Bid guide
How to bid on Waterfront Facilities Construction MACC with the DEPT of Defense
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The Department of Defense is seeking approximately eight contractors for a five-year, multiple-award construction contract (MACC) to build, renovate, and repair waterfront facilities. This includes projects like piers, docks, seawalls, dredging, pile driving, marinas, and related marine structures. The work will be at government installations across California, Arizona, Nevada, Utah, Colorado, and New Mexico, with most projects expected in California.
This is a significant opportunity with an estimated combined contract value exceeding $750 million. Individual task orders are expected to range from $50,000 to $100 million. Firms specializing in heavy and civil engineering construction, particularly marine and waterfront projects, should consider this bid.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This solicitation was published on July 31, 2026. The deadline for proposals is August 19, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET. All proposals must be submitted by this time.
The government intends to evaluate proposals and award contracts without discussions. This means your initial submission must be complete and competitive, as there may not be an opportunity to revise or clarify your proposal after submission.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is open to full and open competition, but it is particularly suited for firms with experience in large-scale waterfront construction, renovation, and repair projects. The primary NAICS code is 237990 (Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction), with an annual size standard of $45 million.
HUBZone small businesses will receive a price evaluation preference, making this a strong opportunity for eligible firms in that category. Contractors should be prepared for design-build or design-bid-build projects and have the capacity to manage task orders up to $100 million.
How to respond to this solicitation
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Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
Given the two-phase design-build selection procedure and the intent to award without discussions, ensure your proposal is comprehensive and addresses all evaluation factors clearly. Phase One factors include Technical Approach, Experience, Past Performance, and Safety. Phase Two focuses on Technical Solution for a proposed task order, Small Business Utilization, and Price.
Highlight your firm's specific experience with waterfront facilities, such as piers, docks, and seawalls, as these are explicitly mentioned. If you are a HUBZone small business, ensure your status is clearly indicated to benefit from the price evaluation preference. Pay close attention to the proposed task order requirements for Phase Two, as this will be a key part of the evaluation.
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.