UNICOR ROOF AND HVAC REPLACEMENT - LEXINGTON
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 Prison Industries, Inc. (UNICOR), under the Department of Justice, is soliciting proposals for a Firm Fixed-Price Construction Type Contract for Roof and HVAC Replacement at FMC Lexington, KY. This opportunity is a Competitive 8(a) Set-Aside. The proposal deadline has been extended to May 05, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
This project involves the replacement of approximately 66,000 square feet of existing ballasted EPDM roofing with a new adhered TPO roofing system. The scope also includes the removal of skylights, filling of the roof deck, and installation of a non-penetrating ballasted fall protection railing system. Masonry re-pointing and concrete repairs will be performed on deteriorated walls and the upper balcony edge. Existing rooftop HVAC systems and controls, along with associated ductwork, will be replaced, with one Roof Top Unit (RTU) and its ductwork specifically removed from the scope per Amendment 00001. Additional tasks include asbestos abatement and mold remediation. Work must be completed within 265 days after receiving the notice to proceed.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price, Construction Type Contract
- Estimated Value: Between $5,000,000.00 and $10,000,000.00
- Set-Aside: Competitive 8(a) Business Development (BD) Program participants
- NAICS Code: 238160 (Roofing Contractors)
- Place of Performance: FMC Lexington, 3301 Leestown Rd, Lexington, KY, 40511
- Mandatory Site Visit: Conducted on March 24, 2026. Attendance was mandatory for award.
- Questions Due: March 31, 2026 (now passed). Government responses were provided in Amendment 00002.
- Proposal Due: May 05, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST (as extended by Amendment 00004).
Evaluation & Submission
Proposals will be evaluated based on technical capability, past performance, schedule, and cost. Technical capability, past performance, and schedule are significantly more important than cost. Offerors must hold prices firm for 90 calendar days. A Bid Bond (SF24) is required for offers over $150,000, with Performance and Payment Bonds required upon award for contracts exceeding $150,000. Offerors must acknowledge all amendments. The solicitation incorporates FAR 52.222-90, "Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors (APR 2026)." Personnel requiring access to the facility must complete a Criminal History Check form. Past Performance Questionnaires (PPQ) were due April 14, 2026.
Additional Notes
A secure laydown area within the UNICOR Warehouse is available. Wage determination for Fayette County, KY (KY20260090 D B) applies, outlining prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits. An ACH Vendor Enrollment Form is required for electronic payments.