Bid guide
How to bid on the Beckwourth District Office Water System for the USDA
What the agency is buying
The U.S. Department of Agriculture needs a small business to replace the entire on-site water system at the Beckwourth Ranger District Office in Plumas County, California. This project involves abandoning the old system, constructing a new one, restoring pavement and hardscapes, and installing a heated enclosure for backflow prevention.
This is a construction opportunity for firms specializing in water system infrastructure.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on August 27, 2026. An organized site visit is scheduled for September 3, 2026, at 1:00 PM Pacific Time at the Beckwourth Ranger District Office. Questions about the solicitation are due by September 7, 2026.
Quotations must be submitted electronically by September 14, 2026, no later than 1:00 PM Pacific Time. Late submissions may not be considered.
Who this opportunity suits
This acquisition is a total small business set-aside, meaning only small businesses are eligible to bid. The relevant North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) code is 237110, which covers Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction. The small business size standard for this NAICS code is $45 million.
This opportunity is ideal for small construction firms with experience in water system demolition, installation, and related site restoration work.
How to respond
To access the full solicitation details, click “View original source” on the portal. You may need to click it a second time if you land on the portal's homepage. A free account might be necessary to view all documents, though not always.
All questions should be sent to [email protected] by the deadline. Quotations must be submitted electronically to both [email protected] and [email protected].
Tips for a competitive response
Attend the organized site visit on September 3, 2026. This is a crucial opportunity to understand the project scope firsthand, assess site conditions, and potentially ask clarifying questions directly. Make sure to note the contact person for the site visit.
Submit any questions you have well before the September 7 deadline. Clear up any ambiguities in the solicitation to ensure your quotation is fully compliant and accurately reflects the required work. Pay close attention to all submission instructions, including the specific email addresses and the Pacific Time deadline, to ensure your proposal is received on time.
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