RH - Base Course - AVON Park

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) to solicitation FA481426Q0010, dated 24 Apr 2026, makes the following changes:

• Incorporates 'Attachment 3 - Questions' into the solicitation.

• Extends the Quote Due Date to no later than Close of Business (COB) on 1 May 2026.

• Attachment 3 - Questions (newly incorporated)

• Response Due Date and Time Zone (modified)

• The deadline for submitting quotes has been extended from 28 Apr 2026 to 01 May 2026.

• The Response Due Time Zone has changed from Central Standard Time (UTC -6) to Eastern Daylight Time (UTC -4).

• A signed copy of this amendment is required to be submitted with any quotes to be considered for award.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation for the provision and delivery of Graded Crushed Aggregate Base Course (GCA) for the Avon Park Air Force Range in Avon Park, Florida. The solicitation number is FA481426Q00100001.

• Provision and delivery of Graded Crushed Aggregate Base Course (GCA).

• The material must be in accordance with Attachment 1 - SOW dated 9 April 2026 and Attachment 2 - GCA Material Specification.

• The primary line item (0001) is for 16,410 Net Tons (2,000 LB) of GCA.

• An option line item (0002) is for 1,000 Net Tons (2,000 LB) of GCA.

• Pricing Arrangement: Firm Fixed Price for both line items.

• Delivery for line item 0001 is on or before 03 July 2026.

• Delivery for the option line item 0002 is from the date of lead time event to completion of performance, within 15 calendar days.

• FOB Details: Contractor Destination.

• Offer Due Date/Local Time: 01 May 2026, 05:00 PM.

• RFI Questions must be submitted no later than close of business (COB) 21 April 2026.

• Evaluation factors will include Technical Acceptability and Price.

• The government will award to the responsible Offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous.

• The acquisition is set aside 100% for Small Business.

• NAICS Code: 324121

• Size Standard: 500

• The solicitation incorporates by reference FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-4.

• Payment requests and receiving reports are to be submitted via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides answers to vendor questions regarding the RH - Base Course - AVON PARK FA481426Q0010 opportunity.

• Crushed Concrete Material: Recycled concrete aggregate (RCA) may be used for the base course if it consists of previously hardened Portland cement or other concrete with a pozzolanic binder, has a constant gradation, and is free of reinforcing steel, bituminous concrete surfacing, and other foreign material.
• Material Handling: The material will be stockpiled, not spread.
• Working Hours: The specified working hours are 0600 - 1700.
• Dump Trucks: There are no specific requirements for the types of dump trucks to be used for deliveries.
• Delivery Requirements: A minimum delivery of 1,500 units and a maximum of 3,500 units per day is required.

These clarifications provide specific details on material acceptance, handling, working hours, and delivery quantities, which may impact how bidders prepare their proposals and plan their logistics.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the provision and delivery of Graded Crushed Aggregate Base Course (GCA) for the Avon Park Air Force Range in Avon Park, Florida. The acquisition is set aside 100% for Small Business.

• Graded Crushed Aggregate Base Course (GCA) in accordance with Attachment 1 - SOW and Attachment 2 - GCA Material Specification.

• Delivery is FOB Destination.

• Pricing Arrangement: Firm Fixed Price.

• Option for Increased Quantity: Separately Priced Line Item (CLIN 0002).

• Offer Due Date: April 28, 2026, 05:00 PM.

• RFI Questions Due: Close of business (COB) April 21, 2026.

• Evaluation Factors: Technical Acceptability and Price.

• Proposals will be evaluated to determine the offer most advantageous to the Government.

• 100% Small Business Set-Aside.

• The solicitation incorporates by reference FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-4.

• Payment requests and receiving reports are to be submitted via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).

• The document includes various FAR and DFARS clauses related to contract administration, disputes, subcontracting limitations, and health and safety.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the provision and delivery of Graded Crushed Aggregate Base Course (GCA) for the Avon Park Air Force Range in Avon Park, Florida. The solicitation number is FA481426Q0010.

• Graded Crushed Aggregate Base Course (GCA) in accordance with Attachment 1 - SOW dated 9 April 2026 and Attachment 2 - GCA Material Specification.

• The contract type is Firm Fixed Price for both the base item and the option line item.

• The base item (0001) quantity is 16,410 Net Ton (2,000 LB).

• The option line item (0002) quantity is 1,000 Net Ton (2,000 LB), marked as "Not to Exceed."

• Offer Due Date: 28 April 2026, 05:00 PM Local Time.

• RFI Questions must be submitted no later than 21 April 2026.

• Evaluation factors will include Technical Acceptability and Price.

• The Government will award to the responsible Offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous.

• This acquisition is set aside 100% for Small Business.

• NAICS Code: 324121

• Size Standard: 500

• The solicitation incorporates by reference FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-4.

• Payment will be made via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).

• Delivery for the base item (0001) is on or before 03 July 2026.

• Delivery for the option line item (0002) is 1,000 Net Ton (2,000 LB) from date of lead time event to completion of performance, within 15 calendar days of option exercised.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This SOW outlines the requirements for providing Graded Crushed Aggregate Base Course (GCA) for taxiway and assault strip improvements at Avon Park Air Force Range (AVPAFR).

• Provide a base quantity of 16,410 tons of GCA, with an option for up to 1,000 additional tons.

• GCA will be used for taxiway Hotel and the C-17 Assault strip.

• The taxiway is a Type A traffic area supporting C-17 Operations, and the assault strip must support Modified Heavy Aircraft.

• The contractor is responsible for all plant, labor, material, design, and supervision.

• Field and laboratory quality control testing are required.

• Deliveries must be made in pre-coordinated intervals.

• Deliveries are to the vicinity of Avon Park, FL 33825.

• Contractor must coordinate specific delivery dates and times with the Project Inspector at least 72 hours in advance.

• Contractor is responsible for maintaining the stockpile area to prevent segregation and contamination.

• Test every 2,500 tons of GCA delivered, including Gradation Analysis, Liquid Limit and Plasticity Index, Moisture Density Relationship, Wear, and Flat and Elongated Pieces.

• The government reserves the right to test material upon delivery.

• Contractor must produce a minimum sub-lot of 1,500 tons in an eight-hour period.

• Delivery to Avon Park Air Force Range, Avon Park, Florida.

• GCA must conform to UFGS 32.11.23 and AASHTO #57.

• Design must strictly adhere to Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) and AVPAFR Design Standards; the most stringent standard applies in case of conflict.

• Contractor must submit two (2) submittals for GCA design mix approval within 15 days of contract award, including tests for L.A. Abrasion, Gradation Analysis, Degree of Compaction, Liquid Limit and Plasticity Index, Clay Lumps and Friable Particles, and Flat and Elongated Particles.

• Equivalent engineering tests may be submitted with technical justification for approval.

• A comprehensive Safety Plan must be submitted for review and approval prior to work commencement, complying with all applicable regulations.

• Drivers must be licensed, capable of operating heavy machinery, legally allowed on military installations, carry proper identification, and be reachable via cell phone.

• Site cleanup of mud, dirt, debris, foreign objects, trash, or spills is required daily or as soon as practicable.

• Pricing is required on a per-unit (per ton) basis for both base and optional quantities.

• Final payment is contingent upon government acceptance of all delivered GCA, reconciliation of delivery tickets, and satisfactory completion of work.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document specifies the material requirements for Granular Coarse Aggregate (GCA) to be used in the project. It outlines the standards and tolerances that the GCA must meet.

• Conformity: GCA must conform to Uniform Guide Specifications (UFGS) 32.11.23 and AASHTO #57.
• Material Description: GCA should consist of clean, sound, durable particles of crushed stone, angular sand, or other approved materials, free of silt and clay (ASTM D247).
• Liquid Limit and Plasticity Index: Maximums are 25 and 5, respectively, for material passing the N. 40 sieve.
• Loss Percentage: Maximum 40 percent loss when tested per ASTM C131/C131.
• Gradation (Table 1): Specifies the percentage by weight passing various mesh sieves (1 inch, ½ inch, No. 4, No. 10, No. 40, No. 200).
• Compliance Tolerances (Table 2): Details acceptable tolerances for Grade, Smoothness, Individual Test Total Thickness, Average Job Thickness, and Compaction.

Bidders must ensure that any GCA material they propose to use or supply for this opportunity meets all the specifications and tolerances outlined in this document. Failure to comply may result in rejection of the material. This attachment is critical for understanding material quality requirements.