Oconaluftee Waterline Replacement

Solicitation 12441926Q0040 is a combined synopsis and request for quotation issued by the USDA Forest Service for waterline replacements at the Oconaluftee Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center in Cherokee, North Carolina. This is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 237110, with a size standard of 19 million dollars. The project involves the replacement of 2 to 4 inch water services, including connections to the water main and building systems, and must be completed between November 6, 2026, and February 5, 2027. The contract will be awarded as a firm-fixed price purchased order based on the lowest priced technically acceptable criteria, evaluating technical requirements, project schedules using the critical path method, and past performance. Offerors must demonstrate at least one year of experience and provide three relevant projects completed within the last five years. The work is subject to the Davis-Bacon Act and requires adherence to ASTM, AASHTO, ICC, and NFPA standards. Key requirements include the provision of performance and payment bonds, strict material storage and marking specifications for HDPE piping, and the maintenance of building egress and water availability during construction. Proposals must be submitted via email to Arthur Courtney by October 30, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST, adhering to specific formatting and page limit requirements. A site visit is scheduled for October 16, 2026, with RSVPs required 72 hours in advance.