Bid guide
How to bid on the Freedom Connection Natural Gas Pipeline for the Dept. of the Army
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is conducting market research for a future contract to design and build the Freedom Connection Natural Gas Pipeline in Puerto Rico. This project involves constructing approximately 4.2 miles of 20-inch natural gas pipeline from the San Juan LNG terminal to the Palo Seco Power Plant.
The work may include materials procurement, site preparation, pipeline installation using trenchless and open-trench methods, construction of valve and pig stations, testing, commissioning, and site restoration. The estimated construction value for this project is between $25 million and $100 million. This is an opportunity for firms with experience in large-scale pipeline construction to demonstrate their capabilities for a significant infrastructure project aimed at enhancing Puerto Rico's power grid resilience.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The deadline for submitting your capability statement is September 24, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET (which is 10:00 AM AST). This is a request for information for market research purposes only, not a request for proposals or an invitation for bids. No contract will be awarded from this synopsis.
The information gathered will help the USACE determine its final procurement strategy. Submitting a response is not a prerequisite for any potential future offerings, and the government will not pay for any information submitted.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for construction firms with experience as a prime contractor on natural gas pipeline projects of similar magnitude and complexity. Firms should be able to demonstrate experience with both materials procurement and construction, including civil projects involving trenchless technologies like Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) and work in dense urban or environmentally sensitive areas.
The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code for this project is 237120 - Oil and Gas Pipeline and Related Structures Construction, with a small business size standard of $45 million. The USACE is particularly interested in responses from Small Business concerns, certified HUBZone, 8(a), Woman-Owned Small Businesses, Economically Disadvantaged Woman-Owned Small Business, Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Business, or Veteran-Owned Small Business.
How to respond
To respond, you need to submit a capability statement that is no more than 10 pages long. This statement should address your firm's ability to manage and execute an integrated procurement and construction project of this type.
Your capability statement must include your company profile (name, address, point of contact, CAGE Code, Unique Entity Identifier), your firm's socioeconomic status, and documentation from your bonding company showing current single and aggregate performance and payment bond limits. You should also provide no more than three example projects where your firm served as the prime contractor, detailing the scope, timeline, dollar value, customer name, and a reference for each.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
When preparing your capability statement, focus on clearly demonstrating your firm's relevant experience as a prime contractor. For each example project, highlight how it aligns with the scope of work described, particularly regarding materials procurement, trenchless installation, and work in complex environments.
Ensure your bonding capacity documentation is current and clearly shows your limits. Since this is market research, the goal is to convince the agency of your firm's strong capabilities and experience, which could influence their future procurement strategy. Tailor your response to directly address the requested information, staying within the 10-page limit.
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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