Bid guide
How to bid on Encroachment Management and Mission Readiness Services for the DEPT of Defense
What the Navy is buying and why it matters
The Department of Defense, specifically the Navy, is seeking one highly qualified engineering firm for an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. This contract will provide multi-discipline Architect-Engineer (A-E) services focused on encroachment management and mission readiness, sustainment, and compatibility. Work will primarily be for Navy and Marine Corps installations in Navy Region Southwest, but could extend worldwide.
This opportunity is significant because it is an unrestricted procurement with a total ceiling of $30 million over a two-year base period and three one-year option periods. Task orders will range from $25,000 to $2.5 million, offering substantial potential for the selected firm. The estimated start date for this contract is March 2027.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This Request for Proposal (RFP) was published on August 27, 2026. The deadline for submitting your proposal is October 29, 2026, at 5:00 PM Eastern Time. All proposals must be submitted by this deadline to be considered.
After the deadline, the government will evaluate submissions based on demonstrated competence and qualifications, in accordance with the selection criteria outlined in the solicitation.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is best suited for an engineering firm with multi-discipline Architect-Engineer capabilities. The primary services required include land use planning, Air Installations Compatible Use Zones (AICUZ) and Range Air Installations Compatible Use Zones (RAICUZ) studies, Encroachment Action Plans (EAP) or Encroachment Control Plans (ECP), Strategic Engagement and Communication Plans (SECP), outreach planning materials, and electronic database management.
Secondary services include various related studies and analyses, such as geospatial analysis, traffic studies, glint/glare analysis, and socio-economic studies, as well as assistance with public notice and training on encroachment-related studies. Firms must qualify under North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) Code 541330 (Engineering Services).
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full solicitation documents and instructions, you will need to view the original source on the government portal. Click the “View original source” link. 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. Review the attached synopsis for complete instructions on how to prepare and submit your proposal.
Tips for a competitive response
When preparing your response, focus on clearly demonstrating your firm's competence and qualifications in all the required primary and secondary A-E services. Provide specific examples of past projects that highlight your experience with land use planning, AICUZ/RAICUZ studies, and encroachment management.
Ensure your proposal addresses the multi-discipline nature of the work. Highlight your firm's ability to handle task orders ranging from $25,000 to $2.5 million and your capacity to support projects primarily in Navy Region Southwest, but also potentially worldwide. Pay close attention to all instructions in the attached synopsis to ensure full compliance.
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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