Johnson Space Center Multiple Award Construction Contract (JMACC)

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (Amendment 0002) to Solicitation 80JSC026R0008 makes the following changes:

• Proposal Due Date Extension: The proposal due date has been extended from April 6, 2026, at 1:00 PM CST to April 14, 2026, at 1:00 PM CST. (Reference Section L.17.2)
• Incorporation of Questions and Answers: Questions and Answers received regarding the JMACC Request for Proposal (RFP) have been incorporated. (See pages 6-23 of the amendment for details).
• RFP Replacement: The entire RFP has been replaced. Refer to the Change Log on pages 2-5 of the amendment for a detailed list of changes.

Numerous sections of the RFP have been modified, including but not limited to:

• Volume Submission: The Model Contract is now to be submitted in Volume V (previously Volume III).

• Past Performance: Requirements for demonstrating past performance experience have been updated, including specific value thresholds and recency requirements.

• Bid Guarantee: The bid guarantee amount for the EA Phase 1A Task Order has been updated to 20% of the bid price or $3,000,000.00, whichever is less.

• Price Hold Period: The period for which offerors agree to hold prices has been reduced from 260 days to 90 days.

• Clauses: Several clauses have been updated or incorporated by reference.

• Attachments: Various attachments and DRDs have been added or updated.

• The proposal due date has been extended to April 14, 2026, at 1:00 PM CST.

• Bidders must ensure their proposals reflect all changes and updates detailed in the amendment, particularly regarding volume structure, past performance requirements, bid guarantee, and price hold periods.

• All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged unless specifically modified by this amendment.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment modifies the original solicitation by changing the due dates for:

• RFP Questions: The deadline for submitting questions has been extended from March 11, 2026, to March 16, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. CST. This change affects the cover letter and section L.8(b).
• Proposal Due Date: The proposal submission deadline has been extended from March 30, 2026, to April 6, 2026, at 1:00 P.M. CST. This change applies to the cover letter and section L.17.2(a).

• Cover Letter

• Section L.8(b) (Questions Regarding This Solicitation)

• Section L.17.2(a) (Proposal Arrangement, Page Limitations, Copies, and Due Dates)

• The deadline for submitting questions has been extended to March 16, 2026.

• The proposal submission deadline has been extended to April 6, 2026.

All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a presentation from a pre-proposal conference for the Johnson Space Center (JSC) Multiple Award Construction Contract (JMACC) and EA Phase 1A. It provides an overview of the procurement, key requirements, and submission process for a firm-fixed-price construction contract for a new facility, EA Phase 1A (B70), at JSC. The JMACC is an IDIQ contract vehicle for construction-related services at JSC and the White Sands Test Facility (WSTF).

• Construction of a new facility: EA Phase 1A (B70) at Johnson Space Center.

• The facility will be approximately 37,500 SF highbay machine shop supporting the Structural Engineering department.

• The contract includes a Base Bid and seven potential options:

  • Option 1: Outdoor Covered Storage
  • Option 2: Add Exterior Windows
  • Option 3: Add Landscaping
  • Option 4: Change Utility Connection Point
  • Option 5: Tree Mitigation
  • Option 6: Add Mezzanine
  • Option 7: Add Thickened Slab

• Contractors must submit proposals on all items.

• Work shall commence within 10 calendar days after Notice to Proceed (NTP) and be completed within 698 calendar days after NTP.

• Liquidated damages of $2,304.47 per calendar day for failure to complete work on time.

• Submission of a Site-Specific Safety & Health Plan (SSSHP) and a Quality Control Plan is required.

• No Government Furnished Property (GFP) is anticipated.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Multiple Award Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ).

• Period of Performance: April 27, 2026 – April 27, 2029 (excluding a 6-month option).

• IDIQ Guaranteed Minimum Quantity: $5,000.

• NTE Maximum Contract Total: $300,000,000.

• Estimated price range for EA Phase 1A is less than $35M (including Base and all options).

• Place of Performance: Primarily JSC and WSTF, but may include other NASA centers.

• Proposal Submission Deadline: March 30, 2026, 1:00 P.M. Central Standard Time.

• Proposals must be submitted via NASA's Enterprise File Sharing and Sync Box (EFSS Box).

• Offerors are encouraged to coordinate a test file submission at least 48 hours prior to the due date.

• Evaluation: Performance Price Tradeoff (PPTO) methodology, integrating price and past performance. Technical information is pass/fail.

• Key Proposal Components:

  • Fully Executed EA Phase 1A Model Task Order.
  • Technical Solutions (max 20 pages).
  • Summary Level Schedule.
  • Excel Pricing Form (for Base Bid and all seven options).
  • Bid Guarantee.

• Bonding Capacity: Minimum single project $40 million; minimum aggregate $300 million.

• Competition: Full and Open.

• Small Business Subcontracting Goals: 32.1% overall, with specific goals for Small Disadvantaged (5.0%), Women-Owned (3.9%), Veteran-Owned (7.5%), Service Disabled Veteran-Owned (6.1%), and HUBZone (4.3%) businesses.

• Only IDIQ awardees are eligible for the EA Phase 1A Task Order.

• Questions and comments regarding the RFP are due by March 11, 2026, 9:00 A.M. CST.

• Answers to questions will be provided in writing as an RFP amendment and are considered OFFICIAL. Answers given at the pre-proposal conference are non-binding.

• The RFP and amendments take precedence over this conference presentation.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation (RFP No. 80JSC026R0008) is for a Multiple Award, Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract vehicle for construction, revitalization, recapitalization, and infrastructure improvement projects at NASA's Johnson Space Center (JSC) and White Sands Test Facility (WSTF). The JMACC aims to be a flexible vehicle to support mission-critical facility needs.

The scope of work includes, but is not limited to:

• General construction

• Alteration, modification, and renovation of existing facilities

• Maintenance and repair of buildings and infrastructure

• Demolition of structures and facilities

• Design-build services

• New construction of buildings, facilities, and real property

• Contract Type: Multiple Award, Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) with Firm-Fixed Price task orders.

• Period of Performance: 3-year base period, with option periods.

• Estimated Value: Minimum order $5,000; Maximum ordering limit $300,000,000.00.

• NAICS Code: 236210 (Industrial Building Construction)

• Small Business Size Standard: $45 million

• Proposal Submission Deadline: March 30, 2026, 1:00 P.M. Central Time.

• Submission Method: NASA's Enterprise File Sharing and Sync Box (EFSS Box).

• Evaluation: The procurement will use a combination of technically acceptable baseline requirements and tradeoff of past performance and price. Past Performance is significantly more important than price.

• Initial Task Order: An initial Task Order (EA Phase 1A) will be awarded to the IDIQ holder representing the best value. This task order is estimated to be below $35M.

• This acquisition is conducted as a full and open competition.

• Small business subcontracting goals are set at 32.1% of the total contract value.

• A preproposal/pre-bid conference and Site Visit is scheduled for March 9, 2026.

• Offerors must disclose any intent to use Artificial Intelligence (AI) in contract performance.

• Kahua is the required project management software, provided by the Government.

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

To construct a new Applied Spaceflight Fabrication Facility (ASFF) as part of the EA Consolidation Phase 1A project, consolidating Structural Engineering Division (ES) machining capabilities.

• Construction of a new approximately 37,625 gross square foot, 42 ft tall high bay industrial manufacturing facility.

• Facility to support manufacturing equipment for various large and small components.

• Site cast concrete composite tilt-wall panels with concrete slabs on-grade, and drilled shaft deep foundations.

• Subsurface utility extension to connect to existing JSC utility tunnel.

• Grade build-up for Category 3 storm surge protection.

• Installation of a 5-ton bridge crane and a 20-ton bridge crane.

• Exterior to feature insulated tilt-wall concrete panels consistent with existing Center aesthetics.

• Design for Green Building Initiative's Green Globes Certification (two Green Globes target).

• Interior column bays arranged to minimize columns and provide clear working bays.

• Building foundations and columns sized to accommodate a future mezzanine structure.

• Restriping of select portions of adjacent parking lots for service and emergency vehicle access and handicapped parking.

• The document indicates this is Phase 1A of a multi-phase, 20-25 year consolidation plan. Specific contract period of performance is not detailed in this document.

• Location: South of Avenue D and east of 2nd Street, adjacent to existing parking lots and near the Center's main entry within the JSC Historic District.

• Historic Preservation considerations for exterior design.

• Compliance with Green Globes Certification requirements.

• Accommodate specific machining equipment loads with varied concrete slab thicknesses.

• Relocation of an underground fire water line.

• Removal of existing trees on the site.

Statement of Work (SOW)

This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for the Johnson Space Center (JSC) Multiple Award Construction Contract (JMACC). The JMACC is an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract vehicle designed to support a broad range of construction-related services at NASA's Johnson Space Center (JSC) in Houston, Texas, and the White Sands Test Facility (WSTF) in Las Cruces, New Mexico.

The JMACC covers various construction services, including but not limited to:

• General construction

• Alteration, modification, and renovation of existing facilities

• Maintenance and repair of buildings and infrastructure

• Demolition of structures and facilities

• Design-build services

• New construction of buildings, facilities, and real property

• The contract is structured as a Multiple Award IDIQ, potentially awarding to fewer or more than four contractors.

• The total ordering value is estimated between $5,000 and $300,000,000 over the contract's life.

• The assigned NAICS Code is 236210 – Industrial Building Construction, with a small business size standard of $45.0 million in average annual receipts.

• The overall contract includes a base period of three (3) years, with potential option periods.

• Work must comply with federal, state, and local laws, NASA/JSC construction standards, and specific task order requirements.

• Applicable codes include IBC, NEC, OSHA, NFPA, and ADA.

• Contractors must ensure work is completed safely, timely, and professionally, maintaining a clean and secure job site.

• Coordination with Government personnel to minimize disruption is required.

• Environmental protection requirements and proper hazardous material disposal must be followed.

• As-built drawings, warranties, and O&M manuals are required.

• Contractors must be capable of managing multiple concurrent task orders.

• Compliance with all NASA and JSC/WSTF security protocols, including background checks, badging, escort procedures, protection of Government property, adherence to ITAR, and reporting of security incidents.

• Kahua is the required project management software. Software and licenses will be provided by the Government.

• Mandatory training on Kahua is required for Project Managers, Schedulers, and Document Controllers.

• All project activities must be conducted within Kahua, including RFIs, submittals, punch lists, schedules, change orders, design reviews, and progress payments.

Deliverables, defined per Task Order, may include construction schedules, design documents, as-built drawings, progress reports, safety plans, LEED documentation, BIM models, commissioning reports, security plans, and final inspection documentation.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the evaluation factors for award for the JMACC opportunity. It details how proposals will be assessed to determine the best value to the Government.

Proposals must meet all solicitation requirements, including terms and conditions, representations and certifications, and technical requirements.

• The procurement will utilize the Performance Price Trade Off (PPTO) method.
• Multiple awards are anticipated.
• The initial task order is for CLIN 0001 EA Phase 1.

Proposals will be evaluated in two stages:

1. Technical Acceptability (Pass/Fail): Based on:
   • Active SAM registration.
   • Complete Representations & Certifications.
   • Required bonding capacity ($40 million single, $300 million aggregate).
   • Submission of a Small Business Subcontracting Plan (for large businesses).
   • A Project Schedule meeting or exceeding Government requirements (unrealistic schedules may be a technical risk).
   • Proposed price for CLIN 0001 within 10% of the Independent Government Cost Estimate (IGCE) (significant variance may be a technical risk).
   • A Capabilities Document (informational only, not evaluated, but used for responsibility determination and understanding organizational capacity).
   • Technical proposals are not required and will not be evaluated.
2. Evaluation Factors for Award (for Technically Acceptable proposals):
   • Factor 1 - Price: Least important factor. Offerors may propose price discounts for early completion milestones, which must be clearly defined, verifiable, and based on a realistic schedule. Discounts will be included in the evaluated price if the schedule is deemed realistic.
   • Factor 2 - Past Performance: Significantly more important than price. Assessed for recency (within 3 years), relevancy (projects >$35 million in value, similar size, scope, and complexity), and performance quality (technical, schedule, cost control, safety, management, small business subcontracting). A confidence rating (Very High to Very Low) will be assigned. Past performance on projects exceeding $35 million will be assessed for pertinence levels (Very Highly Pertinent to Not Pertinent).

• Offerors must be deemed responsible under RFO Part 9.

• A Small Business Subcontracting Plan is required for large businesses.

• Only IDIQ awardees are eligible for the initial task order.

• The Government may award fewer or more than four (4) IDIQ contracts.

• The Source Selection Authority (SSA) will make the final award decision.

• The anticipated benefits of a higher-priced proposal must justify the price premium.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a memorandum from Terracon Consultants, Inc. to RS&H Architects-Engineers-Planners, Inc. dated September 17, 2025. It provides design recommendations for a cast-in-place retaining wall as part of the NASA JSC EA Ph1a project. The memo details wall layout, geometries, shallow footing design parameters, construction considerations, lateral earth pressures, and subsurface drainage recommendations.

This document provides critical geotechnical and design parameters for a retaining wall. Bidders involved in civil construction, specifically those bidding on projects requiring retaining walls, will find this information essential for understanding the project's technical specifications. Key details include:

• Wall Dimensions: Approximately 400 ft long, with a maximum height of about 8 feet.
• Footing Design: Recommendations for minimum embedment depth, allowable bearing pressure (1,500 psf), and estimated settlement.
• Soil Parameters: Guidance on allowable bearing pressure, post-construction settlement, and allowable frictional resistance for native clay soils.
• Construction Considerations: Requirements for excavation, minimizing disturbance, and timely concrete placement.
• Lateral Earth Pressures: Coefficients for active and at-rest earth pressure conditions, crucial for structural design.
• Backfill & Drainage: Specifications for backfill compaction (95% Standard Proctor) and recommendations for subsurface drainage systems to prevent hydrostatic loading.

Other / Unclassified

This document is an "Additional Geotechnical Engineering Recommendations" report from Terracon, dated May 2, 2025, for the NASA Engineering Consolidation Phase 1A project in Houston, Texas. It provides supplemental geotechnical information related to proposed underground utilities, building upon a previous report (Terracon Project No. 91135100 dated March 29, 2024).

The report details subsurface conditions based on two new borings (C-01 and C-02), including soil layers (pavement, fat clay, sandy lean clay, clayey sand, silty sand) and groundwater observations. It offers recommendations for temporary groundwater control, excavation considerations (including OSHA standards for slopes and shoring), uplift pressures, lateral earth pressures, utility bedding, and utility backfill.

Key findings include:

• Two borings (C-01 at 15 ft, C-02 at 30 ft) were drilled.
• Groundwater was observed at approximately 10.5 ft in Boring C-02.
• Excavations extending below 10 ft may require dewatering, potentially using well-points or eductors.
• Excavations require adherence to OSHA standards for safety, with specific slope recommendations based on soil type.
• Recommendations are provided for managing uplift and lateral earth pressures, as well as for utility bedding and backfill materials (including cement-stabilized sand in paved areas).

This report is crucial for contractors involved in the installation of underground utilities for the NASA Engineering Consolidation Phase 1A project. It provides essential geotechnical data and recommendations that directly impact construction methods, safety protocols, and material selection for excavation, dewatering, and backfilling. Bidders should review these recommendations to understand the subsurface challenges and requirements for this phase of the project.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Geotechnical Engineering Report prepared by Terracon for the NASA Engineering Consolidation Phase 1A project in Houston, Texas. It details the findings of subsurface exploration, including soil conditions, groundwater, and provides recommendations for earthwork, deep foundations, floor slabs, and pavements.

This report is crucial for any bidder involved in the construction of the NASA Engineering Consolidation Phase 1A project. It provides essential geotechnical data and recommendations that will directly impact design and construction methodologies. Key information includes:

• Subsurface Conditions: Details on soil layers (clay, sand), their characteristics (stiff, dense), and their depths.
• Earthwork Recommendations: Guidance on site preparation, subgrade preparation (including removal and replacement of soils), fill material types, and compaction requirements.
• Foundation Design: Recommendations for deep foundations, specifically drilled straight shafts, including design parameters for skin friction and end bearing.
• Floor Slab Design: Information on subgrade preparation to mitigate expansive soil potential and estimated modulus of subgrade reaction.
• Pavement Design: Recommendations for asphalt and concrete pavement sections, including thickness, base material, and subgrade treatment.
• Site Specifics: Location of the project, site conditions, and exploration methods used (borings and CPTs).

Understanding these geotechnical aspects is vital for accurate bidding, project planning, and ensuring the structural integrity and longevity of the proposed construction.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a pre-solicitation notice for the NASA Johnson Space Center Multiple Award Construction Contract (JMACC). The acquisition aims to establish a Multiple Award, Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract vehicle to support a wide range of construction-related services at NASA Johnson Space Center (JSC) and the White Sands Test Facility (WSTF). Funding for these efforts is provided by the Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R.1) for center infrastructure improvements. The JMACC will facilitate the rapid and flexible execution of construction, revitalization, recapitalization, and infrastructure improvement projects.

The scope of work under the JMACC includes, but is not limited to:

• General construction

• Alteration, modification, and renovation of existing facilities

• Maintenance and repair of buildings and infrastructure

• Demolition of structures and facilities

• Design-build services

• New construction of buildings, facilities, and real property

• Contract Type: Multiple Award IDIQ (potentially more than four IDIQ contracts if in the Government's best interest).

• Estimated Ordering Value: Minimum $5,000 – Maximum $300,000,000.

• Period of Performance: 3-Year Base + Option to Extend Services for 6 Months.

• Evaluation Approach: Awards will be made using a Best Value Performance Price Trade-Off (PPTO) process. Technical Acceptability will be evaluated on a Pass/Fail basis. Evaluation factors are Price and Past Performance, with Past Performance being significantly more important than Price.

• Anticipated Solicitation Release Date: February 6, 2026.

• Proposal Due Date: March 2, 2026.

• Set-Aside: N/A - Unrestricted Full and Open.

• This notice is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. No proposals are being requested at this time.

• A pre-proposal conference and Site Visit may be scheduled; details will be provided in the solicitation.

• The "Engineering Consolidation, Phase 1A" is identified as the "Seed project" for JMACC and will be used as the basis for evaluations.

• Point of Contact: William Long (william.r.long@nasa.gov).

• Numerous attachments are referenced, including draft SOW, evaluation factors, and geotechnical reports.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document comprises the "Sheet Index" and detailed architectural and engineering drawings for the "Engineering Consolidation Phase 1A, Building 70 - Applied Spaceflight Fabrication Facility" project at NASA's Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center. It serves as a comprehensive table of contents and technical specification for the construction documents.

• Sheet Index: Lists all drawing sheets by division (General, Civil, Structural, Architectural, Mechanical, Electrical) with sheet numbers and titles. Indicates "Issued for Construction" date as 11/24/2025.
• Structural Drawings (S-70 Series): Includes plans, sections, and details for framing, foundations, slabs, and retaining walls.
• Architectural Drawings (A-70 Series): Covers site plans, floor/roof plans, elevations, sections, wall details, exterior glazing, canopies, doors, laboratory casework, partitions, and schedules.
• First Floor Plans: Details equipment layouts (CNC machinery, EDMs, lathes, etc.), finishes, fire alarm, hazard classification, fire protection, and HVAC.
• Mechanical Details: Specifics on piping, valves, pumps, and equipment.
• Electrical Plans & Details: Site, lighting, power, equipment plans, one-line diagrams, panel schedules, and grounding details.
• Telecommunications Plans & Details: Site plans, riser diagrams, and voice/data cabling details.
• Security Systems: Device legends, one-line diagrams for access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, and camera schedules.
• General Notes & Legends: Extensive notes, keyed notes, legends, and abbreviations clarify design intent and installation requirements.

This document is critical for bidders to understand the full scope of work for Building 70. It provides the necessary technical specifications, visual representations, and detailed layouts for all structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, telecommunications, and security systems. Thorough review is essential for accurate cost estimation, proposal development, and planning for project execution.