Defense Supply Center Richmond B46 Generator Tie In
Overview
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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 Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), through its DCSO Richmond Division #1, is soliciting bids for a Generator Tie-In project at Defense Supply Center Richmond (DSCR) Building 46. This is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside construction opportunity, issued as an Invitation for Bid (IFB), with an estimated magnitude between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000. The resulting contract will be firm-fixed-price with a 365-day period of performance. Bids are due May 26, 2026, at 11:59 PM.
Project Scope
The project involves enabling generators at DSCR Building 46 to power the entire building's electrical load, upgrading from their current limited capacity. Key tasks include structural modifications, electrical work, demolition of existing concrete pads, installation of new concrete pads, rerouting and installation of electrical power systems (busways, wireways), and compliance with various codes (UFC, IBC, ASCE 7, ACI 318). The scope also includes cybersecurity requirements for facility-related control systems, particularly for the electrical system.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (IFB)
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business
- NAICS Code: 238210 (Electrical Contractors) with a $19M size standard.
- Period of Performance: 365 days from Notice to Proceed (NTP).
- Magnitude: Between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000.
- Liquidated Damages: $1,000 per calendar day for delays.
- Wage Determination: Subject to U.S. Department of Labor Wage Decision VA20260007 01/02/2026.
Key Requirements & Eligibility
- Contractors must have a physical office within 120 miles of Defense Supply Center Richmond, VA.
- Must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to award.
- A Bid Guarantee of at least 20% of the bid price (not to exceed $3 million) is required.
- DBIDS enrollment is required for installation access and must be completed five days before the site visit.
Submission & Evaluation
- Site Visit: May 14, 2026, at 10:00 AM. Attendees must pre-enroll in DBIDS.
- Questions Due: May 15, 2026, end of day, via email to Brandon.Jump@dla.mil.
- Bids Due: May 26, 2026, 11:59 PM. Bids must be delivered via DOD SAFE. Interested parties must contact the Contract Specialist by 12:00 PM ET one day prior to the bid due date to receive a "Drop Off Request."
- Electronic Bid Opening: May 27, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET via teleconference.
- Award Basis: Single award to the lowest responsible, responsive bidder based on total bid price. A pre-award survey will assess capital and experience.
Important Notes
An update indicates a revised Attachment 1 - Plans, with redactions on page E-001 removing specific language about the portable generator. Bidders must fill in all blanks, round unit prices to the nearest whole cent, and include pricing for all CLINs to be considered responsive. Unbalanced bids may be rejected.