Bid guide
How to bid on Roof System Replacement for the US Geological Survey
What the agency is buying
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) needs a contractor to remove and replace shingle roofs on two buildings at the Leetown Research Laboratory in Kearneysville, West Virginia. This project involves fully removing existing roofs and installing new shingles that meet historic preservation requirements. The work also includes replacing flashing, gutters, and downspouts. All necessary labor, materials, and equipment must be provided.
The entire project must be completed within 60 days from the notice to proceed. This is a 100% small business set-aside opportunity, meaning only small businesses are eligible to bid.
Key dates and deadlines
Quotes for this Request for Quotes (RFQ) 140G0126Q0185 are due by August 07, 2025, at 10:00 AM Pacific Standard Time. It is important to submit your quote on time, as faxed quotes will not be accepted.
A site visit is scheduled for Thursday, July 30, 2026, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time. Contractors are strongly encouraged to attend this visit. If you plan to attend, you must email Dayna Parkin or Adam Kotulka at [email protected] or [email protected] with the names, emails, and phone numbers of attendees at least 24 hours before the site visit. The anticipated contract award date is August 14, 2026.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is ideal for small businesses specializing in roofing and general construction. The relevant NAICS Code is 238160, Roofing Contractors, with a size standard of $19.0 million. Firms with experience in historic preservation requirements for roofing projects will find this particularly suitable.
Given the 60-day performance period, contractors should have the capacity to mobilize quickly and complete the work efficiently within the specified timeframe.
How to respond
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Once you have reviewed the solicitation, prepare your quote according to the instructions provided. All quotes must be emailed to [email protected] by the deadline. To be eligible for award, your business must be registered at sam.gov.
Tips for a competitive response
Carefully review all solicitation documents, especially any sections detailing historic preservation requirements for the shingles. Ensure your proposed materials and methods comply fully with these specific needs. Attending the site visit is highly recommended as it provides crucial insights into the project scope and site conditions that can inform a more accurate and competitive quote.
Clearly itemize your costs for labor, materials, and equipment. Provide a realistic timeline that demonstrates your ability to complete the project within the 60-day performance period. Double-check that your sam.gov registration is active and up-to-date before submitting your quote.
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 US Geological Survey; the original posting controls.