Manufacture and Supply of IGBC-Certified Bear-Resistant Storage Boxes

The contract involves the manufacture and delivery of heavy-gauge metal storage boxes designed to be bear-resistant and certified according to Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee (IGBC) standards. These storage units are intended for installation at remote, dispersed campsites to enhance wildlife safety and protect food and other items from bears. The project is classified as a subcontract and is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under FAR 19.5, specifically targeting small businesses for the opportunity. The solicitation was posted on June 12, 2026, with a response deadline of June 22, 2026. The contract falls under the NAICS code 332439, which relates to metal product manufacturing. The work is to be performed in the Fort Collins area and is overseen by the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forest under the Department of Agriculture. This contract emphasizes compliance with safety standards and the delivery of durable, certified products essential for managing human-wildlife interactions in natural forest environments.