Roy Pray Portal Repairs

The Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management Colorado Region has published a Special Notice for Roy Pray Portal Repairs, indicating their intent to award a sole source contract to North Wind Construction Services, LLC under the 8(a) set-aside program. This is not a solicitation notice but rather an informational announcement regarding upcoming remediation work at the Roy Pray Mine Site. The project involves excavating the portal area and installing a properly designed portal structure with replacement gate, along with various safety improvements including steel sets, scaling, rockbolting, and debris removal. The work falls under NAICS code 562910 for Remediation Services with a size standard of $25 million. The Roy Pray Mine Site has been determined eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places, which adds historical preservation considerations to the project scope.

The Special Notice serves to inform the contracting community of the Bureau's intent to proceed with this 8(a) sole source award, providing transparency in the procurement process. Due to the site's historical significance and NRHP eligibility, contractors must develop a work plan that preserves the site's integrity and requires a BLM-approved archaeological monitor throughout the activities. The project encompasses comprehensive portal repairs including steel set installation from Station 0+84 to Station 1+12.5, cavity filling with polyurea silicate foam, thorough scaling of the entire adit, and installation of rockbolting and meshing for personnel safety during inspections. Contract Specialist Kerry Spetter is available for questions via email at kspetter@blm.gov, with the notice posted on September 22, 2025, and a due date of October 21, 2025. This opportunity is specifically restricted to 8(a) certified companies, making it accessible only to small disadvantaged businesses participating in the SBA's 8(a) Business Development Program.