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How to bid on Fort Hunter-Liggett Barracks Progressive Design-Build for USACE
What the agency is buying and why a vendor would care
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Louisville District, is conducting market research for a potential $200 million project at Fort Hunter Liggett, California. This project involves the demolition of five existing barracks and the design and construction of four new Collective Training Enlisted Barracks (approximately 46,000 square feet each) and one Advanced Skills Training Barracks (approximately 45,000 square feet).
This is a Request for Information (RFI), not a solicitation for bids. The Army is exploring a Progressive Design-Build (PDB) approach using Other Transaction Authority (OTA) and is seeking information from firms with relevant experience in construction, innovative technologies, and collaborative design methods. Firms with expertise in large-scale military construction and advanced building techniques should consider responding to help shape future acquisition strategies.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This RFI was published on August 05, 2026. Responses are due by August 20, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. This deadline is for submitting your company's information and insights in response to the RFI questions.
Since this is market research, no contract will be awarded based on RFI submissions. The government will use the collected information to understand the industrial base, refine its acquisition strategy, and potentially inform a future solicitation. Submitting a response does not guarantee a future contract or affect a firm's ability to bid on a formal solicitation if one is issued.
Who this opportunity suits
This RFI is suitable for construction firms, particularly those specializing in commercial and institutional building construction (NAICS Code 236220), with a size standard of $45 million. The opportunity is especially relevant for companies that have experience with large-scale military construction projects, design-build delivery methods, and innovative construction technologies.
Firms with prior experience in executing prototype projects under Other Transaction Authority (OTA) or similar highly collaborative delivery methods like Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) are strongly encouraged to respond. The government is interested in understanding how innovative materials and methods can lead to cost savings, schedule acceleration, or enhanced facility performance and resilience.
How to respond
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The RFI specifically requests a company profile, information on innovative technologies and OTA experience, and details on your approach to Progressive Design-Build and early contractor involvement. Ensure your response addresses all requested information clearly and concisely.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
When responding to an RFI, focus on providing clear, concise, and relevant information. Since the agency is exploring innovative approaches, highlight any unique materials, methods, or technologies your firm has successfully implemented that align with the project's goals of enhanced mission resilience, improved installation support, or cost and schedule reduction.
Emphasize your firm's experience with collaborative project delivery methods such as Progressive Design-Build or Construction Manager at Risk. Describe specific examples of how your firm has fostered collaboration with clients and design teams. Clearly articulate any experience you have with Other Transaction Authority (OTA) projects, as this is a key area of interest for the government. Even if you don't have direct OTA experience, explain how your firm's capabilities and innovative mindset align with the flexibility and goals of an OTA approach.
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.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Louisville District; the original posting controls.