Replace Fire Suppression- Multiple Locations
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) is conducting market research for a future firm-fixed-price construction contract to replace fire suppression systems at three institutions: FMC Fort Worth, TX; FCI Williamsburg, SC; and FCI Danbury, CT. This is a Sources Sought notice, not a solicitation. Responses to the attached questionnaire are due by April 27, 2026.
Purpose
This Sources Sought notice is issued for market research purposes only, in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 10. The FBOP aims to identify responsible entities capable of providing these services to inform a future solicitation.
Scope of Work
The project involves the comprehensive replacement of fire suppression systems at the specified BOP institutions, adhering to all applicable codes and standards. Contractors will be responsible for providing all necessary labor, materials, equipment, supervision, design, testing, and documentation. The anticipated performance period is 1,411 calendar days.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (anticipates future Firm Fixed-Price construction contract)
- NAICS: 238220 (Small Business Size Standard: $19 million)
- Set-Aside: None specified at this market research stage.
- Response Due: April 27, 2026
- Published: April 21, 2026
Response Requirements
Interested contractors must:
- Complete and email the attached Market Research Questionnaire to Patrick Ford (pford@bop.gov).
- Add their firm's name to the Interested Vendors List for this posting on SAM.gov (requires login).
- Be registered in SAM.gov and possess NAICS code 238220.
Key Information Requested
The questionnaire seeks information on vendor capabilities, business size (Small/Large), eligibility for small business programs (e.g., 8(a), WOSB, HUBZone, VOSB, SDVOSB), subcontracting levels, suitability of the estimated performance period, proposal preparation time, industry recommendations, estimated pricing range, and bonding capacity.