Repair Airfield Asphalt Cracks

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding the airfield pavement repair and surface treatment opportunity.

• Application Rates: Surface treatment application rate is 0.010-0.15 gallons per square yard, with 0.020-0.050 lbs per square yard of aggregate. A 1:1 dilution rate is specified for GSB-88.
• Pavement Markings: Removal of existing pavement markings and restriping are not part of this project.
• Barricades/Cones: No barricades or cones are required.
• Access & Escorts: Full ramp access will be provided with base escorts. Personnel will receive a briefing but no badges for ramp access; all contract personnel require escort.
• Surface Treatment Application: Surface treatment will be spray-applied.
• Crack Sealing Quantity: 3,000 LF of crack sealing is a fixed quantity for bidding; actual field measurements may differ.
• Routing: Cracks greater than 1/2 inch in width require routing, and cracks greater than 1/2 inch in width will be widened by 0.125 inch.
• Work Schedule: Work is Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 4:15 p.m. No specific restrictions on "Daylight Only" operations are mentioned, but work hours are defined.
• FOD Mitigation: A FOD mitigation plan is required for debris generated during routing. All non-hazardous waste must be disposed of offsite.
• Testing: Contractor is responsible for costs associated with independent third-party laboratory testing. Friction testing is not required.
• As-Built Requirements: No CAD drawings are required for repaired areas; O&M manuals and warranties are required.

These clarifications provide specific details on application rates, materials, access, work procedures, and submission requirements, which bidders should consider when preparing their proposals.

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

To achieve a fully functional network of airfield pavements that meet or exceed FAA and DoD standards by repairing airfield cracks and applying a surface treatment.

• Crack Sealing: Perform 3000 LF of localized crack sealing on the airfield asphalt pavement. Cracks range from 1/4" to 2" in width and 1/4" to 2" in depth. Approximately 300 LF is on the upper ramp, with the majority on the lower ramp.
• Surface Treatment: Apply a spray-applied emulsified asphalt surface treatment (GSB-88 or similar) to 88,000 SY of airfield asphalt pavements on the lower ramp.

183 calendar days, including the Closeout Phase.

174th Attack Wing, Hancock Field Air National Guard Base, Syracuse, NY.

• Work to be performed by technicians with a minimum of 5 years of experience on airfield asphalt pavements.

• Technicians must be certified as required in UFGS 32-12-15.13 Asphalt Paving for Airfields.

• All work must comply with applicable state and federal laws, DoD policies, UFC, and New York State Code. The most stringent regulation applies in case of discrepancies.

• Sealant for cracks must conform to ASTM D6690, Hot Applied, for Concrete and Asphalt Pavements.

• Surface treatment requires thorough cleaning of the surface prior to application and a test section to determine the best application rate.

• Contractor must provide all labor, materials, tools, equipment, supervision, quality control, and project management.

• Contractor is responsible for any damage to government property outside the SOW.

• Personnel: OSHA 30-Hour Construction Training Certificate required for representatives, and OSHA 10-Hour Construction Training Certificate for on-site workers.

• Safety: A site-specific Health/Safety Plan and Accident Prevention Plan must be submitted. Compliance with HPCON and CDC guidance is required.

• Environmental: Spill kits are required. All debris must be disposed of off-base at a permitted landfill, with documentation provided. Hazardous materials require specific authorization.

• Documentation: Submit test results, commissioning reports, as-built drawings, progress schedules (AF Form 3064), and O&M manuals.

• Quality Control: Contractor must develop and maintain an effective QC Plan.

• Holidays: Contractor shall not perform services on recognized US holidays.

• Security: Comply with all installation/facility access and local security policies. Personnel must have government-issued photo identification. Background checks are required.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an airfield parking plan for the Upper Ramp area at Hancock Air National Guard Base, Syracuse, New York. It details the layout and designations for parking spaces.

• The plan includes a list of parking space designations with associated linear footage of striping and square footage calculations.
• It specifies the dimensions for parking designators (10' x 5').
• The drawing shows the layout of the airfield, including buildings (labeled 138, 700, 613, 644), taxiways, and marked parking areas.
• It includes the "174th Attack Wing" emblem and identifies the location as "Upper Ramp, E-9A".

This attachment provides critical site layout information for the Upper Ramp area. Bidders may need to reference this plan to understand the physical environment for any proposed work related to this specific area, such as construction, maintenance, or operational planning.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, titled "Attachment 10.3 Airfield Cracks," provides photographic evidence of cracks observed on an airfield surface. It serves as a visual reference for the condition of the airfield.

• The attachment contains four images.
• Two images show wider views of airfield surfaces with visible cracks.
• Two images provide close-up views of cracks, with a ruler indicating scale.

This attachment is relevant to bidders as it visually depicts the current state of airfield pavement, specifically highlighting areas of cracking. This information may inform bidders about the scope of potential repair or maintenance work required for the opportunity, influencing their understanding of the project's demands and the necessary approach for proposal preparation.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a General Decision Number (NY20260016) for Heavy and Highway Construction Projects in Onondaga County, New York, effective January 30, 2026. It lists prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for various construction trades, including Bricklayers, Cement Masons, Carpenters, Electricians (multiple classifications), Painters, Plumbers, Pipefitters, Steamfitters, Roofers, Sheet Metal Workers, Glaziers, and Laborers (multiple groups). It also includes classifications and rates for Power Equipment Operators for both Tunnel and Shaft work and general construction.

This document is crucial for bidders on construction projects in Onondaga County, New York, that are subject to the Davis-Bacon Act. It provides the legally mandated minimum wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to laborers and mechanics employed on the project. Bidders must use this information to accurately calculate labor costs in their proposals and ensure compliance with federal labor laws. The document also outlines procedures for wage determination appeals and notes Executive Order requirements regarding paid sick leave and minimum wage for federal contractors.

Solicitation

This solicitation, W50S8N26QA0180001, is for the "REPAIR AIRFIELD ASPHALT PROJECT" located at the 174th Attack Wing Hancock Field, Syracuse, NY. The project involves repairing airfield cracks and surface coating. This is a 100% total small business set-aside.

• Scope of Work: Repair of airfield cracks and surface coating on airfield pavements.

• Deliverables: Completion of all work related to the repair and maintenance of airfield pavements.

• Quality: All work must meet contract requirements as per the Statement of Work (SOW).

• Contractor Responsibilities: Furnishing all labor, equipment, tools, appliances, transportation, and materials. Providing daily on-site project management, supervision, and quality control.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Project Magnitude: Estimated between $250,000 and $500,000.

• NAICS Code: 237310 (Construction of Roads and Sidewalks).

• Size Standard: $45.0 Million.

• Bonds: Payment, Performance, and Bid Bonds are required.

• Offer Due Date: 05 May 2026, 02:00 PM.

• Solicitation Issue Date: 15 April 2026.

• Evaluation: Not explicitly detailed in the provided pages, but standard FAR clauses apply.

• Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• Site Visit: Scheduled for April 28, 2026, at 10:00 AM. Attendance is recommended.

• Contact: Briana McCaffery, BRIANA.MCCAFFERY@US.AF.MIL, 315-233-2130.

• FAR Clauses: Numerous FAR and DFARS clauses are incorporated by reference, including those related to small business, payment, unique item identification, and contract terms and conditions.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the "REPAIR AIRFIELD ASPHALT PROJECT" located at the 174th Attack Wing, Hancock Field Air National Guard Base, Syracuse, NY. The project involves repairing airfield cracks and applying surface coating.

• Furnishing all labor, equipment, tools, appliances, transportation, and materials for airfield pavement repair and maintenance.

• Ensuring all work is completed without damage to other government property.

• Providing daily on-site project management, supervision, and quality control.

• Meeting contract requirements in accordance with the Statement of Work (SOW).

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)

• Estimated Project Magnitude: Between $250,000 and $500,000.

• NAICS Code: 237310 (Construction of Highways, Streets, and Bridges)

• Size Standard: $45.0 Million

• Payment, Performance, and Bid Bonds are required.

• Offer Due Date/Local Time: 05 May 2026, 02:00 PM.

• A Site Visit will be held on April 28, 2026, at 10:00 AM.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5 by reference.

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

• The period of performance is 183 Calendar Days from the Date of Notice to Proceed.

• Inspection and Acceptance Location: Both Destination.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an Airfield Parking Plan for Hancock Air National Guard Base in Syracuse, New York. It details the layout and designations for parking areas on the lower ramp.

• Provides designations for parking spots, including dimensions (e.g., (6) - 10' x 5' parking designators, 300 SF).
• Includes calculations for painted stripes, such as 6,551 LF of 6" (W) stripe equating to 3,300 SF, rounded to the nearest hundred.
• Shows various buildings and numbered parking areas (e.g., 644, 646, 624, 611, 618, 801, 802, 803, 804, 805).
• Includes a legend with numerical designations and their corresponding values.

This plan is crucial for understanding the physical layout of the airfield's lower ramp, including parking configurations and markings. Bidders may need this information to assess requirements related to airfield operations, maintenance, or construction activities described in other parts of the solicitation.