Construction Manager as Constructor (CMc) Requirement for a New Land Port of Entry (LPOE), Coburn Gore, Maine
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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 General Services Administration (GSA), Public Buildings Service, is soliciting proposals for Construction Manager as Constructor (CMc) Services for a new Land Port of Entry (LPOE) at Coburn Gore, Maine. This project, estimated between $125,000,000 and $135,000,000, involves both design and construction phases. Proposals are due February 25, 2026, at 2:00 PM local time.
Scope of Work
The CMc will provide advisory services during the design phase and act as a general contractor for construction. The project includes the demolition of the existing LPOE and housing, construction of a new LPOE facility, new housing units (with options for 10, 16, or 18 units), and potentially a new indoor firing range. Key objectives include strengthening supply chains, improving operational capabilities for U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), preserving the historic character of Coburn Gore, and incorporating durable, sustainable, and climate-resilient design elements. This includes achieving LEED Gold and SITES Silver certifications, meeting Net Zero Ready goals, and utilizing IRA-eligible low embodied carbon materials. The project also involves extending three-phase power from Canada to the LPOE. Full operations, accessibility, and security must be maintained throughout construction.
Contract Details
This is a Fixed-Price Incentive Contract utilizing the CMc delivery method, with a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) for construction services. The estimated total contract price is between $125M and $135M, inclusive of options. The Design Phase Services are firm-fixed-price, with completion expected Fall 2026 for the LPOE and Winter 2026-27 for Housing. Construction Services, if the GMP option is exercised, are to achieve Substantial Completion within 37 months for the LPOE and 30 months for Housing from Notice to Proceed (NTP). The overall performance period is 1095 calendar days after award. Liquidated damages are set at $6,760.00 per calendar day. A bid guarantee (SF-24) is required 90 days prior to the GMP option exercise, and performance/payment bonds within 14 days of GMP option exercise.
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals are due February 25, 2026, at 2:00 PM local time. Electronic submissions via email are required, with a 25MB per file limit. Offers must provide at least 120 calendar days for Government acceptance. Requests for clarification or interpretation are due by February 06, 2026, at 12:00 PM. Evaluation factors, with non-price factors significantly more important than price, include: Experience (30%), Management and Technical Approach (25%), Key Personnel Qualifications (20%), Past Performance (20%), and Small Business Socio-Economic Status (5%).
Eligibility & Special Notes
While no specific set-aside is designated for the prime contract, Small Business Socio-Economic Status is an evaluation factor, and large businesses must submit a Small Business Subcontracting Plan to meet goals (25% SB, 5% SDB, 5% WOSB, 5% SDVOSB, 3% HUBZone). Access to Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) requires submission of a CBP Non-Disclosure Agreement. Compliance with the Davis-Bacon Act wage determinations (ME20260007) and the Buy America Act is mandatory. A pre-proposal conference and site visit were held on October 21, 2025, requiring pre-registration.