Electrical Panel Install

Statement of Work (SOW)

To replace the original, outdated 800 Amp main electrical panel in Building 41 with a new, compliant panel, including new breakers and entry cable.

• Provide all materials, labor, and equipment for the installation of a new 800 Amp service panel and NEMA enclosure.

• Install new breakers for existing branch circuits and a new entry cable.

• Demolish and dispose of the existing electrical panel off-site.

• Coordinate service disruption with the Location Point of Contact (LPOC).

• Clean up all debris and dispose of it properly off-site.

• Contractor must verify all dimensions and site conditions prior to work.

• Contractor must provide their own restroom facility.

• Work must be performed by a Mississippi Licensed Electrician.

• All work must meet applicable current building codes.

• Contractor must submit a Site Safety Specific Plan/Accident Prevention Plan for review and approval.

• Contractor must provide quality control to ensure work meets specifications.

• Contractor must protect the work, site, and existing property.

• Noise and dust abatement measures are required.

• Contractor must make efforts to utilize bio-based products where applicable.

• Location: Building 41, USDA-ARS Poultry Research Unit, 606 Spring Street, MS State, Mississippi 39762.

• Completion: Must not exceed ninety (90) calendar days from the date of award.

• Project schedule, including milestone dates, due fourteen (14) days after contract award.

• Work hours: Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, excluding federal holidays.

• Site Visit Attendance is mandatory to submit a quote.

• Work is located within a locked compound housing animal research; strict coordination with LPOC and RL is required for safety and animal welfare.

• Contractor must obtain all necessary building and trade permits.

• Hazardous materials are not suspected, but if found, must be reported.

• Disposal of removed materials and debris must comply with all applicable laws and ordinances.

• Temporary utilities may be furnished by the Government if requested; contractor must maintain and protect them.

• Contractor must obtain approval for any utility shutdowns three (3) working days prior.

• Submittals (Safety Plan, shop drawings, specifications) are required.

• Inspection and acceptance by a government representative.

• Final payment requires specific closeout documents.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for an electrical panel installation. The government is procuring services for an electrical panel installation at Starkville, MS.

• Installation of an 800 Amp Electrical Panel B-41.

• The Scope of Work (SOW) is attached and should be referenced for detailed requirements.

• Product/Service Code: Z2DB

• Product/Service Description: REPAIR OR ALTERATION OF LABORATORIES AND CLINICS

• Anticipated contract type: Firm-fixed-price.

• Delivery: 90 Days After Award.

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but implies completion within 90 days of notice to proceed.

• Estimated Value: Not stated, but the small business size standard is $19M.

• Submission Deadline: May 1, 2026, by 10:00 AM Central Time.

• Submission Method: Email to kelly.wright@usda.gov with subject line "RFQ 1232SA26Q0431".

• Evaluation Methodology: Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

• Technical Acceptability: Offers must meet all requirements, including submission of all referenced documents and acknowledgment of amendments.

• Price Evaluation: Offers will be ranked by price, and the lowest priced technically acceptable offer will be selected.

• Offer Acceptance Period: Prices must be held firm for 60 calendar days from the offer due date.

• This acquisition is set-aside for Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) concerns.

• Applicable NAICS Code: 238210 - Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors.

• Small Business Size Standard: $19M.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) with an active registration at the time of solicitation closing.

• Attachment 1: Scope of Work (SOW) is provided.

• Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Agriculture Acquisition Regulation (AGAR) clauses are incorporated by reference and full text.

• Questions are due by April 24, 2026.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a General Decision Number (MS20260045) for building construction projects in Mississippi. It provides prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for various construction trades.

• State: Mississippi
• Construction Type: Building (excluding single-family homes or apartments up to 4 stories).
• Counties Covered: Alcorn, Calhoun, Chickasaw, Choctaw, Clay, Lee, Lowndes, Monroe, Noxubee, Oktibbeha, Pontotoc, Prentiss, Tippah, Tishomingo, Union, Webster, and Winston.
• Wage Rates & Fringes: Lists specific rates for trades including Electrician, Ironworker, Plumber, Carpenter, Cement Mason/Concrete Finisher, Elevator Mechanic, Laborer (various types), Operator (Backhoe/Excavator/Trackhoe), Painter, Pipefitter, Sheet Metal Worker, and Truck Driver.
• Executive Orders: Notes applicability of Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage) for federal contractors.
• Appeals Process: Outlines the process for appealing wage determinations.

Bidders must use these prevailing wage rates to ensure compliance with labor standards for the specified construction projects in Mississippi. This document is crucial for accurately estimating labor costs in proposals and ensuring adherence to federal labor laws.

Other / Unclassified

This document provides important logistical information regarding a mandatory site visit and the process for submitting questions for an upcoming solicitation.

• Mandatory Site Visit: Scheduled for April 22, 2026, at 10:00 AM local time. Attendance is mandatory to provide an offer.
• Site Visit Registration: Must be completed by sending an email to kelly.wright@usda.gov and jason.k.johnson@usda.gov by April 21, 2026. Include "1232SA26Q0431 Site Visit Registration" in the subject line, along with attendee names and company information. Late registrations will not be accepted.
• Attendee Policy: Attendees must be employed by the prime contractor intending to offer. Subcontractors may attend but must clearly identify the prime contractor they represent. Prime contractors cannot send multiple subcontractors to represent them, nor can subcontractors represent multiple prime contractors without clear identification. Failure to disclose representation will result in the prime contractor not receiving credit for attendance.
• Questions Submission: Questions must be submitted via email to kelly.wright@usda.gov by April 24, 2026, at 10:00 AM Central Time. The email subject line should include the solicitation name and number.