Bid guide

How to bid on FY27 AFHC Renovate Tower B743 CZ at Camp Zama for the DEPT of Defense

DEPT of the Army Camp ZamaCloses September 18, 2026

What the agency is buying

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Japan District, is seeking to prequalify contractors for a significant renovation project at Camp Zama, Kanagawa, Japan. This project involves the repair of Building 743, a nine-story family housing tower constructed in 1992.

The scope of work includes replacing existing building systems such as the roof, windows, doors, elevators, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical infrastructure. It also covers interior finishes, hazardous materials abatement, and complex seismic retrofitting to meet updated Unified Facilities Criteria. The estimated value of this project is between ¥10 billion and ¥25 billion.

Key dates and deadlines

The deadline for submitting your electronic prequalification package is September 18, 2026, at 1:00 AM Eastern Time. This corresponds to 2:00 PM Japan Standard Time on the same day. It is crucial to submit your package by this time, as late submissions will not be considered.

Only contractors who successfully pass this prequalification stage will be invited to bid on the subsequent solicitation. The full solicitation is anticipated to be released in the first quarter of Fiscal Year 2027.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for construction firms with significant experience in large-scale residential remodeling and renovation projects, particularly those involving multi-unit family housing towers. Experience with hazardous materials abatement and seismic retrofitting is also essential.

The project's magnitude, valued between ¥10 billion and ¥25 billion, indicates it is for firms capable of handling substantial contracts. The primary NAICS code for this project is 236118, Residential Remodelers, and the PSC code is Y1FA, Construction of Family Housing Facilities.

How to respond

To access the opportunity and submit your prequalification package, you will need to view the original source on the portal. Sometimes, the first click may take you to the portal's homepage; if so, click the link again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view all documents, though this is not always required.

The prequalification package must be submitted as a PDF document. Ensure your submission is clear, concise, and provides sufficient detail to support your qualifications. Do not simply restate the government's requirements; instead, provide convincing rationale for your capabilities.

Practical tips for a competitive response

Focus on demonstrating your firm's direct experience with projects of similar size, scope, and complexity, especially those involving multi-story residential buildings and comprehensive system replacements. Highlight any past work that included hazardous materials abatement or seismic upgrades.

Clearly articulate your firm's financial capacity to undertake a project of this magnitude. Provide specific examples of how your team has successfully managed and delivered projects within budget and on schedule. Ensure all required documentation is complete and accurately reflects your firm's capabilities and compliance with all stated requirements.

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This 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.