ESR 2026 Fence Perm Repair Temp Const

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for a Firm Fixed Price Construction contract for the ESR 2026 Fence Perm Repair Temp Const project for the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Vale District Office in Malheur County, Oregon. The project involves fence repair and temporary fence construction in multiple locations related to fire recovery efforts.

• Fence Repair: Includes repair of 3 or 4-wire (2-3 Barbed, 1 Smooth) fence, installation of T-Posts, barbed wire rolls, smooth wire rolls, H-Braces, rock jacks, barbed wire gates, rock cribs, and stays. This work is specified for the Little John Fire (7.85 miles), Rock Creek Fire (26.73 miles).

• Temporary Fence Construction: Includes installation of 3-wire (3 Barbed, 1 Smooth) fence, installation of T-Posts, barbed wire rolls, smooth wire rolls, and easy fence panels. This work is specified for the Butte Fire (4.88 miles) and Cow Valley Fire (5.67 miles).

• Temporary Fence Removal: Includes removal of 3-wire (2 Barbed, 1 Smooth) fence for the Willowcreek Fire (6.8 miles).

• Spill Provisions: Requirements for hazardous material containment and cleanup, including developing and implementing a Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plan and maintaining a Spill Containment Kit (SCK).

• Environmental Requirements: Compliance with State of Oregon regulations regarding spark arresters.

• Work Hours: Limited to one-half hour before sunrise to one-half hour after sunset, Monday through Friday, unless otherwise authorized.

• Fire Requirements: Compliance with Oregon fire season regulations, including specific fire tools and equipment based on fire precaution levels.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Construction contract.

• Period of Performance: The contractor shall begin performance within 10 calendar days and complete it within 242 calendar days after receiving notice to proceed. Estimated completion dates are: Temporary Fence Construction by 07/15/2026, Temporary Fence Removal by 09/30/2026, and Permanent Fence Repair by 12/31/2026.

• Estimated Magnitude: Between $500,000 and $1,000,000.

• Proposal Submission: Proposals must be submitted electronically via email to Susanne Clark (susanneclark@blm.gov) and cc' blm_or_so_952_mail@blm.gov by April 20, 2026, at 1430 PT.

• Proposal Structure: Proposals must be submitted in two parts: (1) Technical Proposal and (2) Price Proposal.

• Technical Evaluation: Based on Relevant Experience (at least 3, not more than 4, similar projects completed as Prime Contractor within the last 6 years) and Local Market Knowledge.

• Price Evaluation: Price will be evaluated for fair and reasonableness but not rated.

• Award Basis: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

• Key Deadlines: Questions due April 16, 2026, 1430 PT. Offers due April 20, 2026, 1430 PT.

• Set-Aside: This solicitation is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside.

• Site visits are scheduled for March 31, 2026, and April 1, 2026.

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses covering various aspects of construction, labor, environmental protection, and contract administration.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside. The government requires the performance of work related to "ESR 2026 Fence Perm Repair Temp Const for the BLM Vale District Office, Oregon". The estimated magnitude of this project is between $500,000 and $1,000,000.

The solicitation outlines several specific tasks, including:

• Little John Perm Repair (Construction of Other Non-Building Facilities), delivery by 12/31/2026.

• Rock Creek Perm Fence (Construction of Other Non-Building Facilities), delivery by 12/31/2026.

• Butte Temp Construction (Construction of Other Non-Building Facilities), delivery by 12/31/2026.

• Cow Valley Temp Construction (Construction of Other Non-Building Facilities), delivery by 12/31/2026.

• Willowcreek Temp Fence Removal (Construction of Other Non-Building Facilities), delivery by 12/31/2026.

• The contract performance period is 242 calendar days after receiving award or notice to proceed.

• Performance and Payment Bonds are required within 5 calendar days after award.

• Offers are due by 04/20/2026 at 1430 local time.

• Offers must be submitted to Susanne Clark at the address specified in Item 8.

• Sealed envelopes containing offers must be marked with the offeror's name and address, solicitation number, and due date/time.

• Offers providing less than 60 calendar days for Government acceptance will be rejected.

• This solicitation is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business Set-Aside.

• The document is a Standard Form 1442.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a handbook titled "H-1741-1 Fencing" which provides detailed standards and guidance for the design, construction, modification, maintenance, and reconstruction of fences on lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM).

• Introduction and Purpose: Outlines the handbook's role in supplementing general renewable resource guidelines with specific standards for fence construction on BLM lands.
• Coordination Standards: Details requirements for planning, environmental analysis, and coordination with internal BLM programs and external agencies (e.g., livestock operators, conservation organizations, federal/state agencies).
• Investment Analysis Standards: Explains the importance of investment analysis in project development and prioritization.
• Fence Design/Construction Standards: Provides comprehensive standards for various types of fences, including those for livestock, big game (pronghorn antelope, deer, elk, moose, bighorn sheep), wild horses and burros, recreation sites, bison ranges, and riparian areas. It also covers specific components like gates, cattleguards, stiles, and grounding wire.
• Modification and Removal: Addresses criteria and responsibilities for modifying or removing existing fences.
• Maintenance: Outlines standards and responsibilities for maintaining fences.
• Reconstruction: Details standards and responsibilities for fence reconstruction.
• Glossary of Terms: Defines key terms used throughout the handbook.
• Illustrations: Includes numerous diagrams and tables illustrating fence designs, wire spacing, gate closers, stiles, and other components.

This document serves as a technical specification and guidance manual for any potential bidder involved in fencing projects managed by the BLM. It outlines the required standards, materials, designs, and coordination processes that must be adhered to. Understanding these standards is crucial for developing accurate proposals, estimating costs, and ensuring compliance with BLM regulations and management objectives related to resource protection, wildlife movement, and livestock control.

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

To repair existing permanent fence damaged by wildfire and install temporary fencing to manage grazing rotations and protect burned areas for rest.

• Permanent Fence Repair: Modify and/or repair 34.58 miles of existing permanent fence across two fire areas (Little John and Rock Creek).

• Temporary Fence Installation: Construct 10.55 miles of 3-strand temporary fence across two fire areas (Butte and Cow Valley).

• Temporary Fence Removal: Remove 6.8 miles of temporary fence from one fire area (Willowcreek).

• The project is located on lands administered by the Vale District BLM in Malheur County, Oregon.

• Specific project locations are detailed by fire area (Butte, Cow Valley, Little John, Rock Creek, Willowcreek) with associated legal locations and segment lengths.

• Materials: Specifications are provided for barbed wire, barbless wire, fence stays, T-posts, corner/stress/end panels, metal rock jacks, and wire gates.

• Installation: Adherence to provided specifications for both permanent and temporary fences is required. Temporary fence materials are to be deposited at the end of the fence for easy pick up.

• Access: Access to project sites will be provided, but may involve private roads requiring coordination with landowners.

• Environmental: Contractors must clean vehicles to prevent the spread of noxious weeds and follow fire restrictions.

• Reporting: Contractor must provide weekly progress reports and notify BLM 7 days in advance of work location.

• Completion of 34.58 miles of permanent fence repair.

• Installation of 10.55 miles of temporary fence.

• Removal of 6.8 miles of temporary fence.

• BLM will require regular status updates and may conduct field visits.

• Work will be accepted upon satisfactory completion of deliverables and contract requirements.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This Excel file provides detailed breakdowns of permanent and temporary fence repair and construction requirements, likely for cost estimation and planning purposes. It lists specific fence types, quantities (in feet and/or each), and associated fire names or project areas.

Sheet: Perm_Fence

• Details permanent fence repair work for 'Little John Fire' and 'Rock Creek Fire'.
• Lists various fence types including Barbed Wire (3, 4, 5-wire), Gates, Steel Pipe Panels (Corner, End, Stress), Rock Cribs, Rock Jacks, and wire installations/removals.
• Quantities are provided in Miles and Total Feet for each structure/fence segment.
• Total permanent fence repair work across both fires is approximately 34.57 miles or 182,561 feet.

Sheet: Temp_Construction

• Details temporary fence construction requirements.
• Lists fence types such as 3-wire (3 Barbed, 1 Smooth), 2-Wire Barbed, 1-Wire Smooth, 4-Wire Barbed Gates, Steel 'T' Line Posts, and Easy Fence Panels.
• Quantities are provided in Miles and Feet for 'Butte' and 'Cow Valley' fires.
• Total temporary fence construction is approximately 10.55 miles or 55,704 feet.

Sheet: Temp_Removal

• Details temporary fence removal for 'Willowcreek'.
• Quantities are provided in Miles and Feet.
• Total temporary fence removal is approximately 6.8 miles or 35,904 feet.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the scope and scale of potential fencing work. It provides specific quantities and types of fences to be repaired, constructed, or removed, which are essential for developing accurate proposals and pricing. Bidders should review the detailed breakdowns for each fire and fence type to assess their capacity and bid strategy.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a General Decision Number (OR20260074) for heavy construction projects in Malheur County, Oregon. It supersedes a previous decision (OR20250074) and was published on January 2, 2026. The document details prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for various labor classifications, including:

• Millwright
• Carpenter (Excluding Form Work)
• Electrician
• Power Equipment Operator (with detailed classifications for various crane and equipment types)
• Ironworker (Reinforcing and Structural)
• Laborers (including Mason Tender-Cement/Concrete, general, fence erection, flagger, pipelayer)
• Line Construction (Groundman)
• Operators (Backhoe, Bobcat/Skid Steer/Skid Loader, Broom/Sweeper, Excavator, Loader, Paver)
• Truck Drivers (Dump Truck, Off the Road Truck, Water Truck)
• Cement Mason/Concrete Finisher
• Plumbers and Pipefitters

It also includes information on zone differentials for specific metropolitan counties and cities, and references Executive Orders related to paid sick leave (EO 13706) and minimum wage (EO 13658) for federal contractors. The document outlines the process for appealing wage determinations.

This document is crucial for bidders on federal or federally-assisted heavy construction projects in Malheur County, Oregon. It establishes the minimum prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to laborers and mechanics employed on such projects. Bidders must use this information to accurately calculate labor costs in their proposals and ensure compliance with labor standards.