GMF Rochester Ranger District Office Fleet Garage
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 USDA, Forest Service is soliciting proposals for the construction and installation of a pre-engineered Fleet Garage building for the Rochester Ranger District Office in Rochester, VT. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due by April 3, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The requirement is to provide and install a pre-engineered building with an exterior designed to match the appearance of the existing Rochester Workshop. The structure must be supported by foundations below frost depth, designed by the Contractor or building manufacturer, and include a concrete slab floor, power, lighting, and site work as detailed in the project plans.
Key elements of the project, as outlined in the provided documents, include:
- Architectural and Engineering Plans: Detailing site conditions, proposed grading, utility locations, building layout, dimensions, structural intent, elevations, and specific construction details for walls, foundations, slabs, and electrical systems for both base and optional bids.
- Technical Specifications: Comprehensive requirements across various divisions, including General Requirements (project management, submittals, quality control), Concrete, Special Construction (pre-engineered metal building systems), Electrical (wiring, panelboards, lighting, emergency lighting), Earthwork (clearing, grading), Paving (bituminous concrete, turf), and Site Improvements.
- Product Data Sheets: Specific technical details for lighting (LED vaportite, architectural wall sconces, emergency lights, exit signs), security (keyless access locks, motion sensors), and other components (mechanical time switch, Redi-Rock blocks).
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation (Request for Quotation)
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 238190 (Construction Of Other Warehouse Buildings) with a $19 million size standard.
- Period of Performance: 365 days from the issuance of the Notice to Proceed.
- Published Date: March 5, 2026
- Questions Due: March 18, 2026, 12:00 PM ET
- Quotes Due: April 3, 2026, 1:00 PM ET
Evaluation & Submission
Award will be made to the lowest priced, responsible offeror who is responsive to the solicitation, based on a best value determination in accordance with FAR 12.203. A bid bond is required. Potential bidders must review the detailed plans, specifications, and product data sheets to accurately estimate costs and develop a compliant proposal. Independent Government Estimates for both base and optional bid items are provided for reference, requiring bidders to fill in their own unit and total pricing. All quotes and questions should be submitted via email to the primary contact.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Brad Higley (bradley.higley@usda.gov)
- Office: USDA-FS, CSA EAST 13
- Place of Performance: Rochester, VT 05767, United States