Native Log Stringer Bridge Construction

The contract awards a subcontract for the design, fabrication, and installation of trail bridges using native logs as stringers, encompassing all aspects of construction including anchoring, decking, and railing systems. The work is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under SBA guidelines, ensuring exclusive eligibility for small businesses, and is classified under NAICS code 238210 for structural steel and structural metal fabrication. The project is located at Stratton within the Green Mountain National Forest, under the U.S. Department of Agriculture, with all work required to be completed in accordance with forest service standards and environmental considerations. Responses are due by May 1, 2026, at 4:00 PM, and the opportunity was posted on April 28, 2026. The contract specifies the use of locally sourced native logs for structural stringers, emphasizing sustainability and integration with the natural landscape. All components must be engineered for durability and safety in outdoor trail environments, including proper anchoring to prevent displacement and railings to ensure user safety. The scope includes transportation, on-site assembly, and installation of the completed bridge structures at designated trail locations within the forest, with no specified point of contact provided beyond the public solicitation link.