Design-Build Fire Rescue Station, Calarasi, Moldova

The U.S. Department of Defense, through Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command Europe Africa Central, is initiating a pre-solicitation for the design-build construction of a new Fire Rescue Station in Calarasi, Moldova, under solicitation number N33191-26-R-0030. The primary scope of work requires the contractor to design and build a fully operational and certified fire rescue facility in accordance with a Performance Technical Statement, with an optional secondary scope including a pad-mounted generator, additional pavement, a perimeter fence, sidewalks, and a water tank. The estimated contract value ranges between $500,000 and $1,000,000, using NAICS code 236220 for construction of commercial buildings. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management with an active Unique Entity Identifier and a valid CAGE or NCAGE code, which must be clearly included on all proposals. All work must be performed in Calarasi, Moldova, and contractors are fully responsible for securing all local, regional, and national permits related to construction, demolition, stormwater discharge, temporary utilities, road improvements, communications, and waste hauling, as well as paying all associated fees. Compliance with environmental regulations and coordination with local authorities are mandatory responsibilities of the offeror, who must also obtain any professional certifications or licenses required by Moldovan law. For joint ventures, a notarized legal agreement must be submitted in its original language with a certified English translation, stating that all members are jointly and severally liable for contract performance; this agreement must remain irrevocable for one year after final government inspection and acceptance. Any changes to joint venture composition require a novation agreement per FAR 42.12. The solicitation will be issued electronically via the PIEE module, and all notices or amendments will be posted there exclusively. The point of contact is Daniel Magrino, Contracting Officer, located at FPO, AE. The solicitation posting is expected no earlier than July 17, 2026, with a response deadline of August 14, 2026.