How to bid on gun range cleaning and remediation for the USMMA

What the agency is buying and why it matters

The United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) is seeking a contractor for a one-time comprehensive cleaning and remediation of the indoor gun range in Bowditch Hall. This work includes replacing HEPA filters in the exhaust system, recovering and recycling brass casings with a credit to the Academy, and encapsulating any deteriorated lead-based paint.

This is a small business set-aside opportunity. If your firm specializes in environmental remediation or similar services, this could be a relevant contract for you.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

A site visit is scheduled for July 27, 2026, at 11:00 AM ET, starting in the lobby of Bowditch Hall. Attending this visit is highly recommended.

Questions about the solicitation are due by July 29, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET. All questions must be submitted via email to the Contracting Officer, Daphnee Ravilus, at [email protected]. Responses will be provided through a solicitation amendment.

Quotations are due by August 17, 2026, at 2:30 PM ET. This date has been extended through amendments, so ensure you review all posted amendments. Quotations must be submitted via email to the contracting officer.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is specifically for small business concerns. The relevant North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 562910, Remediation Services. Firms with experience in environmental cleaning, hazardous material remediation, or specialized facility maintenance, particularly those involving lead-based paint or indoor firing ranges, would be well-suited.

The USMMA is looking for a qualified and experienced contractor to perform this one-time comprehensive cleaning and remediation.

How to respond

To access the solicitation documents, click “View original source” on the portal. If you land on 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.

Quotations must be prepared in accordance with Provision 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Products and Commercial Services. Ensure you review all solicitation documents, including any amendments, and acknowledge them with your offer. The full text of provisions and clauses can be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.

All interested parties must have an active registration with the federal SAM system (Sam.gov) to receive an award. The Service Contracts Act and DOL Wage Determination SCA 2015-4157 REV 31 are applicable.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Attend the site visit if possible. This will provide valuable insight into the scope of work and facility conditions, which can help you prepare a more accurate and competitive quotation.

Submit any questions you have by the deadline. This ensures you have a clear understanding of the requirements and allows the agency to clarify any ambiguities for all potential offerors.

The award will be based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) offer. This means your quotation must first be deemed technically acceptable, demonstrating your capability to perform the required services and your past performance on similar projects. Once deemed acceptable, the lowest price will be selected. Focus on clearly demonstrating your technical capability and past performance while offering a competitive price.

Carefully review all amendments to the solicitation. The dates for questions and quotations have changed, and it is crucial to acknowledge all amendments with your offer to ensure your submission is compliant.