Design-Bid-Build, P1102 Weapons Magazine and Ordnance Operations Facility, Naval Submarine Base New London, Groton, Connecticut
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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 Department of the Navy (NAVFACSYSCOM MID-ATLANTIC) is soliciting proposals for a Design-Bid-Build (DBB) project, P1102 Weapons Magazine and Ordnance Operations Facility, at Naval Submarine Base New London, Groton, Connecticut. This unrestricted acquisition has an estimated magnitude of $200-$250M and requires a minimum of 20% total small business participation. Proposals are due by April 30, 2026, at 02:00 PM EST.
Project Scope
This project involves the construction of a new Weapons Magazine and Ordnance Operations Facility. Key components include:
- Construction of nine (9) high-explosive magazines: six (6) Containerized Long Weapons Storage (CLWS), two (2) Box G, and one (1) Box H earth-covered magazines.
- Construction of a new low-rise Ordnance Operations building and a new low-rise Sentry building.
- Demolition of 18 existing magazines, Building 524, and Building 393.
- Extensive site preparation, including clearing, excavation, grading, fill, and potential wetland mitigation.
- Installation of specialized features such as foundations (rigid inclusions, load transfer mats), blast-resistant doors, grounding and lightning protection systems, intrusion detection systems, paving, site improvements, and comprehensive electrical and telecommunications infrastructure.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Design-Bid-Build Construction.
- Period of Performance: 15 calendar days lead time to begin performance, followed by 1587 calendar days from Notice to Proceed for completion.
- Estimated Value: $200,000,000 - $250,000,000.
- NAICS Code: 237990 (Construction Of Ammunition Facilities), Size Standard: $45,000,000.
Submission & Evaluation
This is an unrestricted acquisition with Full and Open Competition. Proposals will be evaluated using a tradeoff process, considering both price and non-cost/price factors. Non-cost/price factors include:
- Corporate Experience
- Management Approach and Schedule
- Safety
- Past Performance
- Small Business Utilization and Participation (minimum 20% total small business participation required). Technical factors (1, 2, 3, and 5) are of equal importance and, combined, are equal in importance to Past Performance (Factor 4). Technical and Past Performance combined are approximately equal to price. A bid bond of 20% of the total project bid price or $3M (whichever is less) is required. Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov.
Key Dates & Contacts
- Proposals Due: April 30, 2026, 02:00 PM EST.
- Pre-Proposal Conference: March 10, 2026, 10:00-11:00 EST via Microsoft Teams. Registration required by March 6, 2026.
- Primary Contact: ANGELA CLIFTON, angela.j.clifton2.civ@us.navy.mil, 757-341-0692.
Important Notes for Bidders
Review all attachments, including detailed design drawings (CLWS, Operations, Sentry, Type G, Type H, Site), specifications (Volumes 1-3, including an asbestos analysis report), and required forms (Pre-Proposal Inquiry Log, PIEE Vendor Access Instructions, Construction Experience Project Data, Past Performance Questionnaire, Historical Small Business Utilization, Small Business Participation Commitment, Individual Small Business Subcontracting Plan, and Price Proposal Form). PIEE registration is crucial for proposal submission.