HUM MALSR Demo and Replacement
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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 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is soliciting proposals for the HUM MALSR Demo and Replacement project at the Houma-Terrebonne (HUM) Airport in Louisiana. This opportunity involves the demolition of the existing Medium Intensity Approach Lighting System with Rail (MALSR) and the installation of a new Patriot MALSR system. The estimated contract value is between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000. Proposals are due May 06, 2026, at 10:00 AM Local Time.
Scope of Work
The project requires professional construction services to furnish all labor, materials, equipment, tools, supplies, and transportation. Key tasks include:
- Demolition of the existing MALSR system, including shelter, light stations, foundations, and access road.
- Installation of new MALS Light stations and Runway Alignment Indicator Lights (RAIL) stations with reinforced concrete foundations, maintenance pads, light fixtures, mounting hardware, and Earth Electrode Systems (EES).
- Installation of new primary power ducts, transformer pads, and utility-provided transformers.
- Installation of new concrete-encased power and control ducts, including bores under Aviation Road, State Route 24, and Bayou Terrebonne.
- Installation of a new 10' x 16' Dupont fiberglass shelter (Government Furnished Equipment) with a pre-installed Patriot MALSR equipment system.
- Installation of new asphalt paved access roads and site restoration. The work must be completed within 45 days after the Notice to Proceed, with all construction finalized by December 31, 2027.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Construction.
- Estimated Value: $1,000,000 - $5,000,000.
- Period of Performance: 45 days after Notice to Proceed, with overall completion by December 31, 2027.
- NAICS Code: 237310 (Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction).
- Small Business Size Standard: $45.0 Million annual average receipts.
- Set-Aside: No specific set-aside is indicated; open to businesses meeting the NAICS size standard.
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposal Due Date: May 06, 2026, at 10:00 AM Local Time.
- Evaluation Criteria: Proposals will be evaluated based on the lowest evaluated price of technically acceptable proposals (Low-Priced, Technically Acceptable - LPTA). Tradeoffs are not permitted, and award will be made to the lowest-priced responsible offeror.
- Site Visit: A site visit is scheduled for May 06, 2026, at 10:00 AM Local Time at HUM MALSR, Houma-Terrebonne Commission, 10264 E Main St, Houma, LA 70363. Attendance is strongly encouraged but not mandatory. Attendees must provide names to the Contracting Officer at least five days in advance.
- Questions: All questions regarding the project, specifications, or plans must be submitted in writing to Samantha.A.Pearce@faa.gov no later than one week before the closing date.
Important Notes
- SAM Registration: Contractors must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM) at www.sam.gov by the offer receipt date.
- FAA Acquisition: The FAA operates under its own Acquisition Management System (AMS), not the FAR.
- Wage Determination: The Wage Determination LA20260002, effective January 30, 2026, applies to this heavy construction project, outlining prevailing wage rates for various trades in Louisiana. Bidders must use these rates for labor cost calculations.
- Organizational Experience: Bidders must complete the "Organizational Experience Questionnaire (OEQ)" (Attachment J.3) detailing past performance on relevant projects.
- Technical Documents: Detailed engineering drawings and specifications are available, crucial for understanding the full scope of work.