Opportunity
SAM #040ADV-26-R-0022
Architect-Engineer Design Services for GPO Building A, 8th Floor Modernization
Buyer
GPO Acquisition Services
Posted
April 09, 2026
Respond By
May 25, 2026
Identifier
040ADV-26-R-0022
NAICS
541310, 541340, 541410, 541330
This opportunity involves the U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO) seeking professional Architect-Engineer (A/E) services for the modernization and repurposing of approximately 17,000 square feet on the 8th floor of Building A at its Washington, DC headquarters. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO), Acquisition Services - Main office: 732 North Capitol St NW, Washington, DC 20401 - Scope of Work: - Professional A/E services to evaluate, plan, and design the transformation of vacant and dining areas into a multi-functional workplace - Includes a self-service lounge/refreshment area, conference and meeting facilities, and flexible workspace - Deliverables: feasibility studies, schematic design, design development, and complete, biddable construction documents - Services include site surveys, systems evaluation (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection), code compliance, phased construction planning, cost estimating, and construction period support (submittal review, site visits, commissioning, as-built review) - Design must support phased construction while the building remains occupied, ensuring safety and protection of existing systems - Compliance with all applicable federal codes and standards is required - Personnel Requirements: - Project Manager, Licensed Architect, Mechanical/Electrical/Fire Protection Engineers, Cost Estimator - Products/Services Requested: - No specific OEMs, hardware, or part numbers are mentioned; this is a professional services procurement only - Period of Performance: - 180 calendar days from Notice to Proceed, with phased design deliverables at 15%, 35%, 65%, and 100% completion - Final documents to support construction award for Fiscal Year 2027 - Place of Performance: - U.S. Government Publishing Office Building A, 8th Floor, 732 North Capitol Street NW, Washington, DC 20401 - Unique Requirements: - Design must accommodate phased construction and maintain building operations - Emphasis on occupant safety and protection of existing building systems throughout the project - Monthly schedule updates required during design phase
Description
The U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO) requires professional Architect-Engineer (A/E) services to evaluate, plan, and design the repurposing of approximately 17,000 square feet located on the 8th floor of Building A. The existing area currently consists of vacant space and a dining area and is need of modernization.
The objective of this project is to deliver complete, biddable, and constructible design documents to support phased construction to repurpose the southeast corner of GPO 8th Floor Building A area into a multi-functional workplace environment that supports building occupants, tenant agencies, and visitors. The repurposed space is anticipated to include:
A self-service lounge or refreshment area. Conference and meeting facilities. Flexible workspace area.
The building will remain occupied during the design and construction, and the design shall account for phasing, safety of occupants, and protection of existing building systems.