RFI, DMEA Building 2 Consulting and Mgmt Support, SOO 25-5A3

The Defense Microelectronics Activity (DMEA) is seeking consulting and management support services for a comprehensive assessment of Building 2's cleanroom space. The primary objective is to evaluate the current facility's state, determine total facility improvement costs, calculate operations and maintenance expenses, and develop projected timelines for bringing the cleanroom to operational status. The assessment will specifically focus on supporting Silicon Carbide (SiC) epitaxy and high-temperature ion implantation capabilities. Key contract requirements include providing detailed cost estimates for labor, materials, permit acquisitions, and regulatory compliance. The agency will conduct a critical site visit on November 19, 2024, and interested contractors are expected to attend to fully understand the project scope. Responses to the Request for Information (RFI) are due by December 3, 2024, with DMEA anticipating a formal solicitation under NAICS code 541330 (Engineering Services) shortly thereafter.

There are no specific set-aside designations for this contract opportunity, indicating it will be open to all qualified contractors. While no incumbent contractors are mentioned, the project involves a three-month assessment period with the ultimate goal of bringing the DMEA Building 2 cleanroom to full operational status. The draft Statement of Objectives suggests the contractor will need to provide a high-level implementation strategy for future capability expansion of the facility. Although specific award values are not disclosed, the comprehensive nature of the assessment implies a potentially significant contract value. The project is specifically targeted at supporting national defense microelectronics capabilities, with a focus on advanced semiconductor fabrication technologies. The contract will require detailed technical expertise in facility assessment, operations and maintenance cost modeling, and regulatory compliance within the semiconductor manufacturing domain.