The Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC), Northwest is seeking public input on the potential use of Project Labor Agreements (PLAs) for the P859 Aircraft Carrier Electrical Upgrades project at Naval Base Kitsap (NBK) Bremerton, WA. This Request for Information (RFI) aims to gather comments regarding the employment terms and conditions through PLAs for this significant construction project, estimated between $100 million and $250 million. Construction will involve various tasks, including demolition and new substation construction, electrical upgrades, civil and structural work, and site preparation. This project follows a design-bid-build approach and has a priority rating of DX-C2 under the Defense Priorities and Allocation System (DPAS). By Federal policy, PLAs are mandated for large-scale projects costing $35 million or more to enhance efficiency and administration. The RFI solicits feedback on various aspects, including labor availability, cost implications, and previous PLA use in similar contexts. Responses are requested by November 8, 2024, and all information submitted will remain confidential. This RFI serves solely for planning purposes and does not indicate a solicitation for proposals or contracts.
The solicitation N44255-25-R-1500 pertains to the FY25 MCON P859 DBB CVN 78 Aircraft Carrier Electrical Upgrades at Naval Base Kitsap in Bremerton, Washington. The procurement is classified as unrestricted and will utilize a tradeoff source selection process for selecting a contractor, focusing on both technical and price factors. The construction project's estimated value is between $100 million and $250 million, and it involves upgrading electrical, civil, and structural elements related to shore power connections.
A Sources Sought Notice was previously released to assess interest from various small business categories, while full and open competition was recommended due to an insufficient number of capable small businesses. Interested contractors must register on the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) for electronic access to the solicitation and must maintain an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) for eligibility. The period of performance is estimated to be approximately 2,000 days post-contract award. For inquiries, potential offers can reach out via the provided contact details.