We are seeking quotes for design/build fire alarm system modernization work at the Soo Lock in Sault Sainte Marie, MI.
Eligible Bidders: Only the seven MATOC holders (W912P523D0001 through W912P523D0007) may submit proposals.
Registration: Offerors must have an active SAM registration and request access to the restricted drawings and specifications by email with their CAGE Code and UEI.
Bonds Required: Payment and Performance Bonds are due within 10 days after award, and Notice to Proceed follows bond approval.
Pricing Rules: Proposals must include a price breakdown using the binding MATOC rates, with a target ceiling of $4,000,000.
Award Basis: Award goes to the lowest evaluated price, with price weighted more than past performance as shown in CPARS.
Proposal Deadline: Proposals are due by 11:00 AM ET on 10 September 2026 through PIEE and must stay valid for at least 90 calendar days.
We read the solicitation documents for this bid (5 documents, 71 pages). Each item shows the file and page it came from. Check the original documents and any addenda before you bid.
Due date and time
Amendment 0003 says proposals are due 11:00 AM ET on '0 October 2026'. The day is garbled in the text, so confirm it. (Attachment 2, p. 1)
Amendment 0001 earlier extended the due date to 11:00 AM ET on 18 September 2026. Late proposals will not be considered. (Attachment 1, p. 1)
How to submit
Submit the proposal electronically through the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) solicitation module. (Attachment 2, p. 1)
Pre-bid meeting or site visit
Site visit was Thursday, 03 Sept 2026 at 9:00 AM Local Time, meeting at the Soo Locks Main Guard Gate. The text does not say if it was mandatory. (Attachment 3, p. 11)
Bonds
Payment and Performance Bonds are required within 10 days after award. The Notice to Proceed follows bond approval. No bond percent is stated. (Attachment 3, p. 2)
Licenses and certifications
SAM registration must be active at the time of proposal submission. (Attachment 2, p. 1)
Pricing format
Award is to the lowest evaluated price, with past performance (CPARS) also reviewed. Include a price breakdown or labor category table using the MATOC binding rates. (Attachment 3, p. 1)
Proposals must stay valid for at least 90 calendar days. The target award ceiling is $4,000,000.00. (Attachment 3, p. 1)
Forms to return
Sign and return the amendment acknowledgment to Megan Murphy by email. (Attachment 1, p. 3)
Scope highlights
Soo Lock Fire Alarm Modernization in Sault Sainte Marie, MI, as a design/build task order under the MATOC contracts. (Attachment 3, p. 1)
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Want to bid it yourself?
You can, and it is free. Go to SAM.gov, search for solicitation W912QR-62373550, and submit before October 30, 2026. You will need your own account on that site and an active SAM.gov registration.
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