FY2026 Projections
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 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Japan District (POJ) has issued a Special Notice providing FY2026-FY2027 project projections for informational planning purposes. This notice also includes a Request for Information (RFI) seeking feedback on Bank Bonds and Government of Japan/Commercial Industry construction acquisition practices. Responses to the RFI are due by March 23, 2026.
Scope of Projects & RFI
This notice outlines numerous projected construction projects across Mainland Japan and Okinawa for FY26 and FY27. These include Military Family Housing improvements, construction of various facilities (e.g., Vehicle Maintenance Shops, Recreation Centers), HVAC upgrades, maintenance dredging, electrical repairs, fueling system repairs, and demolition projects.
The RFI specifically invites industry comments and concerns regarding acquisition planning, particularly on Bank Bonds and construction acquisition practices.
Eligibility & Requirements
- Local Sources Only: All requirements will primarily be solicited to local sources in Japan through full and open competition. Local sources must be physically located and licensed to conduct business in Japan.
- Japanese Licensing: Prospective offerors must possess a Japanese civil construction (oku isshiki koji) or architectural construction (kenchiku isshiki koji) license, verifiable via the MLIT website.
- CMMC 2.0: Effective November 10, 2025, all solicitations and contracts issued by USACE Japan District will require Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Basic (Level 1) or higher. Vendors must be certified to be eligible for award.
- SAM Registration: All interested companies, including joint ventures, must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).
- Joint Ventures: Must satisfy local source requirements and be SAM registered.
- Electronic Submission: The USACE Japan District uses the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) Solicitation Module for bid and proposal submissions. Vendors are advised to create PIEE accounts early.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice / Request for Information (RFI)
- Nature: For informational planning only; not a solicitation and subject to change.
- RFI Response Due: March 23, 2026
- Notice Published: February 19, 2026
- Overall Notice End Date: September 30, 2026
Additional Information
Attached documents provide guidance on PIEE registration, creating an SPRS Cyber Vendor User Role, and a CMMC Level 1 Quick Entry Guide. The U.S. Government will not offer "United States Official Contractor" status under the US-Japan SOFA to U.S. contractors normally resident in the United States.