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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

RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR

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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Boise ID 83706-1234 1150 N. Curtis Road, Ste. 100

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Acquisition Management Division Regional Office Pacific Northwest Region Bureau of Reclamation

06/26/20240003

13. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO MODIFICATION OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS. IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required) is not extended.is extended, Items 8 and 15, and returning

Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended , by one of the following methods: (a) By completing

The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

FACILITY CODE CODE

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.

9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.

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8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No., street, county, State and ZIP Code)

7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than Item 6)CODE 6. ISSUED BY

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4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.3. EFFECTIVE DATE2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO. 5. PROJECT NO. (If applicable)

1. CONTRACT ID CODE

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

05/13/2024

CHECK ONE A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE CONTRACT

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority) appropriation data, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(b).

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not is required to sign this document and return __________________ copies to the issuing office.

ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

The purpose of this amendment #3 (0003) is to provide the following information:

1. Provide a partially completed list of government responses to questions received from 5/29/2024 pre-bid site visit. (8 pages)

- Note: Questions 10, 13, 23, 26, 27, 28, 31, 34, & 39 thru 54 will be fully addressed upon future amendment issuance

2. Provide HHD Well-Step Drawdown Test documentation dated 9-14-2021 (1 page) (reference

Question #9)

3. Provide the following Field Notes (reference Question #9):

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16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print)

15C. DATE SIGNED 16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR 16C. DATE SIGNED

(Signature of person authorized to sign) (Signature of Contracting Officer)

STANDARD FORM 30 (REV. 11/2016)

Prescribed by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

Previous edition unusable

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 .

ITEM NO. SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

NAME OF OFFEROR OR CONTRACTOR

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- Alignment Test dated 8-13-2021 (1 page)

- Step-Test date 9-14-2021 (4 pages)

- 24 Hour Test dated 9-15-21 (5 pages)

4. Provide the following Daily Log reports

(reference Question #9):

- Daily Log, dated 8-4-2021 (1 page)

- Daily Log, dated 8-11-2021 (1 page)

- Daily Log, dated 8-13-2021 (2 pages)

- Daily Log, dated 9-14-2021 (1 page)

- Daily Log, dated 9-15-2021 (1 page)

- Daily Log, dated 9-16-2021 (1 page)

- Daily Log, dated 9-22-2021 (1 page)

5. It is anticipated forthcoming amendment #4

(0004), will be issued approximately the second week of July (7/10/2024) providing a full/complete list of government responses, to include specification updates, and technical drawings stemming from the 5/29/24 pre-bid site visit.

6. This bid opportunity is being EXTENDED:

-- FROM: Wed, 7/10/2024 at 2:00 PM MST.

-- TO: Wed, 7/24/2024 at 2:00 PM MST.

7. ALL SOLICITATION AMENDMENT(S) SHALL BE

ACKNOWLEDGED BY THE CONTRACTOR FOR THEIR

RESPECTIVE BID TO BE CONSIDERED RERESPONSIVE.

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FAR (48 CFR) 53.110

Partial Questions & Answers: 140R1024B0001-0003 (6-26-2024) Hungry Horse Potable Water Conveyance System

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Question #1: I have a question about spec section 432426. We are not having any luck w/ our VT pump manufacturer's being able to hit that duty point of 33 gpm @ 712' TDH. I'm curious if a well pump is more inline with what you're needing?

Government Response: The pump required is as listed in the Specifications and Drawings.

Question #2: I did not attend the site visit. I sent our superintendent instead. I assumed he would get pictures but pictures weren't allowed. Are you able to send me pictures? Any way I can get a site visit?

Government Response: All relevant pictures are available in the drawing specs. During the initial briefing when the safety briefing was being accomplished the facility manager advised to do security protocols no internal photos and or videos could be captured of the facility. All relevant photos for the projects are on the drawings. Unfortunately coordinating another site visit is not possible…many BOR personnel traveled in from out of state towards accomplishing yesterday’s event.

Specific additional photos may be requested by those who attended the site visit as discussed on site. Requests need to be very specific to ensure the correct photos are taken.

Question #3: RFI Per L.26; Offerers are to submit proposals on forms furnished (SF 1442 and continuation sheet) by the government. Questions: Is there a list of other attachments to include or are attachments needed? I would assume at least the bid bond needs to be attached.

Government Response: The specification language speaks for itself.

Question #4: RFI Spec section 01 31 30, states that the Contractor is to provide a "Contract Document

Management System" for both the contractor and the government to use. Question: Is this applicable for this project? If this is applicable for this project, is there software the government prefers? There are a lot of different projects out there.

Government Response: Any program that meets the Specifications.

Question #5: RFI Question: Are there on site staffing requirements? On a project this size, I would assume the superintendent could be both the Safety Officer and primary supervisor.

Government Response: This is possible assuming all qualifications of both positions are met.

Question #6: Is access to well only allowed by crossing the concrete access bridge on the left abutment?

Government Response: The BPA Bridge is the only access available to the well site. There is no downstream access point.

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Question #7: What is the weight limit on the bridge and dimensions?

Government Response: Bridge load design is HS 20-44. See Specifications for notes on loads over this crossing the bridge. The bridge is approximately 55-feet long, and 14-feet wide (outside edge to outside edge)

Question #8: Can you provide the bridge analysis?

Government Response: Bridge load design is HS 20-44. See Specifications for notes on loads over this crossing the bridge.

Question #9: Is there a Geotech available for the HDD boring alignment or well installed to date?

Government Response: Drilling reports from construction of the well are attached.

Question #10: ………

Government Response: Question will be fully addressed upon future amendment issuance.

Question #11: Is it expected for a new concrete landing to be installed outside of adit with new handrail?

Government Response: Damage to concrete or sections removed shall be replaced to match existing.

Question #12: How is new handrail to connect to existing handrail, and do you have specifications on the handrail?

Government Response: Sections removed shall be reinstalled or replaced to match existing.

Question #13: ………

Government Response: Question will be fully addressed upon future amendment issuance.

Question #14: Grates in the elevator chase, are those to be cut or replaced when installing the new water line conduit? If cut, will each need to be removed and modified with guarding and then reinstalled? Or is it intended to modify while in-place?

Government Response: The specification and drawings speak for itself.

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Question #15: Plansheet 447-100-60509 shows all three conduits (2” PW, 1” DC, and 2” AC going through adit door together in one profile, but plansheet 447-100-60510, detail A & B show them separated. Can you provide better detail how you want this transition?

Government Response: Work to be completed as seen on sheet 447-100-60510 Details A and B

Question #16: Plansheet 447-100-605012, will there be any guarding around the Block 14 hydropneumatic tank detail as the location is outside of the elevator door?

Government Response: There will be a guardrail around the tank. See new sheet 477-100-60516 attached*

Question #17: Will contractor need to be escorted at all times?

Government Response: No.

Question #18: Will special security clearance need to be required for all workers onsite (General contractor, subcontractors, and vendors coming to site) before work can commence

Government Response: The specification language speaks for itself.

Question #19: What level of security clearance and where can that be obtained?

Government Response: The specification language speaks for itself.

Question #20: Is an external job-trailer required and will amenities need to be provided for the BOR and

EOR?

Government Response: The specification language speaks for itself.

Question #21: Will the contractor be allowed a staging and workspace within the powerplant?

Government Response: Staging areas are shown on plan sheets.

Question #22: Has lead time been taken into account for specialty electrical components that need to be ordered?

Government Response: Contract assumes standard lead times.

Question #23: ………

Government Response: Question will be fully addressed upon future amendment issuance.

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Question #24: Will the BOR entertain the request to postpone the bid date to 6/26?

Government Response: Reference amendment actions posted on Governmentwide Point of Entry SAM.gov.

Question #25: Will potential workers have to commute to Browning for background checks/paperwork?

Government Response: The specification language speaks for itself.

Question #26: ………

Government Response: Question will be fully addressed upon future amendment issuance.

Question #27: ………

Government Response: Question will be fully addressed upon future amendment issuance.

Question #28: ………

Government Response: Question will be fully addressed upon future amendment issuance.

Question #29: Any particular detail for concrete core drill penetrations? Link Seal? Grout?

Government Response: See Specifications and new plan sheet 447-100-60516 attached *

Question #30: Vertical pipe chase: Will new penetrations require any sort of guarding/protection from sharp edges? Will the expanded metal need to be removed for adding the new penetrations to avoid falling objects/hot work slag going down the vertical shaft?

Government Response: The specification language speaks for itself.

Question #31: ………

Government Response: Question will be fully addressed upon future amendment issuance.

Question #32: Has a laydown/stored material area been identified at the site? Location?

Government Response: The specification language speaks for itself.

Question #33: Is this project tax exempt?

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Government Response: No, the federal government is, by law, exempt from paying state and local taxes.

However, this exemption does not apply to organizations with federal government contracts, which are designated as agents of the government.

Question #34: ………

Government Response: Question will be fully addressed upon future amendment issuance.

Question #35: Please confirm security requirements for all individuals to access the projects location.

Government Response: The specification language speaks for itself.

Question #36: Will a government escort be required during when work is being performed inside?

Government Response: The specification language speaks for itself.

Question #37: Project documents state “to perform asbestos abatement.... to demolish existing conductor.”

It looks like it is pointing to a disconnect switch box.

a. Is this note referring to asbestos transite insulative backing inside of the switch box?

b. Please verify if the switch boxes being removed contain asbestos, if so, do they need to be removed by a licensed abatement contractor? Or is it that the old boxes once removed by an electrician need to be disposed of properly by a licensed abatement contractor?

c. How many switch boxes or other panels are there that contain asbestos transite insulators?

d. Does the owner require any other abatement outside of the referenced switch box?

Government Response: The asbestos abatement note is a general note and is not pointing specifically to a disconnect switch box.

1. No.

2. Assume that all conductors touched will contain asbestos and will require abatement.

3. Assume all switch boxes will contain asbestos.

4. See answer to #2.

Question #38: Can I please look at the well and boring obstacles?

Government Response: Reclamation is unable to facilitate another pre-bid site visit. Earlier email inquiries stated your companies Superintendent physically walked the site? If so, Reclamation afforded everyone an opportunity to visit the well location and was encouraged to take as many photos and videos of all the exterior work locations to better ascertain project variables.

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Question #39: ……..

Government Response: Question will be fully addressed upon future amendment issuance.

Question #40: ……..

Government Response: Question will be fully addressed upon future amendment issuance.

Question #41: ……..

Government Response: Question will be fully addressed upon future amendment issuance.

Question #42: ……..

Government Response: Question will be fully addressed upon future amendment issuance.

Question #43: ……..

Government Response: Question will be fully addressed upon future amendment issuance.

Question #44: ……..

Government Response: Question will be fully addressed upon future amendment issuance.

Question #45: ……..

Government Response: Question will be fully addressed upon future amendment issuance.

Question #46: ……..

Government Response: Question will be fully addressed upon future amendment issuance.

Question #47: ……..

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Government Response: Question will be fully addressed upon future amendment issuance.

Question #48: ……..

Government Response: Question will be fully addressed upon future amendment issuance.

Question #49: ……..

Government Response: Question will be fully addressed upon future amendment issuance.

Question #50: ……..

Government Response: Question will be fully addressed upon future amendment issuance.

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Government Response: Question will be fully addressed upon future amendment issuance.

Question #52: ……..

Government Response: Question will be fully addressed upon future amendment issuance.

Question #53: ……..

Government Response: Question will be fully addressed upon future amendment issuance.

Question #54: ……..

Government Response: Question will be fully addressed upon future amendment issuance.

Question #55: When/where is the official bid opening?

Government Response: Based on this Amendment #3 response; sealed offers will be opened on Wednesday, 24

July 2024 at 1400 MST (2:00 PM) at the Pacific Northwest Regional Office (PNRO) located at 1150 N. Curtis

Road, Boise Idaho 83706 in the Hungry Horse Conference Rm 225 (2nd Floor).

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*New additional drawings and specification clarifications forthcoming in amendment #4.

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Elapsed Time (minutes)

HHD Well - Step Drawdown Test 9-14-2021

48 gpm

52 gpm 56 gpm

Approximate Pump Intake = Depth ~ 465 feet