PROJECT TITLE: GAS ALLEY MODERNIZATION PROJECT AT FORT DRUM, NY
Overview
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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 Design-Bid-Build (DBB) construction opportunity involves significant roadway, utility, and security infrastructure upgrades. The project is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due March 19, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The project entails the construction of a new two-lane road approximately 730 feet long (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 includes:
- Installation of lighting, passive and active barriers, and controls.
- Extensive site work and grading.
- Utility infrastructure upgrades.
- Storm water management features.
- Other related work at the Fort Drum Ontario Avenue (Gas Alley) Access Control Point (ACP).
Optional Bid Items (CLINs 0002-0007) include removal and replacement of pavement/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, and installation of four active vehicle barrier units. Bidders must bid on all Base Bid and Optional Bid Items.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price (DBB construction services).
- Magnitude: Between $5,000,000 and $10,000,000.
- Period of Performance: 365 calendar days from Notice to Proceed.
- NAICS Code: 237310, Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction, with a small business size standard of $45,000,000 annual revenue.
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business Set-Aside.
- Place of Performance: Fort Drum, NY.
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposal Due Date: March 19, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
- 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: 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.
- Requirements: Performance and Payment Bonds are required. Bidders must allow ample time for security screening when delivering proposals.
Amendments & Key Dates
- Amendment 0003 extended the bid submission deadline to March 19, 2026.
- Amendment 0002 confirmed the RFI cutoff date as February 27, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST.
- Amendment 0001 incorporated site visit clauses and scheduled an organized bidder walkthrough for February 23, 2026.
- Bidders must acknowledge receipt of all amendments to avoid rejection of their offer.
Technical Documents
Detailed Specifications Manuals and Drawings (Parts 1, 2, and 3) are available, providing critical information on civil site details, utility relocation plans, electrical systems, survey data, and technical requirements essential for accurate proposal preparation.