US Coast Guard Base North Bend Gate Repair

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding the "70Z033QSEAT260003" opportunity.

• Budget: The Coast Guard's budget for repairs cannot be disclosed.
• Gate Furnishing: The Coast Guard will furnish a 17’ wide galvanized steel cantilever gate, which is currently on site.
• New Gate Specifications: The new gate required is a 21 ft wide, galvanized steel cantilever gate. It must match the height (7 ft, including 1 ft of barbed wire) and material of the existing 17’ wide gate.
• West Side Gate Operator: The 17’ gate on the west side will be manual and does not require a new gate operator or controller system.
• Fabrication: Only the 21’ gate needs to be fabricated to match the government-supplied 17’ gate.

This Q&A clarifies specific requirements related to gate specifications and furnishing, which bidders should consider when preparing their proposals. No changes to deadlines or submission rules are indicated.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the U.S. Coast Guard Base North Bend Gate Repair. The work involves providing all necessary labor, material, equipment, supervision, and transportation for the gate repair.

• The primary deliverable is the completion of the U.S. Coast Guard Base North Bend Gate Repair.

• Work must be performed in accordance with the Statement of Work dated 01 February 2026.

• Commencement of work is required within 10 calendar days of the Notice to Proceed.

• Completion of the entire contract is required within 45 calendar days after receipt of the Notice to Proceed, including final cleanup.

• The performance period includes 0 weather days. Weather days are defined as days preventing at least 50% of the contractor workday and delaying critical work.

• Phasing sequence is not applicable to this project.

• The estimated range of this procurement is less than $25,000.

• The contract type is not explicitly stated but implied to be Fixed Price Construction based on clauses referenced.

• Quotes must be submitted via email to the address listed in Block 7 of SF-1442.

• All correspondence, submittals, and emails must be marked with the solicitation number: 70Z033QSEAT260003.

• Awards will be made to the lowest-priced, responsive, and responsible Offeror whose quotation meets the requirements, including demonstrated satisfactory performance on similar work within the past three years.

• The Government reserves the right to make award in its best interest.

• The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 238290 (Other Building Equipment Contractors).

• The small business size standard is $22.5M.

• Clause 52.219-6 Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside is included.

• Clause 52.19-14 Limitations on Subcontracting (15%) is included.

• The contractor represents whether it is a small business concern under NAICS Code 238290.

• Bidders must return one complete copy of the solicitation package (SF-1442, Sections B-M, plus the reference sheet).

• All quotes must include taxes; no tax exemption certificate will be issued.

• Offerors must insert their UEI and Taxpayer I.D. numbers.

• The Statement of Work is provided in Section J.

• Required bonds (Bid Bond, Performance Bond, Payment Bond) are detailed in Section H-2, with specific requirements based on award amount.

• Required insurance is detailed in Section H-3.

• The Buy American Act applies to construction materials (FAR 52.225-9).

• Invoice submission procedures are detailed in Section G, requiring use of the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP).

• Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and have active status.

• The Unique Entity ID (UEI) generated by SAM.gov is the primary identifier and must be recorded on every invoice.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation for the U.S. Coast Guard Base North Bend Gate Repair Project. It outlines the government's requirement for performance of the described work.

• The specific details of the work required are to be found in the Statement of Work (SOW).

• The project point of contact is also listed on the SOW.

• Site visit information is listed on the solicitation itself.

• The performance period is 10 calendar days to begin after award and must be completed within 45 calendar days after receiving notice to proceed.

• Performance and payment bonds are not required.

• All bid submissions must be emailed to the Contracting Specialist at Ava.M.Stow@uscg.mil.

• Questions pertaining to the solicitation must be submitted in writing to the Contracting Specialist at Ava.M.Stow@uscg.mil using the "Request for Information" form attached (Section J of Solicitation Documents).

• Questions must be received by the date specified on the solicitation.

• Offers providing less than 90 calendar days for Government acceptance after the offer due date will be rejected.

• Not specified in this document.

• This is a "sealed bid" solicitation, meaning "offer" and "offeror" refer to "bid" and "bidder" respectively.

• Offers must be submitted by the date and time specified in Item 8.

• An offer guarantee is not required.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Reference Information Form" used to collect information about a company's experience and references for similar work. It is intended to help the government assess a bidder's capability and past performance.

• Solicitation Number and Date: To identify the specific opportunity.
• Company Information: Name and address of the bidding company.
• Telephone Number: Contact information, including work/non-work hours.
• List Experience in This Type of Work: A section to detail relevant past projects.
• Termination History: Questions about previous contract terminations.
• Timeliness Concerns: Inquiries about potential difficulties in completing the work on schedule.
• Subcontracting Percentage: The anticipated portion of work to be subcontracted.
• Davis Bacon Wage Act Compliance: Confirmation of adherence to prevailing wage requirements.
• References: Detailed contact information for three past clients, including company name, point of contact, address, telephone number, and project description.

Bidders must complete this form accurately and thoroughly to provide the government with the necessary information to evaluate their experience and qualifications. The references provided will likely be contacted to verify past performance. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may impact the evaluation of the bid.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Request for Information" form used by the U.S. Coast Guard Base Seattle. It is designed for requesters to ask questions or seek clarifications regarding a solicitation. It also allows for the submission of proposed changes to a solicitation, which would then result in an amendment being issued.

• Requestor Section: Includes fields for the sender, recipient (Contracting Officer), solicitation number, project location, specific information requested (referencing sections, drawings, or pages), attachments, response due date, and requestor's contact information.
• Technical Expert Response Section: For the response to be prepared, including the name of the responder, COR, and On-Site Inspector. It includes checkboxes to indicate if the information provided is a clarification (does not change terms) or a proposed change (will result in an amendment).

While this is a form for internal use or for vendors to submit questions, it outlines the process for seeking clarification or proposing changes to a solicitation. Bidders can use this form to formally inquire about any ambiguities or suggest modifications to the solicitation documents. The distinction between a clarification and a proposed change is important, as only proposed changes will lead to an amendment.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides the prevailing wage rates for various construction trades in Coos County, Oregon, for building construction projects. It is a "General Decision" issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division.

• Effective Dates: Wage rates are listed with their effective dates, which vary by trade.
• Trade Classifications: Includes rates for trades such as Heat & Frost Insulator, Bricklayer, Electrician, Operator (Backhoe/Excavator/Trackhoe, Crane), Laborer (Mason Tender, Hod Carrier, Pipelayer, Common/General), Cement Mason/Concrete Finisher, Plumber, Sheet Metal Worker, Carpenter, and Ironworker.
• Rates and Fringes: For each trade, both the hourly wage rate and the fringe benefit rate are provided.
• Executive Orders: Includes information on Executive Order (EO) 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and EO 13658 (Minimum Wage for Federal Contractors), outlining contractor obligations.
• Appeals Process: Details the procedure for appealing wage determination decisions.

Bidders responding to construction opportunities in Coos County, Oregon, must use these prevailing wage rates to ensure compliance with labor standards. This document is critical for accurately estimating labor costs and fulfilling contractual obligations related to wages and benefits for covered employees.

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

This document outlines the requirements for replacing existing slide gates with new cantilever gates at USCG Base North Bend.

• Remove two existing slide gates and associated hardware.

• Install two new cantilever gates, including all necessary mounting hardware.

• Reuse the existing gate operator and controller system on the new gates.

• Install an approximate 4' section of permanent fencing between the two new gates.

• Fabricate a new 21' gate to match a provided 17' gate.

• Remove and reinstall aluminum drive rails from the old gate onto the new cantilever gate.

• Ensure the slide driver is properly mounted and aligned for smooth operation of the new cantilever gate.

• Demo and dispose of existing sliding gates.

• The work is to be performed at USCG Base North Bend, located at 2000 Connecticut Ave, North Bend, OR 97459.

• The SOW is dated 02/01/2026.

• Contractor must provide all labor and materials not specified as government-furnished.

• Government will provide 110V electrical and potable water.

• Contractor must comply with all applicable Federal, State, and local safety standards and requirements, including OSHA.

• Waste and debris must be controlled and disposed of in accordance with environmental regulations.

• Hazardous waste disposal is the responsibility of the contractor.

• Contractor must restore any interferences disturbed during the process.

• Operations and material storage must be confined to authorized areas.

• Mandatory publication: OSHA Safety and Health Standards, 29 CFR Part 1926.

• The government intends to award a firm-fixed-price contract.

• Invoicing will be submitted electronically via the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) IAW FAR 52.232-33.

• Contracting Specialist: Ava Stow (Ava.m.Stow@uscg.mil)

• Unit Point of Contact (POC): Jennifer Hansen (jennifer.p.hansen@uscg.mil)

• Questions regarding the scope of work must be directed to the Contracting Officer.

• Site visits are suggested but not mandatory and should be scheduled through the POC.