Watervliet Arsenal (WVA) Building 152 (B152) Underground Storage Tank (UST) Removal and Replacement
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.ACC-CTRS.ACC-DTA.W6QK ACC WVA · Response deadline: Thu, 12 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Army is soliciting bids for the removal and replacement of an underground storage tank (UST) at Building 152 of the Watervliet Arsenal (WVA), a U.S. Army manufacturing facility in New York. UST removal and replacement projects typically involve environmental compliance work, including tank excavation, soil assessment, disposal of regulated materials, installation of new containment systems, and coordination with state and federal environmental regulations. This type of work requires contractors with experience in environmental remediation, hazardous material handling, and industrial construction at active government installations. See the solicitation for the specific scope of work, tank specifications, and any remediation requirements.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Army, Watervliet Arsenal (ACC WVA) |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | W911PT27QA002 |
| NAICS | 562910 — Remediation Services |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside — Total |
| Response deadline | November 12, 2026, 10:00 AM ET |
| Place of performance | See the solicitation (not specified in metadata) |
Who can bid
This opportunity is set aside for small businesses under NAICS 562910. Under the Small Business Set-Aside program, only firms that meet the Small Business Administration (SBA) size standard for this NAICS code may bid as prime contractors. The applicable size threshold for NAICS 562910 is $47.5 million in average annual receipts over three years.
Eligible bidders should have relevant experience in UST removal, environmental remediation, and working on federal or military installations. Past performance with the Army Corps of Engineers, Defense Logistics Agency, or similar agencies may strengthen your proposal. If you plan to bid as part of a joint venture, mentor-protégé arrangement, or with subcontractor support, ensure your small business meets the applicable affiliation and limitation on subcontracting rules—typically the prime must perform at least 50 percent of the labor costs for general construction or, for service contracts, meet the percentage specified for the NAICS code.
How to put together a competitive bid
Environmental and safety credentials are decisive. UST work triggers EPA regulations under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), plus likely New York State Department of Environmental Conservation requirements. Demonstrate your firm's certifications—OSHA 30, HAZWOPER, tank-specific training—and active licenses for petroleum bulk storage or hazardous waste transport.
Emphasize uninterrupted installation operations. The Watervliet Arsenal is an active weapons manufacturing facility; your proposal should address security clearances, escort procedures, work scheduling around production, and contamination controls that prevent operational disruption.
Price strategically for small business set-asides. Competition may be narrower than full-and-open solicitations, but avoid complacency. Research historical pricing for comparable Army UST projects through USAspending.gov. Build realistic contingency for unknown soil conditions, dewatering, or discovered contamination—common cost drivers in tank replacement work.
Subcontract deliberately if needed. If you lack in-house tank fabrication, corrosion protection, or geotechnical testing capacity, identify subcontractors early and secure letters of commitment. SAM.gov subcontracting reports can reveal which small businesses have performed similar work.
Validate your SAM registration and certifications. Verify your small business profile is current, any SBA certifications (8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB) are documented if applicable, and any required representations in the solicitation are completed accurately.
Next steps
Download the full solicitation package from SAM.gov using solicitation number W911PT27QA002. Review the statement of work, evaluation criteria, and any amendments posted after the initial notice date. Confirm the exact place of performance, any site visit or pre-bid conference requirements, and technical submission formatting. Note the firm deadline of November 12, 2026, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time—late submissions are inadmissible in federal solicitations.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →