Amendment A00001 - 127EAW25R0028 - Chilao Campground Complex - Water System Rehabilitation.pdf

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 items 8 and 15, and returning or (c) By separate letter or electronic communication which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT 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.

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not is required to sign this document and return copies to the issuing office.

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

1. CONTRACT ID CODE

3. EFFECTIVE DATE 4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUISITION NUMBER 5. PROJECT NUMBER (If applicable)

7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than Item 6) CODE

STANDARD FORM 30 (REV. 11/2016)

Prescribed by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

FACILITY CODE

10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NUMBER

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers is extended. is not extended.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required) copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted;

13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS.

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NUMBER AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

CHECK ONE A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE CONTRACT ORDER

NUMBER IN ITEM 10A.

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation data, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(b).

C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)

15C. DATE SIGNED 16C. DATE SIGNED

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15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

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16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

(Signature of Contracting Officer)

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2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NUMBER

A00001

6. ISSUED BY

USDA FOREST SERVICE

FIELD PROCUREMENT OPERATIONS (FPO)

PROCUREMENT & PROPERTY SERVICES (PPS)

CONTRACT SERVICE AREA (CSA) 6 – CONSTRUCTION

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (Number, street, county, State and ZIP Code)

Company Name:

SAM UEI:

Address:

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NUMBER

127EAW25R0028

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08/14/2025

9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

07/18/2025

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

Reference Solicitation No: 127EAW25R0028 PROJECT: Chilao Campground Complex - Water System Rehabilitation (GAOA) Angeles National Forest A00001

The purpose of solicitation amendment A00001 is to provide Request For Information (RFI) Responses.

See page 2 and 3 for additional information.

Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.

15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print) 16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

JEREMY B. BEDNER

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Project: Chilao Campground Complex - Water System Rehabilitation (GAOA) Angeles National Forest Solicitation 127EAW25R0028 Amendment A00001

RFI #1 – Do the Superintendent, SSHO and QC Manager need to be 3 separate individuals?

Response: No. One person may serve as the Superintendent, SSHO and QC Manager, provided that the individual possesses the requisite qualifications and competencies for each position.

RFI #2 – 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?

Response: Please review the information in the SOW. The desired start date for the project is Fall 2025, with the aim of completing the majority of the work before winter conditions potentially impact access.

RFI #3 – Please provide the site visit sign in sheet.

Response: The sign-in sheet from the site visit will remain confidential and will not be shared with the public.

RFI #4 – Is there a bulk water fill i.e. a hydrant or water source we can pump from for grading operations in close proximity?

Response: Contractor will be able to use water from the Chilao water system during construction.

Contractor can pull from the system and tanks when connected or further north during the construction.

RFI #5 - Does this project require phasing?

Response: Yes phasing of the project is covered under Factor 4 of the technical proposal. Minimizing impact to the fire station personnel in terms of water and road access is a component of this item.

RFI #6 - Please provide a lay down/staging area for construction.

Response: Contractor may use areas within the Chilao Picnic Day Use Area (34.32639912550798, - 118.00748115789897). Contractor will need to propose/request any additional space to the CO/COR.

RFI #7 - Can we shut down roadway access or do we need to maintain one lane for travel?

Response: Contractor shall submit request to CO and COR to request site be closed to public for duration of project if desired. District Ranger approval will be required. There may also be a need to allow emergency services to respond to the general area, the Chilao Fire Station is typically staffed until December. The selected contractor will need to communicate needs and coordinate through the COR.

RFI #8 - Is there an anticipated start date?

Response: Please review the information in the SOW. The desired start date for the project is Fall 2025.

RFI #9 - Is testing required?

Response: Testing is required per the attachment 5 Chilao Campground Complex – Water System Rehabilitation Contract Specifications and per FP-14 for road work items.

RFI #10 - Is surveying required?

Response: Contractor surveying may be needed for contractor to stake waterline and road work items such as the rolling dips to ensure proper drainage to existing features. Contractor surveying is required as needed in FP-14 specs for road work items. Contractor should be aware of FP-14 Line items and their reference to Section 152 Construction Survey and Staking.

RFI #11 - Are inspections to be provided by the contractor (for silt fencing)?

Response: Per the mitigation measures (Attachment 8), contractor is responsible to implement sediment control practices for this project. Contractor needs to maintain these sediment control practices and inspect as needed to ensure proper functionality.

Project: Chilao Campground Complex - Water System Rehabilitation (GAOA) Angeles National Forest Solicitation 127EAW25R0028 Amendment A00001

RFI #12 - Is an SWPPP required?

Response: Yes contractor should coordinate with the Forest Service as the owner to submit required information to Stormwater Multiple Application and Reporting Tracking System (SMARTS). Application fees will be paid by the contractor.

RFI #13 - Is silt fencing required on both sides of the roadway for the entirety of the scope?

Response: Silt fence or other sediment control devices shall be used when there is material exposed that could present erosional issues. If there are hard surfaces still in-tact sediment control is not required.

RFI #14 – Can you share the plan holders list?

Response: The Forest Service does not maintain a plan holders list for this project.

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