Cassville Cottage Asbestos Removal and Demolition and Clinton County Cottage Asbestos Removal

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) to Solicitation W912EK26QA019 modifies the original solicitation for Cassville Cottage Asbestos Removal and Demolition and Clinton County Cottage Asbestos Removal. Key changes include:

• New Attachments Provided:

  • Attachment 0001: Inspection Report Cassville Cottage.
  • Attachment 0002: Inspection Report Clinton County Cottage.
  • Attachment 0003: Questions and Answers for Cassville Cottage and Clinton County Cottage.

• Updated Wage Determinations:

  • Wage Determinations for Cassville Cottage (Wisconsin Grant County) have been updated.
  • Wage Determinations for Clinton County Cottage (Iowa Clinton County) have been updated.

• Extended Offer Due Date: The solicitation offer due date and time has been extended from 09 April 2026 at 2 PM Central Time to 12 May 2026 at 2 PM Central Time.

• Contract Description: Completion days have been extended from 45 to 90 consecutive calendar days. The NAICS code (238990) and Size Standard ($19,000,000.00, 100% Small Business Set-Aside) remain unchanged.

• Response Due Date: Extended from 09 Apr 2026 to 12 May 2026.

• Period of Performance (CLIN 0001): Modified from 23 Apr 2026 to 11 Jun 2026 to 01 Jun 2026 to 28 Aug 2026.

The offer due date has been extended to 12 May 2026. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment. Technical inquiries are due no later than 06 April 2026 by 2 PM Central Time.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding the solicitation for the Cassville Cottage and Clinton County Cottage demolition and site work.

• Inspection Reports: Inspection reports for both Cassville and Clinton are provided in Amendment 0001. These reports contain information on asbestos abatement, site conditions, and utility status.
• Building Dimensions: Cassville Cottage is approximately 1,350 SF with an additional 2,350 SF of driveway and a basement. Clinton Cottage is approximately 1,450 SF. Bidders must verify exact square footage.
• Plans and Bid Documents: USACE does not have specific plans for either cottage. Bidders must verify dimensions and scope.
• Asbestos: Inspection reports provided in Amendment 0001 detail the scope of asbestos abatement, including locations, types, and quantities. Bidders are responsible for verifying this information.
• Site Information: USACE has no property boundaries or current site elevation data. Cassville has no active utilities. Clinton's electrical power has been removed.
• Demolition Quantities: USACE does not have detailed demolition quantity estimates. Backfill will consist of lime or sand, graded to surrounding elevations. No seeding is required. Cassville's water well and septic have been abandoned, with certificates provided in the inspection report.
• Hazardous Materials: Beyond the asbestos detailed in the abatement report, USACE is unaware of other hazardous materials. Contractors are responsible for site visits to identify any additional materials.

This Q&A document clarifies key aspects of the project, including the availability of inspection reports, building dimensions, and site conditions. Bidders should review these responses carefully to ensure accurate pricing and proposal preparation. The document also confirms that inspection reports and some interior photos for Cassville are available in Amendment 0001.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an Asbestos Inspection Report for a property located at 7101 Closing Dam Road, Cassville, WI, for the Army Corps of Engineers, Project # 24-29160W. It details the findings of an inspection conducted to identify asbestos-containing materials (ACM) prior to demolition.

• The report includes an introduction, definitions of terms related to asbestos, general building observations, report data (methodology and overview), and a project summary.
• It lists positive sample results for asbestos, indicating materials that tested above 1% asbestos content.
• Conclusions and recommendations are provided, emphasizing the need to remove regulated asbestos-containing materials and non-friable Class II materials prior to demolition.
• Appendices include a sample inventory list with lab analysis, inspector license and certification, and pictures.
• The lab analysis section details the specific materials tested, their locations, quantities, asbestos type and percentage, and non-asbestos constituents.

This report is crucial for any bidder involved in the demolition or renovation of the property. It identifies specific materials containing asbestos, their locations, and quantities, which are essential for planning abatement procedures, ensuring regulatory compliance, and estimating project costs. Bidders must be aware of the presence of asbestos to safely and legally conduct any work on the property.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an Asbestos Inspection Report for a vacant cabin located north of Clinton, Iowa, prepared for ACOE (Attn: Andy Retheford). The inspection was conducted to identify the presence, quantity, and locations of asbestos-containing building materials (ACBM) prior to future demolition of the cabin.

• Inspection Details: Conducted on January 6th, 2025, by Advanced Environmental Testing and Abatement, Inc. The cabin is described as a one-story residential house, vacant, and in poor condition, elevated, and difficult to access.
• Sampling: A total of 9 bulk samples were collected and analyzed using Polarized Light Microscopy (PLM). The analysis followed EPA Method 600-R93-116.
• Results: One sample tested positive for asbestos-containing material: Grey Transite siding (25% Chrysotile) located on the exterior walls underneath existing vinyl siding.
• Recommendations: Removal of all asbestos-containing materials prior to demolition by a permitted asbestos company.
• Appendices: Include Sample Inventory List & Lab Analysis, Inspector License and Certification, and Pictures.

This report is crucial for any bidder involved in the demolition or renovation of this cabin. It identifies specific materials containing asbestos, their locations, and quantities, which will directly impact the scope of work, safety protocols, and costs associated with abatement and disposal. Bidders must review this report to understand the asbestos hazards present and to accurately price and plan their demolition/renovation activities.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the "CASSVILLE COTTAGE ASBESTOS REMOVAL AND DEMOLITION AND CLINTON COUNTY COTTAGE ASBESTOS REMOVAL" project. The work involves asbestos removal and demolition at a cottage in Cassville, WI, and asbestos removal at a cottage in Clinton County, IA.

• Cassville Cottage: Abatement/removal of asbestos-containing materials, demolition of the cottage, foundations, and slabs (including driveway), backfilling the basement to a minimum of three feet below grade, and regrading disturbed areas with grass seed.

• Clinton County Cottage: Abatement/removal of all asbestos-containing materials.

• All work for both locations must be completed within 45 consecutive calendar days after notice to proceed.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: 45 calendar days from notice to proceed.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but the NAICS code is 238990 with a Size Standard of $19,000,000.00.

• Submission Deadline: Offers are due by 02:00 PM local time on April 9, 2026.

• Submission Method: Quotes must be emailed to the Contract Specialist, Carrie Holub (carrie.l.holub@usace.army.mil). NO HARD COPY QUOTES WILL BE ACCEPTED.

• Evaluation Criteria: Quotes will be evaluated on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis, considering one technical experience factor and price. The contractor must have at least three years of experience with asbestos removal. A single relevant past project within the last three years, similar to the requirement, must be submitted for evaluation (rated ACCEPTABLE or UNACCEPTABLE).

• Bonds: Performance and payment bonds are required if the quote exceeds $150,000. If the quote is between $35,000 and $150,000, a payment bond or irrevocable letter of credit is required.

• Set-Aside: This solicitation is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database.

• Technical inquiries must be submitted via email to Carrie Holub no later than April 6, 2026, by 2 PM Central Time.

• Contractors must be certified to transact business in Wisconsin and Iowa before award.