6973GH-26-Q-00078- Refurbish, repair, paint Ext. Maint. Bldg. TKO VOR in Mankato, KS
Overview
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is soliciting proposals for the refurbishment, repair, and painting of the exterior maintenance building at the TKO VOR facility in Mankato, KS. This requirement is anticipated to result in a firm-fixed-price construction contract. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due April 20, 2026, by 5:00 PM CST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for furnishing all materials, equipment, labor, transportation, insurance, notifications, licenses, permits, fees, and supervision. Key tasks include:
- Repairing approximately 6 holes in the EIFS (Exterior Insulation and Finish System) siding, including underlying insulation and recoating.
- Replacing damaged corner track and re-attaching loose wall-mounted A/C disconnects.
- Removing and replacing existing sealant around wall-mounted boxes/conduit and other openings.
- Framing in and installing new EIFS siding in an opening left by an aluminum vent fan.
- Cleaning, prepping, and applying an elastomeric coating to the entire EIFS surface.
- Scraping and repainting the concrete foundation.
- Prepping and painting 5 vent hoods and other previously painted surfaces/panels/conduits.
- Installing wood support framing and vinyl soffit under the roof overhang.
- Prepping and painting propane tank bollards.
- Cleaning and restoring the site to its original condition. Detailed site plans and topographical information are available in the provided drawings.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Construction Contract (Solicitation/RFP).
- Estimated Value: $10,000 - $50,000.
- Performance Period: 15 calendar days to begin performance after Notice to Proceed, 45 calendar days to complete.
- Offer Acceptance: Minimum of 120 calendar days.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business.
- Applicable Regulations: Acquisition Management System (AMS) applies, not FAR.
- Wage Rates: Davis-Bacon Act prevailing wage rates (KS20260044) apply.
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposals Due: April 20, 2026, 5:00 PM CST.
- Submission Method: E-mailed to sheryl.y.gregory@faa.gov, with "6973GH-26-Q-00078" in the subject line.
- Required Documents: Completed RFP, narrative, and work plan.
- Evaluation: Award will be made to the lowest-priced, responsible offeror, considering past performance, key personnel resumes, technical proposals, and cost/price proposals.
- Site Visit: Strongly recommended. Contact the Contracting Officer for coordination.
- Questions Due: April 15, 2026, 5:00 PM CST, in writing to sheryl.y.gregory@faa.gov.
- SAM Registration: Required by the proposal due date (April 20, 2026).
Additional Notes
The contract requires a long-term facility outage for the VOR, which must be requested at least 30 days in advance. Work hours are scheduled for a 40-hour work week, requiring coordination with the FAA COR. The contractor must provide a restroom facility and water, while electrical power will be provided from the facility. The contractor is responsible for protecting existing facilities and repairing any damage at no additional cost.