FCI Marion - Replace Summer Boiler #2

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) to solicitation 15BBNF26Q000000051 incorporates the following changes:

• Consolidated Vendor Questions: Includes the government's compiled responses to vendor inquiries.

• Post Site Visit Documentation: Attaches the minutes and sign-in sheet from the post-site visit meeting.

• Period of Performance Extension: Extends the performance period from 60 days to 235 days.

• New Clause Added: Incorporates FAR Clause 52.222-90, "Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors."

• Tailored FAR Clause: Updates the tailored version of FAR Clause 52.212-4, "Terms and Conditions—Commercial Products and Services," with specific modifications to:

  • Inspection/Acceptance (IAW FAR Dev 52.246-12)
  • Changes (IAW FAR Dev 52.243-5)
  • Payment (retained, supplemented with FAO-0023 Progress Payment)

• The overall period of performance has been extended.

• Specific FAR clauses have been added or modified.

• Documentation related to vendor questions and site visits has been included.

• The extension of the Period of Performance to 235 days addresses concerns about lead times for boilers.

• Bidders should ensure they acknowledge this amendment as per the instructions in Item 11 of the Standard Form 30.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products and services to replace the existing 4,800 MBTU summer boiler with a new 7,500 MBTU watertube boiler system at the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Marion, IL. The acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns.

• Complete removal and disposal of the existing boiler and associated piping and stack section.

• Supply, delivery, and installation of a new Cleaver Brooks M5-700-7500-150St (or equivalent) natural-gas-fired watertube boiler with 7,500 MBTU input / 6,000 MBTU output capacity, 0.95" tube wall thickness, and 100 psig operating pressure.

• Installation includes all required piping, valves, gauges, regulators, safety devices, low-water cutoff, stack components, gas train modifications, feedwater connections, and electrical reconnections.

• Installation of new steam spool pieces, a non-return valve, a 4" stop valve, and tie-in to the existing steam distribution system.

• Installation and testing of the HAWK actuator system.

• Commissioning, boil-out procedures, operational testing, and verification of all safety and control functions.

• Work must comply with all Federal, State, and local codes, including IBC, IMC, NEC, NFPA, OSHA, ACA Standards, and BOP Technical Design Guidelines.

• Provide all service manuals, troubleshooting manuals, and operator training to institution staff upon completion.

• The Government anticipates awarding a firm-fixed-price contract.

• Quotations are requested via Request for Quotation (RFQ) number 15BBNF26Q00000051.

• Quotation Deadline: May 8, 2026, at 12:00 pm Mountain Time.

• Award will be made to the responsible vendor whose quotation conforms to the solicitation and is determined to be Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

• Technical acceptability and price will be evaluated in accordance with the solicitation.

• Offerors must include a specification sheet and any submittal information about the products offered.

• Faxed and hand-delivered quotes will not be accepted.

• This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns.

• The solicitation will be available on or about April 13, 2026, on www.sam.gov.

• Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov.

• A site visit is scheduled; attendance is encouraged but not mandatory. Vendors must submit NCIC background check forms for attendees by the deadline stated in the solicitation.

• Questions regarding the solicitation may be submitted in writing via email to lbonner@bop.gov.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the "Replace Summer Boiler #2" project at FCI Marion. The Federal Bureau of Prisons (FBOP) is seeking proposals for this requirement.

• The solicitation requires the replacement of Summer Boiler #2 at FCI Marion.

• Offerors must submit specific pages of the solicitation document: pages 1, 2, 4, and 50-51.

• Specific forms and sections to be completed include:

  • Standard Form 1442 (Solicitation, Offer, and Award) - Blocks 10 and 14-20c to be completed by the offeror.
  • Schedule of Supplies/Services (page 4) - Unit price and amount blocks.
  • Section 7: Representations and Certifications (pages 50-51), specifically FAO-0021.

• Amendments, if any, must be acknowledged and submitted.

• The solicitation is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside.

• Offerors must meet the Small Business Size Standard for NAICS Code 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors).

• A bid bond (SF24) is required, with a penal sum of at least 20% of the bid price, not to exceed $3 million.

• Issue Date: April 13, 2026

• Offer Due Date: May 8, 2026, 12:00 P.M. CDT

• Offers must be submitted electronically via email to lbonner@bop.gov. The solicitation number must be included in the subject line.

• Pre-Quotation Conference/Site Visit: Scheduled for April 22, 2026, at 9 am CDT at FCI Marion. Attendance is not mandatory but urged. Criminal History Checks are required for attendees.

• Questions Deadline: Questions relating to the solicitation must be sent via email to lbonner@bop.gov no later than April 24, 2026, at 11:00 am CDT.

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

• Business size metrics in SAM.gov must meet the Small Business Size Standard for NAICS Code 238220.

• Contractors must be registered in SAM.gov.

• Assistance may be available through local Procurement Technical Assistance Centers (PTACs).

Wage Determination

This document is a General Decision for building construction projects in Illinois, issued by the U.S. Department of Labor. It supersedes a previous decision and outlines prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for various construction trades across numerous counties in Illinois.

• Applicability: This wage determination applies to building construction projects, excluding residential construction of single-family homes and apartments up to four stories.
• Trades Covered: The document details wage rates and fringe benefits for a wide range of trades, including but not limited to:
  • Asbestos Workers/Insulators
  • Boiler Makers
  • Bricklayers
  • Carpenters
  • Electricians
  • Engineers (Power Equipment Operators)
  • Ironworkers
  • Laborers (including Asbestos Abatement Workers)
  • Marble, Tile & Terrazzo Workers
  • Painters
  • Plasterers
  • Plumbers, Pipefitters, Steamfitters
  • Roofers
  • Sheet Metal Workers
  • Truck Drivers
• Geographic Scope: Wage rates are specified for various combinations of counties within Illinois.
• Effective Dates: The document includes multiple modification dates and publication dates, indicating updates to the wage rates.

This wage determination is crucial for any contractor bidding on federal or federally-assisted construction projects in the specified counties of Illinois. It establishes the minimum hourly wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to laborers and mechanics employed on such projects, ensuring compliance with labor standards.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Criminal History Check" form, also known as an "Authorization for Release of Information." It is required by the Federal Bureau of Prisons (part of the U.S. Department of Justice) to obtain information on an individual's criminal history background. This check is a prerequisite for entry or service at a Bureau facility, and for volunteer or contract status.

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 and Hair
• Place of Birth

It also includes a section for the applicant's signature and date, attesting to the truthfulness of the information provided.

Potential bidders or individuals associated with a bid may be required to complete and submit this form as part of the vetting process for personnel involved in performing contractual services for the Federal Government. Failure to provide the requested information may result in denial of entry, denial of volunteer/contract status, or termination of employment/contract.

A Spanish-language version of the form is also provided as a template for assistance, but it is explicitly stated that this template is for instructional purposes only and should not be filled in.

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 an opportunity. The bond ensures that the Principal (the bidder) and their Surety(ies) are firmly bound to the United States Government for the penal sum stated.

• Principal: Information about the bidder, including legal name, business address, and type of organization.
• Surety(ies): Information about the surety or sureties providing the bond, including name, business address, state of incorporation, and liability limit.
• Penal Sum of Bond: The amount of the bond, expressed as a percentage of the bid price or a specific dollar amount (not to exceed a stated limit).
• Obligation: Outlines the conditions under which the bond is void, typically upon the Principal executing further contractual documents and providing required bonds within a specified timeframe after bid acceptance.
• Signatures: Sections for the Principal and Surety(ies) to sign and affix seals.

Bidders must complete and submit this form if required by the solicitation. It demonstrates their financial commitment and ability to enter into a contract if awarded. The form requires specific information about the bidder and their chosen surety. The penal sum must be calculated according to the instructions, which may involve a percentage of the bid price or a maximum dollar limitation.