B09_140L6326Q0023_Solicitation_Amendment_0001_Attachment_1_of_2_0001.docx

140L6326Q0023 Amendment 0001, Attachment 1 of 2

Questions and Answers

Question 1:

The SOW identifies scattered cabin roofing material containing 8% chrysotile asbestos. Is this the only known asbestos-containing material at the site, or should the contractor anticipate additional asbestos survey/characterization prior to demolition and removal?

Answer 1:

This is the only known asbestos containing material.

Question 2:

Have the single drum and multiple-drum cluster been inspected or characterized, and should the contractor assume the drums are empty? If contents are known, can BLM provide that information?

Answer 2:

The drums and drum clusters have been inspected and should be considered empty.

Question 3:

Has BLM identified or previously coordinated with an acceptable offsite disposal facility for the asbestos-containing material, demolition debris, drums, and other removed materials, or is selection and coordination of disposal facilities entirely the contractor’s responsibility?

Answer 3:

BLM has not identified a disposal facility. The contractor is responsible for the selection and coordination of all material disposal.

Question 4:

The SOW notes that the contractor may need to cross State of Alaska land to access the site. Will BLM provide or obtain the necessary access authorization/right-of-entry, or should the contractor include obtaining State access authorization in its scope?

Answer 4:

The access road appears to cross State of Alaska land before it enters BLM land. All notifications and/or access permissions are the contractor’s responsibility.

Question 5:

Are there any known permitting, timing, or equipment restrictions associated with accessing or removing features located along Rocky Mountain Creek?

Answer 5:

There are no known permitting, timing, or equipment restrictions.

Question 6:

If available, can BLM provide approximate dimensions or estimated debris quantities for the cabin and other features to assist with transportation and disposal planning?

Answer 6:

BLM included interior and exterior photos of the structures for estimation purposes. BLM does not have estimated debris quantities.

Question 7:

Cabin roofing material (8% chrysotile asbestos): Has the department performed a survey on these materials and determined the actual quantity of asbestos containing materials? Is it expected that these items can be disposed of at the City of Nome Inert Wastes Landfill?

Answer 7:

Roofing material appears to be of a “rolled type” and considered suspect for asbestos content. A lab sample confirmed 8% chrysotile asbestos. Due to roofing debris being scattered BLM has not determined material quantity. BLM has also not identified a disposal facility. The contractor is responsible for the selection and coordination of all material disposal.

Question 8:

Asbestos disposal facility. Table 2-2 identifies cabin roofing material containing 8% chrysotile asbestos scattered around the mine site. Nome has an authorized asbestos landfill but based directly on our past experience, that does not mean it’s open for business. Should the bidder assume it can be disposed of in Nome?

Answer 8:

BLM has not identified a disposal facility. The contractor is responsible for the selection and coordination of all material disposal.

Question 9:

Drum contents. Table 2-2 identifies a single drum, a multiple drum cluster, and a pipe constructed of drums welded end-to-end. Should the Contractor assume these are empty, or assume residual contents requiring characterization sampling and hazardous waste disposal? If contents are encountered that require hazardous waste disposal, would that be handled as a contract modification?

Answer 9:

The drums, drum clusters, and pipe have been inspected and should be considered empty.

Question 10:

Period of performance versus reporting schedule. The period of performance is 10/01/2026 to 09/30/2027. Table 3-2 requires the draft Report of Findings 90 days after completion of the final site inventory, followed by 30 days of BLM review and 10 days for the final report. Given that site access at this location is realistically limited to approximately June through September, a 2027 field mobilization would place the final report well beyond 09/30/2027. Will the Government extend the period of performance, or does BLM expect field work and all deliverables to be completed within the stated period?

Answer 10:

Due to the small size of the project BLM intends the work and reporting to be performed within the specified period of performance. If needed BLM can extend the period of performance.

Question 11:

Trailer dimensions. Table 2-2 identifies a "20-Foot Trailer." Figures 7 and 8 appear to depict a van trailer body substantially longer than 20 feet. Please confirm the approximate length and dimensions so that cutting, loading, and transport can be priced accurately.

Answer 11:

BLM included photos of the structures for estimation purposes. BLM does not have exact measurements for onsite structures. Any referenced sizes should be considered rough field estimates.

Question 12:

Site access for features along Rocky Mountain Creek. Section 2.3 notes that the work plan must emphasize action taken to access features located along Rocky Mountain Creek, and Section 2.2 notes the site is bounded to the north by State of Alaska land. Should the Contractor assume conventional tracked equipment can reach all features, or should the Contractor assume timber matting, low-ground-pressure equipment, or other access measures? Are any in-water work or wetland permits anticipated, and if so, is the Contractor responsible for obtaining them?

Answer 12:

BLM staff observed pick-up tracks on the access road so the contractor should assume conventional tracked equipment can reach all features. No in-water work is anticipated.

Question 13:

Did you have a copy of the HBMS or lab report which references the Cabin roofing material (8% chrysotile asbestos)?

Answer 13:

Yes. Lab the document is included. See Attachment 2 of Solicitation Amendment 0001