Bid guide
How to bid on construction IDIQ contracts for the Smithsonian Institution
What the Smithsonian Institution is buying
The Smithsonian Institution is looking for small business construction firms to establish multiple Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts. These contracts will cover construction projects ranging from $1 million to $8 million each.
The work will support Smithsonian facilities in the Washington, DC metropolitan area, as well as locations in Front Royal, Virginia, and Edgewater, Maryland. This is an opportunity for construction firms to secure ongoing work with a major federal institution.
Key dates and deadlines
This solicitation was published on September 01, 2026. If you have questions or need clarification, these must be submitted by September 15, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. EST.
Proposals are due by October 06, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. ET. It is important to submit your proposal on time, as late submissions may not be considered.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for small business construction firms. The primary NAICS code for this work is 236220, which covers Commercial and Institutional Building Construction.
Firms with experience in projects valued between $1 million and $8 million, and those capable of working in the Washington, DC metropolitan area and nearby Virginia and Maryland locations, will find this a relevant opportunity.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full details of this opportunity, you will need to view the original source on the portal. Click the “View original source” link. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid.
You may need a free account on the portal to view all documents, though this is not always required. Questions should be sent in Word format, sequentially numbered, to [email protected] by the deadline. Proposals must be submitted in PDF format (one PDF for technical information) via the provided Dropbox link by the proposal deadline.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
When preparing your proposal, ensure all questions are answered thoroughly and directly. Pay close attention to any specific formatting or content requirements outlined in the solicitation documents. Since this is an IDIQ contract, highlight your firm's capacity to handle multiple projects of varying scope within the specified value range.
Clearly demonstrate your experience with commercial and institutional building construction, especially projects of similar size and complexity. Organize your proposal logically and make it easy for the evaluators to find the information they need. Double-check all submission instructions, including file types and submission methods, to avoid any technical issues.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Smithsonian Institution; the original posting controls.