WA FLAP JEFFER 134309(2), Two Trout Creek Culvert Replacement

Amendment / Modification

This amendment modifies the solicitation for the "Two Trout Creek Culvert Replacement" project (Project No. WA FLAP JEFFER 134309(2)). The primary change is to the "Special Contract Requirements" section.

Specifically, the period for in-water work has been revised. Previously set from July 15 to August 15, it is now extended to July 15 to August 31 (inclusive) of any given year, unless otherwise approved by the Contracting Officer (CO).

• Page E-19, Section 107.10 (e) 1: In-water work dates.

• The amendment does not extend the hour and date specified for receipt of offers.

• Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides clarification regarding the "Project Two Trout Creek Culvert Replacement" opportunity.

• Question: Is the in-water work time frame fixed, or can the work be done in 2027?
• Answer: Bidders should refer to the solicitation documents for information regarding the work time frame.

This clarification does not appear to alter any requirements, due dates, or submission rules. Bidders are directed to the original solicitation documents for definitive guidance on the work time frame.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document contains plans for the "Two Trout Creek Culvert Replacement" project in Jefferson County, Washington. The project involves the installation of a precast reinforced concrete box culvert to replace existing culverts. The length of the project is 0.095 miles.

• Removal of existing pipe culverts.

• Installation of a precast reinforced concrete box culvert (18 feet span, 12 feet rise).

• Roadway excavation and stabilization.

• Installation of guardrail systems and terminal systems.

• Soil erosion and sediment control measures.

• Drainage improvements, including placed riprap, rock weirs, sediment retention sills, and streambed material.

• Environmental mitigation, including log barriers, root wads, and bank stabilization with untreated timber piles.

• Temporary traffic control measures.

• Planting of various tree and shrub species.

• Contract type: Not specified, but implied to be a construction contract based on the nature of the documents.

• Period of Performance: Not specified.

• Estimated Value: Not specified.

• Submission instructions: Not detailed in this document; typically found in the main solicitation document.

• Evaluation criteria: Not detailed in this document.

• Key deadlines: Not detailed in this document.

• Not specified in this document.

• The document consists of detailed engineering plans, including site location maps, sheet index, plan symbols, summary of quantities, typical sections, survey control, erosion control plans, safety details, drainage plans, temporary traffic control plans, environmental mitigation plans, and planting plans.

• The project is located within Jefferson County, Washington, near Olympic National Park.

• Specifications reference "Standard Specifications for Construction of Roads and Bridges on Federal Highway Projects, FP-24."

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the "Two Trout Creek Culvert Replacement" project, identified by Solicitation No. 69056725B000014 and Project No. WA FLAP JEFFER 134309(2). The project is located approximately 20 miles south of Forks in Jefferson County, Washington. This solicitation is a total small business set-aside.

• Replacement of two fish barrier culverts with a fish passable box culvert at Two Trout Creek.

• Bank stabilization to protect the Upper Hoh River Road.

• Mitigation work for the Two Trout Creek fish barrier removal.

• The project utilizes U.S. Customary units of measure.

• Governed by Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), agency supplemental regulations, and the Standard Specifications for Construction of Roads and Bridges on Federal Highway Projects, FP-24.

• Contractor must use the Government's web-based system Masterworks for daily reports and measurement notes.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price

• Period of Performance: Commencement within 10 calendar days after Notice to Proceed, completion not later than 10/02/2026.

• Estimated Value: Between $2,000,000 and $5,000,000.

• Electronic bids are NOT accepted. Submit printed copy of bid to the address listed on SF 1442.

• Bid Opening Date: See Page A-3, Block 13A.

• Questions regarding technical information (Plan and Division 100 – 700 Specification questions only) must be submitted in writing to wfl.plans-spec@dot.gov by close-of-business five (5) days prior to the due date.

• Answers to General and Technical Questions will be posted at https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/5fc253cc931c48619e92efa1f41454ce/view.

• Bid Bond: Required (20 percent of bid price or $3 million, whichever is less).

• SF 1442, Solicitation, Offer, and Award: Must be fully completed and signed.

• Representations & Certifications: Must be submitted online at https://www.sam.gov/SAM/ before bid submittal.

• Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR Clause 52.219-6).

• Electronic Plan Sheets are available at https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/5fc253cc931c48619e92efa1f41454ce/view.

• Project pre-advertised on 08/27/2025.

• No Government personnel will be available for show-me tours.

• Physical data applicable to this project is listed in Subsection 102.02A Physical Data.

• Fraud Alert: Be aware of fraudulent letters requesting banking information.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This Excel file provides survey control point data for the "WA FLAP JEFFER 134309(2)" project, specifically the "Two Trout Creek Culvert Replacement." It is intended to be imported into a plan sheet and contains detailed coordinate information for survey points.

• Project Information: Includes project name, NPS PMIS No., NPS Drwg No., first sheet number (D.1), title block text ("SURVEY CONTROL"), and coordinate system details (Washington North SPCS NAD83 2011, NAVD88 GEOID18 vertical datum, NAD83/2011 CADD system).
• Coordinate Data: Provides State Plane Coordinates (North, East) and Geo Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude) for various survey points (e.g., 22001 through 22009, TROUT1, TROUT2).
• Elevation and Height Data: Includes Orthometric Elevation and Ellipsoid Height for each point.
• Combined Factor: Lists the combined factor for each point, relevant for precise distance calculations.
• Description: Brief descriptions of the survey markers (e.g., "5/8"ir w/fhwa alum cap").
• Instructions: Guidance on how to import the data into a spreadsheet and how to use the coordinate data for precise distance checks.

This document provides critical geospatial data for the "Two Trout Creek Culvert Replacement" project. Bidders involved in surveying, site preparation, or construction requiring precise location data will need to reference these control points. The file details the specific coordinate system, datum, and units (US SURVEY FOOT) to be used, ensuring consistency in all spatial measurements related to the project.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a "Memorandum: Two Trout Creek Crossing - Aquatic Organism Passage Hydraulics Report" dated August 9, 2024. It details the findings of a hydraulic engineering analysis for a proposed permanent crossing of Two Trout Creek on Oil City Road. The report focuses on ensuring aquatic organism passage (AOP) and addresses the existing crossing's inadequacy for fish passage. It outlines design criteria, hydraulic considerations, and recommends a specific structure type.

This report is crucial for understanding the technical requirements and environmental considerations for the Two Trout Creek crossing project. It details the hydraulic analysis, design criteria for aquatic organism passage, and the rationale behind the proposed solutions. Bidders can use this information to assess the project's scope, understand the challenges (e.g., landslide risk, channel instability), and prepare informed proposals. Key details include:

• Problem: Existing culverts are inadequate for aquatic organism passage and the channel downstream is unstable.
• Proposed Solution: A permanent crossing designed to facilitate AOP, mimicking natural stream processes.
• Design Criteria: Based on "Stream Simulation: An Ecological Approach to Providing Passage for Aquatic Organisms at Road-Stream Crossings" and Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife guidelines.
• Hydraulic Analysis: Includes 100-year flood discharge estimates (adjusted for climate change), culvert capacity analysis, and channel characteristics.
• Key Recommendations: The report discusses two options: a bridge and a concrete box culvert, with a strong leaning towards the concrete box culvert due to cost, resilience to differential movement, and construction advantages. Specific design parameters for the recommended culvert are provided.
• Environmental Considerations: Addresses landslide risks, channel transition, and potential impacts on aquatic life.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) template for the "Two Trout Creek Culvert Replacement" project. It is designed to comply with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Construction General Permit (CGP).

• Project Information: Details the project name, location (Oil City Road @ MP 0.52, Forks, WA), latitude/longitude, and county (Jefferson County).
• SWPPP Preparation: Dated July 15, 2025, with estimated project dates from March 2, 2026, to November 27, 2026.
• Responsible Parties: Identifies the operator(s) and stormwater team members, including contact information and responsibilities.
• Site Evaluation: Includes project/site information, discharge information, and nature of construction activities.
• Compliance Documentation: Details compliance with other federal requirements, including Endangered Species Act (ESA) and Historic Property Screening.
• Erosion and Sediment Controls: Outlines practices for natural buffers, perimeter controls, sediment track-out, stockpiles, dust minimization, steep slope disturbances, topsoil management, soil compaction, and storm drain inlet protection.
• Pollution Prevention Controls: Addresses potential sources of pollution, spill prevention and response, fueling and maintenance of equipment, washing of equipment and vehicles, and storage/handling/disposal of materials and wastes.
• Dewatering Practices: Describes procedures for discharging accumulated stormwater and/or groundwater.
• Inspection and Corrective Action: Details inspection personnel, procedures, schedules, and corrective action protocols.
• Turbidity Monitoring: Outlines requirements for dewatering discharges to sensitive waters.
• Certification and Notification: Includes certification statements and notification requirements.
• Appendices: Lists various supporting documents such as site maps, the 2022 CGP, NOI, inspection forms, and training documentation.

This document is crucial for any bidder as it outlines the environmental compliance requirements related to stormwater management for the "Two Trout Creek Culvert Replacement" project. It details the specific erosion and sediment controls, pollution prevention measures, and dewatering practices that must be implemented. Understanding these requirements is essential for developing a compliant and effective project proposal and execution plan, particularly concerning environmental protection and regulatory compliance.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a "Review Memo" from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Western Federal Lands Highway Division to a Project Manager. It summarizes geotechnical recommendations for a culvert replacement project based on a review of a "Final Geotechnical Engineering Report" by Aspect Consulting and a "Two Trout Creek TS&L Concept Memo" by WFLHD HYD. The memo itself is a desktop study and does not include site visits or original analysis by the WFLHD Geological Engineer.

This memo provides context and references for the geotechnical aspects of the "Oil City Rd-Two Trout" project. It highlights that the primary geotechnical recommendations are derived from the "Aspect Consulting Report" and that the WFLHD memo focuses on hydraulic and hydrological aspects. Bidders should note that this document is a summary and reference, and the "Final Geotechnical Engineering Report" and "Two Trout Creek TS&L Concept Memo" are the authoritative sources for detailed geotechnical and hydraulic information, respectively. It also indicates that the project involves a culvert replacement and addresses potential landslide concerns.

• Project: WA JEFF 134309(1) - Oil City Rd-Two Trout, Jefferson County, Washington.
• Primary Geotechnical Source: "Final Geotechnical Engineering Report" by Aspect Consulting (December 22, 2020).
• Hydraulic/Hydrology Source: "Two Trout Creek TS&L Concept Memo" by WFLHD HYD (September 14, 2023).
• Scope: Geotechnical recommendations for culvert replacement.
• Limitations: This memo is based on a desktop study; no site visit by the WFLHD Geological Engineer.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document contains cross-section sheets for the "WA FLAP JEFFER 134309(2) - Two Trout Creek Culvert Replacement" project. These sheets provide detailed graphical representations of the proposed roadway and surrounding terrain at various stations along the "Main_01" alignment.

Each sheet displays a cross-section of the project area, indicating:

• Stationing along the "Main_01" alignment (e.g., 3+65.00, 4+00.00).
• Original ground elevations.
• Designed grade elevations.
• Subgrade elevations.
• Roadway geometry, including lane widths, shoulders, and slopes.
• Cut and fill indications.

These cross-section sheets are critical for bidders to understand the proposed earthwork, grading, and final surface design of the project. They provide essential visual data for estimating quantities, planning construction methods, and assessing the overall scope of the "Two Trout Creek Culvert Replacement" project.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Volumes Report" that details "Corridor Model Component Quantities." It appears to be a technical report providing detailed material quantities (volumes, areas, lengths, costs) for various components along a "Primary Alignment2" corridor. This report is likely an attachment to a larger project or solicitation, providing granular data on earthwork, grading, pavement, and shoulder components.

• Stationing: Data is organized by station points along the alignment (e.g., 365.000, 366.000, etc.).
• Component Areas/Volumes: Quantities are broken down by material type (e.g., Cut Volume, Fill Volume, Mesh DNC DNC, Mesh Grading Cut, Mesh Pavement Pavement Layer 1, etc.).
• Surface Area Totals: Includes length, area, unit cost, and material cost for surface components.
• Units: Notes that units are in feet, square feet, and cubic feet.

This document provides highly detailed quantity take-offs for various construction materials and earthwork. Bidders would use this information to:

• Develop accurate cost estimates for the "earthwork" related aspects of the opportunity.
• Understand the scope and scale of materials required for different sections of the alignment.
• Identify potential areas for cost savings or efficiency based on the detailed breakdown of volumes and costs.

Other / Unclassified

This document contains detailed horizontal and vertical alignment data for a project named "Design SurvFt". It includes station, northing, easting, and elevation data for various linear and circular elements, as well as symmetrical parabolas. The data appears to be generated from civil engineering design software.

This document provides specific geometric design details for a project. While not a solicitation or SOW, it could be relevant to bidders if the opportunity involves construction, surveying, or design work where understanding or utilizing these alignment specifications is critical. It details the "Main_01" horizontal alignment and "Main_01_Pro" vertical alignment.

Other / Unclassified

This document provides information regarding the Federal Highway Administration's (FHWA) procedures for the definitization of equitable adjustments for change orders under construction contracts, as required by FAR 36.211. It also presents data on FHWA's past performance over the prior three fiscal years (FY 2021, FY 2022, FY 2023) concerning the time taken to definitize these equitable adjustments.

This document is relevant to potential bidders as it outlines regulatory requirements and provides historical performance data related to contract change order management. While it does not detail specific upcoming procurements, it offers insight into the agency's processes and performance metrics for construction contracts, which may inform bidder understanding of contract administration expectations. There are no agency-specific additional policies or procedures mentioned beyond the FAR requirements.

• A table detailing the number of change order proposals definitized under construction contracts, categorized by the time taken after receipt of an adequate proposal (e.g., 0-30 days, 31-60 days, etc.) for FY 2021, FY 2022, and FY 2023.
• Data also includes definitizations made after contract completion via modification.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains the "PLANS FOR PROPOSED PROJECT" for the "TWO TROUT CREEK CULVERT REPLACEMENT" project, identified by WA FLAP JEFFER 134309(2). It provides detailed engineering plans and specifications for the construction of a new culvert in Jefferson County, Washington.

• Project Location: Jefferson County, Washington, along a 0.095-mile stretch.
• Type of Construction: Box Culvert Installation.
• Design Designation: Standard Specifications for Construction of Roads and Bridges on Federal Highway Projects, FP-24.
• Key Sheets Included:
  • Title Sheet (A.1)
  • Plan Symbols and Abbreviations (A.2)
  • Vicinity Map (A.3)
  • Typical Section (C.1)
  • Survey Control (D.1)
  • Plan and Profile (G.1)
  • Erosion Control Plan (E.2)
  • Temporary Diversion Berm Methods (E.3)
  • Silt Fence Detail (E.4)
  • Check Dam Details (E.5)
  • Fiber Roll Details (E.6)
  • Temporary Stream Diversion Channels (E.7)
  • Rolled Erosion Control Product on Slopes (E.8)
  • W-Beam Guardrail Details (F.1, F.2, F.3)
  • Simulated Stream Culvert Treatment (G.2)
  • Culvert Sediment Retention Sill Details (G.3)
  • Rock Weir Detail (G.4)
  • Box Culvert Structure Details (G.5, G.6)
  • Temporary Traffic Control Maps and Details (H.2, H.3, H.4, H.5)
  • Tree Plan (I.2)
  • Willow and Cottonwood Installation Details (I.3)
  • Trees and Shrubs Planting Methods (I.4)
  • Environmental Mitigation - Log Barrier (I.5, I.6)
• Traffic Control: Includes temporary traffic control plans for advanced signing, single lane closure with signals, and single lane closure with temporary barrier.
• Environmental Mitigation: Details for log barriers and stream culvert treatment are provided.

This document is critical for potential bidders as it outlines the complete scope of work, design specifications, and construction requirements for the Two Trout Creek Culvert Replacement project. It details the type of culvert, road construction, erosion control measures, traffic management, and environmental considerations that must be incorporated into a bid proposal.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document provides preliminary information for the "Two Trout Creek Culvert Replacement" project (Solicitation No. 69056725B000014). The project aims to improve aquatic organism passage (AOP) by replacing an existing culvert on Oil City Road near Milepost 0.5 with a new AOP structure. This work also supports ecological restoration efforts.

• Removal of the existing culvert.

• Installation of a new AOP culvert.

• Reconstruction of the roadway over the culvert.

• Installation of new guardrails.

• Placement of in-stream logs to improve fish habitat.

• The solicitation documents will be available during the winter of 2025.

• Prospective bidders are encouraged to view the project site as conditions permit, as viewing may be difficult during winter conditions.

• Check the Jefferson County Public Works website for current road conditions.

• No Federal Highway Administration personnel will be available for site tours.

• Technical questions should be submitted via email to wfl.plans-spec@dot.gov.

• General questions can be directed to wfl.contracts@dot.gov or by phone at 360-619-7520.

• Not specified in this document.

• Bidders should monitor SAM.gov for the actual solicitation release date and use the "Follow" feature for automatic notifications.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document describes the work required for the WA FLAP JEFFER 134309(2) project, which involves constructing an Aquatic Organism Passage (AOP) Culvert at Oil City Road MP 0.5. The purpose is to replace a failing culvert that currently blocks fish passage in a tributary to the Hoh River.

• Construction of an AOP Culvert (18' Span, 12' Rise)

• Soil Erosion Control measures (Silt Fence, Fiber Roll, Check Dam)

• Earthwork including Clearing & Grubbing, Roadway Excavation, and Stabilization Geotextile

• Slope Reinforcement and Retaining Walls, including Riprap (Class 4 and Ditch, Class 1)

• Roadway Aggregate

• Guardrail System G4, Type 4, Class B Steel Post and Terminal System

• Temporary Traffic Control (Portable Changeable Message Signs, Construction Sign)

• Environmental Design elements (Root Wad, Streambed Material)

• Turf Establishment and Plants

• Estimated Price Range: $2,000,000 to $5,000,000

• Tentative Solicitation Date: Fall/Winter 2025

• Tentative Fixed Completion Date: Winter 2026

• Project Length: 0.1 Miles

• Not specified in this document.

• Not specified in this document.

• The work will utilize US Customary Units and FP-24 Specs.

• Project Location: Approximately 16 Miles South of Forks city, Jefferson County, Washington State.