FA557026R0001 - Security Fencing, RAF Barford St John

The Government is soliciting proposals for a design/build project to install security fencing with an access gate at RAF Barford St John, under solicitation FA557026R0001, with responses due by April 29, 2026. The work must comply with UFC 4-022-03 and applicable UK regulations, USAF guidance, and industry best practices, requiring the contractor to deliver a fully compliant system including site verification, design submission, debris removal, and restoration to original conditions. The contract is a Firm Fixed Price award under a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation method, where technical capability and past performance are pass/fail criteria, and price determines selection among qualified offerors. Technical proposals must include a detailed project plan and safety plan, while past performance requires two recent, similar contracts rated satisfactory. All work must commence within 14 days of notice to proceed and be completed within 180 days, with performance occurring exclusively at RAF Barford St John. Contract administration requires electronic invoicing through WAWF, and payment is governed by DoDAAC identifiers. Key special requirements include secure base access protocols with a six-month lead time for security clearances, mandatory ID badges, adherence to UXO risk assessment requirements, and the use of only approved personnel for mechanical and electrical work. An optional line item exists for removal of the existing fence around B85. Offerors must provide their UEI and CAGE codes, comply with representations regarding Xinjiang and Venezuela-related sanctions, disclose any payments to influence federal transactions, and meet all safeguarding and cybersecurity controls. No packaging, marking, or FOB terms are specified, and the total contract value remains unstated due to incomplete pricing data in the solicitation.