GAOA Star Meadows MEP, Repairs, & Utility installations

The USDA Forest Service is soliciting quotations for the Star Meadows MEP, Repairs, & Utility Installation project, which involves comprehensive mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and structural upgrades to a Forest Service cabin located in Flathead National Forest. The scope of work includes installing a hydronic heating system with boiler and radiant floor heating, forced-air HVAC components, two propane fireplaces, electrical panel upgrades, water well pump replacement, new domestic water and sewer infrastructure, propane supply systems, and selective building demolition and repairs. Quotations are due by February 27, 2026, at 4:00 PM MST and must be submitted via email to both Brenda Simmons (brenda.simmons@usda.gov) and Lisa Rakich (lisa.rakich@usda.gov). The government will evaluate proposals using a comparative methodology based on three factors: Experience, Technical Approach, and Price, considering past performance confidence ratings, technical capabilities, timeline feasibility, and pricing fairness. A fixed-price contract is anticipated, with award to be made on a best-value basis rather than necessarily to the lowest bidder. Amendment 0001, posted on February 9, 2026, revised the construction drawings and extended the original February 11 deadline, and all offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment with their submissions.

This procurement is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, restricting competition to qualified small business entities. The estimated project value falls within the $100,000 to $250,000 range, with a performance period from March 2, 2026, through June 30, 2026. The work is located at 5250 Star Meadow Road in Whitefish, Montana, on the Tally Lake Ranger District of Flathead National Forest. Bidders must submit a Schedule of Items with Prices covering 10 line items including mobilization, selective demolition, concrete work, plumbing, HVAC, electrical work, and utilities installation encompassing approximately 130 cubic yards of earthwork and 300 linear feet of utilities work. Prospective contractors are encouraged to conduct site visits prior to submitting their quotes, and all work must comply with Davis-Bacon wage determinations (MT20250070, Modification #3) and Montana codes. The project is funded under the GAOA_IIJA appropriation and includes requirements for permits, inspections, and compliance with Forest Service environmental protection standards.