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140L2624Q0008

1. REQUEST NO.

5a. ISSUED BY

NAME

a. NAME

c. STREET ADDRESS

d. CITY

10. PLEASE FURNISH QUOTATIONS TO

THE ISSUING OFFICE IN BLOCK 5a ON

OR BEFORE CLOSE OF BUSINESS (Date)

2. DATE ISSUED 3. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUEST NO. 4. CERT. FOR NAT. DEF.

UNDER BDSA REG. 2

AND/OR DMS REG.1

RATING

6. DELIVERY BY (Date)

7. DELIVERY

9. DESTINATION

a. NAME OF CONSIGNEE

b. STREET ADDRESS

PAGE OF PAGES

5b. FOR INFORMATION CALL: (No collect calls)

TELEPHONE NUMBER

AREA CODE NUMBER

8. TO:

b. COMPANY

e. STATE f. ZIP CODE

c. CITY

d. STATE e. ZIP CODE

IMPORTANT: This is a request for information, and quotations furnished are not offers. If you are unable to quote, please so indicate on this form and return it to the address in Block 5a. This request does not commit the Government to pay any costs incurred in the preparation of the submission of this quotation or to contract for supplies or services. Supplies are of domestic origin unless otherwise indicated by quoter. Any representations and/or certifications attached to this Request for Quotations must be completed by the quoter.

11. SCHEDULE (Include applicable Federal, State and local taxes)

THIS RFQ

REQUEST FOR QUOTATION

(THIS IS NOT AN ORDER)

IS IS NOT A SMALL BUSINESS SET ASIDEX

03/05/2024 0040647262

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1387 S. VINNELL WAY

BOISE ID 83709

BLM ID-STATE OFC HR&ADM SVC (ID953)

05/17/2024

BLM-ID BOISE DISTRICT OFFICE*

3948 DEVELOPMENT AVE

BOISE

ID 83705-5389

208 373-3911Thomas Parsons

03/20/2024 1000 MD

FOB DESTINATION

OTHER

(See Schedule)X

ITEM NO.

(a)

SUPPLIES/SERVICES

(b)

QUANTITY

(c)

UNIT

(d)

UNIT PRICE

(e)

AMOUNT

(f)

Period of Performance: 04/01/2024 to 05/17/2024

00010 South Tom Fence Construction Product/Service Code: Y1PZ Product/Service Description: CONSTRUCTION OF

OTHER NON-BUILDING FACILITIES

Delivery: 05/17/2024

00020 South Coy Fence Construction Product/Service Code: Y1PZ Product/Service Description: CONSTRUCTION OF

OTHER NON-BUILDING FACILITIES

Continued ...

12. DISCOUNT FOR PROMPT PAYMENT

a. 10 CALENDAR DAYS (%) b. 20 CALENDAR DAYS (%) c. 30 CALENDAR DAYS (%) d. CALENDAR DAYS

NUMBER PERCENTAGE

NOTE: Additional provisions and representations

13. NAME AND ADDRESS OF QUOTER

b. STREET ADDRESS

c. COUNTY

d. CITY e. STATE f. ZIP CODE

14. SIGNATURE OF PERSON AUTHORIZED TO

SIGN QUOTATION

16. SIGNER

a. NAME (Type or print)

c. TITLE (Type or print)

a. NAME OF QUOTER

AREA CODE

NUMBER

15. DATE OF QUOTATION

b. TELEPHONE are are not attached

AUTHORIZED FOR LOCAL REPRODUCTION

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STANDARD FORM 18 (REV. 6-95)

Prescribed by GSA - FAR (48 CFR) 53.215-1(a)

ITEM NO. SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

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CONTINUATION SHEET

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140L2624Q0008

Delivery: 05/17/2024

NSN 7540-01-152-8067 OPTIONAL FORM 336 (4-86)

SOLICITATION NO: 140L2624Q0008

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: SOUTH TOM FENCE & SOUTH COY FENCE Page 3

Type of Contract: Construction, Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) County: Ada, Idaho Type of Construction: Highway

Magnitude: $25,000 and $100,000 NAICS: 238990 Size Standard: $19.0 Million Set-Aside: Total Small Business

Bureau of Land Management Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) Contracting Officer

Name: Rob Bennett Tom Parsons

Email: rjbennett@blm.gov tparsons@blm.gov

Site Visit: See Section L.7

Proposal Due Date: Wednesday March 20, 2024, at 10:00 MT

Award Selection Process: Lowest Price mailto:tparsons@blm.gov

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SUBMIT ONLY REQUESTED ITEMS NOT THE ENTIRE SOLICITATION

GENERAL

(a) The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking quotations for construction services as attached in the accompanying statement of work. The BLM intends to conduct this acquisition by use of simplified acquisition procedures in accordance with FAR Part 13. More than one award can be made to the Offeror that submits a quotation that has been determined to be the lowest price reasonable offeror.

(b) The Government will not award any contract if the resulting contract would not represent a "best value" to the Government.

(c) To assure timely and equitable evaluation of quotations, respondents are cautioned to strictly comply with all instructions within this solicitation to ensure submission of a complete quotation. Offerors are required to meet all solicitation requirements, including terms and conditions, representations and certifications, and technical requirements. Failure to adhere to quotation requirements, at the time of submission, may result in the quotation being unacceptable to the Government and eliminated from consideration for award. It is the responsibility of offerors to ensure their quote is received by the recipient and by the due date and time.

(d) If a respondent believes that requirements in these instructions contain an error, omission, or are otherwise flawed, the respondent shall immediately notify the Contracting Officer in writing (email is the preferred method) with supporting rationale by the question deadline specified on the cover page of this document.

(e) This RFQ does not commit the Government to any costs incurred in the preparation and submission of a quote or for any other costs incurred by any firm submitting a quote in response to this solicitation. Note specifically that the Offeror will not be participating in a sealed bid procurement process under this acquisition method. Issuance of this RFQ does not constitute an award commitment on the part of the Government.

(f) Quotation must be valid for a minimum of 60 days.

(g) Respondents must complete the System for Award Management (SAM) at https://sam.gov (previously ORCA and CCR). The Government will obtain respondent representations and certifications through this system.

(h) Award is subject to and based on the availability of funds. This project is currently funded based upon an independent cost estimate.

(i) Including all other factors, to qualify for award, a respondent must be determined responsible in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation Part 9.

(j) Respondents shall not contact any government personnel related to this requirement other than the Contracting Officer.

(k) All questions should be emailed directly to the Contracting Officer. Only written RFI’s will be considered and responded to by the Government. BLM responses to RFIs will be posted as an amendment to the solicitation.

(l) The successful Offeror shall submit appropriate Performance and Payment Bonds in accordance with clause 52.228-1 or Alternative Payment Protection in accordance with clause 52.228-13 within 10 days of contract award.

https://sam.gov/

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Part I - The Schedule

Section A - Solicitation/Contract Form See Standard Form 18

Section B - Bid Schedule 6

Section C - Specifications/Drawings 7

Section D - Packaging and Marking 22

Section E - Inspection and Acceptance 22

Section F - Deliveries or Performance 23

Section G - Contract Administration Data 24

Section H - Special Contract Requirements 26

Part II - Contract Clauses

Section I - Contract Clauses 28

Part III - List of Documents, Exhibits, and Other Attachments

Section J - List of Attachments 45

Part IV - Representations and Instructions

Section K - Representations, Certifications, and Other Statements of Offerors 51

Section L - Instructions, Conditions and Notices to Offerors 58

Section M - Evaluation Factors for Award 62

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PART I - THE SCHEUDLE

SECTION B: BID SCHEDULE

Offerors are to complete Blocks 13 - 16 of the SF-18.

TITLE: BDO SOUTH TOM FENCE & SOUTH COY FENCE CONSTRUCTION

1. PRICING SCHEDULE:

Item No. Description Estimated

Quantity Units Unit Price

Total Amount

Temporary Fence Construction – South Tom 1 3-wire Fence Construction 22.0’ Spacing (Feet) 32,625 Feet 2 Wildlife Markers (5 per 22') 32,625 Feet 3 Barbed Wire Gate (4-Wire) 3 Each 4 EZ Fence Corner Panel 13 Each 5 EZ Fence End Panel 6 Each 6 EZ Fence Stress Panel 8 Feet

Total $___________

Item No. Description Estimated

Quantity Units Unit Price

Total Amount

Permanent Fence Construction – South Coy

7 4-wire (Smooth) Fence Construction 16.0’ Spacing 675 Feet

8 Smooth Wire Gate (4-Wire) 1 Each 9 Steel Tube Gate (8’ Vehicle & 4’ Pedestrian) 2 Each 10 5 Post Corner (Pipe) 3 Each

11 4-wire (3-wire barbed, 1-wire smooth) Fence Construction 16.5’ Spacing 12,865 Feet

12 Wildlife Markers (5 per 16') 12,865 Feet 13 Barb Wire Gate (3-wire) 3 Each 14 3 Post End Panel (Pipe) 8 Each 15 Stress Panel (Pipe) 8 Each

Total $___________ ESTIMATED START DATE: April 1, 2024

ESTIMATED END DATE: May 17, 2024

CONTRACT TIME: 47 Calendar Days

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SECTION C: SPECIFICATIONS/DRAWINGS

SECTION 01009 - GENERAL INFORMATION AND REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

With Government supplied materials, contract entails construction of one temporary fence and one permanent fence at separate geographic locations. Temporary fence shall consist of a 3-wire temporary fence constructed with t-posts and steel EZ Fence Panels as identified in subsequent sections and attached drawings. Permanent fencing will be both of 4-wire barb and 4-wire smooth construction as identified in subsequent maps/drawings.

Temporary and permanent barb wire fence constructed shall consist of barbed top and middle wires with smooth bottom wire. Permanent 4-wire smooth fence shall be constructed with all smooth wire. Permanent fence shall be constructed utilizing t-posts and steel pipe structures as identified in subsequent sections and attached drawings.

A. Description of Work: Furnish labor and equipment to construct/repair/remove the specified typical barbed wire fence (3-wire and 4-wire).

B. Location of Fence Construction and Repair Work Sites as Shown on Work Location Maps: The project sites are located approximately 14 miles southeast and 14 miles south of Kuna, Idaho for S. Tom and S.

Coy project sites respectfully.

1. South Tom – Fence is located in flat to rolling terrain with intermittent rock outcrops and/or rocky areas. Main unpaved and/or unimproved roadways provide access to the site. Site is accessible by 4- WD vehicles with entire project fence line being then accessible by 4-WD vehicle, Off Road Vehicles, and/or foot traffic.

Temporary Fence Construction: T01S R02E Sec 1, 2, 3, 11, 12, and 13. T01S R03E Sec 07.

2. South Coy – Fence is located in flat to rolling terrain with sparse to intermittent rocky areas. Swan Falls Road provides paved road access to project site and is immediately adjacent to the majority of project fence line. The entire fence line project area is accessible to 4-WD vehicles, Off Road Vehicles, and/or foot traffic.

Permanent Fence Construction: T02S R01W Sec 1. T02S R01E Sec 6, 7, and 18.

Project site elevation is approximately 3131’ at S. Tom and 2886’ at S. Coy with some topographic variation occurring within individual project units.

C. Location of Fence Removal Work Sites as Shown on Work Location Maps:

1. None

D. Work Data Sheet: Designates the type and quantity of work required at each project location.

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1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Approvals: Approval of the submittals is an indication that the Contractor's submittals have been reviewed and that there are no objections, except as noted. Approval of deviations shall apply only to those deviations or omissions from the requirements of the Drawings and Specifications brought to the Contracting Officer's attention in writing. After approval of an item, submit a substitute for approval when the approved item cannot be purchased or delivered in time to avoid delay in completion of the project.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Scope: Submittals include design computations, shop drawings, manufactures' literature, as built drawings, samples, and maintenance manuals.

B. Requirements: Refer to individual Specifications for submittals required. Submittals shall be delivered to the Contracting Officer. Allow at least 5 working days for review.

C. Identification of Submittals: Completely identify each submittal by showing at least the following information:

1. Name and address of submitter, plus name and telephone number of the individual to contact for further information.

2. Name of project as it appears in these Specifications.

3. Contract number, drawing number, and Specification section number to which the submittal applies.

4. Whether this is an original submittal or resubmittal.

5. Each item shall clearly note the manufacturer's name and address, trade name, product, lot, style, color, catalog designation or model number, and locations of use.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Codes and Standards: The work shall comply with codes and standards applicable to each type of work as listed in the individual sections of these Specifications and as shown on the Drawings.

B. Conflict: Where a conflict occurs between Reference Documents and Project Specifications, the Project Specifications shall govern.

1.5 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Delivery: Protect products incorporated into the work from damage while in transit to the site.

B. Storage: Provide temporary storage facilities for products which will protect them from damage until installation on the project and final acceptance.

C. Handling: Load and unload products protecting them from damage.

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1.6 PROJECT / SITE CONDITIONS

A. Access to the work site: Vehicle traffic is permitted along proposed fence line, existing fence lines and existing roads/trails within project areas.

B. The S. Tom and S. Coy project areas are located in relatively flat to rolling terrain with surface rock, rock outcroppings, and subsurface rock present amongst sandy soils. Main unpaved roads provide access to the S. Tom Temporary Fence general project area with project fence line accessible by 4-WD & Off-Road Vehicles and/or foot traffic. The S. Coy fence construction project area is accessed by Swan Falls Road (County maintained roadway) and is immediately adjacent to the majority of the project fence line.

Accessibility to and along the S. Coy project fence line may be attained by 4-WD vehicle, Off Road Vehicle, and/or foot traffic.

C. No cross-country travel with motorized vehicles shall take place except on designated roads, trails, and fence corridors. Access roads shall not be constructed along fence lines or to the job sites, however, travel along the fence line is permitted. Contractor shall repair all ruts and scarred ground created by construction, repair, or removal as directed by the Contracting Officer. No blading or scraping of the ground along the fence line or on any Bureau of Land Management administered land is permitted unless prior authorization is attained.

D. Specific areas may be flagged that designate sensitive areas due to archaeological sites, wildlife nesting areas, sensitive plants, etc. The Government may impose restrictions to vehicle travel or other operations in project areas as necessary or prudent to address and/or protect resources of concern.

E. Camping at or near the job site is permitted as long as it does not exceed a maximum of 14 days in any one location. Camping is prohibited within 100 yards of any isolated water source springs, seeps, water troughs, windmills, small reservoirs, etc.) Toilet facility requirements shall follow all Federal and State regulations.

When a camp site is no longer needed, all garbage and fence building supplies must be removed and properly disposed of. These areas shall be approved in advance by the Contracting Officer.

F. Clean-up: All trash and excess materials must be removed from the project site on completion of construction and disposed of in a manner, and at a location, approved by the Contracting Officer.

G. Fuels and Fire: The project areas are located in areas of light fuels (annual grasses, rabbit brush and low sagebrush) with some areas crossing into areas that have recently burned. The contractor shall obey and enforce fire prevention measures such as spark arresters, avoidance of high fuel areas were possible and all other instructions from the Contracting Officer.

H. Cultural Considerations: Because fragile and irreplaceable culture resources may be present in the area, project activities and any other action which causes disturbance of the earth's surface shall be limited to those areas approved by the BLM. Deviations from routes flagged or shown on the drawings are not allowable without prior approval of the Contracting Officer. The Contractor shall insure that he, his employees, or his representatives do not collect archaeological artifacts. Should the condition of the cultural resources in the area be altered during construction due to unauthorized activity by the Contractor or his employees, the Contractor shall be responsible for all costs of mitigating the cultural resources involved. If deterioration of the archaeological sites is found to be occurring during the construction phase, work on the project shall be terminated until a data recovery plan is prepared and completed in accordance with the National Historic Preservation Act.

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1.7 SEQUENCING AND SCHEDULING

A. Work Schedule: The schedule shall be submitted at the pre-work conference. When requested, submit an updated schedule within 3 calendar days. As a minimum, the estimated start and completion dates shall be shown in the estimate.

PART 2: MATERIALS/SPECIFICATIONS/DESCRIPTIONS

A. Contractor Returned Materials

1. Returned materials: Wire, wire stays, hose clamps, T-posts, pipe, and wood materials from fence removal activities as outlined herein are deemed debris, unless otherwise noted, and will be properly recycled or disposed of by contractor. All new construction materials provided by the Government not able to be used on the construction and/or repair project(s) as stipulated herein, in addition to other materials as outline under Part 5- Work Data Sheet, will be bundled accordingly and returned to Government.

2. Location: Government property will be returned to the Bureau of Land Management Wareyard at 1962 Commerce Avenue, Boise, Idaho 83705.

3. Time: Property return will be available Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm except on holidays. A pre-scheduled appointment with 24-hour advanced notice is required to assure that a warehouseman is available. A contact list for scheduling appointments will be provided to contractor at the pre-work meeting.

B. Fence Removal Specifications

1. None

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 PROJECT MEETINGS

A. Pre-Work Conference:

1. Will be held prior to the start of work on each Order. The Contractor will be notified in advance of meeting time, date, and place. The purpose will be to review required work, project drawings and specifications, construction schedules, payroll and payments, and administrative provisions of the Contract.

2. The Contractor, subcontractors, and persons responsible for coordination of the work shall be present at the meeting.

3. Be prepared to summarize and explain procedures planned for the project.

B. Progress Meetings:

1. To be held at the project site, or as determined by the Contracting Officer.

2. May be called by either the Contracting Officer or the Contractor. The request shall state who should attend and include an agenda.

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C. Final Inspection:

1. To be held at the project site, or as determined by the Contracting Officer.

2. Notify the Contracting Officer in writing at least 3 working days before the completion date so the Government can schedule final inspection.

3. The Contractor or the Contractor's authorized representative shall be present during this inspection.

3.2 PREPARATION

A. Work Layout: The Government will set flags or fence posts within site distance to give the Contractor lines and angles necessary for the work executed under the Contract. Where new fences are to replace existing fences, corners, gates, and end panels shall be located in the same place as the existing fence.

Stress panels shall be located as specified for each type of fence.

3.3 SALVAGEABLE ITEMS

A. Requirements: Except as noted in section 5.3 all salvageable items from fence removal shall be used for existing fence repair and fence construction or provided back to BLM.

3.4 DISPOSAL OF DEBRIS

A. Requirements: Items or debris not designated as salvage for the Government shall become the property of the Contractor. Disposal of materials in a legal manner and payment of fees required is the Contractor's responsibility. Burning of removed materials is not permitted on the work site.

PART 4 - MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

4.1 METHOD OF MEASUREMENT

A. Units: The work described in this Section will not be measured for payment.

4.2 BASIS OF PAYMENT

A. Payment: No direct payment for the work described under this Section will be made. Consideration for this item shall be included in the bid price for other items of the Contract.

END OF SECTION 01009

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SECTION 01019 - GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED PROPERTY

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes fencing materials to be furnished by the Government and their locations.

1.2 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Location: The Government-furnished property will be provided by the Bureau of Land Management at the BLM Wareyard at 3948 S. Development Avenue, Boise, Idaho 83705.

B. Time: Property will be available Monday through Friday, from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm except on holidays.

An appointment is required to assure that a warehouseman is available. Appointments are made by calling the phone number listed on each Order a minimum of 24 hours prior to intended pickup time.

C. Return of Unused Property: Return unused materials to the same place as they were picked up unless the Contracting Officer states otherwise.

D. Loading, Offloading and Transporting Property: The Contractor is responsible for providing the necessary material-handling equipment to load and offload materials at the work site. The Contractor shall transport materials to the work site. Unless otherwise noted, a government forklift and operator will be available at the Wareyard.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. All materials for the project will be furnished by the Government:

Barbed Wire 12.5 ga 78 ROLL Barbless Wire 12.5 ga 38 ROLL Brace Rail Connector 72 EACH Easy Fence Braces (a's) 48 EACH Easy Fence Panels (H's) 40 EACH Galvanized Brace Band Clamp 2 3/8" w/ nuts and bolts 116 EACH Galvanized Post Caps 55 EACH Hose Clamps 1 9/16 - 2 1/2 " 182 EACH Rebar #4 2' 44 EACH Staples 1.5" (70/lb.) 5 LB Steel Pipe Brace Posts 1 5/8" x 8' 36 EACH Steel Pipe Posts 2 3/8" x 7' 55 EACH Steel Posts 5.5' 2304 EACH Steel Posts 7' 128 EACH Wildlife Markers 3512 EACH Wire Fasteners (Clips) 100/pkg 70 BAG Wire Stays 36" 821 EACH Wood Stays (Gate Sticks) 35 EACH Steel Tube Gate 2 EACH

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

(There are no applicable requirements.)

PART 4 - MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

4.1 METHOD OF MEASUREMENT

A. Units: The work described in this Section will not be measured for payment.

4.2 BASIS OF PAYMENT

A. Payment: No direct payment for the work described under this Section will be made. Consideration for this item shall be included in the bid price for other items of the Contract.

END OF SECTION 01019

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SECTION 02824 - WIRE FENCES AND GATES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes installing with Government-Furnished property, barbed wire and woven wire fences, and repair of existing fences.

B. Furnish all labor, tools, equipment, supervision, and any other resources necessary to complete fence projects.

C. Related Sections:

General Information and Requirements Section 01009.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED MATERIALS (as applicable to project requirements)

A. Barbed Wire: A strand of two 12-1/2-gauge galvanized wires twisted together with 2-point barbs of 14-gauge wire spaced 4 inches apart. Wire and barbs shall be zinc-coated steel, with a zinc coating of at least

0.3 oz/ft2 of coated surface area. The minimum breaking strength of each wire shall be 950 lb. force. The barbed wire shall conform to ASTM A 121.

B. Barbless Wire: A strand of two 12-1/2-gauge galvanized wires twisted together. Wire shall be zinc-coated steel wire of at least 0.3 oz/ft2 of coated surface area. The minimum breaking strength of each wire shall be 950 lb. force. The barbless wire shall conform to ASTM A 121.

C. Brace Wires: Four wires of 9-gauge smooth, galvanized wire or 2 wires of galvanized, 12-1/2-gauge barbless wire. The minimum weight of zinc coating for 9-gauge wire shall be at least 0.4 oz of zinc/ft2 of coated surface area; for 12-1/2-gauge wire at least 0.3 oz of zinc/ft2 of coated surface area.

D. Clip-Type Wire Fastener: Galvanized wire, 8-gauge.

E. Mechanical Gate Closures: Assembly must include the following salient features:

1. A rigid steel strap or 9-gauge smooth wire loop 6 inches from the ground securely connected to the gate post and shaped so the gate stay will be securely held in place.

2. An adjustable cable or chain, or rigid steel strap fastened to a cam lever device located 6 inches from the top of the gate post. The closer shall be capable of securely holding the gate stay in place.

3. Gate latch by Toland & Sons, P.O. Box 1970, Winnemucca, NV 89446, or approved equal.

F. Miscellaneous Wire: Wire for ties, gate loops and fastening wood stays shall be 9 or 12-1/2-gauge galvanized wire.

G. Staples: Bright-finish or galvanized 9-gauge with slash-cut points 1-3/4 inches long.

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H. Wood Gate and Fence Stays: Sound and straight pieces, 1-1/2 to 3-1/2-inch diameter of the species pine or fir (with bark removed), honey locust, western red cedar (full stem with bark removed), juniper, osage orange, and white oak. Treatment with preservative is not required. Stays shall be of uniform length sufficient to touch the ground. Total length shall be 4'-0".

I. Steel Pipe: ASTM F 1083 SS40. Post pipe shall be 2-1/2 inch (2.375-inch O.D., 3.12 lb./ft); brace pipe, 1- 5/8 inch, (1.66-inch O.D., 1.84 lb./ft). Brace clamps and fittings shall be galvanized.

OR

Steel Pipe: ASTM A 53 or F 1083. Post pipe shall be 2-inch, schedule 40 (2.375-inch O.D., 3.65 lb./ft);

brace pipe shall be 1.25-inch, schedule 40 (1.66-inch O.D., 2.27 lb./ft). Brace clamps and fittings shall be galvanized.

PART 3: EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

A. Drive steel fence posts into the ground to the depth shown on the Drawings or until the anchor plate is slightly below the ground surface. Posts shall be driven plumb. When rock formations prevent driving remove anchor plate and drill holes a minimum of 18 inches deep and slightly smaller than the diameter of the post. Drive posts solidly into the holes.

B. Wire: Stretch tightly and staple to wood posts or securely attach to steel posts with standard wire clips.

Wire is properly stretched when it is springy to the touch. Drive staples into wood until the staple comes in contact with the wire against the post, but not so tight as to crimp the wire. Do not drive staples parallel to the grain of the wood. Terminate wire at each end post, gate post, corner post, or stress panel by wrapping wire around the post two times and tie off by uniformly wrapping the incoming wire a minimum of four times.

C. Brace Wires: All panels shall be wrapped with two complete wraps of barbless wire and twisted tight with a tensioning device (wood stay stick, rebar, or digger link). Leave one end of the tensioning device long enough to fasten behind the horizontal brace to prevent wire from unwinding.

D. Corner Panel, Stress Panel, and End Panel Assemblies: Construct as shown on the Drawings or as staked in the field. Construct stress panels on crests of hills, and a maximum of 1320 feet center-to-center for barbed wire. In addition, stress panels are required at points between which wire is to be stretched.

Construct end panels at the end of fence runs and on each side of a gate unless shown otherwise on the Maps or Drawings.

E. Rock Jacks: With the approval of the Contracting Officer, steel rock jacks may be used in lieu of steel end panels, corner panels, and stress panels where rock formations prevent dug holes. Rock jacks will be paid for at the same unit price as the substituted item. Construct as shown on the Drawings. Figure fours shall not be used in place of line posts.

F. Gates: Shall be installed according to the Work Data Sheet and the Drawings. Fulcrum-type gate openers shall be installed on all gates using 4-foot-long wood stays, or as approved by the Contracting Officer.

Wire Gates: Shall be constructed of smooth wire, wood stays, and wire stays. Gate should be constructed to a width of 14’ unless otherwise noted by flagged area at project site.

G. Wood Stay Installation: Shall be installed at the spacing and quantities as shown on the Work Data Sheet.

Stays shall be secured with 1.75” staples. Drive staples into wood until the staple comes in contact with the wire against the stay, but not so tight as to crimp the wire.

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H. Items or debris (including layout flags), not designated as salvage for return to the government, shall become the property of the Contractor. The Contractor is responsible for the disposal of materials in a legal manner and the payments of all disposal fees. Burning of removed materials is not permitted on the work site.

I. Steel Pipe Assemblies: Steel pipe panels shall be constructed in accordance with the Drawings and will include galvanized pipe caps on the tops of the structures. If loose soil conditions cause corner panels to lift when the fence wire is stretched, a steel post shall be driven parallel and adjacent to the corner pipe a minimum of 2'-6" deep and wired to the panels. When rock formations prevent driving pipe, drill holes 18 inches deep and the same diameter as the pipe. Drive pipe solidly into the holes.

PART 4 - MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

4.1 METHOD OF MEASUREMENT

A. Units: The work described in this Section will be measured and paid for by the linear foot for each type of fence constructed or repaired as measured along the ground surface next to the completed fence or as measured with GPS as indicated in the Order, including distance across gate openings; end, stress, and corner panels; and drainage crossings. The quantities of end, stress, and corner panels, gates, rock cribs, and stiles to be paid for will be the actual number of these items. Note: Gates do not include adjacent end or corner panels. These are separate items.

4.2 BASIS OF PAYMENT

A. Payment: Prices and payment will be full compensation for the work described in this Section. Payment will be made under:

Pay Item Description Quantity Pay Unit

Temporary Fence Construction – South Tom

1 3-wire Fence Construction 22.0’ Spacing (Feet) 32,625 Feet 2 Wildlife Markers (5 per 22') 32,625 Feet 3 Barbed Wire Gate (4-Wire) 3 Each 4 EZ Fence Corner Panel 13 Each 5 EZ Fence End Panel 6 Each 6 EZ Fence Stress Panel 8 Feet

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Pay Item Description Quantity Pay

Unit

Permanent Fence Construction – South Coy

7 4-wire (Smooth) Fence Construction 16.0’ Spacing 675 Feet

8 Smooth Wire Gate (4-Wire) 1 Each 9 Steel Tube Gate (8’ Vehicle & 4’ Pedestrian) 2 Each 10 5 Post Corner (Pipe) 3 Each

11 4-wire (3-wire barbed, 1-wire smooth) Fence Construction 16.5’ Spacing 12,865 Feet

12 Wildlife Markers (5 per 16') 12,865 Feet 13 Barb Wire Gate (3-wire) 3 Each 14 3 Post End Panel (Pipe) 8 Each 15 Stress Panel (Pipe) 8 Each

END OF SECTION 02824

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PART 5 – WORK DATA SHEETS

SECTION 02824 WIRE FENCES AND GATES

5.1 TEMPORARY FENCE CONSTRUCTION (SOUTH TOM FENCE)

Fence Type: 32,625 feet of 3-wire fence, 1-strand smooth wire, and 2 strands barbed wire with 22.0' max steel post spacing. Posts spacing will be such that consistent wire spacing is maintained in variable terrain.

Type of Top Wire: 12 ½ gauge barbed.

Type of Intermediate Wire: 12 ½ gauge barbed.

Type of Bottom Wire: 12 ½ gauge smooth

Wire locations/dimensions in inches (typical spacing):

12" (Top) 10" (Middle) 18" (Bottom)

Line Post Spacing (L): 22.0’ feet maximum. Posts spacing will be such that consistent wire spacing is maintained in variable terrain.

Stay Spacing: None.

Length of steel line post: 5 foot 6 inches

Depth of 5’6” steel line post in ground: 1 foot 6 inches

Depth of 7’0” Steel Post in ground: 2 foot 6 inches

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS

Temporary fence project segments have been flagged on steel posts. Red flags indicate structures (corners, gates).

Stress Panels locations are not flagged, general locations are depicted on the map. White flags indicate fence line between structures.

Flagging tape, provided by the Government, shall be permanently tied to top and second wires in an alternating fashion to aid in visual identification of fence wires for wildlife (wildlife markers). Flagging tape shall be 1’ in length and be placed at a rate of 5 per 22’ line post section.

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5.2 NEW PERMANENT FENCE (SOUTH COY FENCE)

Fence Type: 12,865 feet of 3-wire fence, 2-strands barb, 1-strand smooth wire with 16.5' max steel post spacing. Posts spacing will be such that consistent wire spacing is maintained in variable terrain.

675 feet of 4-wire smooth fence with 16.5' max steel post spacing. Posts spacing will be such that consistent wire spacing is maintained in variable terrain.

Wire locations/dimensions in inches (typical spacing): Type of Wire:

10" (Top) 12 ½ gauge barbed.

6" (Middle) 12 ½ gauge barbed.

6” (Middle) 12 ½ gauge barbed 18" (Bottom) 12 ½ gauge smooth

10" (Top) 12 ½ gauge smooth 6" (Middle) 12 ½ gauge smooth 6" (Middle) 12 ½ gauge smooth 18" (Bottom) 12 ½ gauge smooth

Line Post Spacing (L): 16.5’feet maximum. Posts spacing will be such that consistent wire spacing is maintained in variable terrain.

Wire Stay Spacing: 1 wire stay evenly spaced between each line post.

Length of steel line post: 5 foot 6 inches

Depth of steel line post in ground: 1 foot 6 inches

Depth of Steel Pipe in ground: 3 foot 3 inches

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS

New permanent fence project segments have been flagged on steel posts. Red flags indicate structures (corners, gates). Stress Panels locations are not flagged, general locations are depicted on the map. White flags indicate fence line between structures.

Reflective clip-on wildlife fence markers shall be installed on the top and second wires in an alternating fashion to aid in visual identification of fence wires for wildlife. Markers shall be installed on the 12,865’ barbed wire fence only at a rate of 5 per 16.5’ line post section.

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5.3 EXISTING TEMPORARTY FENCE REMOVAL

Fence Type: None

Returned Material Packaging

Type

3-Wire Fence

Removal 22’0”

Spacing

Barbed Wire

Gate (4- Wire)

Easy Fence End

Panels

Easy Fence Corner Panels

Easy Fence Stress Panels

Steel Rock Jacks

Wildlife Fence Markers Removal

Quantity None None None None None None None

Returned Bundling

Specifications

Contractor will recycle or dispose of all wire, steel stays, 7' T-posts and hose clamps.

Unbent 5'6" T-posts shall be bundled in 200 count units and secured with a minimum of 3 wraps of smooth wire.

Wire and wood disposed of.

H’s and A’s bundled separately in 10 per bundle.

H’s and A’s bundled separately in 10 per bundle.

H’s and A’s bundled separately in 10 per bundle.

Each unit disassembled and bound securely with a minimum of 3 wraps of smooth wire.

Bolts reinserted and loosely tightened.

Contractor will dispose of damaged markers. All other markers will be bundled in bags or boxes approximately 500 per unit.

PART 6 - SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS

6.1 SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS

A. New fence project segment has been flagged on steel posts. Red flags indicate structures (corners, gates).

Stress Panels locations are not flagged, general locations are depicted on the map. White flags indicate fence line between structures. General fence repair segments and repair items and structures have been identified on project maps. Individual posts, wire, and structures needing repair or replacement will not be flagged. Contractor and Project Inspector will work together in assuring the items can be identified on the ground.

B. Wildlife fence wire markers shall be installed on both new temporary and permanent fencing at a rate of 5 markers per line post section or as otherwise specified within Part 5-Work Data Sheets

C. Items removed from fence: Wood removed from fence can either be packed out or cut into small sections and scattered away from existing fence line. Steel T-posts, wire and wildlife markers which are not reusable must be removed from worksite and disposed of in a proper manner by contractor.

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D. If applicable, EXISTING TEMPORARTY FENCE REMOVAL will be completed first to reduce additional material transportation costs. Barbed wire, smooth wire and hose clamps will not be reused from removal project.

E. Only rocks within the immediate proximity of the fence line will be used in the construction or repair of rock jack structures. Rocks near land survey markers of any kind shall not be disturbed for the construction or repair of any fence segments.

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SECTION D: PACKAGING AND MARKING

Packaging and marking of deliverables shall be IAW the Contractor’s standard commercial practices.

SECTION E: INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

E.1 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference (Feb 1998)

This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es): https://www.acquisition.gov/browse/index/far#

Clause Title Date 52.246-12 Inspection of Construction August 1996 52.246-13 Inspection -- Dismantling, Demolition, or Removal of Improvements August 1996

E.2 Final Inspection and Acceptance

Final completion of the punch list items, submission of all required submittals, and final cleanup of the project site shall be completed before the contract’s required completion date. The Contracting Officer or his/her designated representative will perform final inspection. Acceptance of the work will occur only upon written notice of acceptance by the ordering Contracting Officer, or any other Warranted Contracting Officer employed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and performing authorized duties in conjunction with this contract.

E.3 ACCEPTANCE

Final inspection and acceptance of all items/services to be delivered under this contract shall be the responsibility of the Contracting Officer. Quality of work is subject to verification by the COR, with final payment to be withheld pending completion of any necessary rework by the Contractor.

SECTION F: DELIVERIES OR PERFORMANCE

F.1 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference (Feb 1998)

This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es): https://www.acquisition.gov/browse/index/far#

Clause Title Date 52.211-13 Time Extensions September 2000 52.211-18 Variation in Estimated Quantity April 1984 52.236-11 Use and Possession Prior to Completion April 1984 https://www.acquisition.gov/browse/index/far#

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F.2 52.211-10 Commencement, Prosecution, and Completion of Work (Apr 1984)

The Contractor shall be required to (a) commence work under this contract within 5 calendar days after the date the Contractor receives the notice to proceed, (b) prosecute the work diligently, and (c) complete the entire work ready for use not later than 47 days after receipt of Notice to Procced. *The time stated for completion shall include final cleanup of the premises.

*The Government recognizes that seasonal climatic conditions may occur that restrict or prohibit normal construction activities. The anticipated length of the seasonal delay for this project is 0 days. This number of days has been included in calculating the stated period of performance. Therefore, the contract period of performance will not be extended due to normal seasonal weather delays.

F.3 52.211-12 Liquidated Damages--Construction (Apr 1984)

(a) If the Contractor fails to complete the work within the time specified in the contract, the Contractor shall pay liquidated damages to the Government in the amount of $800.00 for each calendar day of delay until the work is completed or accepted.

(b) If the Government terminates the Contractor's right to proceed, liquidated damages will continue to accrue until the work is completed. These liquidated damages are in addition to excess costs of repurchase under the Termination clause.

F.4 Simultaneous Performance

If a Contractor receives award of more than one contract, simultaneous performance will be required. All work must be completed within the timeframe allowed for each contract.

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SECTION G: CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION DATA

G.1 Authorities and Delegations (Sep 2011)

(a) The Contracting Officer is the only individual authorized to enter into or terminate this contract, modify any term or condition of this contract, waive any requirement of this contract, or accept nonconforming work.

(b) The Contracting Officer will designate a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) at time of award.

The COR will be responsible for technical monitoring of the contractor's performance and deliveries. The COR will be appointed in writing, and a copy of the appointment will be furnished to the Contractor.

Changes to this delegation will be made by written changes to the existing appointment or by issuance of a new appointment.

(c) The COR is not authorized to perform, formally or informally, any of the following actions:

(1) Promise, award, agree to award, or execute any contract, contract modification, or notice of intent that changes or may change this contract.

(2) Waive or agree to modification of the delivery schedule.

(3) Make any final decision on any contract matter subject to the Disputes Clause.

(4) Terminate, for any reason, the Contractor's right to proceed.

(5) Obligate in any way, the payment of money by the Government.

(d) The Contractor shall comply with the written or oral direction of the Contracting Officer or authorized representative(s) acting within the scope and authority of the appointment memorandum.

The Contractor need not proceed with direction that it considers having been issued without proper authority. The Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer in writing, with as much detail as possible, when the COR has taken an action or has issued direction (written or oral) that the Contractor considers to exceed the COR's appointment, within 3 days of the occurrence. Unless otherwise provided in this contract, the Contractor assumes all costs, risks, liabilities, and consequences of performing any work it is directed to perform that falls within any of the categories defined in paragraph (c) prior to receipt of the Contracting Officer's response issued under paragraph (e) of this clause.

(e) The Contracting Officer shall respond in writing within 30 days to any notice made under paragraph (d) of this clause. A failure of the parties to agree upon the nature of a direction, or upon the contract action to be taken with respect thereto, shall be subject to the provisions of the Disputes clause of this contract.

(f) The Contractor shall provide copies of all correspondence to the Contracting Officer and the COR.

(g) Any action(s) taken by the Contractor, in response to any direction given by any person acting on behalf of the Government or any Government official other than the Contracting Officer or the COR acting within his or her appointment, shall be at the Contractor's risk.

G.2 Electronic Invoicing and Payment Requirements - Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) (Apr 2013)

Payment requests must be submitted electronically through the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Internet Payment Platform System (IPP).

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"Payment request" means any request for contract financing payment or invoice payment by the Contractor.

To constitute a proper invoice, the payment request must comply with the requirements identified in the applicable Prompt Payment clause included in the contract, or the clause 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions- Commercial Items included in commercial item contracts. The IPP website address is https://www.ipp.gov.

Under this contract, the following documents are required to be submitted as an attachment to the IPP invoice:

(a) Copy of Company Generated Invoice.

(b) Substantiation Forms are to be submitted with progress payments only.

(c) Release of Claims shall be submitted with the final payment only.

The Contractor must use the IPP website to register, access and use IPP for submitting requests for payment. The Contractor Government Business Point of Contact will receive enrollment instructions via email from the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston (FRBB) within 3 - 5 business days of the contract award date. Contractor assistance with enrollment can be obtained by contacting the IPP Production Helpdesk via email ippgroup@bos.frb.org or phone (866) 973-3131.

If the Contractor is unable to comply with the requirement to use IPP for submitting invoices for payment, the Contractor must submit a waiver request in writing to the Contracting Officer with its proposal or quotation.

G.3 Local Internet Payment Platform (IPP) Hotline

To check payment status, contact the Payment Hotline at 877-480-9724 or 303-236-2850. You will need to leave a message with the following information:

1. Company Name

2. Contract Number

3. Invoice Number

4. Invoice Amount

5. A brief description of why you are calling

6. Your contact information

If you do not receive a callback from the Payment Hotline within 72 hours, please contact the Contracting Officer with the day and time you contacted the Payment Hotline.

G.4 Government Point of Contact

Tom Parsons tparsons@blm.gov Bureau of Land Management 1387 S Vinnell Way Boise, ID 83709 Telephone (208) 373-3911 http://www.ipp.gov./ mailto:ippgroup@bos.frb.org

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SECTION H - SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

H.1 Work Hours

The performance period established for this contract is based upon all work being conducted during regular working hours between 7:00 am and 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday, excluding government holidays. If the Contractor desires to carry on work outside regular hours, including Saturdays, Sundays, and government holidays, a request must be submitted to the Contracting Officer in sufficient time to allow satisfactory arrangements to be made by the Government for access to the work site and inspection.

In addition to any holidays declared by Executive Orders, the following Federal Legal Holidays are observed:

New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, President’s Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day

H.2 Communications

“Time” for communications received after 3:00 pm, after 12:00 pm locally on Fridays, or after 12:00 pm locally prior to a holiday will not start until the next business day. All times are local Mountain time.

H.3 Fire Danger Season

If the COR allows the Contractor to continue work during periods of declared fire danger or season, the Contractor shall comply with all applicable state laws relating to fire prevention and with all special conditions of work as directed by the COR.

H.4 Drawings

(a) Typical Drawings. Any drawings titled typical are general only and dimensions of each structure will be fixed by the Contracting Officer to adapt the design to existing conditions at the structure location.

(b) Reduced Size Drawings. Any drawings identified as "REDUCED SIZE DRAWINGS" appearing in the solicitation are photographically reduced in size. Accordingly, measurements and dimensions should not be taken or be based on any numerical scales shown. Prospective bidders desiring to review a copy of the full-size drawings may contact the Contracting Officer identified in the solicitation.

H.5 Preservation of Historical and Archeological Data

(a) The Historic and Archeological Data Preservation Act of 1974 provides for the preservation of historical and archeological data that might otherwise be lost as the result of alterations to the terrain caused by a federal or federally licensed activity or program.

(b) If, in connection with operations under this contract, the Contractor, subcontractors, or the employees of any of them, discovers, encounters or becomes aware of any possible historical or archeological data, objects or sites of cultural value on the project area, such as historical ruins, graves or grave markers, fossils, or artifacts, the Contractor shall immediately suspend all operations in the vicinity of the cultural value and shall notify the Contracting Officer in writing, giving the location and nature of the findings.

No objects of cultural resource value may be removed.

(c) Where appropriate by reason of discovery, the Contracting Officer may order delays in the time of performance and/or changes in the work. If such delays and/or changes are ordered, the time of performance and contract price shall be adjusted in accordance with the Changes clause.

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(d) The Contractor will be responsible for…