HEAVY EQUIPMENT & PAVER OPERATOR TRNG
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Air Force (772 ESS PKD) has issued a combined synopsis/solicitation to establish multiple Firm Fixed Price Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) for Heavy Equipment and Asphalt Paver Operator Training. This program supports Air Force Civil Engineer personnel (AFSC 3E2X1) and civilian employees at Tyndall AFB, FL, by providing hands-on technical instruction. Quotes are due March 5, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide comprehensive classroom and hands-on training for asphalt pavers, excavators, and graders. Key requirements include:
- Asphalt Paving Training: Minimum 32 hours covering fundamentals, controls, screed adjustments, and compaction for up to 48 students annually.
- Heavy Equipment Training: Minimum 32 hours (including 12 hours per student on excavators and graders) covering safety, inspection, and finish grading for up to 48 students annually.
- Resources: Contractor must provide all instructional materials and specific equipment (less than 5 years old), including pavers, excavators, and graders.
- Facility Requirements: A training area of at least 70,000 sq ft with granular and organic soil types is required.
- Personnel: Instructors must be licensed with at least 10 years of heavy equipment operation experience.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Multiple-Award Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA)
- Master Ceiling: $1,500,000.00
- Period of Performance: May 1, 2026 – April 30, 2031 (5-year term)
- Set-Aside: None specified (Open Competition; NAICS 611519)
- Response Due: March 5, 2026, at 2:00 PM CDT
- Questions Due: February 11, 2026
Evaluation
Awards will be based on Technical Acceptability and Price Reasonableness. Technical proposals must demonstrate the ability to meet all Statement of Work (SOW) requirements, including equipment specifications and instructor qualifications. Quotes must remain valid for 60 days after the closing date.
Additional Notes
Invoicing will be handled via Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) for orders exceeding $25,000, with Government Purchase Card (GPC) options for smaller orders. Individual order limits are set at $325,000 for warranted Contracting Officers.