GAOA Blanchard Springs Caverns Tunnel Rehabilitation in Ozark-St. Francis NF

The U.S. Forest Service is seeking a qualified prime contractor to perform a comprehensive tunnel rehabilitation at Blanchard Springs Caverns within the Ozark‑St. Francis National Forest. The scope includes structural stabilization, removal of existing supports, masonry repairs, installation of instrumentation and monitoring equipment, replacement of air‑lock and security doors, ceiling systems, ductwork, lighting, safety handrails, and the mine phone system, along with all associated labor, equipment, supplies, testing, inspections, and incidentals. Contractors must be licensed for all applicable trades and may subcontract at their discretion, but only prime proposals will be accepted. • Location: Ozark‑St. Francis National Forest, Arkansas • Work includes extensive underground structural and safety upgrades • All materials, labor, testing, and incidentals are required • Prime‑only solicitation; subcontracting decisions left to the prime contractor • NAICS 238990 (All Other Specialty Trade Contractors) indicated • No specific deadline or award date provided in the excerpt