1240LU25R0018SiteVisitQandA.pdf
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This document is a Site Visit Questions and Answers document for the Lolo National Forest T-150 Building Reconstruction project. The solicitation (1240LU25R0018) is a 100% small business set-aside for building reconstruction, with a project scope involving demolition of an existing building and construction of a new 13,449 sq. ft. facility in Missoula, MT. Key details include asbestos abatement being included in the construction scope, salvage limitations for materials, and electrical/lighting modifications. The project will accommodate employees from various Forest Service departments, with base and optional items including sitework, fitness areas, interior partitions, ceiling fans, and acoustic wood ceiling clouds. The prime contractor must be small under NAICS Code 236220 with a $45.0M size standard, and the project is estimated between $5-10 million with required bid and performance bonding.
The site visit is scheduled for 07/29/2025 at 10:00am, with questions due 5 business days prior to the solicitation closing date. Potential contractors are provided guidance on past performance questionnaires, soil investigations, and laydown area usage. Specific technical details are available in attached documents like the site visit sign-in sheet, inspection report, and project specifications. Power and lighting will be fed from the new T-150 building, and the completion date is pending amendment. The period of performance is 426 days after Notice to Proceed, with the project located at Fort Missoula Road.
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Lolo National Forest T-150 Building Reconstruction
07/29/2025 10:00am
Site visit questions/additional information
1. Will the USFS post the sign-up sheet: YES, see attached to solicitation, 1240LU25R0018SiteVisitSigninSheet.
2. Is the asbestos abatement/cleanup included in the construction scope: YES, the asbestos report/records can be found in the project specifications.
3. Question submittal deadline: All questions are due 5 business days prior to the solicitation closing date.
4. Salvage scope: Salvage scope is limited to the specific areas mentioned in the drawings and/or specifications. If option item 6 is pursued, salvaged materials are limited to those shown in detail 1/A703.
5. Will the old plans be made available: The old plans/original plans will not be posted, however, an inspection report from DCI Engineers is attached. See 1240LU25R0018InspectionReport attached to solicitation.
6. What is the Past Performance Questionnaire: Refer to Attachment J-5 (.pdf or .word documents) of the solicitation.
7. Is there a Soil investigation: Included in project specifications.
8. Salvage extents: Refer to A011 of the plans.
9. Page A0003 exterior wall showing no sheetrock, is that correct: Correct – no sheetrock on exterior walls.
10. Page A707 exterior wall finish shows paint: See Room Finish Legend A701 - Paint interior of insulated metal panels P3 – SW 7004 - SNOWBOUND. See STRUCTURE FINISHES for additional clarification of paint location and color requirements.
11. Existing electrical/lighting is powered through NW energy, but will the new lights be powered the same way? NO, the intent is for the new lights to be powered off the new T-150 building.
12. What are the laydown extents? See sheet A011 for all remove/protect requirements during the demolition phase. Additionally, the small lot to the north of the existing T- 150 building is permitted to be utilized except for the handicap stalls:
13. Can we confirm the Completion date: The completion date will be changed to a specific date and posted on an impending amendment.
14. Is this Small business set aside and what are the requirements: This requirement is set aside for 100% small business. Prime contractor must be small under NAICS Code 236220, $45.0M.
15. When was the original T-150 built? Unsure
16. Power poles and light poles: All new power/light poles to feed off new T-150 building.
Lolo National Forest
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