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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 telegram which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGEMENT 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 telegram or letter, provided each telegram or letter makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

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VALLEJO CA 94592-1110

1323 CLUB DR

PACIFIC SOUTHWEST REGION

USDA FOREST SERVICE

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13. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO MODIFICATION OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS. IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required) is not extended.is extended, Items 8 and 15, and returning

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

The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers

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

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

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

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

Purpose of this amendment is to issue the RFI answers.

Proposal due May 28, 2019 @ 3:00 PM.

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

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

(Signature of person authorized to sign) (Signature of Contracting Officer)

DANIEL LARA

STANDARD FORM 30 (REV. 10-83)

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FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

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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 .

Trabuco 2019 Hazardous Fuels Reduction Projects

Solicitation Number: 129AB5-19-R-0004

Pre-bid Meeting, May 15, 2019 10AM.

El Cariso Fire Station, 32353 Ortega Hwy, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530.

The following questions were raised by prospective contractors and answered by Forest Service Representatives during the pre-bid field trip:

1. Is the contractor required to cut smaller shrubs, even those of shorter stature like buckwheat?

What about the tall grasses that we currently see?

The contractor requires the removal of approximately 75 percent of the shrubs down to a 4 inch stub height, this may include shrubs of smaller stature like buckwheat. We understand that in some cases the material may be too brittle or soft to cut or that if cut it may be not able to piled. Contractor shall make their best effort to meet contract specifications across each acre.

2. Are the 60 calendar days allotted for both the mandatory and optional units?

No, the current contract time is based off a production rate to complete the mandatory items, if optional items are awarded then additional calendar days would be negotiated with the Contracting Officer based on production rates stated in your technical proposal.

3. Will USFS require one foreman per crew? Or one foreman for the job?

One foreman on project when they are working. If more than one crew, I think as long as there is someone who speaks English with them then that will work.

4. If we have multiple crews in the field, do we need to provide multiple fire spotters? Or is the intent to have crews work in proximity so that one spotter will suffice?

One spotter will suffice given the size of the project. So long as the spotter is checking the areas being worked when specified.

5. Will USFS provide mapping of exclusion zones or solely set flagging in the field in the areas that need to be avoided?

We can provide mapping of the exclusion zones but they will be flagged

6. Are there formal qualifications standards for the required fire control person?

No formal qualifications for the fire patrol so long as they know the process for reporting any fire starts.

7. Will the contractor be required to set up a vehicle wash station to ensure no soil, seeds, vegetative material, or other debris that could contain or hold seeds of noxious weeds?

No was station is required. However compliance with Equipment Cleaning paragraph (pg. 16) of solicitation and subsequent contract. This is a hand work requirement and do not expect equipment that needs to be washed.

8. Does the crew need to wear fire protection clothing or any other PPE?

No additional PPE needed for fire patrol

9. Section C.8-5 lists potential traffic control measures, but can USFS be more specific about the measures which will be necessary along the one-lane road near RC-1?

Traffic control near RC-1 will be minimal as the road leads to a dead end. However, when working on the road they will need appropriate signage. i.e. hazard tree felling ahead, cones if need be, etc

10. Are there any restrictions on moving and handling slash, e.g. when moving slash from slopes or confined areas to flatter or more open areas?

No restrictions on moving slash to flatter or more open areas as long as it is done by hand. No machinery is allowed.