Lolo National Forest - Ft. Missoula Bakery Building Renovation

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding the Fort Missoula Bakery Renovation solicitation (1240LU26Q0030), dated 05/05/2026.

• Hazardous Materials: Lead-based paint test reports will be attached to the solicitation. Abatement was completed in 2019. No test results for the ceiling are available; contractor must include lead and asbestos testing for the ceiling.
• Drawings/As-builts: No existing drawings or as-builts are available for the building.
• Section 270000 Communications: This section is not included in the project.
• Paint Match: Exterior door color is "Arugula SW 6446". Interior walls, interior of doors, and exterior of chimneys require a custom mix matching existing walls.
• Floor Leveling: Both self-leveling filler and pouring new concrete are acceptable methods for leveling the office floor; this is a means-and-methods decision for the contractor.
• Thresholds: For opening 103B, the existing inswing threshold will be removed and a new handicap threshold installed, requiring PEMKO XG2212_PK773 or equal hardware.
• Door Stiles: Doors 100a and 104a (requiring new lock hardware) have 4 ¼" stiles. The contractor must confirm specified hardware compatibility and notify the COR if there are issues.
• Door Profiles: Further details regarding matching panel and sticking profiles on new doors to existing doors will be provided in SAM with Amendment 0001.

This Q&A document clarifies requirements related to hazardous materials testing, available documentation, paint specifications, construction methods, and hardware compatibility. It also indicates that further details on interior door scope will be issued via Amendment 0001.

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

This Statement of Work outlines the requirements for the renovation of the Bakery building at Fort Missoula, Missoula, MT. The project aims to convert the existing 1910-era building into a wood shop, including interior, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and site work.

• Renovation of a historic concrete structure with a wood-framed roof.

• Interior work, mechanical systems, electrical systems, and plumbing.

• Site work associated with the renovation.

• A written and approved safety plan is required, adhering to FAR Clauses and OSHA regulations.

• The contractor must ensure adequate safety briefings and practices.

• The contractor shall provide necessary signage and/or barricades for a safe work site.

• The contractor is responsible for ensuring the use of PPE and control of sub-contractors.

• Period of Performance: 180 days from notice to proceed.

• Expected Start: Spring or Summer of 2026.

• Work Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 5:00 pm, excluding Federal Holidays. Any deviation requires COR approval.

• Location: Fort Missoula, Missoula, MT.

• Contractor's Key Personnel: A competent superintendent with at least 5 years of construction experience and a project manager with at least 10 years of construction project management experience are required on-site during work performance. Both must be fluent in English and acceptable to the Contracting Officer.

• Temporary Facilities and Utilities: The contractor must coordinate staging areas with the COR and operate equipment in a manner that does not damage existing property. Water and electricity will be available, but the contractor is responsible for all utility coordination and associated costs, including potential upgrades to transformers. No access to bathrooms will be provided.

• Attachments: The following attachments are referenced: Wage Rate Decision, Project Manual/Specifications, Drawings, and Electrical Upgrade Narrative for Brick Building.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Schedule of Items" for the Fort Missoula Bakery Building Renovation project. It outlines the various items and divisions of work for which bidders must provide pricing. It also includes sections for vendor contact information and a statement requiring pricing on all items for responsiveness.

• Base Items (Item 01-17): Details specific work divisions (e.g., General Conditions, Demolition, Concrete, HVAC, Electrical, Utilities) with corresponding "Item" and "Spec Section" numbers. Each item is listed with a "Unit of Measure" (Lump Sum) and "Est. Qty" (LS).
• Optional Items (Option 1-8): Lists additional work items such as Covered Storage, Water Main and Hydrant, Compressed Air System, Equipment Relocation, Gravel Parking Area, ABA Parking Spot, Concrete Sidewalks, and Electrical Upgrades. These also have "Unit of Measure" and "Est. Qty" specified.
• Pricing: Columns for "Total Price – Base" and "Total Price – Base and Options" are provided for bidders to fill in.
• Vendor Information: Fields for Vendor Name, E-Mail, Phone, and UEI# are included.

This document is critical for bidders as it defines the scope of work and the specific line items that require pricing. Bidders must complete this schedule accurately and price all listed items, including base and optional items, to be considered responsive to the solicitation requirements. The information here directly impacts proposal preparation and cost estimation.

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

This document outlines the necessary electrical upgrades for the Fort Missoula Brick Building to accommodate new equipment.

• Assess the existing electrical system, which includes a 200A, 208Y/120V, 3-phase, 4-wire service.

• Identify the existing electrical loads and calculate the peak load, which was 6.93kW (8.66kVA) in April 2023, equating to 30.1A.

• Detail the added electrical loads from new equipment, including a lathe, end mill, mig welder, tig welder, plasma cutter, air compressor, and vehicle lift, totaling approximately 47kVA (130.5A) connected load, or 29kVA (80.5A) with diversity.

• Determine that the existing 200A service is sufficient for the new loads, with a total calculated load of 110.6A.

• Install an additional 125A, 3-pole breaker in the existing exterior panel.

• Install a new 125A, 3-phase, 4-wire panelboard inside the building with a 125A main breaker, 42 circuit spaces, and a NEMA 1 enclosure.

• Provide appropriate breakers for the new equipment loads within the new panel.

• Run a 2" conduit with (4) #1/0 and (1) #6 copper wires from the existing exterior panel to the new interior panel.

• Install appropriate receptacles or hardwire connections for the new equipment.

Not explicitly stated, but pertains to the Fort Missoula Brick Building.

• The upgrades must accommodate specific new equipment loads.
• The existing 200A service is deemed sufficient, but loads would need recalculation if additional equipment is added.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the renovation of the Fort Missoula Bakery building, located at Fort Missoula in Missoula, MT. The project involves converting the circa 1910 concrete structure with a wood-framed roof into a wood shop, including interior work, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and site work.

• Renovation of the existing bakery building into a wood shop.

• Interior work, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and site work.

• Base Scope of Work includes "Ft. Missoula Bakery Renovation Work Items".

• Several optional line items are included: Covered Storage, Water Main and Hydrant, Compressed Air System, Equipment Relocation, Gravel Parking Area, ABA Parking Spot, and Concrete Sidewalks.

• Anticipated Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: Commence work within 10 calendar days after notice to proceed, with completion no later than 180 calendar days after notice to proceed. This includes final cleanup.

• Magnitude of Construction: Estimated between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000.

• Bid Bond/Offer Guarantee: 20% required for quotes exceeding $150,000.

• Performance & Payment Bonds: Required at 100% of total price after contract award, due within 10 days. Payment bond protections required for contracts exceeding $35,000. Irrevocable letter of credit or payment bond form allowed.

• Submission Deadline: Quotes are due by 4:00 PM, Mountain Time on May 19, 2026.

• Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the offeror representing the best value to the Government. Evaluation will be based on Experience (relevancy, quality, confidence assessment) and Past Performance (recency, relevancy, quality, confidence assessment). Pricing will be evaluated for fairness and reasonableness.

• Offer Acceptance Period: Prices must be held firm for 60 calendar days from the offer receipt date.

• Site Visit: Scheduled for April 29, 2026, at 1:00 PM Mountain Time at the Forest Service Office, 26 Ft. Missoula Road, Missoula, MT 59804.

• The solicitation includes various clauses related to small business concerns, HUBZone, and other set-asides, but no specific set-aside is explicitly stated for this solicitation.

• Technical data and supporting documentation are available via "Attachments/Links" including Schedule of Items/Prices, Statement of Work, Project Manual, Drawings, and Electric Narrative.

• Questions are due no later than May 12, 2026, at 12:00 PM Mountain Time and should be submitted via email to lisa.rakich@usda.gov.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides the "Table of Contents" for the "Project Manual Volume 1: USFS Fort Missoula - Building 105 Bakery Renovation" project. It outlines the technical specifications included in the 100% Construction Documents set.

• Project Manual Volume 1: Contains 100% Construction Documents - Technical Specifications.
• Divisions Covered: Includes specifications from Division 01 (General Requirements) through Division 33 (Utilities).
• Key Divisions and Sections:
  • Division 01: General Requirements (Summary, Option Items, Administrative Requirements, Construction Progress Documentation, Photographic Documentation, Quality Requirements, Contractor Quality Control, Temporary Facilities and Controls, Temporary Erosion and Sediment Control, Product Requirements, Cutting and Patching, Closeout Procedures, Operation and Maintenance Data, Project Record Documents, Demonstration and Training).
  • Division 02: Existing Conditions (Demolition, Selective Site Demolition).
  • Division 03: Cast in Place Concrete (Site).
  • Division 05: Metals (Structural Steel Framing, Metal Fabrications).
  • Division 06: Wood, Plastics, and Composites (Rough Carpentry, Finish Carpentry, Fiberglass Reinforced Paneling).
  • Division 07: Thermal and Moisture Protection (Thermal Insulation, Metal Roof Panels, Firestopping).
  • Division 08: Openings (Stile and Rail Wood Doors, Door Hardware).
  • Division 09: Finishes (Gypsum Board Assemblies, Linoleum Flooring, Exterior Painting, Interior Painting).
  • Division 10: Specialties (Signage, Toilet, Bath, and Laundry Accessories, Fire Protection Specialties).
  • Division 11: Equipment (Attic Ladder).
  • Division 22: Plumbing (General Requirements, General Provision, Valves, Hangers and Supports, Vibration and Seismic Controls, Identification, Domestic Water Piping, Sanitary Waste and Vent Piping, Manufactured Gutters and Downspouts, Electric Domestic-Water Heaters, Plumbing Fixtures, Testing Adjusting and Balancing for HVAC, Duct Insulation, Refrigerant Piping, HVAC Power Ventilators, Grilles Registers and Diffusers, Split System Heat Pumps, Propeller Unit Heaters, Heaters).
  • Division 23: Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) (Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing for HVAC, Duct Insulation, Refrigerant Piping, HVAC Power Ventilators, Grilles Registers and Diffusers, Split System Heat Pumps, Propeller Unit Heaters, Heaters).
  • Division 26: Electrical (General Electrical Requirements, Selective Demolition, Grounding and Bonding, Hangers and Supports, Raceways and Boxes, Seismic Controls, Panelboards, Fuses, Enclosed Switches, Manual Motor Controllers, Surge Protection, LED Lighting, Wiring Devices, Lighting Control Devices).
  • Division 28: Electronic Safety and Security (Digital, Addressable Fire-Alarm System).
  • Division 31: Earthwork (Earth Moving, Trenching and Backfilling).
  • Division 32: Exterior Improvements (Crushed Base Course, Asphalt Paving, Concrete Sidewalks and Misc New Concrete Construction, Turf and Grasses).
  • Division 33: Utilities (Water Utilities, Sanitary Sewerage Utilities).
• Reference Standards: Includes numerous ASTM, ANSI, ACI, AWWA, SMACNA, NFPA, and other industry standards.

This document is crucial for bidders as it provides a comprehensive index of all technical specifications and standards that define the project's requirements. It allows bidders to quickly identify the scope of work and the specific standards they must adhere to for each trade and system. Understanding the divisions and sections covered will help bidders assess the complexity and requirements of the project, enabling them to prepare accurate bids and proposals.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a General Decision Number (GDN) for wage determination, specifically for building construction projects in Missoula County, Montana. It outlines the prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for various construction trades.

• General Decision Number: MT20260063
• State: Montana
• County: Missoula County
• Construction Type: Building (excluding single-family homes/apartments up to 4 stories)
• Trades Covered: Includes rates for Heat and Frost Insulator, Boilermaker, Bricklayer, Carpenter, Electrician, Elevator Mechanic, Power Equipment Operator, Ironworker, Laborer, Painter, Pipefitter, Plumber, Roofer, Sprinkler Fitter, Sheet Metal Worker, and Welder.
• Zone Definitions: Specifies how travel distances from designated county courthouses affect hourly rates for certain trades (e.g., Power Equipment Operator, Laborer).
• Footnotes: Provides details on employer contributions for vacation pay and lists paid holidays for Elevator Mechanics.
• Executive Orders: References Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage for Federal Contractors), outlining applicable requirements.
• Union Rate Identifiers: Explains the coding system used to denote different types of prevailing wage rates (union, survey, state-adopted).

This wage determination is crucial for bidders to accurately estimate labor costs for construction projects in the specified area. It ensures compliance with federal labor standards by defining the minimum wages and fringe benefits that must be paid to laborers and mechanics employed on covered construction work. Bidders must consult this document to understand the labor cost implications for their proposals.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains the "100% Construction Documents" for the "Building 105 - Bakery Renovation" project at Fort Missoula, Montana. It includes a comprehensive set of architectural, civil, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical drawings, along with specifications and schedules.

• Architectural Drawings (Sheets A000-A802): Cover sheets, code information, general notes, exterior elevations, floor plans, roof plans, demolition plans, and finish plans.
• Civil Drawings (Sheets C001-C005): Site plans, demolition plans, and various construction details.
• Plumbing Drawings (Sheets P001-P103): Legends, details, schedules, underslab plans, level 1 plans, and roof plans.
• Mechanical Drawings (Sheets M001-M103): Legends, details, schedules, MEP coordination, level 1 plans, dust collection exhaust plans, and roof plans.
• Electrical Drawings (Sheets E001-E201): Symbols, legends, details, schedules, demolition plans, level 1 power plans, and level 1 lighting plans.
• Option Items: Several bid option items are listed, including covered storage, water main and hydrant, compressed air system, equipment relocation, gravel parking area, ABA parking spot, and concrete sidewalk.

This document is crucial for potential bidders as it provides all the detailed technical specifications, drawings, and requirements for the renovation project. It outlines the scope of work, materials, systems to be installed, and any optional items. Bidders must thoroughly review these documents to understand the full extent of the project and prepare accurate proposals.