How to bid on HVAC and Controls Repair for Building 09690, USACE Seattle District

What the agency is buying and why it matters

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Seattle District, plans to hire a contractor for a complete repair and modernization of Building 09690 at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington. This project focuses on the Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system and the building's Direct Digital Controls (DDC).

The work includes demolishing existing rooftop units and ductwork, then installing new high-efficiency rooftop units, energy recovery ventilators, and new ductwork. A new BACnet-compliant DDC system with chiller capability will also be installed and integrated into the existing JBLM enterprise-level Tridium Niagara N4 Supervisor. The building will remain occupied and operational during the work, requiring careful coordination and phasing. This project is estimated to be between $5 million and $10 million.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

This is a pre-solicitation notice, meaning the formal Request for Proposals (RFP) is not yet available. The solicitation is expected to be issued on or about August 22, 2026. Once the RFP is released, firms will need to submit their proposals electronically through the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) Solicitation Module. Proposals will not be considered before the formal RFP is issued.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is specifically set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) concerns. Your firm must be an SDVOSB and have a primary North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code of 236220, which covers Commercial and Institutional Building Construction. The small business size standard for this NAICS code is $45 million. Offers from businesses other than SDVOSB concerns will not be considered for award.

How to access and respond to the solicitation

The formal Request for Proposals (RFP) documents will be available on or about August 22, 2026, via the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) website. To view and download the RFP documents, your firm must be registered in SAM. No CDs or hard copies will be provided. Offerors are responsible for frequently checking the website for any updates.

Once the formal RFP is issued, all responsible sources may submit a proposal. Firms will be required to submit their proposals electronically through the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) Solicitation Module. Questions regarding this pre-solicitation notice should be submitted in writing via email to Contract Specialist Christopher Baroldy at [email protected]. Technical questions will only be addressed through the formal solicitation process.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Since this project involves work in an occupied facility, your proposal should clearly detail your plan for careful phasing and coordination to minimize disruption. Highlight your experience with similar projects where facilities remained operational. Emphasize your firm's technical capabilities in HVAC system repair and modernization, especially with high-efficiency units and energy recovery ventilators.

Demonstrate your expertise in installing and integrating BACnet-compliant Direct Digital Control (DDC) systems, particularly with enterprise-level supervisors like Tridium Niagara N4. The evaluation will use a 'highest technically rated with a fair and reasonable price' approach, so a strong technical proposal is crucial. Ensure your SAM registration is active and up to date, and that your firm meets all SDVOSB requirements for NAICS 236220.