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AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

US Forest Service Region 2, Regional Office

Attn: Richard Braun

740 Simms Street

Golden, CO 80401

9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

July 15, 2009

10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

X The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers FORMCHECKBOX is extended, X 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.

THE CONTRACT ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.

FORMCHECKBOX

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:

FORMCHECKBOX

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor FORMCHECKBOX 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.

The solicitation is amended as described. See pages 2- 5 for details.

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.

(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

Amendment 1, AG-82X9-S-09-0149, pg 2 of 5

Continuation of block 14.

1. Main body of solicitation, pg 2, the following language is added to the solicitaiton: The clauses and provisions below apply to all work referenced or described by this solicitation (includes Service work and Timber harvest and removal work).

2. Appendix B, the following provisions are deleted: D.0 - Rates of Payment and D.1 – Current Contract Rates. The following language is added in its place:

D.0—RATES OF PAYMENT

D.1 Current Contract Rates. Included Timber that is Released for Cutting shall be paid for at Current Contract Rates determined under this Section. “Current Contract Rates” shall be Flat Rates. Flat Rates shall be those listed in Division AT and B2 of the Schedule of Items. In the event contract time is adjusted, Current Contract Rates shall be continued in the same manner as immediately prior to the adjustment period.

3. Appendix B, just above the clause labled RO-K-G.6.0.1# - EROSION CONTROL SEEDING. (11/06); the following language is deleted:

This is included in the master solicitation so it would make sense to remove it from the task order, but if we use RO-K-G.6.0.2# it references this provision, should we duplicate this in the task order? – ES

4. Appendix B, the text of the provision DESIGNATION BY PERSCRIPTION is labled as K.3.5#. This typo is corrected to read: WO-K-C.3.5.5#.

5. Appendix A, the following provisions are deleted: RO-KT-CT.3.0.1#; WO-KT-FT.1.2#; WO-KT-FT.3.1#;

RO-KT-FT.3.5#; RO-KT-FT.3.6#; RO-KT-GT.2.2.0#; RO-KT-GT.2.2.3; WO-KT-GT.2.4#; RO-KT-

GT.3.1.0#; RO-KT-GT.3.1.2#; RO-KT-GT.5.0#; RO-KY-GT.6#; RO-KT-GT.6.0.1#; WO-KT-GT.6.2#;

RO-KT-GT.7#; RO-KT-GT.7.1; RO-KT-GT.7.3#; RO-KT-HT.2; RO-K-H.2.

6. Appendix B, the following provisions are deleted: RO-K-C.3.0.1#; WO-K-F.1.2#; WO-K-F.3.1#; RO-K- F.3.5#; RO-K-F.3.6#; RO-K-G.2.2.0#; RO-K-G.2.2.3; WO-K-G.2.4#; RO-K-G.3.1.0#; RO-K-G.3.1.2#;

RO-K-G.5.0#; RO-K-G.6#; RO-K-G.6.0.1#; WO-K-G.6.2#; RO-K-G.7#; RO-K-G.7.1; RO-K-G.7.3#; RO- K-H.2.

7. The solicitation is no longer set aside for small business. This solicitation is now being competed using full and open competition. Therefore, block 10 on page 1 of 65 is changed to read full and open competition; FAR 52.219-4 (page 4 of 65) is now incorporated by reference into the solicitation; FAR 52.219-6 (pag 4 of 65) is no longer incorporated by reference into the solicitation; FAR 52.219-14 (pg 5 of 65) is no longer incorporated by reference into the solicitation.

8. Main body of solicitation, pg 1 of 65, block # 27b; a typo is corrected. FAR 52.2124 is deleted and replaced with FAR 52.212-4.

9. Main body of solicitation: the following provisions are deleted: ADDENDUM TO FAR 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors – Commercial Items and FAR 52.212-2 Evaluation – Commercial Items. The revised provisions and language below replace what was deleted:

ADDENDUM TO FAR 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors – Commercial Items

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

(1) - 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 Amendment 1, AG-82X9-S-09-0149, pg 3 of 5

Continuation of block 14.

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.

(2) - 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.

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

a. 3 copies of the technical proposal

b. 1 copy of the business proposal

(n) Technical Proposal Instructions. Technical proposals will be evaluated to determine the ability of the contractor to 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 organization, techniques, procedures and program for achieving the objectives of the specifications/statement of work. Proposals that merely paraphrase the requirements of the Government's specifications/statement of work, or use such phrases as "will comply" or "standard techniques will be employed" will be considered unacceptable and will not be considered further. For task orders the government reserves the right to use any evaluation factors that it chooses. Typical evaluation factors might be use of biobased products, experience, past performance, technical approach, key personnel, utilization of biomass material, etc. For this solicitation, as a minimum, the proposal must clearly provide the following:

(1) Benefits to the Local Community

a. Specify, quantify, and describe any benefits that your proposal will provide for the Local Community.

b. Provide documentation to support the realism and veracity of any claimed benefits. For example, if proposal claims to provide employment in the local community, provide location of business that will perform the work – either prime or subcontractor.

(2) Past Performance

The technical proposal must address past performance for both the offeror and proposed subcontractors. OFFERORS SHOULD PROVIDE ONLY THE INFORMATION LISTED BELOW. PERFORMANCE INFORMATION WILL BE REQUESTED FROM REFERENCES PROVIDED.

a. Submit a list of all similar project work that was completed by your firm and/or any of your probable subcontractors in the last 3 years. Emphasis is placed on past work specifically related to the work elements in the solicitation. Provide:

· Names, telephone and fax numbers of principal officials who were in charge of the project and that are familiar with your performance.

· A description of the work performance,

· The agency/company or individuals you worked for,

· The size (value) and location of the contracts,

· Contract numbers.

b. Provide information on any problems encountered on the identified contracts and corrective actions taken.

c. Individuals or businesses without prior contracts as a business entity should list contracts and subcontracts completed by predecessor companies or key personnel.

d. The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has authorized Federal agencies to collect past performance information under OMB clearance number 9000-0142. Both the information provided in the proposal and Government records will be used to evaluate the Offeror's past performance; however, references other than those listed may also be contacted.

(3) Capability to Perform Commercial Logging Work

Amendment 1, AG-82X9-S-09-0149, pg 4 of 5

Continuation of block 14.

a. Organization: List the names and proposed duties of key personnel. Provide information on their qualifications and recent work experience. List all areas of work that will be subcontracted out and the subcontractors you intend to use.

b. Equipment: Provide a complete list of all equipment that will be available for this contract. List should include type, model, make, and age. List should identify ownership of equipment (contractor, subcontractor, or leased).

c. Disposal of Product: Describe plan for disposition of product that must be removed from FS land. Plan must include location where product will be taken; plan must address what will be done if sawmills and other outlets are not accepting material.

(o) Business Proposal Instructions:

(1) Submit pricing for the sample task order.

(2) Submit 1 copy of the signed offer (includes: pages 1 and 2 of this solicitation, acknowledgement of any amendments, a completed copy of the representations and certifications at FAR 52.212-3 and Addendum to FAR 52.212-3)

(3) Provide a list of all open contracts of the type work listed in this solicitation. List should include: contract #, dollar value, brief description, percentage complete, expected completion date, and point of contact and phone number of the other party.

(4) If your firm does not intend to work in all districts or counties of the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest, list those areas that your firm does not intend to work in. This is not an evaluation factor and your disclosure is non-binding. This information may be used to help the FS determine the appropriate number of awardees.

FAR 52.212-2 Evaluation – Commercial Items (JAN 1999)

(a) The government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the government, price and other factors considered. THE PRICE SUBMITTED FOR THE SAMPLE TASK ORDER WILL BE USED TO EVALUATE PRICE FOR THIS SOLICITATION. Proposals shall be prepared and submitted in accordance with far 52.212-1 and the addendum to far 52.212-1. All evaluation factors other than cost or price, when combined, are significantly more important than cost or price.

The technical factors listed below shall be used to evaluate all offers; THEY ARE WEIGHTED AS FOLLOW: bENEFITS TO THE LOCAL COMMUNITY IS THE MOST IMPORTANT TECHNICAL FACTOR; pAST PERFORMANCE AND CAPABILITY TO PERFORM COMMERCIAL LOGGING WORK ARE EQUAL IN IMPORTANCE.

1.Benefits to the Local Community

The government will evaluate each proposal in terms of the benefits it offers to the Local Community. The government considers the use of contractors who reside in the Local Community to be a significant benefit to the Local Community. Other information that demonstrates benefits to the Local Community will also be considered.

Local Community is divided into two zones. Zone 1 consists of the following counties: Albany, Carbon, Converse, and Natrona counties in Wyoming; Routt, Jackson, Grand, Garfield, Moffat, Rio Blanco, and Larimer counties in Colorado. Zone 2 consists of all counties in the States of Colorado and Wyoming except those counties in Zone 1.

In order to meet the standard, proposals must demonstrate realistic, substantiative benefits to the Local Community in Zone 2. To exceed the standard, proposals must show realistic substantiative benefits in zone 1. Proposals that do not demonstrate realistic, substantiative benefits in Zones 1 or 2 do not meet the standard and will receive a low rating.

2. Past Performance:

Amendment 1, AG-82X9-S-09-0149, pg 5 of 5

Continuation of block 14.

In addition to the information requested in addendum to FAR 52.212-1, contractors may also discuss past accomplishments that indicate your firm's ability to perform the work required by this solicitation. The government will contact a sample of the vendor’s past customers to determine the rating for this factor. The currency and relevance of the information and general trends in contractor’s performance shall be considered. The Forest Service considers that current (within the last 3 years), relevant (similar in nature and scope) performance is a better indicator of ability than older or less similar work. Any offeror who does not have a record of relevant past performance or for whom information on past performance is not available will receive a rating of neutral. Sub-factor A, Business Relations, is the most important sub-factor. The other sub-factors are all equal in value. The four sub-factors will be evaluated to determine an overall rating for past performance.

A. Business Relations: the standard is met by vendors who have a history of effective working relationships and cooperative behavior toward the employing entity.

B. Compliance with Contract Terms and Specifications: the standard is met by vendors who have consistently met contract terms and specifications and demonstrated conformance to standards of good workmanship.

C. Timeliness of Performance: the standard is met by vendors who have consistently demonstrated compliance with contract schedules and have completed work on-time.

D. Customer Satisfaction: the standard is met by vendors who have consistently satisfied their customer’s expectations as evidenced by the willingness to rehire.

3. Capability to Perform Service and Logging Work:

This standard is met by offerors who have the organization, equipment, and strategy needed to accomplish the work described in the sample task order within 1 year – bearing in mind that the Normal Operating Season is only 4 months long. Additional merit may be awarded to vendors who exceed the standard.

(c) A written notice of award or acceptance of an offer, mailed or otherwise furnished to the successful offeror within the time for acceptance specified in the offer, shall result in a binding contract without further action by either party. Before the offer's specified expiration time, the Government may accept an offer (or part of an offer), whether or not there are negotiations after its receipt, unless a written notice of withdrawal is received before award.