Chippewa National Forest, Rice River Bridge Rehab

This solicitation seeks a contractor to rehabilitate the Rice River Bridge located in the Chippewa National Forest in Minnesota. The Department of Agriculture Forest Service Eastern Region R9 is procuring construction services including removing existing asphalt, slotted drains, deck railings and improving vertical alignment and drainage. The successful offeror will furnish all labor, materials and equipment to complete the project in accordance with the scope of work, specifications and drawings provided. Proposals are due by May 11, 2020 with award anticipated based on the solicitation schedule. Evaluation will consider technical qualifications, past performance and price.

The opportunity is set aside for total small business concerns. Relevant NAICS codes include 237990 and 237310. The estimated value is between $100,000 to $250,000 to be performed over 60 calendar days in Marcell, Minnesota. The schedule of items details key work components and the wage determination specifies prevailing rates for occupations involved in highway construction in Minnesota counties.