How to bid on Minuteman Missile access road work for FHWA

What FHWA is buying

The Federal Highway Administration is seeking roadway reconditioning, four inches of aggregate surface course, and culvert replacement on Minuteman Missile access roads in six North Dakota counties. The work is part of a Defense Access Road program supporting annual maintenance and improvements to certified gravel roads.

The work must stay within the existing road bench. The typical section calls for a roadway surface up to 24 feet wide, a 4% crown or as approved by the contracting officer, and tapered aggregate surfacing at applicable locations.

Key date and deadline

The opportunity was published October 27, 2026. The RFP deadline is December 2, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET.

The provided information does not state what happens after the deadline. Plan to submit before the stated time and check the solicitation documents for the submission process and any additional timing details.

Who this opportunity may suit

This construction opportunity may suit firms experienced in gravel-road reconditioning, aggregate surfacing, and culvert replacement. Contractors should be prepared to work within an existing roadway bench and follow the project’s stated surface dimensions and grading details.

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 directly to the bid.

A free account may be needed to view documents, though some bids can be viewed without one.

Prepare a clear, complete response

Read the solicitation documents carefully and use them to confirm the required submission method, response contents, and any evaluation details. The provided summary does not include those requirements, so do not assume what the RFP asks you to submit.

Build your estimate around the stated work: roadway reconditioning, four inches of aggregate surface course, culvert replacement, and the applicable roadway width, crown, and taper details. Check your assumptions against the solicitation documents, and leave time to review your response for completeness before submitting.