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AFHC Repair Quarters 82 and 86, Camp Zama, Japan

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION PACIFIC OCEAN.ENDIST JAPAN.W2SN ENDIST JAPAN · Response deadline: Fri, 11 Dec 2026

What the government is buying

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Japan District is soliciting for repair work at the Armed Forces Housing Complex (AFHC) for Quarters 82 and 86 located at Camp Zama, Japan. NAICS 236118 covers "Residential Remodelers," which typically includes renovation, repair, and modification work on existing residential structures. Federal housing repair contracts of this nature generally involve structural repairs, systems upgrades, and cosmetic improvements to maintain habitable conditions for military personnel and families stationed overseas.

Camp Zama serves as a major U.S. Army installation in Japan, housing the U.S. Army Japan headquarters and supporting the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command. Construction and repair work at overseas military installations must comply with both U.S. military construction standards and host-nation requirements.

Key facts

Who can bid

This solicitation is unrestricted—no set-aside program is designated, meaning businesses of any size may compete. However, NAICS 236118 carries a small business size standard of $16.5 million in average annual receipts. Small businesses under this threshold may still pursue the work, but they will compete against large firms.

Given the overseas location at Camp Zama, Japan, bidders should evaluate their capacity to:

• Perform work outside the continental United States (OCONUS)
• Navigate Japanese labor laws, import regulations, and customs procedures
• Obtain necessary security clearances or access credentials for military installations
• Manage logistics for equipment, materials, and subcontractor coordination in Japan

Joint ventures or mentor-protégé arrangements may appeal to firms lacking direct Japan-based operations. Firms with existing Japan operations or experience with military housing standards (such as UFC 1-200-01 or host-nation equivalent codes) hold advantages.

How to put together a competitive bid

For residential repair work at overseas military installations, focus on these elements:

Technical approach: Detail your methodology for residential renovation, including phased work plans to minimize tenant displacement. Address quality control for structural, mechanical, electrical, and finish work. See the solicitation for specific repair scope.

Past performance: Cite comparable housing repair or renovation projects, especially at military installations or in Japan. Include contactable references and metrics (schedule adherence, quality ratings, safety record).

Personnel qualifications: Identify key personnel with relevant certifications and OCONUS project experience. Address how you will comply with Japanese labor requirements and any status of forces agreement (SOFA) provisions.

Cost realism: Develop detailed cost estimates accounting for Japanese market labor rates, material sourcing (local versus imported), equipment logistics, and potential currency fluctuation risks. See the solicitation for contract type and pricing structure.

Safety and environmental plans: Address compliance with U.S. Army safety requirements and Japanese environmental regulations. See the solicitation for specific requirements.

Small business subcontracting: If applicable as a large business, outline your subcontracting plan with measurable goals for small business participation.

Next steps

Access and read the full solicitation W912HV26BA019 on SAM.gov to obtain the statement of work, specifications, drawings, and proposal submission instructions. The response deadline is December 11, 2026 at 2:00 PM Japan Standard Time—note the UTC+9 time zone for deadline calculations. Register in SAM.gov if not already active, and allow adequate time for any required representations, certifications, or bonding arrangements typical for construction contracts.

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