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OSCODA MI 48750-1595

5761 N SKEEL

HURON SHORES RANGER STATION

USDA FOREST SERVICE

ATLANTA GA 30309-2449

STE 876S

1720 PEACHTREE ST NW

USDA-FS CSA EAST 13

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

This amendment extends the solicitation due date to 2/22/2024 no later than 1400 Eastern time (2 p.m.).

Questions and answers as of 2/8/2024 are incorporated and attached. No other terms and conditions have been changed.

Period of Performance: 03/01/2024 to 09/27/2024

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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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12445524R0003 Historic Iargo Springs Stair and Boardwalk Renovation

Questions and Answers February 8, 2024

1. Question:

Would the US Forest Service accept FRP (Fiber Reinforced Polymer) as an alternative in the Iargo Springs design and supply?

Answer: No. The Forest Service wants the materials as specified in the contract documents.

2. Question:

Is there any planned access for the bottom portion of the work? What was the previous access that was used to build the existing stairs and boardwalk system, and if there are any access requirements for this current project.

Answer: The Contractor can decide the best access alternative for the construction. The Forest Service has no pre-determined plan. Access from the river is an option. We have found documentation that a tramway was used to move material down the slope during the original construction. It was comprised of two steel rails with a cable driven by an electric motor. It was located on the old slide that is between the two main springs.

3. Question:

There is wood cribbing on top of helical foundations that would then support the stair structure, there would be potential cost savings to go full steel in lieu of the wood frame.

Answer: The Forest Service wants the wood posts in the locations as shown on the plan. Otherwise, use the boardwalk pier details.

4. Question:

We also noticed that there is a lot of debris in the water where the proposed new section of the boardwalk goes. Would this have to be removed by the contractor or will it be removed prior to the start of the contract?

Answer: It is presumed that the debris observed during the site visit occurred naturally. It is the Contractor's responsibility to clear the site as required to perform the work.

5. Question:

There is a section of the boardwalk that was broken by a falling tree. Would that be fixed prior to our work or is that something that would be added?

Answer: The recent damage to the boardwalk caused by a fallen tree will be repaired by the Forest Service. The previously identified damaged section in the solicitation documents is the only portion included in the Contract.

6. Question:

Will this project be awarded quick enough to be able to get the clearing completed by March 29?

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Answer: The Forest Service intends to award the project as soon as possible. However, that may not be before March 29. The restriction in the specifications is due to the fungus associated with Oak Wilt. No oak trees may be cut between April 1 and July 15. The Forest Service is willing to work with the Contractor on a case-by-case basis regarding other clearing needs. Due to the demolition required and the location of the trees needing to be cleared, the Forest Service feels there is minimal impact, if any, to the ability to perform the contract around the cutting restrictions.

7. Question:

The completion date is listed as September 27th, is that firm or is there some flexibility on the completion date?

Answer: There is some flexibility on the completion date.

8. Question:

I'm going through the soil borings and can't find where they were taken on the plans. Do you have a map showing where they took those?

Answer: Pending

PENDING:

The 19% moisture content can only be achieved on the 2x material, anything larger would cause it to split prematurely and be rejected. The treatment method involving Naphthenate and Light Oil is not done in the state of Michigan, MCA .23 would be what can be quoted. Please clarify the Nominal vs Rough Sawn on the items that indicate both.

The plan notes indicate HDG fasteners and hardware, however some of the details indicate Stainless Steel hardware. The deck screws also indicate two different sizes and two different coatings, S.S or Coated. Could you provide clarification on which one is required.