Solicitation.pdf

INTERMOUNTAIN REGION INSTRUCTIONAL COVER SHEET

ISSUING OFFICE:

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

FOREST SERVICE

IDAWY ACQUISITION SERVICE CENTER

1405 HOLLIPARK DRIVE

IDAHO FALLS, ID 83401

SOLICITATION NO. 1202NV19R0004

OFFERS ARE SOLICITED FOR: LOWER CLEAR CREEK TRAIL BRIDGE

SET-ASIDE: TOTAL SMALL BUSINESS SET-ASIDE

IMPORTANT – NOTICE TO QUOTER:

AT A MINIMUM, QUOTER SHALL SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS BACK WITH THEIR RESPONSE

TO THIS SOLICITATION:

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

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

3.Technical Proposal (Pages 55-56)

4.Representations and Certifications (Pages 45-50). (Complete the Representations and Certifications electronically via the System for Award Management (SAM) website at https://www.sam.gov)

5. Acknowledgement of Amendment (If Any)

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

Return to: IDAWY Acquisition Service Center 1405 Hollipark Drive Idaho Falls, ID 83401 Solicitation No. 1202NV19R00004

IT IS REQUIRED THAT ALL CONTRACTOR’S BE REGISTERED IN THE SYSTEM FOR AWARD

MANAGEMENT SYSTEM 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 FEDBIZOPS.

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1202NV19R0004 Lower Clear Creek Trail Bridge Replacement Bridger-Teton National Forest

REQUEST FOR QUOTATION PAGE OF PAGES

(THIS IS NOT AN ORDER) THIS RFQ X IS IS NOT A SMALL BUSINESS SET- ASIDE 1 56

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

1202NV19R0004 03/25/2019 UNDER BDSA REG. 2

AND/OR DMS REG. 1

5a. ISSUED BY 6. DELIVER BY (Date) USDA - Forest Service Region 4, Acquisition Management IDAWY Acquisition Service Center 1405 Hollipark Drive

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

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 (Date)

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

No later than July 3, 2019 1:00 pm 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) Lower Clear Creek Trail Replacement, Bridger-Teton National Forest, Sublette County, Wyoming

PLEASE PLACE YOUR QUOTE IN SECTION B-1

SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

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

Facsimile 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 NO. _____________ TIN NO.___________________

CAGE Code (see FAR Provision 52.204-16) ________________

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

LOWER CLEAR CREEK TRAIL BRIDGE REPLACEMENT

Pinedale Ranger District

Sublette County, Wyoming

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.”

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

B- 1 - Schedule of Items

Pay Item

Item Description MM* Estimated

Quantity Pay Unit

Unit Price

Amount

15101 Mobilization LSQ 1 LS $________ $________

15201 Construction Survey and Staking LSQ 1 LS $________ $________

15701 Soil Erosion and Pollution Control LSQ 1 LS $________ $________

20101 Clearing and Grubbing LSQ 1 LS $________ $________

20301 Removal of Existing Timber Bridge LSQ 1 LS $________ $________

20401 Trail Excavation and Embankment LSQ 1 LS $________ $________

20801 Structure Excavation and Backfill LSQ 1 LS $________ $________

57101 60’ Prefabricated Trail Bridge Superstructure, Design, Fabricate, Transport and Install

LSQ

1 LS

62901 Geocell Abutment Foundation System Complete LSQ 1 LS $________ $________

63001 Gabion Basket Abutment Foundation System Complete LSQ 1 LS $________ $________

TOTAL AMOUNT OFFERED (All Items) $________

* Designated Method of Measurement:

CQ - Contract Quantities, AQ - Actual Quantities, LSQ - Lump Sum Quantities, SQ - Staked Quantities, B- 2 - Payment for Bond Premiums

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.

B- 3 - Written Acceptance

Any contract resulting from this solicitation will require written acceptance within 10 days of receipt by the Contractor.

SECTION C - DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATIONS/STATEMENT OF WORK

C- 1 - Project Description and Location

(a) Description of Work.

The scope of this project includes all work required for the completion of the items identified in the contract documents for the purchase/delivery/installation of a new pedestrian/stock trail bridge, and removal of the existing bridge. Prior to delivery, the bridge manufacturer shall dry fit/preassembled, the complete bridge system. All holes shall be pre-drilled. All bridge members shall be marked in a way that they can be easily reassembled at the project location. This shall be done in order to prevent the need for field drilling, cutting, or treatment of any bridge members.

The site is identified below:

Lower Clear Creek Bridge (S4 T38N R108W) 43°17'32.79"N 109°49'54.30"W

This bridge is part of the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail (CDNST) - This portion of the CDNST trail is also know locally as part of the the Loop/Highline Trail (FS Trail 7094) near Pinedale, WY.

All work shall be in compliance with the contract documents. Work includes, but is not limited to:

construction of foundations for a new pedestrian/stock bridge, installation of a new pedestrian/stock bridge, installation of timber rub rails/deck/running planks, realignment and new construction of the trail necessary to tie in with the new bridge location, rehabilitation of the existing trail portion that will be abandoned, and the removal of the existing bridge structure and components.

This bridge is located completely within the designated Bridger Wilderness. All Wilderness Act regulations and requirements will apply unless noted otherwise in the contract documents.

(b) Project Location.

The Lower Clear Creek Bridge is located on the Bridger-Teton National Forest, in the Bridger Wilderness, between the Upper and Lower Green River Lakes, and approximately 53 miles from Pinedale, Wyoming.

Since this project will be completed in the Bridger Wilderness, the contractor shall comply with the Wilderness Act. Tools, parts, supplies can be driven to within approximately 2.5 miles of the bridge site.

From that point the necessary labor, tools, and supplies can be transported to the site via a small motorized boat to the Wilderness boundary and within approximately 1500 feet of bridge site. From the wilderness boundary, the contractor could float the necessary items to the bridge site with a non-motorized or non-mechanized craft to the bridge site. In no instance can any motors or mechanized equipment pass beyond the wilderness boundary for this project. The contractor can also pack in by foot or stock the necessary labor, tools, and supplies for assembly the bridge.

To reach the bridge site from Pinedale, travel approximately 6 miles west on Highway 191 to the intersection of State Highway (SH) 352. Turn north onto SH 352, and travel approximately 25 miles to the Forest Boundary. From the Forest Boundary continue straight on to the Union Pass/Green River Lakes (FS Rd 370600/370650) for approximately 19 miles until you reach the Green River Lakes administrative site that includes the Green River Lakes Lodge/Trailhead/ and Campground. The bridge is approximately 2.5 miles southeast of the end of the Green River Lakes road and the Green River Lakes administrative site. As mentioned above, from the administrative site, the site can be accessed via a non-motorized trail maintained for horses and hikers. Personnel can also get to within approximately 1500 feet of the bridge site by using small motorized boats to cross the Lower Green River Lake and stopping at the southern shoreline which is also the Wilderness boundary. The boat launch site for the Lower Green River Lake is small, gravel surfaced, and a shallow site, which will limit the size of the boat(s) used to cross the lake.

Also, there is no constructed boat landing on the southeast shoreline. From the southeast shoreline and wilderness boundary any materials, tools, or supplies would need to be transported to the bridge site via non-motorized or non-mechanized means.

(c) Price Range. Government Cost Estimate, per FAR 36.204, Between $100,000 and $250,000.

(d) Site Visit. (See Section L, FAR Clause 52.236-27)

(e) Start Work.

It is estimated that work can begin August 2019.

(f) Period of Performance. (See Section F, FAR Clause 52.211-10.)

C- 2 - Government-Furnished Property

The Government will provide the following items of Government property to the Contractor for use in the performance of this contract. This property shall be used and maintained by the Contractor in accordance with the provisions of the “Government Property” FAR clause contained elsewhere in the contract. The following items will be government furnished:

• None

C- 3 – Public Access to Site

The Forest requires the contractor to maintain safe public access throughout the duration of the project.

Any detours or disruptions to public access will require prior notification and approval from the Pinedale District Ranger and CO. The contractor must obtain this approval a minimum of 14 days prior to any disruptive action. The trail shall not be closed during the following holidays and special events:

• Memorial Day weekend

• 4th of July weekend

• Green River Rendezvous weekend (the second full weekend in July)

• Labor Day weekend

C- 4 – Site Information and Limitations

The following site conditions are considered incidental to the contract and the contractor will not be paid directly for any of the following items:

• Depending on the snow year, the site is commonly accessible between June 15th and October 30th of most years. However the best time to install the bridge would likely be between July 15th and September 30th.

• Utilities are not available at the site for construction purposes.

C- 5 - Contractor Requirements

• All existing vegetation outside construction and clearing limits and not shown to be removed shall be preserved and protected.

• The Contractor shall establish a delivery schedule in cooperation with the bridge manufacturer and provide the Bridger-Teton National Forest 30 days prior notice of the intended installation dates.

C- 6 – Resource Protection Measures (RPM)

The contractor shall adhere to the following Resource Protection Measures (RPM) for each resource area:

Wilderness 1.) The contractor will be briefed on minimum impact/leave no trace ethics prior to starting work in the wilderness and will follow minimum impact/leave no trace ethics while working in the wilderness. Minimal camping and staging of materials for the project may be allowed in designated areas inside the wilderness boundary, if approved in writing by the Pinedale District Ranger at the time of the project implementation.

2.) Pack stock used to support project work will be tied and/or held in such a way as to minimize soil disturbance and avoid loss of native/desirable vegetation.

3.) Pack stock transportation will be restricted to weekdays and non-holidays when possible to minimize impacts to wilderness visitors.

4.) Motorized tools and mechanical transport will be prohibited in the wilderness.

5.) Bridge design and materials will be compatible with the wilderness setting.

6.) Old bridge materials: Nails, bolts, metal, and any treated bridge materials will be packed out using pack stock and/or taken out by boat.

7.) Staging of materials, tools and supplies will be coordinated with the COR and

Wilderness Specialist to ensure safety for all and avoid conflicts with the general public, Special-Use Permittees, and other users of the trailhead and trail.

8.) The existing bridges will not be deconstructed prior to providing alternative public access that is equivalent to the existing access.

9.) Borrow sources for gravel and fine material will be weed-free, located off trail, and rehabilitated to a natural appearance following use. Rock will be obtained from the existing piers or collected across a dispersed area to avoid removing noticeable quantities from any single concentrated area. Materials can be located within 1 mile of the bridge site.

Fisheries/Hydrology 1.) Clearing of riparian vegetation will be minimized to that necessary for bridge construction and generally limited to the immediate bridge sites to conserve existing vegetation for shade and stream bank stability.

2.) Native materials collected on site (e.g., logs, slash, rock, gravel, fine material, etc.) for construction and rehabilitation activities will be collected from areas outside of the ordinary high water mark (i.e., the bankfull channel).

3.) Best Management Practices (BMPs) for using treated wood in aquatic environments will be followed.

4.) If using any watercraft for this project, the State of Wyoming and the Forest Service require proof of aquatic invasive free equipment for use in Wyoming waters, including a current Wyoming State aquatic invasive sticker. For more information and for Wyoming requirements visit https://wgfd.wyo.gov/ais and https://wgfd.wyo.gov/Fishing-and- Boating/Aquatic-Invasive-Species-Prevention/AIS-Boating-Information

5.) All tools and boots/waders will be cleaned of mud, dirt, or plant materials before entering the National Forest and when leaving the work site to prevent the introduction or spread of aquatic nuisance species.

6.) If fords are improved to accommodate project activities or provide temporary access around the bridge sites, they will be restored to pre-project conditions upon completion of the project. Any channel or soil disturbance caused by the use of fords during bridge construction will be naturalized using native materials.

Soils

1.) Slash will be used to stabilize bare soils and streambanks during and following project implementation. Slash of mixed sizes (at least 50% < 6 inches diameter) will be placed over approximately 65−70% of the bare soil and streambanks to a depth of approximately 2−3 inches where available (approximately 10-15 tons/acre). Most slash will be in direct contact with the soil surface.

2.) Social trails established during construction that are not part of the National Forest trail system will be decommissioned after use. Decommissioning will include:

a. Scarify and decompact the trail tread to a depth of at least 6 inches using hand tools. Decompaction techniques should avoid mixing topsoil (4-6 inches in depth) with infertile subsoil below (> 6 inches).

b. Native duff will be placed over the decompacted area to re-introduce soil microbial populations and native seed.

c. Slash will be placed over decommissioned trails to provide shading and prevent erosion.

Wildlife 1.) To eliminate the chance of habituating grizzly and black bears and other wildlife, food and garbage will be stored in a hard sided vehicle or other approved bear resistant container throughout the duration of the project. Food and other bear attractants will be stored in compliance with the Bridger-Teton National Forest Food Storage Order. (See Food Storage Order)

2.) If any threatened, endangered, or sensitive species are located/encountered during project layout or implementation, the CO will be notified. The CO will consult with the botanist, wildlife, or fisheries biologist. Management activities will be altered, if necessary, so the resource is protected.

Cultural Resources

1.) If previously unrecorded heritage resources are encountered during project implementation, activities will be halted and the CO will be notified. The CO will consult with the archeologist. If necessary, additional RPMs will be devised in consultation with the State Historic Preservation Office.

Botany

1.) If new occurrences of Federally-listed or Region 4 sensitive plants are detected within the project area, activities will be halted, and the CO will be notified. The CO will consult with the botanist so protective measures may be revised, additional buffers implemented, or activity timing restrictions applied.

2.) All revegetation efforts will use native material collected on site.

https://wgfd.wyo.gov/ais https://wgfd.wyo.gov/Fishing-and-Boating/Aquatic-Invasive-Species-Prevention/AIS-Boating-Information https://wgfd.wyo.gov/Fishing-and-Boating/Aquatic-Invasive-Species-Prevention/AIS-Boating-Information

Noxious Weeds 1.) In order to prevent the introduction or potential spread of nonnative, or noxious weeds the contractor will be required to clean all equipment, tools, and supplies prior to entering the National Forest.

2.) Implement required weed protection measures outlined in Forest Service Manual 2080 (Noxious Weed Management) including:

a) The Forest requires all hay and straw to be certified Weed Free, and the contractor will be required to furnish proof of certification. Stock should be fed weed free feed 1-2 days prior to entering the National Forest. Brush stock to remove any weed seed prior to entering the Forest. No hay or straw is allowed in the designated Bridger Wilderness.

b) Work crews will regularly inspect, remove, and properly dispose of weed seed and plant parts found on their clothing and tools.

C- 7 – Staging and Storage Areas

The Pinedale District and the Contracting Officer (CO) will identify a roughly 1.5 acre staging/laydown/assembly area outside the wilderness boundary and approximately 3 miles north of the bridge site.

C- 8 – Inspection of Worksite

The contractor acknowledges that 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.

C- 9 – 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.

C-10 – 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-11 – 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-12 – Submittals

(a) Definition: Submittals - Product literature, catalog cuts, product samples, shop drawings, as-built drawings, Quality Control Plans, and other documents submitted to the Contracting Officer for information or for review and approval when required.

(b) Submittals shall be presented in two copies unless indicated otherwise. The Contracting Officer will return one copy of the submittal to the Contractor, whether approved or rejected.

(c) Salient characteristics of the materials proposed for use shall be clearly identified in the submittal. The Project Site Superintendent shall certify that he has reviewed the submittal and has determined that the submittal is in full compliance with the requirements of the Contract. Illegible, incomplete, or uncertified submittals may be rejected.

(d) Submittals shall be approved by the Contracting Officer prior to any work being performed on the contract or materials being delivered to the job site.

(e) Review of submittals, and corrections or comments made during the review, does not relieve the Contractor from compliance with the requirements of this Contract.

(f) Allow 14 calendar days for government review of submittals. Review time shall commence upon receipt of a satisfactory submittal certified by the Project/Site Superintendent containing all information required to completely and thoroughly evaluate the submittal. Time shall start anew for each submittal and any required resubmissions.

C-13 – Hazardous Material Identification

Submit Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for any materials defined as hazardous under the most current revision of Federal Standard 313. Two copies of each MSDS shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer no later than the delivery date of the product.

C-14 – Standard Specifications For Construction Of Roads And Bridges on Federal Highway Projects

The Standard Specifications for Construction of Roads and Bridges on Federal Highway Projects, FP- 14, U.S. Customary Units (FHWA-FLH-03-002) are included by reference. The requirements contained in these specifications are hereby made a part of this solicitation and any resultant contract. Supplemental Project Specifications (SPS) amend or supplement the standard specifications. The Supplemental Project Specifications are included as a separate attached document and are a part of this solicitation and any resulting contract. The following list of Standard and Supplemental Project Specifications are applicable to this project.

Section 101 – Terms, Format, and Definitions Section 102 – Bid, Award, and Execution of Contract Section 103 – Scope of Work Section 104 – Control of Work Section 105 – Control of Material Section 106 – Acceptance of Work Section 107 – Legal Relations and Responsibility to the Public Section 108 – Prosecution and Progress Section 109 – Measurement and Payment Section 151 – Mobilization Section 152 – Constructino Survey and Staking Section 155 – Schedules for Construction Contracts Section 157 – Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Section 171 – Weed and Disease Prevention Section 201 – Clearing and Grubbing Section 203 – Removal of Structures and Obstructions Section 204 – Excavation and Embankment Section 207 – Earthwork and Geosynthetics Section 208 – Structure Excavation and Backfill for Selected Major Structures Section 571 – Prefabricated Bridges Section 629 – Rolled Erosion Control Products & Cellular Confinement Systems Section 630 – Gabion Basket Abutment Foundation System

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

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): Federal Acquisition Regulations - http://www.acquisition.gov/far and the Agriculture Acquisition Regulations – http://www.usda.gov/procurement/policy/agar.html.

FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION (48 CFR CHAPTER 1) CLAUSES

52.246-12 Inspection of Construction (AUG 1996)

E- 2 – 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.

http://www.acquisition.gov/far http://www.usda.gov/procurement/policy/agar.html

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): Federal Acquisition

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 the date the Contractor receives the notice to proceed, (b) prosecute the work diligently, and (c) complete the entire work ready for use not later than September 15, 2020. The time stated for completion shall include final cleanup of the premises.

SECTION H - SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

H- 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): Federal Acquisition

AGRICULTURE ACQUISITION REGULATION (48 CFR CHAPTER 4) CLAUSES

452.236-72 Use of Premises (NOV 1996)

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

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

(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 – General Requirements in a Designated Wilderness and the Bridger Wilderness

Trails listed in the Schedule of Items and shown on the project maps as being located in the Bridger Wilderness are subject to prohibitions on the use of mechanized transportation and motorized equipment.

Chainsaws, generators, motorized hand tools, battery operated equipment, and wheelbarrows are among the prohibited items. The COR, in consultation with Wilderness and Trails Program Manager will review contractor equipment for compliance prior to commencement of work.

General Wilderness Prohibitions Motorized equipment and equipment used for mechanical transport is generally prohibited on all federal lands designated as wilderness. This includes the use of motor vehicles, motorboats, motorized equipment, bicycles, hang gliders, wagons, carts, portage wheels, and the landing of aircraft including helicopters, unless provided for in specific legislation.

These general prohibitions have been implemented for all national forest wildernesses in order to implement the provisions of the Wilderness Act of 1964. The Wilderness Act requires management of human-caused impacts and protection of the area's wilderness character to insure that it is "unimpaired for the future use and enjoyment as wilderness." Use of the equipment listed as prohibited in wilderness is inconsistent with the provision in the Wilderness Act which mandates opportunities for solitude or primitive recreation and that wilderness is a place that is in contrast with areas where people and their works are dominant.

Wilderness-Specific Regulations

All Visitors

1) Group size is limited to no more than 15 people. Larger groups must split into two or more smaller groups and remain a minimum of 2 miles apart.

2) All organized groups (Scouts, church groups, clubs, etc.) must have a visitor permit. Free permits are available at Pinedale Ranger District, P.O. Box 220, Pinedale, WY 82941, or by calling 307- 367-54326.

3) Campfires are prohibited above timberline.

4) Do not cut or remove standing wood (either dead or live).

5) Campsites and campfires must be at least 200 feet away from lake or trail and at least 100 feet away from any stream, creek, or spring.

6) Overnight visitors cannot occupy any single location longer than 16 days.

7) Temporary camp structures such as hitching racks, tent frames, or temporary tables cannot be nailed or permanently attached to any trees and must be dismantled after the use period (maximum of 16 days).

8) For the purpose of minimizing adverse interactions between bears and humans, it is required that all food and refuse be acceptably stored as stated in the Food Storage Order.

9) Storing equipment, personal property, or supplies (caching) is prohibited.

10) Do not shortcut switchbacks.

11) As with all designated Wilderness, mechanical transportation (including wagons, game carts, and other vehicles) is prohibited.

Stock Users

1) Groups are limited to no more than 25 head of pack or saddle stock.

2) Overnight campers with pack and saddle stock must have a visitor permit. Free permits are available at Pinedale Ranger District, P.O. Box 220, Pinedale, WY 82941, or by calling 307-367- 4326.

3) Possessing bulk hay or straw is prohibited.

4) Free trailing of pack or saddle stock is prohibited.

5) Hitching, tethering, or picketing pack or saddle stock within 200 feet of any lake or 100 feet of any stream or other free-flowing water is prohibited.

6) Pack or saddle stock must be tied so as not to cause injury or damage to any tree, vegetation, or soil.

Leave No Trace Principles

1) Plan Ahead and Prepare

a) Know the regulations and special concerns for the area you'll visit.

b) Prepare for extreme weather, hazards, and emergencies.

c) Schedule your trip to avoid times of high use.

d) Visit in small groups when possible. Consider splitting larger groups into smaller groups.

e) Repackage food to minimize waste.

f) Use a map and compass to eliminate the use of marking paint, rock cairns or flagging.

2) Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces

a) Durable surfaces include established trails and campsites, rock, gravel, dry grasses or snow.

b) Protect riparian areas by camping at least 200 feet from lakes and streams.

c) Good campsites are found, not made. Altering a site is not necessary.

d) In popular areas:

e) Concentrate use on existing trails and campsites.

f) Walk single file in the middle of the trail, even when wet or muddy.

g) Keep campsites small. Focus activity in areas where vegetation is absent.

h) In pristine areas:

i) Disperse use to prevent the creation of campsites and trails.

j) Avoid places where impacts are just beginning.

3) Dispose of Waste Properly

a) Pack it in, pack it out. Inspect your campsite and rest areas for trash or spilled foods. Pack out all trash, leftover food and litter.

b) Deposit solid human waste in catholes dug 6 to 8 inches deep, at least 200 feet from water, camp and trails. Cover and disguise the cathole when finished.

c) Pack out toilet paper and hygiene products.

d) To wash yourself or your dishes, carry water 200 feet away from streams or lakes and use small amounts of biodegradable soap. Scatter strained dishwater.

4) Leave What You Find

a) Preserve the past: examine, but do not touch cultural or historic structures and artifacts.

b) Leave rocks, plants and other natural objects as you find them.

c) Avoid introducing or transporting non-native species.

d) Do not build structures, furniture, or dig trenches.

5) Minimize Campfire Impacts

a) Campfires can cause lasting impacts to the environment. Use a lightweight stove for cooking and enjoy a candle lantern for light.

b) Where fires are permitted, use established fire rings, fire pans, or mound fires.

c) Keep fires small. Only use sticks from the ground that can be broken by hand.

d) Burn all wood and coals to ash, put out campfires completely, then scatter cool ashes.

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a) Observe wildlife from a distance. Do not follow or approach them.

b) Never feed animals. Feeding wildlife damages their health, alters natural behaviors, and exposes them to predators and other dangers.

c) Protect wildlife and your food by storing rations and trash securely.

d) Control pets at all times, or leave them at home.

e) Avoid wildlife during sensitive times: mating, nesting, raising young, or winter.

7) Be Considerate of Other Visitors

a) Respect other visitors and protect the quality of their experience.

b) Be courteous. Yield to other users on the trail.

c) Step to the downhill side of the trail when encountering pack stock.

d) Take breaks and camp away from trails and other visitors.

e) Let nature's sounds prevail. Avoid loud voices and noises.

H- 4 – 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:

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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- 5 – 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- 6 – 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- 7 – Local Material Sources

(a) Designated Sources-- Borrow sources for gravel and fine material will be weed-free, located off trail, and rehabilitated to a natural appearance following use. Rock will be obtained from the existing piers or collected across a dispersed area to avoid removing noticeable quantities from any single concentrated area.

Materials can be located within 1 mile of the bridge site. The Government assumes responsibility for the quality and quantity of material in the source. The Contractor shall determine the equipment and work required to produce the specified product.

Should the designated source, due to causes beyond the control of the Contractor, contain insufficient suitable material, the Government will provide another source with an equitable adjustment in accordance with the Differing Site Conditions and Changes clauses.

(b) Contractor-Furnished Sources--When the material sources are not designated as provided above or the Contractor elects not to use designated sources, the Contractor shall be responsible for providing the specified product with no adjustment in contract price, unless weight/volume relationship differences between designated source material and Contractor-furnished source material result in financial disadvantage to the Government. Quality testing shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. Test results shall be furnished to the Contracting Officer.

H- 8 – 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- 9 – 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. Roads and trails closed to traffic shall be protected by effective barricades. Suitable warning signs shall be provided to properly control and direct traffic.

The Contractor shall erect warning signs in advance to any place on the project where operations may interfere with the use of the road or trail 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, except for special devices, shall conform with Part VI of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways, published by the Federal Highway Administration and applicable safety codes.

Necessary warning signs and guards shall be posted during blasting operations to safeguard the public.

H-10 – 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.