APH ACEP Easement Restoration Structural Measures Monroe County, Illinois

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) by the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) for the State of Illinois. The project involves easement restoration structural measures in Monroe County, Illinois. The government anticipates awarding one firm-fixed-priced contract.

The work includes:

• Mobilization and demobilization of contractor forces and equipment.

• Clearing and grubbing, including disposal of trees, brush, and other vegetation.

• Excavation and disposal of excavated materials.

• Construction of earth embankments and backfills.

• Furnishing and installing plastic pipe and corrugated metal pipe, including necessary fittings.

• Preparing areas for treatment.

• Furnishing and placing seed, sprigs, mulch, fertilizer, inoculant, lime, and other soil amendments.

• Anchoring mulch in designated areas.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: 40 calendar days after Notice to Proceed.

• Estimated Value: Between $100,000 and $250,000.

• Performance Period: 40 calendar days after Notice to Proceed.

• Quotes are due no later than May 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM CT.

• Emailed quotes are accepted and should be sent to bobby.copenny@usda.gov.

• Questions are due no later than May 8, 2026, at 2:00 PM CT, via email to bobby.copenny@usda.gov.

• Award will be made to the responsible quoter whose quote represents the best value to the Government, considering only price. Quotes will be evaluated without discussions.

• Potential unbalanced or unrealistically low pricing may result in rejection.

• This acquisition is 100% set-aside for Small Business concerns.

• The small business size standard for NAICS Code 237990 is $45M.

• Active SAM registration is required.

• Incorporated documents include: Construction Specifications (41 pages), Construction Plans (30 pages), Bid Schedule (1 page), and Applicable Wage Determination(s) (7 pages).

• A site visit is scheduled for April 29, 2026, at 10:00 AM CT. POC: John Grab at john.grab@usda.gov, (618)791-1436. Attendance is not mandatory but recommended.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document contains construction plans for a wetland restoration project, specifically detailing the construction of berms and associated features for Cells 1, 2, and 3, as well as a rework of a berm between a railroad track and Cell #2. It also includes specifications for seeding and mulching.

• Index of Sheets: Outlines the various components of the construction plans, including cover sheets, plan maps, details, seed and mulch specifications, construction specifications, and forms.
• Cell 1, 2, and 3 Plan Maps: Detailed layouts showing the proposed berms, spillways, borrow areas, and control structures for each wetland cell.
• Typical Berm Cross Sections: Illustrates the dimensions and slopes for the constructed berms.
• Table of Quantities: Provides estimated quantities for materials such as embankment earthfill, cutoff trench earthfill, PVC pipe, control structures, and anti-seep collars for each cell.
• In-Line Control Structure Details: Specifics on the design and installation of water control structures.
• Auxiliary Spillway Plans and Sections: Details for auxiliary spillways.
• Profiles: Cross-sections and longitudinal profiles showing original and settled elevations for berms, structures, and borrow areas.
• Seeding Requirements (Illinois NRCS 342): Specifies seed types (Tall Fescue, Redtop, Alsike, Switchgrass), seeding rates, application timing, and fertilizer/amendment requirements.
• Mulching Requirements (Illinois NRCS 484): Details mulch material (straw), application rate (2600 lbs/acre), method, and anchoring.
• Rework of Berm: Specific plans and cross-sections for reworking a berm between Cell #2 and a railroad track, including quantities for stripping and fill.
• Rubber Membrane Anti-Seep Collar Detail: Specifications for anti-seep collars.

This document provides the comprehensive technical specifications and design details required for the construction, seeding, and mulching of wetland restoration features. Bidders will use these plans to understand the scope of work, material requirements, quantities, and construction methods necessary to prepare a bid and execute the project.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a bid schedule for the APH ACEP-WRE Wetland Easement Restoration project in Monroe County, IL. It details the various line items, quantities, units, and unit prices required for the project, serving as a template for bidders to submit their pricing.

• Itemized Costs: Includes mobilization, clearing, grubbing, wetland berm excavation, earthfill, pipe installation (various types and sizes), and seeding/mulching.
• Quantities and Units: Specifies the amount of work or material needed for each item (e.g., Cu Yd, Ft, Acre, Lump Sum).
• Unit Prices and Subtotals: Fields for bidders to enter their proposed pricing.
• Total Bid: A field to sum all individual item costs.
• Performance Time: Indicates a total performance time of 40 calendar days.

This schedule is critical for bidders to understand the specific components of the restoration project and to prepare a comprehensive and competitive bid. It outlines the scope of work in detail and provides the structure for submitting pricing proposals.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Wage Determination from the U.S. Department of Labor, specifically for the Service Contract Act. It lists the minimum wage and fringe benefit rates required for various occupations in specific geographic areas (Illinois and Missouri counties) for federal contracts.

• Occupational Listings: Provides a comprehensive list of job titles, corresponding occupational codes, and their minimum hourly wage rates.
• Geographic Scope: Specifies the counties in Illinois and Missouri to which this wage determination applies.
• Fringe Benefits: Indicates that fringe benefits are required and follow the occupational listing. Specific notes detail health and welfare benefits, including those related to Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave), and vacation time accrual based on years of service.
• Executive Orders: References Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave for Federal Contractors) and Executive Order 13658 (Establishing a Minimum Wage for Federal Contractors), outlining their applicability and requirements.
• Conformance Process: Details the procedure for establishing wage rates for occupations not listed in the determination.

This document is critical for bidders responding to federal solicitations that are subject to the Service Contract Act. It establishes the minimum labor costs that must be factored into proposals for covered service contracts. Bidders must ensure their proposed wages and benefits meet or exceed these requirements to be compliant.

Other / Unclassified

This document contains detailed construction specifications for various aspects of the APH ACEP Easement Restoration Structural Measures project in Monroe County, Illinois. It outlines requirements for:

• Mobilization and Demobilization (Spec #8): Contractor's site presence, equipment, and bond requirements.
• Clearing and Grubbing (Spec #2): Removal of vegetation and debris, with specific methods for disposal and protection of existing vegetation.
• Excavation (Spec #21): Classification of excavation (common, rock, unclassified), blasting procedures, use and disposal of excavated material, and safety requirements.
• Plastic Pipe (Spec #45): Furnishing and installation of plastic pipe, including material specifications, handling, laying, embedment, backfill, and pressure testing.
• Corrugated Metal Pipe (Spec #51): Furnishing and installation of corrugated metal pipe, including material types (aluminum, steel), fabrication, handling, laying, bedding, and coating repair.
• Earthfill (Spec #23): Construction of earth embankments and backfills, including material requirements, foundation preparation, placement, moisture control, compaction, and rework procedures.
• Seeding, Sprigging, and Mulching (Spec #6): Preparation of areas, furnishing and placing seed, sprigs, mulch, fertilizer, and anchoring mulch.

It also includes material specifications for Aluminum Corrugated Pipe (Spec #552) and Plastic Pipe (Spec #547).

This document is crucial for potential bidders as it defines the technical requirements, materials, construction methods, and quality standards for the project. It details the scope of work for each construction element, including specific bid items for excavation, earthfill, water control structures (plastic and corrugated metal pipe), and seeding/mulching. Bidders must review these specifications to understand the full scope of work, potential challenges, and the quality expected for successful project execution.