Indian River Canoe Trail Clearing

Project ID: 12444526Q0039 FederalOpportunitiesSolicitation

Overview

Agency	USFS Region 9: Eastern Region
Deadline	06/15/26
Posted	06/08/26
Estimated Value	$25,000 - $90,000 (AI estimate)
Set Aside	SBA
NAICS	237990 - Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
PSC	F006 - Natural Resources/Conservation- Land Treatment Practices
Location	Munising, MI 49862 United States

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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 12444526Q0039 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Indian River Canoe Trail Clearing in Hiawatha NF located in Michigan. 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 Million This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.

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Summary: Background The Indian River Canoe Trail Clearing project is a solicitation issued by the USDA Forest Service for the Munising Ranger District in Hiawatha National Forest, Michigan. The goal of this contract is to clear approximately 30.2 miles of the Indian River Canoe Trail to enhance accessibility and maintain the natural environment. This acquisition is set aside for small business concerns. Work Details The contractor will be responsible for clearing the Indian River Canoe Trail, which involves tasks such as removing vegetation, debris, and obstacles that impede navigation along the trail. The work must comply with environmental regulations and standards as outlined in the Statement of Objectives (SOO) and other attached documents. The project includes a base year and four option years for continued maintenance and clearing services. Period of Performance The geographic location(s) the construction projects will be performed (if provided) Place of Performance The construction projects will be performed in Hiawatha National Forest located in Michigan. Bidder Requirements Bidders must meet specific requirements including being a small business as this is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Contractors must provide a Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) quote and demonstrate compliance with the Statement of Objectives (SOO). Additionally, bidders may need to provide bid/payment/performance bonds and possess necessary contractor licenses. Incumbent Analysis (see Incumbents section for more detail) This opportunity appears to have a confirmed incumbent based on prior contract 12444522P0108 awarded to Gmacc Services for “Indian River Canoe Trail Clearing” valued at $42,370 (06/01/23–09/30/27). The prior work description matches the current project title and scope, and the current solicitation similarly calls for clearing approximately 30.2 miles of the same Indian River Canoe Trail in Hiawatha National Forest, suggesting the effort is a continuation of the same trail maintenance/clearing requirements.

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