Red Rock Ranger Station (RRRS) Fire Sprinkler System Repairs - Coconino NF, AZ

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

To provide complete diagnosis and repair of the existing wet and dry sprinkler system at the Red Rock Ranger Station (RRRS) Administrative Office, ensuring compliance with current codes and regulations.

• Assessment: Evaluate the existing wet and dry sprinkler system, fire supply line, and address water hammer issues. This includes a pressure test per NFPA 13 and NFPA 25.

• Evaluation Report: Submit a report with deficiencies and repair recommendations for Contracting Officer (CO) approval before proceeding.

• Option 1 (Repair): Repair the wet and dry sprinkler system, reusing adequate existing components. Includes all work to bring the system into compliance, testing, recharging, and necessary finish work.

• Alternative 1 (Replacement): Replace the wet and dry sprinkler system, including all necessary work for compliance and integration with the fire alarm system. Includes testing, recharging, and finish work.

• Option 2 (Fire Supply Line Replacement): Replace the existing fire supply line, including excavation, embankment, concrete/asphalt cutting, backfill, compaction, and repair. Requires modeling/analysis of pressure and flow requirements.

• System Components: Evaluate existing fire service main line before building entry for proper sizing. Assess relevant components and potential water hammer analysis coordination with water companies/municipalities.

• Demolition: Salvage, remove, and dispose of existing components as needed.

• Commissioning: Evaluate the existing fire supply line and recommend partial or total replacement.

• All tasks must meet local, state, and national codes and regulations.

• Contractor is responsible for confirming existing conditions through diagnosis and assessment.

• Existing gas piping and electrical will be re-used if adequate.

• Location: Red Rock Ranger Station, 8375 State Route 179, Sedona, AZ 86351.

• Schedule: Deliverables include a Plan of Operations (10 days prior to pre-work meeting), Mobilization Notification (10 days prior), Evaluation Report (15 days after site assessment), Repairs (upon CO approval), and Contractor Quality Control Plan (prior to repair work).

• Reporting: Bi-weekly written progress reports via email to the COR.

• Government Furnished: None.

• Contractor Personnel: Contractor's Representative required.

• Security: N/A.

• Data Rights: N/A.

• Section 508: N/A.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a General Decision Number (GDN) for wage determination, specifically AZ20260043, effective May 18, 2026. It provides prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for various construction crafts in Arizona counties (Coconino, Mohave, Yavapai) for building construction types. This information is crucial for contractors to understand labor costs when bidding on federal or federally funded construction projects subject to the Davis-Bacon Act.

• Craft Classifications: Lists specific trades such as Bricklayer, Carpenter, Electrician, Ironworker, Plumber, Pipefitter, Sheet Metal Worker, Tile Setter, Painter, and various Laborer/Operator roles.
• Wage Rates & Fringe Benefits: Provides the hourly wage rate and associated fringe benefits for each listed craft.
• Effective Dates: Indicates the effective date for each rate, with a general decision date of May 18, 2026.
• Executive Order Information: Includes notes on Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage for Federal Contractors), outlining contractor obligations.

Bidders must use these prevailing wage rates to accurately calculate labor costs for their proposals. Failure to comply with these wage requirements can lead to bid disqualification or contract non-compliance. The document also highlights important worker protections and obligations under federal executive orders that contractors must adhere to.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for construction services to perform a Fire Sprinkler System Repair at the Red Rock Ranger Station (RRRS) Administrative Office, located in the Coconino National Forest, AZ. The contractor will be responsible for diagnosing and repairing the existing wet and dry sprinkler system.

• Diagnosis and repair of the existing wet and dry sprinkler system.

• An assessment report including recommendations for repair or replacement of system parts.

• The work is described in Attachment 1 (Statement of Work RRRSSprinklers) and Attachment 4 (Specs – RRRSSprinklers).

• Anticipated contract type: Firm-fixed price construction.

• Period of Performance: Commence work within 10 calendar days after Notice to Proceed (NTP), with the entire work to be completed within 60 calendar days after NTP. This includes final cleanup.

• Requests for Information (RFIs) are due by June 24, 2026, at 2:00 PM Pacific Time, via email to richard.ortega@usda.gov.

• Offers are due by July 1, 2026, at 1400 (2:00 PM) local time.

• Offers must be held firm for 60 calendar days.

• Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the offeror representing the best value to the Government, based on Technical Approach, Price, and Past Performance. Award will not necessarily be made to the lowest-priced offeror.

• The solicitation includes clauses related to "Notice of Total Small Business Aside" (52.219-6) and "Construction Wage Rate Requirements" (52.222-5), indicating potential small business considerations and prevailing wage requirements.

• A site visit is scheduled for June 12, 2026, at 10:00 AM Pacific Time at the Red Rock Ranger Station. Failure to inspect the site does not excuse the contractor from claims after award.

• Numerous FAR and AGAR clauses are incorporated by reference and full text, covering various aspects of construction, labor, payment, and compliance.

• Key attachments include Statement of Work, Schedule of Items, Drawings, Specifications, COF Industrial Fire Plan Guidelines, and Wage Determination.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an Excel spreadsheet detailing the pricing structure for the Red Rock Ranger Station Fire Sprinkler System Repairs opportunity at the Coconino National Forest, Red Rock Ranger District.

• Base Bid: Includes "MOBILIZATION - DIAGNOSIS" and "RRRS DIAGNOSIS AND DESIGN." Bidders will need to provide pricing for these line items.
• Option #1: Covers "MOBILIZATION - REPAIRS," "RRRS SELECTIVE DEMO," and "RRRS SPRINKLER SYSTEM REPAIRS." Pricing for this option is separate from the base bid.
• Alternative #1: Includes "MOBILIZATION - REPLACEMENT," "RRRS SELECTIVE DEMO," and "RRRS SPRINKLER SYSTEM REPLACEMENT." This is an alternative to Option #1.
• Option #2: Encompasses "MOBILIZATION - FIRE SUPPLY LINE," "RRRS SELECTIVE DEMO," and "RRRS FIRE SUPPLY LINE REPLACEMENT."
• Each section includes columns for Pay Item, Description, Method of Meas, Unit, Qty, Price, and Total. Quantities are listed as '1' for most items, indicating lump sum pricing is expected.

This pricing sheet is critical for bidders to understand the cost breakdown for the base work, potential repair options, and replacement alternatives. Bidders must complete the 'Price' and 'Total' columns for each relevant section to submit a responsive bid. The structure outlines the distinct cost components for different phases or scopes of work.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains "Drawings" for the "Red Rock Ranger Station" project, specifically "Attachment 3". These drawings provide detailed architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection plans for the new office building, visitor contact building, and warehouse.

• Architectural Plans: Floor plans, elevations, sections, and details for the office building (Sheets A2.2, A2.3, A3.2, A4.2, A5.2).
• Structural Plans: Foundation plans, general structural notes, and details for all buildings (Sheets S0.1, S1.1).
• Civil Plans: Site plans, utility plans, signing and striping plans, and details (Sheets C3, C14, C15, C19, LA1.0).
• Mechanical Plans: Mechanical floor plans, schedules, and details for the office building (Sheets M2.1, M2.2).
• Electrical Plans: Electrical site plans, power plans, lighting plans, lightning protection systems, special systems plans, and schematics/calculations for the office building (Sheets E0.2, E2.1, E2.2, E2.3, E2.4, E4.1, E4.2, E4.3).
• Plumbing Plans: Plumbing site plans, water/gas plans, waste plans, schematics, and details for all buildings (Sheets P0.1, P2.1, P2.2, P2.3, P4.1, P4.2).
• Fire Protection Plans: Fire protection floor plans for the office and visitor contact buildings (Sheets FP2.1, FP3.1).
• Details: Various installation and construction details for different systems and components.

These drawings are critical for bidders to understand the full scope of work, including the design and specifications for the construction of the new facilities. They detail the layout, materials, and systems required for the office building, visitor contact building, and warehouse, which are essential for accurate bidding and project execution.

Technical Specifications / Attachment

This document provides detailed technical specifications for the Red Rock Ranger Station (RRRS) Fire Sprinkler System Repairs project. It outlines the requirements for assessing, repairing, or replacing the existing fire sprinkler system in the administrative building and the associated fire supply line. The project is located at the Red Rock Ranger Station, 8375 SR 179, Sedona, AZ 86341.

• Base Bid: Assessment of the existing sprinkler system and fire supply line, including a water hammer analysis.

• Option 1: Repairs to the existing sprinkler system based on the assessment.

• Alternative 1: Partial or total replacement of the sprinkler system if repairs exceed 50% of materials.

• Option 2: Repairs or replacement of the existing building fire supply line.

• All work must comply with applicable codes (IBC, NFPA, etc.) and OSHA standards.

• Contractor must provide a detailed approach, necessary certifications, and licenses.

• Submittals include product data, system calculations, mix designs, and operation/maintenance manuals.

• Quality assurance includes inspections, testing, and adherence to specified standards.

• Contract duration for the Base Bid is 60 Calendar Days.

• Mobilization payments are outlined for diagnosis, repairs, and replacement phases.

• Bidders are encouraged to visit the site.

• Contractors must be technically qualified and demonstrate understanding of fire suppression systems.

• Submittals for comparable products require detailed comparison and COR approval.

• Not specified in this document.

• The document includes detailed specifications for concrete, ceilings, commissioning, earthwork, trenching, base course, asphalt tack coat, and asphalt paving.

• Owner-furnished products are not available.

• Contractor is responsible for all labor, materials, supervision, equipment, and testing.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the Industrial Fire Precautions Plan Guidelines for operations conducted on Coconino National Forest Lands. It details the requirements and measures necessary to reduce the risk of human-caused fires, applicable year-round for permit holders, lessees, contractors, subcontractors, and other authorized users.

• General Fire Precautionary Measures: Covers communications (contacting Coconino NF Dispatch), fire tools (required on person and equipment), spark arresters and mufflers for engines, powered hand tools, tractor lights, cable yarding safety, gas/oil storage areas, inspection requirements for internal-combustion engines, burning of refuse, smoking and lunch fire restrictions, blasting safety, and welding safety.
• Specific Fire Precautionary Measures: Details how operations will be restricted based on the Emergency Fire Precaution Schedule, which includes four levels (A, B, C, D) corresponding to different fire restriction stages.
• Industrial Fire Precaution Plan Descriptions: Outlines specific operational shutdowns and requirements for each plan level (A, B, C, D) based on Mountain Standard Time (MST) and Mountain Daylight Time (MDT). This includes restrictions on power saws, mechanical fellers, slash treatment, skidding, cable yarding, blasting, clearing, welding, and log hauling.
• Fire Guards: Specifies requirements for trained fire guards during operating hours and for a period after operations cease, particularly under Plans B, C, or D.
• Red Flag Warning: Mandates adherence to Industrial Fire Precaution Plan "D" and shutdown of all operations when a Red Flag Warning is issued by the National Weather Service.

This document is critical for any bidder whose operations will involve working on Coconino National Forest Lands. It outlines mandatory safety protocols, equipment requirements, and operational restrictions that must be adhered to, especially during periods of high fire danger. Understanding and complying with these guidelines will be essential for successful contract performance and may impact operational planning and costs.