Underground Electrical Service Installation

The contract seeks a qualified small business to convert existing overhead electrical power service to underground service, specifically from the utility meter to the pump station located in Lucile, Idaho, with ZIP code 83542. Scope of work includes all necessary trenching, installation of conduit, pulling and terminating electrical cable, and coordination with utility providers to ensure safe and compliant transitions. The project requires adherence to industry standards for underground electrical installations and necessitates careful planning to minimize disruption to surrounding infrastructure and services. All work must be performed by a contractor fully capable of managing site logistics, utility coordination, and regulatory compliance. This is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 238210, which classifies the work as electrical and other construction activities. The solicitation was posted on July 1, 2026, with responses due by July 22, 2026. The contracting entity is the USDA Forest Service through its Intermountain 9 office, and the award will be made to a small business as defined by the Small Business Administration. The place of performance is fixed at the Lucile location, and bidders must be prepared to mobilize, execute, and complete all work on-site within the designated time frame, ensuring all materials and labor meet required specifications for durability, safety, and long-term operational reliability.