SF-30 - Amendment of Solicitation 1240LT24R0017 P00002.pdf

Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended, by one of the following methods:

(a) By completing items 8 and 15, and returning or (c) By separate letter or electronic communication which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by letter or electronic communication, provided each letter or electronic communication makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not is required to sign this document and return copies to the issuing office.

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT 1. CONTRACT ID CODE

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NUMBER 3. EFFECTIVE DATE 4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUISITION NUMBER 5. PROJECT NUMBER (If applicable)

7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than Item 6) CODE

STANDARD FORM 30 (REV. 11/2016)

Prescribed by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

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9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NUMBER

9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NUMBER

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers is extended. is not extended.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required) copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted;

13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS.

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NUMBER AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

CHECK ONE A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE CONTRACT ORDER

NUMBER IN ITEM 10A.

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation data, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(b).

C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)

Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.

15C. DATE SIGNED

15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print)

16C. DATE SIGNED

16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

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6. ISSUED BY CODE

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (Number, street, county, State and ZIP Code) (X)

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15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

(Signature of person authorized to sign)

16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

(Signature of Contracting Officer)

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P00002

Elizabeth Ratcliff

The purpose of this amendment to Solicitation No.1240LT24R0017 is to:

1. Provide the contractor questions and corresponding government answers for the Carolyn Creek Trail Bridge project.

U.S Forest Service (USDA) CSA lntermountain Zone #8 324 25th Street Ogden, Utah 84401-2313

U.S Forest Service (USDA) CSA lntermountain Zone #8 324 25th Street Ogden, Utah 84401-2313

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# Date Received

Question Originator

Question Government Response Subject Matter Expert

1 7/30/2024 Pre-bid site visit

Confirm width of bridge is 6’0”. This is the dimension listed in D-01 table. The drawing in D-02 shows 5x12” wide glulam panels.

Yes, the new bridge is 6’-0” wide. There are conflicting details on sheet D-02. The detail on the bottom left of the sheet shows it incorrectly and the detail on the top right shows it correctly.

Chad Porter

2 7/30/2024 Pre-bid site visit

New sills are 12”x12”x7’6”. Old sills are about 6’. On one side of the bridge, the abutment is the width of the existing sill so the new one will hang off. On the other side, part of the mortar could be removed from the abutment, and it might fit. Is there anything we can do to shorten new sills to match existing? Can bolts be countersunk into sill and glutamate placed on top to reduce width?

New sill length shall be 6’-0”. Countersink holes in the top of the timber sill to accommodate the bolt head and malleable washer. Top of bolt head shall be level with top of sill. Treat the hole with preservative after drilling. Ensure that 5/8” X 24” bolt connecting timber sill to existing rock abutment does not interfere with ¾” X 20” lag screw connecting deck to timber sill.

Chad Porter

3 7/30/2024 Pre-bid site visit

Glulam panel width is designed at 12".

Can they be smaller widths?

Panel widths do not need to be 12” wide. They can come in whatever widths the manufacturer will provide, as long as it does not affect the strength of the bridge and its load carrying capacity. Forest Service can provide drawings for larger widths and will accept larger widths.

Designs for smaller panel widths with load capacities matching original designs must be provided with bid documentation for Forest Service review and acceptance.

Chad Porter

4 7/30/2024 Pre-bid site visit

Rocks are placed right up against back of existing sill. Can new bridge be shortened by 1-2” so that when current bridge is removed, new bridge will fit with settling.

No. Keep the bridge at 26’-0”. The contractor can move whatever rocks need to be moved.

Chad Porter

5 7/30/2024 Pre-bid site visit

1. Does decking material need to be treated? Drawing specs say to treat if lifespan is greater than 10 years, not if less, but doesn’t specify lifetime.

Yes, the decking needs to be treated. Jordan Burge

6 7/30/2024 Pre-bid site visit

Can contractor drill small holes into adjacent to stream bed rock to project site to set up safety netting/railing during construction? Holes will be filled with matching sealant to surrounding rock.

Yes. Dakota Krist

7 7/30/2024 Pre-bid site visit

Does a helicopter have to be used? No, but the trail has many tight sections and a steep grade. Contractor must not do any damage to the trail, is fully responsible for any damage done as a result of transportation or construction and is not authorized to bring any mechanized equipment up the trail except in limited circumstances with written CO approval.

Dakota Krist

8 7/30/2024 Pre-bid site visit

What are some examples of bridge manufactures who are familiar with forest service standards and correct lumber treatments?

Western Wood Structures, Wheeler Lumber and Perma Post are examples of manufactures who have historically provided bridges to the forest.

Other reputable manufactures who have similar qualifications will be appropriate. The list provided is not meant to be extensive or a recommendation, rather examples of manufactures.

Dakota Krist

9 7/30/2024 Pre-bid site visit

Can the Forest Service provide an employee to direct traffic or maintain closed areas during helicopter operations?

Yes, given at least two weeks’ notice. Forest service will provide Forest Protection Officer during active helicopter operations. Contractor is responsible for providing fencing or protection for any materials and equipment left in staging area or construction site.

Dakota Krist

10 7/30/2024 Pre-bid site visit

Who is responsible for signage during construction?

Contractor responsible for temporary signage indicating construction areas and may place signs around staging/construction areas. Forest service is responsible for official signs indicating official or soft parking area and trail closures.

Dakota Krist

11 8/2/2024 CMMCM,

LLC

Could you please confirm if an offer guarantee is required for this solicitation?

The SF 1442-page 1-part 13b states a guarantee is not required, but in section 452.215-71-part c(v) [page 42], the bond is in the list of proposal documents. Also, part c(V) text was updated from “bid guarantee” to “bid bond”, are these terms synonymous?

The magnitude for this project is between $50,000.00 and $110,000.00. Bid bonds are required for projects that are estimated to be over $35,000.00 but no more than $150,000.00, so a bid bond would be required for this project. Bid guarantees (“offer guarantee” as seen in 1442 13b) are required for projects that are over $150,000.00, so contractors won’t have to worry about that. The contracting system it supposed to generate this text to say, “Bid Bond” (SF-24 and Power of Attorney) not Bid Guarantee, since SF-24 is used for Bid Bonds as (seen if you click on the link), this is why it was updated due to system error.

Elizabeth Ratcliff

12 8/2/2024 CMMCM,

LLC

Section 1.2 E states implementing the weed protection measures outlined under the Forest Service Manual 2080.

Given the nature of our work, which primarily involves the assembly and installation of a bridge rather than extensive ground or vegetation disturbance, could you clarify at what stage of our process these specific measures are applicable? It seems these specifications may not directly relate to the type of work we are conducting.

Make sure all construction equipment, tools, boots, and anything else brought to site is clean, washed, and weed free as to not bring invasive species or pests into the forest.

Dakota Krist

13 8/2/2024 CMMCM,

LLC

Could you please clarify if any special inspections will be required for the bridge, apart from the certificate of inspection demonstrating compliance with AWPA/WWPI standards? If so, who is responsible for special inspections cost?

Humboldt-Toiyabe engineering is to provide all inspections at no cost to the contractor. Shop drawings are required submittals and will be reviewed by design engineer. Bridge inspection will be completed when construction is complete before project close out.

Dakota Krist

14 8/2/2024 CMMCM,

LLC

In the notes of the drawings [Sheet number S-02], it is mentioned that the number of flights and flight days should be within the allowable range. Could you

Minimum Requirements Analysis does not apply to this project. Disregard MRA allowable range but do provide detailed transportation/flight plan in bid documents.

Dakota Krist please provide detailed information on where the Minimum Requirement Analysis can be obtained, and who is responsible for conducting it?

15 8/2/2024 CMMCM,

LLC

For rental of a helicopter services to move the materials, do they need to provide certified payroll? If so, what the wages should be?

For the rental of helicopter services to move materials to the remote location, the need to provide certified payroll would depend on whether the helicopter services are considered a subcontracted activity under the Davis-Bacon Act. If the helicopter service involves the performance of construction, alteration, or repair work, then the service provider would indeed be considered a subcontractor, and certified payroll would be required. The wages for such services should comply with the prevailing wage rates as determined by the Department of Labor for the specific job classifications involved in the project.

You can find the applicable wage determinations for this project on the Department of Labor’s website or refer to the wage determination section of the solicitation attachments.

Elizabeth Ratcliff