Bid guide
How to bid on Pisgah South Culvert Rehab for the Department of Agriculture
What the agency is buying
The Department of Agriculture's Forest Service is seeking contractors for the Pisgah South Culvert Rehab project. This work involves removing 214 existing ditch-relief culverts and installing 7,414 linear feet of new 24-inch corrugated metal pipe culverts. Additionally, the project includes reconditioning roads within the Pisgah Ranger District of Pisgah National Forest in North Carolina to meet current Forest Service standards.
This is a significant construction opportunity for small businesses in road and culvert infrastructure.
Key dates and deadlines
This solicitation was published on July 29, 2026. All quotations must be submitted by September 04, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET. This is a firm deadline, and late submissions are generally not considered.
A site visit is scheduled for August 4, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. The location is the Pisgah Ranger District, 1600 Pisgah Hwy, Pisgah Forest, NC 28768. It is recommended to wear work boots, a reflective vest, and bug spray. You must RSVP to Fareedah Vaughn to attend the site visit.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is a total set-aside for small businesses. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) Code is 237310, which covers Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction. The small business size standard for this NAICS code is $45 million.
Firms with experience in culvert installation, road reconditioning, and general civil construction, particularly those familiar with Forest Service standards, would be well-suited for this project.
How to respond
To access the full solicitation details and prepare your response, you will need to view the original source on the government portal. 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 associated documents, though for some bids, documents are publicly accessible without an account. This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ), and a separate written solicitation will not be issued beyond this announcement.
Practical tips for preparing your response
Carefully review all sections of the solicitation, paying close attention to the scope of work, technical specifications for culvert installation and road reconditioning, and any specific requirements for materials or methods. Ensure your quotation directly addresses all requested items.
Attending the site visit on August 4, 2026, is highly recommended. This will provide valuable insight into the project's conditions and help you formulate a more accurate and competitive bid. Remember to RSVP to Fareedah Vaughn. Clearly outline your firm's experience with similar projects, especially those involving culvert replacement and road work in natural or forested environments. Highlight your capacity to complete the work within the required timeframe and to Forest Service standards.
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 Agriculture, Department of; the original posting controls.