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JOINT BASE LEWIS MCCHORD MULTI DOMAIN TASK FORCE BUILDINGS 3223-3224, WASHINGTON

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION NORTHWESTERN.ENDIST SEATTLE.W071 ENDIST SEATTLE · Response deadline: Mon, 30 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

This is a construction solicitation for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Seattle District, for work at Joint Base Lewis-McChord in Washington state. The project involves Buildings 3223-3224 for the Multi Domain Task Force. The NAICS code 236220 corresponds to commercial and institutional building construction, which typically encompasses new construction, additions, alterations, maintenance, and repair work on buildings used for commercial or institutional purposes. Given the military context, this likely involves facilities supporting Army operations and training activities.

Multi Domain Task Forces are a relatively recent Army organizational concept designed to coordinate operations across land, air, sea, space, and cyber domains. The construction work for such units generally requires facilities that can support command-and-control functions, equipment storage, maintenance operations, and personnel support.

Key facts

Who can bid

This solicitation is set aside for small businesses only under NAICS 236220. To qualify, your business must meet the Small Business Administration's size standard for this code. For NAICS 236220, the size standard is typically based on average annual receipts over a three-year period; verify the current threshold on SBA.gov as these are subject to adjustment.

You must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) and have an active registration through the contract performance period. Your business should be prepared to demonstrate relevant experience in commercial or institutional building construction, particularly projects of comparable scale and complexity. Past performance on federal or military construction projects will strengthen your competitiveness.

For a total small business set-aside, you cannot bid as a joint venturer unless the joint venture itself meets small business requirements, or as a sole subcontractor to a large business prime. Mentor-protégé arrangements may be permissible under specific SBA regulations if applicable.

How to put together a competitive bid

Understand the scope: Review the full solicitation carefully to determine whether this involves new construction, renovation, or a combination for Buildings 3223-3224. Pay close attention to any special requirements for working on an active military installation, including security clearances, access procedures, and phasing constraints.

Assess bonding capacity: Federal construction projects generally require performance and payment bonds. For Corps of Engineers projects, bonding requirements typically follow the Miller Act. Verify your surety capacity early and ensure your bonding company can support the anticipated contract value.

Evaluate teaming needs: Given the specialized nature of military construction, consider whether you need subcontractors for electrical, mechanical, fire protection, or other trades. Identify credible partners with relevant experience and valid SAM registrations.

Pricing strategy: Develop your estimate based on the solicitation drawings and specifications. Corps projects often use unit pricing or lump sum arrangements—see the solicitation for the pricing structure. Factor in Davis-Bacon Act prevailing wage requirements, which apply to federally funded construction.

Past performance documentation: Prepare concise summaries of comparable completed projects, including contract values, completion dates, and owner references. The Corps evaluates past performance rigorously.

Proposal compliance: Follow the solicitation's instructions for proposal format, page limits, and required representations and certifications. Missing a required form or representation commonly results in rejection.

Next steps

1. Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number W912DW27RA014 to obtain drawings, specifications, and all evaluation criteria.

2. Confirm your small business size status matches current SBA standards for NAICS 236220.

3. Note the deadline: Proposals are due November 30, 2026, at 11:00 AM Pacific Time. Plan to submit well in advance to avoid technical issues with SAM.gov or the designated submission system.

4. Attend any pre-proposal conference or site visit if offered—these are typically valuable for understanding site conditions and asking clarifying questions.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →