Construct Main Gate Canopy

This solicitation, identified as W50S8D26QA011, seeks firm fixed-price proposals for the construction of a main gate canopy at the 105th Airlift Wing, Stewart Air National Guard Base in Newburgh, New York. The project, designated as WHAY202001, must be completed within a 180-day performance period starting July 1, 2026, and ending December 27, 2026. The contract is set aside exclusively for small businesses under the SBA (FAR 19.5) and requires all offerors to be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) before submitting quotes. Proposals are due by May 29, 2026, at 11:00 AM EST and must be submitted electronically via email, following the instructions on SF 1442, including full completion of all required documents and pricing schedules. Key requirements include mandatory attendance at a pre-proposal conference and site visit on May 20, 2026, with prior registration needed. The evaluation will follow a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology, where price is the primary award factor but only bids meeting all technical capability criteria—such as relevant past experience and a complete project schedule—will be considered. The solicitation incorporates extensive FAR and DFARS clauses tailored for construction, small business compliance, security, labor standards, and government property control. Contractor personnel must adhere to strict security and safety protocols, including obtaining appropriate clearances, background checks, antiterrorism training, and wearing safety vests on site. Inspection and acceptance of work will be conducted at the job site, relying on established quality control plans and government oversight. Invoicing will be managed primarily through Wide Area Workflow (WAWF), with detailed payment coordination handled by the 105th Contracting Office. The solicitation specifies compliance with MIL-STD-129 for shipment marking and OSHA and environmental safety standards throughout the project execution.