Bid guide
How to bid on the P084 Next Generation Torpedo Integration Lab for the Dept of Defense
What the Navy is buying and why it matters
The Department of Defense, specifically the Navy, is seeking a design-build construction contractor for the P084 Next Generation Torpedo Integration Lab at Naval Station Newport, Rhode Island. This project involves building a 12,920-square-foot, multi-story facility for torpedo testing and offices.
The work includes all necessary site preparations and improvements such as foundations, mechanical and electrical utilities, telecommunications, stormwater retention, parking, landscaping, drainage, and exterior lighting. There is also an optional project, P1016 Consolidated RDT&E Systems Facility, which would add a 17,978-square-foot laboratory and involve the demolition of Building 1272T. This is a significant construction opportunity for qualified firms.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This solicitation was published on September 02, 2026. The deadline for submitting your proposal is October 13, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. All proposals must be submitted by this time.
A critical requirement for this solicitation is the submission of a signed Project Labor Agreement with your Price Proposal. Failure to include a compliant, signed Project Labor Agreement will result in your proposal being considered nonresponsive and ineligible for award.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is open to all qualified bidders, as it is being solicited on an unrestricted basis with full and open competition. It is best suited for construction firms with design-build capabilities and experience in large-scale construction projects, particularly those involving specialized laboratory facilities.
Vendors must be prepared to meet specific compliance requirements, including a CMMC Level 1 self-assessment. The project's nature, involving a torpedo integration lab, suggests a need for contractors familiar with secure and specialized facility construction.
How to respond to this solicitation
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All correspondence regarding this solicitation should be sent via email to Demetrice Jenkins at [email protected].
Practical tips for a competitive response
Carefully review all solicitation documents to understand the full scope of work, including both the base project and the optional project. Pay close attention to the technical specifications for the laboratory and office facility, as well as site improvements.
Ensure your firm meets the CMMC Level 1 self-assessment requirement and be prepared to provide evidence of this. Most importantly, secure and submit a signed Project Labor Agreement with your Price Proposal, as this is a mandatory requirement for your proposal to be considered responsive. Develop a clear and comprehensive proposal that highlights your firm's experience with similar design-build construction projects and your ability to meet the specific demands of a specialized facility like a torpedo integration lab.
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 DEPT of the Navy; the original posting controls.