Aircraft Maintenance Hangar at CSL Comalapa, El Salvador
Overview
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Army, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Mobile District, is soliciting proposals for the Design-Build and Construction of an Aircraft Maintenance Hangar at CSL Comalapa, El Salvador. This unrestricted solicitation seeks a contractor to build a 2,800 m² hangar capable of supporting C-130 or P-8 aircraft, with an estimated construction cost between $25,000,000 and $35,000,000. Proposals are due by May 6, 2026, at 14:00 local time.
Scope of Work
The project involves the construction of a single-bay, 2,800 square-meter aircraft maintenance hangar, including a small administrative space and material/tool storage. Additional parking apron space will be constructed to accommodate temporary aircraft parking and provide swing space for the existing apron. The scope encompasses associated site work, incidental paving, and compliance with U.S. codes and standards, including Unified Facility Criteria (UFC) and Anti-Terrorist and Force Protection (AFTP) requirements. Coordination with U.S. and Host Nation military and civilian authorities is required.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price
- Estimated Construction Cost: $25,000,000 - $35,000,000
- Period of Performance: As indicated in Section 01 00 00 (Advance Notice stated 730 calendar days)
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted solicitation
- Product Service Code: Y1BZ (Construction Of Other Airfield Structures)
Key Requirements & Compliance
Offerors must comply with the new Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (referencing https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide) and be fully aware of its notable differences. This solicitation mandates Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 1 (Self) for all information systems used in performance that process, store, or transmit Federal Contract Information (FCI) or Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), as per DFARS 252.204-7021. Bidders must also adhere to the Safety and Health Requirements Manual (EM 385-1-1). Design firms that participated in the solicitation's preparation are not eligible as prime or subcontractors.
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals must be submitted electronically via the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) website no later than 14:00 hours local time on May 6, 2026. Emailed submissions are not permitted. Evaluation will follow a "Best Value" approach, with Past Performance (most important) and Technical Approach (second most important) combined being significantly more important than price. A site visit is scheduled for April 14, 2026, at 10:00 AM Local El Salvador time. Contact Rene Gil for details.
Technical Specifications
Detailed technical requirements are provided across multiple volumes, covering masonry, metals, wood, thermal/moisture protection, openings, finishes, specialties, special construction, fire suppression, plumbing, HVAC, integrated automation (cybersecurity for control systems), electrical, communications, electronic safety/security, earthwork, exterior improvements, utilities (fueling, water, sanitary, stormwater, POL, electrical distribution, telecommunications), and transportation (airfield grounding). Comprehensive construction plans and drawings for the Hangar and Ramp Expansion project are also included, detailing architectural, structural, civil, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, fire protection, and life safety systems.