LOLO NATIONAL FOREST - Plains Ranger District Bunkhouse Boiler Replacement

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items to procure the replacement of a boiler and all associated equipment, piping, electrical, and plumbing within the basement mechanical room of the bunkhouse at the Plains Ranger District on the Lolo National Forest. The North American Industry Classification (NAICS) code is 238220 Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditional Contractors, with a size standard of $19M.

• Replacement of the boiler with a Low Water Cut-off, 85% AFUE 245 MBTU LP gas hot water boiler.

• Replacement of associated equipment, piping, electrical, and plumbing.

• Demolition and disposal of existing boilers and associated equipment.

• Work is limited to the mechanical room as shown on the plans.

• Anticipated contract type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: Estimated to begin June 2026, to be completed in 90 calendar days, no later than October 1st, 2026.

• Price Range/Magnitude of Construction: Between $25,000.00 and $100,000.00.

• Quote Due Date: April 22, 2026, by 5:00 PM Mountain Time.

• Questions Due Date: April 20, 2026, by 5:00 PM Mountain Time.

• Evaluation Method: Comparative evaluation, with award to the quoter representing the best value to the Government. Evaluation factors include Experience (Relevancy, Quality, Confidence Assessment) and Past Performance (Relevancy, Quality, Confidence Assessment).

• Quotes will be evaluated based on criteria outlined in FAR 12.203.

• 100% small business set-aside.

• Attachments include Signed Plans and Wage Determination MT20260060.

• Bid Bond/Offer Guarantee: 20% required if quote/offer exceeds $150,000.

• Performance & Payment Bonds: Required at 100% of original contract price if value exceeds $150,000, due 10 days after award.

• Site visits are scheduled for April 9 and April 17, 2026.

Amendment / Modification

• Amendment 0001 adds the clause "52.246-21 Warranty of Construction" to the solicitation (1240LU2600057) and any resultant contract.

• The clause "52.246-21 Warranty of Construction" is added.

• Bidders must sign this amendment to be considered responsive to the solicitation's terms.

• The Period of Performance remains 06/01/2026 to 10/01/2026.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a General Decision Number (GDN) for wage determinations related to building construction projects in Ravalli and Sanders Counties, Montana. It specifies prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for various construction trades, including Heat and Frost Insulator, Boilermaker, Bricklayer, Carpenter, Electrician, Elevator Mechanic, Power Equipment Operator, Ironworker, Laborer, Pipefitter, Plumber, Sheet Metal Worker, Cement Mason/Concrete Finisher, Painter, Roofer, Truck Driver, and Welders.

This wage determination is crucial for any federal or federally-funded construction project in the specified counties that falls under the Davis-Bacon Act. Bidders must use these rates to accurately estimate labor costs for their proposals. The document also outlines zone definitions for calculating travel allowances and includes information on paid sick leave under Executive Order 13706 and minimum wage requirements under Executive Order 13658, which are applicable to federal contractors.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items to procure the replacement of a boiler and all associated equipment, piping, electrical, and plumbing within the basement mechanical room of the bunkhouse at the Plains Ranger District on the Lolo National Forest. The North American Industry Classification (NAICS) code is 238220 Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditional Contractors, with a size standard of $19M.

• In-kind replacement of the boiler with an 85% AFUE 245 MBTU LP gas hot water boiler, including Low Water Cut-off.

• Replacement of associated equipment: Grundfos circulator pump, pump isolation flanges, air separator, expansion tank, flow safety switch, Automatic Boiler Fill valve/Pressure regulator, and Backflow prevention device.

• Interior gas piping modification as needed.

• Glycol freeze protection additive.

• Pipe insulation and miscellaneous installation materials.

• Complete removal and disposal of existing boilers and associated equipment.

• All work to be performed within the mechanical room as shown on the plans.

• Anticipated contract type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: Estimated to begin June 2026, to be completed in 90 calendar days, no later than October 1st, 2026.

• Price Range/Magnitude of Construction: Between $25,000.00 and $100,000.00.

• Quote Due Date: April 22, 2026, by 5:00 PM Mountain Time.

• Questions Due Date: April 20, 2026, by 5:00 PM Mountain Time.

• Evaluation Method: Comparative evaluation, with award to the quoter representing the best value to the Government. Evaluation factors include Experience (recency, relevancy, quality) and Past Performance.

• Quotes will be evaluated for fairness and reasonableness.

• 100% small business set-aside.

• Attachments include: Signed Plans and Sanders County Wage Determination MT20260060.

• Bid Bond/Offer Guarantee: 20% required if quote/offer exceeds $150,000.

• Performance & Payment Bonds: Both required at 100% of original contract price if value exceeds $150,000, due 10 days after award. For contracts $35,000-$150,000, irrevocable letter of credit or payment bond allowed, due within 10 days of award.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains drawings and photographs related to the Plains Ranger Station Bunkhouse Boiler Replacement project.

• Sheet 1 (Cover Sheet): Includes project title, location (Plains, MT), index of sheets, and approval signatures.
• Sheet 2 (Aerial Site Plan): Provides an aerial view of the Plains Ranger Station, identifying the Main Office and the Bunkhouse where the boiler replacement will occur.
• Sheet 3 (Bunkhouse Photos): Shows a photograph of the existing bunkhouse basement boiler.

This document provides essential visual information for potential bidders to understand the project's location, the specific building involved (bunkhouse), and the existing conditions of the boiler to be replaced. It is crucial for assessing the scope of work and preparing an accurate bid.