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Response Deadline
Oct 7, 2026, 6:00 PM(EDT)7 days
Eligibility
Contract Type
Special Notice
The Corps of Engineers Louisville District is soliciting comments from the construction community addressing the potential use of Project Labor Agreements (PLAs) for a large-scale construction project (exceeding $35 million) for the following:
Project scope: Construct a two-story laboratory and research facility utilizing conventional design and construction methods to accommodate the mission of the facility. Work will include a reinforced concrete floor slab, poured concrete foundation, structural steel frame, precast concrete exterior wall panels, flat membrane roof, fire protection systems, intrusion detection system, all necessary utilities, precise heating, ventilation and air-conditioning and humidity controls, isolation from building vibrations, and site improvements. This facility includes secure/non-secure laboratory space/administration space, Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 705, RF Shielding, an elevator, raised-floors and mission support space. Local materials and construction techniques shall be used where cost effective. Construct over 100 parking spaces.
A PLA is defined as a pre-hire collective bargaining agreement with one or more labor organizations that establishes the terms and conditions of employment for a specific construction project and is an agreement described in 29 U.S.C. 158(f). For further awareness on PLAs, please visit https://www.dol.gov/general/good-jobs/project-laboragreement-resource-guide.
Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Policy:
References:
Provision: 52.222-33 Notice of Requirement for Project Labor Agreement
Clause: 52.222-34 Project Labor Agreement.
In consideration of the above factors, and any others which may be deemed appropriate, the construction community is invited to comment on the use of PLAs. Of particular interest to the Government are responses to the following questions:
In addition to affirmative responses, we are seeking negative responses to identify any potential actions we may take to improve the competitive environment. Please provide a response with feedback including rationale for not wanting to submit a proposal and any recommendations that could promote interest.
* Please provide your comments via e-mail to Thomas.s.Nauert@usace.army.mil no later than 2:00 PM Eastern Standard Time on 07 October 2026.
Thomas Nauert
DEPT OF DEFENSE
DEPT OF THE ARMY
US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS
ENGINEER DIVISION GREAT LAKES AND OHIO
ENDIST LOUISVILLE
W072 ENDIST LOUISVILLE
W072 ENDIST LOUISVILLE
KO CONTRACTING DIVISION
220 W MAIN STREET 3RD FLOOR
LOUISVILLE, KY, 40202-2230
NAICS
Commercial and Institutional Building Construction