Questions_Addressed-_140L6225Q0005_0001.docx
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- 140L6225Q0005
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This is a Questions and Answers document for solicitation 140L6225Q0005 regarding the IRA New Fork River Sheep Fence project for the Bureau of Land Management Wyoming Region. The Q&A clarifies that the existing fence uses 5" diameter treated wood posts, and the new fence will maintain the same post specifications with brace posts set at 6.5' centers. Equipment permissions allow skid steers and trailers along the fence line but no grading. While bonds are not required, alternative payment protections are specified under clause 52.228-13.
The document confirms that contractors should follow the scope of work specifications for wire type and spacing rather than typical wildlife-friendly fencing standards. Posts can exceed the minimum length requirement of 6'6". All contractor communication must go through the Contracting Officer's Representative rather than directly with ranchers/livestock owners. The Q&A also confirms legal access to the fence line and addresses technical specifications regarding post dimensions and installation requirements.
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Questions Addressed Solicitation: 140L6225Q0005 IRA New Fork River Sheep Fence
1. The fence that will be removed, what posts are used between Stress Panels, Post Corners and Gates?
a. 5” diameter treated wood posts.
2. What heavy equipment is permitted on the BLM land? Can we use Skid Steers, Trailers? Will grading be requested at any part of the fence for smoother transitions of the landscape?
a. Skid Steers and trailers are allowed along the fence line. No grading is allowed.
3. Will we be able to be in contact with any Rancher/Livestock owner to ensure the smoothest way to keep animals where they should be and safe.
a. All correspondence will be with the Contracting Officer’s Representative.
4. I also was hoping for some clarification for the new fence. Per the picture of the fence Will all posts between Stress Panels, Post Corners and Gates be 5" posts at 6'-8'?. I just want to ensure we bid for the correct posts and if 8' is acceptable or 12' is desired we don't over-price thinking they should be 6'.
a. All brace posts are to be set at 6.5’ centers. The post between the set posts will be 5” diameter treated wood posts.
5. Confirm that there is no bond requirement. Section 12a of the Sol_140L6225Q0005.pdf document has a No selected.
a. Bonds are not required however alternative payment protections are required. Please see clause 52.228-13.
6. The Scope of Work specifies that the fencing should be wildlife-friendly, with only the bottom wire being barbless. However, our understanding of wildlife-friendly fencing typically includes both the top and bottom wires being barbless, the first with visual cues and barbed intermediate wires.
To better illustrate this point, I have attached a reference image. Could you kindly confirm whether we should prepare our cost estimates based on the details provided in the Scope of Work or as depicted in the attached image?
a. Use the wire and wire spacing specified in the scope of work and specifications.
7. I'm planning to run up and look at these fences in person in the next ten days or so. I just want to make sure that there's no private property blocking access to the projects before I head up there.
a. There is legal access to the fence line.
8. I see that the corner posts are noted as being 6'6" in length, typically brace, gate, and corner posts are longer than standard line posts. I would suggest either 7' or 8' long for those posts, is there any reason why we wouldn't be able to use a longer post?
a. You can use longer posts. 6’6” is minimum length.
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