INDEFINITE DELIVERY ARCHITECT-ENGINEER CONTRACT FOR SURVEY, MAPPING AND RELATED SERVICES
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 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Alaska District, is conducting a Sources Sought market research effort for an Indefinite Delivery Architect-Engineer (A-E) Contract for Survey, Mapping, and Related Services, primarily across various locations in Alaska. This notice aims to identify qualified prime contractors capable of providing comprehensive A-E services. Responses are due by March 17, 2026, at 2:00 PM AST.
Scope of Work
The selected A-E firm will be required to provide services on an as-needed basis, demonstrating sufficient staff, flexibility, and capability. Typical services include:
- Topographic and hydrographic surveys
- Tidal determinations (gauging)
- Aerial mapping (LIDAR)
- GPS control and boundary establishment
- 3D digital mapping
- Office computations and specialized surveys for "Plans and Specifications" development. Firms must demonstrate the ability to provide Autodesk Civil 3D formatted drawings and support files conforming to the Corps of Engineers CADD/GIS Technology Center A/E/C CADD Standards (version 5.0) using the most recent Autodesk Civil 3D version.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research for an IDIQ A-E Contract
- NAICS: 541370, Engineering Services (Small Business Size Standard: $19 Million)
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research to determine acquisition strategy)
- Response Due: March 17, 2026, 2:00 PM AST
- Published: March 2, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested prime contractor firms should submit a capabilities package (not exceeding 5 pages) demonstrating their ability to perform the work. The package must include:
- Business name, CAGE code, address, and business size under NAICS 541370.
- If a small business, identify the specific small business type (e.g., HUBZone, SDVOSB, 8(a), Woman Owned Small Business).
- Demonstration of the firm's experience as a prime contractor on at least three projects of similar size, type, and complexity within the past five years. For each project, include the title, location, a brief description, dollar amount, and work self-performed. Submissions can be sent via mail to US Army Corps of Engineers, Alaska District, ATTN: CEPOA-CT-C/M (Nelsen), PO Box 6898, JBER, AK 99506-0898, or via email to brittney.morrison@usace.army.mil and michelle.nelsen@usace.army.mil.
Additional Notes
This is a Sources Sought announcement for market research purposes only. The determination of the acquisition strategy rests solely with the government. Prospective contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to any potential award.