Heavy Equipment Operation and Site Preparation

The contract entails the operation of drilling rigs, excavators, and other heavy machinery to facilitate site access, excavation, and rig setup within environmentally sensitive areas, requiring strict adherence to ecological protection protocols and minimal disturbance standards. All work must be performed in compliance with federal environmental regulations and best practices for conservation, with an emphasis on sustainable methods to mitigate impact on natural habitats and wildlife corridors. The scope demands specialized expertise in operating heavy equipment under challenging terrain and ecological constraints, ensuring that all activities are executed with precision and environmental stewardship. This is a subcontract under a Small Business Set Aside designation, exclusively available to qualified small businesses as defined by the SBA, with a NAICS code of 237990 for other heavy and civil engineering construction. The opportunity was posted on July 28, 2026, and responses are due by August 17, 2026, with the contracting entity being Construction A/e Team 3 FWS under the Department of the Interior. Performance location details are not specified, but work is expected to occur in federally managed lands with high environmental sensitivity. Participation requires proven experience in environmentally focused heavy equipment operations and an understanding of the regulatory framework governing land use in protected areas.