Durkee & Town Gulch Range-Wildlife Fence Repair/Construction

This federal contract amendment (Amendment 0002) for solicitation 1240BH26Q0024, issued by the USDA Forest Service (Northwest 6), updates solicitation documents and provides vendor clarifications for a fencing construction project. To accommodate these updates, the proposal submission deadline has been extended to July 22, 2026, with a period of performance spanning August 14, 2026, to October 1, 2027. Key revisions include updated terms and conditions, schedules of items, solicitation details, and a newly added reference document for reflective markers (Attachment 7.1). The amendment also provides critical vendor clarifications: - **Materials and Construction:** Sliding gates are required for the four aspen enclosures. Vinyl undersill trim (vinyl siding trim) or approved commercial alternatives are acceptable for reflective wildlife markers. - **Equipment Restrictions:** Heavy equipment, including skid steers, is prohibited along the fence line, though contractors may request case-by-case approval to use them for staging materials at approved access points. UTVs and ATVs are permitted along the right-of-way but require approval for off-road use. Drill stem pipe is approved as an alternative to wood braces. - **Contract Administration:** Progress payments may be requested for on-site or approved off-site materials. Performance and payment bonds are required. Additionally, construction on federal land is exempt from Oregon Construction Contractors Board licensing. - **Schedule:** Contractors may pause operations during winter or seasonal closures and resume in the spring, provided all work is completed by the October 1, 2027, deadline.

This federal solicitation (1240BH26Q0024) is issued by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service for the Durkee and Town Gulch Range/Wildlife Fence Repair and Construction project on the Wallowa Whitman National Forest. The scope of work includes removing existing fences and associated materials—such as wire, staples, and metal T-posts—and repairing or constructing range and wildlife-friendly fences. The procurement is structured as a 100% total small business set-aside. The government intends to award a single, firm-fixed-price contract to the acceptable offeror providing pricing for all required items. Technical requirements are detailed across 16 attachments, which include interagency fence specifications, design guides, project maps, and a fire protection plan. As a commercial construction acquisition, the solicitation incorporates key Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Agriculture Acquisition Regulation (AGAR) clauses. Notably, it includes AGAR 452.203-71, which mandates strict compliance with federal anti-discrimination laws and equal protection principles as a material condition for contract payment. Additionally, AGAR 452.232-71 outlines the specific requirements, certifications, and retainage terms governing progress payments. Proposers must submit a bid guarantee (SF24) and past performance documentation. The document also establishes a two-tier agency protest procedure, encouraging initial informal resolution with the Contracting Officer before escalating to a formal agency-level protest.

This federal solicitation (1240BH26Q0024) is for the Durkee and Town Gulch Fence Repair and Construction project on the Whitman Ranger District of the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest in Baker County, Oregon. The scope of work involves post-fire cleanup, right-of-way preparation, and construction across several prioritized locations. The base contract items include rebuilding approximately 19.94 miles of 3-strand and 4-strand range fences, alongside constructing 3,760 feet of Buck and Pole fences for Town Gulch Aspen Enclosures. An optional contract line item covers approximately 9.9 miles of reflective fence markers (vinyl undersill trim) either with or without reflective tape for the Durkee range fences. Key administrative and technical requirements include: * **Payment Terms:** Payments are based on actual work performed, using on-the-ground GPS verification to determine final installation distances. * **Bonding:** A 20% bid bond, plus 100% performance and payment bonds, are required for any offers or individual awards exceeding $150,000. * **Domestic Source Requirements:** Any construction materials composed wholly or predominantly of iron or steel must contain less than 5% foreign iron and steel by cost, with mandatory manufacturer certification of origin. * **Registration:** Offerors must have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) database at the time of proposal submission, award, and throughout the contract performance period to be considered for selection.

This federal solicitation (1240BH26Q0024) is for the repair, removal, and construction of fire-damaged range fences and aspen fence exclosures within the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest. Valued between $500,000 and $850,000, the project includes clearing fence-line rights-of-way, installing three- and four-strand barbed wire, and constructing buck-and-pole fencing. The contract is scheduled to begin on or before August 14, 2026, with a final completion deadline of October 1, 2027. Contractors must transport all materials, perform final cleanup, and navigate remote sites using off-road capable vehicles where necessary, as heavy equipment is prohibited. Strict environmental and operational regulations apply. Equipment must be power-washed and inspected for noxious weeds before entering national forest lands. Contractors must prevent soil and water contamination, use oil-absorbing mats under stationary equipment, and halt work if archaeological sites are discovered. Additionally, the contractor is responsible for providing their own camping, sanitation, and utility facilities. No formal site visit is scheduled, but a virtual post-award conference will be held via Microsoft Teams within 15 days of award. Contractors must maintain specific insurance coverage, including workers' compensation, general liability of at least $500,000 per occurrence, and automobile liability. Payment and performance bonds will be retained for one year post-acceptance.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service has issued solicitation number 1240BH26Q0024 for the Durkee and Town Gulch Post-Fire Range and Wildlife Fence Repair and Construction project on the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest. This acquisition is a 100% total small business set-aside. The primary scope of work involves range and wildlife fence repair and construction, with an optional line item for reflective vinyl undersill trim fence markers. To be eligible for award, offerors must submit their quotations via email to Susie Felton at susie.felton@usda.gov by July 20, 2026, at 4:30 PM PST. Submission packages must include a signed Standard Form 1442, a completed Schedule of Items, a technical response, and any acknowledged solicitation amendments. The performance period is scheduled to begin on August 1, 2026, and must be completed by October 1, 2027. The government will evaluate proposals using the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection process. Technical acceptability will be determined based on an evaluation of the offeror's similar project experience and proposed technical approach, which must include work schedules, equipment lists, and subcontractor roles. Past performance from the last six years will also be evaluated and rated as acceptable, neutral, or unacceptable. Questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted by July 16, 2026.

This guide, modified by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) from a U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service design, outlines instructions for constructing and installing fence markers. The primary purpose of these markers is to reduce wildlife collisions and mortality, particularly for species like the Greater Sage-grouse and Lesser Prairie-Chicken. The document details a simple fabrication process using vinyl under-sill house siding trim and all-weather reflective foil tape. These materials are assembled, cut into two- to three-inch pieces using a miter saw or tin snips, and snapped onto the top wires of barbed fences at three-foot intervals. Installers should alternate the direction of the reflective tape to ensure visibility from both sides of the fence. This cost-effective conservation solution is supported by wildlife biology research demonstrating its effectiveness in mitigating avian collisions with fencing infrastructure.

This federal solicitation amendment (1240BH26Q0024-0001), issued by the USDA Forest Service CSA Northwest 6, clarifies vendor questions for a fencing project with a period of performance from August 1, 2026, to October 1, 2027. All future inquiries must be submitted by July 16, 2026, while the proposal due date remains unchanged. Key clarifications provided in the Q&A include: - **Equipment & Access:** UTVs and ATVs are permitted along the right-of-way for clearing and construction, but off-road or cross-country motorized use requires advance written approval. Contractors must independently coordinate site visits and can apply for Forest Service Road Entry Permits for closed roads. No additional coordinates, elevation ranges, or KMZ files will be provided. - **Operations & Payments:** Camping, pack stock grazing, and staging require written permission from the CO/COR. Progress payments are available upon the completion, inspection, and approval of each priority area. - **Project Limits & Materials:** Fence alignments and flagging will be established after contract award. Contractors must furnish all project materials. Existing wire fence materials, including metal T-posts, must be fully removed and disposed of off-site, while untreated wood may be left on-site to decompose. Material substitutions may be approved by the CO/COR. - **Restrictions:** No wildlife, seasonal, or fire restrictions currently apply, though weather and Industrial Fire Precaution Levels (IFPL) may impact operations. Contractors are advised to monitor SAM.gov for any further updates.

This document consists of a series of geospatial reference maps produced by the USDA Forest Service for the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest, located in the Pacific Northwest Region. The maps detail post-fire recovery and repair planning following the 2024 Town Gulch and Durkee Fires. The primary focus of these maps is the planning and placement of post-fire Aspen Enclosures to protect vulnerable aspen populations. The project outlines a total of 3,859 feet of enclosure perimeters distributed across several designated sites, including: - Aspen Rd 77111 (1,167.9 feet) - Aspen Summit Creek Rd (564.79 feet) - Aspen Rd 7741 (1,071.8 feet) - Aspen Skull Creek (1,054.3 feet) Key map features and legends identify the fire perimeters, national forest boundaries, wilderness areas, state lands, and an extensive road network categorized by highway, major, arterial, collector, local, and off-forest roads. Prepared using the NAD 1983 USFS R6 Albers coordinate system, these GIS products serve as crucial technical references for contractors and land managers involved in federal post-fire ecological restoration and infrastructure repair solicitations.

This USDA Forest Service Statement of Work outlines requirements for the Durkee and Town Gulch Post-Fire Range and Wildlife Fence Repair and Construction project on the Whitman Ranger District, Wallowa Whitman National Forest. The project's purpose is to restore grazing management and protect aspen groves following summer 2024 wildfires. The contractor must supply all materials, equipment, and labor to clear the fence line Right of Way (ROW) to an 8-foot width and remove and dispose of fire-damaged fencing. The scope of work includes constructing three- or four-strand barbed wire fences and replacing previous wire fences with buck and pole structures at designated locations. All construction must adhere to strict Forest Service specifications. Wire fences require specific spacing, steel T-posts, stays, H-braces, and rock or line jacks. Specific wildlife-friendly modifications, such as smooth bottom wires and visibility markers, are required for the Durkee area to protect local wildlife. Buck and pole fences require specific pole spacing, notched bucks, and structural bracing to withstand snow loads. The contractor is responsible for transporting all materials and disposing of all construction debris. A designated representative must be available daily when work is actively in progress.

This USDA Forest Service Fire Plan (Form R6-FS-6300-55) is a standard contract document used to establish fire prevention and suppression protocols for forestry projects. It outlines the mutual responsibilities of the contractor and the Forest Service, requiring the contractor to take immediate, reasonable action to detect and suppress fires within the project area. The plan requires the designation of key personnel, including fireguards, contractor representatives, and Forest Service contacts. Additionally, it details operational rules regarding employee smoking and open fires, which require written authorization. Finally, the form serves to inventory the contractor's available firefighting personnel, their specific qualifications, and mobilization equipment, culminating in a jointly signed agreement to ensure readiness and regulatory compliance.

This USDA Forest Service document outlines mandatory fire protection and suppression requirements for contractors, permittees, licensees, and purchasers operating within the Pacific Northwest Region. Effective annually from April 1 to October 31, these regulations aim to prevent and control wildfires during the designated fire period and closed season. Contractors must cooperate with the Contracting Officer to establish a project-specific fire plan, certify compliance before starting operations, and adhere to state forest fire laws. Under these guidelines, smoking is heavily restricted, and all power-driven equipment, trucks, and gasoline power saws must be equipped with specific, serviceable fire tools, spark arresters, mufflers, and fire extinguishers. The document details the Industrial Fire Precaution Level (IFPL) system, which establishes four levels of operational restrictions based on fire danger, ranging from Level I (requiring a fire watch) to Level IV (general shutdown). Contractors must monitor the daily IFPL rating and may apply for written waivers under specific safety conditions. Additional requirements include maintaining a dedicated, red-painted "Fire Tools" box stocked with axes, Pulaskis, hoes, and shovels, and providing a designated fire security person to monitor the area for at least one hour post-operation. Lastly, contractors must supply a functional 300-gallon tank truck or trailer during active yarding, loading, or clearing operations, and possess reliable, FCC-compliant two-way communication systems to report any detected fires to the Forest Service within 15 minutes.

This document is Standard Form 24 (SF 24, Revised 10/2023), a federally authorized Bid Bond form prescribed by the General Services Administration (GSA) under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). It is utilized in government procurement when a bid guaranty is required for construction, supplies, or services contracts. The bond establishes a legal obligation where the Principal (bidder) and Corporate or Individual Surety(ies) joint-and-severally bind themselves to the United States of America for a specified penal sum. This obligation ensures that if the Government accepts the Principal's bid, the Principal will execute the required contract documents and provide performance/payment bonds within the designated timeframe (typically 10 days). If the Principal fails to comply, the bond guarantees payment to the Government for any excess costs incurred in procuring the work elsewhere. The form provides structured sections to detail the execution date, bid identification, penal sum (either as a percentage of the bid or a fixed amount), and authorized signatures for principals and sureties. It accommodates multiple corporate co-sureties (Sureties A through G) and individual sureties, requiring corporate seals and adherence to the Department of the Treasury’s approved list. Standard instructions outline compliance guidelines, signature authority requirements, liability limits, and the Paperwork Reduction Act burden estimate.

This document is a Past Performance and Experience Submittal Form used in government procurement. The form provides a standardized template for offerors to submit reference information for up to four past projects. For each project, offerors must detail the client agency or company, a point of contact (name, phone, and email), performance dates, the contract name and number, the total dollar value, and a description of the type of work performed. This form is designed to help evaluating agencies assess a bidder's relevant experience and past performance.

This document is a Certificate of Materials Origin template for Contract No. 1240BH26, associated with the "Durkee & Town Gulch Range/Wildlife Fence Repair and Construction" project. Its primary purpose is to establish and verify the source of iron and steel materials used in the project to ensure compliance with domestic manufacturing requirements. The form requires contractors, subcontractors, or suppliers to declare and certify the origin of all subject materials. It distinguishes between domestic materials—certifying that all manufacturing processes, including protective coatings, occurred within the United States—and foreign materials (or those of unknown origin). Key fields on the form require the disclosure of domestic and foreign material descriptions, sources, and values, including a cumulative value for foreign materials. By signing the document, the authorized representative declares under penalty of perjury under federal law that the source information is accurate. Additionally, the contractor must furnish manufacturers' certificates to the Contracting Officer Representative and submit a new certificate if any information changes or for subsequent shipments.

This document is a federal Davis-Bacon Act Wage Determination (General Decision Number OR20260080) for heavy construction projects in the Oregon counties of Baker, Crook, Gilliam, Harney, Lake, Sherman, Wallowa, and Wheeler, excluding dredging. The determination lists prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for various labor classifications required on federal or federally assisted construction contracts. Key trades detailed in the document include millwrights, carpenters, electricians, power equipment operators, ironworkers, laborers, painters, and plumbers/pipefitters, alongside general classifications like truck drivers and operators. Additionally, the document outlines compliance mandates for Executive Order 13706 regarding paid sick leave and Executive Order 13658 regarding minimum wage requirements for federal contractors. It explains the methodology behind wage rate identifiers—including union, survey, and state-adopted rates—and provides a step-by-step appeals process for disputing or requesting changes to the published wage determinations through the U.S. Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division.

This government technical handbook, prepared by the USDA Forest Service Missoula Technology and Development Center for the Vegetative Rehabilitation and Equipment Workshop (VREW), provides comprehensive guidelines for planning, designing, and constructing resource management fences. Intended for private, federal, and state rangeland managers, the document serves as a standardized reference for controlling livestock and wildlife movement while minimizing environmental and visual impacts. The guide outlines a systematic 16-step fencing workflow, beginning with multi-agency and landowner coordination, site analysis, and right-of-way clearance, and ending with structural installation. Detailed design matrices match specific fence types—including conventional barbed wire, high-tensile smooth wire, electric, and various wood fences—to site-specific conditions such as sandy, rocky, or marshy soils, steep terrain, heavy snowfall, and wildlife migration corridors. Crucial structural components are emphasized, particularly corners and brace assemblies (horizontal, diagonal, straddle jacks, and rock cribs), which dictate a fence's tension and longevity. The manual provides precise engineering schematics and step-by-step instructions for anchoring, post-driving, and wire-splicing. Additionally, it highlights rigorous safety protocols for construction crews, including protective gear requirements, safe handling of chemically treated wood, and mandatory lightning-grounding procedures for all wire fences. This handbook consolidates scattered agency standards into a single, cohesive resource to ensure cost-effective, durable, and environmentally compliant rangeland infrastructure.

This technical document provides detailed construction specifications and engineering drawings for building a Buck and Pole Fence, commonly utilized in federal, state, and local land management or forestry projects. The guide outlines precise material dimensions and assembly instructions, specifying that upright posts must be 7 feet long and 5 to 8 inches in diameter, with 12-foot rails spaced 12 inches apart. It details a specific A-frame pattern utilizing a plywood template and bracing to notch posts snugly at one-third of their diameter. Additional structural requirements include a 6-foot bottom cross piece spiked with 60D spikes and a back rail placed between every other set of bucks to increase stability. Finally, the document provides design schematics for an integrated sliding gate utilizing 4-foot holding poles and 12-foot sliding poles to allow for easy access.

The Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks’ publication, "How to Build Fence with Wildlife in Mind," serves as a practical guide for landowners, land managers, and government agencies to construct and modify fences that balance agricultural needs with wildlife conservation. The manual addresses the ecological and physical hazards conventional fences pose to big game and low-flying birds, backed by research demonstrating high mortality rates from animal entanglement and herd separation. To mitigate these issues, the guide outlines specifications for "ideal" wildlife-friendly fences. Key design recommendations include maintaining a maximum top-wire height of 40 to 42 inches to allow adult animals to jump over, keeping a minimum 12-inch gap between the top two wires to prevent leg snagging, and ensuring a smooth bottom wire at least 16 to 18 inches above the ground so young animals and pronghorn can crawl underneath. The document details specialized, field-tested configurations tailored to varying land uses. For low-impact or seasonal areas, it suggests 3-strand smooth wire, post-and-rail, and moveable electric fences. For high-use livestock operations, options like 4-strand barbed wire, combination smooth/barbed wire, wire suspension, and 3-wire high-tensile electric fences are recommended. Additionally, the guide emphasizes the importance of fence visibility, advising the use of vinyl markers to reduce avian collisions—particularly for sage-grouse—and proper fence placement along natural topographical contours to avoid creating migratory barriers.

This document contains a series of geographic information system (GIS) maps detailing the 2024 Town Gulch Fire and Durkee Fire Post-Fire Repair efforts within the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest, located in the Pacific Northwest Region. Specifically, the maps outline the "Post Wildfire Range Improvement Repairs" project, which focuses on repairing priority fences damaged by the wildfire across several allotments, including Haney Gulch, Boulder Creek, Eagle Valley, and Trouble Gulch. The project prioritizes repairs for a total of 10.0 miles of fencing, categorized into three distinct priority levels: * **1st Priority Fences (4.2 miles total):** Consists of 3.5 miles on the Cow/Bear Bernard Interior and 0.72 miles along the South Boundary. * **2nd Priority Fences (3.5 miles total):** Consists of 1.48 miles on the Cow/Bear Bernard Interior and 2.04 miles along the South Boundary. * **3rd Priority Fences (2.3 miles total):** Consists of repairs along the East Boundary. Produced by the USDA Forest Service and dated June 9, 2026, these maps serve as spatial reference guides for contractors and agency personnel to locate, plan, and execute targeted post-wildfire range infrastructure recovery and fence restoration.

This document consists of official geospatial maps and project details for the 2024 Town Gulch and Durkee Fire Post-Fire Repair initiatives within the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest, managed by the USDA Forest Service (Pacific Northwest Region). Specifically, the maps outline the "2024 Durkee Fire Post Wildfire Range Improvement Repairs" project, which targets post-fire recovery and infrastructure restoration. The primary scope of work involves repairing critical range fences damaged by the wildfire across the Auburn and Bridgeport Allotments. The project categorizes and maps out two levels of priority for these repairs: - **1st Priority Fence Repairs:** Covering 4.3 miles of fence line, including critical sections like the Dark Canyon Interior, Dark Canyon Interior SE Boundary, and N Boundary. - **2nd Priority Fence Repairs:** Covering 5.6 miles of fence line, including the French Interior and other designated segments. Additionally, the maps detail regional geography, including local roads (Interstate 84, US/State highways, and open roads), the overall fire perimeter, national forest and wilderness boundaries, and hydrological features such as the Burnt River, Auburn Creek, and various intermittent or perennial streams. This geospatial data serves as the foundational planning framework for contractors and agency personnel executing post-fire infrastructure and range stabilization efforts.

This federal solicitation (1240BH26Q0024) is issued by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service for the Durkee & Town Gulch Range/Wildlife Fence Repair and Construction project on the Wallowa Whitman National Forest. The scope of work involves removing existing fencing, metal wires, staples, and T-posts, followed by the repair and construction of new range and wildlife-friendly fences. The procurement is designated as a 100% total small business set-aside with the intent to award a single, firm-fixed-price commercial construction contract. Key requirements include compliance with the Buy American Act for construction materials, performance and payment bonding, and adherence to USDA's Industrial Fire Precautions Schedule (IFPL). Special contract provisions incorporate recent federal and agency-specific terms. These include strict anti-discrimination and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) compliance certifications under AGAR 452.203-70, and comprehensive unenforceable supplier terms (AGAR 452.203-72) that restrict unilateral vendor agreements, automated decision-making, and AI training on government data. Additionally, the document outlines structured progress payment terms, contract closeout procedures for deobligating remaining funds, and a two-tier agency protest process encouraging initial resolution directly through the Contracting Officer. Evaluation criteria, detailed specifications, and project maps are provided in the accompanying solicitation attachments.

This document is the Schedule of Items for solicitation 1240BH26Q0024, issued by the U.S. Forest Service for the Durkee and Town Gulch Fence Repair and Construction project. Located within the Whitman Ranger District of the Wallowa Whitman National Forest in Baker County, Oregon, the project consists of base and optional line items for post-fire cleanup and fence restoration. The base contract (Line Item 0001) covers post-fire material cleanup, right-of-way preparation, and the construction of approximately 19.12 miles of three- and four-strand range fences, alongside 3,760 feet of buck and pole structures for aspen enclosures. These tasks are prioritized across multiple sectors in the Durkee and Town Gulch areas. Contract Line Item 1001 contains options for installing approximately 9.9 miles of reflective fence markers (vinyl undersill trim) with or without reflective tape. Key schedule requirements include: - Payments will be based on actual on-the-ground GPS-verified distances. - Bid bonds (20%) and performance/payment bonds (100% each) are mandatory for bids exceeding $150,000. - Construction materials containing iron or steel must consist of less than 5% foreign components by cost, requiring domestic origin certification. - Prospective contractors must have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) at the time of submission and throughout contract performance.

This federal solicitation (1240BH26Q0024) is for the Durkee & Town Gulch Range/Wildlife Fence Repair and Construction project within the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest in Oregon. The project’s primary purpose is to remove, construct, and reconstruct fire-damaged range fences and aspen fence exclosures. The contract magnitude is estimated between $500,000 and $850,000, with an estimated start date on or before August 3, 2026, and a final completion deadline of October 1, 2027. The scope of work includes providing new materials, clearing fence-line rights-of-way, and constructing 3 and 4-strand barbed wire and buck-and-pole fencing to Forest Service specifications. Heavy equipment is prohibited; instead, work must be completed using manual tools, ATVs, UTVs, or pack stock. Contractors must adhere to strict environmental and operational guidelines. This includes power-washing all equipment prior to entry to prevent the spread of listed Oregon noxious weeds, using oil-absorbing mats under stationary equipment, and preventing water pollution. Additionally, the contractor is responsible for mobilizing to remote locations, providing their own sanitary facilities and water, complying with road-use permits, and performing final cleanup. The government will conduct visual inspections to ensure compliance, and performance and payment bonds will be retained for one year following project acceptance.