Sources Sought Notice: Vehicle Maintenance Shop Construction, Kadena Air Base
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 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Japan District (POJ), is conducting a Sources Sought market survey to identify capable local sources for the Design-Bid-Build (DBB) construction of a Vehicle Maintenance Shop (VMS) at Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan. This project is estimated to be between $100,000,000 and $150,000,000. Responses are due by March 17, 2026, 2:00 P.M. Japan Standard Time (JST).
Scope of Work
This project involves the construction of a standard design Vehicle Maintenance Shop for the Army Air Defense Artillery (ADA). Key facilities include maintenance bays, a supply and support activity warehouse, organizational vehicle parking, organizational unit storage, and an oil storage building. The scope also encompasses special foundations, an intrusion detection system (IDS), connection to an energy monitoring and control system (EMCS), building information systems, and integrated fire protection systems. Significant civil works are required, as detailed in the draft specifications and drawings. Hazardous materials inspection reports indicate the presence of asbestos, lead-based paint, PCBs, mercury, and radioactive materials in existing buildings slated for demolition.
Key Requirements
This opportunity is exclusively for local sources physically located and licensed to conduct construction business in Japan. Firms must be registered with the Government of Japan for construction work and possess all necessary licenses and permits. The U.S. Government will not offer "United States Official Contractor" status or certify employees as "Members of the Civilian Component" under the US-Japan Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) to U.S. contractors normally resident in the United States. All interested companies, including joint ventures, must be registered in SAM.gov.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Survey (for a future Design-Bid-Build project)
- Estimated Project Range: $100,000,000 - $150,000,000
- Estimated Period of Performance: 1095 calendar days
- Response Due: March 17, 2026, 2:00 P.M. JST
- Anticipated RFP Issuance: On or around 1st Quarter FY27
- Anticipated Award: On or around 3rd Quarter FY27, based on a lowest priced, technically acceptable approach.
Submission Requirements
Interested firms are highly encouraged to submit a response using the attached "W912HV26Z0012 Market Survey Questions" document. The completed form must be emailed to Contracting Officer Valeria Fisher (valeria.fisher@usace.army.mil) and Contract Specialist Erica Stiner (erica.j.stiner@usace.army.mil) by the deadline. The market survey questions cover company information, capability, comparable project experience, feedback on draft documents, period of performance, CLIN structure recommendations, and licensing in Japan.
Additional Notes
This announcement is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a commitment for any follow-on announcements, solicitation, or award. The Government will not pay for information provided. Draft specifications, drawings, and plans are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change.