WA FLAP SKAMAN 92135(1), Wind River Road Slide Reconstruction
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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 Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), Western Federal Lands Highway Division, has solicited bids for the WA FLAP SKAMAN 92135(1), Wind River Road Slide Reconstruction project in Skamania County, Washington. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity involved extensive road reconstruction. Bids were due and opened on February 3, 2026. The Engineer's Estimate for the project was $5,844,980.00, with bids received ranging from $3,266,863.00 to $5,669,960.00.
Project Scope
This project entails the reconstruction of a 0.3-mile section of Wind River Road affected by a slide. Key work elements include the construction of soldier pile and mechanically stabilized earth (MSE) retaining walls, guardrail installation and replacement, culvert lining, and asphalt concrete paving. Additional requirements cover soil erosion and sediment control, clearing and grubbing, roadway excavation, aggregate and base courses, and temporary traffic control measures. The project is located within the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area and utilizes US Customary Units and FP-24 specifications.
Contract Details
This was issued as a Firm Fixed-Price solicitation (Solicitation No. 69056725B000013). The estimated price range for the project was $5,000,000 to $10,000,000. The period of performance requires completion not later than October 30, 2026, with work commencing within 10 calendar days after the notice to proceed.
Key Clarifications & Amendments
The solicitation underwent significant revisions through six amendments (A001-A006) and numerous Q&A documents. Notable clarifications and changes included:
- Traffic Control: Detour and closure of northbound lanes for Phase 1 pile installation was permitted for up to 30 consecutive days, with updated plan sheets (Phase 1A) added in Amendment A001.
- HMA Specification: Bidders were directed to follow FP-24 Section 403 for Type 1 Asphalt Concrete.
- MSE Wall: Reinforcement length was specified per Subsection 257.06(b) (100% of total wall height), and powder coating requirements for galvanized steel surfaces were detailed in Amendment A004.
- Guardrail: Amendment A003 revised guardrail requirements for tangent terminals and powder coating.
- Geotechnical Report: Clarified as informational only, not a contract requirement for design reliance.
- Drainage: Soldier pile wall design required accounting for drainage, with an underdrain and outlet pipe.
- Bid Due Date: Amendment A005 extended the bid opening date to February 3, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
This was a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Bids were due by February 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM local time. Electronic bids were not accepted; printed copies were required. A bid bond was mandatory. The bid opening has occurred, and a bid tabulation report has been posted, showing the engineer's estimate and the bids received from seven contractors.
Contact Information
For further information, the primary contact is Contracts G. Office at wfl.contracts@dot.gov or 360-619-7520.