How to bid on 2026 Gifford Pinchot Culvert Supply for the Department of Agriculture

What the Forest Service is buying

The U.S. Forest Service, part of the Department of Agriculture, needs various sizes of circular and arch or elliptical aluminized steel pipe culverts. They also require coupler bands, gaskets, bolts, nuts, washers, and related hardware. All culverts must be Type 2, 12 gauge, with leak-resistant joints and provided in 20-foot segments.

The materials must be delivered and unloaded at the Pine Creek Work Center near Cougar, Washington. Vendors must provide 48 hours' advance notice before delivery and include a delivery date in their quote. This is a firm-fixed-price contract.

Key dates and deadlines

This Request for Quotation (RFQ) was published on August 28, 2026. All quotes must be submitted by email no later than September 14, 2026, at 2:00 PM Pacific Daylight Saving Time (PDST). Quotes received after this exact time will not be accepted.

Who this opportunity suits

This is a total small business set-aside opportunity. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) Code is 332322, Sheet Metal Work Manufacturing, with a small business size standard of 500 employees. The service code is 4710 for pipe, tube, and rigid tubing. Firms specializing in these areas and meeting the small business criteria are encouraged to bid.

How to respond

To access the solicitation details, click “View original source” on the portal. If the first click leads to the homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view all documents.

Quotes must be emailed to [email protected] only. Do not send your quote to any other email address. Remember to include your proposed delivery date in your quote.

Tips for a competitive response

Carefully review all specifications for the culverts, bands, gaskets, and hardware to ensure your quote meets every requirement, including material type, gauge, and dimensions. Pay close attention to the delivery instructions, including the 48-hour notice and the need to provide equipment for unloading and repiling materials at the designated location.

Since this is a firm-fixed-price contract, ensure your pricing is accurate and accounts for all costs, including materials, manufacturing, and delivery to the specific site in Washington. Double-check that your quote is submitted to the correct email address and before the strict deadline to ensure it is considered.