How to bid on B747 Auditorium and Restrooms repair for the DEPT of the Army

What the agency is buying and why it matters

The Department of the Army, specifically the Tennessee National Guard, is seeking small businesses to perform repairs on Building 747 at Berry Field Air National Guard Base in Nashville, TN. This project involves two main phases: repairing an auditorium and renovating second-floor restrooms.

The auditorium repair includes selective demolition, new partition walls, finishes, acoustic ceilings, new fixed seating for about 147 people, electrical work, HVAC modifications, AV equipment, electronic security, and minor fire protection. This phase covers approximately 1,600 square feet. The restroom repair involves demolishing existing components and installing new HVAC exhaust, plumbing fixtures, LED lighting, finishes like ceramic tile, and new accessories. This is a significant opportunity for small businesses specializing in commercial and institutional building construction.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

The solicitation is tentatively expected to be issued around July 31, 2026. A pre-bid conference and site visit are tentatively planned for around August 20, 2026, at 1:00 PM local time. Questions for this conference must be submitted by August 14, 2026, via email.

The deadline for bids is September 04, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. The bid opening date is tentatively planned for around September 3, 2026. All work must be completed within 180 calendar days after the notice to proceed, which includes inspection and punch list items. The auditorium repair is the critical path item with a 180-day duration, while the restroom repair has a 90-day duration.

Who this opportunity suits

This project is 100% set aside for small businesses. It is suitable for firms specializing in Commercial and Institutional Building Construction, under NAICS Code 236220, with a small business size standard of $45,000,000. The estimated magnitude of construction is between $500,000 and $1,000,000.

Vendors should have experience with demolition, new construction, interior finishes, electrical systems, HVAC modifications, and plumbing. Familiarity with Department of Defense Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), including UFC 3-540-01, UFC 3-50-01, UFC 1-200-01, and UFC 3-600-01, is essential.

How to respond

To access the solicitation, click "View original source" on the portal. If you land on the homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view documents, though for many bids this is not required.

Interested offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at SAM.gov. There is no fee for registration, and instructions are available on the website. The solicitation and all related information will be available exclusively on the Contract Opportunities page at SAM.gov. It is your responsibility to periodically check the website for any amendments to the solicitation, as this will be the only method of distribution.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully review all Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) documents referenced in the solicitation. Demonstrating a clear understanding of these specific standards will be crucial for your proposal.

Pay close attention to the limitations on subcontracting, as outlined in FAR clause 52.219-14(e)(3) (DEVIATION 2021-O0008). For general construction, you cannot pay more than 85 percent of the government's payment, excluding material costs, to subcontractors that are not similarly situated entities. Ensure your proposed team structure complies with this requirement.

Consider attending the tentative pre-bid conference and site visit. This is an opportunity to ask questions directly and gain a better understanding of the project scope and site conditions. Submit any questions by the August 14, 2026, deadline to the provided email addresses.