Charleston Regional Center Building D Construction Renovation

The Department of State Office of Acquisition Management is seeking market research for a comprehensive renovation of the Charleston Regional Center's Building D, which serves Consular Affairs and Passport Offices. The project involves full interior demolition and reconstruction, including upgrades to cabling, physical security, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, life safety systems, and fire protection. Contractors interested in this opportunity must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and fall within the NAICS Code 236220 for Commercial and Institutional Building Construction, with a size standard of $45.0M. Potential bidders are required to submit their capabilities via email by April 25, 2025, at 1:00 pm ET, providing company details, business size classification, project experience, and a statement of intent to submit a proposal. Evaluation will likely focus on technical capability, past performance, and ability to meet the project's complex renovation requirements.

The government is considering potential small business set-asides, including 8(a), HUBZone, and Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business designations. The renovation project encompasses an 80,352 square foot facility with a scheduled completion date of July 1, 2027, spanning a 520-calendar day performance period. The contract will be a firm-fixed price arrangement with a sensitive but unclassified (SBU) security classification. Critical project objectives include on-time completion, budget adherence, zero safety incidents, and maintaining positive relations with tenants and authorities. Contractors must comply with stringent security protocols, including being escorted at all times and following specific badging and access requirements. The phased renovation will primarily occur during weekends to minimize disruption to the operational passport center, ensuring continuous building functionality throughout the construction process.