MIL - JBLM 3106 AASF HVAC System Replacement - Pierce County

The contract for the replacement of the HVAC system at the MIL - JBLM 3106 AASF in Pierce County, Washington, is issued by the Washington Department of Enterprise Services with solicitation number 2025-788. The project involves comprehensive mechanical engineering services, including design, cost estimating, construction administration, and closeout, with an estimated maximum construction cost of approximately 2.55 million dollars. The scope encompasses removing and replacing aging HVAC equipment across a sizable facility, aiming to minimize operational disruptions and achieve sustainable design goals. The procurement process emphasizes qualifications-based selection, with a two-phase evaluation: an initial assessment of Statements of Qualification and an optional oral interview for top candidates. The selection criteria prioritize key personnel qualifications, relevant experience, past performance, and proximity to the project site, with a non-scored focus on strategies for increasing diverse business participation. The contract will follow the standard Facility Professional Services agreement, with fees negotiated per state guidelines, and all firms must register through the designated procurement portal. Key administrative details include a submission deadline of August 22, 2025, with all proposals uploaded via the DES Bonfire portal. The process requires firms to provide detailed qualifications, including a federal Form 330, and to describe their approaches to diversity inclusion, though these are not scored. The project schedule emphasizes timely completion and coordination, with no explicit delivery or acceptance location specified, though performance is expected at the JBLM facility. The solicitation underscores the importance of tracking any addenda on the portal, and all communications regarding submittal issues should be directed to Ryan Grimes. Notably, the contract documents do not specify any particular packaging, preservation, marking, or shipping standards, nor do they reference MIL-STD standards for such requirements. Overall, the procurement emphasizes a thorough qualification-based selection process, adherence to state and federal regulations, and the engagement of qualified, diverse, and locally proximate firms to ensure successful project delivery.