Electrical Addition - Warmwater Aquiculture Research Center - Stoneville, MS

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document contains the drawings for the "Hatchery Complex Electrical Distribution Addition" project at the Warmwater Aquaculture Research Unit in Stoneville, Mississippi. It details the electrical infrastructure, including site plans, power distribution, single-line diagrams, and panel schedules.

• Title Sheet (T1): Project identification, A/E contract and task order numbers.
• Legend and Abbreviations (E1): Defines symbols, abbreviations, and general electrical notes relevant to the project.
• Site Plan (E2): Illustrates the layout of existing and proposed electrical infrastructure on the site, including power poles, transformers, and underground lines.
• Power Plan (E3): Shows the distribution of power to various buildings and new installations.
• Details (E4): Provides specific installation details for power poles, grounding, and receptacles.
• Existing Single Line (E5): Depicts the current electrical system configuration.
• New Single Line (E6): Outlines the proposed electrical system configuration.
• Panel Schedules (E7): Lists the circuits, loads, and breaker details for various electrical panels (P.84.N, P.84.S, P.GH.N, P.GH.S).

These drawings are critical for bidders to understand the scope of the electrical work, including new installations, demolitions, and modifications to the existing electrical system. They provide the technical specifications and layout required for accurate bidding and execution of the project.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a General Decision Number (MS20260046) dated 05/18/2026, which provides prevailing wage rates for building construction in Mississippi Counties. It serves as a reference for contractors to ensure compliance with labor standards.

• Geographic Area: Mississippi Counties including Attala, Bolivar, Carroll, Coahoma, Grenada, Holmes, Humphreys, Leflore, Montgomery, Panola, Quitman, Sunflower, Tallahatchie, Washington, and Yalobusha.
• Construction Type: Building.
• Classifications and Rates: Lists specific job classifications (e.g., Ironworker, Structural; Plumber; Truck Driver; Sheet Metal Worker; Electrician; Carpenter) with their corresponding prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits.
• Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave): Notes that this EO applies to contracts awarded on or after January 1, 2017, requiring contractors to provide employees with paid sick leave.
• Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage): Outlines the applicability of this EO to contracts awarded between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022, and the minimum wage requirements.
• Appeals Process: Details the procedure for appealing wage determination matters.

Bidders must review these wage rates to accurately estimate labor costs for their proposals. Compliance with the specified prevailing wages and any associated Executive Orders (EO 13706 and EO 13658) is a mandatory requirement for federal contractors. Failure to adhere to these wage determinations can result in penalties.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "ATTACHMENT 1 - SPECIFICATIONS.pdf", contains the detailed specifications for the "HATCHERY COMPLEX ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION ADDITION" project at the WARMWATER AQUACULTURE RESEARCH UNIT in Stoneville, Mississippi. It outlines the technical requirements and standards for the electrical work to be performed.

• Project Scope: Refurbishing and upgrading the existing electrical distribution system.
• Location: USDA/ARS Warmwater Aquaculture Research Unit, Stoneville, MS.
• Principal Features of Work: Includes coordination with local utility for a new pole-mounted service, furnishing and installing a new diesel generator, demolition of existing normal and emergency service, installation of new underground service to B84 and the greenhouse area, and rework of existing circuitry.
• Divisions Covered: Includes "General Requirements" (Division 01) and "Electrical" (Division 26), and "Utilities" (Division 33).
• Referenced Standards: Numerous industry standards are referenced, including those from ASTM, IEEE, NFPA, NEMA, UL, and others, covering various aspects of electrical work, safety, and materials.

This document is crucial for potential bidders as it details the specific technical requirements, materials, and standards for the electrical distribution addition. Understanding these specifications is essential for accurately estimating costs, developing proposals, and ensuring compliance during project execution. It outlines the scope of work, key deliverables, and the quality standards expected for the electrical components and systems.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for an "Electrical Addition" at the Warmwater Aquiculture Research Unit (WARU) in Stoneville, MS. The government is procuring construction services for this addition.

• The contractor shall provide an "Electrical Addition" as detailed in Attachment 1 – Specifications and attached Drawings.

• An itemized cost breakdown quote/proposal is required for each line item, detailing material quantities and unit prices, labor costs, equipment rental/operation, overhead, profit, and sales tax.

• The cumulative total for overhead and profit for all subcontractors and the prime contractor shall not exceed 30 percent. For prime contractors only, it shall not exceed 20 percent.

• Award Type: Firm-fixed price construction contract.

• Period of Performance: 183 days from issuance of the Notice to Proceed.

• Proposal Submission: Electronic copy via email to the Contracting Officer/Contract Specialist/Purchasing Agent in Adobe PDF format.

• Key Deadlines: Site Visit is June 8, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Questions are due no later than 72-hours prior to the "Date Offers Due" (not specified in this document).

• Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made based on the lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) evaluation method.

• Offerors must provide pricing for all items to be considered responsive.

• Qualification Requirements: Offerors, or the product or service, are not required to meet a qualification requirement to be eligible for award.

• Active registration at SAM.gov is required at the time of quote submission.

• Attachments referenced include: Attachment 1 – Specifications, Attachment 2 – Wage Determination, and Attachment 3 - Drawings.

• A Site Visit is scheduled for June 8, 2026. A limit of 3 individuals per contractor is allowed.

• Questions regarding the site visit should be submitted to Angela Wingert at angela.wingert@usda.gov.

• The offeror agrees to hold prices firm for 90 calendar days from the date specified for receipt of offers.

• Performance and Payment Bonds will be required after award.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the "WARU Electrical Addition" project. The contractor will be responsible for providing all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision to complete an electrical addition at the Warmwater Aquiculture Research Unit located in Stoneville, Mississippi. This is a total small business set-aside.

• Completion of the Electrical Addition at the Warmwater Aquiculture Research Unit.

• Adherence to attached Specifications, Drawings, and General Wage Determination MS20260046, Mod. 1.

• The performance period is 183 calendar days after receiving notice to proceed.

• The NAICS Code is 238210 (Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Contractors) with a size standard of $19 million.

• Offers are due by 1600 local time on 06/17/2026.

• Offers must be submitted in original and [number not specified] copies to the address in Item 8.

• Sealed envelopes must be marked with the offeror's name and address, solicitation number, and due date/time.

• Offers will be publicly opened at the due date and time if it is a sealed bid solicitation.

• Offers must allow for Government acceptance for a minimum of [number not specified] calendar days.

• This is a total small business set-aside.

• The document is a Standard Form 1442 (Rev. 12/2022).

• Performance and payment bonds are mandatory.