B1610 and 2310 Boiler Replacement

Solicitation

This solicitation is for the replacement of two boilers, one in Building 1610 and one in Building 2310, at Mountain Home Air Force Base. The project title is "B1610 and 2310 Boiler replacement".

• Direct replacement of boilers located in B1610 and B2310.

• Work to be performed in accordance with the Statement of Work (SOW).

• Contract type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: 190 calendar days from award/notice to proceed.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but the NAICS size standard is $19,000,000.00.

• Proposals are due by 10:00 AM local time on May 6, 2026.

• Offers must be valid for at least 60 calendar days.

• Evaluation will be based on Price and Technical capabilities/experience, with technical capabilities/experience being an important consideration for award.

• Performance and Payment Bonds are required, with a 10-day submission window after award.

• This solicitation is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside.

• NAICS Code: 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors).

• Size Standard: $19,000,000.00 Annual Receipts.

• The solicitation includes various FAR and DFARS clauses, including those related to Buy American, performance and payment bonds, and electronic invoicing via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).

• Attachments include the Statement of Work, Temporary Environmental Controls, and Wage Determination.

Statement of Work (SOW)

To remove and replace two existing boilers, one in Building 2310 and one in Building 1610, with new, fully integrated, and functional boilers.

• Furnish and install two Lochinvar KnightXL boilers (Model KBX-1000N-M13 for Bldg. 2310 and KBX-0400N for Bldg. 1610, or equal).

• New boilers must meet specific salient characteristics including a 7" touchscreen, 97% thermal efficiency, flow switch, condensate trap neutralizer, and a 10:1 turndown modulating burner.

• Connect new boilers to existing electrical, water, and gas lines.

• Isolate and remove existing boilers, disposing of or recycling them.

• Install new appliance regulators as required, ensuring proper gas pressure and venting.

• Install condensate neutralizer kits plumbed to floor drains.

• Provide Building Management System (BMS) with BACnet (over IP) cards.

• Re-establish existing Exhaust Combustion System (ECS) capability.

• Install exhaust and intake ducts per manufacturer instructions.

• Install supply and return isolation valves and tee connections for future emergency connections.

• Install new wye strainers on return lines.

• Install field flow switches tied to boiler controls.

• Perform minor modifications to existing supply and return lines for proper flow.

• Insulate all new piping.

• Perform boiler start-up with a manufacturer-certified technician and submit performance sheets.

• Install an outdoor sensor or provide one for outdoor reset functionality.

• Program boilers for specific set-points and outdoor reset schedules.

• Coordinate boiler replacement for late spring, summer, or early fall 2026, with completion by October 2, 2026.

• Ensure work is in accordance with Mountain Home AFB Temporary Environmental Controls section 01 57 19.

• Boilers must meet specified salient characteristics.

• Water chemistry must be within specified ranges prior to replacement (Dissolved Solids <2000 ppm, pH 6.5-9.5, Chloride <150 ppm).

• Installation must be neat, straight, level, and plumb.

• Boiler start-up performance sheets must be submitted.

• Boilers must be installed and functioning by October 2, 2026.

• Work is located at Building 2310 and Building 1610.

• Service interruptions are not allowed during cold weather months.

• Contractor personnel must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.

• Contractor personnel must obtain base identification and vehicle passes.

• Contractor personnel must wear or display identification.

• Contractor shall not employ individuals identified as a potential threat.

• Contractor shall not employ government employees if it creates a conflict of interest.

• Contractor must manage debris disposal and site cleanliness.

• A pre-construction meeting is required.

• Operation and Maintenance Manuals for all installed equipment must be provided.

• 015719 Temporary Environmental Controls MHAFB Env Spec

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To remove and replace two existing boilers, one in Building 2310 and one in Building 1610, with new, fully functional boilers integrated into the existing facility infrastructure.

• Furnish and install two Lochinvar KnightXL boilers (Model KBX-1000N-M13 for Bldg. 2310 and KBX-0400N for Bldg. 1610) or equal.

• New boilers must meet specific salient characteristics: minimum 7" touchscreen LCD display, 97% Thermal Efficiency, Flow Switch, Condensate trap Neutralizer, and 10:1 Turndown Modulating burner.

• Connect new boilers to existing electric, water, and gas lines.

• Isolate existing boilers from the main loop, notifying the Project Manager if draining is required.

• Provide and install a new appliance regulator, coordinating with existing building gas pressure, with specific venting requirements.

• Install condensate neutralizer kit, plumbed to a floor drain.

• Provide new boilers with BACnet (over IP) cards.

• Re-establish existing ECS capability if currently connected.

• Install exhaust and intake ducts as per manufacturer instructions (PVC acceptable if allowed).

• Install Supply and Return isolation valves and tee connections for future emergency connections.

• Install new wye strainer on the return line with blow down valves.

• Install field flow switch if not provided by the manufacturer.

• Make minor modifications to existing supply and return lines for proper flow.

• Insulate all new piping.

• Perform new boiler start-up by a manufacturer-specific certified technician and submit performance sheets.

• Install an outdoor sensor or provide one for outdoor reset.

• Program boilers to base HVAC Shop parameters, including a set-point of 140 Degrees and cascade features.

• Implement outdoor reset schedule for temperature control.

• Dispose of all debris and maintain a neat site.

• Coordinate boiler replacement for late spring, summer, and/or early fall 2026, with installation and functioning by October 2, 2026.

• Work shall be in accordance with Mountain Home AFB Temporary Environmental Controls section 01 57 19.

• Boilers must be installed and functioning by October 2, 2026.

• Site visits by Base Civil Engineering Quality Assurance during dismantling, installation, and final stages.

• Final inspection of all installed components and functionality.

• Site maintained in a neat and orderly fashion.

• All debris disposed of by contractors.

• Boiler water chemistry within specified ranges prior to replacement (Dissolved Solids <2000 ppm, pH 6.5 to 9.5, Chloride <150 ppm).

• Period of Performance: Late spring, summer, and/or early fall 2026.

• Installation Completion Deadline: October 2, 2026.

• Location: Building 2310 and Building 1610.

• Contractor personnel must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.

• Contract personnel must present a neat appearance and be easily identified.

• Contractor shall obtain base identification and vehicle passes.

• Contractor personnel are required to wear or display installation identification.

• No employment of individuals identified as a potential threat.

• Distinctive clothing or badges required for identification.

• No employment of Government employees if it creates a conflict of interest.

• Awareness of potential impact from active military personnel changes (PCS, duty hours, deployment) or recall of reservists/National Guard.

• Service interruptions are NOT allowed during cold weather months.

• Contractor shall attend a pre-planning meeting and receive a Notice to Proceed (NTP) before starting work.

• Provide all Operation and Maintenance Manuals for installed equipment.

• Required Submittals: All O&M manuals and Start-up performance sheet results.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the direct replacement of two boilers located in Building 1610 and Building 2310 at Mountain Home Air Force Base. The project title is "B1610 and 2310 Boiler replacement."

• Direct replacement of boilers in B1610 and B2310.

• Work to be performed in accordance with the Statement of Work (SOW).

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: 90 Calendar Days from the Date of Notice to Proceed Receipt.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated in this section, but the NAICS Size Standard is $19,000,000.00 Annual receipts.

• Offers are due by 10:00 AM local time on May 6, 2026.

• Proposals will be evaluated based on Price and Technical capabilities/experience. Technical capabilities/experience will be an important consideration, and a higher priced offer may be considered if supported by superior technical capabilities/experience.

• Offer guarantee is not required.

• Offers must provide at least 60 calendar days for Government acceptance.

• This solicitation is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside.

• NAICS Code: 238220 (Plumbing and Air-Conditioning Contractors).

• Size Standard: $19,000,000.00 Annual receipts.

• The solicitation includes DFARS and FAR clauses related to payment, invoicing (WAWF), and construction requirements.

• Attachments include the Statement of Work, Environmental Controls specifications, and Wage Determination.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a General Decision Number (ID20260020) dated 01/02/2026, which supersedes ID20250020. It provides prevailing wage rates for building construction in Adams, Elmore, Payette, Valley, and Washington Counties in Idaho. The document lists specific wage rates and fringes for various trades, including Bricklayer, Electrician, Ironworker, Laborer (Mason Tender-Cement/Concrete), Plumber, Roofer, Sheet Metal Worker, Carpenter, Cement Mason/Concrete Finisher, Insulator (Mechanical), Operator (Backhoe/Excavator, Crane), Painter, and Truck Driver.

It also includes important notes regarding Executive Order (EO) 13706 (Establishing Paid Sick Leave for Federal Contractors) and Executive Order 13658 (generally applying to contracts awarded between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022). The document outlines the process for wage determination appeals, including contact information for the Department of Labor's Branch of Wage Surveys and Branch of Construction Wage Determinations.

This document is crucial for bidders on federal construction projects in the specified Idaho counties. It establishes the minimum prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to laborers and mechanics employed on such projects, as required by the Davis-Bacon Act and related executive orders. Bidders must use this information to accurately estimate labor costs and ensure compliance with federal wage laws when preparing their proposals.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This document outlines the "Temporary Environmental Controls" for construction activities, aiming to protect the environment and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

• Environmental Protection Plan (EPP): The contractor must develop and maintain an EPP that addresses known or potential environmental issues during construction. This includes measures for protecting natural and cultural resources, reporting requirements, and permit management.

• Compliance: Work must be consistent with the installation's Environmental Management System (EMS) and all applicable environmental laws and regulations.

• Hazardous Materials Management: Procedures for handling, storing, and transporting hazardous materials, including providing a list of materials and Safety Data Sheets (SDS).

• Waste Management: Procedures for managing and disposing of solid waste, hazardous waste, and universal waste, including waste determination, sampling, analysis, labeling, and disposal.

• Pollution Prevention: Measures to prevent pollution and environmental damage, including stormwater management, erosion and sediment control, air pollution control, and noise control.

• Resource Protection: Protection of natural resources (fish, wildlife, plants), cultural resources (archaeological and historical), and water resources (surface and groundwater).

• Compliance with all federal, state, and local environmental laws and regulations.

• Adherence to specific requirements outlined in various sections of the document (e.g., waste disposal, hazardous material handling, stormwater management).

• Successful development and implementation of the Environmental Protection Plan (EPP).

• Obtaining and maintaining all necessary permits.

• The duration of the contract.

• The project site and any affected areas.

• Appointment of an Environmental Manager.

• Employee training on environmental compliance.

• Preconstruction survey and protection of features.

• Regulatory notifications and permit applications.

• Specific procedures for managing asbestos-containing materials (ACM), lead-based paint (LBP), polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), and military munitions.

• Management of petroleum, oil, and lubricant (POL) products.

• Pest management strategies.

• Soil evaluation for contaminants.

• Sound intrusion control.