How to bid on the Weapons Generation Facility at Dyess AFB for the Dept of the Army

What the agency is buying and why it matters

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District, is conducting market research for a planned secure Weapons Generation Facility (WGF) complex at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas. This project involves constructing multiple hardened facilities totaling about 77,000 square feet within a protective zone.

Key elements include a Special Weapons Maintenance Shop, Entry Control Facility, Alert Fire Team Facility, Fire Pump Building, Diesel Generator Building, and Remote Tracking and Engagement System Towers. Specialized infrastructure will include six 5-ton overhead bridge cranes (five nuclear-certifiable), emergency power generation, physical security fencing, and foundation systems for expansive soils.

The target construction cost is $246.82 million, with construction completion aimed for December 2031. This is an opportunity for firms to provide feedback that could influence future project delivery selection.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

This Request for Information (RFI) was published on September 11, 2026. All electronic responses to the market research questionnaire must be submitted by October 2, 2026, at 2:00 PM Central Time (CT).

This is a market research notice, not a request for proposals or an invitation for bids. No solicitation is available at this time. The government will not pay for any information submitted in response to this notice. Your feedback helps the agency with its planning.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for commercial construction firms, design-builders, and non-traditional defense contractors. The agency is seeking feedback on advanced commercial construction methodologies, project delivery risks, and acquisition preferences.

The project involves complex construction within a secure environment, requiring specialized infrastructure and collaboration with the retained Designer of Record. Firms with experience in hardened facilities, specialized crane systems, emergency power, and physical security infrastructure are particularly relevant.

How to respond

To respond, you need to review the attached Project Information Packet (PIP). This document provides comprehensive project requirements, constraints, and the complete questionnaire reference.

Responses to the market research questionnaire must be submitted electronically via the provided online feedback form. Ensure all electronic responses are submitted through this form by the deadline.

Practical tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully read the Project Information Packet to understand all project requirements and constraints. Your feedback should directly address the questions posed in the market research questionnaire.

Focus on providing concrete, actionable insights regarding advanced commercial construction methodologies and potential project delivery risks. Highlight your firm's specific capabilities and experience that align with the project's complex nature, especially regarding hardened facilities, specialized equipment, and secure environments.

Even though this is market research, a thoughtful and detailed response can help establish your firm as a knowledgeable and capable potential partner for future solicitations related to this project.