Cable Installation Requirement Contract

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "REGISTER OF WAGE DETERMINATIONS UNDER THE SERVICE CONTRACT ACT" for the State of Montana, Area: Montana County of Cascade. It provides the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations when performing contract work in this area under the Service Contract Act.

• Lists occupational codes and titles.
• Specifies the minimum hourly wage rate for each occupation.
• Indicates that fringe benefits are required and follow the occupational listing.
• Includes notes on Executive Orders 13706 and 13658 regarding paid sick leave and minimum wage rates, respectively.
• Details health and welfare benefits, vacation, and paid holidays.
• Provides information on hazardous pay differentials and uniform allowances.
• Outlines the conformance process for additional classifications and wage rates.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the minimum labor costs associated with performing services under the Service Contract Act in the specified geographic area. It directly impacts the pricing of proposals by establishing mandatory wage and benefit rates for covered employees. Bidders must ensure their proposed wages and benefits meet or exceed these requirements to be compliant.

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

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for a "341 CS Cable/Infrastructure Requirements Contract" at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana. The primary goal is to provide cable installation, surveys, and maintenance services to support the mission of the 341st Missile Wing.

• Contractor-Furnished Equipment/Vehicles: The contractor must provide and maintain all necessary equipment and vehicles, ensuring they are in good operable condition and meet safety standards. Vehicles must display the company name and be used solely for contract performance.

• Cable Installation & Maintenance: Services include designing/engineering solutions, installing Category 6 wiring and multimode fiber optic cable from communication closets to customer-specified locations, and performing testing of all newly installed cable/equipment.

• Infrastructure Support: This may involve providing and installing new racks/cabinets, installing fiber optic distribution panels, performing site surveys for outside plant fiber expansion, and providing cable management hardware.

• Periodic Maintenance: Tasks may include cleaning, cable management, and removal of unused cable in communications closets.

• Service Summary (SS): Performance objectives are tied to mission-essential items, with minimally acceptable service levels defined. Government validation and confirmation of services will be used.

• Key Performance Indicators:

  • Excellent Customer Service: Meeting contract/TO requirements with minimal rework, good communication, and customer satisfaction.
  • Quality: Delivering complete, accurate, and clear technical products/deliverables that conform to PWS requirements, with problems identified proactively.

• Surveillance: Performance will be monitored through periodic checks and customer complaints.

• Ordering Period: February 2, 2026, to February 1, 2030.

• Hours of Operation: Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Services are not required on Federal Holidays.

• Location: All work will be performed on Malmstrom AFB.

• Personnel: Contractors must ensure sufficient, qualified, and certified personnel. Key personnel listings are required. All personnel must be proficient in English.

• Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA): Required for on-site personnel due to sensitive information.

• Access: Contractor personnel will require escorted access to Restricted/Controlled areas, including Communications Closets.

• Base Passes/Badges: Contractors must furnish a Contracting Entry Authority List (CEAL) for employees needing base access and ensure all personnel wear identification badges.

• Safety: Work must comply with OSHA requirements. Accidents must be reported verbally within two hours and in writing within five days.

• Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI): Compliance with DoDI 5200.48 is required.

• Force Protection: Adherence to Force Protection Condition (FPCON) measures is mandatory.

• Combating Trafficking in Persons (CTIP): Compliance with FAR 52.222-50 is required.

• Applicable Standards: Numerous industry standards are referenced, including TIA, BICSI, and NFPA standards, as well as specific Air Force and DAFMAN instructions.

• Wage Determinations: Department of Labor Wage Determinations apply and can be found at https://sam.gov/content/wage-determinations.

• The document includes a "Summary of Changes" indicating the addition of a Q&A section and a change to the document date.

• A comprehensive list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) is provided in Appendix B, addressing specifics on cable types, installation methods, contract type, equipment, and more.

• Government-furnished facilities, supplies, equipment, and utilities will be provided.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation (FA462626Q0003) is for Cable Installation services, including CAT6 and Fiber Optic cabling, with or without conduit, for outside and inside plant requirements. The North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) code is 238210, with a size standard of USD 19,000,000.00.

• Installation, surveys, and maintenance of Outside and Inside Plant cable.

• Specific services include CAT6 with/without conduit cable installation and Fiber Optic with/without conduit cable installation.

• Performance will be in accordance with the attached Performance Work Statement (PWS).

• The contract is a Firm Fixed Price arrangement.

• The estimated ordering period is from 09 Feb 2026 to 08 Feb 2030.

• Delivery periods vary by CLIN, generally from February 2026 to February 2030.

• Offer Due Date: 03 Feb 2026, 12:00 PM.

• Evaluation will be based on the lowest price conforming to specifications, with consideration given to Past Performance (SPRS and CPARS).

• The lowest three offers that meet specifications will be evaluated.

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses, including those related to contract administration, payment, representations and certifications, and special contract requirements.

• Attachments include an IDIQ Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP), Wage Determination, PWS, and CLIN Breakdown for Fiber Optic Cabling.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) for an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Service Contract for On-Site Support at Malmstrom AFB. It outlines the government's procedures for monitoring and evaluating contractor performance against contract standards.

While not a solicitation, this QASP provides insight into how the government will measure contractor performance. Bidders can use this document to understand:

• Performance Objectives and Standards: Details what the government considers excellent customer service, accurate project schedule management, quality technical products, and timely milestone achievement.
• Surveillance Methods: Explains how the government (specifically the Contracting Officer's Representative - COR) will monitor performance, including random interviews, report reviews, and technical inspections.
• Performance Ratings: Defines the criteria for ratings such as 'Excellent/Outstanding,' 'Very Good,' 'Good,' 'Marginal,' and 'Unsatisfactory.'
• Reporting and Corrective Actions: Outlines processes for Performance Assessment Reports (PARs), Customer Complaint Records, and Corrective Action Reports (CARs).
• Roles and Responsibilities: Identifies key government personnel involved in surveillance, including the Contracting Officer (CO) and COR.

Understanding these aspects can help potential bidders tailor their proposals to meet or exceed the government's expectations for quality and performance.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides a detailed breakdown of CLINs (Contract Line Item Numbers) for fiber optic cabling requirements over a five-year ordering period. It outlines estimated quantities and pricing structures for different types of cable installations.

• CLIN 0001: CAT6 cable installation with conduit, for Years 1-5 (2026-2030). Estimated 1000 feet per year.
• CLIN 0002: CAT6 cable installation without conduit, for Years 1-5 (2026-2030). Estimated 3500 feet per year.
• CLIN 0003: Fiber Optic cable installation with conduit, for Years 1-5 (2026-2030). Estimated 2000 feet per year.
• CLIN 0004: Fiber Optic cable installation without conduit, for Years 1-5 (2026-2030). Estimated 1000 feet per year.
• All installations are to be performed in accordance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS).
• Product Service Code: N059 for all CLINs.
• Pricing Arrangement: Firm Fixed Price.
• Note: This is for a 5-year ordering period, not option years.

This breakdown is crucial for bidders to understand the estimated scope and types of fiber optic and CAT6 cabling services required. It provides the basis for pricing proposals and helps assess the volume of work anticipated for each year of the contract. Bidders should review these CLINs in conjunction with the PWS to ensure accurate and competitive bidding.