DBB P409 Underwater Launch Test Facility (ULTF), Crane, IN

The Naval Facilities Engineering Command seeks to design and construct an Underwater Launch Test Facility at Crane, Indiana. Interested firms must have experience excavating a 130 foot deep launch pit, constructing slurry walls and reinforced concrete structures, and installing heavy industrial utility systems. Capabilities statements are due by October 18th and must demonstrate relevant past performance, with bonding capacity up to $100 million. The agency will evaluate experience on similar size, scope and complexity projects to determine contractor eligibility.

There is no set-aside designated for this procurement. The anticipated NAICS code is 237990 for other heavy and civil engineering construction, with a small business size standard of $39.5 million. The potential award date is June 2020, with construction to be completed under an indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity contract structure. Key details of the facility include excavating a 130 foot deep launch pit and constructing water treatment, operations support, mechanical and electrical buildings across the campus site.