Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests- Road Maintenance

Solicitation 1240LP26Q0167 is a call order issued under the Region 3 Forest Engineering and Roads Maintenance Blanket Purchase Agreement for road surface maintenance within the Sitgreaves Zone of the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests in Arizona. The scope of work involves maintenance blading and the cleaning of road and lead out ditches across the Black Mesa and Lakeside Districts. The project consists of approximately 99.48 miles of double lane road surface maintenance, with an additional 32.02 optional miles. A strict production limit is enforced, restricting work to no more than 5 miles per blade in any 24-hour period. This opportunity is a total small business set-aside, specifically designated for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses. The government will award the contract based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method, evaluating technical proposals on the understanding of the work, including equipment requirements and scheduling, before selecting the lowest priced acceptable offer. Key requirements include the submission of a job-specific safety plan addressing heavy equipment and fast-running water hazards, as well as adherence to MUTCD standards for traffic control. All invoicing must be processed through the IPP system. Proposals are due by September 11, 2026.