Lake of the Woods State Forest Pitt Grade Road Realignment

This contract pertains to the Lake of the Woods State Forest Pitt Grade Road Realignment project, with a focus on supporting targeted groups including economically disadvantaged, veteran-owned, and other designated categories, as reflected in the 3% subcontracting goal. The scope of work involves excavation activities to realign an existing aggregate forest road, construction of embankments, and application of class 5 aggregate surfacing. Additionally, the project includes erosion and sediment control measures, vegetation establishment, and stream bank restoration to ensure environmental stability and compliance. An alternate bid option involves importing and placing owner-provided aggregate surfacing and installing sediment control logs, which may be incorporated based on project needs. The project was issued by the Minnesota Department of Administration, with plans and specifications prepared by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. The solicitation, posted on September 23, 2025, has a response deadline of October 16, 2025, and is estimated to be valued between $500,000 and $1.5 million. The contract emphasizes environmentally sensitive construction practices and adherence to specified standards, with primary contact information provided for project inquiries. The NAICS code associated with this project is 238910, indicating specialized work in site preparation and foundation work.