How to bid on Fall Creek Road construction for the Federal Highway Administration

What the agency is buying

The Federal Highway Administration is seeking a contractor for construction work on Fall Creek Road in Archuleta and Mineral County, Colorado. This project involves spot repairs at five damaged sites within the San Juan National Forest, approximately 15 miles north of Pagosa Springs.

The scope of work includes embankment construction, placement of riprap, building a precast concrete box culvert, and repairing and protecting bridge abutments. Key quantities include 4,000 cubic yards of embankment construction, 2,000 cubic yards of riprap, 500 tons of aggregate, 70 linear feet of precast concrete box culvert, and 50 cubic yards of grout.

Key dates and deadlines

This solicitation was published on July 15, 2026. All responses must be submitted by August 13, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET. It is important to submit your proposal on time, as late submissions are typically not considered.

The Federal Highway Administration anticipates awarding the contract in September 2026, with a Notice to Proceed expected shortly after. The contract completion date is set for July 30, 2027.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is specifically set aside for small business concerns. The estimated cost for this project is between $2,000,000 and $5,000,000. Firms with experience in heavy civil construction, particularly road repair, embankment work, culvert installation, and bridge scour protection, are well-suited for this bid.

Given the mountainous terrain and the nature of the repairs, contractors with experience working in challenging environmental conditions will find this project aligns with their capabilities.

How to respond

To access the solicitation documents, you will need to click the “View original source” link. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid. You may need to create a free account on the portal to view all the documents, though this is not always required for every bid.

Tips for a competitive response

When preparing your response, clearly detail your firm's experience with similar projects, especially those involving embankment construction, riprap, and culvert installation. Highlight any past work in mountainous or remote locations.

Ensure your proposed schedule aligns with the agency's anticipated completion date of July 30, 2027. Provide a realistic and well-supported cost proposal within the $2 million to $5 million estimated range. Double-check that all required forms and documentation are completed accurately and submitted by the deadline.