CUSTER GALLATIN NATIONAL FOREST - Sweet Trunk Trail #274

The Forest Service is seeking quotes for the construction of Sweet Trunk Trail #274 in the Custer Gallatin National Forest. This project involves building approximately 18.4 miles of 36-inch stock trail through rugged Montana terrain. The procurement is a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS code 237990, which has a $45.0 million size standard. The scope includes clearing, grubbing, excavation, and installing drainage structures and switchbacks. Work is expected to start within 10 days of award and must be finished by October 16, 2028. The solicitation includes technical specifications, station-by-station work logs, and topographic maps. Evaluation will focus on the Schedule of Items and a narrative of recent, relevant experience and past performance. A 20% bid guarantee is required for quotes over $150,000, with performance and payment bonds required at 100% of the contract price for awards exceeding that threshold. The Forest Service has issued solicitation 1240LU26Q0084 for the construction of Sweet Trunk Trail #274. This project involves building 18.4 miles of 36-inch wide stock trail in the Custer Gallatin National Forest. The procurement is a 100% small business set-aside for commercial items under FAR Part 12. The project involves building approximately 18.4 miles of 36-inch stock trail in the Big Timber Ranger District. The work takes place in rough terrain and includes clearing, grubbing, and excavation. Some sections require rock removal via blasting or hammering. The work is tracked via a station-by-station log from the trailhead near Half Moon campground to station 971+53.