Design Bid Build (DBB) Construction Requirement for Alburg Springs Land Port of Entry (LPOE), Alburg, Vermont
Overview
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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 General Services Administration (GSA), Public Buildings Service (PBS) Office of Acquisition Management, intends to hire a construction contractor for a Design-Bid-Build (DBB) project at the Alburg Springs Land Port of Entry (LPOE) in Alburg, Vermont. This presolicitation outlines a Repair and Alteration (R&A) and a contract option for a Driveway Extension. The estimated cost for this full and open competition opportunity is between $10,000,000 and $15,000,000. The Request for Proposal (RFP) is anticipated in April 2026, with proposals due by June 1, 2026.
Scope of Work
The project's main goal is to provide a renovated LPOE with an added driveway extension for Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and GSA, ensuring efficient operations and meeting agency requirements. The R&A portion will modernize the port, correct deficiencies, and bring the LPOE up to current GSA PBS Core Building Standards and CBP 2023 LPOE Design Standards. The project will incorporate the existing Historic Facility, which is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Major elements include new gates and guardrails for primary lanes, a new officer inspection booth, interior upgrades (including a new floorplan), and new/upgraded Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP) and Security systems. The driveway extension will address security challenges posed by local traffic. The port will be fully closed during all construction activities.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation
- Delivery Method: Design-Bid-Build (DBB)
- NAICS Code: 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction)
- Set-Aside: None (Full and Open Competition)
- Estimated Cost: $10,000,000 - $15,000,000
- Performance Bond: Required
- Anticipated RFP Release: April 2026
- Proposal Due Date: June 1, 2026, by 6:00 PM ET
- Anticipated Award: July 2026
- Place of Performance: Alburgh, VT
Evaluation
This procurement will result in one (1) award based on full and open competition. Specific evaluation factors will be detailed in the forthcoming RFP.
Additional Notes
Offerors are responsible for monitoring SAM.gov for the release of the RFP, amendments, and any related information. To access secure documents, request access and provide your SAM Unique Entity ID (UEI). Interested parties should register on SAM.gov to receive updates. Inquiries should be directed to Emily Jackson at emily.jackson@gsa.gov, referencing the solicitation number in the subject line. Potential offerors must be registered in SAM.gov.