FA910126RB011 FARM III RFP

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for construction and engineering activities supporting the Facilities Acquisitions for Restoration and Modernization (FARM) III program. The primary goal is to restore and modernize AEDC's plant and infrastructure systems while minimizing facility downtime and impact on existing test and development programs.

This SOW covers Design/Build, Construction, and Two-Phase Design/Build projects for mechanical, electrical, and Instrumentation, Data, and Control (ID&C) systems across all AEDC locations. Key areas include:

• Mechanical: Air ducts, expansion joints, valves, high-pressure piping, large pressure vessels, desiccant bed air dryers, turning vanes, cooling water/raw water pumps, hydraulic systems, steam distribution systems, chillers, refrigeration equipment, and heat exchangers.
• Electrical: Interior and exterior lighting, medium voltage gas insulated switchgear, unit substations, motor control centers, transformers, uninterruptible power supplies, ducting/vaults/cables, motor exciters, circuit breakers, power panels, and variable frequency drives.
• ID&C: PLC-based industrial control systems, high-speed facility control systems, controls software development, secure control systems, data logging systems, and control systems instrumentation.

Work will be performed primarily at Arnold AFB, TN, but also at additional AEDC Geographically Separated Units (GSUs), including NFAC (CA), Tunnel 9 (MD), 704th Test Group (NM), and others.

• Task Orders (TOs): Projects will be executed through individual TOs, which will define specific project requirements. TOs can be for Design/Build, Construction, or Two-Phase Design/Build.
• Submittals: Detailed requirements for shop drawings, product data, design data, test plans, certificates, manufacturer's instructions, O&M data, final design drawings, and record (as-built) drawings are outlined.
• Quality Control: A Quality Control Plan (QCP) is required for each TO.
• Scheduling: Project schedules must be time-phased Gantt charts. Integrated scheduling with AEDC operations is required, including coordination of outages with specific advance notice periods.
• Insurance: Minimum insurance coverage requirements are specified.
• Design: Section 3 details the design process, including professional engineering services, requirements, energy and environmental considerations, drawings, specifications, and submittal requirements for various design stages (30%, 60%, 90%, Final).
• Construction: Section 4 outlines construction phase requirements, including job conditions, protection of existing improvements, tool control, EPA-designated items, elimination of ODS chemicals, lead-based paint abatement, asbestos, hazardous waste management, welding/brazing, excavation, and painting.
• Post-Award: A mandatory post-award conference is required.
• Work Security: Compliance with all security directives and access control requirements is mandatory.

This is a firm-fixed-price (FFP), Indefinite-Delivery Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract. TOs will be competed using Fair Opportunity Proposal Requests (FOPRs) via Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) or full tradeoff selection processes.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC) FARM III contract. The requirement is being solicited as full and open competition using the Highest Technically Rated Offeror (HTRO) method for evaluation. The FARM III effort is a competitive, multiple-award, Indefinite-Delivery Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract. The scope includes design-build, construction, and two-phase design-build projects for mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, data, and control systems, and utilities. These projects will support plant and infrastructure sustainment, restoration, and modernization for military ground testing facilities at AEDC and its Geographically Separated Units (GSUs), ultimately supporting the research, development, test, and evaluation (RDT&E) mission.

• Design-build, construction, and two-phase design-build projects for mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, data, and control systems, and utilities.

• Support for plant and infrastructure sustainment, restoration, and modernization.

• Compliance with Joint Certification Program (JCP) and Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements will be implemented via task orders.

• Contract Type: Multiple Award IDIQ

• Pricing: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP)

• Number of Awards: Target eight contracts

• Total Estimated Value: Not to exceed $900 Million

• Period of Performance: Eight years total (three-year base period, one three-year option, one two-year option)

• Task Order Maximum: $50 Million per task order

• Contract Minimum: $1,000 per awardee (satisfied by a virtual Post-Award Conference task order).

• Post-Solicitation Conference: Virtual, 8 May 2026 (sign-up required by 4 May 2026).

• RFP Questions and Comments Due Date: 13 May 2026, 2:00 PM CDT.

• Proposal Due Date: 26 May 2026, 11:00 AM CDT, submitted via Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE).

• Evaluation Method: Highest Technically Rated Offeror (HTRO).

• Solicited as full and open competition.

• Contractors must acquire JCP certification and applicable CMMC level for select upcoming FARM orders.

• Communication with Government personnel regarding this source selection is prohibited prior to contract award, unless approved by the PCO.

• This RFP does not obligate the Government for any costs incurred by the contractor.

• The Government reserves the right not to award FARM III.

• Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense FAR Supplement (DFARS) changes may be incorporated.

• CMMC implementation phases are detailed, starting with self-assessments in Phase 1 (November 10, 2025) and progressing to third-party audits and government assessments in later phases.

• Attachments include: FARM III RFP SF1442 and FARM III RFP Questions Template.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document, "Attachment 6, Section L: Instructions to Offerors (ITO)" for the Facilities Acquisitions for Restoration and Modernization (FARM) III acquisition, provides detailed guidance to potential offerors on how to prepare and submit their proposals. It outlines the requirements for a complete and compliant response to the Request for Proposal (RFP).

• Proposal Compliance: Offerors must meet all solicitation requirements, including terms, conditions, representations, certifications, and technical requirements. Non-conformance may lead to unfavorable evaluation or rejection.

• Organizational Conflict of Interest (OCI): Offerors must address any actual or potential OCI and submit a Mitigation Plan. Failure to do so may result in proposal rejection.

• Proposal Structure: Proposals must be organized into three volumes: Volume I – Contract Documentation, Volume II – Work Sample Evaluation Documentation, and Volume III – Small Business Participation. Specific page limits and content requirements are detailed for each volume.

• Work Samples: Offerors must submit up to 20 work samples demonstrating their construction services experience, adhering to specific qualification criteria and self-scoring requirements.

• Small Business Participation: A detailed plan is required, outlining how offerors will ensure equitable opportunities for small businesses and meet DoD small business goals.

• Contract Type: Multiple Award Construction Indefinite-Delivery/Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract.

• Number of Awards: Target of eight contracts.

• Period of Performance: Three-year base period, one three-year option, and one two-year option.

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed-price (FFP) Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs).

• Submission Deadline: 11:00 am Central Daylight Time on 26 May 2026.

• Submission Method: Electronic submission via the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) Solicitation module. Hard copies will not be accepted.

• Evaluation Factors: Proposals will be evaluated based on Factor 1: Work Sample Evaluation and Factor 2: Small Business Participation.

• Small Business Participation: A Small Business Subcontracting Plan is a requirement for award for Other than Small Business (OTSB) offerors.

• Point of Contact: Mr. Robert Mosley, Procuring Contracting Officer (PCO) at robert.mosley.3@us.af.mil.

• Discrepancies: Offerors must notify the PCO in writing within five business days of solicitation release regarding any errors, omissions, or ambiguities.

• Amendments: Revisions or amendments will be available on SAM.gov and may extend the proposal due date.

• Electronic Documents: All referenced documents are available on www.SAM.gov and the PIEE Solicitation module.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Attachment L-2a, the Work Sample Cover Sheet for Prime Contract Effort. It is a form that offerors must complete to provide identification and contact information for work samples submitted as part of their proposal.

• Part I: Work Sample Identification: Requires Contractor Name, Contract Number, Order Number (if applicable), Customer, Total Period of Performance, Work Sample Value, and a unique Work Sample Identifier.
• Part II: Work Sample Information/Points of Contact (POCs): Requires contact information for at least two customer representatives (Program Manager, Contracting Officer, COR, etc.) for each work sample.
• Part III: Project Description: A section with a 900-character limit for offerors to provide a brief synopsis of the work sample. This description will not be evaluated.

Bidders must complete and submit this form for each work sample they provide. It serves as a cover sheet to identify the work sample and provide essential contact information for the government customer who performed or oversaw the work. The information in Part III offers a concise overview of the work sample's scope.

Other / Unclassified

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Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Attachment 5, titled "Small Business Subcontracting Plan," for the Facilities Acquisitions for Restoration and Modernization (FARM) III opportunity (FA9101-26-R-B011). It serves as a template for offerors to outline their plans for subcontracting with small businesses.

• Company Information: Fields for Company Name, Unique Entity Identifier (UID), CAGE Code, Address, and Date Prepared.
• Total Subcontracted Dollars: A table to detail the total contract value (sample $10,000,000.00), the combined total of subcontracted dollars (for small and other than small businesses), and the total subcontracted to small businesses (regardless of socioeconomic certifications).
• Subcontracting Goals for Small Business Concerns: Specific goals for subcontracting with various categories of small businesses, including:
  • Small businesses with no SBA socioeconomic certification
  • Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB)
  • Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
  • Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) small business
  • Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) (including 8(a), ANC, and Indian Tribes)
  • Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB)
• Description of Supplies and Services: Sections to identify the types of supplies and services planned for subcontracting to each small business category.
• Methods: Sections to describe methods used to develop goals and locate potential suppliers.
• Indirect Costs: A section to indicate if indirect costs were included in establishing subcontracting goals for different categories.
• Subcontracting Plan Administrator: Fields for the name, telephone, email, and duties of the administrator.
• Clause Inclusion Assurance: Details on including FAR clauses related to small business concerns and requirements for subcontractors.
• Reporting Requirements: Information on submitting periodic reports, Individual Subcontract Reports (ISR), and Summary Subcontract Reports (SSR) via the Electronic Subcontracting Reporting System (eSRS).
• Record Maintenance: Requirements for maintaining records related to subcontracting plan compliance.
• Good Faith Effort: Acknowledgment of making a good faith effort to acquire articles, equipment, supplies, services, or materials from small businesses.
• Payment Terms: Requirements for timely payment to small business subcontractors.
• Preparer Information: Signature, printed name, title, telephone, and email of the plan preparer.

This document is crucial for bidders as it outlines the government's expectations and requirements regarding small business subcontracting. Offerors must complete this plan to demonstrate their commitment to utilizing small businesses as subcontractors. The specific goals and reporting requirements detailed within will impact proposal preparation and subsequent contract performance. Bidders need to accurately assess their subcontracting capabilities and set realistic goals to meet the government's objectives.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Attachment L-6, a Teaming Agreement form, required as part of the solicitation package for FARM III (FA9101-26-R-B011). It is used to document agreements between an offeror (prime contractor) and potential team members.

• Offeror Name
• Team Member Name and Address
• Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) Code
• Unique Entity Identifier (UEI)
• Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN)
• Relationship to Prime Contractor (Subcontractor or Mentor-Protege)
• Primary construction category(ies) the team member will perform (Mechanical, Electrical, Facility Renovations)
• Name, Email Address, and Phone Number of the person authorized to obligate the Team Member Company
• Signatures and Dates of authorized representatives from both the Team Member Company and the Prime Contractor Company.

Bidders intending to form a team or subcontract with other entities for this opportunity must complete and submit this Teaming Agreement. It formalizes the relationship and outlines the roles and responsibilities of each party involved in the team.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC) Facilities Acquisitions for Restoration and Modernization (FARM) III Multiple Award, competitive, Indefinite-Delivery Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) acquisition. The scope includes design-build, construction, and two-phase design/build services for military ground testing facilities at Arnold AFB, TN, and its associated Geographically Separated Units (GSUs).

• Design-build, construction, and two-phase design/build services.

• Services include mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation, data, & control systems.

• Performance will be in accordance with Attachment 1, Statement of Work.

• Task Orders will be issued with specific requirements, fund cites, and performance periods.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP)

• Period of Performance: Eight years from award.

• Number of Awards: Target of eight contracts.

• Maximum Dollar Amount (Life of Contract): $900,000,000.00

• Guaranteed Minimum Amount (Life of Contract): $1,000.00

• Individual Task Order Minimum: $1,000.00

• Individual Task Order Maximum: $50,000,000.00

• Proposal Submission Deadline: May 26, 2026, 11:00 AM local time.

• Offer Acceptance Period: Minimum 120 calendar days.

• Offer guarantee is not required.

• Evaluation criteria are not detailed in this section but will be in Section M.

• Not specified in this section.

• The document includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses incorporated by reference and in full text, covering areas such as contract administration, payment, cybersecurity, and Buy American requirements.

• A detailed list of attachments is provided, including SOW, GFP, Wage Determinations, OCI Mitigation Plan, SB Subcontracting Plan, and various Section L and M documents.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Scheduled Government Furnished Property (GFP)", serves as Attachment 2 to the FARM III solicitation (FA9101-26-R-B011). It is a form designed to list and track Government Furnished Property (GFP) that will be provided to the contractor. This information is crucial for bidders to understand what property will be supplied by the government for use in fulfilling contract requirements.

• The form includes sections for both "Serialized Items List" and "Non-Serialized Items List".
• Fields include Contract Number, Attachment Number, Procurement Instrument Type Code, Serialized Identifier, Order Number, DoD Enterprise Identifier, Year, and Non-DoD Number.
• For listed items, details such as Description, CAGE, Marking Instr, Model #, NSN, Nomen, Part #, Part or Ident #, Qty, Serial #, Type Designator, Unit Acq Cost, Unit of Measure, and "Use As Is" are to be provided.
• A specific entry notes "To Be Determined for Each Task Order" for the description, indicating that the exact GFP will be specified per task order.

This attachment is essential for bidders to assess the resources provided by the government. It helps in planning for the use of GFP, understanding potential costs associated with its management or integration, and ensuring that all necessary property will be available to perform the work outlined in the solicitation. Bidders should review this document to confirm the availability and nature of government-provided equipment and materials.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment 3: Wage Determinations," is part of the Facilities Acquisitions for Restoration and Modernization (FARM) III solicitation (FA9101-26-R-B011). It serves to inform potential bidders about wage determination requirements.

• The document states that specific Wage Determinations will be provided at the Task Order level.

This attachment indicates that bidders will need to consider specific wage determination requirements when preparing proposals for individual task orders issued under the FARM III contract. The exact wage rates and classifications will be detailed in subsequent task order solicitations.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is the "Offeror Company Information Form" (Attachment L-1) required as part of the FARM III solicitation (FA9101-26-R-B011). It is used to collect essential details about potential offerors.

• Company Name
• Address
• Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) Code
• Unique Entity Identifier (UEI)
• Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN)
• SAM.gov Registration Expiration Date
• Proposal Validity Statement
• Name, Email Address, and Phone Number of Proposal Point of Contact (POC)
• Name, Email Address, and Phone Number of Person(s) Authorized to Obligate the Company
• Name of Banking Institution
• Name, Email Address, and Phone Number of Banking Institution POC

Bidders must complete and submit this form as part of their proposal. It provides the government with critical information to verify the offeror's identity, financial standing, and contact details necessary for the solicitation process.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is the "Work Sample Cover Sheet - Subcontract Effort" (Attachment L-2b) for the FARM III RFP FA9101-26-R-B011. It is a form that must be completed by offerors to provide information about work samples submitted as part of their proposal, specifically for subcontracted efforts.

Part I: Work Sample Identification

• Prime Contractor Name
• Subcontractor Name
• Contract Number
• Order Number (if applicable)
• Customer (Office Symbol and Program Name)
• Total Period of Performance (Including Options)
• Work Sample Value (final or most recent total contract value, not subcontract value)
• Work Sample Identifier (unique identifier for the work sample)

Part II: Work Sample Information/Points of Contact (POCs)

• Requires contact information for at least two POCs per work sample, who are or were involved with the contract/task order.

Part III: Project Description

• A section with a 900-character limit to provide a brief synopsis of the work sample. This description will not be evaluated.

Bidders must use this form to document and identify the work samples they are submitting to demonstrate their capabilities. It requires specific details about the prime contract, the subcontractor's role, performance period, value, and contact information for relevant personnel. The synopsis section allows for a concise overview of the work sample's relevance.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is the "L-3 Cross Reference Matrix" attachment for the FARM III solicitation (FA9101-26-R-B011). It serves as a tool for bidders to map their submitted Work Samples (WS) against the solicitation's qualification and scoring criteria.

• Offeror Name: Bidders must fill in their company name.
• Work Sample (WS) Qualification: Bidders must indicate if their WS meets the qualification criteria (Section L Paragraph 3.2.2.1), including completion status (within the last five years or at least 75% complete as of April 2026) and whether it's a Prime or Subcontractor WS.
• Scoring Criteria Mapping: Bidders must indicate which subcategories (Mechanical Systems M1-M10, Electrical Systems E1-E8, Facility Renovations FR) their WS qualifies for by marking the corresponding columns with an "X".
• Facility Renovation Elements: Specific columns track if at least five of the seven FR Elements for 20,000 sq ft of facility space were addressed.
• DoD Installation Projects: Details on the total dollar value of the contract, points earned, and subcategories scored for WS involving construction services on a DoD Installation.
• Design and Build Efforts: Indicates if the WS was a Design/Build contract.
• CPARS/CPARS Equivalent: Notes if Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) or equivalent data was submitted for the WS.
• References: For each criterion marked, bidders must provide page numbers from Volume II of their submission (e.g., SOW, Contract Award Document, drawings) to support their claims.

This matrix is crucial for bidders to demonstrate how their proposed Work Samples meet the specific requirements and scoring criteria outlined in the solicitation. Accurate completion and referencing are essential for proposal evaluation.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an Excel spreadsheet containing a scoring matrix for the FARM III opportunity (FA9101-26-R-B011). It is intended for offerors to self-score their proposals based on specific criteria.

• Instructions Sheet: Provides guidance on how to complete the scoring matrix, including:
  • Entering data only in yellow cells.
  • Specifying the Offeror's name.
  • Filling in self-score points for work performed by the Prime and Teaming Subcontractors for various categories (Mechanical Systems, Electrical Systems, Facility Renovations, Project Management, Development, and Design).
  • Rules for point summation and limits for prime vs. subcontractor work.
  • Details on how CPARS/CPARS Equivalent data submissions contribute to bonus scores.
• Self Score Sheet: Contains the detailed scoring categories and subcategories, with maximum points and fields for offerors to input their proposed scores. It also includes sections for Project Management, Development, and Design, and a CPARS/CPARS Equivalent Data Submission section.
• Sheet1: Outlines CPARS ratings and their associated scores, linking them to specific subsections.

This scoring matrix is crucial for bidders to understand how their proposals will be evaluated. It details the specific technical areas (Mechanical Systems, Electrical Systems, Facility Renovations, Project Management, Development, and Design) and the weight assigned to each. Bidders must use this document to calculate their self-score, ensuring they adhere to the instructions and submission limits. The CPARS section indicates how past performance can contribute to a bonus score. Understanding this matrix is essential for preparing a competitive proposal.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Attachment L-5, the Past Performance Rating Form, for the FARM III solicitation (FA9101-26-R-B011). It is a Source Selection Sensitive Information document used in accordance with FAR 2.101 & 3.104.

• Past Performance Project Identification: To be filled out by the Offeror, this section requires details such as Contractor Name, Contract Number, Order Number (if applicable), Project Title, and Total Period of Performance.
• Past Performance Reference Information: To be filled out by the Rater (Government). This section includes fields for the Rater's Name, Title, Agency/Customer, Phone Number, and Email.
• Adjectival Ratings: The form provides a rating scale (Exceptional, Very Good, Satisfactory, Marginal, Unsatisfactory) with definitions for six criteria: Quality, Schedule, Cost Control, Management, Small Business Subcontracting, and Regulatory.
• Additional Comments: A section for detailed comments to substantiate ratings, particularly for Marginal or Unsatisfactory ratings, or to note if a criterion was not rated.

This form is crucial for bidders as it outlines the criteria and rating system the Government will use to evaluate their past performance. Offerors will need to provide the requested project identification information. The Rater's completed form will be returned to the Offeror for submission with their proposal, as per the Government's Instructions for Offerors. Understanding these rating criteria is essential for preparing a comprehensive and competitive proposal.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment 6_L-7 Small Business Participation Proposal," is a form for offerors to complete as part of their proposal submission. It requires information regarding the prime offeror's size and applicable socioeconomic categories, as well as methods to ensure small businesses have equitable opportunities to compete on task orders and to develop subcontracting goals.

• Prime Offeror's Size: Section requires checking boxes to indicate if the prime offeror is "Other than Small Business" or categorized as a Small Business (including SDB, WOSB, HUBZone, SDVOSB).
• Equitable Opportunities Methods: Sections for detailing methods to ensure small businesses have equitable opportunities to compete on all task orders (TOs).
• Subcontracting Goals Methods: Sections for detailing methods to develop subcontracting goals to meet and exceed Department of Defense (DoD) small business goals in all TOs.
• Outreach Methods: Sections for outlining outreach methods to be utilized in locating small businesses for subcontracting on all TOs.
• Additional Information: A section to include any additional information not covered in previous sections.

This form is critical for bidders to accurately represent their company's size and socioeconomic status, and to outline their strategies for small business participation and subcontracting. Completing this form correctly is likely a requirement for proposal evaluation and may impact the overall assessment of the offeror's commitment to small business utilization.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the evaluation factors for award for the Facilities Acquisitions for Restoration and Modernization (FARM) III IDIQ Multiple Award Task Order Contract (MATOC). The government is conducting a competitive best value source selection.

• The primary evaluation factors are Work Sample Evaluation and Small Business Participation.

• Offerors must achieve a minimum validated HTRO score of 12,000 points for the Work Sample Evaluation to be eligible for award.

• Proposals must demonstrate an acceptable approach to meeting Small Business Program objectives, including equitable opportunities for small businesses, developing subcontracting goals, and utilizing outreach methods.

• The IDIQ contract has a ceiling of $900M for eight years, including a three-year base ordering period and one three-year option and one two-year option.

• Funding will be determined at the individual Task Order (TO) level.

• A minimum guaranteed TO of $1,000.00 will be awarded for a virtual Post-Award Conference.

• The evaluation methodology is an integrated assessment, not a tradeoff.

• Offerors will self-score their proposals based on criteria in Section L.

• The government will validate the highest proposed self-scores.

• Discussions may be conducted at the government's discretion.

• Final Proposal Revisions (FPRs) may be requested after discussions.

• Cost/Price will be evaluated at the TO level, not for the IDIQ award.

• Up to eight contracts will be awarded to the Highest Technically Rated Offerors (HTROs) with acceptable Small Business Participation.

• Other-than small businesses (OTSBs) must submit an acceptable Small Business Subcontracting Plan.

• Offerors must be deemed responsible and meet bonding capacity requirements.

• Organizational Conflicts of Interest (OCI) will be reviewed.

• The government reserves the right to award any number of contracts, or none, based on best interest.

• Tie-breaking procedures are outlined, prioritizing initial scores and then specific project dollar values.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment 4 OCI Mitigation Plan," is part of the Facilities Acquisitions for Restoration and Modernization (FARM) III solicitation (FA9101-26-R-B011). It serves as a template or requirement for contractors to submit an Organizational Conflict of Interest (OCI) Mitigation Plan if required by the solicitation.

• The document is titled "OCI Mitigation Plan."
• It is designated as "Attachment 4" for solicitation FA9101-26-R-B011.
• It states that the "OCI Mitigation Plan will be submitted by contractors if required."

Potential bidders should note that the submission of an OCI Mitigation Plan may be a requirement for this solicitation. They will need to consult the main solicitation document to determine if an OCI Mitigation Plan is required and, if so, what specific content and format are expected.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding the FARM III Request for Proposal (RFP), clarifying various aspects of the solicitation.

• RFP Response Time: The Government will provide at least 30 days for RFP responses, not the requested six weeks.
• On/Off Ramp Procedures: While RFP Attachment 1, Statement of Work (SOW), Section 6 describes on/off ramp procedures and expects good faith participation in Task Order (TO) competitions, there is no mandated minimum participation rate for proposing on TOs.
• Project Labor Agreements (PLAs): PLAs will be required on projects over $35M, unless an exception applies, per FAR 22.5.
• Bonding Requirements: The $50M single / $100M aggregate bonding requirement is driven by projected workload and the need for awardees to execute TOs up to $50M. The Government determined these thresholds based on projected workload and to ensure awardees can execute multiple TOs concurrently.
• Joint Ventures (JVs) and Bonding: If a JV is formed or an existing JV proposes, the JV is considered the Prime contractor and must meet the bonding requirements described in Section L-3.1.3.2. The method for the JV to achieve its bonding certification is up to the JV.
• Formal Exception to Bonding: Offerors who cannot provide the minimum bonding certification qualifications will not be considered for award, as stated in Section L-3.1.3.2(b).
• Past Performance: If a Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) rating is unavailable, Offerors can submit a CPARS equivalent using Attachment L-5, Past Performance Rating Form. Submissions using other templates or formats (including previously completed PPQs) will not be accepted.
• Teaming Partner Work Samples: Subcontractor work samples from formal teaming partners may be used for evaluation if they are identified as performing work in specific construction categories and a completed Attachment L-6, Teaming Agreement, is included.
• Refrigeration Tons Qualification: The HTRO Scoring Matrix will be updated to reflect a minimum qualification of 300 refrigeration tons for M10, instead of the previously requested 100 tons.
• Electrical Systems Category: The Government does not intend to add an additional category for "High voltage (> 35kV) substations, switches or distribution" to the Electrical Systems category in the HTRO Scoring Matrix.
• Facility Renovations Criteria: The criteria for "Facility Renovations" elements in the HTRO Scoring Matrix were deliberately established with at least five elements to represent challenging efforts that can be objectively quantified.

Several sections of the RFP, including Attachment 6 (Teaming Agreement) and the HTRO Scoring Matrix (Attachment L-4), will be updated based on these clarifications. Offerors must adhere to the specified bonding requirements and past performance submission formats.

Amendment / Modification

• This amendment (Amendment 03) incorporates the FARM III Draft RFP Questions and Answers (Q&A).

• The document itself is the Q&A package for the FARM III Draft RFP.

• No changes to proposal deadlines or submission requirements are mentioned in this amendment. Bidders should review the included Q&A for any clarifications that may impact their proposals.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document, "Section M - Evaluation Factors for Award" for the Facilities Acquisitions for Restoration and Modernization (FARM) III, outlines the criteria and methodology the government will use to evaluate proposals and select awardees for the Indefinite-Delivery/Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) Multiple Award Task Order Contract (MATOC).

• The government intends to award a target of eight contracts.

• The overall IDIQ ceiling is $900M for eight years (three-year base plus one three-year option and one two-year option).

• A minimum guaranteed task order of $1,000.00 for a Post-Award Conference will be awarded.

• The contract type is an IDIQ MATOC.

• The period of performance is eight years if all options are exercised.

• The total value of all task orders awarded under the IDIQ will not exceed $900M.

• This is a competitive best value source selection.

• Proposals will be evaluated based on two factors: Factor 1: Work Sample Evaluation and Factor 2: Small Business Participation.

• Cost/Price will not be evaluated at the TO level.

• Offerors will self-score their proposals using the HTRO methodology, which will be validated by the government.

• A minimum validated HTRO score of 12,000 points is required for eligibility.

• Small Business Participation will be assessed as "Acceptable" or "Unacceptable."

• "Unacceptable" ratings for Small Business Participation will result in an unawardable proposal.

• The government reserves the right to conduct discussions if deemed necessary.

• Final Proposal Revisions (FPRs) may be requested after discussions.

• Other-than small businesses (OTSBs) must have an acceptable Small Business Subcontracting Plan.

• The Small Business Subcontracting Plan is mandatory for award for OTSBs.

• The government will assess the extent to which offerors propose acceptable use of Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB), Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB), Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) Small Business, and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) concerns.

• The document references other attachments for detailed requirements (e.g., Section L for Offeror Company Information, Cross Reference Matrix, HTRO Scoring Matrix).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document, "Attachment 6, Section L - Instructions to Offerors (ITO)" for the Facilities Acquisitions for Restoration and Modernization (FARM) III acquisition (FA9101-26-R-B011), provides detailed instructions for preparing and submitting proposals. It outlines the requirements for a Multiple Award Construction Indefinite-Delivery/Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract with a target of eight contracts, featuring firm-fixed-price (FFP) CLINs, a three-year base period, and one three-year and one two-year option.

• Proposal Submission: Proposals must be submitted electronically via the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) by a specified date and time. Email submissions will not be accepted.

• Proposal Content: Proposals must be clear, concise, and demonstrate technical expertise and experience relevant to the Statement of Work (SOW).

• Organizational Conflict of Interest (OCI): Offerors must submit an OCI Mitigation Plan addressing any potential conflicts.

• Work Samples: Offerors must submit up to 20 work samples demonstrating past performance in construction services, adhering to specific qualification criteria and scoring matrices.

• Small Business Participation: Offerors must submit a separate volume detailing their plan for small business participation and subcontracting goals.

• Contract Type: Multiple Award Construction IDIQ with firm-fixed-price CLINs.

• Period of Performance: Three-year base period, one three-year option, and one two-year option.

• Bonding Requirements: Prime contractors must provide assertion of meeting bonding requirements, including a letter from an approved surety. Minimum qualifications include single bonding of $50M per project and an aggregate of $100M.

• Submission Deadline: Proposals are due by 11:00 am Central Time on .

• Evaluation Factors: Proposals will be evaluated based on Work Sample Evaluation and Small Business Participation.

• Proposal Organization: Proposals must be organized into three volumes: Volume I – Contract Documentation, Volume II – Work Sample Evaluation Documentation, and Volume III – Small Business Participation.

• Page Limits: Specific page limitations apply to various sections and volumes, with exceptions for cover pages, tables of contents, and glossaries.

• The document mentions DoD Small Business Goals (30% overall, with specific targets for HUBZone, SDVOSB, SDB, and WOSB) and requires a Small Business Subcontracting Plan for Other Than Small Business (OTSB) offerors.

• All referenced documents are available on www.SAM.gov and the PIEE Solicitation module.

• Offerors are responsible for understanding and utilizing the PIEE system.

• The Government reserves the right to award without discussions.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Attachment 5, the Small Business Subcontracting Plan for the Facilities Acquisitions for Restoration and Modernization (FARM) III opportunity (FA9101-26-R-B011). It outlines the requirements for offerors to detail their plans for subcontracting with small businesses.

• Company Information: Fields for Company Name, Unique Entity Identifier (UID), CAGE Code, Address, and Date Prepared.
• Total Subcontracted Dollars: A table to detail planned subcontracting amounts and percentages, including a government goal of 30% for total subcontracted to Small Business.
• Subcontracting Goals for Small Business Concerns: Specific goals for subcontracting with various categories of small businesses, including:
  • Small Business with no SBA socioeconomic certification (30% government goal)
  • VOSB (Veteran-Owned Small Business)
  • SDVOSB (Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business) (5% government goal)
  • HUBZone Small Business (3% government goal)
  • SDB (Small Disadvantaged Business, including 8(a), ANC, Indian Tribes) (5% government goal)
  • WOSB (Women-Owned Small Business) (5% government goal)
• Description of Supplies and Services: Sections to identify the types of supplies and services planned for subcontracting to different small business categories.
• Methods Used: Sections to describe methods for developing goals and locating potential suppliers.
• Indirect Costs: A section to indicate if indirect costs were included in establishing subcontracting goals.
• Subcontracting Plan Administrator: Fields to provide contact information for the designated administrator.
• Clause Inclusion Assurance: Details on including FAR clauses related to subcontracting and requirements for subcontractors.
• Reporting Requirements: Information on submitting periodic reports, Individual Subcontract Reports (ISR), and Summary Subcontract Reports (SSR) via the Electronic Subcontracting Reporting System (eSRS).
• Good Faith Effort: Acknowledgment of making a good faith effort to acquire articles, equipment, supplies, services, or materials from small businesses identified in the plan.
• Preparer Information: Signature block for the preparer of the plan.

This document is critical for offerors to understand the government's expectations regarding small business participation. Bidders must complete this plan accurately, detailing their strategies and commitments for subcontracting to various categories of small businesses. Failure to adequately address these requirements may impact proposal evaluation.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Attachment L-6, a Teaming Agreement form. It is intended to be completed by potential subcontractors or mentor-protege partners to formalize their agreement with the prime offeror for this solicitation.

• Offeror Name
• Team Member Name, Address, CAGE Code, UEI, and TIN
• Relationship to Prime Contractor (Subcontractor or Mentor-Protege)
• Primary construction category(ies) the team member will perform (Mechanical, Electrical, Facility Renovations)
• Contact information for the person authorized to obligate the team member company
• Signatures and dates for both the team member company and the prime contractor company.

Bidders intending to team with other companies for this opportunity must use this form to document their teaming arrangements. It requires specific identifying information about each team member and their role, as well as authorized signatures, which are likely necessary components of a compliant proposal submission.

Amendment / Modification

Amendment 02 to the Draft Request for Proposal (RFP) FA910126RB011 for Facilities Acquisitions for Restoration and Modernization (FARM) III includes the following:

• FARM III Draft RFP SF1442 Attachment 5 SBSP
• Revised FARM III Draft RFP SF1442 Attachment 6 Section L_V1
• Revised FARM III Draft RFP SF1442 Attachment 6 L-3 Cross Reference Matrix V1
• Revised FARM III Draft RFP SF1442 Attachment 6_L-4 HTRO Scoring Matrix_V1
• FARM III Draft RFP SF1442 Attachment 6_L-6 Teaming Agreements
• Revised FARM III Draft RFP SF1442 Attachment 7 Section M V1

This amendment modifies several attachments related to the RFP, including Sections L and M, and introduces new or revised attachments for SBSP, Cross Reference Matrix, HTRO Scoring, and Teaming Agreements.

Potential bidders should review the revised attachments and new documents to understand any changes to proposal submission requirements or evaluation criteria. The specific impact on proposal deadlines or submission rules is not detailed in this amendment notice, but bidders should assume these changes may affect their submissions.

Questions regarding this amendment should be directed to Contract Specialist Andrew Waggoner (andrew.waggoner.3@us.af.mil) or Contracting Officer Robert Mosley (robert.mosley.3@us.af.mil).

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Cross-Reference Matrix (Attachment L-3) intended to help offerors map their submitted Work Samples (WS) to the scoring criteria outlined in the solicitation for the FARM III opportunity (FA9101-26-R-B011). It guides bidders on how to demonstrate that their proposed solutions meet specific requirements.

• Offeror Name: A designated field for the bidder to enter their company name.
• Scoring Criteria Mapping: Sections for Mechanical Systems (M1-M10), Electrical Systems (E1-E8), and Facility Renovations (FR) elements. Bidders must indicate with an 'X' which subcategories their WS addresses.
• Reference Information: Fields to provide specific document references (e.g., Volume II PDF page numbers, SOW paragraphs, contract award documents) that support the claims made against each scoring criterion.
• Facility Renovation Elements: A specific check to ensure at least five out of seven FR elements are addressed.
• DoD Installation Projects: Criteria to document the total dollar value of the contract, points earned, and subcategories scored for construction services performed on DoD installations. Specific point values are assigned based on contract value ranges ($100K-$11M, $11M-$31M, >$31M).
• Design and Build Efforts: A field to indicate if the WS was a Design/Build contract.
• CPARS/CPARS Equivalent: A field to indicate if Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) or equivalent data was submitted for the WS.

This matrix is crucial for proposal preparation. Bidders must accurately complete this document to clearly demonstrate how their proposed Work Samples align with and satisfy the government's evaluation criteria. Failure to properly reference and map WS to the criteria may impact the evaluation and scoring of their proposal.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a self-scoring matrix (Attachment L-4) for the FARM III opportunity (FA9101-26-R-B011). It provides bidders with a framework to evaluate their own proposals against specific technical categories and project management criteria. Bidders are instructed to input data only into the yellow cells.

• Instructions Sheet: Details how to complete the scoring matrix, including specific instructions on filling out self-score points for prime and subcontractor work, summing points across categories, and utilizing CPARS/CPARS Equivalent data for bonus scores.
• Self Score Sheet: Contains categories for Mechanical Systems (3.2.2.1), Electrical Systems (3.2.2.2), Facility Renovations (3.2.2.3), Project Management (3.2.2.4), Development and Design (3.2.2.5), and CPARS/CPARS Equivalent Data Submission (3.2.2.6).
• Scoring Mechanics: Bidders self-score based on the number and type of work samples submitted for each category. Points are awarded for prime and subcontractor work, with specific limits and multiplication factors. A bonus score is available for submitting CPARS/CPARS Equivalent data.
• CPARS/CPARS Equivalent Data Submission: Allows for up to five submissions to potentially earn bonus points, with specific criteria for quality, management, cost control, etc.

This matrix is crucial for bidders to understand how their technical approach and past performance will be evaluated. It guides the preparation of proposal content related to experience in mechanical, electrical, and renovation systems, as well as project management and design. The self-scoring mechanism allows bidders to gauge their competitive standing and tailor their submissions to maximize their score according to the government's criteria. Bidders must carefully follow the instructions to ensure accurate self-scoring and to leverage potential bonus points.

Amendment / Modification

• Amendment 01 to the Draft Request for Proposal (RFP) FA910126RB011, Facilities Acquisitions for Restoration and Modernization (FARM) III, is issued to provide a link to the recording of the Draft HTRO Scoring Matrix and Draft Cross Reference Matrix Guide.

• This link will be published in the "Attachment/Links" section of the solicitation posting on SAM.gov.

• Not specified, but the amendment provides access to additional documentation.

• No changes to proposal deadlines or submission requirements are mentioned in this amendment. However, bidders should review the newly linked documents for potential impacts on their proposals.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document, "Section M: Evaluation Factors for Award" for the Facilities Acquisitions for Restoration and Modernization (FARM) III IDIQ contract, outlines the criteria and methodology the Government will use to evaluate proposals and select awardees. It details how offers will be assessed to determine the best value for the Government.

• Evaluation Basis: Competitive best value source selection, following FAR Subpart 15.103, DFARS Subpart 215.3, and DAFFARS Subpart 5315.3.

• Award Determination: Based on an integrated assessment of proposals, combining Highest Technically Rated Offeror (HTRO) Work Sample Evaluation ratings and acceptable Small Business Participation. This is not a tradeoff selection.

• Eligibility: Offerors must be deemed responsible, conform to solicitation requirements (including terms, conditions, representations, certifications), and meet requirements in Attachment 6, Section L.

• Other-than-Small Businesses (OTSBs): Must have an acceptable Small Business Subcontracting Plan.

• Contract Type: Indefinite-Delivery/Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) Multiple Award Task Order Contract (MATOC).

• Number of Awards: Target of eight contracts.

• IDIQ Ceiling: $900M over eight years (three-year base, one three-year option, one two-year option).

• Minimum Order: A single task order for a virtual Post-Award Conference at $1,000.00.

• Evaluation Factors:

  1. Work Sample Evaluation (Volume II)
  2. Small Business Participation (Volume III)

• Cost/Price: Not evaluated at the IDIQ level; will be evaluated at the Task Order (TO) level.

• Work Sample Evaluation: Based on Offeror self-scoring (Section L Attachment L-4) and Government validation. Minimum validated score of 12,000 points required for eligibility.

• Small Business Participation: Evaluated as "Acceptable" or "Unacceptable." An "Unacceptable" rating results in an unawardable proposal.

• Discussions: Government intends to award without discussions, but reserves the right to conduct them. Evaluation Notices (ENs) may be used for written exchanges.

• Final Proposal Revisions (FPRs): May be requested after discussions. Unsupported FPRs may be penalized.

• Tie Breakers: If scores are tied, initial scores (prior to CPARS Bonus points) and then "Total dollar value of construction services projects supporting DoD Installations" will be used.

• Small Business Participation: A key evaluation factor. Offerors must demonstrate an adequate approach to meeting Small Business Program objectives, including methods for ensuring equitable opportunities for small businesses in subcontracting and developing subcontracting goals.

• Proposals must be complete; missing volumes or information may lead to disqualification.

• "Correction potential" of proposals will be considered.

• Offeror responsibility will be determined, including bonding capacity and Organizational Conflict of Interest (OCI) resolution.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the basic requirements for construction and engineering activities supporting the Facilities Acquisitions for Restoration and Modernization (FARM) III effort. The primary goal is to acquire specialized and unique mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation, data, and control (ID&C) systems to restore and modernize AEDC's plant and infrastructure while minimizing facility downtime and impact on existing test and development programs.

The contractor will provide labor, materials, equipment, transportation, supervision, quality control, and other necessary items for design/build, two-phase design/build, and construction projects. Work will primarily be performed at Arnold AFB, TN, but also at other AEDC Geographically Separated Units (GSUs).

Key areas of work include:

• Mechanical: Air ducts, expansion joints, valves, high-pressure piping, large pressure vessels, desiccant bed air dryers, turning vanes, cooling water/raw water pumps, hydraulic systems, steam distribution systems, chillers, refrigeration equipment, and heat exchangers.
• Electrical: Interior and exterior lighting, medium voltage gas insulated switchgear, unit substations, motor control centers, transformers, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), ducting/vaults/cables, motor exciters, oil or gas circuit breakers, power panels/conduit/wiring, variable frequency drives, and facility-wide lightning protection systems.
• ID&C: Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)-based industrial control systems, high-speed facility control systems, controls software development and modification, data logging system design and integration, secure control systems, and control systems instrumentation design and integration.

Work will be performed primarily at Arnold AFB, TN, and at additional AEDC Geographically Separated Units (GSUs) including locations in California, Maryland, and New Mexico.

Projects will be executed through individual Task Orders (TOs), which can be:

• Design/Build: Contractor initiates and completes the design/build project.

• Construction: Contractor executes construction based on a complete design document package.

• Two-Phase Design/Build: Multiple contractors complete a percentage of the design, with one selected to complete the design and build.

• Project Administration: Management, planning, and reporting; contractor organization and project management; on-site supervision; and business relations.

• Quality Control Plan (QCP): Developed and submitted for approval, covering design and construction activities.

• Project Schedule: Time-phased Gantt charts using Microsoft Project or equivalent.

• Submittals: Detailed requirements for shop drawings, product data, test plans, certificates, manufacturer's instructions, and final design drawings.

• Insurance: Required coverage includes Workers' Compensation, General Liability, and Automobile Liability.

• Design: Professional engineering services, including mechanical, electrical, and ID&C disciplines. Designs must consider sustainability, energy conservation, and pollution prevention.

• Construction: Outlines requirements for the construction phase, including job conditions, protection of existing improvements, tool control, EPA-designated items, and hazardous waste management.

• Welding/Brazing: Requirements to meet ASME standards.

• Excavation: Requires dig permits and specific procedures for uncovering utilities.

• Painting: Requirements to comply with SSPC standards.

• Post Award Conference: Mandatory conference including a site visit, contractor orientation, and travel.

• Work Security: Compliance with all security directives and requirements on Arnold AFB.

• Acronyms: A comprehensive list of acronyms used throughout the document.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Draft Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC) Facilities Acquisitions for Restoration and Modernization (FARM) III contract. The Government is seeking feedback from industry partners to refine and clarify the Final RFP. This draft is for informational and planning purposes only and does not constitute an authorization to begin performance or obligate the Government to any costs.

The FARM III effort is a competitive, multiple-award, Indefinite-Delivery Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract. The scope includes design-build, construction, and two-phase design-build projects for mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, data, and control systems, and utilities. These projects will support plant and infrastructure sustainment, restoration, and modernization for military ground testing facilities at AEDC and its Geographically Separated Units (GSUs).

• Contract Type: Multiple Award IDIQ

• Pricing: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP)

• Number of Awards: Target eight contracts

• Total Estimated Value: Not to exceed $900 Million

• Period of Performance: Eight years total (three-year base period, one three-year option, one two-year option)

• Task Order Maximum: $50 Million per task order

• Contract Minimum: $1,000 per awardee (satisfied by a virtual Post-Award Conference task order)

• Evaluation Method: Highest Technically Rated Offeror (HTRO) method.

• Proposals for the Final RFP will be evaluated against Section M Evaluation Factors for Award.

• During the contract period, Fair Opportunity Proposal Requests (FOPRs) will be issued to IDIQ awardees for specific projects, with individual FFP task orders negotiated and issued.

• Pre-Solicitation Conference: Virtual conference on 6 March 2026. Respond for call-in information by 2:00 PM CT on 4 March 2026.

• Deadline for Questions & Comments on Draft RFP: 2:00 PM CT on 19 March 2026. Use the provided "FARM III Draft RFP Atch C Questions Template" for submissions.

Not specified in this document.

• Offerors are advised that the FAR is undergoing significant overhaul; changes adopted by DFARS prior to solicitation will be incorporated.
• Contact Mr. Andrew Waggoner (Contract Specialist) at andrew.waggoner.3@us.af.mil or Mr. Robert Mosley (Procuring Contracting Officer) at robert.mosley.3@us.af.mil for questions.
• Attachments include: FARM III Draft RFP SF1442, RFI #2 Q&A, and FARM III Draft RFP Questions Template.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Work Sample Cover Sheet - Subcontract Effort" (Attachment L-2b), serves as a cover sheet for submitting work samples as part of a subcontract effort. It requires specific information to identify and describe the work sample being provided.

Part I: Work Sample Identification

• Prime Contractor Name
• Subcontractor Name
• Contract Number
• Order Number (if applicable)
• Customer (Office Symbol and Program Name)
• Total Period of Performance (Prime contract, MM/YYYY – MM/YYYY)
• Contract / Order Value (final or most recent total contract value)
• Work Sample Identifier (unique identifier for the sample)

Part II: Work Sample Information/Points of Contact (POCs)

• Contact information for at least two Program Managers / Contracting Officers / CORs / Other Customer Representatives currently working the contract/task order, or the most recent POCs if the contract has ended.

Part III: Project Description

• A brief synopsis of the work sample, limited to 900 characters. This section is provided for informational purposes and will not be evaluated.

Bidders are required to complete and submit this form as part of their response, likely when providing work samples to demonstrate past performance or capabilities. It ensures that all necessary identifying and contact information for the work samples is provided in a standardized format.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Attachment C to the Draft Request for Proposal (RFP) FA9101-26-R-B011 for the Facilities Acquisitions for Restoration and Modernization (FARM) III program. It serves as a template for bidders to submit questions to the government regarding the draft RFP.

• The template includes columns for 'Number', 'Reference', 'Document Page/Paragraph #', 'Question', and 'Answer'.
• Bidders are instructed to enter references to specific documents, page numbers or paragraphs, their questions, and any anticipated answers.
• A sample entry is provided for guidance.

This template is crucial for bidders to formally submit their questions and seek clarifications on the draft solicitation. It guides them on how to structure their inquiries to ensure they are addressed by the government, thereby aiding in the preparation of a compliant and competitive proposal.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Draft Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC) Facilities Acquisitions for Restoration and Modernization (FARM) III. This is a Multiple Award, competitive, Indefinite-Delivery Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) acquisition for mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation, data, & control systems, design-build, construction, and two-phase design/build for military ground testing facilities at Arnold AFB, TN, and its associated Geographically Separated Units.

• Design-build, construction, and two-phase design-build work for military ground testing facilities.

• Services include mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, data, and control systems.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP)

• Period of Performance: Eight years from award.

• Estimated Number of Contracts: Target of eight.

• Maximum Dollar Amount: $900M over the life of the contract.

• Guaranteed Minimum Amount: $1K over the life of the contract.

• Proposal Submission Deadline: May 6, 2026, 05:00 PM local time.

• Offers must be accepted within 10 calendar days after the due date.

• Performance and Payment Bonds: Required (10 calendar days after award).

• This is a competitive acquisition; no specific set-aside is mentioned in this section.

• Projects will be issued in the form of Task Orders.

• Attachment 1, Statement of Work (SOW) dated February 20, 2026, is referenced.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment 2: Scheduled Government Furnished Property (GFP)" for the Facilities Acquisitions for Restoration and Modernization (FARM) III opportunity, provides a form for listing and detailing Government Furnished Property (GFP) that will be provided to the contractor. This is relevant for bidders to understand what property will be supplied by the government as part of the contract.

• The form includes sections for both Serialized Items List and Non-Serialized Items List.
• Fields for each item include: Item#, Description, CAGE, Marking Instr, Model #, NSN, Nomen, Part #, Qty, Serial #, Type Designator, Unique Item #, Unit Acq Cost, Unit of Measure, and Use As Is.
• Contract Number details are also requested, including DoD Enterprise Identifier, Year, Procurement Instrument Type Code, Serialized Identifier, Order Number, or Non-DoD Number.
• A note indicates that the description for some items is "To Be Determined for Each Task Order."

This attachment is crucial for bidders to understand the scope of government-provided property. It will inform proposal development, particularly in areas related to logistics, asset management, and potential costs associated with handling or utilizing GFP. Bidders should review this form to assess the type and quantity of government-furnished equipment and materials they will be expected to manage or incorporate into their work.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment 3: Wage Determinations," is part of the Facilities Acquisitions for Restoration and Modernization (FARM) III effort. It provides information regarding wage determinations relevant to the opportunity.

• The document states that "Wage Determinations will be included at the Task Order level."

This attachment indicates that specific wage determination details will be provided at the Task Order level, not within this initial solicitation document. Bidders should anticipate these details when preparing proposals for individual task orders under the FARM III program.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document provides "Instructions to Offerors (ITO)" for the Facilities Acquisitions for Restoration and Modernization (FARM) III acquisition. It details the requirements for preparing and submitting proposals for a Multiple Award Construction Indefinite-Delivery/Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract.

• Proposals must demonstrate a full understanding of the approach to accomplish contractual requirements.

• Offerors must meet all solicitation requirements, including terms, conditions, representations, certifications, and technical requirements.

• Any exceptions to solicitation terms and conditions must be clearly identified with rationale.

• The government intends to award a Multiple Award Construction IDIQ contract with a target of eight contracts.

• Basic contracts will be firm-fixed-price (FFP) CLINs.

• Contracts will have a three-year base period, one three-year option, and one two-year option.

• Proposals must be submitted electronically via the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) by the specified date and time.

• Proposals must be in a format readable by MS Office Word, MS Office Excel, or Adobe PDF.

• Offerors must complete and submit specific attachments, including Offeror Company Information, Work Sample Evaluation Documentation, and Small Business Participation Proposal.

• Evaluation will be based on Factor 1: Work Sample Evaluation and Factor 2: Small Business Participation.

• Key deadlines include a post-solicitation conference (date TBD) and proposal submission deadline (date TBD).

• The document addresses Organizational Conflict of Interest (OCI) requirements.

• Small Business Subcontracting Plan requirements are detailed, with specific DoD goals provided.

• The Procuring Contracting Officer (PCO) is Mr. Robert Mosley.

• All referenced documents are available on www.SAM.gov and the PIEE Solicitation module.

• Offerors are responsible for understanding and utilizing the PIEE system for submission.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is the "Offeror Company Information Form" (Attachment L-1) required as part of the solicitation package. It is designed to collect essential details about potential offerors.

• Company Name
• Address
• Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) Code
• Unique Entity Identifier (UEI)
• Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN)
• SAM.gov Registration Expiration Date
• Proposal Validity Statement
• Contact information for the Proposal Point of Contact (POC), including Name, Email Address, and Phone Number.
• Contact information for persons authorized to obligate the company, including Name, Email Address, and Phone Number.
• Name of Banking Institution and contact information for the Banking Institution POC.

Bidders must accurately complete and submit this form as part of their proposal. The information collected is crucial for verifying company details, ensuring compliance with registration requirements, and establishing communication channels for the proposal process.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Work Sample Cover Sheet - Prime Contract Effort" (Attachment L-2a), serves as a cover sheet for submitting work samples as part of a prime contract effort. It requires bidders to provide identifying information for each work sample submitted.

Part I: Work Sample Identification

• Contractor Name
• Contract Number
• Order Number (if applicable)
• Customer (Office Symbol and Program Name)
• Total Period of Performance (MM/YYYY – MM/YYYY)
• Work Sample Value (total contract value)
• Work Sample Identifier (unique identifier for each sample, e.g., WS-1)

Part II: Work Sample Information/Points of Contact (POCs)

• Requires at least two POCs per work sample. Information to be provided includes:
  • Name
  • Title and Agency/Customer
  • Phone
  • Email

Part III: Work Sample Description

• A brief synopsis of the work sample (900 character limit).

Bidders must complete and submit this form for each work sample they provide as part of their proposal. It helps the government organize and identify the submitted work samples and associated points of contact. The description section allows bidders to briefly summarize the work sample, though this specific section will not be evaluated.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a cross-reference matrix intended to help offerors map their submitted Work Samples (WS) to the scoring criteria outlined in the solicitation. It serves as a guide for demonstrating how each WS meets specific requirements and for calculating potential points.

• Work Samples (WS): Offerors are limited to a maximum of 20 WS, submitted in a single PDF (Volume II). Each WS must begin with an appropriate cover sheet.
• Cross Reference Matrix: This matrix is used to indicate which Subcategories/Elements a WS is being applied to. The Offeror's name must be entered on Row 4.
• Scoring Criteria Columns:
  • Columns C-AA: Used to mark (with an "X") the specific scoring criteria (e.g., M1-M10 for Mechanical Systems, E1-E8 for Electrical Systems, Facility Renovation Elements) that a WS addresses. Offerors must demonstrate addressing at least five out of seven Facility Renovation Elements.
  • Column AC (DoD Installation Projects): Applicable to WS where construction services were performed on a DoD Installation. It requires noting the contract dollar amount, points earned based on that amount, and the Subcategories scored. Points are awarded based on contract value ranges ($100K-$11M = 1 pt, >$11M-$31M = 2 pts, >$31M = 3 pts). Maximum points require WS values >= $31M on a DoD Installation.
  • Column AD (Design and Build Efforts): Requires noting whether the WS was a Design/Build contract and the Subcategories it scored on.
• Reference Columns: For each marked criterion, offerors must provide references (e.g., PDF page numbers, SOW paragraphs, contract award documents) to support their claims.

This matrix is crucial for proposal preparation. Bidders must accurately complete this document to clearly demonstrate how their proposed Work Samples align with the government's evaluation criteria, particularly for scoring related to mechanical, electrical, facility renovation, contract value, and design/build aspects. Failure to properly complete this matrix may impact the evaluation of submitted Work Samples.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment L-4 HTRO Scoring Matrix," is a self-scoring spreadsheet for the FARM III Draft RFP (FA9101-26-R-B011). Its purpose is to guide offerors in assessing and presenting their technical capabilities and past performance for evaluation.

• Instructions: Offerors must input data into designated yellow cells, including their name. They are to propose self-score points for specific categories, ensuring the total for Mechanical, Electrical, and Facility Renovations does not exceed 20 points. Project Management and CPARS/CPARS Equivalent data should be based on submitted work samples.
• Scoring Categories:
  • Mechanical Systems (3.2.2.1): Evaluates work samples across 10 specific types of mechanical projects (e.g., high-pressure piping, large pressure vessels, chillers).
  • Electrical Systems (3.2.2.2): Evaluates work samples across 8 specific types of electrical projects (e.g., medium/high voltage switchgear, transformers, circuit breakers).
  • Facility Renovations (3.2.2.3): Requires work samples demonstrating capability in at least 5 of 7 elements (e.g., HVAC, Fire protection, Electrical systems, Plumbing, Interior Finishes).
  • Project Management, Development, and Design (3.2.2.4 & 3.2.2.5): Assesses total dollar value of DoD construction projects and number of design/construction services on single contracts.
  • CPARS/CPARS Equivalent Data Submission (3.2.2.6): Allows up to five project submissions, requiring details and ratings (Quality, Management, Cost Control, etc.). CPARS points are bonus points.
• Bonus Points: A double bonus is awarded if at least one CPARS/CPARS Equivalent response is submitted for each of the Mechanical, Electrical, and Facility Renovations categories.
• CPAR Ratings Mapping: Provides a scale for CPAR ratings (Exceptional, Very Good, Satisfactory, Marginal, Unsatisfactory, N/A) to corresponding scores.

This matrix is crucial for bidders to understand the specific criteria and weighting used for technical and past performance evaluation. It dictates how offerors should structure their proposals to highlight relevant experience and CPARS data to maximize their potential score, directly impacting their competitiveness for the opportunity.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Attachment L-5, the Past Performance Rating Form, for the FARM III opportunity (FA9101-26-R-B011). It is used by the Government to evaluate offeror past performance. The form is to be completed by a "Rater" and returned to the Offeror for submission with their proposal.

• Contractor Identification: Fields for Contractor Name, Contract/Order Number, Project Title, and Total Period of Performance.
• Reference Information: Fields for the Rater's Name, Title, Agency/Customer, Phone, and E-mail.
• Performance Criteria: Six categories for rating: Quality, Schedule, Cost Control, Management, Small Business Subcontracting, and Regulatory. Each category includes definitions for Adjectival Ratings (Exceptional, Very Good, Satisfactory, Marginal, Unsatisfactory).
• Additional Comments: A section for detailed comments to substantiate ratings, particularly for Marginal or Unsatisfactory ratings.

This form is critical for offerors as it outlines the specific criteria the government will use to assess past performance. Bidders should understand these criteria to ensure their past performance references are relevant and to prepare supporting documentation. The ratings and comments provided on this form will directly impact the evaluation of the offeror's proposal.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to questions submitted by vendors regarding the FARM III Draft RFP, specifically referencing RFI 2 Attachments 1 and 2, and the Draft SOW dated December 4, 2025.

• Scoring Matrix Development: Element weight factors for the Highest Technically Rated Offeror (HTRO) Scoring Matrix are based on expectations for similar work and past difficult-to-execute items.
• Self-Scoring: Offerors will input the number of work samples demonstrating experience for each element in the "Offeror Self-Proposed Score Points" column. Specific work samples are detailed in the Cross Reference Matrix.
• SOW vs. Scoring Matrix Alignment: The Government acknowledges discrepancies between the SOW and the scoring matrix for Mechanical and Electrical systems, stating the matrix descriptors were deliberately chosen to represent more challenging and quantifiable efforts.
• Design Element Weighting: The Government will not create a separate scoring element solely for design, as the FARM contract vehicle is primarily for design and construction services, not design-only efforts.
• Work Sample Qualifications: Work samples can be submitted for work performed as a subcontractor, provided the subcontractor was responsible for the described work. The five-year work completion window applies to all samples.
• Test Facilities and DoD Installations: The HTRO Scoring Matrix criteria will focus on DoD installations. The Government will not include criteria for executing work in AEDC test facilities to avoid subjective elements and unfair competitive advantage.
• CPARS vs. Past Performance Rating Forms: Past Performance Rating Forms are only permitted if CPAR data is unavailable in the Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS).
• HTRO Matrix for TO Awards: The HTRO method is not planned for individual Task Order (TO) awards; price will be a more significant factor, and LPTA or best-value tradeoff methods will be used.

Several sections of the Draft RFP and Scoring Matrix have been updated or clarified based on vendor questions, including work sample qualifications, scoring criteria, and the use of CPAR data. The document clarifies how offerors should interpret and complete the scoring matrix and provides context for the alignment of SOW elements with scoring categories.