Driveway & Parking Lot Sealcoating and Striping
COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION.DEPT OF COMMERCE NOAA · Response deadline: Thu, 22 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), part of the Department of Commerce, needs sealcoating and striping work for driveways and parking lots. This is routine pavement maintenance work common to federal facilities—applying protective sealcoat to asphalt surfaces and painting lines, symbols, and markings for traffic control and parking spaces.
Sealcoating extends pavement life by protecting against water, oils, and UV damage. Striping covers parking stall lines, directional arrows, handicap symbols, fire lanes, and other pavement markings required for safety and regulatory compliance. see the solicitation for specific locations, square footage, number of parking spaces, and whether the work involves one site or multiple NOAA facilities.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of Commerce, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | 1305M327Q0002 |
| NAICS | 237310 |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside – Total |
| Response deadline | October 22, 2026 at 2:00 PM Pacific Time |
| Place of performance | see the solicitation |
Who can bid
Only small businesses may bid. The requirement is set aside 100% for small business under NAICS 237310—Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction.
For this NAICS, the Small Business Administration size standard is typically $47.5 million in average annual receipts over three years. Verify your status in SAM.gov and confirm your primary NAICS aligns with the scope of work. Joint ventures and teaming arrangements are permissible if the combined entity meets small business requirements and the lead is a small business.
Past performance on similar federal or commercial sealcoating and striping projects strengthens qualification. see the solicitation for any specific experience requirements, bonding needs, or safety certifications.
How to put together a competitive bid
Understand the site conditions. Pavement repair work varies dramatically based on climate, existing surface damage, and traffic patterns. Drive the site if possible, or request a site visit if the solicitation offers one. Photograph cracking, oil stains, drainage issues, and current striping configuration.
Price labor, materials, and mobilization carefully. Asphalt sealcoat pricing fluctuates with petroleum costs. Lock in material quotes or include escalation clauses if permitted. Account for weather windows—many sealcoating contracts specify application temperatures above 50°F with no rain forecast for 24 hours. Missed windows cause costly remobilization.
Striping specifications matter. Federal facilities must comply with ADA accessibility standards and MUTCD (Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices) guidelines. Specify paint type—water-based acrylic versus thermoplastic—and retrofit reflectivity requirements. Include traffic control plans if work occurs during operational hours.
Address environmental concerns. Many agencies restrict coal tar-based sealants; confirm product acceptance. Include material safety data sheets and EPA compliance documentation.
Past performance references. Prepare at least three references for comparable projects completed within the past three years, with contact information, project value, and performance dates.
Next steps
Download and read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number 1305M327Q0002. Pay close attention to the statement of work, any site visit dates, clauses affecting material specifications, and required proposal structure.
The deadline is October 22, 2026 at 2:00 PM Pacific Time. NOAA solicitations typically require submission through SAM.gov or the designated electronic system; confirm the method and allow time for technical registration issues. Late submissions are not accepted.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →