FCI Oxford Repair Wastewater Aerator

The Federal Bureau of Prisons Field Acquisition Office is seeking repair and restoration services for a wastewater aerator drive assembly at Federal Correctional Institution Oxford in Wisconsin. The scope of work includes replacing a 25 HP aerator motor, repairing bearing assemblies, restoring the gear drive, and removing/reinstalling components for a Magna Rotor Model 14" JG aerator (Serial Number 03115) to restore proper operating condition per manufacturer specifications. All installers and technicians must be manufacturer-certified, with written verification required seven days before project start, and the contractor must conduct comprehensive startup testing including motor rotation verification, vibration and bearing temperature checks, and basin aeration performance confirmation. The acquisition will be evaluated using the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection process under FAR 15.101-2, meaning the government will select the lowest-priced offer that meets all technical requirements. Offerors must submit a completed SF1449 form and a technical process summary by April 3, 2026, at 4:00 PM Eastern Time to rcalandra@bop.gov, with a mandatory pre-bid site visit scheduled for March 19, 2026, at 9:00 AM at FCI Oxford's Front Lobby.

This solicitation is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, restricting competition to small business concerns only. The estimated contract value ranges between $40,000 and $50,000 on a Firm Fixed Price basis, with work to be performed at the FCI Oxford facility in Grand Marsh, Wisconsin. The contractor must comply with Wisconsin prevailing wage requirements (Wage Determination WI20250015), maintain insurance coverage including workers' compensation ($100,000 minimum), general liability ($500,000 per occurrence), and automobile liability ($500,000 per occurrence), and ensure all employees obtain security clearances within 14 days of notice to proceed. Work is limited to 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday, excluding weekends and federal holidays, unless prior written approval from the Warden is obtained. Contract closeout procedures must be completed within six months of physical completion, and the contractor must provide a standard manufacturer warranty plus a one-year workmanship warranty.