Architect-Engineer Contract Support Services

The Social Security Administration is seeking architect-engineer contract support services for office building construction projects through this Sources Sought Notice. This pre-solicitation announcement, posted on February 20, 2026, invites interested firms to respond by the March 6, 2026 deadline to express their capability and qualifications. The procurement falls under NAICS code 541310 (Architectural Services) and PSC category C1AA (Architect and Engineering—Construction: Office Buildings), indicating the focus is on architectural and engineering design support related to office facility development. While the notice does not specify detailed evaluation criteria in the summary provided, responses to sources sought notices typically require firms to demonstrate relevant experience, technical capabilities, and past performance on similar government projects. Interested vendors should review the attached notice for complete instructions on submission requirements and any specific qualifications necessary to be considered for the full solicitation that will likely follow this pre-solicitation phase.

This opportunity carries no small business set-aside designation, meaning all qualified firms regardless of size are eligible to compete. The pre-solicitation notice does not disclose information regarding potential incumbents, current contractors, or specific award values and budget ranges at this stage. Sources Sought Notices are typically used to gauge market interest and identify qualified vendors before formal solicitation, so detailed contract parameters including timeline, scope of work, and funding amount will likely be provided when the full request for proposals or invitation for bid is released. Firms should note the rapid turnaround from posting to response deadline and ensure they submit their capability statements and relevant documentation within the specified window to position themselves for consideration in the subsequent solicitation phase.