Military Construction Project (MILCON) P732 Design-Bid-Build, Electrical Distribution System Upgrades (Gosport Substation Only) at Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY) in Portsmouth, Virginia.
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 Department of the Navy, NAVFACSYSCOM ATLANTIC, is soliciting proposals for the Military Construction Project (MILCON) P732 Design-Bid-Build, Electrical Distribution System Upgrades at the Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY) in Portsmouth, Virginia. This project, estimated between $100,000,000 and $250,000,000, involves significant infrastructure modernization. Proposals are due by March 18, 2026.
Scope of Work
This project focuses on upgrading the electrical distribution system, specifically at the Gosport Substation. Key tasks include:
- Replacing primary power service transformers, distribution switchgear, and connecting to existing feeders.
- Modernizing the existing electric Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system.
- Replacing and increasing capacity of Gosport Industrial Transformers, circuit breakers, and relay control house.
- Installing new climate-controlled, pre-engineered stainless-steel switchgear house at Gosport Tie Station.
- Demolishing Buildings 1532 and 1702.
- Installing two microtunnel railroad crossings for electrical ductbanks.
- The project requires specific brand-name Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) devices and HSQ SCADA products due to compatibility and critical infrastructure needs.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm Fixed Price Economic Price Adjustment.
- Period of Performance: 2190 calendar days (approximately 6 years) from Notice to Proceed.
- Estimated Value: $100,000,000 - $250,000,000.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted, Full and Open Competition.
- NAICS Code: 237130 (Power and Communication Line and Related Structures Construction), with a $45 Million small business size standard.
- Submission: Proposals must be submitted electronically via the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) platform. Bidders must register and obtain the "Proposal Manager" role.
Evaluation Factors
Award will be based on a Request for Proposal (RFP) under FAR Part 15. Evaluation will consider price and five non-price factors, with non-price factors collectively more important than price:
- Construction Experience
- Safety
- Schedule
- Small Business Participation (minimum 20% total small business subcontracting required)
- Past Performance
Key Attachments & Instructions
- Pre-Proposal Inquiries (PPIs): Must be submitted using the provided template (Attachment A).
- Experience & Past Performance: Bidders must complete Attachment B (Construction Experience Project Data) and, if CPARS are unavailable, Attachment C (Past Performance Questionnaire).
- Small Business Participation: All offerors must complete Attachment D (Historical Small Business Utilization) and Attachment E (Small Business Participation Commitment Document). Large businesses must also submit an Individual Small Business Subcontracting Plan (Attachment F).
- Pricing: Utilize Attachment G (Price Proposal Form) and Attachment I (P732 EPA Bid form) for pricing submissions.
- Wage Rates: Attachments J and K provide Davis-Bacon Act prevailing wage rates for Portsmouth, VA.
- Brand-Name Components: Justifications for brand-name SEL devices (Attachment M) and HSQ SCADA products (Attachment N) indicate specific requirements for these components.
Amendments & Important Notes
- Amendment 0004 revised the solicitation, removed the Project Labor Agreement (PLA) requirement, and extended the proposal due date to March 18, 2026.
- An organized site visit is scheduled for a TBD date; offerors are urged to inspect the site.
Contact Information
- Primary: Daniel Rocha, daniel.r.rocha2.civ@us.navy.mil
- Secondary: Jennifer W. McDonald, jennifer.w.mcdonald2.civ@us.navy.mil