OR FWS BKS 2016(1), Baskett Slough Headquarters Access Design

This solicitation seeks design and construction services for access improvements at the Baskett Slough National Wildlife Refuge headquarters and the Ankeny Hill Nature Center in Oregon. The Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration is procuring these services to relocate entrance points and construct new access roads and facilities. Bids are due by February 10, 2020 and will be evaluated based on technical qualifications and price. The solicitation includes plans, specifications and responses to questions to guide offerors in preparing proposals.

The set-aside is for total small business concerns. Relevant NAICS codes include 237110 (Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction) and 237990 (Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction). No incumbent or budget is identified. The construction work must commence before August 16th and be completed on time and within budget. The place of performance is Oregon. Seven contractors submitted bids ranging from $2.8 million to $4.1 million for the base work and optional items at the two nature areas. Conway Construction provided the lowest bid of $1,572,269.90 for the base work.