What this opportunity is
The Department of the Interior is seeking a contractor for the redevelopment of the Walker Fork Campground water well in Alaska, specifically to rehabilitate an inoperable well to meet drinking water regulations. This project is set aside for total small businesses under FAR 19.5, making it suitable for small contractors with relevant experience in water systems and environmental compliance. Interested businesses should note that this is a combined synopsis/solicitation, indicating they should track the opportunity closely for potential bidding requirements.
Analysis by Mindy, grounded in the SAM.gov notice.
Description
WATER WELL REDEVELOPMENT
WALKER FORK CAMPGROUND
EASTERN INTERIOR FIELD OFFICE
ALASKA
SPECIFICATIONS
BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT
NATIONAL OPERATIONS CENTER
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BLM-EASTERN INTERIOR FIELD OFFICE LIST OF DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS
SECTION 001500
WALKER FORK CAMPGROUND WATER WELL REDEVELOPMENT
LIST OF DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS
PART 1 – GENERAL
1.1 DESCRIPTION
A. List of Contract Drawings:
1. Index of Sheets:
T1 Title Sheet
G1 Photographs
C1 Site Plan and Details
C2 Water Well Details
A1 Architectural Details
E1 Existing Photovoltaic System Wiring Diagram
6 Total Plan Sheets in this Contract
B. List of Contract Specifications
1. Index of Specifications
DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
Section 001500 List of Drawings and Specifications
Section 010150 General Requirements
Section 014000 Quality Requirements
Section 015500 Government Furnished Materials (GFM)
DIVISION 22 – PLUMBING
Section 221116 Domestic Water System
DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL
Section 260050 Electrical Materials and Methods
DIVISION 31 - EARTHWORK
Section 312317 Trenching, Bedding, and Backfill for Utilities
DIVISION 33 – UTILITIES
Section 331113 Potable Water Supply Wells
APPENDIX
Appendix A Water Well Log
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END OF SECTION 001500
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BLM-EASTERN INTERIOR FIELD OFFICE GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
SECTION 010150
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
PART 1 – SUMMARY OF WORK
1.1 DESCRIPTION
A. Work for this project requires the contractor to be responsible for furnishing and supplying all
labor, materials, equipment, miscellaneous items, freight and delivery, supervision and other
facilities necessary to complete the work set forth in the plans and specifications.
1. Base Item Scope of Work: Rehabilitate existing inoperable water well to meet Alaska
Department of Environmental Conservation Drinking Water regulations; including,
thawing frozen well, installation of well discharge pipe, heat tape, and well pump;
replacement of existing potable water storage tank and stand with new water storage tank
and stand; installation of piping, valves, storage cabinet, and government furnished
filtration equipment; testing of photovoltaic system, replacement of photovoltaic batteries;
associated electrical and controls; water and pipe testing; associated trench excavation,
backfill, and earthwork; and restoration of disturbed areas.
1.2 LOCATION
A. Work under this Contract is located near Chicken, Alaska. The work site is at the Walker Fork
Campground at Milepost 82 of the Taylor Highway.
1.3 GENERAL SITE CONDITIONS AND WEATHER
A. The elevation of the site is approximately 1,500 feet above mean sea level. The project site is
typically open June to September.
1.4 USE OF PREMISES
A. Use of Site: Confine constructions operations to immediate area of work. Do not disturb
portions of Project site beyond areas in which the Work is indicated.
B. Government Occupancy: Government personnel will continuously occupy areas immediately
adjacent to the work area during the construction period. Provide a minimum of 72 hours
advance notice to the Contracting Officer (CO) of activities that may impact the Government’s
normal operations. Coordinate all construction activity at the Walker Fork Campground with the
CO who will inform BLM Field Personnel to minimize impacts to the operation of the
Campground.
C. Cooperate with Government during construction operations to minimize conflicts and facilitate
Government usage.
D. Driveways and Entrances: At all times keep driveways, parking areas, and entrances serving
campground premises clear and available to Government, Government's employees, and the
public.
1.5 WORK RESTRICTIONS
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BLM-EASTERN INTERIOR FIELD OFFICE GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
A. Do not schedule work during Saturdays, Sundays, or Federal Holidays without written consent
from the Contracting Officer.
B. Project Scheduling: Schedule work to minimize impacts to government. Minimize the length of
time the District Office electrical and telecommunication systems are non-operational. To the
extent possible, install the new telecommunication system while the existing telecommunication
system is operational.
1.6 CONTRACTOR’S RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Provide adequate signing and barricades and take necessary safety measures to protect the public
during all construction operations. Minimize disturbance of all undisturbed areas.
B. Utility Locates: Secure and pay for all utility locates in the work area, both utilities and private
BLM utility lines and services.
1. The Government shall advise the Contractor to the general existence of Government
utilities in the project area. The Government will not physically locate any utilities.
C. Environmental: Excavate fuel or oil spills caused by the Contractor to a depth of 12 inches
beyond contaminated material and remove for the work area. Strictly observe prescribed
measures to prevent water pollution to nearby water resources. All costs involved in cleanup of
spills caused by the Contractor are the Contractor’s responsibility.
1.7 FIELD VERIFICATION
A. Field verify all new and existing dimensions affecting the work of this contract before ordering
products.
1.8 PERMITS AND INSPECTIONS
A. All permits, licenses, or inspection fees which are required by the Alaska State DEC shall be
obtained and paid for by the Government when such permits, Licenses or inspection fees are
necessary for the prosecution of the work. The Bureau of Land Management as a Federal
Agency on Federal Land is not subject to and does not require building permits or inspections
and is also not subject to Alaska State Fire Marshall permits or inspections.
PART 2 – DEFI…
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