The Defense Innovation Unit is seeking companies that provide novel turnkey design and construction services for net-zero buildings.
The agency announced Friday that it is looking for vendors with techniques to improve energy and water efficiency in new facilities owned by the Department of Defense.
DIU said it prefers a nine- to 12-month project that includes advanced energy and water metering and construction materials with “low” global warming potential. Companies with experience in Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, or LEED, principles and Energy Use Intensity standards are at an advantage.
The chosen contractors will be tasked to design, build and commission child development centers on about 40,000 square feet of space at either Joint Expeditionary Base in Little Creek, Virginia or Hanscom Air Force Base in Massachusetts.
Proposals are due by Jan. 19, according to DIU.