Z--GAOA BAR ISLAND DAM RECONSTRUCTION

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.