How to bid on bridge repair at White Sands Missile Range for the DEPT of Defense

What the Army is buying and why it matters

The Department of Defense, specifically the Mission and Installation Contracting Command (MICC) – White Sands Missile Range, New Mexico, plans to award a single firm-fixed-price contract. This contract is for the repair of bridge RR7B0003 on Route 7 at White Sands Missile Range, NM. The selected contractor will need to provide all necessary plant, labor, transportation, materials, tools, equipment, appliances, and supervision.

This project is expected to last 120 days after the notice to proceed. The estimated value of construction is between $500,000 and $1,000,000. This is a significant opportunity for eligible small businesses in the construction sector.

Key dates and deadlines

This is a pre-solicitation notice, meaning the official Invitation for Bids (IFB) is expected to be issued around August 12, 2026. A site visit is tentatively scheduled for August 18, 2026, at 9:00 AM MST; details will be in the solicitation. All questions from the pre-bid conference must be submitted by August 25, 2026, via email.

The bid opening date is tentatively scheduled for September 01, 2026. It is important to note that actual dates and times will be confirmed in the official solicitation. Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) at the time of bid submission.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is specifically set aside for HUBZone Owned Small Businesses. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this project is 237310, which covers Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction, with a size standard of $45,000,000.00.

Firms specializing in general construction, particularly bridge repair, and holding a HUBZone certification, are the primary candidates for this contract. It is crucial for interested firms to ensure their HUBZone status is current and valid.

How to respond to this solicitation

The official solicitation, along with all associated information, plans, and specifications, will be made available exclusively on the Contract Opportunities page at SAM.gov. You will need to access this government website to download the documents.

It is your responsibility to periodically check the website for any amendments to the solicitation, as this will be the only method of distributing updates prior to closing. The government will not issue paper copies of the documents.

Practical tips for a competitive response

Given this is a HUBZone set-aside, ensure your business is fully compliant with all HUBZone program requirements. Verify your registration in SAM.gov is active and up-to-date, as this is a mandatory requirement for bid submission.

Pay close attention to the Limitations on Subcontracting clause (FAR Clause 52.219-14(e)(3)). For general construction contracts, you cannot pay more than 85 percent of the amount paid by the Government for contract performance, excluding materials, to subcontractors that are not similarly situated entities. Understand how this impacts your teaming strategy.

Plan to attend the tentative site visit around August 18, 2026. This is an invaluable opportunity to understand the scope of work firsthand and ask clarifying questions. Prepare your questions in advance and submit them by the August 25, 2026 deadline.