Philpott Restroom Replacement
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION SOUTH ATLANTIC.ENDIST WILMINGTON.W074 ENDIST WILMINGTON · Response deadline: Fri, 09 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Charleston District is soliciting bids for restroom replacement work at Philpott, specifically under the jurisdiction of its Wilmington area office. This is a construction contract falling under NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), which typically encompasses building renovation, repair, and replacement projects including interior systems like restrooms.
Small Business Set-Aside means this competition is exclusively open to eligible small businesses. The Corps of Engineers frequently undertakes infrastructure upgrades at its managed properties, and restroom replacements generally involve demolition of existing facilities, installation of new fixtures, plumbing systems, electrical work, ventilation, and finishing work to meet current accessibility and building codes.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Engineering District Wilmington |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | W912PM26QA041 |
| NAICS | 236220 |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside - Total |
| Response deadline | October 9, 2026, 3:00 PM ET |
| Place of performance | see the solicitation |
Who can bid
Only small businesses can bid on this requirement. To qualify, your business must:
- Meet the SBA size standard for NAICS 236220 (see the solicitation or SBA.gov for the applicable revenue or employee threshold)
- Be registered in SAM.gov with active status
- Have any required North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) codes in your SAM profile
- Hold appropriate construction licenses for the state where work will be performed
Philpott is located in Virginia, so Virginia contractor licensing requirements likely apply. Firms should verify their SAM registration is current and that their small business certification is accurate.
How to put together a competitive bid
For a Corps of Engineers construction set-aside, focus on these elements:
Pricing structure: Government construction solicitations typically require unit prices, lump sum, or a combination. Review the solicitation's Schedule of Items carefully. The Corps often uses unit pricing for demolition, fixtures, and trade-specific work.
Past performance: Be prepared to document relevant restroom or building renovation projects of comparable scope. Include contactable references, completion dates, and any government contract performance ratings (CPARS).
Technical approach: Address how you'll manage site access, minimize disruption, handle hazardous materials (common in older restrooms), and comply with Corps safety requirements. The Corps emphasizes its safety and quality standards.
Subcontracting plan: If you're a small business seeking to subcontract portions, understand that subcontracting limits may apply and certain work may need to be self-performed.
Bonding: Expect to provide bid guarantee and performance/payment bonds as required by the Miller Act for federal construction contracts over certain thresholds.
Equal Opportunity compliance: Ensure your firm can meet federal construction EEO and affirmative action requirements.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number W912PM26QA041. The response deadline is October 9, 2026 at 3:00 PM Eastern Time—note this is just three days from the posting date of October 6, 2026, leaving minimal preparation time. Download all attachments, confirm the place of performance, verify your SAM registration, and submit your bid through the specified electronic system before the deadline.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →