FCI Pekin - Replace Boilers & Controls

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the replacement of boilers and controllers at FCI Pekin. The United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Prisons, is issuing this solicitation.

• Bidders must submit the Bid Submission Cover Page, pages 1, 2, 4, & 50-56 of the solicitation document, and the Bid Bond.

• Specific forms and clauses must be completed, including SF-1442 (Solicitation, Offer, and Award), Commodity or Services Schedule (page 4), and SF-24 Bid Bond.

• Unique Entity Identifier, TAX ID#, CAGE Code, and email address must be provided.

• Past Performance Information is required, including questionnaires for references and banks.

• The contract type is not explicitly stated, but it is a sealed bidding construction contract.

• The period of performance and estimated value are not detailed in this document.

• Bids are due on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at 12:30 P.M. EST.

• Bids must be submitted electronically via the JEFS App Box link provided.

• Original bid guarantees must be mailed to the Federal Bureau of Prisons, United States Penitentiary, ATTN: Kevin Slone, 1197 Airport Road, Inez, KY 41224.

• Award will be made to a responsible contractor.

• Evaluation criteria include financial resources, satisfactory performance record, integrity and business ethics, and necessary organization, experience, and technical skills.

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

• Contractors must be registered in WWW.SAM.GOV and meet the Small Business Size Standard for NAICS Code 238220.

• A pre-bid conference and site visit are scheduled for Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at 9:00 A.M. CST, at FCI Pekin. Attendance is not mandatory.

• Questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted in WORD FORMAT to Kevin Slone via email by Friday, January 23, 2026, at 11:00 A.M. CST.

• Oral explanations or instructions are not binding; any information impacting the solicitation will be provided in writing via amendment.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a General Decision Number (GDN) for wage determinations related to construction projects in Illinois. It specifies prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for various labor classifications, including operators and truck drivers, across different counties.

• General Decision Number: IL20260020
• State: Illinois
• Construction Types: Building Landscape, Heavy Landscape, Highway Landscape, and Residential Landscape.
• Counties Covered: Boone, Cook, De Kalb, Du Page, Grundy, Henry, Kane, Kankakee, Kendall, Lake, McHenry, McLean, Ogle, Peoria, Rock Island, Tazewell, Will, Winnebago, and Woodford.
• Classifications & Rates: Details specific wage rates and fringe benefits for various job roles (e.g., Landscape Equipment Operator, Landscape Laborer, Truck Driver) broken down by county and specific job functions (e.g., truck axle count, equipment size).
• Footnotes: Include details on health and welfare contributions, paid holidays, vacation policies, and specific conditions for certain classifications (e.g., low-boy work, winter rates).

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the labor costs associated with the opportunity. It ensures compliance with federal labor laws by outlining the minimum required wages and benefits for workers on the project. Bidders must use these rates when calculating their proposals to ensure they are competitive and compliant.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Criminal History Check" form, specifically an "Authorization for Release of Information" for a criminal history check by the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP). It is intended to be completed by individuals who are required to undergo a criminal history background check as a condition of entering or serving at a BOP facility, or for federal employment, contractual service, or security clearance/access.

• Personal Information: Name, Address, Phone Number, Aliases/Nicknames, Citizenship, Social Security Number, Date of Birth, Sex, Race, Height, Weight, Eye Color, Hair Color, Place of Birth.
• Applicant's Signature and Date.
• Privacy Act Notice: Outlines the authority for collecting information, its purposes and uses, and the effects of non-disclosure.
• A Spanish-language version of the form is provided as a template to assist non-English speakers, with a disclaimer that it is for instructional purposes only and should not be filled in.

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.

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. Bidders must complete this form to provide assurance that they will execute further contractual documents and provide required bonds if their bid is accepted.

• Principal: Information about the bidder (legal name, business address, type of organization).
• Surety(ies): Information about the surety or sureties providing the bond (name, business address, state of incorporation, liability limit).
• Penal Sum of Bond: The amount of the bond, expressed as a percentage of the bid price or a specific dollar amount.
• Bid Identification: Details related to the specific bid, including bid date and invitation number.
• Obligation: Outlines the binding agreement between the Principal, Surety(ies), and the Government.
• Conditions: Specifies the circumstances under which the bond becomes void, primarily related to the execution of further contractual documents and bonds after bid acceptance.

This form is essential for bidders who are required to submit a bid bond. It details the information that must be provided regarding the principal and the surety, the amount of the bond, and the conditions under which the bond is valid. Failure to properly complete and submit this form, if required, could disqualify a bid. Bidders should pay close attention to the instructions for completion, especially regarding the penal sum and the surety's qualifications.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the "Replace Boilers & Controllers" project at the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Pekin, located in Pekin, IL. The government requires the contractor to provide all necessary materials, labor, and equipment to complete this project.

• Replacement of boilers and controllers.

• Work to be performed in accordance with attached Specifications and Drawings.

• The contract type is anticipated to be Firm Fixed Price.

• Performance period: Within 10 calendar days after notice to proceed, and completion within 120 calendar days.

• Estimated project magnitude is between $1,000,000.00 and $5,000,000.00.

• Proposals are due by 12:30 PM US/Eastern on February 11, 2026.

• A bid bond is required, with a penalty of 20% of the bid price or $3 Million, whichever is less. Bids of $150,000 or less do not require a bid bond.

• Performance and Payment Bonds are required within 10 days after award for contracts over $150,000.

• Offers providing less than 90 calendar days for Government acceptance will not be considered.

• This solicitation is for small business concerns only. Offers from non-small businesses will be rejected.

• The solicitation includes numerous clauses related to security, data protection, contractor responsibilities, insurance, submittals, and contract administration.

• Attachments include Specifications, Drawings, Wage Determination, Criminal History Check Form, and Bid Bond.