REPAIR, RENOVATE PMEL
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 Air Force, Space Launch Delta 45, is soliciting bids for a Firm-Fixed-Price Construction Contract to Repair and Renovate the Precision Measurement Equipment Laboratory (PMEL) at Patrick Space Force Base, FL. This opportunity is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. Bids are due March 24, 2026.
Scope of Work
The project involves providing all labor, equipment, and materials to repair and construct the PMEL facility (Building 981) to meet Air Force Criteria for PMEL Design and Construction (FC 4-218-01F). Key tasks include replacing all air handling units (AHU) and associated control systems, and establishing an HVAC Emergency Shut-off per UFC 4-010-01 DoD Minimum Antiterrorism Standards for Buildings, Standard 18. All work must comply with State of Florida Building Codes and Wing Facility Excellence guidelines. Detailed architectural, engineering, structural, fire alarm, mechanical, and electrical drawings are provided.
Contract Details & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Construction Contract
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14)
- Period of Performance: 365 calendar days, beginning 10 days after Notice to Proceed (NTP). NTP will be issued within 30 days after award.
- Bid Due Date: March 24, 2026, at 11:00 PM EST (extended by Amendment 3).
- Bid Opening: March 24, 2026.
- Funding: Contingent upon the availability of appropriated funds. The Government reserves the right to cancel the invitation for bid without obligation to reimburse offerors.
Key Requirements & Compliance
Bidders must adhere to comprehensive technical specifications covering general requirements, concrete, thermal/moisture protection, finishes, HVAC, electrical, and electronic safety/security. Compliance with various industry standards (e.g., UFC, NFPA, ASTM) and specific safety/environmental protocols is mandatory. Required forms include a Green Purchasing Program Certification, Hazardous Waste Generation form (if applicable), and an SDVOSB Self-Performance Certification Worksheet (ensuring at least 25% of performance, excluding materials, by the prime or similarly situated entities). Wage rates are subject to the Davis-Bacon Act, as detailed in the provided Wage Determination for Brevard County, FL. Installation access requires a Badge Request form.
Important Notes
A pre-bid site visit was held on February 10, 2026. Questions were due by February 13, 2026, and Q&A responses are estimated to be posted the week of March 2, 2026. Liquidated damages will apply for contract delays. Points of Contact include Abigail Lynagh, Patricia A. Bates, Ricardo Diaz, and Frank Gillen.