RFI #2 - Environmental Construction and Optimization Services (ECOS) 2026
ID: 772ESSPKSECOSRFI2Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8903 772 ESS PKJBSA LACKLAND, TX, 78236-9861, USA

NAICS

Remediation Services (562910)
Timeline
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    Posted Jan 22, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Jan 22, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Feb 5, 2025, 8:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking industry input through a Request for Information (RFI) for the Environmental Construction and Optimization Services (ECOS) program, which aims to support the Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC). This initiative is intended to gather insights on industry capabilities and qualifications to inform the development of a future solicitation for remediation services, particularly focusing on groundwater treatment and PFAS contamination, with a proposed contract period from September 2026 to September 2036. The services will be performed at various Air Force installations across the United States and its territories, emphasizing compliance with environmental regulations and efficient task order management. Interested contractors are encouraged to submit their responses, including past project experiences and feedback on the draft Performance Work Statement, by February 5, 2025, to designated contacts including Thomas Dimitriou at thomas.dimitriou@us.af.mil.

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Jan 22, 2025, 11:09 PM UTC
The document is a Performance Work Statement (PWS) for an Environmental Construction and Optimization Services (ECOS) contract by the U.S. Air Force. It outlines the requirements and scope for tasks such as environmental planning, assessments, construction, compliance, and remediation primarily at Air Force installations across all U.S. states and territories. Compliance with relevant federal, state, and local laws is emphasized, alongside a focus on efficient management through task orders (TOs). Key reporting, planning, and coordination processes involve the submission of various project management and progress reports, including financial and status documentation. Contractors are expected to engage in proactive problem-solving and teamwork with the Air Force Civil Engineering Center and other stakeholders. The PWS also includes specialized sections on hazardous waste management, site access, permits, photography documentation, and safety measures. Adhering to strict quality assurance and laboratory standards is mandated, with an emphasis on achieving clear performance objectives using optimized remediation strategies. Overall, it aims to ensure effective environmental management and restoration while fulfilling legal and operational requirements efficiently.
Jan 22, 2025, 11:09 PM UTC
The Department of the Air Force is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) for the Environmental Construction and Optimization Services (ECOS) program, aimed at supporting the Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC). This RFI seeks industry insights to shape future solicitation requirements and evaluation criteria for a proposed contract with a 10-year ordering period, expected to run from September 2026 to September 2036. Interested companies are invited to express their interest, describe their capabilities, and provide feedback on draft work statements by February 5, 2025. Key areas of inquiry include past project experiences, capacities in various geographic locations, and considerations for selection methodologies in contract awards. Moreover, input on emergency response mechanisms and potential adjustments for small business categories is sought. Companies must complete their responses via an attached matrix, submitted via email to designated government officials. This RFI represents preliminary market research, and the government will not assume responsibility for any incurred costs from submissions. Feedback will be utilized to enhance acquisition planning and requirements formulation.
Jan 22, 2025, 11:09 PM UTC
The document is an RFI (Request for Information) aimed at contractors regarding a project involving remediation services, particularly for groundwater treatment and PFAS contamination. It outlines specific questions that contractors must answer, including their business classification (e.g., small business, veteran-owned), proposal interest level, types of projects previously handled, and experience in austere locations. Contractors are prompted to provide detailed descriptions of past projects, including technical specifications, operational capacity, and risk management strategies. The RFI seeks to understand the capabilities of potential contractors, their approach to task order management, and their stance on various selection methodologies for contract awards. Contractors are also encouraged to provide feedback on the Draft Performance Work Statement and any technological advances relevant to future requirements. Overall, the document serves as a preliminary market research tool aimed at gathering industry input to inform the government's acquisition strategy for remediation services.
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