Amendment_0001.doc

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

USDA, Forest Service

Western Montana Acquisition Zone Building 24, Fort Missoula

Missoula, MT 59804

AG-03R6-S-10-0054

9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

06/04/2010

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10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

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The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers FORMCHECKBOX is extended, FORMCHECKBOX is not extended.

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 Items 8 and 15, and returning 0 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 ACKNOWLEDGMENT 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.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required)

13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS,

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

THE CONTRACT ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.

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B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation date, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(b).

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C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

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D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)

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

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

AG-03R6-S-10-0054, Amendment 0001, Cabin City Campground Water System, Superior R.D., Lolo National Forest

1. This amendment is to provide responses to questions that were asked at the Cabin City Campground Site Visit on Wednesday, June 9, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at the Cabin City Campground.

2. Please see second page for the questions and answers.

3. Response date for the RFP has NOT changed and is still due on July 7, 2010 at 4:00 p.m. local time.

Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.

N. JEAN PLUMMER, Contracting Officer

(Signature of person authorized to sign)

(Signature of Contracting Officer)

NSN 7540-01-152-8070

Previous edition unusable

Prescribed by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

AG-03R6-S-10-0054 Amendment 0001 Cabin City Campground Water System

Questions and Answers for the Site Visit for June 9, 2010

1. Can the asphalt be cut where pipe crosses roads?

A. Section 01015 item 4.0 includes surface replacement among incidentals in completing the work. Road crossings may be achieved by trenching or horizontal boring. As a further clarification, if trenching is used, the old asphalt shall be sawcut before removal and patched with hot mix asphalt paving to match existing pavement. Section 02221 gives trenching and compaction requirements.

2. Are we allowed to shut the water off?

A. Yes. The campground closes after Labor Day and is normally shut down for the season at that time.

3. Do we have to do anything with brush material removed along the path of the pipe or accessories?

A. Section 01700 1.1A.1 requires removal of debris, waste, surplus materials and rubbish from right of way easements and private property. Brush or other woody waste would be considered part of this waste or surplus materials. What the contractor does with the waste is not specified but onsite disposal should not be assumed. At the COR’s direction and discretion, after regrading, some trees, limbs and selected materials may be scattered along the right of way to restore a more natural appearance to the area.

4. Does the contractor specifically have to have a Bid Bond?

A. Yes. On the cover page of Solicitation AG-03R6-S-10-0054, number 2. Note: An offer guarantee (Bid Bond) is required. See Section I, FAR Clause 52.228-1.

5. When are Payment and Performance Bonds due? How much?

A. Please see the cover page of Solicitation AG-03R6-S-10-0054, number 2. Note: Performance and Payment Bonds will be required of the successful offeror. See Section I, FAR Clause 52.228-15. See block 12a and 12b of the SF1442.

6. This project is set-aside for HubZone and what happens if I submit my paperwork and I am not HubZone at the moment it is due? What happens if I become HubZone certified before you make award since this is an RFP? Does it make a difference if I am the only one who submit a proposal on the project?

A. This project is 100% set-aside for HubZone concerns. If there are no HubZones that submit a proposal, the project will have to be resolicited.

7. Does the contractor have options or latitude to avoid obstacles?

A. The desired route of the pipe and location of hydrants and features is indicated in the plans and is marked on the ground. The pipe alignment is laid out to avoid large trees and significant obstacles but the contractor should expect to encounter small trees, roots or stumps that need to be cut or removed. Sharp bends, jogs or major deviations in the indicated alignment will not be allowed to avoid obstacles without the Contracting Officer’s approval.

8. Where exactly does the Government Furnished Building get placed?

A. The exact building will be field staked by the Government in the vicinity of station 27+00. The supplied building will include the concrete floor. The source has not been determined.

9. What is included in line 13, (installing Government Supplied Precast Building), on the schedule of items?

A. See specification section 01015 1.4 item 13. The Government supplied building will include the vender supplying the means to move the structure from the transport and place it on the area prepared by the contactor. The contractor will be required to coordinate with the supplier for the exact delivery time and insuring the setting the building per plans and field staking.

10. Where is the junction box at the spring located?

A. See sheet 4 of the plans.

11. What is to be done with the existing water line?

A. The existing waterline is to be abandoned in place and is not required to be removed. The approximate location of existing lines is shown on the drawings as well as the new alignment. The new line generally does not follow at all the path of the existing line. In several locations the old line will be crossed or may parallel the new line for a short distance. Where that occurs the old line will need to be cut out of the way or avoided if running parallel.