Chippewa National Forest, Stony Point Campground Upgrades

The U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service is seeking a contractor to upgrade the electrical and water systems at the Stony Point Campground in the Chippewa National Forest, located in Walker, Minnesota. The solicitation (No. 12445525B0001) involves comprehensive infrastructure improvements, including replacing electrical services, installing a new pumphouse, upgrading water distribution systems, and demolishing existing wellhouse facilities. Contractors must submit electronic bids by May 29, 2025, at 1:30 PM local time, with all questions to be submitted by May 9, 2025. The contract will be a firm fixed-price construction agreement with a performance period of 90 calendar days, beginning within 10 days of award. Bidders must provide bid guarantees, comply with Davis-Bacon wage requirements, adhere to Buy American provisions, and maintain appropriate insurance coverage.

The contract is set aside for total small business participation and has an estimated project value between $500,000 and $1,000,000. The bid tabulation reveals seven contractors submitted proposals, with total bid prices ranging from $748,700.77 to $1,514,331.19. The project will be performed in Walker, Minnesota, with work scheduled to occur between August and October 2025 or 2026, depending on the contractor's specified timeline. Key project components include installing approximately 2,610 linear feet of water piping, 6,218 linear feet of electrical trenching, 11 water hydrants, an RV dump station, and infrastructure improvements for campground facilities. Electrical work will be coordinated with Lake Country Power, and the project requires obtaining necessary electrical permits and ensuring compliance with state and national building codes.