Install Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) System, MCA PN62783, SATCOM Complex/NEC, Fort Buckner and Torii Station, Okinawa

**Updated 09 December 2022** Project Description The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Japan Engineering District (JED), Okinawa Area Office (OAO) hereby provides the notice of intent to modify contract W912HV-14-C-0007 titled - MCA PN62783, SATCOM Complex/NEC, Fort Buckner and Torii Station, Okinawa, Japan (SATCOM), awarded to Prime Projects International Japan (PPIJ), to include the supply and installation of an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) system. JED intends to sole source this requirement through modification of the current SATCOM contract with PPIJ as duplication of cost to the Government is not expected to be recovered and we anticipate unacceptable delays will result if open competition is pursued. The UPS system is vital to the continuous operation of sensitive equipment within the SATCOM facility and critical to the mission of the requiring agency. The UPS system must be incorporated into the overall design of the building electrical system to ensure proper functioning and minimize the risk of any damage to the SATCOM systems relying on it. The required UPS system is considered Installed Building Equipment and is integrated as a part of the facility electrical power distribution system necessitating commissioning after installation. As such, the UPS design must match the static transfer switch and electrical distribution system designed and installed by the construction contractor. After consideration of a full and open procurement, the delays created by the estimated six-month acquisition period, the required timeframe for a new contractor to become familiar with the electrical system and project requirements, and long lead times of approximately one-year to order an UPS system create unacceptable delays in this project. PPIJ already possesses conclusive knowledge of the electrical system and can meet the requirement for the UPS without the duplicative costs and detrimental delays to the requiring agency. Given the above, firms interested and capable of performing this work with any objections are highly encouraged to submit a response explaining their ability to work within an active construction site to coordinate the requirements, supply, and install the UPS system within the designated 400-calendar day period of performance. Submission Requirements for responses to this Market Survey: Interested sources are requested to complete the attached Market Survey attached. Though you may have already completed this with the original source sought, we have updated the questionnaire with specific questions based on new information received in the Sole Source action. We appreciate any comments you might have. Once you have completed the form, kindly email to the following individuals no later than 2:00 P.M. on 16 December 2022 Japan Standard Time. We appreciate your honest feedback on this matter. H. Christine Allen: heather.c.allen.civ@usace.army.mil Norman G. Mackie: norman.g.mackie.civ@usace.army.mil Jack T. Letscher: jack.t.letscher.civ@usace.army.mil *Updated on 06 December 2022* The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Japan Engineering District hereby provides the notice of intent to meet the requirements detailed below through a sole source modification to contract W912HV-14-C-0007 titled - MCA PN62783, SATCOM Complex/NEC, Fort Buckner and Torii Station, Okinawa, Japan with Prime Projects International Japan. Submission Requirements for responses to notice: Firms interested and capable of performing this work with any objections are highly encouraged to submit a response. Interested sources are requested to complete, or provides updates if previously submitted, the attached Market Survey detailing company capabilities and the ability to meet a 400-calendar day period of performance given the requirements. Once completed, kindly email the completed form to the following individuals no later than 4:00 P.M. on 14 December 2022 Japan Standard Time. We appreciate your honest feedback on this matter. H. Christine Allen: heather.c.allen.civ@usace.army.mil Norman G. Mackie: norman.g.mackie.civ@usace.army.mil Jack T. Letscher: jack.t.letscher.civ@usace.army.mil General Acquisition Information Organization Symbol/Organization. United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Japan District (POJ), Okinawa Area Office (OAO) Construction Type. Design-Build (DB) Construction Project Title: Install Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) System, MCA PN62783, SATCOM Complex/NEC, Fort Buckner and Torii Station, Okinawa Project Location: Fort Buckner, Okinawa, Japan Product Service Code (PSC): Y1JZ Construction of Miscellaneous Buildings NAICS Code. 236220 - Commercial and Institutional Building Construction Dates of Current Market Research: 06 December 2022 - 14 December 2022. Project Magnitude: Between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000 (FAR 36.204) Anticipated Period of Performance: 400 Calendar Days ____________________________________________________________________________ Original Notice. W912HV-23-Z-0004 Sources Sought Market Survey Install Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) System, MCA PN62783, SATCOM Complex/NEC, Fort Buckner and Torii Station, Okinawa General Acquisition Information Organization Symbol/Organization. United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Japan District (POJ), Okinawa Area Office (OAO) Construction Type. Design-Build (DB) Construction Project Title: Install Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) System, MCA PN62783, SATCOM Complex/NEC, Fort Buckner and Torii Station, Okinawa Project Location: Fort Buckner, Okinawa, Japan Product Service Code (PSC): Y1JZ Construction of Miscellaneous Buildings NAICS Code. 236220 - Commercial and Institutional Building Construction Dates of Market Research. Market Research issued 24 October 2022 through 08 November 2022. Project Magnitude: Between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000 (FAR 36.204) Projected Advertisement: 2nd Quarter FY23 (Jan to Mar 2023) Anticipated Period of Performance: 400 Calendar Days Project Description The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Japan Engineering District (JED), Okinawa Area Office (OAO) is performing market research for a Design-Build (DB) construction effort titled - Install UPS System, MCA PN62783, SATCOM Complex/NEC, Fort Buckner and Torii Station, Okinawa. This announcement represents a market survey that is intended for preliminary planning purposes only. The purpose of this notice is to identify sources capable of performing this project and to receive responses from those firms to assist the Government's acquisition planning. This survey does not constitute a commitment by the Government for any follow-on announcements, solicitation, or award. This is NOT a solicitation. The Government will not pay for any information provided as a result of this market survey. This market survey is intended for local sources only. Local sources are those sources physically located and licensed to conduct business in Japan. Firms interested and capable of performing this work are highly encouraged to submit a response (submission requirements are located within this notice). Information about the project: This purpose of this project is for the supply and installation of one Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) system to support the SATCOM facility currently under construction on Fort Buckner, Okinawa, Japan. This facility is owned and operated by the U.S. Army Network Enterprise Technology Command (NETCOM). The UPS provides emergency power to the SATCOM facility when the main power fails and protects critical components from power spikes or surges. The SATCOM facility is required to operate at peak efficiency 24 hours per day and 7 days per week with no down time. Project Description: The site is currently undergoing a phased construction of the SATCOM facility with another Prime Contractor on-site. This project would require the awardee to conduct work in an active 10-year ongoing construction project owned by another company. The selected firm would need to coordinate with the construction contractor building the facility on the design and installation of the UPS system. This is a large communications and computer network facility with four large satellite radomes requiring UPS support. Estimated power requirement is 600-700 kVA. The Contractor selected for this project is required to plan and incorporate the UPS system into the overall design of the building electrical system to ensure the continued operation of sensitive and critical communication equipment operating within. The UPS design must be compatible with the static transfer switch (STS), electrical distribution system, and floorplan designed by the on-site construction Contractor. The UPS system shall be complete and useable by the estimated completion date of the facility, July 2024. Proposed Procurement Method: The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Japan District anticipates the release of a Request for Proposal (RFP) with source selection and award to the Lowest Price Technical Acceptable offeror. System for Award Management (SAM): In order to be eligible for award of Government contracts, contractors shall be registered in the SAM Database. https://www.sam.gov ===================================================================== Submission Requirements for responses to this Market Survey: Interested sources are requested to complete the attached Market Survey and email the completed form to the following individuals no later than 4:00 P.M. on 08 November 2022 Japan Standard Time. We appreciate your honest feedback in helping to develop an effective acquisition strategy that is advantageous for all interested parties. H. Christine Allen: heather.c.allen.civ@usace.army.mil Norman G. Mackie: norman.g.mackie.civ@usace.army.mil Jack T. Letscher: jack.t.letscher.civ@usace.army.mil The information provided will be used within the USACE to facilitate decision making and will not be disclosed outside the agency. However, respondents submitting business information pursuant to this sources sought announcement should consult 41 C.F.R. part 105-60 and other implementing regulations concerning the release of such information to third parties under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). All information submitted by respondents that they consider confidential and not releasable to third parties outside of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and its employees, agents, consultants, and representatives, must be clearly and conspicuously marked. Questions: Questions regarding this Sources Sought Announcement may be directed to: Contracting Officer- Norman G. Mackie: norman.g.mackie.civ@usace.army.mil Contract Specialist - Jack T. Letscher: jack.t.letscher.civ@usace.army.mil Additional Information: Contracting Office Address: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Japan District Okinawa Area Office Unit 35132 APO, AP 96374-5132