Allegheny National Forest Road Grading
SOL #: 12363N26Q4087Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview
Buyer
Agriculture
Forest Service
USDA-FS, STEWARDSHIP CONTRACTING BRANCH
Washington, DC, 202501138, United States
Place of Performance
PA
NAICS
Highway (237310)
PSC
Maintenance Of Highways/Roads/Streets/Bridges/Railways (Z1LB)
Set Aside
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
Original Source
Timeline
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Posted
Mar 26, 2026
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Submission Deadline
Apr 8, 2026, 4:00 PM
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The USDA Forest Service is soliciting proposals for Road Grading services on the Allegheny National Forest in Pennsylvania. This project aims to restore and maintain the drivability, drainage, and safety of designated Forest Service roads. The government intends to award a Firm Fixed Price contract. Proposals are due April 10, 2026.
Scope of Work
The work involves comprehensive road grading operations, including:
- Surface grading, contouring, topsoil re-spreading, seeding, and mulching of disturbed areas.
- Removal of corrugations, potholes, and ruts.
- Shaping of road shoulders and removal of debris/unsuitable material.
- Ensuring proper drainage.
- Mitigation for Non-Native Invasive Species (NNIS).
- Specific equipment requirements include motor graders, vibratory steel wheel rollers, and road rakes. The period of performance is expected to conclude by September 30, 2026. The government reserves the right to prioritize roads.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- NAICS Code: 237310 (Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction) with a $45 Million small business size standard.
- Set-Aside: This acquisition is not set aside for small business concerns.
- Place of Performance: Allegheny National Forest, PA.
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposals Due: April 10, 2026, at 11:00 AM CST.
- Questions Due: April 2, 2026.
- Submission Method: Electronically to thomas.tran2@usda.gov.
- Proposals must be submitted in two separate parts: a technical proposal and a price proposal.
- Technical proposals must include relevant past performance. Proposals lacking a technical proposal and past performance may not be considered.
- Proposals shall be valid for a minimum of 60 calendar days.
- Evaluation Factors: Relevant past performance, technical approach, acceptability, and cost or price.
Additional Notes
- No organized site visit is scheduled; vendors are encouraged to visit the project area independently.
- Bidders may submit proposals for one zone (West or East) or both. If bidding on both, the technical proposal must detail how both zones can be operated simultaneously.
- Offerors must be registered and active on www.sam.gov.
- Applicable specifications include FSSS/FP-14 (303.04, 303.05, 303.06) and Forest Service Supplemental Specifications. Wage rates are required.
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Points of Contact
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Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Posted: Mar 26, 2026