Sources Sought - Pelletized Asphalt FA805126R0002
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AI-generated · Mar 14, 2026A pelletized asphalt product is being solicited for information to support an Airfield Damage Repair program. The mix should be a combination of aggregate and pelletized asphalt with the pellets well dispersed within the total aggregate gradation and conforming to UFGS-32-12-15 (sections 2.1–2.3). Pellets must have a diameter between 0.15 and 0.35 inches and be coated to prevent tackiness. The binder content must be at least 88% by weight asphalt binder conforming to PG 76-22, as certified by the supplier. When the final product is properly mixed and heated to about 320°F, it should produce a quality airfield hot mix that achieves an APA rutting depth of less than 4.5 mm under a 240-lb wheel load at 120-psi hose pressure.
This is a sources-sought information request (not a solicitation). It does not represent a commitment or a solicitation package, and no evaluation letters will be issued. Attachments provide additional information, and questions will be handled through the specified response process.
AFICC 772d ENTERPRISE SOURCING SQUADRON SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE 13 March 2026 1. THIS NOTICE IS ISSUED AS A SOURCES SOUGHT ANNOUNCEMENT FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY. This notice DOES NOT constitute a Request for Proposal or complete package outlining the technical competencies/qualifications of the prospective contractor, nor does it represent any commitment by the Government. Since this is a Sources Sought announcement, no evaluation letters and/or results will be issued to the respondents. No reimbursement will be made for any costs associated with providing information in response to this announcement. No telephone calls will be accepted requesting a bid package or solicitation. A solicitation does not presently exist. 2. The United States Air Force (USAF) has a requirement in support of Directorate of Headquarters Air Force Civil Engineer Center (HQ AFCEC) for the purchase of a specific type of pelletized asphalt to support the USAF Airfield Damage Repair (ADR) Program. The objective of the ADR program is to develop capabilities to rapidly repair damaged airfield pavements. The material must meet the following general specifications: The product shall be a mixture of aggregate and pelletized asphalt mixed together. Asphalt pellets shall be well dispersed in the total aggregate gradation. Aggregate gradation, asphalt binder, and job mix formula shall conform to UFGS-32-12-15 (paragraphs 2.1, 2.2, and 2.3). Pelletized asphalt shall have a pellet form with a particle diameter greater than 0.15-in and less than 0.35-in. Pelletized asphalt shall be coated to be non-tacky. Pelletized asphalt shall consist of at least 88% by weight asphalt binder conforming to performance grade PG 76-22, as certified by the asphalt binder supplier. The final product, when properly mixed and heated to approximately 320F, shall produce a quality airfield hot mix that meets an APA rutting depth of less than 4.5-mm as tested at 240-lb wheel load at 120-psi hose pressure. Please see Attachment - "Request for Information - Pelletized Asphalt" for ALL other important information. Questions concerning this announcement shall be submitted in writing via email to the individuals listed below NLT 1200CST 19 March 2026. Responses shall be submitted electronically to Mr. Justin Brown at justin.brown.109@us.af.mil, Mr. Matthew Martinez at matthew.martinez.37@us.af.mil NLT 1200CST 30 March 2026. List of Attachments/Exhibits Attachment 1: Appendix BB Palletized Asphalt, Supersack Attachment 2: Appendix Z Palletized Asphalt Material
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