AFO PARKING LOT SEALCOATING
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION NORTH ATLANTIC.ENDIST NEW YORK.W2SD ENDIST NEW YORK · Response deadline: Mon, 09 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, North Atlantic Division, New York District is soliciting bids for sealcoating work at an AFO parking lot. Sealcoating is a protective treatment applied to asphalt surfaces to extend pavement life, prevent water penetration, and improve appearance. This type of work typically involves surface preparation, crack filling, application of coal tar or asphalt-based sealant, and restriping of parking lines.
NAICS 238990 classifies this as "All Other Specialty Trade Contractors," a broad category encompassing various construction trades not elsewhere classified, including pavement sealcoating and similar surface treatment work. This is routine maintenance infrastructure work commonly performed by small specialty contractors.
Key facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, North Atlantic Division, New York District |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | W912DS26QA024 |
| NAICS | 238990 |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside - Total |
| Response deadline | November 9, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET |
| Place of performance | see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This opportunity is reserved for small businesses under a Total Small Business Set-Aside. To qualify, your firm must:
- Meet the small business size standard for NAICS 238990 (see the solicitation or SBA.gov for current thresholds)
- Be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) with active status
- Have any required Dun & Bradstreet D-U-N-S number
- Be prepared to comply with federal construction contracting requirements
No specific socioeconomic certifications (8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB) are required beyond small business status. Joint ventures are permitted if structured according to SBA regulations. If you are a non-small business, you may still participate as a subcontractor to a qualifying small business prime.
How to put together a competitive bid
For sealcoating solicitations, competitiveness typically depends on:
Technical approach: Detail your surface preparation methods, material specifications (type of sealant, application rate), weather restrictions, and traffic control plan. The government will evaluate your understanding of the work.
Personnel and equipment: Demonstrate you have experienced crew leads and sufficient equipment (spray systems, squeegee machines, line striping equipment) to complete the work within any specified schedule.
Past performance: Identify comparable completed projects, preferably for federal or municipal clients, with similar scope, location, and dollar value. Include relevant contact references with current phone numbers.
Safety record: Emphasize your Experience Modification Rate (EMR), OSHA compliance history, and site-specific safety plan. USACE places heavy weight on safety performance.
Pricing: Review wage determinations if the Davis-Bacon Act applies. Construction solicitations typically require firm fixed-price bids. Request any line-item breakdown to understand how the government structures evaluation.
Obtain the full specifications and drawings to assess quantities, site access constraints, and phasing requirements. These drive true material and labor costs.
Next steps
- Access the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number W912DS26QA024
- Download and review all attachments, particularly specifications, drawings, and any wage determinations
- Submit questions through the designated Q&A process before any deadline specified in the solicitation
- Prepare and submit your proposal no later than November 9, 2026 at 2:00 PM Eastern Time
Late submissions are typically rejected without exception in federal construction contracting. Consider submitting early to avoid technical issues with SAM.gov or the designated electronic system.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →