How to bid on Rock Crushing, Indian Springs Pit Development for the Dept. of Agriculture

What the agency is buying

The Department of Agriculture is seeking a small business to perform rock crushing and develop the Indian Springs Pit. This is an opportunity for vendors in the mining and quarrying sector.

This acquisition is a total small business set-aside, meaning only small businesses are eligible to submit a quotation. The relevant NAICS code is 212319, Other Crushed and Broken Stone Mining and Quarrying, with a small business size standard of 550 employees. The Product Service Code is 3820, Mining, Rock Drilling, Earth Boring, and Related Equipment.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation was published on July 30, 2026. The deadline for submitting quotations is August 10, 2026, at 1:00 PM Pacific time (4:00 PM Eastern time).

It is strongly encouraged that all prospective bidders visit the project site. Questions and answers regarding the solicitation have been provided in an amendment.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is specifically for small business concerns with experience in rock crushing, mining, quarrying, or related earth-moving and equipment services. Firms specializing in crushed and broken stone mining and quarrying will find this relevant.

The project is located in White Bird, Idaho, which may be a consideration for logistics and site visits.

How to respond

To access the solicitation, click “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 all documents, though this is not always required.

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation, and a separate written solicitation is available in the attachments section. All responsible sources are invited to submit a quotation.

Tips for a competitive response

Given the strong encouragement for a site visit, make every effort to attend. This will provide valuable insight into the project scope and potential challenges, allowing you to submit a more accurate and competitive quotation.

Carefully review all amendments, especially those containing questions and answers. These often clarify requirements and provide additional details that can impact your proposal. Ensure your quotation directly addresses all stated requirements and specifications.

As this is a small business set-aside, confirm your business meets the 550-employee size standard for NAICS code 212319. Clearly demonstrate your firm's experience with similar rock crushing and pit development projects.