How to bid on installing a new 97th IS Air Handling Unit at Offutt AFB, NE

What the Air Force is buying and why it matters

The Department of the Air Force needs a small business to design and install an independent HVAC system for the 97th IS at Offutt Air Force Base in Nebraska. This is a design-build construction project.

This opportunity is set aside for small businesses under NAICS 238220, Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors. It's a chance to work on critical infrastructure for the Air Force.

Key dates and deadlines

A site visit is scheduled for July 20, 2026, at 10:00 AM CDT. To attend, you must submit a base pass request spreadsheet by July 13, 2026, 4:30 PM CDT. Base access is not guaranteed.

All questions about the solicitation must be submitted in writing to the Contracting Office by July 27, 2026, 1:00 PM CDT. Answers will be posted as an amendment.

Your offer must be submitted to the Contracting Office by August 7, 2026, 4:30 PM CDT.

Who this opportunity suits

This project is for small businesses specializing in plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning contracting (NAICS 238220).

You must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) to be eligible for award. Additionally, due to the handling of sensitive base drawings and structural schematics, a Level 2 cybersecurity certification (Self-Assessment) is required. This certification is necessary for tasks involving the receipt, storage, design, and generation of documents with Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).

How to respond to this solicitation

To access the full solicitation details, click “View original source” on the portal. If you land on the homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view documents, but this is not always the case.

All offers must be submitted to the Contracting Office by the deadline. Ensure you have completed your SAM.gov registration and have the required Level 2 cybersecurity certification.

Tips for a competitive response

Carefully review the full text of all provisions and clauses, which can be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov. Pay close attention to the Construction Wage Requirements and the current Davis Bacon Act wage determination.

Given the requirement for Level 2 cybersecurity certification and the handling of CUI, clearly demonstrate your firm's capability to meet these security standards. Detail your processes for securely receiving, storing, processing, and transmitting sensitive installation data.

If you plan to attend the site visit, ensure you submit your base pass request spreadsheet by the July 13 deadline. Attending the site visit can provide valuable insights for your proposal. Submit any questions you have by the July 27 deadline to ensure you receive official clarifications.