How to bid on the Annual Health & Safety Audit for the Architect of the Capitol

What the agency is buying

The Architect of the Capitol needs an annual health and safety audit of the US Capitol Power Plant's utility tunnels. This audit will identify non-compliance with safety regulations and assess the condition of the tunnels, including potential for failure. The report will document current conditions, operational practices, and any changes or new deterioration since past reports. It will also address the potential for tunnel or pipe failure or other imminent concerns, with digital photographs included.

This opportunity is for professional services to ensure the safety and health compliance of critical infrastructure.

Key dates and deadlines

This Request for Proposal (RFP) was published on June 18, 2026. The deadline for submitting your proposal is August 13, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET. All proposals must be received by this time.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for firms with expertise in professional services related to health and safety audits, environmental consulting, testing laboratories, and building inspection services. Bidders should have a team that includes certified industrial hygienists, safety specialists, and mechanical and electrical engineers.

The primary NAICS code is 541330 (Engineering Services). Other relevant NAICS codes include 541620 (Environmental Consulting Services), 541380 (Testing Laboratories and Services), and 541350 (Building Inspection Services).

How to respond

To access the solicitation documents, you will need to go to the portal. Click the "View original source" link. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid. You may need to create a free account to view all documents, though this is not always required.

Tips for a competitive response

When preparing your response, clearly demonstrate your team's qualifications, specifically highlighting the certified industrial hygienists, safety specialists, and mechanical and electrical engineers who will be involved. Provide specific examples of past projects where your firm successfully conducted similar health and safety audits or inspections of complex utility infrastructure.

Pay close attention to the scope of work, ensuring your proposal addresses all requirements, such as identifying non-compliance, assessing conditions, documenting changes, and identifying potential failures. Detail your methodology for conducting the audit and preparing the report, including how digital photographs will be incorporated. A well-structured proposal that directly addresses each requirement will be more competitive.