How to bid on Architectural Engineering Services for a new VA Medical Center in San Antonio

What the agency is buying

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District, is looking for architectural and engineering (A-E) services for a new Veterans Affairs medical complex in San Antonio, Texas. This will be a large facility, approximately 1.4 million gross square feet, including a hospital, administration building, parking structure, and a central utility plant.

The work required may cover all phases from planning and design to construction bid documents (for various construction methods like Design-Build or Design-Bid-Build), technical reviews, construction phase support, and commissioning. This is an opportunity for A-E firms to secure a significant, long-term contract with a maximum value of $90 million over a 10-year ordering period.

Key dates and deadlines

This Request for Information (RFI) was published on July 23, 2026. The deadline for responses is August 11, 2026, at 11:00 AM Eastern Time. The Army Corps of Engineers anticipates awarding this contract in December 2026.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for architectural and engineering firms with the capacity to handle large-scale medical facility projects. The primary NAICS code is 541330 (Engineering Services), which has a small business size standard of $25.5 million in average annual receipts. Both large and small businesses are encouraged to respond.

Firms must be registered in SAM.gov and have a Unique Entity Identification (UEI) number. Additionally, all firms must complete their VETS-4212 report, which tracks employment of protected veterans.

How to respond

To access the solicitation documents, click the “View original source” button. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need to create a free account on the portal to view all documents, though this is not always required.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Given this is an A-E services contract, your response should clearly demonstrate your firm's competence and qualifications for designing and managing complex medical facility projects. Highlight your experience with similar large-scale healthcare infrastructure, especially any work for the Department of Veterans Affairs or other federal agencies.

Ensure all required registrations are current. This includes your UEI number and SAM.gov registration. Also, verify that your VETS-4212 report is completed and up to date. For large businesses, be prepared to discuss your small business subcontracting plan, as specific goals for various small business categories are outlined.

Pay close attention to the scope of work, which includes planning, design, construction support, and commissioning. Tailor your qualifications to show expertise in each of these areas. If you have experience with different construction methods like Design-Build or Design-Bid-Build, emphasize that in your submission.