Woody Island and at the Kodiak ATCT Remedial Investigation
Overview
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Set Aside
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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 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is conducting a presolicitation for a Remedial Investigation (RI) at multiple locations on Woody Island and at the Kodiak Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) in Kodiak, AK. This effort aims to investigate the presence, severity, and extent of contamination in soil and groundwater. This is an 8(a) Set-Aside opportunity. Responses are due March 27, 2026.
Scope of Work
The selected contractor will be responsible for providing all equipment, supplies, and labor to perform RI activities at four areas on Woody Island (CT Site, Building 605, Former Tank Farm and Pipeline Area, Former Communications and Housing Facility) and the Kodiak ATCT. Key activities include:
- Soil and groundwater sampling, soil screening, and monitoring well installation/development/sampling, adhering to the most recent ADEC Field Sampling Guidance and Groundwater Sampling and Monitoring Wells Guidance.
- Delineating the lateral and vertical extent of previously indicated contamination sources exceeding cleanup levels, utilizing direct read field instruments (e.g., XRF, PID), historical data, and professional judgment.
- Oversight by a Qualified Environmental Professional (QEP) as defined by 18 AAC 75.333.
- Analytical sampling for media and analytes specified in the SOW, including silica gel cleanup for samples with significant organic material.
- Investigation of non-petroleum contamination (PCBs, RCRA metals) at the Former Communications and Housing Area on Woody Island, using appropriate screening methodologies.
- Soil borings completed by continuous coring with direct push drill rigs or hollow stem augers, with provisions for hand tools in inaccessible areas.
- Monitoring wells constructed and installed according to ADEC Monitoring Well Guidance, with specific requirements for flush-mounted wells and potential hand installation in certain areas.
- Groundwater sampling using low flow methods and in-well data collection systems (pressure transducers) for continuous CTD data over tidal cycles.
- GPR surveys and utility locate services prior to intrusive site work.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation
- Set-Aside: 8(a) Set-Aside (FAR 19.8)
- Response Due: March 27, 2026, at 1200 Central Time
- Published: March 16, 2026
- Place of Performance: Kodiak, AK
Response Requirements
Interested SEDB 8(a) certified vendors must submit the following information to be included in the solicitation:
- Company Name
- Address
- Point of Contact name, email address, and telephone number
- UEI Number
- Relevant experience on similar projects within the last five years (include contract numbers, contact names, and email information).
Respondents must be actively registered in SAM as an 8(a) program participant or provide a copy of their SBA 8(a) certification letter.
Additional Notes
The full Statement of Work (SOW) and any referenced attachments will be provided at the time of solicitation. Woody Island and Kodiak ATCT have special access considerations (boat/plane access, USCG coordination for Kodiak ATCT).