Amendment_0003.pdf

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

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)

30-105-04EXCEPTION TO SF 30

APPROVED BY OIRM 11-84

STANDARD FORM 30 (Rev. 10-83) Prescribed by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

INDEFINITE DELIVERY INDEFINITE QUANTITY REGIONAL CONSTRUCTION MAINTENANCE CONTRACT FOR ASPHALT PAVING AND MINOR CONCRETE WORK AT VARIOUS NAVAL FACILITIES THROUGHOUT THE HAMPTON ROADS AREA, VIRGINIA

Please see continuation page.

1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

J 1 14

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

16C. DATE SIGNED

BY 23-Jan-2019

16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA15C. DATE SIGNED15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

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

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No., Street, County, State and Zip Code) X N4008518B1139

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

13-Dec-2018

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.

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 Offer is extended, X is not extended.

Offer 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.

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.)

10A. MOD. OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO. 5. PROJECT NO.(If applicable)

6. ISSUED BY

3. EFFECTIVE DATE

23-Jan-2019

CODE

NAVFAC MID ATLANTIC

ACQUISITION CORE

9324 VIRGINIA AVENUE

NORFOLK VA 23511-3095

N40085 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than item 6)

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.

CODE

See Item 6

FACILITY CODECODE

EMAIL:TEL:

N4008518B1139

SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

SECTION SF 30 - BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

The following have been added by full text:

AMENDMENT 0003

The purpose of this amendment is to incorporate the following:

1. Responses to PPIs

2. Specification revisions

3. ELIN Schedule revisions (ELINS provided as an attachment)

4. Updated Wage Determination; General Decision Number: VA190195 01/04/2019 VA195

5. Revision to clause 52.228-1

1. Responses to PPIs

PPI # Question Response

Instructions to bidders - Regarding bonding requirements: The second item indicates that no bonding is required for task orders under $35,000. However, the third item indicates that the cost is to be included in the unit prices. Without a defined task order, how is it possible to determine if bonding will be applicable? For the purpose of an appropriate response, should all unit prices include the bond premium?

Bid per RFP

Exhibit A - The unit price schedule does not appear to consider mobilization costs associated with tasks. Please explain how mobilization costs are to be applied on a unit price basis without a defined Task Order/Scope of work. As an example, It may cost $1,500 to deliver & return a piece of equipment to accomplish pavement demo. Obviously, if the area to be removed is only 10sy, the $/sy will be much more than if the total is 100sy. Please clarify.

Bid per RFP

Exhibit A - Although the unit pricing is for an IDIQ, it appears that the quantities stated are intended to represent the total quantity for the first year.

To establish an appropriate unit price, please establish as a baseline what the minimum quantity would be. Typically, the smaller the quantity per Task Order, the higher the unit price may be. To establish appropriate unit pricing, if possible, the pricing should be based on a minimum quantity per task order. Bid per RFP

Exhibit A - The unit price schedule does not address the potential effects on production that may result from difficult access, obstructions, security restrictions, etc. For pricing purposes, should we assume all the work in a task order will be open and easily accessible without restrictions? Will adjustments be made if un-anticipated conditions are experienced? Bid per RFP

Exhibit A, General comment - In several cases, the unit price description provides a quantity range for pricing. Of course, a zero quantity would result in a unit price of $0. Please revise to include a minimum quantity. Bid per RFP

Exhibit A, A28029 - Will disposal be to a private/municipal dump or government dump? Will disposal fees be involved ($/tn). Is the mileage rate to be based on a full load? Are we to assume disposal is with a dump truck or dumpster? What size load?

Bid per RFP

Exhibit A, A01003 thru A010009 Concrete removal - Is the pricing strictly related to pavement removal? For pricing purposes what would be the maximum concrete thickness? Minimum quantity? Heavy pavement (10" thick +) may require a different method & equipment for removal. Bid per RFP

8 Exhibit A, A01026 wheelstop removal - Min. Quantity per task order? Bid per RFP

Exhibit A, A01027 - The description includes various different items to be removed on a linear foot basis. Please provide a better description of these items. Each of these different items mentioned (parking control poles, tracks, logs), will require different labor and equipment needs. Pricing will be affected by extent/quantities and conditions.

Bid per RFP

Exhibit A, A01033 - How does this item relate to A01027? Is the concrete removal (with tracks) paid for in the concrete removal (A010030-0A01009)?

Minimum quantity per task order?

Bid per RFP

Exhibit A, A01029 - Are these concrete filled steel bollards? What size? Are the in open areas or next to a building?

Minimum quantity per task order?

Bid per RFP

Exhibit A, A01034 - Clarify size and depth. Is backfill included?

Bid per RFP

Exhibit A, A02004 thru A02006 (sand, select fill, topsoil) - What would be the minimum quantity per task order? The cost of delivery is typically on a per load basis (about 14 cy). Bid per RFP

Exhibit A, A04001 thru A04005 aggregate base - Min. area per task order?

What would be the minimum thickness? Bid per RFP

Exhibit A, A05001 Scalp & Reinstall - Min. per task order?

Bid per RFP

Exhibit A, A05006 Fine grade base course - Min. per task order?

Bid per RFP

Exhibit A, A05010 Rip rap - Min. per task order? Delivery of stone for small quantities would require a minimum delivery fee. Bid per RFP

Exhibit A, A05011 #57 stone - Min. per task order? Delivery of stone for small quantities would require a minimum delivery fee. Minimum thickness? Bid per RFP

Exhibit A, A07001, A08001, A09001 - Min. per task order?

Bid per RFP

Exhibit A, A1001 Stamped asphalt - Pricing varies based on pattern and color chosen. Please provide a standard for pricing purposes. Min. per task order? Bid per RFP

Exhibit A, A11001 thru A11005 - Description includes both round and elliptical pipe. Those are two different pricings. What is the depth? Min. per task order?

Bid per RFP

Exhibit A, A11006, A11007 - For this item are we re-installing an existing frame and cover/grate? Bid per RFP

Exhibit A, A11009 manholes - What is the type of manhole (sanitary or storm)?

Number/size of pipes entering?

Description specifies 8ft depth and unit price is for VLF. Should this be $/ea?

Are these built-up masonry manholes?

Bid per RFP

Exhibit A, A11010 - What is the size of the catch basin? Description specifies 8ft depth and unit price is for VLF. Should this be $/ea? Specify the type/size of frame & grate (price varies depending on load rating).

Bid per RFP

25 Exhibit A, A11011, A11012, A11013 - Specify size and type for pricing. Bid per RFP

Exhibit A, A11014 - Typically, we would utilize precast structures. Masonry structures would be utilized if conditions are not appropriate for precast. What is pricing to be based on (manhole, catch basin or curb inlet)? Each has a different pricing? Specify size and depth. Bid per RFP

Exhibit A, A11016 thru A11017 - Depth?

Bid per RFP

Exhibit A, A11018 thru A11019 - Depth?

Bid per RFP

Exhibit A, A12001 - Depth? Min. task order quantity?

Bid per RFP

Exhibit A, A13001, A14001, A15001, A16001, A17001 thur A17016, A19001, A19002, A18001 thru A18015, A20001 thru A20003, A21001 thru A21006, A22001 thru A22004, A23001 thru A23002, A24001, A25001 thru A25004 - Min. quantity per task order? Bid per RFP

Exhibit A, A28001, A28002, A28006, A28010, A28014 - Min.

per task order? Bid per RFP

Exhibit A, A28018 - Is there a specification? Min per task order?

Bid per RFP

Exhibit A, A28020 - The description mentions different items to be priced on a LF basis. Each have a different pricing structure. Please provide a separate description for each item to define the scope/extent of labor/materials/equipment needed. Min quantity per task order? Bid per RFP

Exhibit A, A28022, A28023 - Min. per task order?

Bid per RFP

Exhibit A, A28025 - The price for cleaning will be affected by conditions, degree of difficulty, etc? Without seeing the actual site, it is difficult to determine the amount of labor/equipment/disposal, etc. needed. It could be a simple task or require significant effort. Bid per RFP

Exhibit A, A28026 Traffic loop - Specification? Min. per task order? The conditions, especially related to existing in-ground utilities and access to hand-hold will affect pricing.

Bid per RFP

Exhibit A - A28027 Guard posts - Specification? Size?

Bid per RFP

Please clarify if excavation, bedding, & backfill is to be included in line item cost for items A11001 through A12004, as this contradicts what is stated in the description on the bid form in Section A11 for manholes & drainage & Section A12 for SCH40 PVC pipe

See Amendment 0003

Can a material specification be provided for the soil reinforcement fabric & pavement fabric Bid per RFP

Can the difference between Line Item A02004 & A02005 be explained, in terms of the difference between fine aggregate (sand) and select backfill See Amendment 0003

Will the Navy consider adding unit price line items for reinforcing steel (lbs), dowels (ea), & welded wire fabric (sf) in section A17 of the bid form, as having these items incidental to some of the misc. concrete items is difficult to estimate

Bid per RFP

Please clarify if backfill is to be included with the removal of existing storm structures, as it states in the paragraph that is will be ordered with other line items, which contradicts description in Section A01 of the bid form

See Amendment 0003

Will the Navy consider a bid extension of at least one week, due to many contractors & suppliers being shutdown around the holidays & new year, to allow more time for proper solicitation and bid package preparation

See Amendment 0002

Due to volatility in the liquid asphalt market, will the Navy consider putting in an escalator or price adjustment factor tied to an established liquid asphalt index price?

Bid per RFP

Can the bid quantity for line item "A29003 COMMAND INTEREST WORK' be explained? Based on the line item description in the Summary of Work in the specifications, this item is based upon the issue of a single critical task order. The quantity of 400 EA seems extreme, as there are only 365 calendar days in a year. This item adds significant cost, even with a small dollar figure per each.

See Amendment 0003

For line item "A28026 TRAFFIC LOOP," can the Navy confirm that the materials for the traffic loop will be provided to the contractor, as there is no other mention of the traffic loop in the specs other than in the Summary of Work.

Bid per RFP

Confirmation of filing of Veteran’s Employment & Training for the 2017 filing cycle. Does this have an impact on the bid acceptance if you have not had a government contract and therefore never filed for this?

Bid per RFP

On sheet 13 of 51 in the Solicitation the Bid Guarantee calls for 20%of the Bid Price of $3,000,000.00 whichever is less. This is unusually high for this kind of job.

See Amendment 0003

2. Specification revisions

PROJECT TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section 01 11 00 Summary of Work

1.11.1.1 A01-DEMOLITION, REMOVAL, AND DISPOSAL

A01034 through A01039 – Removal and Disposal of Existing Manholes, Basins, and Drainage Inlets

Paragraph a.

In this paragraph, delete the second sentence and replace with “Other work that may be required in conjunction with this work such as backfill, topsoil, seed, grade, and cleanup will be included.”

A01040 through A01042 – Removal of Existing Concrete and PVC Pipe

Paragraph a.

In this paragraph, delete the second sentence and replace with “Other work that may be required in conjunction with this work such as excavation to the bottom of each pipe trench, backfill, topsoil, seed, grade, and cleanup will be included.”

1.11.1.7 ALL-MANHOLES AND DRAINAGE AND A12-PVC PIPE

A11001 through A12008 – Concrete and PVC Pipe

Paragraph a.

In this paragraph, delete the last sentence and replace with “Excavation, bedding, backfill, etc. will be included as part of the pipe requirement.”

Paragraph b.

Delete the paragraph in its entirety and replace with the following:

“b. Tying in new concrete or PVC pipe of various sizes includes tying into existing brick or concrete/precast structures, regular and reinforced, required excavation, knock out of structure, grout or gaskets as needed, bedding, backfill, grade, and cleanup.”

Section 31 00 00 Earthwork

Part 2 Products

2.6.2 Wood Supports

After this paragraph, add the following:

“2.7 Fine Aggregate (Sand) Provide fine aggregate (sand) that conforms to ASTM C33/C33M.

2.8 Select Material

Provide materials classified as GW, GP, SW, SP, or SP-SM by ASTM D2487 where indicated. Select material shall not contain more than 12 percent by weight shall be finer than No. 200 sieve when tested in accordance with ASTM D1140.”

3. ELIN Schedule revisions

EXHIBIT A, EXHIBIT LINE ITEM NUMBERS SCHEDULE OF PRICES FOR SUPPLIES/SERVICES

The following revisions apply to the base and all option years.

A01 DEMOLITION, REMOVAL, AND DISPOSAL (Section 02 41 00)

At the end of the Description paragraph, add the following sentence:

With regard to storm structures, price includes excavation, backfill, grade, and cleanup. (Extra fill may be ordered on other line items.) (CY or EA)

A02 EARTHWORK (Section 31 00 00)

ELIN A02005

In the Description, delete “Select Backfill” and replace with “Select Material.”

A29 NON-PREPRICED WORK, MATERIAL, LABOR, AND COMMAND INTEREST WORK (Section 01 11 00)

ELIN A29003

For the Estimated Quantity, delete “400” and replace with “125.”

4. Updated Wage Determination

General Decision Number: VA190195 01/04/2019 VA195

Superseded General Decision Number: VA20180206

State: Virginia

Construction Type: Highway

Counties: Chesapeake*, Gloucester, Hampton*, James*, Mathews, Newport News*, Norfolk*, Poquoson*, Portsmouth*, Suffolk*, Virginia Beach* and York Counties in Virginia.

*including the independent cities of Chesapeake, Hampton, Newport News, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Poquoson, Suffolk and Virginia Beach

HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS (excluding tunnels, building structures in rest area projects & railroad construction;

bascule, suspension & spandrel arch bridges designed for commercial navigation, bridges involving marine construction;

and other major bridges).

Note: Under Executive Order (EO) 13658, an hourly minimum wage of $10.60 for calendar year 2019 applies to all contracts subject to the Davis-Bacon Act for which the contract is awarded (and any solicitation was issued) on or after January 1, 2015.

If this contract is covered by the EO, the contractor must pay all workers in any classification listed on this wage determination at least $10.60 per hour (or the applicable wage rate listed on this wage determination, if it is higher) for all hours spent performing on the contract in calendar year 2019. If this contract is covered by the EO and a classification considered necessary for performance of work on the contract does not appear on this wage determination, the contractor must pay workers in that classification at least the wage rate determined through the conformance process set forth in 29 CFR 5.5(a)(1)(ii) (or the EO minimum wage rate, if it is higher than the conformed wage rate). The EO minimum wage rate will be adjusted annually. Please note that this EO applies to the above-mentioned types of contracts entered into by the federal government that are subject to the Davis-Bacon Act itself, but it does not apply to contracts subject only to the Davis-Bacon Related Acts, including those set forth at 29 CFR 5.1(a)(2)-(60). Additional information on contractor requirements and worker protections under the EO is available at www.dol.gov/whd/govcontracts.

Modification Number Publication Date 0 01/04/2019

ELEC0080-011 06/01/2018

Rates Fringes

ELECTRICIAN, Includes Traffic Signalization....................$ 27.94 12.56%+6.95

SUVA2016-080 07/02/2018

Rates Fringes

CARPENTER, Includes Form Work....$ 20.21 0.00

CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER...$ 16.03 0.00

IRONWORKER, REINFORCING..........$ 24.03 0.00

IRONWORKER, STRUCTURAL...........$ 27.38 0.00

LABORER: Asphalt, Includes Raker, Shoveler, Spreader and Distributor......................$ 18.62 2.62

LABORER: Common or General......$ 14.85 0.00

LABORER: Grade Checker..........$ 14.88 0.00

LABORER: Pipelayer..............$ 17.76 0.00

LABORER: Power Tool Operator....$ 15.69 0.00

OPERATOR:

Backhoe/Excavator/Trackhoe.......$ 20.74 0.00

OPERATOR: Bobcat/Skid Steer/Skid Loader................$ 19.16 4.45

OPERATOR: Broom/Sweeper.........$ 17.40 2.01

OPERATOR: Crane.................$ 24.42 4.69

OPERATOR: Drill.................$ 24.66 0.00

OPERATOR: Gradall...............$ 19.26 0.00

OPERATOR: Grader/Blade..........$ 23.21 0.00

OPERATOR: Hydroseeder...........$ 16.64 0.00

OPERATOR: Loader................$ 17.86 0.00

OPERATOR: Mechanic..............$ 21.43 0.00

OPERATOR: Milling Machine.......$ 23.12 3.60

OPERATOR: Paver (Asphalt, Aggregate, and Concrete).........$ 20.12 3.81

OPERATOR: Piledriver............$ 21.83 4.08

OPERATOR: Roller................$ 21.32 0.00

OPERATOR: Screed................$ 22.13 4.89

OPERATOR: Asphalt Spreader and Distributor..................$ 19.09 1.81

OPERATOR: Bulldozer, Including Utility................$ 19.43 0.00

TRAFFIC CONTROL: Flagger.......$ 12.89 0.00

TRUCK DRIVER : HEAVY 7CY &

UNDER............................$ 15.53 0.00

TRUCK DRIVER: 1/Single Axle Truck............................$ 18.26 4.88

TRUCK DRIVER: Fuel and Lubricant Service................$ 18.25 0.00

TRUCK DRIVER: HEAVY OVER 7

CY...............................$ 16.98 0.00

TRUCK DRIVER: MULTI AXLE........$ 18.77 4.63

WELDERS - Receive rate prescribed for craft performing operation to which welding is incidental.

Note: Executive Order (EO) 13706, Establishing Paid Sick Leave for Federal Contractors applies to all contracts subject to the Davis-Bacon Act for which the contract is awarded (and any solicitation was issued) on or after January 1, 2017. If this contract is covered by the EO, the contractor must provide employees with 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours they work, up to 56 hours of paid sick leave each year.

Employees must be permitted to use paid sick leave for their own illness, injury or other health-related needs, including preventive care; to assist a family member (or person who is like family to the employee) who is ill, injured, or has other health-related needs, including preventive care; or for reasons resulting from, or to assist a family member (or person who is like family to the employee) who is a victim of, domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking. Additional information on contractor requirements and worker protections under the EO is available at www.dol.gov/whd/govcontracts.

Unlisted classifications needed for work not included within the scope of the classifications listed may be added after award only as provided in the labor standards contract clauses (29CFR 5.5 (a) (1) (ii)).

The body of each wage determination lists the classification and wage rates that have been found to be prevailing for the cited type(s) of construction in the area covered by the wage determination. The classifications are listed in alphabetical order of "identifiers" that indicate whether the particular rate is a union rate (current union negotiated rate for local), a survey rate (weighted average rate) or a union average rate (weighted union average rate).

Union Rate Identifiers

A four letter classification abbreviation identifier enclosed in dotted lines beginning with characters other than "SU" or "UAVG" denotes that the union classification and rate were prevailing for that classification in the survey. Example:

PLUM0198-005 07/01/2014. PLUM is an abbreviation identifier of the union which prevailed in the survey for this classification, which in this example would be Plumbers. 0198 indicates the local union number or district council number where applicable, i.e., Plumbers Local 0198. The next number, 005 in the example, is an internal number used in processing the wage determination. 07/01/2014 is the effective date of the most current negotiated rate, which in this example is July 1, 2014.

Union prevailing wage rates are updated to reflect all rate changes in the collective bargaining agreement (CBA) governing this classification and rate.

Survey Rate Identifiers

Classifications listed under the "SU" identifier indicate that no one rate prevailed for this classification in the survey and the published rate is derived by computing a weighted average rate based on all the rates reported in the survey for that classification. As this weighted average rate includes all rates reported in the survey, it may include both union and non-union rates. Example: SULA2012-007 5/13/2014. SU indicates the rates are survey rates based on a weighted average calculation of rates and are not majority rates. LA indicates the State of Louisiana. 2012 is the year of survey on which these classifications and rates are based. The next number, 007 in the example, is an internal number used in producing the wage determination. 5/13/2014 indicates the survey completion date for the classifications and rates under that identifier.

Survey wage rates are not updated and remain in effect until a new survey is conducted.

Union Average Rate Identifiers

Classification(s) listed under the UAVG identifier indicate that no single majority rate prevailed for those classifications; however, 100% of the data reported for the classifications was union data. EXAMPLE: UAVG-OH-0010 08/29/2014. UAVG indicates that the rate is a weighted union average rate. OH indicates the state. The next number, 0010 in the example, is an internal number used in producing the wage determination. 08/29/2014 indicates the survey completion date for the classifications and rates under that identifier.

A UAVG rate will be updated once a year, usually in January of each year, to reflect a weighted average of the current negotiated/CBA rate of the union locals from which the rate is based.

WAGE DETERMINATION APPEALS PROCESS

1.) Has there been an initial decision in the matter? This can be:

* an existing published wage determination

* a survey underlying a wage determination

* a Wage and Hour Division letter setting forth a position on a wage determination matter

* a conformance (additional classification and rate) ruling

On survey related matters, initial contact, including requests for summaries of surveys, should be with the Wage and Hour Regional Office for the area in which the survey was conducted because those Regional Offices have responsibility for the Davis-Bacon survey program. If the response from this initial contact is not satisfactory, then the process described in 2.)

and 3.) should be followed.

With regard to any other matter not yet ripe for the formal process described here, initial contact should be with the Branch of Construction Wage Determinations. Write to:

Branch of Construction Wage Determinations Wage and Hour Division U.S. Department of Labor 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W.

Washington, DC 20210

2.) If the answer to the question in 1.) is yes, then an interested party (those affected by the action) can request review and reconsideration from the Wage and Hour Administrator (See 29 CFR Part 1.8 and 29 CFR Part 7). Write to:

Wage and Hour Administrator U.S. Department of Labor 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W.

Washington, DC 20210

The request should be accompanied by a full statement of the interested party's position and by any information (wage payment data, project description, area practice material, etc.) that the requestor considers relevant to the issue.

3.) If the decision of the Administrator is not favorable, an interested party may appeal directly to the Administrative Review Board (formerly the Wage Appeals Board). Write to:

Administrative Review Board U.S. Department of Labor 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W.

Washington, DC 20210

4.) All decisions by the Administrative Review Board are final.

END OF GENERAL DECISION

SECTION 00100 - BIDDING SCHEDULE/INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

The following have been modified:

52.228-1 BID GUARANTEE (SEP 1996)

(a) Failure to furnish a bid guarantee in the proper form and amount, by the time set for opening of bids, may be cause for rejection of the bid.

(b) The bidder shall furnish a bid guarantee in the form of a firm commitment, e.g., bid bond supported by good and sufficient surety or sureties acceptable to the Government, postal money order, certified check, cashier's check, irrevocable letter of credit, or, under Treasury Department regulations, certain bonds or notes of the United States.

The Contracting Officer will return bid guarantees, other than bid bonds, (1) to unsuccessful bidders as soon as practicable after the opening of bids, and (2) to the successful bidder upon execution of contractual documents and bonds (including any necessary coinsurance or reinsurance agreements), as required by the bid as accepted.-

(c) The amount of the bid guarantee shall be 20% of the bid price or $1,000.00.

(d) If the successful bidder, upon acceptance of its bid by the Government within the period specified for acceptance, fails to execute all contractual documents or furnish executed bond(s) within 10 days after receipt of the forms by the bidder, the Contracting Officer may terminate the contract for default.-

(e) In the event the contract is terminated for default, the bidder is liable for any cost of acquiring the work that exceeds the amount of its bid, and the bid guarantee is available to offset the difference.

(End of provision)

(End of Summary of Changes)