Trenching, Excavation, and Backfilling

The contract involves trenching, excavation, and backfilling operations to access underground valves, with specific requirements to include shoring when necessary, proper spoil removal, and backfilling with adequate compaction to meet OSHA safety standards. The work must be executed in compliance with federal regulations to ensure worker safety and structural integrity, particularly in sensitive underground environments. All tasks are governed by strict industry protocols and emphasize hazard mitigation through engineered support systems and controlled soil handling. This is a Small Business Set-Aside subcontract under NAICS code 238910, awarded by the Department of Homeland Security through its Base MIAMI office, with performance located in Clearwater, FL, ZIP 33762. The opportunity was posted on July 16, 2026, and responses are due by August 14, 2026, at 7:00 PM local time. The contract is restricted to small businesses as defined by the SBA, ensuring targeted participation from qualified small entities in critical infrastructure access projects. The place of performance and regulatory compliance are central to eligibility and execution, requiring contractors to demonstrate both technical capability and adherence to federal safety and procurement guidelines.