How to bid on water tank replacement at FCC Oakdale for Department of Justice

What the agency is buying

The Federal Bureau of Prisons (FBOP) needs a contractor to remove two existing 500,000-gallon ground-mounted water tanks and install two new 948,131-gallon ground-mounted water tanks at the Federal Correctional Complex (FCC) Oakdale in Oakdale, Louisiana. This is a construction project with an estimated value between $5 million and $10 million.

The work will take place outside the secure perimeter of the prison. The performance period for this contract is 336 calendar days from the issuance of the Notice to Proceed.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation was published on August 6, 2026. Quotes are due by August 31, 2026, at 1:00 PM CST (2:00 PM ET).

An optional site visit is scheduled for August 14, 2026, at 9:00 AM CST. If you plan to attend, you must submit NCIC information for each person attending to Mr. Ken Keys at [email protected] by August 13, 2026, at 1:00 PM CST.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is a 100% small business set-aside. The applicable North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code is 237110, "Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction," with a small business size standard of $45.0 million in average annual receipts.

Firms specializing in large-scale water infrastructure construction, particularly those with experience in tank removal and installation, are well-suited for this project. Your firm must be registered in SAM.gov as a small business under this NAICS code.

How to respond

The solicitation documents, including any amendments, are distributed solely through the Contract Opportunity website. You will need an active SAM.gov vendor registration and a valid Marketing Partner Identification Number (MPIN) to access secure documents.

All quotes must be submitted electronically via email to [email protected] by the deadline. You are required to provide all pages of the attached written solicitation with your complete quotation. Quotes will be evaluated based on price and past performance.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Ensure your SAM.gov registration is current and accurate, especially your small business size metrics for NAICS code 237110. The government will review this information to confirm your eligibility as a small business.

Carefully review all solicitation documents, including Amendment 0001 which updates incorporated drawings. Pay close attention to the scope of work, which specifies the removal of existing tanks and installation of larger ones. Since past performance is an evaluation factor, be prepared to highlight relevant projects where your firm successfully completed similar water tank construction or replacement work.

Consider attending the optional site visit. While not mandatory, it can provide valuable insights into the project site and potential challenges, helping you prepare a more accurate and competitive bid. Remember to submit the required NCIC information in advance if you plan to attend.