FCI McDowell Cameras
Agency
JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS.FCI MCDOWELL
Location
Welch, WV
West Virginia
Estimated Value
N/A
Type
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Service / NAICS
3343
Set-Aside
SBA
Opportunity Summary
This federal contract opportunity from JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS.FCI MCDOWELL involves fci mcdowell cameras in Welch, West Virginia. This is a SBA set-aside procurement. Responses are due by May 6, 2026 (11 days remaining).
Contract Description
INTRODUCTION: This memorandum provides justification and technical specifications for replacing sixteen (16) cameras on the compound, two (2) perimeter?road camera posts, and multiple cameras in the recreation yard at FCI McDowell. The existing camera infrastructure has reached end?of?life, exhibited degraded performance, and no longer met Bureau of Prisons (BOP) security standards for resolution, reliability, or evidentiary-quality video retention. Upgrading these systems is essential to maintaining staff safety, inmate accountability, and the secure operation of the institution. BACKGROUND: The current camera system at FCI McDowell was installed more than a decade ago and has undergone only limited incremental upgrades. Over the past 24 months, Facilities and SIS have documented: Frequen...
Timeline
Posted Date
Apr 22, 2026
Response Deadline
May 6, 2026
11 days remaining
What Contractors Should Know
This is a SBA set-aside, meaning only qualifying small businesses may compete.
Work will be performed in Welch, West Virginia. Local presence or experience in this area can strengthen your proposal.
Should You Pursue This?
Good Fit If…
- ✓You hold the required SBA certification
- ✓You have operations or past performance in West Virginia
- ✓You have worked with JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS.FCI MCDOWELL before
Harder to Win If…
- !Only 11 days remaining to prepare your response
Related Context
Contractor FAQ
What certifications are needed for this SBA contract?
This opportunity requires SBA certification. Contractors must be registered and certified in SAM.gov with the appropriate small business designation to be eligible to submit proposals.
How do I submit a bid for this JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS.FCI MCDOWELL contract?
To bid on this opportunity, you must be registered in SAM.gov. Review the full solicitation documents available at SAM.gov, prepare your technical and cost proposals per the instructions, and submit before the response deadline of May 6, 2026.
Are there other federal contract opportunities in West Virginia?
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