Tongass NF Helicopter Pad Replacement

Project ID: 1240BJ26Q0006 FederalOpportunitiesSynopsis Solicitation

Overview

Agency	USFS Region 6: Pacific Northwest Region
Deadline	05/27/26
Posted	05/07/26
Estimated Value	$400,000 - $900,000 (AI estimate)
Set Aside	SBA
NAICS	237990 - Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
PSC	Y1BZ - Construction Of Other Airfield Structures
Location	Wrangell, AK United States

Description

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This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation number 1240BJ26Q0006 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for helicopter pad replacement on the Tongass National Forest. This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 237990. The small business size standard is $45,000,000.00. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.

Summary (Newest Update)

Background The U.S. Forest Service is issuing this solicitation for the replacement of helicopter pads on the Tongass National Forest, which serves as a critical infrastructure for operations in remote areas of Southeast Alaska. The goal of this contract is to ensure safe and reliable helicopter landing sites that meet specific engineering standards and operational requirements. Work Details The contract involves the replacement of mountaintop helicopter pads at three repeater sites: Etolin, Farragut, and Fools. The work includes: - Providing a PE stamped design based on a 90% preliminary drawing package, including calculations and construction plans approved by a qualified registered professional engineer licensed in Alaska. - Removing existing 10-foot by 12-foot aluminum grate helicopter pads and installing new minimum 15-foot by 15-foot aluminum grate landing pads according to provided drawings. - Constructing concrete pier footings as per final construction drawings. - Installing two aluminum stairways at each new landing pad, attached at designated locations. - Clearing vegetation to create a brushed area of 60-foot by 60-foot around the helicopter landing pads to ensure safety during landings. Period of Performance The contract performance period is from June 1, 2026, to September 30, 2026. Place of Performance The construction projects will be performed at three repeater sites located in the Wrangell and Petersburg Ranger Districts within the Tongass National Forest in Southeast Alaska.

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