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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 telegram 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 telegram or letter, provided each telegram or letter makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

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ANCHORAGE AK 99501

161 EAST 1ST AVENUE DOOR 8

CHUGACH NF-SUPERVISORS OFFICE

USDA FOREST SERVICE

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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

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

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

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AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

04/27/2015

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 date, 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.)

30 ft., Welded Aluminum Landing Craft Package: includes boat, motors and trailer

LIST OF CHANGES:

Amendment posted for the following reasons:

1. Post agenda, notes and questions/answers from pre-proposal meeting held on 7 May 2015

(four (4) pages).

2. Incorporate the following replacement pages into the RFP solicitation package: 10, 12

- 15, and 38 - 40 (eight (8) pages). Changes are underlined and in bold.

The response date and time for submitting proposals is not changed.

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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)

DENISE MURPHY

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Prescribed by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

NSN 7540-01-152-8070

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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 .

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FAR (48 CFR) 53.110

AG-0120-S-15-0014

Pre-Proposal Conference Call

07 May – 10 am

This is a request for proposals and it is a small business set aside under NAICS code 336612 (Boat Building) — 500 employees

Proposals are due by 10 am Alaska time on 19 May 2015. Proposals may be faxed, emailed, hand-carried or mailed. (Reference page 34 for fax and email information.) The address for hand delivery and mailing can be found in block 9 on the Standard form 1449.)

Offerors shall acknowledge all amendments when they submit their proposal. An amendment will be issued documenting this meeting.

What to submit: Contractors should submit the following: (This is all referenced on page 39 in provision 452.215-71 Instructions for the Preparation of Technical and Business Proposals.)

Submit price on the schedule of items found on page 3 Reference page 16, of the package, for details regarding the technical and past performance information that is expected to be submitted.

Offeror Representations and Certifications – if registered in SAM, contractors complete only paragraph (b) of 52.212-3 (starts on page 18) noting any changes. If no changes, initial and return page 21.

52.219-1 Small Business Program Representation: fill in and return pages 35 - 37 Alaska Native or Indian-Owned Business and Representation by Corporations – complete pages 38 and 39.

Experience and Capability Questionnaire (pages 41 & 42) – complete and return

Offers will be evaluated based on the evaluation criteria listed on Page 17, FAR 52.212-2 Evaluation – Commercial Items

In order to be eligible for award, contractors shall be registered in the System for Award Management and the certifications and representations need to be filled out. The registration must be active.

The successful contract will be required to submit their invoice electronically through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP). More information can be found at www.ipp.gov.

Talk about the project specifics—statement of work starts on page 10. Picture examples and conceptual drawing.

The terms and conditions on pages 4 – 9 will apply to the resulting order.

http://www.ipp.gov/

Forest Service Attendees: Jon Van Massenhove; Chris Stinson; Roy Mitchell and Denise Murphy Hard Drive Marine Attendees: Tom Day and Glen Airoldi Metal Craft Attendees: Jeremy Neff and Bob Clark

Reviewed the topics listed on the first page.

Question #1: What is a good deadrise for Forest Service operations? Deadrise is a compromise—draw between shallow operations and smooth operations in rough seas.

FS Answer: Forest Service does not have a specific number. The design intent is the ability to operate the vessel in shallow water. Forest Service is leaving the final number for the deadrise up to contractors to know what will fit.

Question #2: Describe what will be carried in the heaviest loads. Are the items tall?

FS Answer: The heaviest loads will be lumber. Nothing tall or high.

Question #3: Define shallow operations.

FS Answer: shallow operations means 3’ of water.

Question #4: What is bottom like?

FS Answer: mix of small and large cobbles, silty sand. Try and not beach on large cobbles.

Question #5: What is plate thickness?

FS Answer: Plate thickness is called out on page 12 in specification list.

FS Comment: Forest Service wants this boat to last 20 years.

Question #6: Regarding the four (4) water tight chambers. Are they intended for stability? Better known as one compartment damage stability? Is that the intent?

FS Answer: Yes, the design intent was for one compartment damage stability.

Question #7: Max beam of 10’ called out in specifications.

FS Answer: Yes, that is because the boat will be trailered through the Whittier Tunnel. The FS is looking for room. Efficiency is the idea. Final beam is up to the designer; however, the max is 10’.

Question #8: The Whittier Tunnel has provisions for wider widths.

FS Answer: We are aware of that; however, it is more expensive to go that way.

Question #9: Does FS want wider side decks?

FS Answer: Do not need a walk way around the cabin. Want wide cabin interior for people and equipment.

Question #10: What is expected for the seat benches in the cabin?

FS Answer: The design intent is to seat as many people as possible in the cabin.

Question #11: The conceptual drawing shows a back deck. How will that be utilized?

FS Answer: The design intent of the back deck is to allow for rear motor and swim step access. It can be smaller to buy more space for the cabin or cargo area. FS does not intend to transport or store equipment on back deck. Want access to back through door in cabin. Do not want to have to walk on gunnel to get to back deck.

Question #11: Question about insulated cabin. Does FS want teak or oak trim?

FS Answer: The teak or oak trim should not have been included in the specification list (removed from specification list). FS wants a material that will not collect condensation. The boat is operated in a very damp environment. Specification changed to read mold resistant carpet in place of teak or oak trim.

Question #12: Regarding the electric fans mounted to ceiling in the cabin. What kind of fan is expected?

FS Answer: Small oscillating fans that rotate –oscillating added to specification sheet.

Question #13: How will the davit be utilized? What is desired reach of the davit? Does FS want two mounts for davit?

FS Asnwer The davit will be used to lift skiff out of water and put on roof of cabin and for emergencies to life a person out of the water. The FS would like a reach of 32”. The FS would like two mounts---additional information added to specification list.

Question #14: There is no reference in the specs regarding the stainless steel hardware. Does FS expect domestic 316 stainless hardware?

FS Answer: Reference the contract clauses that are applicable to the resulting order. 52.225-3 Buy American Act-Free Trade Agreements – Israeli Act (May 2014), Alternate III (May 2014) is applicable to this requirement. All materials used shall be in accordance with the clause in the contract. The Forest Service requests hardware that will not corrode or rust—additional information added to the specification list.

Question #15: Are mechanical air ride seats oaky?

FS Answer: Yes, mechanical air ride seats are requested –specification sheet updated to include this information.

Question #16: Are the batteries going to be utilized a lot? ABYC specifications are not incorporated or referenced in the specifications for installation of the batteries.

FS Answer: Yes, the Forest Service intends to use the batteries a lot—specification updated to include reference to ABYC specifications.

Question #17: Gunnel height requirement is minimum 40”. Is that height specified for safety reasons?

FS Answer: The design intent for calling out a 40” gunnel height, in the specifications, was to maximize personnel safety while balancing breakers and wind effect. If lower gunnel is proposed, the proposal submitted shall describe differences from 40” gunnel if lower gunnel is proposed. Describe if safety rail will be utilized.

Question #18: Page 14 calls out stern rooftop extension to cover rear deck. Does FS still want extension if back deck is shortened?

FS Answer: Negative. If the back deck is shortened, the rooftop does not need to be extended out— clarification included in specification.

Question #19: Does the cabin roof need to be a certain length for kayaks?

FS Answer: Negative. The cabin roof does not need to be a certain length for kayaks. Do not want a fairing on the front of the roof. Want full beam roof with space to allow for kayaks to be secured to the roof.

FS asked if attendees had any questions about the propane deck storage. The photographs provided are an example only. They show dive tank storage. Intent is to have something similar. Specifications corrected to show the number of tank holders to be installed—should only be four (4). Can be configured all four on one side or two on each side. Location dependent on deck design.

Meeting ended at about 11 am.

CONTRACT DOCUMENTS, EXHIBITS AND/OR ATTACHMENTS

WCF Boat Replacement for WCF #2350 Landing Craft / Vessel Package

Description of Supplies/Services

The USDA Forest Service, Chugach National Forest is soliciting quotes for supply of one (1), 28ft to 32ft, (mono hull configuration) welded all aluminum landing craft/crew boat package

(boat, motors and trailer). This boat shall be capable of shallow draft operations in rough seas

(6-8ft wave height), in Prince William Sound Alaska, and shall be able to have the engines raised fully out of the water. The intent of this vessel is to allow Forest Service field crews the ability to haul six to eight (6-8) passengers and/or minimum 3000lbs of building materials and make regular shore landings to load and unload materials and personnel directly from an open forward deck to shore via a narrow opening drop bow door. Transported materials will include dimensional lumber up to 12ft in length and should fit on an open forward deck. Materials also include propane tanks transported using a heavy duty wheeled dolly and wheeled over-packers carrying 35 gallon salvage drums. The vessel cabin shall be designed to provide walk through capability allowing for easy and safe access to both the bow and transom. The cabin length and location shall maximize forward open deck space while still providing room for safe access to a swim step transom. A Drop Bow Door shall be designed with a ramp to safely allow occupants to walk out on shore or assist others with loading and unloading materials from shore. Drop bow door shall measure 36 inches minimum and 42 inches maximum width to allow a maximum degree deadrise at bow to improve seaworthiness.

The Government requires this vessel be provided with an Alaska Bulkhead configuration cabin including swinging doors and fixed windows (Alaska Bulkhead means a glass enclosure for weather protection.). Captain seat and co-pilot seats shall be mechanical air ride type. Vessel shall be furnished with the basic navigational lighting and appurtenances and furnished with hydraulic steering and trim tabs. An aluminum radar arch to allow clearance for cabin roof transportation of sea kayaks. Elevated skiff tie down bars, (grab rails) shall also be installed on both sides of cabin roof along with a roof access ladder. Cabin shall be equipped with features specified below. All stainless steel hardware shall be domestic 316 stainless, in accordance with clause 52.225-3.

Vessel shall be powered with a pair (2) four-stroke outboards capable of economically propelling vessel with a full payload. One motor shall be counter rotating. Package shall include all necessary hardware and rigging, including duel fuel/water separators. Galvanized or aluminum bunk style boat trailer with surge brakes, tongue jack and spare tire is required.

The Government requires a minimum fuel capacity of 200 gallons. Further, the boat shall have a minimum 10 gallon tank of diesel to fuel cabin heater and a 20 gallon freshwater wash down tank.

The boat shall be painted with non-skid paint on all walking surfaces including the cabin roof.

The hull shall be painted with black marine, anti-fouling hull paint, on bottom to four (4) inches above water line. Vessel hull bottom and sides shall be fabricated of ¼ inch marine grade aluminum and scuppers allowing decks to self-bail. Cargo tie-downs are required along each side of decks. Two (2) standard hinge boarding doors shall be included on the port and starboard sides mid-ship. An electric powered davit/crane shall be installed port side in between boarding

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Specifications

Qty Item Name Description

1 28' to 32' Welded Aluminum Alloy Hull Vessel w/enclosed cabin. Alaska Bulkhead (Sealed/watertight)

• 32' max vessel length overall. Mono hull configuration with outboards mounted on a swim step transom.

• 10’ max beam width to ensure clearance through the Whittier Tunnel

• Three (3) bulkheads

• Four (4) water tight chambers

• Aluminum hatch access covers measuring at least 15’’x 24’’ in size providing access to chambers. One on deck and one inside cabin.

• All welded self-bailing decks with scuppers

• Hull constructed of 5086 Alloy aluminum .250" bottom plate

• 5086 Alloy aluminum side plate

• Twin 100 or single 200 gallon main fuel tanks depending on design and construction of hull.

• 10 gallon diesel tank with plumbing to cabin heater.

• 20 gallon fresh water tank for wash down system.

• Design of gunnel height, in conjunction with the top hand rail, to maximize personal safety (FS expects approximately 40” to the top of hand rail, minimum) while balancing operational stability against breakers and cross-wind effect.

• Aluminum gunnel rails installed along open forward deck both port and starboard sides. Lower rails installed along gunnels for equipment tie down.

• Cabin shall be designed to provide walk through capability to allow for easy and safe access to both the bow and transom with swinging doors.

• Bow shall be designed with a drop down ramp to safely allow loading and unloading of passengers and supplies from shore and no wider than 42” and at least 36’’.

• Vessel shall be designed to comfortably seat a minimum of 6 people with the ability to store all gear, supplies and survival equipment.

1 Trailer 15,000+ lbs triple axel trailer. Galvanized or aluminum with wash down system, surge breaking system, Swivel Jack w/ sand footplate, and spare tire (mounted).

2 Motors 250 HP Four Stroke Suzuki or Yamaha outboards. Include price for 225hp motors as well. Each motor shall have its own battery and a separate fuel pick up line and fuel water separator filter.

(Requesting brand name due to availability of authorized service shops in local Anchorage, AK area.)

1 Insulated Cabin Insulated cabin w/hull liner type insulation, marine vinyl, and mold resistant carpeting.

1 D4LM Espar D5LM marine heater with heating vents to cabin and both windshields (Salient characteristic: use of diesel fuel or kerosene for operation of the heater.)

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3 Electric Fans Electric, oscillating fans mounted to ceiling in cab for air circulation

1 Electric powered Davit/Crane

Electric powered davit/crane (Short arm- approximately 32” reach) with marine grade electric winch that will enable removal of dingy from roof of cab, as well as ‘Man Overboard Rescue’. Winch capacity: Minimum 300 pounds. Two (2) mount locations required (reference “life sling mount” and “second davit location” in specifications on page 14).

1 Dashboard configuration

Operator side dash board (starboard) should be cut to accommodate an in-dash mounting of Forest Service provided Raymarine C120W multi-function unit.

1 Raymarine P66 Transom Mount Transducer

Provide and install/mount to hull at stern and run wire to cabin for connection to C120W multi-function unit display unit. (Brand name requested because this unit must work with Government Furnished Property that will be provided and installed.)

1 IC-M304 Icom 304 marine Radio in dash installation (Brand name mentioned as an example only.)

1 Antenna Comrod A V60BI 8' VHF Antenna installed to radar arch. (Brand name mentioned as an example only.)

2 Captain / Co-pilot Seats

Mechanical air ride type seats for driver and navigator mounted on open storage pedestals.

1 Wash down system Wash down pump with hose coil system for freshwater washing of cabin windows.

1 Cabin Roof Accessories

Full cabin width aluminum radar arch with minimum 30'' clearance from roof top allowing for elevated mounting of navigation aids and antennas. Elevated skiff tie down bars, (grab rails) shall also be installed on both sides of cabin roof along with a roof access ladder. Space to allow for kayaks to be secured to the roof.

1 Fuel Filling All fuel filling outlets shall be of larger size to accommodate quicker filling and located near the rear deck area. Fuel filling outlets shall be protected from water drainage off bulkhead roof.

1 Battery System House battery 1 group 27, plus two other engine start batteries.

System should have charger relay installed and two switches, one for engine batteries and one for house battery. House battery will be used often, system to be designed and tested according to ABYC standards.

2 Boarding Doors Two (2) standard hinge boarding doors shall be included on the port and starboard sides just forward of cabin. Door shall be water tight.

6 Deck Cleats Three 10'' cleats per side.

2 Automatic bilge pumps

Two automatic 1250 G.P.H bilge pumps installed and accessible with a deck hatch.

2 Zincs 2 standard zincs and mounting brackets on hull.

7 Cabin windows All Cabin windows to be Safety Glass. Sliding windows open from aft to stern (captain and co-pilot windows should open).

1 12 Volt DC Panel Accessible in cabin 12 volt DC panel and all boat wiring.

2 DC outlets Outlets mounted in cab for charging electronic equipment

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2 Windshield wipers Separate controls for both the driver side (on control dash) and co-pilot side (located accessible to co-pilot seat)

2 Cabin Lights Two interior lights mounted to cabin roof sufficient to illuminate cabin.

2 Running Lights Standard port and starboard side.

2 Cabin Roof Safety Rails / Tie Downs

Aluminum vertical grab rails mounted on cabin roof top on port and starboard sides.

1 Cabin Roof Access Ladder

Aluminum rail ladder allowing roof access via a side gunnel or rear deck area.

1 Life Sling Mount Aluminum mount to be located on front deck near davit and boarding door.

1 Second Davit Location

Build in housing and wiring for a second davit location located near the port side bow.

1 Anchor Light Mounted on Radar Arch Offset to allow for center position of RayDome radar unit.

1 Spot Light ACR brand, RLC 300 model, R/C spotlight, product #1933 (Brand name mentioned as an example only.)

2 Deck Lights LED Deck lights mounted to illuminate deck area.

2 Bow Lights LED bout lights mounted so they are protected from damage.

1 Stern Rooftop Extension

Extend cabin rooftop to cover rear deck area. Rear deck platform design will dictate the amount of rooftop overhang.

1 Painted non-skid deck and cabin rooftop

Standard marine non-skid paint black color.

2 Forward deck lockers

Watertight deck lockers measuring 16’’width x 30’’ length x 20’’ tall. Shall be non-skid coated and have keyed locks.

1 Propane Tank deck storage

Deck storage rack to secure up to four (4) aluminum propane tanks that measure 12.25’’ diameter and 32’’ tall. Rack location dependent to deck design.

1 Government Supplied Electronics Installation

Installation of Raymarine C120w digital display unit, Raymarine DSM250, Raydome rooftop unit, GPS antenna (electronic equipment to be provided by government) and all associated wiring.

6 Cabin passenger seating

Passenger bench seating to maximize cabin space, allowing for storage of gear and safety equipment. Padded seat back cushions to be installed with the benches. Bench seating to accommodate up to six (6) passengers.

1 Bow Anchor Pulpit with deck mounted anchor puller

Bow Anchor Pulpit with 12V anchor puller and deck storage locker for anchor rode.

1 Small skiff outboard motor mount

Welded Aluminum mount to secure a 8hp outboard skiff motor

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EXHIBITS

Exhibits include pictures of boats with desired features and a conceptual drawing showing the general deck layout are provided for reference.

ATTACHMENTS

The attachments listed below form a part of this Request for Quotations and any resultant contract:

Attch. Title No. of

Pages

01 Picture examples conceptual drawing (separate attachment) 6

02 OMB Experience and Capability Form (included in this package) 2

NOTE: IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE PAPER REDUCTION ACT, FAR CLAUSES

52.212-3, 52.212-1 AND 52.212-2 AND ADDENDUMS ATTACHED THERETO, WHICH

APPLY ONLY TO THE SOLICITATION PHASE, ARE NOT DUPLICATED AFTER

CONTRACT AWARD. HOWEVER, THEY ARE INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE

INTO THE RESULTING CONTRACT.

"The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, and where applicable, sex, marital status, familial status, parental status, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, political beliefs, reprisal, or because all or part of an individual’s income is derived from any public assistance program.

(Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information (Braille, large print, audiotape, etc.) should contact USDA's

TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TDD). To file a complaint of discrimination, write to

USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, DC 20250-9410, or call (800) 795-3272 (voice) or (202) 720-6382 (TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.”

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AGAR 452.209-70 REPRESENTATION BY CORPORATIONS REGARDING AN

UNPAID DELINQUENT TAX LIABILITY OR A FELONY CONVICTION

(DEVIATION 2012-01) Alternate 1 (FEB 2012)

(a) Awards made under this solicitation are subject to the provisions contained in the Consolidated

Appropriations Act, 2012 (P.L. No. 112-74), Division E, Sections 433 and 434 regarding corporate felony convictions and corporate federal tax delinquencies. To comply with these provisions, all offeror must complete paragraph (1) of this representation, and all corporate offerors also must complete paragraph (2) and (3) of this representation.

(b) The Offeror represents that-

(1) The offeror is , is not (check one) an entity that has filed articles of incorporation in one of the fifty states, District of Columbia, or the various territories of the United States including American

Samoa, Federated States of Micronesia, Guam, Midway Islands, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, Republic of Palau, Republic of the Marshall Islands, U.S. Virgin Islands. (Note that this includes both for-profit and non-profit organizations.)

If the offeror checked “is” above, the Offeror must complete paragraphs (2) and (3) of the representation.

If the Offeror checked “is not” above, the Offeror may leave the remainder of the representation blank.

(2)(i) The offeror has , has not (check one) been convicted of a felony criminal violation under

Federal or State law in the 24 months preceding the date of offer.

(ii) The offeror has , has not (check one) had any officer or agent of Offeror convicted of a felony criminal violation for actions taken on behalf of the Offeror under Federal law in the 24 months preceding the date of offer.

(3) The offeror does , does not (check one) have any unpaid Federal tax liability that has been assessed, for which all judicial and administrative remedies have been exhausted or have lapsed, and that is not being paid in a timely manner pursuant to an agreement with the authority responsible for collecting the tax liability.

ALASKA NATIVE OR INDIAN-OWNED BUSINESS

(a) General. This provision is used to assess the level of procurement opportunities made available to

Alaska Native or Indian-Owned Businesses in Region 10 of the USDA, Forest Service. Status as an

Alaska Native or Indian-Owned Business is collected for general statistical purposes.

(b) Definitions. As used in this provision—

"Indian" means a person who is a member of an Indian tribe.

"Indian organization" means the governing body of any Indian tribe or entity established or recognized by the governing body of an Indian tribe for the purposes of 25 U.S.C., chapter 17.

"Indian-owned economic enterprise" means any Indian-owned (as determined by the

Secretary of the Interior) commercial, industrial, or business activity established or organized for the purpose of profit, provided that Indian ownership constitutes not less than 51 percent of the enterprise.

"Indian tribe" means any Indian tribe, band, nation, or other organized group or community, which is recognized as eligible for the special programs and services provided by the United

States to Indians because of their status as Indians."

“ANCSA Corporation” means any Alaska Native village, urban, or Regional Corporation as defined in or established pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act.

(c) Representation. The Offeror represents itself, as part of this offer, that it is an:

[ ] (1) Indian or Alaska Native

[ ] (2) Indian or Alaska Native Organization

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[ ] (3) Indian-Owned or Alaska Native-Owned Economic Enterprise

[ ] (4) Indian or Alaska Native Tribe

[ ] (5) ANCSA Corporation

452.215-71 INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE PREPARATION OF TECHNICAL AND

BUSINESS PROPOSALS (SEP 1999)

General Instructions. Proposals submitted in response to this solicitation shall be furnished in the following format with the numbers of copies as specified below.

The proposal must include a technical proposal and business proposal. Each of the parts shall be separate and complete so that evaluation of one may be accomplished independently from evaluation of the other. The technical proposal must not contain reference to cost; however, resource information (such as data concerning labor hours and categories, materials, subcontracts, etc.) must be contained in the technical proposal so that the contractor's understanding of the statement of work may be evaluated.

Offerors may, at their discretion, submit alternate proposals or proposals which deviate from the requirement; provided, that an offeror also submit a proposal for performance of the work as specified in the statement of work. Any "alternate" proposal may be considered if overall performance would be improved or not compromised, and if it is in the best interest of the

Government. Alternate proposals, or deviations from any requirement of this RFP, must be clearly identified.

The Government will evaluate proposals in accordance with the evaluation criteria set forth in

52.212-2 Evaluation-Commercial Items.

Offerors shall submit their proposal(s) in the following format and the quantities specified:

(a) One (1) copy of the following sections from the solicitation completed:

i. Offeror Certifications and Representations pages 18 – 34

ii. Small Business Program Representation, pages 35 – 37

iii. Representation by Corporations Regarding an Unpaid Tax Liability or Felony

Conviction, Page 38

iv. Alaska Native Indian Owned, page 40

(b) One (1) copy of the technical proposal

(c) One (1) copy of the business/cost proposal. The business/cost proposal is the completed

Standard Form F 1449 and schedule of items with price.

Technical Proposal Instructions. The technical proposal will be used to make an evaluation and arrive at a determination as to whether the proposal will meet the requirements of the

Government. Therefore, the technical proposal must present sufficient information to reflect a thorough understanding of the requirements and a detailed, description of the techniques, procedures and program for achieving the objectives of the specifications/statement of work.

Proposals which merely paraphrase the requirements of the Government's specifications/statement of work, or use such phrases as "will comply" or "standard techniques

AG-0120-S-15-0014, Amendment 001, Replacement Page 39 will be employed" will be considered unacceptable and will not be considered further. As a minimum, the proposal must clearly provide the information requested in the addendum to

52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors found on page 16.

WORKER’S COMPENSATION LAWS

Alaska state law requires that all employers have Worker’s Compensation Insurance for their employees. The Forest Service furnishes contract award information to the Alaska Department of

Labor. Failure to comply with the state worker’s compensation laws can be a felony offense in

Alaska. The Alaska Workers’ Compensation Division can also fine employers up to $1,000 per employee for each day they are conducting business with employee labor without the required insurance. For the definitions of “employer”, “employee”, and “subcontractor”, and other pertinent information contact:

Alaska Department of Labor

Workers Compensation Division

Special Investigations Unit

P.O. Box 115512

Juneau, AK 99802-5521

907.465.5875 (Direct)

1-888-372-8330 (toll free), 907.465-2797 (FAX)

AGAR 452.237-71 PRE-PROPOSAL CONFERENCE (FEB 1988)

(a) The Government is planning a pre-proposal conference, during which potential offerors may obtain a better understanding of the work required.

(b) Offerors are encouraged to submit all questions in writing prior to the conference. Questions will be considered at any time prior or during the conference; however, offerors will be asked to confirm verbal questions in writing. Subsequent to the conference, an amendment to the solicitation containing an abstract of the questions and answers, and a list of attendees, will be disseminated.

(c) The Government assumes no responsibility for any expense incurred by a offeror prior to contract award.

(d) Offerors are cautioned that, notwithstanding any remarks or clarifications given at the conference, all terms and conditions of the solicitation remain unchanged unless they are changed by amendment to the solicitation. If the answers to conference questions, or any solicitation amendment, create ambiguities, it is the responsibility of the offeror to seek clarification prior to submitting a proposal

(e) The conference will be held by conference call on 7 May, starting at 10am Alaska time. Call in number is 1-888-844-9904 and the access code 8687575.

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