Detection Sciences Testing and Applied Research (DSTAR)
USACE Philadelphia District is conducting market research via a Sources Sought Notice to identify qualified businesses for a Design-Build DSTAR project at the Transportation Security Laboratory, FAA W.J. Hughes Technical Center, Egg Harbor Township, NJ. The estimated construction magnitude is between $25,000,000 and $75,000,000, with anticipated solicitation issuance in April 2027 and an estimated project duration of 1,095 calendar days. The scope includes an approximately 40,000 SF DSTARC laboratory, an approximately 6,000 SF FEMR laboratory, and site improvements, with blast-hardened, SCIF/TS-SCI, IT hub, and TSL infrastructure integration requirements. Performance will occur within the secured FAA technical center and NJ Pinelands, requiring compliance with USACE safety, DHS, FAA fire, environmental/stormwater, and enhanced commissioning requirements. Small businesses including SB, 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, and WOSB are encouraged to respond, and prior government contract work is not required.