TX-FWS santa ANA NWR-trail repairs

The Department of the Interior Fish and Wildlife Service intends to solicit a small business set-aside contract for trail repairs and improvements at Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge in Alamo, Texas, with a response deadline of July 21, 2026, and formal solicitation anticipated in July 2026.

This is a 100% Small Business Set Aside restricted to firms meeting the NAICS 237310 ($45 million) small business size standard. The anticipated award value is between $300,000 and $500,000, with a 60-calendar-day period of performance commencing from the Notice to Proceed. Award is expected in August 2026.

Work scope encompasses four primary tasks addressing flood damage sustained on March 27, 2025, from 13.38 inches of rainfall. Task 1 rehabilitates 5,700 linear feet of existing granite-surfaced trails by laying 2–3 inches of granite aggregate, compacting with a vibratory roller, and applying stabilizing binder spray. Task 2 installs new granite surfacing on 550 linear feet using Tensar TriAx Geogrid (or equivalent), 6 inches of compacted granite aggregate, and stabilizing binder. Task 3 sprays stabilizing binder over 11,300 linear feet of existing granite-surfaced trails after debris removal. Task 4 applies new caliche surfacing to 3,330 linear feet of trails and roads (2,400 feet at 10-foot width and 930 feet at 6-foot width) with geogrid, caliche placement, and 10-inch compaction. The contractor furnishes all materials, personnel, equipment, supplies, transportation, tools, and supervision. Work occurs between sunrise and sunset daily except federal holidays. Quality Control and Quality Assurance programs with 100% daily COR inspection are required. Solicitation number is 140FGA26Q0029, evaluated under FAR Part 13. Contracting Officer contact: Ian Young, Ian_Young@ios.doi.gov.