USDA Forest Service Lake Wedington Waterline Construction, ARKANSAS
Closed Solicitation Posted
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- Solicitation number
- 12445126b0010
- Agency
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Forest Service
Department of Agriculture
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- Total Small Business
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 237110 Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction
- Place of performance
- Fayetteville, Arkansas 72704, United States
- Points of contact
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The USDA Forest Service is seeking a qualified contractor to complete waterline construction and replacement work at Lake Wedington Recreation Area in Fayetteville, Arkansas under Solicitation No. 12445126B0010. The project encompasses two primary packages: complete replacement of existing distribution lines (Package 001) involving approximately 16,000 linear feet of waterline ranging from 1-inch to 6-inch diameter, and installation of a new potable water supply line (Package 002) comprising approximately 6,000 linear feet of 3-inch waterline, along with associated appurtenances such as valves, hydrants, meters, and pump systems. Key contract requirements include compliance with OSHA trench safety standards, Arkansas Department of Health requirements, and AWWA standards, with comprehensive specifications covering site preparation, material selection, installation procedures, hydrostatic pressure testing, flushing, and disinfection protocols. The contract will be awarded to the lowest price responsive and responsible bidder, and offerors must hold prices firm for 90 calendar days from the bid deadline. Critical deadlines include a mandatory pre-bid site visit on March 10, 2026, a questions deadline of March 27, 2026, and sealed bid submission due April 24, 2026 at 10:00 CT via email.
This acquisition is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS Code 237110 (Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction) with a small business size standard of $45 million, meaning only small business concerns are eligible to submit bids. The project magnitude is estimated between $1,000,000 and $2,000,000, with the performance period established at 270 calendar days from award, requiring completion no later than January 29, 2027. The contractor must be a licensed entity with a minimum of five years' experience installing HDPE potable water supply line systems and must furnish performance and payment bonds at 100 percent of the original contract award price within five days of award. Work is scheduled to commence within 10 calendar days after award, with performance taking place at Lake Wedington Recreation Area in Fayetteville, Arkansas on a firm-fixed-price basis under FOB Destination terms. The solicitation incorporates all provisions and clauses by reference in accordance with FAR Part 12 for commercial items, and amendments have been issued to correct the bid deadline, extend the period of performance, and provide engineering clarifications regarding PVC sleeving requirements.
Notice text
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Update #2 · Latest ·
Amendment 003 Updated Schedule B of Items for LI001 Distribution System and Provides Engineering Clarification for Change Request for 2”-8” Schedule 40 PVC Sleeving
Amendment 002 Correct total POP to read 270 days from award (SF1442 block 11); No Later Than 29 Jan 2027. (Remove/Replace Page 1 of the SF1442.)
Amendment 001 Correct the bid deadline of the SF1442. Remove/Replace Page 1 of the SF1442./Block 13a should reflect a deadline of 04/24/2026; 1000CT.
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; offers are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
Solicitation number 12445126B0010 is issued as a Invitation for Bid (IFB) to This project will include elements from two separate designs: complete replacement of existing distribution lines (Package 001) and new potable water supply line (Package 002) at Lake Wedington Recreation Area, Fayetteville, Arkansas.
Disclosure of the Magnitude of Construction Projects: The Magnitude of this project is between $1,000,000 and $2,000,000.
This acquisition is set aside for small business concerns. This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.
The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 237110 - Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction. The small business size standard is $45 million. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.
Statement of Requirement: This project will include elements from two separate designs: complete replacement of existing distribution lines
(Package 001) and new potable water supply line
(Package 002). The distribution system includes demolition of existing lines and valves and installation of approximately 16,000 linear feet of waterline (sizes range from 1-inch to 6-inch) from the existing Forest Service 22,000-gallon water storage tank to the day-use area and campground. The supply line includes installation of approximately 6000 linear feet of 3-inch waterline from Krie Road to the existing Forest Service 22,000-gallon water storage tank.
Project Location: Lake Wedington Recreation Area, Fayetteville, Arkansas; Ozark-St. Francis National Forests. entrance gate to Lake Wedington Rec Area (west of Fayetteville, AR -off AR State Hwy 16). See Attachment 001through 003 for complete details.
Schedule and Deadlines:
Site Visit: 10 Mar 2026, 1000CT. Offerors are highly encouraged to attend the site visit. Meet at the entrance gate to Lake Wedington Rec Area (west of Fayetteville, AR - off AR State Hwy 16). USFS Point of Contact is Danny Sims (479) 223-2176, danny.sims@usda.gov.
RVSP is requested by 07 Mar 2026 so we don't leave anyone behind!!!
Questions Deadline: 27 Mar 2026. Questions shall be submitted via email to steven.alves@usda.gov; cc: adam.doyle@usda.gov and are due no later than March 27th, 2026. The subject line should read: 12445126B0010 QUESTION.
Bids Deadline: 24 Apr 2026 - 1000 CT. All bids shall be received by 1000 CT and emailed to steven.alves@usda.gov cc: adam.doyle@usda.gov. Subject Line: 12445126B0010 BID_Co. Name **BIDDERS SHALL CALL THE CO/CS TO CONFIRM RECEIPT** This will avoid missed bids due to email quarantines that may occur.
Period for acceptance of offers. The Offeror agrees to hold the prices in its offer firm for 90 calendar days from the date specified for receipt of offers.
Period of Performance: 270 days after award/Completion no later than 29 JAN 2027
Update #1 ·
Amendment 002 Correct total POP to read 270 days from award (SF1442 block 11); No Later Than 29 Jan 2027. (Remove/Replace Page 1 of the SF1442.)
Amendment 001 Correct the bid deadline of the SF1442. Remove/Replace Page 1 of the SF1442./Block 13a should reflect a deadline of 04/24/2026; 1000CT.
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; offers are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
Solicitation number 12445126B0010 is issued as a Invitation for Bid (IFB) to This project will include elements from two separate designs: complete replacement of existing distribution lines (Package 001) and new potable water supply line (Package 002) at Lake Wedington Recreation Area, Fayetteville, Arkansas.
Disclosure of the Magnitude of Construction Projects: The Magnitude of this project is between $1,000,000 and $2,000,000.
This acquisition is set aside for small business concerns. This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.
The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 237110 - Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction. The small business size standard is $45 million. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.
Statement of Requirement: This project will include elements from two separate designs: complete replacement of existing distribution lines
(Package 001) and new potable water supply line
(Package 002). The distribution system includes demolition of existing lines and valves and installation of approximately 16,000 linear feet of waterline (sizes range from 1-inch to 6-inch) from the existing Forest Service 22,000-gallon water storage tank to the day-use area and campground. The supply line includes installation of approximately 6000 linear feet of 3-inch waterline from Krie Road to the existing Forest Service 22,000-gallon water storage tank.
Project Location: Lake Wedington Recreation Area, Fayetteville, Arkansas; Ozark-St. Francis National Forests. entrance gate to Lake Wedington Rec Area (west of Fayetteville, AR -off AR State Hwy 16). See Attachment 001through 003 for complete details.
Schedule and Deadlines:
Site Visit: 10 Mar 2026, 1000CT. Offerors are highly encouraged to attend the site visit. Meet at the entrance gate to Lake Wedington Rec Area (west of Fayetteville, AR - off AR State Hwy 16). USFS Point of Contact is Danny Sims (479) 223-2176, danny.sims@usda.gov.
RVSP is requested by 07 Mar 2026 so we don't leave anyone behind!!!
Questions Deadline: 27 Mar 2026. Questions shall be submitted via email to steven.alves@usda.gov; cc: adam.doyle@usda.gov and are due no later than March 27th, 2026. The subject line should read: 12445126B0010 QUESTION.
Bids Deadline: 24 Apr 2026 - 1000 CT. All bids shall be received by 1000 CT and emailed to steven.alves@usda.gov cc: adam.doyle@usda.gov. Subject Line: 12445126B0010 BID_Co. Name **BIDDERS SHALL CALL THE CO/CS TO CONFIRM RECEIPT** This will avoid missed bids due to email quarantines that may occur.
Period for acceptance of offers. The Offeror agrees to hold the prices in its offer firm for 90 calendar days from the date specified for receipt of offers.
Period of Performance: 270 days after award/Completion no later than 29 JAN 2027
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Notice history
| Notice | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| USDA Forest Service Lake Wedington Waterline Construction, ARKANSAS | Award Notice | |
| This notice | Solicitation | |
| USDA Forest Service Lake Wedington Waterline Construction, ARKANSAS | Pre-Solicitation |
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