Bid guide
How to bid on Construct Air Traffic Control Tower and Base Ops at Robins AFB, GA
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Savannah District, is seeking bids for the construction of a new Air Traffic Control Tower and Base Operations facility at Robins Air Base, Georgia. This project involves building a complete facility, including reinforced concrete foundations, brick veneer, insulated metal panel exterior walls, a structural steel frame for the tower, and a standing seam metal roof.
The scope includes offices, training areas, a breakroom, a simulator room, an elevator, mechanical, electrical, and communications rooms, storage, restrooms, and the control cab. The facility will have appropriate power, a 750KW backup generator, HVAC, fire and lighting protection, and communications systems. Site preparation, utilities, improvements, and paving are also part of the work. This is a significant opportunity for small businesses in the construction sector, with an estimated value between $25 million and $40 million.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The deadline for submitting proposals is August 6, 2026, at 11:00 AM ET. Bids must be submitted electronically through the PIEE Solicitation Module. No other submission methods will be accepted. A virtual bid opening will be conducted via MS Teams at 12:00 PM ET on the same day; the link will be provided one day prior.
An organized site visit was scheduled for July 7, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM. Contractors interested in attending needed to email a completed "Badge Request Memo Template" by noon on July 2, 2026. The period of performance for this contract, including all options, is 900 calendar days after the notice to proceed is issued.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside, making it exclusively available to small businesses. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 236220 – Commercial and Institutional Building Construction, with a small business size standard of $45 million. Firms specializing in large-scale commercial and institutional building construction, particularly those with experience in complex facility projects involving specialized systems like air traffic control towers, are well-suited for this bid.
The project requires a firm-fixed-price contract, indicating that the selected vendor will be responsible for completing the work at the agreed-upon price, making it suitable for experienced contractors confident in their cost estimations and project management capabilities.
How to respond to this solicitation
The official solicitation and any amendments will be available free of charge by electronic posting only on the System for Award Management (SAM) website. You must register at SAM.gov to download the solicitation documents. Paper copies will not be issued, and telephone or fax requests will not be honored.
To submit your bid, you must use the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) Solicitation Module. Ensure you have an active Proposal Manager role in PIEE. Your company must also maintain an active registration in the SAM database to be eligible for a government contract award. If you are a Joint Venture, the JV entity must have a valid SAM registration.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
Thoroughly review all provided technical specifications and drawings. This project is fully designed, so understanding every detail is crucial for an accurate and competitive bid. Pay close attention to the requirements for the control cab, elevator, backup generator, and all mechanical, electrical, and communications systems.
Given the firm-fixed-price contract type, accurate cost estimation is paramount. Account for all aspects of the 900-calendar-day performance period, including potential material costs, labor, and any unforeseen challenges. Ensure your SAM and PIEE registrations are active and up-to-date well before the submission deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
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 Army; the original posting controls.