FY26 Airfield Pavement Preventative Maintenance

The contract solicitation FA449726R0003 pertains to the FY26 Airfield Pavement Preventative Maintenance project located at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware. It is a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract with a 365-calendar-day performance period, targeting a project magnitude between $250,000 and $500,000. This acquisition is set aside exclusively for small businesses under NAICS code 237310 with a size standard of $45 million. The contractor will be responsible for providing all labor, materials, equipment, and tools necessary to perform preventative maintenance on airfield pavements according to the specified scope of work. The performance period is expected to run from mid-January 2026 through mid-January 2027, with proposals due by 1:00 PM EST on January 9, 2026, and must remain valid through March 31, 2026. No site visits are scheduled, and all queries related to the solicitation must be submitted by December 17, 2025. The contract incorporates detailed requirements for quality control, schedule adherence, safety, and environmental compliance, with contractor performance subject to evaluation using a standardized scale assessing management effectiveness, personnel qualifications, quality control, problem resolution, and compliance with safety and environmental standards. Wage determinations follow prevailing rates specific to Delaware highway construction projects, ensuring compliance with Federal labor standards and Executive Orders on minimum wage and paid sick leave. The contract administration will be handled by the 436th Contracting Squadron, with designated points of contact including Sgt Mariah Thompson (Contract Administrator) and Mr. Dimas Bernacchia (Contracting Officer). Submission of sealed bids is required via email to the Contracting Officer, and the contract mandates adherence to inspection and acceptance criteria that ensure pavement and related infrastructure meet specified technical and safety standards. The solicitation does not provide explicit details on packaging, invoicing methods, or specialized contract clauses beyond the embedded FAR and DFARS references but emphasizes timely correction of deficiencies, subcontractor payment, and compliance with approved quality and safety plans.