MN VLY NWR-HOGBACK LEVEE-FLOOD REPAIR

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

This document outlines the scope of work for the Hogback Pond Dike Rehabilitation project.

• Base Bid: Rehabilitation of a 3,649-foot long dike, including mobilization, demobilization, silt fence placement, vegetation removal, scarifying soil, transporting and compacting soil/clay fill, seeding, and adding filter fabric and riprap around a concrete water control structure.

• Bid Additive #1: Replacement of concrete pipe and end section, including removal and disposal of the old section and installation of a new 24" diameter reinforced concrete pipe and flared end section. This also includes associated work such as silt fence placement, vegetation removal, excavation, scarifying soil, compacting fill, and adding filter fabric and riprap around the outlet.

• Bid Additive #2: Placement of 4-inch deep gravel along 3,916 feet of Hogback Dike Road, including transporting, placing, and compacting.

• The site of the work is located at the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge and Wetland Management District in Bloomington, Minnesota.

• All applicable Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Division 1 requirements apply.

• Payment will be made via lump sum and unit price bids as detailed in the Bidding Schedule, and in accordance with addenda, Change Orders, and/or Extra Work Orders.

• Contractors are responsible for identifying and contacting local entities for any requirements related to the project vicinity.

• Contractors must obtain permission to cross private property.

• Work outside normal hours requires advance Government approval.

• Strict adherence to safety regulations, including OSHA, is required. This includes submitting a "Preconstruction Safety Checklist," designating a safety officer, providing a Safety Plan, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), and appropriate first aid supplies and fire extinguishers.

• Contractors must provide and install necessary barricades and signs, following the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).

• Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) must be provided and workers trained in its use.

• The specifications shall govern in case of difference between drawings and specifications.

• Items indicated as "NIC" (Not In Contract) on drawings or specifications are excluded.

• Work in place is shown as "Existing," and work by others is shown as "By Others" on contract drawings.

• Items provided by the Government will be shown as "By Government" on contract drawings.

• No engineering services are included.

• Site verification for utilities is required in addition to contacting local authorities and utility companies.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Bid Schedule, intended for bidders to provide pricing for the construction project described in Solicitation, Offer, and Award, Standard Form 1442.

• Base Bid Item: Includes Embankment Rehabilitation, Riprap Water Control Structure, and removal of CMP Water Control Structures.
• Bid Additive #1: For the replacement of Reinforced Concrete Pipe.
• Bid Additive #2: For the construction of a Gravel Dike Road.

Bidders must complete the "Amount" fields for each item and additive to submit their pricing. The total amounts for the Base Bid, Bid Additive #1, and Bid Additive #2, as well as the combined totals, are required for proposal submission.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Past or Present Performance Survey" form. It is designed to collect detailed information about a company's experience on previous contracts or subcontracts. This information is crucial for government agencies to assess a bidder's past performance as part of the evaluation process for new opportunities.

• General Business Information: Collects basic company details including name, address, date established, key personnel (President, Vice President), Dun & Bradstreet number, and business structure (Partnership, Separate entity, Division).
• Contracts/Subcontracts Completed or in Progress: Requires detailed information for up to three contracts. For each contract, bidders must provide:
  • Contracting Agency/Company and Point of Contact
  • Contract Number and Amount
  • Project Title and Location
  • General Scope of Project
  • Bidder's Role (Prime, Joint Venture, Subcontractor) and work performed
  • Details of any subcontracted work
  • Period of Performance, Scheduled and Actual Completion Dates
  • Percentage of Work Completed
  • Information on termination, use of Quality Control and Safety Plans
  • Any Quality Control or Safety Problems encountered and how they were resolved.
• Certification of Past Performance Information: Requires the name, title, signature, and date of the individual certifying the accuracy of the provided information.

Bidders must accurately complete this form to document their relevant past performance. The information provided will be used by the government to evaluate the bidder's capability and reliability in executing similar work. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may negatively impact the evaluation of the proposal.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for Levee Repair Services at the Minnesota Valley NWR. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service requires embankment rehabilitation, riprap water control structure work, removal of three CMP water control structures, and potential alternate items for replacing reinforced concrete pipes and graveling Dike Road. The anticipated performance period is sixteen months.

• Embankment rehabilitation

• Riprap water control structure installation

• Removal of three CMP water control structures

• Potential replacement of reinforced concrete pipes

• Graveling of Dike Road

• Work hours are limited to between one-half hour before sunrise and one-half hour after sunset.

• Compliance with environmental regulations and hazardous materials handling is required.

• Use of products from mandatory environmental purchasing lists is required.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price

• Period of Performance: Approximately 16 months, with a specific period of 07/01/2026 to 12/31/2027.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but bond requirements are based on construction costs exceeding $35,000.00 and $150,000.00.

• Proposals are due by June 30, 2026, before 3:00 PM CT.

• Proposals must be submitted via email to christine_beauregard@ios.doi.gov.

• Solicitation questions are due by May 28, 2026.

• Evaluation will be conducted using a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection process.

• Proposals will be evaluated for acceptability on Technical Approach and Preliminary Schedule, Past Performance, and Price.

• Award will be made to the lowest priced proposal that is technically acceptable and reasonable in price.

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

• This solicitation is a 100% small business set-aside.

• A site visit is scheduled for May 21, 2026.

• Offerors must submit a proposal with unit and total prices, SAM.gov UEI code, and point of contact information.

• Payment Bond and Performance Bond requirements apply based on construction costs.

• Proof of insurance is required within five (5) calendar days after receipt of award.

• All questions and answers will be posted via amendment to the SAM.gov website.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a General Decision Number (GDN) for prevailing wages in Minnesota, specifically for Heavy and Highway Construction Projects in Anoka, Carver, Chisago, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, Scott, and Washington Counties. It lists various labor classifications with their corresponding hourly rates and fringe benefits, effective January 2, 2026. The document also provides guidance on union rate identifiers, survey rate identifiers, and state-adopted rate identifiers, along with the process for wage determination appeals.

This document is crucial for bidders on federal or federally-funded construction projects in the specified Minnesota counties. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to laborers and mechanics employed on such projects, as required by the Davis-Bacon Act and related legislation. Bidders must use these rates to accurately calculate labor costs in their proposals and ensure compliance with labor standards upon award. The document also outlines how to interpret different rate identifiers and the procedures for addressing wage determination disputes.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains the drawing set for the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge, Long Meadow Lake Unit, Hogback Pond Dike Repair project. It provides detailed plans, sections, and site maps necessary for understanding the scope and execution of the repair work.

• Drawing Index: Lists all sheets included in the drawing set (Cover Sheet, Site Plan, Water Control Structure Plan and Details, Dike Typical Sections).
• Site Maps: Provides location maps of the project area within the refuge and Minnesota.
• Plans and Sections: Details the existing conditions, proposed repairs, water control structures, dike sections, and material specifications.
• Bid Items: Outlines Base Bid Items (A, B) and Additive Bid Items (1, 2) related to embankment rehabilitation, riprap, water control structure repair, and gravel placement.
• Construction Notes: Provides specific instructions for embankment preparation, fill placement, compaction, and blending.
• Quantities Chart: Lists estimated quantities for embankment fill, clay, and topsoil.

This drawing set is critical for bidders to accurately assess the project scope, understand the technical requirements, identify potential challenges, and prepare a comprehensive and competitive bid for the Hogback Pond Dike Repair project. It details the specific areas requiring repair, the materials to be used, and the construction methods to be followed.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document, "PART III, SECTION J - LIST OF DOCUMENTS, EXHIBITS, AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS," serves as an index to technical provisions and specifications, as well as a list of attachments relevant to the solicitation. It outlines the structure of the technical specifications and lists specific drawings and other documents that bidders must consider.

• Index of Technical Provisions/Specifications: Details various sections covering general requirements (Summary of Work, Project Coordination, Submittals, Definitions, Project Closeout) and site work (Erosion Control Fencing, Erosion Control, Site Preparation, Earthwork, Gravel, Geotextile Filter Fabric, Riprap, Reinforced Concrete Pipe, Seeding).
• Attachments: Lists specific attachments including a Submittal Register and a Pre-Construction Safety Checklist.
• Drawings: Provides a list of CAD drawing names, their descriptions, and sheet numbers, covering items such as Cover Sheet, Location Map, Index, Site Plan, Water Control Structure Plan/Details, and Typical Dike Sections.

This document is crucial for bidders as it provides a roadmap to all technical specifications and related documents. It helps bidders understand the scope of work, specific requirements, and necessary documentation for proposal preparation. The listed drawings and attachments are essential for a comprehensive understanding of the project's technical details and contractual obligations.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This notice is a pre-solicitation synopsis for construction services to repair a levee at the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge. The work involves rehabilitating a 3,649-foot dike.

• Mobilization and demobilization

• Placing silt fence

• Removing vegetation, bushes, roots, and trees

• Removing three corrugated pipe structures

• Scarifying soil, transporting, placing, re-sloping, and compacting soil and clay fill

• Seeding

• Adding filter fabric and riprap around a concrete water control structure

• Alternate Item One: Removal/disposal of old reinforced concrete pipe and end section, installation of new 24" diameter reinforced concrete pipe and flared end section, with associated site work.

• Alternate Item Two: Placement of 4-inch deep gravel along 3,916 feet of Hogback Dike Road.

• The agency anticipates awarding a Firm Fixed-Price contract using the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) process.

• North American Industrial Classification Code (NAICS): 237990 Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction, Size Standard $45 Million.

• A Request for Proposal (RFP) will be issued on or about June 10, 2026.

• Drawings and specifications will be posted with the solicitation.

• All documents will be in Adobe PDF format and downloadable from SAM.gov.

• The acquisition will be competed 100% Total Small Business Set-Asides.

• All prospective offerors must be registered and active at SAM.gov.

• This notice does not constitute a request for proposal.

• The Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this notice.

• Questions regarding this notice should be directed to Christine Beauregard at christine_beauregard@ios.doi.gov.