Amendment 0001- Design-Bid-Build RFP for Construct Central Energy Plant, Fort Hood, TX
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Army, Fort Worth District (USACE) has issued Amendment 0001 to the Design-Bid-Build Request for Proposals (RFP) for the construction of a Central Energy Plant at Fort Hood, TX. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The amendment modifies various sections and drawings of the original solicitation but does not extend the proposal due date of June 12, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for a Design-Bid-Build contract to construct a Central Energy Plant. Amendment 0001 details specific modifications to the project's technical specifications and drawings. These include updates to fencing requirements (transitioning to high-security fences), revisions to interior distribution systems, and adjustments to electrical power plans for equipment like air compressors. The overall scope involves construction activities related to miscellaneous buildings (PSC Y1JZ).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Design-Bid-Build RFP)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: June 12, 2026, 7:00 PM ET
- Amendment Published: May 27, 2026
Amendment 0001 Details
Amendment 0001 to solicitation W9126G26RA020 introduces several key changes:
- Revised Documentation: Updates to the Table of Contents and Submittal Register.
- Specification Changes:
- Added FAR 52.215-1 "Instructions to Offerors-Competitive Acquisition" to Section 00 21 00.
- Replaced Section 00 21 16 (Instructions, Conditions, and Notices to Offerors) and Section 26 20 00 (Interior Distribution System).
- Deleted Section 07 27 36 (Spray Foam Air Barriers) and Section 32 31 13 (Chain Link Fences and Gates).
- Added Section 32 31 13.53 (High-Security Fences (Chain Link and Ornamental) and Gates).
- Drawing Updates:
- Drawing C-503 (Paving Details III) updated with Details G1 and L1.
- Drawing EP101 (Power Plan) updated to include a 480/277V 3-P 20A circuit for the air compressor and a safety disconnect.
- Drawing EP701 (Panel Schedule 1) updated to add a 480/277V 3-P 20A circuit for the air compressor. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment, and any changes to submitted offers must reference the solicitation and amendment numbers. The solicitation due date remains unchanged.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Rodney Alexander at Rodney.d.alexander@usace.army.mil or 817-886-1090.