REPLACE CONDENSATE TANK SYSTEM
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 Federal Bureau of Prisons (FBOP) anticipates issuing solicitation 15B40126Q00000010 for a Firm-Fixed-Price construction contract to replace the condensate tank system at the Metropolitan Correctional Center (MCC) Chicago, IL. This is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. The solicitation is expected to be released on or about March 02, 2026.
Scope of Work
The project requires furnishing all equipment, materials, and labor for the complete replacement of the existing condensate system at MCC Chicago. This includes two raised horizontal condensate receiver atmospheric tanks (built in 1975, one currently leaking), three condensate pumps, and all associated pipework. The work will be performed during non-winter months to minimize steam demand disruption.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Pre-solicitation for a Firm-Fixed-Price construction contract
- Estimated Magnitude: Between $100,000 and $250,000 (per FAR 36.204)
- NAICS: 238220 - Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning Contractors
- Small Business Size Standard: $19 million
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business Set-Aside
- Performance Period: 155 calendar days from the issuance of the Notice to Proceed
- Anticipated Solicitation Release: On or about March 02, 2026
- Published: February 06, 2026
Additional Notes
This is a pre-solicitation synopsis and not an invitation for bids. The solicitation will be distributed solely through SAM.gov. Interested parties are responsible for continuously monitoring SAM.gov for the solicitation and any amendments. An active SAM.gov registration is required for accessing secured documents and for contract award. For inquiries, contact John Burns at j1burns@bop.gov or 312-322-0567.