Removal and Replacement of Grease Interceptor

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding Solicitation 51291PR260000037.

• Question Submission Deadline: Questions must be submitted by 1:00 p.m., Alaska time, on February 23, 2026, to be answered before the quote due date.
• Site Visits: Site visits are permitted and can be scheduled Monday-Friday, 0800-1600, in Cordova. Interested vendors must contact the KO and/or AMTC Joshua Stewart to schedule.
• Bid Bonds: A bid bond is not required. For requirements above $35K and below $150K, alternative payment protections are required per FAR 52.228-13. These include options like a payment bond, irrevocable letter of credit, tripartite escrow agreement, certificate of deposit, or other security identified under FAR 28.204, with a 10-day notice period.
• Contractor Licensing: The solicitation does not mandate that the prime contractor hold a general or electrical contractor license. However, offerors must provide evidence of a valid Alaska General Contractor or Electrical Contractor License.

This document clarifies deadlines, site visit procedures, bonding requirements, and licensing stipulations, which may affect proposal preparation and submission.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a General Decision Number (AK20260001) dated 01/02/2026, which supersedes AK20250001. It pertains to Building and Heavy Construction Projects in Alaska Statewide, excluding residential construction of single-family homes and apartments up to four stories. The document lists various labor classifications with their corresponding prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits. It includes detailed breakdowns for trades such as Asbestos Workers/Insulator, Boiler Maker, Bricklayer, Carpenter, Diver, Electrician, Elevator Mechanic, Ironworker, Laborer, Painter, Plasterer, Plumber/Steamfitter, Sprinkler Fitter, Roofer, Sheet Metal Worker, and Truck Driver. The document also contains footnotes regarding paid sick leave (Executive Order 13706) and minimum wage requirements (Executive Order 13658) for federal contractors, along with information on wage determination appeals processes.

This document is crucial for potential bidders as it establishes the prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to laborers and mechanics employed on covered construction projects in Alaska. Bidders must use this information to accurately calculate labor costs for their proposals, ensuring compliance with federal labor standards. Understanding these rates is essential for developing competitive and compliant bids.

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

To provide expertise, materials, labor, and equipment for the excavation and removal of a failed grease interceptor and the rehabilitation of approximately 135 LF of existing cast iron pipe using Cured-In-Place-Pipe (CIPP) technology at U.S. Coast Guard Air Station Cordova.

• Excavate and remove the existing grease interceptor.

• Install a new polyethylene grease interceptor.

• Rehabilitate approximately 45 LF of 3-inch cast iron pipe, including floor sinks and connecting pipes.

• Rehabilitate approximately 90 LF of 4-inch cast iron pipe from the grease interceptor outlet to the end of the corridor.

• Reinstate 15 connecting branch lines using robotic cutting tools after CIPP liner installation.

• Backfill and reinstall the concrete floor, leaving it approximately 1/4 inch low for future flooring (new tile or flooring not included).

• All work must comply with manufacturer specifications and general industry standards.

• CIPP process requires zero water in the lines; verification is required before starting.

• CCTV inspection of all CIPP installation work for quality control.

• Deliverables include copies of all CCTV inspection records upon completion.

• Location: U.S. Coast Guard Air Station Cordova, Mile 13 Copper River Hwy, Cordova, AK 99574.

• Period of Performance: Completed no later than 90 days after notice to proceed is issued. A firm start date will be coordinated with the COR.

• Government facilities and utilities (electrical power, potable water) are available for contractor use if systems are not overloaded.

• Contractor is responsible for work site safety, implementing a safety program, and complying with all safety laws and regulations.

• Contractor and sub-contractors must comply with Coast Guard and local Unit regulations.

• No smoking is permitted in any Coast Guard building.

• Contractor is responsible for cleanup and disposal of all waste.

• All plumbing services must be provided by a qualified, licensed plumber; proof of experience may be requested.

• Any additional materials, parts, or labor not covered require prior written approval and a quote to the Contracting Officer.

• Site visit is recommended to ascertain conditions. Coordinate access through AMTC Joshua Stewart (Joshua.d.stewart@uscg.mil) and submit requests through the KO.