53--ID KOOTENAI NWR GRAVEL AUTO TOUR RTE
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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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Quick Summary
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) is soliciting quotes for the delivery and tailgate spread of 1.25-inch crushed gravel for the Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge in Bonners Ferry, Idaho. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside for a firm-fixed-price contract. The project involves repairing and graveling portions of the auto-tour route as part of a deferred maintenance habitat restoration initiative. Quotes are due March 20, 2026, at 1300 Eastern Time.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide, deliver, and tailgate spread approximately 2,227 cubic yards (3,451 metric tons) of 1.25-inch crushed gravel. The gravel must be uniformly distributed across two sections of the auto-tour route, which is 4.3 miles long and approximately 12 feet wide, to a consistent depth of 3-6 inches (not exceeding 8 inches). Delivery operations should minimize trips and consider local construction. Inspection will be conducted by the Kootenai NWR Manager or designee.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-fixed-price.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 212319 (Other Crushed and Broken Stone Mining and Quarrying).
- Period of Performance: To be completed between June 15 and July 15, 2026, with a Notice to Proceed issued 30 days after award, subject to weather conditions.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Requirements: Quotations must be on company letterhead or the provided pricing form, including SAM.gov UEI Code, point of contact phone number, and email address. Offerors must also include a completed copy of FAR provision 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications -- Commercial Items.
- Questions Due: March 18, 2026, to marshall_richard@fws.gov.
- Quotes Due: March 20, 2026, at 1300 Eastern Time.
- Submission Method: E-mail to Marshall Richard at marshall_richard@fws.gov.
- Evaluation: Award will be made on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis to the responsible source submitting the lowest price that meets all technical requirements.
- Eligibility: Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).
Additional Notes
This solicitation is Amendment 0001 to 140FS126Q0058, which adds the Combined Synopsis/Solicitation. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment. Contractors should contact the Refuge Manager to determine gravel delivery routes, as Riverside Road will be under construction in Summer 2026.