Pavement Repair

Amendment / Modification

• Replaces the drawing (attachment 2) with a new drawing.

• The project scope now includes the entire paved area and restriping of the new pavement.

• Drawing/Attachment 2

• Bidders should note the updated drawing and the expanded scope to include the entire paved area and restriping. Measurements should be taken during the site visit, and the graphic scale can be used to calculate square footage.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Sheet 1 of 1" titled "ALTA Specifications Survey for U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Marketing Service, Cotton and Tobacco Program" located in Bartlett, TN. It appears to be a survey drawing or plan related to a specific site.

• The drawing details proposed construction sequences for pavement repair, including full-depth sawcuts, removal of existing materials, subgrade rework, placement of crushed stone base, HMAC surface, crack sealing, and fog sealing.
• It includes cross-sections (Section A-A and Section B-B) illustrating the layers of pavement and base materials.
• Specific elevations and grades are noted.
• It references "Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction" by the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT).

This attachment provides critical details regarding the proposed construction methods, materials, and sequences for pavement repair. Bidders will need to review these specifications to understand the scope of work, required materials, and construction processes to accurately estimate costs and develop their proposals for any related opportunity.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides the prevailing wage rates for various construction crafts and laborers in Shelby County, Tennessee, applicable to federal construction projects. It is a "General Decision" issued by the Department of Labor.

• Lists specific job classifications (e.g., Bricklayer, Carpenter, Laborer, Power Equipment Operator, Truck Driver).
• Provides the prevailing hourly wage rate for each classification.
• Includes information on Executive Orders related to paid sick leave (EO 13706) and minimum wage (EO 13658) for federal contractors.
• Outlines the process for appealing wage determination decisions.

Bidders on federal construction opportunities in Shelby County must use these wage rates to ensure compliance with labor standards. This document is crucial for accurately estimating labor costs and fulfilling contractual obligations related to wages and benefits for construction workers.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, issued as a Request for Quotations (RFQ). The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking quotes for the replacement of the entire paved area at the Memphis Cotton Classing Facility, which is in severe disrepair due to poor drainage and subbase degradation. The project will be accomplished in three phases, with award anticipated as a lump sum contract.

• Replacement of the paved area at the Memphis Cotton Classing Facility.

• Work to be completed in three phases.

• Adherence to Federal Construction Wage Rates for Shelby County (Attachment 3).

• Compliance with applicable FAR and AGAR clauses, including those related to construction, labor standards, and DEI.

• Award will be made on Standard Form 1442.

• Estimated magnitude of the project is between $500,000 and $1M.

• Award type is anticipated to be a firm-fixed-price contract.

• Quotes must be submitted by May 15, 2026, at noon CT to james.g.roloff@usda.gov.

• Complete quote package must include the RFQ page, demonstration of relevant experience, and past performance information.

• Quotes will be evaluated based on the lowest price, technically acceptable approach. Only the lowest priced quote will be evaluated for technical acceptability.

• Technical acceptability will be based on relevant experience with similar paving work.

• Past performance will be assessed based on contractor reputation and adherence to schedules.

• The government intends to award without negotiations; omissions may result in technical unacceptability.

• Questions must be submitted by May 12, 2026, at 12 p.m. CT to james.g.roloff@usda.gov.

• This acquisition is open to all responsible small businesses.

• The applicable NAICS code and small business size standard are not specified in the provided text.

• A site visit is scheduled for April 29, 2026, at 10 a.m. CT at the facility address: 3275 Appling Rd, Memphis, TN 38133.

• USDA is exempt from sales tax.

• Attachments include: 1 – Statement of Work, 2 – Drawing, 3 – Federal Construction Wage Rates, Shelby County.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

The objective of this project is to perform paving work at the Memphis Cotton Classing Facility.

This project involves the paving of specific areas within the Memphis Cotton Classing Facility. Key tasks include:

• Full-depth sawcut limits for repair.

• Removal and disposal of existing surface pavement and base material.

• Reworking existing subgrade to meet TDOT standards.

• Placing and compacting crushed stone base.

• Applying tack coat to exposed surfaces.

• Placing HMAC surface.

• Cleaning and sealing cracks larger than 1/4" within the working area.

• Conditioning all surfaces to TDOT standards.

• Applying a fog seal over the entire work area.

• The entire project must be completed no later than August 30, 2026.

• The location is the Memphis Cotton Classing Facility.

• A phased approach is expected to minimize operational impact, potentially breaking the project into three parts: front parking area, side driveway area, and rear paved area.

• Separate bids are requested for each portion, though a lump sum award is anticipated.

• The awardee must submit a schedule of work for COR approval before commencing.

• All pavement materials and workmanship must comply with the latest edition of the Tennessee Department of Transportation's "Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction."

• Refer to Attachment 2 for specific details (drawing).