RFQ GAOA High Sierra Ranger Station Demolition, Sierra National Forest

The USDA Forest Service Intermountain Region is requesting quotations for demolition of nine buildings at the High Sierra Ranger Station in Sierra National Forest, Fresno County, California under RFQ 127EAW26Q0024, with quotations due July 8, 2026 and a mandatory site visit on June 25 at 11:00 a.m. PDT. This is a total Small Business set-aside under NAICS 238910 (Site Preparation Contractors) — only firms meeting the $19 million small business size standard are eligible.

The scope includes removal and disposal of nine structures (Barracks #1–4, Laundry/Women's Bathroom, Kitchen, Toilet Building, Shop, Men's Bathroom, and Trash Building), associated plumbing, concrete footings, and electrical conduit; salvage of specified equipment including fire stove, ranges, refrigerators, solar array, tools, and washers/dryers; supply of temporary porta potties to replace the demolished pit toilet building; and complete site cleanup including waterline removal and debris disposal. Work is expected to commence within 10 calendar days of notice to proceed and must be completed by September 30, 2026. The period of performance runs July 13, 2026 through September 30, 2026.

The firm-fixed-price contract value ranges from $250,000 to $500,000. A bid guarantee of 20 percent is required for quotes exceeding $150,000. Award will be made on best-value basis evaluated against technical approach, project management and oversight, debris and material handling, relevant experience (three to five similar projects completed within five years), past performance, and price reasonableness. Contractors must be registered in SAM.gov at quotation submission, comply with Davis-Bacon Act prevailing wage requirements (DBA WD CA20260018), and meet Buy American Act provisions for construction materials. Performance and payment bonds will be required upon award. Questions are due June 29, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. MDT.