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Amendment 2-Solicitation - CUP - Two-Phase Design-Build Acquisition for Modernization and Expansion of Central Utility Plant

Solicitation: 1333ND26RNB190001
Notice ID: cd76ff9cbb284d85894ad0df32f10f55

Solicitation from NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGY • COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF. Place of performance: MD. Response deadline: Jan 28, 2026. Industry: NAICS 236220 • PSC Y1JZ.

Market snapshot

Awarded-market signal for NAICS 236220 (last 12 months), benchmarked to sector 23.

12-month awarded value
$26,070,703,898
Sector total $33,072,247,130 • Share 78.8%
Live
Median
$641,276
P10–P90
$0$99,000,000
Volatility
Volatile200%
Market composition
NAICS share of sector
A simple concentration signal, not a forecast.
78.8%
share
Momentum (last 3 vs prior 3 buckets)
+74624%($26,001,018,522)
Deal sizing
$641,276 median
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Place of performance
Gaithersburg, Maryland • United States
State: MD
Contracting office
Gaithersburg, MD • 20899 USA

Point of Contact

Name
Brandon Butler
Email
brandon.butler@nist.gov
Phone
Not available
Name
Teresa Harris
Email
teresa.harris@nist.gov
Phone
Not available

Agency & Office

Department
COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF
Agency
NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGY
Subagency
DEPT OF COMMERCE NIST
Office
Not available
Contracting Office Address
Gaithersburg, MD
20899 USA

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Description

The purpose of this amendment (2) is to: 1. Extend the due date for Phase 1 RFQ to 1:00 PM ET on January 28, 2026. Please see the following attachment for amendment 2 for details. 1. 1333ND26RNB190001 Amendment 2 All other terms and conditions remain unchanged. ************************************************************************ Amendment 1 The purpose of this amendment is to: Extend the due date for Phase I RFQ to 1:00 PM ET on January 8, 2026. Update previous Draft Solicitation Notice Language. See updated notice below the list of attachments . Provide answers to questions asked in response to this solicitation. See attached RFI Q&A -CUP Phase I. Revise the following solicitation sections: Section L, and Section M. Revise the following documents and attachments: IDIQ Statement of Work (SOW), Task Order Statement of Work (SOW), Attachment A, F1, and G. Incorporate new Attachment I. Incorporate Site Visit Sign-in Sheet pdf. Please see the following attachments for details. All changes are highlighted in yellow. Amendment 1 Attachments 1. 1333ND26RNB190001 Amendment 1 (includes revised IDIQ SOW, Task Order SOW, Section L, and Section M) 2. RFI Q&A - CUP Phase I 3. Site Visit Sign=in Sheet 4. Revised Technical Attachments A, F1, G 5. Attachment I (new) ************************************************************************ Original Solicitation Attachments 1. 1333ND26RNB190001 - CUP Modernization Solicitation (includes attachments for solicitation) 2. Statement of Work Technical Attachments A-H ************************************************************************* NOTICE: This document is no longer a Draft Solicitation Notice solely to provide industry with advance awareness of the Government’s anticipated requirements. It is now a formal solicitation provided for Phase I of this Two-Phase Design-Build Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity Single Award Task Order Contract (SATOC). Pursuant to this amendment, the Phase I submission deadline has been extended. Any additional amendments or updates to the Phase I solicitation will be posted exclusively on SAM.gov. All changes will be clearly identified, with modified sections highlighted or otherwise marked to distinguish them from previous versions. Industry is strongly encouraged to monitor SAM.gov regularly for any subsequent amendments.

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Updated: Feb 14, 2026
Executive summary

The NIST is soliciting proposals for the Two-Phase Design-Build Acquisition aimed at modernizing and expanding the Central Utility Plant, with the deadline for Phase 1 submissions extended to January 28, 2026. This opportunity presents a formal solicitation under solicitation number 1333ND26RNB190001, following amendments that include updated documents and responses to industry questions. Interested parties should focus on the comprehensive criteria outlined in the solicitation attachments, particularly revised sections L and M, as well as the Statement of Work.

What the buyer is trying to do

NIST intends to select a contractor for a Two-Phase Design-Build Acquisition to modernize and expand the Central Utility Plant, bringing enhanced capabilities and efficiency.

Work breakdown
  • Review and understand solicitation revisions and requirements.
  • Prepare a proposal that addresses the Statement of Work (SOW).
  • Engage with the provided Q&A and attend any scheduled site visits for clarity.
  • Develop a project execution plan that aligns with the modernization needs and compliance requirements.
  • Submit qualifications by the extended deadline.
Response package checklist
  • Proposal addressing all amendments and requirements.
  • Updated technical documents as per the revised SOW.
  • Proof of past performance on similar projects.
  • Compliance documentation indicating adherence to government regulations.
  • Cost breakdown and pricing strategy.
Suggested keywords
NISTdesign-buildutility plantmodernizationsubmission deadlineconstructiongovernment contract
Source coverage notes

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  • Details on the budget for the project are unspecified.
  • Information regarding the total duration for the project is missing.
  • No specifics on the types of technologies to be incorporated are provided.

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