N--NM-SW NATIVE ARC-EHERNET REWIRE

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This Request for Quotation (RFQ) seeks proposals for the re-wiring of five buildings at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Southwestern Native Aquatic Resources and Recovery Center in Dexter, NM. The project involves replacing old and broken internal building wiring (CAT 3 cabling) with current construction standards of CAT 6a.

• Removal of old CAT 3 ethernet cables.

• Installation of new CAT 6a ethernet cables adhering to IRTM Standards.

• Cabling to be run through walls, ceilings, and other designated pathways, utilizing conduits or cable trays.

• Proper termination and punch-down of cables at patch panels, wall jacks, and other connection points.

• Testing and certification of all installed cables.

• Provision of documentation including Network Diagrams, Port Inventory, and Cable Labeling.

• Cleanup of all debris and waste materials.

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed price contract.

• Period of Performance: May 25, 2026, to November 24, 2026.

• Quote Validity: At least 60 days from the date specified for receipt of quotations.

• Questions Due: Monday, May 11, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST.

• Quotes Due: Monday, May 18, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST.

• Submission Method: Via email to melissa_niemi@fws.gov.

• Technical Proposals: Two volumes (Volume I - Technical, Volume II - Price), not exceeding 15 pages each (excluding cover page, appendix, or separate pricing volume).

• Evaluation Factors: Technical Approach (Factor 1), Past Performance (Factor 2), and Price (Factor 3). Non-pricing factors are considered more important than price.

• The RFQ does not explicitly state a small business set-aside.

• The attached Statement of Work (SOW) and FWS Agency Specific Requirements for IT Infrastructure provide additional details.

• Vendors are encouraged to offer discounted prices as the government intends to award without discussions.

Amendment / Modification

This document is Amendment 0002 to Solicitation 140F1S2600041, with an effective date of 04/27/2026. It extends the hour and date specified for the receipt of offers.

• Item 9B (Dated) has been updated to 04/27/2026.

• Item 11 (This Item Only Applies to Amendments of Solicitations) indicates that the solicitation is amended and the receipt of offers is extended.

• Bidders must acknowledge receipt of this amendment.

• Offers must be submitted by the new hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended by this document.

• Failure to acknowledge receipt may result in offer rejection.

• Changes to offers already submitted are permitted via letter or electronic communication, provided they reference the solicitation and this amendment and are received prior to the opening hour and date.

Amendment / Modification

This document is Amendment 0001 to Solicitation 140F1S2600041, with an effective date of April 27, 2026. It extends the hour and date specified for the receipt of offers.

• Item 9A: Amendment of Solicitation Number

• Item 9B: Dated (referencing the original solicitation date)

• The amendment extends the deadline for offer receipt. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the specified hour and date to avoid rejection. Changes to submitted offers are permitted via letter or electronic communication, provided they reference the solicitation and amendment numbers and are received before the new opening hour and date.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Southwestern Native Aquatic Resources and Recovery Center in Dexter, NM. The requirement is to re-wire five buildings on site that have old and broken internal building wiring (CAT 3 cabling) and upgrade everything to current construction standards (CAT 6a). A Statement of Work (SOW) is attached for additional details.

• Re-wiring of 5 buildings.

• Upgrade to CAT 6a construction standards.

• Detailed technical approach and understanding of the SOW.

• Demonstration of satisfactory or better past performance on similar projects (size, scope, complexity) within the last three years (minimum three examples).

• The Government contemplates award of a firm-fixed price contract.

• Questions Due: Monday, May 4, 2026, 12:00 PM EST. Submit via email to melissa_niemi@ios.doi.gov.

• Site Visits: Available Monday-Friday, 6:30 AM - 4 PM, from April 29, 2026, to May 4, 2026.

• Quotes Due: Monday, May 11, 2026, 5:00 PM EST. Submit via email to melissa_niemi@ios.doi.gov.

• Quote Validity: At least 60 days from the date specified for receipt of quotations.

• Technical Proposals: Must be in two separate volumes, not exceeding 15 pages (excluding cover page, appendix, pricing volume).

  • Volume I: Technical (Factor 1 & 2) - Address non-price factors, technical approach, and past performance.
  • Volume II: Price (Factor 3) - Include cost of requested services.

• Evaluation Factors: Quotes will be evaluated based on:

  1. Technical Approach and Understanding of SOW
  2. Past Performance
  3. Price

• Basis of Award: Award will be made to the responsible vendor whose quote is most advantageous to the Government, providing the best value. Non-pricing features are considered more important than price. The Government may reject any or all quotes.

Not specified in this document.

• Vendors are encouraged to offer discounted prices.
• The Government intends to evaluate quotes and award without discussions, so initial quotes should contain best terms.
• The Government reserves the right to conduct discussions if deemed necessary.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the re-wiring of 5 buildings at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Southwestern Native Aquatic Resources and Recovery Center in Dexter, NM. The project involves upgrading old and broken internal building wiring from CAT 3 cabling to current construction standards of CAT 6a.

• Removal of old CAT 3 ethernet cables.

• Installation of new CAT 6a ethernet cables adhering to IRTM Standards.

• Running cables through walls, ceilings, and other designated pathways, utilizing conduits or cable trays.

• Proper termination and punch-down of cables at patch panels, wall jacks, and other connection points.

• Cabling Assessment & Planning: Comprehensive site survey, identification of current network layout, device locations, and areas requiring cabling replacement or addition, and development of a detailed network map.

• Testing & Certification: Provision of certification documentation of test results, including a cable map and labeling scheme.

• Labeling & Documentation: Clear labeling of all cables, and updating network documentation.

• Cleanup: Removal of all debris and waste materials.

• Deliverables include Network Diagrams, Port Inventory, and Cable Labeling documentation.

• Period of Performance: May 18, 2026, to November 17, 2026.

• Quotations must be submitted by close of business on May 11, 2026, at 1700 ED.

• The document references "Statement of Work (SOW) for additional details" and "FWS Agency Specific Requirements for IT Infrastructure" which will likely contain evaluation criteria.

• The RFQ is not explicitly marked as a Small Business Set-Aside.

• The document includes numerous FAR clauses and DIAR clauses incorporated by reference, covering various aspects of contract performance, compliance, and reporting.

• Government-Furnished Equipment (GFE) includes a Cisco C9200L Switch, Meraki Wi-Fi 6 Indoor APs, Meraki mGig PoE Injectors, antennas, LTU client radios, and an MS 130 switch.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Southwestern Native Aquatic Resources and Recovery Center in Dexter, NM. The requirement is to re-wire five buildings on-site, upgrading existing internal building wiring from CAT 3 cabling to current construction standards of CAT 6a.

• Removal of existing internal building wiring (CAT 3).

• Installation of new CAT 6a cabling.

• The scope of work is detailed in an attached Statement of Work (SOW).

• Period of Performance: 05/18/2026 to 11/17/2026.

• Quotations must be submitted to the issuing office (Block 5a) on or before 05/11/2026 at 1700 ED.

• The RFQ number is 140F1S2600041.

• This RFQ is not a small business set-aside.

• Bidders are instructed to "Please see the attached Statement of Work (SOW) for additional details."

• If unable to quote, bidders should indicate so on the form and return it.