XL EagleBOP (Federal Bureau of Prisons)
BOP stands for Federal Bureau of Prisons. The Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) is a DOJ agency that runs federal prisons across the country. Each institution operates like a small town with its own kitchen, medical unit, and maintenance needs.
Many prisons buy food, supplies, and services locally, and some buying is done regionally or nationally. BOP also works with Federal Prison Industries (UNICOR), which employs inmates to make products.
Why it matters to a small contractor
Food distributors, maintenance trades, medical providers, and suppliers near a federal prison may find steady small purchases. Work inside the fence requires screening and strict rules on tools and materials.
Example
A regional food distributor quotes on a quarterly delivery of canned goods and produce to a federal correctional institution.
BOP: common questions
How do I sell to federal prisons?
Watch SAM.gov for BOP notices near your area and contact the institution's procurement staff. Many recurring needs like food are bid regularly.
What is UNICOR?
UNICOR is the trade name of Federal Prison Industries, which employs inmates to make products and provide services for federal agencies.
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