MACC for DB/DBB new construction, renovation, alteration and repair for large general, industrial and waterfront construction projects primarily located at PNSY, Kittery ME and NNSY, Portsmouth VA in support of SIOP
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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 a Multiple Award Construction Contract (MACC) for Design-Build (DB) and Design-Bid-Build (DBB) new construction, renovation, alteration, and repair projects. These projects primarily support large general, industrial, and waterfront construction at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY), Kittery, ME, and Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY), Portsmouth, VA, under the Shipyard Infrastructure Optimization Program (SIOP). Proposals are due March 6, 2026.
Opportunity Overview
This MACC aims to secure up to five (5) contractors for a broad range of construction services. The initial "seed" project is the B60 Nuclear Containments Production Facility Consolidation at PNSY, Kittery, Maine, involving a major overhaul and renovation of Building 60, including an interior elevator tower.
Scope of Work
The contract encompasses heavy waterfront and industrial building type projects, such as dry docks, wharves, piers, bulkheads, industrial facilities, utilities, and infrastructure, covering both vertical and horizontal construction. Contractors will be responsible for all labor, supervision, engineering, design, materials, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, and transportation. Specific work for the B60 project includes:
- Architectural and Engineering: Detailed drawings for existing conditions, removals, structural elements, hazardous materials management, and site constraints.
- Mechanical and Fire Protection: Installation, removal, and integration of systems, including detailed equipment schedules.
- Electrical, Telecommunications, and Security: Infrastructure, wiring, equipment, and system installations.
- Equipment and Finishes: Inventory, replacement, and new installations for various facility components.
- Hazardous Materials: Abatement and removal of asbestos-containing materials (ACM) and lead, cadmium, and chromium (LCM).
- Pricing Schedule: Includes base bid items and options for Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment (FF&E), Industrial Equipment, Electronic Security Systems (ESS), and various repairs/upgrades.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Multiple Award Construction Contract (MACC), Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ).
- Duration: November 23, 2026, to November 22, 2031.
- Estimated Magnitude: $25,000,000 to $100,000,000.
- Number of Awards: Up to five (5).
- NAICS Code: 237990, Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction, with a $45,000,000 size standard.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted, Full and Open Competition.
- Cybersecurity: Requires compliance with CMMC Level 1 (Self) or higher, with a current affirmation of continuous compliance in SPRS prior to award. Offerors must provide CMMC unique identifiers (UIDs) in proposals.
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposal Due Date: March 6, 2026, by 02:00 PM local time.
- Submission Method: Electronically via the PIEE Solicitation Module.
- Evaluation: A tradeoff process will be used, considering both price and non-price factors for best value. Non-price factors include Corporate Experience, Safety, Management Approach, Schedule, Small Business Utilization, and Past Performance.
- Bonds: A bid bond of 20% of the total project bid price or $3M (whichever is less) is required. Performance and Payment Bonds are required within 10 calendar days after award.
- Small Business Utilization: A mandatory Small Business Participation Commitment Document (SBPCD) (Attachment E) requires a minimum of 20% total small business subcontracting. Large businesses must submit an Individual Small Business Subcontracting Plan (Attachment F).
- Experience & Past Performance: Offerors must submit a Construction & Design Experience Project Data Sheet (Attachment A) for up to five construction and five design projects. A Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ) (Attachment C) is required if a CPARS evaluation is unavailable.
Key Dates & Actions
- Site Visit: A site visit was scheduled for February 5, 2026, at 0900. Attendees required specific forms (DBIDS Access Request Form, SF 5512) and PPE.
- Pre-Proposal Inquiries (PPIs): Responses to PPIs have been issued via amendments, clarifying various aspects of the solicitation.
Contact Information
- Primary: Weston Polen (weston.c.polen.civ@us.navy.mil, 757-322-4749)
- Secondary: Edward FLINT (edward.d.flint.civ@us.navy.mil)