Pit Toilet Decommissioning
ID: 1240BK24Q0130Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFOREST SERVICEWILLAMETTE NATIONAL FORESTSPRINGFIELD, OR, 97477, USA

NAICS

Support Activities for Forestry (115310)

PSC

NATURAL RESOURCES/CONSERVATION- OTHER FOREST/RANGE IMPROVEMENTS (NON-CONSTRUCTION) (F018)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/4772757094d045d3b1aa7dcee9f08e94/view
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    Description

    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the Forest Service under the Willamette National Forest, is seeking qualified contractors for the decommissioning of pit toilets as part of a federal contract opportunity. The project involves the decommissioning of four pit toilets, as outlined in Amendment No. 001, which also introduces an optional line item for the Clear Lake toilet and provides detailed instructions on waste management and construction nuances. This service is crucial for maintaining the natural resources and conservation efforts within the national forest. Interested contractors can reach out to Lorenzo R Montoya at lorenzo.montoya@usda.gov or call 503-658-9537 for further details and to ensure compliance with the submission requirements. The solicitation number for this opportunity is 1240BK24Q0130.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Lorenzo R Montoya
    (503) 658-9537
    lorenzo.montoya@fs.fed.us
    Files
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    AMENDMENT 001.pdf
    This document is Amendment No. 001 related to the Pit Toilet Decommissioning project under the solicitation number 1240BK24Q0130. It outlines important procedural changes and clarifications regarding the project scope and submission requirements. The amendment modifies the quantity of pit toilets to decommission, reducing it from five to four, and introduces a new optional line item for the Clear Lake toilet. Contractors are instructed on how to acknowledge this amendment and submit quotes, detailing that human waste must be left during decommissioning while the construction materials are to be removed and disposed of properly. The document addresses specific contractor questions, providing guidance on issues like waste management, construction nuances of pit toilets, necessary plumbing adjustments, and clarifications on coordination requirements. It highlights the necessity for site visits for accurate assessment. The amendment emphasizes that while some timelines could adjust due to unusual weather, the government favors project completion within the specified timeframe. Communication updates regarding contracting officials are also included. Overall, the amendment serves as a critical communication tool to ensure clarity and compliance in the solicitation and contract modification process.
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