WA FLAP JEFFER 134309(2), Two Trout Creek Culvert Replacement
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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 Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), Western Federal Lands Division, issued a Total Small Business Set-Aside solicitation for the WA FLAP JEFFER 134309(2), Two Trout Creek Culvert Replacement project in Jefferson County, Washington. This Firm Fixed-Price contract sought to replace existing fish barrier culverts with a new Aquatic Organism Passage (AOP) box culvert. Bids were opened on April 21, 2026, with two offers received.
Scope of Work
The project involves the removal of existing culverts and installation of an 18-foot span, 12-foot rise precast reinforced concrete box culvert at Two Trout Creek, near Milepost 0.5 on Oil City Road. Key deliverables included:
- Roadway reconstruction and bank stabilization.
- Installation of new guardrails and associated drainage improvements (riprap, rock weirs).
- Extensive soil erosion and sediment control measures.
- Environmental mitigation, including log barriers, root wads, and streambed material.
- Temporary traffic control and planting of various tree and shrub species.
- All work was to utilize U.S. Customary units and adhere to the Standard Specifications for Construction of Roads and Bridges on Federal Highway Projects, FP-24. The contractor was required to use the Government's web-based system Masterworks for daily reports.
Contract Details & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price
- Estimated Value: Between $2,000,000 and $5,000,000
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Period of Performance: Commencement within 10 calendar days after Notice to Proceed, with completion not later than October 2, 2026.
- In-Water Work Window: Revised by Amendment A001 to July 15 to August 31 (inclusive) of any given year.
Submission & Evaluation (Historical)
Bids were due and opened on April 21, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Electronic bids were not accepted; printed copies were required. Bidders needed to submit a completed SF 1442, ensure Representations & Certifications were current on SAM.gov, and provide a bid bond (20% of bid price or $3 million, whichever was less). Technical questions were directed to wfl.plans-spec@dot.gov.
Bid Results
Two bids were received:
- Highline Construction: $2,499,980.00
- Conway Construction Company: $3,057,355.00 The Engineer's Estimate for the project was $2,080,000.00.
Additional Notes
Detailed engineering plans, survey control data, and a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) were provided as attachments. A preliminary letter and an Aquatic Organism Passage Hydraulics Report offered further context on the project's technical and environmental requirements. General inquiries could be directed to Contracts G. Office at wfl.contracts@dot.gov or 360-619-7520.