ID FLAP BONNER 841(1), Trestle Creek Road, MP 100 to 103.7
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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.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), Western Federal Lands Division, has issued a Presolicitation Notice for the ID FLAP BONNER 841(1) project, involving the reconstruction and paving of Trestle Creek Road (MP 100 to 103.7) in Bonner County, Idaho. This project aims to create an all-weather, single-lane road with turnouts, providing year-round access to the Kaniksu National Forest. The contract is anticipated to be a Negotiated, Firm-Fixed-Price agreement, with an estimated value between $5,000,000 and $10,000,000. The solicitation is expected in Fall 2025, with a tentative project completion date of Fall/Winter 2026.
Project Overview
This project, located approximately 13 miles east of Sandpoint, Idaho, focuses on improving 3.75 miles of Trestle Creek Road (US Forest Service Route 275). The primary objective is to enhance road durability and accessibility for the Kaniksu National Forest. Preliminary plans and additional project information are currently available.
Scope of Work
The comprehensive scope of work includes:
- Roadway Improvements: Placement of riprap, roadway aggregate, and asphalt concrete pavement.
- Structural Enhancements: Reconstruction to match existing width, strategic widening for turnouts, and associated intersection improvements.
- Drainage & Environmental: Drainage improvements, including culvert replacements, and limited stream bank restoration.
- Safety Features: Installation of roadside safety improvements such as signage, pavement markings, and delineators.
- Detailed Divisions: The project encompasses various divisions including Project Requirements, Earthwork, Slope Reinforcement and Retaining Walls, Aggregate and Base Courses, Asphalt Pavements & Surface Treatments, and Incidental Construction.
- Special Requirements: Contractors must arrange for a Fall Weed Inspection for all material sources to ensure they are free from noxious weeds and invasive plants.
Contract Details & Timeline
- Contract Type: Negotiated, Firm-Fixed-Price.
- Estimated Price Range: $5,000,000 to $10,000,000.
- Project Length: 3.75 miles.
- Tentative Completion Date: Fall/Winter 2026.
- Anticipated Solicitation Release: Fall 2025.
- Solicitation Number (Preliminary): 69056725R000015.
- Set-Aside: None specified. This project will be solicited to contractors under the Idaho, Montana, and Surrounding Areas MATOC (Multiple Award Task Order Contract).
Response & Submission Information
This is a Presolicitation Notice. Interested vendors should:
- Monitor SAM.gov: The official solicitation documents will be posted to SAM.gov in Fall/Winter 2025.
- Follow Opportunity: Click the “Follow” button on the opportunity page to receive automatic notifications when solicitation documents are released.
- Technical Questions: Submit to wfl.plans-spec@dot.gov.
- General Questions: Contact Contracts G. Office at wfl.contracts@dot.gov or 360-619-7520.
- Interested Vendors List: Requires SAM.gov registration, login, and entity linkage with the Contract Opportunities Administrator role.
Additional Notes
Preliminary plans are provided to assist bidders in understanding the project scope. Potential bidders are advised that viewing the project site may become difficult after November 25th due to snow, and no Federal Highway Administration personnel will be available for show-me tours.