Critical Housing Maintenance Construction at Lowman Ranger District, Boise National Forest, Idaho (GAOA)
Overview
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Set Aside
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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, Boise National Forest, is soliciting proposals for Critical Housing Maintenance Construction at the Lowman Ranger District, Idaho. This Total Small Business Set-Aside procurement involves remodeling six buildings and will result in a firm-fixed-price Purchase Order. The estimated magnitude of construction is between $250,000 and $500,000. Quotes are due by 5:00 p.m. CST on March 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
This project entails the remodeling of six buildings within the Lowman Ranger District. Specific tasks include, but are not limited to, replacing windows and doors, refinishing/replacing flooring, painting/staining, remodeling bathrooms and kitchens, replacing water heaters and furnaces, and concrete work. Detailed specifications are provided in Attachment 3, and architectural/engineering drawings are in Attachment 4. Work cannot occur on bunkhouses or the laundry building between April 15, 2026, and October 31, 2026.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase Order
- Estimated Magnitude: $250,000 - $500,000
- Period of Performance: Estimated start April 1, 2026, with required completion by April 15, 2027.
- Bonding Requirements: Payment and Performance Bonds will be required.
- Prevailing Wages: Bidders must adhere to prevailing wage rates as outlined in Attachment 5 (DBA WD ID20260001) for residential construction in Idaho counties.
Set-Aside
This is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside procurement.
Key Dates & Submission
- Organized Site Visit: February 24, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. MT at Idaho City Work Center (see Attachment 6 for details and RSVP).
- Questions Due: February 27, 2026, emailed to mary.harding@usda.gov.
- Quotes & Technical Proposals Due: March 6, 2026, by 5:00 p.m. CST, emailed to mary.harding@usda.gov.
Evaluation
Award will be made based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) criteria. Technical Proposals will be evaluated for acceptability based on factors including:
- Past Performance
- Technical Experience
- Technical Approach and Project Management to Performing the Work
Additional Notes
Offerors are strongly urged to attend the site visit to gain a firsthand understanding of the project scope and locations. The Schedule of Items (Attachment 2) must be completed with pricing for all line items.