Y--HAXBY 4 FENCE

Amendment / Modification

This amendment to Solicitation 140L3626Q0006 provides informational updates and clarifications:

• Site Visit Records: Includes attendance records from the site visit held on March 11, 2026.
• Talking Points & Q&A: Provides talking points from the site visit, along with questions received from interested offerors and the Government's answers.

• The amendment incorporates information related to the site visit and associated Q&A.

• The Proposal Response Date remains unchanged: Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at 1:00 pm Mountain Time.

• Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment as detailed in Block 11 of the solicitation.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the reconstruction of approximately 3,155 rods of new 4-wire fence (3 barbed with bottom barbless wire) using steel line posts, and approximately 173 rods of new 4-wire fence (3 barbed with bottom barbless wire) using wood line posts. It also includes the removal of approximately 3,155 rods of woven wire and five-wire fence. The project involves replacing designated rods of fence, corners, panels, gates, wood, and T-posts along the fence route, and tying into existing structures. The work is located in Garfield County, Montana.

• Reconstruction of approximately 3,155 rods of new 4-wire fence with steel line posts.

• Reconstruction of approximately 173 rods of new 4-wire fence with wood line posts.

• Removal of approximately 3,155 rods of woven wire and five-wire fence.

• Replacement of designated fence components (rods, corners, panels, gates, wood, T-posts).

• Tie-in to existing structures, including fences.

• Compliance with all applicable state laws relating to fire prevention.

• Submission of effective quality control/assurance and safety plans within 10 days following contract award.

• Contract Type: Construction, Firm Fixed Priced (FFP), Single Award Contract.

• Type of Construction: Heavy.

• Estimated Project Range: Between $100,000 and $250,000.

• Period of Performance: 95 calendar days after receipt of notice to proceed.

• Performance Bond: Not required.

• Quote Due Date: March 25, 2026, at 13:00 Mountain Time.

• Questions Due: 7 calendar days before the quote due date, submitted via email to epadeken@blm.gov.

• Submission Method: Electronic via email to epadeken@blm.gov.

• Evaluation Factors: Award will be made to the responsible firm whose quote is most advantageous to the Government, considering price and past performance.

• This solicitation is issued as a Total Small Business Set-Aside procurement.

• NAICS Code: 238990.

• Small Business Size Standard: $19.0 Million.

• A site visit is scheduled for March 11, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the BLM Fire Station, Jordan MT (182 Brusett Rd, Jordan, MT 59337).

• Offerors are urged to inspect the site.

• All correspondence shall be through Emma Padeken (epadeken@blm.gov).

• Contractors must register in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• Payment requests must be submitted electronically through the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform (IPP).

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Past Performance Questionnaire that must be completed and submitted with a vendor's quote. It is designed to gather information about a contractor's relevant experience and past performance.

• Contractor identification (Name, Address, Phone, SAM UEI, Type of Business).
• Questions regarding the number of years of relevant experience as a Prime Contractor and/or Sub-Contractor.
• A request to list completed projects within the last three years, including contract number, amount, project type, completion date, and reference contact information. A note specifies that only projects relevant to the solicitation's requirements will be considered.
• A request to list concurrent contract commitments.
• Questions about past failures to complete awarded work and whether work was completed by performance bond.
• A certification section for the contractor to attest to the accuracy of the provided information and authorize references.

This questionnaire is critical for bidders to demonstrate their past performance and relevant experience. Completing it accurately and thoroughly will be a key component of the evaluation process for this opportunity.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains detailed maps and drawings related to the Haxby 4 Fence project. It serves as a visual guide for the construction and placement of the fence, including specific details on materials, components, and configurations.

• Index of Sheets: A table of contents listing all included maps and drawings by page number and title.
• Maps: Detailed topographical maps showing the proposed fence line, area overview, state reference map, and surface ownership (BLM, Private Lands, State Lands).
• Drawings: Specific construction details for various fence components, including:
  • Steel fence standard drawings
  • Corner panels (steel)
  • Wire gates (steel)
  • Drill stem gate closer
  • Deadman at minor depression
  • Figure four & rock jack
• Legends: Explanations of symbols used on the maps and drawings, such as fence posts (3P, 4P), line posts (S), wire gates (G), end panels, and stress panels.

This document is critical for any bidder involved in the construction or installation of the Haxby 4 Fence. It provides the precise location, layout, and technical specifications for the fence, gates, and associated hardware. Bidders must use these drawings to understand the scope of work, material requirements, and construction methods necessary to successfully complete the project.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, the "Work Data Sheet," provides a detailed breakdown of quantities and dimensions for the "Haxby 4 Fence" project. It serves as a critical reference for bidders to understand the specific materials and measurements required for accurate proposal preparation.

• Fence Quantity Breakout: Lists specific bid items, their descriptions (e.g., Barbed Wire Fence All Steel, Fence Removal, Barbed Wire Gate), units (Rods, Each), and quantities.
• Drawing Dimensions: Provides key measurements for fence components, including post spacing, post lengths and depths (wood and steel), brace post dimensions, and wire spacing.
• Notes: Includes important clarifications such as:
  • Notice to proceed and contract performance time are contingent on appropriate conditions.
  • Fence specifications (4-wire, 3 barbed with bottom smooth, all steel line posts).
  • Contractor responsibility for disposal of unsalvageable materials.
  • Specifics on gate construction (all wire gates with wood end stays).
  • Salvageable steel posts can be used as deadmen.

This sheet is essential for bidders to accurately estimate material needs, labor, and costs. The detailed quantities and dimensions directly inform the proposal submission, ensuring alignment with the government's requirements for the Haxby 4 Fence project.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "General Decision Number" which provides prevailing wage rates for heavy construction projects in Montana. It serves as a reference for contractors to ensure compliance with labor standards on federal or federally funded construction projects.

• General Decision Number: MT20260076, dated 01/02/2026.
• State: Montana.
• Construction Type: Heavy.
• Counties Covered: Big Horn, Carter, Daniels, Dawson, Fallon, Garfield, McCone, Phillips, Powder River, Prairie, Richland, Roosevelt, Rosebud, Sheridan, Treasure, and Wibaux Counties.
• Specific Wage Rates: Lists prevailing wage rates and fringes for various trades including Electrician, Power Equipment Operator (with detailed classifications by crane size and type), Ironworker, Carpenter, Laborer, Operator (various equipment), Truck Driver, and Welders.
• Zone Definitions: Provides definitions for power equipment operator zones based on distance from county seats.
• Executive Orders: References Executive Order (EO) 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and EO 13658 (Minimum Wage), outlining contractor requirements.
• Appeals Process: Details the process for appealing wage determinations.

Bidders must use this document to understand the minimum wage and fringe benefit requirements for laborers and mechanics employed on covered construction projects. This information is crucial for accurate cost estimation and proposal development to ensure compliance with federal labor laws.