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1 copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted ; or (c) By separate letter or electronic communication which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGEMENT 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.

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The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers

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(Signature of person authorized to sign) (Signature of Contracting Officer)

LUCAS J. DAHLMAN

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

Project Title: Northern Hills Ranger District Parking Lot Reconstruction, Spearfish, South

Dakota

The purpose of the amendment is the following:

1. This amendment incorporates consolidated questions and answers to include the site visit sign-in sheet. Revised Geotechnical Report M2215045 and DWG files C050, C100, C200, C202, C300, C302, C303, and C304 are attached. Please note that certain information on the sign-in sheet has been redacted for privacy.

Point of contact for this amendment is Contract Specialist Holly Hlavac at

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

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Date: 5/18/2026 Amendment 0003

SUBJECT: Summary of Changes, 1240LT26Q0053_Northern Hills Ranger District Parking Lot Reconstruction, Spearfish, SD

Contractor Questions:

1. Does the chain-link fence get removed?

U.S. Forest Service Response:

Yes. Removed and replaced with new chain link fence and gate.

See Base Item No. 9 – Demolition, Plan Drawing Sheet C100 – 5 of 33 See Base Item No. 8 – Site Improvements, Plan Drawing Sheets E505-E508, 22-24 of 33

2. Does the concrete drain in parking area get removed.

U.S. Forest Service Response:

Yes. Removed and replaced with new concrete.

See Base Item No. 9 – Demolition, Plan Drawing Sheet C100, 5 of 33

3. Does the lighting get replaced?

U.S. Forest Service Response:

Yes. Removed and replaced with new lighting.

See Base Item No. 9 – Demolition, Plan Drawing Sheet ED100, 30 of 33 See Base Item No. 8 – Site Improvements, Plan Drawing Sheets E100-E600, 31-33 of 33

4. Does the front parking lot get removed?

U.S. Forest Service Response:

No. The front parking area is sealed and restriped.

See Base Item No. 9 – Demolition, Plan Drawing Sheet C100, 5 of 33 See Base Item No. 8 – Site Improvements, Plan Drawing Sheet C300, 9 of 33

5. Are the parking lot lights hardwired or can they be solar?

U.S. Forest Service Response:

Parking lot lights are to be hardwired. The Forest Service will entertain solar lights as a value engineering proposal.

See Base Item No. 9 – Demolition, Plan Drawing Sheet ED100, 30 of 33 See Base Item No. 8 – Site Improvements, Plan Drawing Sheets E100-E600, 31-33 of 33

6. Is temporary access to the city street on the north side of the parking lot a possibility?

U.S. Forest Service Response:

Work with the City of Spearfish on a temporary access permit.

7. Why is there a mix of surfacing types? Asphalt vs Concrete?

U.S. Forest Service Response:

Loading conditions for the south portion of the parking lot required concrete surfacing. The FS will entertain a value engineering proposal for concrete pavement being used for the entire parking lot.

8. Can one-person triple hat as Superintendent, QC Manager and Safety Manager?

U.S. Forest Service Response:

Yes

9. How many projects is the offeror required to provide for Past Performance?

U.S. Forest Service Response:

For instructions regarding Factor 2, Past Performance, refer to page 16 of the solicitation PDF.

10. Can the projects for Experience/ Past Performance be ongoing?

U.S. Forest Service Response:

For instructions regarding Factor 2, Past Performance, refer to page 16 of the solicitation PDF.

11. If a past performance evaluation (CPARS, Customer Reviews, any other relevant recommendations) is not available for a past performance project, can the offeror simply include customer contact information for a reference?

U.S. Forest Service Response:

For instructions regarding Factor 2, Past Performance, refer to page 16 of the solicitation PDF.

12. Can a proposed alternate for the pole and luminaire fixture be proposed?

U.S. Forest Service Response:

Yes

13. Do the Superintendent, SSHO and QC Manager need to be 3 separate individuals?

U.S. Forest Service Response:

Yes, This can be one person representing the prime contractor.

14. Can the period of performance be extended after award once the material/equipment lead times are confirmed due to current market conditions for the equipment for this project?

U.S. Forest Service Response:

I am unaware of any material/equipment issues. It is important that the project is completed before the winter season.

15. Please provide the site visit attendee sign in sheet.

U.S. Forest Service Response:

Incorporated into the amendment, some of the site visit information has been redacted to protect information.

16. Please confirm whether asbestos or lead is present on this project, and if so, provide the relevant documentation.

U.S. Forest Service Response:

Asbestos is not present on this site.

17. Does this project require phasing?

U.S. Forest Service Response:

No. The entire parking area will be available for construction.

18. Is this project tax exempt?

U.S. Forest Service Response:

Please consult the South Dakota Department of Revenue for all tax requirements.

19. When do you anticipate on site work starting?

U.S. Forest Service Response:

July 2026

20. Are third party inspections required?

U.S. Forest Service Response:

Yes

21. Is permitting required?

U.S. Forest Service Response:

The contractor is responsible for all state and local permits.

22. Are soil boring reports available? If not, it will be assumed that excavation will be clear of rocks and obstructions.

U.S. Forest Service Response:

See Geotechnical Report – M2215045 – USFA Northern Hills Office Geotechnical revised.

23. Please confirm the manufacturer of the existing roofing system and who carries the current warranty of the roofing system.

U.S. Forest Service Response:

Not applicable

24. Is there a bulk water fill i.e. a hydrant or water source we can pump from for grading operations in close proximity?

U.S. Forest Service Response:

Ellingson Well: Located on the corner Dakota Street and State Street, available 24 hour, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

• Clearance of 10 feet with an overhead fill.

Green Acres: Located on the south side of the Green Acres shop, 540 S 32nd Street, available 24 hour, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

• Clearance of 13 feet with an overhead fill.

Hydrant meters can be installed for larger construction projects with the approval of the Water Superintendent.

25. Is any landscaping restoration required for this project? For example; topsoil, seeding, and fertilizer.

U.S. Forest Service Response:

Grading for preparation of lawns and grasses is included in Base Item No. 2 – Earth Moving. Seeding will be completed by others.

26. Please provide staking data points for the project.

U.S. Forest Service Response:

See DWG files C050, C100, C200, C202, C300, C302,C303 and C304.

27. Are red, yellow, and blue tops required?

U.S. Forest Service Response:

Grading tolerances can be found in plan specifications section 312000 Part 3.13.B. Red, yellow, and blue tops are not required.

28. Is there a third-party utility locate necessary, or will calling 811 suffice?

U.S. Forest Service Response:

The contractor is responsible for locating and verify the horizontal and vertical location of all existing utilities. A third-party locater is recommended.

29. Are there any known contaminants in the soils?

U.S. Forest Service Response:

No known contaminants in the soils.