Rogue River-Siskiyou NF-Communications Shelter Manufacture, Delivery, and Installation

The United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service is seeking professional services to design, manufacture, transport, and install radio communication shelters across the National Forest System. The primary objective is to procure high-quality communication shelters that protect radio assets while minimizing environmental impact during installation and removal processes. Contractors must strictly adhere to specifications outlined in the Performance Work Statement (PWS), Statements of Work (SOW), and Bill of Materials (BOM), including site-specific considerations and specialized access methods like helicopter airlifts or pack animal transport. The agency is requesting industry feedback through a Request for Information (RFI) that requires respondents to submit a proposed shelter design, a project management plan demonstrating compliance with PWS requirements, and a detailed cost breakdown. Responses are limited to 5 pages, must use Times New Roman 12-point font, and are due by February 7, 2025, with submissions to be evaluated based on technical capabilities, project management approach, and cost effectiveness.

The contract opportunity is not designated with a specific set-aside status, indicating it is open to all qualified vendors. The Forest Service manages thousands of communication system shelters and has an annual budget ranging from $1.5 to $5 million for lifecycle replacements. The specific procurement involves manufacturing 8x8 walk-in communication enclosures with integrated 50' tower structures, capable of supporting multiple antennas and meeting rigorous technical specifications like Faraday Cage lightning protection and EMI minimization. Installation sites will be located in remote areas of the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest, with the example site at Fiddler Mountain positioned at 4,916 feet elevation. The contract will require complete turnkey services including shelter manufacturing, shipping, site installation, and disposal of existing infrastructure, with contractors responsible for project management and any necessary site repairs.