Loxahatchee NWR - Containers Project - Florida

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's Arthur R. Marshall Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge in Florida is seeking a contractor to build and install a transient, temporary living quarter consisting of a multi-container structure not exceeding 1,300 square feet. The project requires demolition of an existing double-wide trailer, site preparation, and construction of a new structure with two full bathrooms (one ADA accessible), a full kitchen with five appliances, and utility connections including access ramps and stairs. The contractor must have experience building container homes in Florida and ensure compliance with Florida Building Code, ADA/ABA requirements, and fire safety codes. The solicitation will be evaluated using lowest price technically acceptable criteria under a firm fixed price contract structure, with the complete solicitation expected to be posted on SAM.gov on or about July 18, 2025. Interested contractors must be registered in SAM and complete online representations and certifications, with a pre-proposal site visit to be announced with the solicitation release.

This opportunity is designated as a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 237310 (Highway, Bridge and Street Construction) with a size standard of $45 million. The project magnitude is estimated between $750,000 to $1,250,000, and contractors will be required to provide bonding including a 20% bid bond, 100% payment bond, and 100% performance bond. The performance period is 180 calendar days from receipt of order, with the work taking place at 10216 Lee Road in Boynton Beach, Florida. An optional photovoltaic (PV) system is available as an additional bid item, and the exterior must match existing tiny homes on the site. The contractor must provide biweekly progress updates to the Contracting Officer's Representative and pass a final inspection to ensure proper installation and compliance with all specifications.