Crack Sealing – Hot-Applied Pavement Maintenance

The contract calls for the application of hot-applied crack sealant to pavement cracks measuring 1/4 inch wide by 1/2 inch deep at the Hidden Springs Ranger District office located in Vienna, Illinois, with a ZIP code of 62995. This task is part of a pavement maintenance effort aimed at preventing further deterioration of the surface by sealing existing cracks with thermoplastic material applied at elevated temperatures. The work is scoped specifically to the district office’s paved areas and requires adherence to specified dimensions and material application standards to ensure durability and effectiveness under varying weather conditions. The contract is classified as a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, meaning only small businesses certified by the Small Business Administration are eligible to bid, and it falls under NAICS code 238990 for other specialized construction activities. The solicitation was posted on April 29, 2026, with bids due by 7:00 PM on May 7, 2026, and is managed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service under CSA East 13. The place of performance is fixed, and all work must be completed at the designated location with no flexibility in site location or alternate delivery terms.