REQUEST FOR INFORMATION RFI CW001-26

The U.S. Department of Justice through Federal Prison Industries, also known as UNICOR, has issued a Request for Information (RFI) under solicitation number CW002-26 to gather market data on the potential procurement of fabricated metal products, specifically K-9 Cages and Inmate Transport Inserts, over a three-year period. This RFI, posted on May 22, 2026 with a response deadline of June 3, 2026, is not a solicitation for bids or a commitment to award a contract but serves as a market research tool to inform the future development of a formal Request for Proposal. The agency seeks input from industry on product specifications, pricing, and availability for key items including K-9 Cage Interstitial Kits for various vehicle models such as the Ford F-150, Chevrolet C-C Pickup, and Ford Expedition SUV, along with Climate Guard Systems and Inmate Transport Inserts for cargo vans. Estimated quantities provided range from five to 1,200 units per item, with deliveries anticipated at FCI Bastrop TX, FCI La Tuna TX, and FCI Victorville CA. The North American Industry Classification System code for this effort is 332312, and there is no set-aside designation, meaning all businesses—large or small—are eligible to respond. Respondents are asked to confirm SAM registration status and provide feedback to help shape future procurement strategies, though no pricing, delivery terms, or formal evaluation criteria have been established at this stage. Point of contact for inquiries includes Tiffany Balesbrini and Chelsea Walker of the Department of Justice, and additional details can be accessed via the SAM.gov portal.