How to bid on lawn irrigation installation for the DEPT of Defense

What the agency is buying and why it matters

The Defense Supply Center Richmond (DSCR) needs a contractor to install lawn irrigation systems at Buildings 46 and 47 in Chesterfield County, Virginia. This is a construction project with an estimated value between $250,000 and $500,000.

The work is expected to be completed within 90 days after the Notice to Proceed. This opportunity is set aside 100% for small businesses, making it a good target for eligible firms in the construction sector.

Key dates and deadlines

A site visit is scheduled for August 18, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET. You must coordinate site access in advance. Questions about the solicitation are due by the end of the day on August 19, 2026. Quotes must be submitted by the end of the day on August 28, 2026.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is a 100% small business set-aside. It is suitable for general commercial construction firms (NAICS Code 236220) with a small business size standard of $45 million. A key requirement is that the prime contractor must have an office publicly visible on SAM.gov and be within a 120-mile commutable driving distance of the DSCR facility in North Chesterfield, VA.

Firms must also be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to award.

How to respond

To access the solicitation, click “View original source” on the portal. If you land on the homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view documents, though for many bids this is not required.

All inquiries and quotes must be submitted via email to [email protected]. For the site visit, coordinate access with Ramy Massey at (804) 929-1846 or [email protected], and rendezvous at Building 46 Main Entrance. You must pre-enroll in the Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) at https://dbids-global-enroll.dmdc.mil at least five days before the site visit to gain installation access.

Tips for a competitive response

This award will be made to the lowest priced, technically acceptable (LPTA) offeror. Ensure your proposal clearly addresses all requirements in the Statement of Work and the solicitation. Past performance will be considered as part of technical acceptability, with the Contracting Officer pulling data from CPARS and SPRS.

Given the LPTA evaluation, focus on providing a competitive price while thoroughly demonstrating your technical capability. Pay close attention to the commutable distance requirement and ensure your SAM.gov registration is current and reflects your office location. Also, be aware of the liquidated damages of $500 per calendar day for delays.