Attachment 6 - 2nd LCIC Exhibit Upgrade Q and As.docx
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- LCIC Exhibit Updates Federal contract opportunity
- Solicitation number
- 1240LU25R0027
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- Department of Agriculture Forest Service
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This document is a Questions and Answers (Q&A) file for Solicitation 1240LU25R0027 for Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center (LCIC) Exhibit Upgrades in Great Falls, Montana. The Q&A covers critical project details including design, fabrication, and installation requirements for exhibit updates, with key specifications such as a firm completion date of March 31, 2026, and a 60-consecutive calendar day work window between October 1 and March 31. Contractors are responsible for comprehensive exhibit work, including artifact handling, mounting, exhibit removal, floor and wall repairs, and storage of artifacts during implementation.
Notable technical and procedural requirements include: electronic bid submission only, a required bid bond, 100% complete design drawings, and specific exhibit component details like materials (clear maple), lighting specifications, and interactive exhibit descriptions. The contractor must handle all aspects of exhibit transformation, including custom mounting, restoration of building conditions, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Proposals are due electronically by September 26, 2025, at 1700 MDT, with submissions to be sent to Lisa Rakich and Christopher Malley from the USDA Forest Service.
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Questions & Answers for solicitation 1240LU25R0027 LCIC Exhibits Upgrades
1) Is a bid bond required to guarantee bid?
Yes
2) Does a physical bid need to be mailed to the address or just electronic delivery?
Electronic only
3) The project appears to be a fabrication and installation only job however design is listed in c.1 for scope of contract. What design work still needs to be complete?
a. Any design work required for fabrication or additional design work that may be required to complete exhibits as shown in the drawings are the responsibility of the contractor.
4) What level of design is the current Exhibit Drawings Package and how many additional design packages does the client expect to see prior to fabrication?
a. Design is 100% complete. Drawings and specifications show desired end results.
5) Is the March 31, 2026 completion date firm?
Yes. Work to be performed outside of peak visitation season.
Per bullet c. in the Statement of work:
Period of Performance: Contractor allowed 60 consecutive calendar days to complete the work between the months of October 1 and March 31.
All work shall be completed by January 1, 2027.
6) Is it possible to receive an extension on the due date of the proposal?
a. CO RESPONSE: No, there is not a new time extension.
7) Statement work says see attached map, where is the attached map?
a. Good catch. No map. Please refer to address in Statement of Work.
8) Is Riggs Wards allowed to bid on the fabrication?
No, govt. may not award a designer of their own drawings, which they provided to the government. Other suppliers must be used to manufacture exhibit/signs.
9) Is artifact handling and mounting within Exhibit Fabricators scope?
a. Yes. All work required for updates is the responsibility of the contractor, to include care and handling of existing exhibits and artifacts.
10) Which artifacts need custom mounts created?
a. Contractor is responsible for determining how to construct new exhibits and necessary customization for each piece. Additional design may be required by the contractor for mounting and/or securing new exhibits.
11) Will the site deinstall artifacts and store them while the new exhibit components are being built and installed? For example, the artifacts within the “Outfitting the Journey” exhibit”
a. It is the contractor’s responsibility to package and store artifacts during implementation. Exhibit will be closed, so space inside the Center may be used for storage.
12) Who is responsible for the removal of current exhibits that will be changed?
a. Contractor.
13) Who is responsible for any repair and prep of walls post exhibit removals?
a. Contractor.
14) How are current exhibit bases secured to the floor? Has client confirmed items can be easily moved without needed to repair any flooring?
a. Existing exhibit base fastening is unknown and will vary depending on exhibit. Contractor is responsible for all exhibit removals and all repairs required to restore building conditions to pre-construction conditions (flooring, wall patching, painting, etc).
15) Does client know the existing wall paint manufacture and color ID?
a. No.
16) 2.01 - What material are the lift panels made from?
a. Clear Maple (see finish schedule on Drawing title sheet).
17) 2.02A - Are lighting tracks and fixtures to be spec’d by fabricator?
a. Yes.
18) 2.05 - Can you provide an image of the Weapons Case?
a. See 3 Q and A images uploaded to SAM with this document.
19) 2.07 - Can you provide dimensions and fabrication notes for the new trade items chest that is to be build for Beginning the Journey?
a. Fabricate new chest to replace existing with slow closing hardware. Replicate dimensions, configuration, finishes, etc.
b. Trade chest is 37.5” Wide x 19.5” Deep x 32.75” High.
20) 2.09A - Can you describe how the Pull Boat Interactive functions?
a. Pull a rope that connects to internal levers and springs for resistance that move a gauge to show how many miles you can do in a day. Best to see in person.
21) 2.10A - How are the current lift panel graphics attached to the lift panel flip cover and base?
a. Wood routed out, image adhered to recessed surface, then covered with protective plexiglass coving for flush finished surface.
22) 2.10B - Is the Which Fork Interactive new? Does the AV program and hardware exist currently? If not, can you provide a description of the interactive?
a. Good catch. The AV system was removed at the 95% design. Please disregard Detail 1 on sheet 2.10B. Please only refer to Detail 2 on sheet 2.10B.
23) 2.10B - What is the existing counter made from for the Which Fork Interactive?
a. Formica
24) 2.11 What is the material for the New Graphic Rail for Lower Portage Diorama Area?
a. Contractor to submit options for approval after award is made.
25) 2.12A, 2.12B - Can you provide a description of the interactive for the Boat Lashing?
a. ¾ scale wire frame boat skeleton fixed in place, with sticks and rope available for visitors to lash to wire frame and make a boat.
26) 2.13 – The finish of the platform is marked Faux 1, should it be Faux 2?
a. FAUX 2 is correct to match the Finish Schedule on the Drawing title page.
27) Drawing 2.17A lists a New “Fur Activity” panel – is there additional information available?
a. See Sheet 32 “Fur Activity Panel 17.1” of the Graphics Package.
28) Where would you like to see pricing for project management, install and on-site time and payment bond fees within the Bid Schedule?
a. Mobilization
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