Bid guide
How to bid on Mississippi Valley Division General Design Services MATOC (W912P826RA012)
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is seeking architect-engineer (A-E) firms to provide general design and related services for its Mississippi Valley Division. This is a Multiple Award Task Order Contract (MATOC) with an anticipated shared capacity of up to $90 million over five years. Multiple contracts are expected, each with a minimum guarantee of $1,000.
The work involves a broad range of A-E services, including core engineering, design, project documentation, engineering support during advertisement and construction, levee safety inspections, and surveying. This opportunity is significant for A-E firms looking to secure long-term contracts with the USACE, covering diverse projects like hydraulic and marine structures.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This Request for Information (RFI) was published on August 14, 2026. Interested firms must submit their qualifications by the deadline of September 23, 2027, at 3:00 PM ET. This is not a Request for Proposal (RFP); rather, firms are asked to submit a Standard Form (SF) 330.
The agency will select firms for negotiation based on their demonstrated competence and qualifications as outlined in the SF 330. Failure to submit the SF 330 by the deadline will mean your firm is not considered for this opportunity.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for architect-engineer firms with expertise in a wide array of engineering disciplines, including structural, civil, hydraulic, geotechnical, mechanical, electrical, corrosion, environmental, and cost engineering. Firms should also have capabilities in scientific and applied fields such as hydrology, geology, architecture, naval architecture, and surveying.
The solicitation is unrestricted with a partial small business set-aside pool, meaning both large and small businesses can compete. The North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code is 541330, Engineering Services, with a size standard of $25,500,000 in average annual receipts. Firms must be registered in the Department of Defense (DoD) System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible.
How to respond to this RFI
To respond, you must submit one Standard Form (SF) 330, which lists your firm's qualifications. Ensure that you address each evaluation criterion in the appropriate sections of the SF 330 for both your prime contractor and any subcontractors or consultants. If subcontracting, clearly indicate the scope of work each subcontractor will perform.
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Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
Thoroughly review the solicitation for all required disciplines and professional qualifications. Ensure your SF 330 clearly highlights your team's professional qualifications, education, training, licensing, certification, relevant experience, and longevity within their respective fields. Provide specific examples of past projects that demonstrate your firm's capability to perform the comprehensive scope tasks listed, especially those involving hydraulic and marine structures.
Since this is an RFI for a MATOC, emphasize your firm's capacity to handle multiple task orders concurrently and your experience with Firm Fixed-Price contracts. Clearly articulate the roles and responsibilities of all key design personnel and any proposed subcontractors. Confirm your SAM registration is active and up-to-date well before the submission deadline.
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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