Sol_12445225Q0006_Amd_0001.pdf

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12445225Q0006 x x 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 12

GAOA02/24/20250001

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.

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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

01/21/2025

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.

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

Project: Hiram King Structural House Repairs - Cradle of Forestry located at the Pisgah

Ranger District in Pisgah Forest, North Carolina.

The purpose of the amendment 0001 is to:

1. Provide responses to RFIs that were submitted by potential bidders.

2. Add the following attachments to the solicitation:

J07 - HearthTech Dec 23 Inspection Report

J08 - Pre-Bid Site Visit - Attendance Sheet

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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)

PENNY R. ZORTMAN

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 .

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NAME OF OFFEROR OR CONTRACTOR

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CONTINUATION SHEET

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The RFI responses are incorporated into the terms and conditions of this solicitation and resulting contract.

NSN 7540-01-152-8067 OPTIONAL FORM 336 (4-86)

Sponsored by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.110

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Project: Hiram King Structural House Repairs - Cradle of Forestry Solicitation #: 12445225Q0006

Requests For Information

Govt responses are in Blue

1. I was wondering if all the materials and chain link fences are going to be provided or do we have to include that in the quote?

This needs to be supplied by the Contractor and removed at the end of the job.

2. I am emailing to confirm that bids for the above referenced project are to be emailed to you on 2/26/2025 by 5:00pm. I did not see in the Specifications where there was any information about the bid submittal process. This information was listed on ConstructConnect. Please confirm so that we can plan bidding accordingly.

Confirmed; the offers are due on 2/26/25, 5:00 PM ET. For additional information, you can find the solicitation for the Hiram King Structural House Repairs on SAM.GOV (https://sam.gov/) , and the solicitation number is 12445225Q0006 .

3. Can you please clarify the magnitude of the Hiram King Structural House Repairs project?

The solicitation indicates $100K - $250K, however, $25K - $100K was stated at the pre-bid site meeting.

The magnitude of the project is: Between $100,000 and $250,000.

Also, do you know when the sign in sheet will be posted to SAM?

The sign-in sheet will be uploaded along with the amendment (shortly after 2/12/25).

4. Good evening, I was wondering if all the materials for the project would be provided like the concrete, metals, etc?

All material to perform the scope of work must be supplied by the Contractor.

5. Do you cover all of the material at least like the concrete, the steel, etc?

All material to perform the scope of work must be supplied by the Contractor.

https://sam.gov/

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6. Can all bidders be provided with an electronic copy of the 12/29/23 Chimney Report by

HearthTech, LLC?

Yes, see attached.

7. 01 35 91/1.5B4 and 1.5E requires contractor to store historic materials in a humidity controlled location. Where is this location and what materials need to be stored there?

The COR will direct the Contractor to a suitable location on the Cradle of Forestry grounds as necessary.

8. Are there limitations to the working days or hours?

On-Site Work Hours: Limit work in the existing building to normal business working hours of 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, unless otherwise indicated.

9. What is the project start date?

The contract time begins at issuance of Notice to Proceed, which is determined following award as discussed and agreed upon by Contractor and Government. POP is 120 days from Notice to Proceed.

10. Are water and electricity available onsite?

Electricity and water are available on a very limited basis. Contractor may assume a single garden-style hose bib for water and a 15amp, 110V circuit are available in the general proximity of the King House.

11. Is the use of a powered man-lift permitted as an alternative to scaffolding?

Alternative means are permitted if the requirements for protection of the existing structure and safety per Section 03 01 01 are met.

12. Does the mason need to be pre-qualified during the bid process or will this be a submittal?

Mason’s qualifications may be submitted with the proposal at the Contractor’s discretion but will be required for review and approval as an Action Submittal prior to starting work on the Chimneys.

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13. On #1/S201: Should there be a note calling for the repointing of fireplace stone masonry that is in the crawl space?

Repointing of fireplace stone masonry in the crawl space including cavities and cells in the masonry below grade is included in the Scope of Work per Sheet S001 Section 7.0 Masonry and the Specifications.

14. On #1/S201: Is there an expectation that soil backfilled against the outside of all chimneys should be excavated, stored, and reinstalled after concealed mortar joints at chimneys are repointed down to the top of any existing footings?

Yes, unless specifically directed otherwise by the COR.

15. On #2/S201: is there a need to call for the “doubling up” of existing floor joists at the front porch that support the weight of the framing carrying the existing stair that goes to the second floor?

The plan set was designed and sealed by a Licensed Structural Engineer, any changes to the design will need to be reviewed and approved after Notice to Proceed.