CO NP COLM 10(5), GUARDRAIL IMPROVEMENT

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (A002) modifies the solicitation/contract.

Key changes include:

• Removal and replacement of the Wage Determination, including all D sheets.

• Removal and replacement of page one from Amendment A001.

• Correction of the project number in Box 5.

• Wage Determination (all D sheets)

• Page one of Amendment A001

• Box 5 (Project Number)

• Bidders are reminded that failure to acknowledge this amendment in Block 19 of the SF 1442 by the designated date and hour specified in the solicitation may result in rejection of their bid. This is a critical reminder for offerors.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding the CO NP COLM 10(5) Guardrail Improvement opportunity.

• Item Discrepancy: The solar radar flashing speed sign listed on SAM.gov was removed from the RFQ. Bidders should refer to the bid schedule, which indicates the use of chevrons instead of the solar radar sign and specifies wood posts for 5 EA.
• Electronic Bid Submission: Electronic bids are to be submitted to cflcontracts@dot.gov.
• Bid Bond Submission: Bid bonds must be originals and sent to the address specified on page A-1, Box 8: Denise Martinez, Contract Specialist, Federal Highway Administration, Central Federal Lands Division Office, 12300 W. Dakota Avenue, Lakewood, CO 80228.

This Q&A clarifies specific item requirements and submission procedures for electronic bids and bid bonds, ensuring bidders have accurate information for their proposals.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (A001) to the solicitation/modification of contract modifies the original document. The primary change is the removal and replacement of "sheets C-3 through C-18".

Sheets C-3 through C-18 of the original document have been replaced.

Bidders are cautioned that failure to acknowledge this amendment in Block 19 of the SF 1442 by the specified date and hour may result in bid rejection. The amendment does not explicitly state changes to proposal deadlines or evaluation factors, but the replacement of significant sections implies potential impacts on requirements.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides answers to vendor questions regarding the CO NP COLM 10(5) Guardrail Improvement opportunity.

• Item Discrepancy: A question was raised regarding variations between items listed on the Sam.gov solicitations page and the price schedule. Specifically, the Sam.gov page listed "Sign System (Solar Radar Flashing Speed Sign)" as 1 EA, while the bid schedule indicated "wood posts" and called for 5 EA.
• Correction: The government clarified that chevrons will be used instead of the solar radar sign. The solar radar sign has been removed from the RFQ. Bidders should refer to the bid schedule for the correct item.

This clarification indicates a change in the required signage, with the solar radar sign being removed and chevrons being the specified alternative. Bidders should ensure their submissions align with the bid schedule and the updated requirement for chevrons.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document contains plans for the "CO NP COLM 10(5) Guardrail Improvement" project within Colorado National Monument. The project involves guardrail replacement and installation along Rim Rock Drive in Mesa County, spanning approximately 0.27 miles across various sites.

• Removal of existing terminal systems and guardrail.

• Installation of new Midwest Guardrail System (MGS) Type 2, Class A, with wood posts (coated).

• Installation of new MGS Type MGS Tangent terminal systems (coated).

• Replacement of wood posts and blockouts.

• Removal and resetting of existing barrier elements.

• Installation of sign systems (wood post).

• Roadway aggregate, Method 2.

• Temporary traffic control, including plastic fence for staging areas.

• The specifications reference "STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF ROADS AND BRIDGES ON FEDERAL HIGHWAY PROJECTS, FP-24".

• Not explicitly detailed in this document, which focuses on the technical plans and quantities.

• Not specified in this document.

• The project length is 0.27 miles, with specific work sites identified by mile markers (MM 0.8, MM 17.8, MM 18.8, MM 19.1, MM 20.2, MM 20.3).

• Locations of guardrail post replacements and repair limits are to be determined in the field by the Contracting Officer (CO).

• Minimize vegetation removal is a requirement.

• A staging area is designated at the East Overflow Parking lot.

• The document includes detailed plans, typical sections, and a summary of quantities for various pay items.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for a roadway construction project involving guardrail improvements at the Colorado National Monument, Mesa County, Colorado. The project is identified as CO NP COLM 10(5).

• Construction of guardrail improvements.

• Includes removal and reset of existing guardrail and barriers.

• Installation of new guardrail systems (MGS, Type 2, Class A, wood posts; coated W-beam rail).

• Installation of tangent terminals meeting MASH Test Level 2.

• Roadway aggregate, traffic control, sign installation, and related work.

• Use of specific materials and methods as detailed in the specifications and plans.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Estimated Price Range: $250,000 to $700,000.

• Period of Performance: Work to commence within 10 calendar days after notice to proceed. Completion date is August 11, 2026.

• Quotes are to be submitted electronically.

• Key submission documents include SF-1442, Quote Schedule, and Representations and Certifications.

• Technical questions deadline: April 22, 2026, 4:00 PM.

• Quote due date: May 7, 2026, 2:00 PM local time.

• Evaluation Factors: Price, Technical Approach (Capability/Subcontracting, Key Personnel, Performance Schedule), and Relevant Experience.

• Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose quotation is most advantageous, considering price and non-price factors.

• Issued under NAICS 237310 (Highway, Street & Bridge Construction).

• Small business size standard: $45 million.

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

• Solicitation cites Standard Specifications for Construction of Roads and Bridges on Federal Highway Projects, FP-24 (US Customary Units).

• Special Contract Requirements (SCRs) amend and supplement the FP-24.

• Electronic submission of documents is required via Masterworks.

• A bid bond is required, in the form of a firm commitment, for twenty (20%) percent of the bid price or $3,000,000.00, whichever is less.

• Fire prevention plan requirements are included in Appendix A.