BLM-CO TRFO Bradfield Bridge Picnic Shelters

The Bureau of Land Management's Colorado State Office in Lakewood, Colorado is seeking contractors for the Bradfield Bridge Picnic Shelters project at the Tres Rios Field Office campground facility. The procurement involves comprehensive site improvements including installation of three picnic shelters with reinforced concrete foundations, placement of 45 boulders, installation of one informational kiosk, delivery and placement of 80 tons of aggregate material, and mobilization/demobilization services. The project also includes demolition of existing wire fencing and the current kiosk structure to make way for the new improvements. The work falls under NAICS code 237990 for Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction and PSC category Y1PA for Construction of Recreation Facilities. The solicitation package is anticipated to be issued on approximately July 15, 2025, with a pre-bid site tour to be announced when the formal solicitation is posted on SAM.gov, and proposals are due by August 13, 2025.

This procurement is designated as a Total Small Business Set Aside with a size standard of $45 million for qualifying small businesses in the heavy and civil engineering construction sector. The estimated contract value ranges between $100,000 and $250,000, reflecting the scope of campground infrastructure improvements planned for the facility. The project specifications include detailed architectural and engineering requirements such as 24-inch diameter concrete columns, specific rebar placement using #4 and #3 reinforcement, and a kiosk design featuring digital graphics and cork board inlays protected by Lexan covering. The bid schedule identifies five distinct contract line items covering mobilization, the three picnic shelter installations, aggregate delivery, boulder placement, and kiosk installation. No incumbent contractors or current service providers are identified in the pre-solicitation documentation.