BLDG 31B New Roofing Below Grade Structure
Overview
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Set Aside
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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 National Institutes of Health (NIH) A & E Construction office is soliciting proposals for the BLDG 31B New Roofing Below Grade Structure project in Bethesda, MD. This Total Small Business Set-Aside aims to implement a long-term solution for water infiltration at Building 31B by replacing existing roofing and waterproofing and installing new drainage systems. The estimated magnitude of construction is between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000. Proposals are due May 18, 2026.
Scope of Work
The project involves comprehensive construction services to address water infiltration at the below-grade structure of Building 31B's Fitness Center area. Key tasks include:
- Removal of existing roofing and waterproofing from the below-grade roof, walls, and foundation.
- Installation of new roofing, waterproofing, insulation, and an air-water barrier on the below-grade structure.
- Implementation of new foundation/subsurface drainage and surface drainage systems.
- Work related to existing and new drainage utility systems.
- Exterior stair and masonry work for retaining wall reconstruction.
- Compliance with all applicable safety, NIH security, and environmental regulations.
- Provision of a qualified Project Manager and adherence to a detailed construction schedule.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Solicitation (implies Firm-Fixed-Price)
- Period of Performance: 300 calendar days from Notice to Proceed.
- Estimated Value: $1,000,000 - $5,000,000 (for informational purposes).
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- Published Date: April 28, 2026.
- Site Visit: Scheduled for May 6, 2026, at 2:00 PM. RSVP to brian.baek@nih.gov by May 4, 2026, COB.
- Request for Information (RFI) Due: May 8, 2026, COB.
- Proposal Due: May 18, 2026, 8:30 PM ET.
Evaluation
Proposals will be evaluated on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis. Technical acceptability requires demonstration of:
- Relevant Experience (Past Performance).
- Qualified Key Personnel (Superintendent).
- Understanding of requirements and a feasible Technical Approach. Price will be evaluated for total price, reasonableness, realism, and balance. Award will be made to a responsible small business offeror with a technically acceptable proposal and the lowest evaluated price.
Submission Requirements
Proposals should be sent to the Contracting Officer, Brian Baek, at brian.baek@nih.gov and must include a technical approach, pricing, and past/relative performance experience.