How to bid on Centralized Gas and Electric Metering for the Dept of the Army

What the Army is buying and why it matters

The Department of the Army, specifically the USACE Sacramento District, is seeking a contractor to design, furnish, and install new advanced electric and natural gas meters. This project also includes setting up a centralized utility monitoring station at Defense Distribution Depot San Joaquin (DDJC) in Tracy, California.

The work involves standard electrical construction, conduit installation, and integrating commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) metering equipment. The goal is to provide facilities staff with the ability to monitor routine usage and verify equipment functionality through a localized station that outputs standard format data. This is a construction opportunity set aside for Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB).

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

This Request for Proposal (RFP) was published on July 23, 2026. The deadline for submitting your proposal is August 13, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET. All proposals must be submitted by this time to be considered.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is specifically for Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) in the construction sector. The relevant NAICS code is 237130, which has a small business size standard of $45 million. Firms with experience in electrical construction, conduit installation, and integrating commercial metering equipment would be well-suited for this project.

How to access and respond to the solicitation

To view the full solicitation, click the “View original source” link. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid. You may need to create a free account on the portal to access all documents, though this is not always required for every bid.

Amendment 0001 has been posted, which includes a site visit sign-in sheet and updated wage determinations. Be sure to review this amendment for complete details before preparing your response.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully review all sections of the RFP, including Amendment 0001, to ensure your proposal addresses every requirement. Pay close attention to the scope of work, which includes design, furnishing, and installation of both electric and natural gas meters, as well as the centralized monitoring station.

Highlight your firm's experience with similar electrical construction projects, conduit installation, and the integration of commercial-off-the-shelf metering equipment. Clearly demonstrate your understanding of the technical requirements for outputting standard format data to a localized station. Since this is a WOSB set-aside, ensure your business is properly certified and that your proposal clearly reflects this status.