Bid guide
How to bid on Nez Perce-Clearwater Repairs 2022-1 for the Department of Transportation
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The Department of Transportation is conducting market research for a construction project in the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest in Idaho. This project involves repairs at five road sites that were damaged by rainstorms. The work may include road slope repairs, wall construction, and culvert replacement.
This is an opportunity for construction firms to inform the government about their capabilities for a project estimated to be between $2 million and $5 million. While this is not a formal bid request, your response helps the agency make informed acquisition decisions for future solicitations.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This Request for Information (RFI) was published on August 13, 2026. Responses are due by September 14, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET (which is 2:00 PM Pacific Time).
At the deadline, the agency will stop accepting submissions for this market research. The project is expected to be formally advertised in Spring 2027, with construction anticipated for Summer 2027.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for construction firms with experience in highway, street, and bridge construction, specifically those capable of performing road slope repairs, wall construction, and culvert replacement. The relevant NAICS code is 237310, which has a size standard of $45 million.
Businesses interested in federal construction contracts, particularly those with the capacity to handle projects in the $2 million to $5 million range, should consider responding to this RFI.
How to respond to this RFI
To respond, you need to submit the form linked under "attachments/links" on the original source portal. Access the opportunity by clicking "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 documents, though this is not always required for every bid.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Even though this is an RFI and not a formal bid, provide clear and concise information about your firm's capabilities and experience relevant to the described work. Highlight any past projects involving road slope repairs, wall construction, or culvert replacement, especially in similar environments.
Ensure your response clearly states your firm's qualifications under NAICS 237310 and demonstrates your capacity to handle a project of the estimated size. A well-prepared RFI response can help position your company favorably for future solicitations related to this project.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Federal Highway Administration; the original posting controls.