PIP-II Main Ring Crossing Construction
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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 Energy (Fermilab - DOE Contractor) has issued a Solicitation for the PIP-II Main Ring Crossing Construction project, identified as ISD/Engineering project number 4-3-6A. This unrestricted, firm-fixed-price subcontract seeks qualified contractors to build the Main Ring Crossing at the Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory in Illinois. Proposals are due June 25, 2026, at 2:00 PM CDT.
Scope of Work
The project involves furnishing all necessary supervision, labor, materials, tools, and appurtenances for the construction of the PIP-II Main Ring Crossing. This comprehensive scope includes excavation, utility relocations, subsurface bearing conditions improvement, concrete foundations, floor slabs, retaining walls, electrical systems (including temporary lighting), plumbing systems (floor piping, underdrains, connections), architectural finishes, stairs, and extensive site work such as access roads, grading, and landscaping. The PIP-II project is crucial for upgrading Fermilab's accelerator complex to enable high-energy neutrino beams.
Contract Details & Requirements
This is an unrestricted, firm-fixed-price subcontract under NAICS code 236210 (All Other Specialty Trade Contractors) with a $39.5 million small business size standard. Key requirements include a Bid Guarantee (20% of bid, not exceeding $3 million), a Payment Bond for subcontracts over $35,000, and a Performance Bond for subcontracts over $150,000. A Small Business Subcontracting Plan is mandatory if the awardee is not a small business and the subcontract exceeds $750,000. Contractors must adhere to prevailing wage rates as per General Decision Number IL20260008 and meet extensive insurance requirements, including General Liability, Automobile Liability, Excess Liability, Workers' Compensation, Employer's Liability, and Contractor's Pollution Liability.
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals must be submitted in two separate parts: a Technical Proposal and a Business/Cost/Price Proposal, by June 25, 2026, 2:00 PM CDT. Evaluation will follow a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection process, considering management approach, technical approach, prior experience, and safety record. Offerors must submit an Injury/Illness Questionnaire, Subcontractor Annual Representations & Certifications (SARC), and Proposal Certifications covering various federal regulations. Questions are due by June 11, 2026, 4:00 PM CDT.
Pre-Proposal Meeting & Site Access
A Pre-Proposal Meeting and Site Visit is scheduled for June 2, 2026, at 10:00 AM CDT. Attendance is strongly recommended. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required for the site visit. To access the Fermilab site, offerors must be U.S. Citizens with a REAL ID and complete an Access Request form at least seven days in advance.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Michele Reynolds at micheler@fnal.gov or 630-840-2448.