Controlled Low-Strength Material (CLSM) Backfill Supply and Placement

The contract calls for the supply and placement of Controlled Low-Strength Material, commonly known as CLSM or flowable fill, specifically for backfilling excavated areas surrounding sewer lines in accordance with Section 219. This work is required at a designated location in Elkins and is part of a subcontract under a total small business set-aside as defined by the SBA, meaning only small business concerns are eligible to bid. The NAICS code 238990 classifies the work under other specialty trade contractors, emphasizing its scope within specialized construction activities. The solicitation was posted on May 7, 2026, with responses due by 9:00 PM on May 28, 2026, and is administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture through its CSA East 13 office. The contract is tied to federal infrastructure work focused on utility support and requires compliance with technical specifications for CLSM application to ensure proper stabilization and compaction around sewer infrastructure without the need for mechanical tamping.