Relay Ground Station – South (RGS-S) Antenna

Solicitation

This solicitation is for an unrestricted contract with an estimated construction cost between $15,000,000 and $20,000,000. The document outlines the instructions for offerors responding to this solicitation.

• Proposals must be submitted by the deadline specified in Section 00 10 00, Page 1.

• Specific file naming conventions are required for different proposal volumes (Required Submittals, Technical, Price Proposal).

• CAD and electronic design files, if provided, are on an "as-is" basis and are intended to assist the Contractor in preparing their proposal.

• Not explicitly stated in this section, but the estimated construction cost is between $15,000,000 and $20,000,000.

• Offers shall be submitted at the location and by the time/date specified in Section 00 10 00, Page 1.

• Electronic Commerce or facsimile submissions are not acceptable unless otherwise indicated.

• Proposals are to be submitted via instructions in this section and Section 00 22 00.

• A Source Selection Evaluation Board (SSEB) will evaluate proposals based exclusively on their merits and content.

• Identities of SSEB personnel are confidential; contact is prohibited.

• Offers will NOT be publicly opened, and award status will NOT be available after receipt of proposals.

• This solicitation is Unrestricted.

• Questions and/or comments should be submitted via Bidder Inquiry in ProjNet at https://www.projnet.org/projenet/ no later than ten (10) calendar days before the proposal due date.

• The Solicitation Number is: W9128F26RA072.

• The Bidder Inquiry Key for the Solicitation is: VYWH6T-ER7NF9.

• Proprietary questions or issues with the Bidder Inquiry system should be submitted to the Contract Specialist, Brian Reynolds (Brian.Reynolds@usace.army.mil).

• All timely questions and approved answers will be made available through ProjNet.

• Copies of the solicitation and amendments are available ONLY via INTERNET ACCESS at https://sam.gov/.

• Offerors are responsible for checking https://sam.gov/ for any amendments.

• A list of interested vendors can be found on https://sam.gov/ (registration required).

• Specific exemption from Colorado Sales and Use Taxes will be granted for materials built into structures under contract. Exemption certificates are available from the Colorado Department of Revenue (www.taxcolorado.com).

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides information regarding access to Schriever Space Force Base (SFB), including Visitor Control Center (VCC) hours, Commercial Vehicle Search Area (CVSA) hours, and the processes for obtaining base access for individuals and vehicles. It also outlines the "Deniable Offenses" that may prevent access.

• Visitor Control Center (VCC) Hours: Monday-Thursday 7 a.m.-4 p.m., Friday 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Closed on Base Down Days and Federal Holidays. RA Badges issued Monday-Friday, 7 a.m.-12 p.m.
• Commercial Vehicle Search Area (CVSA) Hours: Monday-Friday 6 a.m.-2 p.m. Closed on Base Down Days and Federal Holidays.
• Base Access Processes: Details escorted and unescorted access for individuals (1-5 days, 1-59 days, 60+ days) and vehicles (2 axles, 3+ axles), including required documentation (e.g., Base Authorization List (BAL), DBIDS form, approved photo ID, REAL ID) and processing times.
• Restricted Area (RA) Access: Outlines processes for RA badges for contractors with continual/frequent access requirements, including background checks and specific forms.
• Deniable Offenses: Lists offenses (e.g., terrorism links, criminal convictions, sex offenses, drug offenses) that can lead to denial of access, with varying denial periods based on the offense.

This document is crucial for any bidder or contractor personnel who will need to access Schriever SFB. Understanding these procedures, hours of operation, and potential access restrictions is essential for planning site visits, personnel deployment, and ensuring compliance with base entry requirements.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for a Design-Build contract to construct a Relay Ground Station-South (RGS-S) at Schriever Space Force Base near Colorado Springs, CO. The project aims to provide the Space Force with necessary facilities and infrastructure to support RGS-S operations. The solicitation is unrestricted and open to both large and small businesses.

• Design and construction of facilities and infrastructure, including concrete pads, antenna pedestal foundations, radome ringwalls, site utilities, backup generators, fuel tanks, pathways, cabling, and shelters.

• The project will utilize a Design-Build delivery method.

• Warranty will be included based on the Request for Proposal.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)

• Period of Performance: 420 calendar days from Notice to Proceed (NTP).

• Performance Start: Within 10 calendar days after NTP.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but NAICS code 237130 has a corresponding small business size standard of $45M.

• Proposals are due by 02:00 PM local time on 18 JUN 2026.

• Offers must be submitted electronically via Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE).

• Evaluation will be based on a Best Value RFP approach following FAR Part 15 procedures.

• Evaluation Factors (in descending order of importance):

  1. Technical Proposal
  2. Summary Schedule
  3. Past Performance
  4. Small Business Participation Plan
  5. Price

• The Government reserves the right to award without discussions.

• Unrestricted competition, open to both large and small businesses.

• Vendors must be registered and active in SAM.gov and PIEE.

• Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 (Self) or higher is required prior to award for systems processing Federal Contract Information (FCI) or Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).

• Specifications and drawings contain Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and require specific access procedures. Contact Brian Reynolds at BRIAN.REYNOLDS@USACE.ARMY.MIL for access.

• Offerors must submit a Supplemental Price Breakdown in Excel format.

• A site visit is scheduled for 28 May 2026 at 1:00 PM at Schriever Space Force Base Welcome Center.

Solicitation

This document outlines the evaluation criteria for a "Design-Build (DB) project delivery method" to provide facilities and infrastructure (FI) for the Relay Ground Station South (RGS-S) site at Shriever Space Force Base in Colorado Springs, CO. The project involves designing, procuring, installing, and commissioning facilities and infrastructure, including concrete pads, antenna pedestal foundations, radome ringwalls, site utilities, backup generators, fuel tanks, pathways, cabling, and shelters.

• Design-Build (DB) project delivery method.

• Comprehensive design and construction of a complete and usable facility with warranty.

• Facilities and infrastructure to include concrete pads, antenna pedestal foundations, radome ringwalls, site utilities, backup generators, fuel tanks, pathways, cabling, and shelters.

• The contract will be awarded as a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contract.

• Competition is full and open.

• NAICS code: 237130 (Power and Communication Line and Related Structures) with a $45M small business size standard.

• Best Value RFP following FAR Part 15 procedures.

• Proposals will be evaluated without discussions, unless determined necessary by the Contracting Officer.

• Offerors must submit a Volume I (Technical) and Volume II (Pricing) proposal.

• Revisions to Volume I (Technical) proposals are not allowed after submission unless requested by the Government.

• Evaluation Factors (in descending order of importance):

  • Volume I: Factor 1 - Technical Proposal (Most Important)
  • Volume I: Factor 2 - Summary Schedule (2nd Most Important)
  • Volume I: Factor 3 - Past Performance (3rd Most Important)
  • Volume I: Factor 4 - Small Business Participation Plan (4th Most Important)
  • Volume II: Factor 5 - Price

• The combined technical/risk rating system will be used for evaluation.

• Past Performance evaluation considers recency, relevancy, and quality.

• Small Business Participation Plan (SBPCD) is required, with a minimum goal of 20% of the Total Contract Value.

• Price proposal evaluation will focus on reasonableness and balance across CLINs.

• Proposals must be submitted electronically via PIEE.

• Full and open competition.

• Offerors should be registered in SAM.gov.

• Offerors must submit proposals in Adobe PDF format with OCR.

• Specific page limitations apply to Volume I factors.

• Evidence of bonding capacity is required.

• Offerors are encouraged to allocate direct costs appropriately and distribute indirect costs consistently across CLINs.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a blank spreadsheet intended to capture authorization lists for personnel and vehicles. It appears to be a template for contractors to provide information required for base access.

Personnel Sheet: Includes columns for contractor company, contract number, contact information, identification details (CAC EDI-PI, SAFB RAB#), sub-company, full name, driver's license information, visitor status, access dates and times, and contract lead designation.

Vehicles Sheet: Includes columns for sub-company, vehicle make and model, license plate information (state, tag #), access dates and times, RA access, delivery capabilities, contract performance relevance, and USM initials.

USM Pers. Instructions & USM Veh. Instructions Sheets: These sheets provide instructions for filling out the personnel and vehicle authorization lists, emphasizing the need to enter the lead company's name.

Bidders will likely need to complete and submit this spreadsheet as part of the onboarding or base access process if awarded the contract. It details the specific information required for personnel and vehicle authorization to access government facilities.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is the NAVFAC / USACE Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ), Form PPQ-0. It is designed to collect client feedback on a contractor's performance for a specific project. This information is used by the Government to assess past performance, which is a key factor in evaluating proposals for future opportunities.

• Contractor Information: Details about the firm, including name, address, contact information, and how the contractor performed the work (Prime, Subcontractor, etc.).
• Contract Information: Specifics of the contract, such as contract number, type, title, location, award and completion dates, and original vs. final price.
• Project Description: A summary of the project's complexity and its relevance to the current solicitation.
• Client Information: Details about the client providing the feedback.
• Performance Ratings: A detailed rating system (Exceptional, Very Good, Satisfactory, Marginal, Unsatisfactory, Not Applicable) for various aspects of performance, including:
  • Quality (technical data, standards, problem resolution, quality control)
  • Schedule/Timeliness (compliance, resource utilization)
  • Customer Satisfaction (end-user satisfaction, contractor cooperation)
  • Management/Personnel/Labor (on-site management, workforce, property control, expertise, small business utilization, multi-project management, change incorporation, overall management)
  • Cost/Financial Management (meeting terms, innovative methods, invoicing, accounting system, contract termination, financial problems)
  • Safety/Security (maintaining environment, compliance)
  • General (emergency response, compliance, willingness to rehire, overall rating)
• Remarks: A section for narrative comments addressing strengths, weaknesses, deficiencies, or other relevant information.

This questionnaire is crucial for bidders as it directly relates to the "Past Performance" evaluation factor in many government solicitations. Contractors should ensure their clients complete this form accurately and thoroughly. The information provided here will be used by NAVFAC/USACE to gauge the bidder's reliability, quality of work, and overall performance on previous contracts. Bidders may also be asked to submit this questionnaire directly with their proposal. The "Would you hire or work with this firm again?" question and the overall rating are particularly important for demonstrating a positive performance history.