FX74 Strategic Airlift Hangar, Naval Station Rota, Spain
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, NAVFACSYSCOM ATLANTIC, is soliciting proposals for the construction of the FX74 Strategic Airlift Hangar at Naval Station Rota, Spain. This opportunity involves constructing a new hangar facility, including associated infrastructure and environmental mitigation measures. Proposals are due April 16, 2026.
Scope of Work
The project encompasses the full construction of the FX74 Strategic Airlift Hangar, including primary facility components such as the hangar structure, office/breakroom areas, fire suppression and alarm systems, telecommunications infrastructure, and supporting site work. Site work includes parking lots, fencing, exterior shade structures, landscaping, site fire protection water supply, site lighting, drain detention systems, a photovoltaic system, and electric vehicle charging.
Significant environmental considerations are integrated into the project, particularly concerning the protection of the common chameleon population and its habitat, requiring pre-construction surveys, specialized relocation procedures, and specific construction practices. Landscaping and tree replacement (3:1 ratio for removed trees) must adhere to detailed guidelines and local authorizations.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Construction of Other Industrial Buildings - Y1EZ)
- Duration: The contract completion time is 1200 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed, including any exercised options.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Proposal Due: April 16, 2026, at 2:00 PM Norfolk, VA local time.
- Published: April 9, 2026.
Key Requirements & Amendments
Multiple amendments have been issued, clarifying technical specifications and extending deadlines. Key clarifications include:
- Vertical Lift Fabric Doors: Specific paragraphs were intentionally omitted from UFGS 08 34 16.20; alternative methods will not be considered. Horizontal rolling steel doors are rejected in favor of the specified vertical lift fabric door system.
- Environmental Compliance: Strict adherence to the Protected Species Protocol for the Common Chameleon, including a capture and translocation plan, and detailed landscaping guidelines (Attachment N) and tree list (Attachment M).
- Spanish Regulations: Offerors and subcontractors must comply with Spanish law regarding registration and classification, as detailed in Attachment G.
- Cybersecurity: Compliance with NIST SP 800-171 assessments is required for subcontractors.
- Fire Protection: The project must comply with both US and Host Nation fire protection and commissioning criteria.
- Pricing: Proposals must be submitted in U.S. Dollars. An offer guarantee and bid bond are not required.
- Pre-Proposal Inquiries (PPIs): The government will not respond to PPIs submitted after February 11, 2026 (as per Amendment 0001) or March 19, 2026 (as per Amendment 0004).
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Stacy Mitchell at stacy.l.harper-mitchell.civ@us.navy.mil or 757-322-4667.