Garage Infrared Heaters and Tank Installation, Thomaston Dam, Thomaston, CT
Overview
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Qualification Details
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 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - New England District is issuing a Solicitation for Garage Infrared Heaters and Tank Installation at the Thomaston Dam, Thomaston, CT. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due by June 23, 2026, 10:00 AM Eastern.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall furnish all equipment, materials, and labor to install three (3) low intensity infrared tube heaters (40,000 BTU each, totaling 120,000 BTU) in a 2,016 sq ft garage with 16’ high ceilings. Additionally, one (1) 300-gallon propane tank, a concrete tank pad, and an associated protective barrier must be installed. All work must adhere to the Statement of Work, local, state, and federal laws, and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Occupational Health Requirements (EM 385-1-1). Specific requirements include electrical work, plumbing, venting, propane tank installation, and protective bollards.
Contract Details
- Type: Solicitation (Request for Quotation - RFQ), Firm Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 238220, Small Business Size Standard of $19 Million
- Estimated Value: Between $25,000 and $100,000
- Period of Performance: 180 days from contract award
- Place of Performance: Thomaston Dam, Thomaston, CT
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotes Due: June 23, 2026, 10:00 AM Eastern
- Submission Method: Via email to the Contract Specialist, Alicia LaCrosse (alicia.n.lacrosse@usace.army.mil)
- Mandatory Requirements:
- Active registration in SAM.gov at the time of submission.
- Completion and return of a mandatory Solicitation Survey, which assesses company information, experience, past performance, key personnel, employee experience, certifications/licenses (e.g., First Aid/CPR, Fall Protection, Crane Operator, Electrician, HVAC), subcontractor information, and three references.
- Evaluation Factors: Technical, Price, and Past Performance.
- Site Visit: Highly recommended on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at 10:00 AM Eastern at the Thomaston Dam Project Office.
- Payment Protections: Payment Bond or Irrevocable Letter of Credit required for contracts valued at $35,000.00 or above.
Attachments
Informational photos are provided, offering visual context of the Thomaston Dam Garage (interior/exterior), an example propane tank with bollards, and an electrical panel.