Y--ASH CREEK PIPELINE

This amendment to solicitation 140L3626Q0012, for the Ash Creek Pipeline project, extends the offer receipt date to April 10, 2026. It includes informational site visit attendance records from April 8, 2026, and provides answers to offerors' questions. Key clarifications include the acceptability of a 150 PSI pressure reducing valve, the conditional waiver of a 12-inch gravel foundation for the storage tank, and confirmation that the contractor is responsible for furnishing and plumbing the water storage tank, not BLM personnel. Offerors must acknowledge this amendment via specified methods, with failure to do so potentially resulting in offer rejection.

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Montana State Office, is seeking quotes for the Ash Creek Pipeline project, a construction initiative in Prairie County, Montana. This project involves installing an 11,380-foot stock water pipeline, four hydrants, and integrating a BLM-provided storage tank, connecting to an existing water well. The estimated cost ranges from $25,000 to $100,000, classified under NAICS code 238990 as a Total Small Business Set-Aside procurement. Key dates include a site visit on April 8, 2026, and a question submission deadline of April 13, 2026. Contractors must register with SAM, use the IPP for payments, and adhere to strict regulations, including the Buy American statute and limitations on subcontracting. Safety and quality control plans are required post-award.

This government file, General Decision Number MT20260076, details prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for heavy construction projects in various Montana counties, effective January 2, 2026. It outlines specific rates for electricians, power equipment operators (with zone-based adjustments), ironworkers, carpenters, laborers, and other operators, along with truck drivers. The document also includes information on Executive Orders 13706 and 13658, which mandate paid sick leave and minimum wage requirements for federal contractors, respectively. It clarifies identifiers for union, weighted union average, survey, and state-adopted wage rates, and provides a comprehensive appeals process for wage determinations.

The Ash Creek Pipeline Technical Specifications outlines the construction of a livestock pipeline in Prairie County, Montana, for the Bureau of Land Management. The project involves furnishing labor, equipment, supplies, and materials to construct an 11,380 ft, 2-inch pipeline trenched or ripped to a 5 ft depth, with appurtenances installed to a 6 ft frost-free depth. Key requirements include adherence to various ASTM, AWPA, NSF, NEC, and OSHA standards, specific submittal procedures, and quality assurance measures. Construction is restricted between March 15 to July 15 and December 1 to March 31 due to environmental considerations. The document details general requirements, mobilization, trenching, plowing, backfilling, compacting, water systems, and reclamation procedures. It specifies materials like PVC and HDPE pipe, fittings, valves, and a government-furnished 20,000-gallon fiberglass storage tank. Payment for mobilization, trenching/plowing, and water system components is outlined, with reclamation costs subsumed under trenching/plowing. The project emphasizes environmental protection, safety, and adherence to all applicable codes and standards.

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is undertaking the Ash Creek Pipeline project in Prairie County, Montana, managed by the Miles City Field Office. This project involves the installation of a main pipeline and a Spur A, detailed with plans and profiles, and includes appurtenances like storage tanks, air valves, curb stops, and hydrants with pressure-reducing valves. Construction is slated between July 15th and December 1st, requiring a 5-foot top-of-pipe cover for pipelines and a 6-foot cover for appurtenances. All excavation requires prior notification to Montana 811. The project also details the installation of a 20,000-gallon fiberglass storage tank and specific guidelines for utility crossings. The overall project aims to modernize and enhance water infrastructure under strict federal and local compliance, prioritizing safety and efficient operation within the National System of Public Lands.

The document details specifications for a Montana Fiberglass 20,000-gallon underground storage tank designed for non-potable water. Key features include a 12-foot diameter and 26-foot length, with a total storage capacity of 20,304 gallons and an approximate weight of 4,846 pounds. The design specifies 2-inch inlet/overflow and vent connections, along with approximate locations for the inlet, vent, outlet, and manway. A 24-inch tall by 24-inch diameter manway is also indicated. The document emphasizes that the tank is strictly for non-potable water use. This information is critical for federal, state, and local RFPs, grants, or projects requiring large-scale non-potable water storage solutions.