Mark Twain National Forest Salem Warehouse Siding and Window Replacement
Overview
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Set Aside
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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 USDA Forest Service, specifically the Mark Twain National Forest, is soliciting quotes for the Salem Warehouse Siding and Window Replacement project. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ). The project involves replacing siding and windows at the Salem Ranger District warehouse in Salem, MO. Quotes are due by March 20, 2026, at 5:00 P.M. (Central).
Scope of Work
The primary scope includes:
- Base Bid Items:
- Removal of existing siding and building wrap, installation of new building wrap and premium lap vinyl siding (approx. 70'x32').
- Removal of approximately 20 existing wood windows and frames, and replacement with new single-hung, Low-E composite windows.
- Optional Bid Items:
- Replacement of siding with corrugated steel wall panels.
- Soffit and fascia replacement with new vented aluminum.
- Installation of new seamless gutters and guards, and repair of existing downspouts.
- Replacement of rotted/damaged wall sheathing or fascia/soffit boards (contingent item).
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price Purchase Order.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 237990 (Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction) with a $45M size standard.
- Period of Performance: 60 days from Notice to Proceed.
- Published Date: March 5, 2026.
- Quote Due Date: March 20, 2026, at 5:00 P.M. (Central).
Evaluation
Award will be made to the responsible and acceptable contractor whose quote represents the best value to the Government, based on the lowest price. Quotes will be evaluated in accordance with FAR 12.203 and 12.204. Offerors must hold prices firm for 90 calendar days.
Site Visit & Questions
- A site visit is scheduled for Thursday, March 12, 2026, at 10:30 AM CST at 1301 S Main St., Salem, MO 65560.
- Questions must be submitted via email to cassandra.potts@usda.gov no later than March 13, 2025, at 2 PM Central Time. (Note: This question deadline appears to be prior to the solicitation's published date and site visit date as provided in the source data).
Key Documents
- Attachment 1 - Solicitation Terms and Conditions: Details contract requirements.
- Attachment 2 - Schedule of Items: Critical for pricing, must be filled out and signed for a complete quote.
- Attachment 3 - Statement of Work: Provides detailed requirements for all base and optional items, including work restrictions, safety, and submittals.
- Attachment 5 - Wage Determination MO20260033 Dent County: Establishes prevailing wage rates for various construction trades.