JB Charleston Multiple Award Construction Contract
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR MOBILITY COMMAND.FA4418 628 CONS PK · Response deadline: Mon, 02 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Air Mobility Command at Joint Base Charleston (JB Charleston), South Carolina, is soliciting bids for a Multiple Award Construction Contract (MACC). This is a frequent-use contracting vehicle that selects several contractors to compete for individual task orders over a set period. Rather than awarding a single contract for a fixed scope of work, the government establishes a pool of pre-qualified construction firms that can later bid on specific projects as needs arise.
Construction work under NAICS 236220 typically covers commercial and institutional building construction, including new structures, additions, alterations, maintenance, and repair work. MACC vehicles are commonly used for military bases because they allow rapid procurement of construction services without running a full competition for every small project. The "Y1JZ" classification code indicates building-related work within the federal procurement classification system.
Key facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Dept of Defense, Dept of the Air Force, Air Mobility Command |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | FA441826R0009 |
| NAICS | 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) |
| Set-aside | None (Full and Open Competition) |
| Response deadline | November 2, 2026 at 12:00 PM ET |
| Place of performance | South Carolina (see the solicitation for specific location details) |
Who can bid
This solicitation is a full and open competition with no small business set-aside specified in the metadata. Any qualified firm—large or small—that meets the solicitation's technical, financial, and past-performance requirements may submit a proposal.
For construction contractors, key eligibility factors typically include: appropriate state-level contractor licensing in South Carolina; bonding capacity sufficient for the anticipated project ranges; and relevant experience in commercial or federal construction, particularly on military installations. Because JB Charleston is an active military base, contractors will likely need to demonstrate ability to obtain security clearances or escorted access for personnel. See the solicitation for specific qualification thresholds, experience requirements, and any mandatory subcontracting plans.
How to put together a competitive bid
For a MACC solicitation, the government evaluates both your qualifications (to enter the pool) and your pricing approach (often including a coefficient or competitive range for future task-order competitions). Focus on these elements:
Demonstrate relevant past performance. Emphasize completed projects of similar size, complexity, and type—ideally on federal or military installations. Include contactable references and metrics on completed work (on-time delivery, quality scores, safety record).
Validate your financial and bonding capacity. MACC holders must be able to perform multiple concurrent or sequential task orders. Provide evidence of sufficient surety bonding and financial stability.
Address base-specific requirements. JB Charleston operations cannot pause for construction. Propose specific approaches to working in active military environments: phasing plans that minimize disruption, noise and dust controls, coordination with base operations, and rapid response capabilities for urgent requirements.
Personnel qualifications. Many MACCs require key personnel with federal construction experience, security clearances, or specific certifications. Identify your proposed project managers and superintendents early.
Pricing strategy. Understand whether this MACC uses fixed-price task orders, time-and-materials with ceiling prices, or another structure. Your proposed pricing should be competitive for the local Charleston commercial construction market while sustaining profitability across unpredictable task-order volume.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation FA441826R0009 on SAM.gov immediately. The response deadline is November 2, 2026 at 12:00 PM Eastern Time—an unusually short window given the October 30, 2026 posting date. Download all attachments, including the statement of work, evaluation criteria, and required representations. Note any pre-bid conference or site visit requirements, which are common for base construction work. Given the timeline, contact SAM.gov technical support promptly if you encounter access issues. If you plan to bid, prioritize assembling your past-performance documentation and teaming agreements this week.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →