BLM-CO - Dry Creek Basin Fence

BLM-CO - Dry Creek Basin Fence

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This is a pre-solicitation synopsis for removal and installation of barbed wire fence. Quotes are not being accepted at this time. A hosted pre-bid site tour has been scheduled for 2 June 2021 at 10:00 AM. Meet us at the Basin Store Kiosk if you are interested in learning more and checking out the site conditions. The government estimate the rough order of magnitude of this project to be between $25K - $100K.

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Description: A.1.1 PROJECT OBJECTIVES: The objective of the Dry Creek Basin FY21 Dry Creek Basin Fence Replacement project is to remove approximately 1.52 miles (8,030 feet) of existing barbed wire fencing and reconstruct the 1.52 miles (8,030 feet) of fence to meet BLM wildlife friendly fence requirements. The project will also remove .99 miles (5,236 feet) of unused wood post fencing. The projects purpose is to improve habitat for Gunnison Sage Grouse by removing perches for raptors and corvids and to decrease the risk of collision. The project consists of removal and reconstruction of 8,030 feet of fencing. The existing fence is wooden posts and 5 or 6-strand barbed wire and some woven wire. Contractors are to provide all labor, supplies, and equipment to remove existing fencing and construct new fence to BLM standards.

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A.1.2 - LOCATION OF PROJECT: The project is located in Dry Creek Basin (Map 1). The project can be accessed from Dove Creek (south of project) or Naturita (north of the project), Colorado, on Hwy 141. Traveling on Hwy 141, at San Miguel County Road U29, turn west. Stay on road U29W for approximately 4 miles to the intersection of San Miguel County Road U29 and 25R, turn south for 1.5 miles and arrive at the east end of the fence to be replaced. (see Project Location Map).

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Basic Contracting Requirements:

1. Active Registration- www.sam.gov

2. Invoicing and Payment - www.ipp.gov - 14 day prompt pay

3. FAR Part 13 - Simplified Acquisition Procedures

4. FAR Part 25 - Construction

5. Davis Bacon Act Wages for San Miguel County, CO

6. Bid, Performance and Payment Bonding - 20% of price

7. Total Small Business Set-Aside for 238990 - Size Std: $16.5M

8. Award Criteria - Low Price Technically Acceptable with a thorough review of your technical response to be sure you have the experience and resources to perform this task.

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POC: Contracting Officer Robert Hall - rhall@blm.gov - 970-876-9038 - Please email RSVP to me if you plan to come to the pre-bid.