GAOA High Sierra Ranger Station Demolition, Sierra National Forest

This solicitation, numbered 127EAW26Q0024, is a combined synopsis and request for quotation for the demolition of ten buildings at the High Sierra Ranger Station located within the Sierra National Forest in Fresno County, California. The project includes the dismantling, removal, and proper disposal of structures such as Barracks #1 through #4, the Men’s Bathroom, and the Trash Building, along with associated plumbing, concrete footings, and electrical conduit. All work must comply with CSI Specifications, particularly Division 02 for demolition, Division 01 for waste management, and other relevant divisions covering concrete, steel, and specialities. The acquisition is entirely set aside for small business concerns with a size standard of $19 million under NAICS code 238910, and all responsible small business entities are invited to submit quotes. The contract is firm-fixed price, with an estimated value between $250,000 and $500,000, and requires performance within a defined period of 80 calendar days following notice to proceed, with a final delivery deadline of September 30, 2026. The contractor must furnish performance and payment bonds within ten days of award and adhere to prevailing wage rates under the Davis-Bacon Act and minimum wage requirements under Executive Order 14026. All materials and equipment must be addressed to the contractor, not the government, and all official communications must reference the contract number. Proposals must be submitted electronically by July 8, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. local time to Judith Martin at PPS.proposals@usda.gov, and must include a signed SF-1442, a fully completed Schedule of Items (Attachment 2), acknowledgment of all amendments, and a scanned bid guarantee if the quote exceeds $150,000. Technical proposals must address project management, scheduling, debris handling, equipment, and subcontractor roles, with resumes for key personnel limited to two pages each. Evaluation is based on technical and project management approach, organizational experience, and past performance, with no formal tradeoff conducted, though best value—not necessarily lowest price—will determine award. The contractor must comply with federal anti-discrimination laws and executive orders related to equal protection, and certify adherence to the Buy American Act, trafficking in persons prohibitions, and environmental standards including hazardous material handling and pollution prevention. Invoicing is mandatory through the