Bid guide
How to bid on the USACE NWD Design Build/design Bid Build Regional MATOC
What the agency is buying
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Portland District, is seeking small businesses for a five-year, multiple-award construction contract. This contract will cover design-build and design-bid-build projects, including new construction, repair, and renovation.
Work will involve civil engineering (utilities, drainage, paving), structural and architectural systems (concrete, roofing, new buildings), electrical systems (power distribution, lighting), and mechanical systems (HVAC, plumbing, industrial equipment). The total contract capacity is estimated at $99 million. Work will primarily be in southwest Washington and Oregon, with potential projects in the Seattle and Walla Walla districts.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This is a Request for Information (RFI) published on July 25, 2026. The deadline for this RFI is August 05, 2026, at 6:00 PM ET. This RFI is for informational purposes only; no proposals are being accepted or evaluated at this stage.
The actual solicitation is anticipated to be released around mid-August 2026. Once the solicitation is released, proposals will be due approximately 45 days later. The first task order is expected to be between $5 million and $10 million.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. It is suitable for small businesses specializing in heavy and civil engineering construction, particularly those with experience in design-build and design-bid-build projects.
The North American Industrial Classification Code (NAICS) for this requirement is 237990, “Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction,” with a size standard of $45 million. The Product Service Code (PSC) is Z2QA, Repair or Alteration of Real Property (Public or Private).
How to respond
This notice is an RFI and not a request for proposals. You do not need to respond to this pre-solicitation notice. The purpose is to inform industry that the official solicitation will be posted around mid-August 2026.
When the solicitation is released, you will access it by clicking “View original source” on the portal. If the first click takes you to the 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.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
The selection process will be two-phased. Phase One will evaluate qualification packages to select up to ten highly qualified firms. Phase Two will involve a full proposal evaluation, including price, based on a seed task order. Non-price factors combined are approximately equal to price.
Ensure your firm is registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at sam.gov. For Phase One, focus on clearly demonstrating your firm's qualifications and experience relevant to the diverse scope of work, including civil, structural, electrical, and mechanical systems. For Phase Two, be prepared to submit a comprehensive proposal that addresses both technical requirements and competitive pricing for the initial task order.
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.