Construction Of Highways, Roads, Streets, Bridges, And Railways

PSC Category Y1LB encompasses construction services for highways, roads, streets, bridges, and railways, representing a critical segment of federal infrastructure development and maintenance. These construction activities involve comprehensive roadway and transportation infrastructure projects, ranging from new construction and reconstruction to rehabilitation and repair of existing transportation networks. The services typically include earthwork, grading, paving, drainage improvements, bridge construction, culvert installation, and associated civil engineering tasks across various federal lands and facilities.

The Federal Contract Awards under this PSC category demonstrate significant investment in transportation infrastructure, with contract values ranging from $40,000 to over $23 million. Most awards are issued by the Federal Highway Administration, U.S. Forest Service, and Department of Transportation, frequently utilizing small business set-asides, including total small business, HUBZone, and 8(a) designations. Commonly awarded contractors include small regional construction firms like Pine Bluffs Gravel & Excavating, VSS International, Ridge2River Construction, and Martin Brothers Construction. Project locations span multiple states, with a strong concentration in western and mountain regions, including Alaska, Nevada, California, Oregon, Washington, and Montana. Contract types are predominantly firm-fixed-price definitive contracts and delivery orders, with performance periods typically ranging from 6 to 36 months.

The Federal Contract Opportunities in this category reflect continued infrastructure investment across national parks, forests, and federal lands. Proposed projects include road rehabilitation, bridge replacements, trail construction, and pavement preservation across diverse geographic regions such as Nevada, Mississippi, Vermont, and South Carolina. Solicitations predominantly target small businesses and involve complex technical requirements, including geotechnical assessments, environmental compliance, and specialized construction techniques. Most opportunities are issued by the Federal Highway Administration, U.S. Forest Service, and National Park Service, with estimated project values ranging from $100,000 to $10 million. These opportunities frequently emphasize contextual construction approaches, environmental sensitivity, and infrastructure improvement in challenging terrains and protected landscapes.