River Birch Road Asphalt Paving

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains the engineering plans and details for the "River Birch Road Repaving" project at the Thompson Causeway Recreation Area in Thompson, IL. It outlines the scope of work, demolition procedures, and new construction specifications.

• Demolition Plan (C-101): Details the removal of existing asphalt pavement and aggregate base, excavation of subgrade, and preservation of existing features like chain gates, bollards, signs, and utilities.
• New Work Plan (C-102): Specifies the placement of new asphalt pavement (binder and surface courses) over a new aggregate base and shoulders, utilizing stockpiled milled materials. It also details road widening and grading.
• Sections and Details: Provides cross-sections illustrating demolition and new work, including pavement depths, shoulder construction, and grading.
• General Notes: Includes project compliance, coordination with the government, site verification, utility locating, and material stockpiling instructions.

This document is critical for bidders to understand the physical scope of the repaving project, including the extent of demolition, the required new construction, material specifications, and site preparation. It directly informs the bidding process by detailing the work to be performed.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document contains specifications for the "River Birch Road Repaving" project at the Thompson Causeway Recreational Area in Thompson, IL. It details the technical requirements for various paving and surface treatment activities.

• Division 32 - Exterior Improvements
  • Section 32 01 16: Milling of Pavements
    • Specifies requirements for cold-milling existing asphalt or concrete pavements, including equipment standards, milling operations, and stockpiling of milled material.
  • Section 32 12 10: Tack Coat
    • Outlines the application of emulsified asphalt tack coat, including material specifications (ASTM D977, D2397/D2397M), equipment requirements (distributors, heaters), application rates, temperature controls, and weather limitations.
  • Section 32 12 16: Hot-Mix Asphalt (HMA) Paving
    • Details the requirements for HMA binder and surface courses, referencing ILDOT Standard Specifications. It covers weather limitations, surface preparation, HMA delivery (temperature requirements), placement procedures (mechanical and hand spreading), compaction (density requirements, roller types, speed), joint construction, and finished surface requirements. It also specifies protection of the HMA pavement after completion.

This document provides critical technical specifications that bidders must adhere to if awarded the contract. It defines the quality standards, materials, equipment, and procedures for milling, tack coat application, and asphalt paving. Understanding these specifications is essential for accurate bidding and successful project execution.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) to Solicitation W912EK26QA015 for River Birch Road Asphalt Paving makes the following updates:

• Performance Work Statement (PWS): The PWS has been updated.

• Attachment 0001 (Specifications): The date on the first page of the "River Birch Road Repaving Specifications" document has been updated from November 2025 to March 2026.

• Attachment 0003: This new attachment, "River Birch Road Asphalt Paving Plans," has been added.

• Performance Work Statement

• Attachment 0001 (River Birch Road Repaving Specifications)

• Attachment 0003 (River Birch Road Repaving Plans)

• The solicitation offer due date and time remain unchanged: March 27, 2026, at 2 PM Central Time.

• All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged.

• Instructions for Quoters have been updated regarding acknowledgment of amendments and submission of quotes via email. Hard copy quotes will not be accepted.

• Clause 52.212-2 (Evaluation - Commercial Products and Commercial Services) requires offerors to submit one (1) relevant past project from the last three years.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document contains specifications for the "River Birch Road Repaving" project at the Mississippi River Basin Thompson Causeway Recreational Area in Thompson, IL. It details the technical requirements for the paving work.

• Division 32 - Exterior Improvements
  • Section 32 01 16: Milling of Pavements
    • General requirements for equipment (cold-milling machine, cleaning equipment).
    • Execution details for milling operations, including depth, grade, and stockpiling of milled material.
  • Section 32 12 10: Tack Coat
    • Requirements for emulsified asphalt, including material standards (ASTM, AASHTO, ILDOT).
    • Equipment specifications (distributor, heating, cleaning tools).
    • Weather limitations and application procedures (surface prep, rate, temperature, curing).
    • Traffic control measures.
  • Section 32 12 16: Hot-Mix Asphalt (HMA) Paving
    • References to ILDOT standards for binder and surface courses.
    • Submittal requirements (product data, test reports, certificates).
    • Equipment specifications (plant, hauling, pavers, rollers, straightedge).
    • Weather limitations and surface preparation.
    • Delivery and placement procedures for HMA, including temperature requirements.
    • Compaction requirements (density, speed, methods).
    • Joint construction, grades, and finished surface requirements.
    • Protection of HMA pavement after completion.

This document outlines the specific technical standards and procedures that must be followed for the repaving project. Bidders must review these specifications carefully to understand the scope of work, material requirements, equipment needs, and quality control measures to accurately estimate costs and ensure compliance if awarded the contract.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the repaving of River Birch Road at the USACE Thomson Causeway Recreation Area. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Rock Island District, requires a contractor to mill existing asphalt pavement, stockpile millings, and place Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) pavement and tack coat.

• Milling of approximately 4" of existing asphalt pavement.

• Stockpiling of millings.

• Excavation of subgrade and placement/compaction of asphalt millings and aggregate base.

• Placement of aggregate shoulders and riprap.

• Placement of 2.5" HMA binder course and 1.5" HMA surface course.

• Application of tack coat.

• Density testing of HMA binder course.

• Site restoration to remove contractor trash and debris.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: 60 calendar days from Notice to Proceed.

• Estimated Completion: Road usable by May 1st, 2026.

• Submission Method: Quotes must be emailed to CARRIE.L.HOLUB@USACE.ARMY.MIL with the subject line: "W912EK26QA015 - River Birch Road Asphalt - (Company Name)." NO HARD COPY QUOTES WILL BE ACCEPTED.

• Offer Due Date: March 27, 2026, at 02:00 PM.

• Evaluation Criteria: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

  • Technical: One (1) relevant past project within the last three years, similar in scope to this requirement, must be submitted as a Word or PDF attachment. Projects will be evaluated for RECENCY and RELEVANCY, rated ACCEPTABLE or UNACCEPTABLE.
  • Price: Award will be made to the lowest price offer that is technically acceptable.

• Required Submission Items: Completed SF1442, total project price, entire solicitation filled out completely and legibly, relevant past project documentation.

• This acquisition is set aside 100% for Small Business.

• NAICS Code: 237990 (Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction Contractors).

• Size Standard: USD 45,000,000.00.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database prior to award.

• Quantities listed are estimates; contractors should verify and bid accordingly.

• Security requirements apply to all contract personnel.

• Pre-screening of candidates using the E-Verify Program is required.

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses, including those related to contract terms, payment, inspection, termination, and Buy American provisions.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) for the contract. It outlines the Government's methods for ensuring the contractor performs services in accordance with the Performance Based Service Contract (PBSC) standards and the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

• Critical Performance Processes: Contractor must provide all necessary personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, transportation, and services as defined in the PWS. This includes accurate transaction processing, material accountability, safety and security compliance, auditable documents, and timely performance.
• Performance Standards: Assesses schedule adherence, service quality (content, timeliness, accuracy), and past performance (conformance to requirements, workmanship, adherence to schedules, cooperation, customer satisfaction).
• Surveillance Methods: Includes random or planned sampling, periodic inspection, contractor self-reporting, and validated customer complaints.
• Performance Measurement Matrix: Details specific performance elements, requirements, surveillance methods, frequency, and acceptable quality levels (e.g., >95% of services inspected performed timely and without rework, 100% of valid customer complaints resolved).
• Disincentives: Outlines the process for issuing Contract Discrepancy Reports (CDRs) for items not meeting acceptable levels, requiring contractor response and potential further action by the Contracting Officer.

This QASP provides critical insight into how the Government will monitor and evaluate the contractor's performance. Bidders should review the performance standards, metrics, and acceptable quality levels to understand the expected quality of services and the consequences of non-compliance. This information is crucial for developing a compliant and competitive proposal and for understanding ongoing contract management expectations.