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LOLO NATIONAL FOREST - Ninemile Water & Wastewater and St. Regis Wastewater Improvements

Solicitation: 1240LU26Q0010
Notice ID: f033a7332a8149989d5d306ac559cada
TypeCombined Synopsis SolicitationNAICS 237110PSCZ2NESet-AsideSBADepartmentDepartment of AgricultureAgencyForest ServiceStateMTPostedJan 27, 2026, 12:00 AM UTCDueFeb 27, 2026, 07:00 PM UTCCloses in 5 days

Combined Synopsis Solicitation from FOREST SERVICE • AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF. Place of performance: MT. Response deadline: Feb 27, 2026. Industry: NAICS 237110 • PSC Z2NE.

Market snapshot

Awarded-market signal for NAICS 237110 (last 12 months), benchmarked to sector 23.

12-month awarded value
$35,520,714
Sector total $33,072,247,130 • Share 0.1%
Live
Median
$53,500
P10–P90
$53,500$53,500
Volatility
Stable0%
Market composition
NAICS share of sector
A simple concentration signal, not a forecast.
0.1%
share
Momentum (last 3 vs prior 3 buckets)
+589%($26,520,714)
Deal sizing
$53,500 median
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Place of performance
Montana • United States
State: MT
Contracting office
Missoula, MT • 59804 USA

Point of Contact

Name
Alisha Knaub
Email
alisha.knaub@usda.gov
Phone
4064382981

Agency & Office

Department
AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF
Agency
FOREST SERVICE
Subagency
LOLO NATIONAL FOREST
Office
Not available
Contracting Office Address
Missoula, MT
59804 USA

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Description

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12.  This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; offers are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. 

Solicitation number 1240LU26Q0009 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the replacement of the water distribution system and wastewater collection system serving the Ninemile Ranger Station and the replacement of wastewater collection system serving the St. Regis Work Center and including 1 potential option item. 

North American Industry Classification (NAICS): 237110 (Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction): Size Standard is $45.0 M.

Set Aside: 100% small business set-aside.

Bid Bond/Offer Guarantee (FAR 52.228-1): 20% required if quote/offer in excess of $150,000

Performance & Payment Bonds (FAR 52.228-15): Both required at 100% of original contract price if value in excess of $150,000, due 10 days after award. Only payment protections required for contracts exceeding $35,000 but not exceeding $150,000, irrevocable letter of credit or payment bond allowed per FAR 52.228-13, due within 10 days of contract award.

Provide quote by: 12:00 PM, Mountain Time on February 27, 2026.

Send quote to: Forest Service, Property and Procurement Services, Intermountain Zone, CSA #9

Attn: Alisha Knaub                

E-mail: alisha.knaub@usda.gov

For solicitation questions call Alisha Knaub at (406)438-2981 or email alisha.knaub@usda.gov.

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Updated: Feb 14, 2026
Executive summary

The Forest Service is soliciting bids for the replacement of the water distribution system at the Ninemile Ranger Station and the wastewater collection system at the St. Regis Work Center, with an associated solicitation number of 1240LU26Q0010. This project is set aside for small businesses and falls under the NAICS code 237110, which pertains to Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction. Quotes must be submitted by 12:00 PM Mountain Time on February 27, 2026, with specific bonding requirements if the bid exceeds $150,000.

What the buyer is trying to do

The Forest Service intends to replace outdated water and wastewater systems to ensure reliable service at Ninemile Ranger Station and St. Regis Work Center.

Work breakdown
  • Replace water distribution system at Ninemile Ranger Station
  • Replace wastewater collection system at St. Regis Work Center
  • Provide one potential option item for consideration
Response package checklist
  • Completed quote form
  • Bid bond (if applicable)
  • Performance and payment bonds (if applicable)
  • Technical proposal addressing project scope
Suggested keywords
water distributionwastewater collectionForest Servicesmall businessconstruction bond
Source coverage notes

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  • Detailed performance period for the project
  • Additional scope details on the option item
  • Specific environmental regulations affecting project execution
  • Clarification on materials to be used in construction
  • Timeline for the evaluation of submitted proposals

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