Replacement of Air-Conditioning (AC) Cooling System and Upgrade of Distribution Board (DB) for Server Room
Overview
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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 U.S. Embassy Singapore is seeking quotations for the Replacement of the Air-Conditioning (AC) Cooling System and Upgrade of the Distribution Board (DB) in its server room. This Firm Fixed-Price contract aims to ensure reliable power delivery, mitigate overload risks, and support high-performance server equipment. Quotations are due by January 28, 2026, at 16:30 Singapore Time.
Scope of Work
The project involves two main parts:
- Electrical Power Distribution Upgrade: This includes supplying and installing a 100A Square D Molded Case Circuit Breaker (MCCB) in the Level 3 Distribution Board, installing galvanized steel trunking from Level 3 to Level 4, supplying and installing 100A-rated XLPE/PVC insulated copper cabling, and installing a 100A metalclad isolator in the Level 4 Server Room. All installations require site surveys, testing (continuity, insulation resistance, trip settings), and inspection by a Licensed Electrical Worker (LEW) with megger testing.
- Air Conditioning System Replacement: This requires replacing the existing package unit AC system with a new Stulz CyberAir Precision Cooling CRAC Unit (Model: ASD 472 ACW or equivalent). The new unit must be designed for high-precision, chilled water cooling suitable for the server room's heat load, include a 9 kW single-stage electrical reheat system, and integrate with the Building Management System (BMS) for alarms. Fire, smoke, and water detectors must be installed and integrated, with the CRAC unit configured for automatic shutdown via external fire alarm. Electrical and mechanical works, including removal of the old unit, new wiring, and ductwork/piping modifications, are also part of the scope.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.
- Period of Performance: Work is to commence within 7 calendar days of award and be completed within 30 calendar days of the notice to proceed. A one-year maintenance period follows installation and commissioning.
- Liquidated Damages: SGD $5,000 for each calendar day of delay.
- Currency: Singapore Dollars (SGD).
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Questions Due: January 5, 2026, at 13:00 SGT.
- Site Visit: Scheduled for January 12, 2026, at 15:00 (3pm) local time. Particulars for attendance must be submitted by January 7, 2025.
- Quotations Due: January 28, 2026, at 16:30 Singapore Time.
Evaluation & Eligibility
Award will be made to the lowest priced, acceptable, responsible quoter. Evaluation factors include compliance with RFQ terms, ability to meet the performance period, a satisfactory record of integrity, necessary organization/experience/skills, equipment/facilities, and eligibility. Mandatory Requirements:
- Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) prior to submission.
- Compliance with DOSAR 652.242-73 mandates that vendors possess necessary licenses and permits to conduct business in Singapore, including a tax identification number.
- Proof of Defense Base Act (DBA) Insurance is required.
Place of Performance
The work will be performed at 27 Napier Road, Singapore.
Submission Requirements
Electronic quotations, with the subject "RFQ to replace the air-condition (AC) cooling system and upgrade the distribution board (DB) in the server room," must be submitted to SGProcurementRFQ@state.gov. Submissions must include SF-1442, Section A Pricing, Section L Representations and Certifications, additional information as required in Section J, and proof of SAM Registration. Files should be in MS-Word, MS-Excel, or Adobe Acrobat (pdf) format, not exceeding 30MB per email.