Bid guide
How to bid on Design-Build Maintenance and Repair at Fort Sam Houston, DEPT of Defense
What the agency is buying
The U.S. Army is seeking a design-build contractor for maintenance and repair work on Training Building 1520 at the General Stilwell Memorial Army Reserve Center, Fort Sam Houston, Joint Base San Antonio, Texas. This project aims to fix existing issues and extend the building's life by 25 years.
The scope of work includes repairs to the roofing, HVAC, electrical, water distribution, fire alarm and suppression systems, ceilings, windows, doors, floor coverings, interior reconfiguration, and interior and exterior finishes. The contract duration is estimated at 937 calendar days. This is a firm-fixed-price contract under NAICS code 236220, Commercial and Institutional Building Construction.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This Request for Proposal (RFP) was published on July 31, 2026. The deadline for responses is August 31, 2026, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time. All proposals must be submitted by this time.
This is a two-phase design-build procurement. Phase I involves submitting past performance, technical approach, and capability information. A target of five highly qualified offerors will be invited to Phase II, where they will submit additional information including a design narrative, management plan, schedule narrative, and price.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for experienced construction firms specializing in commercial and institutional building construction, particularly those with design-build capabilities. Firms should have a strong track record in maintenance and repair projects involving multiple building systems.
A small business subcontracting plan is required for this full and open procurement. Offerors must also have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) at sam.gov.
How to respond
To access the solicitation documents, you must first go to the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) website. Look for the hyperlink titled PIEE Solicitation Module Link for W912QR26RA055 in the Attachments/Links section of the opportunity page. Once on the PIEE site, scroll down to the Attachments section to find the documents.
You may need a free account on the portal to view documents. It is your responsibility to check the websites periodically for any amendments to the solicitation, as this will be the only method of distributing updates.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Given the two-phase evaluation, focus on a strong Phase I submission. Clearly demonstrate your firm's and your A/E Designer of Record's past performance on similar design-build projects. Your technical approach for design-build should be well-articulated, showing a clear understanding of the project's scope.
Ensure all pro forma information, such as bonding and financial capability, meets the solicitation's minimum requirements. For Phase II, if invited, pay close attention to the design narrative, management plan, schedule narrative, and pricing. Remember that all evaluation factors other than cost or price are considered approximately equal to cost or price, so a balanced proposal is key. The government intends to award without discussions, so make your initial proposal as complete and compelling as possible.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
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