GAOA Rock House Trail
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- 12445525R0017
- Agency
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Forest Service
Department of Agriculture
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- Total Small Business
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 237990 Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
- Place of performance
- Ohio, United States
- Points of contact
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of Agriculture Forest Service's Ironton Ranger District is seeking paving work to improve approximately 2,104 linear feet of the Rock House Trail at Lake Vesuvius in Lawrence County, Ohio. The project involves comprehensive trail improvements including surface paving, site preparation, drainage correction, installation of suitable paved trail surfaces, compaction, restoration of trail edges, and addressing surface damage to improve accessibility and visitor safety. Additional work includes tread reshaping, ditch work, tree root barrier installation, culvert work, installation of a single sign, and placement of a bear-proof garbage receptacle with concrete pad. The evaluation will consider non-price factors including technical capability (demonstrated experience with trail paving, familiarity with Forest Service specifications, quality of proposed methods and environmental protection measures), past performance (references from similar projects, timeliness, workmanship quality, and safety record), and schedule and mobilization capabilities. The Request for Proposals will be posted on approximately September 19, 2025, with a closing date of approximately October 20, 2025.
This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set Aside, restricting participation to qualified small businesses only. The contract will be awarded as a single firm fixed price arrangement with a performance completion requirement of nine months from the Notice to Proceed. No incumbent contractors or potential award values are specified in the pre-solicitation notice. The project falls under NAICS code 237990 (Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction) and PSC code Z2LB (Repair Or Alteration Of Highways/Roads/Streets/Bridges/Railways). Plans and specifications will be made available for inspection without charge through the SAM posting, and the trail work must follow sustainable design practices while maintaining the current trail alignment.
Notice text
The Ironton Ranger District requires paving work to be completed on Rock House Trail at Lake Vesuvius (Lawrence County, Ohio). The work will improve approximately 2,104 linear feet of trail, addressing surface damage, improving accessibility and visitor safety, replacing water control devices, and reducing impact on high-traffic segments.
The contractor shall complete surface paving and trail tread improvements on the Rock House Trail. Work will include site preparation, drainage correction, installation of a suitable paved trail surface, compaction, and restoration of trail edges. Areas requiring tread reshaping, ditch work, tree root barrier, or culvert work shall be addressed prior to surfacing. A single sign install and bear proof garbage receptacle with concrete pad is included in this project. Trail work shall follow sustainable design practices and maintain current trail alignment.
RFP will be posted on approximately 19 September 2025 closing approximately 20 October 2025.
Performance completion within 9 months of Notice to Proceed
Single firm fixed price award and will be restricted to Small Business Set Aside
Plans and specifications will be available for inspection without charge through this SAM posting. See attachment HOW TO FOLLOW PROJECTS ON SAM FOR EMAIL ALERTS.
Non-price factors being considered for award are the following (subject to change):
Technical Capability: Demonstrated experience with trail paving, tread repair, drainage improvements, and accessibility upgrades. Familiarity with Forest Service trail construction specifications. Quality of proposed methods, materials, and equipment. Environmental protection measures during work.
Past Performance: References from similar trail construction or surfacing projects. Timeliness and adherence to schedule in previous contracts. Quality of workmanship and long-term performance of completed trail surfaces. Safety record and compliance history.
Schedule & Mobilization: Ability to start work quickly after Notice to Proceed. Realistic completion timeline. Flexibility to work around weather and public use schedules. Quality of proposed Gantt chart or timeline.
Staffing & Key Personnel: Qualifications of project lead and equipment operators. Availability of resources. On-site supervision plan. Communication plan with COR.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| HOW TO FOLLOW PROJECTS ON SAM FOR EMAIL ALERTS.pdf |
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