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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 electronic communication which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGEMENT TO BE

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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.

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BILLINGS MT 59101

5001 SOUTHGATE DR.

BLM MT STATE OFC(MT935)

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BILLINGS MT 59101

5001 SOUTHGATE DR.

BLM MT-STATE OFC(MT935)

08/19/20250004

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Period of Performance: 09/15/2025 to 11/30/2026

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Jorge Alvarez

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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 .

Project Description: GAOA Chain of Lakes Potable Water System Replacement Solicitation No. 140L3625R0012

Description of Changes - This amendment incorporates the following information:

1. The Government is providing one new Question received from an interested offeror and the associated Answer provided by the Government.

2. The period of performance start date is also changing to start at the earliest 15 September 2025.

Acknowledgement - See Block 11 above regarding how to acknowledge this amendment. The Government must receive the acknowledgement at the place designated for receipt of offers (See Block 8 of the Standard Form 1442).

Third Party – If you have given a copy of the solicitation to someone else, please forward this amendment accordingly.

Project Description: GAOA Chain of Lakes Potable Water System Replacement Solicitation No. 140L3625R0012

Questions and Answers New Question:

We were preparing our price sheet and have discovered a discrepancy in the excavation and pipe LF for the Devil's Elbow/Clark Bay section as well as the White Sandy Section.

Devil's Elbow/Clark Bay:

Trench excavation is listed at 3300 LF HDPE Pipe is listed at 4700 LF

White Sandy:

Trench excavation is listed at 2700 LF HDPE Pipe is listed at 2800 LF

Can you please confirm which LF is correct so we can accurately capture our pricing?

Government Response:

The difference in trench excavation linear footage and the HDPE pipe linear footage at the sites was my attempt at estimating where we could utilize common trenches for different “loop” lines. So, that “missing footage” for trenching is the number of linear feet I expect to run 2 or more lines in one trench.

If the contractor chooses to use the plow-in method for installation, the linear footage of “trench” and total pipe would be the same, as you (at least to my knowledge) cannot install multiple lines in the same pass with a plow-in method.

• To clarify, the flow rates for each system is:

o Devil’s Elbow – 35 GPM o Clark’s Bay – 15 GPM o White Sandy – 25 GPM o Holter Lake – 20 GPM o Log Gulch – 20 GPM

RFI Number: 1

Date Submitted: 08/07/2025

Specification / Drawing Reference: Section 2.01; Part B

Subject: Irrigation service lines from valves

Question/Description of Request: It states that all distribution and irrigation lines shall be 1-1/4” HDPE 4710 DR-13.5-160 psi, but then on page 32, 33 & 34 it states that all lines have to be PVC. Looking for clarification as to whether the system can be built using poly lines or if they have to be PVC. Also looking for clarification on what size(s) the pipes need to be

The above is a change from the original scope of work or blueprint: YES NO

RESPONSE

Project Description: GAOA Chain of Lakes Potable Water System Replacement Solicitation No. 140L3625R0012

Engineer / Owner Response:

All potable water lines: 4710 DR 13.5 HDPE, 1-1/4”

All Irrigation lines- PE (poly) pipe rated to 100 psi

RFI Number: 2

Date Submitted: 08/07/2025

Specification / Drawing Reference: 3.3 Trench Excavation; Section 02221-5; 3.B.1.a

Subject: Trenching and Backfilling requirements

Question/Description of Request: During the pre-bid site meeting, the engineer stated that trenching and/or line pulling may be used as an alternative to standard open cuts, but the specs call out that open cuts are required. In order to properly bid this project, we are requesting to know if alternative methods are acceptable, or if the open cut is required.

The above is a change from the original scope of work or blueprint: YES NO

RESPONSE

Engineer / Owner Response:

Open trenching, boring or plow-in place (ripping) of pipe will be allowed. If using plow-in place is utilized as a method, see below:

HDPE pipelines may be placed by plow-in equipment if soils are fine grained or granular and free of bedrock, large angular rocks and boulders. Utilize other installation methods if soil conditions exist that prohibit the proper installation of the pipe. During installation, minimize thermal stresses and exposure of pipe to excessive heat. Utilize equipment specifically designed for plow-in place installation with a throat at least 0.5 inches larger than the conduit size. Throat and shoe assembly shall be designed and operated so no scuffing of the pipe occurs.

RFI Number: 3

Date Submitted: 08/07/2025

Specification / Drawing Reference: 3.3 Trench Excavation; Section 02221-5; 3.B.1.a

Subject: Backfilling requirements

Question/Description of Request: During the pre-bid site meeting, the engineer stated that the use of native material would be allowed, and even encouraged, for the backfilling of trenches. The specs specify the requirement of imported material. In order to properly bid this project, we are requesting clarification as to whether or not native material may be used for backfilling.

Project Description: GAOA Chain of Lakes Potable Water System Replacement Solicitation No. 140L3625R0012

Engineer / Owner Response:

Native material should be prioritized for use as backfill unless the makeup of the native material is deemed unfit (excessive rocks or organic material) by the COR. If material is deemed unfit, imported backfill shall be used.

RFI Number: 4

Date Submitted: 08/07/2025

Specification / Drawing Reference: Section F; 52.211-10 Commencement, Prosecution, and Completion of Work

Subject: Liquidated Damages/Penalties

Question/Description of Request: Is there a determined cost for any penalties if the work for unforeseen reasons was not completed by the specified completion date of 11/30/2026?

The above is a change from the original scope of work or blueprint: YES NO

RESPONSE

Contracting Officer Response:

There are not predetermined cost or penalties for noncompletion by 11/30/2026. If it is the Contractors fault, the consideration provided to the Government for a contract extension will need to be fair and reasonable before its approval. If the delay is caused by any of the excusable delays mention in FAR 52.249-10, a fair extension will be granted at no cost. If an unforeseen change occurs to the contract, a fair extension will be provided by FAR 52.243-4.

RFI Number: 5

Date Submitted: 08/07/2025

Specification / Drawing Reference: Section G: Contract Administration Data; G-1

Subject: Liquidated Damages/Penalties

Question/Description of Request: Does this contract require a percentage of the total contract amount to be withheld as retainage until project completion and final acceptance? If so, please specify the retainage percentage, terms of release, and whether partial retainage may be released upon substantial completion or milestone completion.

Project Description: GAOA Chain of Lakes Potable Water System Replacement Solicitation No. 140L3625R0012

Contracting Officer Response:

Yes. Your question is handled by FAR 52.232-5.

RFI Number: 6

Date Submitted: 08/07/2025

Specification / Drawing Reference: Section L-15 Proposal Submittal; L-17(a) Past Performance & L-17(c)

Subject: Subcontractor Past Performance and Performance Questionnaire

Question/Description of Request: L-17(a) specifies that subcontractors shall also provide a Past Performance Report. Is that to be submitted with Primary Contractor’s Proposal, and if so, will be included in the maximum 10 page Volume specification? In L-17(c) it does not specify that subcontractors need to request past performance questionnaires, so requesting clarification if they are only required to submit a report, or if they need to request performance questionnaires as well.

The above is a change from the original scope of work or blueprint: YES NO

RESPONSE

Contracting Officer Response:

There is only the Primary Contractor’s Proposal. Therefore, the offeror is limited to the 10 pages. If an offeror intends to utilize subcontractors to perform any of the major components of work, all the requested information must be provided for each proposed subcontractor. Then specific information is mentioned in L-17(a). Past Performance Questionnaires from subcontractors will not be accepted.