Brand Name-DDC
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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 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Seattle District has issued a Special Notice regarding its intent to use a brand name or equal description for Alerton building automation direct digital control (DDC) equipment for an upcoming FY26 project. This project, titled "Construct Hydrant Fueling Facility – Area C (DESC2506)", is located at Fairchild ANG, WA. Interested parties who believe they can meet this requirement are invited to submit capability statements by April 2, 2026, 10:00 AM PT.
Purpose & Scope
This notice serves as a Notice of Intent under DFARS 206.302-1(c)(2) for the use of brand name or equal descriptions. The USACE plans to solicit proposals for the construction of a new Hydrant Fueling Facility. As part of this construction, the solicitation will include a requirement for Alerton DDC equipment, specifically global controllers and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) for the Energy Management Control System (EMCS).
Justification
The justification for specifying Alerton DDC is that Fairchild AFB currently utilizes this system for centralized, remote management of all facility systems (heating, ventilation, cooling, etc.) across the base. The new facility must seamlessly integrate with the existing Alerton Compass software and management system to avoid substantial duplication of costs associated with training, reprogramming, and installation of a different DDC system.
Action & Requirements
This is not a solicitation for competitive proposals. However, any interested party capable of providing a brand name or equal solution for the Alerton DDC system is encouraged to submit a capability statement. Submissions must be in writing, contain sufficient detail to demonstrate capability, and comply with Provision 52.225-12 (Notice of Buy American Requirement-Construction Materials Under Trade Agreements) and Clause 52.225-11 (Buy American-Construction Materials under Trade Agreements).
Submission Details
- Response Due: April 2, 2026, 10:00 AM PT
- Submission Method: Email capability statements to linda.s.obrien@usace.army.mil.
- Agency: DEPT OF DEFENSE, DEPT OF THE ARMY, US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS
- Place of Performance: Fairchild Air Force Base, WA 99011, United States
- Primary Contact: Linda O'Brien (linda.s.obrien@usace.army.mil, 206-764-6804)
- Published Date: March 19, 2026