Lightning Protection Repairs at CUP
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- Solicitation number
- NB194000-25-01230
- Agency
- National Institute of Standards and Technology Department of Commerce
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- Total Small Business
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 238210 Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors
- Place of performance
- Boulder, Colorado 80305, United States
- Points of contact
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- Shawn Borisow shawn.borisow@nist.gov (303) 497-5432
- Lauren Lopez lauren.lopez@nist.gov (301) 975-3000
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is seeking qualified contractors to perform comprehensive repairs and corrective maintenance on the Lightning Protection System (LPS) at its Central Utility Plant (CUP). The solicitation requires contractors to address multiple deficiencies identified in a recent inspection, including repairing bonding and grounding issues, securing rooftop conductors, and replacing or reinstalling air terminals to ensure full compliance with NFPA 780 standards. Contractors must demonstrate expertise through personnel credentials such as LPI Master Installer and submit detailed resumes showcasing relevant qualifications. Interested parties are required to identify their business size and socio-economic status and provide a capabilities statement highlighting experience in lightning protection system installation or repair. The pre-solicitation notice was posted on June 3, 2025, with responses due by June 18, 2025, and requires all materials used to be corrosion-resistant and compatible with existing components.
The contract is set aside for total small business participation, with potential contractors encouraged to specify their specific small business designation (8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB). While specific budget details are not disclosed, the comprehensive scope of work suggests a significant technical project involving extensive system modifications and repairs. The work will focus on NIST Building 42's lightning protection infrastructure, with contractors responsible for all necessary fall protection and roof condition assessments. Surge Protection Device (SPD) installation is explicitly excluded from the contract scope. The project falls under NAICS category 238210 for Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors, and PSC category N061 for Installation of Electric Wire and Power Distribution Equipment, indicating a specialized electrical infrastructure maintenance opportunity.
Notice text
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is seeking sources for the repair and corrective maintenance of the Lightning Protection System (LPS) on the Central Utility Plant (CUP), based on deficiencies identified in the attached SOW and inspection report. Work includes repairing bonding and grounding issues, securing rooftop conductors, replacing or reinstalling air terminals, and ensuring compliance with NFPA 780 standards. All materials must be corrosion-resistant and compatible with existing components. Surge Protection Device (SPD) installation is excluded. Contractors are responsible for all necessary fall protection and must assess roof conditions accordingly. Personnel must be qualified, with resumes submitted showing credentials such as LPI Master Installer or equivalent.
Interested parties are requested to identify their business size and socio-economic status (e.g., Small Business, 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB). Respondents should also submit a brief capabilities statement demonstrating relevant experience in lightning protection system installation or repair.
Attachments
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| NIST CUP LPS Inspection Report.pdf | ||
| Lightning Protection Repair at CUP SOW.docx | DOCX document |
Notice history
| Notice | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Lightning Protection Repairs at CUP | Solicitation | |
| Lightning Protection Repairs at CUP | Pre-Solicitation |
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