Y--Ridge Trail Boardwalk Rehabilitation

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) to Solicitation 140FC126R0003 is issued to incorporate Questions and Answers (Q&A) received during the solicitation period. Specifically, the Q&A are provided in Attachment 6.

• Attachment 6 (Questions and Answers)

• Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment by signing and returning it with their proposal, or by noting the amendment number on the proposal form. Failure to acknowledge may result in rejection of the proposal.

• All other solicitation terms and conditions remain unchanged.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding the Ridge Trail Boardwalk Replacement at Bayou Sauvage National Wildlife Refuge. It clarifies details about materials, construction methods, and invoicing procedures.

• Boardwalk Material: The boardwalk will be made of wood, as indicated in the SOW. New components will be installed per provided drawings and specifications. This project includes government-furnished property/material, and the decking material has already been purchased.
• Construction Methods: Machines are only allowed to work outside the boardwalk in preapproved areas with an existing trail. If working from the top down, the Contractor is responsible for verifying the load-bearing capacity of existing piles and providing any necessary temporary support or alternate sequencing.
• Invoicing: Invoices must be submitted electronically via the Internet Processing Platform (IPP). The "Payment request" must comply with the applicable Prompt Payment clause. Specific required attachments include prime contractor and subcontract payrolls, payment request certification, release of claims, construction schedule, schedule of values, owner/operator manuals, and warranty certificates.
• Progress/Phase Invoices: Billing begins once measurable progress has been completed. The document does not specify the number of progress or phase invoices permitted, nor does it confirm a specific billing structure (e.g., 30%/20%/50%).
• Final Invoice: The final invoice must be labeled "FINAL" and accompanied by a narrative progress summary.

This Q&A document clarifies material specifications, construction methods, and invoicing requirements, which bidders should consider when preparing their proposals. It emphasizes the use of the IPP for payment requests and outlines required supporting documentation.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Davis-Bacon Act Wage Determination (WD # LA20250008) for the Ridge Trail Boardwalk Rehabilitation project at the Bayou Sauvage National Wildlife Refuge in New Orleans, Louisiana. It specifies the prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits required for various construction classifications in the specified parishes.

• General Decision Number: LA20250008, dated 12/12/2025.
• Superseded General Decision Number: LA20240008.
• State: Louisiana.
• Construction Type: Heavy Industrial.
• Counties Covered: A comprehensive list of parishes in Louisiana is provided.
• Project Type: HEAVY CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS (Industrial, Processing Plants, and Refineries).
• Wage Rates and Fringes: Details are provided for various trades including Boilermaker, Millwright, Carpenter, Electrician, Power equipment operators, Ironworker, Laborer, Painter, Pipefitter/Plumber, Cement Mason/Concrete Finisher, and Oiler. Rates and fringe benefits vary by trade and specific parish or group of parishes.
• Executive Orders: Notes on Executive Order (EO) 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and EO 13658 (minimum wage) are included, outlining their applicability to contracts awarded on or after specific dates.
• Appeals Process: Information on the Wage Determination Appeals Process is provided.

This document is crucial for bidders as it establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to laborers and mechanics employed on the subject construction project. Bidders must ensure their cost proposals and subsequent labor practices comply with these determined rates to meet federal contract requirements.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation for the Ridge Trail Boardwalk Rehabilitation project at the Bayou Sauvage National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) in New Orleans, LA. The estimated magnitude for the entire project is between $250,000 and $500,000.

• Rehabilitation of the Ridge Trail Boardwalk.

• Performance and Payment Bonds are required (SF 25 and SF 25-A).

• Insurance requirements are specified (FAR 52.228-5).

• The North American Industrial Classification Code (NAICS) is 237990 (Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction Contractors) with a size standard of $45 Million.

• The contract performance period is 90 calendar days after notice to proceed.

• Offers are due electronically by 03/13/2026 at 1700 hours (local time).

• Sealed envelopes containing offers should be marked with offeror's name, address, solicitation number, and due date/time.

• Offers providing less than 90 calendar days for Government acceptance will be rejected.

• A pre-proposal site visit is scheduled for February 18, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST.

• Questions and requests for clarification must be submitted in writing via email to Joann Mallory (joann_mallory@fws.gov) no later than five (5) calendar days before the proposal due date.

• No specific set-aside is mentioned in the provided pages.

• The delivery location is FWS Bayou Sauvage NWR, C/O Southeast Louisiana Refuges, 61389 Highway 434, Lacombe LA 70445-2667 US.

• The anticipated delivery date is 04/30/2026.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the Ridge Trail Boardwalk Rehabilitation project located at the Bayou Sauvage National Wildlife Refuge in New Orleans, Louisiana. The North American Industrial Classification Code (NAICS) for this acquisition is 237990, Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction Contractors, with a size standard of $45 Million.

• Rehabilitation of the Ridge Trail Boardwalk.

• The contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision required for the project.

• Specific details regarding the work are provided in the Statement of Work (SOW) and contract drawings.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Construction contract.

• Period of Performance: The contractor shall commence work within 10 calendar days of notice to proceed and complete the work within 90 calendar days after receiving notice to proceed. The estimated completion date is 07/31/2026.

• Estimated Magnitude: Between $250,000 and $500,000.

• Proposal Submission: Proposals must be submitted electronically via email to joann_mallory@fws.gov. Specific due date is TBD.

• Questions: Questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted in writing to JoAnn Mallory via email by TBD.

• Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method. Factors include Recent Relevant Experience, Technical Capabilities and Ability to Deliver, and Price.

• Proposal Format: Submit completed SF 1442, acknowledged amendments, price schedule, contractor evaluation documentation, and representations/certifications.

• NAICS Code: 237990 (Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction Contractors) with a size standard of $45 Million.

• Bonds: Performance and Payment Bonds are required (YES, within 10 calendar days after award).

• Bid Guarantee: Not required.

• A pre-proposal site visit is scheduled for February 18, 2026, at 10:00 AM CST.

• Electronic submission of proposals is required; no hardcopies will be accepted.

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR clauses related to construction, environmental impact, labor, materials, and contract administration.

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

Rehabilitate the Ridge Trail Boardwalk located on Maxent Levee at Bayou Sauvage National Wildlife Refuge, which sustained damage from Hurricane IDA in August 2021.

• Removal and replacement of existing deck boards, toe boards, deteriorated piles, beams, and hurricane tie straps.

• Installation of new boardwalk components per provided Drawings and Specifications (Appendix A and B).

• Proper disposal of all replaced boardwalk materials.

• Project includes government-furnished property/material.

• .8CCA 6x6x12' piles (as needed)

• .8CCA 2x8x8' decking (6000 linear feet)

• .8CCA 2x8x12' decking for rest areas (155 linear feet)

• .8CCA 2x8x12' longitudinal beams (2000 linear feet)

• .8CCA 4x4x12 toe board (550 linear feet)

• .8CCA 2x4x8' toe board risers (450 linear feet)

• Various timber screws, roofing tar, deck screws, galvanized panels, top railings, cross bracing, and Simpson strong tie hurricane ties.

• 90 days after the notice to proceed (NTP).

• Bayou Sauvage National Wildlife Refuge, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, 17160 Chef Menteur Highway, New Orleans, LA 70129-2667.

• Contractor must possess a state license as a general Contractor.

• Contractor must provide supervision, labor, materials, non-government furnished equipment, tools, construction equipment, inspection, testing, start-up, water, heat, utilities, transportation, and other facilities and services.

• At least one qualified supervisor capable of reading, writing, and conversing fluently in English must be on-site.

• Contractor is responsible for quality control and must use an independent construction materials testing laboratory.

• Contractor shall coordinate activities of all subcontractors.

• Minimize construction, deconstruction, and demolition waste; aim to divert 50% of total project waste from landfills.

• Contractor shall promptly furnish information and provide reasonable facilities for inspections and reporting.

• Contractor is responsible for obtaining all permits and paying all permitting fees.

• Contractor shall adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local environmental laws and regulations.

• Contractor shall provide erosion control methods.

• Contractor shall protect adjacent vegetation, property, structures, and improvements from damage.

• Contractor shall submit a request for Final Inspection to the Contracting Officer (CO) at least 10 calendar days prior to anticipated completion.

• An Initial Conference shall be held after the Notice to Proceed.

• Weekly progress meetings shall be held during the construction phase.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Bid Schedule for the "Construct rehabilitation for Boardwalk at Bayou Sauvage NWR" opportunity. It is intended for bidders to provide their pricing.

• Base Bid: Requires pricing for the construction rehabilitation of the Boardwalk at Bayou Sauvage NWR, referencing the Statement of Work (SOW) for details. This includes:
  • General Conditions
  • Labor
• Total Estimate: Base Bid: A field to enter the total estimated cost for the base bid.

This document is critical for bidders to complete and submit as part of their proposal. It requires the bidder to provide a detailed cost breakdown for the project, including general conditions and labor, and a total estimated cost for the base bid. The pricing provided here will be a key component of the proposal evaluation.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Past Performance Questionnaire designed to gather feedback on a contractor's performance for a specific project. It is intended to be sent by an offeror to their references (clients or technical representatives) as part of the Past Performance evaluation factor for a proposal submitted to the Department of the Interior (DOI).

• Contractor Information: Fields for the offeror to complete regarding the reference project (Company Name, POC, Project Title, Contract Period, Description of Work, Contractor Role).
• Respondent Information: Fields for the reference contact to complete (Company Name, POC Name, Contact Info).
• Performance Information: A rating scale (0-5) for various aspects of performance, including Quality – Management & Workmanship, Timeliness and Adherence to Schedule, Business Practices/Customer Relationship, Compliance & Safety, and Infection Control. A section for detailed remarks is provided.
• Overall Customer Satisfaction: Questions regarding modifications cost proposal, cure/show cause notices, and willingness to award future contracts.
• Overall Performance Rating: A final rating section.

Bidders must use this form to solicit feedback from their past clients or references. They need to complete the contractor information section and send the questionnaire to their references. The timely and thorough completion of these questionnaires by references is crucial for the bidder's Past Performance evaluation. The document also provides instructions on how to send the questionnaire and the deadline for its return (February 13, 2026, 3:00 pm EST) to a specific email address (joann_mallory@fws.gov).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a pre-solicitation notice for the Ridge Trail Boardwalk Rehabilitation Project. The Department of Interior is issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) for work at the Bayou Sauvage National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) in New Orleans, Louisiana. The project involves removing and replacing existing deck boards, toe boards, and any deteriorated piles, beams, and hurricane tie straps.

• Removal and replacement of boardwalk components (deck boards, toe boards, piles, beams, hurricane tie straps).

• Work to be performed at Bayou Sauvage National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) in New Orleans, Louisiana.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP).

• Award will be based on the best value determined by evaluation criteria.

• Evaluation Criteria: Technical Approach, Past Performance, and Capability.

• Solicitation Package: Will include Solicitation Forms (SF1442), Statement of Work, and other necessary attachments.

• Documents will be posted on SAM.gov on February 11, 2026.

• All inquiries and questions must be submitted in writing.

• Set-Aside: Total Small Business.

• NAICS Code: 237990 (Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction).

• Size Standard: $45M.

• Procurement Method: FAR 15.101-2 Lowest Price Technical Acceptable (LPTA).

• Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to participate.

• Payments will be made via Electronic Funds Transfer.

• Contracting Officer: JoAnn Mallory

• Email: Joann_Mallory@fws.gov