SOURCES SOUGHT FOR IDIQ MACC FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION, REPAIR, AND RENOVATION OF VARIOUS DRY UTILITIES CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS AT VARIOUS GOVERNMENT INSTALLATIONS LOCATED IN CA, AZ, NV, UT, CO, AND NM
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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 Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) Southwest is conducting a Sources Sought market survey to identify qualified small businesses for a potential Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Multiple Award Construction Contract (MACC). This MACC will cover new construction, repair, and renovation of various dry utilities projects across government installations in California, Arizona, Nevada, Utah, Colorado, and New Mexico, with most work anticipated in California. The estimated total contract value is $750 million over a maximum five-year period. Responses are due by March 18, 2026.
Opportunity Details
This is a Sources Sought Synopsis, not a Request for Proposal, intended for market research to inform NAVFAC SW's acquisition strategy. The agency is specifically seeking Small Businesses, SBA certified 8(a) Businesses, SBA certified HUBZone Small Businesses, Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB), and/or Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB). The NAICS code is 237130 (Power and Communication Line and Related Structures Construction) with a $45 million small business size standard.
Scope of Work
The anticipated contract will involve Design-Build (DB) or Design-Bid-Build (DBB) for dry utilities construction. Projects may include, but are not limited to:
- Electrical distribution systems (including 15kV+ underground and overhead).
- Critical power systems (UPS, engine generators).
- Controls (PLC, SCADA, relays, microgrid).
- Exterior and airfield lighting systems.
- Communications and security systems.
- Grounding systems.
- Alternative energy structures (e.g., solar). Related work encompasses trenching, duct banks, cable/pipe/conduit laying, manholes, concrete equipment pads, footings, and integral utility structures like towers and substations.
Anticipated Contract Details
- Contract Type: IDIQ MACC
- Period of Performance: One 2-year base period and three 1-year option periods, for a maximum total of five years.
- Estimated Total Value: $750,000,000 for all contracts combined.
- Task Order Range: Estimated between $300,000 and $100,000,000.
Submission Requirements
Interested firms must respond using the provided "Sources Sought Information Forms" (available as separate attachments). Submissions, in PDF format, are due via email by March 18, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. PDT. Required information includes:
- Contractor Information: UEI, CAGE Code, contact details.
- Business Type: Small Business certifications (8(a), HUBZone, WOSB, SDVOSB).
- Bonding Capacity: Surety name, maximum per project, and aggregate maximum.
- CMMC Certification: Current level and expiration date, if applicable.
- Locations: Areas willing and capable to work.
- Experience: Minimum of three (3) and maximum of seven (7) recent (100% completed within 7 years, minimum $300,000) self-performed projects demonstrating:
- Microgrid experience (including control systems and island-mode testing).
- Construction project (dry utility scope only) of $35,000,000 or more.
- Design-Build dry utilities project.
- Underground electrical power distribution systems (15kV+).
- Overhead electrical power distribution systems (15kV+).
- Electrical substations (transformers, switchgear, control systems).
- Detailed project information for each, including self-performed work percentage.
- Safety Data: OSHA DART and TCR rates for 2021-2025, with explanations for high rates.
Cybersecurity Note
NAVFAC SW anticipates that solicitations issued on or after November 10, 2026, will require CMMC Level 2 certification or higher. Companies not certified at this level will not be eligible for contract award.
Response Information
Email responses to Britney Machado-Potestio at britney.l.machado-potestio.civ@us.navy.mil.