CSSC Site-Wide Handrailing Replacement
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION GREAT LAKES AND OHIO.ENDIST CHICAGO.W072 ENDIST CHICAGO · Response deadline: Wed, 14 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Chicago District (W072 ENDIST CHICAGO) is soliciting bids for site-wide handrailing replacement work for CSSC. NAICS 238990 covers "All Other Specialty Trade Contractors," which includes various building and site improvement trades not classified elsewhere—such as structural supports, safety installations, and related exterior work. Handrailing replacement typically involves removing deteriorated railings and installing new systems to meet current safety codes and accessibility standards.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | DEPT OF DEFENSE / DEPT OF THE ARMY / US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS / ENGINEER DIVISION GREAT LAKES AND OHIO / ENDIST CHICAGO |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | W912P626BA029 |
| NAICS | 238990 |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside - Total |
| Response deadline | October 14, 2026 at 1:00 PM CT |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata (see the solicitation) |
Who can bid
This opportunity is set aside for small business concerns under the Small Business Set Aside - Total program. To qualify, your business must be small under the NAICS 238990 size standard (see the solicitation or SBA Table of Size Standards for the specific employee or receipts threshold). No other socioeconomic certifications (8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB) are required.
You must be registered in SAM.gov with active status and have the applicable NAICS code in your entity profile. Corps of Engineers construction contracts typically require pre-qualification or proof of financial capacity, bonding ability, and relevant past performance. See the solicitation for specific eligibility and registration requirements.
How to put together a competitive bid
Understand the scope: Site-wide handrailing replacement on a federal facility demands precision. Request the drawings and specifications to determine railing types (pipe, architectural metal, concrete-embedded), quantities, finishes, and any Coast Guard or Corps-specific safety requirements.
Verify your experience: Source selection for small business construction set-asides typically emphasizes past performance on similar handrailing, structural steel, or site improvement projects. Document comparable completed work with CPARS ratings or customer references.
Prepare your cost build-up: Labor, materials, mobilization, and traffic control or safety compliance during installation will drive pricing. If the site is active (likely for CSSC—a navigation facility), coordinate work windows and temporary protection measures. Factor in Davis-Bacon Act prevailing wages if construction exceeds $2,000.
Bonding and insurance: Expect requirements for bid guarantee (see the solicitation for percentage), performance and payment bonds, and general liability coverage. Confirm your surety's willingness to support this contract value.
Submission mechanics: Army Corps solicitations typically require electronic submission through SAM.gov or the specified portal. Ensure your proposal addresses all technical factors, schedule, and safety plan requirements stated in the solicitation.
Next steps
- Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number W912P626BA029 to obtain scope details, drawings, specifications, and amendment history.
- Confirm your small business size status for NAICS 238990.
- Note the deadline: Proposals are due October 14, 2026 at 1:00 PM Central Time—allow margin for technical submission issues.
- Submit questions through the solicitation's designated contact prior to any Q&A deadline to clarify site access, railing specifications, or subcontracting limits.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →