Description
The USDA Forest Service is soliciting a small‑business contractor to replace an existing horse corral at Big Springs Campground, Caribou‑Targhee National Forest, Idaho. The work consists of supplying and installing a 20 ft × 60 ft steel‑oil‑pipe fence system divided into three pens, concrete post embedments, and providing temporary traffic‑control measures and signage. Optional awards include a second identical corral and a hitching rail. The contract is a total‑small‑business set‑aside (NAICS 238990) with an estimated value between $25 K and $100 K. Work must be completed within a 61‑day base period, with performance dates June 1 – July 31 2027. The solicitation was issued 24 Sep 2026; questions are due 12 Oct 2026, and offers must be received by 29 Oct 2026.
• Scope: steel‑pipe fence, concrete footings, traffic‑control, signage.
• Options: additional corral and hitching rail.
• Location: Westside Ranger District, Caribou‑Targhee NF, Idaho (≈ 52 mi S of Pocatello).
• Small‑business set‑aside; estimated contract value $25‑100 K; 61‑day construction window.