ELECTRICAL SWITCHING STATION NORTH, WATERVLIET ARSENAL, NEW YORK

Amendment / Modification

This document is a Justification and Approval (J&A) for Other Than Full and Open Competition. It supports the use of brand-name Schneider Square D electrical equipment for the PN 096278 FY26 MCA Electrical Switching Station-North project at Watervliet Arsenal, NY.

• Description of Action: Supports the use of brand name components in an upcoming construction project, requiring offerors to include sole-sourced equipment and installation in proposals.
• Description of Supplies/Services: Specifies the procurement and installation of Schneider Square D brand electrical equipment (120V-600V panelboards, dry-type transformer, ATS, and disconnects) to match existing facilities.
• Authority Cited: Cites 10 U.S.C. § 2304(c)(1) and FAR 6.302-1(c) for brand name descriptions, requiring offerors to procure an item peculiar to one supplier.
• Reason for Authority Cited: Justifies the brand-name requirement due to standardization for operational consistency, maintenance efficiency, and to avoid potential downtime and increased costs associated with using different brands. Alternatives are deemed not viable.
• Efforts to Obtain Competition: A Notice of Intent (NOI) was published on April 11, 2025, but no responses were received.
• Market Research: Confirms the NOI was published for 15 days in SAM.gov with no responses.
• Interested Sources: No responses were received to the NOI posting.

This J&A supports a discrete requirement for brand-name components and will be posted with the solicitation. It indicates that the upcoming solicitation will likely require specific brand-name items, potentially limiting competition.

Amendment / Modification

This document is Amendment #31 to the specification for Fuel System Components (Non-Hydrant) for the North Switch Station at Watervliet Arsenal, dated October 2025. It supersedes previous versions and details specific requirements for the fuel distribution system.

This amendment revises and adds details throughout the specification, including but not limited to:

• Section 1.1 SUMMARY: Clarifies system requirements, operating pressures, temperature ranges, and specific components like coalescing filters, fuel polishing pumps, and forwarding pumps.
• Section 1.2 REFERENCES: Updates or adds numerous industry standards and publications (API, ASME, ASTM, IEEE, NFPA, SAE, MIL-STD, GSA, NEMA).
• Section 1.3 ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS: Outlines submittal requirements for drawings, shop fabrication, catalog data, and operation/maintenance information.
• Section 1.4 SUBMITTALS: Specifies required submittals for preconstruction, shop drawings, product data, test reports, and certificates.
• Section 1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE: Details requirements for system supplier experience, operational history, and project references.
• Section 2.1 MATERIALS: Specifies materials for construction, including stainless steel, aluminum, and nonferrous materials, and prohibits certain metals like brass and bronze in contact with fuel.
• Section 2.2 SYSTEM COMPONENTS AND MATERIAL: Outlines general requirements for new components, marking, identification, and the role of a single "System Supplier" for integrated control systems.
• Section 2.3 ELECTRICAL: References electrical requirements and specifies grounding and bonding standards.
• Section 2.4 PRESSURE GAGES & 2.5 DIFFERENTIAL PRESSURE GAUGE: Details specifications for pressure and differential pressure gauges.
• Section 2.6 AUTOMATIC PUMP CONTROLS: Defines requirements for pump control systems, panels, and stations, including corrosion resistance and area classification.
• Section 2.7 MISCELLANEOUS USE PUMPS: Specifies requirements for sliding vane rotary pumps and water draw-off systems.
• Section 2.8.4 Anchoring & 2.9 GROUNDING CABLE AND CLAMP: Details anchoring and grounding requirements.
• Section 2.10 FUEL SYSTEM FLUSHING: Outlines procedures for system flushing, including fuel quality testing and protection of system components.
• Section 3.1 EXECUTION: Covers general installation, anchoring, grouting, leveling, alignment, and precautions for system components.
• Section 3.2 SYSTEM FLUSHING REQUIREMENTS: Details existing system cleanliness confirmation and preparations for flushing.
• Section 3.3 POSTED OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS & 3.4 DEMONSTRATIONS: Specifies requirements for operating instructions and training sessions.

This amendment significantly details the technical specifications, materials, components, and procedures for the fuel system. Bidders must review these changes carefully to ensure their proposals and proposed solutions fully comply with the updated requirements. Specific impacts on proposal deadlines or evaluation factors are not explicitly stated in this amendment, but the detailed technical changes will directly affect proposal content and cost.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) to the solicitation W912DS26RA015 makes the following changes:

• Proposal Due Date Extended: The deadline for proposal submission has been extended from May 19, 2026, to June 3, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. EST.

• New Provision Added: Clause 52.236-27, Site Visit (Construction), has been incorporated.

• Drawings Revised and Reissued: Drawing MS101 has been revised and reissued.

• Specifications Revised and Reissued: Specification section 33 57 55 has been revised and reissued.

• Questions and Answers Incorporated: Responses to proposer questions and government replies have been included.

• Joint Announcements (J&As) Incorporated: J&As related to ESS North (CAC-IDS, Fire Alarm, and Square D) have been added.

• Contract Description (including solicitation type, NAICS code, size standard, and magnitude of construction)

• Proposal Submission Deadline and Contact Information

• Drawings (MS101)

• Specifications (33 57 55)

The proposal due date has been extended to June 3, 2026. All other submission requirements and evaluation factors remain as previously stated, unless modified by this amendment.

Amendment / Modification

This document is a Justification and Approval (J&A) for Other Than Full and Open Competition for the Simplex Fire Alarm System for Project PN 096278 FY26 MCA Electrical Switching Station-North at Watervliet Arsenal (WVA), New York.

• Project/Equipment: PN 096278 FY26 MCA Electrical Switching Station-North project at Watervliet Arsenal (WVA), New York – Simplex Fire Alarm System.
• Authority Cited: 10 U.S.C. § 2304(c)(1), Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements, as implemented by FAR 6.302-1(c), Application for Brand Name Descriptions.
• Reason for Authority Cited: Proprietary Simplex equipment and programming is required in new facilities to maintain compatibility with existing Simplex Fire Alarm systems network-wide at WVA. Using a different system would require a costly replacement of all existing Simplex systems.
• Efforts to Obtain Competition: A Notice of Intent (NOI) was synopsized on 11 April 2025, with no responses received.
• Market Research: NOI published for 15 days in SAM.gov with no responses.
• Estimated Amount: Not specified, indicated as '$'.

This document does not directly impact proposal submission deadlines or requirements, but it justifies the use of a specific brand name (Simplex) for the fire alarm system, which will be a requirement for offerors in the upcoming solicitation.

Amendment / Modification

This document is a Justification and Approval (J&A) for Other Than Full and Open Competition for Project/Equipment PN 096278 FY26 MCA Electrical Switching Station-North project at Watervliet Arsenal (WVA), New York – Intrusion Detection and Card Access Control Systems.

• The J&A supports the use of brand name components for Intrusion Detection (IDS) and Card Access Control (CAC) systems.
• Authority cited: 10 U.S.C. § 2304(c)(1) and FAR 6.302-1(c).
• Specific brand name components required include:
  • CAC/Prox Card Reader: HID RP40-H
  • Request to Exit Sensor (passive): Honeywell Model IS 310
  • Door Lock -- Electric Strike/Release: Trine 4850
  • Door Lock -- Maglock Assa Abloy M62
• The justification states that these specific brands are required for integration into the post-wide system, ensuring consistency, security, and maintenance.
• No viable alternatives are acceptable.
• Efforts to obtain competition included a Notice of Intent (NOI) posted on SAM.gov on June 20, 2025, which received no responses.

This J&A will be posted with the solicitation, indicating that the upcoming solicitation will likely specify these brand-name components, potentially limiting competition to offerors who can supply these specific items.

Amendment / Modification

This document is Amendment 0001 to the solicitation, specifically referencing Dwg MS101. It provides an updated "MECHANICAL SITE PLAN" for the North Switch Station at Watervliet Arsenal.

• Dwg MS101: Mechanical Site Plan

This amendment provides updated drawings and notes. Bidders should review the revised site plan and associated notes for any impact on their understanding of the project requirements, particularly concerning the diesel fuel tank, containment area, and piping. Key notes include adherence to UFC and API standards for work performed on a tank assumed to contain fuel, and the requirement for an API 653 certified inspection of the existing tank prior to work commencement. The amendment also specifies that performance of work must not impact the Watervliet Arsenal's heating season (October 15-May 1).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the "Electrical Switching Station North, Watervliet Arsenal, New York." The project involves the installation of a switching station capable of feeding 4000 kW of power into the existing south switch station. This is an unrestricted solicitation for full and open competition with a Hubzone preference, utilizing a single-step best value tradeoff process.

• Construction of the Electrical Switch Station in accordance with plans and specifications.

• Includes space, racks, pathways, and cabling for CCTV and IDS.

• A complete card access control (CAC) system is part of this CLIN.

• Furnish and install four (4) 2MW generators.

• Turnover of electronic and printed O/M manuals.

• Turnover of electronic and printed "as-built" drawings.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: 1081 calendar days from Notice to Proceed.

• Magnitude of Construction: Between $10,000,000 and $25,000,000.

• NAICS Code: 236220.

• Size Standard: $45,000,000.

• Proposal Submission Deadline: May 19, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.

• Proposals must be submitted electronically via PDF to the Contract Specialist and Contracting Officer.

• Offers are to be valid for 120 calendar days.

• Evaluation factors are attached separately.

• Unrestricted for full and open competition.

• Hubzone preference is included.

• CLINs 0003 and 0004 are pre-priced and should not change.

• Offerors must submit a price for every CLIN.

• A bid guarantee is required, calculated as 20% of the bid price or $3 Million, whichever is less.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation details the specifications for the FY26 PN 096278 Electrical Switch Station project, a 100% RTA (Ready for Technical Review) submission dated September 2025. The project is located in Watervliet, New York, with an estimated magnitude of $25,000,000.00 - $100,000,000.00.

This extensive document covers a wide range of construction specifications, including:

• General Requirements (Division 01): Work restrictions, pricing, administration, scheduling (Primavera P6), submittals, sustainability (HPSB, GPV), quality control, temporary facilities, and closeout.

• Demolition (Division 02).

• Materials & Systems (Divisions 03-10, 12-23, 25-28, 31-33): Concrete, masonry, metals, wood, openings, finishes, furnishings, fire suppression, plumbing, HVAC, integrated automation, electrical (medium-voltage cables, switchgear, transformers), communications, electronic safety and security, earthwork, exterior improvements, and utilities.

• Specialized Systems: Geotechnical engineering, fuel systems piping (non-hydrant), underground electrical distribution, telecommunications outside plant (OSP), fire alarm systems, electronic security systems, utility monitoring and control systems (UMCS), lightning protection, and pavement.

• Key Technical Requirements: Adherence to specifications and drawings, compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, strict safety adherence (EM 385-1-1), a Construction Waste Management Program (66% diversion), an Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Construction Management Plan, and cybersecurity requirements for control systems.

• Period of Performance: Completion within 1081 calendar days after the Notice to Proceed.

• Work Commencement: Within five (5) calendar days after receiving the Notice to Proceed.

• Submittals: Shop drawings, product data, test reports, certifications, O&M data, and other documentation as specified.

• Scheduling: Use of Primavera P6 for scheduling and RMS CM for project management.

• Coordination: Crucial coordination with the Contracting Officer and other trades.

Not specified in the provided chunks.

• Appendices include an Initial Red Zone Meeting Checklist (Attachment A) and Eng Form 4025-R (Attachment B).
• Bidders must be prepared to work around occupied buildings.
• Emphasis on quality control, safety, environmental protection, and documentation.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the "Best Value Trade Off" solicitation for the Electrical Switching Station North project located at Watervliet Arsenal, NY. The government intends to award a firm-fixed-price construction contract to the responsible offeror providing the best overall value. The estimated project magnitude is between $10,000,000.00 and $25,000,000.00.

The solicitation details evaluation factors, proposal submission requirements, and contract details. Key evaluation factors include:

• Factor 1: Past Performance

• Factor 2: Proposed Contract Duration, Phasing and Summary Schedule

• Factor 3: Technical Approach

• Factor 4: Small Business Participation Plan and Past Utilization of Small Business

• Price

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price

• Project Magnitude: $10,000,000.00 - $25,000,000.00

• Notice to Proceed assumed: June 1, 2026

• Proposals are to be submitted electronically via email in Adobe PDF format.

• The "Best Value Trade Off" approach will be used, where technical factors (1-4) combined are approximately equal in importance to price. Technical Factor 1 is the most important, followed by Factors 2 and 3 (equal), and then Factor 4 (less important).

• The Government reserves the right to accept other than the lowest priced offer.

• Offerors must submit proposals on the most favorable terms.

• Inquiries must be submitted via email no later than 7 calendar days prior to the receipt of offers.

• Competition is unrestricted, open to all businesses regardless of Small Business status.

• Proposal Data Sheets

• Past Performance Evaluation Questionnaire

• Specialized Experience Prime Contractor or Key Sub Contractor

• Small Business Participation Plan

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document contains the "Drawings.pdf" attachment for the North Switch Station project at Watervliet Arsenal, NY. It includes detailed architectural, structural, civil, utility, mechanical, electrical, and life safety plans, as well as geotechnical boring logs.

• General Drawings: Cover sheet, sheet index, site plans (access, laydown, utilities, grading, drainage, erosion control), building plans (floor layouts, equipment placement).
• Structural Drawings: General notes, design loads, steel, concrete, foundation, masonry, roof framing, and various structural details.
• Utility & Detail Drawings: Profiles and details for electrical duct banks, storm drains, communications, fuel piping, and construction specifics.
• Life Safety Drawings: Code requirements, life safety and occupancy plans.
• Mechanical Systems: Ductwork, piping, HVAC, fuel oil systems, generators, heat pumps, fire protection (sprinklers, alarms).
• Electrical Systems: Power distribution, lighting, grounding, lightning protection, fire alarm systems, control system architecture.
• Schedules: Equipment specifications for heat pumps, fans, generators, transformers, lighting fixtures, panelboards.
• Geotechnical Data: Boring logs presenting soil profile information.
• Notes & Legends: Explanations of symbols, abbreviations, codes, and general project requirements.

This comprehensive set of drawings is critical for bidders to understand the full scope of the project. It provides essential details for accurate bidding, proposal development, material procurement, and project execution, covering site layout, building design, structural requirements, utility infrastructure, and specific construction details for mechanical, electrical, and fire protection systems. Bidders should pay close attention to equipment schedules and system diagrams to ensure compliance.