Construction of a Consolidated Warehouse Facility at Radford Army Ammunition Plant

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Norfolk District is conducting market research via a Sources Sought Notice for a standalone Design-Build construction project to create a new Consolidated Warehouse Facility at the Radford Army Ammunition Plant in Radford, Virginia. This project, estimated to have a construction magnitude between 25 million and 100 million dollars, aims to replace eight structures damaged by Hurricane Helene flooding with a single facility sited outside the floodplain. The scope of work includes site preparation, utility connections, stormwater management, and the completion of a design based on a 15 percent package provided by the government. The final facility must have a minimum 25-year service life and incorporate specific safety and ergonomic features, such as exhaust fans for dust mitigation and fire doors between bays, while complying with National Environmental Protection Act regulations. The government anticipates issuing one Firm-Fixed Price contract in the second quarter of fiscal year 2027. Interested contractors under NAICS code 236220 must demonstrate experience in warehouse construction, federal Design-Build projects, and construction in karst areas. Key requirements for the future awardee include the submission of 100 percent payment and performance bonds within ten calendar days of award and a bid guarantee. Large businesses will be required to provide a small business subcontracting plan. For the current market research phase, interested firms must submit a capabilities statement of no more than six pages detailing their firm information, SAM.gov status, bonding capability, and past performance on up to five similar projects.