Design-Build (DB) Barracks Initiative (Package #1), Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point, North Carolina
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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, NAVFAC MIDLANT, issued a Special Notice for an Industry Day and a Request for Information (RFI) regarding the Design-Build (DB) Barracks Initiative (Package #1) at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point, North Carolina. This initiative, part of the 2026 Barracks Repair by Replacement program, aims to inform industry about upcoming solicitations for new Bachelor Enlisted Quarters (BEQs) construction and gather feedback, including on the potential use of a Project Labor Agreement (PLA).
Project Overview
This program involves two Design-Build solicitation packages, each valued at over $500M.
- Package 1: Focuses on MCAS Cherry Point, encompassing five new Bachelor Enlisted Quarters buildings.
- Package 2: Includes four buildings at Marine Corps Base (MCB) Camp Lejeune and one building at MCAS New River. The scope includes demolition of existing BEQs and new construction of billeting for 1,440 personnel (720 two-person rooms), adhering to USMC standards, including GFGI furniture and PTAC/Heat Pumps. Associated site improvements, amenities, and common areas are also required.
Contract & Timeline (Anticipated)
- Contract Type: Two-Phase Design-Build Procurements (two separate packages).
- Procurement Method: Best Value Source Selection (BVSS) using Trade-Off Procedures.
- Duration: 48 months per contract.
- Funding: Operations and Maintenance.
- Set-Aside: None specified for the overall procurement; however, Small Business Participation will be an evaluation factor in Phase 2.
- Industry Day: Held on January 28, 2026 (registration closed January 23, 2026).
- PLA RFI Response Due: January 26, 2026, 2:00 PM EST.
- Estimated Phase I RFP Issue: February 23, 2026.
- Estimated Phase I Proposals Due: April 14, 2026.
- Estimated Phase II RFP Issue: May 6, 2026.
- Estimated Phase II Proposals Due: July 14, 2026.
- Estimated Contract Award: September 30, 2026.
Evaluation Factors (Anticipated)
- Phase 1: Technical Approach, Corporate Experience, Past Performance, and Safety.
- Phase 2: Technical Solution, Schedule, Small Business Participation, and Price.
- A maximum of three firms will be selected for Phase 2.
Action Items & Contacts
- Firms interested in providing feedback on the Project Labor Agreement (PLA) RFI must submit responses by January 26, 2026, 2:00 PM EST, via email to Brittany Cristelli (brittany.n.cristelli.civ@us.navy.mil).
- General questions regarding the initiative can also be directed to Brittany Cristelli or Philip.j.cole.civ@us.navy.mil.