PROJECT TITLE: GAS ALLEY MODERNIZATION PROJECT AT FORT DRUM, NY
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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 United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) New York District (NAN) is soliciting proposals for the Gas Alley Modernization Project at Fort Drum, NY. This Design-Bid-Build (DBB) construction project involves significant roadway, utility, and security infrastructure upgrades. The opportunity is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside. Bids are due March 31, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
This project entails the construction of a new 730-foot, two-lane road (3,100 sq. yds.), and the demolition and reconstruction of approximately 2,400 linear feet (16,000 sq. yds.) of asphalt and concrete roadway. The scope includes 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 pavement removal/replacement on Ontario Street/Avenue, storm drain and sanitary infrastructure, site/street lighting, a Government Field Office, and four active vehicle barrier units. The project is expected to be completed within twelve (12) months from the Notice to Proceed.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price, Design-Bid-Build (DBB)
- Anticipated Magnitude: Between $5,000,000 and $10,000,000
- NAICS Code: 237310, Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction
- Size Standard: $45,000,000 annual revenue
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business Set-Aside
- Place of Performance: Fort Drum, NY 13602
Key Dates
- Original Solicitation Date: January 30, 2026
- Bid Opening Date (Latest): March 31, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST
- RFI Cutoff Date (Latest): February 27, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. EST
- Period of Performance: 365 calendar days from Notice to Proceed
- Bid Acceptance Period: 120 calendar days
Submission & Evaluation
Bidders must submit proposals for all Base Bid and Optional Bid Items; failure to do so may result in rejection. The award will be based on the Lowest Responsive, Responsible Bid considering the Total Amount for Base Bid Items plus all Optional Bid Items. Performance and Payment Bonds are required. Bidders must acknowledge all amendments.
Amendments & Important Notes
Multiple amendments have been issued. Amendment 0004 (March 13, 2026) is the latest, extending the bid opening date to March 31, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST, and revising FAR Clauses 52.236-1 and 52.211-10. Previous amendments addressed site visits, RFI deadlines, and incorporated geotechnical data and detailed specifications/drawings. Bidders are urged to inspect the site and review all provided documents, including the Specifications Manual and various drawing sets (Parts 1, 2, 3), which detail civil site, utility, electrical, and survey information. A geotechnical data report is also available.