How to bid on Ash Creek Helispot Construction for the Forest Service

What the agency is buying

The USDA Forest Service is looking for a small business contractor to build the Ash Creek Helispot. This is a construction project located in McCloud, California. Vendors interested in government construction contracts should review this opportunity.

Key dates and deadlines

This solicitation was published on July 22, 2026. If you have questions, they must be submitted by July 31, 2026, at 10:00 AM Pacific Time using the provided RFI Form. All proposals are due by August 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM Pacific Time. Proposals must be emailed to the Contracting Officer.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is set aside for small businesses. It is suitable for construction firms with experience in site preparation and similar infrastructure projects. The project location is in McCloud, California, so firms familiar with that region may find this particularly relevant.

How to respond

To access the solicitation, click “View original source” on the portal. If the first click takes you to the homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view all documents, though this is not always required. Be sure to use the corrected Schedule of Items, Revision 01, in your proposal, as failure to do so will result in your proposal being non-responsive.

Submit any questions on the RFI Form to the Contracting Officer via email by the deadline. Your complete quote must also be emailed to the Contracting Officer by the final deadline.

Tips for a competitive response

Carefully review all solicitation documents, especially the corrected Schedule of Items, to ensure your proposal meets all requirements. Since no organized site visit will be held, consider visiting the project location independently if possible, as it is open to the public. However, remember that failure to inspect the site cannot be grounds for a claim after contract award.

Ensure your RFI Form is submitted well before the deadline for questions, allowing time for a response. When preparing your quote, double-check that all required submission documents are included and that your email submission is sent to the correct address by the exact deadline.