Z--GAOA BAR ISLAND DAM RECONSTRUCTION

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document contains responses to vendor questions and clarifications regarding the GAOA Bar Island Dam Reconstruction project (Solicitation No: 140L0626R0006).

• Proposal Due Date & Question Period: Amendment 0001 (AM01) extends the proposal due date and the question submission deadline to allow sufficient time for responses.
• Subcontractor Past Projects: Key subcontractor past projects may be submitted, with clear identification of the entity's role (Prime or Subcontractor) and relevance to the solicitation.
• Digital Files: CAD and other digital design files are not available for upload to SAM.gov and must be requested via email to lisa_mckeon@ios.doi.gov.
• Liquidated Damages: Liquidated damages do not apply to this project.
• Concrete Type: The response regarding Type IL concrete with high sulfate resistance is not available at the time of Amendment 02 and will be provided in a future amendment.
• Compaction Equipment: Compaction equipment and methods must be equivalent to the specified equipment and effort/force.
• Rebar Placement: Bottom bars can be shifted to avoid conflict with precast shim blocks, with a minimum clearance of 1 inch. Alternatively, bars can terminate at each block with 5-foot dowels.
• Erosion Protective Mat: The gray-shaded area on Drawing SW1 (Sheet 22) takes precedence for erosion protective mat extent, indicating approximately 18,790 SF.
• Trench Filling: Trench filling can be delayed to within 120 hours if compacted at the surface, maintained near optimum moisture, and plastic sheeting is applied, anchored, and sealed.
• Topsoil: Refer to Specifications 02910, Part 2.01.A for stripping depth (six inches) and 01150, Part 1.07.B for re-spreading requirements (six inches over disturbed areas).
• Drawdown Restrictions: No specific drawdown restrictions exist; however, drawdown must be controlled and meet DEQ requirements and permits.
• Embankment Materials: On-site excavated materials and borrow sources are sufficient for embankment quantities and will need to meet testing and submittal approval.
• Access Roads: Work for access roads not within contract plan limits is anticipated to be included in Item No. 1 - Mobilization & Preparatory Work.
• Spillway Armoring: The Spillway Armoring option is included as part of the total proposal evaluation and will be awarded at the time of contract award.
• Batch Plant Certification: NRMCA certification for the batch plant can be waived if a scale certification is provided, the plant meets ASTM C-94, and references for similar projects are provided.

These clarifications and amendments may affect proposal preparation, submission details, and understanding of project requirements. Bidders should review all responses carefully.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0002) to Solicitation 140L0626R0006 provides:

• Responses to Request for Information.

• Revisions to solicitation provisions and clauses to incorporate Department of the Interior (DOI) deviations resulting from the FAR Overhaul for specific parts (9, 22, 23, 44, and 53), aligning with updated DOI acquisition policy.

• A revised Wage Determination.

• A revised Section J Attachment list.

• Solicitation provisions and clauses (Parts 9, 22, 23, 44, and 53).

• Wage Determination.

• Section J Attachment list.

• The proposal due date has been extended to June 5, 2026, at 2:00 pm MDT.

• All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a General Decision Number (GDN) for Montana, specifically for "Heavy" construction types. It lists prevailing wage rates and fringes for various trades and job classifications across multiple counties in Montana. The GDN includes effective dates for different wage determinations and specifies rates for electricians, power equipment operators (with zone definitions based on mileage from specific cities), ironworkers, truck drivers, and general laborers.

This document is crucial for any bidder responding to a federal construction contract in the specified Montana counties that is subject to the Davis-Bacon Act or Davis-Bacon Related Acts. Bidders must use these prevailing wage rates to accurately calculate labor costs in their proposals. Failure to comply with these wage requirements can lead to bid disqualification or contract non-compliance. The document also provides important notes regarding Executive Orders on Paid Sick Leave (EO 13706) and minimum wage for federal contractors (EO 13658), which may impact contract terms and labor costs.

Amendment / Modification

This document is Amendment 0002 to Solicitation 140L0626R0006 for the GAOA Bar Island Dam Reconstruction. It includes updates and changes to the original solicitation.

• The Table of Contents indicates sections covering Solicitation/Contract Form, Price Schedule, Specifications/Drawings, Packaging and Marking, Inspection and Acceptance, Deliveries or Performance, Contract Administration Data, Special Contract Requirements, Contract Clauses, List of Attachments, Representations/Certifications, Instructions/Conditions/Notices to Offerors, and Evaluation Factors for Award.

• Specific clauses and sections are modified or incorporated by reference, including those related to limitations on subcontracting, wage rates, biobased products, hazardous materials, Buy American requirements, bonds, liability insurance, and site investigation.

• The List of Attachments (Section J) details various documents including Drawings, Specifications, Construction Workspaces, Wage Determination, RFI Responses, ACOE NWP 3, Forms, Price Schedule, Limitations on Subcontracting, Experience Project Data Sheet, Past Performance Questionnaire, and RFI Form.

• The amendment likely impacts proposal submission requirements, deadlines, or evaluation criteria. Offerors must review all changes carefully to ensure compliance. Specific details on deadline changes or other submission impacts are not explicitly detailed in the provided pages but are implied by the nature of an amendment.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Nationwide Permit Fact Sheet (NWP 3) from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Omaha District, concerning "Maintenance." It outlines the conditions and limitations under which NWP 3 can be used for the repair, rehabilitation, or replacement of previously authorized structures or fills. It also details various general conditions, regional conditions for Montana, and best management practices (BMPs) that apply to activities authorized under NWP 3 and other related Nationwide Permits.

This document is relevant to potential bidders who may be undertaking projects involving the maintenance, repair, rehabilitation, or replacement of existing structures or fills in waters of the United States. It clarifies:

• Permitted Activities: What types of maintenance activities are authorized under NWP 3, including minor deviations, removal of accumulated sediment, and temporary structures.
• Limitations: Activities that are not authorized, such as maintenance dredging for navigation, beach restoration, or new stream channelization.
• General Conditions: Requirements that apply to all NWP authorizations, including those related to navigation, aquatic life movements, spawning areas, endangered species, historic properties, and water quality.
• Pre-Construction Notification (PCN): When a PCN is required, including specific triggers like activities in peatlands, near natural springs, bank stabilization exceeding certain thresholds, or stream channelization.
• Regional Conditions (Montana): Specific requirements for Montana, including additional PCN triggers for certain waterways and specific best management practices for bank stabilization and erosion control.
• Special River Management Zone (SRMZ) Conditions (Upper Yellowstone River): Restrictions and revocations for NWPs within this specific zone, including prohibitions on certain activities and specific requirements for bank stabilization and temporary structures.

Bidders involved in such maintenance activities must review this document to understand the scope of work permitted, the conditions they must adhere to, and when they need to submit a Pre-Construction Notification (PCN) to the Corps of Engineers.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) to solicitation 140L0626R0006 makes the following changes:

• Provides the site visit sign-in sheet.

• Revises solicitation provisions and clauses to incorporate RFO DEVIATION clauses for FAR Parts 9, 22, 23, and 26.

• Provides responses to Questions/Request for Information.

• Extends the question due date to May 15, 2026, 2:00 PM MDT.

• Extends the solicitation proposal due date to May 29, 2026, 2:00 PM MDT.

• FAR Parts 9, 22, 23, and 26 (provisions and clauses revised).

• Question due date.

• Proposal due date.

• The proposal due date has been extended to May 29, 2026, 2:00 PM MDT.

• The question due date has been extended to May 15, 2026, 2:00 PM MDT.

• All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

• Contact: Lisa McKeon, lisa_mckeon@ios.doi.gov

Amendment / Modification

This document is Amendment 0001 to Solicitation 140L0626R0006 for the GAOA Bar Island Dam Reconstruction. It does not contain specific details of the changes made by this amendment within the provided text, but indicates that it is an amendment to the original solicitation.

Not specified in the provided text.

Not specified in the provided text. Bidders should refer to the full amendment document for details on any impact to deadlines, requirements, or evaluation factors.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding Solicitation No: 140L0626R0006 for the GAOA Bar Island Dam Reconstruction project.

• Due Date Extension: Amendment 0001 (AM01) extends the proposal due date to account for a federal holiday (May 25, 2026) and extends the question submission deadline to allow sufficient government response time.
• Subcontractor Past Projects: Subcontractor past projects may be submitted. Offerors must clearly identify the entity that performed the work (Prime or Subcontractor) and describe the subcontractor's role and relevance.
• Digital Files (CAD, Surfaces, etc.): These file types cannot be uploaded to SAM.gov. Requests for such files must be submitted to lisa_mckeon@ios.doi.gov and will be emailed directly if available.
• Submission Method: The solicitation is a Negotiated (RFP) Request for Proposal. Refer to Section L for specific submission details, as the method for electronic "sealed offers" is clarified there.
• Bid Guarantee: Refer to Section L for details regarding electronic bid bond submission requirements.
• Liquidated Damages: Liquidated damages do not apply to this requirement.

Amendment 0001 (AM01) has adjusted the due dates for proposals and questions. Specific instructions regarding digital file requests and submission procedures are clarified. The absence of a liquidated damages clause is confirmed.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a sign-in sheet for a site visit related to the "GAOA Bar Island Dam Reconstruction" opportunity. It records the attendees, their organizations, and contact information.

• Names and titles of attendees
• Organizations represented
• Email addresses and phone numbers of attendees
• Date of the site visit: April 30, 2026

This document indicates which organizations and individuals attended the site visit. This can provide insight into potential competitors or interested parties. The contact information may also be useful for networking or follow-up, although direct contact should adhere to SAM.gov guidelines.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the GAOA Bar Island Dam Reconstruction project. The acquisition is being conducted under FAR Part 15, Contracting by Negotiation. The contract will be a Firm Fixed Priced (FFP), Single Award Contract.

• Construction services for the GAOA Bar Island Dam Reconstruction.

• Work includes all labor, material, equipment, and supervision for dam reconstruction.

• Detailed specifications, drawings, and contract documents are available at http://sam.gov.

• A site visit is scheduled for April 30, 2026, at 10:00 AM local time.

• Offerors must provide effective quality control and safety plans within 10 days of award.

• Construction activity and surface disturbance are prohibited from December 1 to July 15 annually to protect sage grouse.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Priced (FFP), Lump Sum.

• Period of Performance: To be complete by 11/30/2027.

• Estimated Value: $1M - $5M.

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

• Size Standard: $45.0M.

• Proposals are due by 05/25/2026 at 1400 local time.

• Proposals must be submitted electronically.

• Evaluation will be based on a best value tradeoff process, considering Experience, Schedule, Past Performance, and Price.

• Non-price factors (Experience, Schedule, Past Performance) are of equal importance to each other and, when combined, are approximately equal in importance to Price.

• Offerors must acknowledge all amendments.

• A bid guarantee is required.

• This solicitation is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• Questions are due no later than May 5, 2026, at 2:00 PM MDT.

• The contract will be awarded as a firm-fixed-price, lump-sum contract line item (CLIN) for the base requirement and any exercised options.

• Payment requests must be submitted electronically through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP).

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a pricing schedule (Excel spreadsheet) for the Bar Island Dam Reconstruction project. It outlines the various line items for which bidders are expected to provide unit prices and calculate total prices.

• Base Price Items: Includes mobilization, site clearing, demolition, excavation (common and muck), embankment (compacted and lime amended), fill materials (filter sand, drain gravel, road gravel), culverts, spillway components (riser, inlet, conduit, stilling basin), toe drain, riprap, dewatering, and stabilization/filter fabrics.
• Quantities: Specified for each item, with a note that quantities are not guaranteed and payment is based on measurement as defined in Section 01150.
• Unit Price & Total Price: Fields are provided for bidders to enter unit prices, which will then calculate the total price for each item. The total price is stated to be fully burdened, including Overhead, Profit, and Bond.
• Option(s): Includes an option for "Spillway Armoring" with a placeholder for pricing.
• Overhead, Profit, Bonds: Fields are provided for bidders to specify their rates for these components.

This pricing schedule is critical for bidders to understand the scope of work in terms of material quantities and specific tasks. It serves as the basis for developing a comprehensive and competitive bid. Bidders must carefully review each line item, consider the provided quantities (while noting they are not guaranteed), and accurately input their unit prices, ensuring all costs, including overhead, profit, and bonds, are factored into the total price.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a General Decision Number (MT20260076) dated 01/02/2026, which supersedes MT20250076. It outlines prevailing wage rates and fringes for various construction trades (Electrician, Power Equipment Operator, Ironworker, Carpenter, Laborer, Operator, Truck Driver) across multiple Montana counties for Heavy Construction Projects. It also includes notes on Executive Orders related to paid sick leave (EO 13706) and minimum wage for federal contractors (EO 13658), as well as information on the wage determination appeals process.

This document is relevant to potential bidders as it specifies the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to laborers and mechanics employed on construction projects covered by the Davis-Bacon Act in the specified Montana counties. Bidders must factor these wage rates into their cost proposals to ensure compliance with federal labor standards.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document is a "Cover Sheet and Sheet Index" for the "Bar Island Dam Modifications" project. It serves as an index to all the drawings included in the project set, providing a comprehensive overview of the documentation.

• Project Title: Bar Island Dam Modifications
• Location: Phillips County, Montana
• Issuing Agency: United States Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management
• Drawing Index: A detailed list of all sheets included in the project, with sheet numbers, drawing titles, and corresponding CAD file names.
• Design Information: Design dates, designer, checker, and approver.

This document is crucial for bidders as it outlines the complete set of drawings and specifications for the Bar Island Dam Modifications project. It allows potential bidders to quickly identify all relevant technical drawings, understand the scope of the project, and ensure they have reviewed all necessary documentation before preparing a bid. The sheet index helps in navigating the extensive set of drawings.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Request for Information (RFI) form from the United States Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management. It is designed to solicit questions and answers related to an unspecified opportunity.

The form contains sections for 'QUESTIONS' and 'ANSWERS', indicating its use for gathering and providing information.

This RFI form is relevant to potential bidders as it serves as a mechanism to ask clarifying questions about an opportunity and receive official responses from the Bureau of Land Management. Bidders should use this form to submit any questions they have regarding the opportunity to ensure they have a complete understanding before preparing a response or proposal.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides a breakout for the "Limitations on Subcontracting" clause, specifically referencing FAR 52.219-14(e)(3) or (4). It is intended for use with Solicitation Number 140L0625R0012, which is a Small Business set-aside.

• Required Self-Performance: 0.15 (15%)
• Fields to record:
  • Total Amount Proposed
  • Total Material Cost
  • Self Performed Labor
  • Total Amount Paid to First Tier Small Business Subcontractors (SSS)
  • Total Amount Paid to First Tier Large Business Subcontractors (LBS)
  • Total Labor Cost
• A formula is provided to calculate the "Limitation on Subcontracting Percentage": (Total Labor Cost - Total Amount Paid to LBS Companies) / Total Labor Cost.
• Notes clarify definitions for Total Amount Proposed, Material Cost, SSS Labor (must be first tier and small business under NAICS), Total Labor Cost (all costs other than material), and the compliance requirement that the calculated limitation percentage must be greater than the required self-performance percentage.

Bidders must use this form to document their proposed subcontracting plan and demonstrate compliance with the small business subcontracting limitations. The required self-performance percentage is 15%. Bidders need to accurately fill in the proposed amounts for material, labor, and payments to subcontractors to ensure their proposal meets the subcontracting requirements.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an 'Experience Project Data Sheet' intended for construction and design projects. Bidders are required to complete this form to provide detailed information about their firm's experience relevant to the opportunity.

• Project Identification: Select project number (CON or DESIGN).
• Offeror Information: Firm name, address, phone, UEI, Point of Contact.
• Work Performed: Specify if work was as Prime Contractor, Subcontractor, etc., and the percentage of work performed. If subcontractor, identify the prime.
• Contract Details: Contract number, title, location, owner, Point of Contact.
• Dates: Award and Completion Dates.
• Type of Work: New Construction, Renovation, Repair, Alteration, etc.
• Type of Contract/Task Order: Firm-Fixed Price, Cost/Time and Material, etc.
• Construction Project Details (Block 7): Award Amount, Final Price, Type of Contract (Design-Build, Design-Bid-Build, IDIQ, etc.).
• Design Project Details (Block 8): A/E Design Fee, Total Construction Value, Type of Contract (Design-Build, RFP Development, etc.).
• Project Description (Block 9): Detailed description of the project and its relevancy to the RFP requirements, including design-effort if applicable.
• Self-Performed Work (Block 10): Detailed description of work the firm performed itself.
• Other Information (Block 11): Any additional relevant information.

This form is crucial for bidders to demonstrate their qualifications and past performance. Completing it accurately and thoroughly is essential for proposal preparation and evaluation, as it directly supports the assessment of the offeror's experience and capability to perform the required work.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Past Performance Questionnaire for the "BAR ISLAND Dam Reconstruction" project (Solicitation Number 140L0626R0006). It is designed to gather feedback from clients/owners regarding a contractor's performance on previous contracts.

• Contractor Information: Requires the company name, address, DUNS number, and point of contact.
• Contract Information: Details about the past contract, including project title, contract number, type, price, award/completion dates, project location, client/owner, and a brief scope of work description.
• Evaluation Areas: Includes ratings for Quality, Schedule & Time Management, Pricing and Payments, Management, and Regulatory Compliance. Each area has specific sub-questions.
• Rating Definitions: Provides definitions for Exceptional (EX), Very Good (VG), Satisfactory (S), Marginal (M), Unsatisfactory (U), and Not Applicable (NA) ratings.
• Comments: Space is provided for detailed comments supporting the ratings, especially for EX, M, and U ratings.
• Overall Recommendation & Comments: A final recommendation on the contractor's suitability for similar contracts and overall comments.
• Signature: The questionnaire must be signed by the client/owner to be considered valid.

This questionnaire is to be completed by the client/owner of a past contract performed by the bidding company. It directly impacts the "Past Performance" evaluation factor of the solicitation. Bidders should ensure their clients are aware of this requirement and can provide timely and accurate feedback. The deadline for return is May 25, 2020, at 2:00 pm MDT, to Lisa McKeon at DOI Contracting Operations - Bureau of Land Management.

Technical Specifications

This document provides the technical specifications for the Bar Island Dam Reconstruction project in Phillips County, Montana. It details the requirements for various aspects of the reconstruction, including:

• Division 1 - General Requirements: Outlines project administration, submittals, quality control, traffic control, material and equipment, and contract closeout.

• Division 2 - Sitework: Covers demolition, clearing, riprap placement, earth dam construction, geosynthetics, revetment systems, toe drains, outlet works, and culverts.

• Division 3 - Concrete: Specifies requirements for cast-in-place concrete, including materials, mix proportions, placement, and curing.

• Division 5 - Metals: Details requirements for metal fabrications, such as grating, trashracks, vent pipes, and miscellaneous framing.

• Appendix A: Geotechnical Data Report, providing detailed information on soil properties, subsurface conditions, and design considerations.

• Appendix B: Original Drawings.

• Work Included: Detailed descriptions of demolition, excavation, embankment reconstruction (including compacted fill, lime-amended backfill, and riprap), outlet works construction, and restoration.

• Materials and Equipment: Specifications for concrete, metals, geotextiles, pipes, and other materials.

• Quality Control/Assurance: Requirements for testing and inspection to ensure compliance with specifications.

• Submittals: Procedures and timelines for submitting plans, product data, and shop drawings.

• Site Access and Safety: Provisions for contractor use of premises, protection of existing structures and utilities, and traffic control.

This document serves as a comprehensive guide for contractors bidding on the Bar Island Dam Reconstruction project, outlining all technical requirements and specifications.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, titled "CONSTRUCTION WORK SPACES," appears to be a map or diagram illustrating proposed work areas for the Bar Island Dam Reconstruction project. It is intended to visually define the locations for construction activities, temporary water storage, and borrow areas.

• Legend: Defines symbols and colors used on the map, including:
  • BLM (Bureau of Land Management)
  • Estimated Construction Work Spaces
  • Estimated Temporary Water Storage Pond
  • Estimated Borrow Location
  • EA Review Area
• Map Area: An aerial view of the terrain with overlaid polygons indicating the specific areas for construction, water storage, and material sourcing.
• Project Identification: Clearly labels the project as "BAR ISLAND DAM RECONSTRUCTION" under the "UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT."

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the physical scope and location of the proposed construction work. It helps in visualizing the project site, estimating the extent of land disturbance, and planning logistics for construction activities, material staging, and environmental considerations related to the specified work spaces and water storage areas.

Pre-Solicitation Notice

This notice announces the Bureau of Land Management's (BLM) intent to procure services for the reconstruction of Bar Island Dam, located in Phillips County, Montana. The project aims to restore and reinforce the dam's infrastructure to ensure long-term stability and functionality, addressing essential maintenance needs by repairing embankments, reinforcing slope protections, and upgrading outlet works and spillway.

The major items of work include:

• Dewatering the reservoir and construction area.

• Excavating and reconstructing the dam embankment with compacted and imported fill, including lime-amended backfill and imported rock for riprap slope protection.

• Constructing a precast concrete outlet works riser and a concrete-encased, precast reinforced concrete pipe outlet works conduit.

• Constructing a grouted riprap outlet works stilling basin.

• Excavation, fill, and grading of the spillway.

• Placing gravel road surfacing on the dam crest.

• Reclaiming all disturbed areas, including staging and temporary roads, with soil preparation and seeding.

• Estimated Period of Performance (PoP): Project completion by November 30, 2027. Award anticipated July 1, 2026. Onsite work has restrictions annually from December 1 to July 15.

• Magnitude of Construction: Estimated between $1M - $5M.

• Solicitation Issuance Date: Anticipated end of April 2026.

• Proposal Due Date: Approximately 30 days after solicitation issuance.

• Offerors are responsible for monitoring www.sam.gov for the complete solicitation package and amendments. No paper or email copies will be provided.

• Award will be based on best value to the government per Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).

• Solicitation Set-Aside: Total Small Business.

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

• Small Business Size Standard: $45M.

• Registration: Offerors must have a UEI number and be registered and active in the System for Award Management (SAM) at www.sam.gov at the time of proposal submission to be eligible for award.

• A site visit will be scheduled and details will be provided in the solicitation. Offerors are strongly encouraged to attend.

• This notice does not obligate the government to award a contract or pay for proposal preparation costs.

• Point of Contact: Lisa McKeon, Contracting Officer, at lmckeon@blm.gov.