Bid guide
How to bid on Construct Concrete Targets for the Department of Defense
What the agency is buying
The Department of Defense needs a contractor to build various reinforced-concrete test targets at Eglin Air Force Base in Florida. This is a firm-fixed-price contract with an estimated value of $19 million, lasting one base year plus four option years. The contractor will provide all plant, labor, materials, and equipment for construction.
The contract will involve constructing targets as shown on contract drawings, but also new target types with different dimensions, reinforcing steel, and concrete strengths as required. This opportunity is a small business set-aside.
Key dates and deadlines
The deadline for questions is September 30, 2026, at 12:00 PM CST. A site visit is scheduled for September 28, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST at Site C-74. Proposals must be received by October 9, 2026, at 3:00 PM CST. Offers received after this exact date and time will not be considered unless it is determined to be in the best interest of the Government.
Proposals must remain valid for 60 days after submission. The period of performance for the base year is December 18, 2026, through December 17, 2027, with four additional 12-month option periods.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is a small business set-aside under NAICS Code 238110, which has a size standard of $19.0 million. It is suitable for construction firms specializing in concrete work and reinforced concrete structures. Contractors must be registered and active in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for an award.
Firms should be aware of restrictions on performance by non-U.S. citizens, as information and materials may be subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations or Export Administration Regulations. Non-U.S. citizens or companies may perform work if designated a U.S. Person or if they obtain Department of State authorization.
How to respond
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Proposals must be submitted electronically via PIEE or by email to the Contracting Officer and Contract Specialist. For the site visit on September 28, 2026, interested parties are limited to two personnel. You must provide the full name, valid driver's license number, and state of issuance for each participant to both the Contracting Officer and Contract Specialist via email.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review the solicitation document, including provisions and clauses, which are in effect through the latest Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) and R-DFARS updates. Pay close attention to clauses 52.212-1 (Instructions to Offerors) and 52.212-2 (Evaluation - Commercial Products and Commercial Services), as these will detail how your proposal should be structured and evaluated.
The evaluation factors are Price and Past Performance. Ensure your pricing is competitive and clearly justified. Provide strong evidence of relevant past performance, highlighting similar concrete construction projects, especially those involving reinforced concrete test targets or structures of comparable complexity and scale. Attend the site visit to gain a better understanding of the project scope and site conditions, which can inform a more accurate and competitive proposal.
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