B401 Tenant Buildout
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is soliciting proposals for the B401 Tenant Buildout, a construction project for the interior fit-out of approximately 7,000 SF of Class-A office space for Tenant-6 in Building 401 at the Mount Weather Emergency Operations Center (MWEOC) in Grassy Creek, VA. This is a 100% Historically Underutilized Business (HUBZone) Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due by February 10, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The project requires professional construction services for a comprehensive interior fit-out. Key tasks include:
- Deconstruction and reinstallation of existing finish materials.
- Installation of new demising walls and partitions.
- Modifications to power distribution, wall devices, lighting, and fire alarm systems.
- Modification to existing access flooring and potential full/new ceiling replacement with LED lighting.
- Replacement of air grilles and VAVs.
- Telecommunications cabling and pathways for power and cabling distribution.
- Alterations to fire suppression and fire alarm systems.
- Addition of a mechanical Dry Cooler unit and associated site work.
- Installation of new interior finishes, furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E).
- Compliance with Life Safety requirements and Davis Bacon wage determinations.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Magnitude: Between $5,000,000 and $10,000,000.00
- Period of Performance: March 6, 2026, to February 5, 2027
- NAICS Code: 236220 (Construction Of Office Buildings)
- Set-Aside: 100% HUBZone Small Business
Key Dates
- Pre-Proposal Site Visit: Tentatively January 22, 2026
- Contractor Questions Due: January 26, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Offer Due Date: February 10, 2026, 12:00 PM ET
Eligibility & Submission
- Licensing: Offerors, including the prime vendor, MUST possess an active/current Virginia Contractor's license before award.
- Submission: Proposals must be submitted electronically via Adobe PDF format. All submittals must be password protected.
- Security: Access to the facility requires background investigations and adherence to security protocols, including badging processes and escorts for non-badged personnel.
Evaluation Criteria
Award will be based on Best Value, considering:
- Technical Experience and Capabilities
- Past Performance
- Price Preliminary screening factors include possession of a Virginia contractor's license and HUBZone compliance.
Important Clarifications
A DRAFT RFQ was initially provided for informational purposes; the FINAL RFQ was posted on January 9, 2026. Government-furnished, contractor-installed materials must be valued in proposals. Specific design documents for VESDA systems, Attachment D (Bonds), and Optional Form 336 will be provided separately.