MT-charles russell NWR-fence repair

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking a contractor to repair and replace approximately 3 miles of boundary and interior fencing at the Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge in Fergus County, Montana. The fencing was damaged by the 2025 Wilder Fire in the Marcotte Coulee Habitat Management Unit. This is a firm fixed-price construction contract open to small business concerns, with awards to be made on a best value basis considering price, technical approach, proposed schedule, and relevant experience. Key contract requirements include compliance with Davis-Bacon prevailing wage rates, submission of technical documentation demonstrating three similar projects completed within the past five years, and commencement of work within 14 calendar days of receiving notice to proceed. The solicitation deadline is April 27, 2026, at 5:00 PM local time, with quotations to be submitted electronically to Nicole Johnson at nicole_johnson@ios.doi.gov. Interested contractors are highly encouraged to conduct a site visit at the Sand Creek Field Station before submitting their proposals.

This acquisition is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, meaning only certified small business concerns are eligible to submit quotations; offers from non-small business entities will be rejected as nonresponsive. The estimated project magnitude is between $25,000 and $100,000, with award values exceeding $35,000 requiring submission of a payment bond. The work must be completed by September 30, 2026, with a performance period commencing May 18, 2026. Key project details include replacement of 4 gates, 2 corner structures, 2 drainage structures, 64 deadman structures, and various H-braces, along with removal of fire-damaged materials and installation of new fencing with 3 strands of wire per specifications. Performance will occur at the Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge, Sand Creek Field Station, located at 8407 U.S. Highway 191 North, Roy, Montana 59471. Amendment 0001, effective April 22, 2026, removed the bid guarantee requirement to promote competition among small business contractors.