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How to bid on South Post Reservoirs repair for the US Army
What the Army is buying
The US Army's Mission and Installation Contracting Command (MICC) at Fort McCoy, Wisconsin, needs a contractor to repair the South Post water reservoirs and connect a generator to a panel at Fort McCoy. This will be a single, firm-fixed-price contract.
The project is estimated to be between $1 million and $5 million. The work is expected to take 480 days after the notice to proceed. This is an opportunity for construction firms specializing in water and utility infrastructure.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This is a Request for Information (RFI) published on August 04, 2026. The deadline for responses is September 04, 2026, at 11:00 AM ET. At this deadline, the agency will stop accepting information submissions.
The actual solicitation, W911SA26BA008, is expected to be issued as an Invitation for Bids (IFB) within 30 days of this presolicitation notice. A site visit date and time will be provided in the solicitation once it is posted.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is specifically set aside for HUBZone small businesses. The relevant North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code is 237110, which covers Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction, with a small business size standard of $45 million.
Firms with experience in water reservoir repair, utility connections, and generator installations, particularly those with a HUBZone certification, are best suited for this bid.
How to respond
To access the opportunity on the portal, click “View original source”. 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 this is not always required.
Interested parties should add themselves to the Interested Vendors List on the portal. Contractors will not be directly notified of any related document postings or amendments, so checking the portal regularly is important.
Tips for a competitive response
Since this will be an Invitation for Bids (IFB), your pricing will be a critical factor. Ensure your bid is competitive while accurately reflecting all costs, including labor, materials, and overhead.
Carefully review all solicitation documents once they are released. Pay close attention to the scope of work, technical specifications, and any specific requirements for HUBZone businesses. Prepare your bid to clearly demonstrate your firm's capability to complete the project within the specified timeframe and budget.
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 Defense; the original posting controls.