One Duck Trail Reconstruction and Shelter Repairs

This contract involves the reconstruction and repair of approximately 2,300 linear feet of the One Duck Trail on Prince of Wales Island within the Tongass National Forest, managed by the USDA Forest Service. The scope includes major work such as trail demolition, installation of aggregate surfacing, construction of stone retaining walls and riser steps, and the addition of a boardwalk with both step and elevated sections. Key features of the project also encompass drainage improvements through armored swales near the shelter, foundation enhancements, and replacement of damaged bunk and floor boards in the existing alpine shelter. The work is divided into a base bid and optional items, with the latter covering the construction of three additional rest areas with benches and spur trails, as well as shelter repairs focused on drainage and structural reinforcement. The project is located near the trailhead along Hydaburg Road, approximately 2.5 miles from the Hollis-Klawock Highway intersection, with parking on the west side of the road and the trail starting on the east. The solicitation, titled "One Duck Trail Reconstruction and Shelter Repairs," was posted in December 2024 with a response deadline in January 2025. It is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 237990, and is managed by the USDA Forest Service’s Office in Washington, DC, with points of contact provided for inquiries. The project aims to improve trail accessibility, safety, and environmental resilience in this remote forest location.