Westside Trail Bridge Replacements

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ) for commercial items, specifically for the purchase of three timber trail bridges to replace failed or poor condition bridges on trails within the Westside Ranger District. The bridges are intended for replacement during the 2026 field season.

• Three timber trail bridges:

  • Two 25ft span pedestrian timber girder bridges with glue-laminated superstructure.
  • One 16ft span pedestrian timber slab bridge with nail-laminated deck/superstructure.

• All structural components must have clear traceability to the fabricator or timber mill.

• Contractor must furnish a Certificate of Conformance (COC) in accordance with FAR 52.246-15, certifying that all timber meets specified stress grades and preservative treatment standards (e.g., AWPA standards).

• Traceability documentation must be provided.

• Award Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase Order.

• Period of Performance: Delivery by August 6th, 2026. Early deliveries are accepted. Deliveries on Fridays are NOT accepted.

• FOB: Destination.

• Offer Due Date: May 6, 2026, 1600 MT.

• Submission: Quotations must include pricing for all items to be considered responsive.

• Evaluation: Quotes will be evaluated based on the lowest price technically acceptable criteria. The lowest priced offer will be evaluated for Technical Acceptability. If not acceptable, the process continues with the next lowest priced offer.

• Past Performance: May be evaluated using references, USDA contracts, and CPARS.

• Questions Due: May 1, 2026, 1600 MT. Submit questions via email to Westley.Bisson@usda.gov.

• This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) Code: 321999.

• Small Business Size Standard: 500 employees.

• All responsible sources may submit a quotation.

• Supporting documents include: Statement of Work (J.1), Glulam Girder Drawings (J.2), and Nail-lam Drawings (J.3).

• Offerors must hold prices for 90 calendar days.

• Offload assistance requires 7-day notice.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains detailed drawings and specifications for the construction of "Glulam Stringer Trail Bridges" as part of the "South Walker Creek & Boundary Trail Bridges" project. It serves as a technical guide for building these bridges.

• Structural Details: Provides plans, elevations, and sections for glulam stringer trail bridges, including stringer dimensions, deck planking, railing systems, and diaphragms.
• Material Specifications: Details the types of timber (Douglas Fir/Larch), hardware (galvanized or weathering steel), concrete, and gabion basket materials required.
• Construction Notes: Includes general notes on specifications, timber and lumber requirements, treatment methods (preservative treatment), hardware and steel fabrication, and field treatment procedures.
• Table-1C: Lists specific glulam stringer size requirements based on span length and design loading (pedestrian live load and ground snow load).
• Substructure Details: Includes information on timber sills, gabion foundations, and concrete sills, with associated connection details.

This document is crucial for any bidder intending to construct the trail bridges. It outlines the exact design, materials, and construction methods that must be followed. Bidders will need to use these drawings and specifications to accurately estimate costs, plan construction activities, and ensure compliance with all technical requirements.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This Statement of Work outlines the requirements for the purchase of three timber trail bridges to replace failed or poor condition bridges on trails within the Westside Ranger District, planned for the 2026 field season.

• Procurement of three timber trail bridges.

• Bridges will be used by stock (horses and pack animals).

• Specifications for bridge dimensions:

  • 16-foot bridge: 84-inch clear width between railings.
  • 25-foot bridges: 60-inch deck width, curb only (no railing).

• Each prefabricated bridge must be delivered unassembled with all specified materials for assembly.

• Materials include: bridge deck, rails or curbs, superstructure (stringers, diaphragms, etc.), substructure (sills, gabion baskets, backwall, etc.), and hardware.

• All timber must be cut to length, holes bored, and treated.

• All hardware and structural steel must be supplied per the plans.

• Two diaphragm options are acceptable: standard glue-laminated (Drawing sheet 2) or alternate steel (Drawing sheet 3).

• Delivery requested by August 6th, 2026.

• Delivery location: Bannock Guard Station (42.7297, -112.4140) near Pocatello, Idaho.

• The Forest can perform off-load if the supplier provides at least a 7-day notice prior to delivery.

• Delivery on a Friday is not acceptable.

• The delivery site is accessible to semi-trucks via gravel road and parking lot.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains detailed engineering drawings and specifications for the construction of a nail-laminated timber trail bridge. It serves as a standard plan for bridge design and construction, providing specific details for components, materials, and assembly.

• Structural Details: Drawings illustrate longitudinal nail-laminated timber deck panels, railing systems, curbs, sills, and abutment connections.
• Material Specifications: Details on timber species, lumber grades, treatments (preservative and field), and hardware (galvanized or weathering steel) are provided.
• Construction Notes: Includes general notes on specifications, fabrication, tie rod tensioning, and specific requirements for different bridge components.
• Load Requirements: Table 1.1 specifies lamination depth requirements based on pedestrian and ground snow loads for various deck panel lengths and spans.
• Foundation Details: Information on gabion foundations and timber sills is included, referencing other standard drawings for foundation alternatives.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the technical requirements, materials, and construction methods for the timber trail bridge. It directly informs the scope of work, material sourcing, fabrication processes, and overall construction approach. Bidders must review these drawings and specifications to accurately estimate costs, develop a construction plan, and ensure compliance with the project's engineering standards.