How to bid on roadway and parking repairs for the Air Force at Tinker AFB

What the Air Force is buying

The Department of the Air Force is seeking a single contractor for two construction projects at Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The first project involves repairing roadways and parking areas near Buildings 3812 and 3804, including expanding and repairing the entrance to Building 3812. The second project is for the repair of Arnold Avenue between H and M Avenues, which includes full-depth pavement replacement and mill and overlay work.

This opportunity is a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) set-aside, specifically for construction contractors. Firms specializing in highway, street, and bridge construction, under NAICS code 237310, should consider this solicitation.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation was published on July 23, 2026. A mandatory initial site visit was held on June 18, 2026. Only vendors who attended this site visit are eligible to submit a proposal. Requests for Information (RFIs) were due by June 29, 2026.

Proposals are due by August 8, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST. This is the final deadline for submission. The solicitation states that the official deadline is August 06, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET, but amendments specify August 8, 2026 at 2:00 PM CST.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is specifically for Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) construction contractors. The primary NAICS code for this work is 237310, which covers Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction. Firms with experience in repairing and replacing asphalt and concrete roadways and parking lots, particularly on federal installations, would be well-suited.

Given the nature of the work, contractors should have the capability to manage projects involving significant material, labor, and equipment for pavement repair, including full-depth replacement and mill and overlay techniques.

How to respond

To access the full solicitation documents, 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, though this is not always required.

Proposals must be submitted via email to the Contracting Points of Contact listed in the solicitation, or by requesting a DoD Safe link. Ensure you provide separate cost breakouts and technical explanations for each of the two projects within your proposal, even though it is for one contract. Remember, only vendors who attended the initial site visit are eligible to propose.

Tips for a competitive response

Carefully review all solicitation amendments, especially Amendment 0001 and 0002, as these contain important updates, RFI responses, and revised documents. Ensure all required amendments are signed and submitted with your proposal.

Since the solicitation asks for separate cost breakouts and technical explanations for each project, clearly delineate these sections in your proposal. This demonstrates your understanding of the distinct requirements for the roadway/parking repair and the Arnold Avenue repair. Provide a detailed technical understanding of both projects to show your capability.

Double-check that your firm meets the WOSB set-aside requirements and is registered under NAICS 237310. Ensure all personnel involved in preparing the proposal are aware of the specific submission instructions, including the method of submission (email or DoD Safe link) and the precise deadline.