Monongahela NF FR78 Dogway Bridge Replacement

This contract is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) issued under FAR Part 12 for the replacement of three existing vented ford low water crossings on Forest Road 78 within the Monongahela National Forest in Webster County, West Virginia. The project involves removing the current structures at Miles Post 0.39, 1.11, and 1.6 and installing new single-span bridges with concrete abutments, timber decks, and gravel approaches. In-stream work and dewatering are required at all three locations, necessitating strict environmental and safety controls. The solicitation is a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 237310, with a size standard of $45 million in annual revenue, and is open only to responsible small business concerns. Evaluation will follow a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) approach, where the lowest-priced offer that meets all technical requirements will be selected, with no trade-offs permitted between price and non-price factors. Contractors must submit a comprehensive set of plans and certifications prior to mobilization, including a Safety Plan, Sediment and Erosion Control Plan, Dewatering & Diversion Plan, Traffic Control Plan, Quality Control Plan, Hazardous Spill Plan, Fire Plan, Construction Schedule, and certifications for weed-free materials and compaction test results. Shop drawings, engineering calculations, load ratings, and as-built drawings are also required, alongside adherence to specified standards such as AASHTO M 145, AWPA UC4C for treated timber preservation, and multiple Supplemental and Standard Specifications. The contractor must comply with federal labor wage requirements, Buy American provisions for construction materials, and must post Performance and Payment Bonds. Work must commence within five days of notice to proceed and be fully completed—including final cleanup—within 460 calendar days after award. Proposals must be submitted physically by August 25, 2026, and must include a valid Unique Entity ID from SAM.gov. All offers must be responsive and responsible, with the Contracting Officer maintaining final authority over inspections, acceptance, and contract administration.