Defense Supply Center Richmond B46 Generator Tie In
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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), through its DCSO Richmond Division #1 office, is soliciting bids for a Generator Tie-In project at Building 46 within the Defense Supply Center Richmond (DSCR), VA. This is an Invitation for Bid (IFB), 100% set aside for Small Businesses, with an estimated magnitude of construction between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000. The resulting contract will be a firm-fixed price award with a 365-day period of performance. Bids are due May 26, 2026, at 11:59 PM.
Project Scope
The project involves enabling generators at DSCR Building 46 to power the entire building's electrical load, upgrading from their current limited capacity. This includes the installation of a generator tie-in system, structural modifications, electrical work, demolition of existing concrete equipment pads, installation of new concrete pads, and rerouting/installation of electrical power systems (busways and wireways). All building power outages must occur on weekends, holiday breaks, or when the building is unoccupied. The contractor is not required to provide backup generators for weekend outages. Compliance with UFC, IBC, ASCE 7, and ACI 318 is required.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price Invitation for Bid (IFB)
- Solicitation Number: SP4703-26-B-0001
- Period of Performance: 365 days from Notice to Proceed (NTP)
- Estimated Magnitude: Between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000
- NAICS Code: 238210 (Electrical Contractors), Small Business Size Standard: $19M
- Liquidated Damages: $1,000 per calendar day of delay
- Wage Determination: Subject to U.S. Department of Labor Wage Decision VA20260007 01/02/2026.
Key Requirements & Eligibility
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business Set-Aside
- Office Location: Offerors must have a physical office within 120 miles of Defense Supply Center Richmond, 6090 Strathmore Road, Richmond, VA 23237.
- SAM Registration: Required prior to award.
- DBIDS Enrollment: Required for installation access; must be completed five days before the site visit.
- Bid Guarantee: Required, at least 20% of the bid price (not to exceed $3 million).
Submission & Evaluation
- Site Visit: May 14, 2026, at 10:00 AM. DBIDS enrollment required.
- Questions Due: May 15, 2026, end of day, via email to Brandon.Jump@dla.mil.
- Bids Due: May 26, 2026, 11:59 PM. Bids must be delivered via DOD SAFE. Interested parties must contact the Contract Specialist by 12:00 PM ET one day prior to the bid due date to receive a "Drop Off Request."
- Electronic Bid Opening: May 27, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET via teleconference.
- Award Basis: Single award to the lowest responsible, responsive bidder based on the total bid price. A pre-award survey will be conducted.
- Bid Content: All CLINs must include pricing. A signed BID letter, SF1442, and SF30 acknowledgment of all amendments are required. A physical copy of the Bid Guarantee with a raised seal must be submitted within 72 hours upon request from the apparent low bidder.
Updates
Revised Attachment 1 - Plans have been issued, with redactions on page E-001 removing specific language about the portable generator.