MT DAR MALM 2026(1), Defense Access Roads FY 2026
Overview
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Set Aside
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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 Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), under the Department of Transportation, is issuing a Presolicitation for Defense Access Roads (DAR) FY 2026 at Malmstrom Air Force Base, approximately 50 miles southeast of Great Falls, Montana. This project, titled MT DAR MALM 2026(1), involves extensive roadway reconditioning and drainage improvements. It is offered as a Total Small Business Set-Aside and is anticipated to be solicited in Summer 2026.
Scope of Work
The work consists of roadway reconditioning, aggregate surfacing, aggregate stabilization, subexcavation, and drainage improvements. Key tasks detailed in the project description include:
- Roadway reconditioning and aggregate surfacing
- Aggregate stabilization
- Subexcavation
- Drainage improvements (culvert and drain installation/repair)
- Construction Survey & Staking
- Contractor Quality Control and Assurance, and Sampling & Testing
- Soil Erosion & Sediment Control, and Watering for Dust Control
- Excavation and Embankment
- Riprap installation
- Topsoil and turf establishment, including Rolled Erosion Control Products and Cellular Confinement Systems
- Temporary Traffic Control (including flaggers and TCS)
The project is divided into six (6) schedules (A-F), with only one schedule to be awarded. Project lengths vary from 18.05 miles (Schedule A) to 52.12 miles (Schedule F).
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Sealed Bid; Firm-Fixed-Price
- Estimated Price Range: Between $5,000,000 and $10,000,000
- Anticipated Solicitation Date: Summer 2026
- Tentative Completion Date: Fall 2027
- Product Service Code: Y1LB (Construction Of Highways, Roads, Streets, Bridges, And Railways)
Set-Aside
This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
Additional Notes
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Primary Contact: Contracts G. Office (wfl.contracts@dot.gov, 360-619-7520).