Critical Housing Idaho City Work Center

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides clarifications and answers to vendor questions regarding the Critical Housing Deferred Maintenance – Idaho City opportunity.

• Soffit Repair (Item 36): This item has been completed. Bidders should enter '$0' for this item in the schedule.
• Work Schedule:
  • Bunkhouses: Occupied April 15th - October 31st. Flooring work must occur when unoccupied (October 31st, 2026 - April 15th, 2027).
  • Houses: Occupancy is inconsistent. Contractors must provide a 2-month lead time for occupied houses. The Forest Service prefers empty houses be completed first.
  • All work must be completed between 7 am and 7 pm.
• Furniture Moving: The contractor is responsible for moving furniture before and after construction, considered incidental to selective demolition.
• Additional Work Mentioned During Site Visit: Bidders should only bid on work explicitly in the contract. Additional work will be handled via change order after award.
• Project Solicitation: Lowman, Crawford, and Idaho City projects are solicited separately, despite similar naming due to funding.
• Handrails: Not required on sidewalks with a 5% slope or less.
• Bunkhouse Flooring: Replacing cove base is included in flooring work. Existing bathroom tile shall remain and be regrouted.
• Building 1173 (Middle Fork Bunkhouse) Siding: Bid spot repairs as shown. Replacing all siding will be negotiated via change order if necessary.
• Building 1107 (Ranger House) Sidewalk/Stairs: Due to severe deterioration, include a price to replace the sidewalk and stairs in kind. A 'Concrete Sidewalk' pay item will be added.
• Window Replacement: Includes replacing trim/casing and painting in kind. Salvaged casing may be reused.
• Lead-Based Paint (LBP): The goal is to remove LBP, not cover it. Existing siding must remain due to historic status. Interior paint has not been tested.
• Pressure Washing: Work plans must comply with OSHA and EPA regulations; contaminants are not allowed to leave the site or enter storm drains.
• Building 1167 Windows: All main floor windows are being replaced, in addition to basement windows.

Clarifications address bidding procedures, specific repair scopes, and work scheduling. A new pay item for 'Concrete Sidewalk' will be added for Building 1107.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) to solicitation 1240LT26Q0019-GAOA for the Critical Housing Idaho City Work Center, Boise National Forest, makes the following updates:

• Includes responses to questions received, labeled "A11 Idaho City Q&A 3_26_2026."

• Posts the site visit attendance sheet labeled "All Attendance Sheet Idaho City."

• The solicitation itself is amended.

• The Period of Performance is now stated as 04/01/2026 to 12/15/2027.

• The effective date of this amendment is 02/27/2026.

• Bidders are instructed to acknowledge receipt of this amendment. Failure to do so by the specified hour and date may result in offer rejection. Changes to offers already submitted are permitted via letter or electronic communication, provided it references the solicitation and amendment and is received prior to the opening hour and date.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an attendance sheet from a site visit conducted on March 11, 2026, for the "Boise NF Critical Housing Deferred Maintenance - Idaho City" opportunity. It records the names, companies, and email addresses of individuals who attended the visit.

• Names of attendees
• Companies represented by attendees
• Email addresses of attendees

This attendance sheet can help potential bidders identify other companies that may be interested in or attending the site visit for this opportunity. It also provides contact information for individuals who were present, which could be useful for networking or follow-up related to the opportunity.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This project aims to perform deferred maintenance on critical housing at the Idaho City Work Center, including remodeling of bunkhouses, single-family homes, a garage, and a storage shed.

Base Bid includes:

• 1107 Ranger House: Remodel kitchen, bedroom, bathroom; install mini-split system; replace Radon mitigation system; replace front exterior door and living room window; paint exterior walls and trim.
• 1134 Montgomery House: Remodel kitchen (cabinets, sink, vent hood, disposal, countertop); remodel bathroom and closet (including accessible transfer shower); install new front and back exterior doors; install electric wall heater on enclosed porch; install accessible sidewalk; paint exterior walls and trim.
• 1167 Montgomery House: Install new windows; repair concrete cellar; paint exterior walls and trim.
• 1173 Middle Fork Bunkhouse: Replace HVAC (2x furnace, 2x AC units); replace hot water heater.
• 1175 North Fork Bunkhouse: Replace HVAC (2x furnace, 2x AC units).
• 1179 South Fork Bunkhouse: Replace HVAC (2x furnace, 2x AC units).

Option Bid items include:

• 1135 Montgomery House: Install mini-split system; replace bay window and front door; paint exterior walls and trim.

• 1173 Middle Fork Bunkhouse: Remove existing flooring and polish concrete floors; replace all windows; replace hot water heater.

• 1175 North Fork Bunkhouse: Remove existing flooring and polish concrete floors; replace all windows.

• 1179 South Fork Bunkhouse: Remove existing flooring and polish concrete floors; replace all window blinds; spot repair soffits and drip edge.

• 1399 Detached Garage: Replace garage door; replace electric door opener.

• 1643 Storage Building: Paint all exterior walls and trim; paint exterior door.

• Anticipated Start Date: 9/15/2025

• Period of Performance: Base Bid: 17 Months

• Project Location: Idaho City Ranger District, Boise National Forest, Boise County, Idaho.

• Site Conditions: Construction site is within an administrative site occupied by staff; contractor responsible for access control. Bunkhouses are occupied seasonally or year-round; written notice required 2 weeks before work starts at each building. Construction within a single building must be continuous. Contractor must provide stream protection plan. All equipment must be pressure-washed before entering National Forest lands. Water and toilet facilities are available on site.

• Traffic Control: A traffic control plan must be submitted and approved.

• Work Camps/Staging: Areas for staging and storage require CO approval. No overnight camping.

• Specifications: Numerous sections are attached, covering measurement and payment, work restrictions, mobilization, project management, submittals, quality control, temporary traffic control, selective demolition, waste disposal, lead abatement, concrete, rough carpentry, cabinets, insulation, doors, windows, hardware, painting, gypsum board, flooring, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical systems.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ) for commercial items to procure Critical Housing Deferred Maintenance for the Idaho City Work Center, Boise National Forest. The project involves remodeling 3 bunkhouses, 4 single-family homes, a garage, and a storage shed.

• Remodeling of 3 bunkhouses, 4 single-family homes, a garage, and a storage shed.

• All line items in the Schedule of Items (SOI) must be priced.

• Construction site is within an administrative site that will be occupied by admin staff; contractor must manage access.

• Bunkhouses are occupied seasonally (mid-April to end of October), and houses are occupied year-round. Contractor must provide 2 weeks' notice before starting work on any building.

• Work on a single building must be continuous until completion.

• Contractor must provide a stream protection plan and receive COR approval before construction.

• All construction equipment must be pressure-washed before entering National Forest System lands to prevent the transport of noxious weeds.

• Traffic control must conform to the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).

• No overnight camping is allowed on site.

• Contractor must provide a responsible site superintendent.

• Award Type: Firm-fixed price.

• Estimated Magnitude: $500,000 - $1,000,000.

• Period of Performance: Work to commence within 10 days of Notice to Proceed, and completion no later than October 15, 2027.

• Quotes must be submitted via email to PPS.proposals@usda.gov by April 14, 2026, 5:00 PM CST.

• Documents must be in Microsoft Word, Excel, or Adobe PDF format, clearly identified.

• Quotations must include a Technical Proposal and a Price Quote, submitted separately.

• Evaluation Criteria: Lowest price technically acceptable. Award will be made to the contractor representing the best value to the Government.

• Evaluation Factors: Past Performance, Technical Experience, Technical and Project Management Approach, and Price.

• Quotes must be held firm for 60 calendar days from the quote receipt date.

• This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns.

• Applicable NAICS Code: 236118.

• Small business size standard: $45 Million.

• Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• Attachment 2 (Schedule of Items) must be completed and submitted with the quote.

• A bid bond is required (20% of bid price or $3 Million, whichever is less).

• For awards over $35,000, a 100% payment bond is required. For awards over $150,000, a 100% payment and performance bond are required.

• Site visit information is available in Attachment 6.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Schedule of Items (SOI) for Solicitation Number 1240LT26R0007, related to GAOA Critical Housing Deferred Maintenance at Idaho City Work Center. It outlines the base and optional items required for the project, serving as a pricing sheet for offerors.

• Base Items: Includes mobilization and various maintenance/replacement tasks for several locations: 1107 Ranger Cabin, 1134 2BR House, 1167 Montgomery, 1173 Middle Fork Bunkhouse, 1175 South Fork Bunkhouse, and 1179 North Fork Bunkhouse. Tasks include selective demolition, window replacement, flooring, painting, HVAC system upgrades, and plumbing/electrical work.
• Optional Items: Details additional work for locations including 1135 Centerville, 1173 Middle Fork Bunkhouse, 1175 South Fork Bunkhouse, 1179 North Fork Bunkhouse, 1399 Detached Garage, and 1643 Storage shed. These also involve tasks like selective demolition, window and door replacement, flooring, painting, and HVAC.
• Pricing: All listed quantities are set to 1 LS (Lump Sum), and all unit prices and total costs are currently $0.00 for both base and optional items. Offerors are instructed to input their unit prices.
• Submission: Requires offerors to provide their name, SAM UEI #, authorized signatory information, and signature, indicating commitment to the data herein.

This SOI is critical for bidders as it details the specific deferred maintenance tasks required for critical housing at the Idaho City Work Center. Bidders must use this document to input their proposed pricing for both base and optional work. The submission of a signed SOI signifies the offeror's commitment to the data and pricing provided. Offerors are responsible for verifying the accuracy of all values, including auto-calculated cells, before submission.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document contains detailed architectural and engineering drawings for the GAOA Critical Housing Deferred Maintenance project in Idaho City. It outlines the scope of work for deferred maintenance on nine buildings within the Boise National Forest, Idaho City Ranger District.

• Project Overview: Deferred maintenance on nine buildings including the Ranger House (1107), 2BR House (1134), Montgomery House (1167), Middle Fork Bunkhouse (1173), South Fork Bunkhouse (1175), North Fork Bunkhouse (1179), Garage Building (1399), and Storage Building (1643).
• Scope of Work: Includes tasks such as installing new HVAC systems, flooring, hot water heaters, windows, and doors; remodeling kitchens and bathrooms; painting exteriors; repairing foundations; and replacing furnaces and air conditioners. Specific details for each building are provided across various sheets.
• Schedules: Includes detailed door and window schedules specifying dimensions, types, and materials for replacements.
• Site and Location Maps: Provides a project location map, forest location map, and a site map of the Idaho City Work Center.
• Drawings: Contains existing and proposed condition plans, elevations, and details for each building, including electrical and HVAC details.

This document is critical for potential bidders as it provides the comprehensive technical specifications and scope of work required for the project. It details the exact nature of the deferred maintenance and upgrades needed for each structure, enabling bidders to accurately assess project requirements, develop detailed proposals, and estimate costs.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a General Decision Number (GDN) for wage determination, specifically for residential construction projects in various counties within Idaho. It outlines the prevailing wage rates and fringes applicable to different labor classifications for projects consisting of single-family homes and apartments up to and including four stories.

• General Decision Number: ID20260001
• State: Idaho
• Counties: Ada, Boise, Canyon, Elmore, Gem, Owyhee, Payette, and Washington.
• Construction Type: Residential (single-family homes and apartments up to 4 stories).
• Labor Classifications and Prevailing Wage Rates: Includes rates for Carpenter, Cement Mason/Concrete Finisher, Electrician, Insulation Installer, Ironworker, Laborer, Painter, Plasterer, Plumber, Roofer, Sheet Metal Worker, Truck Driver, and Welders.
• Fringes: Applicable fringe benefits are listed for some classifications.
• Executive Order Notes: Information regarding Executive Order (EO) 13706 (Paid Sick Leave for Federal Contractors) and EO 13658 (Minimum Wage for Federal Contractors) is included.
• Wage Determination Appeals Process: Outlines the procedures for appealing wage determinations.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the minimum wage requirements for labor on covered federal construction projects. It directly impacts labor costs and proposal pricing. Bidders must ensure their proposed wages meet or exceed these determined rates to comply with federal regulations.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides essential information regarding a site visit for the GAOA Critical Housing Deferred Maintenance project at the Idaho City Work Center. It is intended to allow prospective vendors to view the project areas before bidding.

• Project Summary: Deferred maintenance on 9 buildings at the Idaho City Work Center, Boise National Forest.
• Site Visit Details:
  • Date: Wednesday, March 11, 2026
  • Time: 10:00 AM
  • Location: Idaho City Work Center (directly across the road from the High School).
• Transportation: Participants must provide their own transportation.
• RSVP: Inform the COR (Paul McCloskey) by calling 928-814-2771 or emailing paul.mccloskey@usda.gov by noon on the day before the site visit.
• Purpose of Site Visit: To show the on-the-ground location of work areas, boundaries, markers, and travel routes.
• Map Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/TDq1yBBGx8XFjj8H7

This attachment is crucial for bidders to understand the physical scope and location of the deferred maintenance work. Attending the site visit is an opportunity to gain firsthand knowledge of the project site, which can inform proposal preparation and bidding strategy. It also provides contact information for directions and RSVP.