SAM #W50S9326QA011

Puerto Rico ANG Fiber Optic Infrastructure Installation and Rehoming Project

This opportunity involves the Puerto Rico Air National Guard's 156th Wing at Muniz Air National Guard Base seeking a contractor for a comprehensive fiber optic infrastructure rehoming project. - Government Buyer: - Department of Defense, Puerto Rico Air National Guard, 156th Wing, Muniz Air National Guard Base - 156th Airlift Wing Communications Squadron - Products and Services Requested: - Installation of new 12-strand and 72-strand single-mode fiber optic cables along specified routes between multiple base buildings - Installation of rack-mountable fiber optic patch panels in standard 19-inch racks - Termination of all fiber strands with Angled Physical Contact (APC) LC connectors - Machine-printed labeling of all cables and ports per TIA-606-D standard - End-to-end fiber optic testing and certification using OTDR and power meter, with delivery of test reports - Installation of 50-foot service loops at specified intervals - Fusion splicing of fiber optic cables, secured in rack-mounted splice trays - Installation of textile fabric-mesh innerduct (e.g., MaxCell) in approximately 3,300 feet of empty conduit - Engineering, installation, termination, and testing services for new and augmented fiber optic infrastructure - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Compliance with TIA/EIA standards for installation and labeling - All work must be completed within 60 calendar days of contract award - Strict base access, safety, security, and quality assurance requirements - Delivery of as-built drawings, test reports, and warranty documentation - Small business set-aside under NAICS 237130 - No specific OEMs or part numbers are named in the solicitation or attachments.

Description

PROJECT DESCRIPTION The 156th Wing, at the Muniz Air National Guard Base, Carolina, Puerto Rico, intends to issue a Request for Quotes conducted under the Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 12 procedures for commercial services. The goal is to award a single firm fixed-price contract for non-personal services, including all supervision, transportation, labor, materials, equipment, fuel, and other necessary materials and quality control, except as specified in Paragraph 3.0 as Government Furnished items. The services involve performing Fiber Optic relocation to existing infrastructure within a new facility on the base, with a completion deadline of no later than 60 calendar days from contract delivery. The location is the 156th Wing Muniz Air National Guard Base, Carolina, Puerto Rico. Awarded contractor shall install, terminate, and test new primary and physically diverse redundant single-mode fiber optic cables between designated base facilities. This includes installing fiber optic patch panels, comprehensive testing, and providing all associated documentation. Work shall be in accordance with specifications contained in the Scope of Works (SOW) incorporated in this solicitation. Contract completion time is 60 calendar days after receipt of the contract, including inspection and punch lists. KEY SOLICITATION DETAILS: Set-Aside: 100% Small Business Set-Aside NAICS Code: 237130 - Power and Communication Line and Related Structures Construction Small Business Size Standard: $19M Project Magnitude: The Government's Target Price Range for this project is between $250,000 and $500,000. Period of Performance (PoP): 60 Days after receipt of contract SITE VISIT INFORMATION: Our agency will host a site visit on August 3, 2026, at 9:30 AM AST (local time), at the 156th Wing Air National Guard Base Muniz, Carolina, P.R. Interested contractors are encouraged to attend. Although not mandatory, the scheduled site visit is critical. It helps mitigate potential risks and damages for the government and contractor by showcasing the project level of effort. Participants should carry all necessary materials for notes and measurements. No questions will be answered during the visit; instead, they will be addressed in writing via requests for information (RFI). The solicitation and related information will be available only from the Contract Opportunities page at SAM.gov. To obtain installation access, interested parties must submit a request for attendance no later than 2:00 PM CT on July 31, 2026, to angel.solis.2@us.af.mil. The request must include: Firm Name and Telephone Number Visitor(s) Name Copy of valid Real ID Act compliant Driver’s License and/or US Passport   IMPORTANT BASE ACCESS NOTICE: 156th Wing Air National Guard Base Muniz is a secure Air Force installation. Access is controlled strictly by security forces. For on-site processing, you must bring a valid state/federal ID, current vehicle registration, and proof of vehicle insurance. Concealed carry, open carry, and personal firearms of any kind are strictly prohibited on the installation. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: 1. This solicitation is subject to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). Quoters should carefully review the attached Wage Determination. While the Wage Determination may reference the implementation of Executive Order 14026 (Increasing the Minimum Wage for Federal Contractors), the application of this order and its regulations are governed by the FAR. As of this solicitation, FAR FAC Number 2025-05 has not issued amendments to FAR clause 52.222-55. Therefore, FAR clause 52.222-55, Minimum Wages for Contractor Workers Under Executive Order 140, will be incorporated into any resulting contract. Although Executive Order 14026 has been rescinded, the implementing language and regulations rescinding FAR 52.222-55 have not been issued. FAR 52.222-55 remains in effect until formally modified or rescinded. Quoters are responsible for understanding and complying with all applicable FAR clauses, including FAR clause 52.222-55. Any inconsistency between the attached Wage Determination and FAR clause 52.222-55 shall be resolved in favor of the FAR clause. By submitting a quote, the quoter agrees to these terms. 2. The provisions FAR 52.212-1 and 52.212-2 apply to this acquisition. REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION (RFIs): RFIs shall be submitted on or before 2:00 PM CT on August 7, 2026, to angel.solis.2@us.af.mil. Questions and site visit information will not alter the solicitation terms; any changes will be made via a formal amendment. The tentative posting date for agency responses on SAM.gov is around August 12, 2026, by 4:00 PM. SOLICITATION DOCUMENTS: Details, full instructions, and evaluation criteria are in the attached SF 1449 Addendum to clause 52.212-1, Instructions to offerors and related documents. Complete bid packages must include: Offer, SF 1449 blocks 17a and 30 (complete all sections) Section B “Supplies or Services & Prices or Costs” page 3 - all items priced and totaled (CLIN 0001) Items under clause 52.212-2 Evaluation - Commercial Products and Services (list equipment, skill sets, disciplines needed based on the SOW and project schedule) To submit your quote, send your completed SF1449 to angel.solis.2@us.af.mil. The due date is August 17, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST. Registration in SAM.gov is required; register at https://www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM/. Instructions are on the website. The solicitation, plans, and specifications are available only from SAM.gov. Registration requires a CCR MPIN, UEI, CAGE code, phone number, and email. Assistance is available at https://www.federalcontractingpr.com/Contact-Us. Registration takes about 15 business days. Due to recent fraud, activation now requires a notarized letter to GSA, info at https://www.gsa.gov/samupdate. Review the Evaluation Criteria under clause 52.212-2 - Evaluation Factors for Award. The government will award to the responsible offeror whose quote is most advantageous, considering price and other factors, with no discussions planned. DISCLAIMER: The official plans and specifications are on the government webpage. Amendments will be posted there; it is the offeror’s responsibility to check periodically. The government is not liable for info from other sources or for inaccessible websites. No paper copies will be issued. All inquiries must be in writing via email. Place of performance: https://maps.app.goo.gl/pS1nZpdx4qD24skKA ALL COMMUNICATIONS AND CORRESPONDENCE SHALL BE SUBMITTED IN ENGLISH.

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