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Ross Creek Cedars Nature Trail Boardwalk Construction Kootenai National Forest

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1240LU21R0001Federal

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The Forest Service is seeking construction services for the reconstruction of the Ross Creek nature trail in Kootenai National Forest near Libby, Montana. This project involves building approximately 4,000 feet of 6-foot-wide boardwalk and three minor trail bridges designed to meet ABA standards. The reconstruction aims to enhance sustainable recreation opportunities by improving trail accessibility through an ancient cedar grove while preserving natural resources and minimizing injury risks from exposed roots. The construction is estimated to cost between $500,000 and $1,000,000, with work planned to take place from mid-July to December 1, either in 2021 or 2022. The site is closed annually starting December 1 due to severe weather and snow, which also impacts site accessibility during the winter solicitation period. Contractors interested in the project (solicitation number 1240LU21R0001) are encouraged to visit the site between the posting date and December 1, 2020, as no formal site visits or pre-bid tours will be offered. Additional information, including maps, pictures, and evolving drawings, will be provided with the official solicitation anticipated in spring 2021. Contact points for the project include Mary Laws, Recreation Program Manager, and Tina D. Cook. This work supports the Forest Service’s mission under the Department of Agriculture to balance recreation access with environmental protection.

General Info

Construction of 4,000-foot ADA-compliant trail boardwalk and bridges in Kootenai National Forest, Montana.

Agency

Department Of Agriculture → Forest Service

NAICS

237310 - Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction

Place of Performance

Libby, MT, 59923, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

Ross Creek Cedars Nature Trail Boardwalk Pre-Solicitation

5 pages · presolicitation

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1 update

PostedOct 16

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Notice updatedOct 19

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → Forest Service

Contacts2 people available

OfficeUSA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → Forest Service

Office AddressUSA

Contacts

Tina D Cook

Mary Laws

Full Description

The Forest Service plans to solit construction services for the reconstruction of Ross Creek nature trail. This trail winds through an ancient cedar grove, improving access and creating a sustainable recreation opportunity, while protecting natural resources. This reconstruction would include construction of approximately 4,000 feet of 6 ft. wide boardwalk, and 3 trail bridges (minor) that meet ABA. Boardwalk will provide sustainable trail, define the route, and reduce risk of injury due to exposed roots. See the attachment for additional information, map, pictures, and drawings. Drawings are subject to change and are not official. Final drawings and pictures will be posted to the actual solicitation. The anticipated Request For Proposal (RFP) soliciation period for this project will likely take place during the winter months. The proposed site will likely be inaccessible during the solicitation period, and is closed to the public on December 1st of every year due to severe weather conditions and snow complilation. This notice services to inform potential contractors of the upcoming contract opportunity and the open site visit availability of this area from the date of this post to December 1st, 2020. No formal site visit or pre-bid tour will be held for this solicitation. Contractor's interested in submitting a proposal for this project (no. 1240LU21R0001) should visit the site before weather conditions prohibit access. For more information on accessing the site, please contact Mary Laws, Recreation Program Manager. Contact info: email mary.laws@usda.gov, phone 406-283-7648 (not in office every day). Estimated date of when this project will be advertised/solicited: Spring 2021. Range of dates for project construction: July 16-December 1, 2021 or 2022. The estimated magnitude of this project is between $500,000 - $1,000,000.