Notice of Intent to Sole Source AE
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 (USACE) Charleston District has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for Architect-Engineer (A-E) design and construction support services. The intent is to award a contract to FFE/Heapy Joint Venture (J/V), the Designer of Record (DOR), for the VBA Regional Office Building Interior Remodel and Modernization project in St. Petersburg, Florida. Interested parties must respond by June 12, 2026.
Purpose
This notice serves as an informational announcement that USACE Charleston District intends to issue a sole-source contract action under the authority of FAR 6.302-1(a). The purpose is to acquire follow-on A-E services from the original Designer of Record, FFE/Heapy J/V, to complete the VBA Regional Office Building project. This approach aims to avoid substantial duplication of costs or unacceptable delays, as the DOR previously designed the 2nd-floor renovation under a Department of Veterans Affairs contract.
Scope of Work
The A-E services required include:
- Updating the previously completed 2nd Floor Renovation design package to meet current USACE standards and codes.
- Preparing comprehensive construction contract documents.
- Performing Biddability, Constructability, Operability, Environmental, and Sustainability (BCOES) reviews.
- Developing a design package for the repair or replacement of the facility's atrium skylight.
- Providing support during the construction solicitation phase through the award of construction.
- An option to provide Construction Phase Services (CPS).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Notice of Intent to Sole Source)
- Intended Contractor: FFE/Heapy Joint Venture (J/V)
- Authority: FAR 6.302-1(a)
- Response Due: June 12, 2026, 6:00 PM EDT
- Published: May 28, 2026
Additional Notes
This is not a request for competitive proposals. However, any responsible source that believes it can meet the requirement may submit a capability statement or proposal, which shall be considered by the agency.