DESIGN-BUILD, FLIGHT TEST ENGINEERING LABORATORY COMPLEX, EDWARDS AFB, CA   4

Background
The contract is issued by the United States Air Force, specifically through the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Los Angeles District. The mission of the agency is to provide engineering solutions for military and civil works projects. The goal of this contract is to design and construct a Flight Test Engineering Laboratory Complex at Edwards Air Force Base, California, which will enhance the capabilities of the Air Force in flight testing and engineering.

Work Details
The project involves the design and construction of a two-story laboratory, engineering, and office complex covering approximately 6,968 square meters. Key construction tasks include:

1. Building a reinforced concrete slab foundation;
2. Installing wall panels and a standing seam metal roof;
3. Implementing fire protection measures;
4. Conducting earthwork;
5. Developing site drainage systems;
6. Constructing parking areas;
7. Installing site lighting;
8. Building sidewalks, curbs, gutters, and utilities.

Additionally, this project will involve the demolition of Building 1400, which has an area of 6,265 square meters. The facilities must comply with Department of Defense Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) for permanent construction and integrate sustainable principles as per UFC guidelines.

Place of Performance
Edwards Air Force Base, California