Forest Service - Groveland Storm Damage Repair
ID: 127EAW26R0002Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFOREST SERVICEUSDA-FS, CSA SOUTHWEST 6Albuquerque, NM, 871023498, USA

NAICS

Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction (237310)

PSC

REPAIR OR ALTERATION OF HIGHWAYS/ROADS/STREETS/BRIDGES/RAILWAYS (Z2LB)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/20fc6574859f4d7fb126b2e38fc575fc/view
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Department of Agriculture, through the Forest Service, is soliciting proposals for the Groveland Storm Damage Repair project located in the Stanislaus National Forest, California. This total small business set-aside contract, valued between $500,000 and $1,000,000, aims to repair landslides on two Forest roads, involving tasks such as constructing retaining structures, re-establishing road prisms, resurfacing, and implementing erosion control measures. The project is critical for restoring access and safety to the affected areas following damage from severe weather events in 2023. Proposals are due by January 12, 2026, at 11:00 AM PDT, with a mandatory site visit scheduled for January 6, 2026. Interested contractors should direct inquiries to Tanya Torres at tanya.torres@usda.gov and are required to adhere to various performance and bonding requirements throughout the project duration.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Tanya Torres
    tanya.torres@usda.gov
    Files
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    1. Statement Of Work.pdf
    The US Department of Agriculture is seeking a contractor for the Groveland Storm Damage Repair project on the Stanislaus National Forest. This project involves repairing landslides on two Forest roads (2S30 and 1S03) near Harden Flat, CA, which were damaged during the Winter and Spring of 2023 and are eligible for Emergency Relief for Federally Owned Roads (ERFO) funding. The scope of work includes constructing reinforced soil fills, re-establishing road prisms, resurfacing roads, and ancillary work like vegetation clearing, drainage system construction, and erosion control. The estimated start date is February 2026, with a 250-calendar-day performance period, subject to botany restrictions from March 1 to July 9, and an extended restriction from December 1 to August 15 for one site. The contractor is responsible for all labor, materials, equipment, permits, and security, and must provide key personnel including a Project Manager, Superintendent, Quality Control Manager, and Project Safety Manager.
    2. Schedule Of Items.docx
    The Groveland Storm Damage Repair project for the Stanislaus National Forest (Solicitation 127EAW26R0002) outlines a comprehensive schedule of items for storm damage remediation at three sites: Crocker Ridge (MP 2.16 and MP 6.82) and Sawmill Mountain (MP 10.9). Key tasks include mobilization, construction surveys, contractor sampling and testing, soil erosion and sediment control, and removal of asphalt. Major work involves extensive roadway excavation, installation of contractor-designed reinforced soil slopes and geogrid reinforcement, and application of aggregate surface course and asphalt concrete. Additionally, the project requires geocomposite underdrains, seeding, erosion control mats, permanent pavement markings, and temporary traffic control. All quantities are estimated, requiring contractor verification. A single award will be made, and contractors must provide pricing for all items. A bid bond is mandatory for proposals exceeding $150,000. Contractors must also submit company details, including contact information, UEI, and Tax ID, with their proposals.
    3. Specifications.pdf
    The “FOREST SERVICE SUPPLEMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS For GROVELAND STORM DAMAGE REPAIR” outlines the requirements for repairing Crocker Ridge Road and Sawmill Mountain Road in the Stanislaus National Forest. The document, part of federal government RFPs, federal grants, and state/local RFPs, details specifications for construction, materials, and project execution. Key sections include terms and definitions, bid and award procedures, scope of work, control of materials (emphasizing weed-free materials), and acceptance criteria. It also addresses legal relations, public safety, and environmental protection, particularly regarding surface water withdrawals and erosion control. The specifications cover excavation, embankment construction, and disposal of materials, with detailed requirements for compaction and finishing. The overall purpose is to ensure that repairs are conducted to Forest Service standards, maintaining safety, environmental integrity, and efficient project delivery.
    4. Project Plans.pdf
    The document details the Groveland Storm Damage Repair project within the Stanislaus National Forest, Groveland Ranger District, focusing on 2023 Emergency Relief for Federally Owned Roads (ERFO) repairs. The project addresses three sites: Crocker Ridge Road at MP 2.16 and MP 6.82, and Sawmill Mountain Road at MP 10.9. It outlines travel directions, a schedule of items, best management practices, and specific repair details for each site, including grading volumes, reinforced soil slope work, and drainage systems. Key project notes emphasize road closures during construction, traffic advisory signs, contractor safety plans, erosion control, spill prevention, and the use of approved water sources and material sites. Limited operation periods are specified for each site, restricting work during certain months. The document also provides detailed drawings for deadman, asphalt concrete paving, rolled erosion control, and drainage systems, highlighting compliance with FP-14 standards and manufacturer recommendations.
    5. Fire Plan.pdf
    This government file outlines a comprehensive fire plan for construction and service contracts, effective August 2, 2012, within delineated contract areas. It details contractor and Forest Service responsibilities for fire prevention and suppression, including specific equipment requirements during the Fire Precautionary Period (April 1 to December 1 in California). Contractors must provide designated fire supervisors, maintain fire tools, extinguishers, spark arresters, and mufflers, and adhere to power saw regulations. A tank truck/trailer or an approved Compressed Air Foam System (CAFS) with specific performance standards is mandatory. The plan also covers general provisions like compliance with state law, permit requirements for burning/welding, blasting procedures, smoking restrictions, storage area clearances, fire reporting protocols, communication systems, and fuel clearing. Emergency precautions are governed by Project Activity Levels (PAL), which dictate minimum requirements and restrictions based on fire danger ratings. The document includes a historical climatology chart of PAL values and a variance application/agreement for operating during high-risk 'Ev' levels, demonstrating a thorough approach to fire safety and risk mitigation in contract operations.
    6. Davis Bacon WD. CA20250018.pdf
    7. RFI Form.docx
    The Stanislaus National Forest issued a Request For Information (RFI) Form 127EAW26R0002 for the Groveland Storm Damage Repair project. This form is for submitting questions related to the solicitation, evaluation factors, statement of work, or technical data. All RFI submissions must be made in writing via an editable version of the form to Tanya.Torres@usda.gov, the Contracting Officer. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted. Responses to RFI questions will be posted as amendments to the solicitation on SAM.gov. Companies are required to provide their name, the submitter's name, the date of inquiry, and a phone number, along with their numbered questions.
    Pre-Solicitation - 127EAW26R0002 - Groveland Storm Damage Repair.pdf
    The USDA Forest Service has issued a pre-solicitation notice for the Groveland Storm Damage Repair project in Stanislaus National Forest, Tuolumne County, California. This project, identified as 127EAW26R0002, is a total small business set-aside construction initiative with an estimated value between $500,000 and $1,000,000. The scope of work involves comprehensive construction services to remediate landslides on two forest roads (2S30 and 1S03) near Harden Flat, CA. This includes building retaining structures, re-establishing road prisms, resurfacing roads, clearing vegetation, and implementing drainage and erosion control systems. The contract duration is anticipated to be 250 calendar days, with work commencing in January 2026. The solicitation, including specifications and drawings, is tentatively scheduled for posting on SAM.gov around December 5, 2025. Interested contractors must be registered in SAM.gov to be eligible for award.
    Solicitation 127EAW26R0002 - Groveland Storm Damage Repair.pdf
    The USDA Forest Service has issued Solicitation No. 127EAW26R0002 for the Groveland Storm Damage Repair project in Stanislaus National Forest, California. This total small business set-aside construction project, valued between $500,000 and $1,000,000, involves repairing landslides on two Forest roads. The scope includes constructing retaining structures, re-establishing road prisms, resurfacing, and ancillary tasks like vegetation clearing, drainage, and erosion control. Proposals are due by January 12, 2026, at 11:00 AM PDT via email to Tanya Torres, who can also address RFIs until January 7, 2026. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for January 6, 2026. Contractors must commence work within 10 days of receiving a notice to proceed and complete it within 250 calendar days. Performance and payment bonds are required for projects exceeding $150,000, and all invoices must be submitted through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP). Key personnel, insurance, and adherence to various FAR and AGAR clauses are also stipulated.
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