Streambank Stabilization Project –Gabions Thunderhill Run G Street – EWP 2025 Mineral County, West Virginia

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for construction services for erosion control in Mineral County, West Virginia. The project involves laying wire mesh gabions, preparing foundations on shallow bedrock, rebar anchoring, and riprap foundation protection.

• Laying wire mesh gabions

• Preparing foundation on shallow bedrock

• Rebar anchoring

• Riprap foundation protection

• The contract type is firm-fixed-price.

• The performance period is 35 calendar days after notice to proceed.

• The estimated value of this project is between $100,000 and $250,000.

• Bids are due by 3:00 p.m. EST on June 3, 2026.

• Bids must be submitted electronically via email to bobby.copenny@usda.gov.

• Questions shall be submitted by email to bobby.copenny@usda.gov by May 29, 2026, by 3:00 p.m. EST.

• Award will be made to the responsible bidder whose bid is most advantageous to the Government, considering price and previous experience with similar projects.

• Bidders must submit a list of previous work experience with similar projects completed within the past five (5) years.

• The government may reject bids with materially unbalanced pricing or unrealistically low prices.

• This acquisition is 100% set-aside for total small businesses.

• Contractors are strongly urged to attend the site visit.

• A site showing will be held on Tuesday, May 27, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at 299 E Street, Keyser, WV 26726.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for construction services for erosion control in Mineral County, West Virginia. The work involves laying wire mesh gabions, preparing foundations on shallow bedrock, rebar anchoring, and riprap foundation protection.

• Erosion control measures including wire mesh gabions, foundation preparation, rebar anchoring, and riprap protection.

• Specific tasks include Seeding and Mulching, Mobilization/Demobilization, Steel Reinforcement, Rock Riprap, and Gabions.

• Bidders must bid on all line items; failure to do so will disqualify the bid.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Estimated Value: Between $100,000 and $250,000.

• Performance Period: 35 calendar days after Notice to Proceed.

• Proposal Submission: Email to bobby.copenny@usda.gov by 3:00 PM EST on June 3, 2026.

• Questions Due: May 29, 2026, by 3:00 PM EST via email to bobby.copenny@usda.gov.

• Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the responsible bidder whose bid is most advantageous to the Government, considering price and previous experience with similar projects.

• Bidders must submit a list of previous work experience with similar projects completed within the past five (5) years.

• Bids may be rejected if prices are materially unbalanced or unrealistically low.

• This acquisition is 100% set-aside for total small businesses.

• A site visit is strongly urged.

• A site showing will be held on May 27, 2026, at 10:00 AM in Mineral County, West Virginia.

• Performance and Payment Bonds are required within 10 calendar days after award.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains detailed engineering drawings and specifications for the "2025 EWP Stream Bank Stabilization - G Street Site" project in Mineral County, West Virginia. It outlines the design and construction methods for stabilizing a stream bank.

• Cover Sheet: Identifies the project, location, and preparing authority (USDA-NRCS).
• Construction Notes & Quantities: Details site access, utility protection, soil compaction, waste disposal, and provides estimated quantities for materials such as gabions, earth fill, rock riprap, and geotextile.
• Site Map: Illustrates the project area, including existing structures, utilities, and the proposed location of stabilization measures.
• Detailed Drawings: Provides specific designs for:
  • Typical 7.5' Gabion Wall Details
  • Typical 7.5' Gabion Wall Counterfort Details
  • Typical Gabion Basket Details (lacing, interior support)
  • Typical Foundation Preparation on Shallow Bedrock
  • Typical Foundation Preparation on Rock Riprap
  • Typical Channel Bottom Configuration
  • Typical Grouted Rock Riprap Section & Details

These drawings are critical for bidders to understand the technical requirements, scope of work, and specific construction methods for the streambank stabilization project. They provide the necessary detail to prepare accurate bids, assess resource needs, and plan construction activities. The estimated quantities on Sheet 2 are particularly important for cost estimation.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a General Decision Number (GDN) for West Virginia, specifically for Hampshire and Mineral Counties. It provides prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for various construction classifications applicable to heavy construction projects. This information is crucial for contractors to understand labor costs when bidding on federal or federally-funded construction projects in the specified area.

• General Decision Number: WV20260078
• Publication Date: 01/02/2026
• Applicable Counties: Hampshire and Mineral Counties, West Virginia
• Construction Type: Heavy
• Classifications: Lists specific job titles (e.g., Carpenter, Electrician, Laborer, Ironworker, Power Equipment Operator, Truck Driver) with their corresponding hourly wage rates and fringe benefits.
• Identifiers: Explains various identifiers (e.g., SU, UAVG, SA) used to denote the source and type of wage rate (union, survey, state-adopted).
• Executive Orders: Includes notes on Executive Orders 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and 13658 (Minimum Wage for Federal Contractors), outlining contractor obligations.
• Appeals Process: Details the process for appealing wage determination decisions.

Bidders must use these prevailing wage rates to accurately calculate labor costs for their proposals. Failure to comply with these wage requirements can lead to bid disqualification or contract non-compliance. The document also informs bidders about potential requirements related to paid sick leave and minimum wage for federal contractors.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document contains the "List of Specifications" for the "Stream Bank Stabilization" project. It details various construction and material specifications that will be referenced and applied during the project. Bidders should review these specifications to understand the technical requirements for materials and construction methods.

• Construction Specifications: A list of numbered specifications (e.g., Channel Clearing and Shaping, Pollution Control, Mobilization and Demobilization, Traffic Control, Removal of Water, Excavation, Earthfill, Rockfill, Steel Reinforcement, Geotextile, etc.) with their corresponding dates.
• Material Specifications: A list of numbered material specifications (e.g., Aggregates for Drainfill and Filters, Aggregates for Portland Cement Concrete, Rock for Riprap, Portland Cement, etc.) with their corresponding dates.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the detailed technical requirements and standards for all materials and construction activities involved in the streambank stabilization project. It forms the basis for material selection, construction methods, and quality control, directly impacting proposal preparation and project execution.