P283 Source Sought Notice.pdf

DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY

NAVAL FACILITIES ENGINEERING SYSTEMS COMMAND SOUTHWEST

750 PACIFIC HIGHWAY

SAN DIEGO CA 92132-5190

September 15, 2026

SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE

N6247327R0006

MARKET RESEARCH QUESTIONNAIRE

NAVAL FACILITIES ENGINEERING SYSTEMS COMMAND SOUTHWEST

P283 ELECTRICAL INFRASTRUCTURE, ON-SITE GENERATION, AND MICROGRID

IMPROVEMENTS AT MARINE CORPS AIR STATION MIRAMAR, SAN DIEGO,

CALIFORNIA

This is NOT a solicitation for quotations or proposals. This is a Sources Sought Notice only. Naval

Facilities Engineering Systems Command Southwest (NAVFAC SW) is conducting market research in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 10 to determine if firms are available to meet the Government’s need for P283 Electrical Infrastructure, On-Site Generation, and Microgrid

Improvements at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Miramar, San Diego, California (CA).

1. Project Title:

P283 Electrical Infrastructure, On-Site Generation, and Microgrid Improvements at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, San Diego, California

2. NAICS Code:

237130, Power and Communication Line and Related Structures Construction

3. Product Service

Code

Y1MZ, Construction of EPG Facilities - Other, Including Transmission

4. Small Business Size

Standard:

$45.0M

5. Performance Period 920 days

6. Anticipated

Contract Type:

Firm-Fixed-Price

Subj: P283 ELECTRICAL INFRASTRUCTURE, ON-SITE GENERATION, AND MICROGRID

Work Requirements:

The Offeror shall furnish all labor, supervision, management, tools, materials, equipment, facilities, transportation, incidental engineering, operators and other items necessary to provide the services outlined below for MCAS Miramar, San Diego, CA.

This project will provide designs, procurements, constructions, testing, and commissioning of Microgrid

Control System (MCS), Utility Control System (UCS), Risk Management Framework (RMF) /

Cybersecurity, Building Generator Optimization & Interconnection, Battery Energy Storage System

(BESS), Modernize / Automate Sulphur Hexafluoride (SF6) Power Switches, Expanded Solar

Photovoltaic Voltage (PV) System, Fiber Optic Infrastructure, and 12 kilovolt (kV) Electrical Distribution

System at MCAS Miramar.

The project includes the following:

1) Microgrid Controls System

The designs and implementations for the MCS grid infrastructure (generators, Schweitzer Engineering

Laboratories (SEL) relays, meters, medium voltage sectionalizing switches, renewable energy, battery storage) in manual and automatic modes, as well as network communication infrastructure (routers, switches, servers, equipment racks, uninterruptible power supplies etc.) required to be replaced and/or upgraded.

The design and implementation strategies on the latest Microgrid Controller System and Software that will optimally increase the MCS management of remote distribution level connectivity and monitoring.

Upgrading the existing MCS to utilize the latest Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS) software version with ability to balance manage base site loads and concurrent operation of 1) the

Microgrid Power Plant generation asset, and 2) multiple distributed generation and energy resources, that can function both on the electrical grid and independently (islanded). Identifying and implementing the best dispatch strategy and key implementation requirements for the MCS to manage and integrate multiple Distributed Energy Resources (DERs), such as PV and BESS Systems. Advance Microgrid

Control System (AMER) must be able to successfully achieve all grid connected utility bill savings opportunities.

The AMER system must meet utility and regulatory interconnection requirements by resolving common interconnection issues, such as significant load and generation decrease/increase offsets regardless of if caused by loss or gain of 1) generation assets, 2) distribution level circuit loads, 3) varying cloud cover, 4) nonresponsive inverter controls, and 5) unexpected voltage excursions. MCS management of DERs must be able to compensate for these fluctuating conditions balanced the load and the amount of energy that the

DERs is able to produce/dispatch (all dependent on real-time current environmental conditions). The

MCS must be accurate, reliable, and optimize DERs usage by reducing base energy demands and operating costs of base industrial loads.

DERs such as PV and BESS are two (2) inverter-based resources offer unique technical and economic opportunities to optimize electric power delivery. Battery Storage assets offer an opportunity to reduce peak demand and improve Microgrid resiliency and reliability. Effective BESS usage requires integration and management by the MCS, that coordinates with other resources allows optimization of use case and dynamic switching between operations such as state of charge management, time-shifted generation, and peak demand reduction are a few applications with batteries that require a controller between multiple

DERs.

The latest UCS/Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) software should be assessed in providing enhanced distribution level monitoring and analysis to reduce disruption time, while enhancing the grid connected opportunities for utility bill savings.

Contractors shall conduct market research and determine the best software/hardware solution for the unique requirements at MCAS Miramar regarding the Microgrid. Intent is for all electrical utility assets including meters, equipment, and DERs to be integrated into an operational platform that assists operators, operates automatically, and leverages all assets for efficient economic operation as well as resilience.

2) Utility Control System

The UCS such as Remote Terminal Unit (RTU) and Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS) in each remote location such as Medium Voltage Metering and Switching Stations, Medium Voltage

Sectionalizing Switches, and Transformer Pad Secondary Switchboard. Contractor to include and incorporate the design into the overall MCAS Miramar UCS/SCADA Reporting System. Upgrading of the existing UCS/SCADA System grid infrastructure equipment including RTU’s as well as network communication infrastructure (routers, switches, servers, equipment racks, uninterruptible power supplies etc.). The latest UCS/SCADA software shall be provided to enhance the distribution level monitoring and analysis to reduce disruption time, while enhancing the grid connected opportunities for utility bill savings. Updating infrastructure components of the SCADA system by replacing and upgrading the existing RTU (to latest hardware and software versions) and the UPS. Distribution Loop Circuit B9/B10

Transformer Pad Secondary Switchboards have existing PLCs will require RTUs system installation upgrades and will require mapping/incorporation into overall UCS/SCADA System.

Provide new AMI Meters and meter software and batteries in each remote location such as Medium

Voltage Metering and Switching Stations, Medium Voltage Sectionalizing Switches, and Transformer

Pad Secondary Switchboard.

AMI Meter connection, integration, and RMF certification. Provide AMI Meter connectivity, integration, and RMF certification into the UCS/SCADA system thus allowing removal of insufficient AMI Meter wireless radio systems by utilizing new fiber optic network.

Provide and design with the latest specifications and requirements for the UCS software and components to be upgraded and integrated the Microgrid controls with existing Advance Metering Infrastructure

(AMI), SCADA, Industrial Control Systems (ICS), Oasys DNA 7.7, and other Base existing UCS software. Contractors shall conduct market research and determine the best software/hardware solution for the unique requirements at MCAS Miramar regarding the microgrid. Intent is for all electrical utility assets including meters, equipment, and DERs to be integrated into an operational platform that assists operators, operators automatically, and leverages all assets for efficient economic operation as well as resilience.

3) Risk Management Framework (RMF) / Cybersecurity

Contractors must understand the RMF connection, integration, and certification process and could determine applicable RMF references to develop and provide recommendations for the Design Build contractor to obtain RMF certification and integration into the UCS/SCADA and MCS.

Contractor to identify and evaluate the needs for the Department of Defense (DoD) Cybersecurity including Platform Information Technology (PIT), ICS for utility, and Facility-Related Control System

(FRSC) such as Direct Digital Control (DDC) and SCADA, and other relevant Cybersecurity requirements. Must identify and itemize all step requirements within the DoD Certification and

Accreditation Process (DIACAP) or RMF.

Contractors must be aware of the Certification and Accreditation is required for all controls included in this project. Control systems will be designed, constructed, and operated in accordance with Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) 8500.01, DoDI 8510.01, DoD RMF per UFC 4-010-06, Cybersecurity of

Facility-Related Control systems, and Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) 1-200-01, General Building

Requirements Section 3-6.5, and other relevant Facility Related Control System (FRCS) Cybersecurity requirements. All equipment installed (hardware and software) will be open protocol, can connect to existing and future systems, and will include robust firewalls.

Contractors shall work and coordinate with Command Information Office (CIO) to achieve ATO.

Contractor must coordinate and comply with NAVFAC SW CIO’s requirements.

4) Building Generator Optimization & Interconnection

The project includes increasing and optimizing building power generation (peak shaving, demand response, and/or load leveling) while fully utilizing and amending current utility interconnection agreement process through San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) coordination and California Rule 21 requirements for but not limited to, standby generator and smart inverter installations. This works includes new configuration to enhance grid connectivity and expansion of power generation resources to the Microgrid Power Plant (MPP) for use in all Microgrid usage scenarios, including but not limited to

Microgrid Islanding and Testing (MIT). The Contractor must be familiar with current San Diego Air

Pollution Control District (SDAPCD) permitting process for generation expansion, for both individual new generation units and collectively with the existing Power Plant generation units.

5) Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)

Provide a BESS with capacity for 1.6 megawatt (MW) / 1.8 megawatt hour (MWh). The BESS will be integrated with the MCAS Miramar MCS to assist in managing demand charges, increase management of battery stability, safety, and increase maximization of charge-discharge cycles. Provide the latest battery technology that will improve batter performance and satisfy BESS fire protection requirements in accordance with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), UFC, codes, and standards.

The Contractor must provide support to MCAS Miramar in obtaining an interconnection agreement for

BESS. This support shall include testing of protective relay functions and substations; testing of communications from solar PV equipment through the interfacing systems to the relays at substations;

demonstration of proper operation of completed system; any written reports required to document all testing has been satisfactorily completed; and any other drawings or calculations as required. The

Contractor must coordinate all efforts through MCAS Miramar and the Contracting Officer.

6) Modernize/Automate SF6 Power Switches

Improving and modernizing automated existing sectionalizing SF6 insulated power switches as well as replacement of existing sectionalizing SF6-insulated power switches with new specified medium voltage sectionalizing insulated/gas switch of the same interrupting rating and configuration. Contractor to perform upgrades to the SCADA system by improving connectivity using the existing power infrastructure and upgrade existing SF6 power switches using new automation for remote operation.

Replace and repair of existing SF6 switches that are leaking or need pairs. Some switch replacements may or may not include remote operation. No new SF6 sectionalizing switches shall be installed on MCAS

Miramar due to changing environmental policy.

Contractor should provide recommendations on replacement of existing SF6 switches in need of repair or replacement. Any new sectionalizing switches added to the distribution system should use a different extinguishing medium and follow the MCAS Miramar/NAVFAC Senior engineer’s specifications and guidelines.

7) Expanded Solar PV System

The project includes the expansion, replacement, and upgrade of existing Solar PV Systems such as solar panels, batteries, inverters, at each remote location such as building roofs, carports or ground mounted systems. The Contractor to identify, evaluate, and itemizes ways to expand and integrate renewable generation Solar PV system and connected to BESS and MCS. Modify existing PV systems with new inverters and integrated into UCS/SCADA system through one-for-one new replacement inverters or smaller/multiple new inverters (with DC Collection Panel adjustments). Contractor to identify and evaluate proposed BESS location for integration and connection to existing or new PV inverters, transformers, switches, breaker panels, BESS inverters, transformers, switches, breaker panels, and controls with conventional generation systems.

The expansion renewable power PV System capacity with 1,000kW of rooftop/carport PV System. The additional PV will provide enhanced benefit that will decrease reliance on diesel consumption in islanded daytime situations and save on the utility bill while grid connected. PV is targeted to be distributed on rooftops, and all new systems must be hardwired and have programmed control through UCS/SCADA.

8) Fiber Optic Infrastructure

Replace and upgrade of the existing fiber optic cable by installing a new fiber optic cable; adding meters, on-off control, and data acquisition to both new generator and modified existing generators, pad-mounted switches, distribution and secondary switchgear, PV system, and BESS. The resulting fiber optic cable shall be a loop that connects all existing Cogen, Microgrid, PV System, and BESS Systems.

9) 12KV Electrical Distribution

Repair and upgrade of the 12kV medium voltage underground electrical distribution manhole and pad-mounted equipment systems which includes existing 1) medium voltage, low voltage electrical cables and

UCS/SCADA communication and control fiber optic cables, 2) medium voltage cable connections/couplings (T-bodies, Heat Shrink Splices and Tape Splices), low-voltage conductors connections, and fiber optic cable connectors in confined spaces (manholes). Contractor must be familiar with San Diego County Air Pollution Control District (SDAPCD) permitting process in providing temporary generators, if temporary generator is required to support facilities affected by a schedule outage to the manhole.

Instructions to Interested Parties:

All interested sources, please complete the attached excel Market Research Questionnaire and

Project Information Form. Return the completed excel spreadsheet along with a Portable

Document Format (PDF) version via email no later than 2:00 PM Pacific Time (PT) on October 14, 2026 to Lauren Steigerwald at lauren.e.steigerwald.civ@us.navy.mil. This is NOT a solicitation for quotations or proposals. The notice does not commit the Government to issue any type of solicitation or award an ultimate contract. It does not restrict the Government from a particular acquisition approach.

Your answers to the following questions will be used to tailor the proposed solicitation described above.

All information provided will be kept confidential and will not be disseminated to the public.

Respondents are also advised that the Government is under no obligation to pay for information obtained, acknowledge receipt of the received information, or provide feedback to respondents with respect to any submitted information.

Submit a minimum of two (2) and a maximum of five (5) relevant construction projects completed in the past five (5) years that demonstrate experience matching the size, scope, and complexity of this requirement. At least one (1) project must demonstrate Two-Phase Design-Build delivery.

The attached excel Market Research Questionnaire and Project Information Form shall be utilized to demonstrate experience.

Of the projects submitted, at least one (1) must be a new installation of MCS and one (1) must include an upgrade or replacement of Microgrid System. For purposes of this synopsis, relevant projects must include scope and complexity as defined below:

SCOPE: This project includes comprehensive modernization, cybersecurity accreditation, and expansion of the MCAS Miramar electrical distribution grid, MCS, and Utility Control Systems (UCS/SCADA).

The design and construction include integrating DERs—specifically a new 1.6 MW / 1.8 MWh BESS and

1,000 kW solar PV expansion—upgrading medium-voltage (12kV) distribution infrastructure, replacing

SF6 gas switches with non-SF6 alternatives, deploying a unified fiber-optic loop, and achieving DoD

RMF Authority to Operate (ATO).

COMPLEXITY: Each project submitted as experience for this project type does not require demonstrated experience with all of the following elements, but collectively, must demonstrate experience with all elements listed below:

1. Project demonstrates the successful upgrade of microgrid control architecture and software to support seamless transitions between grid-connected and islanded modes, alongside the modernization of Utility Control Systems (UCS/SCADA) spanning RTUs, PLCs, and metering platforms across all substations and remote pads.

2. Project demonstrates experience in executing Cybersecurity and RMF protocols resulting in a full ATO for installed ICS, and FRCS, as well as the expansion of on-site generation assets in full alignment with regulatory operating standards.

3. The project demonstrates experience in procuring and integrating utility-scale BESS and PV solar generation, deploying dedicated fiber-optic infrastructure for SCADA and protection communications, and modernizing 12kV underground medium-voltage electrical distribution circuits.

Ensure that the project description clearly identifies whether the project is new construction or repair/renovation, addresses how the project meets at least one (1) of the scope complexity requirements as delineated above, and provides the final construction cost.