127EAV26R0009 Sam Houston Trail Bridge Replacement 3.16.pdf

SOLICITATION, OFFER,

AND AWARD

2. TYPE OF SOLICITATION

6. PROJECT NO. 4. CONTRACT NO. 5. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUEST NO.

PAGE OF PAGES

7. ISSUED BY CODE 8. ADDRESS OFFER TO

SOLICITATION

(Construction, Alteration, or Repair)

1. SOLICITATION NO. 3. DATE ISSUED

IMPORTANT -- The "offer" section on the reverse must be fully completed by offeror.

9.

INFORMATION

a. NAME b. TELEPHONE NO. (Include area code) (NO COLLECT CALLS)

NOTE: In sealed bid solicitations "offer" and "offeror" mean "bid" and "bidder."

CALL:

FOR

SEALED BID (IFB)

NEGOTIATED (RFP)

1158151

USDA-FS CSA SOUTHWEST 5

333 BROADWAY BLVD SE

ALBUQUERQUE NM 87102-3498

7EAV

david.l.watson@usda.gov

DAVID WATSON 602-225-5350

1x 03/16/2026

127EAV26R0009

10. THE GOVERNMENT REQUIRES PERFORMANCE OF THE WORK DESCRIBED IN THESE DOCUMENTS (Title, identifying no., date)

1. Disclosure of the Magnitude of Construction (FAR 36.204)

In accordance with FAR 36.204, Disclosure of the Magnitude of Construction Projects, the magnitude of this construction project is estimated to be between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000.

This magnitude range is provided solely for the purpose of assisting prospective offerors in determining their capability to perform the work. The magnitude range does not represent the Government's independent estimate.

2. Site Visit

Offerors are strongly encouraged to visit the project site to familiarize themselves with local conditions that may affect the performance of the work. Contractors shall be responsible for investigating and satisfying themselves as to the conditions affecting the work, including but not limited to access, terrain, weather conditions, and other conditions which may impact the cost or performance of the work.

Failure to visit the site will not relieve the contractor from responsibility for properly estimating the difficulty and cost of successfully performing the work.

3. Period of Performance

The contractor shall complete all work required under this contract within 390 calendar days after receipt of the Notice to Proceed (NTP), unless otherwise

Continued ...

11. The Contractor shall begin performance within

12a. THE CONTRACTOR MUST FURNISH ANY REQUIRED PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT BONDS?

award, notice to proceed. The performance period is mandatory negotiable. (See ________________________________________________.)

13. ADDITIONAL SOLICITATION REQUIREMENTS:

a. Sealed offers in original and is not required.is, b. An offer guarantee

c. All offers are subject to the (1) work requirements, and (2) other provisions and clauses incorporated in the solicitation in full text or by reference.

(date). If this is a sealed bid solicitation, offers will be publicly opened at that time. Sealed envelopes containing offers shall be marked to show the offeror's name and address, the solicitation number, and the date and time offers are due.

d. Offers providing less than

12b. CALENDAR DAYSYES NO

(If "YES", indicate within how many calendar days after award in Item 12b.)

0 calendar days and complete it within ________________

________________________ 04/17/2026

NSN 7540-01-155-3212

x x x x copies to perform the work required are due at the place specified in Item 8 by _____________ ___________________ (hour) local time calendar days for Government acceptance after the date offers are due will not be considered and will be rejected ._________

STANDARD FORM 1442 (Rev. 8/2014)

Prescribed by GSA

FAR(48 CFR) 53.236-1(d)

390 calendar days after receiving1

17. The offeror agrees to perform the work required at the prices specified below in strict accordance with the terms of this solicitation, if this offer is accepted by the Government in writing within ____________________ calendar days after the date offers are due. (Insert any number equal to or greater than the minimum requirement stated in item 13d. Failure to insert any number means the offeror accepts the minimum in item 13d.)

14. NAME AND ADDRESS OF OFFEROR (Include ZIP Code) 15. TELEPHONE NO. (Include area code)

16. REMITTANCE ADDRESS (Include only if different than item 14.)

CODE FACILITY CODE

AMOUNTS

18. The offeror agrees to furnish any required performance and payment bonds.

19. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF AMENDMENTS

OFFER (Must be fully completed by offeror)

(The offeror acknowledges receipt of amendments to the solicitation -- give number and date of each)

AMENDMENT NO.

DATE.

20a. NAME AND TITLE OF PERSON AUTHORIZED TO SIGN OFFER (Type or print) 20b. SIGNATURE 20c. OFFER DATE

AWARD (To be completed by Government)

21. ITEMS ACCEPTED:

22. AMOUNT 23. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA

24. SUBMIT INVOICES TO ADDRESS SHOWN IN

(4 copies unless otherwise specified)

ITEM 25. OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION PURSUANT TO

26. ADMINISTERED BY CODE 27. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY

CONTRACTING OFFICER WILL COMPLETE ITEM 28 OR 29 AS APPLICABLE

(Contractor is required to sign this document and return (Contractor is not required to sign this document.)

Your offer on this solicitation is hereby accepted as to the items listed. This award consummates the contract, which consists of (a) the Government solicitation and your offer, and (b) this contract award.

No further contractual document is necessary.

30a. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTOR OR PERSON AUTHORIZED TO SIGN (Type or print) 31a. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

30b. SIGNATURE 30c. DATE 31b. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 31c. DATE

BY

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28. NEGOTIATED AGREEMENT 29. AWARD

Contractor agrees to furnish and deliver all items or perform all work requirements identified on this form and any continuation sheets for the consideration stated in this contract. The rights and obligations of the parties to this contract shall be governed by (a) this contract award, (b) the solicitation, and (c) the clauses, representations, certifications, and specifications incorporated by reference in or attached to this contract.

copies to issuing office.)

10 U.S.C. 2304(c) 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)

STANDARD FORM 1442 (REV. 8/2014) BACK

Continued...

ITEM NO.

(A)

SUPPLIES/SERVICES

(B)

QUANTITY

(C)

UNIT

(D)

UNIT PRICE

(E)

AMOUNT

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NAME OF OFFEROR OR CONTRACTOR

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CONTINUATION SHEET

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specified in the contract.

The contractor shall provide a proposed schedule within 10 calendar days after receipt of the

Notice to Proceed outlining the anticipated sequence and duration of work activities.

4. Bonding Requirements

In accordance with FAR 52.228-15, Performance and

Payment Bonds Construction, the successful offeror shall furnish performance and payment bonds in the amount of 100 percent of the contract price.

The required bonds shall be submitted to the

Contracting Officer within 10 calendar days after receipt of the notice of award.

5. Differing Site Conditions

Offerors are reminded that FAR 52.236-2, Differing Site Conditions, is incorporated into this solicitation and resulting contract.

Contractors shall promptly notify the Contracting

Officer in writing upon encountering subsurface or latent physical conditions at the site that differ materially from those indicated in the contract or from those ordinarily encountered and generally recognized as inherent in work of the character provided for in the contract. Delivery:

08/29/2025

Delivery Location Code: 7DF5

USDA FOREST SERVICE

NATL FORESTS GRASSLANDS IN TX

2221 N RAGUET STREET

LUFKIN TX 75904-1865 US

0001 Survey, Design, and build replacement trail bridges. Design and build repairs for trail bridges damaged in the April 2024 floods and hurricane Beryl.

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

Sponsored by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.110

Item Description Unit Cost 1 Phase 1: Site Investigation & Analysis LS 2 Phase 2: Bridge 1 Design LS 3 Phase 3: Bridge 1 Construction LS 4 Phase 2: Bridge 4 Design LS 5 Phase 3: Bridge 4 Construction LS 6 Phase 2: Bridge 6 Design LS 7 Phase 3: Bridge 6 Construction LS 8 Phase 2: Bridge 8 Design LS 9 Phase 3: Bridge 8 Construction LS

10 Phase 2: Bridge 8-A Design LS 11 Phase 3: Bridge 8-A Construction LS 12 Phase 2: Bridge 9 Design LS 13 Phase 3: Bridge 9 Construction LS 14 Phase 2: Bridge 10 Design LS 15 Phase 3: Bridge 10 Construction LS 16 Phase 2: Bridge 11 Design LS 17 Phase 3: Bridge 11 Construction LS 18 Phase 2: Bridge 12 Design LS 19 Phase 3: Bridge 12 Construction LS 20 Phase 2: Bridge 13 Design LS 21 Phase 3: Bridge 13 Construction LS 22 Phase 2: Bridge 16 Design LS 23 Phase 3: Bridge 16 Construction LS 24 Phase 2: Bridge 17 Design LS 25 Phase 3: Bridge 17 Construction LS 26 Phase 2: Bridge 18 Design LS 27 Phase 3: Bridge 18 Construction LS 28 Phase 2: Bridge 19 Design LS 29 Phase 3: Bridge 19 Construction LS 30 Phase 2: Bridge 23 Design LS 31 Phase 3: Bridge 23 Construction LS 32 Phase 2: Bridge 37 Design LS 33 Phase 3: Bridge 37 Construction LS 34 Phase 2: Bridge 38 Design LS 35 Phase 3: Bridge 38 Construction LS 36 Phase 2: Bridge 39 Design LS 37 Phase 3: Bridge 39 Construction LS

Sam Houston Trail Bridge Replacement – Attachment 01 - Statement of Work

1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1 This Project includes all labor, materials, equipment, supplies, travel, supervision, and incidentals necessary for the full design and construction of (18) Trail Bridges on the MUT (Multi-Use Trail) of the Sam Houston National Forest west of New Waverly, TX. Work includes:

1.1.1 Phase A: Site Investigation and Analysis

1.1.2 Phase B: Design and Construction Document Preparation

1.1.3 Phase C: Removal and disposal of existing crossing infrastructure, construction of new crossings, and construction and connecting of trail approaches from the existing trail to the new crossings.

1.2 The contractor may adopt a phased approach to completion of the crossings due to the number of sites as well as the varied locations and potential varied crossing types proposed.

2.0 BACKGROUND AND SITE CHARACTERISTICS

2.1 The Sam Houston Multi-Use Trail is rated as a Class 3 All-Terrain Vehicle/Off-Highway Vehicle

(ATV/OHV) trail and is open to hikers, mountain bikers, horse riders, ATVs, and off-road motorcycles. However, motorcycles account for 85 to 90 % of the motorized use. Due to the highly erodible soils (sand and mottled clay) and recent major storm events, there are multiple failed or failing trail bridges throughout the multi-use trail system. The existing trails are approximately 60 inches wide and are native surfaced with some sections of hardened tread and concrete pavers.

2.2 Detailed and site-specific characteristics are shown in the attached inspection reports and the GIS data. The common deficiency of the crossings is substructure failure due to insufficient span or changes in channel alignment or cross section. These changes have been particularly exacerbated by the intensity of recent storms, but evidence of this shift is seen in watercourses across the landscape and can be reasonably credited to increased adjacent land development and associated runoff shifts as well as increased intensity and recurrence intervals of damaging storms.

2.3 Recommended design considerations and strategies for each crossing are detailed in the GIS data and generally include:

2.3.1 Minimum deck width of 72”.

2.3.2 Increased spans and freeboard compared to existing structures.

2.3.3 Deep foundations to accommodate existing and future channel changes and/or uplift and shear resistance to overtopping events.

2.3.4 Modular and field-constructable design(s) due to site distances from roads.

2.3.5 Elevated multi-span boardwalk structures for crossings in shallow gradient streams with wide floodplains where a structure with sufficient span and freeboard would be infeasible and planned overtopping is a preferable option.

2.3.6 Tread hardening with ABC at all trail approaches with trail drainage directed away from substructures.

2.3.7 Wearing surfaces and structural capacity for trail maintenance equipment or alternatively proposed wet-crossing bypasses depending on site and proposed structure. Currently in use are a SWECO 480, IHI 15NX, and IHI IC35.

2.3.8 General Forest Service design considerations are discussed in FSH 7709.56b @ https://www.fs.usda.gov/cgi-bin/Directives/get_dirs/fsh?7709.56b, Chapters 20, 40, and 60 apply to trail structures. Note that these are merely recommendations to aid in design, not contract requirements which are adopted by including this reference. Many standard https://www.fs.usda.gov/cgi-bin/Directives/get_dirs/fsh?7709.56b designs and methodologies may be non-applicable due to the challenging soil and stream site conditions common in this project locale.

2.3.9 Riprap or other streambank hardening is not recommended due to erodibility of adjacent soils and ineffectiveness of past hardening attempts. If hardening is included in design, it should be outside of the typical wetted perimeter, not constrain stream flow (which increases energy), and be utilized for long-term meander deterrence rather than immediate substructure protection.

2.4 Resource Coordination:

2.4.1 Cultural:

SHPO Consultation and Clearance has been completed for several of the crossings and is in progress for the remaining structures as well as the entirety of the MUT trail alignment.

Coordinate with the FS during Phase A to receive results and any identified constraints which will influence design in Phase B.

2.4.2 Wildlife:

Seasonal restrictions for work or travel being completed within 200’ of Red-cockaded Woodpecker trees will be restricted from April 1st – July 31st unless otherwise permitted by the District Biologist. Occurrences will be surveyed and communicated by the FS during Phase A.

2.4.3 Hydrological:

Permitting through USACE is not anticipated with the design criteria of deep foundations and extended spans.

Equipment access through watercourses should travel perpendicular to crossing and occur as little as is feasible for construction.

All areas of disturbance shall be seeded with a Forest Service approved mix which will be communicated depending on season of application.

3.0 CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS

3.1 Phase A- Site survey:

3.1.1 Preliminary cross sections, notes, and photos collected May 2025 are included in the inspection reports and GIS data. Additional site survey will be required and may include but is not limited to geotechnical analysis of representative soils, additional cross sections or topographical survey, and site access assessments. Results will be submitted as an Engineering Report.

3.2 Phase B - Design

3.2.1 Minimum 500-year storm interval with 30% debris blocking and 18” freeboard. However, recent storms have indicated that established storm intervals and data are no longer accurate, and observation and survey of recent damages and flood extents may be more informative in this determination.

3.2.2 Design shall conform to “LRFD Guide Specifications for the Design of FRP Pedestrian Bridges”, which as of May 2025, has a second Edition specifically addressing requirements for FRP structures which may be applicable to this project.

3.2.3 Plans will include: a list of applicable standard and special contract requirements;

applicable special contract requirements; a construction submittal list; schedule of items;

and, applicable engineering design, and quantity calculations. It is the contractor’s responsibility to coordinate design reviews at different design stages to remain on schedule.

3.2.3.1 35% Conceptual Design: finalized design criteria and preliminary drawings and written descriptions to illustrate the design of the crossings.

3.2.3.2 65% Preliminary Design: form, arrangement, size, and materials of the work.

3.2.3.3 90% & 100%: working drawings, specifications, and other documents describing the work in sufficient detail to allow accurate and complete construction.

3.3 Phase C – Construction

3.3.1 Refer to general requirements for Forest Service projects outlined in Attachment 01.

3.3.2 General QA/QC shall be conducted as outlined in the Plan submitted by the contractor and approved by the Forest Service.

3.3.3 Daily progress reports shall be managed by the Site Superintendent or Quality Control lead and submitted to the Forest Service weekly.

3.3.4 Results from any third-party testing shall be included as attachments either with the weekly report or shared as they are received.

3.3.5 Updated schedule shall be provided bi-weekly as construction progresses.

3.3.6 Provide 3 days advance notice for any Governmental inspections required for work approval prior to advancing.

4.0 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED TASKS

4.1 May 2025 site inspections, photos, cross sections, GIS data, and recommendations

4.2 SHPO Consultation for Cultural Resources

4.3 Identification of Red-cockaded Woodpecker trees

5.0 DELIVERABLES

5.6 Q/A/QC Plan – Design

5.6.1 The contractor shall submit a detailed QA/QC Plan describing each step that will be taken during the development of the project. Each step should have an appropriate space where a senior member of the firm can initial and date when the action has been completed. The

Item No.

Deliverable Reference Due

1 Proposal - 2 Project Schedule Attachment_02_2.3_a1 14 days from NTP 3 Point of Contact & Key Personnel Attachment_02_2.3_a2 & a3 14 days from NTP 4 List of Subcontractors - Design Attachment_02_2.3_a4 14 days from NTP 5 Schedule of Values & Payment Schedule Attachment_02_2.3_a5 14 days from NTP 6 QA/QC Plan - Design 14 days from NTP 7 Kick-off Meeting 21 days from NTP 8 Engineering Report - 9 Design Meeting & Updated Schedule - 10 35% Conceptual Design - 11 65% Preliminary Design - 12 90% and 100% Final Design - 13 Construction Schedule - 14 List of Subcontractors - Construction - 15 QA/QC Plan - Construction -

16 SWPPP -

17 Daily Progress Reports - 18 Testing Results - 19 As-Built Drawings -

Plan shall include a review checklist that verifies coordination has been made between the various professional design disciplines, cross-checks have been made between callouts/references to other sheets/details, design criteria have been met, and that all submittal requirements have been met, and a complete submittal package has been prepared and ready for submission, prior to each submittal.

5.7 Kick-off Meeting

5.7.1 Meeting intent is to gather existing data, establish goals, objectives, and design criteria for the project and to develop alternative design approaches.

5.8 Engineering Report

5.8.1 Report shall incorporate all engineering computations, test and survey results, code review and references/citations, assumptions, maps, drawings, and all other similar pertinent information to document and support recommendations provided.

5.9 Design Meeting & Updated Schedule:

5.9.1 Meeting intent is to utilize a collaborative approach to create realistic and achievable designs. It is anticipated that the meeting will be a one-day process and at a minimum, shall include Forest Service staff, and the contractor’s project manager, civil/structural engineer, and construction manager.

5.10 35% Conceptual Design

5.10.1 Finalized design criteria and preliminary drawings and written descriptions to illustrate the design intent of the crossings.

5.11 65% Preliminary Design

5.11.1 Finalized form, arrangement, size, and materials of the crossings.

5.12 90% & 100% Final Design

5.12.1 Working drawings, specifications, submittal list, and other documents describing the work in sufficient detail to allow accurate and complete construction. Plan-in-hand site visit(s) held with the 90% planset prior to 100% finalized and approved product.

DESIGN BUILD GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE

a. This document contains general requirements for performing design/build services for the Department of the Interior and Forest Service.

b. These requirements are supplemented by the project-specific Statement of Work (SOW) requirements issued with each individual solicitation.

c. Contractor is responsible for the proper performance of the Work and shall correct, at no additional expense, to the Government any errors or omissions in connection with such performance.

1.2 PRINCIPAL PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

Provides all labor, equipment and materials to plan, design and construct a complete project that fulfills the programmatic needs of the Government, is safe, well- integrated into the landscape, relatively easy and low cost to operate and maintain; that is of high quality, durability, and functionality.

1.3 INQUIRIES

Direct any questions in writing to the Contracting Officer.

1.4 DEFINITIONS(for the purposes of this document)

A-E means Architect- Engineer.

Construction Documents (CDs) means engineered drawings and specifications suitable for price solicitation and construction; complete with any necessary supporting technical documents such as geotechnical reports, topographic and boundary surveys, design calculations, and descriptive product literature, and similar.

Commissioning is the act of statically and dynamically testing the operation of equipment and facility systems to ensure they operate as designed and can satisfactorily meet the needs of the facility throughout the entire range of operating conditions.

Construction is defined as, but not limited to, constructing (giving form by combining the parts), altering, repairing, adding to, subtracting from, improving, restoring, moving, wrecking or demolishing any building, highway, road, excavation or other structure, project, or improvement attached to real estate.

Contracting Officer (CO) is defined as the person with the authority to enter into, administer, and/or terminate contracts and make related determinations and findings on behalf of the United States of America.

COR is the Contracting Officer’s Representative who is explicitly designated in writing by the CO.

Contractor is the business entity that is contractually responsible to the Government for accomplishment of the project Work.

DOI means Department of the Interior

FS means Forest Service

ECC means Estimated Cost of Construction; a construction cost proposal prepared by the Contractor.

Government means Owner, Contracting Officer, Contracting Officer’s Representative, or Department of the Interior

LEED means Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design.

Local Authority Having Jurisdiction is the duly adopted local code authority, agency, or serving utility governing or serving the location of the project; such as utility companies, city and county electrical/plumbing/fire system inspectors, environmental permitting entities, and water resource departments / boards.

Performance Specifications are specifications that state what the required results will be with measurable or observable criteria for verifying compliance.

Public Works is construction performed under a contract with a Federal, State, County, City, or other government entity.

Schedule is the chronological layout of the work to be prepared on Microsoft-compatible commercially available scheduling software.

Alternative Technical Concept (ATC) - Concepts proposed by an Offeror and approved by the Government which modify the Basic Configuration or other Contract requirement.

1.5 PROJECT LOCATION & ACCESS

Project locations will be indicated in the project-specific Statement of Work (SOW).

1.6 ALTERNATIVE TECHNICAL CONCEPTS (ATC's)

To promote innovation by Offerors and to maintain flexibility in the procurement process, the government may allow Offerors to submit for consideration ATCs that modify the Basic Configuration or other Contract requirements for RFQ/RFP’s. In order to be approved, an ATC must be deemed, in the Government’s sole discretion to provide a Project that is "equal or better" on an overall basis than the Project would be without the proposed ATC. Concepts that simply delete scope, lower performance requirements, lower standards, or reduce contract requirements are not acceptable as ATC's.

SUBMITTAL OF ATCS

If the Government determines that ATC’s are to be considered, then ATC’s will be evaluated in

Phase 1. A proposed ATC must be submitted during Phase 1 and no later than date and time set forth in RFQ/RFP. ATC’s will be evaluated using an acceptable/unacceptable evaluation approach.

If an ATC is found to be acceptable, the Government will notify the offeror in writing of the acceptance and the Offeror can then submit the ATC with their final proposal in Phase 2.

Each ATC submittal package shall address all of the following elements:

• Brief Description: A few words identifying the ATC, for future reference;

• Detailed description: A detailed description and schematic drawings of the configuration of the ATC or other appropriate descriptive information including, if appropriate, product details, and specifications;

• Usage: A description of where and how the ATC would be used on the Project;

• Proposed RFP modifications: References to all requirements of the RFP that are modified by the proposed ATC with an explanation of the nature of the modification from said requirements and a request for approval of such modifications;

• Design Deviations: If the ATC requires design deviation(s) the submittal package shall include documentation for the design deviation(s).

• Analysis: An analysis justifying use of the ATC and demonstrating how the Project with the ATC is "equal or better" than the Project without the ATC. The "equal or better" analysis shall address the following:

(1) Functionality;

(2) Structural adequacy;

(3) Safety;

(4) Comparison of life cycle costs including repair and maintenance;

(5) Aesthetics;

(6) Impacts on Government operations;

(7) Effect on or changes to environmental commitments identified in the RFP;

(8) Impacts to surrounding and adjacent buildings, roads, parking lots, land, etc;

(9) Impact on utilities;

**Do not provide any data indicating the effect that approval of the ATC will have on the Proposal Price.

REVIEW OF ATCs

Incomplete ATC submittal packages may be returned by the Government without review comment.

Although the Government reserves the right in its sole discretion to reject any ATC, ATC's specifically not eligible for approval includes the following:

1. ATCs that are, in the Governments sole discretion, deemed not to provide a Project that is "equal or better" on an overall basis than the Project would be without the ATC.

2. Any ATC that would require excessive time or cost for the Government to review, evaluate, or investigate.

In order to be approved, an ATC must be deemed, in the Governments sole discretion, to provide a Project that is "equal or better" on an overall basis than the Project would be without the proposed ATC. Potential changes to the Proposal Price will not be considered by the Government in the

"equal or better" determination.

Government Response

The Government will respond to all ATCs before the request for Phase 2 proposals, provided that the Government has received all requested information regarding the ATC. The format for response should include the ATC brief description, and shall be limited to one of the following:

1. The ATC is acceptable;

2. The ATC is unacceptable;

3. The ATC is unacceptable in its present form, but may be reconsidered for approval upon satisfaction, in the Government’s sole discretion, of certain identified conditions that must be met or certain clarifications or modifications that must be made as described hereunder.

The offeror shall not have the right to incorporate this ATC into the Proposal unless and until the ATC has been resubmitted within the time limits provided, with the conditions stated below satisfied, and the Government has unconditionally approved the revised ATC;

or

4. The submittal does not qualify as an ATC but appears eligible to be included in the Proposal without an ATC (i.e., the concept appears to conform to the Basic Configuration and to be consistent with other contract requirements).

Government approval of an ATC extends solely to the information contained in the ATC submittal.

INCORPORATION INTO PROPOSAL

The Offeror may include any or all approved ATC's in its Proposal. The Proposal Price shall reflect any incorporated ATC's. Except for incorporating approved ATC's, the Proposal shall not otherwise contain exceptions to or variations from the requirements of the RFP. If the Government responded to an ATC by stating that certain conditions must be met prior to granting approval, the Offeror shall not have the right to incorporate the ATC into the Proposal unless and until the ATC has been timely resubmitted with the conditions satisfied and the Government has approved the ATC in writing.

Once an ATC has been approved, only the entire ATC is eligible for inclusion into the Proposal. The inclusion of partial ATCs into a Proposal is not allowed.

Any Government provided geotechnical investigation and subsurface utilities investigation conducted for the Project and included in the RFP would be based on the Governments Conceptual Design and Basic Configuration. Therefore, the geotechnical information and subsurface utilities information provided in the RFP does not purport to represent site conditions for an ATC.

GENERAL OBLIGATIONS OF THE DESIGN-BUILDER

The Design-Builder, in addition to all other requirements of the Contract Documents, shall:

(1) Obtain and pay the cost of obtaining all Governmental Approvals including Governmental Approvals required to implement any approved ATC(s) incorporated into the Contract Documents;

(2) Obtain and pay the cost of obtaining any third party approvals required to implement any approved ATC(s) incorporated into the Contract Documents; and

(3) Unless otherwise noted in the Contract, be responsible for all costs and/or delays of any nature associated with the implementation of any approved ATC incorporated into the Contract Documents.

MATTERS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR CHANGE ORDERS

The Design-Builder acknowledges and agrees that no increase in the Contract Price is available except in circumstances expressly provided for in the Contract, and that the Design-Builder shall bear full responsibility for the costs of all other changes as a result of any approved ATCs. Matters which are the Design-Builder's exclusive responsibility include but are not limited to the following:

(1) Delays in obtaining or failure to obtain any third party approvals required to implement any approved ATCs incorporated into the Contract Documents;

(2) Unless noted otherwise in the Contract, any increases in costs or time incurred implementing an ATC.

PART 2 PROJECT EXECUTION

2.1 GENERAL

a. Project work will be accomplished via award of project-specific solicitations that will include project specific performance criteria to convey the unique aspects of the project. All task orders shall be awarded as firm fixed price contracts.

1. Davis-Bacon wage rates apply unless explicitly approved otherwise by the CO; does not apply to A-E services.

2. Provide a construction payment bond as required by the CO.

3. Provide a performance bond as directed by the CO; typical on $100,000 or greater construction projects

2.2 SCOPING VISIT

a. Contractor(s) are recommended to attend a scheduled site visit. This site visit should be used to obtain additional information by the contractor(s) to use to develop their technical cost proposals for the project. Unless otherwise restricted by the project specific SOW the contractor may bring as many representatives to the site visit as required. This will be the contractor’s first and best opportunity to see the project site first hand and talk with station personnel about issues and concerns that may impact the project.

b. If during the site visit it is determined that there is not enough information available or the scope of the project is not defined clearly enough for the contractor(s) to develop a qualified technical cost proposal the Government shall determine if they can collect the information needed in a timely manner. Once the information is gathered it shall be sent to the prospective offerors to continue the Proposal process.

A date for Proposal submission shall be determined if not done so already. If the information cannot be gathered in a timely manner the solicitation shall be terminated. The solicitation may be re-advertised once the Government has acquired all the information required.

2.3 AFTER AWARD/ISSUANCE OF NOTICE TO PROCEED (NTP)

a. The Contractor shall submit the documents listed in this section for approval within 14 days following the issuing of the NTP.

1. Project Schedule. List the principal project tasks in rough chronological order and show the duration (number of days) anticipated start and end time dates for each task. Update the schedule to indicate planned verses actual accomplishments as the project progresses. Such outlines and revisions shall be in sufficient detail to enable the COR to judge as to the adequacy of the Contractor's operations and to anticipate such conditions as may tend to impair or retard the progress and completion of the work.

2. Single Point-of-Contact: Designate in writing, the Contractor’s single point-of-contact for the project, typically the Project Manager who will see the project through from design to end of construction. Submit the contact name, email, mailing, address and telephone number(s) to the CO and COR.

3. List of Key Project Personnel and their responsibilities.

4. List of Subcontractors and their responsibilities.

5. Schedule of Values and Payment Schedule: The Contractor shall furnish the COR a detailed payment schedule. This schedule shall be based upon the Schedule of Values with sufficient detail to allow accurate calculation of the monthly progress payments. Planning, permitting, testing, field investigation and surveying shall be broken out separately. All the previous elements as well as design items shall be broken down into percentage completion. Lump sum items for construction shall be broken down into their component parts, i.e., mobilization, bond and insurance, excavation, backfill, forming, metalwork, concrete work, framing, roofing, etc. with a cost figure for each. The list of component parts would vary depending upon the type of contract and the above list shall not be construed as complete or incomplete.

2.4 TECHNICAL PROCEDURES

a. General: Comply with the requirements contained in this document when applicable unless explicitly indicated otherwise in the project-specific SOW.

1. If not already known, obtain the name of a engineering point-of-contact person from the Contracting Officer at the onset of a project.

b. Drawing Number Assignment & Drafting Standards:

1. If not already known, obtain the project drawing number assignment from the Government Engineering contact person.

2. Obtain and comply with the current Government AutoCAD drafting standards & template sheets obtained from the COR. A separate email with instructions can be provided with this information.

3. Any project located near any non-DOI lands or that entails third party easements shall contain a drawing sheet(s) that clearly shows the land ownership and easement / rights-of-ways boundaries, and entity name overlaid with the proposed Work.

4. Annotate the drawing cover sheet (or general notes sheet of each principal discipline) to indicate the project-specific design standards, design loads and capacities; such as design wind speed & associated factors, design wind load, snow load, frost depth, design pipe/weir/channel flows, seismic factors, design soil loads, acre-feet of pond water at various x-year storm events, building type and area classifications, floor areas, occupant loads, and similar.

c. Land Ownership and Boundary Surveying: Any boundary survey work associated with DOI or FS projects is within the purview of the DOI or FS Land Surveyor and who ultimately determines the type and extent of any necessary the boundary surveying.

1. Contact the COR for information on land ownership in the project area, including presence of any boundaries, easements, rights of way, etc. affecting the project.

2. Submit all survey to the DOI and/or FS for review by DOI and/or FS surveyors before monumentation and/or construction.

3. Submit any additional documents as may be deemed necessary such as Records of Survey, legal descriptions and sketches.

4. Protect all permanent survey monuments from disturbance. If a permanent monument is disturbed, then the Contractor is responsible for the cost to have the monument promptly reset and process any associated documentation.

d. Topographic Survey: Perform topographic surveys under the direction of a licensed professional (of the state the project is located within).

1. The survey and resultant map/AutoCAD drafting work shall conform to project-specific specifications furnished by the Engineering Land Surveyor.

2. Datum: Typically, the Horizontal Datum will be the appropriate State Plane Coordinate Zone, NAD83 (CORS 96) as derived from the National Geodetic Survey OPUS processing system, and the Vertical Datum will be NAVD88, based on OPUS-derived ellipsoid heights and the Geoid03 (or latest) model, represented by a sufficient number of stable on-site control points.

3. Construction Layout: Set in the field (and show on the construction drawings) the horizontal and vertical control points (with descriptions, coordinates, and elevations) to be used for construction layout. These points shall be readily accessible to and protected from the work.

4. Protect all survey monuments from disturbance. At no additional cost to the Government, the Contractor shall promptly reset any disturbed monuments and process any associated documentation.

e. Accessibility: Comply with the requirements of the ABA (Architectural Barriers Act).

f. Energy: When applicable to the project, comply with energy-conservation, build-GREEN, and similar requirements.

1. To the extent feasible, provide facilities that meet the criteria for “LEED Certified” projects, and incorporate environmentally-friendly materials and methods.

2. Document LEED compliance; consider utilizing a third-party LEED specialty consultant to annotate the LEED checklist concurrent with the design process to audit the project and document compliance.

3. Where feasible, provide alternative energy sources such as solar-thermal, photovoltaic, and/or and wind.

4. Provide cumulative recording meters on power panels, water mains, pipes supplying propane, natural gas, diesel gasoline or similar fuel; pump & motor run hours & number of operation cycles.

5. Any motors and owner-owned transformers shall be rated as high-efficiency.

6. Structures with mechanical HVAC systems shall be highly energy efficient; typically well sealed against air leaks, well insulated, and as appropriate provide timer switches, motion sensors, and daylight switches.

g. Safety: Perform code reviews and ensure the design & construction complies with but not limited to the current edition of the federal and state OSHA safety requirements, applicable bridge & dam safety regulations, National Fire Protection Association 101 Life Safety Code, National Electrical Code, International Plumbing Code, International Building Code, International Mechanical Code, National Gas Code, and similar model codes.

1. If the code provisions conflict, the more stringent code provision shall govern. In any instances where the drawings and specifications do not specify explicit materials or methods, then perform the work in accordance with the minimum requirements of the code applicable to the work.

2. Annotate and submit (to the COR) any applicable Government safety check lists.

3. For dam projects, identify the appropriate dam classification /category.

4. Submit the findings of any code reviews.

5. Submit a construction safety plan for each project.

6. Submit a dive plan for any underwater work.

7. Submit confined space entry plan for any permit-required confined space work.

h. Permit Applications & Supporting Documents (Environmental, Cultural Resource Clearance, Utility Companies, Local Building Departments, and Similar): Unless explicitly agreed to otherwise by the Government, identify, annotate, and prepare permit application for Government signature complete with supporting documents (permit drawings, narratives, biological assessments, and similar).

1. The project price range includes the cost of any permit fees when part of the Scope of

Work.

2. Unless agreed otherwise, the Contractor shall submit permit applications as the Agent of the DOI or FS, and regularly correspond with the permitting/utility/similar entity to monitor permit status and satisfy any requests for clarifications or additional information.

3. Cultural Clearances: If not otherwise performed by the Government, obtain the services of a cultural resource evaluation specialist (approved by Government Cultural Resources division) to perform any necessary cultural evaluation field work, report/application preparation (including supporting documents), and submit the documents to the Government Cultural Resources division for processing through the State/Tribe regulatory entity

4. Initiate contact with the environmental regulator agencies, utility companies, and similar entities as early as feasible (and typically no later than that the end of the 35% Schematic Design).

5. Submit any permit applications and supporting documents as early as feasible;

typically no later than the end of the 65% Design Development.

6. Regularly communicate with the permitting entities and provide addition information as may be necessary to the satisfaction of the permitting entity.

7. The Contractor shall electronically copy (same day) all third-party permit communications (meetings, emails, telephone highlights, written correspondence) to the COR. The contractor shall clearly indicate if the communication copy is “Government Action Required” or is “Information Only- No Action Required.”

8. Status: Report the status of any permit applications (involving the environmental regulator agencies, utility companies, and similar entities) at each major design submittal as more often as merited.

9. Comply fully with the requirements of any resulting permits.

2.5 SUBMITTALS (Recommended Procedures)

a. Obtain an electronic submittal transmittal sheet from the COR. Include with each submittal a project-specific submittal transmittal sheet; electronic MS Word preferred.

b. Except as indicated below, transmit project-specific submittals electronically to the COR.

1. Deliver any color renderings, samples, finish samples, and mock ups directly to the

COR.

2. Principal Progress Reviews: Distribute electronic pdf files of any drawings, specifications, reports, renderings, and similar to the COR; working copies preferred (rather than formal presentation documents) unless agreed otherwise. For the 100% drawings, both .pdf and .dwg (ACAD, current version, shall be required. Also final drawings shall have signature blocks for Engineer of Record (PE and stamp), Regional Engineer, Forest Engineer, Forest Supervisor and District Ranger as required in the FS CAD standards.

3. Mail full size paper-copy of the 100% final construction drawings, and specifications to the COR as required in SOW.

4. Submit cost proposals as pdf and /or spreadsheets to the CO and/or COR as directed.

5. Submit electronic pdf copies of any sampling & testing reports, quality control reports, inspection documents to the Engineering contact person same business day.

6. Record highlights of any design/construction meetings and conference calls, and email the notes to the CO and COR.

c. Unless approved otherwise, submittals shall be electronic pdf file format.

1. Individual sheets shall be combined into an pdf file and transmitted via ftp site or email.

2. Drawing sets too large for ftp may be delivered on memory stick (thumb drive).

ci. Permit Applications:

1. Route draft applications electronically for review.

2. Deliver final original paper copy permit application to the Government designated contact signature via mail cii. Report & Specification Format:

1. Sheets 8.5” wide x 11” tall, 0.6” minimum margins, Times New Roman 11-point font.

2. Select sheets in geotechnical reports and drawings may be 8.5” x 14” and/or 11”x17.”

3. Covers front & back, spiral bound.

4. If hard copy, 20 pound minimum bond white recycled paper, five copies if hard copy submittal.

2.6 DESIGN WORKSHOP MEETING

After a Contract is awarded and the Notice to Proceed has been issued the Design- Builder shall meet with Government representatives to discuss and resolve any remaining questions and issues generated from the conceptual design submittal that was part of the proposal package. Normally this meeting is held at the station where the project is and is attended by key personnel from the Design/Builder’s team, the Government team and any other important stakeholders. The primary purpose of the meeting is to allow the team members to meet and discuss the project in depth. This is when the Design/Builder gathers all of the critical information needed to develop and refine the concept-alternative so that it can begin to move forward to the next phase of the process. Unless otherwise permitted, the design professionals on the Design/Builder’s team shall be state licensed in the discipline required to properly execute and complete the design.

2.7 DESIGN DEVELOPMENT AND REVIEWS

a. Design development and review details will be provided with each project specific contract SOWs.

2.8 GENERAL CONSTRUCTION REQUIRMENTS

a. Contractor shall provide supervision, labor, materials, equipment, tools, construction equipment and machinery, inspection, testing, start-up, water, heat, utilities, transportation, and other facilities and services necessary for proper execution and completion of the Work, whether temporary or permanent and whether or not incorporated or to be incorporated in the Work.

b. Security: Effectively secure the work site, staging areas, and materials storage areas.

c. Diligence: Perform all construction activities efficiently and with the requisite expertise, skill, and competence to satisfy the requirements of the Contract Documents. Contractor shall at all times exercise complete and exclusive control over the means, methods, sequences, and techniques of construction.

d. Supervision: Any time onsite work is underway, provide an onsite Project Manager or Project Superintendent who has a good working knowledge of the project work. Project Superintendent or Manager shall be designated in writing with authorities listed.

e. Subcontractors: Utilize general contractors and specialty subcontractors who are duly licensed and well qualified to perform the Work consistent with the Contract Documents; Government may reasonably object to Contractor's proposed selection of workers and business entities.

f. Other Contractors: Coordinate and cooperate with any other contractors working at the project site.

g. Government Operations: Schedule and coordinate construction activities so as not to unduly impact ongoing operations; Government operations have precedence over the construction activities.

2.9 CONSTRUCTION SAFETY

a. The Contractor shall have the ultimate responsibility for health and safety on the project site at all times, from issuance of the Notice to Proceed until final completion and acceptance of the project by the Contracting Officer.

b. The Contractor is responsible for ensuring that all onsite activities, equipment, and facilities constructed by the Contractor, subcontractor, or supplier conform fully to the standards of the Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 29 CFR 1926 and 1910; and DOI policies.

c. Comply with all applicable Federal, State and local safety requirements. In the event where any safety standard referenced herein conflicts with another, the more stringent shall govern.

d. Initiate and maintain, throughout the performance of this contract, an effective health and safety program that provides adequate policies, procedures, and practices to protect workers from (and allow them to recognize) job-related health and safety hazards.

1. The program shall include provisions for the identification, evaluation, prevention and control of general work site hazards, specific job hazards, and potential hazards that may arise from foreseeable construction methods and conditions, as well as providing a competent person to conduct frequent and regular inspections.

2. Each employee (Contractor or subcontractor) must be instructed in the recognition and avoidance of unsafe conditions and the regulations applicable to the work environment.

e. Provide barricades and warning devices as necessary to safeguard the public, workers, and government personnel. Where project work affects public roads, provide signage in accordance with the current edition of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) as published by the US Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration.

f. Rollover Protection and Seat Belts: In addition to the Safety and Health requirements of clause

Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 52.236-13 of Part 2, Section I of this Contract, rollover protection and seat belts required by 29CFR 1926 (OSHA) shall be extended to include equipment regardless of the year of manufacturer.

2.10 COMPLIANCE DOCUMENTATION

a. The Contractor shall (during normal working hours throughout the duration of the contract) promptly furnish information, and provide reasonable facilities & access for obtaining information respecting: the character of the materials, condition of the work-in- progress, number of workers employed, their pay rate, time worked, inspection reports and test results from sampling and testing laboratories, and similar information

2.11 CONSTRUCTION QUALITY CONTROL (CQC)

a. Designate in writing a single person to oversee and manage on site quality control activities.

b. The Contractor is responsible for quality control of all project work including any sub-contracted work, and to submit thorough documentation that work fully complies with the construction documents and project permits.

c. Quality control processes include but are not limited to proactively:

1. Executing the project Construction Quality Control Plan.

2. Ensuring compliance with the construction documents and project permits.

3. Managing specialty subcontractors

4. Reviewing and processing samples, mock ups, shop drawings, and other construction submittals.

5. Ensuring that the workers have the…