Mogadishu Somalia Lodging Facility Construction
Overview
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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, specifically NAVFACSYSCOM EUROPE AFRICA CENTRAL, intends to award a sole source contract for the Design-Build construction of a hardened lodging facility in Mogadishu, Somalia, within the Mogadishu International Airport's Green Zone. This action is justified under FAR 6.302-2 due to immediate need and the unacceptable delays and risks associated with competitive procurement. The proposed sole source contractor is RA International.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for Design-Build construction services to establish a hardened lodging facility. This facility is critical for meeting mission requirements and ensuring personnel safety in Mogadishu, Somalia.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Intent to Sole Source)
- NAICS Code: 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) with a $45,000,000 annual size standard.
- PSC Code: Z2JZ (Repair or Alteration of Miscellaneous Buildings)
- Magnitude of Construction: Between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000.
- Proposed Contractor: RA International.
Submission & Evaluation
This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. It serves as an intent to solicit and negotiate with only one source. However, interested parties who believe they can meet the requirement may identify their interest and capability by the response deadline of March 21, 2026, at 1:00 PM UTC. The Government will consider inquiries received to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible. The Justification and Approval (J&A) document will be available on SAM.gov.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This is an unrestricted sole source action. The justification for sole-sourcing to RA International is based on their immediate availability, physical presence in Mogadishu, a cleared and vetted workforce, and the critical need to avoid delays and mitigate risks that would arise from a competitive process.
Timeline
- Published Date: March 6, 2026
- Response Deadline: March 21, 2026, 1:00 PM UTC