Raul Hector Castro Douglas AZ Land Port of Entry Design-Build
Overview
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Set Aside
Original Source
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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 General Services Administration (GSA) is seeking a Design-Build (DB) contractor for the Raul Hector Castro (RHC) Land Port of Entry (LPOE) project in Douglas, AZ. This presolicitation announces an upcoming "Best Value" Request for Proposal (RFP) for a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract. The opportunity is designated as Full and Open Competition. The solicitation is anticipated to be issued on or about January 29, 2026.
Scope of Work
The project involves the demolition and modernization of existing facilities at 15 Pan American Ave, Douglas, AZ, and the expansion of the Port to the west and north of the current site. A critical requirement is to maintain continuous operation of commercial and non-commercial inspection activities throughout the construction period. Preliminary Concept Design documents were completed in July 2025.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Design-Build (DB), Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract.
- Set-Aside: Full and Open Competition.
- NAICS Code: 236220 -- Commercial and Institutional Building Construction, with a Small Business Size Standard of $45M.
- Anticipated Solicitation Issuance: On or about January 29, 2026.
- Anticipated Design-Build Award: By June 2026.
- Estimated Construction Duration: Approximately 46 months.
Evaluation & Qualifications
GSA plans to issue a "Best Value" Request for Proposal (RFP) utilizing source selection procedures in accordance with FAR Part 15. The selection process will employ tradeoffs where technical/management factors are significantly more important than price. Mandatory "Go/No-Go" qualification requirements for eligibility include:
- Completed Representations and Certifications, with current System for Award Management (SAM) registration.
- Standard Form 24, Bid Guarantee/Bond.
- GSA Form 527 – Contractors Qualifications and Financial Information.
- SF 1442 and Acknowledgement of any amendments.
Additional Notes
This acquisition is subject to the World Trade Organization Government Procurement Agreement and Free Trade Agreements. Point of Contact: Daniel R. Ramirez, Contracting Officer, at daniel.ramirez@gsa.gov.