Post-Construction Award Services (PCAS) for NIST B245 Modernization Program (Phase 2)
ID: OFPM_Team_A-SS25-12Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGYDEPT OF COMMERCE NISTGAITHERSBURG, MD, 20899, USA

NAICS

Engineering Services (541330)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/7bb1eb9df8414d7db88a695c13d7e15c/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Commerce, through the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), is seeking contractor capabilities for Post-Construction Award Services (PCAS) as part of the B245 Modernization Program (Phase 2) at its Gaithersburg, Maryland campus. This initiative aims to modernize the historically designated B245 Radiological Laboratory, requiring contractors to ensure quality assurance, compliance with design specifications, and provide various engineering support tasks. The planned contract will be an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Single Award Task Order Contract, valued at approximately $235 million over several years, with the first task order anticipated for FY25. Interested firms must submit electronic proposals by February 20, 2025, detailing their qualifications and relevant project experience, particularly in laboratory and radiological environments. For further inquiries, contact Helen Wesley at helen.wesley@nist.gov or Michael J. Wigfall at michael.wigfall@nist.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Helen Wesley
    helen.wesley@nist.gov
    Michael J. Wigfall
    (301) 975-8173
    michael.wigfall@nist.gov
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    SAM PCAS B245 Source Sought.pdf
    The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) seeks information from potential contractors for Post-Construction Award Services (PCAS) related to Phase 2 of the B245 Modernization Program at its Gaithersburg, MD campus. This notification aims to gauge the availability and capabilities of qualified firms for an anticipated Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract valued at approximately $235 million. The project involves modernizing the B245 Radiological Laboratory, which has been operational since the 1960s, ensuring compliance and efficiency throughout multiple phases without disrupting ongoing activities. Interested firms must submit information on their qualifications, including project experience, size classification, and references from similar past projects, particularly those involving research laboratories or radiological facilities. The first task order is planned for FY25, focusing on the initial phases of design and construction. Respondents should provide details on their technical competencies, management capabilities, and any software used relevant to the project. The submission deadline is February 20, 2025, and responses must adhere to electronic submission guidelines as no hardcopy will be accepted. This sources sought notice is not a solicitation for bids but is intended for information gathering to inform future procurement decisions.
    SAM PCAS B245 Source Sought.v2.pdf
    The SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE pertains to the National Institute of Standards and Technology's (NIST) Phase 2 of the B245 Modernization Program, which requires contractor capabilities for Post-Construction Award Services (PCAS). The initiative seeks to modernize the B245 Radiological Laboratory at NIST's Gaithersburg, MD campus, which is historically designated. The procurement is exploratory, gathering information on interested firms rather than soliciting bids. The planned contract will be an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Single Award Task Order Contract, valued at approximately $235 million over several years, with the first task order set for FY25. Contractors will be responsible for quality assurance, compliance with design specifications, and various engineering support tasks. Proposals should showcase relevant project experience, particularly in laboratory settings and radiological environments. The document outlines submission requirements, including detailed firm qualifications, project examples, and software capabilities. It highlights NIST's commitment to maintaining operational capacity during construction, ensuring minimal disruption to existing services. Respondents must submit electronic proposals by February 20, 2025, confirming their capability to meet the specified needs for this modernization effort.
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