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New Meadows Range Barn

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.FOREST SERVICE.PAYETTE NATIONAL FOREST · Response deadline: Sun, 29 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

The U.S. Forest Service (Payette National Forest) is procuring construction work for the "New Meadows Range Barn." Based on the NAICS code 237110—Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction—this contract involves building infrastructure for water, sewer, or related utility structures. For agricultural and range management facilities, this typically encompasses site preparation, foundation work, utility connections, and structural construction to support livestock or equipment operations.

The Forest Service manages extensive grazing allotments and range improvements across national forest lands. Range barns serve as critical infrastructure for storing equipment, providing shelter for livestock during handling operations, and supporting permitted grazing activities. The "New Meadows" location in Idaho suggests this facility will support ranching operations in the Payette National Forest's northern districts.

Key facts

Who can bid

This opportunity is reserved for small businesses under a Total Small Business Set-Aside. To qualify, your business must meet SBA size standards for NAICS 237110, which generally means averaging no more than $40 million in annual receipts over three years (verify current thresholds at SAM.gov).

You must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) with active status to receive an award. Your SAM profile should list NAICS 237110 and reflect small business status for this code. If your business qualifies for additional SBA certifications (HUBZone, 8(a), SDVOSB, WOSB), ensure these are current in SAM even though this is a general small-business set-aside—some evaluation factors may consider socioeconomic status.

Experience with federal construction contracts, Davis-Bacon Act compliance, and bonding capacity will likely factor into responsibility determinations. Past performance on similar water/sewer infrastructure or agricultural facility construction will strengthen your position.

How to put together a competitive bid

Understand the scope gaps. The notice title references a "Range Barn" while the NAICS code points to water/sewer structure construction. The solicitation likely contains specifications for utility work (wells, septic systems, water lines) integral to the barn's function. See the solicitation for exact technical requirements, site conditions, and any required permits.

Assess site and logistics. New Meadows, Idaho, sits at roughly 3,900 feet elevation with significant seasonal weather constraints. Winter construction limitations and access to remote Forest Service sites will affect scheduling, equipment mobilization, and labor costs. Visit the site if pre-bid attendance is mandatory or encouraged.

Prepare bonding and certifications. Federal construction typically requires bid bonds (10-20% of bid price), performance bonds, and payment bonds. Ensure your surety supports this project size. Confirm your firm complies with Equal Employment Opportunity, OSHA, and Davis-Bacon prevailing wage requirements.

Price strategically. Labor costs must reflect Davis-Bacon wage determinations for Idaho. Material escalation clauses and weather contingency periods may be warranted given the late-fall deadline and spring construction season.

Next steps

1. Download the full solicitation at SAM.gov using solicitation number 1240LT27Q0027 to review specifications, evaluation criteria, and proposal instructions.

2. Note the firm deadline: November 28, 2026, at 5:00 PM Mountain Time. Late submissions are inadmissible.

3. Register or verify SAM.gov status immediately—processing can take weeks.

4. Consider contacting the contracting officer with clarifying questions well before deadline.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →