Repair Secure Area
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 Department of the Air Force, specifically the 20th Contracting Squadron at Shaw Air Force Base, is conducting market research through this Sources Sought Notice to identify qualified Small Business contractors for Design-Build Services to Repair a Secure Area at Shaw Air Force Base, SC. This is not a solicitation, but aims to gather information for a potential future procurement. Responses are due April 20, 2026, by 2:00 PM EST.
Project Description
The project involves the complete repair and renovation of an existing ~5,667 SF structure into a modern, turnkey secure area. The scope requires all management, design, engineering, labor, and materials to deliver a zero-defect facility compliant with security standards. Key work items include:
- Complete Interior Demolition
- Full Building Envelope Repair (infilling voids, extending perimeter walls)
- Full Roof Replacement (new 20-year warrantied standing seam metal roof)
- Secure Facility Construction (interior reconfiguration for three separate secure areas with acoustic ratings and physical separation)
- Hazardous Material Abatement (asbestos removal)
- Structural Modifications (to meet wind load requirements)
- New MEP & Life Safety Systems (HVAC, electrical, backup generator, plumbing, fire alarm/mass notification, fire sprinkler)
- Security & Communications Infrastructure (conduit, power, pathways for IDS, ACS, telecommunications)
The estimated period of performance is 293 calendar days, including multi-phase design and construction.
Required Capabilities
Interested parties must demonstrate significant experience as a prime contractor in:
- Design-Build projects of similar size, scope, and complexity, preferably for DoD or federal agencies.
- Complex Renovations including demolition, hazardous material abatement, and structural modifications.
- Secure Environment Expertise with access to a dedicated Secure Area Subject Matter Expert.
- Specialized MEP Systems design and installation, including backup and redundant systems for secure facilities.
- Military Installation Experience with associated safety and security protocols.
Submission Requirements
Qualified Small Businesses must submit a capability statement package electronically by the deadline. The package should include:
- Company Information: Name, Address, UEI, CAGE, and business size/socio-economic status under NAICS 236220.
- Capability Statement: A narrative (not to exceed 5 pages) addressing the required capabilities and company approach.
- Past Performance: Summaries of 2-4 relevant Design-Build projects involving secure or high-security area construction within the last seven years, including project details, contract value, period of performance, and customer point of contact.
- Period of Performance Assessment: An assessment of the proposed 293-calendar day timeline, with rationale and alternative schedule if deemed insufficient.
- Confirmation: Statement confirming US-based status and ability to access military installations.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- NAICS Code: 236220, Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: April 20, 2026, 2:00 PM EST
- Published: April 7, 2026
Additional Notes
This notice is for market research only; the Government does not intend to award a contract based on this notice or pay for information solicited. Submissions will inform the appropriate acquisition strategy for a potential future procurement.