Superior NF Tofte Garage & Cabin Gutters

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the "Tofte Garage & Cabin Gutters" project, which requires the contractor to provide all labor, materials, and incidentals needed to install new seamless gutters and accessories on 5 buildings at the Tofte Ranger District. The government estimates the magnitude of construction to be between $25,000.00 and $100,000.00.

• Installation of new seamless gutters and accessories on 5 buildings.

• Work must be performed in accordance with all contract terms, conditions, specifications, and attachments.

• Anticipated Award Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Purchase Order.

• Period of Performance: Work must commence within 14 calendar days of notice to proceed and be completed within 90 calendar days after contract award.

• Submission Method: Email completed quotes to paul.boucher@usda.gov.

• Quote must include: A completed and signed Schedule of Items, a signed Standard Form 1442 (SF-1442) with specific blocks completed, and acknowledgement of any amendments.

• Offeror agrees to hold prices firm for 30 calendar days from the offer receipt date.

• Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the lowest-priced, responsible quoter who is responsive to the solicitation and whose quote is determined fair, reasonable, and realistic.

• Questions Due Date: June 01, 2026, at 2:00 PM Central Time.

• The solicitation includes provisions related to small business concerns, Buy American requirements, and trade agreements. Specific set-asides are not explicitly detailed in the summary, but numerous clauses related to small business concerns are listed.

• Offerors are urged to inspect the site where the work will be performed.

• The solicitation incorporates various FAR clauses by reference, which bidders can access electronically.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Att 01_Schedule of Items_260515.docx", is a Schedule of Items for RFQ: 12445526Q0068. It outlines the specific items for which payment will be made under the contract.

• Item Number: 0001
• Description: Install new seamless gutters and accessories on 5 Tofte District buildings.
• Quantity: 1
• Pay Units: Lump Sum
• Amount: A field is provided for the bidder to enter the total amount.
• Signature, Date, Company, and UEI fields are included for the contractor to complete.

This schedule details the sole item for which the government will make payment. Bidders must provide pricing for this specific item. Any work not listed in the schedule is considered incidental. Contractors must have an active registration at SAM.gov to be eligible for award. Bidders are advised to ensure they have the most current solicitation details by searching for solicitation number 12445526Q0068 on SAM.gov.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document is a "General Decision" which provides prevailing wage rates for building construction projects in Cook County, Minnesota. It serves as a reference for contractors to ensure compliance with labor standards.

• Lists various labor classifications (e.g., Carpenter, Electrician, Laborer).
• Provides the prevailing hourly "Rates" and "Fringes" for each classification.
• Includes notes on Executive Orders 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and 13658 (Minimum Wage) and their applicability to federal contracts.
• Outlines the process for wage determination appeals.

Bidders must use these wage rates to accurately calculate labor costs for their proposals. Compliance with these prevailing wage rates is a requirement for federal construction contracts. The document helps bidders understand the minimum labor costs associated with the opportunity and ensures fair labor practices.

Statement of Work (SOW)

To install new seamless rain gutter systems at 5 buildings within the Tofte District Office of the Superior National Forest to disperse roof runoff away from building foundations.

• Installation of new seamless gutters and associated hardware on 5 district buildings.

• Gutters must be 5" aluminum seamless, 0.032 thickness.

• Gutter supports to be installed at no more than 24" on center.

• Gutters to be sloped evenly to downspouts with a slope of no less than 1" in 40'.

• Downspouts to be 3"x4", installed with elbows, offsets, and secured to wall construction.

• Maximum distance of downspout supports from top or bottom of downspout shall be 2 feet.

• Specific lengths required for each building:

  • District Office: 30 L.F.
  • Bunkhouse #1: 68 L.F.
  • Bunkhouse #2: 93 L.F.
  • Ranger Dwelling: 96 L.F.
  • Fire Garage: 147 L.F.

• Gutters and downspouts must match the color of the historic buildings as closely as possible.

• Not explicitly detailed beyond ensuring proper installation and water dispersion.

• Location: Tofte District Office, Tofte, MN.

• Performance Period: Expected to be completed 90 days after contract award.

• Contractor must provide all management, supervision, labor, personnel, transportation, materials, equipment, and supplies.

• Work must comply with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

• Contractor and employees must be capable and experienced in the work.

• On-site supervisor must have demonstrated ability in the tasks.

• Contractor must comply with all Federal and State safety requirements (OSHA).

• Housekeeping: Keep project neat, orderly, and safe; remove all debris.

• Smoking inside Forest Service buildings is prohibited.

• Submittals: Product Data (manufacturer's technical literature) and color chart selection.

• A site visit is highly recommended.

• Certified Payroll and Contract Release Form are required prior to final invoice processing.

Other / Unclassified

This document provides instructions on how to follow projects on SAM.gov to receive email alerts for any changes made to a project. It details the steps required to enable these notifications, which can be done for any entity's projects, not just those of the Forest Service.

This document is relevant to bidders as it explains a feature within SAM.gov that allows them to stay informed about updates to opportunities they are interested in. By following these instructions, bidders can ensure they do not miss critical changes, amendments, or deadlines related to solicitations, which is essential for timely and accurate proposal submissions.