Runway Rubber Removal and Stripping

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation seeks proposals for "Maintain Airfield Markings and Rubber Removal" at Mountain Home AFB. The project involves runway rubber removal and maintenance.

• Removal of rubber from runways (approximately 420,000 sf).

• Stiping of new instrument control and wing tip clearance lines (yellow and black).

• Optional services include edge markings, cleaning and sealing of cracks, apron edge line removal and restriping, and tow only line removal and restriping.

• Contract type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: 10 calendar days to begin performance after notice to proceed, with completion within 90 calendar days.

• Estimated Magnitude: Between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000.

• Offers are due by 04:00 PM local time on May 22, 2026.

• Proposals must be submitted in original and 1 copy.

• Offers providing less than 110 calendar days for Government acceptance will be rejected.

• Evaluation factors include Price and Past Performance.

• This solicitation is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside.

• Small Business Type: Women Owned Small Business.

• NAICS Code: 237310 (Construction of Roads and Bridges).

• Size Standard: $45,000,000.00 Annual Receipts.

• Performance and Payment Bonds are required.

• Electronic submission of payment requests and receiving reports via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) is required.

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

This document outlines the work required for the "Summary of Work" project, which involves the seal and repair of cracks in asphalt shoulders adjacent to Taxiway Alpha "A" and the Alpha Arm/Dearm Pad.

• Seal and repair cracks in asphalt shoulders.

• Sealant will be applied to cracks ranging from 1/4" to 1" wide, including the use of a backer rod where needed.

• For cracks 1" wide and greater, procedures outlined in UFGS 32-01-17.61, "Sealing Cracks in Asphalt Paving," will be followed.

• The work is located at the Mountain Home Air Force Base, ID, airfield.

• Specific locations are detailed in the provided drawings/maps.

• Submittals require Government approval if classified with a "G" or "S".

• Specific submittals include: Schedule of work, Waste Collection, Identification and Disposal Plan, Contractors Quality Control Plan, Product Data (Sealant, Backer Rod, Backup Material (Sand), Deceptive Marking Paint).

• Work on the Alpha arm/dearm pads must be conducted during non-flying hours/days and scheduled two weeks in advance. This work typically occurs outside of normal runway operating hours (e.g., evenings/weekends/holidays).

• Work on Taxiway Alpha Shoulders can occur during normal work hours but requires coordination at least 7 days in advance.

• The airfield will remain operational during construction.

• Permission to interrupt airfield activities requires a minimum of 7 calendar days written request.

• Contractor personnel must attend the Airfield Drivers course and adhere to safety, fire, traffic, and security regulations.

• Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn in designated areas.

• Smoking is prohibited on the airfield.

• Work outside regular hours requires Contracting Officer approval, with a 14-day advance application.

• Lighting is required for work during darkness.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a map identifying the specific area on Mountain Home AFB where rubber removal is to be performed. It visually delineates the "Rubber Removal Area" and provides an estimated square footage.

• Location: Mountain Home AFB
• Designated Area: Highlighted in red on the aerial imagery, indicating the runway section requiring rubber removal.
• Estimated Size: 210,000 SqFt
• Reference: Includes Google Earth imagery for context and a legend.

This map is crucial for bidders to understand the precise physical scope and location of the work required for rubber removal. It helps in accurately estimating the effort, resources, and time needed for the task, directly impacting proposal preparation and pricing.

Statement of Work (SOW)

To provide rubber removal and new airfield pavement markings at Mountain Home AFB, ID, in compliance with UFC 3-260-04.

• Remove rubber from runways 30 and 12 (approx. 420,000 sf).

• Remove and replace aircraft arresting cables as needed for rubber removal.

• Remove and replace markings on taxiways, parking aprons, flightline road, and other identified locations.

• Repaint taxiway edge and centerline markings on the Live Ordnance Load Area's (LOLA) C.

• Maintain cracks and sealant on the airfield shoulder on LOLA C, addressing small cracks (1/4" to 1 3/4") and larger cracks (1 1/2" to 4") per UFGS 32-01-17.61.

• Fill larger cracks with backup material and sand, applying herbicide prior to sealing.

• Clean existing cracks of vegetation, dirt, and debris.

• Restripe airfield markings after rubber removal, ensuring markings are retro-reflective and outlined in black on PCC portions.

• The total Period of Performance (POP) shall be 90 calendar days.

• Work will be conducted at Mountain Home AFB, ID.

• Markings must comply with UFC 3-260-04 and UFGS 32 17 23 Pavement Markings.

• Reflective beads (Type II) must be used on all airfield markings.

• Markings on asphalt require a black border; concrete surfaces require a black border.

• All work must be coordinated with the Airfield Manager and Project Manager at least seven (7) workdays in advance.

• Night work requires specific lighting and equipment, coordinated in advance.

• Contractor must provide all necessary lighting and equipment for night operations.

• All work must be coordinated with the Flight Operations Manager and/or Airfield Manager and approved two weeks in advance.

• Contractor must ensure all debris is removed daily and does not pose a Foreign Object Damage (FOD) hazard.

• Work is in an 8(A) Small Business Set-Aside.

• Contractor must comply with state, federal, and airfield laws and regulations.

• Wastewater and Solid Waste Disposal must comply with Specification 01 57 19.

• Hazardous Material Usage must be approved and tracked.

• All workers are subject to base rules of entry and exit and may be searched.

• Personnel require airfield access approval (EAL) separate from base access (SF-30).

• Contractor must employ qualified personnel and designate key roles (Superintendent, QC Manager, SSHO) with specific experience requirements.

• No equipment or materials are authorized to be stored on the airfield.

• Government will provide a laydown lot if Contractor chooses to have storage or facilities on MHAFB.

• Contractor must provide weekly progress reports and submittals for review.

• Final acceptance meeting required, with a punch list of deficiencies to be addressed.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an airfield map of Mountain Home Air Force Base (MHAFB), Idaho. It serves as a visual reference for the airfield layout.

• The map displays various airfield features, including runways, taxiways, and aprons, overlaid on an aerial image of the base.
• A legend is provided to identify different pavement markings and airfield elements.
• Scale information and coordinate system details (WGS 1984 UTM Zone 11N) are included.

This map is relevant for bidders who may be involved in projects requiring access to, or work on, the MHAFB airfield. It provides essential spatial information about the operational environment.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Price Schedule for Project No. QYZH 26-0014, "Rubber Removal, Airfield Markings and Shoulder Repair." It outlines the items, quantities, and units for which bidders are to provide pricing.

• Base BID:
  • Item 0001: Remove Rubber from runways 30 & 12 (approx. 420,000 sf)
  • Item 0002: Stripe new Instrument Control and Wing Tip Clearance (yellow and black) (15,000 sf)
• BID Option 1:
  • Item 0003: Markings LOLA C & D (approx. yellow and black) (15,000 sf)
  • Item 0004: Clean and Seal LOLA C; 1/4" - 1 3/4" cracks (50,000 lf)
  • Item 0005: Clean and Seal LOLA C, 1 3/4" - 4" cracks (5,000 lf)
• BID Option 2:
  • Item 0006: Remove and Restripe, apron edge lines (approx. 52,500 sf) (yellow and black) (25,500 sf)
  • Item 0007: Remove and/or Restripe Various Lines (AGE Boxes, tow lines, parking lines) (6,000 sf)
• The schedule includes columns for Unit Price and Amount, which bidders must complete.

This pricing schedule is critical for bidders to understand the specific tasks and quantities for which they need to submit cost proposals. It details both base requirements and optional work, allowing for a comprehensive cost breakdown for the airfield repair and marking services.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Atch 4_2026AirfieldMarking_MapBook.pdf", is a map book detailing airfield markings at Mountain Home AFB. It serves as a visual reference for current and planned pavement markings.

• Grid Pages: The document is organized into 36 grid pages, each depicting a specific area of the airfield.
• Pavement Markings Legend: A comprehensive legend defines various types of pavement markings, including:
  • Different color and stripe combinations (e.g., 2 Black 1 White, 3 Black 2 Yellow).
  • Specific markings like Red 6 inch, White 6 inch, White 18 Inch, Yellow 6 inch.
  • Special markings such as "Tow Only Marking" and "Wheel Box".
  • 2026 Airfield Markings indicating "New Paint", "Remove", "Remove and Repaint White", and "Clean & Restripe".
• Aerial Imagery: Each grid page includes current aerial imagery of the airfield.
• Marking Annotations: Specific areas are annotated with instructions such as "Remove", "New Paint", "Clean & Restripe", and "New Wheel Box".
• Bid Option 1: Page 37, 38, and 39 highlight "BID OPTION 1 - Clear, clean, and reseal cracks, Clean and restripe edge markings."

This map book is crucial for bidders to understand the existing airfield marking conditions and the scope of work required for any potential contract related to airfield maintenance, painting, or repair at Mountain Home AFB. It visually communicates the locations and types of markings that need to be applied, removed, or maintained, providing a detailed basis for estimating costs and planning execution.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides visual guidance and specific instructions for airfield pavement marking modifications and additions, referencing Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) standards. It is intended to clarify required changes to existing markings and the placement of new ones.

• Relocation of Apron Edge Markings: Instructions to relocate apron edge markings to specific distances from the centerline (e.g., 37.5 inches, 10ft inboard of pavement edge, 25ft off centerline) at various locations including flightline roads, adjacent hangars, and between hangars.
• Modification of Towway Lines: Guidance on obliterating existing white towway lines and repainting them to connect with yellow centerlines or hangar door edges, or to extend to specific points.
• Painting Row Numbers: Instructions to paint row numbers on taxilane entrances.
• Addition of Wingtip Clearance Lines: Specification for adding taxilane edge stripes designated as "Wingtip Clearance Lines" at a specified distance from the centerline.
• Addition of INST Hold Lines: Instructions to add INST Hold Lines to protect POFZ & ILA Critical Areas, with specific locations and distances from the centerline and threshold.
• AGE Storage Boxes: Specification for white (non-reflective) boxes for AGE storage at specific intersections and pads.
• References: Each instruction is cross-referenced with specific UFC sections and figures (e.g., UFC 3-260-04, UFC 3-260-01).

This document is crucial for bidders as it details the exact physical modifications required for airfield markings. Understanding these requirements is essential for accurate bidding, scope definition, and execution of any related construction or maintenance contract. It outlines the specific locations, dimensions, and types of markings to be altered or added, directly impacting labor, materials, and project timelines.