Underground Utilities Locator-recompete

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding the solicitation for utility locating services at Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield (HAAF).

• Submission Deadline: Confirms the official quote due date is January 22, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. EST.
• Contract Type: Clarifies the contract will be a single Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contract, not an IDIQ, and will not involve separate task orders.
• Period of Performance: Confirms a 12-month base period followed by four 12-month option periods, with the potential use of FAR 52.217-8 for a six-month extension.
• CUI Applicability: States that all offerors will follow DFARS 252.205-7012 guidance for CUI applicability and compliance.
• Key Personnel: Identifies only the Project Manager (PM) as Key Personnel, unless otherwise specified in the PWS.
• Scope: Confirms the geographic scope covers approximately 280,000 acres encompassing Fort Stewart, HAAF, and associated areas, with no additional off-installation areas included unless specified.
• Traffic Control: States the contractor is responsible for maintaining safe work zones and traffic flow, and must furnish necessary devices, signage, and personnel if traffic control measures are required, complying with MUTCD.
• Excavation Permits: Clarifies that the Directorate of Public Works (DPW) retains full approval authority for excavation permits; the contractor's role is limited to providing utility locating services and technical input.
• Existing Utility Prints: Confirms the Government maintains existing utility records for Fort Stewart and HAAF, accessible through DPW's established processes.
• Survey/Geospatial Deliverables: States that survey-grade data collection or GIS/CAD deliverables are not required; daily locate ticket documentation is the primary deliverable.
• 811 Membership Fee: Confirms the Annual Membership Fee CLIN covers the contractor's required membership with Georgia 811, but other costs for receiving/processing tickets must be included in the Locate Utilities CLIN.

These clarifications address specific vendor questions, providing greater detail on submission requirements, contract structure, performance expectations, and operational procedures. Bidders should review these responses to ensure their proposals accurately reflect the government's requirements.

Other / Unclassified

This document outlines an opportunity for non-federal entities (NFEs) to collaborate with Sandia National Laboratories (operated by National Technology & Engineering Solutions of Sandia - NTESS) through a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA).

NTESS, as a Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC), is available to partner with businesses, industry, non-profits, universities, government agencies, and other national labs. The CRADA mechanism facilitates collaborative research, allowing participants to leverage Sandia's extensive talent, capabilities, and unique technologies. This collaboration aims to improve products/technologies for commercialization, advance academic research, and enhance national security.

Potential bidders should note that this is an invitation to explore collaboration opportunities rather than a solicitation for a specific service or product. It highlights the benefits of partnering with Sandia, including access to advanced technologies and expertise. Interested parties are encouraged to submit expressions of interest. The document also lists keywords related to potential research areas such as Bioscience, Computing and Information, Engineering, Earth Science, Materials, Nanodevices, Microsystems, Radiation, and Electrical.

Primary Point of Contact: CRADA Team Email: CRADA@sandia.gov

Other / Unclassified

This document is a brochure detailing Cooperative Research and Development Agreements (CRADAs) offered by Sandia National Laboratories. It explains what a CRADA is, what makes them possible, and the benefits for participants. It also outlines the process for getting started, funding mechanisms (funds-in and in-kind contributions), and intellectual property considerations. The brochure includes contact information for further inquiries and highlights specific facilities like the Scaled Wind Farm Technology (SWIFT) facility.

This document is relevant to potential bidders as it describes a mechanism for collaboration with Sandia National Laboratories. It informs interested parties about how to partner with Sandia for research and development, the types of collaborations available, the requirements for participation (including funding and intellectual property), and the general process for establishing a CRADA. This helps potential bidders understand how they might engage with Sandia on future opportunities or joint research initiatives.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "REGISTER OF WAGE DETERMINATIONS UNDER THE SERVICE CONTRACT ACT" issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, Wage and Hour Division. It provides the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to various classes of laborers and mechanics employed on covered federal contracts. Bidders must use this information to ensure compliance with wage and hour laws when preparing their proposals.

• Wage Determination Number: 2015-4485, Revision No. 38, Dated 07/08/2023.
• Applicability: Applies to contracts entered into on or after January 30, 2022, or renewed/extended on or after January 30, 2022. Also applies to contracts awarded on or between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022, and extended on or after January 30, 2022.
• Executive Order 14026: Generally applies to contracts entered into on or after January 30, 2022, requiring a minimum wage of at least $17.75 per hour (or applicable rate if higher).
• Executive Order 13658: Generally applies to contracts awarded on or between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022, and extended on or after January 30, 2022, requiring a minimum wage of at least $13.30 per hour (or applicable rate if higher).
• Occupational Classifications: Lists numerous occupations with corresponding minimum hourly wage rates and footnotes indicating potential additional benefits or requirements.
• Benefits: Includes Health & Welfare benefits of $5.55 per hour (or $5.09 under EO 13706) and paid sick leave provisions under EO 13706.
• Conformance Process: Outlines the procedure for conforming unlisted occupations to the wage determination.

This document is critical for bidders as it establishes the minimum wage and benefit requirements for all laborers and mechanics employed on the contract. Failure to comply with these wage determinations can lead to contract violations and penalties. Bidders must carefully review the listed occupations and their corresponding rates to accurately estimate labor costs in their proposals and ensure compliance throughout the contract performance period.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for non-personal services to provide Base Operation and Support Services for the U.S. Army Garrison Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield, Georgia. The primary objective is for the Contractor to properly identify all underground utilities and ensure all work meets maintenance and repair standards consistent with original equipment manufacturer recommendations, and all applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations.

• Provide all personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, materials, and supervision necessary for utility location services.

• Responsible for providing all parts required for Preventive Maintenance (PMs) and Demand Maintenance (DMs).

• Perform work throughout the entire area occupied by Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield.

• Conduct business Monday through Friday, 0700 to 1600, excluding Federal holidays or installation closures. A 24/7 Work Reception will be operated for Demand Maintenance Orders and customer requests outside standard hours.

• Restore any damaged landscape features or irrigation systems to their original state at no cost to the Government.

• Work must meet all maintenance and repair standards consistent with original equipment manufacturer recommendations and applicable laws/regulations.

• Performance will be evaluated based on the Government's Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP).

• Specific performance objectives include locating utilities with varying accuracy levels (e.g., 99% for utilities encased in metal piping, secondary electrical service, low-voltage wiring, and non-metallic piping greater than 3 inches in diameter).

• The work will be performed throughout the entire area occupied by Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield, Georgia.

• The PWS does not explicitly state a period of performance, but references contract award and updates.

• Non-personal services contract; Government will not exercise supervision or control over service providers.

• Contractor must obtain all necessary licenses and permits.

• Contractor must comply with all safety, security, environmental, and ethical conduct requirements.

• Key personnel include a Project Manager with specific experience in utility locating and Underground Radar Systems.

• Contractor must maintain a Quality Control Plan (QCP) and submit it for acceptance.

• Specific training requirements include Antiterrorism (AT) Level I, iWATCH, and Operational Security (OPSEC) Awareness Training for all employees requiring access to installations.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation, W9124M26RA001, is for Utility Locating Services on a "Recompete" basis. The government is procuring these services to ensure the identification and marking of underground utilities.

• Locate Utilities (firm fixed price, monthly)

• Annual Membership Fee (firm fixed price, each)

• Services are to be performed at Fort Stewart, GA.

• The solicitation is for a "Recompete" of Utility Locating Services.

• The period of performance for the base contract and options spans from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2031, with potential for an additional 6-month extension.

• The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 561990, with a size standard of $16,500,000.00.

• Offer Due Date: January 22, 2026, 04:00 PM Local Time.

• Offers must be submitted via email to the Contracting Officer and Contract Specialist.

• Questions regarding the RFQ are due by January 19, 2026, 02:00 PM ET.

• The evaluation will be based on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection process.

• Evaluation factors include Technical Capability, Past Performance, and Price. Technical and Past Performance combined are equal to Price.

• Quotes must be submitted on SF 1449.

• Volume I (RFQ Documents and Price Quote) has no page limit (PDF).

• Volume II (Technical Capability) is limited to 5 pages (PDF/11 size font and Times New Roman).

• Volume III (Past Performance) is limited to 5 pages (PDF/11 size font and Times New Roman).

• Offerors must submit three relevant past performance contracts within the last three years.

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• The contract includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses, including those related to Service Contract Labor Standards, Payment Instructions (WAWF), Representations and Certifications, and Buy American provisions.

• The contract is incrementally funded, with an allotment schedule to be provided.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for non-personal services to perform underground utilities locator services for U.S. Army Garrison at Hunter Army Airfield (HAAF) & Fort Stewart (FS), Georgia. The services are for the Directorate of Public Works (DPW). The government will not exercise supervision or control over the contractor's service providers. The contractor will provide all necessary personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, materials, supervision, and other items and non-personal services as defined in the Performance Work Statement (PWS). The contractor is responsible for providing all parts for Preventive Maintenance (PMs) and Demand Maintenance (DMs).

• Perform underground utilities locator services.

• Provide all personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, materials, supervision, and other items and non-personal services.

• Provide all parts required for Preventive Maintenance (PMs) and Demand Maintenance (DMs).

• Comply with standards specified in the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

• Contract type: Not explicitly stated, but implied to be a commercial item contract.

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated.

• This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; offers are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

• Offerors must submit this document and the solicitation completed fully.

• Solicitation Number: W9124M-26-R-A001

• Solicitation Issue Date: 08 Jan 2026

• Quotes due no later than 04:00 PM Eastern Time (EST), 22 Jan 2026.

• Quotes must be submitted via e-mail to the listed point of contact.

• Offerors are directed to pay special attention to addendum FAR Clause 52.212-1 and 52.212-2.

• Evaluation criteria: Not explicitly stated, but implied to be in FAR Clause 52.212-2.

• This requirement is a Small Business set-aside.

• North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code: 561990 All Other Support Services.

• Small Business Size Standard: $16.5 million.

• The solicitation document and incorporated clauses and provisions are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular FAC 2024-02, effective 22 January 2024.

• Offerors must acknowledge receipt of amendments to the Solicitation.