DESIGN-BUILD (DB) BARRACKS INITIATIVE (PACKAGE #1), MARINE CORPS AIR STATION (MCAS) CHERRY POINT, NC
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 Navy, NAVFACSYSCOM MID-ATLANTIC, is soliciting proposals for a Design-Build (DB) Barracks Initiative (Package #1) at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point, NC. This project involves the demolition of five Bachelor Enlisted Quarters (BEQ) buildings and the construction of new billeting to support 1,440 personnel in 720 two-person rooms. The contract is an Unrestricted Firm-Fixed Price award with an estimated magnitude exceeding $500,000,000. Phase II proposals are due July 07, 2026, at 2:00 PM EDT.
Scope of Work
The project encompasses comprehensive Design-Build construction services, including:
- Demolition of five existing Bachelor Enlisted Quarters (BEQ) buildings.
- Construction of new BEQ facilities with 720 two-person rooms to house 1,440 personnel.
- Integration of community and service core areas (laundry, kitchens, admin offices, etc.) and a recreation shelter.
- Compliance with CMMC Level 1 requirements.
- Site improvements, utilities, and adherence to specific technical specifications.
- Hazardous materials assessment and abatement planning (Asbestos, Lead-Based Paint, PCBs).
- Geotechnical considerations based on site characterization reports.
- Brand name restriction for HVAC control systems to Johnson Controls International (JCI) Metasys.
Contract Details & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) Construction Contract.
- Magnitude: Over $500,000,000.
- NAICS Code: 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), Size Standard: $45,000,000.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (Full and Open Competition). Large businesses must submit an Individual Small Business Subcontracting Plan (Attachment G).
- Period of Performance: 15 calendar days for commencement, 1461 calendar days for completion.
- Anticipated Award: September 2026.
- Mandatory Site Visit: June 9, 2026, 11:00 AM local time at FEAD Cherry Point office, Building 87, MCAS Cherry Point. Sponsorship requests due by June 5, 2026, 10:00 AM local time.
- Phase II Proposal Due: July 07, 2026, 2:00 PM EDT.
Submission & Evaluation
This is a Two-Phase Design-Build procurement utilizing Best Value Source Selection (BVSS) with Trade-Off Procedures.
- Phase I Evaluation: Technical Approach, Corporate Experience, Past Performance, and Safety. Factor 1 (Technical Approach) is rated Acceptable/Unacceptable.
- Phase II Evaluation: Technical Solution, Small Business Utilization and Participation, and Price. Non-price factors (Factors 2-6) combined are significantly more important than price.
- Small Business Participation: All offerors must complete Attachment F (SBPCD) demonstrating a minimum of 20% total small business subcontracting. Attachment E for historical utilization is also required.
- Experience: Construction and design projects must be completed within 15 years of the RFP issuance date.
- Submission Method: Electronically via the PIEE platform.
- Financial Requirements: A bid bond (SF-24) of 20% of the total bid price or $3M (whichever is less) is required. A compensatory stipend of $200,000 will be provided to unsuccessful Phase II participants. Liquidated damages are set at $111,471.86 daily.
Important Notes
All prospective offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov). Questions should be directed to Brittany Cristelli at brittany.n.cristelli.civ@us.navy.mil.