Architecture and engineering services for federal prison facilities
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 SVO237-26, issued by Federal (District of Columbia offices).
At a glance
The Federal Bureau of Prisons seeks multiple architecture and engineering firms via IDIQ contracts to design and oversee new construction, renovations, alterations, and repairs at federal prison facilities nationwide. This 8(a) set-aside opportunity is reserved for small businesses, with proposals due October 31, 2026.
Key facts
- Issuing agency
- Federal (District of Columbia offices)
- Department
- Dept of Justice
- Sub-tier
- Federal Prison Industries, Inc
- Office
- Federal Prison Industries, Inc (15UC0C)
- Solicitation number
- SVO237-26
- Portal id
- a116c806b40a46af9a78ce7384903410
- Type
- Presolicitation
- Posted
- Sep 16, 2026
- Response deadline
- Oct 31, 2026, 2:00 PM EDT
- Place of performance
- Washington, DC, 20534
- Set-aside
- 8(a) Set-Aside (FAR 19.8)
- NAICS
- 541310
- Product/service code
- Z1AA
- Official posting
- Documents, addenda and the procurement contact, free with an account.
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Official description
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 offerors 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
Solicitation #SVO237-26. Issued by JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF › FEDERAL PRISON INDUSTRIES, INC › FEDERAL PRISON INDUSTRIES, INC. NAICS 541310. Product/Service Code Z1AA.
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