B710 Architect Design Repair Emergency Services
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Set Aside
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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 Department of the Air Force is seeking Architect-Engineer (A-E) Qualifications for design services related to the "REPAIR EMERGENCY SERVICES B710" project at the Minneapolis Air Reserve Station, Minneapolis, Minnesota. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS 541330 (Engineering Services) with a $25.5M size standard. The Government anticipates awarding one contract to the most highly qualified firm. Qualifications are due June 11, 2026, by 8:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The selected A-E firm will provide comprehensive professional design services, including Title I (Type A & B) and Title II (Type C) services. This encompasses:
- Title I (Type A & B): Field investigations, surveys (e.g., roof, façade), reports, and the preparation of design documents (plans, drawings, specifications, submittal registers). This includes site investigation, design analysis, and cost estimates.
- Title II (Type C): Inspection, monitoring, and evaluation of construction activities to ensure compliance with plans and specifications, including review of submittals, shop drawings, and preparation of contract modifications. Specific repair and renovation tasks for Building B710 include roof replacement, interior finishes (carpet, paint, acoustic ceiling), floor plan revisions (restrooms, shower/locker, enclosed rooms, new breakroom, computer lab, SIPR room), fire alarm system upgrade, HVAC system replacement (hydronic heating/cooling, new boilers/chiller, no A2L refrigerants), Building Automation System (BAS) upgrade, electrical system evaluation and rewiring (CAT6), and parking lot repair. The project also involves the demolition of Buildings B802 and B727. The design phase performance period is 193 calendar days.
Contract Details
- Type: Request for Architect-Engineer (A-E) Qualifications (RFQ) leading to a contract award.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS: 541330 Engineering Services ($25.5M size standard).
- Statutory Fee Limitation: Design services shall not exceed ten percent of the estimated construction cost, per 10 U.S.C. 9540.
- Funding: Funds are not presently available; no award will be made until funds are secured. The Government reserves the right to cancel the solicitation.
- Restriction: The firm designing the project cannot be awarded the construction contract.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Method: Firms must submit a complete Standard Form 330 (SF330) and supporting documentation via DoD SAFE only. Prior notification to the POC is required to request a DoD SAFE drop-off.
- Content: The submission must demonstrate qualifications against specific selection criteria and include a self-evaluation using the RFQ document. No pricing information should be provided.
- Page Limit: Total submission is limited to 50 pages (excluding the SF330 and self-evaluation).
- Evaluation Criteria (450 points total): Professional Qualifications (100 points), Past Performance (100 points), Specialized Experience and Technical Competence (100 points), Capacity to Accomplish Work (50 points), and Location/Knowledge of Locality (100 points).
- Selection Process: An evaluation board will review submissions, hold discussions with at least three most highly qualified firms, and recommend a ranked list. The Base Civil Engineer makes the final selection. Negotiations will begin with the most preferred firm.
- Questions Due: May 15, 2026 (via email).
- Qualifications Due: June 11, 2026, by 8:00 PM ET.
Points of Contact
- Primary: Karen Gillen (karen.gillen@us.af.mil, 612-713-1427)
- Secondary: Chin Dahlquist (chin.dahlquist.1@us.af.mil, 612-713-1426)