How to bid on the $499M AE General Services MATOC for the DEPT of the Army

What the Army Corps of Engineers is buying

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Southwestern Division is seeking information from firms for a potential eight-year, shared-capacity contract worth up to $499 million. This contract would cover a full range of architecture and engineering (A-E) design and related services. This includes program management, planning, feasibility studies, design concepts, research, analysis, engineering, and design for new construction, alterations, maintenance, and repair of real property.

The scope also covers pre-design site assessments, surveys, geotechnical and environmental investigations, hazardous materials testing, historical and cultural resource investigations, seismic studies, cost estimates, value engineering, and design reviews. Firms should have expertise in Guiding Principles Assessment and Compliance, Federal Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) inspections, Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection (AT/FP) design, security, data, communications systems, fire protection, life safety, blast design, and mechanical systems.

This is a Sources Sought announcement, which is a market survey to gather information. It is not a request for proposals, and no contract will be awarded from this notice. The information collected will help the government with preliminary planning and to determine if any set-asides or reserves will be included in the future contract pool.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

This Sources Sought announcement was published on September 28, 2026. Responses are due by October 29, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. This deadline is for submitting your response to the market survey.

After this deadline, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will evaluate the responses to determine the interest, capabilities, and qualifications of firms. This will inform their decision on how to structure the formal solicitation, which is expected to be posted on SAM.gov at a later date. No reimbursement will be made for any costs associated with providing information in response to this notice.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for Architect-Engineer (A-E) firms of all sizes, including small businesses, Section 8(a), Historically Underutilized Business Zones (HUBZone), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), and Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB). These small business categories are highly encouraged to participate.

The North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) Code for this procurement is 541330, A-E Services, with a small business size standard of $25.5 million. Firms should have average annual gross revenue exceeding $2 million and more than 10 full-time personnel. The most relevant experience includes vertical design and federal government experience, such as site/civil engineering, structural engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and architecture.

How to respond to this RFI

To access the opportunity, click “View original source” on the portal. 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 to view documents, though this is not always required.

Your response to this Sources Sought announcement is limited to five pages. You should submit a Standard Form 330 (SF-330) Architect-Engineer Qualifications statement. The government will notify respondents of the results of the evaluation upon request. Firms must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for future contract awards.

Practical tips for a competitive response

Since this is a Sources Sought notice, focus on clearly demonstrating your firm's capabilities and relevant experience within the five-page limit. Highlight specific projects that align with the broad scope of A-E services mentioned, especially those involving vertical design and federal government experience.

Ensure your SF-330 is well-organized and directly addresses the types of engineering and design services requested. Provide concrete examples of your firm's ability to deliver full designs, including plans, specifications, design analysis, and cost estimates, within specified timelines. Emphasize your expertise in areas like Guiding Principles Assessment, AHERA inspections, and Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection requirements.

Clearly state your firm's size, average annual gross revenue, and number of full-time personnel to show you meet the minimum qualifications. If you are a small business or fall into one of the encouraged categories, make sure this is prominently noted in your response.