Project Information

Bid Title

Industry Day U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Campus Modernization

Issuing Agency

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Location

New York

Published Date

Aug 15, 2026

Closing Date

Oct 15, 2026

Government Level

Federal

Status

Closed

Ref. #

W912DS26S0043

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Notice ID

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Department/Ind. Agency

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Sub-tier

DEPT OF THE ARMY

Major Command

US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS

Sub Command

ENGINEER DIVISION NORTH ATLANTIC

Sub Command 2

ENDIST NEW YORK

Office

W2SD ENDIST NEW YORK

General Information

• Contract Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Original)
• Original Published Date: Aug 14, 2026 01:16 pm EDT
• Original Response Date: Oct 15, 2026 11:00 am EDT
• Inactive Policy: 15 days after response date
• Original Inactive Date: Oct 30, 2026
• Initiative:
  • None

Classification

• Original Set Aside:
• Product Service Code: Y1CZ - CONSTRUCTION OF OTHER EDUCATIONAL BUILDINGS
• NAICS Code:
  • 236220 - Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
• Place of Performance:
  Kings Point , NY
  USA

Description

FALL FY27 INDUSTRY DAY

U.S. Merchant Marine Academy

Campus Modernization

Industry Day Special Notice | Thursday, October 15, 2026

Event Overview

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), New York District, and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) will host the Fall FY27 Industry Day from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time on October 15, 2026. The hybrid event will bring industry, government, community organizations, and other interested attendees together with USMMA and USACE leadership for an updated view of the Campus Modernization Initiative, its strategic direction, and anticipated procurement activity. This event is open to the general public, and interested vendors.

The FY27-FY28 forecast will emphasize the substantial heavy construction opportunities central to the modernization program while also addressing utility upgrades and complementary supporting and non-construction requirements. In-person participation is strongly encouraged. Prior registration is required for every attendee and closes at 12:00 p.m. Eastern Time on October 12, 2026.

Event Information

Event: USMMA Campus Modernization Fall FY27 Industry Day

Date: Thursday, October 15, 2026

Event Time: 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time

Check-In: Opens at 10:00 a.m.; in-person attendees should arrive no later than 10:45 a.m. to allow at least 15 minutes for networking before the program begins

Location: U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, 300 Steamboat Road, Kings Point, NY 11024; enter through the main gate

Format: Hybrid; in-person attendance is strongly encouraged. Registered virtual attendees will receive a Microsoft Teams link on October 13, 2026

Audience: All interested attendees age 16 or older (public attendees welcome)

Registration Deadline: 12:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday, October 12, 2026

Theme: USACE Partnering with Industry and the Local Community

Industry Day Highlights

The Industry Day program will include the following:

• Welcome and Keynote Remarks: USACE leadership, USMMA Academy leadership, and invited guests will discuss the modernization program, acquisition approaches, and community impacts.


• Strategic Program Overview: A general USMMA overview and FY27-FY28 Campus Modernization update, including the strategic vision, updated waterfall chart, and local-government and community considerations.


• Heavy Construction Forecast: A focused review of the significant heavy construction opportunities expected to drive the modernization program. Specific project names, dollar ranges, and acquisition methods will be presented at the event rather than released in this notice.


• Supporting and Utility Requirements: Discussion of utility upgrades and complementary non-construction requirements that support successful delivery of the broader construction program.


• Executive Panel and Q&A: A moderator-led discussion with USMMA leadership, USACE program representatives, and USACE Contracting, including questions and topics submitted by industry.


• Doing Business with the Government: A practical session presented by the USACE Office of Small Business Programs.


• Campus Tour and Networking: A campus tour and opportunities to engage with program managers, technical staff, government representatives, community stakeholders, and industry peers.

Advance Industry Questions: Industry partners may submit proposed questions or discussion topics for the executive panel to Zachery.A.Bernard@usace.army.mil no later than September 30, 2026.

Registration and Access Information

Registration is required for every attendee, regardless of affiliation or attendance method. Email the information below to Zachery.A.Bernard@usace.army.mil no later than 12:00 p.m. Eastern Time on Monday, October 12, 2026. Use the subject line "USMMA FY27 Industry Day Registration." One representative may register multiple attendees, but the required information must be provided separately for each person.

• Full legal name of each attendee


• Organization, company, or other affiliation, if applicable


• Individual email address and telephone number for each attendee


• Attendance method: in person or virtual


• Company website, if applicable


• Current capability statement for industry participants

Virtual Attendance: A Microsoft Teams link will be emailed to registered virtual attendees on October 13, 2026. In-person attendance is strongly encouraged.

Campus Access Requirements

All in-person attendees must present a valid REAL ID-compliant credential or another form of government-issued photo identification acceptable to USMMA security and comply with all campus-entry instructions provided to registered attendees.

Logistics and Parking

• Campus Entrance: Use the main gate at 300 Steamboat Road, Kings Point, NY 11024.


• Parking: Free attendee parking is available in Marvin Lot; overnight parking is not permitted.


• Arrival: Check-in opens at 10:00 a.m. Allow time to enter, park, and walk to the event location; arrive no later than 10:45 a.m. for networking.


• On-Site Directions: Follow posted signs and directions from USMMA security and event personnel.

Updates, Changes, and Cancellations

Any material change to the schedule, format, access procedures, or event status will be announced through an amendment to this SAM.gov notice and by email to registered attendees.

Notice Status and Disclaimer

This announcement is for informational and advance-planning purposes only and is not a solicitation or Government commitment to award a contract. The Government will not reimburse costs associated with this notice or event. Attendance is not required to participate in a future acquisition, and all event information is subject to change.

Primary Point of Contact

Name: Zachery A. Bernard

Title: Deputy, Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP)

Organization: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, North Atlantic Division - New York District

Email: Zachery.A.Bernard@usace.army.mil

Registration Email Subject: USMMA FY27 Industry Day Registration

END OF SPECIAL NOTICE

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Contact Information

Contracting Office Address

• KO CONTRACTING DIVISION 26 FEDERAL PLAZA ROOM 16 300
• NEW YORK , NY 10278-0004
• USA

Primary Point of Contact

• Mohenda R. Surage
• mohenda.r.surage@usace.army.mil
• Phone Number 9177908088

Secondary Point of Contact

• Zachery Bernard
• Zachery.A.Bernard@usace.army.mil

History

• Aug 14, 2026 01:16 pm EDTSpecial Notice (Original)

Commodity Codes

• FSC YConstruction of Structures and Facilities

• NAICS 236220Commercial and Institutional Building Construction

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