Callao, Peru Infrastructure Modernization - U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) – Latin America and Caribbean District (SAA)

****SOURCES SOUGHT FOR MARKET RESEARCH PURPOSES ONLY**** This announcement seeks information from industry which will be used for preliminary planning purposes. No proposals are being requested or accepted with this announcement. THIS IS NOT A SOLICITATION FOR PROPOSALS AND NO CONTRACT SHALL BE AWARDED FROM THIS SYNOPSIS. NO SOLICITATION, SPECIFICATIONS OR DRAWINGS ARE AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME. 1. AGENCY: United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Latin America and Caribbean District (SAA) 2. NAICS: 236220 - Commercial and Institutional Building Construction 3. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Peru 4. ACQUISITION INFORMATION: The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Latin America and Caribbean District (SAA), is issuing this Sources Sought announcement as a means of conducting market research to identify parties having an interest in and the resources to support a potential future design-build construction project at the Callao Naval Base, Lima, Peru. The result of this market research will contribute to determining the method of procurement. Estimated Magnitude of Construction: Between $25,000,000 and $50,000,000. Performance Period: 540 days after Notice to Proceed. Anticipated Award Date: Fiscal Year 2027 Quarter 3 Small Business Programs: In accordance with FAR 19.000(b)(1)(ii), the Procuring Contracting Officer (PCO) has elected not to apply FAR Part 19 (Small Business Programs) to this overseas procurement. Consequently, small business set-asides will not be utilized for this project in Peru. However, all responsible sources—including both U.S. concerns (large and small) and foreign entities—are encouraged to submit responses to this Sources Sought notice. 5. ANTICIPATED ACQUISITION STRATEGY: The acquisition strategy for this requirement will be determined based on the responses to this Sources Sought notice and other market research. The Government is considering several compliant acquisition pathways to ensure the successful delivery of this complex Design-Build project in Peru. All interested firms are strongly encouraged to submit a comprehensive capabilities statement, as the information received will be critical in determining the final method of procurement. The primary anticipated strategy is a Two-Phase Design-Build procurement under the authority of FAR Part 36.3. In this scenario, the Government would issue a public Phase 1 solicitation requesting offeror qualifications. Based on these qualifications, the Government would down-select the most highly qualified firms (typically no more than five) who would then be eligible to compete in Phase 2 and submit detailed technical and price proposals. However, based on the unique challenges of performing complex construction in Peru, the Government is also considering the following alternative strategies: Option 1: Limited Competition under FAR Part 6, Other Than Full and Open Competition. If market research reveals that only a very limited number of sources possess the unique combination of Design-Build expertise, mandatory Peruvian licensing (Registro Nacional de Proveedores - RNP), and demonstrated experience with specialized facilities (e.g., POL, medical, secure warehouses) in the local market, the Government may justify limiting competition. Option 2: Establishment of a Qualified Bidders List (QBL) under FAR Part 9.2. If the operational environment in Peru and the specialized nature of the requirement warrant it, the Government may decide to establish a formal Qualification Requirement. Under this authority, the Government would create a list of pre-qualified firms that demonstrate the essential standards for technical capability, financial stability, and in-country operational capacity. Future solicitations for this requirement would then be limited to firms on this established QBL. The Government’s final decision will be based on which strategy provides the best value and ensures a competitive environment among responsible and qualified contractors capable of meeting the demanding technical and logistical requirements of this project. 6. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The contemplated scope consists of complete Design-Build services—including geotechnical verification, site preparation, civil works, architectural and engineering design after award, structural construction, mechanical/electrical/plumbing (MEP), specialized HVAC/fire suppression, Defense Base Act (DBA) insurance coverage, and Furniture, Fixtures, & Equipment (FF&E). Facility / Scope Package Primary Function Key Technical Considerations Building 110 Spare Parts Warehouse Heavy-duty slab design, industrial racking integration, material handling flow, automated logistics staging. Building 115 Clothing & Gear Warehouse High-density pallet storage, humidity and climate control, inventory distribution bays. Building 112 Material Warehouse Bulk staging, overhead crane/hoist accommodations, heavy equipment ingress/egress ramps. Building 113 Customs Warehouse Secure bonded holding areas, host-nation customs inspection layout, physical security infrastructure. Building 114 Petroleum, Oil, and Lubricants (POL) Warehouse Secondary containment, explosion-proof electrical systems, specialized foam/water fire suppression, environmental drainage controls. Building 111 Medicine & Medical Supplies Warehouse Temperature/humidity-controlled storage (cold chain capability), pharmaceutical-grade clean finishings, backup power integration. Building 120 DIRNOTEMAT & Quality Control Building Administrative offices, testing and quality inspection laboratories, specialized testing benches, IT/telecom infrastructure. Site & Ancillary Works Infrastructure & Integration Site grading, structural fill, perimeter security, access roads, utility connections, complete FF&E packages, and host-nation compliant permitting. 7. SOURCES SOUGHT: The purpose of this source sought is to gain knowledge of interest, capabilities and qualifications of contractors who have the capabilities to complete and perform contracts of this magnitude, and to address any questions, recommendations or concerns from Industry. The Government must ensure there is adequate competition among potential pool of responsible contractors. Prior Government contract work is not required for submitting a response under this Sources Sought announcement. The result of this market research will contribute to determining the method of procurement. 8. RESPONSES: The Capabilities Statement for this Sources Sought is not intended to be a Request for Proposal nor Invitation for Bid, nor does it restrict the Government to an ultimate acquisition approach. It is to request statements regarding the company's ability to demonstrate existing-or-developed expertise and experience in relation to the areas specified herein. Any commercial brochures or currently existing marketing material may also be submitted. This synopsis is for information and planning purposes only and is neither to be construed as a commitment by the Government nor will the Government pay for information solicited. Respondents will not be notified of the results of the evaluation. Interested parties are requested to provide a capabilities statement addressing the following areas. Section 1: Company Information Company Name, Address, and Website Point of Contact (Name, Title, Phone, Email) CAGE Code and SAM UEI Number Business Size and Status (e.g., Small Business, Large Business) Bonding: What bonding or guarantee methods are available to your company to secure contract performance and protect downstream subcontractor/labor payments for a project located in Peru? Please specify if your company utilizes US Treasury-listed Surety Bonds, Peruvian Bank Letters of Guarantee (Carta Fianza), or Insurance-backed Guarantees (Póliza de Caución). Relevant NAICS Codes Section 2: Interest and Experience in Peru Please confirm your company's interest in performing a design-build construction project of this magnitude and complexity in Lima, Peru. Summary of prior construction experience in Peru or South America. Address our minimum operational needs of experience with: Peruvian construction standards (Reglamento Nacional de Edificaciones), professional licensing requirements (Colegio de Ingenieros del Perú / Colegio de Arquitectos del Perú); Local labor laws, and tax/customs processes (SUNAT). Describe your firm's capability to obtain the necessary permits and licenses required for construction work in Peru and to comply with all applicable host nation laws and regulations. Discuss your firm's experience with international logistics, including the transportation of materials and equipment to project sites in South America. Discuss your firm’s familiarity with base security clearance procedures, host-nation military vetting, and port access protocols. Section 3: Design-Build and Technical Capabilities Provide a brief overview of your firm’s design-build experience as a prime contractor. Short Description of your firm's D-B delivery model (in-house engineering vs. joint-venture/partnership with qualified Peruvian or international A-E design firms). Provide examples of similar to the Project Description (warehouse, logistics, or similar industrial facilities your firm has designed and constructed). Overview of your logistical strategy for material staging, port-of-entry handling at Callao, procurement of heavy construction materials in Lima, and securing qualified local subcontractors and skilled labor. Section 4: Market Factors Please identify any significant market factors (e.g., availability of qualified local labor, supply chain issues, subcontractor market in Peru) that could impact the successful execution of a project of this nature. What significant concerns or risks do you foresee with designing and constructing a facility in Lima, Peru? 9. SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS: Format: Responses may be submitted in PDF or Microsoft Word format (suggested length: 3–6 pages). Brochures do not count towards this page count. Submission Deadline: Please submit your responses by 4:00 PM Atlantic Standard Time (AST) on 15 November 2026. No hard copies will be accepted. Submission Point of Contact: Please email responses directly to: Renee Booth, Contracting Officer: Meranda.R.Booth@usace.army.mil Jaclyn Yocum, Contract Specialist: Jaclyn.C.Yocum@usace.army.mil Subject Line for Replies: Market Research Response: Callao, Peru Infrastructure Modernization Project - [Insert Company Name] 10. QUESTIONS: Questions regarding this Sources Sought Announcement may be directed to Contract Specialist, Jaclyn Yocum, at Jaclyn.C.Yocum@usace.army.mil AND Contracting Officer, Renee Booth, at Meranda.R.Booth@usace.army.mil. ****SOURCES SOUGHT FOR MARKET RESEARCH PURPOSES ONLY****