Fort Pulaski - VC ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION UPGRADE

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the "Upgrade Electrical Distribution System at Fort Pulaski Visitor Center/Pump House" located at Fort Pulaski National Monument Visitor Center Area, 101 Fort Pulaski Road, Savannah, GA, 31410. The government requires the contractor to provide all labor, materials, supervision, and equipment necessary to perform this upgrade.

• Upgrade the existing electrical distribution system at the Fort Pulaski Visitor Center and Pump House.

• The work includes providing all necessary labor, materials, supervision, and equipment.

• Compliance with applicable codes (e.g., NEC, NFPA 70E, local codes) is required.

• The contractor must provide a technical/management approach, installation and commissioning plan, and identify key personnel.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Construction.

• Period of Performance: 60 calendar days from Notice to Proceed.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but the solicitation is for a small business set-aside.

• Proposal Submission Deadline: July 2, 2026, 5:00 PM EDT.

• Proposals must be submitted electronically.

• Evaluation will be based on Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) procedures.

• Key evaluation factors include Technical Acceptability, Past Performance, and Price.

• Technical Acceptability will be a Pass/Fail assessment based on Attachment 4, covering Relevant Experience, Key Subcontractor Identification, SOW/Specifications Compliance, Technical/Management Approach, Period of Performance, and Offeror Certification.

• Past Performance will be evaluated based on recent and relevant contracts, projects, and performance issues.

• Price will be evaluated for reasonableness and completeness. The lowest evaluated price among technically acceptable proposals will be selected.

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

• A pre-proposal conference and site visit is scheduled for June 16, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM EDT.

• All questions must be submitted in writing by June 23, 2026, 1:00 PM EDT.

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

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a General Decision Number GA20260317, issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division. It provides prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for various construction classifications in Georgia, specifically for Bryan, Chatham, and Effingham Counties. This information is crucial for contractors to understand labor costs when bidding on federal or federally-assisted construction projects in the specified area.

• Classifications: Lists specific job titles (e.g., ASBESTOS WORKER/HEAT & FROST INSULATOR, ELECTRICIAN, IRONWORKER, PLUMBER, SHEET METAL WORKER).
• Rates: Provides the prevailing hourly wage rate for each classification.
• Fringes: Details the prevailing hourly fringe benefit rate for each classification.
• Identifiers: Explains various rate identifiers (Union, UAVG, SU, SA) and their meaning.
• Executive Orders: Includes notes on Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage), which may apply to contracts awarded under this determination.
• Appeals Process: Outlines the procedure for appealing wage determination decisions.

Bidders must use these prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits to accurately calculate labor costs for their proposals. Failure to comply with these wage requirements can lead to bid disqualification or contract non-compliance. The document also provides context on how these rates are determined and updated, and outlines the process for addressing any discrepancies or appeals.

Statement of Work (SOW)

To upgrade the existing deteriorated electrical service equipment for the Fort Pulaski Visitor Center pump house by replacing outdated components with new, code-compliant service equipment that includes generator interconnection capability. This will ensure a safe, reliable electrical service with integrated generator capacity.

• Remove existing corroded service disconnect enclosure, fuse blocks, associated wiring, damaged conduits, fittings, and non-compliant conductors.

• Dispose of all removed materials in accordance with applicable regulations.

• Prepare the site by verifying existing conditions, clearing vegetation as needed, establishing a stable work area, marking underground utilities, implementing erosion control, and maintaining working clearances.

• Furnish and install a new service-entrance-rated manual transfer switch suitable for outdoor use (NEMA 3R minimum), with appropriate ratings for fault current and service voltage, serving as the main service disconnect.

• Install a stainless steel, corrosion-resistant enclosure for the new service equipment.

• Install new service conductors and conduit from the utility/service point to the transfer switch, sized appropriately and installed to NEC standards.

• Provide and install a generator receptacle/inlet, properly rated for the intended generator capacity.

• Ensure the transfer switch has a mechanical interlock to prevent simultaneous connection of utility and generator sources and verify proper configuration for safe generator backfeed prevention.

• Install or upgrade the grounding electrode system as required by NEC.

• Reconnect existing load (pump/motor equipment) to the new service equipment, verifying compatibility.

• Label all new equipment clearly, including service disconnects, generator connection point, and transfer switch positions.

• Test and commission the transfer switch, verifying voltage, phasing, load operation, overcurrent protection, isolation between sources, and grounding/bonding continuity.

• Coordinate with Georgia Power for any required utility outages and re-energization.

• Secure the work area with barriers and appropriate signage.

• Restore disturbed areas, remove debris, and provide as-built documentation, product data, warranties, and O&M manuals.

• Provide owner training on transfer switch and generator operation.

• Work must be performed in a safe, professional manner according to accepted, required, and mandated industry standards.

• Compliance with National Electrical Code (NEC) and local jurisdiction requirements.

• Compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA), and state, local safety laws, and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) laws and regulations.

• Location: Fort Pulaski National Monument Visitor Center Area, 101 Fort Pulaski Road, Savannah, GA 31410.

• Period of Performance: Within 60 days after award, unless otherwise negotiated.

• A pre-bid site walk-through is highly recommended.

• Site must be closed to all visitors and vehicle traffic while work is performed or the site is unattended.

• Contractor must exercise care to protect historic structures, landscapes, and NPS properties.

• Contractor must be a licensed electrical contractor in the project jurisdiction, with work supervised by a licensed electrician.

• Personnel must have training in electrical safety (NFPA 70E).

• Contractor must have experience with service equipment and generator transfer systems.

• All work to be performed during normal business hours (7:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday-Friday), unless otherwise coordinated and approved.

• Contractor is responsible for obtaining all necessary permits.

• Contractor must maintain appropriate insurance (Workers Compensation and Liability).

Other / Unclassified

This document references Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 36.211(b), which requires agencies to provide descriptions of policies and procedures applicable to the definitization of equitable adjustments for change orders under construction contracts. It also mandates the provision of data on the time required to definitize these adjustments.

This information is relevant to potential bidders on construction contracts as it directs them to the official source for understanding the government's policies and procedures regarding change order definitization and the associated timelines. Bidders can find this information at: https://www.doi.gov/pam/acquisition/policy/constructioncontract.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "ATTACHMENT 4 — LPTA TECHNICAL ACCEPTABILITY," is a template that offerors must complete and submit with their proposal for RFQ No.: 140P5126R0011. It is used to assess technical acceptability on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis. Failure to include all required entries will result in a "Technically Unacceptable (FAIL)" rating.

Offeror Information: Requires legal name, UEI, CAGE, Primary POC details (name, title, email, phone).

1) Relevant Experience (PASS/FAIL): Requires details on two (2) completed projects within the last five (5) years that are relevant to electrical experience. For each project, provide Customer/Owner, Location, Relevance (electrical work or other), brief scope (1-3 sentences), Contract/PO No. (if applicable), and POC details. Evidence of timing is also required.

2) Key Subcontractor Identification (PASS/FAIL): If specialized work will be subcontracted, identify subcontractor name, trade/role, and location/contact information.

3) SOW/Specs Compliance Checklist (PASS/FAIL): Offerors must indicate "Comply" or "Does Not Comply" for each listed requirement derived from the SOW/specs, related to replacing electrical service equipment, installing new code-compliant equipment with generator interconnection, and associated tasks. Notes are optional.

4. Technical/Management Approach: Must address compliance with SOW/codes, installation/commissioning plan (phasing, outages, testing, training), and key personnel qualifications.

5. Period of Performance: Offerors must acknowledge the 60-day period of performance and identify any known constraints.

6. Offeror Certification: Requires authorized representative name, title, signature, and date to certify accuracy and compliance.

This attachment is critical for proposal preparation. Bidders must meticulously complete all sections to demonstrate technical acceptability. The LPTA evaluation basis means that technical acceptability is a prerequisite for award, and price will be the deciding factor among technically acceptable offers. Specific attention should be paid to the relevant experience requirements and the SOW/Specs compliance checklist.