A&E Services NSWCDD

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for a single award Indefinite Delivery-Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for multi-discipline Architect-Engineering (A-E) services. These services will support various projects at Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD), Wallops Island, VA, the Naval Observatory (Washington D.C.), and Pumpkin Neck Annex (King George, VA). The contract will cover planning and design for new construction, renovation, repair, replacement, demolition, alteration, and improvement of facility/infrastructure projects.

Services may include structural, civil, mechanical, electrical, architectural, planning, environmental, fire protection, cost estimating, and geotechnical disciplines. Specific tasks include facility planning, development of Design-Bid-Build (DBB) and Design-Build (DB) packages, cost estimating, condition assessments, field investigations (including utility and geotechnical), surveying, engineering evaluations, sustainable design practices, consultations, energy computations, soil borings, permit acquisition, environmental investigations, review of contractor submittals, field consultation during construction, commissioning support, Operation and Maintenance Support Information (OMSI), as-built drawing preparation, and Facility Data Planning Management Services (Archibus).

• Contract Type: IDIQ with Firm-Fixed-Price Task Orders.

• Ordering Period: Single five-year period.

• Maximum Value: Not to exceed $23,355,018.

• Guaranteed Minimum: $500 (satisfied by initial task order).

• Estimated Award Date: January 2027.

• Submission Method: Email of completed SF 330 package.

• Submission Deadline: April 6, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST.

• Evaluation Criteria: Factor 1 (Technical - including Specialized Experience, Professional Qualifications, Quality Control, Program Management, Firm Location, Volume of Work) and Factor 2 (Past Performance).

• Set-Aside: Small Business Set-aside.

• NAICS Code: 541310 (Architectural Services), Size Standard: $12,500,000.

• Licensing: Firms must be registered and licensed in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C.

• Key Personnel: Must be U.S. citizens.

• Conflict of Interest: Firms cannot provide construction services for contracts they designed.

• This is not a Request for Proposal (RFP).

• All information is contained within this document; no separate RFP package.

• Registration in SAM.gov is required prior to award.

• Attachments referenced: Performance Work Statement (PWS), Key Personnel Labor Qualifications, CDRLs.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides clarifications and answers to vendor questions regarding Solicitation Number N00178-26-R-3105.

• Incumbent/Contract Number: The incumbent contract number is MTFA N0017822D4400.
• PPQs vs. CPARs: Project Performance Questionnaires (PPQs) are acceptable in lieu of CPAR evaluations.
• NAICS Code: The solicitation is under NAICS Code 541310 (Architectural Services). Engineering firms under NAICS Code 541330 (Engineering Services) may be accepted as prime consultants, provided they qualify as a small business under the solicitation's NAICS code.
• Resume Disciplines: A Senior MEP Engineer is not required if Mechanical and Electrical engineers are listed.
• Solicitation Number: The correct solicitation number is N00178-26-R-3105.
• DUNS vs. UEI: Vendors should provide their Unique Entity Identification (UEI) instead of a DUNS number where required.
• Additional Disciplines: Only disciplines required by Sections L & M will be evaluated.
• Small Business Subcontracting Plan: A draft Small Business Subcontracting plan is not required for this small business set-aside.
• Past Performance: PBS Past Performance Questionnaires are acceptable.
• Due Date: The closing date has been updated to April 06, 2026.
• Page Limits: Copies of CPARs and PPQs are excluded from the 100-page limit for Part I.

Several key aspects of the solicitation have been clarified or updated, including the solicitation number, acceptable forms of past performance documentation, the use of UEI instead of DUNS, and the final due date.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a synopsis for a single-award Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for multi-discipline Architect-Engineering (A-E) services. The services will support projects at the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD), Wallops Island, VA, the Naval Observatory (Washington D.C.), and Pumpkin Neck (King George, VA). The contract will cover planning and design for new construction, renovation, repair, replacement, demolition, alteration, and improvement of facility/infrastructure projects.

The scope of A-E services includes, but is not limited to:

• Facility planning and project development (master plans, project/site plans).

• Development of Design-Bid-Build (DBB) packages (drawings and specifications).

• Development of Design-Build (DB) Request for Proposal (RFP) packages.

• Preparation of cost estimates.

• Development of alternatives and economic analysis.

• Condition assessments and field investigations (including utility and geotechnical).

• Surveying and mapping.

• Preparation of engineering evaluations.

• Incorporation of sustainable engineering design practices.

• Consultations.

• Energy computations.

• Soil borings.

• Obtaining permits and regulatory approvals.

• Environmental investigation and consultation.

• Review of Contractor submittals.

• Field consultation and inspection during construction.

• Commissioning support.

• Operation and Maintenance Support Information (OMSI).

• As-built drawing preparation.

• Functional Analysis Concept Development (FACD) and design charrettes.

• Facility Data Planning Management Services (Archibus).

• Contract Type: Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)

• Period of Performance: Single five-year ordering period.

• Maximum Contract Value: Not to exceed $23,355,018.

• Guaranteed Minimum: $500 (satisfied by initial task order).

• Task Orders: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP).

• Fee Limitation: Not to exceed 6% of the estimated construction cost.

• Submission Method: Completed SF 330 package via email to the Contracting Officer and Contract Specialist.

• Submission Deadline: April 5, 2026, at 2:00 pm (EST).

• Inquiries Due: Fourteen (14) days after posting.

• Evaluation Criteria: Firms will be evaluated on technical factors (specialized experience, professional qualifications, quality control, program management, firm location) and past performance.

• This procurement is a Small Business Set-aside.

• NAICS Code: 541310, Architectural Services.

• Small Business Size Standard: $12,500,000.

• Firms must be registered and licensed architectural and/or engineering firms in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C.

• Key personnel, including consultants, must be U.S. citizens.

• Firms cannot provide both design and construction services for the same contract.

• This is a synopsis, not a Request for Proposal (RFP).

• Attachments include: Performance Work Statement (PWS), Key Personnel Labor Qualifications, and CDRLs.

• Registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) Database is required prior to award.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Standard Form 330 (SF330), "Architect-Engineer Qualifications." It is used by federal agencies to obtain information from architect-engineer (A-E) firms regarding their professional qualifications for A-E contracts. The form is used to select firms based on demonstrated competence and professional qualifications, followed by contract negotiation.

Part I - Contract-Specific Qualifications:

• Section A: Contract Information: Details about the specific contract, including title, location, public notice date, and solicitation/project number.
• Section B: Architect-Engineer Point of Contact: Contact information for the firm's representative.
• Section C: Proposed Team: Information on the prime contractor and key subcontractors, including firm name, address, and role.
• Section D: Organizational Chart: A visual representation of the proposed team structure.
• Section E: Resumes of Key Personnel: Detailed qualifications for individuals who will have major contract responsibilities or unique expertise.
• Section F: Example Projects: Descriptions of projects that best illustrate the proposed team's qualifications for the specific contract.

Part II - General Qualifications:

• Used for general firm qualifications or for specific branch offices. Includes information on firm ownership, small business status, employee disciplines, firm experience, and annual revenue.

This form is essential for any A-E firm seeking to bid on federal contracts requiring architectural or engineering services. Bidders must accurately and comprehensively complete this form to demonstrate their qualifications, team capabilities, and relevant project experience to the contracting agency. It serves as the primary basis for evaluation and selection.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for Architect-Engineering (A-E) design services to support various projects at multiple Naval facilities, including NSWCDD Dahlgren Division, Naval Observatory, and Pumpkin Neck.

• Provide multi-discipline A-E services for planning, design, renovation, repair, replacement, demolition, alteration, and improvement of facility/infrastructure projects.

• Services encompass a wide range of disciplines including structural, civil, mechanical, electrical, architectural, planning, environmental, fire protection, cost estimating, and geotechnical.

• Specific project types include building renovations, additions, site work, new construction, roads, parking areas, bridges, foundations, retaining walls, failure investigations, seismic evaluations, progressive collapse analysis, blast resistant design, utility systems (sanitary, storm, water management, erosion control), earthwork, surveying, pavement design, civil engineering studies, and HVAC design.

• Tasking will be provided through individual Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Task Orders (TOs).

• The IDIQ contract will be for a single five-year ordering period.

• Projects are located at the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD), Wallops Island, VA; the Naval Observatory (Washington D.C.); and Pumpkin Neck (King George, VA).

• Services must comply with 40 United States Code (USC) Chapter 11, Selection of Architects and Engineers, and FAR Subpart 36.6.

• All work must comply with applicable government plans, standards, policies, and processes, including DoD Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC).

• Contractors must provide qualified personnel, including a Program Manager with at least 10 years of experience, and maintain necessary trade certifications.

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and special equipment are required.

• Compliance with safety regulations (NSWCDD, DON, DOD) and environmental/hazardous materials handling is mandatory.

• Specific disciplines for Key Personnel are defined (Project Manager, Senior Architect, Senior Civil Engineer, etc.).

• Portable Electronic Devices (PEDs) policies and Operations Security (OPSEC) concepts must be followed.

• Privacy training is mandatory.

• Contractor personnel require identification badges for access to Government property.

• Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) items include Personnel Roster, Status Reports, Design Data, and Cost Proposals.

• Cost estimates must use MCACES MII, and specifications must be prepared in SPECSINTACT.

• Drawings must be prepared in AutoCAD (2016 or higher) or BIM modeling, and delivered in PDF format, electronically signed.

• Construction Wage Determinations will be site-specific.

• Hazardous Material Management Plans (HMMP) are required.

• Electronic Cost Reporting and Financial Tracking (eCRAFT) system reporting is required.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a synopsis for an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for multi-discipline Architect-Engineering (A-E) services. The services will support various projects at the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD), Wallops Island, VA, the Naval Observatory (Washington D.C.), and the Pumpkin Neck Annex Experimental Area in King George, VA. The contract aims to procure A-E design services for new construction, renovation, repair, replacement, demolition, alteration, and improvement of facility/infrastructure projects.

Services encompass a wide range of A-E disciplines including structural, civil, mechanical, electrical, architectural, planning, environmental, fire protection, cost estimating, and geotechnical services. Specific tasks may include:

• Facility planning and project development (master plans, project/site plans).

• Development of Design-Bid-Build (DBB) packages (drawings and specifications).

• Development of Design-Build (DB) Request for Proposal (RFP) packages.

• Preparation of cost estimates.

• Development of alternative design solutions and economic analysis.

• Condition assessments and field investigations (including utility and geotechnical).

• Surveying and mapping.

• Engineering evaluations.

• Incorporation of sustainable engineering design practices.

• Consultations.

• Energy computations.

• Soil borings.

• Obtaining permits and regulatory approvals.

• Environmental investigation and consultation.

• Review of contractor submittals.

• Field consultation and inspection during construction.

• Commissioning support.

• Operation and Maintenance Support Information (OMSI).

• As-built drawing preparation.

• Functional Analysis Concept Development (FACD) and design charrettes.

• Facility Data Planning Management Services (Archibus).

• Contract Type: Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)

• Period of Performance: Single five-year ordering period.

• Maximum Contract Value: $23,355,018

• Guaranteed Minimum: $500 (satisfied by initial task order).

• Task Orders: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP).

• Estimated Award Date: January 2027.

• Submission Method: Completed SF 330 package submitted via email.

• Submission Deadline: April 3, 2026, 2:00 PM (EST).

• Evaluation Criteria: Firms will be evaluated based on Technical (Specialized Experience, Professional Qualifications, Quality Control, Program Management, Firm Location, Volume of Work) and Past Performance.

• Key Personnel: Must include Project Manager, Senior Architect, Senior Civil Engineer, Senior Structural Engineer, Senior Mechanical Engineer, Senior Electrical Engineer, Senior Quality Control Manager, and Senior Fire Protection Engineer (licensed).

• This contract is solicited as a Small Business Set-aside.

• NAICS Code: 541310, Architectural Services.

• Small Business Size Standard: $12,500,000.

• Firms must be registered and licensed architectural and/or engineering firms in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C.

• This is a synopsis, not a Request for Proposal (RFP).

• No separate RFP package is available for download.

• All information for interested parties is contained within this synopsis.

• Registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) Database is required prior to award.

• Joint ventures must submit a copy of their joint venture agreement.

• SF 254/SF 255 will not be reviewed or considered.