How to bid on Historical Support Services BPA for USACE History Office

What the agency is buying

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers History Office (CEHO) is seeking contractors to provide historical support services. This includes research, writing, document and artifact preservation, and oral history work. The services will support CEHO, other USACE organizations, and history and museum staff at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri.

This solicitation aims to establish a pool of Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) holders. These BPAs will allow the agency to quickly procure specific historical services as needed from the pre-qualified contractors.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation was published on September 5, 2026. If you have questions or need clarification, submit them by 5:00 PM EST on September 14, 2026. Questions received after this time may not receive a response.

All proposals must be received by 12:00 PM EST on September 21, 2026. Ensure your submission is complete and on time, as late proposals are typically not considered.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for professional services firms with expertise in historical research, writing, archival management, artifact preservation, and oral history programs. Contractors should be capable of supporting a wide range of historical activities for a federal agency.

Firms with experience working with military history or government records may find this particularly relevant. The work involves supporting both the main USACE History Office in Alexandria, Virginia, and staff at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri.

How to respond

To access the solicitation documents, click “View original source” 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 to create a free account on the portal to view all attached documents, though this is not always required.

Once you have reviewed the solicitation and its attachments, prepare your proposal according to the instructions provided. Submit any questions to the Point of Contact listed in the solicitation before the deadline.

Tips for a competitive response

Carefully read the Performance Work Statement (PWS) to understand all required services for the Master Blanket Purchase Agreement. Your proposal should clearly demonstrate your firm's capability to perform all these services.

Highlight any specific experience your team has with government historical projects, especially those involving military or engineering history. Emphasize your expertise in areas like document preservation, oral history interviews, and historical writing.

Ensure your proposal is well-organized, addresses all evaluation criteria, and is submitted precisely by the deadline. Pay close attention to any formatting or submission requirements outlined in the solicitation.