Vandenberg Space Force Base Campus Consolidation Electrical Infrastructure
Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSENATIONAL RECONNAISSANCE OFFICE (NRO)

NAICS

Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (236220)

PSC

CONSTRUCTION OF ELECTRONIC AND COMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES (Y1BG)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/702d3999286043eb8cee615aee989a51/view
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    Description

    The National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) is seeking contractors for the Vandenberg Space Force Base Campus Consolidation Electrical Infrastructure Project, which aims to consolidate various NRO facilities into a designated campus area in Lompoc, California. The project involves establishing reliable power sources by creating two new 12.47 kV electrical circuits linked to existing substations, reflecting NRO's commitment to enhancing infrastructure efficiency and operational reliability. An Invitation for Bid (IFB) is expected to be announced in March 2025, and interested parties are encouraged to register early on the Acquisition Research Center (ARC) website to access the procurement process. For inquiries, contact Alisia Waldon at waldonal@nro.mil or 703-808-4714.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Alisia Waldon
    (703) 808-4714
    waldonal@nro.mil
    Gary Lund
    lundgary@nro.mil
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    SAM Pre-Solicitation Notice of VSFB EI Project.pdf
    The Vandenburg Space Force Base Campus Consolidation Electrical Infrastructure Project aims to consolidate various National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) facilities into a designated campus area at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Northern California. The project’s initial phase involves establishing reliable power sources by creating two new 12.47 kV electrical circuits linked to existing substations. An Invitation for Bid (IFB) will be announced on the Acquisition Research Center (ARC) website in March 2025, accessible to interested parties with an ARC account. The notice emphasizes the need for early registration to ensure access to the procurement process. The overall strategy of this initiative reflects NRO's commitment to enhancing infrastructure efficiency and operational reliability within the designated campus area, as previously outlined in master planning efforts. Additional details are to follow upon the IFB release.
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