Lake Alva Campground Improvements

The Department of Agriculture Forest Service R1-Northern Region seeks improvements to Lake Alva Campground on the Lolo National Forest, including replacement of the water and electrical systems and repaving of a campground loop, with quotations due June 8, 2026. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS 238990.

Place of performance is Seeley Lake, Montana, approximately 60 miles north of Missoula along Highway 83. The estimated contract value ranges from $500,000 to $1,000,000. Work is scheduled to begin July 15, 2027 and conclude December 1, 2028, with a firm fixed-price contract structure requiring completion within 515 calendar days after notice to proceed.

Water system work includes replacing pressure tanks, flow meter, pressure relief valves, and appurtenances in the well pumphouse; installing approximately 2,480 linear feet of 2-inch HDPE water main throughout the campground while abandoning the existing main in place; and installing 430 linear feet of 1-inch polyethylene service lines. Electrical upgrades encompass new grounding equipment, low-voltage power conductors, cables, conduit, power outlet pedestals rated at 125A/120-240V, and circuit breakers. Optional Item #1 covers asphalt repaving and parking area improvements including wheel stop replacement.

A mandatory site visit is scheduled for May 13, 2026 at 10 a.m. at the Seeley Lake Ranger District. Prevailing wage rates apply per Wage Determination MT20260067. Contractors must submit the Price Schedule, Experience Questionnaire, written Technical Approach with performance schedule, and a 20% bid guarantee. Performance and payment bonds at 100% of contract award price are required within 10 days of award. Evaluation weighs relevant experience (5 references from the past three years), technical approach, and price. Amendment 2, posted May 29, 2026, extends the period of performance to December 1, 2028 and authorizes campground closures beginning August 1 for construction. Questions are due May 15, 2026.