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.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
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 bids 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Power Plant (CHPP), including the removal and replacement of existing electrical panels, associated transformers, and outdated lighting fixtures.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 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside with an estimated magnitude between $1M and $5M. Bids are due by February 18, 2026, at 02:00 PM AKDT.
Scope of Work
The project's core objective is to modernize the CHPP's electrical infrastructure. This includes:
- Demolition: Removal and disposal of existing electrical distribution and lighting systems, including fixtures, panelboards, junction boxes, conduit, and wiring. This also covers the separation and disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous materials.
- Power Distribution: Replacement of existing panelboards, transformers, and circuit conductors, involving the installation of new panelboards, feeders, conduits, and relocation of existing circuits. Temporary power for critical loads during cutover is required.
- Lighting Systems: Construction of new, fully functional lighting systems, including new light fixtures, emergency lighting fixtures, and associated circuits.
- Hazardous Materials: Extensive hazardous material assessment and remediation are required, covering Lead-Based Paint (LBP), Respirable Crystalline Silica Dust, RCRA-8 Metals, and Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs). Contractors must plan for two 20CY PCB roll-off containers and assume all light fixtures contain hazardous materials.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Period of Performance: March 10, 2026, through September 6, 2027 (approximately 545 calendar days from Notice to Proceed).
- Estimated Magnitude: Between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000.
- NAICS Code: 238210 (Electrical Contractors) with a Small Business Size Standard of $19M.
- Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business.
- Bonds: Performance and Payment bonds are required, along with an offer guarantee.
Key Dates & Submission
- Bids Due: February 18, 2026, at 02:00 PM AKDT.
- Questions Due: February 03, 2026, at 02:00 PM AKDT.
- Site Visits:
- 16 December 2025, 10:00 AM AKDT (attendee names due by 15 December 2025).
- 29 January 2026, 12:30 PM AKDT (attendee names due by 17 February 2026).
- Submission Method: Electronic bids only, via email to 354CONS.PKA.MonitorConstruction@us.af.mil.
Important Notes
- Funding: Funds are not presently available; award is contingent upon fund availability. The Government reserves the right to cancel the solicitation without obligation to reimburse costs.
- Evaluation: Award will be based on price and price-related factors.
- Financial Verification: Bidders must complete a "Financial Institution Reference Sheet" for responsibility determination.
- Sequencing: A detailed sequence plan outlines the order of operations, downtime limitations, and seasonal work restrictions (May 15 - September 15 for panels/transformers).
- Compliance: Work must adhere to NEC, EM 385-1-1, and other applicable codes and standards. Prevailing wage rates (AK20250001) apply.