Defense Supply Center Richmond B46 Generator Tie In
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is soliciting bids for a Generator Tie-In project at Defense Supply Center Richmond (DSCR), VA, specifically for Building 46. This is an Invitation for Bid (IFB), structured as a firm-fixed-price award with a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside. The project aims to upgrade Building 46's generator capacity to power the entire building's electrical load. The estimated magnitude of construction is between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000. Bids are due May 26, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The project involves the installation of a generator tie-in system for Building 46, including structural modifications, electrical work, demolition of existing concrete pads, and installation of new concrete pads. Key electrical work includes rerouting and installing power systems, busways, and wireways. The intent is to reuse existing underground conduit infrastructure for the T58-to-ATS-B feeder. Contractors are not required to provide backup generators for weekend power outages. All building power outages must occur on weekends, holiday breaks, or when the building is unoccupied.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price
- Period of Performance: 365 days from Notice to Proceed (NTP)
- NAICS Code: 238210 (Electrical Contractors), Small Business Size Standard: $19M
- Wage Determination: Subject to U.S. Department of Labor Wage Decision VA20260007
- Liquidated Damages: $1,000 per calendar day for delays
Eligibility & Set-Aside
This acquisition is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside. Bidders must have a physical office within 120 miles of Defense Supply Center Richmond, VA. Contractors must be registered in SAM.gov prior to award.
Submission & Evaluation
- Site Visit: May 14, 2026, at 10:00 AM. DBIDS enrollment required five days prior.
- Questions Due: May 15, 2026, end of day, via email to Brandon.Jump@dla.mil.
- Bids Due: May 26, 2026, 11:59 PM ET. Bids must be delivered via DOD SAFE. Interested parties must contact the Contract Specialist by 12:00 PM ET on May 25, 2026, to receive a "Drop Off Request."
- Electronic Bid Opening: May 27, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET via teleconference.
- Bid Guarantee: Required, at least 20% of the bid price (not to exceed $3 million).
- Award Basis: Single award to the lowest responsible, responsive bidder based on total bid price. All CLINs must include pricing.
Key Updates
Recent updates clarify that the T58-to-ATS-B feeder on Sheet E-602 should be identified as 3200.4U, indicating reuse of existing underground conduit. Additionally, the contractor is not required to provide backup generators for weekend outages.