Fort Simcoe Job Corps Center Water System Renovation

Amendment / Modification

• Amendment 0004 provides responses to questions asked during the question period.

• No other changes have been made to the solicitation.

• Not specified, but implies changes related to the question period.

• The purpose of this amendment is to provide responses to questions asked during the question period. No other changes have been made to the solicitation.

• As a reminder, quotations shall be submitted to Bradley.Martin2@usda.gov and Ian.Barnes@usda.gov.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding the solicitation for water line and service installation.

• SCADA System: Alternate SCADA systems are acceptable if they meet or exceed the specified Rockwell system's requirements and functionality. More economical alternatives are encouraged. Refer to specification section 406100 2.2 F.
• Rock Excavation: Excavation and backfill are incorporated into the unit prices for water line and service installation. There is no separate line item for rock excavation. Options like open excavation, directional bore, and pipe bursting are available. Water lines are generally to follow existing pipe routes to limit additional rock excavation.
• Backfill Material: Screened native material is acceptable for backfill if it meets the requirements for "select fill" as specified in section 310513 2.1A (2” nominal max rocks, subject to plastic and liquid limits, free from organics, large clumps, debris). Pipe bedding specifications may be used for road crossings instead of screened sand.
• Service Location: Most existing water services have exposed valves in mechanical rooms. Building access can be coordinated. Some invasive excavation may be necessary for precise location of new service tie-in points.
• Grade Changes: Pipe grade and bends must be made within manufacturer's installation limits. Bends exceeding joint offsets require fittings. Refer to thrust block requirements for bends.
• Curb/Gutter Replacement: Curb and gutter replacement is not a separate bid item. Payment will be measured on a square foot basis with associated sidewalk or pavement work. Other minor site restoration is incidental to the main pay items.
• Water Flushing: Chlorinated water flushing must follow AWWA C651 and C655 standards for field dechlorination, considering chlorine concentrations and volume, along with any state-specific requirements.

These clarifications provide specific details on material acceptance, compensation for excavation, installation methods, and disposal requirements, which may influence bidder pricing and approach.

Amendment / Modification

• Extends the solicitation closing date to April 20, 2026, at 1700 EST.

• Extends the deadline for submitting questions to Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at 1200 Eastern Time.

• Solicitation closing date and questions period.

• Proposal submission deadline extended.

• Deadline for questions extended.

• No other changes to the solicitation have been made.

Amendment / Modification

• Extends the solicitation closing date to April 17, 2026, at 1700 EST.

• Schedules a second site visit for Thursday, April 9, 2026, at 0900 Pacific time.

• Item 11: Solicitation amendment, extending the offer receipt date.

• Item 14: Description of Amendment/Modification, detailing the extension and new site visit date.

• The proposal submission deadline has been extended to April 17, 2026.

• A second site visit has been scheduled for April 9, 2026.

Other / Unclassified

This document contains a list of sections and their corresponding page numbers for the "WATER SYSTEM RENOVATION" project at "FORT SIMCOE JOB CORPS CIVILIAN CONSERVATION CENTER". It appears to be a table of contents or index for a larger set of specifications.

This document provides an overview of the various technical specifications included in the project documentation. Bidders can use this to quickly locate specific sections of interest related to the "WATER SYSTEM RENOVATION" project, such as "GENERAL REQUIREMENTS", "SELECTIVE DEMOLITION", "CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE", "GENERAL ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS", and various "SITE WATER UTILITY DISTRIBUTION" sections. This helps in understanding the scope and technical details of the project.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment to solicitation 12441926R0002, dated 03/11/2026, provides responses to vendor questions and includes an updated specifications document.

• Solicitation Questions and Answers (attached)
• UPDATED FTS WaterSystemReno Specs 20260327 (attached)

While the amendment extends the offer receipt date, the specific new date is not provided in this document. Bidders must acknowledge receipt of this amendment. Failure to do so may result in offer rejection. Changes to submitted offers can be made via telegram or letter, provided they are received before the specified opening hour and date.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides clarifications and answers to questions submitted by potential bidders regarding the solicitation.

• Pricing Submission: Bidders should use Attachment 4 (PDF) for the Schedule of Items, as the reference to an Excel file was a typo. Generic template language regarding Excel tabs is not applicable; all price information should be in the Schedule of Items.
• Price Hold Period: Offerors must hold their prices for 180 calendar days.
• Period of Performance: The project completion is within 365 days of award, with a 180-day period of performance after Notice to Proceed.
• Liquidated Damages: There are no defined liquidated damages for this project.
• Backup Instructions for Price: The requirement for "Backup Instructions" to determine price reasonableness is to be disregarded.
• Progress Payment Schedule: A progress payment schedule is not applicable to this procurement.
• SCADA System Programming & Training: The Forest Service intends for the contractor to provide a turn-key SCADA system, including programming and training for designated staff. References to "Engineer/SSI" in the specifications pertain to the contractor's Software and Hardware Integrator teams. Section 26 08 00 2.2 has been edited to remove "under separate contract."
• Historian License: The requirement for a standalone Historian license has been eliminated. Factory Talk View with an integrated historian and a perpetual license with a 1-year maintenance agreement is now specified (Section 40 61 00 2.2).
• Flow Meters: New flow meters are specified for all three wells to ensure compatibility and minimize troubleshooting, despite some existing meters being relatively new.
• Reservoir Height: Contractors will need to field verify reservoir heights/water elevations.

These clarifications address discrepancies in pricing submission formats, confirm key contract terms like price hold and performance periods, and refine technical requirements for the SCADA system and related components. Bidders should ensure their proposals reflect these updated understandings.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a General Decision Number (GDN) for Davis-Bacon wage determinations. It provides the prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to various laborers and mechanics employed on construction projects covered by the Davis-Bacon Act and related acts in Yakima County, Washington. This document is crucial for bidders to understand labor costs associated with building construction projects.

• General Decision Number: WA20260119, dated 01/02/2026.
• Geographic Area: Yakima County, Washington.
• Construction Type: Building Construction Projects (excluding single-family homes or apartments up to and including 4 stories).
• Classifications: Lists various trades and their corresponding prevailing hourly wage rates and fringe benefits (e.g., Heat & Frost Insulator, Bricklayer, Carpenter, Electrician, Operator, Laborer, Painter, Plumber, Roofer, Truck Driver, etc.).
• Effective Dates: Wage rates are effective on specific dates, generally in 2024 or 2025.
• Executive Orders: Notes applicability of Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (minimum wage for federal contractors).

Bidders must use these wage rates to accurately estimate labor costs when preparing their proposals. Failure to comply with these prevailing wage requirements can lead to contract violations. The document helps bidders determine if they have the capacity to meet the labor cost requirements of the opportunity.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains detailed drawings and specifications for the "Fort Simcoe Water System Renovations" project. It outlines the scope of work, materials, and construction methods required for the upgrade and replacement of the existing potable water distribution system at the Fort Simcoe Job Corps Center.

• Project Scope: Replacement of approximately 9,256 linear feet of 6-inch water pipe, installation of new fire hydrants, and backflow prevention valves.
• System Components: Details on water pipe installation (PVC C-900 and HDPE), valve schedules, fire hydrant assemblies, backflow prevention valves, and instrumentation/control system upgrades at wells and storage tanks.
• Construction Details: Includes general notes on trenching, traffic control, temporary water service, site restoration, and specific construction notes for various elements like pipe crossings, service connections, and abandonment of existing lines.
• Quantities: A summary of estimated quantities for all bid items, including mobilization, pipe, valves, hydrants, pavement restoration, and instrumentation upgrades.
• Drawings: Comprehensive set of drawings illustrating site plans, contour plans, water site plans, details of connections and installations, and instrumentation diagrams.

This document is critical for potential bidders as it provides the complete technical specifications and design details necessary to understand the full scope of the water system renovation project. It details the exact requirements for materials, installation methods, and site conditions, which are essential for preparing an accurate bid and project proposal.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the furnishing of all labor, equipment, incidentals, and materials to accomplish the "Fort Simcoe Job Corps Center Water System Renovation" project. The project is located at the Fort Simcoe Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center, 40 Abella Ln, White Swan, WA 98952.

The project involves various water system improvements, including but not limited to:

• Mobilization
• Erosion Controls
• Utility Locates
• Construction Signage
• Constructing a 6" PVC C-900 Waterline
• Water Service Replacement for various buildings
• Pavement Restoration
• Sidewalk Replacement
• Fire Hydrant installation and replacement
• Gate Valve installation
• Backflow Prevention Valve installation
• Asbestos Cement Pipe Removal and Disposal
• Instrumentation Upgrades
• Water Sampling Stations
• Well Upgrades
• Reservoir Improvements
• Fill Station Improvements
• TERO Fee (3% of Subtotal)

Optional items include additional waterline construction, gate valve installation, and pavement restoration.

• Award Type: Firm-fixed price construction contract.

• Period of Performance: 180-day base period from the notice to proceed.

• The Government intends to make one award.

• Site Visit: March 18, 2026, at 09:00 AM Pacific Time at the project location.

• Questions Due: March 20, 2026, no later than 5:00 PM PST.

• Offers Due: April 13, 2026, no later than 5:00 PM PST.

• Submission Method: Email to bradley.martin2@usda.gov.

• Evaluation Criteria: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

• Evaluation Factors: Technical Approach (Project Schedule), Demonstrated Prior Experience, and Price Schedule. All factors are of equal importance.

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

• This is a commercial construction acquisition.

• Specific set-aside information is not detailed in this section but may be present in other attachments.

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR and AGAR clauses and provisions that bidders must comply with.

• Technical data and supporting documentation are available through specified sources.

• An abstract of questions and answers, and a list of conference attendees, will be disseminated.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment 3 Specifications.pdf", appears to be a collection of specification sections related to a "WATER SYSTEM RENOVATION" project at "FORT SIMCOE JOB CORPS CIVILIAN CONSERVATION CENTER". It details various technical requirements for different aspects of the project.

The document is organized into numbered sections, each addressing a specific component or system. Key sections include:

• General Requirements (Section 01 01 50): Outlines the overall scope of work, location, project scheduling, use of premises, definitions, incidental construction, standards and codes, work restrictions, permits, and a detailed schedule of items (Base Items and Optional Items).
• Selective Demolition (Section 02 41 16): Covers requirements for disconnecting utilities, asbestos cement pipe removal and disposal, protecting items to remain, and removing demolished materials.
• Cast-in-Place Concrete (Section 03 30 00): Details specifications for concrete sidewalks and thrust blocks, including references to ASTM standards.
• General Electrical Requirements (Section 26 05 00): Covers electrical work at existing wells, reservoir facilities, and the maintenance building, including PLCs, instrumentation, HMI, telemetry radio systems, safety, and submittals.
• Low Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cable (Section 26 05 19): Specifies requirements for stranded copper cables, conductors, and wire for power, data communication, and fiber optic data cable.
• Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems (Section 26 05 26): Details requirements for electrical grounding equipment, including ground rods, conductors, bus, fittings, and clamps.
• Raceways and Boxes for Electrical Systems (Section 26 05 33): Outlines requirements for electrical conduits, wireways, pull boxes, and fittings.
• Underground Ducts and Raceways for Electrical Systems (Section 26 05 43): Specifies requirements for underground conduits and raceways, including concrete encasement and handholes.
• Identification for Electrical Systems (Section 26 05 53): Covers products and procedures for identifying electrical system equipment and components, including nameplates, markers, and numbering systems.
• Commissioning of Electrical Systems (Section 26 08 00): Details the scope, quality assurance, submittals, and testing requirements for electrical equipment and conductors.
• Process Control System General Provisions (Section 40 61 00): Specifies requirements for process instrumentation and control, including hardware, software, and services.
• Instrument Loop Testing Forms (Section 40 61 06): Provides forms for testing instrument loops.
• Instrumentation for Process Systems (Section 40 70 00): Covers the installation, startup, and testing of process instrumentation and control systems.
• Level Measurement (Section 40 72 00): Details requirements for level measurement devices.
• Pressure Measurement (Section 40 73 00): Specifies pressure measurement devices.
• Panel Mounted Components (Section 40 78 00): Covers panel-mounted instruments and equipment.
• Soils for Earthwork (Section 31 05 13): Details requirements for subsoil and topsoil materials.
• Aggregates for Earthwork (Section 31 05 16): Specifies requirements for crushed aggregate materials.
• Trenching (Section 31 23 17): Outlines requirements for excavating trenches, backfilling, and compaction.
• Erosion Controls (Section 31 25 13): Details requirements for erosion control measures.
• Asphalt Paving (Section 32 12 16): Specifies requirements for asphalt paving.
• Site Water Utility Distribution (Section 33 11 16): Covers pipe and fittings for site water lines, sampling stations, fill station improvements, and underground pipe markers.
• Site Well and Reservoir Improvements (Section 33 11 18): Details improvements for wells, reservoirs, pipe markers, and bedding/cover materials.
• Water Service Connections (Section 33 12 13): Outlines requirements for domestic water service connections to buildings.
• Water Utility Distribution Valves (Section 33 12 16): Specifies requirements for gate valves, pressure reducing valves, and backflow prevention valves.
• Water Utility Distribution Fire Hydrants (Section 33 12 19): Details requirements for fire hydrants.
• Disinfecting of Water Utility Distribution (Section 33 13 00): Covers the disinfection of potable water distribution and transmission systems.

This document is highly relevant to bidders as it contains detailed technical specifications for nearly every aspect of the "WATER SYSTEM RENOVATION" project. Bidders must review these specifications to understand the exact materials, methods, and quality standards required for their scope of work. This includes, but is not limited to, electrical systems, instrumentation, civil works (earthwork, trenching, paving), and water utility infrastructure. The document outlines specific standards, manufacturers, and performance criteria that must be met.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Schedule of Items for the Fort Simcoe Water System Renovation project, dated 8/5/2024. It details the base and optional items required for the renovation, including quantities, units of measure, and estimated costs.

• Base Items: Includes mobilization, erosion controls, utility locates, construction signage, waterline installation (6" PVC C-900), water service replacement, pavement and sidewalk restoration, fire hydrant installation, backflow prevention valves, asbestos cement pipe removal, instrumentation upgrades, water sampling stations, reservoir improvements, and fill station improvements.
• Optional Items: Includes additional 6" PVC C-900 waterline construction, 6" gate valves, and pavement restoration.
• Quantities and Units: Specifies quantities for each item, with units such as Lump Sum (LS), Each (EA), and Linear Feet (LF).
• Pricing: Provides fields for Unit Price and Total cost, with some pre-filled estimated quantities and totals.

This schedule is crucial for bidders to understand the scope of work, estimate project costs, and prepare their pricing proposals. It outlines all components of the renovation, both essential and optional, allowing vendors to assess their capabilities and competitiveness.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains detailed drawings and specifications for the "Fort Simcoe Water System Renovations" project. It serves as a critical reference for bidders to understand the scope, design, and technical requirements of the proposed water system improvements.

• Project Description: Outlines the replacement of the existing potable water distribution system, including approximately 9,256 linear feet of new 6-inch water pipe, installation of new fire hydrants and backflow prevention valves, and instrumentation upgrades at existing wells and storage tanks.
• General Notes & Specifications: Provides detailed requirements for construction, traffic control, temporary water service, site coordination, and adherence to safety regulations (OSHA, WISHA).
• Drawings: Includes site plans, contour plans, pipe quantity takeoffs, erosion control plans, and detailed schematics for various components such as fire hydrants, backflow prevention valves, and instrumentation.
• Estimated Quantities: Lists specific items and their estimated quantities required for the project, including mobilization, pipe, valves, hydrants, and restoration work.
• Details: Provides specific construction details for connections, valves, thrust blocks, road crossings, and other critical elements.

This comprehensive set of drawings is essential for bidders to accurately assess the project's scope, complexity, and material requirements. It directly informs proposal preparation, cost estimation, and construction planning. Bidders must thoroughly review these documents to understand all technical specifications, site conditions, and installation requirements to submit a compliant and competitive bid.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document, "Attachment 3 Specifications.pdf", appears to be a collection of specification sections related to the "WATER SYSTEM RENOVATION" project at the "FORT SIMCOE JOB CORPS CIVILIAN CONSERVATION CENTER". It details various technical requirements for different aspects of the project.

The document is organized into numbered sections, each addressing a specific component or system. Key sections include:

• Section 01 01 50 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: Outlines project scheduling, use of premises, standards and codes, work restrictions, permits, and a detailed schedule of items (Base Items and Optional Items) with measurement and payment details for each.
• Section 02 41 16 - SELECTIVE DEMOLITION: Details requirements for disconnecting utilities, asbestos cement pipe removal and disposal, protecting items to remain, and removing demolished materials.
• Section 03 30 00 - CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE: Specifies requirements for concrete sidewalks and thrust blocks, including references to ASTM standards.
• Section 26 05 00 - GENERAL ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS: Covers electrical work at existing wells, reservoir facilities, and the maintenance building, including PLCs, instrumentation, HMI, telemetry, and safety requirements.
• Section 26 05 19 - LOW VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS AND CABLE: Details specifications for stranded copper cables, conductors, and wire for power, data communication, and fiber optic data communication.
• Section 26 05 26 - GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS: Outlines requirements for electrical grounding equipment, including ground rods, conductors, and connections.
• Section 26 05 33 - RACEWAYS AND BOXES FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS: Specifies requirements for conduits, wireways, pull boxes, and fittings.
• Section 26 05 43 - UNDERGROUND DUCTS AND RACEWAYS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS: Details requirements for underground conduits and raceways.
• Section 26 05 53 - IDENTIFICATION FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS: Covers products and procedures for identifying electrical system equipment and components, including nameplates, markers, and numbering systems.
• Section 26 08 00 - COMMISSIONING OF ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS: Outlines the scope, quality assurance, submittals, and testing requirements for electrical systems.
• Section 40 61 00 - PROCESS CONTROL SYSTEM GENERAL PROVISIONS: Specifies requirements for process instrumentation and control hardware, software, and services.
• Section 40 61 06 - INSTRUMENT LOOP TESTING FORMS: Provides forms for testing instrument loops.
• Section 40 63 43 - PROGRAMMABLE LOGIC CONTROLLER (PLC): Details requirements for programmable logic controllers, including hardware, software, and training.
• Section 40 66 00 - NETWORK AND COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT: Specifies requirements for network and communication equipment.
• Section 40 70 00 - INSTRUMENTATION FOR PROCESS SYSTEMS: Covers instrumentation and control equipment, including installation, testing, and documentation.
• Section 40 72 00 - LEVEL MEASUREMENT: Details requirements for level measurement devices.
• Section 40 73 00 - PRESSURE MEASUREMENT: Specifies pressure measurement devices.
• Section 40 78 00 - PANEL MOUNTED COMPONENTS: Covers panel-mounted controllers and manual control stations.
• Section 31 05 13 - SOILS FOR EARTHWORK: Details requirements for subsoil and topsoil materials.
• Section 31 05 16 - AGGREGATES FOR EARTHWORK: Specifies requirements for crushed aggregate materials.
• Section 31 23 17 - TRENCHING: Outlines requirements for excavating trenches, backfilling, and compaction.
• Section 31 25 13 - EROSION CONTROLS: Details requirements for erosion control measures.
• Section 32 11 23 - AGGREGATE BASE COURSES: Specifies requirements for aggregate base for pavements and sidewalks.
• Section 32 12 16 - ASPHALT PAVING: Outlines requirements for asphalt paving.
• Section 33 11 16 - SITE WATER UTILITY DISTRIBUTION: Covers pipe and fittings for site water lines, sampling stations, fill station improvements, and pipe markers.
• Section 33 11 18 - SITE WELL AND RESERVOIR IMPROVEMENTS: Details improvements for wells, reservoirs, pipe markers, and bedding/cover materials.
• Section 33 12 13 - WATER SERVICE CONNECTIONS: Specifies pipe and fittings for domestic water service connections to buildings.
• Section 33 12 16 - WATER UTILITY DISTRIBUTION VALVES: Covers gate valves, pressure reducing valves, and backflow prevention valves.
• Section 33 12 19 - WATER UTILITY DISTRIBUTION FIRE HYDRANTS: Details requirements for fire hydrants.
• Section 33 13 00 - DISINFECTING OF WATER UTILITY DISTRIBUTION: Outlines procedures for disinfecting potable water distribution and transmission systems.

This document is crucial for bidders as it contains the detailed technical specifications and requirements for various components of the "WATER SYSTEM RENOVATION" project. Bidders must review these specifications to understand the scope of work, materials, installation methods, quality assurance, and testing procedures for each aspect of the project to accurately prepare their bids and ensure compliance if awarded the contract.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Schedule of Items for the Fort Simcoe Water System Renovation project. It details the base and optional items required for the renovation, including quantities and unit prices where applicable.

• Base Items: Includes mobilization, erosion controls, utility locates, construction signage, waterline installation (6" PVC C-900), water service replacements, pavement and sidewalk restoration, fire hydrants, gate valves, backflow prevention valves, asbestos cement pipe removal, instrumentation upgrades, water sampling stations, well upgrades, reservoir improvements, and fill station improvements.
• Optional Items: Includes construction of 6" PVC C-900 waterline, gate valves, and pavement restoration.
• Quantities are provided for each item, with some units of measure specified (e.g., LF, SF, EA).
• Unit prices and total costs are to be filled in by the bidder.

This schedule is critical for bidders to understand the scope of work, estimate costs, and prepare their pricing proposals. It outlines all components of the water system renovation, allowing vendors to assess their capability and competitiveness.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a General Decision Number (GDN) for Davis-Bacon wage determinations. It provides the prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to various laborers and mechanics employed on construction projects covered by the Davis-Bacon Act or related acts in Yakima County, Washington, for building construction projects (excluding single-family homes or apartments up to and including 4 stories).

• Lists specific job classifications (e.g., Heat & Frost Insulator, Bricklayer, Carpenter, Electrician, Operator, Laborer, Painter, Plumber, Welder).
• Provides the prevailing hourly wage rate and fringe benefit rate for each classification.
• Includes effective dates for the wage rates, typically ranging from 01/02/2026 to 07/07/2025.
• Details identifiers for union and non-union rates, survey rates, and state-adopted rates.
• Outlines the process for appealing wage determination decisions.
• Mentions Executive Orders 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and 13658 (minimum wage for federal contractors) and their applicability.

Bidders must use this document to understand the minimum wage and fringe benefit requirements for labor on the covered construction project. This information is crucial for accurately estimating labor costs in their proposals and ensuring compliance with federal regulations. Failure to adhere to these wage determinations can lead to contract violations.