How to bid on Repair Parking Area at the Grayling Air to Ground Range for the DEPT of the Army

What the agency is buying

The Department of the Army is seeking small businesses to repair a parking area at the Grayling Air-to-Ground gunnery range in Frederic, Michigan. This project involves constructing new parking, implementing erosion control measures, and installing stormwater infrastructure. The estimated value of this construction work is between $500,000 and $1,000,000.

This is an opportunity for construction firms specializing in site work, paving, and drainage solutions to work with the Department of Defense. The contract requires the contractor to provide all necessary personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, and quality control.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation was published on July 14, 2026. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for July 28, 2026, at 9:00 AM Local Time, at the Grayling Air to Ground Range. This will be the only site visit conducted.

All questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted in writing by August 5, 2026, at 11:00 AM Local Time. The final deadline for all bids is August 13, 2026, at 11:00 AM Local Time. Bids must be physically delivered to the Alpena CRTC Contracting Office Vestibule; electronic submissions are not authorized.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is 100% set aside for small businesses. It is suitable for construction companies with experience in site preparation, parking lot construction, erosion control, and stormwater management. The relevant NAICS code is 238990, All Other Specialty Trade Contractors, and the PSC is Z2LB, Construction of Other Administrative Facilities and Service Buildings.

Firms capable of performing work in accordance with A-E design drawings and specified standards will be well-suited for this project. The period of performance is 365 days after the Notice to Proceed.

How to respond

To access the solicitation documents, you will need to click the “View original source” link. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account on the portal to view all documents.

All bids must be submitted as hard copies. Electronic submission is not authorized. Bids must be delivered to the Bid Box located at the Alpena CRTC Contracting Office Vestibule, 5884 A Street, Building 2022, Alpena, MI 49707, by the August 13, 2026, 11:00 AM Local Time deadline. Ensure your bid package includes the SF1442 IFB and addresses all required characteristics detailed in the solicitation attachment.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Since this is an Invitation for Bid (IFB), your response will primarily be evaluated on price, assuming all technical requirements are met. Carefully review the A-E design drawings and standards to ensure your proposed solution fully complies. Any deviation could lead to disqualification.

Attend the mandatory site visit on July 28, 2026. This is your only chance to gain firsthand knowledge of the site conditions, which is crucial for accurately estimating costs and identifying potential challenges. Pay close attention to the existing terrain, drainage patterns, and any access limitations.

Submit all questions in writing by the August 5, 2026, deadline. Do not call the contracting officer directly. Clear up any ambiguities early to avoid assumptions that could impact your bid. Ensure your bid is physically delivered to the correct location before the August 13, 2026, deadline, as electronic submissions are not accepted.