B09_RFQ-QuestionsAndAnswers_L3925Q0016_0001.pdf

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

140L3925Q0016 – Elko Fence Removal

NOTE: Several questions were received that asked the same basic information. In those cases, we are summarizing the question and providing an answer rather than duplicating the question multiple times.

Q1. The SOW mentions both fence installation, removal, and driving posts, but the bid schedule and other documents only refer to removal. Please clarify if this project requires any fence construction/installation.

A1. This project is for fence removal only as stated in Section 1.01A of the Statement of Work. (SOW).

Q2. The SOW refers to wilderness or wilderness study areas. There are no wilderness/study areas that I'm aware of in those immediate areas, was that just a formality?

A2. The language associated with ‘no offroad use in WSAs’ is standard language used. There are no wilderness study areas in this contract.

Q3. Do you have photos of the fencing that needs to be removed?

A3. There are no photos of this specific project fencing available. Interested offerors are encouraged to visit the project site if they would like to see the fence.

Q4. What is the strand count of the fence to be removed? 3-wire, 4-wire, 5-wire, square wire, woven wire, etc.?

A4. These are 3-wire fences. The top two strands are two-point barbed wire, and the bottom strand is smooth wire.

Q5. What is the average spacing of the T-posts over the project?

A5. The average spacing is 16.5 feet or one rod.

Q6. Are all the line posts T-posts or are there wood posts integrated within the fence? If there are other posts then what is the ratio of T-Posts to wood posts?

A6. All the line posts are 5.5-foot steel t-posts.

Q7. What do the corner/ end braces look like? Are they all wood or steel?

A7. All the corners are “Easy Fence” panel construction.

Q8. Are there fence stays and if so, are they metal or wood?

A8. There is one steel fence stay between each 16.5 ft t-post span.

Q9. Approximately how many easy fence panels are there?

A9. Offerors should refer to the maps document, which includes drawings to show fence configurations.

Q10. BLM will be responsible for the unloading of the bundled materials at the Elko Field

Office?

A10. BLM will unload the materials at the office, IF they are bundled per the requirements in the SOW and are accessible with a forklift.

Q11. How far is the Elko BLM office from the jobsite or what is the address where the material will be dropped off?

A11. There are two different project locations. Please refer to the maps included in the solicitation. The materials need to be delivered to the BLM Elko District Office, located at 3900 East Idaho Street, Elko, NV 89801.

Q12. Are the corner/brace posts wood or steel?

A12. The corners are steel Easy Fence Panels and must be returned to the BLM Elko District Office in Elko, NV.

Q13. The maps show cattle guards. Do those need to be removed as well?

A13. No, the cattle guard removal is not part of this requirement. They will be removed by the

BLM.

Q14. Are the two cattle guards salvaged or disposed of?

A14. Cattle guard removal is not part of this requirement. They will be removed by the BLM.

Q15. Is there any concrete to be disposed of or salvaged in regard to the cattle guards? Do you have photos of the existing cattle crossings to be removed?

A15. Cattle guard removal is not part of this requirement. They will be removed by the BLM.

There is no concrete removal required.

Q16. How tall is the fence?

A16. The top wire is approximately 42” from the ground.

Q17. Is it accessible with equipment? (Skid steer) Is there a road by the job?

A17. Most of the terrain is accessible with a skid steer. Interested offerors are encouraged to visit the project site to understand site conditions and access.

Q18. What is the terrain in the area?

A18. The terrain varies. Refer to the provided maps. Interested offerors are encouraged to visit the project site if they would like to see the fence and to satisfy any questions regarding site conditions and access.

Q19. Elko district wants the posts. Do they want them re packaged?

A19. Yes, as stated in the SOW, the t-posts must be bundled in 200 units per bundle

Q20. Will Elko district haul off the posts or is that our responsibility to deliver them?

A20. As stated in the contract the T-Post must be returned to the BLM Office in Elko in bundles of 200.

Q21. I would like to request a site visit for the BLM ELKO DISTRICT FENCE REMOVAL -

2025. A site visit will help us better understand the requirements and develop a comprehensive response to your solicitation. Please let me know the available dates and times for the visit or if there are any specific procedures we should follow to schedule it.

A21. There is no formal site visit scheduled. Interested offerors are encouraged to visit the project site if they would like to see the fence and to satisfy any questions regarding site conditions and access.

Q22. Our team was looking at the Topo maps and the coordinates that were given and the locations are not matching up? it shows the coordinates given for the Frazier location off of the Deeth Oneil Rd just northeast of Elko but the Topo map shows the location near Midas. The Goose creek coordinates are taking us into Utah, but the topo map shows it on the Nevada side. Anyway we can verify these locations?

A22. The coordinates are in Degrees Minutes and Seconds, not Decimal degrees.

Q23. Location 41°13’48.9N -116°44’17.5” E, Goose Creek Location 41°55’46” N -114°10’ 10”

E.) Are not working well or matching the locations depicted in the provided maps. Can you please verify locations.

A23. The coordinates are in Degrees Minutes and Seconds, not Decimal degrees.