How to bid on construction of a new administration building and maintenance garage for the Department of Transportation

What the agency is buying

The Department of Transportation is seeking a contractor to build a new administration building and a maintenance garage. This project is located in Massena, New York. This is a significant opportunity for construction firms.

This solicitation is a 100% set-aside for small businesses. The relevant NAICS code is 236220, Commercial and Institutional Building Construction, with a size standard of $45,000,000.

Key dates and deadlines

The deadline for submitting offers is September 25, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Standard Time. All offers must be submitted via email.

There is a site visit scheduled for September 9, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST. Instructions for the site visit are on page 27 of the Request for Proposals. Questions regarding the solicitation are due by September 11, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST, and should be emailed to [email protected].

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is specifically for small businesses in the commercial and institutional building construction sector. Firms with experience in constructing administrative buildings and maintenance garages will find this relevant.

The project's NAICS code is 236220, which has a size standard of $45 million. Only businesses meeting this small business criterion are eligible to bid.

How to respond

To access the solicitation documents, click the “View original source” link. 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 to view all documents.

Offers must be submitted by email to [email protected] by the deadline. Ensure you acknowledge any amendments by signing and returning one copy of the SF30 with your proposal submission.

Tips for a competitive response

Carefully review all revised drawings and specification sections, as these were updated in Amendment A00002. Pay close attention to Attachment C_GLS Administration Building Drawings_RV1.pdf and GLS Administration Building Technical Specifications_Revised Sections 09.03.26.zip.

Attending the site visit on September 9, 2026, is highly recommended to gain a clear understanding of the project scope and site conditions. Submit any questions you have by the September 11 deadline to ensure you receive official clarifications.

Ensure your company is registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and that your registration is active. This is a mandatory requirement for award. Double-check that your proposal addresses all requirements outlined in the Request for Proposals, especially those related to FAR RFO Part 15.