Salina Creek - 2nd Crossing Construction Contract

The Salina Creek 2nd Crossing Construction Contract, solicitation number AG-84N8-S-08-0037, was awarded to Harwood and Rees by the USDA Forest Service. This project, located in the Richfield Ranger District of the Fishlake National Forest in Richfield, Utah, was designated as a total HUBZone set-aside with an estimated price range between 100,000 and 250,000 dollars. The scope of work involves the construction of dispersed camping loop roads, trailhead parking, bulletin board installation, barrier rocks, and site closures, as well as general site preparation, grading, and the use of crushed aggregate base. The contract required a performance period of 80 calendar days, with work commencing within 10 days of the notice to proceed. Key requirements included the provision of performance and payment bonds, a detailed equipment list, and strict adherence to a comprehensive fire precautions plan to ensure safety and suppression capabilities during construction. The project was managed by the Forest Service office in Salt Lake City, with evaluation factors focusing heavily on the contractor's past experience and performance.