Hiawatha NF Raco 10 Bay Garage Reroof
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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 has issued a Solicitation (RFQ) for the "Hiawatha NF Raco 10 Bay Garage Reroof" project in Brimley, MI. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside for a Firm Fixed Price contract to replace the existing garage roof. Quotes are due by April 23, 2026, at 11:00 AM Eastern Time.
Opportunity Overview
This combined synopsis/solicitation seeks qualified contractors to perform re-roofing services for the Raco Ten Bay Building at the Raco Work Center within the Hiawatha National Forest. The project requires the removal and replacement of all existing roof coverings to deliver a complete and weather-tight system.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary labor, materials, supervision, and equipment. Key requirements include:
- Removal and disposal of existing roof coverings, including shingles, underlayment, and drip edge.
- Installation of new synthetic underlayment, white metal drip edge, and CertainTeed Landmark dimensional roof shingles (Moire Black color or approved equal).
- Application of Ice & Water Shield for two rows at the roof eaves.
- Inclusion of all dump fees for debris disposal.
- Adherence to manufacturer warranty instructions and Michigan Building Code Requirements.
- Compliance with all OSHA and MIOSHA safety regulations.
- Site verification of measurements and materials needed.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 238160 (Construction Of Maintenance Buildings), with a small business size standard of $19 Million.
- Estimated Magnitude: Under $25,000.00.
- Period of Performance: 150 calendar days (approximately 5 months) from the Notice to Proceed, including time for submittals and material delivery.
- Place of Performance: Raco Work Center, 9200 South Ranger Rd, Brimley, MI 49715.
- Wage Requirements: Prevailing wage rates as detailed in the Department of Labor's General Decision Number (MI20260113) for Chippewa County, Michigan, are applicable.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotes Due: April 23, 2026, at 11:00 AM Eastern Time.
- Questions Due: April 17, 2026, at 11:00 AM Eastern Time. All questions must be submitted via email to bradley.higley@usda.gov.
- Offer Validity: Offers must remain firm for 90 calendar days from the receipt date.
- Evaluation Basis: Award will be made to the lowest responsive bidder based on price only, in accordance with FAR 12.203 and 12.204.
- Site Visit: No organized site visit is planned.
Key Documents
Bidders should review the following documents for complete details:
- Solicitation (12445526Q0053.pdf): Contains full requirements and terms.
- Statement of Work (A_StatementOfWorkSpecsRaco10-BayBuildingReRoofing.docx): Provides technical specifications and performance standards.
- Quote Form (B_ScheduleOfItems_QuoteForm_Raco10-BayRe-Roofing.docx): For submitting pricing.
- Wage Determination (F_WDOL_DBA_MI.pdf): Details prevailing wage rates.
- Visual Aids: Vicinity Map, Site Plan, and Building Pictures are available to aid understanding of the project location and existing conditions.