N33191-26-R-0032 D-B Maritime Center of Excellence Phase III Tunisia

Solicitation N33191-26-R-0032 is a design-build project for the Maritime Center of Excellence Phase III located at the Tunisia Navy Base in Bizerte, Tunisia. Managed by NAVFACSYSCOM Europe Africa Central, the project has an estimated value between 1,000,000 and 5,000,000 dollars. The scope of work is divided into design and construction phases and includes the delivery of a steel-framed rappelling tower and a helicopter landing zone with a reinforced concrete pad designed for UH-60M Black Hawk aircraft. Additionally, the solicitation includes two optional items: a vehicle and equipment boat storage facility and a boat launch slipway with a small floating dock. The total period of performance is 600 calendar days, with work required to commence within 10 days of award. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the PIEE Solicitation Module by September 14, 2026, at 1500 CEST. Award will be based on a cost efficiency ratio, evaluating price alongside technical approach, corporate experience, safety, and past performance. To be eligible, offerors must maintain active SAM registration, possess a CAGE or NCAGE code, and register with the Joint Contingency Contracting System for work within the AFRICOM area of responsibility. Contractors and designers must be licensed to practice in Tunisia and comply with local architectural and engineering codes. Payment will be processed through the Wide Area WorkFlow system, and the contractor is required to provide performance and payment bonds. Final acceptance of the project requires joint approval from the NAVFAC COR and the beneficiary, supported by an official Acceptance Act from Tunisian government authorities.