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GAOA Blanchard Springs Caverns Tunnel Rehabilitation in Ozark-St. Francis NF

Solicitation number1240BH26R0013

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF · FOREST SERVICE · USDA FOREST SERVICE

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Response deadlineSep 30, 2026, 9:00 PM UTC
Deadline status27 days remaining
PostedAug 12, 2026
Record refreshedSep 2, 2026
Place of performanceFifty Six, AR, 72533, United States

Opportunity summary

Source-cited

This opportunity involves the rehabilitation of the Blanchard Springs Caverns Tunnel in Ozark-St. Francis National Forest, requiring comprehensive repairs to infrastructure and safety systems. The work must conform to attached Drawings and Specifications, and is designated as a Small Business Set Aside. [3][1]

Key points

  • Includes structural stabilization, masonry repairs, and system replacements. [1]
  • Requires submission of Golder Specifications and initial Submittal schedule. [1][2]

Watch items

  • Response deadline is September 30, 2026. [3]
  • Performance location is Fifty Six, Arkansas. [3]

Sources

  1. C05m+Attachment+11+Golder+1240BH26R0013.pdfTesting and employment of testing agency or laboratory shall not relieve CONTRACTOR of obligation to perform Work in accordance with requirements of Contract Documents.
  2. C05m+Attachment+11+Golder+1240BH26R0013.pdfSubmission of initial Submittal schedule.
  3. Official SAM.gov noticeSet-aside: Small Business Set Aside - Total

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Testing and employment of testing agency or laboratory shall not relieve CONTRACTOR of obligation to perform Work in accordance with requirements of Contract Documents.

Deliverables

Comply with Contracting Officer’s procedures for intra-project communications; submittals, reports and records, schedules, coordination drawings, and recommendations; and resolution of ambiguities and conflicts.

Evaluation

If the evaluation reveals unbonded work or cores fail to meet specified strengths, or finishes are unsatisfactory, repair such defective work, as approved, without additional cost to the Government. - - - END OF SECTION - - - Blanchard Springs Caverns Tunnel Rehabilitation Revised 02-12-2021 Ozark-St.

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On August 12, 2026, amendment 0001 to solicitation 1240BH26R0013 - GAOA Blanchard Springs Caverns Tunnel Rehabilitation in Ozark-St. Francis National Forest has been posted to SAM.gov and accomplished the following: 1. Post Golder Specifications labeled "C04m Attachment 11 Golder 1240BH26R0013." This SF30 must be acknowledged and submitted with your proposal. *********************************************************************************************************************************************** This project includes all labor, equipment, supplies, testing & inspections, and incidentals necessary for the Blanchard Springs Caverns (BSC) Dripstone and Discovery Trail Infrastructure repairs and safety upgrades. All work shall conform to the attached Drawings and Specifications. All work shall be performed by qualified and licensed contractors for all trades applicable. Work includes but is not limited to structural stabilization of tunnel entrance and exits, disposal and removal of existing supports, masonry repairs, Installation of Instrumentation & monitoring equipment, replacement of existing air lock doors at entrance and exits, replacement of existing security doors at entrance and exits, replacement of existing suspended ceiling system, components, and associated ductwork, replacement of existing bypass tunnel door, replacement of existing lighting and distribution system components, replacement of existing safety handrails, and replacement of the existing mine phone system and components.

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Aug 12, 2026 · 2 fields changed
DescriptionThis project includes all labor, equipment, supplies, testing & inspections, and incidentals necessary for the Blanchard Springs Caverns (BSC) Dripstone and Discovery Trail Infrastructure repairs and safety upgrades. All work shall conform to the attached Drawings and Specifications. All work shall be performed by qualified and licensed contractors for all trades applicable. Work includes but is not limited to structural stabilization of tunnel entrance and exits, disposal and removal of existing supports, masonry repairs, Installation of Instrumentation & monitoring equipment, replacement of existing air lock doors at entrance and exits, replacement of existing security doors at entrance and exits, replacement of existing suspended ceiling system, components, and associated ductwork, replacement of existing bypass tunnel door, replacement of existing lighting and distribution system components, replacement of existing safety handrails, and replacement of the existing mine phone system and components.On August 12, 2026, amendment 0001 to solicitation 1240BH26R0013 - GAOA Blanchard Springs Caverns Tunnel Rehabilitation in Ozark-St. Francis National Forest has been posted to SAM.gov and accomplished the following: 1. Post Golder Specifications labeled "C04m Attachment 11 Golder 1240BH26R0013." This SF30 must be acknowledged and submitted with your proposal. *********************************************************************************************************************************************** This project includes all labor, equipment, supplies, testing & inspections, and incidentals necessary for the Blanchard Springs Caverns (BSC) Dripstone and Discovery Trail Infrastructure repairs and safety upgrades. All work shall conform to the attached Drawings and Specifications. All work shall be performed by qualified and licensed contractors for all trades applicable. Work includes but is not limited to structural stabilization of tunnel entrance and exits, disposal and removal of existing supports, masonry repairs, Installation of Instrumentation & monitoring equipment, replacement of existing air lock doors at entrance and exits, replacement of existing security doors at entrance and exits, replacement of existing suspended ceiling system, components, and associated ductwork, replacement of existing bypass tunnel door, replacement of existing lighting and distribution system components, replacement of existing safety handrails, and replacement of the existing mine phone system and components.
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