The U.S. Forest Service is seeking a qualified contractor to replace the exterior envelope of the Chicken Ranch residence in the Custer Gallatin National Forest. The work includes removal of existing siding, trim, windows and doors, installation of new moisture barrier, fiber‑cement siding, soffit, fascia, new windows and doors, interior trim, and painting, all in compliance with Forest Service specifications.
• Scope: Demolition, disposal, moisture‑barrier installation, fiber‑cement siding, metal flashing, new windows (4 EA) and doors (2 EA), interior trim, and paint work.
• Performance: Fixed‑price contract, total estimated value $25‑$125 k, 60‑day performance period (Oct 2026 – Jun 2027).
• Requirements: Small‑business set‑aside, prevailing‑wage compliance (MT 2026‑17), insurance clauses, warranty ≥ 20 years, work limited to daylight hours, temperature restrictions for painting.