SABER FY 27-32
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND.AIR FORCE LIFE CYCLE MANAGEMENT CENTER.FA8601 AFLCMC PZIO · Response deadline: Fri, 06 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
This opportunity is a SABER acquisition for fiscal years 2027–2032. SABER stands for Sustainable Base Energy and Resources, an Air Force indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract vehicle used for construction and engineering services at Air Force installations. Work under SABER contracts typically covers design-build projects, renovations, repairs, and minor construction with an emphasis on energy efficiency and sustainable infrastructure.
The contract is being competed as an 8(a) set-aside through the Department of the Air Force, specifically the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC). The broad five-year ordering period suggests this is a multiple-award contract intended to support recurring construction needs across Air Force facilities.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Air Force, Air Force Materiel Command, AFLCMC PZIO |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | FA860126R0019 |
| NAICS | 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) |
| Set-aside | 8(a) Set-Aside (FAR 19.8) |
| Response deadline | November 6, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. ET |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata; see the solicitation |
Who can bid
Only firms currently enrolled in the SBA's 8(a) Business Development Program may bid. Your 8(a) certification must be active and in good standing at the time of proposal submission and award. The NAICS code 236220 must appear in your SAM.gov profile, and your primary size standard determination must be small under the associated threshold.
Joint ventures are permitted under 8(a) rules if structured as an approved SBA joint venture or mentor-protégé arrangement. Non-8(a) firms may participate only as subcontractors, provided the 8(a) participant performs the applicable percentage of work required by regulation.
How to put together a competitive bid
SABER proposals typically emphasize past performance on similar military construction projects, particularly design-build delivery, energy-efficient construction, and work completed on Air Force or Department of Defense installations. Assemble projects with comparable scope, dollar value, and complexity to demonstrate capability.
Your technical approach should address rapid response capability—SABER task orders often have compressed schedules. Include your capacity to self-perform versus subcontract, your safety record (typically EMR and OSHA rates), and any LEED or energy-performance credentials.
For the 8(a) component, verify your Douglas factors narrative is current and compelling if required, and confirm your business plan aligns with competitive thresholds. Pricing strategy for IDIQ vehicles requires careful attention to ** ceilings, labor rates, and material escalation factors** over the five-year period; see the solicitation for specific pricing instructions.
Ensure your SAM.gov registration, small business certifications, and DUNS/UEI information are current—registration lapses are a common disqualifier.
Next steps
Review the complete solicitation package on SAM.gov using solicitation number FA860126R0019. The response deadline is November 6, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time—plan for system submission well before the cutoff. See the solicitation for specific place-of-performance details, evaluation criteria, anticipated award quantity, and any pre-proposal conference or site visit requirements.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →