Bid guide
How to bid on Repair RTS Multiple Buildings for the DEPT of the Army
What the Army is buying and why it matters
The Department of the Army is seeking a small business to perform repairs on 13 buildings in California. This project involves renovating 10 billets, a kitchen, a bathhouse, and a pavilion, totaling approximately 9,600 square feet. The work includes roofs, doors, windows, skylights, walls, finishes, painting, signage, mechanical, electrical, lighting, and sitework.
The performance period for this contract is 120 days after the notice to proceed. This is a significant opportunity for construction firms specializing in building renovations and facility upgrades.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on September 03, 2026. A site visit is scheduled for September 11, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. PST. If you plan to attend the site visit, you must submit your pass request by September 4, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. PST due to base access security requirements.
Questions regarding the solicitation are due by September 14, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. PST. Your final quotes must be submitted by September 18, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. PST. Note that funds are not presently available for this acquisition, and any award is contingent upon funds being appropriated.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is set aside for small businesses. The NAICS code for this project is 238220, which covers plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning contractors, with a business size standard of $45,000,000.00. Firms with expertise in general building repair, renovation, and facility maintenance, particularly those experienced with government contracts, would be well-suited.
The project involves a variety of trades, including roofing, carpentry, painting, and mechanical/electrical work, making it suitable for general contractors or firms with strong subcontracting capabilities.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full solicitation details and documents, 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 attached documents.
This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ), and offers are being requested. A separate written solicitation will not be issued. Ensure you review all provisions and clauses referenced in the solicitation, which can be accessed electronically at acquisition.gov.
Tips for a competitive response
Carefully review all attachments, especially the SF 1442, for a complete list of applicable solicitation provisions and contract clauses. Pay close attention to the scope of work for each CLIN (Contract Line Item Number), including the base CLIN for billets and option CLINS for the kitchen, bathhouse, and pavilion.
While the site visit is not mandatory, attending is highly encouraged. It provides a valuable opportunity to understand the existing conditions of the buildings and ask clarifying questions directly. Prepare your questions in advance of the September 14 deadline to ensure you receive timely responses. Since funding is not yet available, clearly demonstrate your understanding of this condition in your proposal, if applicable, and focus on providing a strong, compliant technical and price quote.
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 Army; the original posting controls.