AUSA 2026 Exhibit BUILD

The contract titled AUSA 2026 Exhibit BUILD seeks a small business to design, construct, support, and dismantle an exhibit for the Association of the United States Army Annual Meeting and Exposition in Washington, D.C., scheduled for October 2026. The work must be performed entirely at the event location in the District of Columbia, with all phases of the project—from initial design through final tear down—required to meet federal standards and timelines. The solicitation is set aside exclusively for small businesses under the SBA’s Total Small Business Set-Aside authority, specifically targeting firms classified under NAICS code 561920 for other support services. The U.S. Department of Defense, through Washington Headquarters Services, is the contracting activity, with all inquiries and submissions directed to the primary point of contact, Courtney Taitt, at the provided email and phone number. Interested vendors must submit responses by the deadline of July 10, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time, following the instructions outlined in the solicitation number HQ003426QE148, which was posted on July 2, 2026. Proposals must demonstrate experience in managing complex event exhibits, compliance with federal construction and safety protocols, and the ability to execute logistical operations under strict deadlines in a high-profile federal environment. All work is to be completed on-site at the AUSA exposition venue without the possibility of off-site construction unless explicitly approved, and contractors must be prepared to provide full support throughout the duration of the event, including staffing, maintenance, and emergency response coordination. Submission must be made through the SAM.gov portal using the provided UI link.