United States Forest Service Fort Simcoe Job Corps Quarters Rehab
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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.
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 is seeking quotations for the Fort Simcoe Job Corps Quarters Rehab project in White Swan, WA. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside for the interior and exterior renovation of an existing ranch-style duplex. Quotes are due May 25, 2026, at 1700 EST.
Scope of Work
The project involves comprehensive renovation of a ranch-style duplex, including:
- Exterior: Roofing repairs (metal roof), window and door replacements.
- Interior: Cabinet, plumbing fixture, water softener, and mechanical equipment replacements.
- Electrical: Replacement of panelboards, receptacles, switches, cover plates, light fixtures, and smoke alarm systems. All work must adhere to the most recent versions of the International Code Council Family of codes, including Fire Code, Residential Code, Mechanical Code, and the National Electric Code. The period of performance is 120 days from Notice to Proceed, with work commencing within 10 days.
Key Clarifications & Hazardous Materials
Amendment 0002 provided responses to vendor questions. Key clarifications include:
- Personnel: Superintendent, SSHO, and QC Manager roles do not require three separate individuals.
- Performance Period: Extensions may be granted for material/equipment lead times with proper justification.
- Hazardous Materials: Lead was detected (under 800 ppm), but no asbestos was found in initial surveys. Contractors are responsible for verifying quantities and potential attic materials for asbestos if concerns arise. Detailed asbestos and lead test results are provided.
- Roof Warranty: Required only for repaired areas.
- Site Conditions: Potential pest activity (snakes, rodents, bees, birds) and bird nests/droppings are noted; contractors should address these in their bid or submit an RFI.
- Insulation: New blown-in insulation to achieve R-60 is required; existing depth must be verified by the contractor.
- HVAC: A 3-ton Energy Star split-system heat pump with auxiliary heat kit is specified as a basis of design; comparable cold-climate units may be acceptable.
Contract Details
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Request for Quotation - RFQ)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS: 236118 (Repair Or Alteration Of Other Residential Buildings), with a $45 million small business size standard.
- Contract Type: Firm-fixed-price construction contract.
Submission & Evaluation
- Site Visits: April 23, 2026, and April 30, 2026, at 0900 Pacific Time.
- Questions Due: May 8, 2026, at 1700 Eastern Time.
- Quotes Due: May 25, 2026, at 1700 EST (extended by Amendment 0001).
- Evaluation: Quotes will be evaluated using the Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) criteria. Factors include Technical Approach (Project Schedule), Demonstrated Prior Experience, and Price Schedule, all of equal importance. Award will be made to the offeror representing the best value.
- Offer Acceptance Period: 90 calendar days from the quote due date.
- Contact: Submit all emails to Bradley.Martin2@usda.gov and CC Ian.Barnes@usda.gov. Include the title and notice ID in the subject line.
Attachments
Key attachments include a Schedule of Items for pricing, detailed Specifications, and comprehensive Drawings (architectural, electrical, mechanical, plumbing) for Quarters 955 A&B. Asbestos and lead test results are also provided.