Infantry Platoon Battle Course (IPBC) Fort Bragg, North Carolina
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION SOUTH ATLANTIC.ENDIST SAVANNAH.W074 ENDIST SAVANNAH · Response deadline: Thu, 22 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Savannah District is soliciting offers for construction of an Infantry Platoon Battle Course (IPBC) at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. An IPBC is a live-fire training facility designed to train infantry platoons in collective tactics, maneuver, and engagement under simulated combat conditions. These facilities typically include target systems, maneuver lanes, observation points, and safety infrastructure to support realistic combined-arms training.
Fort Bragg (now part of Fort Liberty) is the Army's largest installation by population and home to the 82nd Airborne Division, XVIII Airborne Corps, and U.S. Army Special Operations Command. Construction work on an active military installation involves stringent security requirements, coordination with military operations, and compliance with DoD construction standards.
NAICS 236220 covers commercial and institutional building construction, which includes military facilities. Work of this type generally requires experience with federal construction contracts, familiarity with military specifications (particularly UFC and UFGS standards), and ability to perform in an operational military environment.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Savannah District |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | W912HN-26-BA005 |
| NAICS | 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) |
| Set-aside | None (Full and Open Competition) |
| Response deadline | October 22, 2026, 11:00 AM EDT |
| Place of performance | Fort Bragg, North Carolina (see the solicitation for specific details) |
Who can bid
This is a full and open competition with no small business set-aside. Any responsible offeror meeting the solicitation requirements may bid, including:
- Large construction contractors
- Small construction businesses (though no preference applies)
- Joint ventures and mentor-protégé arrangements
Given the NAICS code (236220), size standard, and full-open status, expect competition from established federal construction contractors with significant bonding capacity and military construction experience. Small businesses without prior military construction experience or limited bonding capacity may face challenges competing on price and technical qualifications.
How to put together a competitive bid
Understand the technical scope: Review all drawings, specifications, and site conditions. IPBC construction involves specialized training infrastructure—see the solicitation for exact requirements regarding target systems, ranges, berms, and electronic components.
Assess site-specific risks: Fort Bragg is an active installation with restricted access, potential unexploded ordnance, environmental constraints, and operational noise/vibration restrictions. Factor security clearance requirements, badging, and escorted access into labor costs and schedule.
Validate your bonding capacity: Federal construction projects typically require performance and payment bonds. Ensure your surety can support the contract value; see the solicitation for specific bonding requirements.
Evaluate subcontracting needs: IPBC construction may require specialty trades—electrical work for target systems, communications infrastructure, or environmental remediation. Identify qualified subcontractors early and obtain commitment letters.
Price realistically: Army Corps construction contracts are heavily scrutinized for unbalanced bidding and defective pricing. Develop detailed cost estimates including Davis-Bacon Act prevailing wages, if applicable.
Demonstrate relevant experience: Past performance on military ranges, training facilities, or secure installations will strengthen your technical proposal. Prepare detailed references and project summaries.
Attend site visits if offered: Pre-bid site visits are common for military construction and critical for understanding access constraints, soil conditions, and staging limitations.
Next steps
Access the full solicitation, including drawings, specifications, and amendments, on SAM.gov using solicitation number W912HN-26-BA005.
Note the firm response deadline: October 22, 2026, at 11:00 AM Eastern Time. Late submissions will not be considered.
See the solicitation for registration requirements, proposal format, evaluation criteria, and any pre-proposal conference or site visit schedules.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →