Oconaluftee Waterline Replacement

The USDA Forest Service is soliciting quotations for a water‑line replacement at the Oconaluftee Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center in Cherokee, NC. The contract will be a firm‑fixed‑price purchase order, set‑aside for total small‑businesss, and includes mobilization, utility locating, installation of a new 6‑inch PVC main, replacement of downstream water services, fire hydrant and gate‑valve installation, erosion control, and site restoration (turf, concrete, pavement). Work must begin within 10 calendar days of receipt of the Notice to Proceed and be completed within 90 calendar days. The estimated contract value is between $150 k and $275 k. • Replace approximately 40 ft of 6‑in. PVC water main and multiple 2‑4 in. service lines. • Provide utility locating, erosion‑control measures, tracer‑wire system, fire‑hydrant installation, and concrete/pavement repair. • Mandatory site visit on 16 Oct 2026; questions due by 21 Oct 2026; final quote due by 13 Nov 2026.