Over the Horizon Radar Sources Sought

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the broad scope requirements for the Oregon Project, a MilCon (Military Construction) program with an estimated total program amount between $250M and $500M. The project involves establishing two remote sites for transmitting (Tx) and receiving (Rx) capabilities, separated by approximately 125 miles.

Construction at the Tx and Rx sites must be concurrent but not necessarily sequential. Facilities at each site may include:

• Operations Facilities
• Antenna Foundations and Support Structures
• Power and Fueling Areas
• Water Treatment Facilities
• Vehicle Maintenance/Storage Facilities
• Fencing

Site Civil Work includes:

• Paving
• Fuel Storage
• Water Storage
• Utility Infrastructure
• Large scale grading/earthworks
• Footings for antenna arrays
• Fencing

Specific details for Site 1 include:

• Approximately 2.5 hrs SW of Boise, ID.
• Five antenna rows, each approximately 9,000' long and 800' wide.
• Significant cut and fill quantities are required.
• Clearing of sagebrush and brush is necessary.
• Individual row details include specific leveled areas for antennas, shelters, and access roads.

Specific details for Site 2 include:

• Approximately 250 miles Northwest of Site 1.

• Ground screen area requires grading tolerance of +/- 6 inches.

• Landscape is sage and brush with few small scrub trees.

• The total MilCon Program Amount is estimated between $250M - $500M.

• Advertise for Qualifications (Step-1) is targeted for FY27Q2.

• Construction Contract Award is targeted for FY27Q4.

• Project Complete is targeted for FY29Q1.

• Phasing requirements will be outlined in the RFP.

Not specified in this document.

• The design and installation of the radar system itself are not included in this project, but close coordination with the radar installer is required.
• Joint Use Dates (JUDs) and Beneficial Occupancy Dates (BODs) will drive the construction schedule.
• Known challenges include remote site locations, minimal local workforce availability, logistical/supply chain challenges, and long travel distances.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an "Industry Feedback Questionnaire" for the USACE Project in Oregon. Its purpose is to gather information from industry partners to help the government understand how to fast-track the civil portion of the project, specifically for equipment foundation and installation.

The questionnaire focuses on Site 1 (Rows 1 & 2) and Site 2, asking detailed questions about:

• Timeline for obtaining SWPPP plans and crew mobilization.
• Number of civil crews and equipment required for clearing, cut, fill, and fine grading within an 8-month period.
• Daily cubic yard production rates for earthmoving.
• Most effective heavy equipment and potential availability concerns.
• Sequencing of tasks to allow for early joint use of the site.
• Staffing considerations for remote locations and man camps.
• Electrical crew availability.
• Labor incentives for remote work.
• Lead times for Pre-Engineered Buildings and specialized seismic isolation components.

This questionnaire is crucial for potential bidders as it outlines key project parameters and potential challenges. The responses will help the government refine project schedules and requirements. Bidders should review these questions to understand the government's priorities and to provide feedback that could influence the final solicitation. It also highlights the remote nature of the project and the need for logistical planning regarding man camps and crew availability.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a "Project Labor Survey" from the Corps of Engineers Kansas City District. It is soliciting comments from the construction community regarding the potential use of Project Labor Agreements (PLAs) for a large-scale construction project (estimated between $250,000,000 and $500,000,000) in remote regions of Oregon. The project is planned as a Firm Fixed Price, Design Bid Build delivery method for two remote sites with limited infrastructure.

This document is a Sources Sought notice, not a solicitation. It seeks input on the feasibility and impact of using a PLA for this specific project. Bidders are asked to respond to 11 questions covering:

• Local PLA usage and documentation
• Skilled labor availability in the area
• Time-sensitive scheduling requirements
• Reasons for or against using a PLA to advance Federal interests (economy, efficiency, stability)
• Impact of PLA on project costs, small business participation (prime and sub-contractors), and potential deterrence from proposing.

Responses are due by 1:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on May 15, 2026, and should be sent via email to michael.g.france@usace.army.mil and jeri.l.halterman@usace.army.mil.