RFQ GAOA, Road Striping and Signage 2. 0

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is requesting quotes for road striping and signage installation on four roads in Tulare County, California under a Total Small Business Set-Aside (NAICS 237310, Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction), with quotes due July 17, 2026. This procurement is restricted to small businesses; only SBA-certified small-business entities are eligible to bid.

The scope encompasses approximately 76 miles of road striping on paved roads (14S11 Horse Corral, 21S03 Blackrock, 22S05 Sherman Pass, and 22S82 Lloyd Meadow) across the Hume Lake Ranger District, Kern River Ranger District, and Western Divide Ranger District of Sequoia National Forest. The contractor must also install and replace signs on both existing posts and new posts as specified in the work list. All labor, equipment, materials, and associated resources are the contractor's responsibility. Work must comply with Federal Highway Projects standards, the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, and Forest Service specifications.

On-site work is estimated to begin in August 2026 with a 75-calendar-day performance period from Notice to Proceed, including allowances for weather delays, material procurement and delivery, and final cleanup. Work hours are restricted to 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday; weekend equipment operations require written approval. Environmental conditions range from below 20°F to over 100°F, with significant snowfall in mountainous areas that may trigger winter shutdowns. The contractor must obtain all necessary licenses and permits and comply with federal, state, and local regulations.

Submittals due within 10 days of award include a Submittal Register, project safety plan (California and Federal OSHA compliant with medical evacuation and emergency communications provisions), traffic control plan, spill response plan, and equipment cleaning certifications. Additional requirements include providing employee toilet facilities, securing equipment daily, obtaining burning permits, and managing noxious weed control on off-road equipment.