NATO Business Opportunity: Minor Construction Framework for Headquarters Supreme Allied Commander Transformation
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 Headquarters Supreme Allied Commander Transformation (HQ SACT) intends to issue an Invitation for International Bidding (IFIB) for a Minor Construction Framework contract. This opportunity is for recurring, low-value construction and maintenance work at HQ SACT in Norfolk, VA. U.S. prime contractors must be pre-approved for NATO Competitive Procurement (NCP) and obtain a Declaration of Eligibility (DOE) from the U.S. Government. The deadline to request a DOE and submit the NCP application is February 4, 2026.
Scope of Work
The Minor Construction Framework Contract will provide a flexible mechanism for delivering construction and maintenance tasks across HQ SACT. This includes, but is not limited to, internal and external painting, flooring installation and repairs, dry repair and installation, minor building alterations, and associated finishing works. Projects will generally be small-scale, requiring consistent industry standards, regulatory compliance, and minimal disruption. Contractors must demonstrate capacity for multiple concurrent tasks, provide skilled personnel, adhere to health and safety, and respond promptly to varying workloads.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Invitation for International Bidding (IFIB) for a Minor Construction Framework Contract
- Duration: Award to December 31, 2026, plus four one-year option periods (January 1, 2027, to December 31, 2030)
- Set-Aside: Not applicable (NATO Competitive Procurement)
- DOE Request/NCP Application Due: February 4, 2026
- Estimated IFIB Issue: February 9, 2026
- Estimated Bid Closing: March 13, 2026
- Published: January 28, 2026
Eligibility & Bidding Procedure (for U.S. Firms)
Potential prime contractors must:
- Be pre-approved for NATO Competitive Procurement (NCP).
- Be issued a Declaration of Eligibility (DOE) by the U.S. Government.
- Have performed similar contracts within the last three years.
- Be eligible to work on a U.S. military facility without escort.
- Hold relevant contractor licenses in Virginia. Contractor personnel must be citizens of a NATO nation with appropriate training and experience.
U.S. firms must first be approved for NCP on a facility-by-facility basis by the Department of Commerce (DOC). The one-time NCP application requires a company resume and financial documents (annual report or CPA-compiled/reviewed/audited statements). Applications can be downloaded from the BIS website and submitted via email to the DOC. For specific projects, include the title/solicitation number and contact details in the email text.
Evaluation
Bidding Procedure: Competitive Procurement/Best Value. HQ SACT reserves the right to award to multiple suppliers.
Additional Notes
All correspondence should include the reference: IFIB-ACT-SACT-26-24. The IFIB will be posted on the HQ SACT website: https://www.act.nato.int/contracting.