S-10-0286_amend_3.pdf

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

1 4

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

Three (3) 6/21/10 381837/381844

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

USDA Forest Service Intermountain EROC 740 Simms Street Golden, CO 80401

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No., street, county, State, and ZIP Code) (X) 9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.

AG-82B1-S-10-0286

9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

5/20/10

10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

CODE FACILITY CODE

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 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 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.

(X) 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.

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

See attached synopsis of the pre-proposal conference.

The closing date for receipt of proposals is extended to 3:00 PM (MT), July 2, 2010.

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.

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

Stephen M. Patton

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

6/21/10

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

NSN 7540-01-152-8070

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30-105 STANDARD FORM 30 (REV. 10-83)

Prescribed by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

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1. Conference Participants:

Stephen M. Patton, USFS Contracting Officer

Travis Mechling, USFS COR

Frank Cupito, Ace Restoration and Construction

Tim Craig, Boulder Creek Outfitters

Steve Rinker, Triune Construction

Clarence McReynolds, CMTB

Tim Lawton, Triune Construction

Christa Hoyt, Twin Oaks Construction

Daryl Hoyt, Twin Oaks Construction

John Perry, Timber Builders

Mark Fowler, A&K Construction

2. Solicitation Administrative Summary

Submit offers to IM-EROC, 740 Simms St., Golden, CO 80401

Solicitation type: Request for Proposals – Proposals should be submitted IAW Provision

L-9 of thesolicitation; Selection will be based on best value evaluation considering past performance, schedule and price. Offerors should take note that price will be a significant factor in the selection.

Schedule of items Review: Two main items with subitems, multiple awards may be made, submit award exposure representation (Note 1) along with proposal.

Evaluation factors – Reviewed the specific information needed for past performance, schedule, experience.

Special ARRA Clauses: Contractors are cautioned to review the extraordinary reqporting requirements asdsociated with performance of stimulus contracts.

3. Solicitation Technical Summary th of July and McConnell are most challenging with replacement of tower structures;

engineered system required.

Miscellaneous bridge member and tower member replacements for specific structures

4. Questions from Participants

How much detail does the Government want regarding the tower jacking description?

Answer: It should be sufficient for the USFS evaluators to envision how the task will be carried out. We do not require detailed drawings but reminds all contractors of the requirement for stamped engineering drawings prior to commencement of work.

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Can there be any relief on the maximum work week limitation of Monday through

Saturday? Answer: The Forest Service will favorably consider requests for variation for specific bridges.

Were the original drawings from as early as the 1940s? Answer: Yes, and possibly as early as the 1930s.

Does the USFS have information regarding previous methods of installation/repair for these bridges? Answer: Yes however, after review of the photos, they are very limited utility and are not being made available.

It appears that most of the timber members of the bridges will be replaced except for the deck planks, joists, and the bridging blocking between the joists. Is that correct?

Answer: Refer to the drawings and specifications for individual bridges for what is to be replaced for each structure.

Are the connections between joists and floor beams significant enough so that it might destroy the joist when removing the floor beam? Answer: The connections may well be substnatial and contractors are cautioned to use care.

Are the toe nails spiral spikes? Answer: We do not know.

Does the USFS intend for contractor to reuse hardware since there are manufacturing details for new bolt plates? Answer: The USFS intends that contractors should reuse hardware if possible but if not to supply new.

What will the hourly labor be used for? Answer: For miscellaneous work that arises that is not detailed in the specifications or drawings.

Does the USFS know the age of the towers at the 4 th of July and McConnell bridges?

Answer: No.

There appear to be two Item B-1.4s in the contract. Should one of them have a different item number? Answer: Yes, the Boulder Creek item should be B-1.5

What is the size of the shear pins to be replaced for the Mocus Point Bridge (sheet 6 detail)? Answer: The USFS does not have the size. The contractor should verify the size of the existing pins.

For certain bridges, the requirements call for refitting the steel hanging cables and recambering to the specified camber. Experience has shown that large loads, i.e. pack strings, can change the camber. How will the USFS handle this potential? Answer: The

USFS has not experienced this problem except over long periods of time. If the camber is set according to approved methods, the USFS would not necessarily require it to be reset it again and again.

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What is an acceptable method for field treating the holes for the lateral bracing rods on the Mocus Point Bridge? Answer: Coppernapthenate