How to bid on Nolin River Lake Tailwater Restroom Construction for the Dept of Defense

What the agency is buying

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers needs a contractor to build a new flush restroom facility at the Tailwater Recreation Area of Nolin River Lake in Mammoth Cave, Kentucky. This project involves furnishing all labor, materials, tools, and equipment necessary for construction.

The contractor will be responsible for all planning, programming, measurements, estimates, administration, supervision, communications, and inspections to ensure the work meets contract requirements and all applicable laws. The prime contractor must also ensure all subcontractors comply with the contract provisions. Prevailing construction wage rates are required and should be included in your quote.

The estimated value for this construction project is between $100,000 and $250,000. This is a 100% small business set-aside opportunity.

Key dates and deadlines

This solicitation was published on September 04, 2026. The deadline for submitting your response is September 18, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET. All proposals must be submitted by this time.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is specifically for small businesses in the construction sector. The NAICS code is 236220, which covers Commercial and Institutional Building Construction, with a size standard of $45,000,000.00. Firms with experience in building public restroom facilities or similar small-scale commercial construction projects would be well-suited.

Given the prevailing wage rate requirement, contractors must be prepared to comply with those labor standards. The project location in Mammoth Cave, Kentucky, suggests this may be of particular interest to local or regional construction firms.

How to respond

To access the solicitation documents and prepare your response, you need to go to the original source portal. 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 to create a free account on the portal to view all the documents, though for some bids, this is not necessary. Once you have reviewed all the specifications and requirements, you can prepare and submit your proposal.

Tips for a competitive response

Carefully review all specifications to ensure your proposal fully addresses every requirement for the flush restroom facility. Pay close attention to any specific materials, dimensions, or site preparation details outlined in the solicitation.

Since prevailing construction wage rates are required, ensure your cost proposal accurately reflects these labor costs. Provide a clear breakdown of your estimated expenses, including labor, materials, tools, and equipment. Highlight your experience with similar construction projects, particularly those involving public facilities or working with government agencies.

This solicitation requires either a payment bond or an irrevocable letter of credit. Make sure you have the necessary arrangements in place to provide one of these forms of payment protection, as this is a mandatory requirement for your bid to be considered compliant.