Repair Ghost DFAC (Building 3757) W912DW25BA013
Summary
AI-generated · Aug 25, 2025Repair and upgrade of Building 3757 at JBLM requires a contractor to provide all labor, equipment, and materials to install a new HVAC system (including AHUs), replace the central boiler and related controls, and perform associated mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire alarm work. The scope includes exterior mechanical yard work, ceiling demolition and replacement, structural roof strengthening to support new equipment, asbestos-containing materials handling, roof system replacement to EPDM, masonry repair, window sealing, and electrical service upgrades with new disconnects and wiring. Civil/site work involves piping under concrete, trenching, soil compaction, concrete removal/replacement, hydroseed, and other related tasks. Additional work includes adding a heat pump chiller/water heater and replacing plumbing fixtures. The project is a firm-fixed-price construction contract with an estimated value in the $5–$10 million range and will be bid competitively.
Since the presolicitation, the procurement has advanced to a formal Invitation for Bid conducted as a small-business competition limited to eligible 8(a) firms, with bids submitted by sealed bid. The magnitude remains the same, and the formal solicitation documents will be posted to SAM for download; bidders must be SAM-registered to be eligible. A pre-bid/site visit will be offered, and detailed bid instructions, schedules, and documents will be contained in the actual solicitation.
This is a synopsis/pre-solicitation notice of a proposed contract action only. This is not an official solicitation or Invitation for Bid. The United States Army Corps of Engineers, Seattle District, intends to solicit bids for project entitled Repair Ghost DFAC (Building 3757)" located on Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM), WA. This synopsis is only a notification that a solicitation is anticipated and forthcoming. All questions regarding this synopsis should be submitted via email to the Contract Specialist, John McGuire, at john.e.mcguire@usace.army.mil. The work includes supervision, labor, equipment, and materials to perform all work in strict accordance with the contract specifications, associated Statement of Work, and identified drawings to provide new Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Systems (HVAC) and other incidental repairs for Building 3757, JBLM WA Project Description (the below list is not all inclusive): HVAC: Replace existing HVAC equipment with new AHUs Replace the central primary gas fired steam boiler, converters, controls, valves and piping Provide HVAC Loads, DALT, and TAB Demolition, removal, and disposal of existing DDC control systems Mechanical Work involves removing and replacing and/or re-installing some Fire Alarm devices Provide Exterior Mechanical Yard for mechanical system Plumbing: Demolition, removal, disposal, and replacement of existing domestic water system Provide high-temperature water supply for new electrical dishwasher, pot and pan wash, and can wash Ceiling demo, repair/replacement as required Cut and patch other surfaces as required Remove and replace 2 x4 ceiling tile and GWB ceiling Structural: HVAC Scope of Work will require structural strengthening of roof structure elements for all new mechanical equipment supported by the roof structure Hazardous Materials: Asbestos materials have been identified or assumed throughout the project area. Any asbestos-containing materials that will be impacted by the planned repairs must be removed and disposed Electrical: Remove and re-install existing lighting and electrical devices in the reinstalled/replaced ceiling Electrical disconnect & re-connect Install new / upgrade the electrical service to accommodate new equipment Provide new breakers, wire, and conduit Provide new disconnects and fuses Provide coordination with City, Light, and Power (CLP) for new transformer Roofing and Envelope: Remove Modified Bitumen BUR system and replace with 60 mil EPDM system, recover board and R-30 insulation Evaluate, clean, and repair all damaged masonry in exterior walls Re-seal around all windows Replace indicated 6 x7 HM mechanical room doors and hardware and seals Civil: Assuming piping is half under concrete 60 feet of piping to water heater, 60 feet of pipe to cooling tower, 30 feet of 5-foot-wide trenching, soil compaction, 40 feet of sawcuts, 75 square feet of concrete removal, 30 feet of 5-foot-wide trench backfill, 75 square feet of concrete replacement, 75 square feet of hydroseed surface restoration Assuming piping is half under concrete 30 feet of refrigeration pipe, 30 feet of trenching, soil compaction, 35 square feet of concrete removal, 30 feet of trench backfill, 35 square feet of concrete replacement, 35 square feet of hydroseed surface restoration Electrical Install new / upgrade the electrical service to accommodate new equipment All other Work associated to the other sections of this project and as shown in the construction documents Additional Work: Add a heat pump chiller/water heater Add a heat pump water heater with external condenser Replace existing plumbing fixtures (Draft) Contract Line-Item Numbers: 0001 - Repair Building 3757 In-accordance-with FAR 63.204, the magnitude of construction for this anticipated contract is estimated to be between $5,000,000 and $10,000,000. The solicitation for this requirement will be issued as an Invitation for Bids (IFB), which will result in the award of a firm-fixed price contract for execution of the construction project described above. The acquisition will be conducted in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 14, Sealed Bidding. The Government has determined that this acquisition will be procured as a competitive 8(a) set-aside. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this requirement is 236220 Commercial and Institutional Building Construction; Small Business Size Standard: $45M. For the purposes of this procurement, a firm must be registered with the 8(a) Business Development Program to be eligible for award. The Government anticipates posting Solicitation Number W912DW25BA013 for this requirement to the System for Award Management (SAM) website (https://sam.gov/) on or about 21 July 2025. Bids will be due no sooner than 30 calendar days after the actual solicitation issuance date. See the solicitation for details about the bid opening. A pre-bid/site visit will be offered approximately two (2) weeks after the solicitation is posted. Refer to the solicitation for details regarding the pre-bid/site visit. The Government will issue the solicitation documents for this requirement in electronic format only, which will only be available online through the System for Award Management (SAM) website under the solicitation number. No CDs or hard copies will be made available. The Government will not honor telephonic or email requests for the solicitation. Bidders are responsible for checking for any update(s) to the solicitation. The Government is not responsible for any bidder's loss of internet connectivity or for a bidder's inability to access the document(s) posted at the referenced website. Any SAM Response Date listed elsewhere in this synopsis/pre-solicitation notice are for SAM archival purposes only. They may have no relationship to the actual solicitation due date. The solicitation due date and time will be contained in the solicitation and any solicitation amendments that may be issued. Interested bidders must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database (https://sam.gov/) to be eligible for award of a government contract. Contractors are encouraged to register as soon as possible. Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 52.204-7, System for Award Management, will be incorporated into the solicitation. For information or assistance with registering in the SAM database, go to https://sam.gov/.
From Presolicitation posted on Jul 02, 2025This solicitation (W912DW25B17HG) is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for the project entitled, Repair Ghost DFAC (Building 3757) on Joint Base Lew is-McChord (JBLM), Washington. The Contractor shall furnish all labor, personnel, equipment, materials, operating supplies, tools, supervision, and transportation, in accordance with the plans and specifications to perform all tasking within the associated Statement of Work. This solicitation is a 100% Small Business set-aside, restricted to 8(a) firms. As such, competition for this solicitation is set aside for eligible 8(a) firms ONLY. NAICS Code for this acquisition is 226220 - Commercial and Institutional Building Construction; Small Business Size Standard: $45M. The magnitude of construction for this anticipated contract is estimated to be between $5,000,000.00 and $10,000,000.00.
From Solicitation posted on Aug 14, 2025This solicitation (W912DW25B17HG) is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for the project entitled, Repair Ghost DFAC (Building 3757) on Joint Base Lew is-McChord (JBLM), Washington. The Contractor shall furnish all labor, personnel, equipment, materials, operating supplies, tools, supervision, and transportation, in accordance with the plans and specifications to perform all tasking within the associated Statement of Work. This solicitation is a 100% Small Business set-aside, restricted to 8(a) firms. As such, competition for this solicitation is set aside for eligible 8(a) firms ONLY. NAICS Code for this acquisition is 226220 - Commercial and Institutional Building Construction; Small Business Size Standard: $45M. The magnitude of construction for this anticipated contract is estimated to be between $5,000,000.00 and $10,000,000.00.
From Solicitation posted on Aug 26, 2025Amendment 0001 The purpose of Amendment 0001 is to incorporate the following into Solicitation W912DW25BA013, for project entitled, Repair Ghost DFAC - Building 3757 (CE0879) on Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM), Washington: Remove Availability of Funds verbiage from Section 00 20 00 - Instructions for Procurements Remove Clause 52.232-18 - Availability of Fund from Section 00 72 00 - General Conditions. Section 00 20 00 - Instructions for Procurements, paragraph 9, changed from: A completed bid includes: -Fully executed Form 1442-with amendments acknowledged -Bid Bond -Fully completed Bid Schedule TO: A completed bid includes: -Fully executed Form 1442-with amendments acknowledged -Bid Bond -Fully completed CLIN Schedule from Section 00 10 00 of this solicitation Note to Bidders: The due date for receipt of bids in response to this solicitation remains unchanged and is as stated on the original SF1442. All other terms and conditions of this Solicitation remain unchanged. NOTICE TO BIDDERS: Bidders must acknowledge receipt of this amendment, and any previous amendments, by number and date on the Standard Form 1442, Back, Block 19. //////////BREAK////////// This solicitation (W912DW25B17HG) is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for the project entitled, Repair Ghost DFAC (Building 3757) on Joint Base Lew is-McChord (JBLM), Washington. The Contractor shall furnish all labor, personnel, equipment, materials, operating supplies, tools, supervision, and transportation, in accordance with the plans and specifications to perform all tasking within the associated Statement of Work. This solicitation is a 100% Small Business set-aside, restricted to 8(a) firms. As such, competition for this solicitation is set aside for eligible 8(a) firms ONLY. NAICS Code for this acquisition is 226220 - Commercial and Institutional Building Construction; Small Business Size Standard: $45M. The magnitude of construction for this anticipated contract is estimated to be between $5,000,000.00 and $10,000,000.00.
From Solicitation posted on Sep 03, 2025Amendment 0002 The purpose of Amendment 0002 is to incorporate the following into Solicitation W912DW25BA013, for project entitled, Repair Ghost DFAC - Building 3757 (CE0879) on Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM), Washington: Statement of Work, Revised 9 September 2025, the following changes were made: Section 1.3. Area Description; added the following paragraph: 1.3.2.2. See Attachment 9 Building Envelope Report for more details on roof and exterior envelope. Section 1.3.3.1., Paragraph h. Roofing and Envelope, added paragraphs 5 & 6: (5) For bidding purposes, the Contractor shall carry an allowance of 1,600 SF of wood roof sheathing replacement and 1,600 SF of roof decking replacement. Actual replacement shall be performed as directed where deteriorated conditions are encountered during demolition. (6) Exterior masonry: The Contractor shall clean and repoint brick only where mortar joints are soft, loose, or missing. 100% removal and replacement of all mortar joints is not required. Repointing shall be limited to deteriorated joints identified during field inspection and confirmed by the COR. Section 1.3.3.1., Paragraph i. Civil, added paragraph 5: (5) Hydroseeding: The Contractor shall water and maintain seeded areas until turf is established (uniform stand of healthy grass covering at least 90% of seeded area). Watering shall comply with Section 3.2.6 of the specifications and continue until acceptance by the COR. Section 1.3.3.1., Paragraph j. Cold Storage Requirements, the following verbiage was added: Paragraph j changed to: j. Cold Storage Requirements: Contractor to provide (2) dual-temperature cold storage containers for the duration of construction. Paragraph j(1) changed to: (1) Containers should be standard 10 ft walk-in containers with capacity around 400-500 cubic feet each. Approximate external dimensions will be 10 ft (length) x 8 ft (width) x 8.5 ft (height). The term container is not limited to connex-style refrigerated containers. Both smooth-sided outdoor walk-in cooler/freezer units and refrigerated container units are acceptable, provided they meet all requirements herein. Containers must be suitable for outdoor placement and delivered as complete, plug-and-play cold storage units. Containers shall include shelving adequate for safe storage and access. Paragraph j(2) changed to: (2) Containers shall be dual-temperature storage capable of refrigeration and freezing in separate compartments OR one dedicated refrigeration container and one dedicated freezer container. Refrigeration mode shall be able to maintain approximate temperatures of +35F to +45F and Freezer Mode shall be able to maintain temperatures of 0F to -10F. Paragraph j(5) changed to: (5) The containers will be actively used by the customer during construction. The Contractor shall maintain the units in fully operational condition throughout the duration of the project. At project completion, the Contractor shall disconnect the units, restore all disturbed building electrical connections to their prior condition, and remove the containers from the site. Section 8.1. Work Condition; added the following paragraph: 8.1.4. Government vs. Personal Property. Personal items and non-Government property will be removed by the using agency prior to the start of construction. The Contractor shall remove, protect, store, and/or reinstall all Government-owned furnishings, shelving, movable kitchen equipment, televisions, and other items as required to complete the work. Items shall be protected from damage during construction and returned to their original or designated locations in equal or better condition. 2. Attachment 9 Building Envelope Report has been added to the list of attachments. Note to Bidders: The due date for receipt of bids in response to this solicitation remains unchanged and is as stated on the original SF1442. All other terms and conditions of this Solicitation remain unchanged. NOTICE TO BIDDERS: Bidders must acknowledge receipt of this amendment, and any previous amendments, by number and date on the Standard Form 1442, Back, Block 19. //////////BREAK////////// Amendment 0001 The purpose of Amendment 0001 is to incorporate the following into Solicitation W912DW25BA013, for project entitled, Repair Ghost DFAC - Building 3757 (CE0879) on Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM), Washington: Remove Availability of Funds verbiage from Section 00 20 00 - Instructions for Procurements Remove Clause 52.232-18 - Availability of Fund from Section 00 72 00 - General Conditions. Section 00 20 00 - Instructions for Procurements, paragraph 9, changed from: A completed bid includes: -Fully executed Form 1442-with amendments acknowledged -Bid Bond -Fully completed Bid Schedule TO: A completed bid includes: -Fully executed Form 1442-with amendments acknowledged -Bid Bond -Fully completed CLIN Schedule from Section 00 10 00 of this solicitation Note to Bidders: The due date for receipt of bids in response to this solicitation remains unchanged and is as stated on the original SF1442. All other terms and conditions of this Solicitation remain unchanged. NOTICE TO BIDDERS: Bidders must acknowledge receipt of this amendment, and any previous amendments, by number and date on the Standard Form 1442, Back, Block 19. //////////BREAK////////// This solicitation (W912DW25B17HG) is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for the project entitled, Repair Ghost DFAC (Building 3757) on Joint Base Lew is-McChord (JBLM), Washington. The Contractor shall furnish all labor, personnel, equipment, materials, operating supplies, tools, supervision, and transportation, in accordance with the plans and specifications to perform all tasking within the associated Statement of Work. This solicitation is a 100% Small Business set-aside, restricted to 8(a) firms. As such, competition for this solicitation is set aside for eligible 8(a) firms ONLY. NAICS Code for this acquisition is 226220 - Commercial and Institutional Building Construction; Small Business Size Standard: $45M. The magnitude of construction for this anticipated contract is estimated to be between $5,000,000.00 and $10,000,000.00.
From Solicitation posted on Sep 10, 2025Amendment 0002 The purpose of Amendment 0002 is to incorporate the following into Solicitation W912DW25BA013, for project entitled, Repair Ghost DFAC - Building 3757 (CE0879) on Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM), Washington: Statement of Work, Revised 9 September 2025, the following changes were made: Section 1.3. Area Description; added the following paragraph: 1.3.2.2. See Attachment 9 Building Envelope Report for more details on roof and exterior envelope. Section 1.3.3.1., Paragraph h. Roofing and Envelope, added paragraphs 5 & 6: (5) For bidding purposes, the Contractor shall carry an allowance of 1,600 SF of wood roof sheathing replacement and 1,600 SF of roof decking replacement. Actual replacement shall be performed as directed where deteriorated conditions are encountered during demolition. (6) Exterior masonry: The Contractor shall clean and repoint brick only where mortar joints are soft, loose, or missing. 100% removal and replacement of all mortar joints is not required. Repointing shall be limited to deteriorated joints identified during field inspection and confirmed by the COR. Section 1.3.3.1., Paragraph i. Civil, added paragraph 5: (5) Hydroseeding: The Contractor shall water and maintain seeded areas until turf is established (uniform stand of healthy grass covering at least 90% of seeded area). Watering shall comply with Section 3.2.6 of the specifications and continue until acceptance by the COR. Section 1.3.3.1., Paragraph j. Cold Storage Requirements, the following verbiage was added: Paragraph j changed to: j. Cold Storage Requirements: Contractor to provide (2) dual-temperature cold storage containers for the duration of construction. Paragraph j(1) changed to: (1) Containers should be standard 10 ft walk-in containers with capacity around 400-500 cubic feet each. Approximate external dimensions will be 10 ft (length) x 8 ft (width) x 8.5 ft (height). The term container is not limited to connex-style refrigerated containers. Both smooth-sided outdoor walk-in cooler/freezer units and refrigerated container units are acceptable, provided they meet all requirements herein. Containers must be suitable for outdoor placement and delivered as complete, plug-and-play cold storage units. Containers shall include shelving adequate for safe storage and access. Paragraph j(2) changed to: (2) Containers shall be dual-temperature storage capable of refrigeration and freezing in separate compartments OR one dedicated refrigeration container and one dedicated freezer container. Refrigeration mode shall be able to maintain approximate temperatures of +35F to +45F and Freezer Mode shall be able to maintain temperatures of 0F to -10F. Paragraph j(5) changed to: (5) The containers will be actively used by the customer during construction. The Contractor shall maintain the units in fully operational condition throughout the duration of the project. At project completion, the Contractor shall disconnect the units, restore all disturbed building electrical connections to their prior condition, and remove the containers from the site. Section 8.1. Work Condition; added the following paragraph: 8.1.4. Government vs. Personal Property. Personal items and non-Government property will be removed by the using agency prior to the start of construction. The Contractor shall remove, protect, store, and/or reinstall all Government-owned furnishings, shelving, movable kitchen equipment, televisions, and other items as required to complete the work. Items shall be protected from damage during construction and returned to their original or designated locations in equal or better condition. 2. Attachment 9 Building Envelope Report has been added to the list of attachments. Note to Bidders: The due date for receipt of bids in response to this solicitation remains unchanged and is as stated on the original SF1442. All other terms and conditions of this Solicitation remain unchanged. NOTICE TO BIDDERS: Bidders must acknowledge receipt of this amendment, and any previous amendments, by number and date on the Standard Form 1442, Back, Block 19. //////////BREAK////////// Amendment 0001 The purpose of Amendment 0001 is to incorporate the following into Solicitation W912DW25BA013, for project entitled, Repair Ghost DFAC - Building 3757 (CE0879) on Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM), Washington: Remove Availability of Funds verbiage from Section 00 20 00 - Instructions for Procurements Remove Clause 52.232-18 - Availability of Fund from Section 00 72 00 - General Conditions. Section 00 20 00 - Instructions for Procurements, paragraph 9, changed from: A completed bid includes: -Fully executed Form 1442-with amendments acknowledged -Bid Bond -Fully completed Bid Schedule TO: A completed bid includes: -Fully executed Form 1442-with amendments acknowledged -Bid Bond -Fully completed CLIN Schedule from Section 00 10 00 of this solicitation Note to Bidders: The due date for receipt of bids in response to this solicitation remains unchanged and is as stated on the original SF1442. All other terms and conditions of this Solicitation remain unchanged. NOTICE TO BIDDERS: Bidders must acknowledge receipt of this amendment, and any previous amendments, by number and date on the Standard Form 1442, Back, Block 19. //////////BREAK////////// This solicitation (W912DW25B17HG) is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for the project entitled, Repair Ghost DFAC (Building 3757) on Joint Base Lew is-McChord (JBLM), Washington. The Contractor shall furnish all labor, personnel, equipment, materials, operating supplies, tools, supervision, and transportation, in accordance with the plans and specifications to perform all tasking within the associated Statement of Work. This solicitation is a 100% Small Business set-aside, restricted to 8(a) firms. As such, competition for this solicitation is set aside for eligible 8(a) firms ONLY. NAICS Code for this acquisition is 226220 - Commercial and Institutional Building Construction; Small Business Size Standard: $45M. The magnitude of construction for this anticipated contract is estimated to be between $5,000,000.00 and $10,000,000.00.
From Solicitation posted on Sep 18, 2025Notice history
6-
Presolicitation Posted Jul 02, 2025
-
Solicitation Posted Aug 14, 2025View changes (3)
- Description: Description was updated
- Notice Type: Presolicitation → Solicitation
- Response Deadline: Jul 17, 2025 → Sep 15, 2025
-
Solicitation Posted Aug 26, 2025No changes from previous notice
-
Solicitation LATEST Posted Sep 18, 2025No changes from previous notice
Details
Award Information
Not yet awarded
Contacts
Phone
Phone
Agency
Place of Performance
USA