PLA Survey Ellsworth AFB B-21 60 Rows South EPSs
ID: W9128F25SM015Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW071 ENDIST OMAHAOMAHA, NE, 68102-4901, USA

NAICS

Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (236220)

PSC

CONSTRUCTION OF MISCELLANEOUS BUILDINGS (Y1JZ)

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https://sam.gov/opp/a9ec682c49f942ad88a76e918a400e12/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Omaha District, is soliciting input from the construction industry regarding the potential use of Project Labor Agreements (PLAs) for a large-scale construction project at Ellsworth Air Force Base in South Dakota, with a budget exceeding $35 million. The project involves the construction of five new pre-engineered metal Environmental Protection Shelters (EPSs) designed to accommodate B-2A aircraft, along with associated support facilities, and must adhere to stringent Department of Defense standards. Interested parties are invited to submit their comments on the use of PLAs, addressing various factors such as local labor availability and project scheduling, by 2:00 p.m. CST on January 28, 2025, to the designated contacts, James Willett and Brittany Gull, via the provided email addresses. The estimated construction contract award is anticipated in the second quarter of Fiscal Year 2026, with a project completion timeframe of 730 calendar days from the notice to proceed.

    Point(s) of Contact
    James Willett
    James.r.willett@usace.army.mil
    Brittany Gull
    brittany.c.gull@usace.army.mil
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    PLA Survey 13743 draft.docx
    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Omaha District is seeking input from the construction industry on the use of Project Labor Agreements (PLAs) for large-scale projects at Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota, with a project budget exceeding $35 million. Comments must be submitted by January 28, 2025, to designated emails, with a citation of the survey identification number. PLAs are collective bargaining agreements that set employment terms specifically for a project. Executive Order 14063 mandates their consideration in significant federal construction contracts to enhance efficiency and labor stability. The survey requests insights on previous PLA implementations in the area, skilled labor availability, scheduling concerns, and the potential impact on small business participation. Details on a planned construction project for five Environmental Protection Shelters (EPSs) that will accommodate B-2A aircraft and associated support facilities are provided. The project's construction will need to adhere to intricate DoD standards and requires a completion timeframe of 730 days from the notice to proceed. Overall, this initiative reflects the Corps' commitment to engaging the construction community in improving project delivery through collaborative labor agreements.
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