Bid guide
How to bid on B730 - Renovate RM106 for Emergency Operations Center for the Air Force
What the Air Force is buying
The Department of the Air Force is seeking a contractor to fully renovate an existing alternate Emergency Operations Center (EOC) at Columbus Air Force Base in Columbus, MS. This project includes a security analysis and updates to ensure the EOC meets current Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) and Air Force Instruction (AFI) requirements.
This is a construction opportunity with an estimated value between $250,000 and $500,000. It involves providing all necessary plant, labor, equipment, transportation, and tools to complete the renovation.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on July 20, 2026. A site visit is scheduled for August 11, 2026, at 9:00 AM CST. To attend, you must register by 7:30 AM CST on August 5, 2026, by emailing the point of contact to request a DoD Safe drop-off link for your Entry Authorization Listing (EAL) document.
Questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted by 7:30 AM CST on August 17, 2026. The final deadline for proposals is September 01, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. Proposals must be submitted electronically.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for construction firms experienced in renovation projects, particularly those with expertise in security analysis and upgrades for government facilities. Contractors should be familiar with UFC and AFI requirements.
The project's value range of $250,000 to $500,000 makes it accessible for small to mid-sized construction businesses.
How to respond
To access the solicitation documents, you must first complete the Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) Training Slides and sign and return the "MFR Contractor CUI Training Acknowledgment for Solicitations" attachment. Once the point of contact receives your signed acknowledgment, you can request access to the locked documents through SAM.gov.
Proposals must be submitted electronically by the deadline. It is highly encouraged to attend the site visit to gain a better understanding of the project scope, though attendance is not mandatory.
Tips for a competitive response
Carefully review all solicitation documents, especially the CUI-protected drawings, to fully understand the renovation and security requirements. Your proposal should clearly demonstrate your firm's capability to meet both the construction and security analysis aspects of the project.
Pay close attention to the site visit registration process and base entry requirements if you plan to attend. Submitting questions by the deadline is crucial for clarifying any ambiguities. Ensure your proposal addresses all specified UFC and AFI requirements for the Emergency Operations Center.
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 DEPT of the Air Force; the original posting controls.