Gaoa-gooseberry trail reconstruction

This pre-solicitation notice seeks design-build construction services for the reconstruction of the Gooseberry Trail located near Worland, Wyoming. The Bureau of Land Management will issue a request for proposals in May 2022 to design and construct a walking trail, trailhead area, and interpretive site with a value between $500,000 to $1,000,000. Offerors must design a safe and accessible trail that preserves the surrounding visual landscape for 20 years of low-maintenance use. The trailhead must include ADA parking, gazebos, and telescopes to educate visitors. The subsequent solicitation will specify a mandatory site visit and have a proposal deadline approximately 30 days after issuance.

There is no set-aside designation for this procurement. Offerors must be registered as a small business in the System for Award Management. The work will likely be classified under NAICS code 237990 (Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction) and PSC code R499 (Construction of Structures and Facilities). No incumbent or current contractors were identified. The contract value will be between $500,000 to $1,000,000 and the reconstructed trail is expected to be suitable for at least 20 years of use with low maintenance.