Sources Sought, PDB OTA, Water Cooling Pipes, Cavalier Space Force Station, ND

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Omaha District is seeking market intelligence and capability statements for the Cooling Water System Repair and Reliability Project at Cavalier Space Force Station, ND. This project, estimated between 50 million and 70 million dollars, involves the comprehensive rehabilitation and modernization of the cooling water system serving the Power Plant and Perimeter Acquisition Radar buildings. The scope of work follows Course of Action 3, which includes installing ten 750-ton fluid coolers, three 3,800 gpm pumps, and replacing 24-inch piping, all while maintaining full operational status of the system to avoid mission degradation. Technical requirements include the restoration of HEMP shielding and compliance with Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Level 1. The government intends to utilize a Progressive Design-Build Other Transaction Agreement under 10 U.S.C. 2808a, a non-FAR execution method that emphasizes collaborative delivery and open-book estimating. The project is planned in two phases, with design anticipated for FY27Q2 and construction for FY27Q4. Interested firms must be registered in SAM.gov, provide CAGE and UEI identifiers, and demonstrate the ability to secure bonding of at least 70 million dollars for a single project. This current notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a formal solicitation or promise of award.