Addendum No. 1 (Q&A).pdf

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DATE: OCTOBER 6, 2026

ADDENDUM NO.: 1

BID NO.: FWC 26/27-24

BID TITLE: OKALOACOOCHEE SLOUGH WMA FIRE LINE INSTALLATION

UPDATE: QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

The enclosed addendum has been issued for consideration in the preparation of your response to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) Solicitation

No. FWC 26/27-24, “OKALOACOOCHEE SLOUGH WMA FIRE LINE INSTALLATION”.

All responses to the subject solicitation must be received no later than 2:30 PM (ET) on

Tuesday, October 13, 2026.

A response received after the exact time specified will not be considered. Failure to file a protest within the time prescribed in Section 120.57(3), Florida Statutes (F.S.), or failure to post the bond or other security required by law within the time allowed for filing a bond shall constitute a waiver of proceedings under Chapter 120, Florida Statutes.

Written notices, formal requests and proceedings must conform with the requirements set forth in Chapter 28-110, Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.). Protests must be filed with the Purchasing Office, Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, 1875 Orange

Avenue East, Tallahassee, Florida 32311-6160 within the time prescribed in Section

120.57(3), F.S. and Chapter 28-110, F.A.C.

Sincerely, Xavier Wilson

FWC Procurement Manager

FWC SOLICITATION ADDENDUM 2

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QUESTION #1

I've read over the scope of work. Are these renewing existing firebreaks or new firebreaks all together?

ANSWER #1

This project is to install new fire breaks.

QUESTION #2

For the timeframe, is this project being completed in sections or start to finish?

ANSWER #2

The intent for the initial term of this project is for all work to be completed with one mobilization.

QUESTION #3

Can I visit the site any time beforehand or do I need to wait for the scheduled meeting time?

ANSWER #3

The WMA is open to the public.

QUESTION #4

I see the bid is requesting for 1/10's of a mile to measure completion and for payment. What is the payment process on these projects? Net 30,60,90?

ANSWER #4

Partial payments will be allowed for satisfactorily completed portions of the project. Please see Attachment A, Section 3. Payment and Fees for payment information and timeline.

QUESTION #5

Is there an estimated budget for the right-of-way clearing and fire line installation?

ANSWER #5

The total estimated budget for the initial term and all renewal years is $330,000

QUESTION #6

Section 2.2 calls for clearing all vegetation within the 50-foot right-of-way, while Sections 2.5–2.7 allow certain oak, pine, and cypress trees to remain. Do those tree exceptions apply throughout the 50-foot right-of-way, provided the trees do not interfere with the specified root-raked or disked lines?

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ANSWER #6

Yes.

QUESTION #7

Are we required to install a fire line within the 2 miles of 50-foot right-of-way clearing? If so, are those 2 miles included in the 36 miles of fire-line installation?

ANSWER #7

Yes. Yes, it is included in the estimated distance.

QUESTION #8

At the pre-bid meeting, the group got turned around, so we didn’t get to see much of the vegetation proposed for mulching, especially the more difficult areas. Is there an opportunity to view those sections before bids are due, or could you provide photos or a map showing the heaviest vegetation?

ANSWER #8

The WMA is open to the public.

QUESTION #9

Also, if we encounter large vegetation in the clearing area, such as a cabbage palm that cannot be mulched, may we uproot it and move it 50 feet into the burn unit for a future prescribed burn? Or is another disposal method required?

ANSWER #9

All cabbage palms shall be mulched.

QUESTION #10

Will the project be shut down during hunting season?

ANSWER #10

Work may not occur during quota hunts. The FWC Project Manager will coordinate with the Contractor to avoid conflicts with quota hunts.

QUESTION #11

Does the vegetation need to be hauled offsite or just out of the work zone?

ANSWER #11

Vegetation may remain on site.

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QUESTION #12

For the renewal years, it was explained that the total fire-break system will be maintained during each renewal term and that the renewal pricing will be included in the total evaluated bid. Can FWC please clarify the required maintenance standard for Years 2 through 4?

ANSWER #12

This project is only for installation of new fire lines.

QUESTION #13

Specifically, will renewal-year maintenance require the full 30-foot corridor to be root-raked again each year, or will the renewal scope primarily consist of clearing regrowth and reworking/finishing the 16-foot center fire line as needed?

ANSWER #13

Maintenance of fire lines is not included in this project.

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