Santiago CSU, SPX & Demarc Design-Build Construction

The Department of State, Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO), seeks a Design-Build contractor for the Santiago Compound Security Upgrade project in Chile. This two-phase solicitation involves constructing new facilities totaling approximately 1,841 GSM, including a Main Compound Access Control facility, Consular and Service Compound Access Control facilities, a Support Annex with an integrated Compound Emergency Sanctuary, and a Demarcation Building. The estimated cost is $45,000,000.00 - $65,000,000.00. Phase I assesses minimum mandatory requirements for eligibility; Phase II involves a site visit and detailed technical and pricing proposals from eligible offerors. A DCSA Secret Facility Clearance is required for award, and only U.S. firms meeting specific eligibility criteria are considered. Companies from certain countries are ineligible. The project requires demolition of existing facilities, perimeter wall upgrades, IPCCTV and TSS upgrades, and new construction. Offerors must demonstrate experience with comparable projects and provide detailed information on their qualifications, management plan, and schedule. The government will provide bridging-level design documents. Active SAM.gov registration is mandatory. This Sources Sought Notice does not require submissions at this time; the Phase I solicitation will be posted on SAM.gov in February 2026.

Notice ID

025a09c7ee0741c5a064bf0b8ccb5870

Solicitation Number

19AQMM25R0327

NAICS Code

236220

Classification Code

Y1AA