Fermilab-Replace FFDG-Supplied Process Chiller-380607-DG

The subcontract solicitation 380607-DG, issued by Fermilab under the U.S. Department of Energy, seeks a qualified subcontractor to replace a process chiller at the E-Cool Building 31 (FIMS#731) in Batavia, Illinois. The scope requires full execution of all tasks related to the removal of the existing chiller and installation of the new AEC GPL07A Packaged Chiller, including mobilization, lockout/tagout procedures, piping adaptations per AEC guidelines, installation of a thermal dispersion flow switch, system commissioning, and project closeout with delivery of as-built documentation, O&M manuals, warranties, and spare materials. All work must adhere to strict environmental, safety, and health requirements outlined in Sections 013100 and 014100, as well as industry standards and regulatory codes including OSHA and NFPA. The subcontractor is responsible for providing all labor, supervision, equipment, materials, transportation, overhead, bonding, insurance, safety oversight, and quality control. The contract is a Firm Fixed Price arrangement with a lump-sum proposal required, and the procurement follows a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) model where technical acceptability is determined through mandatory pass/fail gates including five years of specific chiller replacement experience and three comparable past projects within the last ten years. The subcontractor must be formally registered in SAM.gov with a valid UEI, possess adequate financial resources, and demonstrate a history of integrity and responsible performance. Compliance with the Davis-Bacon Act and Buy American Act is required, along with adherence to the FFDG General Terms and Conditions for Construction, which incorporates key FAR and DEAR clauses such as Rights in Data-General and Sustainable Acquisition Program. Insurance requirements mandate minimum coverage limits based on subcontract value, with a $1M or $5M general liability policy depending on contract size, and a $1M workers’ compensation liability. Payment bonds at 100% of contract value are mandatory if the subcontract exceeds $35,000, and performance bonds may be required. Weekly certified payroll submissions via LCPTracker are mandatory and must flow down to lower-tier subcontractors, while progress payments must comply with Title 31, Chapter 39. The project has a defined schedule with milestones starting from Notice To Proceed, with mobilization, performance, and completion targets set within 30 calendar days. Offerors must submit a comprehensive technical proposal including