Flathead National Forest - Condon Bunkhouse Maintenance Repairs
ID: 1240LU26Q0007Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFOREST SERVICEUSDA-FS, CSA INTERMOUNTAIN 9Ogden, UT, 844012310, USA

NAICS

Finish Carpentry Contractors (238350)

PSC

MAINTENANCE OF OTHER ADMINISTRATIVE FACILITIES AND SERVICE BUILDINGS (Z1AZ)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/9adebd77787d4c819d102ce6550bf254/view
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    Description

    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the Forest Service, is soliciting bids for maintenance and repair work on the Condon Bunkhouse located in the Flathead National Forest, Montana. The project, designated as RFQ #1240LU26Q0007, involves extensive repairs including drywall installation, painting, and flooring refinishing, with a focus on addressing flood damage in the residence. This opportunity is set aside for small businesses under the NAICS code 238350 (Finish Carpentry Contractors) and is valued between $100,000 and $250,000. Interested contractors must submit their quotes by January 29, 2026, at 4:00 PM MST, and are encouraged to attend a site visit scheduled for January 22, 2026. For further inquiries, contact Lisa Rakich at lisa.rakich@usda.gov or Patrick Siers at patrick.siers@usda.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Lisa Rakich
    lisa.rakich@usda.gov
    Patrick Siers
    patrick.siers@usda.gov
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    Attachment 1 - Solicitation Terms and Conditions_RFQ1240LU26Q0007.pdf
    The solicitation, 1240LU26Q0007, is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for maintenance and repairs on the Condon Bunkhouse Updates project on the Flathead National Forest in Condon, MT. This project, set aside for small business concerns, is valued between $100,000 and $250,000 and falls under NAICS code 238350 Finish Carpentry Contractors. The work involves repainting and repairs to floors, walls, and ceilings in two bunkhouses and one residence, including flood repairs in the residence. Contractors must provide all necessary personnel, equipment, tools, and materials for tasks such as cleaning, gypsum board installation, painting, and flooring. Key attachments include the Schedule of Items, Statement of Work, Drawings and Photos, and Davis Bacon Wage Determination. Quotes are due by January 29, 2026, at 4:00 PM MST, with a site visit scheduled for January 22, 2026. Award will be a Firm Fixed Price contract based on a comparative evaluation of experience, technical approach, and price, with significant emphasis on past performance and adherence to various FAR and AGAR clauses, including those related to anti-discrimination and progress payments.
    Attachment 2- ScheduleOfItems.pdf
    The document is a Schedule of Items for the Condon Bunkhouse Maintenance Repairs (Solicitation # 1240LU26Q0007), outlining various repair services required. It details five items: Mobilization, Painting, Sheetrock Gypsum Board Repairs, Hardwood Floor Re-finishing, and Vinyl Flooring, each with a specified unit of measure and estimated quantity. The solicitation mandates quoting on all items and requires vendors to be registered in the SAM.gov database to submit pricing. The term "LUMP SUM QUANTITIES (LSQ)" is defined as one complete unit of work including necessary materials, equipment, and labor. Vendors are directed to Specification section 011250 – Measurement & Payment for full definitions of the items.
    Attachment 3 - Statement of Work SPECS.pdf
    This government solicitation, 1240LU26Q0007, outlines maintenance and repair work for two bunkhouses and one residence at the US Forest Service's Condon, MT work center. The project, titled "GAOA Condon Bunkhouses Maintenance Repairs," primarily involves repainting, floor, wall, and ceiling repairs, including flood damage. The contractor will provide all necessary personnel, equipment, materials, and supervision for tasks such as cleaning, gypsum board installation, interior and exterior painting, and linoleum and maple floor installation/refinishing. The document details specific paint types, finishes, and application methods, with particular attention to lead-based paint (LBP) hazards, requiring a Health and Safety Plan and adherence to OSHA and EPA regulations. The project also includes site visits, a preconstruction conference, a 60-day performance period, and various submittal requirements like a quality control plan and test reports. All work must comply with federal, state, and local safety and environmental regulations, including proper waste disposal.
    Attachment 4 - Drawings Photos.pdf
    The document outlines deferred maintenance for GAOA Condon Housing within the Flathead National Forest, Swan Lake Ranger District in Missoula County, Montana. The project focuses on drywall repair and painting for House #3, Bunkhouse "A", and Bunkhouse "B". Specific tasks include installing gypsum board, repairing damaged drywall and ceilings, and prepping and painting all interior surfaces (walls, ceilings, doors, closets, trim, windows, moldings, bulkheads/cellar ways, and basement walls). Additionally, approximately 12.5 square feet of hardwood maple flooring will be sanded and refinished in House #3, and about 35 square feet of single-sheet TrafficMaster or Mohawk Stone or Stone tile texture flooring will be installed in Bunkhouse "B". The document also provides detailed travel directions to the US Forest Service Work Center in Condon, MT, and an index of sheets, including floorplans and photos of the affected housing units.
    Attachment 5 - DB_WageDetermination_Building.pdf
    General Decision Number MT20250063 provides prevailing wage rates for building construction projects in Missoula County, Montana, excluding single-family homes and apartments up to four stories. The document, updated on December 12, 2025, lists various craft classifications like Insulator, Boilermaker, Bricklayer, Carpenter, Electrician, and Laborer, along with their hourly rates and fringes. It defines travel zones for certain occupations, which adjust pay based on distance from specified county courthouses. Additionally, the file references Executive Orders 13706 and 13658, detailing requirements for paid sick leave and minimum wage for federal contractors, respectively. It also outlines procedures for adding unlisted classifications and appealing wage determinations, clarifying identifiers for union, weighted union average, and survey rates.
    Attachment 6_PastPerformanceQuestionnaire.pdf
    The USDA Forest Service's Request for Quotation (RFQ) #1240LU26Q0007, for Condon Bunkhouse Maintenance Repairs, outlines a performance questionnaire for prospective contractors. This document requires detailed information about a contractor's business structure, years of experience as both prime and/or sub-contractor, and a list of projects completed within the last three years. It also asks about concurrent contractual commitments and whether the firm has ever failed to complete work or had work completed by performance bond. Contractors must provide a technical approach narrative, estimated progress rates for specific work items (mobilization, painting, sheetrock repair, hardwood floor refinishing, vinyl flooring), and the experience of principal individuals involved in the contract. The RFQ emphasizes the need for additional information to evaluate a contractor's ability to successfully complete the project, concluding with a certification section for the certifying official.
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