WA NP MORA 11(1), Fryingpan Creek Bridge
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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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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 Division, is soliciting bids for the WA NP MORA 11(1), Fryingpan Creek Bridge Replacement Project within Mount Rainier National Park, Pierce County, WA. This project involves the construction of a new bridge and associated infrastructure. The estimated value is $15,000,000 to $25,000,000. Bids are due by June 18, 2026, at 1400 local time.
Scope of Work
This project entails the replacement and realignment of the Fryingpan Creek Bridge. Key deliverables include:
- Construction of a single span, 218.5-foot long steel plate girder bridge with a cast-in-place concrete deck, founded on deep drilled shafts.
- Demolition and removal of the existing steel arch girder bridge.
- Roadway realignment, parking lot construction, and minor pipe culvert replacement.
- Stone masonry work, including removal, salvage, construction, and pointing, matching existing historic masonry.
- Earthwork, aggregate, asphalt, and concrete paving elements.
- Slope reinforcement, retaining walls, and incidental construction (culverts, inlets, curbing, sidewalks).
- Traffic control measures, log deflectors, root wads, and a log jam structure.
- Work is to be performed under two separate bid schedules (A and B), both requiring completion.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price with Economic Price Adjustment (IFB)
- Period of Performance: Commencement within 10 calendar days after Notice to Proceed, with completion not later than September 28, 2029, for both Schedules A and B.
- Estimated Price Range: $15,000,000 to $25,000,000
- Set-Aside: None specified. This opportunity is open to large businesses, which must submit an acceptable subcontracting plan prior to award. Small businesses are exempt from this requirement. A 10% price evaluation factor will be applied to an apparent low bid from a large business if a HUBZone small business also bids.
Submission & Evaluation
- Bids Due: June 18, 2026, at 1400 local time.
- Submission Method: Printed copy of bid required; electronic bids (facsimile/email) are not authorized.
- Requirements: Completed "Authority to Sign" document, Representations & Certifications, and a bid bond.
- Evaluation: Award will be based on price, with a preference factor for HUBZone small businesses as noted above.
Key Clarifications & Amendments
- Amendment A001 (Posted 05/27/2026): Updated the Davis-Bacon General Wage Decision (WA20260001) to an effective date of 05/18/2026 and added language to Page F-64, Subsection 620.03. Bidders must acknowledge receipt of this amendment.
- Latest Q&A (Posted 05/29/2026): Clarified road closures are limited to 6 hours per day (daytime only), construction sequence flexibility, and the review of temporary timber mat use for bridge demolition.
- Future Amendment: Amendment A002 is anticipated to address questions regarding project complexity, subcontractor quantities, bid schedules, and anchor rod shear plate details.
Additional Notes
Prospective bidders are encouraged to view the project site, though no FHWA personnel will be available for show-me tours. General and technical questions will be accepted until 5 business days from the due date. Electronic plan sheets are available on SAM.gov.