Replace Chillers 1, 2 & 3

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation, SOLICITATION NO. 15BBNF26B00000005, issued by the Federal Bureau of Prisons, Field Acquisitions Office, Grand Prairie, Texas, is for the replacement of Chillers 1, 2, & 3 at FDC Miami. This is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside.

• Bidders must submit a complete bid package including the SF-1442 (Solicitation, Offer, and Award), Commodity or Services Schedule, and an SF-24 Bid Bond.

• Specific sections of the solicitation (FAR Provisions 52.209-7, 52.209-13, 52.229-11) and Past Performance Information must be completed.

• Electronic bid submissions are required.

• Not explicitly stated, but implied to be a construction contract.

• Issue Date: December 19, 2025

• Bid Due Date: Thursday, January 29, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. CST

• Submission Method: Electronically via JEFS APP BOX (link provided).

• Bid Opening: Virtual, on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. CST.

• Evaluation: Award will be made to the responsible, apparent low bidder.

• 100% Small Business Set-Aside.

• Bidders must be registered in SAM.gov and meet the small business size standard for NAICS Code 238220.

• A pre-bid conference and site visit is scheduled for Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at 9:00 A.M. local time, at FDC MIAMI. Attendance is recommended.

• Criminal History Checks are required for pre-bid conference attendees.

• Questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted in WORD FORMAT to jkerchevall@bop.gov no later than Friday, January 9, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. CST.

• Past Performance Questionnaires and Banking Questionnaires are required and must be submitted by the bid due date.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the "Replace Chillers 1, 2, & 3" project at the Federal Detention Center in Miami, Florida. The government requires the contractor to provide all necessary materials, labor, and equipment to complete this project.

• Replacement of Chillers 1, 2, & 3.

• Work to be performed in accordance with the attached Statement of Work and Drawings.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: To be completed within 270 calendar days after award.

• Estimated Value: Between $1,000,000.00 and $5,000,000.00.

• Proposal Submission Deadline: January 29, 2026, at 13:00 US/Central time.

• Offers will be publicly opened at the time specified.

• Offers must be marked with offeror's name, address, solicitation number, and due date/time.

• Offers providing less than 90 calendar days for Government acceptance will be rejected.

• This solicitation is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• Offers will only be solicited from and award made to small business concerns.

• The contractor is responsible for all applicable federal, state, and local taxes. No tax exemption will be issued.

• Bid Bond (Standard Form 24) is required for bids over $150,000, with a penalty of 20% of the bid price or not to exceed $3,000,000.

• Performance and Payment Bonds (Standard Forms 25 and 25A) are required within 10 days after award for contracts over $150,000, each at 100% of the contract price.

• Required insurance includes Workers Compensation & Employer's Liability ($100,000), Comprehensive General Liability ($500,000 per occurrence), and Comprehensive Automobile Liability ($200,000 per person, $500,000 per occurrence bodily injury, $20,000 per occurrence property damage).

• A Pre-Construction Conference will be held prior to the start of construction.

• Submittals (shop drawings, product data, etc.) are required within 10 calendar days after commencement of work.

• Work hours are based on a normal 40-hour work week, Monday through Friday, excluding Federal holidays.

• Security clearances are required for all contractor employees working on-site. A 30-day period is included in the performance period for security clearances.

• A Schedule of Values (SOV) must be prepared and submitted for approval prior to the first payment application.

• Progress meetings will be conducted monthly.

• Contract closeout procedures are detailed, requiring submission of various documents prior to final payment.

• The solicitation incorporates numerous FAR clauses by reference, covering topics such as labor standards, safety, payment, and contract administration.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a General Decision Number (GDN) for wage determination for building construction projects in Miami-Dade County, Florida. It specifies the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to various construction laborers and mechanics on covered federal or federally funded construction projects. This information is crucial for bidders to accurately estimate labor costs and ensure compliance with federal regulations.

• General Decision Number: FL20250215 (Superseded: FL20240215)
• State: Florida
• County: Miami-Dade County
• Construction Type: Building (excluding single-family homes and apartments up to 4 stories).
• Applicable Executive Orders: Details the applicability of Executive Order 14026 (effective Jan 30, 2022) and Executive Order 13658 (effective Jan 1, 2015 - Jan 29, 2022) regarding minimum wage rates.
• Wage Rates and Fringes: Lists specific minimum hourly wage rates and fringe benefits for various classifications including:
  • Asbestos Worker/Heat & Frost Insulator
  • Carpenter (Piledriverman)
  • Elevator Mechanic
  • Operator (Backhoe/Excavator/Trackhoe, Concrete Pump, Crane, Forklift, etc.)
  • Ironworker (Structural, Ornamental, Reinforcing)
  • Plumber
  • Pipefitter
  • Sprinkler Fitter
  • Sheet Metal Worker
  • Cement Mason/Concrete Finisher
  • Electrician
  • Laborer (Common/General, Pipelayer)
  • Painter
  • Roofer
  • Tile Setter
  • Truck Driver
  • Welder
• Footnotes: Provide additional details on paid holidays, vacation pay credits, and higher minimum wage considerations under Executive Orders 14026 and 13658.
• Paid Sick Leave: Information on Executive Order 13706, Establishing Paid Sick Leave for Federal Contractors.
• Wage Determination Appeals Process: Outlines the procedures for appealing wage determinations.

Bidders must use this wage determination to calculate labor costs for their proposals. Failure to comply with these minimum wage and fringe benefit requirements can lead to non-compliance and potential disqualification. The document also highlights requirements for paid sick leave and the process for wage determination appeals, which are important for understanding contractor obligations.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Criminal History Check" form, specifically an "Authorization for Release of Information" required by the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP). It is used to obtain an individual's criminal history background as a prerequisite for entering or serving at a BOP facility, or for performing contractual services for the Federal Government.

The form requests the following personal information:

• Name (Last, First, Middle)
• Address
• Home Telephone Number
• Aliases/Nicknames
• Citizenship
• Social Security Number
• Date of Birth
• Sex, Race, Height, Weight, Color of Eyes, Color of Hair
• Place of Birth
• Applicant's Signature and Date

Bidders or individuals requiring access to BOP facilities or contractual services must complete this form accurately. Refusal to provide the necessary information may result in denial of entry, denial of volunteer/contract status, or termination of employment.

This form is critical for any individual or entity that will be performing work on-site at a Federal Bureau of Prisons facility or requiring access to such facilities as part of a contract. It is a mandatory step in the vetting process for personnel involved in federal contracts requiring such checks.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Standard Form 24 (Rev. 10/2023), a Bid Bond. It is used to guarantee that a bidder will enter into a contract and furnish any required performance or payment bonds if their bid is accepted. It serves as a bid guaranty.

• Principal: Information about the bidder (legal name, business address, type of organization).
• Surety(ies): Information about the surety company or companies providing the bond (name, business address, state of incorporation, liability limit).
• Penal Sum of Bond: The amount of the bond, expressed as a percentage of the bid price or a specific dollar amount.
• Bid Identification: Details such as Bid Date and Invitation Number.
• Obligation: Outlines the conditions under which the bond is voided (e.g., if the principal executes the contract and provides required bonds, or pays for procurement costs if they fail to do so).
• Conditions: Specifies that the Principal has submitted the bid.
• Instructions: Provides guidance on completing the form, including requirements for authorized signatories, surety approval, and the format of the penal sum.

Bidders must complete and submit this form if a bid guaranty is required for the opportunity. It ensures that the bidder is financially capable of entering into the contract and fulfilling its obligations. Failure to provide a valid bid bond may result in disqualification. The form requires specific information about the bidder and the surety company, and the penal sum must be calculated according to the solicitation's requirements.