GAOA Housing Facility Upgrades

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, titled "Contract Administration Data," outlines critical administrative requirements and procedures for contractors performing work under a government contract. It details how invoices should be submitted, contract changes will be managed, and various operational requirements.

• Invoices & Payments: All invoices must be submitted electronically via the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) system. An itemized invoice must include Contractor Name & Address, Contract or Purchase Order numbers, Invoice Number, Description of Services or work completed, and Date of services or completion.
• Contract Award & Changes: A written award or acceptance of offer constitutes a binding contract. Only the Contracting Officer (CO) can approve changes to contract requirements. Unauthorized instructions from non-CO personnel will not be accepted.
• Key Personnel: The contractor must assign a Project Manager, Project Superintendent, Quality Control Manager, Project Safety Manager, After-Hours Emergency Contact, and a Signature Authority for Contract Modification.
• Special Requirements: Includes a mandatory Post Award Conference (virtual), adherence to fire safety regulations, contractor responsibility for utility services (water, electricity, restrooms), and site superintendence.
• Operational Requirements: Covers Loss, Damage or Destruction of equipment, handling of Archaeological and Historic Sites, Spill Plan requirements (if applicable), Site Security, Adverse Weather protocols, Storage of materials, Barricades and Warning Signs, Prohibition Against Lead-Based Paint, and Control of Erosion, Sedimentation and Pollution.
• Insurance Coverage: Mandates specific insurance coverages including Workers Compensation and Employer's Liability, General Liability, Automobile Liability, and Aircraft Public and Passenger Liability, with minimum coverage amounts specified.
• Subcontracting Limitations: Imposes restrictions on subcontracting, requiring the prime contractor to perform a significant portion of the work with its own workforce and limiting single subcontractors to 25% and aggregate subcontracted work to 75% of the total contract value without prior written approval.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the administrative, operational, and compliance requirements that will govern the contract. It highlights key personnel, reporting procedures, insurance obligations, and limitations on subcontracting, all of which are essential for accurate proposal development and successful contract execution.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (A00004) provides official responses to Requests for Information (RFIs) that were submitted regarding the solicitation for GAOA Housing Facility Upgrades at the Cleveland National Forest, California. These RFI responses are incorporated into the contract award. Offerors are instructed to prepare and submit their quotes in accordance with the revised documents and requirements contained within this amendment.

Key changes and clarifications include:

• Correction of the title page of Attachment 12. The updated version is titled "1. Solicitation Terms and Conditions - GAOA Housing Facility Upgrades - 127EAW26Q0027 - Rev 1."

• Clarification on electrical service providers (SDG&E vs. SCE).

• Confirmation that USDA Forest Service is not required to obtain building permits from the County of San Diego, nor does it issue them.

• Clarification that the contractor is responsible for engineering and design for permits other than septic systems.

• Confirmation that the Forest Service does not have percolation tests for the sites.

• The project will be awarded as a firm-fixed-price purchase order; an allowance for utility company fees will not be utilized.

• Sampling and testing of hazardous materials are included in the Schedule of Items Base Bid and are the contractor's responsibility.

• Clarification on the use of manufactured housing units and their impact on subcontracting limitations and Davis-Bacon requirements.

• No allowance for potential hazardous material removals will be included.

• The Forest Service will not authorize "rapid pay" or twice-monthly invoicing; invoicing is limited to once per month.

• Clarification that a licensed surveyor is not required for layout and grade certification.

• The contract is a standalone purchase order, not part of a MAC or IDIQ.

• Clarification that "engineering studies" were previously addressed and corrected in Amendment A00001.

• The performance schedule can be submitted as 11x17 inches and will count as one page.

• A "letter of intent" for Key Personnel is a brief formal statement from the proposed personnel confirming their agreement to the role and availability.

• Appropriately licensed subcontractors are permitted for various services.

• The County of San Diego septic permit application and associated fees are not to be included in bids.

• The existing waterline at Descanso is 1 inch.

• The contractor is responsible for obtaining and maintaining all necessary permits and licenses.

• The contractor is not expected to perform percolation testing; no septic system design is required.

• Progress payments will not be issued for units stored or under production off-site; on-site delivery is required.

• A letter of commitment or formal quote from the manufacturer is not required as part of the Technical Proposal.

• Hazardous material abatement will be a lump-sum option/additive item.

• Clarification on water availability and contractor responsibility for providing water.

• Site clearing includes tree removal for septic/leach field footprints without a diameter limit.

• Confirmation of four new septic systems to be furnished and installed.

• Five-foot concrete walkways are required on all sides of new buildings; steps and ramps must be ADA compliant and made of aluminum.

• Demolition area requirements are specified.

• The Forest Service will not provide property corners or benchmarks; a full site survey is not required.

• All fees, including California HCD Insignias, are the contractor's responsibility.

• A Geotechnical Report will not be provided; soil borings are not required.

• Email will be used for submittals; an electronic project management portal is not authorized.

• The Forest Service will remove existing propane tanks, but the contractor is responsible for installing new fittings, regulators, lines, pads, and connections.

• A satellite-based communication system is not required but may be elected by the contractor.

• One phone jack will be located in the living room area of manufactured homes.

• Parking and staging areas will be coordinated after contract award.

• Foundation system and crawl space height are determined by the building manufacturer's requirements.

• Transportation constraints for Hwy 78 are not governed by the Forest Service; on-site work hours are limited.

• No extensions will be granted for SDGE-related delays.

• A Project Manager is required to coordinate activities; an on-site superintendent is also required.

• Asbestos test results are not available; sampling and testing are the contractor's responsibility.

• A California demolition license is not specifically required if a General Contractor (Class B) license is maintained.

• The pumphouse at Descanso will not need power once the barracks are demolished.

• Limited use of existing water will be available; contractor is responsible for providing electrical power.

• No additional site visits will be scheduled.

• New building elevations are determined by manufacturer requirements.

• Two existing 3000-gallon septic tanks at Oak Grove are to be demolished and removed.

• The Forest Service does not maintain a list of general contractors or plan holders.

• The quote due date was extended via Amendment A00003.

• Attachment 12 (Title Page)

• Solicitation Terms and Conditions

• Technical Approach

• Various RFI responses and clarifications throughout the document.

• Offerors must review and incorporate all changes and clarifications into their quotes.

• Proposal deadlines were previously extended via Amendment A00003.

Amendment / Modification

• Extends the deadline for the submission of quotes.

• The original quote submission deadline of June 16, 2026, at 11:00 A.M. Pacific Standard Time has been revised.

• The new quote submission deadline is June 30, 2026, at 11:00 A.M. Pacific Standard Time.

• Section 11 (This item only applies to amendments of solicitations) - specifically the date and time for receipt of offers.

• The proposal deadline has been extended to June 30, 2026, at 11:00 A.M. Pacific Standard Time.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (A00002) provides responses to Requests for Information (RFIs) related to the "GAOA Housing Facility Upgrades" project in Cleveland National Forest, California. These RFI responses are incorporated into any subsequent contract award.

• Technical Approach/Permits: Clarifies that SDG&E is the electrical service provider and that Amendment A00001 corrected references. It also states the Forest Service is not required to obtain building permits from the County of San Diego, nor does it issue them, but may provide a letter for SDG&E. (RFI #1, #2)
• Engineering/Design: Clarifies that while engineering is required for septic systems, the RFP documents do not explicitly state contractor responsibility for engineering/design for other potential permits. (RFI #3)
• Percolation Tests: The Forest Service does not have percolation tests for septic systems and is not required to coordinate with the County of San Diego DEH for them. (RFI #4)
• Fees: The project will be a firm-fixed-price purchase order. The Forest Service will not utilize an 'allowance option' for Utility Company Fees; these are considered incidental and must be included in the contractor's firm-fixed-price quote. (RFI #5)
• Hazardous Materials: The Forest Service does not have hazardous material surveys for existing buildings. Sampling and testing of hazardous materials is the responsibility of the Contractor and included in the Schedule of Items Base Bid. An additive item for abatement will only be used if hazardous materials are found. (RFI #6)
• Lead Based Paint: Similar to hazardous materials, the Forest Service has no lead-based paint reports. Sampling and testing are the Contractor's responsibility. (RFI #7)
• Subcontracting Limitation: If the prime contractor purchases manufactured homes directly from a supplier who performs no installation, the supplier is a material vendor, and the cost of the home does not count towards the 25% subcontracting limitation. (RFI #8)
• Davis-Bacon: Installation-related tasks for manufactured housing are considered on-site construction work and subject to Davis-Bacon requirements. (RFI #9)
• On-boarding/Ramp-up Period: USDA will not allow a 90-day ramp-up period before the NTP start date for San Diego Gas and Electric's service. (RFI #10)
• Material Invoicing: The Government will not authorize the prime contractor to invoice for materials ordered solely for large-purchase pricing advantages for manufactured housing units. (RFI #11)
• Office Trailers: Office trailers may be brought to Descanso Fire Station and Oak Grove Fire Station, with parking coordinated by the COR. No office trailers are allowed at Goose Valley Fire Station due to limited space. No connections to Forest Service utilities will be allowed for trailers. (RFI #12)
• Payment: The Forest Service will not authorize 'rapid pay' or twice-monthly invoicing for small businesses; invoicing is limited to once per month. (RFI #13)
• Surveyors: A licensed surveyor is not required, but the Contractor remains responsible for meeting all codes, regulations, and standards. (RFI #14)
• Contract Type: This is a standalone purchase order, not part of a MAC or IDIQ. (RFI #15)

Proposals must incorporate these revisions. Failure to do so may result in offers being considered non-responsive. All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ) for "GAOA Housing Facility Upgrades" at the Cleveland National Forest, California. The project involves the demolition of five existing barracks and the installation of four new modular barracks across three separate sites. The estimated magnitude of the construction project is between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000.

• Complete demolition of designated existing barracks.

• Installation of new modular barracks units.

• Reconnection of utilities (septic, sewer, water, electrical, mechanical, telecommunications).

• Hazardous material abatement is an additive item, contingent on sampling and testing.

• Work will be performed at three specific sites: Descanso Fire Station, Goose Valley Fire Station, and Oak Grove Fire Station.

• Brand name or equal requirements apply; equivalent products must meet or exceed identified characteristics with supporting documentation.

• Award Type: Anticipated Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: Commence work within 10 calendar days after Notice to Proceed (NTP), and complete all work within 468 calendar days after NTP. This includes final cleanup.

• Submission Deadline: Quotes are due by June 16, 2026, at 11:00 AM Pacific Time, via email to Tanya.Torres@usda.gov.

• Requests for Information (RFIs) are due by June 2, 2026, at 11:00 AM Pacific Time.

• Evaluation: Award will be made to the offeror representing the best value to the Government, based on technical approach, price, and past performance. Tradeoffs will not be conducted.

• Technical Approach evaluation will consider the offeror's understanding of requirements, work plan, capability, site-specific safety plan, quality control plan, material availability, and California contractor's license.

• Past performance will be evaluated as acceptable or neutral.

• This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• Offerors must have an active entity registration at SAM.gov.

• Offerors must possess an active and valid California contractor's license.

• Attendance at organized site visits (May 19-20, 2026) is highly encouraged but not mandatory.

• All required documents for submission include: Signed SF1442, Schedule of Items (Attachment 6), Technical Approach/Past Performance, and Bid Guarantee (if required).

• The solicitation incorporates numerous FAR and AGAR clauses by reference.

Amendment / Modification

• This amendment (A00001) revises the solicitation PDF for "GAOA Housing Facility Upgrades" (Solicitation Number: 127EAW26Q0027).

• It includes changes to the technical approach requirements.

• All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

• The solicitation PDF has been revised.

• Contractors must review and comply with the revised solicitation requirements.

• Failure to adhere to these updated requirements may result in the quote being deemed non-responsive.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document contains the "Drawings" for the GAOA Housing project located in the Cleveland National Forest, San Diego County, California. It provides detailed site plans and construction details for various fire stations.

• Cover Sheet (Sheet 1): Project title, location, index of sheets, and driving directions to project sites.
• Legend and Notes (Sheet 2): Defines symbols, provides general construction notes, safety requirements (fire equipment activity, traffic control, permits), environmental considerations (storm water pollution control, erosion), utility management, and specific construction standards (ADA compliance, concrete specifications).
• Site Plans (Sheets 3-8): Detailed layouts for Descanso Fire Station, Descanso Hotshot Barracks, Descanso Engine Barracks, Goose Valley Engine Barracks, Oak Grove Hotshots Barracks, and Oak Grove Engine Barracks. These plans show existing and proposed utilities (water, sewer, electrical, propane), demolition areas, new construction footprints, and leach field locations.
• Details (Sheet 9): Provides specific construction details for trenches, bollards, and shut-off valve boxes.

These drawings are critical for bidders to understand the scope of work, site conditions, demolition requirements, new construction layouts, and utility connections/disconnections. They provide the necessary visual and technical information to prepare accurate bids for the GAOA Housing project.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a "General Decision Number" (CA20260001) dated January 23, 2026, which supersedes a previous decision (CA20250001). It lists prevailing wage rates and fringes for various construction trades in San Diego County, California. The document specifies construction types covered, including Building, Heavy (Heavy and Dredging), Highway, and Residential projects.

This document is crucial for any bidder on a federal or federally-funded construction project in San Diego County, California, that is subject to the Davis-Bacon Act. It provides the legally mandated minimum wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to laborers and mechanics employed on the project. Bidders must use these rates to accurately calculate their labor costs and ensure compliance with federal regulations. The document details classifications for a wide range of trades, including but not limited to:

• Asbestos Workers/Insulator and Removal
• Boilermaker
• Bricklayer/Marble Setter
• Carpenter
• Diver
• Drywall Installer/Lather/Stocker/Scrapper
• Electrician (various specialties including tunnel work, sound & communications)
• Elevator Mechanic
• Ironworker
• Laborer (various classifications including building, residential, heavy & highway, gunite, horizontal directional drilling, and striping/slurry seal)
• Millwright
• Painter
• Plasterer
• Plumber/Pipefitter/Steamfitter
• Roofer
• Sprinkler Fitter
• Sheet Metal Worker
• Truck Driver
• Welders

It also includes specific footnotes regarding premium pay for certain locations and hazardous material work, as well as information on Executive Orders related to paid sick leave and minimum wage for federal contractors. Bidders should carefully review the classifications and rates applicable to their scope of work to ensure accurate bidding and compliance.

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

This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for the "GAOA Housing Goose Valley Facility Upgrades" project, which involves the demolition of an existing barracks building and the installation of a new manufactured home and associated site work at the Goose Valley Fire Station in San Diego County, California.

Base Bid: Goose Valley Fire Station Barracks Building

• Demolition and disposal of a 1610 sq ft, three-bedroom, one-and-a-half bath barracks building (built 1964), including foundation, footings, interior/exterior utilities, appliances, furnishings, fixtures, wood deck, ramp, stairs, concrete walkways, steps, and lawn curbs.
• Capping and abandoning existing exterior utilities (water, septic, leach) and backfilling the areas.
• Removal and disposal of the existing propane tank pad, regulator, fittings, and lines.
• Furnishing and installing a new 20'x4'x4" minimum propane tank pad, bollards, regulator, fittings, and lines, connecting to a new 1000-gallon propane tank (removal and delivery coordinated with Forest Service).
• Pumping and removing the existing septic tank, backfilling the void.
• Furnishing and installing a new septic system with a 4000-gallon septic tank and infiltrator chamber leach field, connecting to the new building.
• Temporarily disconnecting and then furnishing, installing, and connecting a new waterline to the new building, tying into the existing waterline.
• Coordinating with San Diego Gas & Electric for new electrical service (200 Amp), including meter, panel, subpanel, boxes, lines, and incidentals. Disconnecting and disposing of existing electrical components.
• Temporarily disconnecting and reconnecting existing phone lines to the new building.
• Minimizing ground disturbance to within twenty feet of the building footprint, except for utility locations and leach field.
• Performing hazardous material sampling, testing, and abatement if necessary.
• Furnishing and installing a new, fully finished, move-in-ready manufactured home (approx. 1760 sq ft, 5 bedrooms, 3 baths), including delivery, set up, utility installation, connections/reconnections, and all site work (walkways, ramps, stairs, utilities).

Additive Item #1: Hazardous Material Abatement, Removal and Disposal

• Abatement, removal, and disposal of all hazardous materials.

• Project Location: Goose Valley Fire Station, 1634 Black Canyon Road, Ramona, CA 92065, San Diego County, Palomar Ranger District.

• Contract time is limited to 112 calendar days from the issuance of the Notice to Proceed, including all base bid and additive items.

• Compliance with numerous codes and standards including California Building Standards Code, Plumbing Code, Electrical Code, Mechanical Code, Health and Safety Codes, HUD, CFR, OSHA, ADAABA Guidelines, and others. The most stringent regulation applies in case of conflict.

• Work shall be waterproof, rodent proof, and weathertight. All products shall be nonrusting type.

• Contractor must possess all applicable California State licenses.

• Professional Engineer, Electrical Contractor, Plumbing Contractor, and Mechanical Contractor must be California State licensed.

• Contractor must be California trained and certified for lead-based paint work.

• Contractor shall maintain current 40-hour HAZWOPER certification.

• Contractor is responsible for obtaining all necessary permits and licenses.

• A Work Plan, including personnel, training, safety plans, quality assurance, waste management, and project schedule, must be submitted.

• The Goose Valley Fire Station is co-located with the Palomar Ranger District Office; nearby barracks, garage, offices, warehouse, and training buildings are not to be disturbed.

• Archaeological resources encountered must be reported immediately, and work in the area ceased.

• Forest Contact for site conditions: Tammie Mather at (858) 674-2972.

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

This document outlines the requirements for the "GAOA Housing Oak Grove Facility Upgrades – Hotshot Barracks" project, which involves the demolition of an existing barracks building and the installation of a new manufactured home with associated site work and utilities.

• Demolition: Removal and disposal of an approximately 1312 sq ft modular barracks building, including its foundation, footings, and all interior/exterior utilities, appliances, furnishings, fixtures, deck, ramp, and stairs.

• Site Work: Capping and abandoning existing exterior utilities (water, septic, leach), backfilling and compacting utility areas, removing and disposing of an existing propane tank pad, furnishing and installing a new propane tank pad and bollards, removing and disposing of the existing septic tank, and furnishing and installing a new septic system with a 4000-gallon tank and leach field.

• Utilities: Disconnecting and reconnecting existing water and phone lines, and furnishing and installing new electrical service (200 Amp) and associated components.

• New Building: Furnishing and installing a new, fully finished, move-in-ready manufactured home (AAA American Pacific Manufactured Homes, Skyline Model 67 CUSTOM HUD, approx. 1760 sq ft, 5 bedrooms, 3 baths), including delivery, setup, and all site work (walkways, ramp, stairs, utilities).

• Additive Item #1: Hazardous Material Abatement, Removal, and Disposal.

• Project Location: Oak Grove Fire Station, 37560 Highway 79 South, Warner Springs, CA 92086, San Diego County, Palomar Ranger District.

• Contract Time: Limited to 112 calendar days from the issuance of the Notice to Proceed, including all base bid and additive items, fire days, weather days, holidays, and weekend days.

• Compliance: All work must meet applicable California Building Standards Code (CBSC), California Plumbing Code (CPC), California Electrical Code (CEC), California Mechanical Code (CMC), California Health and Safety Codes (HSC), California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD), US Department Housing & Urban Development (HUD), Code of Federal Regulations (29 CFR), State (Title 8) OSHA, Title 24 California Code of Regulations (CCR), Title 25 California Code of Regulations (CCR), and Americans With Disabilities Act/Architectural Barriers Act (ADAABA) Guidelines, latest editions. The most stringent regulation applies in case of conflict.

• Hazardous Materials: Sampling, testing, and abatement of hazardous materials are required. Specific guidelines are in the Specifications.

• Contractor Qualifications: Must possess all applicable state licenses and certifications, including Professional Engineer, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Lead Based Paint certification, and HAZWOPER certification.

• Permits: Contractor is responsible for obtaining all necessary permits and licenses.

• Work Plan: A comprehensive Work Plan is required, detailing personnel, training, safety, quality control, site-specific plans, equipment, supplies, permits, utility abandonment, waste management, and a project schedule.

• Forest Contact: Tammie Mather at (858) 674-2972 for site conditions.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides vicinity maps for three project sites related to GAOA Housing Facility Upgrades. The maps are intended to support geographic orientation and enhance understanding of each site's location.

• Vicinity map for DESCANSO STATION (Page 2)
• Vicinity map for GOOSE VALLEY STATION (Page 3)
• Vicinity map for OAK GROVE STATION (Page 4)

These maps visually identify the locations of the project sites, which may be relevant for bidders assessing site accessibility, logistical considerations, and the overall scope of the GAOA Housing Facility Upgrades opportunity.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Request for Information (RFI) Form used by potential bidders to submit questions regarding the "127EAW26Q0017Disaster, Lava Road Repair" opportunity for the Shasta-Trinity National Forest. Responses to these RFIs will be provided in amendment format via SAM.gov.

• Submission Method: All RFIs must be submitted in writing via email to Tanya.Torres@usda.gov using an editable version of this form. Telephone requests will not be accepted.
• Inquiry Identification: Each set of inquiries should be identified in numerical sequence.
• Question Categories: Bidders must indicate if their questions pertain to the solicitation/evaluation factors or the statement of work/technical data.
• Required Information: The form requires the Company Name and Offeror, the name of the person submitting the question, the date of inquiry, and a phone number.
• Inquiry Fields: Specific fields are provided for RFI #1, RFI #2, RFI #3, RFI #4, and additional RFIs as needed.

This form is essential for bidders who have questions about the solicitation or the associated statement of work. It outlines the mandatory process for submitting inquiries and the information required to ensure questions are addressed and responded to by the government.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains photographs of various GAOA Housing facilities. It is intended to support site understanding and assist in the evaluation of existing conditions for the "GAOA Housing Facility Upgrades" opportunity.

• Photographs of Descanso Station Engine Barracks #1001 (Pages 2-5)
• Photographs of Descanso Station Hotshot Barracks #1483 (Pages 6-7)
• Photographs of Goose Valley Station Engine Barracks #1011 (Pages 8-12)
• Photographs of Oak Grove Station Engine Barracks #1016 (Pages 13-18)
• Photographs of Oak Grove Station Hotshot Barracks #5305 (Pages 19-21)

These images provide visual context for the existing conditions of the housing facilities that may be part of the "GAOA Housing Facility Upgrades" project. Bidders should review these photographs to understand the current state of the properties, which may inform their proposal development, site assessment, and understanding of potential project scope.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Fire Plan that consolidates fire plans for three project locations: GAOA Housing Descanso Facility Upgrades, GAOA Housing Goose Valley Facility Upgrades, and GAOA Housing Oak Grove Facility Upgrades. It outlines responsibilities for fire prevention and suppression, establishes suppression plans, and specifies conditions under which contract activities will be curtailed or shut down.

This document is critical for any bidder involved in construction or service contracts within the specified project areas. It details:

• Contractor Responsibilities: Requirements for preventing and suppressing fires, including employee conduct and equipment maintenance.
• Fire Precautionary Period: Specifies the period (April 1 - December 1) during which heightened fire safety measures are in effect.
• Required Tools and Equipment: Lists specific fire tools, fire extinguishers, spark arresters, mufflers, power saw safety equipment, and water tank trucks/trailers or Compressed Air Foam Systems (CAFS) that must be available and maintained.
• General Requirements: Includes regulations on state law compliance, permits for burning/welding, blasting procedures, smoking restrictions, and storage/parking area clearing.
• Fire Reporting: Procedures and contact information for reporting fires.
• Project Activity Levels (PAL): Defines different activity levels (A through Ev) with corresponding minimum requirements and restrictions, including limitations on operations based on fire danger. This directly impacts operational feasibility and safety protocols.
• Emergency Precautions: Outlines how contractor operations must conform to PAL limitations.

Bidders must understand and be prepared to comply with these extensive fire prevention and suppression requirements, which will affect operational planning, equipment procurement, and daily work practices.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ) for the GAOA Housing Facility Upgrades project at the Cleveland National Forest, California. The project involves the demolition of five existing barracks and the installation of four new modular barracks across three separate sites. The estimated magnitude of the construction project is between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• Complete demolition of designated existing barracks facilities.

• Installation of new modular barracks units.

• Utility disconnections, reconnections, and associated new materials and components (septic, sewer, water, electrical, mechanical, telecommunications).

• Hazardous material abatement is an additive item, contingent on sampling and testing.

• Work will be performed at three specific sites: Descanso Fire Station, Goose Valley Fire Station, and Oak Grove Fire Station.

• Brand name or equal requirements apply; contractors must provide full supporting documentation for any proposed equivalent products.

• Award Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: Commence work within 10 calendar days of Notice to Proceed (NTP), with completion no later than 468 calendar days after NTP.

• Bonding: Requirements vary based on project amount, with specific guidance for amounts greater than $150,000.

• Quote Due Date: June 16, 2026, at 11:00 AM Pacific Time.

• Requests for Information (RFI) Due Date: June 2, 2026, at 11:00 AM Pacific Time.

• Submission Method: Email to Tanya.Torres@usda.gov. Quotes must be submitted as four separate PDF or Word documents.

• Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the offeror representing the best value to the Government, based on Technical Approach, Past Performance, and Price. Technical approach is the primary factor.

• Key Submission Components: Completed SF1442, Attachment 6 (Schedule of Items), Technical Approach/Past Performance documentation, and Bid Guarantee (if required).

• Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• Applicable NAICS Code: 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction).

• Small Business Size Standard: $45M.

• Offerors must have an active entity registration at SAM.gov.

• Offerors must possess an active and valid California contractor's license.

• Attendance at organized site visits (May 19 & 20, 2026) is highly encouraged but not mandatory.

• All verbal questions must be confirmed in writing via amendment.

• Offerors are responsible for site inspection and familiarizing themselves with existing conditions.

• Offerors agree to hold prices firm for 75 calendar days from the offer receipt date.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, titled "12. Contract Administration Data.pdf," outlines critical administrative and contractual requirements for potential bidders. It details how invoices should be submitted, contract changes will be managed, and various operational requirements and responsibilities of the contractor.

• Invoicing & Payments: All invoices must be submitted electronically via the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP). An itemized invoice must include Contractor Name & Address, Contract or Purchase Order numbers, Invoice Number, Description of Services or work completed, and Date of services or completion.
• Contract Administration:
  • Awards are binding upon written acceptance.
  • Work commences upon receipt of a Notice to Proceed.
  • Only the Contracting Officer (CO) can approve changes; unauthorized changes will not be compensated.
  • Contractors must not accept instructions from anyone other than the CO or their authorized representative.
  • A Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) will be designated.
  • The Contractor must designate a Project Manager.
• Special Requirements:
  • A Post Award Conference is required within 10 days of award, held virtually.
  • Key personnel (Project Manager, Superintendent, Quality Control Manager, Safety Manager, etc.) must be assigned.
  • Contractor is responsible for utility services (water, electricity, restrooms).
  • Site conditions, material and workmanship standards, and protection of existing site elements are detailed.
  • Spill prevention and control measures are required for oil storage exceeding specified thresholds.
  • Prohibition against lead-based paint.
  • Requirements for barricades, warning signs, and traffic control.
  • Insurance coverage requirements (Workers Compensation, General Liability, Automobile Liability, Aircraft Liability) are specified.
  • Subcontracting limitations are imposed, requiring prime contractor involvement and restricting subcontractor share of work.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the administrative framework, operational expectations, and compliance requirements beyond the technical scope of work. It highlights mandatory electronic invoicing, strict change control processes, personnel requirements, site-specific obligations, and insurance mandates, all of which impact proposal preparation, cost estimation, and contract execution.

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

This document outlines the requirements for the GAOA Housing Descanso Facility Upgrades project, which involves the demolition of existing structures and the installation of new manufactured homes and associated site work.

• Demolition: Removal and disposal of two existing buildings: an Engine Barracks building (approx. 1407 sq ft) and a Hotshot Barracks building (approx. 1717 sq ft). This includes foundations, utilities, and miscellaneous debris.

• New Construction: Furnish and install one new, fully finished, move-in-ready manufactured home (approx. 1760 sq ft, 5 bedrooms, 3 baths) at the site of the demolished Hotshot Barracks Building.

• Site Work: Includes concrete walkways, aluminum ramps and stairs, utility installation (electrical, water, propane, sewer, phone), propane tank pad and bollards, septic system installation, and site grading.

• Utilities: Disconnection and capping of existing utilities, and installation of new utilities to serve the manufactured home. This includes coordination with San Diego Gas & Electric for electrical service.

• Hazardous Materials: Includes sampling, testing, and abatement of any hazardous materials found.

• Location: Descanso Fire Station, San Diego County, Descanso Ranger District.

• Contract Time: 132 calendar days from the issuance of the Notice to Proceed, including all base bid and additive items.

• Compliance with numerous federal, state, and local codes and regulations (e.g., California Building Standards Code, OSHA, ADAABA).

• Contractor must possess all applicable licenses and certifications.

• Development and implementation of various plans, including a Work Plan, Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP), Construction Waste Management Plan, and Health and Safety Plan.

• Hazardous material handling and disposal requirements.

• Strict adherence to environmental regulations, including water pollution control and waste management.

• Specific requirements for contractor qualifications, including licensed engineers and contractors for various trades.

• Hazardous Waste Operations (HAZWOPER) certification is required.

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

This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for upgrades to the Oak Grove Fire Station Engine Barracks Building, including demolition of the existing structure and installation of a new manufactured home and associated utilities.

• Demolition: Removal and disposal of an approximately 1560 sq ft, four-bedroom, two-bath wood-framed building (built 1934), including its foundation, utilities, furnishings, and exterior elements. Existing propane tank pad and septic tank will also be removed.

• New Construction: Furnish and install a new, fully finished, move-in-ready manufactured home (approx. 1760 sq ft, five bedrooms, three baths) at the same location as the demolished building. This includes site work such as walkways, ramps, stairs, and all utilities (water, electrical, phone, septic, leach, and propane).

• Utilities: Installation of new propane tank pad and underground connection, a 4000-gallon septic system with leach field, new waterline, and new electrical service (200 Amp).

• Additive Item #1: Hazardous Material Abatement, Removal, and Disposal.

• Location: Oak Grove Fire Station, 37560 Hwy 79 South, Warner Springs, CA 92086, San Diego County.

• Contract Time: 112 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed, including base bid and additive items.

• Compliance with numerous codes and regulations (California Building Standards Code, Plumbing Code, Electrical Code, Mechanical Code, Health and Safety Codes, HUD, CFR, OSHA, ADAABA Guidelines, etc.).

• Work must be waterproof, rodent-proof, and weathertight. All products must be non-rusting.

• Contractor must possess all applicable state licenses and certifications.

• Hazardous material sampling, testing, and abatement are required.

• A Work Plan, including personnel qualifications, safety plans, waste management plans, and a project schedule, must be submitted.

• Coordination with San Diego Gas & Electric for electrical services.

• Forest Service coordination for propane tank delivery and removal.

• Archaeological considerations if cultural resources are encountered.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document, "Schedule of Items," provides a detailed breakdown of the tasks and estimated quantities for the GAOA Housing Facility Upgrades project across multiple locations (Descanso, Goose Valley, Oak Grove Engine Garage, and Oak Grove Hotshot). It serves as a pricing sheet for potential bidders to submit their quotes.

• Base Bid Items: Includes mobilization, demolition (including abatement sampling and testing, and removal/disposal of barracks buildings), and the furnishing/installation of new manufactured homes and associated utility installations.
• Additive Item 1: Specifically addresses the demolition, abatement, removal, and disposal of hazardous materials, including mobilization.
• Locations: The schedule is broken down by specific GAOA Housing sites.
• Quantities: Quantities are listed as estimated and require field verification by the contractor.
• Pricing: Space is provided for bidders to enter total prices for each item and for the base bid and total with additive items.

This document is critical for bidders as it outlines the specific work items, their scope, and the estimated quantities for each location. Bidders must use this schedule to prepare their comprehensive quotes, ensuring they account for all base bid and additive item requirements. The notes emphasize that quantities are estimates and contractors must verify them, and that payment will be based on actual work performed. A bid bond is required for proposals exceeding $150,000.00.