How to bid on sewer system repair at Caserma Miotto, Italy for the Dept of Defense

What the agency is buying

The Department of Defense is seeking a contractor for a Design-Bid-Build project to repair and upgrade stormwater and sanitary sewer systems at Caserma Miotto in Longare, Vicenza, Italy. This work is needed to achieve environmental compliance and prevent future flood damage.

The project involves repairing, upsizing, and separating cross-connected sewer systems. Key tasks include extending stormwater piping, remediating flood and erosion damage, constructing a new connection to the Bisatto River, and installing a stormwater lamination tank beneath a municipal sports field. The sports field will then be restored with new synthetic turf. Options may include asbestos pipe removal, landslide repairs, and sedimentation pond installation.

Key dates and deadlines

This solicitation was published on July 29, 2026. All proposals must be submitted by August 28, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET. It is important to submit your proposal on time, as late submissions are generally not considered.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for construction firms with experience in large-scale sewer system repairs, stormwater management, and site remediation. Experience with environmental compliance projects and working on military installations, especially internationally, would be beneficial. The solicitation is advertised as Unrestricted, meaning it is open to full and open competition from all qualified bidders.

Firms with a strong track record in civil engineering, pipeline construction, and site restoration, including sports field reinstallation, are well-suited for this project. The evaluation will consider technical capabilities, experience, past performance, and price.

How to respond

To access the solicitation documents, you will need to click the “View original source” link on the portal. 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 view all documents, though this is not always required for every bid.

This is a Request for Proposal (RFP) that requires both non-price (technical, experience, and past performance) and price proposals. The evaluation will use a best-value tradeoff process, as outlined in Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul (RFO) 15.103-1. The specific evaluation factors will be detailed within the solicitation documents.

Tips for a competitive response

Carefully review all sections of the solicitation, paying close attention to the scope of work, technical specifications, and evaluation criteria. Ensure your proposal directly addresses each requirement and demonstrates your firm's capability to perform the specific tasks, such as separating cross-connected lines and installing the stormwater lamination tank.

Highlight your firm's relevant experience with similar projects, especially those involving complex sewer system repairs, environmental compliance, and international work. Provide strong past performance references that can attest to your firm's ability to deliver high-quality results on time and within budget. Clearly articulate your technical approach for each major component of the project, including how you plan to manage potential challenges like landslide vulnerabilities and working with existing rights-of-way.