AK USFS Chug1004 9(1), Vagt Lake Trailhead
ID: 69056724B000024Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION690567 WESTERN FEDERAL LANDS DIVVANCOUVER, WA, 98661, USA

NAICS

Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction (237310)

PSC

CONSTRUCTION OF HIGHWAYS, ROADS, STREETS, BRIDGES, AND RAILWAYS (Y1LB)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/fe9d071454d744c6a46be1f9f5f845aa/view
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    Description

    The Department of Transportation, specifically the Federal Highway Administration, is seeking qualified contractors for the Vagt Lake Trailhead project located in the Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska. The project involves excavation, grading, installation of a vault toilet, concrete work for ADA-compliant parking and walkways, and sign installation over a length of 0.13 miles. This initiative aims to enhance recreational access and ensure environmental conservation in the Chugach National Forest, aligning with federal infrastructure development goals. The contract is a sealed bid, firm-fixed-price type, with an estimated price range between $700,000 and $2,000,000, and is set to be solicited in winter 2024/2025. Interested vendors can contact the Contracts G. Office at wfl.contracts@dot.gov or call 360-619-7520 for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Contracts G. Office
    (360) 619-7520
    wfl.contracts@dot.gov
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    cnf00901_Vagt_Lake_Plans_Pre-Ad.pdf
    The document outlines the proposed construction and design plans for the Vagt Lake Trailhead project located within the Chugach National Forest, managed by the U.S. Forest Service in collaboration with the Federal Highway Administration. The project focuses on constructing access roads, parking areas, and facilities at Vagt Lake, with a special emphasis on accessibility and environmental conservation. It includes detailed specifications for roadway dimensions, drainage systems, erosion control measures, and the installation of amenities like vault toilets and informational kiosks. Various sections provide site layouts, grading plans, and quantification of materials needed for construction, highlighting compliance with applicable standards, such as the Alaska Department of Transportation's gradation specifications. This initiative aims to enhance recreational access, ensure safety, and preserve the surrounding ecosystem, aligning with federal infrastructure development goals under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. Overall, the documentation serves as a critical guide for stakeholders involved in the planning and construction phases of the project.
    PROJECT DESCRIPTION_AK USFS Chug1004 9(1).pdf
    The project outlined in this document involves the construction and enhancement of Vagt Lake Trailhead in Chugach National Forest, Kenai Peninsula, Alaska. Key tasks include excavation, grading, installation of a vault toilet, concrete work for ADA parking and walkways, sign installation, and other minor constructions over a project length of 0.133 miles. The estimated cost ranges from $700,000 to $2,000,000, with a target completion date in Fall 2025, pending the formal solicitation date. Works include significant earthworks, erosion control measures, installation of aggregate and concrete structures, and various incidental constructions such as signage and pavement markings. The project emphasizes quality control, environmental safety, and adherence to municipal and federal construction standards. This RFP aims to attract qualified contractors to ensure the successful development of the trailhead, enhancing accessibility and promoting recreation in the national forest. The document comprehensively outlines material requirements and construction activities, serving as a critical guideline for prospective bidders interested in the federal grant funding.
    Vagt Lake Trailhead Prelim Letter -Vagt_2024.08.26.pdf
    The Western Federal Lands Highway Division is announcing a solicitation for the Vagt Lake Trailhead project located on the Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska, under Solicitation No. 69056724B000024. The project entails excavation, grading, vault toilet installation, and concrete work for ADA-compliant parking and walkways, alongside sign installation. An optional material source known as the Milepost 35 Pit is also available for unclassified borrow and aggregate, which the contractor can utilize without charge, provided they conduct necessary clearing and crushing. Prospective bidders are encouraged to assess project conditions during fall 2024, as winter weather may restrict access. Technical inquiries should be directed via email, and general questions can be addressed through provided contact details. Full solicitation documents will be accessible in winter 2024/2025, with updates available on the SAM website. This notice serves to inform contractors about the upcoming bidding opportunity and the requirements for project participation.
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