Amendment_1__-_Solicitation_W912ES-16-T-0090.pdf

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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

Winnie Dam Campground - Tree stump removal and landscaping project

The purpose of this amendment is to change the landscaping project (CLIN 0002) in the Statement of Work/Specifications. The quantity of topsoil has been reduced and only topsoil is needed. The requirement for seeding, fertilizing and mulching has been deleted. Please see the attached Statement of Work/Specification Revision. All w ork must be completed by August 15, 2016. Changes are show n in red.

The solicitation's closing date has been extended to 11:00 AM CDT on Thursday, June 16, 2016.

1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

J 1 7

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

16C. DATE SIGNED

BY 10-Jun-2016

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 W912ES-16-T-0090

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

25-May-2016

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 X is extended, 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

10-Jun-2016

CODE

CONTRACTING DIVISION

USACE - ST PAUL

180 5TH STREET EAST

SUITE 700

ST. PAUL MN 55101-1678

W912ES 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than item 6)

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.

CODE

See Item 6

FACILITY CODECODE

EMAIL:TEL:

W912ES-16-T-0090

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:

REVISED SOW/SPECIFICATIONS

STATEMENT OF WORK / SPECIFICATIONS – REVISED

Winnie Dam Campground Stump Grinding and Landscaping Services

1. General: The contractor shall supply and provide all equipment, labor, supervision, and materials necessary to grind tree stumps and deliver topsoil to the Winnie Dam Campground area. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (COE) Winnie Dam Recreation Area and Campground is located northwest of Deer River, Minnesota in Itasca County, MN. All work shall conform to local, county, and State laws and codes. See attachments for campground information. The Winnie Dam Campground is situated in the heart of northern Minnesota's lake country on scenic Winnibigoshish Lake in the Chippewa National Forest. A site visit is recommended prior to submitting a quote.

2. Measurement and Payment: Payment will be made upon completion and acceptance of the contracted work. The contractor must submit a detailed invoice along with the topsoil purchase invoice to the Section Supervisor, Jeff Steere, for payment at the following address: US Army Corps of Engineers, Mississippi Headwaters Office, PO Box 625, 34385 US Highway 2 West, Grand Rapids, Minnesota 55744 or emailed to antonia.v.huber@usace.army.mil

3. Project Area: The campground covers approximately 8 acres and is highlighted in pink on the campground map attachment.

4. Electrical Locate: The Contractor is responsible for locating all electrical lines.

5. Stump Grinding: The contractor shall supply all equipment, labor and materials necessary to grind and remove approximately 240 tree stumps from the Winnie Dam Campground. There are approximately 100 Red Oak tree stumps that range in size from 16 to 24 inches in diameter and a few (less than 10) larger Red Pine stumps that are up to 30 inches in diameter. The remaining 100 plus tree stumps range in size from 6 to 12 inches in diameter. All stumps are no taller than 3 feet from ground height. The tree stumps shall be grounded down 3 inches below the surrounding ground surface. Any holes created by the stump grinding must be backfilled with screened topsoil (supplied by contractor) so that the finished height is level with adjacent terrain.

6. Tree Stump Debris: All ungrounded tree stump portions and stump grindings must be removed and disposed of at an off‐site location according to the local, County and State of Minnesota disposal codes.

7. Delivery Topsoil: All stump grinding and removal of ungrounded tree stumps shall be completed prior to delivery of the topsoil.

8. Topsoil Delivery: The Contractor shall supply and deliver a total of 400 yards of rock –free screened topsoil. The topsoil shall consist of a minimum 20% organic matter with no more than 20% clay. COE staff will place 3 foot high flagged stakes throughout the campground to identify the locations where the Contractor shall dump a load of 12 to 15 yards of topsoil. If the Contractor will be delivering the topsoil in larger truck loads, the Contractor must coordinate with Jeff Steere (at 651‐290‐5808) for an adjustment in delivery locations (number of flagged stakes). The Contractor is responsible for removing all topsoil that is spilled on the gravel campsites, driveways or roadways. The area to receive top soil is highlighted in pink on the attached campground map. The Contractor shall provide a sample of the topsoil to the Jeff Steere for approval before spreading on the work site.

9. Disposal: All materials shall be disposed of off‐site in accordance with all local, County and State of Minnesota disposal codes.

10. Submittals: The Contractor shall provide trucking receipts showing the yards of topsoil delivered.

11. Site Visit: Contractors are encouraged to visit the site prior to bidding. Site visits must be scheduled in advance.

Hours: 8:00 AM ‐ 4:30 PM, Monday – Friday excluding Federal Holidays

Contact Jeff Steere, Northern Headwaters Section Supervisor at 651‐290‐5808 or Email to Jeffrey.l.steere@usace.army.mil.

12. Safety: The Contractor shall complete all work according to the Corps of Engineers’ Safety Manual, USACE EM 385‐1‐1‐ http://www.usace.army.mil/SafetyandOccupationalHealth/EM38511,2008BeingRevised.aspx.

The campground will remain open during the completion of this work and it is the responsibility of the Contractor to secure the work area from the public.

13. Insurance: The Contractor shall submit proof of insurance for Workman Compensation and Liability within 10 days after award and before any work can begin. All insurance shall be adequate to indemnify the Government from liability for injury to the Contractor’s employees and damage to Government property.

14. Schedule. All work shall be completed by August 15, 2016 and accomplished between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 6 p.m. Monday through Friday with the exception of Federal Holidays. No work shall be completed on a holiday.

15. Clean Up. The Contractor shall be responsible for removal and disposal of all tree stump debris.

Disposal of debris shall be off‐site and meet all local, County and State disposal codes.

16. Coordination. All work must be coordinated in advance with Jeff Steere at 651‐290‐5808 or via email Jeffrey.l.steere@usace.army.mil.

17. Initial Meeting. A pre‐work meeting shall be held at Winnie Dam Campground within 10 days of contract award.

18. Contractor’s Notice: The Contractor shall give a one week notice prior to start of work in order for the park staff to place a “Hold” on the campsites directly affected by work on this project. The

Contractor shall contact Jeff Steere at 651‐290‐5808 or email Jeffrey.l.steere@usace.army.mil with their work schedule.

19. Sanitary Facilities. Outdoor restrooms and water spigots are available on site.

20. Project Location: The US Army Corps’ Winnie Dam Campground is located 17 miles northwest of Deer River, Minnesota off of County Road 9, Fire Number 56787 on the northeast side of Lake Winnibigoshish in north central Minnesota.

Address: Winnie Dam Campground

56786 County Road 9 Deer Rivers, MN 56636 218‐326‐6128

21. See Attachments:

1. Map of Winnie Dam Campground

2. Photo 1 – Winnie Dam Campground

3. Photo 2 – Winnie Dam Campground

SECTION SF 1449 - CONTINUATION SHEET

SOLICITATION/CONTRACT FORM

The required response date/time has changed from 10-Jun-2016 11:00 AM to 16-Jun-2016 11:00 AM.

SUPPLIES OR SERVICES AND PRICES

CLIN 0002

The CLIN description has changed from Landscape Project to Landscape Project - TOPSOIL.

The CLIN extended description has changed from Landscaping Project for Winnie Dam Campground (Topsoil, Seed, Fertilize, and Mulch). See Statement of Work / Specifications. to Landscaping Project for Winnie Dam Campground - Deliver a total of 400 yards of topsoil to the locations marked by flagged stakes. See Statement of Work / Specifications..

The pricing detail quantity has increased by 399.00 from 1.00 to 400.00.

The unit of issue has changed from Job to Cubic Yard.

DELIVERIES AND PERFORMANCE

The following Delivery Schedule item for CLIN 0001 has been changed from:

DELIVERY DATE QUANTITY SHIP TO ADDRESS UIC

15-SEP-2016 1 WINNIBIGOSHISH DAM

56787 COUNTY ROAD 9

DEER RIVER MN 56636-9358

FOB: Destination

WIN

To:

DELIVERY DATE QUANTITY SHIP TO ADDRESS UIC

15-AUG-2016 1 WINNIBIGOSHISH DAM

56787 COUNTY ROAD 9

DEER RIVER MN 56636-9358

The following Delivery Schedule item for CLIN 0002 has been changed from:

15-SEP-2016 1 WINNIBIGOSHISH DAM

56787 COUNTY ROAD 9

DEER RIVER MN 56636-9358

To:

15-AUG-2016 400 WINNIBIGOSHISH DAM

56787 COUNTY ROAD 9

DEER RIVER MN 56636-9358

The following have been modified:

NOTES TO OFFERORS

NOTES TO OFFERORS

This is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside solicitation. The Contractor’s quote shall contain sufficient information so that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) can determine that the vendor has a clear understanding of the requirements. The Contractor should be prepared to defend any discrepancies between the price quoted and a fair and reasonable estimate prepared by the Government.

NAICS CODE: 561730 Business Size Standard: $7,500,000.00

A vendor may provide a price on one or all items in this solicitation to be eligible for award. The Government will award individual CLINS based on whichever vendor provides the best value to the Government.

All potential vendors are encouraged to make a site inspection prior to quote submittal. Site visits can be arranged Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm (excluding Federal Holidays) by contacting Jeff Steere, Northern Headwaters Section Supervisor at 651-290-5808 or via Email at Jeffrey.L.Steere@usace.army.mil. Site inspections MUST be scheduled in advance.

To assure timely and equitable evaluation of quotes, contractors must follow the instructions contained herein. The quote must be complete, self-sufficient, and respond directly to the requirements of this solicitation. Quoters are encouraged to ask any questions regarding this solicitation. Technical related questions will be accepted up to 72 hours prior to the close of the solicitation. This requirement is for the acquisition of commercial services.

Submit an electronic proposal to Laura.D.Nabity@USACE.army.mil You may also deliver hand carried offers to 180 5th St East, Suite 700, St Paul, MN 55101-1678 and must be time stamped no later than the stated due date stated above.

As a department of the Federal Government of the United States the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is a tax-exempt organization. Certificate of Exemption number is 62-1642124.

Quote Preparation Instructions

1. Contractors shall complete blocks 17a, 30a, 30b, and 30c on page 1 of the SF 1449 or submit alternate document(s) containing comparable information sufficient to allow for a determination of technical sufficiency and price acceptability. In doing so, the contractor accedes to the contract terms and conditions as written in the Solicitation, with attachments.

2. Contractors shall complete and submit the Schedule of Items (CLIN). Contractors may quote on one or all CLIN items. Please note, the Government may make multiple awards, one award for each CLIN, based on the best value to the Government.

3. Quoters shall have and provide all technical submittals and information as requested in

4. Prior to award contractor must be registered with the System for Award Management System (SAM) database at https://www.sam.gov.

Electronic Quote Format All quote information shall be provided on, or formatted to, standard paper size. Electronic proposals provided via e-mail shall be submitted in Microsoft Word or Excel format or Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) as applicable. It may be necessary to send multiple emails to keep the e-mail within the firewall size of 8MB. Quotes sent in multiple e-mails shall be numbered to include the total sent, for example “E-mail 2 of 6.”

If vendors have not completed the FAR and DFARS Representation and Certification section in SAM, they must complete and return a copy of the DFARS 252.209-7991 Deviation clause and return it with their quote package. DFARS 252.209-7991 is incorporate by FULL TEXT in this solicitation, under the Clause and Provision section.

Exchanges with Offerors after Receipt of Offers/Quotes/Proposals Contractors may be asked to clarify certain aspects of their offer/quote/proposal. Clarification conducted to resolve minor or clerical errors will not constitute discussions and the Contracting

Officer reserves the right to award a contract without the opportunity for revision. The Government intends to award a single contract without discussions with respective contractors.

The Government, however, reserves the right to conduct discussions if deemed in its best interest. Required items and specifications are listed in Schedule of Items and Statement of Work.

OFFEROR SHALL BE REGISTERED IN SAM (System for Award Management) https://www.sam.gov to include the FAR and DFARS Representations and Certifications (Reps & Certs) sections with the NAICS code applicable to the solicitation.

For assistance with SAM, please contact:

1. SAM by GSA Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday 8am to 8pm ET, U.S.

Calls 866-606-8220, Service desk website: http://www.fsd.gov/

2. Minnesota PTAC (Procurement Technical Assistance Center), www.mnptac.org

612-332-6332, mnptac@mnptac.org.

Deadline for quote submissions is Thursday, June 16, 2016 at 11:00 AM CDT.

The following have been deleted:

STATEMENT OF WORK

(End of Summary of Changes)