Project Labor Agreement (PLA) Market Survey - Construction of Microgrid at Fort Sill, OK
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 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Louisville District has issued a Special Notice for a Project Labor Agreement (PLA) Market Survey regarding the Design-Bid-Build construction of a power generation and smart microgrid system at Fort Sill, Oklahoma. This survey seeks industry comments on the potential use of PLAs for this large-scale project (exceeding $35 million). Comments are due by February 5, 2026.
Purpose
This is a market survey to gather feedback from the construction community on the appropriateness and impact of requiring a Project Labor Agreement (PLA) for the upcoming microgrid construction project. No proposals are being requested or accepted at this time.
Project Scope
The project involves the Design-Bid-Build (D/B/B) construction of a power generation and smart microgrid system. The base scope includes a 10.3MW natural gas reciprocating internal combustion engine (RICE) power plant, distribution feeders, switchgear, SCADA system, and microgrid controls. The system is designed to provide 14 days of energy resilience to mission-critical functions at Fort Sill, capable of islanding from the grid and supporting critical facilities. Bid options include expanding to 18.0 MW with a second generator and adding two 2 MW/MWh Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
Information Requested
The government is soliciting comments on various aspects related to PLAs, including:
- Knowledge of PLA use in the local area for similar projects.
- Awareness of skilled labor shortages.
- Time-sensitive issues affecting project completion.
- Specific reasons why a PLA would or would not advance government interests in economy and efficiency.
- Likely cost impacts (positive or negative) of a PLA requirement on bid/proposal prices.
- Previous experience as a prime contractor with a PLA or submitting proposals with a PLA component.
- Intent to submit a proposal if a PLA is required or not required.
Submission Details
Comments must be submitted via email to Jacob Pridemore at Jacob.S.Pridemore@usace.army.mil.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice / Project Labor Agreement (PLA) Survey
- Response Due: February 5, 2026, by 1:00 PM Eastern Time
- Published: January 22, 2026
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
Additional Notes
This notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. The government is also interested in negative responses and recommendations to improve the competitive environment.