Water System ConstructionValley of Fires Recreat

Added: Jun 28, 2016 12:54 pm Modified: Jul 20, 2016 5:42 pmTrack Changes AMENDMENT 0005 IS HEREBY ISSUED TO REFLECT THE FOLLOWING:



CLARIFICATION ON BID ITEMS 060, 080 AND 100



1) For Bid Item 060 - 10,969 is the estimated quantity of 2" Polyethylene Pipe.



2) There is an error on the bid schedule for Bid Item 080. The quantity should only be 1 Pressure Reducing Valve & Installation, not 22.



3) For Bid Item 100, the plans show 22 Sanitary Yard Hydrants, that number is correct.

Added: Jun 28, 2016 12:54 pm Modified: Jul 19, 2016 9:41 amTrack Changes AMENDMENT 0004 IS HEREBY ISSUED TO REFLECT THE FOLLOWING:



1. Update Evaluation Factor 1 from "provide a list of at least three (3) projects completed in the past seven (5) years" to "provide a list of at least three (3) projects completed in the past five (5) years...."



2. The Bureau of Land Management is requiring contractors to have a GF-98 New Mexico Contracting license, which requires four (4) years experience.

Added: Jun 28, 2016 12:54 pm Modified: Jul 18, 2016 3:56 pmTrack Changes AMENDMENT 0003 IS HEREBY ISSUED TO REFLECT THE FOLLOWING:



1. Update Wage Determination from Heavy to Highway. See attached General Decision Number: NM160050, dated 1/8/16

Added: Jun 28, 2016 12:54 pm Modified: Jul 18, 2016 11:27 amTrack Changes AMENDMENT 0002 IS HEREBY ISSUED TO REFLECT THE FOLLOWING:



1. QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS OF PRE-BID TOUR AT VALLEY OF FIRES RECREATIONAL AREA



Q. Should Past Performance Reference (Form 1420) be submitted directly to you or should this be included with the proposal?

A. Form 1420 should be submitted with the proposal.



Q. Will proposals be submitted to: BLM-NM-Ro Puerco Field, 100 Sun Ave. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109?

A. Proposals can be submitted to BLM-NMSO, Attention: Anna Salas-Waldo, 100 Sun Avenue NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109 or by email at asalas@blm.gov.



Q. Are we to submit 1 original and 1 copy (2 total) of both the Volume 1 and 2; or 1 original of Volume 1 and 2?

A. One (1) original of Volume 1 and 2 shall be submitted.



Q. Is there going to be Density Testing?

A. Yes, as per the contract specifications the contractor will be required to take density's during the compaction process.



Q. Will the Bureau of Land Management provide water?

A. No, as per the specifications the contractor will need to provide all water necessary for the completion of the project, the contractor may need to coordinate with the City of Carrizozo.



Q. Will the park be closed?

A. Yes, Valley of Fires Recreational Area will be closed 45 days during construction.



Q. Will the Bureau of Land Management locate utilities?

A. No, the contractor shall be responsible for locating all utilities on the project.



Q. Does the Bureau of Land Management have a permit from the New Mexico Department of Transportation?

A. Yes the Bureau of Land Management currently has a Temporary R/W permit; however, the contractor will need to list the NMDOT as additionally insured. Please see the contract specifications.



Q. How old is the existing pipeline?

A. The existing pipeline is 20 years old.



Q. Will all frost freeze hydrants be replaced?

A. Yes, all existing frost freeze hydrants will be replaced with sanitary yard hydrant.



In regards to the required license GF-98. The GF-9 license should be acceptable as it is the portion of the GF-98 that covers utility lines and water systems. The other GF classifications 1-8, cover many fixed works items not included in this project, such as railroads, airports etc.



The Bureau of Land Management will keep the requirement of the New Mexico GF-98 Construction Industries Licensing requirement; for the following reasons:



GF-98 Requires licensure in classifications GF-1 through GF-9, which include experience working with Utility Lines & Systems (including water systems) and experience working in Recreational Areas (including public campgrounds).



GF-98 Requires four (4) years of experience.

Added: Jun 28, 2016 12:54 pm Modified: Jun 30, 2016 1:12 pmTrack Changes AMENDMENT 0001 IS HEREBY ISSUED TO REFLECT THE FOLLOWING:



1. PER FAR CLAUSE 36.204 DISCLOSURE OF THE MAGNITUDE OF CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS -- THE ESTIMATED PRICE RANGE IS BETWEEN $100,000 AND $250,000.

Added: Jun 28, 2016 12:54 pm This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested. This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-88. This is a total small business set-aside under NAICS 237110 (size standard $36.5).



The Bureau of Land Management, Roswell District Office through the New Mexico State Office has a requirement for water line reconstruction at the Valley of Fires Recreation Area located in Carrizozo, New Mexico. The period of performance for this contract is 45 days after notice to proceed. The Government intends to award the contract to a responsible party whose proposal is responsive and provides "Best Value to the Government" on a Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis.



Offers are being accepted via electronic mail to asalas@blm.gov or facsimile at (505) 761-8911. Offers must be submitted via company letter head, referencing this RFP, and are due no later than 4:30PM Mountain Standard Time on July 28, 2016. For information regarding this RFP, please contact Anna Salas-Waldo, by email (preferred) to asalas@blm.gov, telephone (505) 761-8711, fax (505) 761-8911.