SABER IDIQ
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, 99 CONS is soliciting proposals for a Simplified Acquisition for Base Engineering Requirements (SABER) Indefinite-Delivery Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract. This 100% HUBZone Set-Aside opportunity covers design and construction projects at Nellis Air Force Base, Creech Air Force Base Range 63, Point Bravo, and Nellis Test And Training Range (NTTR), NV. The maximum contract value is $185 million, with a minimum guarantee of $50,000. Proposals are due February 26, 2026, at 2:30 PM PST.
Scope of Work
This FFP IDIQ contract will provide a vehicle for a broad range of maintenance, repair, and minor construction projects. Work will be defined by individual task orders and may include demolition, site work, excavation, concrete, masonry, structural steel, electrical, mechanical (HVAC), painting, millwork, and design services. Individual task orders are estimated to range from $15,000 to $4,000,000. A seed project involves the renovation of Building 10250 (Honor Guard), including restroom updates, sewer line replacement, and HVAC/fire alarm system upgrades, with HAZMAT considerations.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) Indefinite-Delivery Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ)
- Set-Aside: 100% Historically Underutilized Business (HUBZone) Set-Aside
- NAICS: 236220 (Construction), Size Standard: $45M
- Value: Minimum guarantee of $50,000; Maximum ceiling of $185,000,000
- Period of Performance: 5-year ordering period (1825 calendar days after Notice to Proceed)
- Bonding Capability: $40M is required.
Key Requirements & Evaluation
Offerors must be certified HUBZone firms. The acquisition uses the Gordian Construction Task Catalog (CTC) and eGordian system for pricing, with the awardee responsible for license fees (5% up to $6M, then 1.95%). Evaluation will follow a Highest Technically Rated Offeror (HTRO) methodology, assessing Technical Experience, Technical Proposal and Qualifications, and Pricing. A mandatory Self-Scoring Matrix (dated 7 Jan 2026) is used for past performance, considering CPARS ratings for Quality, Schedule, and Management, with only CPARS for task orders $750,000 or more counting for SABER contracts. Compliance with environmental regulations, HAZMAT handling, security, and quality control is mandatory.
Important Dates
- Pre-Proposal Conference & Site Visit: October 29, 2025 (Past)
- Questions/RFIs Due: November 3, 2025 (Past)
- Proposals Due: February 26, 2026, at 2:30 PM PST
Contact Information
- Primary Point of Contact: Corrine Lemon, corrine.lemon@us.af.mil, 702-652-6196