FASTC MOUT Block H Building and R1 Electrical

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This document outlines the scope of work for two distinct electrical and construction projects at the FASTC facility: one at the R1 facility and another at the Block H building.

Facility R1 Project:

• Demo approximately 150 feet of existing conduit and wire.
• Replace an undersized electrical service (30 AMP breaker, 3/4 inch conduit, #10 wire) that does not meet code requirements and trips during heat cycles.
• Install a new electrical service with an Air Handling Unit (AHU) on the second level.
• Contractor to provide calculations for correct component sizing (breaker, disconnect, wire, conduit).
• Submit equipment submittal sheets for government approval before commencing work.
• Hand over the old 30 AMP breaker to the government after demo.

Block H Building Project:

• Create a mock living quarter within an existing MOUT (Military Operations in Urban Terrain) site used for daily training.

• Work will be conducted in a building without climate control, requiring weather-resistant materials.

• Contractor must block and limit student access to the work area during training activities (riot reactions, blank ammo firing, loud explosions).

• Install two residential exterior doors (one "strong", one "inexpensive") with specified hardware, including deadbolts, peepholes, mock video doorbells, door chains, and swing bar locks. Door dimensions are approximately 87 inches by 42 inches.

• Install one "window opening" with roll-down metal window shutters (no key locks).

• Install one "window opening" with burglar grilles and an emergency grille release.

• Install a mock alarm panel with sensors (door, motion, glass break) and an exterior annunciator.

• Install a mock exterior security light (non-operable, no electric).

• Install a residential backyard fence, wall, or combination thereof (up to 9ft), potentially including a solid 8ft cinder block wall topped with double outrigger and barbed/concertina wire.

• Install an exterior metal gate on the backyard barrier with a lock protected by metal mesh.

• Install a "Day gate" at the top of stairs in a hallway with a lock protected by metal mesh.

• Install a solid core door in the upper-level master bedroom/safe haven with a deadbolt lock and peephole.

• Frame in areas with CMU wall and apply metal stud framing wrapped with vinyl matching CMU block color.

• Work to be performed at FASTC facilities (R1 and Block H).

• Materials must be weather-resistant for the Block H building.

• Contractor must manage site access and safety due to ongoing training activities at Block H.

• Government will identify specific window locations during site walks.

• Appendants contain site photos.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a notification from the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO), and Global Acquisition (A/GA) to prime and subcontractors supporting OBO projects. It reiterates the strict prohibition against public release of any information regarding the design, construction, or services related to OBO projects without written approval from a Contracting Officer and OBOPublicRelease@state.gov.

• Public Release Process: Companies must submit any content intended for public release (including photos, social media posts, award submissions, website content, interviews) to OBOPublicRelease@state.gov for review and clearance before publication. This applies to all firms involved, including subcontractors.
• Prime Contractor Responsibility: Prime contractors must distribute this notification to all their subcontractors and ensure subcontractors submit public release requests through them.
• Content Restrictions: Information cleared before January 20, 2025, requires re-review. References to sustainability, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) must be removed or reframed according to new administration priorities (focusing on building performance, using 'adaptation' instead of 'resilience,' and avoiding terms like 'LEED,' 'climate,' and 'sustainability').
• Ownership: All documents and records generated during OBO projects are the exclusive property of the U.S. Government.
• Request Submission: Requests for publishing project information must include the contract or task order number and adhere to specific file naming conventions and size limits (< 25MBs) for attachments.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation (Solicitation Number: 19AQMM26R0184) for the "MAINTENANCE OF OTHER ADMINISTRATIVE FACILITIES AND SERVICE BUILDINGS." The estimated magnitude of this construction project is between $25,000 and $100,000.

• The solicitation details requirements for maintenance of administrative facilities and service buildings.

• Specific tasks include "FASTC Mout Block and R1 Electric" maintenance.

• The Statement of Work (SOW) is provided as Attachment 1.

• This is a Firm-Fixed Price contract.

• The period of performance for Line Item 001 is 05/25/2026 - 04/12/2027.

• The period of performance for Line Item 002 is 05/25/2026 - 04/12/2027.

• The estimated value is between $25,000 and $100,000.

• Offers are due by 05/05/2026 at 16:00 ET.

• Proposals will be evaluated on technical acceptability and performance schedule, with award made to the lowest-priced, technically acceptable offeror.

• Technical evaluation factors include Demonstrated Experience, Technical/Management Approach, Safety Program, and Past Performance.

• A price analysis will be conducted to determine fair and reasonable pricing.

• The document includes clauses related to small business program representations (e.g., 52.219-1, 52.219-28).

• A "Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside" (52.219-6) is incorporated by reference.

• The solicitation incorporates numerous FAR clauses by reference, including those related to labor standards, safety, payments, and contract administration.

• An organized site visit is scheduled for April 22, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET at the Department of State Foreign Affairs Security Training Center, Blackstone, VA.

• Offerors must have an active SAM registration at the time of proposal submission.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a General Decision for wage determination VA20260010, issued on January 30, 2026. It establishes the prevailing wage rates and benefits for various construction crafts in specific Virginia counties for building construction projects. This information is crucial for contractors to understand labor costs and compliance requirements when bidding on relevant federal contracts.

• Geographic Area: Covers Brunswick, Charlotte, Cumberland, Greensville, Lunenburg, Mecklenburg, Nottoway, Prince Edward, Southampton, and Surry Counties in Virginia, including the independent cities of Emporia and Franklin.
• Construction Type: Building construction projects (excluding single-family homes or apartments up to 4 stories).
• Wage Rates & Benefits: Lists specific hourly rates and fringe benefits for various trades, including Asbestos Worker/Heat & Frost Insulator, Electrician, Power Equipment Operator, Pipefitter, Carpenter, Laborer, Operator (Backhoe/Excavator/Trackhoe), Plumber, Roofer, Sheet Metal Worker, and Truck Driver.
• Executive Orders: Notes applicability of Executive Order (EO) 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage).
• Appeals Process: Outlines the procedure for appealing wage determination decisions.

Bidders must use these prevailing wage rates to accurately estimate labor costs for their proposals. Failure to comply with these wage requirements can lead to contract violations. The document also provides contact information for wage determination appeals and clarifications.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Past Performance Questionnaire designed to gather feedback from references regarding an Offeror's performance on previous projects. It is used by the Department of State (DOS) to assess potential vendors.

Section A (To be completed by the Offeror):

• Offeror Information (Company Name, Address, SAM UEI/CAGE Code)
• Past Performance Information (Project Title/Contract Number, Procurement Vehicle, Contract Type, Dates, Contract Amount, Role on Project, Description of Services/Products, Complexity of Work)

Section B (To be completed by Evaluator/Reference):

• Reference Information (Name, Title, Organization, Contract Role, Contact Details)

• Project/Contract Information (Confirmation/correction of Section A details)

• Performance Assessment (Rating scale: Exceptional, Very Good, Satisfactory, Marginal, Unsatisfactory) for:

  • Quality of Product or Service
  • Schedule
  • Cost Control (N/A for FFP)
  • Business Relations
  • Management of Key Personnel
  • Utilization of Small Business (N/A for Small Businesses)

• Additional Comments

• Offerors must complete Section A before sending the questionnaire to references.

• References must submit completed questionnaires via email to edwardsrc@state.gov by 4:00 PM ET, May 5, 2026.

• The email subject line must be: "Solicitation #19AQMM26R0184 – MOUT Block Site H and R1 Electric Services Past Performance Questionnaire Submission for ."

• The email must originate from the reference's government or commercial email system.

This questionnaire is critical for Offerors to obtain and submit comprehensive past performance evaluations from their references. The ratings and comments provided by references will significantly influence the evaluation of the Offeror's past performance, a key factor in the overall award decision for Solicitation #19AQMM26R0184.