ZAU Underground Utility Modernization - Aurora, IL
Key Dates
Due Date
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Posted Date
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Agency & Value
Agency
697DCK REGIONAL ACQUISITIONS SVCS
Contract Value
Not provided
Codes & Classification
Solicitation Number
697DCK-26-R-00095
NAICS
237110 - Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction
Classification Code
Z1BC
Additional Details
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), through its Enroute Construction Group (AAQ540), has issued Solicitation 697DCK-26-R-00095 for the Underground Utility Modernization project at the Chicago Air Route Traffic Control Center (ARTCC), located at 619 W Indian Trail, Aurora, Illinois. This procurement seeks qualified small business contractors to undertake comprehensive modernization of underground utilities at this critical FAA facility, with all work to be performed in strict accordance with the provided specifications and drawings.
The primary objective of this project is to upgrade and modernize the existing underground utility infrastructure at the Aurora ARTCC, ensuring continued operational reliability and compliance with current standards. The scope of work is classified under NAICS code 237110 (Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction), with a size standard of $45 million, and is further identified by Product Service Code Z1BC. The anticipated outcome is a fully modernized utility system that supports the ongoing mission of the FAA at this location.
This solicitation is set aside exclusively for small business concerns, in alignment with SBA requirements. The FAA intends to award a Firm Fixed Price Contract as a result of this competitive procurement. Contractors should be aware that the FAA reserves the right to communicate with one or more offerors at any stage during the solicitation process.
Key dates and requirements for this opportunity include:
- Site Visit RSVP Deadline: March 5, 2026, at 1500 hrs. CT (attendance is strongly encouraged but not mandatory; RSVP by providing attendee details to Richard Palsgrove at [email protected])
- Site Visit Date: March 9, 2026, at 0900 hrs. CT
- Questions Due: March 12, 2026, by 1500 hrs. CT
- Proposal Submission Deadline: March 31, 2026, at 1500 hrs. CT (late submissions will not be considered)
Offerors are reminded that all requested information must be included in their proposals to avoid being deemed non-responsive. The FAA will not be responsible for any costs incurred in the preparation or submission of proposals. Additionally, offerors are responsible for monitoring the solicitation website for any amendments or updates, as individual notifications will not be provided.
The procurement is governed by the FAA’s Acquisition Management System (AMS), which supersedes the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and certain other federal acquisition laws for this solicitation.
The contracting entity for this opportunity is the 697DCK Regional Acquisitions Services office, under the Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration. The primary point of contact for this solicitation is Richard Palsgrove, who can be reached at [email protected].
Interested small business contractors with relevant experience in water and sewer line and related structure construction are encouraged to review the full solicitation and attachments, available at https://sam.gov/opp/a35c2cc8e98842d5823f747483262c66/view, to assess alignment with their capabilities and to ensure compliance with all submission requirements and deadlines.
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