FCI Ashland-Replace J&K Unit Windows

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the replacement of J & K Unit Windows at the Federal Bureau of Prisons, FCI Ashland. The issue date is April 30, 2026, with an offer due date of June 11, 2026, by 4:00 P.M. Eastern. Quotations must be submitted electronically to csmart@bop.gov.

• The solicitation requires the replacement of J & K Unit Windows.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov).

• This is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside. Offerors' SAM.gov size metrics must meet the Small Business Size Standard for NAICS Code 238150.

• Offerors must complete and submit specific pages of the solicitation documents: 1, 2, 4, 27, 71-74.

• Required forms and sections include: Standard Form-1442 (Solicitation, Offer, and Award), Schedule of Supplies/Services, Attachments (SF-24 Bid Bond), and Representations and Certifications (FAR provisions 52.209-13, 52.229-11, and FAO-0020).

• Not explicitly stated, but implied to be a contract for services related to window replacement.

• Proposals must be submitted electronically to csmart@bop.gov.

• Offerors must acknowledge any amendments.

• A pre-quotation conference and site visit is scheduled for May 20, 2026, at 9 am local time at FCI Ashland. Attendance is not mandatory but urged.

• Criminal History Checks are required for conference/site visit participants, with authorization forms due by May 12, 2026.

• Questions relating to the solicitation must be submitted via email to Candi Smart (csmart@bop.gov) no later than May 25, 2026, at 3 pm eastern.

• Past performance information, including questionnaires for references and banks, must be submitted.

• This opportunity is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside.

• Offerors are encouraged to contact a local Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) for assistance.

• Past performance questionnaires must be submitted by the offer due date (June 11, 2026, 4:00 pm).

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "QUOTATION SUBMISSION COVER PAGE" for the opportunity 15B10226Q00000009. It provides instructions and requirements for submitting quotations.

• Bidders must include the "Quotation Submissions Cover Page", "Solicitation SF1442 pages 1,2,4,27,71-74", and a "Bid Bond" (ensuring raised seals are legible in the electronic copy).
• All quotation pages should be compiled into a single Adobe PDF.
• Electronic quotations are to be emailed to csmart@bop.gov.
• A bid guarantee is required in accordance with FAR 52.228-1.
• Electronic submissions must include a scanned copy of the original bid guarantee.
• The original bid guarantee, with "wet" signature and raised seal (if applicable), must be mailed or delivered to the Federal Bureau of Prisons, ATTN: Candi Smart, 100 Prison Road, Estill, SC 29918, and received by the bid opening time and date.

This cover page is critical for bidders to understand the required format and content of their quotation submission, including specific documents to include, electronic submission procedures, and the physical delivery requirements for the bid guarantee.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the "Replace J & K Unit Windows" project at the Federal Correctional Institution in Ashland, KY. The government requires the contractor to provide all materials, labor, and equipment to complete this project.

• Replacement of a total of 236 window systems of various sizes.

• Contractor is responsible for the disposal of existing windows.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Estimated Magnitude: Between $100,000.00 and $250,000.00.

• Period of Performance: Within 10 calendar days after notice to proceed, with completion within 366 calendar days.

• Offers are due by 06/11/2026 at 16:00 US/Eastern.

• A bid bond is required (20% of bid price or $3,000,000, whichever is less), unless the bid is $150,000 or less.

• Performance and Payment Bonds are required within 10 days after award (100% of contract price).

• Evaluation criteria are not explicitly detailed in the provided pages, but "Price" is listed as an evaluation factor.

• No specific set-aside information is provided in these pages.

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR clauses and provisions covering various aspects of construction contracts, including safety, insurance, payment, submittals, and contract administration.

• A pre-construction conference will be held.

• Security requirements for contractor employees are detailed, including background investigations and PIV cards/building access badges.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a General Decision Number (GDN) for prevailing wages in Kentucky, specifically for Building Construction Projects in Boyd and Greenup Counties. It outlines the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various construction trades. This document is crucial for contractors to understand labor costs and ensure compliance with federal regulations when bidding on relevant projects.

• General Decision Number: KY20260101, effective 01/30/2026.
• Applicable Area: Boyd and Greenup Counties, Kentucky.
• Construction Type: Building Construction Projects (excluding single-family homes or apartments up to 4 stories).
• Trades Included: Lists specific trades such as Asbestos Worker, Boilermaker, Bricklayer, Carpenter, Electrician, Power Equipment Operator (various types), Ironworker, Laborer (various types), Painter, Pipefitter, Plumber, Roofer, Sprinkler Fitter, Sheet Metal Worker, and Cement Mason/Concrete Finisher.
• Rates and Fringes: Provides hourly rates and fringe benefit amounts for each listed trade.
• Identifiers: Explains the meaning of various prefixes (e.g., 'SU', 'UAVG', 'SA') used to denote the source and type of wage rate (union, survey, state-adopted).
• Executive Orders: Includes notes on Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage for Federal Contractors), outlining contractor obligations.
• Appeals Process: Details the procedure for appealing wage determination decisions.

Bidders must consult this document to accurately estimate labor costs for their proposals. Failure to adhere to these prevailing wage rates can lead to non-compliance and potential penalties. The document helps bidders determine the minimum compensation required for workers on the project, directly impacting the financial viability and competitiveness of their bids.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Criminal History Check" form required by the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP), U.S. Department of Justice. It serves as an "Authorization for Release of Information" for a criminal history background check. This check is a prerequisite for entry or service at any BOP facility.

The form requests the following personal information:

• Name (Last, First, Middle)
• Address
• Home Telephone Number
• Aliases/Nicknames
• Citizenship
• Social Security Number
• Date of Birth
• Sex, Race, Height, Weight
• Color of Eyes, Color of Hair
• Place of Birth
• Applicant's Signature and Date

It also includes a Privacy Act Notice detailing the authority for collecting information, its purposes (e.g., fitness for Federal employment, contractual service, security clearance), and the effects of non-disclosure (which may result in denial of entry, clearance, or employment).

Bidders or individuals associated with a bid may be required to complete and submit this form as part of the pre-employment or pre-contractual screening process for personnel involved in the opportunity. Failure to provide the requested information may impact an individual's eligibility for employment, clearance, or access related to the contract.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Standard Form 24 (Rev. 10/2023), a Bid Bond. It is used when a bid guaranty is required for a government contract opportunity. It ensures that the principal (the bidder) and their surety(ies) are bound to the United States Government.

• Principal Information: Legal name and business address of the bidder.
• Surety Information: Name and business address of the surety or sureties providing the bond.
• Penal Sum of Bond: The maximum amount the surety is liable for, expressed as a percentage of the bid price or a specific dollar amount.
• Bid Identification: Bid Date and Invitation Number.
• Obligation: Outlines the conditions under which the bond is void (e.g., if the principal executes further contractual documents and provides required bonds after bid acceptance).
• Conditions: Specifies the principal's obligation upon acceptance of the bid and execution of further contractual documents.
• Signatures: Spaces for the Principal and Surety(ies) to sign and affix seals.

This form is essential for bidders who are required to submit a bid bond as part of their proposal. Bidders must complete this form accurately, providing details about themselves and their surety. Failure to submit a properly executed bid bond may result in disqualification. The form specifies the conditions under which the bond is valid and the obligations of the principal and surety.