Attachment 1_Performance Work Statement_NZ Blowdown.pdf

Performance Work Statement (PWS) Project Title: Windblown Trees Processing and Decking Services

Location: Pomeroy Ranger District

1. Scope The contractor shall provide all labor, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, and transportation necessary to safely fell and deck designated trees within the project area. Work shall be performed in accordance with applicable forestry safety standards and environmental regulations.

2. Background On December 16th and 17th, 2025 the local area experienced a wind event with sustained high wind speeds, as high as 100 mph which resulted in isolated pockets and large swaths of blown down trees or trees snapped at the bole.

The purpose of this project is to assist with the salvage of windthrown trees across the Pomeroy Ranger District. Processing, decking and piling blown-down material is necessary to help reduce potential insect and disease infestations, reduce hazardous fuel loading, and retain economic value of the wood material.

3. Objectives

• The purpose of the project is to clear and process windblown debris on and along the road prisms identified below and as shown on the Contract Area Map.

o Road Systems: The following road systems, and associated spur roads, are mandatory for debris clearing, processing, and decking. Additional roads may be added, in the vicinity, if there are days remaining days on contract, and in agreeance with CO and Contractor.

FSR 40-240

FSR 4027

FSR 40-360

Following road systems are optional as funds are made available:

FSR 42-140

FSR 46-300

• Minimize environmental disturbance and comply with erosion control measures.

4. Requirements

• Processing:

o All downed green material on the road prims, and up to 300’ off the prisms outside of sensitive areas and on slopes less than 35%, should be processed to log lengths, to the specifications described below, and staged along the road systems within the project boundary.

o Brush generated from the processing the material shall be piled no larger than 20’ by 20’ and free of soil or other large debris.

• Decking:

o Log Length Specifications: All downed green logs greater than 8” DBH (diameter at breast height) shall be processed to a 6” top DIB (diameter inside bark) and into lengths of either 16’6” or 33’.

o Stack logs neatly in stable decks at designated landings.

o Ensure decks are accessible for loading equipment.

o Keep decks free of excessive debris and slash.

• Safety & Compliance:

• Follow OSHA logging safety standards (29 CFR 1910.266).

• Maintain first-aid kits and fire suppression equipment on site.

• Comply with all federal, state, and local environmental regulations.

5. Deliverables

• Completion of processing and decking for all downed trees within the project boundaries.

• Daily progress reports including number of trees felled, decked, and any incidents.

• Final completion report with photographic documentation.

6. Period of Performance

• Date of Award – October 30, 2027

• Work shall start within 10 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed.

7. Government-Furnished Property/Services The Government will provide:

• Maps of areas to process, decked and piled.

• Access to staging areas and landings.

8. Quality Assurance The COR will inspect work daily to ensure compliance with specifications. Non-conforming work must be corrected at no additional cost to the Government.