Pavement Repair

The pavement at the Memphis Cotton Classing Facility, originally installed in 1995, is in severe disrepair due to poor drainage and water intrusion that has degraded the subbase, requiring full replacement across three distinct areas: front parking, side driveway, and rear paved zone. The work must be performed in phases to minimize operational disruption, with all construction required to be complete by August 30, 2026. The project involves complete removal of existing pavement and base material, reconditioning of the subgrade where feasible, and reconstruction using a crushed stone base compacted to 95% Standard Proctor density, followed by a tack coat and hot mix asphalt surface. Drainage must be improved to eliminate water retention, with proper slope and grading mandated, while existing intact subgrade elements are to be preserved where structurally sound. Acrylic paint striping is required to match existing markings, and fog sealing is specifically excluded. A sinkhole previously covered must be excavated, cleared of debris, filled with 3/4-inch gravel, and repaved consistent with surrounding areas. All work must comply with the latest Tennessee Department of Transportation Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction, including third-party testing for asphalt thickness and compaction. The contract is a firm-fixed price award under a total small business set-aside, evaluated on a lowest price, technically acceptable basis. Proposals must demonstrate technical acceptability through adherence to specifications, realistic pricing, and verifiable past performance in similar road and paving projects. The contractor must comply with numerous FAR clauses covering labor standards, safety, environmental protections, payment processing, and security requirements, including prevailing wage rates under the Davis-Bacon Act, accident prevention protocols, and employment eligibility verification. Electronic invoicing via EFT is required, and performance bonds, payment bonds, and an irrevocable letter of credit are mandatory. All work must be conducted at the Memphis, Tennessee location, with no FOB terms specified. The solicitation closing date has been extended to June 2, 2026, and all submissions must be sent to the designated point of contact, Jim Roloff, via email. Contract compliance includes ongoing obligations such as VETS-4212 reporting, SAM registration maintenance, and adherence to anti-discrimination and anti-trafficking policies.