INDUSTRY DAY SITE VISIT on 14 and 15 May 2025 for the Above Ground Construction Services Contract (CSC) pre solicitation
ID: HDTRA225RE0010006Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE THREAT REDUCTION AGENCY (DTRA)DEFENSE THREAT REDUCTION AGENCYKIRTLAND AFB, NM, 87117-5669, USA

NAICS

Facilities Support Services (561210)

PSC

CONSTRUCTION OF OTHER NON-BUILDING FACILITIES (Y1PZ)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA), is hosting an Industry Day Site Visit on May 14 and 15, 2025, at Kirtland Air Force Base and White Sands Missile Range for the Above Ground Construction Services Contract (CSC) pre-solicitation. This event aims to provide potential vendors with insights into the contract requirements and gather feedback on the draft solicitation and acquisition strategy, which is set aside for small businesses under the SBA guidelines. The CSC is an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with a maximum value of $400 million over ten years, focusing on construction services critical to DTRA's mission. Interested parties should contact Ryan Margraf at ryan.d.margraf.civ@mail.mil or 505-353-4089 for further details and must comply with security protocols for access to the military installations.

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    The document outlines a federal solicitation for a Construction Services Contract (CSC) by the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA), specifically focusing on construction efforts at Kirtland Air Force Base and White Sands Missile Range. This Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract, set aside for small businesses, allows for multiple awards, targeting a total maximum value of $400 million over a period of performance lasting up to ten years. Offerors are required to submit sealed bids, comply with specific inspection and insurance requirements, and adhere to wage determinations in line with federal standards. The solicitation provides details on various task order types including Firm-Fixed Price (FFP), Time and Materials (T&M), and Firm-Fixed Price Level-of-Effort (FFP-LOE) arrangements. Additionally, it includes performance requirements and evaluation criteria to ensure that contractors meet DTRA's mission for general test support, demolition, and infrastructure maintenance. The document emphasizes fairness in task order issuance and outlines provisions for organizational conflict of interest, ensuring transparency and compliance throughout the contracting process. This solicitation aims to advance DTRA's capabilities while adhering to federal acquisition regulations.
    The document outlines the details for an Industry Day event scheduled at Kirtland Air Force Base on May 14-15, 2025, aimed at vendors interested in bidding for Above Ground Construction Services contracts. Participants will have site visits and one-on-one discussions with government representatives to refine the Request for Proposal (RFP) terms. Key information includes orientation logistics, access requirements for Kirtland and White Sands Missile Range (WSMR), and important documentation such as valid identification and vehicle permissions under the REAL ID Act. Vendors are advised to ensure compliance with security protocols, including background checks for WSMR access. Prohibited items are also listed, stressing safety and security measures. Overall, the event serves as an essential preparatory step for government procurement processes related to construction services in New Mexico.
    The document outlines the White Sands Missile Range (WSMR) Access Badge (WAB Badge) and Up-Range Request Form regulations governed by Army Regulation 190-13 and the WSMR Visitor Control Policy 2024. Its primary purpose is to evaluate the eligibility of individuals requesting access to the WSMR, with a focus on conducting state and federal criminal history checks. Personal information collected may be shared with military and civilian authorities to assist in this evaluation. Submission of this form is voluntary, but providing incomplete information may lead to access denial. The form requires detailed personal information, including legal names, organization details, visit purpose, and sponsoring official information. Additionally, sponsoring organizations must ensure personnel undergo an Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) briefing before seeking Up-Range access. The document highlights the importance of security and compliance for individuals working within or visiting sensitive areas of the military installation.
    The White Sands Missile Range (WSMR) Installation Access NCIC-III Check Request form is a document designed to assess the suitability of individuals seeking access to WSMR. Governed by Army Regulation 190-13, the primary purpose of collecting personal information is to conduct state and federal criminal history checks to ensure that individuals meet security requirements for access to the facility. The form details specific personal information to be submitted, including the individual's legal name, date of birth, driver’s license information, and the purpose of access. Disclosure of this information is voluntary, but failing to provide it may result in denied access. The document outlines procedures for submission to the Directorate of Emergency Services' Physical Security and emphasizes the importance of correctly filling out all sections. If access is for contractual reasons, the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) is specified as the sponsor. Overall, the form is a critical tool in maintaining security protocols at WSMR, ensuring that those who are permitted entry have undergone necessary background checks and assessments.
    The Kirtland Air Force Base's Short Term Visitor Pass Pre-Notification Form outlines the process for sponsoring visitors to the base. To issue a visitor pass, the sponsor must submit this form to the Visitor Control Center (VCC) at least 72 hours before the visitor's arrival. Essential information required includes the sponsor's and visitor's names, contact information, citizenship status, and pass details such as duration, destination, start and end dates, and access times. Visitors need valid government-issued identification to receive their pass. Importantly, a short-term pass can last up to 30 days, with restrictions on the number of passes issued in a given timeframe. The sponsor acknowledges responsibility for the visitor’s conduct and may lose sponsorship privileges for non-compliance. Additionally, the form contains a Privacy Act statement, emphasizing the confidentiality of the information provided and outlining the consequences of incomplete submissions. This document serves as a formal procedure for controlling access to secure military installations, enhancing safety and regulatory compliance.
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