Power Construction and Services II (PCS II) MATOC
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION NORTH ATLANTIC.ENDIST PHILADELPHIA.W2SD ENDIST PHILADELPHIA · Response deadline: Tue, 03 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Philadelphia District is soliciting bids for Power Construction and Services II (PCS II) MATOC—a Multiple Award Task Order Contract for power-related construction and services. This is a follow-on or second-generation contract vehicle, suggesting continued demand for electrical infrastructure work supporting federal facilities and operations.
NAICS 237130 covers Power and Communication Line and Related Structures Construction. This includes the construction of electric power transmission and distribution lines, substations, and related infrastructure, as well as communications networks and their supporting structures. Typical work under this NAICS involves overhead and underground line construction, substation erection, pole and tower installation, and associated civil and structural work.
A MATOC structure means the government will select multiple awardees to establish an indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract pool. Task orders for specific projects are then competed among or directed to these awardees. This vehicle type is commonly used for recurring construction needs where the government cannot specify exact quantities or timelines in advance.
Key facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Philadelphia District |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | W912BU26RA032 |
| NAICS | 237130 (Power and Communication Line and Related Structures Construction) |
| Set-aside | None |
| Response deadline | November 3, 2026, 4:30 PM Eastern |
| Place of performance | Not specified in notice metadata; see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This is a full and open competition—there is no small business set-aside indicated in the metadata. All qualified offerors, including large businesses, may submit proposals. Small businesses are not prohibited from bidding but will compete directly against firms of all sizes.
Given the specialized nature of power transmission and distribution construction, the government likely expects offerors to demonstrate:
- Relevant construction experience on electrical infrastructure projects comparable in scope and complexity
- Appropriate bonding capacity for construction work
- Licensed electrical and general contracting qualifications in relevant jurisdictions
- Safety records and EMR (Experience Modification Rate) data
- Past performance on federal or utility-scale power projects
Firms should verify their SAM.gov registration is active and that any required DUNS/UEI and CAGE code information is current.
How to put together a competitive bid
For a power construction MATOC without a set-aside, focus on demonstrated technical competence and competitive pricing strategy:
Technical volume: Emphasize specific experience on transmission line, distribution system, or substation projects. Include quantifiable metrics such as circuit miles completed, voltage classes handled, outage rates, or schedule performance. The Corps of Engineers prioritizes projects delivered on time with minimal safety incidents.
Personnel qualifications: Identify key personnel with relevant credentials—professional engineers, journeyman linemen, project managers with federal construction experience, and safety officers with OSHA 30 or equivalent certifications.
Equipment and capacity: Document owned or readily available specialized equipment such as puller-tensioner sets, bucket trucks, trenchers, and live-line tools. For a MATOC, the government needs confidence you can respond quickly to task order solicitations.
Pricing strategy: MATOC competitions typically evaluate both ceiling rates and overall competitiveness. Analyze historical task order data from predecessor contracts if available. Build realistic escalation factors given the 2026-2027 timeframe and current electrical materials market volatility.
Past performance: Secure CPARS references or equivalent documentation from power utility clients, other Corps districts, or federal agencies. Weak or irrelevant past performance is a common discriminator in construction source selections.
Safety and quality: Highlight OSHA incident rates, safety programs, and any ISO or industry certifications specific to electrical construction.
Next steps
- Access the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number W912BU26RA032 to obtain the complete statement of work, evaluation criteria, proposal instructions, and any amendments
- Note the deadline: Proposals are due November 3, 2026 at 4:30 PM Eastern—verify whether this is receipt or submission deadline in the solicitation
- Confirm place of performance and any geographic limitations or zone requirements in the full document
- Review predecessor contract information if referenced, to understand typical task order scope and volume
- Register in SAM.gov immediately if not already active; allow several business days for processing
View the official notice on SAM.gov →