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How to bid on Airfield Stormwater System Repair & Maintenance for the Dept of the Air Force
What the Air Force is buying
The Department of the Air Force is seeking information for repairs and maintenance to the stormwater drainage system located east of Taxiway J at Dobbins Air Reserve Base in Marietta, Georgia. This work is important for maintaining airfield operations and preventing issues like erosion and standing water.
The project involves regrading failed or disturbed slopes and applying sod for stabilization and drainage. It also includes maintenance for basins III, IV, and V on the airfield. Vendors will need to clean existing flumes, pipes, and swales to restore proper drainage, and install new concrete flumes in various locations to improve drainage and prevent future erosion and standing water.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This is a Request for Information (RFI), published on June 15, 2026. The deadline for responses is August 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. At the deadline, the agency will stop accepting submissions.
An RFI is used by an agency to gather information and assess market capabilities. It is not a solicitation for bids, but it helps the agency plan future procurements. Responding to an RFI can help your company understand the agency's needs and potentially influence future solicitations.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for construction firms with experience in stormwater management, drainage system repair, erosion control, and airfield infrastructure maintenance. Companies specializing in civil engineering, landscaping with a focus on grading and sodding, and concrete work would find this relevant.
The project falls under the construction category, specifically for infrastructure repair and maintenance.
How to respond
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Tips for preparing a competitive RFI response
When responding to an RFI, focus on demonstrating your company's capabilities and expertise relevant to the described work. Clearly outline your experience with similar projects, especially those involving airfield environments or complex drainage systems.
Provide specific examples of past projects that showcase your ability to perform regrading, sod application, basin maintenance, and the installation or cleaning of flumes, pipes, and swales. Highlight any innovative approaches or technologies your firm uses that could benefit the Air Force in addressing these stormwater issues. Ensure your response directly addresses all aspects mentioned in the RFI to show a thorough understanding of the agency's needs.
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 the Air Force; the original posting controls.