WWYK240015 - Rehab Tanks 62501E & 62501W
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND.AIR FORCE SUSTAINMENT CENTER.FA8137 AFSC PZIOC · Response deadline: Thu, 05 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The U.S. Air Force is soliciting bids for rehabilitation work on two tanks designated 62501E and 62501W, under the identifier WWYK240015. This is commercial and institutional building construction work under NAICS 236220, which covers new construction, additions, alterations, maintenance, and repair of commercial and institutional buildings and related structures. Tank rehabilitation typically involves structural repairs, coating or lining replacement, corrosion mitigation, and related civil/structural work to restore or extend the service life of above-ground or below-ground storage tanks.
This requirement is being procured by the Air Force Sustainment Center (AFSC), specifically through the PZIOC contracting office, indicating this supports ongoing sustainment and infrastructure maintenance at an Air Force installation.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Air Force, Air Force Sustainment Center (FA8137 AFSC PZIOC) |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | FA8137-26-R-0020 |
| NAICS | 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | November 5, 2026, 2:00 p.m. CT |
| Place of performance | Oklahoma |
Who can bid
This solicitation is open to all responsible offerors—there is no small-business set-aside specified in the metadata. Large businesses, small businesses, and potentially other-than-small businesses under NAICS 236220 may compete.
Under NAICS 236220, the Small Business Administration size standard is typically based on average annual receipts (see the solicitation for the specific threshold applicable at time of offer). If you are a small business, you may still bid but will compete directly with large construction firms. Certifications such as SAM registration, adequate financial capacity, and relevant past performance on similar tank or industrial facility rehabilitation projects will be critical.
Joint ventures and mentor-protégé arrangements are permissible mechanisms for small businesses seeking to enhance competitiveness on unrestricted solicitations.
How to put together a competitive bid
For unrestricted construction solicitations, focus on these elements:
Demonstrate relevant experience. Tank rehabilitation requires specialized expertise—document past projects involving petroleum, water, or industrial chemical storage tanks, particularly on federal or military installations. Highlight experience with containment, environmental controls, and working in active operational environments.
Understand the Air Force's evaluation factors. Unrestricted AFSC construction solicitations typically emphasize price, past performance, and technical approach. Prepare to detail your methodology for tank entry, surface preparation, coating systems, quality assurance, and safety protocols.
Account for Oklahoma-specific conditions. Oklahoma's climate and soil conditions may affect work sequencing, material selection, and groundwater considerations for tank work. Address these in your technical proposal.
Subcontracting strategy. If you are a small business competing against larger firms, consider whether teaming or subcontracting with a tank specialist strengthens your technical offer. Conversely, large primes should articulate small business participation plans.
Bonding and financial capacity. Construction solicitations routinely require bid bonds, performance bonds, and payment bonds. Confirm your surety relationships and bonding capacity in advance.
Safety and environmental compliance. Tank rehabilitation involves confined spaces, hazardous atmospheres, and potential petroleum contact. Detail your OSHA compliance, HAZWOPER certifications, and spill prevention procedures.
Next steps
- Access the full solicitation immediately at SAM.gov using solicitation number FA8137-26-R-0020 to retrieve the statement of work, drawings, specifications, and evaluation criteria.
- Note the firm deadline: November 5, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Central Time—construction solicitations rarely accept late submissions.
- Verify your SAM registration is active and your entity information is current.
- Assess site access requirements—Air Force installations typically mandate security clearances or escorted access; coordinate early if a site visit is offered or required.
See the solicitation on SAM.gov for scope details, proposal instructions, and all contractual requirements.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →