Highway 86 Checkpoint Shelter Structure Expansion

Amendment / Modification

This amendment to the solicitation makes the following changes:

• Incorporates revised SF 1442 continuation pages with identified changes.

• Extends the proposal submission deadline.

• SF 1442 continuation pages

• The proposal submission deadline is extended to Thursday, March 26, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a continuation of Solicitation/Contract Form SF 1442 for a Firm Fixed Price Task Order. It outlines the terms and conditions for the procurement of supplies or services.

• The contractor shall furnish all labor, material, equipment, supervision, fees, etc., necessary to complete the contract requirements in accordance with the solicitation, contract, and all applicable Federal, State, and Local laws, regulations, and codes.

• Specific requirements for packaging and marking are reserved.

• Inspection and acceptance will be conducted in accordance with FAR clauses 52.246-12 and 52.246-13.

• Deliveries or performance are subject to FAR clause 52.242-14 (Suspension of Work).

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Task Order.

• Period of Performance: As detailed in the Statement of Work.

• Payment: Payment requests must be submitted electronically through the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform (IPP).

• Proposal Due Date: March 26, 2026, by 2:00 PM ET.

• Submission Requirements:

  • Technical: Narrative not exceeding two pages describing execution of SOW requirements and a schedule of tasks.
  • Past Performance: Up to three similar project references.
  • Cost/Price: Completed Attachment 2 – Price Cost Proposal.

• Evaluation Factors:

  • Technical (Non-Cost)
  • Past Performance (Non-Cost)
  • Cost/Price

• Award Basis: Best Value Trade-off Analysis. Technical and Past Performance are considered more important than Cost/Price, but price becomes more important if technical submissions are equal.

• NAICS Code: 236220 – Commercial and Institutional Building Construction, with a size standard of $45.0 million.

• The document includes various clauses related to small business concerns, including "Notice of Price Evaluation Preference for HUBZone Small Business Concerns" and "Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside."

• A voluntary site visit is scheduled for Thursday, March 19, 2026, at 9:00 am local time at Highway 86 Border Patrol Checkpoint, Westmorland, California.

• Questions regarding the solicitation or site visit must be submitted by 3:00 PM ET on March 20, 2026.

• The solicitation incorporates numerous FAR and HSAR clauses by reference, including those related to subcontracting limitations, bonds, and domestic commodities.

Statement of Work (SOW)

To expand the existing shelter structure at the Highway 86 Checkpoint to fully cover the temporary detention area and the secondary inspection area, providing shelter from environmental elements.

• Preparation of ground, including demo, disposal of existing materials, grading, and compacting.

• Installation of concrete footings to support new structure and 100-mile winds.

• Relocation of existing canopy lights to the front of the new addition.

• Installation of a prefabricated metal covering and structure (approx. 30'x80'x30') matching existing aesthetics, tied into the current canopy.

• Addition of wall coverings to pre-primary areas, extending to the roof and covering west and east walls, mirroring existing structure.

• Painting of the newly installed structure to match existing aesthetics.

• Installation must be built to suitable standards.

• Government reserves the right to reject deliverables with defects.

• Deficiencies must be corrected within five (5) business days of notification.

• Place of Performance: Highway 86 Border Patrol Checkpoint, 3900 West Highway 86, Westmorland, California 92281.

• Period of Performance: 12 months following the issuance of the Notice to Proceed.

• Contractor must acquire all necessary Federal and State permits.

• Waste materials must be disposed of according to California laws and regulations.

• No specific security classification level requirements; information is unclassified.

• Contract personnel performing work will be escorted by government personnel.

• All personnel must be legally in the U.S.

• Contractor must provide specific personnel and company information two weeks prior to delivery and installation.

• Invoicing will be in accordance with CBP invoicing clause "ELECTRONIC INVOICING AND PAYMENT REQUIREMENTS - INVOICE PROCESSING PLATFORM (IPP) (Aug 2024)".

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the construction of the Highway 86 Check Point Shelter Structure Expansion. The government is procuring construction services to expand the existing shelter.

• Construction of the Highway 86 Check Point Shelter Structure Expansion.

• Offerors must provide services in accordance with the attached Statement of Work (SOW).

• The magnitude of the construction project is estimated to be between $200,000 and $300,000.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Task Order.

• Period of Performance: To be detailed in the Statement of Work.

• Estimated Price Range: $200,000 - $300,000.

• Proposal Submission Deadline: March 25, 2026, by 10:00 AM ET.

• Proposal Submission Method: Email to Paul.Barrett@cbp.dhs.gov.

• Evaluation Factors: Proposals will be evaluated based on Technical (Non-Cost), Past Performance (Non-Cost), and Cost/Price. Technical and Past Performance are considered more important than Cost/Price.

• Technical Proposal: Not exceeding two (2) pages describing how the company will execute the SOW, including each element of the SOW, Paragraph 2. Scope. Must include a schedule showing tasks for shelter expansion.

• Past Performance: Submission of no more than three (3) past performance references for similar projects.

• Cost/Price Proposal: A completed Attachment 2 – Price Cost Proposal.

• Site Visit: A voluntary site visit is scheduled for Thursday, March 19, 2026, at 9:00 am local time at the Highway 86 Border Patrol Checkpoint, Westmorland, California.

• Questions Deadline: No later than 3:00 PM ET on March 20, 2026.

• Not explicitly stated in the provided pages, but standard FAR clauses related to small business concerns and set-asides are included.

• Attachments include: Statement of Work, Construction Price Proposal Form, and Wage Determination CA202600002.

• Performance and Payment Bonds are required (YES).

• Bid Guarantee is not required.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a pricing and cost proposal template for the Highway 86 Checkpoint Shelter Expansion project, RFP Number 70B01C25R00000220. Offerors are required to complete the provided tables to detail their proposed costs.

• Table 1.1: Self-Performed Construction Labor Costs: Requires breakdown of labor hours, base hourly rates (including Davis-Bacon rates and fringe benefits), overhead, and G&A for self-performed work.
• Table 1.2: Construction Lower-tier Subcontractors: Requires listing of proposed subcontractors, their prices, and any mark-ups. Subcontractor proposals or price quotes must be submitted to support these costs.
• Table 2.1: Material Self Performed Costs: Requires identification of total material costs (including tax-free materials if applicable) and equipment rental costs, supported by a detailed bill of materials.
• Table 3.1: General Conditions Costs: Requires a detailed breakdown of General Conditions costs, including labor, other GC costs, overhead, and G&A.
• Total Construction Costs: Summarizes the prices from the above tables, including profit and other costs like insurance and bonds.
• Unallowable Costs: Lists specific cost categories that are not permitted.

This document is critical for bidders to accurately calculate and present their proposed pricing for the construction services. It outlines the specific format and detailed cost breakdowns required, including labor, materials, subcontractors, general conditions, overhead, and profit. Adherence to this format and the inclusion of supporting documentation are essential for a compliant proposal submission.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document is a General Decision, which lists prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for various construction classifications in Imperial County, California. It serves as a reference for contractors to ensure compliance with labor standards on federal or federally funded construction projects.

• General Decision Number: CA20260002
• Effective Date: 01/23/2026
• Construction Types: Building, Heavy (Heavy and Dredging), and Highway.
• Geographic Area: Imperial County, California.
• Classifications: Lists numerous job classifications (e.g., Asbestos Workers/Insulator, Bricklayer, Carpenter, Electrician, Laborer, Plumber, etc.) with their corresponding hourly wage rates and fringe benefits.
• Footnotes and Premium Pay: Details additional pay requirements for specific locations (e.g., military bases) or conditions (e.g., hazardous material work).
• Union Rate Identifiers: Explains the coding system used to identify union rates, survey rates, and state-adopted rates.

This document is crucial for bidders to accurately estimate labor costs for their proposals. It ensures that all bids comply with federal labor wage requirements for the specified construction types and geographic area. Bidders must consult this document to determine the correct prevailing wages and fringe benefits for all labor categories involved in the project.