How to bid on Fort Bliss Paving IDIQ Contract for the Dept of Defense

What the agency is buying and why it matters

The Department of Defense, specifically the Mission and Installation Contracting Command (MICC) Fort Bliss, is seeking a contractor for an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. This contract involves repairing, reconstructing, and maintaining paving infrastructure at Fort Bliss, Texas, and its training areas in Doña Ana and Otero counties, New Mexico.

This is a significant opportunity with an estimated value of over $10,000,000. It is structured with a base year and four option years, offering a long-term engagement for the selected firm.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

The solicitation was published on August 03, 2026. If you have questions, submit them by August 21, 2026, at 2:00 PM. The bid opening is scheduled for September 10, 2026, at 9:00 AM MDT. The final deadline for bid submissions is September 10, 2026, at 11:00 AM ET.

On the bid opening date, the submitted bids will be opened and reviewed by the agency. This is a firm fixed price Invitation for Bid (IFB) construction contract.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is a 100% 8(a) competitive set-aside. It is specifically for 8(a) certified firms whose business plans are serviced by the Small Business Administration (SBA) El Paso District Office or the SBA New Mexico District Office.

The relevant NAICS code is 237310, Highway, Street and Bridge Construction, with a small business size standard of $45,000,000. Firms with experience in large-scale paving, repair, and maintenance projects within a military installation context are well-suited. The prime contractor must provide a non-subcontracted superintendent for all work.

How to respond to this solicitation

To access the full details and documents for this opportunity, you will need to view the original source on the portal. Click the “View original source” link. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid.

You may need to create a free account on the portal to view all documents, though some bids allow access without an account. Once you have access, review the Instructions to Bidders for complete details on bid opening, requests for information, and site visit information. Also, carefully read the Statement of Work for the full requirement description.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Ensure your firm meets all eligibility criteria for the 8(a) set-aside, including being serviced by the specified SBA district offices. Verify your NAICS code and small business size standard compliance.

This solicitation requires bid, performance, and payment bonds. The bid guarantee must be at least 20% of the bid price or $3,000,000, whichever is less. Performance and payment bonds must equal 100% of the original contract price. Secure these bonds early.

Pay close attention to the requirement for a non-subcontracted superintendent. This is a key position that must be directly employed by the prime contractor. Highlight how your proposed superintendent meets all qualifications and will be a direct employee. Consider scheduling a site visit, even though it is not mandatory, to gain a better understanding of the work environment and potential challenges.