Architect & Engineering Services, Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) Multiple Award (A&E) Contracts needed for new construction, renovation, alteration and repairs required by Federal Prison Industries (FPI)
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- Solicitation number
- SVO237-26
- Agency
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Correctional Facilities
Bureau of Prisons, Department of Justice
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- Competitive 8(a)
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 541310 Architectural Services
- PSC
- Z1AA Maintenance Of Office Buildings
- Place of performance
- Washington, District of Columbia 20534, United States
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
Federal Prison Industries (UNICOR), a Bureau of Prisons component of the Department of Justice, intends to solicit and award a competitively negotiated, competitive 8(a) multiple-award architect-engineer IDIQ for new construction, renovation, alteration, and repairs, with a listed due date of November 2, 2026. The attached RFP (DJU1620000393, Solicitation SVO237-26) states sealed offers are due October 31, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. EST, so the two dates conflict and require confirmation before bid planning. Solicitation SVO237-26 posted September 15, 2026, and Amendment 0001 posted September 16, 2026, adding attachments including Exhibit A-1, the Schedule of Items and Services. Work is limited to projects at FPI facilities within the contiguous United States. Scope covers design and construction document review and preparation, cost estimating, value engineering, scheduling, claims assistance, construction administration, and project closeout. The base period is one year, with four one-year options and a six-month extension option referenced in the fee schedule. Up to four awards are anticipated, each guaranteed a minimum of $10,000 per contract period, and the Government has no obligation to issue task orders beyond that minimum. Only the Contracting Officer, Jason Morgan, issues task orders, priced on loaded hourly rates across 17 labor categories. Architect-engineer fees are capped at six percent of estimated construction cost for designs, plans, drawings, and specifications under 41 U.S.C. 254(b), with 15 categories of excludable services. FAR 36.201-1(b) bars construction awards to the design firm or its affiliates without agency head approval. Security requirements include Public Trust Investigations with reciprocity accepted under specified conditions, criminal history checks and CJIS name checks for facility access, privacy and cybersecurity training, non-disclosure agreements, and DOJ Order 0904 safeguarding. Work must comply with IBC, ABA, NFPA, and NEC standards. The notice lists NAICS 541310 and PSC Z1AA, while the RFP summary cites PSC C219. No industry day or incumbent is named.
Notice text
4 versions
Update #4 · Latest ·
Admendment 0001 SVO237-26 posted 09/16/2026 Adding additional attachments
Soliciation SVO237-26 posted 09/15/2026
The Federal Prison Industries (FPI) intends to solicit and award a competitively negotiated Architect and Engineer (A&E) Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ), Multiple Award Contract needed for new construction, renovation, alteration and repairs. FPI anticipates that the solicitation will be made available on or before 09/15/2026.
The Architect and Engineer (A&E) shall furnish professional architectural, engineering, and related technical services, as specified herein, to the United States Government, Department of Justice, Federal Prison Industries (FPI). The resulting contracts will consist of a one‑year base period and will include options for four additional one‑year periods. All work performed under this contract shall pertain to projects located at FPI facilities within the contiguous United States.
Pursuant to the terms of this contract, the A&E may be required to perform services under the following major categories, including other closely related services as necessary:
• Review design and construction documents prepared by other A&E firms or by FPI personnel.
• Prepare, develop, and produce design and construction documents for new facility construction, facility additions, and renovation or modernization of existing facilities.
• Develop detailed and accurate cost estimates for construction activities, renovations, contract modifications, and claims.
• Conduct Value Engineering (V/E) analyses and perform additional cost evaluation studies, as required.
• Develop, maintain, and update project schedules and construction schedules.
• Provide assistance in preventing, mitigating, and resolving disputes or claims arising from design or construction activities.
• Furnish comprehensive architectural and engineering services encompassing all disciplines necessary to ensure the successful execution and completion of assigned projects.
• Provide, as required, studies; design development; construction documents; technical specifications; support during bid negotiation; construction administration; and project closeout services.
• Develop procedures, prepare construction documents and work statements, support master planning efforts, conduct regulatory compliance evaluations, and assist in the preparation of design‑build documentation.
• Prepare construction specifications that uphold the principles of full and open competition.
• Comply with all general requirements applicable to task orders issued under this contract.
In accordance with the Brooks Architect-Engineer Act, award(s) shall be made to the successful firm(s) based on demonstrated competence and qualifications to perform the services at fair and reasonable prices.
Therefore, in response to the solicitation, consideration for a contract award will be based solely upon the hourly rates, overhead and profit that are proposed and found to be fair and reasonable. Offerors are advised that award maybe made without discussions. Therefore, the initial proposal should provide sufficient information to recommend award without discussions and should reflect the offeror’s ability to perform at a reasonable price. Once the Qualifications-Based Selection (QBS) has been made.
Federal regulations (such as FAR 36.602-1) and implementation rules (such as 23 CFR § 172.7) break down what agencies evaluate during a QBS.
- Professional Qualifications: Licenses, registrations, education, and overall staff capability.
- Specialized Experience: Past success and technical competence on similar project types.
- Capacity: Ability to perform the work and meet project schedules.
- Past Performance: Record of previous work quality, responsiveness, and client satisfaction.
- Technical Approach: Project understanding, quality control procedures, and innovative concepts.
- Geographic Location / Local Knowledge: Familiarity with the project locale, though strict local preferences are heavily restricted or capped
Update #3 ·
The Federal Prison Industries (FPI) intends to solicit and award a competitively negotiated Architect and Engineer (A&E) Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ), Multiple Award Contract needed for new construction, renovation, alteration and repairs. FPI anticipates that the solicitation will be made available on or before 09/15/2026.
The Architect and Engineer (A&E) shall furnish professional architectural, engineering, and related technical services, as specified herein, to the United States Government, Department of Justice, Federal Prison Industries (FPI). The resulting contracts will consist of a one‑year base period and will include options for four additional one‑year periods. All work performed under this contract shall pertain to projects located at FPI facilities within the contiguous United States.
Pursuant to the terms of this contract, the A&E may be required to perform services under the following major categories, including other closely related services as necessary:
• Review design and construction documents prepared by other A&E firms or by FPI personnel.
• Prepare, develop, and produce design and construction documents for new facility construction, facility additions, and renovation or modernization of existing facilities.
• Develop detailed and accurate cost estimates for construction activities, renovations, contract modifications, and claims.
• Conduct Value Engineering (V/E) analyses and perform additional cost evaluation studies, as required.
• Develop, maintain, and update project schedules and construction schedules.
• Provide assistance in preventing, mitigating, and resolving disputes or claims arising from design or construction activities.
• Furnish comprehensive architectural and engineering services encompassing all disciplines necessary to ensure the successful execution and completion of assigned projects.
• Provide, as required, studies; design development; construction documents; technical specifications; support during bid negotiation; construction administration; and project closeout services.
• Develop procedures, prepare construction documents and work statements, support master planning efforts, conduct regulatory compliance evaluations, and assist in the preparation of design‑build documentation.
• Prepare construction specifications that uphold the principles of full and open competition.
• Comply with all general requirements applicable to task orders issued under this contract.
In accordance with the Brooks Architect-Engineer Act, award(s) shall be made to the successful firm(s) based on demonstrated competence and qualifications to perform the services at fair and reasonable prices.
Therefore, in response to the solicitation, consideration for a contract award will be based solely upon the hourly rates, overhead and profit that are proposed and found to be fair and reasonable. Offerors are advised that award maybe made without discussions. Therefore, the initial proposal should provide sufficient information to recommend award without discussions and should reflect the offeror’s ability to perform at a reasonable price.
Update #2 ·
The Federal Prison Industries (FPI) intends to solicit and award a competitively negotiated Architect and Engineer (A&E) Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ), Multiple Award Contract needed for new construction, renovation, alteration and repairs. FPI anticipates that the solicitation will be made available on or before 09/15/2026.
The Architect and Engineer (A&E) shall furnish professional architectural, engineering, and related technical services, as specified herein, to the United States Government, Department of Justice, Federal Prison Industries (FPI). The resulting contracts will consist of a one‑year base period and will include options for four additional one‑year periods. All work performed under this contract shall pertain to projects located at FPI facilities within the contiguous United States.
Pursuant to the terms of this contract, the A&E may be required to perform services under the following major categories, including other closely related services as necessary:
• Review design and construction documents prepared by other A&E firms or by FPI personnel.
• Prepare, develop, and produce design and construction documents for new facility construction, facility additions, and renovation or modernization of existing facilities.
• Develop detailed and accurate cost estimates for construction activities, renovations, contract modifications, and claims.
• Conduct Value Engineering (V/E) analyses and perform additional cost evaluation studies, as required.
• Develop, maintain, and update project schedules and construction schedules.
• Provide assistance in preventing, mitigating, and resolving disputes or claims arising from design or construction activities.
• Furnish comprehensive architectural and engineering services encompassing all disciplines necessary to ensure the successful execution and completion of assigned projects.
• Provide, as required, studies; design development; construction documents; technical specifications; support during bid negotiation; construction administration; and project closeout services.
• Develop procedures, prepare construction documents and work statements, support master planning efforts, conduct regulatory compliance evaluations, and assist in the preparation of design‑build documentation.
• Prepare construction specifications that uphold the principles of full and open competition.
• Comply with all general requirements applicable to task orders issued under this contract.
In accordance with the Brooks Architect-Engineer Act, award(s) shall be made to the successful firm(s) based on demonstrated competence and qualifications to perform the services at fair and reasonable prices. Prior to this solicitation issuance, technical evaluations were conducted. This solicitation was then issued to the most highly rated firm(s).
Therefore, in response to the solicitation, consideration for a contract award will be based solely upon the hourly rates, overhead and profit that are proposed and found to be fair and reasonable. Offerors are advised that award maybe made without discussions. Therefore, the initial proposal should provide sufficient information to recommend award without discussions and should reflect the offeror’s ability to perform at a reasonable price.
Update #1 ·
The Federal Prison Industries (FPI) intends to solicit and award a competitively negotiated Architect and Engineer (A&E) Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ), Multiple Award Contract needed for new construction, renovation, alteration and repairs.
The Architect and Engineer (A&E) shall furnish professional architectural, engineering, and related technical services, as specified herein, to the United States Government, Department of Justice, Federal Prison Industries (FPI). The resulting contracts will consist of a one‑year base period and will include options for four additional one‑year periods. All work performed under this contract shall pertain to projects located at FPI facilities within the contiguous United States.
Pursuant to the terms of this contract, the A&E may be required to perform services under the following major categories, including other closely related services as necessary:
• Review design and construction documents prepared by other A&E firms or by FPI personnel.
• Prepare, develop, and produce design and construction documents for new facility construction, facility additions, and renovation or modernization of existing facilities.
• Develop detailed and accurate cost estimates for construction activities, renovations, contract modifications, and claims.
• Conduct Value Engineering (V/E) analyses and perform additional cost evaluation studies, as required.
• Develop, maintain, and update project schedules and construction schedules.
• Provide assistance in preventing, mitigating, and resolving disputes or claims arising from design or construction activities.
• Furnish comprehensive architectural and engineering services encompassing all disciplines necessary to ensure the successful execution and completion of assigned projects.
• Provide, as required, studies; design development; construction documents; technical specifications; support during bid negotiation; construction administration; and project closeout services.
• Develop procedures, prepare construction documents and work statements, support master planning efforts, conduct regulatory compliance evaluations, and assist in the preparation of design‑build documentation.
• Prepare construction specifications that uphold the principles of full and open competition.
• Comply with all general requirements applicable to task orders issued under this contract.
In accordance with the Brooks Architect-Engineer Act, award(s) shall be made to the successful firm(s) based on demonstrated competence and qualifications to perform the services at fair and reasonable prices. Prior to this solicitation issuance, technical evaluations were conducted. This solicitation was then issued to the most highly rated firm(s).
Therefore, in response to the solicitation, consideration for a contract award will be based solely upon the hourly rates, overhead and profit that are proposed and found to be fair and reasonable. Offerors are advised that award maybe made without discussions. Therefore, the initial proposal should provide sufficient information to recommend award without discussions and should reflect the offeror’s ability to perform at a reasonable price.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| SF30 SVO237-26 AMD 00001.pdf | ||
| Exhibit A B.1. Scheduleof Items and Services.pdf | ||
| DJU1620000393.pdf | ||
| Statement_of_Work AE 8-28-2026.pdf |
Notice history
| Notice | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Architect & Engineering Services, Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) Multiple Award (A&E) Contracts needed for new construction, renovation, alteration and repairs required by Federal Prison Industries (FPI) | Solicitation | |
| This notice | Pre-Solicitation |
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