Construction of Wheeler Sack Army Airfield (WSAAF) Lighting Upgrade Fort Drum, NY
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Qualification Details
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 Department of the Army, through the W2SD ENDIST NEW YORK office, is soliciting proposals for the Construction of Wheeler Sack Army Airfield (WSAAF) Lighting Upgrade at Fort Drum, NY. This firm-fixed-price contract, estimated between $25,000,000 and $100,000,000, involves a major lighting infrastructure upgrade and runway repaving. Proposals are due May 1, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
This project entails a comprehensive upgrade of the airfield lighting infrastructure and repaving a section of the main runway at Wheeler Sack Army Airfield. Key work includes the construction of a new airfield lighting vault, installation of runway lighting fixtures, electrical infrastructure, concrete duct bank, utilities, and HVAC systems. It also covers airfield paving, runway lighting and controls, site excavation, and restoration. The scope further involves the replacement of visual NAVAID infrastructure, airfield signage, and Building 2067 with the new Airfield Lighting Vault. The work must be completed in phases to ensure continuous mission operations, requiring a strong site superintendent.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price
- NAICS Code: 237310 (Highway, Street and Bridge Construction)
- Product Service Code: Y1BD (Construction Of Airport Runways And Taxiways)
- Estimated Value: $25,000,000 to $100,000,000
- Period of Performance: 760 calendar days after Notice to Proceed
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted, with a HUBZone Price Evaluation Preference
- Proposal Due Date: May 1, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST
Evaluation Factors
Proposals will be evaluated using a Best Value Trade Off approach, where non-price factors are considered approximately equal in importance to price.
- Volume 1: Performance Capability (Past Performance on airfield paving/lighting projects within 7 years, Proposed Contract Duration/Phasing/Summary Schedule, Organization Approach)
- Volume 2: Small Business (Participation Plan, Past Utilization of Small Business)
- Volume 3: Price (Standard Form 1442, Contract Line Item Schedule, Bid Guarantee, Self-Performed Work)
Submission Requirements
Proposals must be submitted electronically via email in Adobe PDF format. The maximum file size per email is 25MB. Offerors must acknowledge all amendments. Written questions must be received no later than 7 calendar days prior to the proposal due date.
Special Considerations
This project is subject to Project Labor Agreement (PLA) requirements per Executive Order 14063. The solicitation includes brand-name justifications for the Trane Tracer Ensemble building automation system and Monaco Fire Alarm and Mass Notification (FAMN) system, requiring compatibility with existing Fort Drum infrastructure. The airfield will remain operational throughout construction, necessitating careful sequencing and coordination. Cybersecurity compliance is required for all facility-related control systems. The contact for proposal submission is Mr. Mohenda Surage.