Central Utility Building Addition and Renovation Construction, UIP Subproject 1-CUB

Fermi Forward Discovery Group, LLC (FFDG) has issued Request for Proposal (RFP) 376508-CD for the Central Utility Building (CUB) Addition and Renovation Construction project at Fermilab in Batavia, Illinois. The objective of this firm-fixed-price subcontract is to expand and revitalize the CUB, which supplies critical chilled, hot, low conductivity, and makeup water to laboratory facilities. Key project parameters and requirements include: - **Timeline:** A virtual pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for October 1, 2026, with written inquiries due by November 3, 2026. Proposals must be submitted by November 17, 2026. Construction must occur within Fermilab's accelerator shutdown window, projected from January 1, 2028, to January 1, 2030. - **Evaluation Criteria:** FFDG will utilize a tradeoff source selection method. Proposals are evaluated on a 100-point scale: Technical Proposal (70 points total, split between Organizational Structure/Key Personnel, Approach/Safety/Work Plan, and Past Performance) and Business Management and Price Proposal (30 points). - **Business & Safety Thresholds:** Offerors must pass strict preliminary evaluations, including safety performance metrics (TRC and DART rates within 85% of BLS averages, and acceptable EMR history), financial capability (minimum 1.10 current ratio and $100 million aggregate bonding capacity), and a 20% bid guarantee. - **Compliance:** The contract is subject to the Davis-Bacon Act, Buy American statute, and federal safety standards (10 CFR Part 851). It is exempt from Illinois state taxes. Payment and performance bonds are required post-award.

This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the construction scope for the Central Utility Building (CUB) Addition and Upgrades, designated as Subproject 1 of the Utilities Infrastructure Project (UIP) at Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (Fermilab). The CUB is a critical facility that supplies chilled, hot, low conductivity, and makeup water to campus buildings for heating, comfort cooling, and process utility needs. The primary objective of this subproject is to expand and revitalize the CUB to accommodate existing and future utility loads. Key construction activities include demolishing designated piping and equipment, constructing a new building addition with foundation and structural façade, and renovating the existing building's exterior shell. Additionally, the subcontractor will upgrade the campus heating hot water systems, install new fire protection and alarm systems, deploy low and medium-voltage electrical power systems (including switches and transformers), and perform civil utility upgrades and pavement removal. All work must align with the provided 100% Final Design drawings and specifications, which incorporate equipment pre-purchased by Fermilab. The subcontractor is required to adhere to all Division 01 specification requirements, including schedule submissions, and must complete all construction deliverables by October 1, 2029.

This government document consists of architectural drawing index sheets, code analysis, abbreviations, and demolition plans prepared by Arup US, Inc. for "UIP Subproject 1 - New CHW (Chilled Water) Plant and CUB (Central Utility Building) Upgrades" at Fermilab. Key details of the project plans include: - **Project Scope:** Construction of a new chilled water plant and upgrades to the existing Central Utility Building (CUB), including a community tornado storm shelter designed to ICC 500 (2020) standards to withstand 250 mph winds. - **Life Safety & Code Analysis:** Clear egress pathways, travel distances, and exit capacities are detailed for Level 1 and the Mezzanine. The facility's calculated occupancy load is 140 people (107 on Level 1 and 33 on the mezzanine level). - **Accessibility Compliance:** Standard mounting heights, turning clearances, and accessible routes conforming to ADA and ICC/ANSI standards are outlined for restrooms, control rooms, vestibules, and other common areas. - **Demolition Plans:** Detailed demolition layouts for the first floor, mezzanine, and roof specify the removal of existing concrete equipment pads, steel guardrails, stairs, cranes, curtain walls, and decommissioned cooling towers to prepare the site for the new additions and upgrades. These architectural reference documents are designated "Not for Construction" and were issued for bid on August 27, 2026.

This federal procurement document outlines the specifications table of contents and general requirements for Fermilab Project No. 3-5-206B, "New CHW Plant and CUB Upgrades." As Subproject 1 of the Utilities Infrastructure Project (UIP) for the Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory, the project involves constructing a Central Utility Building (CUB) extension and upgrading the existing CUB in Batavia, Illinois. The General Contractor (GC) must provide all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision to deliver fully functional systems. Notably, FermiForward will furnish major equipment—including chillers, medium-voltage switchgear, and transformers—scheduled for delivery in May 2028, which the GC must receive, store, and install. Work planning requires strict adherence to environmental, safety, and health guidelines, erosion controls for the Booster Pond, and coordination with Fermilab’s ongoing, 24/7 campus operations. The GC must maintain minimum utility capacities for chilled water, reverse osmosis, heating hot water, telecommunications, and fire alarms throughout construction. The project structure is defined by five key phases and milestones: - Milestone 1 & 2: Procurement, submittals, and start of on-site construction (January 2028). - Milestone 3 (AUP 1): Completion and handover of the CUB Extension (January 2029). - Milestone 4 (AUP 2): Completion of the existing CUB Upgrades and whole-building commissioning (June 2029). - Milestone 5: Final completion, including trailer removal, landscaping, and Booster Pond/stormwater modifications (September 2029). Contractors must utilize Building Information Modeling (BIM) to a minimum Level of Development (LOD) 400 and submit a detailed phasing and dewatering plan.

This Geotechnical Engineering Report (GER) prepared by Arup US, Inc. for Fermi Forward Discovery Group, LLC outlines the subsurface conditions and geotechnical design recommendations for Subproject 1 of the Utility Infrastructure Project (UIP) at Fermilab in Batavia, Illinois. The project includes the Central Utility Building (CUB) expansion, which will widen the existing structure by 44 feet into the Booster Pond area, and associated utility upgrades. Based on site-specific investigations, including boreholes and cone penetration tests (CPTs), the stratigraphy consists of cohesive glacial till (Lemont Formation) overlying dolomite bedrock at approximately El. +676 ft. Piezometer data confirmed an underdrainage condition with a downward hydraulic gradient toward the bedrock aquifer. Key design recommendations include: - **Deep Foundations**: Belled caissons are recommended for the CUB expansion to support heavy loads while limiting settlement. Design parameters account for potential downdrag and sand seams identified in the CPTs. - **Shallow Foundations**: Spread footings are designed with a minimum embedment depth of 3.5 feet for frost protection, meeting Batavia municipal codes. - **Retaining Walls**: A reinforced concrete retaining wall is proposed along the pond perimeter to manage the grade change and resist hydrostatic, earth, and crane surcharge loads. - **Slab-on-Grade**: Slabs are feasible using lightweight engineered fill over a prepared subgrade with an assumed subgrade reaction modulus of 69 pci. Overall, total settlement across the site is estimated to be minor, peaking at approximately 0.4 inches, ensuring structural and utility integrity.

This document details the Issue for Bid (IFB) electrical calculations prepared by Arup US, Inc. for Subproject 1 of the FermiForward Utilities Infrastructure Project (UIP). The project encompasses a new Chilled Water (CHW) Plant and upgrades to the Central Utility Building (CUB) at Fermilab. The purpose of these calculations is to establish the basis for the electrical design and demonstrate the proper configuration of new distribution equipment. Key components of the electrical analysis include: - **Load Analysis:** Evaluates major equipment loads, lighting, and power branch circuitry, establishing a grand total connected load of 8,628 kVA. It also details the load profile for a new 350 kW generator and a load shedding scheme to protect critical systems from overloading. - **Preliminary Short Circuit Study:** Verifies that distribution equipment can withstand maximum anticipated fault currents and determines minimum equipment AIC ratings. - **Preliminary Arc Flash Analysis:** Completed in accordance with IEEE 1584 2018 to evaluate available incident energy. The maximum worst-case incident energy at the incoming switchboard sections is calculated at approximately 9.7 cal/cm², which is safely below the target of 12 cal/cm² and the 40 cal/cm² live-work threshold. - **Voltage Drop Calculations:** Confirms that all preliminary feeders maintain a voltage drop under 1% without upsizing, with the exception of the lift station feeder. These preliminary analyses utilize estimated feeder lengths and basis of design components. The selected contractor must perform final power system studies using finalized equipment selections and actual field lengths.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Chicago District, has issued a No Permit Required (NPR) letter and an Approved Jurisdictional Determination (AJD) for the Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory UIP Subproject 1 CUB in Batavia, Kane County, Illinois. Following a review of the aquatic resource delineation report prepared by V3 Companies, the USACE determined that while the project site contains both jurisdictional and non-jurisdictional aquatic resources under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, a Department of the Army permit is not required because the proposed work does not involve discharging dredged or fill material into regulated waters. The jurisdictional determination is valid for five years. The recipient, the U.S. Department of Energy, has 60 days (until May 11, 2026) to appeal the jurisdictional boundaries if they disagree. Although a federal permit is not required, the USACE recommends implementing soil erosion and sediment controls. Furthermore, the recipient remains responsible for obtaining any necessary state, county, or local approvals for impacts to non-jurisdictional wetlands, which are regulated under the Kane County Stormwater Ordinance.

This document outlines the General Terms and Conditions (Construction) for Fermi Forward Discovery Group, LLC (FFDG), acting as the management and operating contractor for the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory under Prime Contract No. 89243024CSC000002. It establishes the contractual framework governing construction subcontracts, detailing definitions, scope of work, independent contractor status, assignment rules, and acceptance terms. Key administrative and operational procedures are specified, including monthly certified progress payments with a standard 10% retainage, requirements for subcontractor superintendence, and mandatory licensing. FFDG reserves the right to issue change, stop-work, and suspension orders, with defined processes for equitable price and schedule adjustments. Subcontractors assume risk of loss until final acceptance, must provide comprehensive indemnification for FFDG, the University of Chicago, Universities Research Association, and the Government, and must warrant construction work for one year post-acceptance. The agreement mandates strict compliance with federal, state, and local laws, environmental, safety, and health (ES&H) regulations under 10 CFR 851, and DOE security policies, including strict site-access restrictions for foreign nationals. Disputes must follow a structured resolution process involving negotiation, mediation, and potentially binding arbitration. Finally, the document incorporates by reference numerous federal flow-down provisions from the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Department of Energy Acquisition Regulation (DEAR), including Davis-Bacon Act wage standards, Buy American Act requirements, and specialized thresholds for bonding, small business utilization, and patents.

This document outlines the mandatory insurance requirements for subcontractors performing construction work at the Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (Fermilab) under Fermi Forward Discovery Group, LLC (FFDG). Subcontractors must maintain specified coverages from highly-rated insurers, including Commercial General Liability ($1M occurrence/$2M aggregate), Automobile Liability ($1M), Workers' Compensation (Statutory), and Employer's Liability ($1M). Excess Liability limits are tiered based on subcontract value: $1M for subcontracts under $3.5M, and $5M for those exceeding $3.5M. Contractor's Pollution Liability ($1M) and Contractor's Professional Liability ($1M) are required when applicable. Supplemental coverages, such as Aircraft Liability, Builder's Risk, Cargo Insurance, or Installation Floaters, may also be designated. All policies (except Workers' Compensation and Professional Liability) must name FFDG, the University of Chicago, Universities Research Association, Inc., and the U.S. Government as additional insureds, providing primary coverage with a waiver of subrogation. Subcontractors must submit conforming certificates of insurance within ten days of subcontract execution and ensure insurers provide 30 days' written notice of cancellation. Additionally, subcontractors are responsible for ensuring their sub-subcontractors maintain appropriate insurance coverages and must indemnify FFDG for any losses resulting from non-compliance with these requirements.

This document is Standard Form 1413 (Revised 10/2023), a federal "Statement and Acknowledgment" form utilized in government contracting to formalize the relationship between a prime contractor and a subcontractor. Under OMB Control Number 9000-0066, the form is divided into two primary sections. Part I, the Statement of Prime Contractor, identifies the prime contract, subcontract details, and contractor identities. It specifically references Fermi Forward Discovery Group, LLC as the prime contractor under contract number 89243024CSC000002, located in Batavia, Illinois. This section also specifies whether the prime contract contains the Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act clause for overtime compensation. Part II, the Acknowledgment of Subcontractor, requires the subcontractor to acknowledge the flow-down of mandatory federal labor standard clauses, including construction wage rate requirements (Davis-Bacon Act), Copeland Act compliance, payroll record keeping, and contract termination rules. The form serves as a crucial regulatory compliance record ensuring labor standards are legally binding upon subcontractors.

This document is the Fermilab Subcontractor Injury & Illness Data Questionnaire (Form 7010-F1-1 and 7010-F1-2) from the Fermilab Environment, Safety, Health, and Quality (ESH&Q) Manual. Its primary purpose is to collect past safety performance data from subcontractors bidding on federal contracts or projects at Fermilab to evaluate their safety records and regulatory compliance. Subcontractors must provide basic company details, including their six-digit North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code, and document their interstate experience modification rate (EMR) for the past three consecutive years, supported by NCCI Workers Compensation Experience Rating forms. Additionally, the questionnaire requires workers' compensation carrier details and three years of injury and illness data derived from the subcontractor's OSHA 300 and 300A logs. This data includes the Total Number of Recordable Cases (RC), Total Recordable Case Rate (TRCR), Days Away, Restricted or Job Transferred (DART) cases, DART rates, total Employee Hours Worked (EHW), and fatalities. The form provides mathematical formulas to calculate annual and three-year averages for both TRCR and DARTR. Finally, subcontractors must designate their primary safety representative, listing their years of service, certifications, and training, and have the form signed and certified by an authorized company representative.

This Request for Proposal (RFP No. 376508-CD) issued by Fermi Forward Discovery Group, LLC (FFDG) solicits firm-fixed-price proposals for the Central Utility Building (CUB) Addition and Renovation Construction project. Located at the Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (Fermilab) in Batavia, Illinois, this project represents Subproject 1 of the Utility Infrastructure Project (UIP). The scope of work entails providing all necessary labor, materials, equipment, and oversight to complete the CUB addition and renovation. Proposals must be submitted electronically to cdaley@fnal.gov by November 17, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. Central Time, and must remain valid for at least 120 calendar days. The document outlines a structured 19-item pricing breakdown and payment schedule. Key bid items include mobilization (capped at 5% of the total contract cost), general requirements, sitework, structural foundation, slab on grade, roofing, exterior/interior construction, and specialized MEP systems (plumbing, HVAC, fire protection, electrical, and conveying). Additionally, the RFP identifies six distinct "Bid Alternates" that FFDG may add or deduct from the base bid, including equipment health monitoring, clerestory glazing, lightning protection system replacements, road resurfacing, storage tank refurbishment, and active front end variable frequency drives. Contractors must submit the completed pricing form and alternate bids alongside their written proposals.

This document is the Subcontractor Annual Representations & Certifications (SARC) form (Revision 8) issued by Fermi Forward Discovery Group, LLC (FermiForward). It is used to collect essential business information, certifications, and representations from prospective subcontractors and suppliers to ensure compliance with federal statutes, executive orders, and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR). The form requires offerors to provide general company details, tax identification, and SAM.gov registration status. Key sections include: - **Section I (Business Category):** Identifies ownership type, corporate structure, business size (large, small, or foreign), and specific socioeconomic classifications under FAR 19. - **Executive Compensation:** Determines if the subcontractor must report top executive salaries based on federal revenue thresholds. - **Section II (Offeror Responsibility):** Assesses accounting system adequacy, responsibility standards under FAR 9.104, trafficking in persons compliance, and E-Verify employment eligibility verification. - **Section III (Export/Import Control):** Certifies adherence to U.S. export control laws and regulations. - **Section IV (FAR Certifications):** Limits pass-through charges for cost-reimbursement subcontracts. - **Section V (Certification):** Requires an authorized signature to certify the accuracy of the information, which remains valid for 12 months. Subcontractors must notify FermiForward within 15 days of any changes to their status during this period.

This document is Proposal Certifications Form PUR-466 (Revision 5, dated 10/14/2025) for Fermi Forward Discovery Group, LLC (FFDG). It outlines the mandatory compliance, export, and federal standard clauses that offerors must complete and submit as part of their proposal packages. The certification requirements are tiered based on the total dollar value of the proposal. For all proposals valued at $10,000 or more (Certification #1), offerors must address export/import control regulations, Buy American construction materials and supplies provisions, and technical data rights. For proposals valued at $150,000 or more (Certification #2), offerors must additionally certify to independent price determination, anti-kickback procedures, non-delinquent federal taxes, veteran employment reporting, and clean records regarding suspension, debarment, or lobbying. For proposals valued at $550,000 or more (Certification #3), offerors must certify compliance with federal human trafficking prevention plans for work performed outside the United States. Ultimately, the document serves to establish a legally binding representation of compliance with Department of Energy (DOE) and Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) standards prior to any subsequent subcontract award.

This document is a Standard Form 24 (SF 24) Bid Bond, customized as FermiForward Form FL-41 (dated January 7, 2025). It serves as a formal guarantee required for bidders participating in government procurement opportunities for construction, supplies, or services associated with Fermi Forward Discovery Group, LLC and the United States Government. The bond legally binds the bidding Principal and its Surety (or co-sureties) to the U.S. Government and Fermi Forward Discovery Group, LLC. It ensures that if the Principal's bid is accepted, they will execute the required contract documents and provide necessary performance and payment bonds within the specified timeframe (typically 10 days, or 60 days for bid acceptance if not otherwise specified). If the Principal fails to fulfill these obligations, the bond obligates the parties to pay Fermi Forward Discovery Group, LLC for any excess costs incurred in procuring the work elsewhere. The form includes designated sections for establishing the penal sum (either as a specific dollar amount or a percentage of the bid price), identifying the active solicitations, and recording official signatures, corporate seals, and liability limits for both individual and corporate sureties. Corporate sureties must be approved by the Department of the Treasury. The document is prescribed by the General Services Administration under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and carries an OMB control number of 9000-0001.

This document is a standardized Payment Bond form (Standard Form 25A / FermiForward Form FL-42, revised January 2025) used in federal subcontracting. Its primary purpose is to guarantee that the subcontractor (Principal) pays all individuals and entities supplying labor and materials for a specific subcontract. The bond firmly binds the Principal and its Surety or Sureties to the United States of America and Fermi Forward Discovery Group, LLC (FermiForward) for a designated penal sum. The bond's obligations are rendered void if the Principal promptly pays all subcontractors and laborers. The form outlines sections for defining the Principal, organization type, state of incorporation, and individual or corporate sureties. It allows for multiple corporate co-sureties, provided they allocate their respective liability limits to collectively equal 100% of the bond's penal sum. According to the instructions, the form is required under 40 USC Chapter 31, Subchapter III, and cannot be altered. Corporate sureties must be pre-approved by the Department of the Treasury, while individual sureties must submit an Affidavit of Individual Surety (Standard Form 28). Signatures, official titles, and corporate or adhesive seals are mandatory to execute the bond legally.

This document is a Performance Bond template, specifically Standard Form 25 (REV. 10/2023) modified as FermiForward Form FL-40 (1/7/2025), utilized in connection with federal government contracting for the Fermi Forward Discovery Group, LLC. The purpose of this form is to establish a legal and financial guarantee from a Principal (the contractor) and its Surety (or co-sureties) to ensure the proper execution of a contract. Under this bond, the Principal and Surety are jointly and severally bound to the United States Government and Fermi Forward Discovery Group, LLC. The obligation is declared void if the Principal successfully fulfills all contract terms, conditions, agreements, and authorized modifications, and pays all required federal taxes withheld from wages in carrying out the contract. The document contains designated sections to record the names, business addresses, organization types, states of incorporation, and liability limits for the Principal and up to seven corporate or individual sureties (Sureties A through G). Detailed instructions mandate that corporate sureties must be approved by the Department of the Treasury, and that co-surety arrangements must collectively cover 100% of the bond's penal sum. It also details seal requirements, signature formatting, and references Paperwork Reduction Act standards.

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This document is a sample firm-fixed-price subcontract issued by Fermi Forward Discovery Group, LLC (FFDG) under Department of Energy Prime Contract No. 89243024CSC000002. It outlines the contractual agreement for construction work at the Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory in Batavia, Illinois. The scope of work requires the selected subcontractor to provide all labor, materials, equipment, and safety oversight necessary to complete the project within a specified number of calendar days following the Notice-to-Proceed. FFDG's liability is strictly capped at the agreed-upon firm-fixed-price and any authorized change orders. Invoicing and payment terms dictate that monthly progress payments will be distributed based on an approved, cost-loaded schedule. FFDG will retain 10% of these progress payments until final project completion and acceptance, though this retention may be reduced for satisfactory progress. FFDG reserves the right to withhold payments for defective work, third-party claims, or failure to submit required monthly progress reports. Subcontract administration is strictly managed by the designated FFDG Procurement Representative, who holds sole authority to modify the agreement's terms, schedule, or pricing. A Technical Representative will monitor performance and clarify technical requirements. Upon project completion, the subcontractor must assist with administrative closeout activities to receive final payment. Incorporated references include the Statement of Work, FFDG General Terms and Conditions for Construction, environment and safety requirements, performance and payment bonds, and Davis-Bacon wage determinations.