Construction Services for the Specialized Mission Training Facility (SMTF) Project, Laurel, MD
ID: 47PH0826BOTALPOESourcesSoughtType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATIONPUBLIC BUILDINGS SERVICEPBS PROJECT DELIVERY CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION - TEAM NORTHEASTWashington, DC, 20405, USA

NAICS

Construction of Buildings (236)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/6e0ab475c5584e2bbdb815589eff8c9e/view
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    Description

    The General Services Administration (GSA) is seeking qualified construction contractors for the Specialized Mission Training Facility (SMTF) Project located in Laurel, Maryland. This opportunity involves general construction services for a facility that will enhance training activities for the United States Secret Service, including the replication of the White House and associated grounds. The project is significant in scale, with an estimated construction cost between $260 million and $290 million, and a contract duration of approximately three years. Interested firms must submit a Letter of Interest and relevant project experience by 12:00 pm CT on November 26, 2025, to Marsha Howard at marsha.howard@gsa.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Marsha Howard
    (817) 505-8543
    marsha.howard@gsa.gov
    Files
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    07 Sources Sought PLA RFI Questions.pdf
    This Request for Information (RFI) for a Specialized Mission Training Facility in Laurel, MD, seeks to gauge contractor interest and experience in large-scale construction projects, particularly those involving Project Labor Agreements (PLAs). The RFI asks companies to detail their experience with construction in Maryland/DC, specifically if they have worked under PLAs or general Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBAs). Key questions delve into the financial and scheduling impacts of PLAs, requesting specifics on cost differences, union vs. non-union worker percentages, contributing factors to increased costs (e.g., higher wage rates, double benefit contributions, compliance costs), and effects on project timelines. The RFI also probes for a comparison between PLAs and traditional CBAs and solicits opinions on the practicality of using PLAs for the SMTF project. This document aims to gather comprehensive data on contractors' past performance and insights regarding union agreements in construction to inform future project planning.
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