Q and A_12445526Q0084.docx
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- FR 321 Kinzua Creek AOP Replacement Federal contract opportunity
- Solicitation number
- 12445526Q0084
- Issued by
- Department of Agriculture Forest Service
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This is a Questions and Answers document for Request for Quotation (RFQ) 12445526Q0084 issued by the Department of Agriculture Forest Service for the FR 321 Kinzua Creek AOP Replacement project. The document addresses seven contractor inquiries regarding project specifications and site access procedures.
The primary work involves removal of an existing 42-inch x 50-inch x 45-foot corrugated metal pipe arch (CMPA) and installation of a replacement 128-inch x 83-inch x 44-foot aluminized Type II corrugated metal pipe (5"x1" corrugation, 10-gauge) designed for aquatic organism passage (AOP). The new pipe will be completely submerged and embedded with 2 feet of simulated stream bed material. Additional scope includes installation of erosion and sedimentation controls, reconstruction of 600 feet of roadway, and placement and compaction of driving surface aggregate. The project is subject to wild trout fishing restrictions from October 1 through December 31, requiring no construction during that period. The RFQ, which is a Total Small Business Set-Aside under the 237310 NAICS code (Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction), includes site photos on sam.gov and permits contractor site inspections at their convenience. Amendment 0001 clarified discrepancies in the original Schedule of Items regarding culvert dimensions.
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| FR321 Crossing Photos.pdf | ||
| Att 01_Schedule of Items_260714.docx | DOCX document | |
| Amd_0001_12445526Q0084.pdf | ||
| Q and A_12445526Q0084.docx | DOCX document | |
| SOL_12445526Q0084.pdf | ||
| Att 01_Schedule of Items_260629.docx | DOCX document | |
| Att 04_Wage Rates_260518.pdf | ||
| HOW TO FOLLOW PROJECTS ON SAM FOR EMAIL ALERTS.pdf | ||
| Att 02_Statement of Work_260624.pdf | ||
| Att 03_FR321 x UNT Kinzua Creek Construction Plans_260624.pdf |
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RFQ: 12445526Q0084
Title: FR 321 Kinzua Creek AOP Replacement
Last updated: 07/15/2026
Q #01: What are the specs for AOP and is it completely submerged and is there a type of coating desired .
A #01: Pipe bottom is completely submerged, embedded with 2 ft of simulated stream bed material. Pipe Specs: 128" x 83" x 44' ALUMINIZED TYPE II CORR. METAL PIPE (5”x1” CORR), 10-gauge
Q #02: Does it [the AOP] need to be Galvanized, Aluminized, Aluminum Alloy or Polymer Coated?
A #02: Aluminized Coating
Q #03: what is the Gage requirement?
A #03: 10-gauge (0.138”)
Q #04: Do you know if there are any restrictions to fish with the 321 AOP construction?
A #04: Wild trout restrictions are from October 1 - December 31st, i.e., no construction during that time.
Q #05: On the Schedule of Items, CLIN 0003 describes the culvert to be removed as 30-inch diameter, but the statement of work identifies a 42-inch X 50-inch x 45-foot corrugated metal pipe arch (CMPA) to be removed. Which dimensions are correct?
A #05: Amendment 0001 revises the Schedule of items to remove this discrepancy.
Q #06: Can you share photos of the site?
A #06: The RFQ on sam.gov was updated to include pictures of the inlet & outlet areas, and road surface.
Q #07: Should we schedule to meet with someone before visiting the site? Or do we just need to go check out the site on our own?
A #07: Contractors may inspect the site at their convenience.
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