Cable Installation
ID: FA462626Q0001Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4626 341 CONS LGCMALMSTROM AFB, MT, 59402-6863, USA

NAICS

Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors (238210)

PSC

INSTALLATION OF EQUIPMENT- ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT COMPONENTS (N059)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/07f0844664564497b39d950144ec333c/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is soliciting proposals for cable installation services at Malmstrom Air Force Base in Montana. The contract, designated as FA462626Q0001, encompasses the installation of Category 6 and Fiber Optic cables, including both with and without conduit, and is valued at an estimated total of $19 million over an initial five-year period from February 2, 2026, to August 30, 2030. This procurement is critical for maintaining and enhancing the communications infrastructure necessary for the operations of the 341st Missile Wing. Interested small businesses must submit their quotes by 2:00 PM MST on December 16, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Contract Administrator SrA Jeffrey Krieger at jeffrey.krieger@us.af.mil or Contracting Officer TSgt Joshua Crist at joshua.crist.1@us.af.mil.

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    CLIN Breakdown - Fiber Optic Cabling.xlsx
    The document outlines a five-year requirements contract, FA462626Q0001, for Fiber Optic Cabling installation, utilizing a Firm Fixed Price arrangement. This contract serves as the primary mechanism for issuing Task Orders for all cable installation needs. It details four main CLINs (Contract Line Item Numbers), each representing a distinct type of cable installation requirement over the five-year period. CLIN 0001 covers CAT6 with Conduit Cable, CLIN 0002 and 0003 address CAT6 without Conduit Cable, and CLIN 0004 focuses on Fiber Optic without Conduit Cable installation. Each CLIN is broken down into five sub-items (AA-AE), corresponding to each year of the contract. The document specifies estimated unit quantities in
    FA462626Q0001 PWS.pdf
    This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for a cable and infrastructure contract at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, supporting the 341st Missile Wing. The contractor will provide all necessary equipment, vehicles, and personnel for outside and inside plant cable installation, surveys, and maintenance. Key tasks include designing solutions, installing Category 6 and multimode fiber optic cabling, performing testing, installing racks and fiber optic distribution panels, conducting site surveys, and providing cable management hardware. The contract emphasizes adherence to OEM manuals, DoD/USAF policies, federal/state/local regulations, and industry standards. General requirements cover mission-essential services during crises, government emergency rights, accident reporting, personnel qualifications, security, hours of operation, and various compliance standards including anti-terrorism training and combating trafficking in persons. All work will be performed on Malmstrom AFB, with specific access and identification procedures. The government will provide utilities, security, fire, and medical services, and waste collection. The document also details performance objectives, surveillance methods, and applicable technical standards.
    IDIQ QUALITY ASSURANCE SURVEILLANCE PLAN (QASP).pdf
    The Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) for the Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity Service Contract at Malmstrom AFB outlines the government's approach to monitoring contractor performance for communications infrastructure support. This living document, prepared by Shannon Witt, establishes procedures for assessing whether the contractor meets performance standards, detailing what, how, and by whom monitoring will be conducted, and how results will be documented. It clarifies roles and responsibilities for government personnel, including the Contracting Officer (CO), Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), and Quality Assurance Program Coordinator (QAPC). The QASP emphasizes objective, fair, and consistent evaluations, using a Surveillance Matrix to define performance objectives, standards, and inspection methodologies. It also defines performance rating criteria (Excellent/Outstanding to Unsatisfactory) and outlines reporting procedures for non-conformance, including Performance Assessment Reports (PARs), Customer Complaint Records, and Corrective Action Reports (CARs). The document also mentions the use of the Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) for annual performance documentation and the process for dispute resolution.
    Solicitation - FA462626Q0001.pdf
    The government solicitation FA462626Q0001 is a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) to provide cable installation services, including CAT6 and Fiber Optic cables with and without conduit. The contract has an estimated total award amount of USD 19,000,000.00, covering an initial five-year ordering period from February 2, 2026, to August 30, 2030, for various cable installation requirements at Malmstrom AFB, MT. The evaluation criteria prioritize the lowest price conforming to specifications, with past performance also considered. The document details administrative information, specific clauses related to commercial products and services, payment instructions via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF), and unique item identification requirements for delivered items. The solicitation emphasizes compliance with various federal acquisition regulations (FAR and DFARS) concerning small business programs, labor standards, and ethical conduct.
    Wage Determination.pdf
    This Wage Determination (No. 2015-5391, Revision No. 25, dated 07/08/2025) outlines minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for service contract employees in Cascade County, Montana, under the Service Contract Act. It specifies applicable minimum wage rates based on Executive Orders 14026 ($17.75/hour) or 13658 ($13.30/hour), depending on contract award or renewal dates, with annual adjustments. The document details health and welfare benefits ($5.55/hour, or $5.09/hour for EO 13706 contracts), vacation leave (2-4 weeks based on service), and eleven paid holidays. It also includes provisions for hazardous pay differentials (4% or 8%), uniform allowances, and the conformance process for unlisted job classifications using Standard Form 1444. Footnotes provide specific guidance for computer employees and air traffic controllers/weather observers regarding exemptions and night/Sunday pay.
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