The Department of Defense is seeking a contractor to repair exterior windows at the 126th Air Refueling Wing, Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, focusing on replacing failing weather-stripping and caulking to improve energy efficiency and prevent moisture intrusion. This project is set aside for total small businesses, making it suitable for small contractors with experience in construction and maintenance. Interested bidders should note that this is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation, indicating they need to track the opportunity closely and prepare for a potential bid submission following a site visit.
Analysis by Mindy, grounded in the SAM.gov notice.
Description
PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)
FOR
REPAIR Windows
VDYD262006
SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, ILLINOIS
5 June 2026
1. REQUIREMENT:
a. BACKGROUND: The 126th Air Refueling Wing (126ARW) has identified numerous
exterior windows across multiple facilities with failing weather-stripping and perimeter
caulking. The degradation of these seals has resulted in reduced energy efficiency and
potential for moisture intrusion.
b. OBJECTIVES: The objective of this project is to perform repairs on the windows
identified in this PWS to restore their weather-resistant integrity and extend their service
life.
c. PROJECT LOCATION: All work will be at the 126 th Air Refueling Wing, Scott AFB,
Illinois.
2. PROJECT ADMINISTRATION:
a. SITE VISIT: Contractor is responsible for verifying all measurements and conditions pre-
bid. The Government intends to only hold one official site visit. Requests for additional
site access must go through the 126th Contracting Squadron (126 CONS) point of contact
(POC) listed in the Request for Proposal (RFP) letter. Any additional site access will be
made available to all Contractors solicited for this project.
b. MEETINGS
i. Kick-Off Meeting/Project Schedule – Kick-off meeting to occur within one week of
NTP. Overall project schedule with milestone markers and 2-week look-ahead to be
completed at kick-off meeting.
ii. Contractor shall coordinate with the 126th Contracting Squadron (126 CONS) on bi-
weekly meetings once the construction phase begins. This meeting shall include the
review of an updated 2-week look ahead schedule. Contractor shall provide meeting
minutes within 24 hours of each meeting and allow the Government up to 24 hours to
accept or request changes to the minutes.
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3. PROJECT SCOPE:
a. The contractor shall address the known issues identified in this scope. To the maximum
extent possible, contractors should identify defects or discrepancies not noted below by
submitting a Request for Information (RFI) prior to bid submission.
b. Site Map:
c. BASE BID (CLIN 001): All Buildings
d. Task 1: Replace 1-3/4” Weather Stripping
i. Description: The contractor shall remove all existing 1 ¾” weather-stripping from
the perimeter of the glass on all specified Kawneer brand casement style windows
(active and fixed units). The surface shall be cleaned, and new weather-stripping
that meets or exceeds the original performance qualities shall be installed.
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ii. Installation Note: Installers will cut the weather-strip on a 45-degree angle at all
corners and ensure a tight fit to prevent water infiltration.
iii. Affected Buildings & Unit Counts:
(1) Building 5000: (Approx. 75 units)
Qty Size(inches)
65 72x72
4 72x36
5 69.5x95
1 72x24
(2) Building 5002: (Approx. 46 units)
Qty Size(inches)
43 46x70
2 76.5x104.5
1 36x52
(3) Building 5006: (Approx. 12 units)
Qty Size(inches)
4.5 46x70
1 72x72
7 24x34
(4) Building 5008: (Approx. 39 units)
Qty Size(inches)
2 108x206
33 72x72
4 72x72
(5) Building 5010: (Approx. 60 units)
Qty Size(inches)
23 72x72
3 72x72
17 72x106
17 72x24
(6) Building 5016: (Approx. 68 units)
Qty Size(inches)
49 74x48
5 64x108
13 48x48
1 20 ft x 9 ft
(7) Building 5020: (Approx. 6 units)
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Qty Size(inches)
1 84x84
1 52x56
4 50x34
(8) Building 5022: (Approx. 52 units)
Qty Size(inches)
7 51x51
44 48x52
1 10 ft 7 in x 9 ft
(9) Building 5024: (Approx. 183 units)
Qty Size(inches)
4 71x84
129 39x22
50 44x44
(10) Building 5026: (Approx. 41 units)
Qty Size(inches)
40 18x18
1 Entryway
(11) Building 5028: (Approx. 25 units)
Qty Size(inches)
5 48x70
12 18x39
3 7 ft x 7 ft
5 84x36
(12) Building 5048: (Approx. 8 units)
Qty Size(inches)
3 24x36
4 42x72
1 72x72
e. Task 2: Replace ½” Weather-Stripping
i. Description: The contractor shall remove all existing ½” weather-stripping from the
perimeter of the glass on all windows in the specified buildings. The surface shall
be cleaned, and new weather stripping shall be installed following the same quality
and installation guidelines as Task 1.
ii. Affected Buildings & Unit Counts:
(1) Building 5029: (Approx. 6 units)
Qty Size(inches)
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1 71x96
5 48x46
(2) Building 5036: (Approx. 12 units)
Qty Size(inches)
6 40.5x56
1 86x65
1 135x96
3 24x16
1 56x56
(3) Building 5046: (Approx. 9 units)
Qty Size(inches)
4 24x36
4 42x72
1 72x72
f. Task 3: Repair Perimeter Caulking
i. Description: At various areas that show separation between the masonry surface
and the aluminum perimeter of the window unit, the contractor shall remove the
old, failed caulking. The contractor shall then install appropriately sized backer rod
and apply new Tremco Butyl caulking (or approved equal), color “Dark Bronze” to
match existing. The joint shall be tooled to ensure a proper seal.
g. Any damage to building property caused by contractor negligence shall be repaired at the
contractor's expense. Pre-existing damage must be documented and reported to the COR
prior to starting work on that unit.
4. DELIVERABLES: Contractor shall provide all material submittals to the contracting office for
review using the Air Force Form 3000 (AF3000).
5. SCHEDULE:
a. Performance period: The period of performance (PoP) for this project shall be proposed
by the contractor and negotiated with the government from the date that Notice to Proceed
(NTP) is issued. All work must be scheduled to be complete within this timeframe. Any
modifications or extensions must be requested through the 126th Civil Engineer Squadron
(126 CES) and the Contracting Officer for review and discussion. Contractor must provide
construction milestones to 126 CES and the Contracting Officer.
b. Prior to beginning construction, Contractor shall provide to the CO and 126 CES
construction milestones in sufficient detail to accurately identify all phases/disciplines of
work to be performed.
c. Contractor shall provide general construction schedule, showing, at a minimum, the critical
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