FCI Oxford - Installation Water Softener

The Federal Bureau of Prisons Field Acquisition Office is soliciting bids for the installation of a centralized water softening system at FCI Oxford in Grand Marsh, Wisconsin, including removal of the existing system and provision of all materials, labor, and equipment necessary to complete the work. This is a firm fixed-price, single job-based contract with a mandatory pre-bid site visit scheduled for April 16, 2026 at 9:00 AM at the facility's Front Lobby. The contractor must comply with prevailing wage standards per Wisconsin Wage Determination WI20250015, submit a bid bond equal to 20% of the bid price (up to $3 million), obtain performance and payment bonds for 100% of the contract price within 10 days of award, and maintain workers' compensation insurance ($100,000 minimum), general liability insurance ($500,000 minimum), and comprehensive automobile liability insurance. The solicitation will be evaluated using the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection process outlined in FAR 15.101-2, requiring offerors to submit three components by April 28, 2026 at 4:00 PM: a completed SF1449 form with pricing, an SF24 Bid Bond, and a technical process summary describing how the work will be completed in accordance with the Statement of Work. All questions regarding submission should be directed to Ronald Calandra at rcalandra@bop.gov or 843-387-9424.

This procurement is designated as a small business set-aside with a North American Industry Classification System code of 221310 (Water Supply and Irrigation Systems) and a 10-employee size standard. The estimated project magnitude is between $250,000 and $500,000, making it a significant construction undertaking. No current contractor or incumbent is identified in the solicitation materials. The contractor will be responsible for federal, state, and local taxes; all required permits and certifications; attendance at a mandatory pre-construction conference; submittal of materials and shop drawings within 10 calendar days of award; and provision of a Schedule of Values prior to the first payment request. The work is located at FCI Oxford in Grand Marsh, Wisconsin 53936, and final contract closeout will require submission of affidavits of lien release, as-built drawings, warranties, operation manuals, and all applicable permits and certifications.