Dust Collection System Evaluation

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (A0002) to solicitation FN1609-26 modifies the following:

• Site Visit Date: The site visit date for Ashland, KY has been rescheduled to Wednesday, May 20, 2026.
• Offer Due Date: The due date for offers has been extended to Thursday, May 28, 2026.

This amendment impacts the timeline for the solicitation. Specific sections of the original solicitation are not detailed here, but the overall submission deadline and site visit schedule have been altered.

Potential bidders should note the extended offer due date of May 28, 2026, and the new site visit date of May 20, 2026. All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged.

Amendment / Modification

• The offer due date has been extended to May 21, 2026.

• The offer due date is the only section explicitly mentioned as changed.

• The proposal deadline has been extended to May 21, 2026. All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document appears to be a pricing sheet or a component of a larger bid package, specifically detailing items related to an "Evaluation of Dust Collection Systems." It is presented as an Excel spreadsheet with a sheet labeled "IGE."

• Item 1: "Dust Collection System Eval."
• Short Text: "Dust Collection System Eval."
• Net Price: Not specified.
• Price Unit: Not specified.
• Total Price: Not specified.
• Location: Not specified.

This document is likely intended for bidders to provide pricing information or to understand the cost components associated with evaluating dust collection systems. Bidders should review this sheet to determine if they need to provide specific pricing for this item or if it represents a government-estimated cost for evaluation purposes. The lack of specific pricing details in the provided text suggests that further information or context may be required from the solicitation itself.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is the "CRIMINAL HISTORY CHECK" form, specifically the "AUTHORIZATION FOR RELEASE OF INFORMATION" required by the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP). It is used to obtain an individual's criminal history background, which is a prerequisite for entering or serving at a BOP facility.

• Personal identifying information: Name, Address, Phone Number, Aliases/Nicknames, Citizenship, Social Security Number, Date of Birth, Sex, Race, Height, Weight, Color of Eyes, Color of Hair, Place of Birth.
• Applicant's signature and date to confirm the information is true and correct.
• Privacy Act Notice detailing the authority for collecting information, its purposes (e.g., fitness for Federal employment, contractual service, security clearance), and the effects of non-disclosure (voluntary submission, but failure to provide may result in denial of entry, clearance, or employment).
• A Spanish-language version of the form is provided as a template for assistance, with a disclaimer that it is for instructional purposes only and should not be filled in.

Bidders or individuals associated with a bid may be required to complete and submit this form as part of the pre-employment or pre-contractual screening process for opportunities involving the Federal Bureau of Prisons. Failure to provide the requested information may impact an individual's ability to be considered for or to perform contractual services.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Business Management Questionnaire designed to gather information about a firm's past performance and financial stability. It is used by the government to assess the responsibility of a prospective contractor in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 9.

Section I: Past Performance

• Requires details on up to five similar Government or commercial contracts performed.
• Information requested includes:
  • Customer name and address
  • Name, telephone number, and type of contract for the cognizant Contracting Officer
  • Contract number and amount
  • Contract status (active or complete)
  • Percent of facility and staff devoted to the contract

Section II: Defaults

• Requires information on any contracts awarded within the last 36 months where the firm was defaulted by any Federal agency.
• Details requested are similar to Section I, plus the reason for default.

Section III: Bank Reference

• Requires the bank's name, address, and a point of contact with a telephone number.

Bidders must complete this questionnaire accurately and thoroughly. The information provided will be used by the government to determine if the bidder is a responsible contractor capable of performing the contract requirements. Failure to provide complete and satisfactory information may impact a bidder's ability to be considered for award.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Standard Form 252 (SF 252), Architect-Engineer Contract. It is used to formally document an agreement between the Government and an Architect-Engineer or other professional services contractor for services related to architectural and engineering projects.

• Contract Number: Unique identifier for the contract.
• Date of Contract: The effective date of the agreement.
• Architect-Engineer Information: Name, address, and telephone number of the contractor.
• Government Agency: Department or agency awarding the contract, including address.
• Project Title and Location: Specifics about the project being contracted.
• Contract For: A general description of the services to be provided.
• Contract Amount: The total value of the contract, expressed in words and figures.
• Administrative, Appropriation, and Accounting Data: Financial and accounting details.
• Agreement Clause: A statement that the Government and the Architect-Engineer agree to perform the contract in accordance with identified clauses and documents.
• Signatures: Sections for the Architect-Engineer or contractor and the Contracting Officer to sign, along with their typed names and titles.

This form is essential for understanding the contractual terms and conditions once an award is made. Bidders should be aware of the type of information that will be formalized in such a contract, including project scope, value, and parties involved. It serves as the official record of the agreement.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Standard Form 330 (SF 330), "Architect-Engineer Qualifications." It is used by federal agencies to obtain information from architect-engineer (A-E) firms regarding their professional qualifications for A-E contracts. Agencies use this form to select firms based on demonstrated competence and professional qualifications, and to negotiate contracts at a fair and reasonable price.

Part I - Contract-Specific Qualifications:

• Section A: Contract Information: Details about the specific contract, including title, location, public notice date, and solicitation/project number.
• Section B: Architect-Engineer Point of Contact: Contact information for the firm's representative.
• Section C: Proposed Team: Information on the prime contractor and key subcontractors, including their roles.
• Section D: Organizational Chart: An organizational chart of the proposed team.
• Section E: Resumes of Key Personnel: Detailed qualifications, experience, education, and professional registrations for key personnel.
• Section F: Example Projects: Descriptions of up to ten projects that best illustrate the proposed team's qualifications, including project owner, scope, and relevance.
• Section G: Key Personnel Participation: A matrix showing which key personnel worked on the example projects.
• Section H: Additional Information: Space for any other information requested by the agency.
• Section I: Authorized Representative: Signature and details of the firm's authorized representative.

Part II - General Qualifications:

• Used for general qualifications of a firm or a specific branch office.
• Includes firm details, ownership, small business status, employee disciplines, and profile of experience and revenue for the last 5 years.
• Also includes annual average professional services revenues for the last 3 years (Federal, Non-Federal, Total).

This form is essential for any A-E firm seeking to bid on federal contracts. Bidders must accurately and thoroughly complete this form to demonstrate their qualifications, team capabilities, and past performance. It is the primary document used by agencies for evaluating and selecting A-E firms. Bidders should pay close attention to agency-specific instructions for completing this form, as they may supplement the standard requirements.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is a Request for Proposal (RFP) for engineering services to evaluate dust collection systems at Federal Prison Industries (UNICOR) wood furniture factories located in FCC Coleman, FL, and FCI Ashland, KY. The contractor will advise on and create a Statement of Work (SOW) for a replacement system that meets each factory's needs.

• Evaluate current dust collection systems and recommend specifications for new systems.

• Develop a SOW for purchasing and installing new dust collection systems.

• Provide technical evaluation of proposals for replacement systems.

• Draft a SOW for replacement systems.

• Provide descriptive literature and PDF drawings for installation and overview.

• This is a single award, fixed-price requirements type contract.

• Period of Performance: 60 days from award.

• Guaranteed Minimum Dollar Amount: $500.00.

• Maximum Not-to-Exceed Total Cost: $25,000.00.

• Offer acceptance period: 180 calendar days.

• Offerors must provide pricing for all line items for the location of interest.

• Proposals must be submitted by Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.

• Key submission requirements include SAM registration, pricing for each line item, and a Business Management Questionnaire with three references.

• Evaluation will be based on overall expected value, considering technical ability, past performance, and price.

• This requirement is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• NAICS Code: 541330

• Small Business Size Standard: $25.5 Million Annually.

• A site visit is required for both FPI Ashland (March 30, 2026) and FPI Coleman (April 1, 2026).

• Questions regarding requirements must be submitted in writing to Peyton Perry at peyton.perry@usdoj.gov by March 25, 2026.