Description
The USDA Forest Service is seeking quotations from small‑business contractors to drill, test, and install a new water well at the Norwood Horse Pasture (1305 Thunder Rd, Norwood, CO 81423). The contractor must provide all labor, materials, equipment, utilities, freight, delivery, and required licenses. The performance period is 60 calendar days after award, with a site visit scheduled for 14 Sep 2026. Offers are due 22 Sep 2026, and questions must be submitted by 16 Sep 2026. This is a total small‑business set‑aside (NAICS 237110) and requires a performance bond.
• Scope: drilling, testing, and installation of a single water well (LS unit).
• Location: Norwood Ranger District, CO (4 mi south of district office).
• Contract type: RFQ – commercial construction services.
• Small‑business set‑aside; size standard $45 M.
• Performance period: 60 days (approx. 09/30/2026 – 11/30/2026).
• Mandatory site visit on 14 Sep 2026 (optional attendance).
• Evaluation based on technical approach, price, and past performance; best‑value award.
• Submission via email in Word/Excel/PDF; offer must be received by 12:00 PM CT.