Project Labor Agreement (PLA) Request for Information (RFI) for Design-Bid-Build Construction Project P-691 Aircraft Development and Maintenance Facility in the State of Maryland
ID: N4008025R9500_PLAType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVFACSYSCOM WASHINGTONWASHINGTON NAVY YARD, DC, 20374-5018, USA

NAICS

Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (236220)

PSC

CONSTRUCTION OF OTHER AIRFIELD STRUCTURES (Y1BZ)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/ea30cc13aaef4aed9abea1013f3036d9/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) Washington, is seeking public input regarding the potential use of Project Labor Agreements (PLAs) for the Design-Bid-Build construction of the P-691 Aircraft Development and Maintenance Facility in Maryland. This significant construction project, with an estimated cost between $100 million and $250 million, involves the construction of a high-bay steel-frame hangar designed for aircraft research, development, testing, and evaluation, with a performance timeline of approximately 801 calendar days. The RFI emphasizes the importance of PLAs for federal projects exceeding $35 million, as mandated by Executive Order 14063, and invites stakeholders to provide insights on labor availability, interest in participation under a PLA, and experiences with similar agreements. Interested parties must submit their responses to the attached questionnaire via email to the designated contacts by 1400 on June 10, 2025, to contribute to the planning process while ensuring confidentiality of all submissions.

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    PLA Questionnaire.docx
    The document is a Request for Information (RFI) for a Project Labor Agreement (PLA) related to a Design-Bid-Build construction project, specifically for the P-691 Aircraft Development and Maintenance Facility in Maryland. It seeks input from various stakeholders, including government entities, unions, contractors, and qualified small businesses. The RFI includes questions focused on understanding the availability of labor (both union and non-union), the interest in participating in the project under a PLA, and prior experiences with PLAs in similar projects. Additionally, it addresses concerns regarding wage rates compared to prevailing wage standards and the potential impact of a PLA on project costs. The RFI aims to gather insights that could inform the decision-making process regarding the implementation of a PLA for this construction initiative, indicating a commitment to labor engagement and project transparency in public contracting.
    PLA RFI_P691.pdf
    The document is a Request for Information (RFI) issued by Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) Washington concerning the proposed use of Project Labor Agreements (PLAs) for the Design-Bid-Build construction of the P-691 Aircraft Development and Maintenance Facility in Maryland. This project, costing between $100 million and $250 million, involves building a high-bay hangar for aircraft research, development, testing, and evaluation, with a performance timeline of approximately 801 days. The RFI invites public feedback on adopting a PLA, defined as a collective bargaining agreement that outlines employment terms for specific projects. The RFI underscores the necessity of PLAs for federal construction projects exceeding $35 million, as mandated by Executive Order 14063, which aims to enhance efficiency in construction management. Responses to the RFI will inform planning efforts and are not a commitment for a contract or payment by the government. Interested parties must submit their completed questionnaire responses via email by June 10, 2025. The document emphasizes the government’s need for insights into the use of PLAs amid recent legal developments while maintaining confidentiality for all responses provided.
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