Bid guide
How to bid on a modernized wastewater treatment facility for the DEPT of Defense
What the agency is buying
The Department of Defense is seeking a contractor to design and construct a modernized industrial wastewater treatment facility at the Radford Army Ammunition Plant (RFAAP) in Radford, Virginia. This new facility is critical for treating complex wastewater generated from explosives manufacturing before it is discharged into the New River.
The current facility, built in the 1980s, is past its useful life, located in a floodplain, and has experienced multiple permit violations. The new Bioplant will replace this aging infrastructure, which is a single point of failure for the plant's operations. This is an opportunity for a contractor to provide a complete design and construction solution.
Key dates and deadlines
This is a Request for Information (RFI) for a contemplated Other Transaction Agreement (OTA). Questions regarding this opportunity are due by August 7, 2026. The deadline for submitting proposals is August 20, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET.
A successful initial award for the design project may lead to a follow-on contract for site preparation, construction, commissioning, and transition without further competition, provided the initial transaction was competitively awarded and the project was successfully completed.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for firms with expertise in the design and construction of industrial wastewater treatment facilities, particularly those capable of handling complex chemical components like solvents and propellant residues. Experience with facilities requiring strict environmental compliance, such as those regulated by Virginia Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (VPDES) permits, would be highly relevant.
The project falls under the facilities category, specifically focusing on critical infrastructure and environmental compliance within a manufacturing context.
How to respond
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Tips for a competitive response
When preparing your response, clearly demonstrate your understanding of the specific challenges at Radford Army Ammunition Plant, including the need to treat complex wastewater from explosives manufacturing and the critical nature of replacing an aging facility in a floodplain. Highlight your firm's experience with similar projects involving stringent environmental regulations and the treatment of hazardous or complex industrial waste streams.
Emphasize your proposed solution's ability to ensure consistent compliance with environmental permits and to provide a robust, long-term operational solution. Given the potential for a follow-on contract without further competition, a strong initial proposal for the design phase is crucial. Clearly articulate your design approach and how it addresses the vulnerabilities of the current Bioplant.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
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