How to bid on Minuteman Missile access roads for the Federal Highway Administration

What FHWA is buying

The Federal Highway Administration is seeking proposals for reconditioning existing gravel access roads used by the Minuteman Missile program. Work includes adding a 4-inch aggregate surface course and replacing culverts.

The roads are in southwestern Wyoming, southeastern Nebraska, and northeastern Colorado. Proposed work must stay on the existing roadway bench; the aggregate surface can be up to 24 feet wide.

Key date and deadline

The RFP was published October 27, 2026. Proposals are due December 2, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET.

Plan to submit before the deadline and allow time to confirm that your response has been received. The provided information does not state what happens after the deadline.

Who this opportunity may suit

This construction opportunity may suit firms experienced in gravel-road reconditioning, aggregate surface work, and culvert replacement. Vendors should consider whether they can perform work across the project’s locations while keeping proposed work on the existing roadway bench.

How to access the bid

Click “View original source” above to open the opportunity on the portal. If the first click takes you to the portal homepage, click it again to go to the bid.

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Prepare a clear, competitive response

Read the solicitation documents carefully and make a checklist of every requested item, form, and submission instruction. Base your work plan and pricing on the stated scope, including the 4-inch aggregate course, the maximum 24-foot width, culvert replacement, and the requirement to stay on the existing roadway bench.

Explain how your team will carry out the relevant road and culvert work, and check that your response addresses the proposed 4% crown or approval by the CO and tapering the aggregate surface at applicable locations. Verify all calculations and submission materials before sending your proposal.