SAM #140L3626Q0046

Christenot Mill Historic Stabilization and Masonry Preservation Project

This opportunity is for the stabilization and preservation of the historic Christenot Mill in Virginia City, Montana, managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Montana State Office. - Government Buyer: - Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Montana State Office, Dillon Field Office - Contact: Jorge Alvarez, BLM MT-STATE OFC(MT935) - Project Scope: - Stabilization of historic masonry walls across four sections of the mill - Construction of a drainage ditch (approx. 130 linear feet) - Masonry repairs using Natural Hydraulic Lime (NHL) mortar, not Portland cement - Use of locally sourced sand to match original construction - Skilled labor required for removal of failing mortar, repointing, and proper curing of NHL mortar - Scaffolding setup per OSHA specifications - Contractor must demonstrate past performance in historic preservation and coordinate with BLM archaeologist and engineer - Products & Materials: - Estimated 10-15 bags of NHL mortar and 1 yard of local sand per room section - Scaffolding (four frames high with outriggers and walkplank) - Services: - Historic preservation stabilization, masonry repairs, drainage construction - All labor and materials provided by contractor - Unique Requirements: - Compliance with State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) criteria - Preservation of historic character per 2022 condition assessment - Workdays limited to Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM, excluding federal holidays - No specific OEMs or branded products are required; focus is on material type (NHL mortar) and historic preservation expertise - Contract Details: - Firm fixed price, single award - NAICS code 238140 (Masonry Contractors) - Estimated value: $25,000 to $100,000 - Set aside for small businesses

Description

CHRISTENOT MILL STABILIZATIONThe Department of Interior, Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Montana State Office is soliciting quotes to stabilize the historic Christenot Mill near Virginia City, Montana under the BLM Dillon Field Office¿s preservation strategy of ¿Arrested Decay,¿ restoring structural integrity while maintaining the site¿s historic character and compliance with SHPO criteria from September 15, 2026, through October 31, 2028. The contractor will be expected to utilize the 2022 Condition Assessment along with photographs and background information to implement stabilization measures to the structure. Labor and construction supplies will be provided by the contractor. The contractor shall source all sand materials approved locations near the site, as these materials best fit the historical nature of the original construction and have been approved for historical preservation construction. The project¿s location is within Chouteau County, Montana.PROCUREMENT OVERVIEWTYPE OF CONTRACT: Construction, Firm Fixed Priced (FFP), Single Award ContractTYPE OF CONSTRUCTION: BuildingNAICS CODE: 238140, Masonry ContractorsMAGNITUDE: Between $25,000 and $100,000RESTRICTIONS ON CONTACTS: Beginning upon release of the request for quote (RFQ) through contract award, contacting Government employees who may be associated with this work by participating quoter on thesubject of this RFQ is inappropriate. Quoters for this RFQ, including subcontractors and teammates, shall not attempt such contacts during this period. All correspondence shall be through the Contract Specialist listed below:Bureau of Land ManagementAttn: Jorge AlvarezPhone: (854) 500-1840Email: jorge_alvarez@ios.doi.gov SITE VISIT: The Government strongly urges quoters to inspect the site to gain a better understanding of the work requirements and to satisfy themselves regarding all general and local conditions that may affect the cost ofperformance. In no event shall failure to inspect the site constitute grounds for a claim after award.See Section L, Site Visit (Construction) for more information. QUESTIONS DUE: 26 August 2026 at 1:00 pm, Mountain Time. Questions submitted after this date and time will be accepted but may not be answered. All questions must be submitted in writing via e-mail to Jorge Alvarez. See Section L, Paragraph L.12, Submittal of Questions for more information.QUOTE RESPONSE DATE: For dates when contractors are to submit their quotes, see block 13 of Standard Form 1442, ¿Solicitation, Offer, and Award (Construction, Alteration, or Repair).¿ See Section L, Instructions, Conditions and Notices to Offerors, for a list of required documents.METHOD OF PROCUREMENT: This procurement is set-aside for Small Business Concerns and is a construction acquisition, pursuant to Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) Part 13, Part 19 and Part 36.

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