How to bid on facade, window, door, and drainage renovations for the Army in Baumholder

What the Army is buying and why it matters

The U.S. Army's 409th Contracting Support Brigade is seeking a contractor to perform renovations on Buildings #8404 and #8405 at the Baumholder Military Community in Germany. This project involves restoring building facades and natural stone masonry to prevent water infiltration, replacing exterior windows and doors, making minor roof repairs, and upgrading external infrastructure such as drainage, walkways, and lighting.

This is a firm-fixed-price, single-award contract. For vendors, this means a clear scope of work and a set payment upon completion, offering stability for planning and execution.

Key dates and deadlines

This solicitation was published on July 23, 2026. The deadline for submitting technical proposals is currently listed as TBD. If no exact time is specified in the eventual Invitation for Bid (IFB), the time for receipt is 4:30 p.m., local time. The overall project must be completed within 365 calendar days.

This is a two-step bidding process. Step One requires the submission of a technical proposal without any pricing information. Only firms whose technical proposals are deemed acceptable will be invited to Step Two to submit a bid in euros.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for construction firms with experience in facade renovation, window and door replacement, drainage repair, and minor roof work. Crucially, firms must be authorized to conduct business in Germany, providing documentation such as Handwerkskammer or IHK registration.

The project requires adherence to German Institute for Standardization (DIN) regulations and standards for civil work, architectural work, electrical work, and engineering services. Contractors must demonstrate the ability to complete all specified work within 365 calendar days.

How to respond

To access the opportunity, click “View original source” to open the portal. If the first click leads to 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.

Technical proposals for Step One must be submitted in English and in electronic PDF format. They must not include any prices or pricing information. Proposals should be sent via email to [email protected] and [email protected].

Tips for a competitive response

Focus on providing a comprehensive technical proposal that requires no additional explanations. Clearly outline your method of accomplishment and the materials you propose to use, ensuring they meet or exceed applicable DIN standards. Include sketches or drawings if they help clarify your approach.

Develop a detailed progress schedule that demonstrates your plan to meet the 365-calendar-day delivery time. This schedule should cover deliverables, material possession, preparation, mobilization dates, and the planned sequence of work. Ensure all required documentation, especially your German business authorization certificates, is included.

You are encouraged to submit multiple technical proposals if you have different basic approaches. Each will be evaluated separately. Remember, the government may proceed with Step Two without requesting further information, so make your initial submission as strong as possible.