VALLEY COUNTY ROAD GRADING
ID: 140L3625Q0029Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENTMONTANA STATE OFFICEBILLINGS, MT, 59101, USA

NAICS

Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction (237310)

PSC

REPAIR OR ALTERATION OF HIGHWAYS/ROADS/STREETS/BRIDGES/RAILWAYS (Z2LB)
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    Description

    The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking proposals from small businesses for a road grading project in Valley County, Montana, with an estimated budget of under $50,000. The project involves the restoration of approximately 53.5 miles of road to ensure proper drainage and maintain road integrity, adhering to federal labor standards and safety regulations. This initiative is crucial for enhancing local infrastructure and promoting small business participation in federal contracts. Interested contractors must submit their sealed bids by March 24, 2025, with the contract period running from May 1, 2025, to April 30, 2026, and an option for an additional year. For further inquiries, contact Chad Clapp at cclapp@blm.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Clapp, Chad
    (000) 000-0000
    (406) 896-5296
    cclapp@blm.gov
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    The 2025 and 2026 Glasgow BLM Road Grading project is aimed at improving approximately 53.5 miles of road in Valley County, Montana. The initiative involves preparing labor, equipment, and materials for grading and maintaining the roads, with the first year covering specific roads and an option for the second year following the same specifications. Key components include the adherence to standards outlined in various documents, a detailed grading schedule submitted for review, and strict environmental considerations to preserve natural features. The contractor must follow public safety protocols, including signage and reflective equipment, and any non-compliance regarding road drainage or surface conditions can lead to rejection of the work. The project emphasizes maintaining appropriate moisture conditions for effective operations and requires specific equipment standards. Overall, this contract showcases the government's effort to enhance road accessibility while being environmentally responsible and ensuring public safety in the execution of road maintenance operations.
    The document outlines the general decision number MT20250079 applicable to highway construction projects in Montana as of January 3, 2025. It stipulates that contracts under the Davis-Bacon Act must comply with wage rates dictated by Executive Orders 14026 and 13658. For contracts initiated or renewed after January 30, 2022, the minimum wage is set at $17.75; for contracts awarded between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022, the wage is $13.30. The wage determination specifies various classifications, prevailing wage rates, and fringe benefits for laborers, including carpenters, cement masons, and electricians, among others. It also addresses the appeals process for wage determination decisions and emphasizes contractor obligations under new federal mandates, such as paid sick leave for employees. This document serves as a regulatory guide, ensuring workers are compensated fairly while doing construction work funded by federal contracts in Montana, reflecting broader aims of worker protection and fair labor standards in government-funded projects.
    The Past Performance Questionnaire is a required document for contractors submitting quotes for government contracts. It solicits essential information about the contractor's experience and capability to execute the project. Key sections include the contractor's name, business type, and contact details, followed by inquiries regarding relevant experience both personally and organizationally, experience as a Prime or Sub-Contractor, and a list of relevant projects completed in the past three years, complete with contract details and references. The questionnaire also requests information about any concurrent contract commitments and any instances of incomplete work or bond performance. A certification statement is included, requiring the contractor to verify the accuracy of the information provided. This questionnaire is designed to gauge a contractor's qualifications and reliability, playing a critical role in the evaluation process of government RFPs, federal grants, and municipal contracts.
    The Quality Assurance Plan for GFO Road Grading outlines performance standards and inspection requirements to ensure road work meets specified criteria. The evaluation worksheet, to be filled out by an inspector, assesses compliance with various performance standards such as grading for drainage, preventing moisture flow towards cattle guards, and minimizing aggregate loss. Specific tasks include removing loose rock larger than six inches, eliminating berms and ridges, and addressing ruts, potholes, and washboards in the road surface. Each requirement is evaluated as either satisfactory or unsatisfactory. The document serves as a guideline for contractors and inspectors to maintain road integrity and functionality, reflecting the government's dedication to quality construction and maintenance practices in infrastructure projects. This plan is part of broader government efforts to ensure accountability in federal and state contracts related to road work.
    The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a Total Small Business Set-Aside project focused on road grading in Valley County, Montana. The estimated budget for the project is under $50,000, with work involving approximately 53.5 miles of road restoration for proper drainage. The proposal invites small businesses to submit sealed bids, which must include an offer guarantee and comply with various regulations and clauses. A site visit is encouraged for better understanding of the project requirements, and questions must be submitted by March 24, 2025. The contract period extends from May 1, 2025, to April 30, 2026, with an option for an additional year. Payment and invoice processing will be conducted electronically through the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Invoice Processing Platform (IPP). Compliance with numerous federal labor standards and safety regulations is mandatory. The BLM emphasizes transparency in the procurement process, prohibiting direct contact with government employees related to this solicitation. Overall, this project aims to restore critical infrastructure while promoting small business participation in federal contracts.
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