How to bid on Skidmore Day Use Improvement with Prescott National Forest

What the agency is buying

The Prescott National Forest, part of the Department of Agriculture, is seeking construction improvements for the Skidmore Day Use Area in Camp Verde, Arizona. This project involves building new parking areas, entrances, barriers, and visitor amenities. There are also optional items, including additional steel barriers, new ramadas, and a double-vault toilet.

This opportunity is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) and is set aside for small business concerns. It falls under NAICS code 238990, All Other Specialty Trade Contractors, with a small business size standard of $16.50 million. This means only small businesses can submit a quotation for this work.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation was published on September 10, 2026. All quotations must be submitted by September 21, 2026, at 2:00 PM Pacific Time. This is a firm deadline, and late submissions may not be considered.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is ideal for small businesses in the construction sector, specifically those specializing in specialty trade contracting. Firms with experience in site preparation, parking lot construction, barrier installation, and amenity building for public use areas would be well-suited. The project's nature suggests a need for general construction capabilities with an emphasis on outdoor recreational facility enhancements.

How to respond

To access the solicitation details and prepare your response, you will need to view the original source on the 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 this is not always required for every bid.

Practical tips for a competitive response

When preparing your quotation, ensure you address all aspects of the required construction improvements and clearly price any optional items separately. Provide a detailed breakdown of your proposed approach for each element, including materials and methods. Highlight your experience with similar projects, especially those involving outdoor recreational facilities or federal agencies.

Double-check that your business meets the small business size standard for NAICS 238990. Organize your quotation clearly, making it easy for the agency to review. Submit your quotation well before the September 21, 2026, 2:00 PM PT deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues.