AMENDMENT_3_08222019_-_RFIs_-_RFP_1291S819R0028.pdf

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT 1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

1 11

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NUMBER

A0003

3. EFFECTIVE DATE

08/22/2019

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

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

USDA FOREST SERVICE

PACIFIC SOUTHWEST REGION

1323 CLUB DRIVE

VALLEJO, CA 94592-1110

SAME AS ITEM 6.

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (Number, street, county, State and ZIP Code) (X) 9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NUMBER

1291S819R0028

9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

07/26/2019

10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NUMBER

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

CODE FACILITY CODE

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.

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 1 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 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.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required)

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)

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not is required to sign this document and return 1 copies to the issuing office.

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

Amendment 3 (A0003) is for the following:

1. Providing responses for RFIs 1-57. See continuation pages 2-11. Section I replacement page 26 attached.

2. Providing additional version of 100% CD Drawings Sheets S1.0-4, S2.0, S3.0-2, S4.0-1. Previous CD Drawings (attachment 1) may have errors with viewing. Attached pages of 100% CD Drawing Sheets resolves the issue. Included as RFP Attachment 6. Section J replacement page 28 attached.

The offer due date/time is unchanged. Offers are due NLT Monday, August 26, 2019, 3pm/1500 PST.

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 Bedner, Contracting Officer

15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR 15C. DATE SIGNED 16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

(Signature of Contracting Officer)

16C. DATE SIGNED

08/22/2019 (Signature of person authorized to sign)

Previous edition unusable STANDARD FORM 30 (REV. 11/2016) prescribed by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

AMENDMENT A0003 08/22/2019

RFP 1291S819R0028

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The following are responses to Request for Information [RFIs] 1-58 received for this solicitation:

1. Is the pricing portion of the project awarded based on the value of the Base Bid or will the project be awarded based on the sum of the Base Bid and the Alternative Bid Items?

ANSWER: Pricing proposal will be evaluated based on the base bid total, alternative bid items total, and sum of the two.

2. If an Alternative Bid item is awarded; will it be awarded at the same time as the Base Bid or can it be awarded at a later date?

ANSWER: Alternative Bid Items may be awarded at the time of Base Bid OR at a later date as option exercise

3. Are as-built drawings and documents available for use prior to bid?

ANSWER: No. 100% Construction Documents, drawings and specifications, shall be utilized.

4. Will 100% “For Construction” documents be issued prior to the bid date to replace the current 95% specifications and drawings?

ANSWER: Yes. 100% Construction Documents, drawings and specifications, were provided with Amendment 2 (A0002) dated 08/15/2019.

5. Are there any known changes between the 95% documents currently provided and the 100% For Construction documents?

ANSWER: Refer to 100% Construction Documents. Changes from 95% to 100% are indicated.

6. Is it permissible for the Contractor to work four (4) – 10 hour days (Monday thru Thursday) in lieu of five (5) – 8 hour days?

ANSWER: Yes. Four (4) 10-hour days are permissible.

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7. Reference is made to specification section 01 10 00, paragraph 1.02.B regarding the availability of over-night camping. Is this an option that is available for the Contractor – is over-night camping provided?

ANSWER: Overnight camping at the project site will not be permitted. Adequate camping opportunities exist off-site and near the project site.

8. Is there a current assessment for Liquidated Damages on this project should the Contractor exceed the 180 calendar day performance period?

ANSWER: No. An assessment of Liquidated Damages - IAW FAR Clause 52.211-12 -- Liquidated Damages-Construction (Sept 2000) - is not included in the contract

9. When does the USDA anticipate issuing Notice to Proceed for this project?

ANSWER: The NTP is estimated to be issued within 1-2 months post-award.

10. Reference is made to the existing trailers that are scheduled to be demolished. Have these trailers been tested for hazardous materials and are they considered to be free of any hazardous materials? If no, is there a hazardous materials report available for bidding purposes?

ANSWER: No. Hazardous Materials Assessment shall be the responsibility of the awarded contractor.

11. The drawings indicate that the boulders are to be locally sourced from the Ranger Station – how far from the site is the source of the boulders?

ANSWER: Landscaping, including boulders, is not a requirement of this contract.

12. If the USDA elects to award Alternate #A1 - There appears to be specifications for the Mobile Storage Shelving Units – but here does not appear to be any specifications for the rest of the systems furniture, office cubicles, loose furniture and high density storage. Is there a specific requirement for these items? Can the USDA provide cut sheets / specifications for the furniture, fixtures and equipment requirements?

ANSWER: Specifications are located in 100% construction specifications sections 12 51 00 and 12 59 00.

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13. Are the furniture, fixtures, and equipment able to be purchased thru a GSA account?

ANSWER: No. Use of GSA account for supply item purchase is not authorized by the Government.

Government shall not facilitate contractor use of GSA schedules/pricing for supply purchases for this contract. Only authorized on cost reimbursement contracts IAW FAR 52.101. This contract shall be firm-fixed-price. Contractor has discretion/option to utilize GSA contracts/schedules for supply purchasing purposes on an open-market basis.

14. If Alternate #A1 is not awarded – the Contractor will still need to have the specific work station requirements for the electrical and communications tie-ins. Can this information be provided?

ANSWER: Yes, this information will be made available to the contractor.

15. Drawings for restrooms. Are HAND DRYERS included (or only paper tower dispensers)?

ANSWER: No hand dryers are included in this project. Refer to 100% construction drawings sheet A9.1 for restroom elevations and accessories.

16. Sht A9.5 Detail 1 new ceiling wood paneling see sht A8.1. No specification on materials to be used.

ANSWER: Refer to 100% construction specifications, section 09 54 26 -Linear Wood Ceilings

17. The new walls being built, which one’s are fire walls if any.

ANSWER: Fire walls are not required. A and B occupancies are non-separated occupancy in accordance with IBC 508.3 and corridors not required to be fire resistance rated per IBC Table 1020.1 (fire sprinklers are provided).

18. Sht. E2.1 note 9, new fan or existing? No spec if new.

ANSWER: Ceiling fan is new. Refer to sheet A8.1 for specification.

19. Lf of cracks in parking lot?

ANSWER: The quantity of cracks in the existing parking lot have not been measured and will be paid on a lump sum basis.

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20. No specifications on furniture to be provided.

ANSWER: Refer to 100% drawings ID1.1 and ID1.4 (basic descriptions ) and 100% specifications in Sections 12 51 00 and 12 59 00.

21. Sheet A10.6 Screen wall, where is this located on the plan, and the felt is attached to what?

ANSWER: Refer to 100% construction drawings sheets A2.1 and A6.1. Felt panels are attached to the free standing structure as shown on sheet A10.6.

22. Product substitution request. Scranton Products.

ANSWER: Declined. Product substitution not authorized for this project.

23. Impact of weather/snow/fire/other on period of performance, currently 180 days. Road access issues due to snow impact on POP. Will the Gov’t give an allowance of days if unforeseens take place beyond the contractors control ie. Rain, snow, fires, rock slides that block roads, Cal-trans work that blocks roads or exits?

ANSWER: Period of performance may be extended and/or Government provides Stop Work Order.

Site/access issues will not count against POP. Caltrans plows weekly. If roads shut down due to snow, no impact on contract POP. Yes, the Government will provide days - either POP extension or Stop Work Order - if weather or other conditions outside contractor control occur

24. Subcontracting. List (with prices) of proposed subcontractors required to be provided with proposal submission.

ANSWER: No, not required. Optional to include detailed list of proposed subcontractors as part of Technical Approach submission (Factor 3).

25. Area of parking lot extension. Trees, plants, foliage. Does the contractor address (clear/manage)?

ANSWER: Clearing and grubbing will be the contractor's responsibility. Contractor will be required to cut and deck timber material for future fuel wood sale by the Government.

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26. Various systems – security alarm, fire alarm, sprinkler system, others.

Must stay on throughout project?

ANSWER: Building systems shall remain on where feasible and when unaffected during other phases of work.

27. Various systems – security alarm, fire alarm, sprinkler system, others.

Name of service maintenance provider and manufacturer.

ANSWER: Current service provider for the security and fire alarm is: All Protection Alarm. The most recent company to service the fire sprinkler system is: Redline Fire Protection at 909-825-3473.

28. Soil removed from parking lot extension. How to address - Gov’t responsibility (wants to keep) or contractor removes?

ANSWER: Contractor will be required to haul excavated material off-site to an existing stockpile area on National Forest land, located off Shay Road in the Baldwin Lake Area (Approximately 10 miles from the project site).

29. In the Specifications section 09 83 19 the Acoustical wall panels were removed from the spec’s. The Acoustical wall panels in the plans were not removed. Have the wall panels been removed from the project?

ANSWER: Acoustical wall panels specifications have been incorporated in 100% specification section 09 51 00 - Acoustical Ceilings

30. Please confirm that the export materials can be stockpiled and left on site or provide an off-site location for the export materials. Drawings indicate approximately 2900 cubic yards of export.

ANSWER: See RFI response to question #28.

31. Reference is made to sheet C1.0 – the parking lot expansion is indicated to be detailed in sheet C1.2

– there is no sheet C1.2 “Grading Plan”. Are we to assume that the reference should be sheet 2.0?

ANSWER: The correct reference sheet should be C2.0.

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32. Is there an on-site disposal site for the tree and ground cover debris generated by the RV parking area site clearing and grading?

ANSWER: Refer to RFI question #25. All other ground cover debris will be the contractor's responsibility to haul and dispose of off National Forest land.

33. Are the foundations for the existing modular buildings to be demolished? If so, what do the foundations consist of?

ANSWER: The existing modular building foundations consist of steel piers with wood bases.

34. Is it acceptable to cap off the existing utilities for the modular buildings (to be demolished) within 5 foot of the building footprint – if not where are the existing utility services to be terminated?

ANSWER: Water, gas, and communications utilities shall be capped below grade and may be located within 5 feet of the existing building footprint. Electrical feeders shall be disconnected and removed to the service provider's infrastructure.

35. Part 2 – Contract Clauses lists I.3 FAR 52.236-1 PERFORMANCE OF WORK BY THE CONTRACTOR (APR 1984)

“The Contractor shall perform on the site, and with its own organization, work equivalent to at least FIFTY (50) percent of the total amount of work to be performed under the contract. This percentage may be reduced by a supplemental agreement to this contract if, during performing the work, the Contractor requests a reduction and the Contracting Officer determines that the reduction would be to the advantage of the Government.” This is normal for a civil project such as a road or a park, but is completely impossible on a building project, particularly a remodel project. At best, the contractor can attain 15-20%.

ANSWER: CO confirms 15% is correct performance of work by contract IAW 52.236-1. RFP is hereby revised. RFP Section I replacement page 26 of 45 attached.

36. Is it possible to have the communication building opened and have someone take pictures of the equipment? This is where the fiber optic cable will run from to the fire station and up the hill to employee.

ANSWER: Communications room was opened during the prebid walk-through for attendees to inspect and photograph. Please email COR if you need photos of the Fire Riser/Elec. Room #128.

37. What company is responsible for dumpster? Maintaining and dumping at the lodge.

ANSWER: Big Bear Disposal

38. Can you tell me if there is a need for furnished swing space during the renovation project listed below?

ANSWER: The Government is planning to move the front desk operations to the Resource and Education Center while the facility is under remodel. All other areas of the building will be vacant.

39. Is the refrigerator shown as Note 6 on drawing A3.1 Contractor furnished – if so what are the specification requirements? Is the refrigerator part of the Base bid?

ANSWER: The refrigerator is not included in the contract.

40. Per the Amendment Number 2 the specification for the Acoustical Wall Panels was deleted from the contract – yet the acoustical wall panels are still shown on drawing A6.2. Are these panels still part of the contract requirements?

ANSWER: Yes. See RFI response to question #29.

41. Please confirm that the Information Desk shown on 1D1.1 and 1D1.5 is part of the Base Bid. The Room Finish Schedule does not identify that Room 104 has new cabinets and countertops. Also, this casework does not appear to be detailed in the Architectural drawings.

ANSWER: The information desk is part of the base bid. Refer to 100% drawing sheets ID1.2 and

ID1.5.

42. Missing dimensioned floor plans and elevations for the High-Density Storage System in RM 109

ANSWER: The information desk is part of the base bid. Refer to 100% drawing sheets ID1.2 and ID1.5.

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43. ID1.1 Furniture Notes - reads "Furniture to be installed by USFS. Provide Add Alternate Bid Item for Modular furniture / Workstations & High-Density Storage to be furnished & installed by Prime Contractor. Please Clarify

ANSWER: Refer to 100% construction drawing sheet ID1.1 "Furniture Notes" for clarification.

44. Who is the current maintenance company for the fire alarm/sprinkler system?

ANSWER: Various maintenance companies have been used in recent years. The most recent company to service the fire sprinkler system is: Redline Fire Protection at 909-825-3473.

45. Due to the potential award date discussed at the site walk, would the gov. consider extending the project duration?

ANSWER: Granting of an extension of contract time must be reasonably justified and will be at the Contracting Officer's discretion.

46. What are the allowed work days and hours for this project?

ANSWER: Negotiable. The Government would like to maintain a front desk in the Resource and Education Center and keep public restrooms open during construction.

47. Does the contractor have to provide a traffic control plan for this project?

ANSWER: No, however compliance with safety plan requirements (section H.1 of the RFP), as well as specification section 01 50 00 - Temporary Facilities and Controls are required.

48. What is the duration for the Government to respond to submittals post award? What is the duration for the Government to respond to RFIs post-award?

ANSWER: Submittals – depends on the submittal. The contract should indicate the Government response time per submittal. RFIs – typically maximum 48 hours.

49. Please confirm PPQ forms from any government entity is acceptable if fully filled out.

ANSWER: Confirming PPQ form from any Government agency are acceptable if filled out/completed.

Also see page 40 "Alternate formats/substitutes for the PPQ Attachment 5 may be submitted and shall be considered acceptable provided the format, general contract/project information requested, factors and ratings are similar to the PPQ included in this solicitation"

50. LINEAR WOOD CEILING (Sheet A-8.1 Note #13)

a. Provide details about Metal grid FYI: We could do Uni-Channel

b. Fasteners required; Size, and Type, Blind or Surface fastening, Priming back or entire board(s)

c. Provide Grade, Species, Primarily milling and any special millings i.e. Kerf Cuts, Eased Edges etc.

d. Any post installation protection i.e. surfaced wrapped for protection?

ANSWER: Refer to specification 09 54 26 - Linear Wood Ceilings

51. What do we do with the spoils/dirt that will be removed for expansion of RV parking lot and extension of patio? Do we need to haul off the mountain and dispose of it? Or is there a stockpile we can use?

ANSWER: See RFI response to question #28.

52. I.3 FAR 52.236-1 PERFORMANCE OF WORK BY THE CONTRACTOR (APR 1984) The Contractor shall perform on the site, and with its own organization, work equivalent to at least FIFTY (50) percent of the total amount of work to be performed under the contract. RFI: Is this referring to dollar amount or actual work on site?

ANSWER: Percentage refers to on-site work performance. Percentage has been revised to FIFTEEN (15). See RFI 35.

53. How large will the laydown yard be? Will we be able to have a minimum of 3 conex’s storage in it for i.e. tools, materials and for subcontractors.

ANSWER: Staging/laydown area size is negotiable. Part of the upper parking area may be used as a laydown yard/staging area.

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54. As a technical solution for the fiber cable going to the fire station; Can we go overhead with required support on existing power lines and poles? Then go underground to the pull box at the top of the hill and remaining distance would be underground to the fire station and to modular building.

ANSWER:

This work item has been removed from the base bid and is now an additive bid item (A4). Please bid on the work as shown on the drawings and specifications. RFP Section B replacement pages 4-5 of 45 attached.

55. Is there an existing Asbestos report on file? Or are we responsible to hire a survey company and do an asbestos and lead paint survey for the areas to be renovated approximately 6,600sf?

ANSWER: The Big Bear Discovery Center initial construction was completed in 1998. There is no requirement to perform asbestos or lead surveys.

56. The trees that will be demolished to enlarge the RV parking area; Can we use a chipper on site for ease of disposal?

ANSWER: See RFI response to question #25. A chipper will be permitted for tree material unsuitable as fuel wood. Wood chips shall be spread over newly disturbed areas as ground cover.

57. Can we get a picture of the inside of the electrical/communications building where the fiber will be ran from? The door was locked at the site visit.

ANSWER: See RFI response to question #36.

AMENDMENT 3

REPLACEMENT PAGE 25 of 45

MOUNTAINTOP RANGER DISTRICT, SAN BERNARDINO NATIONAL FOREST

I.2 FAR 52.252-6 AUTHORIZED DEVIATIONS IN CLAUSES (APR 1984)

(a) The use in this solicitation or contract of any Federal Acquisition Regulation (48 CFR Chapter 1) clause with an authorized deviation is indicated by the addition of “(DEVIATION)” after the date of the clause.

(b) The use in this solicitation or contract of any Agriculture Acquisition Regulation (48 CFR Chapter 4) clause with an authorized deviation is indicated by the addition of “(DEVIATION)” after the name of the regulation.

I.3 FAR 52.236-1 PERFORMANCE OF WORK BY THE CONTRACTOR (APR 1984)

The Contractor shall perform on the site, and with its own organization, work equivalent to at least FIFTY (50) FIFTEEN (15) percent of the total amount of work to be performed under the contract. This percentage may be reduced by a supplemental agreement to this contract if, during performing the work, the Contractor requests a reduction and the Contracting Officer determines that the reduction would be to the advantage of the Government.

I.4 AGAR 452.228-71 INSURANCE COVERAGE ALT I (NOV 1996)

Pursuant to FAR clause 52.228-5, Insurance-Work on a Government Installation, the Contractor will be required to present evidence to show, as a minimum, the amounts of insurance coverage indicated below:

(a) Workers Compensation and Employer's Liability. The Contractor is required to comply with applicable Federal and State workers' compensation and occupational disease statutes. If occupational diseases are not compensable under those statutes, they shall be covered under the employer's liability section of the insurance policy, except when contract operations are so commingled with a Contractor's commercial operations that it would not be practical to require this coverage. Employer's liability coverage of at least $100,000 shall be required, except in States with exclusive or monopolistic funds that do not permit worker's compensation to be written by private carriers;

(b) General Liability. The Contractor shall have bodily injury liability insurance coverage written on a comprehensive form of policy of at least $500,000 per occurrence;

(c) Automobile Liability. The Contractor shall have automobile liability insurance written on a comprehensive form of policy.

The policy shall provide for bodily injury and property damage liability covering the operation of all automobiles used in connection with performing the contract. Policies covering automobiles operated in the United States shall provide coverage of at least $200,000 per person and 500,000 per occurrence for bodily injury and $20,000 per occurrence for property damage or loss;

(d) Aircraft Public and Passenger Liability. When aircraft are used in connection with performing the contract, the Contractor shall have aircraft public and passenger liability insurance. Coverage shall be at least $200,000 per person and $500,000 per occurrence for bodily injury, other than passenger injury. Coverage for passenger injury shall be at least $200,000 multiplied by the number of seats or passengers, whichever is greater.

Alternate I (NOV 1996).

Paragraph (b), when additionally the contractor must have property damage liability coverage:

(b) General Liability. (1) The Contractor shall have bodily injury liability coverage written on a comprehensive form of policy

AMENDMENT 3

REPLACEMENT PAGE 27 of 45

MOUNTAINTOP RANGER DISTRICT, SAN BERNARDINO NATIONAL FOREST

PART III – LIST OF DOCUMENTS, EXHIBITS, AND OTHER ATTACHMENT

SECTION J – LIST OF ATTACHMENTS

J-1 LIST OF ATTACHMENTS (AGAR 452.252-70) (FEB 1988)

NUMBER

TITLE PAGES

1 Drawings – 100% Construction Documents 88

2 Specifications – 100% Construction Documents 950

3 Fire Plan 9

4 DOL Construction Wage Rates General Decision Number

CA20190026 05/03/2019

San Bernardino County

5 Past Performance Questionnaire 5

6 100% CDs Drawings, Sheets S1.0-4, S2.0, S3.0-2, S4.0-1 11