What this opportunity is
The Department of Agriculture is seeking a contractor for the Forest Wide Siding Replacement project on the Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest, which involves removing and installing new siding and related components on multiple buildings. This opportunity is set aside for total small businesses under FAR 19.5, making it suitable for small contractors with experience in construction and renovation. As a combined synopsis/solicitation, interested businesses should track the notice for submission requirements and timelines rather than submitting bids immediately.
Analysis by Mindy, grounded in the SAM.gov notice.
Description
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PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND LOCATION
a) Scope of Contract. This project is to replace existing siding on the buildings listed in
the bid schedule. Work includes exterior surface preparation including demo and/or
repair of existing siding, installation of weather proofing where needed, installation of
new siding, caulking, and painting if required. Scope of work includes, but is not limited
to, removal of the existing siding, trim, fascia, soffits, and moisture barrier and the
installation of all new moisture barrier, siding, trim, fascia, and vented soffits. Drawings
are attached for estimating purposes. Contractor is responsible for verifying dimensions
and anticipated material quantities prior to estimating and material purchasing.
Contractor is to provide all labor, materials, and tools to complete the work and dispose
of all refuse off FS property in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
b) Project Location.
Various locations on the Helena – Lewis and Clark National Forest. See drawings.
c) Construction Magnitude: $25,000 - $100,000
d) Period of Performance: Contractor will be allowed 14 calendar days per building. All
work shall be completed by September 30, 2027.
SPECIFICATIONS
SECTION 01 33 00 – SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES
PART 1 – GENERAL
1.01 PROCEDURES FOR SUBMITTALS
A. Reviewing, Certifying, Approving Authority: Contractor shall be responsible for
reviewing and certifying that submittals are in compliance with contract requirements.
B. Scheduling: Allow review period, beginning with receipt by approving authority that
includes at least 5 working days for submittals for contracting officer approval. Period of
review for submittals with contracting officer approval begins when Government receives
submittal from contractor. Period of review for each resubmittal is the same as for initial
submittal.
C. Variations: Variations from contract requirements require Government approval pursuant
to contract Clause entitled “FAR 52.236-21, Specifications and Drawings for
Construction” and will be considered where advantages to government.
D. Submittal Schedule:
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07 25 00 Building Paper
07 46 00 Siding Product Data
07 46 00 Siding Maintenance Data
07 46 00 Siding Colors
07 46 00 Siding 30 yr Warranty
SECTION 01 74 00 – CLEAN UP AND DISPOSAL
PART 1 – GENERAL
1.01 CLEAN UP
A. The contractor shall keep the work site free from accumulation of waste materials and
rubbish resulting from the work. Clean areas daily as required to maintain a safe working
site.
B. Before final acceptance of the project by the Government, the contractor shall remove
from the site all excess material, waste, and rubbish resulting from this work.
1.02 DISPOSAL
A. Waste and excess material:
a. Material that is either waste or in excess of the needs of the contractor shall be
disposed of at the contractor’s expense in accordance with all local, state and
federal regulations at an approved offsite location.
b. Burning of waste or excess material on site is not permitted.
SECTION 072500 WEATHER BARRIERS
PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 SECTION INCLUDES
A. Water-resistive barriers.
1.02 DEFINITIONS
A. Weather Barriers: Materials or assemblies forming water-resistive barriers, air
barriers, vapor retarders, or combination of one or more assemblies.
B. Water-Resistive Barriers: Materials or assemblies installed behind exterior
wall coverings; designed to prevent liquid water from further penetration into
exterior wall assembly.
1.03 FIELD CONDITIONS
A. Maintain temperature and humidity recommended by materials manufacturers
before, during, and after installation.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.01 WATER-RESISTIVE BARRIERS
SECTION DESCRIPTION SUBMITTED APPROVED
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A. Description: Materials installed behind exterior wall coverings; designed to prevent
liquid water from further penetration into exterior wall assembly. Primary materials
include mechanically applied sheets; accessory materials include flashings and
seam tapes.
B. Water-Resistive Barrier Membrane: Nonwoven, polypropylene membrane with
microporous coating.
2.02 ACCESSORIES
A. Seal and Perimeter Tapes: As recommended by water-resistive barrier
manufacturer.
B. Flashings and Sealants: As recommended by water-resistive barrier
manufacturer for application.
C. Sealant for Cracks and Joints In Substrates: Resilient elastomeric joint sealant
compatible with substrates and weather barrier materials.
2.03 FASTENERS
A. Fasteners for Attaching Water-Resistive Barriers to Substrates: As
recommended by barrier manufacturer for application.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.01 EXAMINATION
A. Verify that surfaces and conditions comply with requirements of this section.
3.02 INSTALLATION
A. Install materials in accordance with manufacturer's installation instructions.
3.03 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A. Inspection and Testing: Cooperate with Owner for inspection
1. Allow access to work areas and staging.
2. Do not cover work of this section until inspection is accepted.
B. Take digital photographs of each portion of installation prior to covering up weather
barriers.
3.04 PROTECTION
A. Do not leave materials exposed to weather longer than recommended by
manufacturer.
SECTION 074619 STEEL SIDING
PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 FIELD CONDITIONS
A. Do not install siding when air temperature or relative humidity are outside
manufacturer's limits.
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PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.01 STEEL SIDING
A. Steel Siding:
1. Factory-formed steel siding.
2. Material: Precoated steel sheet, 26 gauge minimum base metal thickness.
3. Finish: Shop pre-coated with manufacturer's standard coating system.
4. Color: to match existing house on site.
5. Texture: Woodgrain.
B. Steel Fascia:
1. Material: Precoated steel sheet, 26 gauge, minimum base metal thickness.
C. Steel Soffit:
1. Material: Precoated steel shee…
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