MACC for DB/DBB new construction, renovation, alteration and repair for large general, industrial and waterfront construction projects primarily located at PNSY, Kittery ME and NNSY, Portsmouth VA in support of SIOP

This contract solicitation, identified as N6247026R0012 and issued by the Department of Defense's NAVFACSYSCOM Atlantic office, pertains to a multiple award construction contract (MACC) for design-bid-build (DB/DBB) new construction, renovation, alteration, and repair work focused primarily on large general, industrial, and waterfront projects at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY) in Kittery, Maine, and Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY), Portsmouth, Virginia. The work supports the Shore Installation Operations Program (SIOP) and includes a comprehensive scope of facility repairs, upgrades, and modernization efforts, especially exemplified by detailed specifications and drawings for the B60 Production Facility Repairs at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. The contract aims to fulfill a broad range of construction requirements encompassing structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical, fire suppression, and integrated automation systems, supported by stringent quality control and safety standards. Performance is scheduled to start 15 days after the Notice to Proceed with completion expected within approximately 548 days, and the contract contains multiple optional periods extending over several years. Evaluation of proposals will be made based on a best value tradeoff between price and several non-price factors that hold roughly equal weight, including corporate experience (construction and design), safety, management approach, schedule, and small business utilization, balanced against past performance. The solicitation mandates a minimum 20% subcontracting goal for small business participation across various socioeconomic categories and requires detailed subcontracting plans and commitments. Key personnel roles such as Project Manager, Superintendent, Site Safety and Health Officer, and Quality Control Manager must be direct hires of the prime contractor, with specific restrictions to ensure independence, particularly of the QC Manager. Contractors must comply with a gamut of federal, military, and local regulations, including USACE EM 385-1-1 and OSHA standards, and obtain government approval on sensitive or classified submittals. The contract administration employs electronic invoicing and payment procedures through the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system, with comprehensive inspection and acceptance requirements aligned with recognized codes such as ASME A17.1 and NETA ATS. All proposals must be submitted electronically through the Department of Defense’s Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) platform by the March 7, 2026 deadline, accompanied by required forms including small business utilization commitments and past performance data. Overall, this solicitation represents a complex and highly regulated procurement to support critical naval infrastructure upgrades within the Atlantic region.