Bid guide
How to bid on the Pacific Coast Highway Area Lease and Development Opportunity, Naval Weapons Station Seal Beach
What the Navy is buying and why it matters
The Department of the Navy is looking for qualifications and proposals for a long-term lease and private development of approximately 28 acres at Naval Weapons Station Seal Beach in Seal Beach, California. This is an opportunity for private developers to lease government property.
The Navy's preferred arrangement involves an exchange of in-kind consideration (IKC) instead of cash. This means the selected proposer would provide mission sustainment projects to the government, valued at no less than the fair market value of the leasehold interest.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The solicitation was posted on July 15, 2026. The last day to submit questions for government review prior to the pre-proposal conference is August 18, 2026. A pre-proposal conference is scheduled for August 25, 2026, in Cypress, California.
The last day to submit clarifying questions is September 16, 2026. Statements of Qualifications are due by September 30, 2026, at 4:00 PM Pacific Time. Shortlisted entities will be notified and the "Step 2 RFP" Data Pack will be released on January 18, 2027.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for firms with expertise in private development and real estate leasing. It specifically targets developers capable of undertaking mission sustainment projects as in-kind consideration.
The relevant category for this solicitation is facilities, focusing on the development and long-term lease of real property.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the opportunity, click “View original source” to open the solicitation on the portal. 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 documents, though for many bids this is not required. Ensure you register for the pre-proposal conference if you plan to attend.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review all solicitation documents to understand the full scope of the Navy's requirements for both the lease and the in-kind consideration. Pay close attention to the valuation requirements for the mission sustainment projects.
Attend the pre-proposal conference on August 25, 2026, and submit any clarifying questions by September 16, 2026. This will help ensure your Statement of Qualifications addresses all key aspects. Clearly articulate your firm's experience with similar development projects and your capacity to deliver valuable mission sustainment projects.
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.