Army Barracks Overhauls: $9.6B Federal Contracts

The Army has requested $9.6 Billion to update barracks, including heating, cooling, and plumbing renovations planned across its installations. The Army owns approximately 6,700 barrack facilities worldwide.

The Army’s goal is to renovate these facilities by 2030 to eliminate any Q4 or Q3 rated barracks. This presents a large opportunity for federal contractors in construction, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, landscaping, and other construction-related fields.

These projects also include opportunities for set-aside contracts for small businesses across all socio-economic categories, including WOSB, (SD)VOSB, HUBZone, and 8(a) certified businesses.

“Our goal is, by 2030, we are not going to have any Q4 or Q3 barracks in the United States Army,” said Sergeant Major of the Army Michael Grinston.

According to ArmyTimes, a Q3-rated facility fails to meet the Army’s minimum standards, and the cost to improve a structure is no more than 40 percent of the replacement value. A Q4-rated facility fails to meet minimum standards, but the cost to improve it would exceed 40 percent of the replacement value.

Service leaders have made improving the Army’s housing situation a priority. Barracks heating, cooling and plumbing renovations are currently being planned across the Army’s housing portfolio.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1 What is the scope and timeline for the Army barracks renovation projects?

The Army has requested $9.6 billion to update approximately 6,700 barrack facilities worldwide. The goal is to renovate all Q3 and Q4 rated barracks by 2030, focusing on heating, cooling, and plumbing renovations across its installations.

2 What types of federal contractors are sought for these Army renovation projects?

These projects present significant opportunities for federal contractors in construction, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and landscaping. Other construction-related fields are also expected to be involved in the overhauls.

3 Are there specific opportunities for small businesses in these contracts?

Yes, these projects include opportunities for set-aside contracts across all socio-economic categories. This includes WOSB, (SD)VOSB, HUBZone, and 8(a) certified businesses, making it a key area for small business participation.

4 How can FedBiz Access assist businesses interested in these Army contracts?

FedBiz Access helps contractors ensure their federal registrations are current and compliant, and offers business development services like targeted market research, Set-Aside Certifications, and GSA Schedule registrations. They aim to provide a clear path from registration to award for federal contracts.