AoI 015 Amendment 01.pdf

Federal Agency: Army Office: Army Contracting Command – Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA) AoI Title: NMUSA – Infrastructure Repairs to East Side Main Entrance Wall CSO AoI Number: AoI 015 AoI Release Date: 17 July 2026 Responses: See W912CH-25-S-C001, Amendment 01 for Procedure Details

1. General Information

1.1 Introduction

This Area of Interest (AoI) is issued utilizing the ACC-DTA Commercial Solutions Opening W912CH-25-S-C001, Amendment 01. The National Museum United States Army (NMUSA) seeks innovative commercial repair solutions for the East Side Main Entrance Wall.

This AoI seeks innovative commercial solutions that meet the objectives detailed in Sections 1.2 and 1.3 below. In accordance with Revolutionary Far Overhaul (RFO) Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) 212.70, the term innovative is defined as any technology, process, or method, including research and development, that is new as of the date of proposal submission, or any new application of an existing technology, process, or method as to the proposal date. CSOs may only be used to obtain innovative solutions or potential capabilities that fulfill requirements; to close capability gaps, or provide potential innovative technological advancements; and when meaningful proposals with varying technical or scientific approaches can be reasonably anticipated. Offerors are encouraged to submit multiple options.

Offerors must demonstrate that their construction protocols are in accordance with (IAW) Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code (VUSBC):

Part I: Virginica Construction Code (VCC): Governing new construction, structural alterations, and additions.

Part II: Virginia Existing Building Code (VEBC): Regulating repairs, renovations, and changes of use for existing structures.

Part III: Virginia Property Maintenance Code (VPMC): Setting minimum maintenance standards for existing structures to protect public safety.

ACC-DTA is not obliged to extend a request for proposal or make an award because of this CSO AoI; all awards are subject to the availability of funds and successful negotiations. This CSO AoI is not an authorization to begin performance, and in no way obligates the Government for any costs incurred by the Offeror associated with developing a response. Prior to commencement of any activities associated with performance under this CSO AoI, the Government will issue a written directive or contractual document signed by the Contracting Officer with appropriate consideration established. ACC-DTA reserves the right to modify the requirements of this CSO AoI.

The authority to issue this CSO AoI is derived from ACC-DTA Commercial Solutions Opening W912CH-25-S-C001, Amendment 01, dated 05 February 2026. The CSO authority is Section 803 of the National Defense Authorization Act for FY2022, Public Law 117-81, and Class Deviation 2022-O0007.

1.2. AoI Background

NMUSA is the premier military museum of the United States Army. The location of NMUSA is at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, approximately 20 miles south of Washington, DC. Its mission and vision are to educate, excite, inspire, and entertain visitors of all ages on the history and culture of the United States Army.

NMUSA requires commercial repair solutions that effectively address the structural and cosmetic deficiencies of the East Side Main Entrance Wall.

1.3 Identify AoI Solution

The proposed solution should provide comprehensive capabilities to replace and install three segments of the east side concrete stainless-steel wall. Offerors shall remove and reinstall existing illuminated signage to replace damaged stainless-steel cladding. All electrical components requiring replacement shall be of marine grade with water proofing e.g. silicone applied to penetrations or areas exposed to water infiltration.

Offeror shall install new 14-gauge stainless-steel outer cladding panel covers, adjacent to the main entrance guard booth. The stainless-steel covering will match existing entrance wall stainless-steel in both quality and appearance. Landscaping such as bushes, mulch, and sod disturbed by construction activities are to be replaced or restored to like new conditions. Stainless-steel cladding will cover the west facing side of the east side wall.

Offerors shall incorporate preventive maintenance plan to maintain stainless steel cladding into the overall Quality Control Plan.

The proposed solutions brief shall address means and methods to address all facets fo construction to include safety protocols and estimated lead time for fabrication of stainless-steel panels.

To assist with budgetary planning, Offerors should provide a non-binding Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) for the total estimated cost of this project. Additionally, briefly describe your insurance coverages i.e., comprehensive general liability, workmen’s compensation, and employers’ liability coverage.

This information will be used for planning purposes only and does not constitute a formal pricing proposal.

2. AoI Constraints

Any selected company/companies will be required to be registered in the System for Award Management (sam.gov).

3. Requirements

a) Submission:

A written solution must be sent via e-mail submission by 10:00 A.M. (EST); 29 July 2026 with subject line stating INNOVATIVE SOLUTION FOR AoI 015 INFRASTRUCTURE REPAIRS TO EAS SIDE MAIN ENTRANCE WALL to POCs listed below. This deadline supersedes the date listed in CSO W912CH-25-S-C001 Amendment 01 Section 1.3 CSO Procedure.

Solutions received after the deadline may be discarded and not be evaluated by the Government.

b) Point of contact(s):

AoI questions can be sent to:

CSO AoI POC: Scott A. Davis, scott.a.davis79.civ@army.mil

Contract Specialist: Rory Thelen, rory.g.thelen.civ@army.mil

Contracting Officer: Elida Kellezi, elida.kellezi.civ@army.mil