Stove Prairie Campground Gate Replacement
AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.FOREST SERVICE.USDA-FS, CSA INTERMOUNTAIN 8 · Response deadline: Wed, 11 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The USDA Forest Service is soliciting bids to replace gates at Stove Prairie Campground. Based on the NAICS code 237990, this falls under Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction—a category that encompasses a range of specialized construction activities including recreational site improvements. Gate replacement at a Forest Service campground typically involves removing existing structures and installing new vehicle or pedestrian access controls, which may include metal swing gates, automated barriers, or bull-gates designed to withstand rural conditions and seasonal use patterns.
Forest Service campgrounds require durable infrastructure that can handle variable weather, limited maintenance windows, and public-use wear. Gate systems at such sites serve multiple functions: controlling seasonal access, managing fee collection periods, preventing unauthorized vehicle entry during closure windows, and supporting emergency vehicle access. Work of this nature may also involve related site preparation, drainage considerations, and connection to existing road surfaces.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | USDA Forest Service, Intermountain Region (Region 2) |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | 117346 |
| NAICS | 237990 |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside – Total |
| Response deadline | November 11, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET |
| Place of performance | Bellvue, Colorado |
Who can bid
This opportunity is set aside exclusively for small businesses under the total small business set-aside program. To compete, your firm must:
- Be a small business under NAICS 237990 size standards (currently $45.0 million in average annual receipts over three years; verify current thresholds at SBA.gov/size-standards)
- Be registered in SAM.gov with active status at time of award
- Have any required small business certifications current in SAM
No specific socioeconomic set-aside (such as 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, or WOSB) applies—this is open to all qualified small businesses. Joint ventures and mentor-protégé arrangements may bid if they meet SBA affiliation and size rules.
Prior experience with federal lands construction, Forest Service special use permits, or recreational facility infrastructure strengthens competitiveness but is not a stated prerequisite from the metadata provided.
How to put together a competitive bid
For heavy/civil construction set-asides, winning bids typically demonstrate:
Technical approach clarity. Specify your methodology for gate removal and installation, including equipment access on potentially narrow Forest Service roads, erosion controls during work, and coordination with campground operating seasons. If Stove Prairie has specific accessibility or staging constraints, see the solicitation.
Materials and specifications compliance. Forest Service construction usually references agency standards or incorporates RECR (recreation) facility guides. Identify whether gates must match specific designs, dimensions, or finishes—see the solicitation for exact specifications rather than assuming standard commercial products suffice.
Schedule realism. Campground construction windows are often constrained by weather, recreation demand, and wildlife considerations. Propose a timeline that acknowledges potential access limitations; penalty and incentive clauses may apply.
Past performance documentation. Prepare references from comparable projects—prior federal contracts, state park work, or private campground infrastructure. CPARS ratings from previous federal work carry significant weight.
Pricing structure. For 237990 work, establish clear line items for mobilization/demobilization, materials, labor, and contingencies given remote location factors. Bellvue, Colorado sits in the foothills northwest of Fort Collins with potential access considerations during winter months.
Bonding requirements (bid bond, performance bond, payment bond) and any subcontracting plans should be confirmed in the full solicitation.
Next steps
Download and review the complete solicitation package on SAM.gov using solicitation number 117346. The response deadline is November 11, 2026 at 2:00 PM Eastern Time—note that Mountain Time is two hours behind, so plan submission accordingly. Verify all amendment history, CLIN structure, evaluation factors, and submission format (likely via Symphony or designated electronic portal) directly from the posted documents. Given the November deadline, allow lead time for any required SAM updates, surety arrangements, or teaming discussions.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →