Blue Lake Fence Reconstruction near Ruidoso, NM

Amendment / Modification

This amendment to Solicitation #127EAX26Q0012 makes the following changes:

• Incorporates Questions & Answers (RFIs) related to the Blue Lake Fence Reconstruction project. This includes seven photos and fifteen Q&A pairs.

• Adds FAR Clause 52.222-90 (Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors) and AGAR Clause 452.203-72 by reference.

• Extends the quotation due date by two days to Friday, May 1, 2026, at 12:00 PM Mountain Time. No further questions will be received or responded to.

• The Questions & Answers section is added.

• Specific FAR and AGAR clauses are incorporated.

• The submission deadline is modified.

• The deadline for submitting quotations has been extended by two days to Friday, May 1, 2026, at 12:00 PM Mountain Time.

• Bidders must ensure their email responses arrive by this new deadline.

• All other terms, conditions, solicitation provisions, and contract clauses from the original Request for Quote (RFQ) remain unchanged.

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

To reconstruct a post and pole fence around the Blue Lake Wetland in the Lincoln National Forest near Ruidoso, NM. This is to prevent further damage to the wetland caused by off-road vehicles and UTVs, which gained access after the 2022 McBride Fire destroyed the original fence.

• Construct approximately 2,150 feet of post and pole fence.

• Install two U-shaped walk-throughs to allow pedestrian access to Blue Lake.

• Use "light on land" tactics due to the sensitive wet meadow environment.

• Materials will need to be hauled approximately 100-200 feet from Forest Road 120A to the work site.

• Special care may be required during the monsoon season (June-September).

• Posts are to be 6-inch diameter, 8-foot long, set 3 feet into the ground, resulting in approximately 5 feet above ground.

• Posts are to be spaced approximately 9 feet on center.

• Two poles (4-inch diameter, 10-foot long) are to be attached to the posts.

• Top rail to have a minimum 6-inch diameter.

• Bottom pole to have approximately 20 inches of clearance from the ground.

• Middle pole to be equidistant between top and bottom poles.

• Site remediation, including re-contouring soil and clearing debris, is required upon completion.

• Location: Near Forest Road 120A on the Smokey Bear Ranger District, Lincoln National Forest, near Ruidoso, New Mexico.

• Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM local time, excluding Federal Holidays. Off-hours work requires coordination.

• Contractor must provide all management, supervision, labor, materials, equipment, and supplies, unless otherwise specified.

• Contractor must use "light on land" tactics and low-impact equipment (e.g., rubber wheels/tracks).

• A pre-work conference will be held with the Contracting Officer (CO) or Contracting Officer Representative (COR).

• An on-site contractor representative with mid-level fence construction/supervision experience is required.

• Government-furnished materials include treated wood posts, treated wood poles, and spikes, available for pick-up at the Smokey Bear Ranger District Office.

• Contractor employees must have experience in post and pole construction.

• Fire pre-suppression requirements include a fire toolbox, a trained fire guard, and spark arrestors/mufflers on all internal combustion engines.

• All equipment must be inspected and approved by the Forest Service prior to use.

• Site remediation is required upon completion.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a General Decision Number (GDN) for Davis-Bacon Act prevailing wage rates applicable to building construction projects in Lincoln County, New Mexico. It provides the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to various laborers and mechanics employed on covered federal or federally funded construction projects.

• General Decision Number: NM20260021
• State: New Mexico
• County: Lincoln County
• Construction Type: Building (does not include single-family homes or apartments up to and including 4 stories).
• Effective Dates: Various dates, with the latest listed as 01/02/2026.
• Classifications and Rates: Lists specific job classifications (e.g., Carpenter, Electrician, Ironworker, Laborer, Operator) with their corresponding prevailing hourly wage rates and fringe benefits.
• Geographic Zones: For some classifications (e.g., Electrician), rates vary based on mileage from a main post office, defining Zones 1 through 4 with different surcharges.
• Executive Orders: Notes applicability of Executive Order 13706 (Establishing Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (minimum wage for federal contractors).
• Appeals Process: Outlines the procedure for appealing wage determination decisions.

Bidders must use these prevailing wage rates to accurately estimate labor costs for their proposals on relevant construction opportunities. Failure to comply with these wage requirements can lead to contract violations. The document helps bidders understand the minimum labor costs mandated by federal regulations for this type of construction in the specified geographic area.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Schedule of Items" that requires bidders to provide pricing information for the "Blue Lake Fence Reconstruction" project. It must be included with the Request for Price package.

• Contractor Information: Fields for Contractor Name, UEI, Address, POC Name, Email, and Phone.
• Project Details: Identifies the project as "Blue Lake Fence Reconstruction" located in the Lincoln National Forest near Ruidoso, New Mexico, under Solicitation # 127EAX26Q0012.
• Schedule of Items: A table listing specific tasks with units and quantities:
  • Site Preparation and layout (HR, 48)
  • Post-hole digging and setting (HR, 288)
  • Pole Installation (HR, 120)
  • Pass-through installation (HR, 48)
  • Clean-up (HR, 24)
• Pricing: Bidders must fill in UNIT PRICE and TOTAL PRICE for each item, leading to a grand TOTAL.

This document is critical for bidders to complete their pricing proposal. It outlines the specific labor hours (HR) required for various tasks related to the fence reconstruction and serves as the basis for calculating the total bid price. Bidders must accurately fill out all requested contractor information and the unit and total prices for each line item.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a map proposal for the Blue Lake Updated Fence Project within the Lincoln National Forest, Smokey Bear Ranger District. It provides a visual representation of the proposed fence area and related features.

• Map Area: Depicts the "Blue Lake" area with topographic contours, roads (including "Ridge" and "4WD"), and water features.
• Proposed Fence: Outlined in orange, indicating the fence perimeter.
• Key Features: Includes symbols for walk-through points (pink triangles), gates (yellow squares), and burned trees.
• Measurements: Specifies "Fence Acreage = 8 acres" and "Fence Perimeter = 2,150 ft."
• Location Context: Includes a vicinity map showing the Smokey Bear Ranger District within New Mexico and a more detailed map of the district itself.
• Date: The map was dated 1/4/2024.

This map is crucial for bidders to understand the physical scope and location of the proposed fence reconstruction project. It visually defines the area of work, the approximate size and perimeter of the fence, and the presence of specific features that may impact construction or planning.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ) for the "Blue Lake Fence Reconstruction" project on the Lincoln National Forest near Ruidoso, New Mexico. The acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• Reconstruction of a wetland fence that was destroyed by the 2022 McBride Fire.

• The project is for construction only; fencing supplies will be provided by the government.

• The contractor is responsible for providing their own construction tools and equipment for installation.

• Major tasks include: Site Preparation and layout, Pole-hole digging and setting, Pole Installation, Pass-through installation, and Clean-up.

• Anticipated Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.

• Period of Performance: Commence work within 1 calendar day after notice to proceed, with entire work ready for use not later than 30 calendar days after notice to proceed. This includes final cleanup.

• Supplies were purchased using Burned Area Rehabilitation (BAR) funds.

• Requests for Information (RFI) must be emailed to melissa.heckenlaible@usda.gov no later than April 17th, 2026, 12:00 PM Eastern Time.

• Quotes must be emailed to melissa.heckenlaible@usda.gov no later than April 29th, 2026, 12:00 PM Eastern Time.

• Quotes will be evaluated based on Technical Approach, Past Performance, and Price.

• Award will be made to the offeror representing the best value to the Government, not necessarily the lowest-priced offeror.

• Offerors must have an active entity registration at SAM.gov.

• Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• The small business size standard is $19M.

• The Statement of Work (SOW) attachment includes a map of the detailed fence location.

• Davis-Bacon Act Wage Determination NM20260021 is attached.

• Offerors must hold prices firm for 60 calendar days from the quote due date.

• An organized site visit has not been scheduled.