GAOA Vault Toilet Replacement - Santa Fe National Forest
ID: 127EAX25R0022Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFOREST SERVICEUSDA-FS, CSA SOUTHWEST 7Albuquerque, NM, 871023498, USA

NAICS

Site Preparation Contractors (238910)

PSC

CONSTRUCTION OF RECREATIONAL BUILDINGS (Y1FB)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/3f4045dde17447a0882422b7de849765/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the Forest Service, is seeking contractors for the GAOA Vault Toilet Replacement project at the Santa Fe National Forest in New Mexico. The project involves the demolition of eight existing toilet facilities and their replacement with new vault toilets across three campgrounds, addressing significant health and safety concerns associated with the current facilities. This initiative is crucial for maintaining public health and enhancing recreational infrastructure within the national forest. Interested contractors should note that the solicitation has been temporarily canceled due to a government shutdown, with a new proposal due date set for November 7, 2025. For further inquiries, contractors can contact Temporary Contracting Officer Troy McCullough at troy.mccullough@usda.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Blaine Greenwalt
    blaine.greenwalt@usda.gov
    Troy A. McCullough
    troy.mccullough@usda.gov
    Files
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    051110 Field Tract Toilet 1.jpg
    127EAX25R0022 0001.pdf
    Amendment No. 0001 to Solicitation No. 127EAX25R0022 extends the solicitation period to November 7, 2025, at 15:30 Pacific Daylight Time, due to a government shutdown. The previously scheduled site visit is indefinitely canceled, with potential rescheduling once a federal budget is approved. During this period, responses to questions are unlikely. This amendment modifies the original solicitation, and all other terms and conditions remain unchanged. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment by completing items 8 and 15 and returning copies, or by other specified methods, to ensure their offer is not rejected.
    127EAX25R0022 0002.pdf
    Amendment 0002 to Solicitation 127EAX25R0022 cancels the original Request for Proposal (RFP) due to staffing shortages caused by a government shutdown. The solicitation, issued by USDA-FS CSA SOUTHWEST 7 in Albuquerque, NM, with an effective date of September 22, 2025, and an offer due date of November 5, 2025, will be re-posted under a new solicitation number once the shutdown concludes. Offerors who previously submitted proposals are advised that their offers may be rejected if acknowledgement of this amendment is not received by the specified deadline. This cancellation is an administrative action to halt the procurement process temporarily.
    127EAX25R0022 Santa Fe Vault Toilet QA1.docx
    The document, identified as 127EAX25R0022 Santa Fe Vault Toilet Replacement Q&A #1, addresses a query regarding the specifications for vault toilets. A question was raised about the unavailability of manufacturing specifications on SAM.gov, specifically concerning exterior texture, color, and additional options. The response indicates that the Vault Toilet Specifications have been uploaded to the attachments section, providing the necessary details for interested parties. This document is part of a federal government Request for Proposal (RFP) process, where clarity on product specifications is crucial for bidders.
    127EAX25R0022.pdf
    The USDA Forest Service has issued Solicitation No. 127EAX25R0022 for the GAOA - Santa Fe Vault Toilet Replacement project. This Request for Proposal (RFP) seeks to demolish eight existing toilet facilities and replace them with new vault toilets in three campgrounds within the Pecos/Las Vegas Ranger District of the Santa Fe National Forest. The project addresses health and safety concerns posed by the current facilities, which include composting, vault, and flush toilets. The anticipated project cost is between $500,000 and $1,000,000, with Davis Bacon wages applying. The contractor must begin work within 10 calendar days of receiving a notice to proceed and complete it within 180 calendar days. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for October 14, 2025. Offers are due by October 22, 2025, at 15:30 local time and must adhere to specific insurance, performance bond, and payment bond requirements. The solicitation includes various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Department of Agriculture Acquisition Regulation (AGAR) clauses, emphasizing domestic preference for construction materials, compliance with labor standards, and adherence to telecommunications equipment restrictions.
    1996 Contract Package Drawings - Jacks Creek.pdf
    Field Tract Lead and Asbestos Report 12222022.pdf
    GAOA - Santa Fe Vault Toiltet Replacement PLVRD.pdf
    The provided document lists several individuals with their digital signatures and the corresponding dates and times of signing. The individuals include ARMANDO ARMENDARIZ, Sara Amina Sena, SHAUN SANCHEZ, VENUS VH JENSEN, ZACHARY PARSONS, and TRACY WEBER. The dates of these digital signatures range from October 24, 2023, to November 15, 2023. This document appears to be a record of official endorsements or approvals, likely within a government context such as an RFP, grant, or other official proceeding, indicating formal acknowledgment or agreement by the listed parties.
    Important Notice to Contractors.docx
    Due to a government shutdown, an important notice to contractors outlines changes to a solicitation. The site visit has been canceled, and the proposal due date has been extended to November 7, 2025. All dates are subject to change and will be finalized once the shutdown ends. For questions, contractors should contact Temporary Contracting Officer Troy McCullough at troy.mccullough@usda.gov. This notice ensures transparency and provides updated timelines, crucial for contractors planning to submit proposals.
    Jacks Creek Lead and Asbestos Report 05152023.pdf
    Links Tract Lead and Asbestos Report 05152023.pdf
    Links Tract Toilet Photo.docx
    The document, titled "Links Tract Toilet," is a concise reference to a specific infrastructure component, likely within a government project or inventory. In the context of federal government RFPs, federal grants, and state/local RFPs, this entry suggests a requirement, specification, or a line item related to the provision or maintenance of restroom facilities. While brief, it indicates a functional need that would typically be addressed in larger construction, renovation, or public amenity development projects. The simplicity of the title implies it could be a placeholder, a specific deliverable, or a designated area within a broader plan, emphasizing the inclusion of sanitation facilities in government-funded initiatives.
    SOI - SF Vault Toilets.xlsx
    The USDA Forest Service is seeking bids for the GAOA Santa Fe Vault Toilet Replacement project across three campgrounds: Jacks Creek, Links Tract, and Field Tract. The project involves the demolition of existing toilets (compost, vault, and flush), asbestos abatement, backfilling, delivery and installation of new precast concrete double vault toilets, and the creation of sidewalks and gravel pathways. Additionally, the scope includes pumping solids and liquids from compost tanks, vaults, and septic tanks, as well as the removal and reinstallation of trash bins. This project aims to upgrade and replace facilities within the Santa Fe National Forest.
    SOW - SF Vault Toilets.pdf
    The "Santa Fe Vault Toilet Replacements 2023" project outlines the demolition and installation of vault toilets across three campgrounds within the Santa Fe National Forest's Pecos/Las Vegas Ranger District: Field Tract, Links Tract, and Jack's Creek. The work, scheduled from May 1 to October 31, 2025, with a 180-day performance period, includes replacing existing flush, single-vault, and composting toilets with new double-vault pre-cast concrete units. Additionally, the project involves constructing gravel pathways and concrete sidewalks at the respective campgrounds. This federal undertaking aims to upgrade facilities, ensuring improved infrastructure at these New Mexico-based recreational sites.
    Specifications - SF Vault Toilets.pdf
    The Santa Fe Vault Toilet Replacements 2023 project involves replacing existing composting and vault toilets across three campgrounds in the Pecos/Las Vegas Ranger District. The work includes demolition, waste disposal, earthwork, and the installation of new precast concrete double-vault toilets that meet ABAAS standards. The project addresses asbestos abatement at the Field Tract Campground and specifies requirements for concrete sidewalks, aggregate pathways, and general site cleaning. Contractors are responsible for all labor, materials, equipment, and permits, including adherence to strict safety and environmental regulations. Payment will be based on a schedule of items, with specific guidelines for mobilization and material measurement. The project also details site conditions, work restrictions, and approved manufacturers for the new vault toilets.
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