Pavement Repair
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 U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), specifically the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, is seeking quotes for Pavement Repair at the Memphis Cotton Classing Facility in Memphis, TN. The project involves replacing the entire paved area, which is in severe disrepair due to poor drainage and subbase degradation. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due June 2, 2026, at noon CT.
Scope of Work
The project entails comprehensive pavement repair and replacement. Key tasks include:
- Full-depth sawcuts, removal, and disposal of existing surface pavement and base material.
- Reworking existing subgrade to meet TDOT standards, preserving where possible and replacing where necessary to ensure proper drainage and sloping.
- Placing and compacting crushed stone base, applying tack coat, and placing HMAC surface.
- Cleaning and sealing cracks larger than 1/4" within the working area.
- Restriping of the new pavement using acrylic paint to match existing striping.
- Repair of a specific sinkhole, involving clearing debris, filling with appropriate material (e.g., 3/4" gravel), and asphalt with the back lot.
- Fog seal is not required. The project is expected to be completed in three phases (front parking, side driveway, rear paved area) to minimize operational impact, with a lump sum award anticipated. All work must comply with the latest Tennessee Department of Transportation's "Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction." The entire project must be completed no later than August 30, 2026.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Request for Quotations - RFQ)
- Estimated Magnitude: Between $500,000 and $1,000,000
- Award Type: Firm-Fixed-Price contract
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Quotes Due: June 2, 2026, at 12:00 PM CT
- Published Date: May 19, 2026
Evaluation
Award will be based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) approach. Only the lowest-priced quote will be evaluated for technical acceptability, which is based on relevant experience with similar paving work. Past performance will be assessed based on contractor reputation and adherence to schedules. The government intends to award without negotiations.
Additional Notes
- Site Visit: A site visit was scheduled for April 29, 2026, at 10:00 AM CT at 3275 Appling Rd, Memphis, TN 38133.
- Wage Rates: Bidders must adhere to Federal Construction Wage Rates for Shelby County, TN (Attachment 3).
- Contact: Jim Roloff (james.g.roloff@usda.gov, 6125907603).
- Amendments: This opportunity has undergone multiple amendments, with the latest (Amendment 3) replacing the original Statement of Work and extending the quote deadline.