NASIC DISTRICT COOLING PLANT
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
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, W072 ENDIST LOUISVILLE, is soliciting proposals for the design and construction of a NASIC District Cooling Plant at Wright Patterson Air Force Base, OH. This is a Full and Open Procurement with a HUBZONE 10% Price Evaluation Preference. The estimated magnitude of construction is between $25,000,000.00 and $100,000,000.00. Proposals are due March 19, 2026, at 11:00 AM EST.
Scope of Work
This opportunity involves the design and construction of a new District Cooling Plant for the National Air and Space Intelligence Center (NASIC). The period of performance is 817 calendar days from the issuance of the Notice to Proceed. The project falls under NAICS Code 238220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) with a size standard of $19,000,000.
Key Amendments & Changes
This solicitation has undergone several amendments, with Amendment 0004 being the latest:
- Proposal Due Date: Extended to March 19, 2026, at 11:00 AM EST.
- Revised Clause: FAR 52.236-27 has been revised.
- Technical Revisions: Numerous specification sections and plan sheets have been revised or replaced. Key revised sections include General Environmental Protection, Special Security, Door Hardware, and Plumbing. Extensive updates to various plans cover site, grading, erosion control, utilities, electrical, fire suppression, landscape, mechanical, and structural elements.
- Site Visit: An organized site visit is scheduled for February 26, 2026, following a Pre-Proposal Meeting. Attendees must RSVP by February 24, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST to John.P.Hearn@usace.army.mil. Electronic devices are prohibited.
- Previous Amendments: Amendment 0003 removed requirements related to Paragraph 8.6 (Project Labor Agreement) and clauses 52.222-33 and 52.222-34. Amendment 0001 adjusted the Period of Performance to 817 calendar days.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Solicitation (Request for Proposal)
- Magnitude: $25,000,000.00 - $100,000,000.00
- NAICS Code: 238220 (Size Standard: $19,000,000)
- Set-Aside: Full and Open Procurement with HUBZONE 10% Price Evaluation Preference
- Proposal Due: March 19, 2026, 11:00 AM EST
- Published Date: February 11, 2026 (latest amendment published)
- Place of Performance: Wright Patterson Air Force Base, OH
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: CHASE ROST (chase.j.rost@usace.army.mil)
- Secondary Contact: Patrick Duggins (patrick.j.duggins@usace.army.mil)