Bid guide
How to bid on road and parking maintenance at Alpena CRTC for the DEPT of Defense
What the agency is buying
The Department of Defense needs a contractor to perform preventative maintenance and apply pavement markings on roads and parking lots at the Alpena Combat Readiness Training Center (CRTC) in Alpena, Michigan. This is a 100% small-business set-aside opportunity.
The estimated value of this contract is between $500,000 and $1,000,000. The work has a performance period of 365 days after the Notice to Proceed. This is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for commercial construction services.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on July 29, 2026. A site visit was held on July 28, 2026. All questions regarding the solicitation were due by August 5, 2026, at 1:00 PM Local Time.
All bids must be submitted by August 13, 2026, at 1:00 PM Local Time. Electronic submissions are not authorized; bids must be delivered on paper to the Alpena CRTC Contracting Office Vestibule.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is specifically for small businesses in the construction sector, particularly those with experience in road and parking lot maintenance and pavement marking. The NAICS code for this work is 237310 (Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction).
Firms capable of providing all necessary personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, and quality control for such projects will find this suitable. The work will be performed at Alpena CRTC, 5884 A Street, Alpena, MI 49707.
How to respond
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Bids must be submitted on paper. Deliver your bid to the Alpena CRTC Contracting Office Vestibule, located at 5884 A Street, Building 2022, Alpena, MI 49707, by the deadline. Electronic bids will not be accepted.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review the Statement of Work, the Engineer's Plan set, and all other standards specified in the contract to ensure your bid fully addresses all requirements. Since this is an Invitation for Bid, focus on providing a clear, compliant, and competitive price.
Ensure all required forms, such as the SF1442 IFB, are completely filled out and included with your submission. Double-check that your physical bid package is delivered to the correct location by the exact deadline, as electronic submissions are not allowed for this solicitation. Although funds are not presently available, the government intends to make an award if funds become available, so a strong bid is still important.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from DEPT of Defense; the original posting controls.