Recovery - lolo west zone bridge replacement - lolo national forest

RECOVERY - West Zone Bridge Repairs - This project will repair two (2) bridges on the west zone of the Lolo National Forest. One bridge is located on FH 56, Thompson River road, at MP 6.50, West fork Thompson River. The bridge will have both (2) timber span sections replaced, as well as the sills and backwalls for these spans. The running planks, curb, and steel rail will be replaced on the entire bridge and approach rail on south end. The other bridge is located near Haugan, MT on FSR 386, Big Creek road, at MP 1.20, Big Creek. This bridge will have the timber caps replaved at both abutments. This bridge will have the treated timber caps removed and replaced with glu-lam treated timber caps. This work will require removal of brace and drift bolts prior to the jacking and removal and replacement of caps.



The bridge on FH 56, Thompson River road is located approximately 12 miles ENE of Thompson Falls, NT. Approximately 5 miles east of Thompson Falls on Highway 200, turn north onto FH 56, and the project is located at MP 6.5, West Fork Thompson River Bridge. The bridge on FSR 386, Big Creek road, is located 1.5 miles south of Haugan, MT. From the I90 interchange, proceed south on FSR 386 to MP 1.2, Big Creek Bridge site.



There is no pre-bid/pre-conference scheduled for this effort. Questions regarding the project may be directed to Nate Kegel, Superior Ranger District, at (406) 822-3927.



The project cost estimate is between $25,000 and $100,000. Performance and payment bonds will be required per the Miller Act and Davis Bacon wage rates will apply.



All responsible sources may submit a bid which will be considered by the Government. In accordance with FAR 4.1102(a), prospective contractors must be registered in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) database prior to award of a contract. Lack of registration in the CCR on part of the offeror will render an offeror ineligible for award. Offerors may obtain information on registration and annual confirmation requirements by calling 888-227-2423 or via the Internet at http://www.ccr.gov//.



THE SOLICITATION PACKAGE AND ALL SPECIFICATIONS WILL BE POSTED ON 25 FEBRUARY 2010.