12445126B0011 Amendment 0004 Complete.pdf
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This is Amendment 0004 to a solicitation for NFSR 205 Pavement Reconstruction in Louisiana issued by USDA-FS CSA East 11 (located in Atlanta, GA). The amendment is effective February 25, 2026, with a period of performance from May 11, 2026 to August 31, 2026. The solicitation number is 12445126B0011.
The amendment incorporates FAR 52.222-90 (Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors, April 2026 version) and provides responses to 36 bidder comments received through April 22, 2026. Key clarifications include: site visit scheduled for March 25, 2026 at 0930 at the Day Use Area (Swimming Area); asphalt milling of 2 inches with 2-inch new asphalt thickness; FDR quantities of 47,776 excluding parking lots; thermoplastic markings cannot be preformed; standard QA/QC and Safety plans acceptable; safety personnel must be independent while supervision and QA/QC can be one individual; 24-hour review/approval turnaround for submittals; no period of performance extension available post-award; Forest Service will provide staking; permitting required; SWPPP required; testing and inspections required; roadway cannot be shut down; and pay factors apply to items 305(01) and 403(01) based on statistical PWL analysis. The Comments Matrix (12445126B0011 Comments Matrix 4-22-2026) is attached.
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| 12445126B0011 Comments Matrix 4-10-2026.doc | DOC document | |
| 12445126B0011 0003 Site Visit Details.pdf | ||
| 12445126B0011 0002 Complete Package.pdf | ||
| 12445126B0011 0001 Complete Package.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 11
04/22/2026
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
FACILITY CODE CODE
10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)
10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.
9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)
9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.
12445126B0011
CODE
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
PAGE OF PAGES
4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.3. EFFECTIVE DATE2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO.
5. PROJECT NO. (If applicable)
1. CONTRACT ID CODE
AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT
02/25/2026
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.
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)
STEVEN J. ALVES
STANDARD FORM 30 (REV. 11/2016)
Prescribed by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.243
Previous edition unusable
14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)
This amendment incorporates the following:
Insert the clause at FAR 52.222-90, Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors (APR 2026) Amendment provides responses to comments received through 04-22-2026.
Period of Performance: 05/11/2026 to 08/31/2026
Attachments:
12445126B0011 Comments Matrix 4-22-2026
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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COMMENTS MATRIX FOR USDA-FS ISSUANCES: 12445126B0011 NFSR 205 Pavement Reconstruction LA (Please read instructions on back before completing form.)
# CLASS
COMPONENT AND
POC NAME, PHONE,
AND E-MAIL
PAGE PARA
COMMENT
TYPE (C/S) COMMENTS, JUSTIFICATION, AND ORIGINATOR JUSTIFICATION FOR RESOLUTION
A/ R/ P
SD FORM 818, JAN 09 PREVIOUS EDITION IS OBSOLETE 2
02-26-2026 email question
Bidder Comment: Are there any more details about the site visit?
Resolution: Site visit will be 03/25/2026 at 0930, meeting at the Day Use Area (Swimming Area).
03-03-2026 email question
Bidder Comment: The plans on pages 52-55 are not legible. Could we get legible plans for this project?
Resolution: Solicitation was amended on 03/04/2026 to provide better plan copies as Attachment 003 Statement of Work - Amended
03-06-2026 email question
Bidder Comment: The written Statement of Work references milling approximately 2 inches of existing asphalt pavement, but we were unable to clearly identify the required thickness of the new asphalt pavement associated with Item 40301 – Level 1 or Type 1 LA DOTD Approved Asphalt Concrete in the solicitation documents. Could you please confirm the intended asphalt thickness or typical section for this item?
Resolution: The thickness for asphalt is 2”, like the original typical section.
04-08-2026
Email question Bidder Comment: Quantities for FDR are 47,776 but the milling and chip seal are 61,473.
What areas are not included in the FDR?
Resolution: Parking lots.
04-08-2026
Email question Bidder Comment: Can the thermoplastic arrows, stop bar, or handi., be preform?
Resolution: No
04-20-2026
Email question
Bidder Comment: Is this project tax exempt?
Resolution: That is dependent upon the State’s determination. The following link can be used to contact the Louisiana Department of Revenue. https://revenue.louisiana.gov/tax-forms/businesses/r-1356-tf-07-01-2007/
04-20-2026
Email question Bidder Comment: Are contractors required to issue a contract specific QA/QC Plan?
Resolution: Standard plans can be utilized.
04-20-2026
Email question Bidder Comment: Are contractors required to issue a contract specific Safety Plan?
Resolution: Standard plans can be utilized.
04-20-2026
Email question
Bidder Comment: In executing this project, can one superintendent fulfill the supervision, safety, and QAQC roles?
Resolution: Safety needs to be an independent position. Supervision and QA/QC can be fulfilled by one individual.
10 04-20-2026 Bidder Comment: Does the QCM and Tester have to be 2 separate individuals?
https://revenue.louisiana.gov/tax-forms/businesses/r-1356-tf-07-01-2007/ https://revenue.louisiana.gov/tax-forms/businesses/r-1356-tf-07-01-2007/
# CLASS
COMPONENT AND
POC NAME, PHONE,
AND E-MAIL
PAGE PARA
COMMENT
TYPE (C/S) COMMENTS, JUSTIFICATION, AND ORIGINATOR JUSTIFICATION FOR RESOLUTION
A/ R/ P
SD FORM 818, JAN 09 PREVIOUS EDITION IS OBSOLETE 3
Email question Resolution: No.
04-20-2026
Email question
Bidder Comment: The Statement of Work includes the following requirement under
203.04 Removing Material: “(a) Submittals. Submit a bridge removal plan at least 30 days before beginning bridge removal for approval.” To determine the applicable demolition scope, can the Government please provide the bridge specifications and coordinates for the bridge referenced in this project? Additionally, please confirm whether there are any specific permitting, design, or approval requirements associated with the bridge removal and replacement work. Please advise which CLIN or Item Number should be used to bill for the bridge removal scope of work Resolution: No Bridge removal.
04-20-2026
Email question
Bidder Comment: Several design and submittal requirements within the Statement of Work require submission 7 - 30 days prior to the start of specific activities and/or production. To ensure proper scheduling and compliance with the overall Period of Performance, can the Government please clarify the typical review and approval turnaround time for submitted design packages and plans? Given the limited Period of Performance, timely feedback is critical to maintaining schedule. Understanding the expected review duration will allow us to appropriately sequence submittals, fabrication, and construction activities to ensure on-time project completion.
Resolution: 24 hrs.
04-20-2026
Email question
Bidder Comment: 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?
Resolution: No.
04-20-2026
Email question Bidder Comment: Please provide the site visit attendee sign in sheet.
Resolution: Attached.
04-20-2026
Email question
Bidder Comment: Are soil boring reports available? If not, it will be assumed that excavation will be clear of rocks and obstructions.
Resolution: No.
04-20-2026
Email question
Bidder Comment: Is there a bulk water fill i.e. a hydrant or water source we can pump from for grading operations in close proximity?
Resolution: Yes.
17 04-20-2026 Bidder Comment: When do you anticipate on site work starting?
# CLASS
COMPONENT AND
POC NAME, PHONE,
AND E-MAIL
PAGE PARA
COMMENT
TYPE (C/S) COMMENTS, JUSTIFICATION, AND ORIGINATOR JUSTIFICATION FOR RESOLUTION
A/ R/ P
SD FORM 818, JAN 09 PREVIOUS EDITION IS OBSOLETE 4
Email question Resolution: As soon as all approval documents have been signed.
04-20-2026
Email question Bidder Comment: Is permitting required?
Resolution: Yes.
04-20-2026
Email question
Bidder Comment: Is any landscaping restoration required for this project? For example;
topsoil, seeding, and fertilizer.
Resolution: No.
04-20-2026
Email question Bidder Comment: Please provide staking data points for the project.
Resolution: Forest Service will stake project.
04-20-2026
Email question Bidder Comment: Are red, yellow, and blue tops required?
Resolution: No.
04-20-2026 Email question
Bidder Comment: Which pay item(s) are measured for payment using Pay Factors on this project?
Resolution: 305(01) & 403(01).
04-20-2026
Email question
Bidder Comment: Are the pay factors, (if any) based on statistical evaluation to determine the Pay Within Limits (PWL) for this project?
Resolution: Yes.
04-20-2026
Email question
Bidder Comment: Can the FHWA confirm the testing characteristics that are considered for the statistical analysis/PWL pay items?
Resolution: Yes.
04-20-2026
Email question
Bidder Comment: Please confirm the Pay Factor reduction tables to be referenced on this project.
Resolution: Reference FP-14 for the pay item tables or LA DOTD Specs.
04-20-2026
Email question
Bidder Comment: If it is determined that the proposed gradation values do not align with materials commonly used locally for highway construction and maintenance by Federal or state agencies, would FHWA eliminate the pay-factor requirement?
Resolution: No.
04-20-2026
Email question
Bidder Comment: If the proposed gradation values are found to differ from materials typically used locally for highway construction and maintenance by Federal or state agencies, would FHWA consider using a state DOT’s gradation instead?
Resolution: Yes.
28 04-20-2026 Bidder Comment: Is surveying required?
# CLASS
COMPONENT AND
POC NAME, PHONE,
AND E-MAIL
PAGE PARA
COMMENT
TYPE (C/S) COMMENTS, JUSTIFICATION, AND ORIGINATOR JUSTIFICATION FOR RESOLUTION
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SD FORM 818, JAN 09 PREVIOUS EDITION IS OBSOLETE 5
Email question Resolution: No.
04-20-2026
Email question Bidder Comment: Is an SWPPP required?
Resolution: Yes.
04-20-2026
Email question Bidder Comment: Are testing and inspections required?
Resolution: Yes.
04-20-2026
Email question
Bidder Comment: Can we shut down the roadway for the duration of the project, or must we maintain one lane of traffic?
Resolution: No, the roadway cannot be shut down..
04-20-2026
Email question Bidder Comment: Is milling required at locations for FDR?
Resolution: Yes.
04-20-2026
Email question
Bidder Comment: Is there a requirement for clearing and grubbing? If so, what is the anticipated quantity?
Resolution: No.
04-20-2026
Email question Bidder Comment: Is the contractor required to have a mobile lab on site?
Resolution: No.
04-20-2026
Email question
Bidder Comment: Are there any requirements for permanent signage? If so, which line should the contractor provide pricing and how many should we price?
Resolution: No.
04-20-2026
Email question Bidder Comment: Please confirm there is no SOW required at existing culverts.
Resolution: No SOW requirements for existing culverts.
# CLASS
COMPONENT AND
POC NAME, PHONE,
AND E-MAIL
PAGE PARA
COMMENT
TYPE (C/S) COMMENTS, JUSTIFICATION, AND ORIGINATOR JUSTIFICATION FOR RESOLUTION
A/ R/ P
SD FORM 818, JAN 09 PREVIOUS EDITION IS OBSOLETE 6
INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETING SD FORM 818
COORDINATING OSD COMPONENT: Use this form to provide consolidated critical and substantive comments to the OSD Component that originated the issuance. Complete the classification header and footer, columns 1 through 5, and the first two entries in column 6. REVIEW THE COMMENTS, RESOLVE ANY CONFLICTING VIEWS, AND CONFIRM THAT THE COMPLETED MATRIX ACCURATELY REPRESENTS YOUR COMPONENT’S POSITION. Upload the form to the DoD Directives Program Portal IN MICROSOFT WORD FORMAT, with a scanned copy of the sign SD Form 106, “DoD Directives Program Coordination Record,” or coordination memorandum.
ORIGINATING OSD COMPONENT: Use this form to consolidate comments from all coordinators and to record adjudication of the comments. (To add comments from an SD 818 submitted by a coordinator, use the “Copy” and “Paste” tools on the Microsoft Word Standard Toolbar.) When consolidating comments, place them in the order of the pages/paragraphs they apply to (e.g., all comments from all coordinators that apply to page 1, paragraph 1.a., should be grouped together as the initial entries; all comments that apply to page 1, paragraph 1.b., should be grouped together next, and so on). Complete column 7 and the third entry in column 6. Adjust the classification header and footer and columns 1 and 2 as appropriate.
CLASSIFICATION – Enter the highest classification of the comments. If all are unclassified, mark the header and footer accordingly and ignore the column.
COLUMN 1 – Enter the number of the comment. Enter comments in the order of the pages/paragraphs they apply to.
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MUST IDENTIFY:
– Violations of the law or contradictions of Executive Branch policy or of policy established in DoD issuances. The GC, DoD, or his or her representative shall identify legal objections as critical comments.
– Unnecessary risks to safety, life, limb, or DoD materiel; waste or abuse of DoD appropriations; or imposition of an unreasonable burden on a Component’s resources.
(S) SUBSTANTIVE: Substantive comments are made when a section in the issuance appears to be or is potentially unnecessary, incorrect, misleading, confusing, or inconsistent with other sections, or when a Component disagrees with the proposed responsibilities, requirements, and/or procedures. A substantive comment is usually not sufficient justification for a Component to nonconcur on an issuance. Several substantive comments when taken together may be grounds for a nonconcurrence.
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COLUMN 8 – Enter whether you accepted (A), rejected (R), or partially accepted (P) the comment. Your justification for disposition of the comment in column 6 must be consistent with this entry.
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