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How to bid on the Minot Air Force Base Multiple Award Construction Contract (MACC) IDIQ
What the Air Force is buying and why it matters
The Department of Defense, specifically the 5th Contracting Squadron at Minot Air Force Base (AFB), North Dakota, is seeking proposals for a Multiple Award Construction Contract (MACC) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) vehicle. This contract will provide for a continuous need for various design-build and design-bid-build construction projects at Minot AFB.
This is a significant opportunity for small businesses, as the contract is 100% set aside for small business concerns. The MACC will have an initial five-year ordering period, with an option for an additional five years. The total value across the entire contract lifecycle could reach up to $500,000,000. While there is no initial project, the guaranteed minimum amount for awardees is $500, which will be satisfied by attending the MACC Post-Award Conference.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The solicitation was published on August 19, 2026. All questions regarding this solicitation must be submitted via email by August 31, 2026, at 10:00 AM CDT. The government will not answer questions after this time, and all questions and answers will be posted as an amendment on SAM.gov.
Proposals are due by September 28, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET. It is crucial to submit your proposal by this deadline. Failure to be registered and active in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) at the time of proposal receipt will make your firm ineligible for award.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is specifically for small business concerns in the construction industry. The relevant North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 236220, "Commercial and Institutional Building Construction," with a small business size standard of $45,000,000.00.
Firms with experience in a broad range of design-bid-build and design-build construction projects are well-suited for this MACC. The work will support the missions of the 5th Bomb Wing, 91st Missile Wing, and other tenant units at Minot AFB.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the complete solicitation package, you will need to click the "View original source" link. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view the documents, though for some bids this is not required.
The complete solicitation package includes eight attachments: the MACC Statement of Work, MACC Ordering Guide, MACC Specifications, Section L - Instructions to Offerors, Section M - Evaluation Factors for Award, Davis-Bacon Act Wage Determinations, Financial Responsibility Authorization Letter, and Subcontractor Consent Letter. It is your responsibility to obtain all amendments from SAM.gov.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Thoroughly review all solicitation documents, especially Section L (Instructions to Offerors) and Section M (Evaluation Factors for Award). These sections will detail exactly what information to include in your proposal and how it will be judged.
Ensure your company is registered and active in SAM.gov well before the proposal deadline. This is a mandatory requirement, and failure to comply will result in ineligibility. Also, submit any questions you have by the August 31, 2026, deadline to ensure you receive official clarification from the agency.
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Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
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