Bid guide
How to bid on Tyndall AFB Non-Airfield Paving IDIQ with Dept of the Air Force
What the Air Force is buying
The Department of the Air Force, specifically the 325th Contracting Squadron at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, is looking for contractors for an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. This contract will cover repairs and new construction of non-airfield pavements.
Work includes asphalt and concrete pavement installation and repair, milling, demolition, excavation, grading, storm drain installation and repair, and landscaping elements like topsoil and grass. This is a significant opportunity for firms specializing in pavement construction.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This is a Sources Sought Notice, which means it is for informational and planning purposes only. It is not a solicitation for a contract award. Responses are due by August 10, 2026, at 5:00 AM ET. Oral communications are not accepted.
After this deadline, the Air Force will review the submitted information to identify qualified sources. If a formal solicitation is issued later, it will be announced on sam.gov and accessible through the PIEE Solicitation Module. Interested parties will need to obtain the solicitation from that website.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for construction firms with experience in Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction, under NAICS code 237310. The Air Force is looking for businesses with a bonding capacity exceeding $10 million, as the anticipated magnitude of the project, if all options are exercised, will be over $10 million.
The contract is expected to be a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) IDIQ, with a base period of one year and four additional one-year option periods. Firms should have a track record of similar paving projects.
How to respond to this notice
To respond, you need to submit specific information. This includes your firm's name, address, phone, email, and website. You must also provide a list of up to three similar contracts completed within the last three years, including location, contract number, description, estimated yearly value, performance dates, and government points of contact (contracting officer and QAE/inspector) with phone numbers.
Additionally, state your bonding capacity per contract/action and any small business classifications your firm holds. Limit your response to three pages, not including an optional coversheet. Email your response to SrA Frances Montgomery at [email protected] or Mr. Joseph Peterson at [email protected]. You can also mail responses to 325th Contracting Squadron/PKC, Attn: SrA Frances Montgomery, 220 Checkertail Way Bldg 36235, Tyndall AFB, FL 32403, by 4 pm CDT on August 10, 2026.
Tips for a competitive response
Even though this is a Sources Sought Notice and not a solicitation, a strong response can help the agency understand your capabilities. Clearly highlight your experience with projects similar in scope and size to non-airfield pavement construction, especially those involving asphalt, concrete, storm drains, and grading.
Ensure your stated bonding capacity clearly demonstrates your ability to handle projects exceeding $10 million. Provide accurate and verifiable contact information for past government contracts. Registering with the System for Award Management (SAM) is required for any future contract award, so ensure your registration is current.
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.