DISA FY26 ROOF REPAIRS AT FORT MEADE, MARYLAND
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION NORTH ATLANTIC.ENDIST BALTIMORE.W2SD ENDIST BALTIMORE · Response deadline: Fri, 09 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) is procuring roof repair services for its facilities at Fort Meade, Maryland, for fiscal year 2026. Roof repair work under NAICS 238160 typically encompasses restoring, replacing, or maintaining roofing systems on existing buildings, including addressing leaks, damaged membranes, flashing, drainage components, and structural deterioration. Small businesses in this trade perform work ranging from spot repairs to full roof replacements, often working on active government installations with security and operational continuity requirements. Given the location at Fort Meade, prospective bidders should anticipate potential security clearance or badge requirements for personnel, as well as coordination with DISA and installation authorities to minimize disruption to critical communications infrastructure.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Engineer District Baltimore |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | W912DR26QA057 |
| NAICS | 238160 (Roofing Contractors) |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside – Total |
| Response deadline | Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. EDT |
| Place of performance | see the solicitation |
Note: The posted date appears to reference 2026, which may be a data entry anomaly; bidders should verify the actual solicitation timeline on SAM.gov.
Who can bid
This opportunity is set aside exclusively for small businesses under the Small Business Administration's size standards. For NAICS 238160, the current small business size standard is $16.5 million in average annual receipts over three years. Verified small businesses—including those owned by service-disabled veterans, women, or disadvantaged individuals—may bid, though no specific socioeconomic subcontracting goals are mentioned in the metadata.
Eligible bidders should possess relevant experience in commercial or government roofing work, particularly on secure facilities or military installations. See the solicitation for any required registrations (SAM.gov active status), bonding capacity, insurance minimums, past performance criteria, or security prerequisites.
How to put together a competitive bid
Understand the scope precisely. Roof repair solicitations vary dramatically—from minor maintenance to full tear-off replacement. Examine the Statement of Work for specific roofing systems involved (built-up, modified bitumen, TPO, EPDM, metal), quantities, and whether the work spans multiple buildings or a single facility.
Price strategically. Labor rates in the Fort Meade area reflect Central Maryland's competitive construction market. Factor in:
- Traffic and access constraints for material deliveries
- Potential night/weekend premiums if work must occur during non-operational hours
- Disposal costs for removed roofing materials
- Warranty terms required (typically 10-20 years for materials, 2-5 for workmanship)
Demonstrate relevant past performance. Prior military or federal roofing contracts strengthen competitiveness. Prepare Dun & Bradstreet Open Ratings or CPARS references. Highlight experience working within secure perimeters or alongside sensitive operations.
Address quality assurance. Corps of Engineers projects emphasize specifications compliance. Identify your QC inspector, material submittal process, and how you'll document work phases. Note any requirements for Factory Mutual or UL-rated assemblies.
Review terms carefully. Government roofing contracts often include Davis-Bacon Act prevailing wage requirements, Buy American preferences for materials, and specific safety protocols (fall protection, hot work permits). See the solicitation for applicable clauses.
Next steps
Access the full solicitation immediately at SAM.gov using solicitation number W912DR26QA057—the response deadline is approximately three days from posting, leaving minimal preparation time.
Verify all deadlines including any pre-bid site visits or walkthroughs, given the compressed timeline.
Confirm your SAM.gov registration is active and your small business size status is current in your entity profile.
Review attachments for drawings, specifications, wage determinations, and any Fort Meade-specific access procedures.
Given the unusually short response window, contact the contracting officer promptly if the deadline appears unworkable or if you suspect a data error in the posted dates.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →