Evaluate Fire Suppression Bldg. 126 at the Watervliet Arsenal, Watervliet , NY
Overview
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Set Aside
Original Source
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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 Department of the Army, ACC WVA, is soliciting proposals for the evaluation and modification of the fire suppression system in Building 126 at the Watervliet Arsenal, Watervliet, NY. This project, identified as Project # 25PW063, requires the removal of steel shelving units and a fire suppression system zone, followed by an evaluation and necessary modifications to bring the system up to code, including stamped engineered drawings. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity.
Scope of Work
The selected contractor will be responsible for:
- Removing steel shelving units and the associated fire suppression system zone.
- Draining and isolating the fire suppression zone prior to removal.
- Removing unnecessary piping, hangers, and supports.
- Evaluating the existing fire suppression system.
- Designing and installing modifications to ensure the system meets current codes.
- Providing stamped engineered drawings by a qualified fire suppression engineer.
- Submitting a contractor safety plan and asbestos notification.
- Ensuring compliance with Watervliet Arsenal Instructions for Contractors (WAIC) and OSHA safety requirements, including lockout/tagout procedures.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Period of Performance: 90 calendar days after notice to proceed.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 541990 (Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services) with a size standard of $19,500,000.00.
- Solicitation Issue Date: December 11, 2025
- Offer Due Date: December 23, 2025, 04:00 PM Local Time
- Place of Performance: Watervliet, NY 12189, United States
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals must be submitted electronically via email to christopher.k.battiste.civ@army.mil. Evaluation criteria were not detailed in the provided document summary.
Site Visit
A mandatory site visit is scheduled for Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at 2:00 PM EST at the Watervliet Arsenal. Attendees must contact Christopher Battiste via email at christopher.k.battiste.civ@army.mil at least 24 hours in advance, providing their name(s) and company, to gain gate access. The meeting point is the Visitor Center parking lot. This is the only scheduled site visit; no alternate dates or times will be provided. Safety glasses are mandatory, and safety shoes and other appropriate Personal Protective Items are recommended.
Contact Information
- Primary Point of Contact: Christopher Battiste, christopher.k.battiste.civ@army.mil, 518-266-4607.
- Technical Point of Contact: Michael White.