Sources Sought Announcement for Design-Bid-Build (DBB) Construction of KAF F-18 Super Hornet Program, Procurement E
ID: W912ER25R0010Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW31R ENDIS MIDDLE EASTWINCHESTER, VA, 22604-1450, USA

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Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (236220)

PSC

CONSTRUCTION OF MISCELLANEOUS BUILDINGS (Y1JZ)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, is conducting a Sources Sought Announcement for the Design-Bid-Build (DBB) construction of support facilities for the Kuwait Air Force F-18 Super Hornet Program at Al Jaber Air Base, Kuwait. The project entails constructing an Engine Shop, Airframes Shop, Squadron Operations Building, and related site improvements, adhering to both Kuwaiti and U.S. building codes and safety standards. This initiative is crucial for supporting the fielding of new F/A-18 Super Hornet aircraft, with an estimated construction value between $25 million and $100 million. Interested contractors must submit their capability statements by December 30, 2024, to Anna Holcomb and Sabrina Booker via the provided email addresses, with the anticipated contract award scheduled for October 15, 2025.

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    This Capability Statement outlines the qualifications of a contractor seeking to bid on a federal project designated by RFP W912ER25R0010. It provides essential company information, including business name, address, CAGE code, and DUNS number, as well as details about the firm’s capacity to serve as either a prime contractor or a joint venture. The document emphasizes the contractor's ability to meet bonding and insurance requirements, obtain necessary local permits, and manage multiple construction contracts in diverse locations, particularly at Al Jaber Air Base in Kuwait and within the CENTCOM Area of Responsibility. The contractor confirms prior experience with similar projects, specifying types of facilities constructed and highlighting competencies in construction management and logistical support. To substantiate capabilities, the statement invites the submission of previous project experience templates, limited to five projects, to illustrate the contractor's relevant qualifications. Overall, this document serves as a formal assertion of the contractor's readiness and capability to undertake significant construction endeavors for U.S. military facilities overseas, reflecting compliance with government procurement policies.
    This Capability Statement outlines the qualifications of a contractor seeking to bid on a federal project designated by RFP W912ER25R0010. It provides essential company information, including business name, address, CAGE code, and DUNS number, as well as details about the firm’s capacity to serve as either a prime contractor or a joint venture. The document emphasizes the contractor's ability to meet bonding and insurance requirements, obtain necessary local permits, and manage multiple construction contracts in diverse locations, particularly at Al Jaber Air Base in Kuwait and within the CENTCOM Area of Responsibility. The contractor confirms prior experience with similar projects, specifying types of facilities constructed and highlighting competencies in construction management and logistical support. To substantiate capabilities, the statement invites the submission of previous project experience templates, limited to five projects, to illustrate the contractor's relevant qualifications. Overall, this document serves as a formal assertion of the contractor's readiness and capability to undertake significant construction endeavors for U.S. military facilities overseas, reflecting compliance with government procurement policies.
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