Sources Sought - Construction of BGAD Small Arms Ammunition Magazine
Overview
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PSC
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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 Department of the Army, W072 ENDIST LOUISVILLE, is conducting a Sources Sought market survey to identify qualified small businesses for the Design-Build (DB) construction of a Small Arms Ammunition Magazine at Blue Grass Army Depot (BGAD), Madison County, Richmond, Kentucky. This project involves constructing a 180,000 SF Ammunition Storehouse and a Munitions Surveillance Workshop. The estimated price range is between $25,000,000 and $100,000,000, with the Government expecting it to be on the upper end. Responses are due by March 30, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
This project entails the construction of a 180,000 SF Ammunition Storehouse for Small Arms Ammunition and a Munitions Surveillance Workshop. Key features include loading docks, ramps, lightning protection, fire protection and alarm systems, cybersecurity measures, and EMCS connection. Sustainability and energy enhancement measures are integrated. Supporting facilities cover utilities (water, sewer, gas), electric service, site lighting, parking, access roads, paving, sidewalks, storm drainage, information systems, and site improvements. Facilities must be designed for a minimum 40-year lifespan in accordance with DoD's UFC 1-200-02, including energy efficiencies and integrated building systems performance. Comprehensive interior design services are also required.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Anticipated Period of Performance: 912 calendar days
- NAICS Code: 236220 Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
- Size Standard: $45M
- Estimated Price Range: $25,000,000 - $100,000,000 (expected upper end)
- Response Due: March 30, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Published: March 16, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested firms must provide:
- Identification and verification of small business status (Small Business, HUBZone, 8A, Woman-Owned, Service-Disabled Veteran Owned).
- Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) Number and CAGE Code(s).
- Documentation from bonding company showing current single and aggregate performance and payment bond limits.
- Descriptions of Experience: No more than three (3) example projects (95%+ complete or completed in past 8 years) where the firm served as prime contractor. Each project must include a reference with contact information. Projects must be similar in scope (new construction of a warehouse for controlled/hazardous materials like ammunition, explosives) and size (100,000 SF total square footage).
- For each project, include: current completion percentage/date, scope, size, dollar value, contract type (design/bid/build or design-build), and percentage of self-performed work.
- Self-Performance: State the percentage of work to be self-performed on this project, adhering to FAR 52.219-14 (15% for general construction).
Additional Notes
Total submittal package is limited to 8 pages. Responses should be submitted via Microsoft Forms at: https://forms.osi.apps.mil/r/tZQgvxiMYQ. This is NOT a Request for Proposal and does not constitute a Government commitment. Responses will inform acquisition decisions. Questions should be directed to Jacob Pridemore at Jacob.S.Pridemore@usace.army.mil.