Lone Mt Seed Orchard Vault Toilet

The United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service Northern Region is seeking a small business contractor to replace a vault toilet at the Lone Mountain Seed Orchard, located approximately 20 miles north of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. The project requires complete demolition of an existing outhouse and installation of a new prefabricated concrete vault toilet with specific construction specifications. Contractors must submit an experience questionnaire demonstrating their capability to complete the project, with evaluation based on past performance, experience, and price. The solicitation (No. 1240LU25Q0006) requires contractors to begin work within 10 calendar days of the notice to proceed and complete the entire project within 180 calendar days. Proposals are due by April 17, 2025, at 1700 local time, with contractors required to adhere to Davis-Bacon wage determinations for worker compensation.

The contract is set aside exclusively for small businesses and is categorized under the Site Preparation Contractors NAICS code 238910. The project has an estimated value between $25,000 and $100,000, with the new vault toilet specified to include a 1,000-gallon concrete vault, barnwood-textured exterior walls, and ADA accessibility standards. Work will be performed at the Lone Mountain Tree Improvement Area, which is a fenced site with a locked gate and flat terrain accessible by vehicle. Contractors must complete all work by December 31, 2025, following specific technical requirements including working hours from 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM PST, Monday through Friday. The project objectives include improving health and safety for employees at the tree improvement area, with all work subject to inspection by the Contracting Officer's Representative.