FDA NCTR Bldg. 62 MCC-Switchgear Replacement

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This document contains architectural floor plans for Building 62, Second Floor, detailing both demolition and new construction elements related to MCC (Motor Control Center) breaker maintenance. It serves as a visual guide for contractors to understand the scope of work.

• Demolition Plan: Outlines existing electrical equipment (MCCs, panels) to be removed.
• New Construction Plan: Shows the layout for new electrical distribution panels and re-fed circuits.
• General Notes: Provides critical instructions regarding equipment protection during construction, coordination of power outages, and the need for temporary power and generators.
• Demolition Keyed Notes: Specific instructions for transferring circuits from existing MCCs to new panelboards and the subsequent removal of old MCCs.
• Keyed Notes: Instructions for re-connecting existing circuits to new distribution panels and re-feeding panels from new switchgear.

Bidders must review these plans to understand the physical scope of the MCC breaker maintenance project, including what existing infrastructure will be removed and what new infrastructure will be installed. The notes provide essential guidance on operational constraints, safety, and coordination requirements that will impact project execution and scheduling.

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This document provides architectural and electrical plans for "MCC Breaker Maintenance" at Jefferson Laboratories, Building 62. It includes floor plans for the first floor and basement, as well as a one-line diagram for the electrical system.

• Floor Plans: Detail the layout of Building 62's first floor and basement, indicating rooms, electrical closets, and equipment locations.
• One-Line Diagram: Illustrates the new electrical power distribution system for Building 62, including switchgear, automatic transfer switches (ATS), generators, and distribution panels.
• Keyed Notes: Provide specific instructions and requirements for the installation and connection of new electrical equipment, such as switchgear, generators, ATS, and motor starters. It also references existing circuits and equipment to be re-fed or modified.
• General Notes: Include general requirements for conduit installation.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the physical layout and the scope of the electrical work required for the MCC Breaker Maintenance project. It details the specific equipment to be installed, connections to be made, and modifications to existing systems, which will directly impact proposal preparation, material estimation, and labor planning.

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This document provides detailed electrical elevations, schedules, and notes for Building 62, specifically related to MCC (Motor Control Center) breaker maintenance. It serves as a technical reference for understanding the existing electrical infrastructure and planned modifications or maintenance.

• Electrical Elevations: Diagrams illustrating the layout and connections of switchgear, panelboards, and motor control centers (e.g., SWG-62, HDP-5, MCC-10, HDP-7, MCC-A).
• Panel Schedules: Detailed lists of circuits, breaker types, pole configurations, trip ratings, connected loads, and estimated demand for various electrical panels.
• General Notes: Instructions regarding short circuit and arc flash studies, labeling requirements, and coordination with the owner for power outages.
• Keyed Notes: Specific instructions for transferring existing circuits to new panels, verifying breaker/fuse sizes, matching wire ampacity, and routing circuits through motor starters.
• Suggested Work Plan & Phasing: A guide for contractors on how to approach the project, including site surveys, installation of new equipment, removal of old equipment, power outage coordination, and testing.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the existing electrical system's configuration, the scope of work involving maintenance or upgrades to MCC breakers and associated panels, and the specific technical requirements for performing the work. It details the equipment involved, the circuit loads, and the sequence of operations for any planned power interruptions or equipment replacements, directly impacting proposal preparation and execution planning.

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This document provides architectural and engineering plans for the demolition of specific electrical equipment within Building 62 at Jefferson Laboratories. It includes floor plans for the first and basement levels, detailing demolition areas, and a one-line diagram illustrating the existing electrical system and planned removals.

• Floor Plans: Depict the first and basement floors of Building 62, highlighting existing electrical components (MCCs, generators, ATS, switchgear) slated for demolition.
• One-Line Diagram: Illustrates the existing electrical distribution for Building 62, showing connections and components to be removed.
• Demolition Keyed Notes: Provides specific instructions for the sequence and method of removing electrical equipment, emphasizing coordination with new installations and power outages.
• General Notes: Includes important information regarding the protection of existing electrical equipment and the requirement for advance coordination of power outages.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the scope of demolition work related to the MCC breaker maintenance opportunity. It details the specific electrical infrastructure to be removed, which will inform their understanding of the project's physical requirements, potential site disruptions, and the existing conditions that new systems will interface with or replace.

Sources Sought Notice

This Sources Sought Notice (SSN) is a market survey by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on behalf of the National Center for Toxicological Research (NCTR). The purpose is to identify small business sources capable of replacing existing motor control centers (MCC's), switchgear equipment, and draw-out breakers in Building 62 at the NCTR facility in Jefferson, Arkansas. The current equipment is largely original from the 1940s and 1950s.

• Replacement of MCC's, switchgear equipment, and draw-out breakers.

• Installation of new breakers and testing.

• Arc-flash studies and thermal scanning on replaced MCC's draw-out breakers.

• Period of Performance: Estimated 24 months after Notice to Proceed.

• Place of Performance: National Center for Toxicological Research (NCTR), Jefferson, AR 72079.

• Interested firms must submit capability statements via email to timothy.walbert@fda.hhs.gov by April 21, 2026, 2:00 pm (Central Time).

• Reference "FDA SSN 75F40126SSNMCC62" in the email subject line.

• Capability statements should include:

  • Business name, UEI, address, size status, point of contact information.
  • Past performance (last 3 years) for similar MCC replacement projects.
  • Descriptive literature detailing services.
  • Applicable GSA Schedule contracts or other Government-wide contracts.
  • Information on subcontracting opportunities if a large business.
  • Standard commercial warranty and payment terms.
  • Informational pricing is helpful but not required.

• Primarily seeking small business sources registered under NAICS code 238210 (Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors) with a size standard of $19.0 million.

• Other than small business concerns are also encouraged to submit capability statements.

• This is NOT a solicitation announcement or a request for proposals/quotes.

• No contract will be awarded from this announcement.

• No reimbursement will be made for costs associated with providing information.

• Attachments include Building 62 plan documents (DEMOLITION and NEW plans, elevations, schedules, and notes).