C05 Amendment 0001 Q and A_12444326Q0063.pdf

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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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ATLANTA GA 30309-2449

STE 876S

1720 PEACHTREE ST NW

USDA-FS CSA EAST 5

08/11/20260001

13. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO MODIFICATION OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS. IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required) is not extended.is extended, Items 8 and 15, and returning

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

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

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

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10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.

9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.

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8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No., street, county, State and ZIP Code)

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

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4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.3. EFFECTIVE DATE2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO. 5. PROJECT NO. (If applicable)

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AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

08/11/2026

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

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority) appropriation data, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(b).

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

ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.

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

WMF Saco Ranger Station Snow Plowing Removal. A new contract to plow the Saco Ranger

Station admin site. Plus two option years.

Amendment 0001 To post Q and A to SAM.gov.

Period of Performance: 10/01/2026 to 09/30/2027

16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print)

15C. DATE SIGNED 16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR 16C. DATE SIGNED

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

MICHAEL J. SIMPSON

STANDARD FORM 30 (REV. 11/2016)

Prescribed by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

Previous edition unusable

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 .

SOL 12444326Q0063 WMF Saco Ranger Station Snow Plowing Removal Questions and Answers as of 20AUG2026

Q1. Would the Government accept relevant past performance performed by our proposed subcontractor/local field partner to satisfy the past performance evaluation factor; provided that we will be including a signed letter of commitment with our quote to confirm intent and performance.

A1. Yes, it is acceptable to provide relevant information about subcontractors for the evaluation. The prime contractor’s past performance will be evaluated as well.

Q2. Is there any incumbent/recompete or is this a brand-new project? If yes, could you please provide us with their award number or even if the customer bought similar services in the past.

A2. Yes, there was a previous award for this work - 12444324P0008. You can go to this website and search for the award for further details - https://www.usaspending.gov/search

Q3. Historical Workload - Can the Government provide the approximate number of qualifying snow events and total plowing pushes performed during each of the last three winter seasons?

A3. 20 is a rough average. In the past 3 winters we've seen approximately 16 on the low side and 25 on the high end.

Q4. Mobilization and Snowfall Measurement - Is the contractor expected to monitor conditions and self-dispatch when snowfall exceeds two inches, or will an authorized Government representative issue service notifications? What onsite measurement or weather source will determine when the two-inch threshold has been reached?

A4. Contractor is responsible for measuring snow and determining that service is needed.

Onsite measurement is the determining threshold. Most snowplow operators in this area use 2" of snow as the point at which they go out and plow. We decided to use the same threshold so that our contract matched well with when operators typically plow in this area.

Q5. Continuing Storm Operations - When snowfall continues after the initial two-inch clearing, does the requirement to return after each additional two inches require complete clearing of all designated pavement, or are interim passes sufficient to maintain access until final cleanup?

A5. Return every 2" and complete clearing.

Q6. Completion Deadline - How should the 4:30 PM same-day or 7:00 AM following-day completion requirement be applied when snowfall continues through the applicable deadline?

A6. If snow falls all day, the expectation is that the snow is cleared each time 2" accumulates.

This is standard industry standard for local plow operators. If only 1.5" falls overnight and is on the ground at 0600, service is not expected.

Q7. Snow Hauling - Please confirm that accumulated snow may remain onsite within the designated storage areas and that offsite snow hauling is not required.

A7. Correct.

https://www.usaspending.gov/search

SOL 12444326Q0063 WMF Saco Ranger Station Snow Plowing Removal Questions and Answers as of 20AUG2026

Q8. One wage rate is marked for information only and not binding. Please confirm the Service Contract Act wage determination and the rate applicable to snowplow operators.

A8. Snowplow operators typically fall under equipment operation classifications. The closest match (23440 – Heavy Equipment Operator) is the most commonly used SCA classification for snow plowing.

Q9. The pricing schedule is blank for units and quantities. Should pricing be a monthly fee, a per-event fee, an hourly rate, or a firm price for the season?

A9. Attachment - C04c Schedule_of_Items_12444326Q0063 is included as an attachment on the SAM.gov solicitation. Please fill out and return your pricing on the attachment. There is a note on the SOI stating: We are looking for a monthly price to perform all required snow removal services. Services will be provided during winter months (01 November through 31 May of each period).

Q10. Must an operator be on call 24/7 through the winter months, or may the contractor assign different operators and equipment to each storm?

A10. Different operators or equipment is fine. Reminder that service is expected on weekends and holidays, so 2" snow on Xmas morning must be plowed.

Q11. Will award be made based on lowest-price technically acceptable, or best-value tradeoff?

A11. The solicitation is set up to be awarded based on best value tradeoffs.

Q12. Is this a recompete? If so, please provide the incumbent, the prior contract number and award price, and the number of quotes received.

A12. Yes, there was a previous award for this work - 12444324P0008. You can go to this website and search for the award for further details - https://www.usaspending.gov/search

Q13. Does your office have other upcoming or not-yet-posted requirements in this scope area?

A13. Nothing at this time to share about any upcoming requirements.

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