Construct Tool and Die Facility, Iowa Army Ammunition Plant
ID: W9128F25SS004Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW071 ENDIST OMAHAOMAHA, NE, 68102-4901, USA

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Industrial Building Construction (236210)

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CONSTRUCTION OF GOVERNMENT-OWNED CONTRACTOR-OPERATED (GOCO) R&D FACILITIES (Y1HA)

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https://sam.gov/opp/9c44485882d4446fa2a889b20d906a1a/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers-Omaha District, is seeking qualified contractors for the construction of a Tool and Die Facility at the Iowa Army Ammunition Plant in Middletown, Iowa. This project involves renovating an existing facility and constructing an additional 56,000 square feet of industrial space, with a focus on enhancing worker safety, operational efficiency, and compliance with Department of Defense standards, including sustainability measures targeting LEED Silver certification. The estimated cost for this initiative ranges between $25 million and $100 million, with a performance period of 630 days following the Notice to Proceed. Interested parties must submit their responses by March 28, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Jessica Beckman at Jessica.L.Beckman@usace.army.mil or Phillip Wickham at Phillip.L.Wickham@usace.army.mil.

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    Design_Tool and Die_IAAP.pdf
    The Iowa Army Ammunition Plant is planning to construct a new Tool and Die Facility aimed at enhancing worker safety, operational efficiency, and overall capabilities in munitions production. The facility, approximately 59,000 square feet, will utilize modern construction methods and comply with Department of Defense standards, including energy efficiency requirements outlined in the ASHRAE guidelines. The design emphasizes sustainability, targeting a LEED Silver certification and integrating standards for safety, structural integrity, and environmental consciousness. Project specifications cover site planning, water supply, wastewater management, structural considerations, fire protection, and security compliance. Additionally, the construction will adhere to architectural and mechanical design criteria that promote a functional and aesthetically pleasing workplace. The project aligns with federal mandates for resilient infrastructure development while ensuring minimal disruption and effective resource allocation during construction. This initiative represents a significant investment by the Department of Defense in improving its operational facilities within the Iowa Army Ammunition Plant.
    Sources Sought_Tool and Die IAAP.pdf
    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers-Omaha District has issued a Sources Sought Notice for the construction of a Tool and Die Facility at the Iowa Army Ammunition Plant in Middletown, Iowa. The purpose of this notice is to identify potential small and large businesses capable of executing this project, which includes renovating the existing facility and constructing an additional 56,000 square feet of industrial space. The estimated solicitation will be published in May/June 2025, and interested parties must submit their responses by March 28, 2025. Respondents are required to provide company information, registration status in the System for Award Management (SAM), North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) codes, business classification, and relevant experience in industrial construction. Specific questions relate to past performance on similar projects, capabilities in equipment installation, and capacity for handling large-scale construction tasks. The project is estimated to cost between $25 million and $100 million, with a performance period of 630 days after receiving a Notice to Proceed. The government will keep all submissions confidential and will not consider unsolicited proposals.
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