SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE_MFAES_KOREAN FIRMS_05DEC2025.docx

SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE

Architectural & Engineering Services in Support of Medical Facilities Architect-Engineer Services (MFAES) 4.0

This is a SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE that is issued solely for informational and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation. This notice is for market research purposes only and IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL, nor does it restrict the Government as to the ultimate acquisition approach.

This notice is open for responses from Korean Architect-Engineer (A-E) Firms Only and responses will be utilized to determine if this requirement can be set-aside for Korean A-E Firms.

The Government will not reimburse respondents for any cost incurred in preparation of a response to this notice. Responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. The Government does not intend to rank submittals or provide any reply to interested companies and responses will not be returned.

1. CONTRACT INFORMATION:

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Huntsville Engineering and Support Center (CEHNC) in Huntsville, Alabama is conducting market research to identify qualified Korean A-E Firms capable of providing a range of services, including design services; technical support; engineering surveys and assessments; engineering studies; facility planning; commissioning; construction phase services; full medical facility design; medical facility design build request for proposal development; medical facility planning; engineering studies; criteria development; technical review assistance; construction phase services support; and commissioning support.

These IDCs will primarily support the USACE Medical Center of Expertise & Standardization (MCX) and the Defense Health Agency (DHA) as well as other DoD and non-DoD customers.

The Government is performing market research in order to determine if any Korean A-E Firms possess the capability to execute the requirements within this acquisition. Interested Korean A-E Firms who meet the capability requirements identified in this notice are requested to reply to this notice with a response to the questions below. If no experience or capabilities are associated with a particular question, please specify. All Korean A-E Firms must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

2. PROJECT INFORMATION:

This contract is intended to provide a full spectrum of A-E services related to the to support new construction, renovation, additions, alterations, and demolition of the following facility categories: medical clinics, dental clinics, hospitals, medical laboratories, veterinary clinics and similar facilities and their supporting infrastructure. These services may include but are not limited to: A-E design services, criteria and specifications development/updates, engineering surveys and assessments, engineering studies, RFP development and other document preparation, design reviews, economic analyses, environmental documentation, permitting, feasibility studies, geotechnical investigations, topographical mapping services, engineering design during construction, facility planning, commissioning, construction phase services, and engineering research. Design requirements may need to consider applicable host nation design codes and standards at OCONUS sites. The work will, in some cases, necessitate travel to work sites and Government installations for the purposes of data collection, meetings, etc. However, the bulk of the work is anticipated to be performed in the home offices of the A-E firm. The contracts addressed by this notice will provide A-E services for projects both inside and outside the contiguous United States. Possible nations outside the U.S. include Belgium, Germany, United Kingdom, Italy, Japan, and the Republic of Korea. However, the bulk of the work is anticipated to be performed in the home offices of the A-E firm.

3. SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS:

Interested firms should submit a document which furnishes information describing relevant demonstrated experience and qualifications in the following format: The submissions should be Times New Roman, font size 12 and should not exceed 10, one-sided, 8 ½" X 11" pages.

The submission will address all questions in the Capabilities Questionnaire listed below and your ability to perform the services stated in the above notice.

Submit responses via email to: Eddie Williams, eddie.williams@usace.army.mil and Johnna Sebben, johnna.m.sebben@usace.army.mil. Submissions shall be received NO LATER THAN 12:00 P.M. Central Time on 26 January 2026 (or sooner).

NO HARDCOPY OR FACSIMILE SUBMISSIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

Cover letters and extraneous materials (brochures, etc.) will not be considered. Personal visits for the purpose of discussing this announcement will not be scheduled.

4. CAPABILITIES QUESTIONNAIRE

SECTION I: GENERAL

a. Business Name: (Insert Business Name)

b. Business Address: (Insert Business Address)

c. Cage Code/UEI:

d. Responsible Point of Contact: (Insert name, address, phone number, and email address)

SECTION II: CAPABILITY/CORPORATE EXPERIENCE

1. Does your firm have the capability to provide A-E services throughout the Republic of Korea? If there are any geographic limitations, please specify the provinces, regions, or installations where services can or cannot be performed.

2. Does your firm have the capability to provide A-E services outside of the Republic of Korea? If applicable, list any geographic limitations outside the Republic of Korea.

3. Has your firm performed (or is currently performing) A-E planning and programming support services within in the Republic of Korea during the past five years? If yes, provide the following for each project:

· Customer/ Agency

· Project location

· Description and scope of effort

· Contract or task order dollar value

· Period of performance

· Point of contact information

4. Has your firm performed (or is currently performing) A-E planning and programming support services outside of the Republic of Korea during the past five years? If yes, provide:

· Customer/ Agency

· Project location

· Description and scope of effort

· Contract or task order dollar value

· Period of performance

· Point of contact information

5. Does your firm have qualified and experienced personnel capable of performing A-E services in the Republic of Korea as described in this notice? If yes, provide:

· Number of qualified key personnel

· Minimum, maximum, and average years of relevant experience

· Disciplines represented (e.g., architecture, structural, civil, electrical, mechanical, fire protection, planning, cost engineering, etc.)

6. Does your firm currently possess or have the ability to obtain, the licenses, permits, and certifications required to perform A-E services in the Republic of Korea? Licenses of interest include, but are limited to:

· Professional Engineer

· Registered Architect

· Certified Cost Engineer

· American Institute of Certified Planners or equivalent List any additional licenses or certifications your firm possesses that may be advantageous to the Government.

7. Is your firm currently licensed and registered to perform A-E services in the Republic of Korea? If yes, provide:

· Type of registration (local business registration, engineering service registration, etc.)

· Issuing authority

· Registration/ license numbers (if applicable)

· Expiration dates If not currently registered, describe your ability and timeline to obtain required Republic of Korea registrations.

8. Provide specific details regarding your firm’s current and projected capacity to execute A-E requirements in the Republic of Korea. Include:

· Number of teams or personnel available

· Estimated annual workload capacity (in dollars or project count)

· Availability of in-country resources, subcontractors, or partnerships

9. Does your firm have the capacity to manage A-E services in a cost-effective, timely, and contract conforming manner in the Republic of Korea? Please provide specific examples from recent or ongoing projects demonstrating:

· Schedule adherence

· Budget control

· Ability to meet contract deliverable requirements

· Use of project management tools or systems

10. Does your firm have experience developing, implementing, and maintaining an effective Quality Control or Quality Assurance program for A-E services in the Republic of Korea? If yes, provide examples that demonstrate:

· QC processes or procedures

· Tools used (e.g., checklists, peer reviews)

· Results achieved (e.g., reduction in rework, improved accuracy)