Department of Justice, Federal Prison Industries/UNICOR - CAT 5 Elevator Inspection USP Atwater - Request for Quote (RFQ) - 2026
- Due
- Nov 6, 2026
- 3 days left
- Primary contact
- John Ridgeway
- (209) 386-4852
The 30-second brief
The Department of Justice, Federal Prison Industries/UNICOR seeks quotes for CAT 5 Elevator Inspection and Annual Material Conveyor Inspection at USP Atwater in Merced, CA. Vendors must perform a comprehensive on site Five-Year Safety Test (Category 5) for two institutional elevators and an Annual Material Conveyor Inspection for one institutional conveyance system. This is a Total Small Business set-aside with federal funding applied. The submission deadline is November 6, 2026, at 9:00 AM.
Five-Year Safety Test (Category 5) for two institutional elevators, Annual Material Conveyor Inspection for one institutional Conveyance system
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Summary
The Department of Justice, Federal Prison Industries/UNICOR seeks quotes for CAT 5 Elevator Inspection and Annual Material Conveyor Inspection at USP Atwater in Merced, CA. Vendors must perform a comprehensive on site Five-Year Safety Test (Category 5) for two institutional elevators and an Annual Material Conveyor Inspection for one institutional conveyance system.
This is a Total Small Business set-aside with federal funding applied. The submission deadline is November 6, 2026, at 9:00 AM.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Five-Year Safety Test (Category 5) for two institutional elevators, Annual Material Conveyor Inspection for one institutional Conveyance system
- Submit to
- Contracting Office/Terminal Island, 1299 Seaside Avenue P.O. Box 269 P.O. Box 019001, Atwater, CA, 95301
- Scope location
- Merced, CA
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Department of Justice?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 6, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: Contracting Office/Terminal Island, 1299 Seaside Avenue P.O. Box 269 P.O. Box 019001, Atwater, CA, 95301. For questions, contact John Ridgeway.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Department of Justice in CA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFQ submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is John Ridgeway at (209) 386-4852. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Five-Year Safety Test (Category 5) for two institutional elevators, Annual Material Conveyor Inspection for one institutional Conveyance system. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 6, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. Review the full document from Department of Justice for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Merced, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.