Install Generator Feeds - Pomeroy, WA

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation seeks proposals for the installation of emergency generator feeders to the Office, Maintenance shop, and Process/Storage shop of the Central Ferry Farm located at 639 Hastings Hill Rd, Pomeroy, WA, 99347.

• Installation of emergency generator feeders.

• Work to be performed at the Central Ferry Farm in Pomeroy, WA.

• Award Type: Firm fixed price purchase order.

• Period of Performance: 120 days after award.

• Estimated Value: Not specified.

• Proposals are due by 05/22/2026 at 1400 CD.

• Submissions must be emailed to david.hildebrand@usda.gov with the subject line "RFQ 1232SA26Q0584".

• Evaluation Method: Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

• Award will be made to the responsible offeror with the lowest price that is technically acceptable.

• Offerors must submit pricing for all items.

• Offerors must hold prices firm for 30 calendar days from the offer due date.

• NAICS Code: 238210 (Size Standard: $19 Million).

• The acquisition is set aside for Small Business (100%).

• Factor 1: Vendor (Prime) must be licensed for electrical work in Washington State. Subcontractor licenses are not sufficient.

• Factor 2: Offerors must provide two recent and relevant references demonstrating experience on similar scale projects. References must be from the prime contractor's work, not subcontractors.

• Attachment 1 – Statement of Work and Attachment 2 – WD 2015-5559 Rev 28 are provided.

• Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and USDA Acquisition Regulation (AGAR) clauses are incorporated by reference and in full text.

• Questions are due no later than May 13th, 2025, at 12:00 PM Pacific Time.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To connect the Office, Maintenance shop, and Process/Storage shop at the Central Ferry Farm to the existing on-site Emergency generator.

• Hydro-excavation around existing utilities near the electrical main.
• Excavate a trench to the three buildings.
• Install all raceways and feeders for the electrical connections.
• Connect to the buildings using phase feeders and panels.
• Re-feed existing 200 AMP 3 PHASE PANEL and 100 AMP SUB-PANEL in the Maintenance Shop.
• Re-feed existing 200 AMP 3 PHASE PANEL in the Process Shop and feed a 100 AMP 1 PHASE FEEDER to the existing panel in the Storage Shop.
• Install a new 2" underground raceway and wiring to the existing Inland Power Company power pole by the House and Office, install a new 200 AMP 1 PHASE PANEL on the pole and re-feed the House and Office with overhead feeders.
• Remove existing FPE panels and install new 100A panels on the House and Office.
• Install a new 100 AMP 1 PHASE overhead feeder to the new panel on the House.
• Install a new 100 AMP 1 PHASE overhead feeder and re-use the existing panel on the Office.
• Feed a new 120V 20AMP circuit to the garage next to the House.
• Coordinate with Inland Power to remove existing utility services on poles feeding the House and Office.
• Backfill trenches using on-site material.

Not explicitly stated, but work is for the Central Ferry Farm.

• Contractor is responsible for visiting the site prior to submitting a bid.

• Contractor may be liable for repairs or replacement of damaged items.

• All work must comply with state and federal regulations, and applicable codes and standards (UFGS, ARS 242.1M).

• Contractor shall furnish a Site Specific Safety Plan (SSSP) or Accident Prevention Plan (APP) upon request.

• Contractor is responsible for verifying underground utility locations.

• Materials and equipment must be standard products from regularly engaged manufacturers and be the latest standard design.

• Government will not furnish labor or equipment for unloading or moving materials.

• Worksite shall be kept clean and free of debris; disturbed areas restored to original appearance.

• A standard one-year warranty for workmanship is required.

• Submittals include manufacturer's descriptive literature/shop drawings.

• Quality Control is the exclusive responsibility of the Contractor.

• No security clearances are needed.

• No information technology is to be acquired for this work.

• Proposed Project Plan (within 20 business days after contract award).

• Weekly Status Report (biweekly, every Wednesday and Friday by 3:00 PM EDST until contract expires).

• Final Invoice, Operation and Maintenance Data, Release of liens, and a one-year warranty are required prior to final payment.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Wage Determination (No. 2015-5559, Revision No. 28, dated March 30, 2026) issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, Wage and Hour Division. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations under the Service Contract Act for contracts performed in Washington Counties of Adams, Ferry, Garfield, Grant, Lincoln, and Whitman.

• Lists numerous occupational codes and titles, ranging from administrative support and clerical to mechanics, technical, and protective services.
• Specifies the minimum hourly wage rate for each occupation.
• Indicates that fringe benefits are required and follow the occupational listing.
• Details specific benefits such as Health & Welfare ($5.55 per hour or $222.00 per week), and Vacation (2 weeks after 1 year, 3 weeks after 5 years, 4 weeks after 15 years).
• Lists eleven paid holidays per year.
• Includes notes on Executive Orders 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and 13658 (Minimum Wage), and their applicability to contractors.
• Provides information on "Hazardous Pay Differential" (8% or 4% differential) and "Uniform Allowance."
• Outlines the "Conformance Process" for contractors needing to classify employees not listed in the wage determination.

This document is critical for bidders to understand the minimum labor costs associated with performing services under the Service Contract Act in the specified geographic area. It directly impacts proposal pricing by defining the required wage rates and fringe benefits for all service employees working on the contract. Bidders must ensure their proposed wages and benefits meet or exceed these minimums to be compliant.