USDA-Forest Service, Monongahela National Forest, 200 Sycamore Street, Elkins, West Virginia 26241-3962

Y -- TEA CREEK/GAULEY MOUNTAIN TRAIL BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION SOL R9-21-99-56 DUE 090799 POC Mary E. Saint Louis, Contracting Officer; 304/636-1800, extension 265 The Monongahela National Forest anticipates contracting for the Tea Creek/Gauley Mountain Trail Bridge Construction on the Marlinton/White Sulphur Ranger District in Pocahontas County, West Virginia. The work includes the construction of up to 15 trail bridges constructed of pressure treated lumber following a single Forest Service design. The bridges which are each 4 feet wide and vary in length from 8 to 20 feet, are set on treated sills directly on the trailbed. The contractor is responsible for supplying all materials, labor, and transportation to the project site. The estimated contract time is 60 calendar days from Notice to Proceed for all 15 bridges. The Government estimate is between $25,000 and $100,000. Work is anticipated to begin in September 1999. This project will be awarded under the Small Business Demonstration Project. All interested parties should submit a written request to the address above or FAX a request to 304/636-1875. All responsible sources may submit a quotation. Posted 07/14/99 (W-SN353760). (0195)

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