GAOA Chimney Rock Paving in the San Juan National Forest
ID: 1240LT25R0042Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFOREST SERVICESan Juan National ForestDURANGO, CO, 81301, USA

NAICS

All Other Specialty Trade Contractors (238990)

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/f31951bd0cd14697991054d36c51a0c0/view
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    Description

    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the Forest Service, is soliciting proposals for the GAOA Chimney Rock Paving project located in the San Juan National Forest, Colorado. The project entails the removal and reuse of parking blocks, grading of the road subsurface, and installation of asphalt paving, adhering to specific plans and specifications. This initiative is crucial for maintaining access to the Chimney Rock National Monument and ensuring compliance with environmental and safety standards, particularly given the site's cultural significance. Interested small businesses must submit their offers by 12:00 PM Central Time on September 8, 2025, with a contract value estimated between $500,000 and $1,000,000; for further inquiries, contact Erick Plamann at erick.plamann@usda.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Erick Plamann
    erick.plamann@usda.gov
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    1240LT25R0042 A0001.pdf
    Amendment A0001 for solicitation 1240LT25R0042, issued by USDA-FS CSA Intermountain 8, serves to post Questions and Answers related to the original solicitation. The effective date of this amendment is August 7, 2025. This document specifies the methods by which offerors must acknowledge receipt of the amendment, including completing and returning copies, acknowledging on submitted offers, or via separate communication referencing the solicitation and amendment numbers. Failure to acknowledge receipt prior to the specified hour and date may result in the rejection of an offer. All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged.
    1240LT25R0042.pdf
    The USDA Forest Service is issuing Solicitation No. 1240LT25R0042, a Negotiated (RFP) type, for the GAOA Chimney Rock Paving project in the San Juan National Forest. This project, valued between $500,000 and $1,000,000, is set aside for 100% Small Business, and involves removing/reusing parking blocks, grading road subsurface, and installing asphalt paving per specifications (NAICS: 237310). The contractor must begin work within 10 calendar days and complete it within 60 calendar days after receiving notice to proceed. Offers are due by 12:00 PM Central Time on 09/08/2025, and must be submitted via email. Key attachments include the Statement of Work (SOW), technical specifications, maps, and wage determinations. The solicitation incorporates various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Department of Agriculture Acquisition Regulation (AGAR) clauses, including strict Buy American Act requirements for construction materials, and emphasizes specific instructions for technical and business/price proposals. Offers will be evaluated per Section M criteria, and offerors must have an active SAM registration.
    Attachment 1- SOI.pdf
    The USDA Forest Service Rocky Mountain Region's Schedule of Items outlines base and optional pay items for a project, including tasks such as removing/salvaging/replacing curb stops, road reconditioning/shaping/compaction, and asphalt concrete pavement. Each item is designated as a 'Lump Sum' with a quantity of 'ALL' and '1' unit. The document emphasizes that unit prices govern over total prices in case of discrepancies and advises referring to the plans for additional information regarding pay items and expectations. This document serves as a standard schedule for detailing work to be performed, unit prices, and amounts within a government procurement context.
    Attachment 2- SOW.pdf
    The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking a contractor for the GAOA Chimney Rock Paving project. This project involves removing and reusing parking blocks, preparing the road subsurface, and installing asphalt paving according to plans and specifications. The anticipated period of performance is from October 1, 2025, to December 1, 2025. The contractor is responsible for all travel requirements to and from the job site and must have a representative on-site with the authority to obligate time, materials, or costs when work is occurring. Security requirements dictate that the gate to the site must remain locked when the site is closed and can be unlocked during operating hours. No government-furnished supplies will be provided, and all deliverables are specified in the project specifications.
    Attachment 3-Chimeny Rock Paving - FSSS.pdf
    The "Chimney Rock Paving – Forest Service Supplemental Specifications (FSSS)" document, dated April 3rd, 2025, outlines the specific requirements for construction of National Forest System Roads under the San Juan National Forest. It modifies and supplements the standard FP-14 specifications adopted by the Forest Service. Key sections detail terms, definitions, scope of work, control of work and materials, and acceptance procedures. Notably, it clarifies definitions related to public works contracts and timber sale contracts, specifies government-provided material sources, and establishes rigorous standards for conformity and acceptance of work, including procedures for disputing test results. The document also addresses public traffic management, temporary road closures, and soil erosion control, emphasizing safety, environmental protection, and compliance with MUTCD. It provides detailed tolerances for construction survey and staking and outlines changes to road reconditioning specifications.
    Attachment 4- Maps and Plans.pdf
    The Chimney Rock Paving project, overseen by the United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service, outlines the paving of the entryway, entry road, and parking lot at Chimney Rock National Monument in Colorado. The project adheres to FP-14 specifications and involves removing and reinstalling curb stops, road shaping, reconditioning, compaction, and applying asphalt concrete pavement over a total area of 13,213 square yards. Key requirements include contractor responsibility for traffic control, adherence to specific site access dates (closed December 1st to March 15th, no public vehicle access before May 15th or after October 15th), and ensuring all construction activities occur within previously disturbed areas due to the site's cultural significance. Additionally, all interfaces with existing concrete areas must provide barrier-free access.
    Attachment 5- Wage Determination.pdf
    Q and A.pdf
    This government file addresses two key questions related to federal projects, likely RFPs or grants. The first question clarifies mix requirements, referencing "Specification: FP14: Section 401, Table 401-1, Design ESAL <0.3." The second question, regarding the availability of a map with scales, directs the inquirer to email Allen McCaw at Jerry.McCaw@usda.gov for assistance. This document serves to provide specific technical criteria and contact information for further inquiries concerning project specifications and mapping needs within a government context.
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