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

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the "CONSTRUCTION OF WHEELER SACK ARMY AIRFIELD (WSAAF) LIGHTING UPGRADE" project at Fort Drum, New York. It is an unrestricted solicitation for full and open competition with a HUBZone preference, utilizing a single-step best value tradeoff process.

The project involves the demolition and construction of:

• A new airfield lighting vault.

• Utilities, including HVAC.

• Airfield runway paving and runway shoulder paving.

• Runway lighting and controls.

• Electrical circuitry for lighting.

• Concrete duct bank.

• Site excavation and restoration.

• NAICS Code: 237310

• Size Standard: $45,000,000.00

• Magnitude of Construction: Between $25,000,000 and $100,000,000.

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed-price.

• Period of Performance: To be determined, but the contractor shall begin performance within 5 calendar days and complete the work within 852 calendar days after notice to proceed.

• Proposal Submission Deadline: 2:00 P.M. EST on 27 October 2025.

• Submission Method: Electronic proposals (PDF format) via email to the Contracting Officer and Contract Specialist.

• Evaluation Criteria: Best Value Tradeoff (details not provided in this document).

• Unrestricted for full and open competition.

• HUBZone preference applies.

• A Project Labor Agreement (PLA) is required and must be submitted by the apparent successful offeror prior to contract award.

• Offerors must bid on all items; materially unbalanced bids will be rejected.

• Bid Acceptance Period is stated on the Standard Form 1442.

• Performance and Payment Bonds are required.

• Site visit is scheduled for 06 October 2025 at 8:00 AM EST. Participants must meet at Building 2065, Fort Drum, NY. A security form must be submitted by September 24, 2025.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an "Application for Sponsorship" used to request access sponsorship for individuals needing to enter Fort Drum. It serves as a prerequisite for obtaining installation access passes and involves a background check.

• Applicant Information: Requires Last Name, First Name, Middle Initial, Date of Birth, ID Type and Number (with state), Vehicle Make, Color, Plate, and State, and Relationship to the sponsor.
• Justification: A required field to explain the bonafide need for access.
• Access Dates & Times: Specifies the requested period and time frame for access.
• Days Requested Access: Checkboxes for Monday through Sunday.
• Sponsor Information: Requires Sponsor's Last Name, First Name, Rank/Grade, Organization, Telephone, Address, and Email.
• Sponsor's Signature: Acknowledgment of sponsorship responsibilities.
• Approving Official Section: For internal use to approve or disapprove issuance of access badges.
• Installation Access Control Office Section: For internal use, including NCIC-III checks and control numbers.

This form is for individuals or entities seeking sponsorship to gain access to Fort Drum. Bidders who require access to the installation for official business related to this opportunity will need to complete this form accurately. It outlines the personal and vehicle information required, as well as the justification for access, and the process for submission and approval.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a map of Fort Drum, New York, providing a visual guide to the installation's layout, gates, and key facilities. It is intended to help visitors and personnel navigate the base.

• Labeled gates (e.g., North Gate, Mt. Belvedere Gate, Gas Alley Gate, Black River Gate, WSAAF Gate) with associated visitor and commercial vehicle entry restrictions.
• Major roads and thoroughfares within Fort Drum.
• Locations of various facilities including clinics, recreational centers, administrative offices, training facilities, and housing areas.
• Vicinity map showing Fort Drum's location relative to major New York State cities and highways.
• Gate information detailing which gates are for visitor, commercial, and ammunition truck entry.

This map is crucial for bidders attending any site visits, walkthroughs, or needing to understand the physical layout of Fort Drum in relation to the opportunity. It helps in planning logistics for accessing the installation and understanding the proximity of various facilities to potential work sites.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an "Overall Phasing Plan" (Sheet GC100) for the "Runway 03-21 Airfield Lighting Repair Project" at Wheeler-Sack Army Airfield, Fort Drum, NY. It provides a visual representation of the project's phasing and construction schedule.

• Map: Depicts the airfield layout with proposed work areas and locations marked by red dots.
• Construction Schedule: Outlines the timeline for preconstruction and construction phases (Phase 1 and Phase 2) across three construction years, with specific periods for each activity.
• Legend: Explains the symbols and color-coding used in the construction schedule.
• General Sheet Notes: Provides important information regarding work restrictions, phasing descriptions, and requirements for pavement demolition and mix designs.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the project's timeline, sequence of work, and potential disruptions. It highlights key milestones, such as the start and end dates for different phases, and specific requirements like the submission and approval of mix designs before certain work can commence. Bidders will need to consider this phasing plan when developing their proposals and project execution strategies.