LOLO NATIONAL FOREST - Plains Ranger District Roofing
Overview
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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 LOLO NATIONAL FOREST is soliciting quotes for shingle roof replacement and repair services at the Plains Ranger Station in Plains, MT. This is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside Request for Quotation (RFQ) with an estimated project magnitude of $100,000 - $250,000. The work involves multiple buildings, including a bunkhouse, three residences, a garage, and repairs to the Main Office. Quotes are due by March 18, 2026, at 12:00 PM Mountain Time.
Scope of Work
The project requires all labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracted services for the replacement and/or repair of shingle roofs. Key tasks include:
- Removal and disposal of existing shingles, underlayment, and damaged sheathing.
- Inspection and repair of permanent flashings.
- Installation of new "Snow and Ice Shield" and 40-year minimum, Class A fire-rated, Architectural style asphalt shingles (130 mph wind specifications).
- Protection and maintenance of seamless aluminum gutters.
- Restoration of all disturbed areas to their original condition.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (anticipated).
- NAICS Code: 238160 Roofing Contractors, with a size standard of $19.0 Million.
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business Set-Aside.
- Project Magnitude: $100,000 - $250,000.
- Bonds: A 20% bid bond/offer guarantee is required if the quote exceeds $150,000. Performance & Payment Bonds (100% of original contract price) are required for contracts over $150,000, due 10 days after award. For contracts between $35,000 and $150,000, payment protections (irrevocable letter of credit or payment bond) are required.
- Period of Performance: June 1, 2026, to October 31, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes must be submitted via email to alisha.knaub@usda.gov by the deadline. Required documents for evaluation include:
- Schedule of Items.
- A document demonstrating recent and relevant experience and past performance (narrative of at least 5 relevant contracts completed within the last 5 years, max 5 pages).
- Acknowledgement of any amendments.
Evaluation will use a comparative methodology to determine the best value, considering experience (relevancy, recency, quality of past performance) and price.
Key Dates
- Questions Due: March 11, 2026, by 4:00 PM Mountain Time.
- Quote Due: March 18, 2026, by 12:00 PM Mountain Time.
Important Notes
Bidders are required to visit the job site before submitting a bid and verify all dimensions. The solicitation incorporates numerous FAR clauses and provisions. Prevailing wage rates (Davis-Bacon Act) apply, as detailed in Attachment 5.