Bid guide
How to bid on Hotel Space construction at Yokota Air Base for the Dept of the Army
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Japan District (POJ), is conducting market research for a Design-Bid-Build (DBB) construction project. They are looking for small businesses capable of building a hotel space, approximately 623 square feet, at Yokota Air Base in Japan. This facility will be permanent construction, designed to last over 25 years, and will be physically connected to another building as part of a larger campus development.
This is an opportunity for construction firms to potentially work on a U.S. government project overseas. The project is estimated to cost between $5 million and $10 million and has an estimated period of performance of 540 calendar days. The government anticipates issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) solicitation during the first quarter of FY 2027.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This is a Sources Sought market survey, not a solicitation for bids. The deadline for responding to this market survey is August 14, 2026, at 5:00 PM Eastern Time. Interested sources are requested to email their completed 'W912HV26Z0017_Sources Sought Capabilities Survey' form to the Contracting Officer and Contract Specialist by this date.
Responses received by the deadline will help the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers with their acquisition planning. This survey does not commit the government to any follow-on announcements, solicitations, or awards.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for small businesses in the commercial and institutional building construction sector (NAICS Code: 236220). The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is specifically seeking firms with capabilities in meeting Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) construction standards, which implement Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 705 Technical Specifications.
The project will be performed entirely in Japan. U.S. contractors normally resident in the United States will be offered 'United States Official Contractor' status under Article XIV of the US-Japan Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA).
How to respond
To access the opportunity, click 'View original source' above. If you land on the portal's homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view documents, though for many bids this is not required.
Once you have accessed the opportunity, you will need to answer the questions in the attached 'W912HV26Z0017_Sources Sought Capabilities Survey' form. Complete this form and email it to the Contracting Officer, Dr. Nakiba. S. Jackson at [email protected], and the Contract Specialist, Charles Qi at [email protected], by the deadline.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Even though this is a market survey and not a formal solicitation, providing a thorough and well-prepared response is important. Clearly demonstrate your firm's experience and capabilities, especially regarding SCIF construction standards. Highlight any relevant past projects that showcase your ability to handle similar scope, size, and complexity.
Ensure your company is registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database, as this is a requirement for eligibility for government contracts. Pay close attention to all questions in the capabilities survey and provide concise, factual answers. If you consider any submitted information confidential, mark it clearly and conspicuously.
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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