How to bid on FY26 NDU Classroom Renovation, Fort McNair, by DEPT of Defense

What the agency is buying and why it matters

The Department of Defense is seeking proposals for the renovation of classrooms in Buildings 61 and 62 at the National Defense University, located at Fort McNair in Washington, DC. This is a construction opportunity for eligible small businesses.

This project is a 100% competitive 8(a) set-aside, meaning only businesses certified under the Small Business Administration's 8(a) Business Development Program are eligible to bid. This offers a specific advantage to firms in this program.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

The solicitation was published on July 29, 2026. The deadline for submitting proposals is August 17, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET. All proposals must be received by this time.

A pre-proposal site visit is scheduled for Thursday at 9:00 AM EST, with a potential extension to Friday. If you plan to attend, you must RSVP by 2:00 PM CST on July 21, 2026.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is specifically for construction firms that are certified under the Small Business Administration's 8(a) Business Development Program. It is a 100% competitive 8(a) set-aside.

Firms with experience in classroom renovations, particularly within government or institutional settings, would be well-suited for this project. The work involves a two-step design-build process.

How to respond to this solicitation

To access the full solicitation details and documents, you need to click the “View original source” button on the portal. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid.

You may need to create a free account on the portal to view all the documents, though for some bids this is not necessary. Ensure you review all amendments, especially Amendment 0003, which establishes the two-step design-build procedures and revised evaluation criteria.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Given this is a two-step design-build process, carefully review the revised basis for award and evaluation criteria provided in Amendment 0003. Understand what is required in each step.

Attend the pre-proposal site visit if possible. This is crucial for understanding the existing conditions and scope of work. Remember to RSVP by the deadline. Pay close attention to the original as-built drawings that have been reuploaded.

Ensure your firm meets all eligibility requirements for the 8(a) set-aside. Clearly articulate your firm's experience with similar renovation projects and your capability to manage a design-build process.