FCI Pekin - Replace Boilers & Controls
ID: 15BBNF26B00000007Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONSFAOGRAND PRAIRIE, TX, 75051, USA

NAICS

Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors (238220)

PSC

REPAIR OR ALTERATION OF PENAL FACILITIES (Z2FF)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Justice, specifically the Federal Bureau of Prisons, is preparing to solicit bids for a firm-fixed-price construction contract to replace boilers and controls at the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Pekin in Illinois. The project entails the removal of existing boilers and associated systems, installation of new boilers and controls, and ensuring proper integration with existing systems, with a performance period of 120 calendar days from the notice to proceed. This opportunity is a total small business set-aside, with an estimated project value between $1 million and $5 million, and the solicitation is expected to be available around January 7, 2026. Interested contractors should monitor the Contract Opportunity website at https://sam.gov for updates and ensure their registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) is current, as all submissions must comply with the small business size standard of $19 million for the applicable NAICS code 238220.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Files
    No associated files provided.
    Lifecycle
    Title
    Type
    Presolicitation
    Similar Opportunities
    FCI Milan - Emergency Surface Blowdown Heat Recovery/DA Controls
    Justice, Department Of
    The Department of Justice, through the Federal Bureau of Prisons, is soliciting bids for a firm-fixed-price construction contract for the Emergency Surface Blowdown Heat Recovery/DA Controls project at the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Milan in Michigan. The project requires the contractor to provide a temporary Surge/Deaerator System, remove an existing tank, and install a new two-tank system to ensure continuous steam service, adhering to all local, state, and federal regulations. This opportunity is critical for maintaining the facility's operational efficiency and safety standards. Interested small businesses must submit their electronic bids by December 22, 2025, at 12:30 PM EST, and are encouraged to contact Kevin Slone at kslone@bop.gov for further inquiries.
    Emergency Acquisition - 2 x Lochinvar Brand Name or Equivalent Heat Exchangers
    Justice, Department Of
    The Department of Justice, specifically the Federal Bureau of Prisons at the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Pekin, is seeking to procure two Lochinvar brand name or equivalent heat exchangers through a sole source award to Capitol Group Inc. This urgent procurement is necessary to replace existing heat exchangers at FCI Pekin, highlighting the critical need for reliable space and water heating equipment in correctional facilities. The acquisition is being conducted under FAR 13.106-3(b)(3) due to the immediate nature of the requirement, and it falls under the NAICS code 423720. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Gary M. Kurtz at Gkurtz@bop.gov or by phone at 309-346-8588 x1059, or Sarah McKnight at S1McKnight@bop.gov or 309-346-8588 x1054.
    Replace Chillers 1, 2 & 3
    Justice, Department Of
    The Department of Justice, specifically the Federal Bureau of Prisons, is preparing to issue a solicitation for a firm-fixed-price construction contract to replace chillers 1, 2, and 3 at the Federal Detention Center in Miami, Florida. The project involves the professional installation, labor, materials, and equipment necessary for replacing the existing chillers and all associated HVAC components, including pumps, piping, valves, controls, and plumbing services. This upgrade is crucial for maintaining the facility's operational efficiency and comfort. The estimated project value ranges from $1,000,000 to $5,000,000, with the solicitation expected to be available around December 19, 2025. Interested contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and can direct inquiries to Jeffrey Kercheval at jkercheval1@bop.gov.
    Class B Water Testing Solicitation
    Justice, Department Of
    The Department of Justice, through the Federal Bureau of Prisons at the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Pekin, Illinois, is soliciting quotes for Class B Water Testing Services under solicitation number 15B41126Q00000003. The contractor will be responsible for collecting water samples, conducting IEPA Bac-T testing, completing necessary paperwork, and submitting results to the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) in compliance with state regulations. This procurement is critical for ensuring water quality and safety within the institution, with the contract structured as an indefinite delivery/requirements type, including a base year and up to four optional years, plus a potential six-month extension. Interested small businesses must submit their quotes electronically to Hans Frei at hfrei@bop.gov by December 19, 2025, at 4:00 PM CST, and must possess a valid IEPA Class B Water Operator’s License to be considered for the award.
    FCI Marion - Replace High Mast Light #4
    Justice, Department Of
    The Department of Justice, through the Federal Bureau of Prisons, is preparing to solicit bids for a construction contract to replace High Mast Light 4 at the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) in Marion, Illinois. The project involves the removal of an existing 100-foot high mast pole and lighting fixture, followed by the installation of a new pole, cables, wires, and LED fixtures, all in compliance with local codes and specifications. This procurement is significant for maintaining safety and security lighting at the facility, with an estimated project value between $100,000 and $250,000. Interested small businesses must register in the System for Award Management (SAM) and monitor the Contract Opportunity website for the solicitation, expected to be posted around December 22, 2025. For further inquiries, potential bidders can contact Luke Bonner at lbonner@bop.gov.
    Upgrade Fire Detection System at FCI Phoenix
    Justice, Department Of
    The Department of Justice, through the Federal Bureau of Prisons, is soliciting bids for the upgrade of the fire detection system at the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) in Phoenix, Arizona. The project involves the installation of a new addressable fire alarm system across all buildings, including the integration of monitoring and control workstations, fiber optic network expansion, and compliance with safety and hazardous material protocols. This upgrade is critical for ensuring the safety and security of the correctional facility, with an estimated contract value between $5 million and $10 million. Interested small businesses must submit their bids electronically by December 30, 2025, and can contact Alex Jackson at a4jackson@bop.gov for further information.
    EMERGENCY REPAIR A/C SYSTEM DCB BUILDING- FCC Victorville
    Justice, Department Of
    The Department of Justice, specifically the Federal Bureau of Prisons, is preparing to issue a solicitation for a firm-fixed-price construction contract for the emergency repair of the A/C system at the DCB building within the Federal Correctional Complex (FCC) in Victorville, California. The project entails the removal of the existing A/C system and its replacement with a new system, with a performance period of 324 calendar days from the notice to proceed. This procurement is crucial for maintaining the operational integrity of the correctional facility, and the estimated project value ranges between $500,000 and $1 million. Interested small businesses must be registered in SAM.gov and can expect the solicitation to be available around December 16, 2025; for further inquiries, they may contact Patrick Ford at pford@bop.gov.
    Replace Roofs FCI 1 & SPC- FCC Oakdale
    Justice, Department Of
    The Department of Justice, through the Federal Bureau of Prisons, is seeking qualified contractors for a firm-fixed-price construction contract to replace roofs at the Federal Correctional Camp (FCC) Oakdale in Louisiana. The project involves replacing approximately 47,000 sq. ft. of ceiling, 115,000 sq. ft. of standing seam metal roofing, and other roofing systems, with a performance period of 721 calendar days from the notice to proceed. This opportunity is a total small business set-aside, with an estimated project value between $10 million and $25 million, and bids are due by January 20, 2026, at 11:00 am PST. Interested contractors must be registered in SAM.gov under NAICS code 238160 and should direct inquiries to Patrick Ford at pford@bop.gov.
    Install Utilities & Culinary Equipment- FPC Alderson
    Justice, Department Of
    The Department of Justice, through the Federal Bureau of Prisons, is soliciting bids for a firm-fixed-price construction contract to install utilities and culinary equipment at the Federal Prison Camp (FPC) Alderson in West Virginia. The project requires the contractor to provide all necessary labor, materials, and equipment, with a performance period of 112 calendar days from the notice to proceed. This opportunity is a total small business set-aside, with an estimated project value between $250,000 and $500,000, and bids are due by January 27, 2026, at 11:00 AM CST. Interested contractors must be registered in SAM.gov and can contact Alex Jackson at a4jackson@bop.gov for further information.
    Perimeter Fence Replacement at FCI McKean
    Justice, Department Of
    The Department of Justice, through the Federal Bureau of Prisons, is soliciting bids for a firm-fixed-price construction contract for the Perimeter Fence Replacement project at the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI McKean) in Lewis Run, Pennsylvania. The project entails the complete replacement of approximately 15,000 linear feet of perimeter fencing, including the installation of line posts, fence fabric, razor ribbon, gates, and concrete walkways, with a performance period of 924 calendar days from the notice to proceed. This opportunity is a total small business set-aside, with an estimated project magnitude between $10 million and $25 million, and bids are due by December 22, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. PST. Interested contractors must be registered in SAM.gov and can contact Joshua Cortez at j2xcortez@bop.gov for further information.