FCI Three Rivers-Replace Generators, Transformers, and Electrical Infrastructure
JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS.NATIONAL ACQUISITIONS - CO · Response deadline: Mon, 30 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) seeks a contractor to replace generators, transformers, and electrical infrastructure at Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Three Rivers in Three Rivers, Texas. This is a commercial construction project involving electrical systems work at a federal correctional facility. The scope typically includes removal of existing electrical infrastructure and installation of new emergency power systems, transformers, and related electrical distribution equipment to maintain reliable power for a secure institutional environment.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Justice, Department of. Federal Prison System / Bureau of Prisons. National Acquisitions - CO |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | 15BNAS27Q00000002 |
| NAICS | 236220 |
| Set-aside | 8(a) Set-Aside (FAR 19.8) |
| Response deadline | November 30, 2026, 11:00 AM ET |
| Place of performance | Three Rivers, TX |
Who can bid
This opportunity is exclusively open to 8(a) certified small businesses under the Small Business Administration's 8(a) Business Development program, per FAR 19.8. Only firms currently approved and in good standing in the SBA 8(a) program may bid. The NAICS code 236220 applies to commercial and institutional building construction, indicating the work involves building-related electrical infrastructure rather than standalone utility-scale electrical work.
Potential bidders should verify their 8(a) eligibility, ensure their SAM.gov registration is active, and confirm their size standard compliance for NAICS 236220. SBA district office confirmation of 8(a) status may be required during evaluation.
How to put together a competitive bid
For prison infrastructure work, bids should demonstrate specific capabilities:
Security clearance and background check readiness: BOP facilities require contractor personnel to pass background checks and follow strict security protocols. Bidders should address their familiarity with federal prison security requirements and their ability to manage cleared labor forces.
Electrical systems expertise: Emphasize experience with emergency/standby generator systems, medium-voltage transformers, and institutional electrical distribution. Document prior work on critical facilities where power reliability is essential.
Schedules and phasing: FCI Three Rivers is an active correctional facility. Propose practical phasing that maintains essential operations during construction, addressing how to manage power outages, temporary generation, and coordination with facility staff.
Safety and quality control: Institutional clients prioritize safety records and quality assurance plans. Include your EMR (Experience Modification Rate), safety program details, and QC procedures for electrical installations under NFPA 70 (National Electrical Code).
Past performance: Document comparable projects, especially at federal facilities, correctional institutions, hospitals, or data centers where electrical infrastructure replacement occurred without disrupting critical operations.
Next steps
Review the full solicitation and associated documents on SAM.gov using solicitation number 15BNAS27Q00000002. The response deadline is November 30, 2026 at 11:00 AM Eastern Time—late submissions will not be considered. See the solicitation for complete proposal instructions, evaluation criteria, bonding requirements, and any required site visits or pre-bid conferences.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →