Pre-Solicitation Notice: ERCIP Lake City Army Ammunition Plant Microgrid and Combined Heat and Power

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Louisville District intends to issue a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the construction of the ERCIP Lake City Army Ammunition Plant Microgrid and Combined Heat and Power. The proposed project is a Design-Bid-Build construction of a microgrid system powered by two 7.5 MW combined heat and power (CHP) combustion turbines with dual-fuel capable natural gas and propane fuel systems. The project will include all electrical distribution equipment and underground duct bank needed to connect to the existing electrical infrastructure. The microgrid controls will be installed to manage various modes of operation. The project also includes backup propane fuel storage/supply system, site improvements, demolition, full air permitting, communications, cybersecurity, and full commissioning. • The project will install all piping and equipment needed to connect the CHP to the installation’s existing natural gas, steam, condensate, and water infrastructure. • The microgrid will have industrial grade controls with a new control room located in the central heating plant. • Environmental controls will be through the use of low NOx turbines and duct burners. • The Contract Duration is one thousand fourteen (1014) calendar days from Notice to Proceed.