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CONFORMED COPY - Incorporates Amendment 0003, 04 June 2026

Offutt AFB, 55th Civil Engineer Squadron Architect-Engineering (A-E) IDIQ Combo Synopsis/Solicitation Solicitation Number: FA4600-26-R-0004

1. GENERAL INFORMATION

The 55th Wing at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska, is seeking qualified Architect-Engineer (A-E) firms to provide Title I, Title II, and other specialized engineering services. In accordance with the Brooks Act (RFO Part 36.102), the U.S. Air Force is soliciting Statements of Qualifications via the Standard Form

(SF) 330.

This is not a request for proposal. The Government has no obligation to reimburse a firm for any costs associated with their participation or response. Not responding to this notice shall preclude participation in the subsequent Request for Proposal (RFP). It is the responsibility of the firms to monitor SAM.gov for additional information pertaining to this requirement. Amendments to this notice will be posted to SAM.gov and will not be provided individually.

2. CONTRACT DETAILS AND AWARD STRUCTURE

The Government intends to award up to four (4) single-award, Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), Indefinite- Delivery/Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contracts, with each contract corresponding to a separate pool of work.

• Period of Performance: Each contract awarded will consist of a five-year base period and one

(1) five-year option period, creating a total potential period of performance of ten (10) years. The option may be exercised at the Government’s sole discretion in accordance with the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) 52.217-9, Option to Extend the Term of the Contract.

• Contract Limits: $49 million ceiling per IDIQ

• Minimum Guarantee: A minimum fee of $1,000 will be guaranteed for the base year of each contract.

• Set-Aside: Each contract will be set aside 100% for Small Business.

• NAICS: 541330 ($25.5M).

Firms may submit qualifications for one or more pools; however, a firm will only be awarded one contract. If a firm is deemed the most highly qualified for more than one pool, the Government reserves the right to select which single contract will be awarded to that firm.

3. POOL STRUCTURE AND SCOPE

• Pool 1 – Specialized Engineering & Consulting: A specialized scope focused on unique, high-security, or advanced engineering analysis, including but not limited to blast consulting, Radio Frequency (RF) shielding design, secure facility (SCIF) design, and acoustics.

• Pool 2 – Mechanical & Electrical Engineering: A combined scope focused on all aspects of mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical engineering services.

• Pool 3 – Civil & Structural Engineering: A combined scope focused on civil and general structural engineering services.

• Pool 4 – Architecture & Renovation: A scope focused on comprehensive architectural services, interior design, and programming, with an emphasis on renovation and modernization projects.

SCOPE OF ARCHITECT-ENGINEER (A-E) SERVICES:

The overall program will provide a full range of Title I and Title II services. Please note: While the scope of work described below is comprehensive for the overall IDIQ program, the specific services required under any individual task order will be restricted to the disciplines relevant to the specific contract pool. The primary service categories include, but are not limited to, the following:

Title I – Investigative and Pre-Design Services (Type A) This category involves the analysis, investigation, and reporting necessary to inform project planning and design decisions. Services may include feasibility studies and planning reports; site investigations and surveys (including geotechnical, environmental, and utility surveys); design and constructability reviews; third-party peer reviews of existing designs; facility condition assessments; the development of project cost estimates and economic analyses; and Antiterrorism/Force Protection (AT/FP) and security vulnerability assessments.

Title I – Design Services (Type B) This category encompasses all aspects of the design process for projects ranging from repair and renovation to new construction. Core activities include the preparation and/or review of contract plans, technical specifications, comprehensive design analyses, supporting engineering calculations, project schedules, and detailed construction cost estimates. These services will span a variety of professional disciplines, which may include architectural, landscape architecture, interior design, civil, structural, geotechnical, mechanical, electrical, fire protection, communications, security, and environmental engineering. Depending on task order requirements, design deliverables may consist of conceptual sketches, presentation materials like color boards, complete construction documents, Building Information Models (BIM), and/or CAD drawings.

Title II – Construction Period Services This category includes professional services performed during the construction phase of a project to ensure compliance with the design intent. These services may consist of the review of contractor submittals, shop drawings, and Requests for Information (RFIs); conducting site visits and inspections to observe the progress and quality of work; preparing detailed inspection reports; providing technical support for the negotiation of construction contract modifications; and assisting in project closeout activities, including the review of as-built drawings and support for system commissioning.

4. MANDATORY SUBMISSION AND TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

The overall program will provide a full range of A-E services across the four IDIQ contracts. The following sections outline the mandatory requirements for both submission and contract performance.

4.1 Mandatory Pass/Fail Submission Requirements

To be considered for evaluation, submissions shall meet all of the following requirements. Failure to meet any one of these requirements at the time of submission shall result in the submission being deemed non-compliant and ineligible for further consideration.

• a. Timeliness: The SF330 submission shall be received by the Government no later than 25 June 2026 at 3:00 PM Central Time. Late submissions will not be evaluated.

b. Cybersecurity Compliance (SPRS/NIST SP 800-171): In accordance with DoD policy for safeguarding Covered Defense Information and the phased implementation of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC), the following requirements apply:

1. Requirement for the Offeror (Prime/JV): The Offeror shall possess a current, active Summary Level Score in the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS) reflecting a self-assessment against the NIST SP 800-171 framework at the time of submission. The Government will verify the Offeror's SPRS status as part of the initial compliance review.

The Offeror shall explicitly list their CAGE code and any applicable SPRS/CMMC unique identifier(s) (UIDs) on the Cover Page of their SF330 Part I submission.

2. Requirement for Subconsultants/Teaming Partners: The mandatory submission requirement above applies only to the Offeror. However, offerors are advised of the flow-down requirement that will apply during contract performance. The Prime Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that any subconsultant who will process, store, or transmit Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) during the execution of a task order also meets the appropriate cybersecurity safeguarding requirements (including NIST SP 800-171/SPRS scores and future CMMC requirements) prior to receiving such CUI.

Subconsultants who will not handle CUI are not required to maintain SPRS scores or CMMC certification.

4.2 Technical Performance Requirements

The following requirements are mandatory for the performance of work under the resulting contracts:

a. Design Software & Formatting: All design work performed under these contracts shall be executed using AutoCAD or REVIT, version 2024 or newer. Specifications shall be written in SpecsIntact using the latest Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS). Designs shall also incorporate Offutt’s latest revision of Front-End Specifications.

b. Licensure: For work performed in Nebraska, all final design documents shall be signed and sealed by a Professional Engineer or Registered Architect holding a current, active license in the State of Nebraska.

5. SELECTION CRITERIA

Selection of the firm for each of the four contract pools shall be in accordance with RFO 36.602-1 to the most highly qualified firm based upon the criteria below. The evaluation will focus on determining the most qualified firm; price is not an evaluation factor. The U.S. Air Force intends to hold discussions (interviews) with at least three (3) of the most highly qualified firms for each pool. These discussions or interviews shall be solely for the purpose of clarifying information already contained in the SF330 submittal and shall not be used to allow offerors to correct deficiencies or submit new information.

The Government will evaluate each offeror's Standard Form (SF) 330 to assess their qualifications. The evaluation will be conducted using Primary and Secondary factors. Primary factors are significantly more important than Secondary factors. Secondary factors will not be attributed greater significance than qualifications and past performance. Secondary factors will only be applied as tie-breakers to determine the final ranking if two or more firms are considered technically equal after the evaluation of the Primary factors.

A. PRIMARY SELECTION FACTORS

(Listed in descending order of importance)

1. Specialized Experience and Technical Competence: The Government will evaluate the depth and relevance of the firm's project experience as presented in SF330, Part I, Section F, as it relates to the specific pool(s) being proposed. The evaluation of relevance will consider the similarity in project size, scope, and complexity to the work anticipated at Offutt AFB. As part of this assessment, the Government will consider the firm's demonstrated proficiency in using modern design tools (e.g., AutoCAD/REVIT) to develop the clear, accurate, and constructible design packages described in their project examples. A project description that clearly shows how these tools were used to prevent issues (e.g., through BIM clash detection) will be noted as a strength.

Submission Requirements for Projects:

• Offerors shall submit a maximum of five (5) project examples per pool, completed within the last seven (7) years.

• For the purposes of this evaluation, a task order on a previous IDIQ contract is considered a single project. Offerors shall not submit an overarching IDIQ contract itself as an example project; instead, list specific, relevant task orders or stand-alone contract awards.

• Joint Ventures (JV): Project experience should ideally be submitted for projects completed by the JV entity. If the JV does not have shared experience, projects may be submitted from the individual JV members. In such cases, offerors shall clearly delineate what portion of the work was performed by the JV member. A signed copy of the Joint Venture agreement shall be included with the submission.

Pool-Specific Evaluation Focus:

• For Pool 1 (Specialized): The evaluation will focus on identifying significant project experience in blast analysis, RF shielding, SCIF construction, or other highly specialized fields.

• For Pool 2 (Mechanical & Electrical): The evaluation will focus on identifying a portfolio of work in both mechanical and electrical systems, such as central utility plants, complex HVAC, medium voltage distribution, or mission-critical backup power.

• For Pool 3 (Civil & Structural): The evaluation will focus on identifying a portfolio of work in site design, paving, stormwater management, and structural analysis.

• For Pool 4 (Architecture & Renovation): The evaluation will focus on identifying a portfolio of work in comprehensive architectural design, programming, and interior design, with an emphasis on complex renovation projects.

2. Professional Qualifications: The evaluation will assess the qualifications, competence, professional registration (e.g., PE, RA), and relevant experience of the proposed key personnel as presented in SF330, Part I, Section E. The assessment will focus on the qualifications of the individuals proposed for the project team.

Offerors shall provide a resume in SF330 Section E for each of the key personnel disciplines listed below for the specific pool(s) they are proposing on. Individuals may serve in more than one role if appropriately credentialed and licensed.

• For Pool 1 (Specialized Engineering & Consulting) Required Disciplines:

o Project Manager o Lead Blast/Protective Design Engineer o Lead Radio Frequency (RF)/EMP Shielding Specialist o Lead Secure Facility (SCIF/SAPF) Subject Matter Expert

• For Pool 2 (Mechanical & Electrical Engineering) Required Disciplines:

o Project Manager o Lead Mechanical Engineer (PE) o Lead Electrical Engineer (PE) o Lead Fire Protection Engineer (FPE)

• For Pool 3 (Civil & Structural Engineering) Required Disciplines:

o Lead Civil Engineer (PE) o Lead Structural Engineer (PE)

• For Pool 4 (Architecture & Renovation) Required Disciplines:

o Lead Registered Architect (RA) o Lead Interior Designer (NCIDQ or equivalent)

(Note: Resumes submitted for disciplines not explicitly listed above will not be evaluated under this factor)

Minimum qualifications are not being specified beyond what is implied by the professional title (e.g., a Professional Engineer must hold a P.E. license). The evaluation will be a subjective assessment of the competence and experience demonstrated in the provided resumes.

3. Past Performance: The prime contractor and/or team members must demonstrate successful performance on similar projects that are recent and relevant. The evaluation will assess the firm's record of performance on recent and relevant contracts.

• Definitions: "Recent" is defined as projects performed within the last seven (7) years prior to the closing date of this synopsis. "Relevant" is defined as completed work of a similar nature (including scope, complexity, and professional fee value) to the work in the specific pool being assessed. To be considered relevant, submitted projects must have a professional A-E fee value of $100,000 or greater.

• Method of Evaluation: The evaluation will be based on a subjective assessment by the Evaluation Board of the relevance and ratings of the past performance information. Past performance will be evaluated in terms of: 1) Technical/Quality of Product or Service, 2) Schedule/Timeliness, 3) Adherence to Budget, and 4) Management/Business Relations. A demonstrated history of minimal design-related change orders will be considered a strength.

• Sources of Information: The Government will evaluate past performance data based on the projects presented in SF330, Part I, Section F. However, the Government is not limited to reviewing only the projects submitted by the Offeror. In accordance with R-DFARS PGI 236.602-1, the Government will utilize performance evaluation data from the Contractor Performance Assessment Report System (CPARS) as a primary source of past performance information and will consider, as appropriate, superior performance evaluations on recently completed Department of Defense (DoD) contracts. The Government reserves the right to query CPARS to evaluate the firm's performance on other recent and relevant projects not identified in the SF330. Evaluating past performance may also include customer inquiries, other Government databases, and publicly available sources.

• Non-CPARS Projects: For any project submitted in Section F that does not have a finalized CPARS evaluation (e.g., private industry, state/local government), offerors shall provide the following information in SF330, Part I, Section H:

o Project Name/Client o Project Description o Dollar Value o Key Metrics/Outcomes (regarding quality, schedule, and accuracy of design cost estimates) o Accurate Client contact information (Name, Phone, Email)

• Lack of Past Performance: Offerors without a record of relevant past performance may not be evaluated favorably or unfavorably on past performance.

4. Knowledge of the Locality: The evaluation will assess the offeror's demonstrated knowledge of the local region and their logistical capability to provide rapid, on-site support to Offutt AFB, NE.

• Local Knowledge: Offerors must demonstrate a thorough, practical understanding of local and state building codes, permitting authorities, regional geological/soil conditions, and local utility infrastructure. Higher evaluation ratings may be given to firms that demonstrate recent, successful performance navigating these specific local conditions on similar projects.

• Responsiveness: Because anticipated task orders will require frequent, and often impromptu, on-site design charrettes, site investigations, and immediate physical responses to emergent design issues, the Government will evaluate the Offeror's proposed methodology and logistical capability to deploy qualified key personnel to Offutt AFB rapidly. Offerors must clearly detail how they will prevent project delays caused by travel or remote coordination.

• Submission Instructions: Offerors shall provide a dedicated narrative addressing this factor in SF 330, Part I, Section H (Additional Information). To support this narrative, offerors are encouraged to cross-reference relevant local projects presented in Section F and local key personnel presented in Section E.

5. Capacity to Accomplish the Work: The evaluation will assess the firm's ability to accomplish the work in the required time, considering their present workload and the availability of the project team, as detailed in SF330, Part I, Section G. The assessment will specifically consider the firm's demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and successfully absorb expanded workloads while maintaining strict quality and cost controls. The ability of the prime contractor to self-perform critical aspects of the work rather than relying heavily on subcontractors will be considered a strength.

6. Quality Control Program: The Government will evaluate the firm's proposed quality control program to be used for all deliverables under this contract. The evaluation will assess the management approach, specific processes for ensuring technical accuracy, and how the program extends to any subcontractors. Offerors should detail their quality control processes in SF330, Part I, Section H.

B. SECONDARY SELECTION FACTOR (TIEBREAKER)

(These factors will be used as "tie-breakers" only if two or more firms are considered technically equal after the evaluation of all Primary Factors. They are listed in descending order of importance.)

1. Equitable Distribution of DoD A-E Contract Awards:

In accordance with R-DFARS PGI 236.602-1(a)(6)(A), the Government will consider the volume of work awarded by DoD to the firm during the previous 12 months to ensure an equitable distribution of contracts. The Government will give preference to the offeror with the lower volume of verifiable DoD A-E prime contract awards received during the previous 12 months.

• FPDS Data Verification: The Government will independently extract and verify this data utilizing the Federal Procurement Data System (FPDS). Offerors do not need to submit this data but may provide a list of DoD prime contract awards received within the last 12 months in SF330, Part I, Section H for verification purposes.

• Targeted Firms: In evaluating the equitable distribution of work, the Government will actively consider and favor:

o Firms that have not had prior DoD contracts.

o Small business concerns o Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Minority Institutions

(HBCU/MI).

o Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) concerns and joint ventures with SDB participants.

• Strict Exclusions: In accordance with R-DFARS PGI 236.602-1(a)(6)(A)(2), the

Government will not consider:

o Awards to overseas offices of the firm for projects located outside the United

States, its territories, and possessions.

o Awards to a subsidiary of the firm if that subsidiary is not normally subject to the management decisions, bookkeeping, and policies of the holding or parent company, or if the incorporated subsidiary operates under a firm name different from the parent company.

• Limitation: The Government will not reject the overall most highly qualified firm solely in the interest of equitable distribution of contracts.

2. Small Business Subcontracting Commitment

In accordance with R-DFARS PGI 236.602-1(a)(6)(C), the Government will evaluate the extent to which potential contractors identify and commit to utilizing small businesses as subcontractors.

The evaluation will assess the offeror's commitment to:

• Small Business (SB) concerns

• Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB)

• Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Minority Institutions

(HBU/Mis) as subcontractors.

Offerors shall clearly document these commitments, including proposed subcontractor names and anticipated percentages of work, in SF330, Part I, Section H.

6. SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Interested and qualified firms are invited to submit one (1) electronic copy of their completed SF330 package in PDF format. Submissions shall be sent via email to the points of contact listed below.

• Point of Contact (Primary): Blaine Terry, Contract Specialist, at blaine.terry.2@us.af.mil

• Point of Contact (Secondary): Cassandra Janousek, Contracting Officer, at cassandra.janousek@us.af.mil

6.1 Questions and Clarifications

All questions and requests for clarification regarding this synopsis shall be submitted in writing via email to both the Primary and Secondary Points of Contact listed above.

• Limited Scope for Amendment 0003: The Government is opening a limited Q&A period in conjunction with Amendment 0003. Questions must be limited solely to the changes, revised evaluation criteria, and updates introduced in Amendment 0003. Questions regarding unaltered portions of the original solicitation will not be addressed.

• Question Deadline: Questions shall be received no later than 11 June 2026 at 3:00 PM Central Time. Questions received after this deadline may not be answered.

• Email Subject Line: The email subject line for questions shall read: "Questions - Offutt A-E

IDIQ - [FIRM NAME]".

• Answers: The Government will consolidate all timely, relevant, and compliant questions and provide responses via an official amendment to this synopsis posted on SAM.gov. The Government will not provide individualized responses to firms.

6.2 Submitting for Multiple Pools

If an offeror wishes to be considered for more than one pool, they shall submit a completely separate, standalone SF330 Part I and Part II package for each respective pool. Each separate pool submission is subject to its own 50-page limit.

The email subject line shall read: "SF330 Submission for Offutt A-E IDIQ - [FIRM NAME] - Pool [INSERT SINGLE POOL NUMBER, e.g., 1]".

6.3 Formatting and Content Requirements

The SF330 shall be prepared in accordance with the instructions provided in the form and the following requirements:

• SF330 Form Version: The SF330 information shall be provided per the latest format from the GSA Library located at https://www.gsa.gov/forms-library/architect-engineer-qualifications. All sections of the SF 330 MUST be completed.

• Part I: Technical & Professional Qualifications o Page Limit & Formatting: Part I is strictly limited to 50 pages. A page is defined as one single-sided 8.5" x 11" page. A double-sided page will count as two pages. Pages shall have margins of at least one inch and use a font size of 10-point or larger. The page limit for Part I does not include the cover page, table of contents, section dividers, or a signed Joint Venture agreement, if applicable. Any pages submitted beyond this 50-page limit will be removed and will not be evaluated.

mailto:blaine.terry.2@us.af.mil mailto:cassandra.janousek@us.af.mil o Branding Requirements: To facilitate the Government's redaction process for an unbiased evaluation, offerors shall limit company logos and letterhead to the cover page only.

• Part II: General Qualifications:

o One Part II is required for each firm and any subcontractor proposed as a team member.

There is no page limit for Part II.

Submissions that fail to comply with all instructions will be deemed non-compliant and removed from further consideration. Company brochures or other marketing materials are not desired.

6.4 Use of Submissions for Future Requirements and Market Research

The Government reserves the right to retain and utilize the qualification data, SF330 packages, and capabilities information submitted by offerors in response to this solicitation for future market research, to update the office's A-E qualifications files, and to identify qualified sources for future A-E requirements.

This includes, but is not limited to, utilizing submitted qualification data to evaluate and select A-E firms for subsequent military construction (MILCON), sustainment, restoration, and modernization (SRM), or Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) projects of a similar scope, where authorized by law and regulation.

Submissions containing proprietary data will be handled in accordance with applicable information protection regulations.

7. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Set-Aside & Limitations on Subcontracting: Each contract will be set aside 100% for Small Business. In accordance with RFO 52.219-14, Limitations on Subcontracting, the prime contractor must perform at least 50 percent of the cost of contract performance incurred for personnel with its own employees.

• NAICS: 541330 ($25.5M).

• Registration: Registration at SAM.gov is required prior to award.

8. APPLICABLE PROVISIONS

252.204-7025 NOTICE OF CYBERSECURITY MATURITY MODEL CERTIFICATION LEVEL

REQUIREMENTS (NOV 2025)

(a) Definitions. As used in this provision, “controlled unclassified information (CUI),” “current,” “Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) status,” “Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification unique identifier (CMMC UID),” “Federal contract information (FCI)”, and “plan of action and milestones” have the meaning given in the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement 252.204-7021, Contractor Compliance With the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Level Requirements, clause of this solicitation.

(b)(1) Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) level. The CMMC level required by this solicitation is: CMMC Level 2 (Self). This CMMC level, or higher (see 32 CFR part 170), is required prior to award for each contractor information system that will process, store, or transmit Federal contract information (FCI) or controlled unclassified information (CUI) during performance of the contract.

(2) The Offeror will not be eligible for award of a contract, task order, or delivery order resulting from this solicitation if the Offeror does not have, for each of the contractor information systems that will process, store, or transmit FCI or CUI and that will be used in performance of a contract resulting from this solicitation—

(i) The current CMMC status entered in the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS) (https://piee.eb.mil) at the CMMC level required by paragraph (b)(1) of this provision; and

(ii) A current affirmation of continuous compliance with the security requirements identified at 32 CFR part 170 in SPRS.

(c) Plan of action and milestones. If the Offeror has a CMMC Status of Conditional, the Offeror shall successfully close out a valid plan of action and milestones (32 CFR 170.21) to achieve a CMMC Status of Final.

(d) CMMC unique identifiers. The Offeror shall provide, in the proposal, the CMMC unique identifier(s) (CMMC UIDs) issued by SPRS for each contractor information system that will process, store, or transmit FCI or CUI during performance of a contract, task order, or delivery order resulting from this solicitation. The Offeror also shall update the list when new CMMC UIDs are generated in SPRS. The CMMC UIDs are provided in SPRS after the Offeror enters the results of self-assessment(s) for each such information system.

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