Presolicitation Notice-General Construction Multiple Award Task Order Contract/MATOC

SOL #: 1333ND26QNB190168Pre-Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

Commerce
National Institute Of Standards And Technology
DEPT OF COMMERCE NIST
GAITHERSBURG, MD, 20899, United States

Place of Performance

Gaithersburg, MD

NAICS

Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (236220)

PSC

Maintenance Of Office Buildings (Z1AA)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Timeline

1
Posted
Apr 17, 2026

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 National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has issued a Presolicitation Notice for a Multiple Award Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract for General Construction Services. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside aimed at renovating and modernizing facilities at the NIST campus in Gaithersburg, Maryland. The solicitation is anticipated to be posted on or about April 28, 2026.

Scope of Work

This IDIQ contract will provide general construction services for laboratory and administrative spaces, primarily focusing on mechanical construction. The total maximum quantity to be ordered is $9,900,000.00 over a four-year period. Individual task orders will range from $2,500.00 to $3,500,000.00.

Specific tasks may include, but are not limited to:

  • Fire alarm and suppression system installation/modification
  • Electrical equipment and distribution installation/modification
  • HVAC equipment, ductwork, and piping installation/modification
  • Plumbing systems installation/modification
  • Laboratory process gas distribution and storage installation/modification
  • Construction of laboratory cabinets, countertops, fume hoods, and exhaust systems
  • Exterior envelope modifications (masonry, glazing, foundations)
  • Door modifications, interior changes (metal/gypsum board, flooring, ceiling)
  • Site paving, concrete work, and site utilities construction

An initial task order, Task Order 0001, is outlined for exterior façade repairs of Building 202, including Phase 1 (Yellow Brick) and Phase 2 (Red Brick) work, to be completed within 365 calendar days after Notice to Proceed.

Contract & Timeline

  • Contract Type: Multiple Award Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ)
  • Duration: Not to exceed four (4) years
  • Total Maximum Value: $9,900,000.00
  • Task Order Range: $2,500.00 to $3,500,000.00
  • Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
  • NAICS Code: 238220, Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (Size Standard: $19.0M)
  • Anticipated Solicitation Posting: On or about April 28, 2026
  • Published Date: April 17, 2026

Performance Standards & Special Requirements

Contractors must comply with all applicable OSHA, state, and local safety regulations, providing a detailed, site-specific Safety Plan and necessary PPE. Compliance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive (HSPD)-12 is required, including background investigations and NIST identification badges for campus access. This is not a design-build contract; requirements will be designed by others. Work will be performed at the NIST Gaithersburg Campus, 100 Bureau Dr, Gaithersburg, MD 20899, during regular business hours (Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM – 7:00 PM EST).

Additional Notes

Inquiries regarding this presolicitation notice will not be responded to. A question and answer period will be held once the final solicitation is issued.

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