We are seeking quotes for modernization of the fire alarm system at the Soo Lock in Sault Sainte Marie, MI.
Scope of work: Design/build fire alarm modernization at the Soo Lock, detailed in the scope of work, drawings, and specifications on SAM.gov.
Who can bid: Only the seven MATOC holders under W912P523D0001 through W912P523D0007 may submit proposals, and all must be registered in SAM.
Award basis: Lowest Evaluated Price, with price more important than past performance (CPARS); target ceiling is $4,000,000.
Pricing rules: Include a price breakdown or labor category table using your MATOC binding rates, or the proposal will not be considered.
Bonds required: Payment and Performance Bonds are due within 10 days after award, and Notice to Proceed follows bond approval.
Deadline and access: Proposals are due 11:00 AM ET on 10 September 2026 via PIEE, and restricted documents require emailing your CAGE code and UEI to the contract specialists.
We read the solicitation documents for this bid (4 documents, 47 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 0001 extends proposals to be due no later than 11:00 AM ET on 18 September 2026. (Attachment 1, p. 1)
Amendment 0003 extends the due date again to 11:00 AM ET on '0 October 2026' as written, so the day is unclear. Confirm with the contracting officer. (Attachment 2, p. 1)
How to submit
Submit the proposal electronically through the PIEE solicitation module. Proposals not received by the stated date and time will not be considered. (Attachment 1, p. 1)
Pre-bid meeting or site visit
Site visit on Thursday, 03 SEPT 2026 at 9:00 AM local time, meeting at the Soo Locks Main Guard Gate. Coordinate with on-site PM Marcy Werth. Mandatory status is not stated. (Attachment 3, p. 11)
Bonds
Payment and Performance Bonds are required, due within 10 days after the date of 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 1, p. 1)
Pricing format
Award is to the lowest evaluated price (base plus all options). Include a price breakdown and labor category table using the MATOC binding rates, or the proposal will not be considered. (Attachment 3, p. 1)
The target ceiling for award is $4,000,000.00. Proposals must be good for no less than 90 calendar days. (Attachment 3, p. 1)
Forms to return
Sign the amendment acknowledgement and return it to Megan Murphy by email. (Attachment 1, p. 1)
Sign the RFP acknowledgement (signature, date, printed name, firm name) and return it to Megan.R.Murphy@usace.army.mil. (Attachment 3, p. 2)
Complete the price breakout schedule with the labor category table showing the MATOC binding rates. (Attachment 2, p. 1)
Scope highlights
Soo Lock Fire Alarm Modernization in Sault Sainte Marie, MI. (Attachment 3, p. 1)
Design/Build construction task order under MATOC contracts W912P523D0001 through W912P523D0007, solicitation W912QR-62373550. (Attachment 1, 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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