Clark AVE Sewer Line Replacement

This Special Notice concerns the Clark AVE Sewer Line Replacement project issued by the Department of Agriculture Forest Service. The contract opportunity, posted on March 18, 2026, with a due date of April 2, 2026, is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside. The procurement is being conducted as a sole source award under FAR 6.103-2 based on unusual and compelling urgency, meaning the Forest Service has determined that competitive procurement is not feasible given the circumstances. The contract, identified as 1240LT26Q0040, carries an Independent Government Cost Estimate of $22,250. This opportunity falls under NAICS category 237110 (Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction) and PSC category Z1ND (Maintenance Of Sewage And Waste Facilities).

The primary objective of this procurement is to address an emergency sewer line failure at the Paonia Ranger District's living quarters in Colorado that creates an immediate health hazard preventing current tenants from accessing facilities. The scope of work includes replacing approximately 76 feet of broken clay sewer pipe with 4-inch diameter PVC pipe, excavating through six feet of asphalt road owned by the Town of Paonia, installing pipe connections to the municipal sewer line, installing two clean outs, backfilling trenches, performing road repairs, and acquiring all necessary permits. The Forest Service has identified DARE-CASE Contracting Services as the proposed contractor based on prior work history with the agency, facility knowledge, and ability to mobilize immediately. Prospective contractors must be licensed in Colorado to participate. The Forest Service has committed to enhancing future competition opportunities by engaging contractors regarding SAM enrollment and UEI number acquisition to remove barriers to participation in future competitive procurements.