GAOA Timberlane Campground Reconstruction
ID: 1240LU25R0019Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFOREST SERVICEKOOTENAI NATIONAL FORESTLIBBY, MT, 59923, USA

NAICS

Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction (237990)

PSC

MAINTENANCE OF RECREATION FACILITIES (NON-BUILDING) (Z1PA)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/23d24e4983a145d38c8f572d906dda0a/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service is soliciting proposals for the GAOA Timberlane Campground Reconstruction project located in Libby, Montana. This initiative aims to reconstruct various camping facilities, roads, and parking areas within the Timberlane Campground, with a project magnitude estimated between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000. The reconstruction is crucial for enhancing recreational access while ensuring compliance with environmental standards and safety protocols. Proposals are due by October 10, 2025, and all inquiries must be submitted by September 17, 2025. Interested contractors can reach out to Paula Sales at paula.sales@usda.gov or Lisa Rakich at lisa.rakich@usda.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Paula Sales
    paula.sales@usda.gov
    Lisa Rakich
    (406) 491-0561
    lisa.rakich@usda.gov
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    1240LU25R0019 GAOA Timberlane Campground Reconstruction.pdf
    The USDA Forest Service is issuing Request for Proposal (RFP) 1240LU25R0019 for the GAOA Timberlane Campground Reconstruction project. This total small business set-aside aims to reconstruct various camping facilities, roads, and parking areas at the Timberlane Campground in Libby, Montana. The project, valued between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000, requires performance to begin by April 1, 2026, and be completed by September 30, 2027. Key requirements include adherence to Buy American Act provisions for construction materials, specific work hours (7:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday-Friday), and stringent environmental and safety protocols such as weed-free equipment and landscape preservation. Proposals are due by September 26, 2025, with questions due by September 17, 2025. This RFP ensures modernization while maintaining ecological integrity and compliance.
    19 Sep 25 Questions and Answers.pdf
    The GAOA Timberlane Campground Reconstruction project addresses various questions from potential contractors, clarifying solicitation requirements and project specifics. Key clarifications include confirming that only one electronic copy of each volume is required for submission, and that there is no page limit for the technical proposal, only a restriction on odd-sized papers or drawings. Past performance evaluations (CPARs or PPQs) are acceptable as long as they are recent and relevant. The project specifies the use of both COTS benches and fabricated benches as per regulatory requirements for benches with backs and armrests. The document also confirms that locally available "crusher fines" are acceptable for aggregate paths, subject to a sieve analysis. Other clarifications cover the method for full-depth reclamation (FDR) of road bases, the domestic funding source (GAOA), and requirements for sewer plugs, vault toilet rehabilitation, and project signage. Additionally, it clarifies that striping is only required if the asphalt paving alternative is awarded and corrects the quantity for additive alternate camp units from "three" to "one" for each line item, with a total of 14 units for lines 21 and 22.
    Amendment 1 1240LU25R0019.pdf
    This government document, Amendment of Solicitation/Modification of Contract 1240LU25R0019, primarily serves to extend the proposal due date for an existing solicitation. The original proposal due date has been changed to October 10, 2025, at 4:00 PM MDT. This amendment requires contractors to acknowledge receipt by signing and returning the document. The period of performance for the contract is specified as April 1, 2026, to September 30, 2027. All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged. The amendment was issued by the USDA-FS CSA Intermountain 9 in Ogden, UT, and signed by Lisa M. Rakich, the Contracting Officer, on September 16, 2025.
    Attachment 1 Schedule of Items.pdf
    The provided document outlines a comprehensive project involving base pay and optional items for a campground development or renovation. The base items cover essential infrastructure such as mobilization, entrance and loop roads, parking spaces (entry and tent walk-in), site signage, water piping (HDPE), yard hydrants, drain sumps, valve boxes, buried electrical power and pedestals, host sewer systems (holding tank and piping), well control building revisions, demolition and salvage, rehabilitation of existing vault toilets, a dumpster enclosure, camp living areas, tent pads, a group camp living area, campground trails of varying widths, and various camp spurs (RV, typical, accessible, group, and host). Optional items include additional camp units, tent camps, a pavilion with a group fire pit, an entrance group fire pit, additional tables, a second dumpster enclosure, additional electrical power, and asphalt pavement with striping. This detailed breakdown suggests a federal, state, or local RFP for the construction and outfitting of a recreational facility.
    Attachment 2 Section C SOW.pdf
    The US Forest Service is seeking bids for the reconstruction of Timberlane Campground in Kootenai National Forest, Libby, Montana. The project, valued between $1,000,000 and $5,000,000, includes a base bid for roadwork, utilities, 17 camp units, and demolition, along with eight additive alternates for additional camp units, a pavilion, fire pits, picnic tables, a second dumpster enclosure, electrical power to specific camp units, and asphalt paving for all campground roads. The performance period is from April 1, 2026, to September 30, 2027, with work to be completed within five months of the selected start date, during weekdays from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm. The project site is a 10-acre campground with a 640-acre lot size. The government will provide some materials, including landscape boulders, aggregate, pit run gravel, entrance signage, and a double swing gate. The project requires adherence to various standard specifications across multiple divisions, from general requirements to earthwork and utilities. Detailed drawings, spanning 59 pages, are provided for all aspects of the reconstruction.
    Attachment 3 Timberlane Contract Specifications Final Revised CD April 2025.pdf
    The Timberlane Campground Reconstruction project, overseen by the USDA U.S. Forest Service and prepared by Robert Peccia & Associates (RPA), outlines comprehensive plans for the reconstruction of Timberlane Campground in Libby, Montana. The project encompasses various improvements, including roadwork, utility installations, site signage, demolition, and the reconstruction and relocation of vault toilets. It details 30 base bid items covering everything from mobilization and road construction to camp units, trails, and utility installations like HDPE water piping and electrical systems. Additionally, the project includes eight additive alternates for optional work, such as additional RV and tent campground units, a pavilion, and more fire pits. The document specifies general requirements, work restrictions (including hazardous materials protocols), and detailed measurement and payment methods for all contract items, emphasizing the need for contractor responsibility in supplying all labor, materials, and necessary permits.
    Attachment 4 USFS Timberlane Plans Final Revised CD May 2024 002 (003).pdf
    The Timberlane Campground Reconstruction project by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, aims to upgrade the campground in the Kootenai National Forest, Libby Ranger District, Montana. The project involves extensive construction and reconstruction, including roadwork, parking, site signage, utilities (water, sewer, electrical), and various campground amenities. Key elements include the reconstruction of the entrance and main loop roads, installation of new water and wastewater systems, and updates to the well building. The project also entails the demolition and salvage of existing structures, rehabilitation of vault toilets, and the creation of new camp living areas, tent pads, and group campsites. Optional additive alternates include additional camp units, a pavilion, and asphalt pavement. Detailed plans cover site layout, demolition, drainage, utilities, and structural designs for a pavilion and vault toilets, emphasizing erosion control and accessibility. The project is managed by Robert Peccia & Associates, Inc.
    Attachment 5 Wage Determination.pdf
    The document outlines a federal grant or RFP, detailing various requirements and specifications across multiple sections. It covers general instructions, specific project components, and compliance standards essential for proposals. Key areas include administrative guidelines, technical specifications for tasks like data management and system integration, and detailed breakdowns of deliverables. The document also provides a framework for evaluating submissions, emphasizing adherence to established protocols and the comprehensive nature of proposed solutions. It stresses the importance of clear communication and robust project management to ensure successful outcomes, reflecting a structured approach typical of government solicitations.
    Questions and Answers 7 October 25.pdf
    This government Q&A document addresses various inquiries regarding a construction project, clarifying specifications and responsibilities. Key points include the necessity of casings for opencut installations, with exceptions for deeper pipe placements, and the requirement for trench plugs per DEQ standards. The document specifies that 2" Sch.40 pipe serves as the electrical casing. Bidders are responsible for estimating excavation and embankment volumes for new campsites and access roads. The contract allows for moving or replacing vault toilets, with bidders assessing the risk of breakage. The government will furnish gates, hinges, and posts, but not concrete or hardware. Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) is an optional method for contractors under existing camp roads where casing is required. The document also amends a fire pit specification to a 48" campfire ring and clarifies the incorporation and application rates for stabilizer binder products based on product type to achieve a uniform, firm surface.
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