PN78538 McChord Fire Station
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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), Seattle District, is conducting market research to identify potential sources for the construction of a Fire Station at Joint Base Lewis McChord (JBLM), WA. This effort aims to determine the appropriate acquisition strategy, specifically evaluating an Integrated Design and Construction (IDaC) approach. Responses, including a mandatory survey and capabilities package, are due by May 13, 2026, 5:00 PM PDT.
Purpose & Strategy
The primary purpose is to identify qualified and interested businesses to inform the acquisition strategy for this significant construction project. The Government is evaluating the IDaC strategy, which integrates the construction contractor early in the design phase to provide critical constructability analysis and cost-savings input. The proposed contract type for construction is Firm Fixed Price.
Project Scope
The project involves constructing a multi-company Fire Station with structural and Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) apparatus bays, residential, administration, training, dispatch, EMS, and fire reserve areas. Supporting facilities include site development, utilities, paving, landscaping, and an agent storage facility. The facility will incorporate DoD Minimum Antiterrorism standards, Cyber Security Measures, and Sustainability/Energy measures, designed for a minimum 40-year life. One existing building (60 SF) will be demolished.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- NAICS Code: 236220 - Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (Size Standard: $45.0M)
- PSC: Y1JZ - Construction Of Miscellaneous Buildings
- Construction Magnitude: Between $50,000,000 and $80,000,000
- Estimated Period of Performance: Approximately 910 calendar days
- Place of Performance: Joint Base Lewis McChord (JBLM), WA
IDaC Key Features & Industry Feedback
The IDaC contract structure includes an early award for pre-construction services (firm-fixed price) and a construction phase option (firm-fixed price with maximum price ceiling, target cost, and target profit). The USACE is seeking industry feedback on the IDaC strategy, including its impact on cost/schedule, change management, optimal design submission levels, proposal preparation time, early work items, pre-construction services, and technical proposal factors. The tentative construction award date is Early FY27.
Submission Requirements
Interested firms must complete a mandatory survey titled "McChord Fire Station one-on-one contractor interview questions" and submit a capabilities package (limited to 10 pages, excluding JV and bonding info). The package must demonstrate capability and experience as a prime contractor, including:
- Company details (name, address, POC, CAGE, UEI, NAICS, business classification)
- Regions of work
- Up to three past projects (prime or key sub, last 7 years, similar size/complexity/scope, with project details)
- Estimated self-performance percentage
- Expert assessment of subcontracting opportunities (with percentage goals for SB categories and potential areas)
- Joint Venture information (if applicable)
- Bonding information (on company letterhead: single and aggregate limits)
Submission Deadline: May 13, 2026, 5:00 PM PDT. Email: jacanna.f.wyatt@usace.army.mil (CC: susan.f.newby@usace.army.mil). Subject Line: "Capability Statement-Fire Station at JBLM, WA".
Important Notes
This is for informational and market research purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP) or commitment to issue a solicitation. No funds are available for response preparation.