LOLO NATIONAL FOREST Roof & Foundation Repair at Savenac Historic Site

This contract establishes a firm fixed price agreement for roof and foundation repairs at the Savenac Historic Site on the Lolo National Forest’s Superior Ranger District near Haugan, Montana, with an estimated value between $25,000 and $100,000. The work includes two distinct scope elements: repairing wind damage to the administrative building’s roof by removing damaged materials, replacing rafters and sheathing, installing new underlayment specified as Grace Ice & Water Shield, and applying government-furnished metal shingles; and addressing foundation deterioration at the East Cottage caused by moisture and poor drainage, requiring the removal and replacement of a rotten sill log, repair of the concrete patio, and restoration of siding—all while maintaining the historic character of the structures. The project is subject to strict material and workmanship standards, including FM Approvals RoofNav listing for roof-edge components and compliance with ASTM specifications for sealants and aluminum flashings. The contract mandates full adherence to labor standards, including prevailing wage requirements under the Davis-Bacon Act, compliance with the Copeland Act, and subcontracting labor regulations, supported by a detailed wage determination document. All contractors must be certified small businesses as this is a total small business set-aside under FAR 19.5, and must demonstrate relevant experience and past performance in similar historic preservation or construction projects. The contract incorporates numerous FAR and agency-specific clauses requiring compliance with Buy American provisions, anti-discrimination and DEI certification, trafficking in persons prohibitions, whistleblower protections, and accident prevention protocols. Performance is scheduled to commence in July 2026, with work required to begin within ten days of notice to proceed and to be completed within 90 calendar days, no later than October 1, 2026. Contractors may request weekend work with approval from the contracting officer. Submittals for materials and methods must be provided at least ten days prior to execution for government review. Bonding is required in the form of performance and payment bonds as outlined in FAR 52.228-15, and pricing must account for all costs, including bond premiums, within the two lump sum line items for the administrative building and east cottage. Invoicing must be submitted through the IPP.GOV portal with four copies unless otherwise specified, and progress payment requests must include detailed itemizations of completed work, subcontractor payments, lien waivers, updated schedules of values, and payroll records to enable government verification. The contract is administered by the USDA Forest Service’s Interm