Nifc 300 JWH standby and emergency power

The Department of the Interior's Bureau of Land Management Idaho Region is seeking an electrical contractor to modify standby and emergency power systems at the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) in Boise, Idaho. The project involves upgrading the electrical infrastructure in Building 300-JWH, specifically installing a new 600kW/750KVA standby generator and associated electrical distribution equipment. The solicitation will be evaluated using a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology, with technical proposals limited to 15 pages covering construction plans and project schedules. Proposals are due by March 17, 2025, at 11:00 AM MT, with a mandatory site visit scheduled for February 25, 2025, at 10:00 AM MT. Contractors must self-perform at least 15% of the work, excluding material costs, and provide a bid guarantee of 20% along with performance and payment bonds.

The contract is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 238210 with a $19 million size standard, targeting electrical contractors and wiring installation specialists. The performance period spans 365 days, with physical work restricted to between October 1, 2025, and April 30, 2026, due to expected long lead times for electrical equipment. Contractors must limit electrical service interruptions to 8 hours or less per occurrence, with a potential single 24-hour shutdown permitted during a weekend. The project location is 3833 Development Ave, Boise, ID 83705, and requires strict adherence to security protocols, including pre-approved site access and government-issued photo identification for all personnel. Wage rates will be governed by the Davis-Bacon Act wage determination for Ada and Boise Counties, with specific minimum hourly rates established for various construction trades.