Daugherty Wetland Restoration Project Clark County, Illinois

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides answers to questions raised during a site showing on May 5, 2026, related to the Daughtery Site project.

• Latest Information: Bidders must acknowledge all amendments with their bid submission and check attachments for changes. The online post is considered the most up-to-date source.
• Redtop Grass: The scientific name for redtop grass is agrostis gigantea.
• Tile Exploration Cost: The specification and bid schedule have been updated; bidders should refer to these for per-unit costs related to tile exploration.
• Road Access & Damages: Contractors are responsible for any damages to county roads, water crossings, and culverts. They must determine allowable loads for culverts near the site.
• Haul Road Seeding: Haul roads and disturbed areas do not require seeding but must be graded to original conditions. Ruts and tracks need smoothing to pre-construction conditions, and haul roads require COTR approval.
• Stream Crossing: Altering the stream channel or building haul roads across it is discouraged. However, all haul roads require review and approval by the COTR. Proposals for stream crossings must include details on pipe installation, hydrology, hydraulics, removal, and rebuilding to pre-construction conditions, all at the contractor's expense.

This document clarifies specific requirements and updates related to the project specifications and bid schedule, directly impacting how bidders should prepare their proposals and understand project execution.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document contains construction specifications related to a SAM.gov opportunity. It details requirements for:

• Construction Specification 8: Mobilization and Demobilization
• Construction Specification 6: Seeding, Sprigging, and Mulching
• Construction Specification 21: Excavation

Construction Specification 8: Mobilization and Demobilization

• Covers contractor's forces and equipment for contract performance.
• Includes transportation, site establishment, and bonding costs.
• Demobilization includes removal, disassembly, and site cleanup.
• Payment is lump sum and made as work proceeds, with final payment upon completion.

Construction Specification 6: Seeding, Sprigging, and Mulching

• Details requirements for preparing areas, furnishing, and placing seed, sprigs, mulch, fertilizer, inoculant, and lime.
• Specifies material requirements (seed, fertilizer, inoculants, lime, mulch) including standards for purity, germination, and composition.
• Outlines seedbed preparation, seeding, fertilizing, mulching, and stabilizing operations.
• Includes specific rates for seed, fertilizer, and lime application.
• Payment methods vary based on contract pricing (unit price or lump sum).

Construction Specification 21: Excavation

• Defines common, rock, and unclassified excavation.
• Specifies requirements for using excavated material (on-site or disposal).
• Details disposal of waste materials.
• Outlines excavation limits and compliance with OSHA standards.
• Addresses borrow excavation and over-excavation correction.
• Includes specific bid items for "Excavation, Common" (20,943 cy) and "Tile Exploration and Drain Removal Trench" (5,523 ft).
• Payment is generally by contract quantity or unit price, with specific methods defined.

These specifications are critical for bidders to understand the technical requirements, materials, methods, and payment terms associated with the construction aspects of the opportunity. They directly impact the scope of work, cost estimation, and execution planning.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items (RFQ) for the Daugherty Wetland Restoration Project in Clark County, Illinois. The work is for the U.S. Department of Agriculture - Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) for the State of Illinois. The project involves excavation of pools, tile exploration, habitat mounds, mobilization/demobilization, and seeding.

• Mobilization and demobilization of contractor forces and equipment.

• Excavation as required by drawings and specifications, including disposal of excavated materials.

• Furnishing and placing seed in designated areas.

• Contractor must provide supervision, labor, tools, equipment, transportation, and materials.

• Contractor must follow industry standards and all applicable federal, state, and local construction, safety, and labor laws.

• Contractor is responsible for their equipment.

• Remove and properly dispose of all debris and excess materials.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price.

• Period of Performance: 37 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed.

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

• Award: One award is anticipated.

• Proposal Submission Deadline: May 19, 2026, 2:00pm CT.

• Proposals must be submitted via email to bobby.copenny@usda.gov.

• Questions Deadline: May 12, 2026, 2:00pm CT, submitted via email to bobby.copenny@usda.gov.

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

• Unbalanced or unrealistically low pricing may result in rejection.

• Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business.

• Small Business Size Standard: $45M for NAICS Code 237990.

• Active SAM registration is required.

• Site Visit: Recommended on May 5, 2026, at 10:00am CT at USDA/NRCS Service Center, 1001 N. York Street, Martinsville IL 62442.

• Incorporated Attachments: Construction Specifications (6 pages), Construction Plans (48 pages), Bid Schedule (1 page), Applicable Wage Determination(s) (13 pages).

• Service Contract Labor Standards apply. Wage Determination: IL20250015Rev. O Dated 1-2-2026.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the Daugherty Wetlands Restoration Project in Clark County, Illinois, for the U.S. Department of Agriculture - Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). The project involves mobilization and demobilization of contractor forces and equipment, excavation of pools, tile exploration, habitat mound creation, and seeding of designated areas.

• Mobilization and demobilization of contractor forces and equipment.

• Excavation of pools, tile exploration, and habitat mounds.

• Furnishing and placing seed in designated areas.

• Adherence to industry standards, federal, state, and local construction, safety, and labor laws.

• Provision of supervision, labor, tools, equipment, and transportation.

• Removal and proper disposal of all debris and excess materials.

• Contract type: Not explicitly stated, but implied to be fixed-price construction.

• Period of Performance: 37 calendar days after Notice to Proceed.

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

• Proposal Submission Deadline: May 19, 2026, by 2:00 p.m. Central Time.

• Submission Method: Email to Bobby Copenny II, Contracting Specialist, at bobby.copenny@usda.gov.

• Evaluation Factors: Award will be made based on the most advantageous offer considering Price, Technical Qualifications, and Past Performance.

• Price Evaluation: Will assess fairness, reasonableness, and realism. Unrealistically low or materially unbalanced pricing may lead to rejection.

• Technical Evaluation: Assesses understanding of requirements and skills.

• Past Performance: Evaluates satisfactory performance of similar work.

• This acquisition is 100% set-aside for small businesses.

• Applicable NAICS Code: 237990.

• A site visit is scheduled for May 5, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. CT. Attendance is highly recommended but not mandatory.

• Questions must be submitted in writing to Bobby Copenny II by May 12, 2026, 2:00 p.m. CT.

• Offerors must complete and sign SF-1442 and other required representations and certifications.

• Attachments include Construction Specifications, Mobilization, Seeding, Excavation details, Construction Drawings, and a Wage Determination.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a General Decision Number (GDN) for wage determinations applicable to construction projects in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin. It specifies prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for various labor classifications involved in "Heavy (Dredging and Marine)" construction types.

• Geographic Scope: Covers Illinois statewide and specific counties/regions within Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin.
• Labor Classifications: Details wage rates and fringe benefits for roles such as Fireman, Oiler, Deckhand, Scowman, Pipeline men, Launch Operator, Tug Engineer, Tug Operator, Mechanic, and various equipment operators (e.g., Crane/Backhoe Operator, Tug/launch operator).
• Rate Structure: Wages are categorized by floating equipment classes (I-IV) and specific geographic areas within states.
• Fringes: Includes standard fringe benefits (e.g., 7.61+a+b) and specific notes (a, b, c) detailing medical, holiday pay, and hazardous/toxic waste material compensation.
• Paid Holidays: Lists eight federal holidays that are applicable.
• Classification Descriptions: Provides definitions for various labor classifications to ensure accurate application of wage rates.
• Executive Orders: References Executive Order (EO) 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and EO 13658 (Minimum Wage for Federal Contractors), outlining contractor obligations.

This document is crucial for bidders to accurately estimate labor costs for any part of the opportunity that involves dredging or marine construction within the specified geographic areas. It ensures compliance with federal labor standards by outlining the minimum required wages and benefits for workers on the project.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document contains construction specifications for various aspects of a project, including Mobilization and Demobilization (Specification 8), Seeding, Sprigging, and Mulching (Specification 6), and Excavation (Specification 21). These specifications detail the requirements, materials, procedures, and payment terms for each work item.

Specification 8 - Mobilization and Demobilization:

• Covers contractor's forces and equipment for project mobilization and demobilization.
• Includes costs for personnel, equipment transport, site facilities, and bonds.
• Demobilization includes removal of facilities and site cleanup.
• Payment is lump sum, made as work proceeds, with final payment upon completion.

Specification 6 - Seeding, Sprigging, and Mulching:

• Details requirements for preparing areas, furnishing, and placing seed, sprigs, mulch, fertilizer, lime, and other soil amendments.
• Specifies material requirements for seed, fertilizer, inoculants, lime, and mulch.
• Outlines procedures for seedbed preparation, seeding, fertilizing, mulching, and stabilizing.
• Includes detailed rates for seed, fertilizer, and lime, and specifies application methods.
• Payment is by unit price or lump sum, depending on the bid item.

Specification 21 - Excavation:

• Defines common, rock, and unclassified excavation.
• Outlines requirements for blasting, use of excavated material, and disposal of waste.
• Addresses excavation limits, borrow excavation, and over-excavation correction.
• Details measurement and payment methods for excavation, including specific bid items for Common Excavation and Tile Exploration Trench.
• Specifies requirements for tile exploration trenches, including depth, backfilling, and notification procedures for found drains.

These specifications are critical for bidders to understand the technical requirements, material standards, work procedures, and payment structures for key project components. They directly impact the cost, time, and resources required to successfully execute the contract. Bidders must carefully review these specifications to accurately estimate their bids and ensure compliance with all contractual obligations.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ) for commercial items for the United States Department of Agriculture - Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) for the State of Illinois. The project involves excavation of pools, tile exploration, and habitat mounds, including mobilization and demobilization of contractor forces and equipment, excavation, disposal of materials, and furnishing and placing seed.

• Mobilization and demobilization

• Excavation and disposal of materials

• Preparation of areas for treatment

• Furnishing and placing seed in designated areas

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price

• Period of Performance: 37 calendar days after Notice to Proceed.

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

• Award: One award is anticipated.

• Proposal Submission Deadline: May 19, 2026, 2:00pm CT.

• Submission Method: Emailed quotes on company letterhead, signed, and dated to bobby.copenny@usda.gov.

• Questions Deadline: May 12, 2026, 2:00pm CT via email to bobby.copenny@usda.gov.

• Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the offeror representing the best value to the Government, considering only price. Quotes will be evaluated in accordance with FAR 12.203. Potential unbalanced or unrealistically low pricing may lead to rejection.

• Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business.

• NAICS Code: 237990 – Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction.

• Small Business Size Standard: $45M.

• Active SAM registration is required.

• Incorporated documents include: Attachment 1 – Construction Specifications, Attachment 2 – Construction Plans, Attachment 3 – Bid Schedule, and Attachment 4 – Applicable Wage Determination(s).

• A site visit is recommended on May 5, 2026, at 10:00am CT at USDA/NRCS Service Center, 1001 N. York Street, Martinsville IL 62442.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for the Daugherty Wetland Restoration Project in Clark County, Illinois. The project is for the United States Department of Agriculture - Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) for the State of Illinois. The work involves excavation of pools, tile exploration, and habitat mounds, including mobilization and demobilization of contractor forces and equipment, excavation, disposal of materials, and furnishing and placing seed.

• Excavation of pools, tile exploration, and habitat mounds.

• Mobilization and demobilization of contractor forces and equipment.

• Excavation and disposal of excavated materials.

• Furnishing and placing seed in designated areas.

• See Attachments for detailed drawings and specifications.

• Contract Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Updated)

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but offers are due May 19, 2026.

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Offers Due: May 19, 2026, 02:00 PM CDT.

• Site Visit: Recommended on April 29, 2026, at 10:00 AM CT at USDA/NRCS Service Center, 1001 N. York Street, Martinsville IL 62442.

• POC for Site Visit: Matt Dassenbrock at matt.dassenbrock@usda.gov, (217)208-4020.

• Original Set Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).

• The primary point of contact for this opportunity is Bobby Copenny.

• Attachments include a specification package, construction drawings, a bid schedule, and wage determination.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division General Decision, specifically "IL20260015", effective 01/02/2026. It establishes prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for various construction trades in multiple counties across Illinois.

• General Decision Number: IL20260015
• Effective Date: 01/02/2026
• Superseded Decision: IL20250015
• Applicable Counties: Adams, Brown, Cass, Champaign, Christian, Clark, Coles, Cumberland, De Witt, Douglas, Edgar, Logan, Macon, Mason, Menard, Morgan, Moultrie, Piatt, Pike, Sangamon, Schuyler, Scott, Shelby, and Vermilion Counties in Illinois.
• Construction Types: Heavy and Highway
• Trades Covered: Includes rates for various trades such as Cement Mason/Concrete Finisher, Carpenter, Piledriverman, Electrician, Laborer, Ironworker, Painter, Truck Driver, and Power Equipment Operator.
• Specific Rates: Details hourly wage rates and fringe benefits for each trade, often broken down by specific counties or regions within counties.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the minimum wage and fringe benefit requirements for laborers and mechanics employed on federal or federally funded construction projects in the specified counties. Bidders must ensure their proposals and subsequent labor costs comply with these prevailing wage determinations to be compliant with federal regulations.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains detailed construction drawings for the Daugherty WRE Wetland Restoration Project. It provides the necessary plans and specifications for the excavation of pools, tile exploration, and habitat mound construction.

• Index of Sheets: Lists all included drawings, detailing plans, profiles, and cross-sections for various project components (Pool AA, HM1-HM9A, Pool B1-B2, Pool C, Pool D).
• Site Map: Shows the overall project location and layout.
• Plan Views: Illustrate the site layout, including proposed pool and habitat mound locations, excavation areas, and tile exploration routes.
• Profile Views: Detail the existing and proposed elevations along specific project features.
• Cross-Sections: Provide detailed views of the proposed excavation and construction for pools and habitat mounds at various stations.
• Quantities: Some sheets include estimated quantities for excavation and fill.

These drawings are critical for bidders to understand the scope of work, the specific dimensions and locations of proposed features, and the overall design of the wetland restoration project. They are essential for accurate bidding, project planning, and execution.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Bid Schedule, also known as a Table of Quantities, for the DAUGHERTY WRE project in Clark County, Illinois. It provides a breakdown of estimated quantities for various work items to be bid upon.

• Item 1: Mobilization - Lump Sum
• Item 2: Seeding - Lump Sum
• Item 3: Excavation - 20,943 Cubic Yards
• The schedule includes columns for Specification, Amount, Units, Unit Price, and Cost.
• Fields for "Total Bid" and "Performance time" (37 days) are present.
• The document is dated April 2022.

This document is critical for bidders as it outlines the specific quantities and types of work for which they need to provide pricing. Bidders must complete the Unit Price and Cost fields for each item to calculate their Total Bid. The performance time is also a key factor in bid preparation.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Construction Specification 21—Excavation," outlines the requirements and procedures for excavation work related to a project. It defines classifications of excavation, blasting procedures, use and disposal of excavated material, excavation limits, borrow excavation, over-excavation correction, and measurement and payment.

• Classifications: Defines Common Excavation, Rock Excavation, and Unclassified Excavation, including specific definitions for heavy ripping equipment, wheel tractor-scrapers, and pusher tractors.
• Blasting: Details requirements for the handling, storage, and use of explosives, emphasizing supervision by experienced personnel and adherence to safety standards.
• Excavated Material Use/Disposal: Outlines methods for using suitable excavated material for fill or disposing of surplus/unsuitable material as waste.
• Excavation Limits: Specifies compliance with OSHA standards for excavations, trenching, and shoring, ensuring safe and stable conditions.
• Borrow Excavation: Addresses the process for obtaining additional material from designated borrow areas when needed.
• Over Excavation: Details corrective actions for excavation beyond specified lines and grades, including filling voids with concrete or compacted earthfill.
• Measurement and Payment: Describes how different types and classes of excavation will be measured and paid for, referencing specific bid items.
• Bid Items: Includes specific details for "Excavation, Common" (Bid Item# 4) and "Tile Exploration Trench" (Bid Item#7), outlining scope, quantities, disposal methods, and specific requirements for each.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the scope of excavation work, the types of materials to be excavated, how excavated material will be handled, safety requirements, and how the work will be measured and paid. It provides essential details for estimating costs, planning execution, and ensuring compliance with project specifications. The specific details for Bid Item#4 and Bid Item#7 are particularly important for understanding the direct work involved.