Elevator Modernization Project
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 FEDERAL PRISON INDUSTRIES, INC (UNICOR), under the Department of Justice, is soliciting proposals for an Elevator Modernization Project at its Central Office in Washington, DC. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity requires the modernization of three passenger and one freight/service elevator, along with significant related construction work. Proposals are due Friday, May 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
This project involves a comprehensive modernization of four elevators (three passenger, one freight/service) within an 8-story office building located at 400 First St. NW, Washington, DC. The scope includes:
- Replacement of existing elevator components with new specified equipment.
- Demolition, asbestos and lead-based paint removal, concrete and masonry repair.
- Construction of a new exterior door opening and metal stair for the elevator motor room.
- Installation of firestopping, metal doors, interior finishes, fire sprinkler system alterations, sump pumps, VRF HVAC systems, electrical, and fire alarm system alterations.
- Replacement of a chain-link partition and gate. The building will remain occupied, requiring the contractor to phase work to ensure a minimum of two elevators remain operational for occupants. Offerors must provide three distinct schedule scenarios and corresponding pricing proposals: all elevators down simultaneously, two elevators down/two operational, and one elevator down/three operational.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm Fixed Price, Construction Type Contract (Combined Synopsis/Solicitation)
- Period of Performance: 370 Business days from contract award date.
- Estimated Cost: Between $1,000,000.00 and $5,000,000.00.
- NAICS Code: 236220, Commercial & Institutional Building Construction.
Eligibility & Submission
This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Offerors must possess an active license to perform work in Washington, DC, and have at least seven years of professional experience in the Scope of Work. Electrical contractors/subcontractors require a minimum of five years of relevant experience. Proposals must be submitted via email to Deatrice.Luck@usdoj.gov by Friday, May 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST. Submissions must include separate Technical (with and without company info) and Pricing Proposals, with three distinct pricing proposals corresponding to the required schedule scenarios. A signed copy of all amendments, including Amendment 05, must accompany the proposal. A Bid Bond is required for offers over $100,000, with Performance and Payment Bonds required within 10 calendar days of award for contracts over $100,000.
Evaluation Criteria
Proposals will be evaluated based on Technical Factors, Key Resume, Schedule, Past Performance, and Price. Technical Factors, Key Resume, Schedule, and Past Performance are significantly more important than Price. Offerors must hold prices firm for 90 calendar days.
Key Amendments
- Amendment 05 (May 5, 2026): Extended the proposal due date to May 15, 2026, and mandated the submission of three distinct schedule scenarios and corresponding pricing proposals.
- Amendment 04 (April 22, 2026): Added FAR 52.232-12 (Advance Payments), included Questions & Answers, and provided new building drawings.
- Amendment 02 (April 6, 2026): Clarified the project location to 400 First St. NW, Washington, DC.
- Amendment 01 (April 6, 2026): Confirmed the mandatory site visit date as Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
Contacts
- Primary: Deatrice Luck (deatrice.luck@usdoj.gov)
- Secondary: Joshua Hassler (joshua.hassler2@usdoj.gov)