PLA – Elevated Water Storage Tanks, Kolekole & East Range, Schofield Barracks, Oahu, Hawaii
Overview
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Place of Performance
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PSC
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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 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Honolulu District, has issued a Special Notice to gather feedback from the construction community regarding the potential use of Project Labor Agreements (PLAs) for a large-scale Design-Build construction project at Schofield Barracks, Oahu, Hawaii. This market survey aims to inform the government's decision on whether to pursue an exception to the mandatory PLA requirement for this specific project. Responses are due by February 18, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Hawaii Standard Time (HST).
Project Scope
The project involves the Design-Build construction of elevated potable water storage tanks at Kolekole and East Range, Schofield Barracks. Each tank will have a 500,000-gallon capacity. The scope also includes a booster pump station, potable water distribution lines, special foundations, redundant power systems, and comprehensive mechanical and electrical service distribution. Facility designs must integrate advanced building systems such as SCADA communications, Energy Monitoring Control Systems (EMCS), fire protection, and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS, adhering to DoD Cybersecurity standards, Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection (AT/FP) regulations, and Low Impact Design (LID) for stormwater management.
PLA Context & Purpose
PLAs are pre-hire collective bargaining agreements mandated for federal construction projects exceeding $35 million, as per Executive Order (E.O.) 14063 and FAR Case 2022-003, effective January 22, 2024. The government is seeking information to assess if mandatory PLA use for this project will support economy and efficiency, foster adequate competition, and align with applicable statutes. Input is requested from unionized and non-unionized contractors, as well as those with federal market experience or new entrants.
Information Requested
Respondents are asked to address 10 specific questions covering topics such as willingness to submit proposals with a PLA, anticipated time for proposal submission, market share of union labor in Hawaii, local PLA use on similar projects, skilled labor shortages, time-sensitive issues, and how PLAs might advance or hinder federal interests in procurement. General support or opposition to labor unions will not be considered.
Submission Details
Responses must be submitted via email to Ms. Christie Lee (christie.s.lee@usace.army.mil) and Ms. Jennifer Ko (jennifer.i.ko@usace.army.mil) by February 18, 2026, 2:00 p.m. HST. The Notice Identification Number, W9128A-26-Z-0008, must be included in the email subject line.
Important Note
This is a market survey for planning purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Proposal or an obligation on the part of the Government. No contract will be awarded based on this survey, and no payment will be made for the information provided.