Gunnison Ranger District- Pre-cast Concrete Culverts
Overview
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The USDA Forest Service, Gunnison Ranger District, is soliciting quotations for Pre-cast Concrete Culverts via a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ 1240LP26Q0077). This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and aims to procure materials for replacing a failed road bridge at Waunita Bridge, Gunnison, CO. Quotes are due by June 8, 2026, 5:00 PM MT.
Scope of Work
This acquisition requires the supply and delivery of single-cell, precast, reinforced concrete box culverts. Offerors may also propose optional precast reinforced concrete wingwalls and headwalls. All materials must be delivered, including freight and unloading, to a pre-determined location within 45 miles of Gunnison, CO. The culverts must meet specific geometric constraints, including a minimum 8-foot clear span, maximum 55-inch rise, and a length between 35 and 40 feet, designed for a 45-degree skew. Design standards include ASTM C 1433, AASHTO M 259, M 273, ASTM C 1577, and must support FHWA HL-93 design load. Required deliverables with bids include geometric details, weight, manufacturer drawings, certification test results, and installation/structural specifications.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ)
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price Requirements Contract
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (NAICS 327332, Size Standard 750 employees)
- Place of Performance: Gunnison, CO 81230
- Period of Performance: June 10, 2026, to August 30, 2026
- Estimated Delivery: July 20, 2026 (no later than August 30, 2026)
- Questions Due: June 2, 2026, 12:00 PM MT
- Quotes Due: June 8, 2026, 5:00 PM MT
- Contact: Curtis Landreth (curtis.r.landreth@usda.gov, 308-251-6801)
Submission & Evaluation
Evaluation will be based on Technical Approach and Price, with the goal of achieving the best value for the Government. The lowest priced offer will undergo technical capability evaluation first. Past Performance will also be assessed (Acceptable, Neutral, or Unacceptable). Quotes must include pricing for all individual line items to be considered responsive. Delivery is F.O.B. Destination.
Additional Notes
The solicitation incorporates various FAR and AGAR clauses. Delivery vehicles entering National Forest Lands may be subject to weed inspection. Attachments provide detailed specifications, drawings (plan and profile views), and maps for site assessment.