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Ross Springs Waterline Replacement

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.FOREST SERVICE.ASHLEY NATIONAL FOREST · Response deadline: Sat, 21 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

The Ashley National Forest, part of the U.S. Forest Service within the Department of Agriculture, is planning to replace a waterline at Ross Springs. This is a water and sewer line construction project under NAICS code 237110, which covers the construction of water mains, sewers, drains, and related pipeline work. Waterline replacements on federal lands typically involve excavating and removing deteriorated pipe, installing new conveyance infrastructure, and restoring the site. The scope and technical specifications for this particular project—such as pipe material, diameter, length, and connection points—are not included in the notice metadata; see the solicitation for detailed requirements.

Key facts

Who can bid

This opportunity is set aside exclusively for small businesses certified in NAICS 237110. To qualify, your business must meet the Small Business Administration size standard for this code, which is based on average annual receipts (generally $47.5 million for heavy and civil engineering construction, though you should verify current thresholds at SBA.gov).

You must be registered in SAM.gov with active status, have your NAICS code 237110 listed in your SAM profile, and possess any required North American Industry Classification System validations. If you are a woman-owned, service-disabled veteran-owned, HUBZone, or 8(a) small business, you may still bid under this total small business set-aside, though no additional socioeconomic preferences apply unless otherwise stated in the full solicitation.

How to put together a competitive bid

For waterline replacement work on federal land, expect the solicitation to emphasize technical capability, past performance, and price. Assemble your bid with these elements in mind:

• Demonstrate relevant experience: Highlight completed waterline or utility pipeline projects, especially in rugged terrain, high-altitude environments, or on federal lands where environmental compliance and seasonal access restrictions apply. Utah's climate and geography may involve frost depths, rocky soils, or seasonal construction windows.

• Understand Forest Service requirements: Federal land projects typically require compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act, cultural resource surveys, and potential Section 106 historic preservation reviews. The contract will likely specify methods to minimize ground disturbance, protect riparian areas, and reclaim the site with native vegetation.

• Mobilization and logistics: Ross Springs is in a remote forest location. Your bid should account for equipment transport, worker housing or commuting, material delivery to a non-urban site, and potential limited working seasons due to weather or wildlife restrictions.

• Safety and qualifications: The Forest Service generally requires strong safety records. Ensure your EMR (Experience Modification Rate) and OSHA compliance documentation are current. Certifications in confined space entry, trenching and shoring, and heavy equipment operation may be relevant.

• Subcontracting strategy: If you lack capacity in specialized areas like hydrostatic testing, cathodic protection, or environmental monitoring, identify potential subcontractors early. Small business set-aside contracts may have subcontracting limitations you must follow.

• Pricing precision: Waterline projects carry risks from unknown underground conditions. Review the solicitation for whether unit prices or lump sum applies, and understand how changed conditions or differing site conditions will be handled.

Next steps

Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number 1240LT27Q0022. The deadline to respond is November 21, 2026, at 3:00 PM Mountain Time. Verify submission method, evaluation criteria, and any required pre-bid site visits or conferences in the complete posting.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →