FTQW 20 0504 2 CHPP Electrical Upgrades
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Air Force is soliciting proposals for FTQW 20 0504 2 CHPP Electrical Upgrades at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. This project involves upgrading and modifying the low voltage electrical and lighting systems within the Central Heat Power Plant (CHPP), including the removal and replacement of existing electrical panels, associated transformers, and outdated lighting fixtures. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside with an estimated magnitude between $1M and $5M. Proposals are due February 18, 2026.
Scope of Work
The project, also referred to as "Repair CHPP Electric Panels & Circuits, Phase C," entails:
- Demolition: Removal and disposal of existing electrical distribution and lighting systems, including fixtures, panelboards, junction boxes, conduit, and wiring. This includes the separation and disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous materials.
- Power Distribution: Replacement of existing panelboards, transformers, and circuit conductors, including furnishing and installing new components, associated feeders, conduits, and relocating existing circuits. Temporary power for critical loads during cutover is required.
- Lighting Systems: Construction of new, fully functional lighting systems, including furnishing and installing new light fixtures, emergency lighting fixtures, and new lighting circuits. Temporary lighting and equipment for safe access are also required. The CHPP facility will remain operational throughout the project, requiring careful coordination and adherence to a detailed sequencing plan.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Period of Performance: 545 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed.
- Estimated Magnitude: Between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000.
- NAICS Code: 238210 (Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors) with a Small Business Size Standard of $19 Million.
- Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
Key Requirements & Considerations
- Hazardous Materials: The facility may contain hazardous materials (asbestos, lead paint, PCBs, silica, heavy metals). Contractors must plan for remediation, disposal (assuming two 20CY PCB roll-off containers), and compliance with environmental regulations. A Hazardous Materials Report is provided.
- Operational Constraints: The CHPP operates 24/7, and no after-hours shutdown is permitted for critical loads. Work on panels and transformers is restricted to "Summer" (May 15 - September 15). A detailed sequencing plan outlines specific downtime limitations (e.g., 4 hours/day for most work, 12 hours for Panels CH).
- Financial Responsibility: Bidders must complete a "Financial Institution Reference Sheet" for responsibility determination.
- Bonds: Performance and Payment bonds are required. An offer guarantee is also necessary.
- Wage Rates: Compliance with the General Decision Number (AK20250001) for prevailing wage rates for Building and Heavy Construction in Alaska is mandatory.
- Submittals: A comprehensive Submittal Register outlines required documentation, including preconstruction submittals, project schedules, safety plans, quality control plans, product data, and closeout documents.
- Evaluation: Award will be based on price and price-related factors. Offers must be valid for at least 90 calendar days.
Important Dates & Submission
- Questions Due: February 03, 2026, at 02:00 PM AKDT. All questions will be answered via amendment.
- Site Visit 1: December 16, 2025, at 10:00 AM AKDT. RSVP by December 15, 2025.
- Site Visit 2: January 29, 2026, at 12:30 PM AKDT. RSVP by February 17, 2026.
- Proposal Submission Deadline: February 18, 2026, at 02:00 PM AKDT.
- Submission Method: Electronic bids only, via email to SrA Christopher Blackburn and Mr. Ryan Smith at 354CONS.PKA.MonitorConstruction@us.af.mil.