Fermilab - Replacement of two Pedestrian Gates with Access Controlled Gates

The Department of Energy's Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (Fermilab) is seeking a contractor to replace two pedestrian gates with access-controlled gates at their facility in Sycamore, Illinois. The project requires a comprehensive turnkey installation that includes removing existing gates, conducting underground utility locates and ground-penetrating radar surveys, performing hydro-excavation, installing rigid steel conduit, and mounting custom-made electrically lockable gates with card access readers. The procurement will use a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation method, with proposals due by 3:00 PM CST on March 31, 2025, and a mandatory pre-proposal meeting scheduled for February 26, 2025. Contractors must demonstrate at least 5 years of relevant experience and submit both technical and business/management proposals. Technical proposals will be evaluated on past performance, while business proposals must include pricing, required bonds, and necessary certifications.

The solicitation does not specify a specific set-aside, though it is classified under the Security Systems Services NAICS category (56162). The project requires a bid guarantee of 20% of the proposal price, with payment and performance bonds required for contracts over specific dollar thresholds. Contractors must comply with Davis-Bacon Act wage requirements and provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including Commercial General Liability ($1M per occurrence), Automobile Liability ($1M combined single limit), and Workers' Compensation. The place of performance is Sycamore, IL 60178, with work to be conducted at two specific gate locations: east of the Control 5 gate house and at the IERC/Main Ring gate in the MRA0 parking lot. While no specific contract value is explicitly stated, the project involves detailed technical specifications for gate replacement, underground utility work, and integration with existing access control systems.