Ross Creek Cedars Nature Trail Boardwalk Construction Kootenai National Forest

The Forest Service plans to solit construction services for the reconstruction of Ross Creek nature trail. This trail winds through an ancient cedar grove, improving access and creating a sustainable recreation opportunity, while protecting natural resources. This reconstruction would include construction of approximately 4,000 feet of 6 ft. wide boardwalk, and 3 trail bridges (minor) that meet ABA. Boardwalk will provide sustainable trail, define the route, and reduce risk of injury due to exposed roots. See the attachment for additional information, map, pictures, and drawings. Drawings are subject to change and are not official. Final drawings and pictures will be posted to the actual solicitation. The anticipated Request For Proposal (RFP) soliciation period for this project will likely take place during the winter months. The proposed site will likely be inaccessible during the solicitation period, and is closed to the public on December 1st of every year due to severe weather conditions and snow complilation. This notice services to inform potential contractors of the upcoming contract opportunity and the open site visit availability of this area from the date of this post to December 1st, 2020. No formal site visit or pre-bid tour will be held for this solicitation. Contractor's interested in submitting a proposal for this project (no. 1240LU21R0001) should visit the site before weather conditions prohibit access. For more information on accessing the site, please contact Mary Laws, Recreation Program Manager. Contact info: email [email protected], phone 406-283-7648 (not in office every day). Estimated date of when this project will be advertised/solicited: Spring 2021. Range of dates for project construction: July 16-December 1, 2021 or 2022. The estimated magnitude of this project is between $500,000 - $1,000,000.