FY25 DHA SRM FACILITY REPAIRS, BUILDING 1585, YOKOTA AIR BASE, JAPAN

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Japan District has announced an upcoming construction project at Yokota Air Base, Japan, involving repairs and modernization of Building 1585, specifically targeting the DHA SRM Facility. The project, estimated to cost between 1 billion and 2.5 billion Japanese Yen, will focus on replacing and repairing the HVAC system, including the chiller, air handling units, and variable air volume boxes. Additionally, the project entails a significant reconfiguration of the sterile processing department, moving it from the second to the first floor and establishing a new layout to standardize decontamination, sterile assembly, and storage areas. The construction will follow a design-bid-build approach, with the government planning to issue an Invitation for Bid (IFB) in March 2025, aiming for a firm-fixed-price contract awarded to a qualified local source. Eligibility for bidding is restricted to local sources physically located in Japan, with the requirement that bidders possess valid Japanese civil or architectural construction licenses verified through the MLIT website. Bidders must be authorized to operate construction businesses in Japan and comply with all local laws and standards. The solicitation will include site visit details, RFI instructions, and bid submission procedures, all posted on SAM.gov. Interested firms are responsible for monitoring the site for updates. The contract will be awarded solely to qualified local companies, and U.S. firms residing outside Japan will not be eligible for contractor status under the US-Japan SOFA. The project aims to enhance facility functionality and compliance while ensuring that bidding and project execution adhere strictly to Japanese regulations and licensing requirements.