Construction of Wheeler Sack Army Airfield (WSAAF) Lighting Upgrade Fort Drum, NY

SOL #: W912DS25RA003Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Army
W2SD ENDIST NEW YORK
NEW YORK, NY, 10278-0004, United States

Place of Performance

Fort Drum, NY

NAICS

Highway (237310)

PSC

Construction Of Airport Runways And Taxiways (Y1BD)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

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Posted
Sep 16, 2025
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Last Updated
Feb 3, 2026
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Submission Deadline
Oct 27, 2025, 6:00 PM

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 W2SD ENDIST NEW YORK, is soliciting proposals for the Construction of Wheeler Sack Army Airfield (WSAAF) Lighting Upgrade at Fort Drum, NY. This project involves a major lighting infrastructure upgrade and runway repaving, with an estimated value between $25,000,000 and $100,000,000. Proposals are due April 17, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.

Scope of Work

This construction project entails a comprehensive upgrade of the airfield lighting infrastructure at Wheeler Sack Army Airfield, alongside repaving a section of the main runway. Key work elements include the construction of a new airfield lighting vault, installation of runway lighting fixtures, electrical infrastructure, concrete duct bank, utilities, and HVAC systems. The project also covers airfield paving, runway lighting and controls, site excavation, and restoration. The scope specifically includes replacing deteriorated airfield lighting systems, visual NAVAID infrastructure, airfield signage, and performing full-depth reconstruction of Runway 03-21 shoulder pavement and the southern 1,400 feet of the runway. The airfield will remain operational throughout the project, necessitating phased work and careful coordination to minimize mission interference.

Contract Details

  • Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
  • Estimated Value: $25,000,000 - $100,000,000
  • NAICS Code: 237310 (Highway, Street and Bridge Construction)
  • Product Service Code: Y1BD (Construction Of Airport Runways And Taxiways)
  • Set-Aside: Unrestricted, with a HUBZone Price Evaluation Preference.
  • Period of Performance: 760 calendar days after Notice to Proceed.
  • Project Labor Agreement (PLA): Required from the apparent successful offeror prior to contract award, as per Executive Order 14063.

Submission & Evaluation

Proposals must be submitted electronically via email to the designated Contract Specialist and Contracting Officer. Electronic submissions are limited to 25MB per email. Written questions must be received no later than 7 calendar days prior to the proposal due date. Evaluation will be based on a Best Value Trade Off approach, considering non-price factors (Performance Capability, Small Business Participation) approximately equal in importance to Price. Performance Capability includes Past Performance, Proposed Contract Duration, Phasing & Summary Schedule, and Organization Approach. Small Business factors include the Participation Plan and Past Utilization of Small Business.

Special Requirements & Notes

The project requires a strong site superintendent and adherence to specific phasing plans to maintain airfield operations. Brand-name components are justified for the Monaco Fire Alarm and Mass Notification system and the Trane Tracer Ensemble building automation system due to compatibility with existing Fort Drum infrastructure. Compliance with Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) and Fort Drum's Stormwater Management Program Plan (SWMP) is mandatory. Updated wage rates apply.

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Points of Contact

Nicholas P. EmanuelSECONDARY

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