GAOA Greys River Road Dust Abatement, Bridger-Teton National Forest

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for Greys River Road Dust Abatement services on the Bridger-Teton National Forest in Lincoln County, Wyoming. The project involves applying Magnesium Chloride (Mag Chloride) along a 14-mile stretch of National Forest Service Road (NFSR) 10138, also known as Greys River Road.

• Application of Magnesium Chloride (31%) on mileposts 1-14 of Greys River Road.

• Base item covers the first 14 miles.

• Three (3) one-year option periods are included for subsequent years.

• Application rate is specified as 0.3 gal/SY.

• Work must adhere to the "Standard Specifications for Construction of Roads and Bridges on Federal Highway Projects, FP-24" and "Supplemental Project Specifications (FSSS)".

• Contractor must provide a Quality Control Plan and a Certificate of Compliance for each delivery.

• Anticipated award is a firm-fixed price contract.

• Contract duration includes one (1) one-year base period and three (3) one-year option periods, not to exceed four (4) years and six (6) months total.

• Base Period of Performance Window for Application 1: July 15, 2026 - September 30, 2026.

• Base Period of Performance Window for Application 2: June 7 - June 25, 2027.

• Option Year Periods of Performance Windows are also specified for June.

• A Notice to Proceed may be issued after the start of the Period of Performance Window if road conditions are suitable.

• Offerors must submit pricing for all line items in the Schedule of Items (Attachment 2).

• Quotes must include a signed SF-1449, Schedule of Items (Attachment 2), and acknowledgement of amendments.

• Evaluation will be based on a comparative evaluation methodology, considering Technical Capability, Experience, Past Performance, and Price.

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

• Technical Proposal Instructions require details on technical capability, experience, and past performance.

• Price Quote evaluation will assess reasonableness and consistency.

• Quotes are due by 06/30/2026 at 1700 MDT.

• Questions are due by June 22, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. MDT.

• The NAICS code is 115310 with a size standard of $11.5 million.

• The solicitation is set aside for Small Business (100.00%).

• Contractors are encouraged to visit the site; no organized site visit is scheduled.

• All communications and submissions should reference Solicitation Number 1240LT26Q0073.

• Invoices are to be submitted via the electronic Invoice Processing Platform (IPP).

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Wage Determination from the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, Wage and Hour Division, specifically for the Service Contract Act. It lists various occupations and their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates and fringe benefits applicable to federal service contracts in the specified geographic area (Wyoming Counties of Lincoln, Sublette, Sweetwater, Teton, and Uinta).

• Occupational Codes and Titles: A comprehensive list of job classifications, ranging from administrative support to technical occupations.
• Wage Rates: The minimum hourly wage required for each listed occupation.
• Fringe Benefits: Information on required health and welfare benefits, including specific rates and monthly/weekly equivalents. It also notes the applicability of Executive Orders 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and 13658 (Minimum Wage).
• Footnotes: Explanations for specific occupations, including applicability of exemptions (e.g., for computer employees) and special pay differentials (night pay, Sunday pay, hazardous pay).
• Conformance Process: Instructions for contractors on how to request authorization for additional classifications and wage rates not listed in the determination.

This document is crucial for bidders responding to federal service contracts. It establishes the minimum labor costs that must be factored into proposals. Bidders must ensure their proposed wages and fringe benefits meet or exceed the rates and benefits specified in this wage determination for all covered service employees working on the contract. Failure to comply can lead to contract violations.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "C04 Attachment 3 - FS Project Specifications.pdf", contains Forest Service Supplemental Specifications (FSSS) for Project 0403 GAOA 4FT Greys River Rd Dust Abatement. These specifications modify the base FP-24 for construction of National Forest System Roads to meet agency needs.

• Preface: Introduces the adoption of FP-24 and the role of FSSS.
• Section 101 (Terms, Format, and Definitions): Modifies definitions, removes references to TAR (Transportation Acquisition Regulations), and adds acronyms (e.g., AGAR, AFPA, FSSS, MSHA, NESC, WCLIB) and miscellaneous unit abbreviations (e.g., MP, ppm, STA, MFBM). It also revises definitions for "Bid Schedule," "Bridge," "Contractor," "Culvert," "Drawings," "Neat Line," "Notice to Proceed," and "Right-of-Way," and adds definitions for "Adjustment in Contract Price," "Change," and "Forest Service." Includes an illustration of road structure terms.
• Section 102 (Bid, Award, and Execution of Contract): This section is deleted in its entirety.
• Section 103 (Scope of Work): All of this section is deleted except for Subsection 103.01 "Intent of Contract."
• Section 104 (Control of Work): Deletes Subsection 104.07 "Coordination of Contract Documents" and adds Subsection 104.12 "Use of Roads by Contractor," authorizing contractor use of Forest Service roads under specific conditions.
• Section 105 (Control of Material): Modifies Subsection 105.05 "Use of Material Found in the Work" regarding the use and processing of materials found on site.
• Section 106 (Acceptance of Work): Deletes specific paragraphs in Subsection 106.01 "Conformity with Contract Requirements."
• Section 108 (Prosecution and Progress): This section is deleted in its entirety.
• Section 109 (Measurement and Payment): Deletes Subsections 109.06, 109.07, 109.08, and 109.09. It also deletes and replaces Table 109-1 "Decimal Accuracy of Quantities for Payment" and modifies Subsection 109.02(c) "Contract quantity."

This document is crucial for bidders as it details specific modifications to the standard specifications for the project. Bidders must understand these changes to accurately prepare their bids, scope their work, and comply with contract requirements, particularly concerning definitions, material usage, road access, and payment calculations.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Certificate of Compliance" (Attachment 6) that must be completed by vendors. It serves to certify that a shipment complies with Forest Service specifications for the project.

• Consignee
• Transportation ID (Truck No., etc.)
• Product Concentration by Weight
• Destination
• Date
• Percentages of Magnesium Chloride, Calcium Chloride, and Ligninsulfonate
• Net Weight Total Shipment
• Net Gallons @ 15°C
• Product Specific Gravity @ 15°C
• MSDS Identification Code
• Source (Mfg. & Location)
• Signed By (Producers Representative)

Bidders will need to complete and submit this Certificate of Compliance as part of their shipment documentation to demonstrate adherence to project specifications.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Attachment 5, a Quality Assurance Plan (QAP) for Dust Abatement, specifically a Contractor Performance Checklist. It outlines the standards, acceptable quality levels, inspection methods, penalties, and incentives related to the contractor's performance in dust abatement activities.

• Distribution Equipment: Details requirements for equipment used in applying dust abatement materials, including uniformity of spray, rate control, measuring devices, and temperature monitoring.
• Application: Specifies requirements for the application process, including adherence to specified rates, handling of accidental spillage, protection of adjacent areas, and limitations on discharge into waterways. It also addresses application in two stages for liquid products exceeding a certain rate.
• Quality Standards: Defines acceptable quality for application rates and material coverage.
• Acceptable Quality Level: Outlines deviations from specified rates and requirements for equipment compliance and material discharge.
• Method of Inspection: Describes how the government will verify contractor performance, including visual verification, field samples, and laboratory testing.
• Penalties: Lists potential consequences for non-compliance, such as rework at the contractor's expense, withholding compensation, poor performance ratings, or contract termination.
• Incentives: Describes potential rewards for satisfactory performance, including satisfactory performance ratings and full compensation for applied products.

This document is crucial for bidders as it defines the performance expectations and quality control measures for the dust abatement work. Understanding these requirements, standards, and the associated penalties and incentives is essential for developing a compliant and competitive proposal and for successful contract execution.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Schedule of Items (SOI) for dust abatement services on Greys River Road, located in the Greys River Ranger District of the Bridger-Teton National Forest in Lincoln County, Wyoming. Bidders are required to submit pricing for all listed items.

• Service: Dust Abatement using Magnesium Chloride (Method 1).
• Location: Greys River Road, from the end of asphalt in Alpine to the junction with NFSR# 10002 Murphy Creek Road.
• Contract Periods:
  • Base Item Contract Period: Award Date - July 14, 2027
  • Optional Year One: July 15, 2027 - July 14, 2028
  • Option Year Two: July 15, 2028 - July 14, 2029
  • Option Year Three: July 15, 2029 - July 14, 2030
• Quantities: 14 miles per application for each contract period.
• Pricing: Bidders must input Unit Prices. The total is auto-calculated. The government notes that unit prices will govern in case of extension errors.

This SOI requires bidders to provide their unit prices for dust abatement services across multiple contract years. It is crucial for bidders to accurately input their pricing, as the unit prices submitted will be binding. The submission of this SOI signifies the contractor's commitment to the data provided. Bidders must verify all values, including auto-calculated cells, to ensure they accurately reflect their intended pricing. One award will be made from this solicitation.