FY26 FCI Terminal Island- EMERGENCY SHORING OF TUNNEL
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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 Justice, Federal Prison System / Bureau of Prisons (FBOP) has issued a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (JOFOC) for emergency shoring services at the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Terminal Island in San Pedro, CA. This action addresses an urgent need to prevent the collapse of a critical underground tunnel, with an estimated cost of $380,000. The contract is a firm-fixed price award to Seamair Construction, Inc.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves the emergency shoring of approximately 250-foot sections of an underground tunnel. This includes the installation of properly sized timber sets and plywood at 6-foot intervals to support existing loads, prevent soil movement, and avoid structural collapse. The tunnel provides essential access to the steam and hot water piping system, critical for staff working quarters, food service, and inmate housing units.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed Price (Sole-Source Justification)
- Estimated Value: $380,000
- Set-Aside: Not applicable (Sole-Source)
- Published Date: May 29, 2026
- Place of Performance: San Pedro, CA
Justification & Award
This procurement is justified under 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(2), as implemented by FAR Deviation 6.103-2, citing unusual and compelling urgency. An engineering assessment identified a failing tunnel section posing an immediate risk of infrastructure collapse, which could lead to unsafe conditions, service disruptions, increased tension, and security incidents. Due to the urgent nature, market research was limited. Seamair Construction, Inc. was identified as the sole-source contractor due to their demonstrated ability to mobilize quickly and specialized knowledge required for this emergency.
Additional Notes
The FBOP will continue to monitor market trends for future acquisitions to identify competitive sources and mitigate the need for urgent procurements. Contact: Manjit Dola at mdola@bop.gov.