Cherokee National Forest Project TN ERFO FS CHRKE804 2020-2(2)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), Eastern Federal Lands Highway Division, is issuing a presolicitation for road repair services within the Cherokee National Forest, Polk County, Tennessee. This project, designated TN ERFO FS CHRKE804 2020-2(2), is a Historically Underutilized Business (HUBZone) Set-Aside with an estimated value between $5,000,000 and $10,000,000. Bid documents are expected to be issued around June 25, 2026.
Scope of Work
The project involves repairing various damaged sites on McFarland Road (FS 23). Key tasks include:
- Grading and roadway resurfacing
- Drain dip construction
- Replacement and cleaning of drainage culverts
- Ditch reconditioning
- Slope stabilization repairs
- Other miscellaneous related work
Contract Details
- Solicitation Number: 693C73-26-B-000015
- Type: Sealed Bids (Presolicitation for future Solicitation/RFP/RFQ)
- Set-Aside: Historically Underutilized Business (HUBZone) Set-Aside (FAR 19.13)
- Estimated Value: $5,000,000 to $10,000,000
- Product/Service Code: Y1LB (Construction Of Highways, Roads, Streets, Bridges, And Railways)
- Place of Performance: Cherokee National Forest, Polk County, Tennessee
Key Dates & Submission
- Bid Documents Issued: On or about June 25, 2026
- Bid Due Date: To be specified on the SF 1442, Block 13a of the Solicitation.
- Published Date: June 10, 2026
- Response Date (Presolicitation): July 28, 2026, 6:00 PM ET (for general inquiries during presolicitation)
- Document Access: All solicitation documents will be available for download from SAM.gov (search "693C73"). Documents will not be mailed.
- Submission: Bidders are encouraged to submit bids electronically as per solicitation instructions.
- Questions: Direct all construction project questions to eflhd.contracts@dot.gov, including solicitation number, project name, firm details, and point of contact.
Eligibility & Registration
- This opportunity is restricted to certified HUBZone Small Business Concerns only.
- Prospective contractors must have an active SAM.gov registration (FAR 52.204-7) at the time of offer submission and award.
- Annual contractor representations and certifications must be completed online at SAM.gov.
- The required annual Form VETS-4212 must be completed online at dol.gov/vets/vets4212.htm (FAR 52.222-37).
Important Notes
Register on SAM.gov to receive email notifications for document updates. Visitors to government facilities for bid openings must present valid photo ID and will be escorted; arrive at least 1 hour prior.