Replace Electrical in Airfield Lighting Vault, B836

This posting is a sources sought announcement for the replacement of electrical components in the Airfield Lighting Vault at Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi, identified by solicitation number EEPZ247359 and NAICS code 238210. The action is solely for market research and no award will be made from this notice; any formal solicitation will be issued separately at a later date. The project requires full replacement of all listed components within the vault, encompassing civil, mechanical, and electrical disciplines, with the contractor responsible for providing all labor, plant, equipment, tools, and transportation necessary to complete the work. The replacement must demolish and dispose of existing elements and install new components of equal or greater value, ensuring all systems are fully functional and ready for use without additional government action. Work must adhere strictly to the Statement of Work, Concept Design Drawings, Air Force requirements, and Columbus AFB Installation Facility Standards, including Appendices for Special Construction, Mechanical, and Electrical systems. The estimated contract value ranges between $250,000 and $500,000, and the performance period, if awarded, is anticipated to be 270 days from issuance of the Notice to Proceed. The procurement is structured as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under FAR 19.5, requiring responders to identify their business size and applicable socio-economic designations under NAICS 238210, along with their bonding capacity, past experience on similar projects, and percentage of work they would perform. Responses must include company identification, CAGE code, and point of contact details, and contractors may indicate intent to team with other small businesses to comply with subcontracting limitations. Upon award, key personnel including the Project Manager, Site Superintendent, and Quality Control Manager must be submitted for approval one week prior to work commencement, with the QCM required to have at least five years of experience managing multidisciplinary construction projects. The contractor must implement a comprehensive Quality Control Program with daily inspections, maintain a safety program including a Confined Space plan, and comply with all environmental, security, and hazardous materials handling regulations under DOT and RCRA. All products must be stored properly, labeled, and protected from damage, and rejected materials will not be paid for. Upon completion, the contractor must vacate and restore all work areas within 14 days, submit AF Forms 3064 and 3065 for scheduling and progress reporting, deliver daily status reports, and provide