Bid guide
How to bid on Design/Build Maintenance and Repair for the Army Reserve at JBMDL, NJ
What the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is buying
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Louisville District, is seeking a design-build contractor to repair and modernize a 21,644-square-foot Army Reserve maintenance facility at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst (JBMDL) in Burlington, New Jersey. This project involves comprehensive upgrades to the Area Maintenance Support Activity (AMSA).
The scope of work includes repairing failing HVAC and electrical systems, reconfiguring interior walls for flexible workspaces, upgrading light fixtures, installing a fire alarm and suppression system, and repairing electrical conduit distribution. Exterior structural repairs, replacement of the standing seam metal roof, and correction of life safety deficiencies are also part of the project. The facility must meet minimum DOD Antiterrorism standards, and all hazardous materials removed during demolition must be disposed of according to state and federal guidelines. This is a firm-fixed-price contract with an anticipated value between $10 million and $25 million, with a duration of 1,095 calendar days.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This is currently a Request for Information (RFI) published on August 07, 2026. The deadline for this RFI is August 21, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. Responses to this RFI are not required.
The official Request for Proposal (RFP) is anticipated to be released around August 30, 2026, with an approximate closing date of October 1, 2026. Actual dates and times will be identified in the solicitation when it is posted.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside, making it suitable for small businesses specializing in commercial and institutional building construction. The North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this effort is 236220. Firms with expertise in design-build projects, particularly those involving facility modernization, HVAC and electrical system upgrades, fire protection, structural repairs, and hazardous material disposal, will find this relevant.
The project magnitude of $10 million to $25 million indicates it is for firms capable of managing significant construction projects. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for award.
How to respond to the solicitation
The official solicitation, when posted, will be available free of charge by electronic posting only on the federal Contracting Opportunities website, sam.gov. Paper copies will not be issued, and telephone, email, or fax requests will not be honored. Project files are in PDF format.
Amendments, if issued, will also be posted to sam.gov. It is the offeror's responsibility to periodically check the website for any amendments. Offerors must have and maintain an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) at sam.gov. If the offeror is a Joint Venture, the JV entity must have a valid SAM registration.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
This will be a two-phase Design/Build procurement process, using a Best Value Tradeoff source selection. In Phase I, the government will evaluate factors such as Past Performance and Technical Approach for Design/Build, along with Pro Forma Information like bonding and financial capability. Ensure your submission clearly demonstrates strong past performance on similar design-build projects and a well-articulated technical approach.
A target of five most highly qualified offerors will be invited to Phase II. In Phase II, factors such as Design Narrative, Management Plan, and Price will be evaluated. Prepare a detailed design narrative that addresses the project requirements, a robust management plan, and a competitive price. All evaluation factors, other than cost or price, are considered approximately equal to cost or price. The government intends to award without discussions but reserves the right to conduct discussions.
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.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Louisville District; the original posting controls.