33330225CF0010369
Definitive Contract
Overview
Government Description
FLWO dormitory replacement. Includes construction of a new summit dormitory addition connected to the existing commons building at the Fred Lawrence Whipple Observatory (FLWO), installation of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire suppression and alarm systems, construction of a new fire water tank, installation of standing seam metal roof assemblies, provision of new siding on the commons building, installation of lightning protection, and commissioning services. Work in the commons building includes upgrades to fire suppression and alarm systems, security systems, replacement of electrical panels, removal of the dock lift, and infilling existing door openings. Option 1 includes demolition of the existing dormitory and site restoration.
Awardee
Awarding / Funding Agency
Place of Performance
Amado, AZ 85645 United States
Pricing
Fixed Price
Set Aside
None
Extent Competed
Full And Open Competition
Related Opportunity
Analysis Notes
Amendment Since initial award the Potential End Date has been extended from 08/29/25 to 03/19/26 and the Potential Award value has increased 1% from $10,767,193 to $10,915,332.
Kapp-Con was awarded
Definitive Contract 33330225CF0010369 (333302-25-C-F0010369)
for FLWO Dormitory Replacement
worth up to $10,915,332
by Smithsonian Institution
in August 2025.
The contract
has a duration of 7 months and
was awarded
through solicitation Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory Fred Lawrence Whipple Observatory (FLWO) Dormitory Replacement
full & open
with
NAICS 236220 and
PSC Y1JA
via direct negotiation acquisition procedures with 4 bids received.
Status
(Complete)
Last Modified 3/9/26
Period of Performance
8/19/25
Start Date
3/19/26
Current End Date
3/19/26
Potential End Date
Obligations
$10.9M
Total Obligated
$10.9M
Current Award
$10.9M
Potential Award
Award Hierarchy
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Activity Timeline
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Procurement history for 33330225CF0010369
Transaction History
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People
Suggested agency contacts for 33330225CF0010369
Competition
Number of Bidders
4
Solicitation Procedures
Negotiated Proposal/Quote
Evaluated Preference
None
Commercial Item Acquisition
Commercial Item Procedures Not Used
Simplified Procedures for Commercial Items
No
Other Categorizations
Subcontracting Plan
Plan Not Required
Cost Accounting Standards
Exempt
Business Size Determination
Small Business
Awardee UEI
TBCLLYYF4LR8
Awardee CAGE
5SRX9
Agency Detail
Awarding Office
333302 SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION
Funding Office
333125
Created By
chanvc@si.edu
Last Modified By
chanvc@si.edu
Approved By
chanvc@si.edu
Legislative
Legislative Mandates
Construction Wage Rate Requirements
Performance District
AZ-06
Senators
Kyrsten Sinema
Mark Kelly
Mark Kelly
Representative
Juan Ciscomani
Modified: 3/9/26