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IDAWY ACQUISITION SERVICE CENTER INSTRUCTIONAL COVER SHEET

ISSUING OFFICE:

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

FOREST SERVICE

IDAWY ACQUISITION SERVICE CENTER

1405 HOLLIPARK DR.

IDAHO FALLS, ID 83401

FAX (208) 557-5829

SOLICITATION NO.: 1202NV18Q0123

QUOTES ARE SOLICITED FOR: NEWLAND RANCH SEWER LIFT STATION REPLACEMENT

SET-ASIDE: SMALL BUSINESS SET-ASIDE

IMPORTANT – NOTICE TO QUOTER:

AT A MINIMUM, QUOTER SHALL SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS AS THEIR RESPONSE TO THIS

SOLICITATION:

1.SF-18 Request For Quotation (Complete, date, and sign)

2.Section B – Schedule of Items. (Complete Unit Price and Amount)

3.Section K – Representations and Certifications. (Complete the Representations and Certifications electronically via the System for Award Management (SAM) website at www.sam.gov)

4.Section J – Experience Questionnaire

5. Acknowledgement of Amendment (If Any)

IT IS REQUIRED THAT YOU WRITE THE SOLICITATION NUMBER ON THE OUTSIDE OF YOUR

ENVELOPE.

Return to: IDAWY Acquisition Service Center Attn: Amelia Velasco 1405 Hollipark Drive Idaho Falls, ID 83401 Solicitation No. 1202NV18Q0123

IT IS REQUIRED THAT ALL CONTRACTOR’S BE REGISTERED IN THE SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT DATABASE PRIOR TO AWARD UNDER THIS SOLICITATION. SEE CLAUSE 52.204-7 SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT FOR

DETAILS ON HOW TO APPLY.

IT IS THE OFFERORS RESPONSIBILITY TO WATCH FOR ANY AND ALL AMENDMENTS TO THE SOLICITATION, WHICH SHALL BE ISSUED ELECTRONICALLY THROUGH FEDERAL BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES AT WWW.FBO.GOV.

REQUEST FOR QUOTATION PAGE OF PAGES

(THIS IS NOT AN ORDER) THIS RFQ X IS IS NOT A SMALL BUSINESS SET- ASIDE 1

1. REQUEST NO. 2. DATE ISSUED 3. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUEST NO. 4. CERT. FOR NAT.DEF. RATING

1202NV18Q0123 07/13/2018 UNDER BDSA REG. 2

AND/OR DMS REG. 1

5a. ISSUED BY 6. DELIVER BY (Date) IDAWY Service Center, 1405 Hollipark Dr., Idaho Falls, Id 83401 See Contract Time

5b. FOR INFORMATION CALL (NO COLLECT CALLS) 7. DELIVERY FOB DESTINATION NAME TELEPHONE NUMBER X OTHER (See Schedule)

AREA CODE NUMBER 9. DESTINATION

AMELIA VELASCO 208 557-5848 a. NAME OF CONSIGNEE

8. TO: Section C - Location & Description

a. NAME b. COMPANY b. STREET ADDRESS

c. STREET ADDRESS c. CITY

d. CITY e. STATE f. ZIP CODE d. STATE e. ZIP CODE

10. PLEASE FURNISH QUOTATIONS TO THE

ISSUING OFFICE IN BLOCK 5A ON OR

BEFORE CLOSE OF BUSINESS

IMPORTANT: This is a request for information, and quotations furnished are not offers. If you are unable to quote, please so indicate on this form and return it to the address in BLOCK 5A.

This request does not commit the Government to pay any costs incurred in the preparation of the

July 25, 2018 no later than 1:00 p.m. MST submission of this quotation or to contract for supplies or services. Supplies are of domestic origin unless otherwise indicated by quoter. Any representations and/or certifications attached to this Request for Quotations must be completed by the quoter.

11. SCHEDULE (Include applicable Federal, State and local taxes)

ITEM NO. SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

(a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) Newland Ranch Sewer Lift Station

Replacement Project , North Fork Ranger District, Salmon-Challis National Forest, Lemhi County, ID.

PRICE RANGE: The Government Estimate is between $25,000 and $100,000

PLEASE PLACE YOUR QUOTE IN SECTION B- SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

Quotes received after the exact time specified for receipt of quotes will not be considered.

FACSMILE (FAX) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

a. 10 CALENDAR DAYS (%) b. 20 CALENDAR DAYS c. 30 CALENDAR DAYS d. CALENDAR DAYS

12. DISCOUNT FOR PROMPT PAYMENT NUMBER PERCENTAGE

NOTE: Additional provisions and representations X are are not attached.

13. NAME AND ADDRESS OF QUOTER 14. SIGNATURE OF PERSON AUTHORIZED TO 15. DATE OF

a. NAME OF QUOTER SIGN QUOTATION QUOTATION

DUNS # _________________ CAGE CODE ____________

b. STREET ADDRESS 16. SIGNER

a. NAME (Type or print) b. TELEPHONE

c. COUNTY AREA CODE

d. CITY e. STATE f. ZIP CODE c. TITLE (Type or Print) NUMBER

NSN 7540-01-152-8084

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18-121 STANDARD FORM 18 (Rev. 6-95) Prescribed by GSA-FAR (48 CFR) 53.215-1(a)

PART I--THE SCHEDULE

SECTION B--SUPPLIES OR SERVICES AND PRICES

NEWLAND RANCH SEWER LIFT STATION REPLACEMENT

North Fork Ranger District

Salmon-Challis National Forest Lemhi County, Idaho

This solicitation and any resulting contract is a firm-fixed price type of contract, which under the definition in FAR 16.202-1, “this type of contract provides for a price that is not subject to any adjustment on the basis of the contractor’s cost experience in performing the contract. This contract type places upon the contractor maximum risk and full responsibility for all costs and resulting profit or loss.”

Quoter’s shall submit a quote for all items in the Schedule of Items. Failure to comply with the instructions may render your quote nonresponsive and ineligible for contract award.

Prices on the Schedule shall reflect Contractor’s full cost for materials, labor, supervision, overhead costs, and incidental items.

B- 1 - Schedule of Items

BASE ITEM

* Designated Method of Measurement:

LSQ - Lump Sum Quantities, AQ – Actual Quantities CQ – Contract Quantities

B-2 – Note to Quoters

Quote on all items. Only quotes to the nearest cent will be accepted.

The Government reserves the right to make an award on any item for a quantity less than the quantity offered, at the unit cost or prices offered, unless the quoter specifies otherwise in the quote.

Payment for bond premiums in accordance with FAR Clause 52.232-5, Payments under Fixed-Price Construction Contracts, shall not be in addition to the contract price. Include bond payments under 15101 Mobilization. Payment will be made on actual work performed.

Base Item

Item Description

Estimated Quantity

Pay Unit

Amount

Replace two existing 5‐hp grinder pumps, Meyers, MDL WG50H‐

21. Includes the installation of any required components at the pumps, and the modification of the existing control cabinet to assure compatibility with the new pumps, per Section C-2

1 LS

Repair/modify, or replace, the existing motor control center and float assemblies, must include new motor starters, alarm and led lamps indicating pump operation; Install a new stainless steel, Meyers SRA23HH, Lift‐Out Rail System, with stainless steel components, and associated braces and mounts; Replace two existing 5‐hp grinder pumps, Meyers, MDL WG50H‐21, per Section C-3

1 LS

TOTAL AMOUNT FOR ALL ITEMS $ _____________

1202NV18Q0123 Newland Ranch Sewer Lift Station Replacement

Under FAR Clause 52.236-7, Permit and Responsibilities, Contractors shall be responsible for complying with any Federal, State and municipal laws, codes and regulations applicable to the performance of the work.

Questions regarding assessment of Idaho Use Tax on Government Furnished Property should be directed to the Idaho State Tax Commission at (208) 799-3491.

B-3 – AGAR 452.211-71 EQUAL PRODUCTS OFFERED (NOV 1996)

(a) Offerors proposing to furnish an "equal" product, in accordance with the "Brand Name or Equal" provision of this solicitation, shall provide the following information for each offered "equal" product:

Contract Line Item Number (if any): _______________________________________

Brand Name or Equal Product identified by the Government in this solicitation:________________________________________________

Offered Product Name:_______________________________________ Catalog Description or part number:___________________________________________________ Manufacturer's Name:________________________________________ Manufacturer's Address:_________________________________________________________________

(b) Offerors are responsible for submitting all additional information on the above product necessary for the Contracting Officer to determine whether the product offered meets the "brand name or equal" product's salient characteristics listed in the solicitation.

SECTION C--DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATIONS/STATEMENT OF WORK

C- 1 - Project Description and Location

(a) Description of Work.

The purpose of this contract is to replace the sewer lift station at the Newland Ranger. The Newland Ranch Sewer Lift Station Replacement includes the following: furnish and install new pumps, controls, and other components to repair/update two sewer lift stations. Work includes, but is not limited to: providing and installing, four new pumps, and one pair of guide rails systems; updating one pump control panel as required, and repairing or replacing one control panel; providing spare wear components, and any modifications required to rehabilitate the pumping system to an operating status which will allow continuous and reliable operation of the wastewater system.

The purpose of this contract is to repair the system, with the minimal modifications necessary, to bring it back to a reliable operational status. This is to minimally include: the replacement of four pumps so they all match;

the repair or replacement of the motor control system, of the upper lift station, and verification of the control floats.

It is the intent of the Engineer to allow maximum flexibility to the Contractor by providing a minimal specification of materials, and equipment, thus allowing the Contractor to propose suitable equipment to accomplish the repair/modification of the system. It is the Contractor’s responsibility to provide a complete and operable system, which upon completion of the work:

Will continuously, and safely grind and transmit effluent from the compound to the lagoons, in response to the float control systems located in the pump wells.

1.) All work must comply with the latest editions, of the relevant elements, of the International Code Council family of codes. Also, included by reference is the National Electrical Code.

2.) All items provided must be U/L approved or equal.

3.) The work is for the US Government, on Government owned property, and is not subject to local permitting, or code compliance inspections.

All work will comply with relevant standards such as, but not limited to: International Plumbing Code; The International Electric Code, the National Electric Code, the standards of the National Sanitary Foundation; and, Idaho Department of Environmental Quality /EPA. The work is on US Government property, and not subject to State or Local Plumbing Codes, or permitting.

(b) Background The existing system was constructed in 1995. As of May of 2018 one lift pump had failed, in each of two lift stations. The control panel for the upper lift station is original and is in bad repair, with the audible alarm, and indicator lights not functioning. The system must be repaired/ replaced to allow the compound to function.

(b) Project Location.

From North Fork Idaho, travel to the USFS, Newland Ranch HWDS, located at 91 Salmon River Road, North Fork, Idaho 83466. Which is approximately 1 road-miles westerly from North Fork, Idaho, on the north-westerly side of the "River Road", FS Route 30, as you head downriver towards Corn Creek.

(c) Site Visit.

(See Section L, FAR Clause 52.236-27)

(d) Start Work.

It is estimated that work will begin August 1, 2018 or sooner depending on award date.

(e) Period of Performance.

(See Section F, FAR Clause 52.211-10.)

C- 2 – Item 1 Specifications Replace two existing 5-hp grinder pumps, Meyers, MDL WG50H-21, with new pumps with improved grinder assemblies designed to handle "Diaper Wipes". Includes the installation of any required components at the pumps, and the modification of the existing control cabinet to assure compatibility with the new pumps. Provide related consumable spares for a 24-month period of use.

Replace two existing single phase; 230‐Volt; 5‐hp grinder pumps; Meyers, Mdl WG50H‐21, with updated pumps. The existing pumps are rail mounted on a Meyers SRA23HH,(may be an old catalog number, units are the Meyers units designed to operate with the referenced pumps), Lift‐Out Rail System, with stainless steel components, which was installed in 2015. It is intended that the new pumps work with this rail system. The new pumps must have grinder assemblies specifically designed to cope with the nonwoven textile, “Diaper‐ Wipes”, which have become endemic in the waste stream. This item includes all necessary modifications to the existing plumbing, and electrical systems. At Contractor's option the pump well can be modified, and a new pump support/rail system may be installed. However when completed the same system must be in both Lift Stations.

Modify/repair existing control panel as necessary to be fully compatible with the new pumps. Verify that all components are functional. Minimally install new contacts in the motor starters. May require capacitors, contactors, etc., to match requirements of the new motors.

C- 3 – Item 2 Specifications Repair/modify, or replace, the existing motor control center and float assemblies, must include new motor starters, alarm and led lamps indicating pump operation; b) Remove existing Lift-Out Rail System, and Install a new stainless steel, Meyers SRA23HH, Lift-Out Rail System, with stainless steel components, and associated braces and mounts; c) Replace two existing 5-hp grinder pumps, Meyers, MDL WG50H-21, with new pumps with improved grinder assemblies designed to handle "Diaper Wipes". Provide related consumable spares for a 24- month period of use.

Replace two existing Single phase; 230‐Volt; 5‐hp grinder pumps; Meyers, MDL WG50H‐21, with updated pumps. The existing pumps are rail mounted on Meyers SRA23HH (may be an old catalog number, units are the Meyers units designed to operate with the referenced pumps), Lift‐Out Rail Systems, which were installed in 1995, and are failing. Pumps must match those installed in the Lower Lift Station.

Repair/modify, or replace, the existing motor control center and float assemblies, must include new motor starters, alarm and led lamps indicating pump operation. The decision on whether to install a new panel assembly or rebuild the existing one, is left to the contractor.

Install a new stainless steel, Meyers SRA23HH, (may be an old catalog number, units are the Meyers units designed to operate with the referenced pumps), Lift‐Out Rail System, with stainless steel components, and associated braces and mounts. Optionally the Contractor may install an “equal” system in both the lower and upper lift stations. At completion, the pump lift out system in both Lift Stations must be the same.

The “As‐Built” drawings from the 1995 Contract, are included for reference information only. No warranty is given that these drawings are fully accurate, as undocumented modifications may have been made as part of maintaining, the system over the intervening 20‐years. It is the Contractor’s responsibility to examine the work, and ascertain the complete nature and scope.

C- 4 – Technical Requirements The technical requirements are as follows:

Pumps:

1. Hydraulics:

a. To prevent drop out of sediments, a minimum flow rate of 55‐gpm, is required from a single pump, through the relevant discharge line.

b. Currently, from intake to the discharge point for both lift stations there is approximately 110‐ft TDH, at a flow of 65‐gpm, with one pump running. There is an increase to approximately 125‐ft TDH at 55‐gpm per pump, with both pumps running.

c. The pumps supplied, must have a pump curve which will operate efficiently under both conditions.

2. Electrical: Due to power system constraints, the pumps provided must operate on 230‐Volt, Single phase power, at a maximum running amperage of 34‐Amps.

3. Grinder assemblies must be designed to cope with nonwoven textile, “Diaper‐Wipes”, and be fully serviceable without disassembling the pump. Provide sufficient components required for routine maintenance/replacement of the cutter assemblies at the manufacturer’s recommended service interval for eight months per year, for three (2) years.

The systems are controlled by four floats. Contractor shall verify operation of floats, and condition of conductors, insulation, strain reliefs and connections, and replace any that are worn, or do not comply with current code(s).

The lowest is the enable float, which goes into the closed position as the fluid level in the pump well rises, and enables the pumps to run if the lower call float closes. As the well is evacuated by the running pump, the float drops to vertical and opens, turning the pump off. This float also resets the alternating relay.

The second float, is the call float for the first pump in the operating sequence. It is normally open when hanging, and closes on fluid rise. When closed the first pump is called and runs.

The third float, is the call float for the second pump, in the operating sequence. It is normally open when hanging, and closes on fluid rise. When closed the second pump is called and runs.

The fourth float is the alarm float. It is normally open when hanging, and closes on fluid rise. When closed the alarm system is engaged. The alarm system stays engaged until the fluid level drops, and the float goes vertical and opens.

C- 5 - Alarm system Shall include the following features:

1. An indicating light system consisting of a red flashing, or rotating light, of sufficient size, and luminescence that it can be seen at a distance of 2500‐feet, during day light.

2. An audible alarm of 95‐db minimum, at the lower lift station, and 105‐db minimum, at the upper lift station.

Audible alarm must be configured so it can be manually silenced, with a single button, for a period of four hours.

C- 6 - Motor Controls The final motor control system shall operate the pumps in response to the float system described above, and contain at a minimum:

1. An alternating relay system which will alternate on each cycling of the primary pump, which pump is the primary (first to start), on the next run sequence.

2. Motor starters correctly sized for the motors provided, with reset mechanisms.

3. Start and run capacitors as required for the supplied pumps.

4. A hand/off/auto switch for each pump.

5. Suitable circuit breakers to protect the system components.

C- 7 - Submittals

1. All submittals shall be in an editable PDF format to allow, the insertion of review comments and stamps.

2. All submittals shall bear an indication from the Contractor that they have been reviewed by the Contractor and will operate as an integrated part of the final project.

Pump Submittals, before ordering pumps: Submit manufacturer’s data on the proposed pumps, to include:

Operations and Maintenance Manuals, which include the relevant pump curve, and a full listing of repair parts, to allow determination of suitability. Manufacturer’s data must indicate that the grinder assembly has been engineered to cope with nonwoven textile, “Diaper‐Wipes”.

Controls Submittals, before ordering: Submit manufacturer’s data on the proposed replacement control panel, or replacement components to be provided. Indicate that components are compatible with the motors provided.

C- 8 - Final Submittals Compile a final As‐Built of the system, as modified, preferably in a PDF format.

Minimally it shall include:

1. Manufacturer’s data for pumps provided. (As stated under pumps.)

2. Accurate schematics for both control panel, and manufacturer’s data for all components.

3. As‐Built details of the final plumbing configuration, if modified. Include manufacturer’s data on any specialized items.

4. Manufacturer’s data, for the rail system(s) installed.

C- 9 – Field Work Notice The project area is located on the Salmon-Challis National Forest. The contractor will be working in remote areas and will be exposed to natural conditions including, but not limited to, traveling over uneven and rocky terrain, encounters with rattlesnakes and other wildlife, river crossings, poisonous plants, and inclement weather.

The contractor is responsible for ensuring that all employees are trained and have proper safety equipment prior to commencing work in the project area. No government-furnished property will be provided under this contract.

C- 10 – Biopreferred Products The Contractor must comply with the Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002 (FSRIA), 7 U.S.C.

8102; the Food, Conservation and Energy Act of 2008 (FCEA), 7 U.S.C. 8102; the Federal Acquisition Regulation; Executive Order (EO) 13514, “Federal Leadership in Environmental, Energy and Economic Performance,” dated October 5, 2009; EO 13423, “Strengthening Federal Environmental, Energy, and Transportation Management,” dated January 24, 2007; and Presidential Memorandum, “Driving Innovation and Creating Jobs in Rural America through Biobased and Sustainable Product Procurement,” dated February, 2012 to provide biobased products.

Finding BioPreferred products is simple, using the program’s online catalog. To view the catalog, go to www.biopreferred.gov.

http://www.biopreferred.gov/

C- 11 – Recycling and Disposal of Refuse With the exception of materials specifically indicated or specified to be salvaged for reuse in construction, or turned over to the Government, all refuse, excess or waste materials resulting from construction operations shall become the property of the Contractor and shall be recycled and/or disposed of. All disposals shall be in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations. No disposal, viewing or sale of materials and/or equipment shall be allowed on Government property.

C- 12 – Safety During the execution of this contract, the Contractor shall conform to the rules and regulations as set forth by OSHA Safety and Health Standards, 29 CFR Part 1926 - Safety and Health Regulations for Construction.

Smoking will not be permitted in any building or structure.

C- 13 – Temporary Facilities

(a) STAGING AREA: The Government will provide adequate staging area as close to the job site as practicable. The Contractor shall be responsible for protecting materials stockpiled against adverse weather, damage, theft, and other risks of loss. The Government assumes no responsibility for material or equipment left in the storage area.

(b) SANITARY FACILITIES: Toilet facilities will not be provided by the Government at job sites. The Contractor shall provide temporary toilet facilities (porta-potty) at the site during all construction work. Toilet facilities shall be provided at a rate of one stool for every 10 workers assigned or working on site with a minimum of one required.

(c) WATER AND ELECTRICITY: Water and utilities are not available at the site for construction purposes.

The Contractor will be responsible for coordinating the installation of temporary power for the site and the cost for the service.

C- 14 – Existing Utilities The Contractor shall field verify all utility locations before digging or trenching. This shall include, but not be limited to, the use of sonic, electronic or magnetic detection devices, by noting pull box and utility box locations at the surface, use of locator services, and by potholing. Contractor shall be responsible for repairing any utilities damaged during construction at no additional cost to the Government.

C- 15 - AGAR 452.211-73 Attachments to Statement of Work/Specifications (FEB 1988) The attachments to the Statement of Work/Specifications listed in Section J are hereby made part of this solicitation and any resultant contract.

NOTE: Offeror’s are cautioned to carefully review these Project Specifications prior to submission of offers. All specifications contained in Section J are binding on the parties signing the contract.

C- 16 – Replacement of Equipment Contractor shall provide quality equipment capable of safely performing the work under the terms of the contract. If equipment is rejected due to not meeting minimum requirements, including but not limited to safety and operability, or if it becomes inoperative, the Contractor shall correct the deficiencies or furnish replacement equipment meeting contract requirements within 2 calendar days. All repairs and costs associated with repairs or replacement are the responsibility of the Contractor.

C- 17 – Pollution and Erosion Control During all operations under this contract, the Contractor shall exercise reasonable measures to direct surface runoff water to stabilized waterways and to keep the drainage systems functioning effectively to prevent or minimize soil erosion and pollution of water and other resources. All refuse, including garbage, rubbish, and solid or liquid wastes from the Contractor’s operations, including camps, parking areas, and equipment maintenance areas shall be stored and collected in a sanitary manner and disposed of in a state-approved sanitary landfill.

C- 18 – Site Information and Limitation The following site conditions are considered incidental to the contract and the contractor will not be paid directly for any of the following items:

All construction equipment shall be pressure washed before entering National Forest System lands. The removal of mud and debris from treds, tracks and undercarriage, with emphasis on axles, frame, cross-members, motor mounts, and underneath steps, running boards, and front bumper/brushguard assemblies will be required. The purpose is to reduce or eliminate the transportation of noxious weeds, which is required by Federal and State regulations.

Utilities are not available at the site for construction purposes. The Contractor will be responsible for coordinating the installation of temporary power for the site and the cost for the service.

SECTION E--INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

E- 1 - FAR 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference (FEB 1998) This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es): www.arnet.gov/far/

FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION (48 CFR CHAPTER 1) CLAUSES

52.246-12 Inspection of Construction (AUG 1996)

E- 2 – Inspection of Worksite The Contractor acknowledges they have taken the necessary steps to ascertain the nature and location of work, and have investigated and satisfied themselves as to the general and local conditions that can affect the work or its cost. Any failure of the Contractor to take the actions described and acknowledged in this paragraph will not relieve the Contractor from the responsibility of estimating properly the difficulty and cost of successfully performing the work, or for proceeding to successfully perform the work without additional expenses to the government.

If the Government returns supplies or requires re-work, the Contractor shall be liable for all costs associated with the return of the supply or the re-work. The Contractor shall also bear the responsibility for the supplies while in transit.

E- 3 - Warranty A three year labor and material warranty shall be provided for the final system. This shall not be construed to cover routine maintenance of the system, such as replacing the cutter assemblies, but shall cover all non‐routine maintenance of the system and replacement of Contractor provided components if required. FAR clause 52.246- 21 Warranty of Construction is also applicable to this contract.

E- 4 – Pre-Final and Final Inspection

a. Pre-final Inspection: The Government may, at its own discretion, conduct a pre-final inspection prior to the contractor requesting a final inspection. Any discrepancies noted shall be corrected prior to final inspection.

b. Final Inspection: When the work is ready for final inspection, the Contractor shall submit a written request for the final inspection to the duly assigned Contracting Officer’s Representative at least seven (7) days prior to the desired final inspection date. The final inspection will be performed with the Contractor by the appropriate Government personnel. If any discrepancies are noted, they shall be handled in accordance with 52.246-12.

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SECTION F--DELIVERIES OR PERFORMANCE

F- 1 - FAR 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference (FEB 1998) This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es): www.arnet.gov/far/

52.242-14 Suspension of Work (APR 1984)

F- 2 - FAR 52.211-10 Commencement, Prosecution, and Completion of Work (APR 1984) The Contractor shall be required to (a) commence work under this contract within 10 calendar days after award,

(b) prosecute the work diligently, and (c) complete the entire work ready for use within 75 calendar days of notice to proceed. The time stated for completion shall include final cleanup of the premises.

F- 3 - FAR 52.236-1 Performance of Work by the Contractor (APR 1984) The Contractor shall perform on the site, and with its own organization, work equivalent to at least 15 percent of the total amount of work to be performed under the contract. This percentage may be reduced by a supplemental agreement to this contract if, during performing the work, the Contractor requests a reduction and the Contracting Officer determines that the reduction would be to the advantage of the Government.

SECTION H--SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

H- 1 - – Conditions on Use of Premisis (Camping)

(a) Camping areas for personnel are available. The Contractor should request information from the COR at the time of the pre-work meeting for available areas and issuance of a CAMPING PERMIT. Requirements contained in the camping permit will be enforced under this contract.

(b) Temporary structures such as tent frames, hitch racks, tents and tent pegs shall be removed at the end of the period of use, all evidence of the camp eliminated, and the site restored to its original condition. Final payment will not be authorized until the campsite has been cleaned up and the site is approved by the CO or designated representative.

(c) Livestock will not be permitted without written approval from the Contracting Officer.

(d) Refuse including waste materials, garbage, trash and other litter shall be kept in closed fly-proof containers and periodically hauled to an approved disposal facility located outside of the National Forest.

(e) Grey water shall not be placed in the existing vault toilet and must be removed to an established

Dump Station Facility.

(f) Black water – Contractor shall either:

1. Use the existing vault toilet and be responsible for pumping the vault and disposing of the waste at an approved waste facility after completion of the project.

2. Utilize portable toilet facilities that the contractor provides and maintains.

(g) The camp area shall be maintained to present a clean, neat, and orderly appearance. Disposal of trash and debris, unusable machinery, etc., shall be kept current. Building materials, firewood, etc., shall be neatly stacked. The campsite shall be left in a clean condition. Any clean-up work not accomplished by the Contractor at time of camp closure will be done by the Forest Service, and the actual cost of such clean-up will be deducted from payment otherwise due the Contractor.

H- 2 - AGAR 452.237-74 Key Personnel (FEB 1988)

(a) The Contractor shall assign to this contract the following key personnel: Project Foreman

(b) During the first ninety (90) days of performance, the Contractor shall make no substitutions of key personnel unless the substitution is necessitated by illness, death, or termination of employment. The Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer within 15 calendar days after the occurrence of any of these events and provide the information required by paragraph (c) below. After the initial 90-day period, the Contractor shall submit the information required by paragraph (c) to the Contracting Officer at least 15 days prior to making any permanent substitutions.

(c) The Contractor shall provide a detailed explanation of the circumstances necessitating the proposed substitutions, complete resumes for the proposed substitutes, and any additional information requested by the Contracting Officer. Proposed substitutes should have comparable qualifications to those of the persons being replaced. The Contracting Officer will notify the Contractor within 15 calendar days after receipt of all required information of the decision on substitutions. The contract will be modified to reflect any approved changes of key personnel.

H- 3 - Incidental Payment Items The intent of the contract is to provide for the complete construction of the project described in the contract.

Unless otherwise provided, the Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, tools, transportation, and supplies and perform all work required to complete the project in accordance with drawings, specifications, and provisions of the contract. Payment for contract work will be made only for and under those pay items included in the Schedule of Items. All other work and materials will be considered as incidental to and included in the payment for items shown.

H- 4 - Conformity With Drawings and Specifications Unless working tolerances are specified, all work performed and materials furnished shall be in reasonably close conformity with lines, grades, cross sections, dimensions, and material requirements shown on the drawings, indicated in the specifications, or designated on the ground. "Reasonably close conformity" is compliance with reasonable and customary manufacturing and construction tolerances.

H- 5 - Samples, Tests, Cited Specifications Reference made in the contract to specifications, standards, or test methods adopted by AASHTO, ASTM, GSA, or other recognized National technical associations, shall mean specifications, standards, or test methods (including interim or tentative issues) which are in effect on the date of the solicitation.

H- 6 - Barricades, Warning Signs, and Other Devices The Contractor shall provide, erect, and maintain all necessary barricades, suitable and sufficient lights, danger signals, signs and other traffic control devices, and shall take all necessary precautions for the protection of the work and safety of the public. The Public notification will be done by the Forest Service (radio and Newspaper notices).

The Contractor shall erect warning signs in advance at any place on the project where operations or haul may interfere with the use of the road by traffic and at all intermediate points where the new work crosses or coincides with an existing road or trail. All road barricades, warning signs, lights temporary signals, flagmen and pilot car operators and equipment, and other protective devices shall conform with Part 6 of the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), current edition, published by the Federal Highway Administration, and with all applicable safety codes. A sign plan shall be submitted to the CO for approval prior to installation of the signs. Specific locations shall be designated by the COR prior to installation. All signs shall be installed prior to commencing on-site work. This work shall be considered incidental to Item 00190, Mobilization. Signs will be placed facing the flow of traffic at the following sites: Trenches and other hazards will be signed and flagged in such a way that the public will be aware of the hazard.

H- 7 - Contract Administration

(a) CONTRACTING OFFICER means a person with the authority to enter into, administer and/or terminate contracts and make related determinations and findings. The Contracting Officer signs all contractual documents, approves and signs all modifications to contracts, processes and approves payment requests, reviews and makes final decisions on contractual discrepancies, and administers the contract. The Contracting Officer is the only authorized individual to make changes to a contract.

(b) CONTRACTING OFFICER'S REPRESENTATIVE. The Contracting Officer will designate a representative, hereinafter referred to as the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) or, alternatively, as the

Engineer, who will provide on-the-ground administration for the Government. The COR will be designated in writing and a copy of the designation will be furnished to the Contractor before or at the pre-work conference.

The Contractor is cautioned to read the COR designation because certain authority under the contract is reserved solely for the Contracting Officer. The term "Contracting Officer" as used throughout the contract shall be interpreted to include the Contracting Officer's designated representative(s) acting within the limits of their delegation of authority.

(c) CONTRACTOR'S REPRESENTATIVE. Any representative of the Contractor shall be designated in writing. The designation shall clearly indicate the name and limitations of authority, if any, of the representative.

H- 8 – Work Schedule A Work Schedule in either GANT chart, or Critical Path Method format, shall define the overall time required to perform the identified work. Each major task, including beginning time and ending time, shall be identified within the schedule. This schedule shall be provided to the COR for approval prior to the pre-work meeting.

Notify the Contracting Officer whenever there are significant departures from the approved Work Schedule.

Submit any requests to modify the Work Schedule, in writing to the Contracting Officer with an explanation for the deviation.

Work Schedule shall include, at a minimum, critical path activities. Some critical path activities include, but are not limited to the following: notice to proceed; the submittal submission; review process and lead time for delivery of all critical components; actual field time for installation and commissioning; final completion date.

H- 9 - Subcontract Data The Contractor shall submit an executed Statement and Acknowledgment Standard Form 1413, to the Contracting Officer for every subcontractor (including every subcontractor of the second or lower tier) that will be performing work at the construction site. This shall be submitted before the subcontractor begins work. This form provides an acknowledgment by the subcontractor that mandatory "flowdown" contract clauses have been included in their contract in accordance with FAR Clause 52.222-11. Completing this form creates no contractual relationship between subcontractors and the Government.

H-10 - Site Superintendent It shall be the responsibility of the Contractor to provide a responsible site superintendent to represent the Contractor in the field in all matters under this contract including, but not limited to construction, day-to-day coordination of activities, control over employees and subcontractors, and coordination with local Government personnel. The site superintendent shall be designated in writing. They shall be available on site in person to respond to any and all problems during normal working hours. The site superintendent shall be responsible for on-site Quality Control.

Site superintendent shall maintain on site a file containing the following project documents.

• Executed Copy of the Contract

• Contract Drawings

• Contract Specifications

• Quality Control Plan – (up to date)

• As-Built Drawing – (up to date) if required

• Work Orders

• Modifications

This file shall be maintained and available to the Contracting Officer upon request. If the Site Superintendent is replaced, the existing Superintendent shall review all documents and ongoing issues with the new Superintendent.

H-11 - Designation of Contracting Officer Representative Prior to the commencement of work, the COR will be designated. The COR is responsible for administering the performance of the work under this contract. In no event, however, will any understanding, agreement, modification, change order, or other matter deviating from the terms of this contract be effective or binding upon the Government unless formalized by the Contracting Officer prior to the completion of this contract.

H-12 - Prework Conference Prior to commencement of work, the Contracting Officer will arrange a meeting with the Contractor to discuss the contract terms and work performance requirements. Also at this meeting such things as work progress schedule, notice to proceeds, and fire prevention and suppression plans shall be developed and established in writing.

H- 13 - Fire Control

(a) Contractor's Responsibility for Contractor-Caused Fires. The Contractor, whether or not directed by the Forest Service, shall immediately extinguish, without expense to the Government, all fires on or in the vicinity of the project which are caused by Contractor's employees, whether set directly or indirectly as a result of Contractor operations. The Contractor may be held liable for all damages and costs of additional labor, subsistence, equipment, supplies, and transportation resulting from fires set or caused by the Contractor's employees or resulting from contract operations.

(b) Other Fires. For the purpose of fighting forest fires on or in the vicinity of the project which are not caused by the Contractor or the Contractor’s employees, the Contractor when requested by the Contracting Officer shall place the employees and equipment temporarily at the disposal of the Forest Service. Payment for such services will be made by the Government at not less than the current rate for fire-fighting services established by the Forest Service in the area concerned.

Any employees and equipment furnished will be relieved from fire fighting as soon as the Forest Service finds that it is practicable to employ other labor and equipment adequate for the protection of the area.

An equitable adjustment in contract time may be made for this period.

(c) Fire Protection Requirements - Fire Plan. At all times during closed fire season period, as specified by State law, the Contractor shall comply with each of the following provisions to the extent applicable to the Contractor’s operation under the contract.

(1) Fire Tools. The Contractor will provide for each employee in the contract area at least one approved handtool of a type appropriate in the contract area, such as shovel, pulaski, or ax. Tools required and furnished under (2) and (4) below, shall count toward fulfillment of the above requirement. Where additional tools, beyond those required under (2) and (4) below, are to be provided, the Contractor shall seal such tools in one or more boxes painted red and marked "Tools for Fire Only." All tools required herein shall be kept sharp and in good serviceable condition and maintained at locations to be designated by the Forest Service.

(2) Fire Extinguishers and Tools on Mobile or Stationary Equipment. Each unit of powered equipment used in connection with this contract, including automobiles, trucks, tractors, etc., shall be equipped with serviceable tools and fire extinguishers as follows:

One - fire extinguisher, dry chemical type of not less than 2-1/2 pound capacity with 4 BC or higher rating.

One - shovel, round point #0 lady or equal.

One - ax, 2 pounds or over, 26-inch minimum length, or one pulaski.

One - water container (at least 1-gallon capacity), not required with stationary equipment.

(3) Spark Arresters. Each internal combustion engine shall be provided with a spark arrester or spark arresting device approved by the Forest Service. Exceptions where the Forest Service may approve mufflers, or other equipment in lieu of spark arresters qualified and rated under Forest Service Standard 5100-1a are: (a) small multiposition engines, such as chain saws, shall meet Society of Automotive Engineers J335b standards;

(b) passenger-carrying vehicles and light trucks may have baffle-type mufflers with tail pipe; (c) heavy-duty trucks may have a vertical stack exhaust system and muffler, provided the exhaust stack extends above the cab of the vehicle. An exhaust-driven turbocharger is considered to be a satisfactory spark arrester. Internal combustion engine exhaust systems, arresters, and other devices must be properly installed and maintained.

(4) Powersaws. For each powersaw used in connection with this contract, the following will be provided:

One - shovel, round point #0 lady or equal. Shovel must be immediately available for use.

One - Fire extinguisher, containing not less than 8 ounces of extinguisher fluid, or a dry chemical powder-type of not less than 1-pound capacity. The extinguisher must be immediately accessible to the saw operator at all times.

Any fueling or refueling of a powersaw shall only be done in an area which has first been cleared or is free of all material capable of carrying fire; powersaw shall be moved at least 10 feet from place of fueling before starting.

(5) Blasting. Fuse or prima cord shall not be used unless authorized in writing by the COR with special precautions stated.

(6) Smoking. Smoking shall not be permitted within the contract area except on surfaced or dirt roads, at landings, within closed vehicles, in camps, or at other posted places, and shall never be allowed while working or traveling on foot.

(7) Storage of Petroleum and Other Highly Flammable Products. Gasoline, oil, grease, or other highly flammable material will be stored either in a separate building used exclusively for such storage, or at a site where all combustible debris and vegetation is cleared away within a radius of 25 feet. Fire extinguishers and/or sand barrels may be required at such locations specified by the Forest Service when unusually hazardous conditions exist.

(8) Debris Burning and Warming Fires. Burning permits will be required for all debris burning fires.

Lunch and warming fires may be allowed in fireproofed areas during periods of low fire danger if and as specified in the fire plan. Such fires must not be left burning unattended.

(9) Precautions for Stoves. Stovepipes on all temporary buildings, trailers, and tents using wood burning stoves, will be equipped with roof jacks and serviceable spark arresters of mesh with openings no larger than 5/8 inch.

All stovepipes, inside and out, will not be closer than 2 feet from any wood or other flammable material or 1 foot if the combustible material is protected by a metal or asbestos shield.

(10) Welding. Welding or use of cutting torches will be permitted only in areas that have been cleared or are free of all material capable of carrying fire. Flammable debris and vegetation must be removed from within a minimum of 10 feet radius of all welding and cutting torch operations. A shovel and a 5-gallon standard backpack water container (filled) with handpump attached, shall be immediately available for use in the event of a fire start.

(11) Fire Plan. Prior to initiating work on the contract area, during the closed fire season period, a fire prevention and suppression plan will usually be prepared. The Contractor and the Forest Service will jointly prepare this plan. Such plan shall include a detailed list of men and equipment at the Contractor's disposal for implementing the plan. The fire plan shall also specify additional measures and/or special requirements, such as Hoot Owl restrictions, necessary during periods of critical fire weather conditions.

When Hoot Owl restrictions are invoked, the Forest Service may curtail or shut down all or portions of a Contractor's operations. The following requirements may be imposed:

(i) All high fire risk operations could be terminated at 1300 local time.

(ii) All burning could be stopped, including debris burning fires.

(iii) Patrolman may be required for a period of 2 hours after high fire risk operations and 1 hour after end of work shift. The Contractor shall provide the patrolman unless the contract is for equipment rental, in which case the Government will provide the patrolman.

(12) Pump and Trailer. Not required.

(13) Burning. Before starting any open burning, the Contractor shall comply with the following:

(i) Submit a burning plan, subject to approval by the Contracting Officer, designed to minimize the impact on air quality and to lessen any fire damage.

(ii) Obtain a burning permit from the District Ranger.

(iii) Use weather forecasts as far as possible in scheduling burning for more favorable dispersal of smoke.

(iv) Fuel shall be reasonably free of dirt and piled to facilitate rapid and complete combustion.

Piles shall be tended during burning operations to maintain combustion and to eliminate unnecessary smudges.

Piles shall be patrolled during off-work hours to avoid wildfires.

(v) Unless fire season controls dictate otherwise, burning shall be scheduled, as far as practicable, for the most favorable conditions during the burning period.

(vi) Under certain atmospheric conditions, smoke accumulations may become excessive and in these cases, the Regional Forester may, at his/her discretion, prohibit all open burning for definite periods within specific areas of the National Forest.

H- 14 - Cleaning Equipment All equipment used on the site shall be cleaned and inspected off National Forest land prior to its arrival on the site. The equipment must be 1) free of all mud, seeds, plants, and plant fragments; and 2) free of oil, fuel, or toxic leaks that would wash off into the water. Notify the Contracting Officer 48 hours in advance of mobilizing equipment to the site to arrange an inspection.

(a) Prior to mobilization to the project site and all subsequent move-ins, clean all equipment at a location off the National Forest System lands. Clean equipment to remove all dirt, plant parts, and other material that could carry noxious weed seeds. Have the cleaning approved by the CO prior to entering and operating equipment within the project location. Cleaning service vehicles and vehicles used for transportation of personnel is not required.

(b) The Contractor must clean off road equipment prior to moving between sites that are known to be infested with weeds and other sites on this project that are free of such weeds.

(c) The Contractor shall make all construction equipment available for inspection by the Forest Service at an agreed upon location.