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RM16-1405 BUILDING 592 RENOVATIONS

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVFAC.NAVFAC ATLANTIC CMD.NAVFAC MID-ATLANTIC.NAVFACSYSCOM MID-ATLANTIC · Response deadline: Tue, 01 Dec 2026

What the government is buying

The Department of the Navy, through Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) Mid-Atlantic, is soliciting bids for Building 592 renovations at an installation in the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area. This is a construction services contract under NAICS code 236220, which covers Commercial and Institutional Building Construction—work that typically includes building alterations, remodeling, repairs, and improvements to existing structures rather than new ground-up construction.

For Navy renovation contracts of this type, work commonly encompasses structural modifications, mechanical/electrical/plumbing systems upgrades, interior finishes, and compliance with current building codes and Navy facility standards. The specific scope, including square footage, trades required, and any phased occupancy requirements, see the solicitation.

Key facts

Who can bid

This opportunity is restricted to current participants in the SBA 8(a) Business Development Program. Only certified 8(a) firms may bid; the contract will be awarded under FAR 19.8 procedures.

To qualify, your firm must:

• Hold active 8(a) certification with program authorization for the relevant NAICS code (236220)
• Meet applicable size standards for commercial construction ($47.5 million annual receipts for this NAICS)
• Be in good standing with no pending graduation or termination from the program

Joint ventures are allowable under 8(a) rules but require prior SBA approval. Mentor-protégé arrangements may also be permissible if properly structured.

How to put together a competitive bid

Bonding and financial capacity: Construction solicitations typically require performance and payment bonds. Contact your surety early—8(a) firms can access SBA bond guarantee programs if needed. Prepare financial statements demonstrating capacity for project cash flow.

Past performance documentation: NAVFAC evaluates construction experience rigorously. Compile relevant project profiles: Navy or federal renovation work, projects of comparable complexity in Philadelphia's urban environment, and work within secure military installations if applicable. Include CPARS references or contact information for prior government contracts.

Technical approach: Emphasize your methodology for working in an active military facility. Navy renovations often require security clearances for workers, after-hours work restrictions, and coordination with facility managers. Address see the solicitation for specific phasing, safety, and quality control requirements.

Pricing strategy: Review historical wage determinations for Philadelphia—this is likely Davis-Bacon Act work. Verify your ability to meet prevailing wage requirements and account for fringe benefits in your labor rates. Material escalation clauses and subcontractor quotes should be validated.

Small business subcontracting: While 8(a) set-asides have no formal subcontracting goals, demonstrate any meaningful supplier relationships, especially with SDVOSB or HUBZone construction firms if relevant to NAVFAC priority programs.

Next steps

Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number N4008527R0017. Review the Statement of Work, clauses, attachments, and any amendments posted after the initial November 4, 2026 notice date.

Critical deadline: Responses are due December 1, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time. Late submissions are inadmissible in federal procurement. Allow time for SAM.gov technical issues, required registration verification, and any final proposal revisions.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →