ELECTRICAL SWITCHING STATION NORTH, WATERVLIET ARSENAL, NEW YORK

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) New York District is seeking proposals for the construction of the Electrical Switching Station North at the Watervliet Arsenal. The project requires the procurement and installation of four 2MW generators and the construction of a facility to house them, providing backup power to the existing south switch station. Work includes civil and electrical infrastructure such as duct banks, manholes, grounding, switchgear, and fuel delivery interconnections. This is a full and open competition using a Best Value Trade-Off strategy to award a firm-fixed-price contract. The estimated value is between $10 million and $25 million, with a performance period of 1,081 calendar days. Proposals are due June 19, 2026. Seven amendments have been issued to date, refining technical requirements and incorporating brand-name justifications for specific electrical and security systems. The solicitation package includes technical specifications, engineering drawings, and responses to nearly 100 bidder inquiries. Key operational requirements include strict security protocols at the Arsenal, munitions safety (MEC) procedures, and specific timelines for utility coordination. This is an unrestricted procurement for a firm-fixed-price construction contract using a Best Value Trade-Off strategy. Evaluation will focus on past performance, technical approach, and small business participation. The project is valued between $10M and $25M, with a 1,081-day performance period. The solicitation includes seven amendments providing technical clarifications, revised drawings, and mandatory brand-name justifications. Procure and install four 2MW generators and fuel polishing systems with 92% SAE J1488 efficiency.