IDIQ for Design/Build Contract of the Geoscience, Environmental and Materials (GEMs) Computational Center Project

The U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Fossil Energy is previewing an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity contract for the design and construction of the Geoscience, Environmental and Materials Computational Center Project, targeting small businesses as the primary set-aside category. This procurement aims to secure qualified contractors capable of delivering a state-of-the-art computational facility to support advanced research in geoscience, environmental science, and materials science, with work expected to be performed at an unspecified location under the agency’s oversight. The North American Industry Classification System code 236220 indicates the project falls under commercial and institutional building construction, emphasizing the need for expertise in specialized facility development. The solicitation, forecasted for release in August 2026, is part of a broader initiative to enhance computational capabilities within the Department’s research infrastructure. Brian Halstead has been designated as the Small Business Program Manager for point of contact, indicating a focus on fostering small business participation and ensuring compliance with set-aside requirements. While the exact scope, estimated value, and timeline remain undefined in the forecast, interested firms should prepare for a competitive acquisition process involving design-build delivery methods and anticipate stringent technical and compliance requirements tied to federal construction standards for research facilities.