Design-Build Fire Rescue Station, Calarasi, Moldova

The U.S. Department of Defense, through the Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command Europe Africa Central, is pursuing a Design-Build contract for a new Fire Rescue Station in Calarasi, Moldova, under solicitation number N33191-26-R-0030. The scope of work includes the design and construction of a certified operational fire and rescue facility as defined by a Performance Technical Statement, with an optional scope covering additional infrastructure such as a pad-mounted generator, perimeter fence, sidewalks, additional pavement, and a water tank. The estimated contract value ranges between $500,000 and $1,000,000, though a typographical error in the upper bound is noted. The procurement is classified under NAICS code 236220 for commercial and institutional building construction. All work must be performed in Calarasi, Moldova, with the contractor fully responsible for securing all necessary professional licenses, permits, and regulatory approvals from local, regional, and national authorities, including those for construction activity, temporary utilities, storm water discharge, demolition, hauling, and communications. Environmental compliance is mandatory, and all coordination with governmental bodies rests solely with the offeror. Offerors must hold an active System for Award Management (SAM) registration, a valid Commercial and Governmental Entity (CAGE) or NATO Commercial and Governmental Entity (NCAGE) code, and a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), all of which must be explicitly reflected in proposals. Joint ventures are permitted but require a notarized legal agreement filed with the proposal, executed in the original language accompanied by a certified English translation. The JV agreement must remain irrevocable for at least one year after final government inspection and acceptance, and all members must be jointly and severally liable for contract performance. The agreement must detail each member’s responsibilities, signed corporate officials, and include a sworn statement attesting to compliance with applicable laws. Any change in JV composition requires a formal novation request under FAR 42.12. The solicitation is available electronically only via the PIEE solicitation module, with all amendments and notices posted there. The response deadline is August 14, 2026, and the contracting officer is Daniel Magrino, reachable through the FPO, AE office. While the pre-solicitation provides no detailed evaluation criteria or contract administration data, the structure anticipates performance-based delivery with full contractor responsibility for compliance, risk, and coordination in a foreign