Bid guide
How to bid on the Fort Lee Vehicle Recovery Range construction for the Army
What the Army is buying
The Department of the Army needs a contractor to build 24 concrete vehicle turning pads at Fort Lee, Virginia. This project also includes necessary site drainage improvements and related road alignment and repair work.
The work is divided into three phases. The contractor will access one phase at a time, completing each before moving to the next. Phases two and three will only be performed if the Army exercises those options. This opportunity is for construction firms.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This solicitation was published on July 21, 2026. Bids are due by August 11, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. An amendment to the solicitation, W9123626BA0006, has extended the bid due date and bid opening date. Vendors should refer to the SF30 attachment for the revised dates.
At the deadline, all submitted bids will be considered by the Department of the Army.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for construction firms with experience in concrete work, site excavation, drainage system installation, and road grading and alignment. The project requires careful adherence to design specifications for concrete placement and storm drainage.
Firms capable of managing phased construction projects, where access is granted sequentially, will find this a good fit.
How to respond
To access the solicitation documents, click “View original source” to open the opportunity on the portal. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid.
You may need a free account on the portal to view all documents, though for some bids, an account is not required. Be sure to review Amendment 0003 and the SF30 attachment for the updated bid due date and bid opening date.
Tips for a competitive response
Carefully review all project drawings and design specifications to ensure your bid accurately reflects the required materials and construction methods for the concrete turning pads, drainage systems, and road work.
Pay close attention to the phased nature of the project. Your proposal should demonstrate a clear understanding of how you will manage access to one phase at a time and complete each phase before proceeding. Highlight your experience with similar multi-phase projects. Ensure your bid addresses the potential for phases two and three to be exercised as options, even if your initial proposal focuses on phase one.
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 DEPT of the Army; the original posting controls.