B518 Power Plant Maintenance
Overview
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PSC
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Air Force, 55th Contracting Squadron (FA4600 55 CONS PKP), is soliciting proposals for B518 Power Plant Maintenance at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska. This requirement covers the operation, maintenance, and repair of electric generating plant electrical systems at Building 518. The services are designated as Mission Essential. Offers are due by March 9, 2026, at 11:00 AM CST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for the 24/7 operation, maintenance, installation, refueling, and repair of energized and de-energized facility and power distribution components, including electric circuits, control systems, and associated Real Property Installed Equipment (RPIE). Key responsibilities include:
- Ensuring continuous and reliable electric power generation, maintaining specified voltage (±5%) and frequency (59.5-60.5 Hz).
- Developing and executing an Electronic Preventative Maintenance and Inspection (EPMI) program, including cybersecurity for control systems.
- Operating and maintaining liquid fuel systems, acting as Tank Custodian, performing inspections, and responding to fuel spills.
- Adhering to numerous regulations and standards, including Unified Facility Criteria (UFC), Air Force Manuals (DAFMAN), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards, Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) manuals, and environmental regulations.
Performance Standards
Key performance metrics include completing 95% of scheduled EPMIs on time, restoring emergency power within 15 minutes (100% of the time), and achieving 100% accuracy and timeliness for all required reports and records.
Contract Details & Requirements
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- Product Service Code: J036 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Special Industry Machinery)
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Labor Laws: Subject to the Service Contract Labor Standards (FAR 52.222-41) and Wage Determination #2015-5005, revision 27 (revised 03 Dec 2025), which specifies minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for Iowa and Nebraska counties.
- Staffing: Requires 24/7 continuous manning. All personnel need a favorable NACI investigation (T-1 equivalent) for Common Access Card (CAC) eligibility, with potential for higher clearances.
- Quality Control: A Quality Control Plan (QCP) must be submitted within 15 days of award.
- Reporting: Mandatory reporting via SAM.gov for all contractor labor hours.
Key Dates
- Published Date: February 5, 2026
- Site Visit: February 18, 2026, at 09:00 AM CST. Prospective offerors without Offutt AFB access must submit an EAL request to A1C Hunter Hendrix (hunter.hendrix.1@us.af.mil) by COB February 16, 2026.
- Offer Due Date: March 9, 2026, at 11:00 AM CST.
- Contact: A1C Hunter Hendrix (hunter.hendrix.1@us.af.mil) and Mr. Casey L Hupton (casey.hupton.1@us.af.mil).
Important Notes
The primary solicitation document ("Combined Synopsis.Solicitation - FA460026Q0013.pdf") is protected and currently inaccessible. Bidders must ensure they can open and review this document, along with several other DD Form 1423 attachments (e.g., for APIMS, calibration, outage reporting, fuel tank consumption, labor reporting), which also appear to have rendering issues.