2025 CAPITAL MAINTENANCE OF NAVY-OWNED FACILITIES AT NIROP PITTSFIELD
ID: N0003025R1024Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYSTRATEGIC SYSTEMS PROGRAMSWASHINGTON NAVY YARD, DC, 20374-5127, USA

NAICS

Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance (811310)

PSC

REPAIR OR ALTERATION OF MISSILE SYSTEM FACILITIES (Z2BF)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/2188557c9c6543929320f255386fe8bd/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Strategic Systems Programs (SSP), intends to negotiate a sole-source contract with General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) for the capital maintenance of Navy-owned facilities at the Naval Industrial Reserve Ordnance Plant (NIROP) in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. This procurement aims to manage and perform essential maintenance on equipment and facilities that support the Trident II Strategic Weapons System Fire Control System program. The opportunity is significant as it ensures the operational readiness and reliability of critical defense infrastructure. Interested parties can direct inquiries to Lauren Shallow at lauren.shallow@ssp.navy.mil or Bina Russell at bina.russell@ssp.navy.mil; however, it is important to note that this notice is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment by the government.

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    Enclosure (1) SSN SOW_FY25 NIROP Pittsfield.docx
    The document outlines a series of projects at the NIROP (Naval Industrial Reserve Ordnance Plant) in Pittsfield, focusing on significant upgrades to electrical systems, HVAC infrastructure, and security enhancements. The initiatives include the replacement of aging electrical switchgear, HVAC air handling units, and ducting systems, with new installations to integrate into the existing building management systems. Emergent repair provisions are established to handle urgent maintenance needs across all buildings, permitting contractors to take immediate action in emergencies with appropriate notification protocols. The projects also involve security upgrades, including facility designs and construction to meet modern security requirements, alongside the establishment of a new Engineering Test System lab. Optional projects include the replacement of load centers and boiler systems, critical for maintaining HVAC operations in controlled environments. The objective of these initiatives is to ensure operational continuity, compliance with safety standards, and enhancement of the infrastructure, aligning with government RFP norms for federal investments in facility improvements.
    Sources Sought Notice (SSN) - FINAL.docx
    The Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) has issued a Sources Sought Notice (SSN) for potential vendors to express interest in executing capital maintenance for Navy-owned facilities at the Naval Industrial Reserve Ordnance Plant (NIROP) in Pittsfield, MA. This project focuses on supporting the Trident II Strategic Weapons System Fire Control System program. The SSN seeks to gather market research on capable businesses that have the necessary security clearance and demonstrated expertise in similar facility maintenance. No proposals will be accepted at this stage, as it strictly serves to gauge industry interest. Interested firms must submit detailed capability statements proving they possess the requisite qualifications and past performance data. The statements should illustrate recent and relevant experience, particularly for projects valuing at least $20 million and executed within the past four years. The submissions must comply with specific formatting and content guidelines, with a deadline for submission of 8 October 2024. The government emphasizes the possibility of setting aside this contract for small businesses, encouraging participation from various small business classifications. This SSN is conducted solely for market research and does not constitute a contract solicitation.
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