J--MBIC BOILER REPLACEMENT

Amendment 0002 to solicitation 140L3626Q0004 formally cancels the original solicitation. The requirement will be re-solicited with a modified Statement of Work (SOW). Offerors must acknowledge receipt of amendments by completing items 8 and 15, acknowledging on each offer copy, or sending a separate communication referencing the solicitation and amendment numbers. Failure to acknowledge receipt by the specified date and time may lead to the rejection of offers. The period of performance for the canceled solicitation was scheduled from February 27, 2026, to April 3, 2026. This amendment ensures all parties are aware of the cancellation and the upcoming re-solicitation.

This government solicitation, titled "WOMEN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESS (WOSB) SOLICITATION/CONTRACT/ORDER FOR COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES," is a Request for Quote (RFQ) from the Department of Interior, Bureau of Land Management (DOI, BLM), Montana State Office. It is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside for an MBIC Boiler Replacement project (NAICS code 238220, size standard $19M). The solicitation uses FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items) and FAR Part 13 (Simplified Acquisition Procedures), leading to a firm-fixed-price, single-award contract. Key dates include a question submission deadline of 2/13/2026, and a quote due date of 2/20/2026, 1400 MST, with quotes to be emailed to Christopher Brailer. Offerors must be registered in SAM and ensure certifications are updated. The document details contract clauses, instructions for offerors, and evaluation factors (price and suitability of proposed lodging), emphasizing that the government seeks the "most advantageous" offer and reserves the right to decline awards if the

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is soliciting proposals for the replacement of the existing Patterson Kelly MACH C-450 boiler at the Upper Missouri Breaks National Monument Interpretive Center in Fort Benton, Montana. The project requires a new boiler of equivalent heating capacity that meets current LEED efficiencies and standards. The contractor must manage all aspects of removal, disposal, and installation, including necessary venting, piping, and integration into the existing Metasys building automation system, which requires subcontracting Johnson Controls. The work must comply with NFPA 70 (2026), IMC (2024), IPC (2024), and IFGC (2024) codes. Contractors must be Montana-licensed for mechanical and electrical installations. The period of performance is 15 days from the Notice to Proceed, with work hours from 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., excluding weekends and federal holidays. Submittals include equipment cutsheets, O&M literature, licenses, and a Fire & Safety Plan. Payment will be a lump sum covering all costs associated with the boiler replacement.

This government document, an amendment to solicitation 140L3626Q0004/0001, outlines the procedures for acknowledging amendments and modifying offers or contracts. It specifies that offers must acknowledge receipt of amendments by completing items 8 and 15, returning copies, or sending a separate communication referencing the solicitation and amendment numbers. Failure to acknowledge receipt by the specified date and time may result in the rejection of an offer. The amendment also details how to change an already submitted offer. Furthermore, the document provides fields for contract and amendment identification, dates, and administrative details. This amendment serves to post answers to Requests for Information (RFIs) and adjusts the period of performance from February 27, 2026, to April 3, 2026.

The MBIC Boiler Replacement project addresses key questions regarding government oversight, project timeline, commissioning, and environmental standards. Government personnel will be available during normal business hours, and while coordination with the COR is required, work is not limited to their physical presence. The project's Period of Performance is March 1, 2026, through May 1, 2026, with no separate Notice to Proceed; performance begins upon contract award. Commissioning includes testing, startup, and verification of functionality, with Johnson Controls or an authorized representative handling Metasys integration. The new boiler must meet LEED v5 energy performance intent and ASHRAE Standard 90.1, with a preferred thermal efficiency of 95% or greater. Site visits can be scheduled in advance with the Contracting Officer and MBIC personnel.

This document, Wage Determination No. 2015-5397 Revision No. 27, issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, details the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for various service occupations in specific Montana counties. It covers administrative support, automotive, food service, health, information technology, and maintenance roles, among others. Key provisions include hourly health and welfare benefits ($5.55 or $5.09 under EO 13706), paid vacation (2 to 4 weeks based on service), and eleven paid holidays. The document also outlines compliance requirements for Executive Orders 13706 and 13658 regarding paid sick leave and minimum wage. Special footnotes address computer employees' exemption criteria and night/Sunday pay for air traffic controllers and weather observers. Hazardous pay differentials for work with ordnance and uniform allowance policies are also specified. A conformance process is detailed for unlisted job classifications, emphasizing adherence to the Service Contract Act Directory of Occupations.