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This federal solicitation (No. 140FGA26R0024), issued by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), is for the Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) South Loop Autotour Rehabilitation project in Zimmerman, Minnesota. The contractor must provide all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision to rehabilitate the Prairie's Edge Wildlife Drive South Loop and its associated parking lot (Route 924). The contract is set aside entirely for small businesses. Work must commence within 10 days of receiving the Notice to Proceed and be completed within 60 calendar days, with liquidated damages set at $179.20 per day for delays. Normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Special contract requirements mandate compliance with environmental protection regulations, endangered species preservation, and the preservation of historical/archeological data. Key personnel and material substitutions require prior written consent from the Contracting Officer. Contractors must utilize the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) for electronic billing and submit certified payrolls. Standard Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses are incorporated, including Buy American construction material preferences, limitations on subcontracting (requiring the prime contractor to perform at least 15% of the work for general construction), and a Department of the Interior deviation prohibiting racially discriminatory diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) activities.

This project manual outlines the technical specifications and requirements for the Autotour Rehabilitation – South Loop project at the Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge in Zimmerman, Minnesota, issued by the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service. The scope of work focuses on Route 011 (Prairie’s Edge Wildlife Drive) and includes mobilization/demobilization, testing and inspection, additional authorized excavation, aggregate surface placement, and the demolition of the wooden deck and pull-off at No. 4. The contractor must furnish all labor, materials, equipment, and engineering services, including construction surveying and staking. Key responsibilities include obtaining necessary utility verifications through Gopher State One Call, securing erosion control/NPDES and road permits, and submitting a comprehensive Traffic Control Plan. The plan must detail how public traffic will be managed on the adjacent North Loop, which will remain open during construction. Contractors are required to hire an independent third-party testing agency to observe proof rolls, perform proctor and compaction density tests, and recommend corrective actions for unstable soils. Project closeout mandates a written request for final inspection, the submission of record drawings, and a 100% warranty for one full year post-acceptance. Environmental and safety compliance protocols require equipment cleaning to prevent invasive species transport, a written safety plan, adherence to OSHA regulations, and a waste reduction plan that prioritizes recycling and prohibits hazardous materials like asbestos and lead.

This document is a title block and cover sheet template for a federal public works project managed by the United States Department of the Interior's Fish and Wildlife Service, Midwest Region 3 (Division of Engineering in Bloomington, Minnesota). The project, designated under Project Number 3R-MN-734-177, is for the "Auto Tour Rehabilitation - South Loop" located at the Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge in Minnesota. The sheet serves as a standardized design framework for engineering and construction drawings, containing fields to record revisions, design credits, drafting dates, sheet numbers, and official drawing codes.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, under the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA), has issued Solicitation Number 140FGA26R0024 for the rehabilitation of the South Loop Autotour at Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge in Sherburne County, Minnesota. This firm-fixed-price highway construction project has an estimated magnitude between $250,000 and $500,000. The period of performance is scheduled from August 20, 2026, to October 19, 2026. Because of the project's valuation, both payment and performance bonds, along with a bid bond, are required. Award selection will be based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection process. Interested contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and submit their official proposal, signed SF 1442, signed SF30s, and required representations and certifications. A site visit is scheduled for July 8, 2026, with RSVPs due to the Contracting Officer by July 7, 2026. Clarifying questions must be submitted via email by July 13, 2026, and final responses are due by July 27, 2026. Proposals must remain valid for 60 days.

This federal contract amendment (Amendment 0001) modifies solicitation 140FGA26R0024 issued by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) under the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA). The amendment updates critical procurement milestones and scheduling for the project, which involves work on the Prairie’s Edge Wildlife Drive - South Loop (Item 00010) and the Route 924 Parking Lot (Item 00020). Key changes introduced in this amendment include: - **Additional Site Visit:** A second site visit is scheduled for Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at 11:00 AM local time. Questions regarding the visit should be directed to Matthew Spielbauer. - **RFI Due Date:** The deadline for submitting questions/Requests for Information (RFIs) is updated to Monday, July 27, 2026, by 2:00 PM EST via email to Samantha LaGue. - **Proposal Submission Deadline:** The proposal due date is extended to Wednesday, August 12, 2026, by 2:00 PM EST. - **Period of Performance:** The designated period of performance is established from September 14, 2026, to November 13, 2026. All other terms, conditions, and provisions of the original solicitation remain unchanged. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the proposal deadline to avoid rejection of their offers.

This document is a federal Davis-Bacon Act General Wage Determination (Decision Number: MN20260235) for Heavy and Highway Construction in the Minnesota counties of Benton, Isanti, Sherburne, Stearns, and Wright. It establishes the prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits required for various labor classifications, including equipment operators, truck drivers, laborers, and specialized trades such as electricians, plumbers, and carpenters. The determination outlines the applicability of federal labor standards, specifically Executive Order 13706 regarding paid sick leave for federal contractors and Executive Order 13658 concerning minimum wage requirements. It also explains the methodology behind the different wage rate identifiers, such as union rates, weighted union averages, survey rates, and state-adopted rates. Finally, the document details the multi-step Wage Determination Appeals Process, providing contact information for the Wage and Hour Division (WHD) and the Administrative Review Board for parties seeking initial decisions, reconsiderations, or formal appeals regarding wage rates and classifications.

This document is the Price Schedule for the South Loop Autotour Rehab project at the Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge, issued under solicitation number 140FGA26R0024. It serves as a bidding template where offerors must submit comprehensive pricing for the project's base requirements, which include rehabilitation of the Prairie’s Edge Wildlife Drive-South Loop and the Route 924 Parking Lot. Pricing must be submitted as lump-sum totals for each item and must encompass all associated costs, including labor, materials, permitting, overhead, and profit. To be considered for award, which is based on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable evaluation, offerors must complete all sections of the price schedule and provide a detailed cost breakdown organized by divisions and subdivisions. The form also requires standard company information, including the Unique Entity ID, contact details, and an authorized signature.