Synopsis_-_NC_ERFO_FSR_2013-1(2).doc

Sealed bids from certified Small Business Concerns only will be accepted for the Nantahala National Forest Project NC ERFO FSR 2013-1(2), Solicitation Number DTFH71-16-B-00014, located in Clay and Macon Counties, North Carolina. The project consists of the reconstruction and embankment stabilization of 18 storm damaged areas along Tuni Gap Road (Forest Service Route 440) within the Nantahala National Forest. The roadway work includes earthwork, aggregate roadway resurfacing, drainage improvements, and other miscellaneous work. The embankment stabilization work includes the construction of mechanically stabilized earth retaining walls with geogrid reinforcing and welded wire facing. The project is expected to fall within the price range of $2,000,000 to $7,000,000. Contract Award/Notice to Proceed is subject to availability of funds and receipt of permits.

Bid documents should be issued on or about December 4, 2015. Bid due date and location will be specified on the SF 1442, Block 13a of the Solicitation.

Use Internet address https://www.fbo.gov/ (at QUICK SEARCH, type "EFLHD" and all available projects will be listed) to check for availability of bid documents. All bid documents can be directly downloaded from these websites. Documents will no longer be mailed. Register to receive Email Notification to automatically be notified when a document is added or updated for a specific project. If firms do not register as an interested vendor at the Federal Business Opportunities website, there will be no Plan Holders List.

Annual Representations and Certifications FAR 52.204-8 (Dec 2014). The Representations and Certifications must be filled-in online at http://sam.gov/. The required Annual Form Vets-100 must also be filled-in online at http://www.dol.gov/vets/vets-100.html per FAR 52.222-37.

Please send all questions concerning construction projects to eflhd.contracts@dot.gov. Include the solicitation number, project name and number, requesting firm and address, a point of contact and telephone number. Requests for 'faxing' or overnight mailing will not be accepted.

ATTENTION Minority, Women-Owned, and Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs) The Department of Transportation (DOT) offers working capital financing assistance for transportation related contracts. The DOT's Short-Term Lending Program (STLP) offers lines of credit to finance accounts receivable. Maximum line of credit is $750,000 with interest at the prime rate. For further information, call (800) 532-1169 or 202-366-1930. Internet address: http://osdbuweb.dot.gov

IMPORTANT PAYMENT REQUIREMENT

In accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart part 4.1102, prospective contractors shall be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database prior to award of a contract. Also FAR clause 52.232-33 requires SAM registration for payment. SAM registration is available online at the following Internet web address: www.sam.gov.

PLEASE NOTE

For security reasons, individuals requiring access to the EFLHD must present a valid photo ID and be escorted to their destination by a Government employee. Due to new security provisions, all visitors attending bid openings are urged to arrive at least 1 hour prior to the scheduled bid opening. All visitors must register with the receptionist in Room 100. A Government employee will collect the bids. Prior to bid opening, a Government employee will escort all bidders to the bid opening. Unescorted visitors will be denied entry and no exceptions will be made.