The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is issuing a Draft Solicitation Notice for a Two-Phase Design-Build Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity Single Award Task Order Contract (SATOC). The contract aims to acquire design-build construction services for the renovation, expansion, and modernization of the Central Utility Plant (CUP) at NIST's Gaithersburg campus. The project is divided into a five-year base period and three option periods, totaling ten years and six months. The scope includes program management, design, pre-construction, construction, testing/inspection/commissioning, and project closeout. Key aspects include coordinating with an ongoing Underground Utilities Replacement Project, ensuring continuous campus operations during construction, and adhering to strict safety and cybersecurity requirements. All work must comply with federal, state, and local regulations, including OSHA and NIST-specific security protocols. The solicitation emphasizes robust project management, detailed design phasing, and comprehensive safety plans to support NIST's mission and campus expansion.

This government file outlines an amendment to a solicitation for Design-Build construction services for the renovation, expansion, and modernization of the Central Utility Plant (CUP) at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Gaithersburg campus. The amendment extends the due date for Phase I RFQ, updates previous Draft Solicitation Notice language, provides answers to questions, and revises several solicitation sections and attachments. The project aims to modernize the aging CUP infrastructure, including steam, chilled water, electrical, and compressed air systems, to support NIST's mission and planned campus expansion. The scope of work is divided into six task areas: Program Management, Design, Pre-Construction, Construction, Testing, Inspection, and Commissioning, and Project Closeout. Key requirements include coordination with a concurrent Underground Utilities Replacement Project, phased design and construction to minimize disruption and align with funding, strict adherence to safety and security protocols, and compliance with various federal, state, and local regulations. The document details specific deliverables and compliance standards for each task area, emphasizing the critical nature of the CUP modernization for NIST operations.

This amendment to solicitation 1333ND26RNB190001, dated November 24, 2025, extends the due date for Phase 1 RFQ responses from January 8, 2026, to January 28, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET. The solicitation, issued by the National Institute of Standards and Technology, pertains to contract ID code 1333ND26RNB1900012, effective December 23, 2025. Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment by completing items 8 and 15 of the Standard Form 30, returning copies of the amendment, acknowledging it on each offer copy, or sending a separate communication referencing the solicitation and amendment numbers. Failure to acknowledge receipt by the specified date may result in the rejection of the offer. All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged.

This document outlines guidelines for contractors and A/E firms working at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in Gaithersburg, Maryland. It covers essential procedures and requirements for site investigations, fieldwork, and construction, emphasizing safety, security, and environmental compliance. Key areas include emergency protocols, site access, vehicle regulations, work safety (PPE, fire protection, electrical, confined spaces), security plans (badging, access control), historical preservation, and environmental management. The document also details procedures for utility outages, excavation, material disposal, and personnel requirements, ensuring adherence to federal, state, and NIST-specific standards. Its purpose is to provide a comprehensive framework for safe and compliant operations within the NIST campus.

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is embarking on a significant modernization project for its Central Utility Plant (CUP) at the Gaithersburg, Maryland campus. This Program of Requirements (POR) document outlines the comprehensive needs for upgrading and expanding the CUP, which includes the Chilled Water Plant, Steam Generation Plant, and Combined Heat and Power Plant, along with associated utility distribution networks. The project's goals are to enhance utility capacity and reliability, minimize disruption to campus operations, implement sustainable design principles to achieve net-zero emissions (as per EO 14057), improve landscape integration, and comply with the campus's National Register Historic District designation. The POR details existing conditions, projected needs, and a phased implementation plan for modernizing chillers, boilers, electrical distribution, and other auxiliary systems. The recommended options, C-5 for chilled water and H-4 for steam, involve replacing existing equipment with more efficient units and integrating future technologies like heat pump chillers and hot water generation systems to significantly reduce carbon emissions. Architectural requirements include new building additions for equipment and support spaces.

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has released a Program of Requirements for its Central Utility Plant Facility, dated June 2024. This comprehensive document, prepared by Metropolitan Architects and Planners, Inc., with Affiliated Engineers, Inc., and Alpha Corporation, outlines the detailed requirements for the facility. The program includes eleven appendices covering various critical aspects of the project. These appendices detail requirement summaries and associated drawings, existing conditions, code observations, and site information including site plans and surveys. It also features a charrette report, estimated utility loads with existing equipment summaries, mechanical load calculations, and electrical loads. Furthermore, the document provides option analysis support information for different thermal options (C-2, C-4, H-2, H-3), and a collection of NIST documents outlining specifications and standards for direct digital control systems, network and telecommunication infrastructure, security and access control, building security, construction security plans, fire protection, AV equipment, design process, and contractor-required items for certificates of occupancy. Additional appendices cover the A/V equipment list, proposed utility plan (schematic), and a geotechnical engineering report.

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in Gaithersburg, Maryland, is undertaking a multi-phase, multi-year project to replace approximately 46.6 miles of aging underground utilities. This initiative, detailed in the Schematic Design for Site Underground Utilities Replacement (SDRU), aims to upgrade and expand the campus-wide infrastructure to meet future capacity demands. The project encompasses the replacement of campus cooling, heating, power distribution, signal and communications, natural gas, and domestic/fire water systems. Sanitary and storm sewers will be evaluated for replacement. The SDRU serves as the basis for selecting a Design Engineer for a Design-Bid-Build (DBB) procurement. Key considerations include maintaining continuous campus operation, implementing a phased approach with multiple utility phases, ensuring redundancy, and adhering to numerous federal and state codes and standards. The design will incorporate both direct-buried and walkable/non-walkable tunnel options for thermal utilities, with electrical and telecommunication systems utilizing concrete-encased duct banks. A new electrical substation is also proposed to enhance redundancy. Special attention will be paid to vibration control due to sensitive laboratory equipment, and hazardous components abatement, particularly asbestos-containing materials, will be a critical part of the project.

The "Schematic Design for Site Underground Utilities Replacement" document, dated June 2024, outlines a comprehensive project by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to upgrade its site's underground utilities. It includes detailed mechanical/piping, electrical, structural, and civil drawings, along with sanitary sewer computations and a preliminary geotechnical report. The project focuses on replacing and upgrading chilled water, high-pressure steam, and electrical distribution systems, including new pipe sizing, schematic routes, and specific installation details for various components like watertight sleeves, anchor blocks, and valve installations. A significant portion details the multi-phase electrical main loop distribution, including new substations, chillers, pumps, and feeder connections to numerous buildings, while also addressing future expansion and ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.

This document outlines the "Design After Award" requirements for the NIST Gaithersburg CUP Modernization Design-Build project, detailing the contractor's responsibilities post-contract award. Key aspects include scheduling design submittal phases (Concept, Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documents, Issued for Construction), ensuring design integrity through registered Designers of Record (DORs), and coordinating fast-track construction, which is permitted but at the contractor's risk. The document specifies the quantity and delivery of design submittals, emphasizes coordination through interviews, written records, and design conferences, and details the government's review process and comment resolution. It also provides comprehensive requirements for design analysis, calculations, CAD drawings, specifications, submittal registers, and various surveys, including site, existing building conditions, and hazardous materials. Detailed design criteria are provided for each submittal stage, covering site development, geotechnical, landscape, architectural, interior, structural, plumbing, fire protection, HVAC, and electrical systems, ensuring a thorough and compliant design-build process.

The NIST Gaithersburg CUP Modernization Design-Build project is a single-award task order construction contract (SATOC) for the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in Gaithersburg, MD. The project focuses on modernizing the Central Utility Plant (CUP) complex, including several buildings (B302, B305, B305V, B306, B316, B317). The scope encompasses a broad range of design-build modifications, rehabilitation, alterations, and new construction for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, utility, structural, fire suppression, life safety, communications, control, automation, monitoring, and security systems, as well as administrative and support buildings. The work will be executed in phases to minimize disruption to the operational NIST campus. The contractor will be responsible for design, construction, project management, and coordination with other government contractors, adhering to strict safety, environmental, and operational guidelines, including EM 385-1-1 and OSHA requirements. Key aspects include a firm-fixed-price task order structure, detailed proposal requirements, emergency ordering procedures, as-built documentation, and comprehensive warranties for both design and construction.

NIST Procedure 2401.01 outlines policies for physical and electronic access control at NIST facilities. It covers requesting and managing access, issuing various badges (PIV, FAC, Limited Access, Visitor Paper Badges), and defining escort responsibilities. The directive applies to NIST-owned or controlled sites and affects employees, associates, contractors, and vendors. Key responsibilities are delegated, including the NIST Director overseeing overall compliance and the Emergency Services Office (ESO) managing the access control program. Procedures for initial entry, site badges, PIV/PIV-I cards, and limited access cards are detailed. The document also specifies guidelines for accessing NIST campuses and buildings during business and security hours, including requirements for visitor registration, identification, and escorting. Escort procedures and rules of conduct are clearly defined, emphasizing security and reporting suspicious activities. The directive aims to ensure the security of NIST sites and compliance with federal regulations.

OFPM PR 2023.01 outlines the procedure for creating a Certificate of Occupancy (COO) binder for new or renovated government buildings. This binder serves as formal documentation to justify and request a COO, which is required before personnel can occupy a building or area. The procedure details the roles and responsibilities of the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), Action Officer, Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ), and other personnel in developing, reviewing, and approving the COO binder. It emphasizes early coordination with the AHJ to determine COO requirements and the scope of binders needed. The document also provides a comprehensive template for the COO binder, listing over 100 required items across various categories, including general, life safety, fire alarm/sprinkler, architectural, electrical, elevator, laboratory specific, mechanical, plumbing, security, and site/exterior. This ensures thorough documentation and compliance with safety and operational standards.

The document provides detailed information on the existing air compressor and air dryer systems at the NIST Building 302 Gaithersburg Campus, likely in preparation for a future RFP or upgrade project. The Central Utility Plant (CUP) currently operates four Atlas Copco oil-free rotary screw air compressors (two ZR110 fixed speed and two ZR160 VSD units) and four ZEKS refrigerated air dryers. The facility typically runs three compressors and two dryers simultaneously to meet demand, indicating that the current system is often undersized. The document notes a dedicated Gardner Denver compressor for the CUP that is also undersized. Future demand may require increasing capacity by 10-20%. The government recommends Ingersoll Rand, Atlas Copco, or approved equivalents for future equipment. Asset IDs, manufacturers, models, serial numbers, CFM, and pressure ratings for all existing units are provided.

This document outlines comprehensive guidelines for contractors and A/E firms working at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in Gaithersburg, Maryland. It covers a wide range of topics including emergencies, site access, vehicle access, work safety, security plans, badging requirements, environmental compliance, and specific procedures for activities like roof access, confined space entry, and utility outages. Key aspects include stringent security protocols, detailed safety regulations, environmental management, and historical preservation requirements. The guidelines emphasize adherence to federal and NIST-specific standards, requiring extensive documentation, permits, and coordination with NIST personnel to ensure safety, security, and project efficiency on the historic campus.

This government file outlines the design-build requirements for the NIST Gaithersburg Central Utility Plant Modernization Project, focusing on the "Design After Award" phase. It details submittal phases (Concept, Schematic, Design Development, Construction Documents, Issued for Construction) and specifies documentation, including drawings, specifications, and design analysis. The document emphasizes the role of the Designer of Record (DOR), permits fast-track construction under strict conditions, and sets forth procedures for government reviews and comment resolution. Key sections cover design analysis, CAD drawing standards, specifications, submittal registers, and detailed requirements for site surveys, existing building condition surveys, and hazardous materials surveys. Specific design deliverables are outlined for site development, geotechnical, landscape, architectural, interior, structural, plumbing, fire protection, HVAC, and electrical systems, ensuring comprehensive and coordinated project execution.

NIST Procedure 2401.01 Ver. 2 establishes comprehensive policies for physical and electronic access control at National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) facilities. This directive outlines procedures for requesting and managing physical access, issuing various badges (PIV/PIV-I, FACS, Limited Access, Visitor Paper Badges), and defining escort responsibilities for unauthorized individuals. It applies to all NIST-owned or controlled sites and affects employees, associates, contractors, and vendors. Key responsibilities are delegated, with the NIST Director overseeing overall compliance and the Emergency Services Office (ESO) managing the access control program. The document details badging procedures, including background checks, PIV/PIV-I card issuance, and temporary access protocols. It also specifies rules for accessing NIST campuses and buildings based on individual roles and time of day, with strict escort requirements for visitors, especially foreign nationals and during security hours. The directive emphasizes security rules, such as badge display, reporting lost credentials, and prohibiting piggybacking, to maintain facility security and compliance.

The document addresses numerous questions regarding a federal government RFP for the NIST Central Utility Plant modernization. Key clarifications include an increased Phase I proposal page limit to 60 pages, with resumes counting towards this limit while CPARS, cover pages, and tabs do not. Project data sheets do count towards the page limit. The minimum bonding capacity required is $575.2M. Past Performance Questionnaires must come directly from the reviewing client, and explanations of corrective actions related to past projects do not count against the page limit. Cybersecurity requirements for contract documents will follow FAR 52.204-21, while control systems must comply with NIST SP 800-53. Historic preservation requirements only apply to the CUP building's exterior, views, and public ways, not its interiors. The Phase I submission deadline is January 8, 2026, and Factors 2 and 3 are of equal importance for Phase I evaluation. Additionally, the visitor badge limit is 14 campus visits in 365 days, and standard bond paper hard copies are acceptable for As-Builts instead of Mylar, with digital copies also required. Site restoration requires removing contractor-generated debris, and the site restoration requirements have been revised.

The document is a sign-in sheet for an event titled "1333ND26RNB0001 CUP Modernization." It lists attendees with their names, companies, emails, and signatures, indicating participation in a meeting or event related to a modernization project. The sheet includes entries for 35 individuals, suggesting a moderately sized gathering. The file's context within government RFPs, federal grants, and state/local RFPs implies that this sign-in sheet is likely associated with a pre-bid conference, a proposal submission event, or a stakeholder meeting for a government contract or project related to