Federal Prison System / Bureau of Prisons contracts
The Federal Prison System / Bureau of Prisons, part of the Department of Justice, posts its contract opportunities on SAM.gov. Below are the ones open right now, what Federal Prison System / Bureau of Prisons buys, how much of its money goes to small businesses, and who wins its work.
- Open contracts now
- 58
- Contract spending, FY2026
- $2.9 billion
- Share to small businesses
- 33%
Open Federal Prison System / Bureau of Prisons contracts, due soonest
- FCC TERRE HAUTE Bus Center Roof Materials
Due in 3 daysOct 8, 2026
- FCI Otisville Bulk Rock Salt
Due in 4 daysOct 9, 2026
- FCC TERRE HAUTE BREAD NOV26-SEP27
Due in 4 daysOct 9, 2026
- FCI Jesup VT HVAC Services
Due in 4 daysOct 9, 2026
- FCC BUTNER - WATER CHEMICAL TESTING AND CONSULTATION SERVICES
Due in 4 daysOct 9, 2026
- FCC Yazoo City FY 2027 Solid Waste Landfill Disposal
Due in 4 daysOct 9, 2026
See all 58 open Federal Prison System / Bureau of Prisons contracts →
What Federal Prison System / Bureau of Prisons is buying right now
NAICS codes on Federal Prison System / Bureau of Prisons's open notices. Each notice's code sets the size standard for who counts as small.
| Code | Industry | Open now |
|---|---|---|
| 623990 | Other Residential Care Facilities | 20 |
| 311999 | All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing | 5 |
| 622110 | General Medical and Surgical Hospitals | 4 |
| 238290 | Other Building Equipment Contractors | 3 |
| 611519 | Other Technical and Trade Schools | 3 |
| 237110 | Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction | 2 |
| 325998 | All Other Miscellaneous Chemical Product and Preparation Manufacturing | 2 |
| 621420 | Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers | 2 |
| 238220 | Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors | 1 |
| 238210 | Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors | 1 |
Federal Prison System / Bureau of Prisons contract spending by year
| Fiscal year | Contract obligations |
|---|---|
| FY2024 | $2 billion |
| FY2025 | $2 billion |
| FY2026 | $2.9 billion |
| FY2027 (so far) | $0 |
The federal fiscal year starts October 1, so FY2027 began October 1, 2026.
What Federal Prison System / Bureau of Prisons spends the most on
Industries with the most Federal Prison System / Bureau of Prisons contract dollars over the last three fiscal years:
| NAICS | Industry | Obligated |
|---|---|---|
| 622110 | General Medical and Surgical Hospitals | $1.8 billion |
| 623990 | Other Residential Care Facilities | $1.3 billion |
| 325412 | Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing | $644 million |
| 311999 | All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing | $254.5 million |
| 541519 | Other Computer Related Services | $239.6 million |
| 238160 | Roofing Contractors | $190.2 million |
| 221122 | Electric Power Distribution | $161.6 million |
| 334220 | Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing | $148.5 million |
Small business contracts at Federal Prison System / Bureau of Prisons
About 33% of Federal Prison System / Bureau of Prisons's contract dollars over the last three fiscal years went to small businesses. The government-wide goal is 23%.
Dollars awarded under each kind of set-aside in the same period:
- Small business: $702.1 million
- 8(a): $365.9 million
- Women-owned: $10.7 million
- Service-disabled veteran-owned: $2.3 million
- HUBZone: $1.3 million
Set-asides on Federal Prison System / Bureau of Prisons's open notices right now:
- No set-aside (full and open): 32
- Total small business set-aside: 26
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Who wins Federal Prison System / Bureau of Prisons contracts
Companies with the most Federal Prison System / Bureau of Prisons contract dollars over the last three fiscal years, per USAspending.gov:
| Company | Obligated |
|---|---|
| Mckesson Corporation | $630.7 million |
| Naphcare LLC | $530.2 million |
| Seven Corners Inc | $286.7 million |
| Dismas Charities Inc | $277.4 million |
| Wellpath LLC | $273.1 million |
| Geo Reentry Inc | $204.3 million |
| University of Massachusetts Medical School | $182.3 million |
| Motorola Solutions, Inc. | $146.6 million |
| Integrated Medical Solutions, LLC | $111.8 million |
| PGLS LLC | $89.1 million |
Large primes subcontract part of their work to small businesses. Look up any small business's registration with the free CAGE code and UEI lookup.
Where Federal Prison System / Bureau of Prisons's open work is
By place of performance, the most open Federal Prison System / Bureau of Prisons contracts are in Texas, Indiana and Pennsylvania.
- Texas: 10 open
- Indiana: 5 open
- Pennsylvania: 4 open
- California: 4 open
- Mississippi: 3 open
- North Carolina: 3 open
- Louisiana: 3 open
- Illinois: 2 open
Frequently asked questions
How do I find Federal Prison System / Bureau of Prisons contract opportunities?
The Federal Prison System / Bureau of Prisons posts its contract opportunities on SAM.gov, the free official site. 58 are open right now. You can search them here by NAICS code, set-aside and state, and set up a free email alert for new ones.
How much does Federal Prison System / Bureau of Prisons spend on contracts?
The Federal Prison System / Bureau of Prisons obligated about $2.9 billion on contracts in fiscal year 2026, according to USAspending.gov. About 33% of its contract dollars over the last three fiscal years went to small businesses.
Who are Federal Prison System / Bureau of Prisons's biggest contractors?
Over the last three fiscal years, the companies with the most Federal Prison System / Bureau of Prisons contract dollars were Mckesson Corporation, Naphcare LLC and Seven Corners Inc, per USAspending.gov. Smaller firms often work as their subcontractors.
Who do I talk to about small business contracts at Federal Prison System / Bureau of Prisons?
Federal law requires every agency with buying power to have an Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU), sometimes called the Office of Small Business Programs. Its staff help small businesses understand what the agency buys and how. Free counseling is also available from APEX Accelerators.
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