Clark AVE Sewer Line Replacement

Justification for Other than Full and Open Competition

This document justifies the use of other than full and open competition for a firm-fixed price contract to procure an emergency sewer line repair for the Paonia Ranger District's living quarters. The repair is essential for public health and safety and to reestablish the full function of the USDA Forest Service property.

• Replacement of approximately 76 feet of broken clay sewer pipe with a 4-inch diameter PVC pipe.

• Excavation through approximately six feet of asphalt road owned by the Town of Paonia.

• Pipe connections from existing residential sewer line to the Town of Paonia's main sewer line.

• Installation of two clean outs.

• Backfilling of all open trenches.

• Road repairs.

• Acquisition of all necessary permits.

• The contractor must be licensed in the State of Colorado.

• Contract type: Firm-fixed price.

• Authority cited: 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) as implemented by FAR 6.103-2 (Unusual and Compelling Urgency).

This document is a justification for a sole-source award due to urgency, not a solicitation for proposals. Market research was conducted, indicating capable vendors exist, but meeting the urgent timeline was a concern for full and open competition.

Not applicable, as this is a justification for other than full and open competition.

• The broken sewer line is currently preventing tenants from using the facilities and poses a health hazard.
• DARE-CASE Contracting Services is identified as the contractor with the necessary capabilities and expertise to respond immediately.
• The Forest Service plans to engage with contractors to remove barriers for future acquisitions, such as providing information on SAM enrollment and UEI number acquisition.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Justification for Other than Full and Open Competition (J&A) for Identification Number 1240LT26Q0040. It outlines the need for an emergency sewer line repair to ensure public health and safety at the Paonia Ranger District's living quarters. The repair involves replacing approximately 76 feet of broken clay sewer pipe with PVC pipe, requiring excavation through asphalt, pipe connections, backfilling, and road repairs. The statutory authority cited for this action is 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1), implemented by FAR 6.103-2, due to "Unusual and Compelling Urgency."

This document is relevant to potential bidders as it explains why the Forest Service is pursuing a contract on a basis other than full and open competition. It details the specific emergency repair needed, the scope of work involved (including excavation, pipe replacement, and road repair), and the justification for the urgency. While it does not solicit bids directly, it provides context for a specific procurement action driven by an immediate need to restore essential facilities and prevent health hazards. The document also mentions that market research was conducted, and steps will be taken in future acquisitions to remove barriers to competition.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Justification for Other than Full and Open Competition (J&A) for Identification Number 1240LT26Q0040, issued by the United States Department of Agriculture, Forest Service. It outlines the rationale for awarding a firm-fixed-price contract for an emergency sewer line repair without full and open competition, citing "Unusual and compelling urgency" as the statutory authority (10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) as implemented by FAR 6.103-2).

This document is relevant to potential bidders as it explains why a specific procurement is not being competed broadly. It details the urgent need for a sewer line repair at the Paonia Ranger District's living quarters to ensure public health and safety. The required work includes replacing approximately 76 feet of broken clay sewer pipe with a 4-inch diameter PVC pipe, excavation, pipe connections to the Town of Paonia's main sewer line, installation of clean outs, backfilling, road repairs, and permit acquisition. The estimated cost (IGCE) for this contract is $22,250. The document identifies DARE-CASE Contracting Services as a contractor with the unique qualifications and immediate response capability to address this emergency. Market research was conducted, indicating potential capable vendors exist, but the urgency and timeline for repair were key factors in the decision to sole-source. The agency plans to take actions to remove future competition barriers by providing information on SAM enrollment and UEI acquisition.