Roof replacement at MFE ATCT (McAllen, TX)

This contract involves a comprehensive modification project at the McAllen Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) in McAllen, Texas, with the site visit scheduled for 0900 on December 17, 2024. The scope of work includes extensive civil, architectural, and mechanical tasks, all to be performed in strict accordance with specified drawings, manufacturer guidelines, and applicable standards. Key civil and architectural activities encompass replacing the PVC roof membrane system on both the cab roof and tower catwalk, updating the vinyl sidings of the ATCT including areas above and below the cab windows, constructing stud structural framing and an Exterior Insulation Finishing System (EIFS) on the ATCT, and constructing a perimeter foundation beam for the EIFS. Additional work involves replacing the storefront exterior door, reconstructing the concrete sidewalk at the storefront, moving existing HVAC, electrical, utilities, and conduits away from the new building, and abating lead paint at the building entrance and windows. On the mechanical side, the project includes replacing the HVAC packaged unit on the fourth floor, installing a mini-split air conditioning unit in the telecom room, and installing a common fresh air intake duct for the cab HVAC units on the fourth floor. The contract, issued as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 238160, is managed by the Department of Transportation’s 697DCK Regional Acquisitions Services office in Fort Worth, Texas, with the work to be performed at the McAllen site. The solicitation was posted on December 6, 2024, with a response deadline of January 28, 2025. The project also involves clarifications such as confirming the building’s floor area of approximately 9,400 square feet. The designated point of contact for inquiries is Elisha Distler, reachable via email or phone.