Construction of Wheeler Sack Army Airfield (WSAAF) Lighting Upgrade Fort Drum, NY

SOL #: W912DS25RA003Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Army
W2SD ENDIST NEW YORK
NEW YORK, NY, 10278-0004, United States

Place of Performance

Fort Drum, NY

NAICS

Highway (237310)

PSC

Construction Of Airport Runways And Taxiways (Y1BD)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

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Posted
Sep 16, 2025
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Last Updated
May 6, 2026
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Submission Deadline
Oct 29, 2025, 6:00 PM

Qualification Details

Fit reasons
  • NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
  • Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
  • Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
  • Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps

Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.

Quick Summary

The Department of the Army is soliciting proposals for a major Airfield Lighting Upgrade and Runway Repaving project at Wheeler Sack Army Airfield (WSAAF), Fort Drum, NY. This unrestricted opportunity, with a HubZone Price Evaluation Preference, involves extensive construction to modernize airfield infrastructure while maintaining continuous mission operations. Proposals are due May 15, 2026.

Project Overview

This project, identified as W912DS25RA003, entails a comprehensive upgrade of the airfield's lighting systems and partial runway reconstruction. Key components include:

  • Construction of a new Airfield Lighting Vault (AFLV) to replace Building 2067.
  • Installation of new runway, runway end, approach, and North Ramp lighting.
  • Full-depth reconstruction of Runway 03-21 shoulder pavement and the southern 1,400 feet of the runway.
  • Replacement of visual NAVAID infrastructure, airfield signage, and lighting controls in the Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT), Base Operations, and the new AFLV.
  • Integration of new electrical systems, including an Airfield Lighting Control and Monitoring System (ALCMS), a 1,000 kW emergency generator, transformers, switchgear, and distribution systems.
  • Implementation of BACnet-based Direct Digital Control (DDC) and Utility Monitoring and Control Systems (UMCS.
  • Required use of brand-name Monaco Fire Alarm and Mass Notification (FAMN) system and Trane Tracer Ensemble building automation system for compatibility with existing Fort Drum infrastructure.
  • Extensive site excavation, concrete duct bank installation, utilities, HVAC, and site restoration.

Contract Details & Requirements

  • Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.
  • Estimated Magnitude: Between $25,000,000 and $100,000,000.
  • NAICS Code: 237310 (Highway, Street and Bridge Construction).
  • Period of Performance: 760 calendar days after Notice to Proceed.
  • Place of Performance: Fort Drum, NY.
  • Project Labor Agreement (PLA): Required per Executive Order 14063.
  • Operational Constraints: The airfield must remain operational throughout construction, necessitating phased work and close coordination. A strong site superintendent is required.
  • Environmental & Safety: Strict adherence to environmental regulations (e.g., Endangered Species Act, PFAS handling, SWPPP), airfield ground safety, and security protocols. Seismic protection for mechanical and electrical equipment is mandatory.
  • Technical: Requires power system studies, extensive testing, commissioning, and specific warranties (e.g., 20-year roof/wall, 5-year installer).

Submission & Evaluation

  • Proposal Due Date: May 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
  • Submission Method: Electronic via email in Adobe PDF format (max 25MB per email).
  • Evaluation: Best Value Trade Off, considering Performance Capability (Past Performance, Proposed Schedule/Phasing, Organization Approach), Small Business Participation, and Price. Non-price factors are approximately equal to price.
  • Bond Forms: Offerors must use revised Standard Forms SF24, SF25, and SF25A.
  • Inquiries: The period for submitting inquiries closed on October 16, 2025.
  • Contact: Denisse M. Soto (denisse.m.soto@usace.army.mil) is the Contract Specialist.

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