Hot Cargo Loading Area McGuire AFB, Burlington County, NJ, part of the Joint Base-MDL, New Jersey
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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 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New York District is conducting Market Research via a Sources Sought Notice for the construction of a Hot Cargo Loading Area (HCLA) at McGuire AFB, Burlington County, NJ, part of the Joint Base-MDL. This effort aims to identify qualified small businesses with the capability and bonding capacity for a project estimated between $5 million and $15 million. The procurement method for the future solicitation will be Invitation for Bids, sealed bidding. Responses are due by April 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
The project involves converting dual non-functioning HCLA pads into one UFC compliant HCLA pad. Key construction elements include:
- Airfield Pavement: 19.5” PCC with 6” cement treatment base and 8” cement modified subgrade, featuring 50’ asphalt shoulders for C-5 and 747 aircraft (1.5” HMA wear course, 2.5” HMA base, 6” graded crushed aggregate).
- Taxiway Construction: A new taxiway with 25’ shoulders connecting to Taxiway “Lima”.
- Lighting & Markings: Construction of shoulder lighting, pavement markings, and exterior lighting.
- De-icing Area: Development of a de-icing area, including drainage and containment systems for de-icer.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (future procurement: Invitation for Bids)
- Magnitude: $5,000,000 - $15,000,000
- NAICS Code: 236220 (Commercial & Institutional Facilities)
- Product Service Code: Y1BD (Construction Of Airport Runways And Taxiways)
- Contract Duration (anticipated): 730 calendar days
- Planned Advertisement: Late May 2026
- Planned Award: By September 2026
- Response Due: April 20, 2026
- Published: April 3, 2026
Response Requirements
Interested businesses must submit responses in writing via email, addressing the following:
- Prior Construction Performance: Brief descriptions of two projects completed in the last seven years, similar in scope (airfield pavement, lighting, or other airfield construction). Indicate on-time completion or reasons for delays.
- Subcontracting Compliance: A statement verifying the Prime Contractor's capability to perform the scope of work without violating FAR clause 52.219-14 (Limitations on Subcontracting), specifically for general construction (85% limit) or special trade (75% limit).
- Small Business Status: Identification and verification as a Small Business for NAICS 236220, including any socio-economic categories.
- Company Identifiers: CAGE Code and SAM Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) Number.
- Bonding Capacity: Demonstration of capability to obtain performance and payment bonds for a project in the $5M-$15M range.
Additional Notes
This notice is for market research only to aid in acquisition decisions, such as determining the use of small business set-asides or full and open competition. It does not constitute a solicitation.