Replace Federal Pacific Panels, Smith Hall, U.S. Coast Guard Academy New London, CT (New London County) Project No. 27641871

The Invitation for Bid (IFB) 70Z0G126BCGA0TL02, issued by the U.S. Coast Guard, seeks contractors to replace approximately 22 Federal Pacific electric panels in Smith Hall at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy in New London, CT. This 100% Total Small Business Set-aside project, estimated between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000, requires contractors to provide all necessary labor, materials, and equipment while maintaining power. Key dates include a questions due date of December 17, 2025, and bids due by January 6, 2026. The contract requires a 20% bid guarantee, 100% performance and payment bonds, and commencement of work within 10 calendar days of notice to proceed, with completion by December 31, 2026. Funds are not currently available, and the government reserves the right to cancel the solicitation. Contractors must comply with various federal regulations, including those concerning labor standards, insurance, and electronic payment submissions via the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP).

Standard Form 24 (SF 24) is a bid bond form used in federal government contracting to guarantee that a bidder will enter into a contract if their bid is accepted. It outlines the obligations of the Principal (bidder) and Surety(ies) to the United States Government. The bond ensures that if the Principal fails to execute required contractual documents and provide further bonds after bid acceptance, they will compensate the Government for any increased costs in procuring the work. The form also details conditions regarding extensions of bid acceptance time, the penal sum of the bond, and specific instructions for completing the form, including requirements for corporate and individual sureties. This document is crucial for ensuring contractor responsibility and financial security in government procurements, covering construction, supplies, or services.

The U.S. Coast Guard Academy in New London, CT, is undertaking Project No. 27641871 to replace Federal Pacific electrical panels in Smith Hall. This project involves a comprehensive overhaul of existing electrical infrastructure, including switchboards, motor control centers, transformers, and associated feeders. Beyond electrical work, the scope extends to significant architectural modifications such as the removal of a reinforced concrete low wall, wood cap, terrazzo cove base, and existing vertical lift, followed by the installation of a new curved monumental stair and an inclined wheelchair lift system. The project emphasizes strict adherence to safety protocols, including OSHA requirements, hot work permits, and confined space procedures. Work is restricted to specific hours and dates, with coordination required to minimize disruption to government personnel. The contractor must manage waste according to federal and state environmental laws and provide comprehensive documentation, including schedules, submittals, and daily reports. Quality assurance, product requirements, and a one-year warranty on construction are also critical components of this extensive renovation.

This government file details an electrical infrastructure upgrade project broken into five work packages. The project involves installing a new emergency power distribution system, including a generator connection box, transfer switch, and standby distribution panel to support critical equipment across various floors. It also covers replacing and relocating transformers S2 and S5 in the basement to improve ventilation and working clearances. A significant phase involves a 7-day building shutdown to replace the existing main switchgear and service entrance feeders. Further work includes replacing the Motor Control Center in the penthouse with a 600-ampere power panel and upgrading/replacing remaining electrical panels and feeders throughout the building, often requiring retrofit kits and off-hours scheduling to minimize disruption. The project emphasizes strict adherence to national electrical codes, safety regulations, and extensive coordination with the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) for all planning, staging, and execution.

General Decision Number: CT20250024 outlines prevailing wage rates for building construction projects in New London County, Connecticut, effective August 15, 2025. This decision supersedes CT20240024 and excludes single-family homes or apartments up to four stories. It mandates adherence to the Davis-Bacon Act and relevant Executive Orders, specifying minimum wage rates of $17.75 per hour for contracts entered into on or after January 30, 2022 (EO 14026) and $13.30 per hour for contracts awarded between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022 (EO 13658). These rates are subject to annual adjustment. The document details wage and fringe benefit rates for various trades, including insulators, bricklayers, carpenters, electricians, elevator mechanics, power equipment operators, ironworkers, laborers, painters, plumbers, roofers, sheet metal workers, and truck drivers. It also references Executive Order 13706, requiring paid sick leave for federal contractors. The file provides guidance on wage determination appeals, distinguishing between union, union average, survey, and state-adopted rates.

Amendment 00001 to Solicitation 70Z0G126BCGA0TL02, dated December 3, 2025, revises the site visit details and extends the deadline for pre-bid inquiries. The organized site visit for Smith Hall is rescheduled for Tuesday, December 16, 2025, from 13:00 to 16:00. Attendees must RSVP to Teresa.L.Lamphere2@uscg.mil and Ethan.A.Geurtsen@uscg.mil by close of business on Monday, December 15, 2025. The deadline for pre-bid inquiries has been extended to close of business on December 23, 2025, with responses to be issued in a separate amendment. The bid opening date remains January 6, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged. This amendment is issued by the USCG Civil Engineering Unit Providence and requires acknowledgment with bid submissions.

The General Decision Number CT20250024 outlines prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for building construction projects in New London County, Connecticut, excluding single-family homes and apartments up to four stories. Effective December 12, 2025, this document details hourly rates and fringes for various trades, including insulators, bricklayers, carpenters, electricians, elevator mechanics, power equipment operators, ironworkers, laborers, painters, plumbers, pipefitters, roofers, sheet metal workers, and truck drivers. It also includes important notes on Executive Orders 13706 and 13658, concerning paid sick leave and minimum wage for federal contractors, respectively. The file further provides guidance on identifying union, union average, survey, and state-adopted wage rates, and details the appeals process for wage determinations through the Department of Labor.

Amendment 00005 to solicitation 70Z0G126BCGA0TL02 addresses a pre-bid inquiry regarding electrical panels LB-9 through LB-15. The amendment clarifies that all LB panels and their associated feeders are to remain, overriding a previous hex note on drawing E-108 that indicated replacement. The bid opening date for the solicitation remains January 20, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. This amendment ensures clarity for bidders and prevents unnecessary work related to the electrical panels.

Amendment 00003 to Solicitation No. 70Z0G126BCGA0TL02, effective December 31, 2025, extends the bid opening date to January 13, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Issued by the USCG Civil Engineering Unit Providence, this amendment incorporates General Decision Number CT20250024 MOD 10 and states that responses to pre-bid inquiries received by December 23, 2025, will be addressed in a future amendment, 0004. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment to ensure their bids are considered. All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged.

The U.S. Coast Guard Academy in New London, CT, is undertaking a comprehensive project to replace Federal Pacific electrical panels in Smith Hall. The project, detailed across 36 sheets, involves five work packages: installing a new emergency power distribution system, replacing and relocating transformers S2 and S5, implementing a new normal power distribution system, replacing the motor control center, and upgrading/replacing remaining electrical panels and feeders. The scope includes providing a generator connection box, transfer switch, standby distribution panels, and re-feeding specific equipment and floors. The project emphasizes careful planning, coordination with the Coast Guard Academy, adherence to safety regulations, and minimizing disruptions to ongoing operations. All work must comply with current electrical codes and standards, requiring detailed logistics and scheduling from the contractor.

The U.S. Coast Guard Academy in New London, CT, is seeking proposals for Project No. 27641871, "Replace Federal Pacific Panels Smith Hall." This project involves replacing all existing Federal Pacific panels, switchboards, motor control centers, transformers, and associated electrical feeders within Smith Hall. The extensive specifications cover general requirements, demolition, and electrical work, with a focus on detailed coordination, safety, and environmental compliance. Key aspects include strict work restrictions, adherence to government safety regulations (OSHA, NFPA), and specific procedures for project management, submittals, and payment. Contractors must coordinate with occupants to minimize disruption, manage construction waste according to federal and state regulations, and maintain high-quality standards. The project emphasizes thorough documentation, adherence to schedules, and a comprehensive warranty for all work performed. This RFP ensures that the electrical system upgrades meet rigorous safety and operational standards while minimizing interference with the Academy's daily activities.

This Abstract of Offers for Solicitation Number 70Z0G126BCGA0TL02 details the bids received for the "Replace Federal Pacific Panels Smith Hall" project at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy in New London, CT. Issued on December 3, 2025, and opened on January 20, 2026, the solicitation received six offers. The project involves a total lump sum for replacing electrical panels. The offers ranged from $1,950,000.00 to $3,434,793.00, with all offerors acknowledging five amendments and providing 20% bid security. The certifying official for this abstract was Sean Waldron, Sr. Field Contracting Officer.

This document details the specifications of the HSDP-2B electrical panel located in Room 242, which is a 225 Ampere, 480Y/277V, 3-phase, 3-wire system with a 10 KAIC rating. The panel is surface-mounted and of the Federal Pacific type. It lists the circuit breakdown, including connections for various duct heaters (e.g., Room 232 #6, Room 224 #2, Room 239 #9, Room 227 #8, Room 238 #1, Room 230 #7, Room 235 #4, Room 234 #3, and Room 231 #5), with their respective pole counts and amperage ratings. Several circuits are designated as 'BLANK' or 'SPARE' with specified amperages. The panel uses main lugs for the feeder entrance and does not have a main breaker. The document provides a comprehensive overview of the electrical distribution for critical equipment within the facility.

This document outlines the electrical panel schedule for HSDP-2A, located in Room 242, providing details on its configuration and connected loads. The panel is a 400 AMPERE, 10 KAIC, 480Y/277V, 3-phase, 3-wire system by Federal Pacific, with surface mounting and MLO enclosure. It lists 40 circuits, with various duct heaters (e.g., in Rooms 209, 211, 208, 237, 223, 219, 233, 218) as connected loads, ranging from 15 to 40 amps. Several circuits are designated as spares. The schedule specifies the breaker pole amperage and VA or wattage for each circuit, illustrating the power distribution for different sections of the facility.

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Amendment 00004 to Solicitation 70Z0G126BCGA0TL02 extends the bid opening date to January 20, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. This amendment also provides responses to pre-bid inquiries. Key clarifications include the fixed 7-day maximum building shutdown for switchgear replacement, the need for a 150KW temporary generator during construction (with the system sized for a 750KW generator), mandatory replacement of all feeders while reusing existing conduit pathways, and required testing of all electrical equipment per specification 260800. Access requires DHS-compliant Real IDs, and contractors are responsible for testing suspected hazardous materials. Basement and rooftop switchgear will be replaced, and panels will be replaced during off-hours, weekends, or nighttime. An Arc Flash and Coordination study is required for the entire system, and new main switchgear will include system metering.

Amendment 00002 to Solicitation No. 70Z0G126BCGA0TL02, effective December 18, 2025, addresses pre-bid inquiries and clarifies project scope for the replacement of approximately 22 Federal Pacific electric panels at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy in New London, CT. The amendment includes revised drawings and specifications, correcting a previous misalignment where the project description for Smith Hall incorrectly referenced the McAllister Hall Auditorium Repairs project. The bid opening date remains January 6, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Additionally, the amendment provides important information regarding REAL ID Act requirements for facility access, effective May 7, 2025, outlining acceptable forms of identification for visitors aged 18 and older.