GAOA Black Jack Campground Renovation, Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest

Amendment / Modification

This amendment to Solicitation 127EAX26Q0023, "Black Jack Campground Renovations," makes the following changes:

• Clause Addition: Adds the FAR 52.222-90 clause, "Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors (Apr 2026)" to page 11 of the solicitation.

• Specification Removal: Removes the third paragraph of Section 3.1, "Installation Toilet," within Attachment 4, "Project Specifications," Page 32, concerning Precast Concrete Toilet Building execution.

• Drawing Correction: In Attachment 5 Drawings, Page C38, Diagram A-A, "Pull Thru Cross Section," the text "4 inch compacted aggregate surface" replaces "Compound Aggregate Surface."

• Site Visit Information: Includes information from a site visit held on April 29, 2026, and lists attendees from various companies.

• Questions and Answers: Provides clarifications on several aspects of the project, including:

  • No liquidated damages.
  • Density and concrete testing requirements are detailed in specific tables and sections.
  • The relocation of an existing CXT is no longer required; it will be removed.
  • CAD files will be provided upon award.
  • The complexity of the project does not require a full-time QCM; a part-time QCM is sufficient.
  • An ADOT permit may be required for work within the ADOT ROW.
  • Brush disposal must be off National Forest lands.
  • No permit is required for the use of the potential material source (pit across highway), but MSHA standards must be followed.
  • Water is not available at the host site; private wells are in the area.
  • The bid due date remains unchanged.
  • The price range is between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000.
  • Details for a proposed kiosk are provided via a link and require submission for review.
  • Boulders must match existing materials and colors; samples are required.
  • Usable grills, firepits, and tables will be removed by the District prior to construction.
  • Only items listed in the Schedule of Items (SOI) are pay items; others are incidental.
  • The campground may be closed for up to 120 consecutive calendar days, with the contract time being 365 days.
  • Improvements for delivery of the CXT toilet are incidental.
  • The existing double vault toilet will not be relocated as previously stated.
  • Specific gradations and stabilization products for aggregate items are detailed, with contractor recommendations required.
  • Structural concrete requirements are outlined, with industry standards specified unless otherwise noted.
  • There are no protected stream courses; a trapezoidal channel will be constructed for drainage.

• Solicitation page 11

• Attachment 4, Project Specifications, Page 32, Section 60053

• Attachment 5 Drawings, Page C38

• The bid due date remains unchanged.

• The addition of the DEI clause may impact proposal content.

• Clarifications provided may affect how bidders approach technical requirements and material sourcing.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment modifies Solicitation 127EAX2600023 for Black Jack Campground Renovations.

• Site Visit Time Change: The organized site visit scheduled for April 29, 2026, at 10:00 am MDT has been changed to 10:00 am PDT.

• Drawing Reference Correction: Attachment 5, Drawings Black Jack CG, Page 54, Picnic Table Notes, has been updated to change the reference from "XTH model" to "XT".

• Clarification on Table Model: A question was raised regarding the picnic table model specified in the drawings and product specifications. The amendment confirms the change to "XT" as noted above, resolving a discrepancy between "XTH model" and "XT" references.

• Solicitation, Page 25 (Site Visit details)

• Attachment 5 - Drawings Black Jack CG, Page 54 (Picnic Table Notes)

• The deadline for offers is not extended.

• Bidders must acknowledge receipt of this amendment.

• The changes primarily clarify existing information and do not introduce new requirements or alter the submission deadline.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains detailed construction drawings and specifications for the Black Jack Campground project. It serves as a guide for contractors to understand the scope of work, site plans, road layouts, construction details, and material requirements.

• Index of Sheets: Provides an overview of all included drawings.
• General Notes: Outlines definitions, scope, standard details, and contractor responsibilities.
• Site Plan (C-01): Illustrates the overall layout of the campground, including roads, trails, and existing features.
• Civil Plans (C-02 through C-09): Detail the layout and construction of roads, trails, parking areas, and site features.
• Road Plans/Profiles (C-10 through C-25): Provide detailed layouts and elevation profiles for various roads within the campground.
• Demolition and Timber Removal Plans (X-01 through X-03): Specify areas and items to be removed.
• Construction Details (C-26 through C-42): Offer specific details for various construction elements such as sidewalks, trails, parking bumpers, low-water crossings, handrails, signs, septic systems, ramadas, picnic units, fire pits, and grills.
• Point Tables (V-01 through V-05): List survey control points with their coordinates and elevations.

This comprehensive set of drawings is critical for bidders to accurately estimate costs, understand site conditions, and plan for the execution of the Black Jack Campground construction project. It details all physical aspects of the work, including site preparation, infrastructure, and amenity installation.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a General Decision Number (GDN) for wage rates applicable to highway construction projects in Greenlee County, Arizona. It serves as a reference for prevailing wages that must be paid on covered federal or federally assisted construction projects.

• General Decision Number: AZ20260031, effective 01/02/2026.
• Superseded GDN: AZ20250031.
• Geographic Area: Greenlee County, Arizona.
• Construction Type: Highway.
• Wage Rates: Lists specific hourly rates for various labor classifications (e.g., Power Equipment Operator, Ironworker, Laborer, Carpenter, Painter, Truck Driver) and their corresponding fringe benefits. Rates are effective on various dates, primarily in late 2024 and mid-2025.
• Executive Orders: Notes applicability of Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage) for federal contractors, with specific wage requirements for 2025.
• Identifiers: Explains the meaning of various rate identifiers (e.g., "SU", "UAVG", "SA") used in wage determinations.
• Appeals Process: Outlines the procedure for appealing wage determination decisions.

Bidders must use these prevailing wage rates to accurately calculate labor costs for their proposals on relevant federal or federally assisted highway construction projects in Greenlee County, Arizona. Failure to comply with these wage requirements can lead to penalties. The document also provides context on how these rates are determined and updated, and the process for handling unlisted classifications or appeals.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Uniform Site Investigation Report Form (A.A.C. R18-9-A310) for the State of Arizona, along with its attachments, detailing the findings of a site investigation for a proposed conventional septic system at the Black Jack Camp Ground.

• Site Investigation Report: Includes authorization, project identification, site information (Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, Black Jack Camp Ground), investigator details (Chris Miller, USDA Forest Service), surface characterization, and subsurface characterization methods.
• Surface Characterization: Assesses potential limiting conditions such as slope, setback distances, surface drainage, flood hazards, rock outcroppings, and fill material.
• Subsurface Characterization: Details soil logs from three bore holes (0-144" depth), indicating Sandy Loam (SL) texture, 1(F) SBK structure, 1 FGR rock fragments, and a Soil Absorption Rate (SAR) of 0.6.
• Limiting Conditions: Identifies subsurface conditions that could affect the septic system, including soil absorption rates, vertical separation to the water table, seasonal saturation, impervious layers, fractures, karst, highly permeable materials, and proximity to water of the state.
• Attachments: Includes ASTM 5921 method for subsurface soil characterization and an Infiltrator Sizing Chart for Arizona Arc 36 HC Chambers.

This document provides critical technical data regarding the site's suitability for a septic system. Bidders can use this information to understand the soil conditions, design parameters, and any potential challenges or requirements for installing the proposed septic system. The Infiltrator Sizing Chart and the site investigation data are particularly relevant for designing and costing the system.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains detailed drawings and specifications for gates and cattle guards intended for use by the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests. It serves as a technical reference for fabrication and installation.

• Index of Sheets (G-01): Lists all included drawings and their dates.
• Specifications (G-02): Outlines work summary, gate and cattle guard fabrication requirements, installation procedures, and delivery instructions. It specifies materials, coatings, and performance standards (e.g., HS-20 loading).
• Fabrication Drawings (A-01 to A-04): Provide detailed dimensions and assembly instructions for various components including gate frames, extensions, hinge posts, holding posts, and accessories like lock tabs.
• Installation Drawings (A-05, A-06): Illustrate the placement and configuration of single and double gate installations, including post footing and gate swing paths.
• Road Closure Gate (A-07): Details a specific type of gate for road closure.

This document is crucial for any bidder intending to supply or fabricate gates and cattle guards for this opportunity. It defines the exact technical specifications, materials, dimensions, and installation requirements that must be met. Bidders should carefully review these drawings and specifications to accurately estimate costs, ensure compliance, and plan for fabrication and installation.

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

This document outlines the scope of work for the renovation of the Blackjack Campground.

• Removal of existing site features including signs, trees, campfire rings, grills, and other miscellaneous items.

• Construction of new roads, low-water crossings, parking areas, drainage channels, camping spurs, tent pads, and trails.

• Construction of an overlook slab with railing.

• Installation of toilets, grills, gates, firepits, and a ramada.

• The project is located at Blackjack Campground, AZ-78, Clifton, AZ 85533.

• Latitude: 33° 3'22.65"N, Longitude: 109° 4'52.28"W.

• The Contractor shall furnish all supervision, materials, equipment, vehicles, tools, parts, labor, transportation, and lodging.

• No changes to specifications, terms, or conditions are permitted without prior written approval from the Contracting Officer.

• Solicitation Terms and Conditions (41 Pages)

• Schedule of Items (1 Page)

• Statement of Work (6 Pages)

• 100% Project Specifications (40 Pages)

• 100% Construction Drawings (59 Pages)

• Septic System Design (10 Pages)

• Gates (8 Pages)

• Contracting Officer's Representative: Chris Miller, 928-651-1968, christopher.miller5@usda.gov

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Schedule of Items (SOI) for the GAOA Black Jack Campground Renovation project, Solicitation 127EAX26Q0023. It details the pay items, estimated quantities, and units of measure for both the base contract and optional items. Bidders are expected to use this document to input their unit prices and calculate total amounts for their proposals.

Base Item (0001):

• Mobilization/Bond
• Construction Staking
• Sampling and Testing
• Clearing and Grubbing, Tree and Stump Removal (<8")
• Excavation, Embankment, and Compaction
• Subgrade Preparation, Rough and Finished Grading
• Roadway Base and Surface Aggregate (various locations including spurs and sidewalks)
• Structural Concrete (sidewalks and pads)
• SWPPP (Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan)
• Low-Water Crossing
• Camping Spur Signs
• Traffic and Parking Signs
• 2 Hole Vault Toilet Complete Install
• Tent Pad Sites
• Picnic Table
• Grill/Firepit Installed
• Gates Double
• Kiosk and Installation
• Concrete Wheel Stops
• Landscape Boulders Placed

Optional Item (0002):

• Tree Removal (>8" DBH)
• 36' x 36' Ramada
• Gates Double and Single
• Roadway Base and Surface Aggregate (Overlook Parking Pad)
• Overlook Platform With Railing
• Overlook Trail Surfacing
• Overlook Parking Pad Structural Concrete
• Overlook Trail Structural Concrete Sidewalk
• South and North Trail/Picnic Surfacing
• Septic System
• Concrete Wheel Stops
• Picnic Table
• Grill
• Landscape Boulders Placed

Notes:

• Contractors must input Unit Prices.
• The submission of the SOI represents the Contractor's commitment to the data herein.
• Contractors are responsible for verifying all values, including auto-calculated cells.
• Payment for bond premiums is included under Mobilization.

This document is critical for bidders to understand the scope of work in terms of specific pay items and quantities. Bidders must complete the unit prices and amounts for both base and optional items. The submission of this form constitutes a commitment to the pricing provided. It is essential for accurate proposal development and submission.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the "GAOA Black Jack Campground Renovations" project located in the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, Clifton Ranger District, Greenlee County, AZ. The work involves removing existing site features and constructing various campground amenities.

• Removal of site features (signs, trees, campfire rings, grills, etc.).

• Construction of roads, low-water crossings, parking areas, drainage channels, camping spurs, tent pads, trails, sidewalks, overlook slab with railing, toilets, gates, firepits, and a ramada.

• Compliance with "Standard Specifications for Construction of Roads and Bridges on Federal Highway Projects, FP-14, U.S. Customary Units" and Supplemental Project Specifications (SPS).

• Adherence to landscape preservation, washing equipment, and site superintendent requirements.

• Use of domestic construction materials as per the Buy American Act.

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed price.

• Period of Performance: Estimated start July 6, 2026, with completion no later than July 6, 2027 (365 calendar days after notice to proceed).

• Bid Guarantee: 20% required if quote exceeds $150,000.

• Quotes must be submitted electronically via email to PPS.proposals@usda.gov by the date and time specified on the SF-1442 or any amendment.

• Quotes must be in Microsoft Word, Excel, or Adobe PDF format.

• Evaluation will be based on a comparative evaluation methodology, considering Technical Proposal (Technical Approach, Project Management/Oversight), Experience, Past Performance, and Price Quote.

• Award will be made to the contractor representing the best value to the Government.

• Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) at the time of quote submission.

• Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 52.219-6) is applicable.

• Organized Site Visit: April 29, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. MDT.

• Questions Due: May 4, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. MST.

• Quotes Due: May 13, 2026, at 1700 local time (as per SF-1442, Item 13a).

• This solicitation incorporates numerous FAR clauses by reference. Offerors are cautioned to review these carefully.

• Attachment 2 (Schedule of Items) must be completed and included in the price quote.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment 4 - Project Specifications Black Jack CG.pdf", contains detailed project specifications for the Blackjack Campground. It serves as a critical component of the solicitation, outlining the technical requirements and standards for the construction work.

• Incorporated Specifications: References and incorporates by reference the "Standard Specifications for Construction of Roads and Bridges on Federal Highway Projects (FP-14 U.S. Customary Units), 2014" and "Forest Service Supplemental Specifications (FSSS)".
• Submittal Procedures: Details requirements for submittals, including preconstruction submittals (e.g., safety plans, schedules), shop drawings, product data, test reports, and closeout submittals. It also outlines procedures for substitutions and variations.
• Contract Sections: Specifies modifications and deletions to various sections of the FP-14 specifications, including Scope of Work, Control of Work, Measurement and Payment, and Acceptance of Work.
• Specific Project Components: Includes specifications for "Precast Concrete Toilet Building" (60053) and "Recreation Amenities" (60061, 60062, 60063, 60065), detailing requirements for materials, installation, and payment.
• Material Specifications: Provides detailed requirements for aggregate types, including subbase, base, surface course, and screened aggregate, with specific gradations and testing standards (e.g., AASHTO, ASTM).

This document is essential for bidders to understand the full scope of work, technical requirements, material standards, and submission processes. It directly impacts how proposals are prepared, the materials that can be used, and the quality control measures required. Bidders must carefully review these specifications to ensure their proposed solution meets all government requirements and to accurately estimate costs and timelines.