SD FTFW MADI 10(2) & 9000(1) REHAB MADISON WMD HQ ROAD

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for a roadway construction project to rehabilitate the approach road and parking lot for the Madison Wetland Management District (WMD) Headquarters and the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Visitor Center. The project aims to improve safety and mobility by providing better access to and parking for the Payne Waterfowl Production Area (WPA), while also extending the service life of the access road and parking lot wearing surfaces.

• Pavement reconstruction of the apron (72 linear feet).

• Preservation of a consistent 14-foot roadway section for the two-way, single-lane access road.

• Parking lot dimensions: Eight 10-foot by 20-foot stalls on the north side (totaling 80 feet) and ten 10-foot by 20-foot stalls on the south side (totaling 100 feet).

• Re-grading the surface to a uniform 1.75% cross slope.

• Pavement reconstruction, structural section replacement, realignment and widening, drainage and grading improvements, accessibility and safety enhancements, and infrastructure preservation.

• Compliance with Standard Specifications for Construction of Roads and Bridges on Federal Highway Projects, FP-24 (US Customary Units).

• Adherence to Special Contract Requirements (SCRs) and other applicable regulations (FAR, RFO, TAR).

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Estimated Price Range: $250,000 to $700,000.

• Period of Performance: Commencement within 10 calendar days after notice to proceed, with completion by November 18, 2026.

• Bid Opening Date: See Page A-1, Item 13A.

• Bids must be submitted in sealed envelopes to the address specified in Item 8 by 2:00 p.m. local time on June 14, 2026.

• Electronic bids will not be accepted.

• Evaluation: Bids will be evaluated based on price and price-related factors. Award will be made to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.

• Key Deadlines: Technical questions due by June 5, 2026.

• Full & Open Competition with HUBZone Price Preference.

• Issued under NAICS 237310 (Highway, Street & Bridge Construction) with a small business size standard of $45 million.

• A 10% price evaluation factor will be applied to all offers, except for HUBZone small business concerns that have not waived the preference and otherwise successful small business offers.

• Offerors are required to have an active Federal Government contracts registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to submission and at the time of award.

• Bid bonds are required and must be originals with original signatures and corporate seals.

• Digital copies of bid bonds may be downloaded from gsa.gov.

• Partnering is encouraged but voluntary.

• Use of Masterworks system for electronic documentation is required.

• Specific requirements for soil erosion and sediment control, stormwater pollution prevention, and material certifications are detailed.

• Wage determination rates apply, including provisions for paid sick leave under Executive Order 13706.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This set of documents provides comprehensive details for the "SD FW MADI 10(2) & 9000(1) REHAB MADI WMD HQ ROAD & PKG" project in Lake County. It includes an index to all project plans, survey control data, site maps, typical construction sections, and a detailed summary of quantities for various pay items.

• Index to Sheets: Acts as a table of contents for all project drawings, detailing sheets for conventions, survey control, site maps, earthwork, road profiles, parking, and specific construction details.
• Survey Control & Site Information: Provides precise survey points (North, East, Latitude, Longitude, Elevation) using the South Dakota South (4002) coordinate system and NAVD88 vertical datum. Includes a site map showing project limits and a typical section for road and parking rehabilitation.
• Summary of Quantities: Outlines estimated quantities for pay items such as mobilization, survey, clearing, grading, aggregate base, asphalt concrete pavement, fog seal, prime coat, tack coat, and equipment rental, with quantities in various units (LPSM, EACH, MILE, SQYD, CUYD, TON, HOUR, LNFT).
• Detailed Drawings: Includes plans and profiles for roadway excavation, earthwork, pavement transitions, subexcavation, sign structures (with breakaway supports), and parking area markings/signing, along with associated point tables.

These documents are critical for bidders to understand the full scope, design, and requirements of the road and parking rehabilitation project. The index helps navigate the plans, survey data ensures accurate site understanding, and the summary of quantities is essential for cost estimation and proposal development. The detailed drawings provide specific geometric and construction information necessary for accurate bidding and project execution.

Other / Unclassified

This document is titled "FP-24 Standard Specifications for Construction of Roads and Bridges on Federal Highway Projects." It is a comprehensive set of specifications issued by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) for constructing roads and bridges on Federal Highway projects under their direct administration. These specifications are intended to be part of a contract and binding upon all parties when designated.

This document serves as the authoritative reference for construction standards and material requirements for any Federal Highway Administration projects that adopt these specifications. Bidders must familiarize themselves with these standard specifications to understand the requirements for materials, construction methods, quality control, testing, measurement, and payment for road and bridge construction projects administered by the FHWA. It outlines the general requirements, project requirements, earthwork, aggregate and base courses, asphalt pavements, rigid pavements, bridge construction, incidental construction, materials, and specific testing procedures that will govern the execution of the work.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Pavement Design Report prepared by Shannon & Wilson for HDR Engineering, Inc. It provides geotechnical and pavement design recommendations for the reconstruction of an access road and parking lot at the Madison Wetland Management District Visitor Center in Lake County, South Dakota.

• Subsurface Exploration: Details of three borings drilled, including depths, soil classifications (Unified Soil Classification System - USCS), and sampling methods.
• Geotechnical Laboratory Testing: Results of index tests (water content, unit weight, grain size analysis, Atterberg limits) and engineering property tests (corrosion, R-value, swell/collapse).
• Pavement Design Recommendations: Analysis of various paving alternatives including full-depth asphalt concrete pavement (ACP), ACP over crushed aggregate base (CAB), ACP over full-depth reclamation (FDR), and ACP over lime-treated subgrade (LTS).
• Construction Considerations: Guidance on site preparation, earthwork, subgrade preparation and compaction, soft subgrade treatment, lime-treated subgrade, and paving materials.
• Corrosion Potential: Assessment of soil corrosivity to steel and concrete, with recommendations for protective measures.
• Limitations: Defines the scope and intended use of the report.

This report is crucial for any bidder involved in the reconstruction of the access road and parking lot. It provides detailed information on subsurface conditions, soil properties, and recommended pavement designs, including specific material requirements and thicknesses for various layers (ACP, CAB, FDR, LTS). Bidders can use this information to understand the ground conditions, potential construction challenges (e.g., soft subgrade, expansive soils), and the specific materials and methods required for the project. The report also highlights corrosion potential, which may influence material selection and protective measures.