PROJECT TITLE: GAS ALLEY MODERNIZATION PROJECT AT FORT DRUM, NY
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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 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) New York District is soliciting bids for the Gas Alley Modernization Project at Fort Drum, NY. This 100% Small Business Set-Aside opportunity is for Design-Bid-Build (DBB) construction services for significant roadway, barrier, and utility infrastructure improvements. The estimated magnitude is between $5,000,000 and $10,000,000. Bids are due March 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The project entails the construction of a new two-lane road (approximately 730 feet or 3,100 square yards) and the demolition and reconstruction of approximately 2,400 linear feet (16,000 square yards) of asphalt and concrete roadway. The scope also includes the installation of lighting, passive and active barriers, controls, site work, grading, utilities, and storm water management features at the Fort Drum Ontario Avenue (Gas Alley) Access Control Point (ACP).
Optional Bid Items include:
- Removal and replacement of pavement and striping on Ontario Street/Avenue.
- Installation of storm drain and sanitary infrastructure.
- Provision of site/street lighting and electrical infrastructure.
- Provision of an operable Government Field Office.
- Installation of four active vehicle barrier units.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP)
- NAICS Code: 237310, Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction
- Size Standard: $45,000,000 annual revenue
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business Set-Aside
- Project Magnitude: $5,000,000 - $10,000,000
- Period of Performance: 365 calendar days from Notice to Proceed
Key Dates & Submission
- Bid Submission Deadline: March 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST
- Bid Opening: March 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST
- RFI Cutoff: February 27, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST
- Site Visit: An organized site visit was scheduled for Monday, February 23, 2026, at 0900, meeting on George Street at Fort Drum. Instructions for visitor passes were provided, requiring submission by February 18, 2026.
- Submission Location: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New York District, Contracting Division, Attn: Orlando Nieves, 26 Federal Plaza, Room 16-300, New York, NY 10278-0090.
Evaluation & Requirements
Award will be made to the lowest responsive, responsible Bidder based on the Total Amount for the Base Bid Items plus all Optional Bid Items. Bidders are required to bid on all Base Bid and Optional Bid Items; failure to do so may result in rejection. Performance and Payment Bonds are required, but a bid guarantee is not. Bidders must acknowledge receipt of all amendments.
Additional Notes
Detailed specifications and comprehensive drawing sets (Parts 1, 2, and 3) are available, providing critical technical specifications and visual representations for accurate bidding and project execution.