CAT 5 Elevator Inspection USP Atwater
Open Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- 15B61827Q00000001
- Agency
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United States Penitentiary Atwater
Correctional Facilities, Department of Justice
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- Total Small Business
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 541350 Building Inspection Services
- Place of performance
- Atwater, California 95301, United States
- Points of contact
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Federal Bureau of Prisons, through United States Penitentiary Atwater, seeks quotes for a firm-fixed-price Category 5 elevator safety test and inspection under RFQ 15B61827Q00000001, with quotes due November 6, 2026. The procurement is a Total Small Business set-aside under NAICS 541350 (Building Inspection Services, $19.0 million size standard) and PSC H339. Place of performance is USP Atwater in Atwater, CA 95301.
The contractor must furnish all labor, supervision, materials, equipment, and certified expertise to perform full-load, full-speed safety testing on all designated vertical transportation equipment in strict compliance with ASME A17.1 and state and federal safety regulations. A certified, independent Qualified Elevator Inspector must witness and sign off on all testing, and the contractor must supply certified test weights, rigging, and specialized tools. The inspection report, covering test results, code compliance findings, and noted deficiencies, is due within 5-10 business days of test completion.
The RFQ describes a Five-Year Safety Test (Category 5) on two institutional elevators, a 2,500 lb Thyssen passenger elevator and a 3,000 lb Pflow material lift, plus an annual inspection of one 200 lb vertical material conveyor. All three units must be scheduled, tested, and evaluated concurrently in a single site deployment. Work also requires compliance with ASME A17.2, ASME B20.1, and California Code of Regulations Title 8, and is subject to DOL Wage Determination 2015-5617, Revision 28. Delivery hours are 7:30 AM to 2:30 PM, Monday through Friday, excluding weekends and federal holidays.
Revision 1 of the RFQ requires all contractor personnel to pass NCIC background clearance within 14 calendar days before arrival. Institutional security protocols include escorting by staff, tool inventory controls, prohibited electronic devices, and dress code restrictions.
Quotes must be submitted electronically as a single PDF to ATW-Facilities-S@bop.gov and remain valid for 30 days from the closing date. Vendors must be registered in SAM.
Notice text
2 versions
Update #2 · Latest ·
General Information
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Regulation (Revolutionary FAR Overhual, RFO), as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.
This solicitation is issued as Request for Quote (RFQ) number 15B61827Q00000001. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular FAC 2026-01.
This requirement is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code is 541350 (Building Inspection Services), with a small business size standard of $19.0 million. The Product Service Code (PSC) is H339.
Requirement & Scope of Work
The Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP), United States Penitentiary (USP) Atwater, intends to award a firm-fixed-price contract for a certified Category 5 (Cat 5) Elevator Safety Test and Inspection.
The contractor shall provide all labor, supervision, materials, equipment, and certified expertise necessary to perform the full-rated load and speed safety testing (Cat 5) in strict compliance with ASME A17.1, state, and federal safety regulations.
Core Deliverables:
- Perform full-load, full-speed safety testing (Category 5) on all designated vertical transportation equipment inside USP Atwater.
- Provide a certified, independent Qualified Elevator Inspector (QEI) to witness and sign off on all testing.
- Furnish all necessary certified test weights, rigging, and specialized tools required to perform the test.
- Deliver a comprehensive inspection report detailing all test results, code compliance findings, and any noted deficiencies within 5-10 business days of test completion.
Institutional Security Requirements (USP Atwater)
The performance of this contract takes place within a high-security federal penitentiary. The contractor must strictly adhere to all USP Atwater institutional security regulations:
- Background Clearances: All contract personnel must pass a comprehensive NCIC background check. Aprrox 3-5 Business days.
- Tool Control: All tools, equipment, vehicles, and test weights brought onto the reservation will be subject to thorough inventory, search, and strict tool control procedures at the rear gate entrance. Any missing tools will result in an immediate facility lockdown.
- Contraband: Cell phones, personal electronics, cameras, weapons, and drugs are strictly prohibited. Contractors may not bring personal items inside the secure perimeter.
- Each quote can be one lump sum as long as the objectives listed in the SOW are met.
- The target completion date of this inspection will be Dec 31, 2026, or as soon as we can get the inspection scheduled.
Evaluation & Award
Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose quote represents the Lowest Price with Past Performance considered.
Submission Instructions
Interested small businesses must submit their written quotes via email to John Ridgeway j3ridgeway@bop.gov no later than 11/06/2026 at 09:00 PST].
Quotes must include:
- Company Information: Name, address, SAM.gov Unique Entity ID (UEI), and point of contact.
- Pricing: A line-item, firm-fixed-price quote for the full scope of work.
- Certifications: Proof of current QEI (Qualified Elevator Inspector) certification for the personnel performing/witnessing the test.
All questions regarding this solicitation must be submitted in writing to the email address above no later than 11/02/2026.
Update #1 ·
General Information
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Regulation (Revolutionary FAR Overhual, RFO), as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.
This solicitation is issued as Request for Quote (RFQ) number 15B61827Q00000001. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular FAC 2026-01.
This requirement is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code is 541350 (Building Inspection Services), with a small business size standard of $19.0 million. The Product Service Code (PSC) is H339.
Requirement & Scope of Work
The Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP), United States Penitentiary (USP) Atwater, intends to award a firm-fixed-price contract for a certified Category 5 (Cat 5) Elevator Safety Test and Inspection.
The contractor shall provide all labor, supervision, materials, equipment, and certified expertise necessary to perform the full-rated load and speed safety testing (Cat 5) in strict compliance with ASME A17.1, state, and federal safety regulations.
Core Deliverables:
- Perform full-load, full-speed safety testing (Category 5) on all designated vertical transportation equipment inside USP Atwater.
- Provide a certified, independent Qualified Elevator Inspector (QEI) to witness and sign off on all testing.
- Furnish all necessary certified test weights, rigging, and specialized tools required to perform the test.
- Deliver a comprehensive inspection report detailing all test results, code compliance findings, and any noted deficiencies within [Insert Number, e.g., 5] business days of test completion.
Institutional Security Requirements (USP Atwater)
The performance of this contract takes place within a high-security federal penitentiary. The contractor must strictly adhere to all USP Atwater institutional security regulations:
- Background Clearances: All contract personnel must pass a comprehensive NCIC background check..
- Tool Control: All tools, equipment, vehicles, and test weights brought onto the reservation will be subject to thorough inventory, search, and strict tool control procedures at the rear gate entrance. Any missing tools will result in an immediate facility lockdown.
- Contraband: Cell phones, personal electronics, cameras, weapons, and drugs are strictly prohibited. Contractors may not bring personal items inside the secure perimeter.
Evaluation & Award
Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose quote represents the Lowest Price with Past Performance considered.
Submission Instructions
Interested small businesses must submit their written quotes via email to John Ridgeway j3ridgeway@bop.gov no later than 11/06/2026 at 09:00 PST].
Quotes must include:
- Company Information: Name, address, SAM.gov Unique Entity ID (UEI), and point of contact.
- Pricing: A line-item, firm-fixed-price quote for the full scope of work.
- Certifications: Proof of current QEI (Qualified Elevator Inspector) certification for the personnel performing/witnessing the test.
All questions regarding this solicitation must be submitted in writing to the email address above no later than 11/02/2026.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| RFQ Rev1.pdf | ||
| RFQ.pdf |
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