Concrete

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding the "FA489726QC035 – Concrete" opportunity.

• Delivery Location: Delivery will be to Mountain Home AFB. Contractors will enter through the Grand View Gate Commercial Entrance and will be escorted to the construction site. A laydown/staging area will be provided. Escort contact information will be given upon contract award.
• Additional Documentation: No additional documentation is required beyond mix design submittals and batch tickets prior to delivery.
• Labor Requirements: Only delivery of materials is required; no laborers or finishers are needed for the job. Concrete Truck Operator(s) are required, but the Government will be responsible for pouring and finishing.

This Q&A document clarifies delivery logistics and labor requirements, which may impact bidder planning and resource allocation for proposals.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the requirements for the 819th RED HORSE Squadron (819 RHS) to procure concrete for troop construction of a K-Span facility (QYZH24-0001 TTP CSTR-CNS Storage Fclty, B74999) at Mountain Home AFB, Idaho.

• A total of 236 cubic yards (CY) of concrete is required.

• Concrete must comply with Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) 3-301-01 Structural Engineering, including "Design of Concrete Floor Slabs-on-Ground for DoD Facilities."

• Minimum compressive strength of 4,000 psi.

• Slump test results between 3-4 inches, performed in accordance with ASTM C143.

• Deliveries are scheduled based on project need, with a proposed schedule provided.

• Contractor must contact the Air Force Project Engineer (Capt Dominic Angelo, 412-616-1789) at least 3 business days prior to scheduled delivery.

• Other deliverables include:

  • Concrete Mix Design (in electronic PDF format, itemizing additives) provided prior to deliveries.
  • Physical Batch Plant Tickets provided upon delivery of concrete.

• The delivery address is 366 Gunfighter Ave, Mountain Home AFB ID, 83648 (subject to change).

• The proposed delivery schedule spans from May 7, 2026, to August 22, 2026.

• The document does not explicitly detail proposal submission or evaluation criteria, but implies a proposal will be considered and a mutually agreeable delivery schedule will be established upon award.

• Not specified in this document.

• The proposed delivery schedule is subject to change and requires mutual agreement upon contract award.

• The Government may reschedule deliveries with notice.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products, specifically ready-mix concrete, prepared in accordance with FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation, and no separate written solicitation will be issued. The acquisition is a 100% set-aside for small business concerns, with the government intending to award a Firm Fixed-Price Contract.

• Procurement of ready-mix concrete with a minimum compressive strength of 4,000 psi.

• Delivery of concrete in various quantities on specific dates between May 7, 2026, and August 22, 2026.

• Submission of a Concrete Mix Design in electronic PDF format prior to any deliveries, including itemization and quantification of all additive material.

• Provision of physical Batch Plant Tickets upon delivery of concrete for all scheduled deliveries.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price.

• Period of Performance: Deliveries scheduled from May 7, 2026, to August 22, 2026.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but the solicitation includes a bid schedule with quantities and unit prices.

• Quotes/Offers are due by 11:00 AM Local Time (MDT) on March 24, 2026.

• Quotes must be emailed to the Contracting Officer and Contracting Specialist listed on page 1.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR provisions and clauses by reference; full text is accessible at www.acquisition.gov.

• Evaluation will be based on Price and Technical Capability. Offers must meet or exceed the minimum salient characteristics and specifications outlined in the attached specifications. Insufficient data may result in a "Not Acceptable" rating.

• Offerors must acknowledge all solicitation amendments.

• Quotes must hold prices firm for 60 calendar days from the quote receipt date.

• This acquisition is a 100% Total Small Business Set-aside.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database under the specified NAICS code (327320) prior to award to be eligible.

• SB Size Standard: 500 Employees.

• NAICS Code: 327320 - Ready-mix concrete manufacturing and distributing.

• PSC Code: 5610 - Mineral Construction Materials, Bulk.

• Questions must be submitted by 2:00 PM MDT on March 18, 2026.

• .zip files are not an acceptable format for submission.

• Payment Terms: NET 30, FOB Destination.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document lists and provides the full text for various clauses and provisions that are incorporated by reference into a contract or solicitation. It serves as a reference for bidders to understand the legal and regulatory requirements that will apply to the opportunity.

• Clauses Incorporated by Reference: A table listing clause numbers, alternate/deviation numbers, clause titles, year/month of incorporation, and the section of the contract where they are located.
• Full Text Clauses: Several clauses are provided in their entirety, including:
  • 252.204-7017: Prohibition on the Acquisition of Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services-Representation.
  • 252.225-7000: Buy American-Balance of Payments Program Certificate.
  • 252.232-7006: Wide Area WorkFlow Payment Instructions.
• Specific Requirements within Clauses:
  • Telecommunications: Bidders must represent whether they provide covered defense telecommunications equipment or services and disclose details if they do.
  • Buy American: Bidders must certify the country of origin for end products and components, and identify if they are qualifying country end products or foreign end products exceeding 55% domestic content.
  • Payment Instructions: Details on using the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system for electronic invoicing, payment requests, and receiving reports, including required document types and routing data.

This document is critical for bidders to understand the specific regulatory, compliance, and procedural requirements of the solicitation. Key areas of focus for bidders include:

• Representations and Certifications: Bidders must carefully review and accurately complete all required representations and certifications, particularly those related to telecommunications equipment and Buy American provisions.
• Compliance: Understanding and adhering to clauses regarding prohibited telecommunications equipment and Buy American requirements is essential for proposal compliance.
• Payment Procedures: Familiarity with the WAWF system and its payment instructions is necessary for successful contract administration and timely payment.