Solicitation Notice: ERCIP Rock Island Arsenal Microgrid
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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 Army is soliciting proposals for the Energy Resilience Conservation Investment Program (ERCIP) Rock Island Arsenal Microgrid and Power project in Rock Island, IL. This Design-Bid-Build (DBB) construction project aims to establish a robust microgrid system to ensure sustained power for the Arsenal, particularly the Advanced Manufacturing Center of Excellence. The project magnitude is anticipated to be between $25 million and $100 million, expected at the upper end. This is a Full and Open procurement with HUBZone price evaluation preference. Proposals are due June 18, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time.
Scope of Work
The project involves the construction of a microgrid system at Rock Island Arsenal, integrating with the existing 2.8 MW hydroelectric power plant. Key components include:
- Installation of 14 MW of natural gas-fired Reciprocating Internal Combustion Engine (RICE) generators.
- Deployment of 3 MW of solar photovoltaic (PV) panels.
- Integration of a 400 kW/1.6 MWh Energy Storage System (ESS).
- Construction of a supporting facility and connection of new microgrid switchgear to Substation A.
- Relocation of hydroplant feeders and commissioning of the entire microgrid system.
- Installation and certification of required software for substation operation. Justifications for sole-source components include Schweitzer Electronic Laboratories (SEL) devices for protection relays, Mid-American Natural Gas Utility for gas service, Allen-Bradley SCADA system integration, and Simplex fire alarm panels for compatibility with existing infrastructure.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) construction contract.
- Estimated Value: Between $25 million and $100 million.
- NAICS Code: 237130, Power and Communication Line and Related Structures Construction ($45,000,000 size standard).
- Set-Aside: Full and Open, with HUBZone price evaluation preference.
- Period of Performance: Within 902 calendar days after receiving notice to proceed.
- Funding: Award is contingent upon the availability of appropriated funds (FY25 MILCON funding mentioned for some J&As).
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Method: Electronically through the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) Solicitation Module.
- Proposal Due Date: June 18, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time.
- Basis of Award: Best Value Trade-Off process, where non-price factors (Past Performance, Management Plan, Small Business Participation Plan) are approximately equal to price.
- Mandatory Requirements:
- Active SAM Registration.
- Current BASIC confidence level in the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS) for access to restricted documents.
- CMMC Level 2 (Self) is required prior to award for each contractor information system processing FCI/CUI. Offerors must submit CMMC UID(s) from SPRS. Failure to possess the required CMMC status will result in ineligibility for award.
- Bidder Inquiries: Submit through ProjNet as per solicitation instructions.
Key Dates
- Proposal Due Date: June 18, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time.
- Site Visit: A site visit was held on May 06, 2026. Attendance sheets are available.
Important Notes
Access to the full solicitation package, including drawings and specifications, is restricted due to Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and Federal Contract Information (FCI). Contractors must email the specified points of contact with their CAGE Code and UEI, confirming SAM registration and SPRS BASIC confidence level, to gain access within PIEE.