Amendment 1.pdf

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

1. CONTRACT ID CODE

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICAITON NO. 3. EFFECTIVE DATE 4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO. 5. PROJECT NO. (If applicble)

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

STANDARD FORM 30 (REV. 10-83)

Prescribed by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

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9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICIATION NO.

9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers is extended, 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 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 your 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 APPROPIRATION DATA (If required)

13. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO MODIFICATION OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS.

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

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

NO. IN ITEM 10A.

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).

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

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)

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

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.

15C. DATE SIGNED

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

16C. DATE SIGNED

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

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

PAGE OF PAGES

6. ISSUED BY CODE

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

CODE

15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

(Signature of person authorized to sign)

16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

(Signature of Contracting Officer)

NSN 7540-01-152-8070

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Amendment 1 to AG-7442-S-12-0022 Page 2 of 7 Media Luna WRP - Matagorda County, Texas

A Pre-Bid Conference was held in the Bay City, Matagorda County, Texas and at the project site on March 22, 2012. The following information was reviewed with the contractors at the showing, which covered administrative notes, Safety, the Construction Specifications, the construction drawings and a site visit.

Included is list of individuals that attended the site showing. The following information shall be used in the preparation of your bids.

This is a Small Business Set Aside.

It is the contractor’s responsibility to download all documents from Federal Business Opportunity website, www.fbo.gov. Any documents passed out at the Site Showing are DRAFTS.

This is a Small Business Set Aside.

It is the contractor’s responsibility to download all documents from Federal Business Opportunity website, www.fbo.gov. Any documents passed out at the Site Showing are DRAFTS.

Request For Quotes (RFQ), Quotes must arrive at the address in Block 7, SF 1442, by 2:00pm, April 9, 2012. Please label on the outside of your envelope or the fax cover sheet the Solicitation Number.

1. Page 1: DUNs Number in Block 10;

2. Page 2: Name, address, phone number, sign and acknowledge all amendments;

3. Page 3: Bid Schedule – FILL in ALL blanks.

4. Page 6, Inspection of Construction - This clause is included by reference. Key points: “…(c)

Government inspections and tests are for the sole benefit of the Government and do not—

1. Relieve the Contractor of responsibility for providing adequate quality control measures;

2. Relieve the Contractor of responsibility for damage to or loss of the material before acceptance;

3. Constitute or imply acceptance; or

4. Affect the continuing rights of the Government after acceptance of the completed work under paragraph (i) below.”

5. Page 7, Commencement, Prosecution, And Completion of Work - There are 39 calendar days of performance time. Work must start within 5 days after receipt of notice to proceed. The NTP is expected to be issued o/a April 23, 2012.

A Pre-construction meeting will be conducted, o/a April 18, 2012.

6. Page 9, Liquidated Damages: $200.00 per day, contractor caused delays.

6. Page 9, Maximum Workweek - Construction Schedule - The maximum workweek that will be approved is 8 hours per day, Monday through Friday, excluding federal holidays.

8. Page 9, Accident Prevention - A written plan for implementing the Accident Prevention clause will be required before commencing work. The Contractor will comply with applicable OSHA safety regulations and the NRCS Supplement to OSHA Parts 1910 and 1926. NRCS has a “fill-in-the-blanks” standard safety plan that the contractor can use.

9. Page 11, NRCS Supplement to OSHA - The NRCS Supplement to OSHA emphasizes several specific safety items which must be address by the Contractor.

10. Page 18, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer—Central Contractor Registration by reference – All payments made by the Government is done by electronic funds transfers (EFT). Payment is based on the information the Contractor has provided in the Center Contractor Registration. It is your responsibility to ensure the database is current and correct.

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11. Page 19, Buy American Act – Construction Materials – Applies to this contract action.

12. Pages 22-23, Clauses 52.252-1 Provisions Incorporated by Reference, and 52.252, Clauses

Incorporated by Reference - Have the same force and effect as if given in full text. The clauses can be viewed at http://www.arnet.gov/far/.

13. Page 24, Time Extensions for Unusually Severe Weather – days will be credited as earned.

14. Page 25, List of Documents, Exhibits and Other Attachments to the RFQ include the wage determination, specifications, and drawings.

15. Pages 26-29, Representations, Certifications and Other Statements of Offerors - Please read thoroughly.

• Offerors must be registered in Central Contractor Registration prior to award, www.ccr.gov.

• Offerors must complete the annual representations and certifications electronically via the

Online Representations and Certifications Application (ORCA) at website:

http://orca.bpn.gov. Information is certified as current, accurate, complete and applicable to this solicitation within the last year. Any changes that apply to this solicitation only must be identified and submitted with the quote.

Tax ID must match the number that the IRS has on record.

16. NO bonds required.

17. Page 30, Submission of Bids, bids may be mailed, faxed or hand carried to USDA-NRCS, Attn: Kat

Pinckney, 101 S Main Street, Temple, TX 76501 and arrive prior to the bid opening to be considered for award. Alternate offers will not be accepted. At a minimum the following must be provided:

• Completed Standard Form 1442 page 1 with DUNS number; page 2 firm name, address and telephone number; signed and date

• Acknowledge Amendments(s) on page 2 of the SF 1442

• Completed Bid Schedule, page 3

• Complete the on-line application for Representation and Certifications; review and complete the Clauses on pages 26-29 and attach to your bid

Please make sure you provide your DUNS number on the front of the SF 1442. Fax bids are accepted.

It is recommended you call NRCS to ensure all pages of your bid arrived. The Bids MUST arrive no later than April 9, 2012 at 2:00 pm CST. Please note the Solicitation Number on the front of your envelope or fax cover sheet. Fax number is 254-742-9929 or 254-742-9967 to the Attention of Kat Pinckney.

18. Page 30, Preparation of Bids – In part “… (a) Bids must be – (1) submitted on the forms furnished by the Government or on copies of those forms and (2) Manually signed…”; “(c) If the solicitation requires bidding on all items, failure to do so will disqualify the bid…”; (d) Alternate bids will not be considered…”

2. This Solicitation is amended as follows:

Pen and Ink changes to Specifications:

Replace: Construction Specification 8-Mobilization and Demobilization, section 4.A.(1), in its entirety, with the following:

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Amendment 1 to AG-7442-S-12-0022 Page 4 of 7 will remain. Perimeter fence may be removed temporarily for access to mobilize equipment, but must be secured during the work, and permanently replaced to equal or better condition following the work.”

Insert the following: Construction Specification 8-Mobilization and Demobilization, section 4.A. (4), in its entirety:

“(4) Work areas shall be secured during non-working hours. Contractor shall supply a keyed or combination lock to be used in series with the existing lock(s) at gates used for access.”

Insert the following: Natural Resources Conservation Service Conservation Practice General Specifications – Dike (GS-356), section 12. H., in its entirety:

“H. CONTRACTOR SUBMITTALS: The work includes but is not limited to the following:

1. Proposed Work Schedule; in accordance with FAR 52.236-15. Maximum allowable schedule is eight hours per day, Monday through Friday, excluding federal holidays.

2. Written Safety Program; as outlined in Section 1.1 of the NRCS supplement to OSHA standards.

3. Written Disposal Plan; to address proper disposal of items specified for removal as part of the work, and any trash or other pollutants generated during the work. All disposal methods must be presented to the Contracting Officer in writing and approved by the Contracting Officer prior to the start of the work. The Contractor is responsible for complying with all local rules and regulations and the payment of any and all fees that may result from required disposal.

4. Written Pollution Control Plan; the Contractor's written plan for pollution control shall be approved prior to the start of work. Written plan shall at a minimum include proposed project sequencing to minimize duration and size of disturbed areas, spill containment, sanitary facilities, and trash collection.

5. Written De-Watering Plan; the Contractor's written plan for dewatering the sites shall be approved prior to the start of work. Written plan shall at a minimum include proposed project sequencing to minimize potential and duration flooding, and contingency plans (i.e., pumping) to continue work and protect the incomplete construction.

6. Written Quality Control Plan; the burden of proof that work performed meets contract requirements rests upon the Contractor. Contractor's quality control system shall be provided in writing to the Contracting Officer, approved and operational before commencement of work. The plan shall include identification of the quality control personnel, their relevant qualifications, and their duties and authorities. The plan shall also identify equipment proposed for use (i.e., survey instruments), its maintenance and calibration, critical points of inspection, and reporting.”

3. Contract Bid Items and Construction Specifications

Special Contract Requirements

ACCIDENT PREVENTION AND SAFETY, SUPPLEMENT TO OSHA PART 1926 AND 1910 Construction Industry Standards and Interpretations

The Contractor shall comply with applicable OSHA safety regulations 1926. The Contracting Officer will notify the Contractor of any noncompliance with these requirements. If the Contractor refuses to comply with these requirements, all or part of the work may be suspended until corrective action is taken.

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The Inspector and Project Engineer will have delegated authority to suspend work for any noncompliance with safety requirements that poses a serious or imminent danger to the health or safety of the public and/or personnel of the Contractor, NRCS, or local Sponsors.

The Supplement to OSHA 1926 and 1910 emphasizes several specific safety items which must be understood by the Contractor prior to bidding this job. Among these items are the requirements for:

1. Written plan for accident prevention and safety (CO must approve prior to beginning work).

2. First aid certificates

3. First aid facilities

4. Safety Meetings, weekly “tool box” and monthly

5. Dust control

6. Rollover protective structures

7. Backup alarms

8. Restroom Facilities

Hard hats shall be worn on the job site at all times and equipment shall be outfitted with working backup alarms, seat belts, and approved roll-over protective structures.

All equipment shall be inspected by the NRCS Construction Inspector prior to use on the project.

Equipment shall be inspected at the job site.

452.236-76 – SAMPLES AND CERTIFICATES

Certificates and test data shall be submitted to show compliance of materials and construction specified in the contract requirements. Materials or equipment for which samples, certifications or test data are required shall not be used in the work until approved in writing by the Contracting Officer.

Drawings Drawing TX-EN-0618, 8 Sheets was reviewed.

4. Questions and Answers:

Q: Will work be allowed on Saturday or Sunday?

A: No. Maximum allowable working hours are currently set to eight hours per day, Monday through Friday, excluding federal holidays. If requested, Saturday work or longer working hours may be allowed by the Contracting Officer, on a case by case basis, for extraordinary circumstances (i.e., completing a site or critical portion of work immediately prior to forecasted rains). Additional working hours or days will not be considered to make up delays or complete the work within the specified Contract Time.

Q: Will other prospective bidders, not present at the site showing, be allowed to submit bids for the work?

A: Yes. Attendance at the site showing is non-mandatory.

Q: What constitutes a “rain day”?

A: Adverse weather that precludes work for ½ or more of any regular work day. Rain events prior to starting work, or during any other non-working day (i.e., Sundays, federal holidays, or during the fixed shutdown) shall not be considered as rain days for extension of the Contract Time.

Q: Will gate locks be required or supplied?

A: Yes. Contractor will provide a keyed or combination lock to be used in series with existing locks on gate(s) used for access. Refer to Amendment No. 1.

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Q: What about erosion resulting from pump outlets for dewatering?

A: During construction the contractor is responsible for the site and the correction of any damage to the site resulting from its operations, until the COTR certifies the site as complete. Refer to FAR 52.236-9.

Q: Will toes be staked on the proposed dike construction?

A: Yes. To facilitate yardage calculation, toes will be staked for the proposed dike and habitat mounds.

Q: Will topsoil be required to be stripped from under the habitat mound areas before placement of fill?

A: Yes. Placement of fill for the habitat mounds follows under the same specification as that for a dike.

Q: Will topsoil be considered in the payment yardage?

A: Yes. Topsoil placed will be considered in the yardage measured for payment.

Q: Do any of the work areas require tree removal?

A: No. None of the proposed work areas are expected to include tree removal.

Q: Are concrete anchors required at the ends of the pipes?

A: No. The standard drawing used for the water control structure (TX-EN-0458, Sheet 1/3) shows a concrete block but the applicable “Not Required” line is checked.

Q: Will the core trench be required to extend two feet deep as indicated?

A: Yes. Estimated yardage is based on two-foot depth of core trench. Differing moisture conditions in the time since the original design work may allow a shallower core trench, as approved by Engineer/COR, in lieu of the two foot depth indicated. In no event will the core trench be shallower than one foot below existing normal ground.

Q: How smooth should the finished tops of the habitat mounds be?

A: Placement of fill in the habitat mounds is identical to that specified for the dike (not to exceed nine-inch lifts, particle size not to exceed six inches). Compliance with those requirements should result in sufficiently smooth mound surfaces. Completed mounds will be surveyed to determine payment yardage, and smoother surfaces will allow more precise measurements.

Q: Is the concrete base for the riser specified as a “5-sack mix”?

A: Yes. Refer to note on TX-ENG-0458, Sheet 2/3.

Q: Are underground utilities present at the work sites?

A: No readily apparent, conflicting underground utilities were identified during the surveys of the work sites. Contractor is responsible for utilities clearance, and potential damages from failure to obtain clearance, in accordance with the Texas Excavation Safety System (Dig-TESS).

Q: Are there pipe suppliers in the area?

A: Yes. The following metal pipe vendors are available in the area (listed in no particular order):

Mayfield Pipe, 1500 State Highway 60, Bay City, Texas 77414, (979) 245-0068

Seabreeze Culvert, P.O. Box 6, Stowell, Texas 77661, (409) 296 4098

South Texas Corrugated Pipe, 1610 State Highway 60, Bay City, Texas 77414, (979) 245-6666

Q: Will construction staking be provided for both projects?

A: Yes (centerline and toes for dike, perimeter for shallow water habitats and habitat mounds).

Q: Is hydro-mulch an approved covering?

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A: No hydro-mulching or planting is required. Vegetation restoration will be addressed by a separate solicitation.

Q: Is there a geotechnical report for these projects?

A: No. Available soil survey information indicates the sites consist of “Pledger” clay (unified classification “CH”, plasticity index greater than 35).

Q: Is there a local manufacturer that sells the water control structure?

A: Yes. See possible sources above.

Q: Will any additional fill material be required from offsite supplier?

A: No offsite fill is required.

Q: Who will take care of permits, if any?

A: Any permits required are the Contractor’s responsibility per FAR 52.236-7. None are anticipated.

5. List of Individuals or Firms Attending Site Showing:

Kathleen Pinckney, Contracting Officer, NRCS, Temple, TX James Smith, COR, NRCS, Hallettsville, TX Hank Wiederhold, WRP Engineer, NRCS, Nacogdoches, TX Stephen Deiss, District Conservationist, NRCS, Bay City, TX Heath Hacker, CET, NRCS, Bay City, TX Stephen Band, CI, NRCS, Rosenberg, TX Larry Doskoeil, Lott, TX Mark Dodd, Bay City, TX

5. List of Individuals or Firms Attending Site Showing:

101 SOUTH MAIN STREET

TEMPLE, TX 76501

101 SOUTH MAIN STREET

TEMPLE, TX 76501

See Continuation Sheets

Contractors must Acknowledge Amendment 1 in Block 19 of Standard Form 1442.

Quotes are due no later than April 9,2012, by 2:00 pm at the address in Block 6.