Construction Industry Day GSA 1800 F Building Revitalization, Washington, DC
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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 U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) is hosting a Construction Industry Day for the upcoming 1800 F Building Revitalization project in Washington, DC. This event, scheduled for June 2, 2026, is for businesses interested in the future Design-Bid-Build (DBB) / Construction-Manager-as-Constructor (CMc) contract, estimated between $275M and $325M. Mandatory pre-registration is required by May 27, 2026.
Purpose & Project Scope
The Industry Day aims to inform potential bidders about the project features, facilitate interaction with GSA, and gather feedback to improve project outcomes. The project involves the comprehensive modernization of the historic 1800 F Street building, GSA's headquarters, to transform it into a 21st-century model of innovative workplace design. Goals include preserving historical significance, adapting to future workforce and multi-tenant requirements, and reopening 40% of currently idle space.
Procurement Strategy & Contract Details
GSA plans to seek one construction contract with multiple deliverables: core and shell, building interior, and building exterior work. The procurement method is expected to be a 2-Phase Request for Proposal (RFP), with Phase I (Request for Qualifications) anticipated in July 2026 and Phase II (Request for Pricing) in October 2026. Award will be based on best value.
- Core and Shell: Anticipated 100% design by October 2026, awarded as Firm-Fixed-Price.
- Building Interior: Anticipated 50% design by October 2026, awarded at a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) ceiling.
- Building Exterior: Anticipated 35% design (concepts) by October 2026, awarded at a GMP ceiling.
- NAICS Code: 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction).
- Small Business Size Standard: $45M.
- Estimated Project Cost: $275,000,000 to $325,000,000.
- Anticipated Award: No later than Q2 FY2027.
- Contract Duration: Estimated 18-24 months, with substantial completion in Fall 2028.
Professional Services
Existing professional services include NEPA compliance, A/E services (Shalom Baranes Associates and Perkins & Will), and CMa/CxP services (task order expected Summer 2026). A concurrent Art-in-Architecture (AiA) project will also be led by GSA's Fine Art Program.
Industry Day Event Details
- Date: Tuesday, June 2, 2026, 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM (arrival 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM).
- Location: Auditorium, 1800 F St. NW Washington, DC 20405 (virtual attendance instructions provided upon registration).
- Activities: GSA Presentations, Questions and Answers Session, Networking opportunities with GSA representatives and other attendees.
Key Actions & Deadlines
- Mandatory Pre-registration Deadline: Wednesday, May 27, 2026. Registration link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1MG7AFGnhaWmYnr_PNJX_jsNrGLjR-p905JHuSlLEK_E/edit. - Voluntary Input: Interested parties are encouraged to submit responses to design & constructability questions via the registration link. GSA is also conducting market research via a separate Sources Sought Notice on SAM.gov.
Important Notes
This notice and event are for planning purposes only and do not constitute a solicitation or request for proposal. All information is tentative and subject to change. The Government will not reimburse costs incurred for participation. Do not submit proprietary information.