Amendment_0002_Contractor_Q_As_MORA_Paradise_Fiber_Install_0002.pdf

140P8326Q0055 Paradise Fiber Install Mount Rainier National Park

1. Excavation quantity - Statement of Work (SOW) versus Appendix A

SOW paragraph 1.2.A.4.f states the total estimated distance of excavation is approximately 1,750 linear feet. The SOW Appendix A Fiber/Conduit Layout Diagram (drawn by Hicks, 27 June 2026) lists the same route segment-by-segment as approximately 475 + 75 + 500 + 500 + 500 + 75 + 250 + 50 = 2,425 linear feet. Appendix A note 1 states the SOW supersedes the drawing and that discrepancies shall be brought to the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR). Which quantity governs for pricing, and should offerors carry approximately 1,750 or approximately 2,425 linear feet of new conduit installation?

The correct estimated distance of excavation is approximately 2,425 linear feet shown on Appendix A, not the 1,750 feet stated in SOW paragraph 1.2.A.4.f. See Amendment 0002_SOW for updated details.

2. Seasonal weather restriction versus the period of performance

Specification Section 33 05 00 paragraph 3.2.B.1 states "Do not excavate when the outside temperature is less than 35 degrees F or when there is standing water or snow on the subgrade."

The anticipated period of performance is 14 September 2026 to 18 December 2026 at Paradise, elevation approximately 5,400 feet. Will the Government grant non-compensable time extensions for days on which this restriction prevents excavation, and does the Government anticipate a seasonal suspension of work if Paradise becomes snow-covered before the excavation is complete?

If weather conditions prevent excavation because temperatures fall below 35°F or snow or standing water are present, the Government will consider non‑compensable time extensions when the contractor demonstrates that the restriction directly delayed performance. These delays, if approved, would be time only, with no additional cost to the Government.

If early seasonal snowpack or persistent freezing conditions make further excavation impracticable, the Government may issue a seasonal suspension of work. Such a suspension would stop contract time from accruing until conditions permit work to resume. No additional compensation would be provided for the suspension itself.

3. Subsurface and rock conditions

SOW paragraph 1.2.A.4.b notes existing utilities are installed at a standard depth of 34 to 40 inches below grade, but at 18 to 22 inches below grade "in areas where competent rock was encountered during excavation." Specification paragraph 3.2.B.6.b requires a minimum of 22 inches of cover over new conduit. Does the Government have any geotechnical report, boring log, or prior excavation record for the project area that can be made available to offerors? Absent such data, will rock excavation encountered beyond the SOW's stated difficulty be treated under FAR 52.236-2 Differing Site Conditions?

The Government does not have a geotechnical report, boring logs, subsurface survey, or historical rock-excavation record for the specific conduit route that can be provided to offerors. All depth information in the SOW is based solely on prior utility installations and field knowledge of Paradise conditions.

If rock excavation is encountered that is materially different in character, quantity, or difficulty from what could reasonably be inferred from the SOW and the observable site conditions, such circumstances may be considered under FAR 52.236-2, Differing Site Conditions. The Contracting Officer will make determinations based on actual field conditions, documentation provided by the contractor, and whether the encountered condition differs from that indicated in or reasonably foreseeable from the contract documents.

A site visit was conducted on 28 July 2026 to provide potential bidders the opportunity to evaluate surface conditions prior to submitting a proposal.

4. Archaeological monitoring

SOW paragraph (Archaeological Resources) states archaeological monitoring will be required during all ground-disturbing activities, and that three weeks' notice is required before beginning trenching or excavation. Is the archaeological monitor furnished by the Government (National Park Service), or is the monitor to be furnished and paid for by the contractor? If contractor-furnished, please confirm the required qualifications and the expected duration of monitoring.

The archaeological monitor will be furnished, funded, and scheduled by the Government (National Park Service). Contractors are not required to provide their own archaeological monitor, nor should monitoring costs be included in proposal pricing.

All NEPA/NHPA compliance activities, including archaeological monitoring, will be handled directly by the National Park Service. The Government will ensure that a qualified cultural resource specialist is present during excavation activities as required, and will coordinate monitoring availability in response to the Contractor’s three‑week advance notice.

5. Davis-Bacon zone differential

Davis-Bacon general decision WA20260051, Modification 1 (18 May 2026), Heavy construction, Lewis County, applies a zone differential to the laborer and power equipment operator classifications: Zone 2 (+$1.00) for more than 25 but less than 45 radius miles from the respective city hall, and Zone 3 (+$1.30) for more than 45 radius miles, measured from base points including Tacoma, Olympia and Centralia. Please confirm which zone the Government considers applicable to the Paradise work area.

Under the Davis-Bacon General Decision WA20260051, Modification 1, Zone 3 applies to sites more than 45 miles from the base cities listed (Tacoma, Olympia, Centralia). Since Paradise exceeds this radius for all three cities, Zone 3 differentials apply.

6. Site visit

Attachment 1 item 5 states a consolidated site visit was held Tuesday, 28 July 2026, and that the Park is offering one-off site visits for contractors unable to attend. CSIK Consulting requests a one-off site visit. Given the bore location, the buried high-voltage primary power and fiber crossing, and the trenching along the rock masonry wall, we would like to walk the route before finalising our quote. Please advise available dates.

As noted in Attachment 1, the Park conducted a consolidated site visit on 28 July 2026, and individual site visits were made available for contractors who were unable to attend.

However at this time, due to staffing limitations and ongoing operational demands at Paradise, the Park is unable to conduct any additional one-off site visits.

7. Existing conduit condition

SOW paragraphs 1.2.A.2 and 1.2.A.3 state the existing conduit between Vaults 1 and 6 is vacant with pull tape already in place. Our quote assumes those ducts are intact and usable. If a duct is found blocked, collapsed or occupied, please confirm that remediation would be handled by contract modification rather than being included in the base quote.

If an existing conduit is discovered to be blocked, collapsed, damaged, or occupied such that it cannot be used as indicated in the SOW, the Government will evaluate the condition and, if confirmed, the Government would issue a contract modification to add the necessary work.

Any price or time adjustment would be determined by the Contracting Officer consistent with the terms and conditions of the contract.

8. Are Park Campgrounds/Housing available to contractors to stay in during Project execution?

No, park campgounds/housing are not available to contractors. There is lodging available within a reasonable distance for contractors who desire to be closer to the Project Site.

Questions answered at 7/28/2026 site visit:

• Question about traffic control requirements.

o Traffic control will need to be used wherever impacts occur. Specifically, the trenching near the roadway and when pulling fiber close to the road - As needed to ensure safety of workers and visitors.

• Question about restricting parking in work areas o NPS will coordinate with Park and Road Crew to ensure the work area is coned off as needed for the work.

• Question about trenching at foot of wall and if the path has to stay within a certain distance of the wall.

o Would prefer the trench stay close but are amenable to deviations to avoid vegetation and rocks as needed.

• Question about the cement wall thickness - both Ski Dorm and Glacier Dorm o 6" - 8" of thickness is what is anticipated.