How to bid on Selkirk to Surf Road Maintenance with the Department of Agriculture

What the agency is buying

The USDA Forest Service is seeking a contractor for road maintenance and related improvements in the Selkirks to Surf project area. This work includes improvements to trails, bridges, campgrounds, and scenic viewpoints within the North Cascades Recreation Scenic Corridor.

The project is located in the Methow Valley Ranger District of the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest in Okanogan County, Washington. This opportunity is a total small business set-aside.

Key dates and deadlines

This solicitation was published on September 11, 2026. If you have questions about this opportunity, they must be submitted via email by September 14, 2026, at 1:00 PM Pacific Time. All quotations are due by September 21, 2026, at 1:00 PM Pacific Time. This is equivalent to 4:00 PM Eastern Time.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is a total small business set-aside, meaning only small businesses can bid. 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 road construction, trail maintenance, bridge work, and campground improvements would be well-suited for this project.

How to respond

To access the full details of this opportunity, click “View original source” on the portal. If the first click takes you to the portal's 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.

All questions should be emailed to [email protected]. All proposals must be emailed to both [email protected] and [email protected] by the deadline.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully review all solicitation documents to understand the full scope of work, including specific requirements for road maintenance, trail improvements, and work on bridges, campgrounds, and scenic viewpoints. Pay close attention to the project location details and access instructions provided.

Ensure your quotation clearly addresses all aspects of the requested work and demonstrates your firm's capability to perform the required tasks. Since this is an RFQ, focus on providing a clear, concise, and competitive price along with any requested technical information. Double-check that your proposal is submitted to both specified email addresses before the deadline.