1240LT22R0023.pdf

PROCUREMENT & PROPERTY SERVICES INSTRUCTIONAL COVER SHEET

ISSUING OFFICE:

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

FOREST SERVICE

INTERMOUNTAIN REGION PPS/CSA #8

1249 S VINNELL WAY, SUITE 200 BOISE,

ID 83709

SOLICITATION NO. 1240LT22R0023

OFFERS ARE SOLICITED FOR: GAOA Jenkins Crossing Trail Bridge Replacement

IMPORTANT – NOTICE TO OFFEROR:

1. This is a complete copy. Information and instructions for submission of proposals as well as contract provisions and specifications are contained in this OFFEROR REFERENCE COPY. This copy should be retained by offerors.

2. Note: An offer guarantee (Bid Bond) IS REQUIRED. Performance and Payment Bonds will be required of the successful offeror. (See Section I, FAR Clause 52.228-15.)

3. All questions regarding this solicitation must be in writing and addressed to the Contracting Officer email Tanya Spanfellner- tanya.spanfellner@usda.gov.

All questions must be received no later than MARCH 3, 2022 by 1630 MT to be considered prior to solicitation close date.

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

RESPONSE TO THIS SOLICITATION:

1. SF-1442, Complete, date, and sign.

Provide DUNS NUMBER OR UNIQUE IDENTIFER and email address. Block 14

2. Representations and Certifications Section K 52.204-8. You must complete Representations and Certifications via SAM, please only submit a response to Paragraph (b)(1) Pg. 37.

3. Provide information required Section L Addenda to FAR clause 52.215-1, paragraph c

4. Fill out the pricing schedule for all items Section B-Schedule, Page 4

5. Provide Liability insurance verification

6. Complete Determination of responsibility, Attach 5

7. Submit Bid Guarantee 52.228-1-20% of your price

PROPOSALS ARE DUE MARCH 15, 2022 BY 1630 MT

Return to:

NAME: TANYA SPANFELLNER

Email:tanya.spanfellner@usda.gov Solicitation No. 1240LT22R0023

ONLY EMAIL PROPOSALS ARE BEING ACCPETED

Please keep a copy of your quote for your records.

NO PAPER SOLICITATIONS SHALL BE ISSUED.

IT IS THE OFFERORS RESPONSIBILITY TO WATCH FOR ANY AND ALL AMENDMENTS TO THE

SOLICITATION

mailto:Spanfellner-tanya.spanfellner@usda.gov tspanfellner Highlight

SOLICITATION, OFFER,

AND AWARD

2. TYPE OF SOLICITATION

6. PROJECT NO. 4. CONTRACT NO. 5. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUEST NO.

PAGE OF PAGES

7. ISSUED BY CODE 8. ADDRESS OFFER TO

SOLICITATION

(Construction, Alteration, or Repair)

1. SOLICITATION NO. 3. DATE ISSUED

IMPORTANT -- The "offer" section on the reverse must be fully completed by offeror.

9.

INFORMATION

a. NAME b. TELEPHONE NO. (Include area code) (NO COLLECT CALLS)

NOTE: In sealed bid solicitations "offer" and "offeror" mean "bid" and "bidder."

CALL:

FOR

SEALED BID (IFB)

NEGOTIATED (RFP)

1052190

USDA-FS CSA INTERMOUNTAIN 8

1249 S VINNELL WAY

SUITE 200

BOISE ID 83709

40LT

TANYA SPANFELLNER 208-258-1041

GAOA

x 02/09/2022

1240LT22R0023

10. THE GOVERNMENT REQUIRES PERFORMANCE OF THE WORK DESCRIBED IN THESE DOCUMENTS (Title, identifying no., date)

GAOA Jenkins Crossing trail Bridge Replacement

The estimated price range is between $250,000 and $500,000.

Completion Date: October 31, 2022

11. The Contractor shall begin performance

12a. THE CONTRACTOR MUST FURNISH ANY REQUIRED PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT BONDS?

award, notice to proceed. The performance period is mandatory negotiable. (See ________________________________________________.)

13. ADDITIONAL SOLICITATION REQUIREMENTS:

a. Sealed offers in original and is not required.is, b. An offer guarantee

c. All offers are subject to the (1) work requirements, and (2) other provisions and clauses incorporated in the solicitation in full text or by reference.

(date). If this is a sealed bid solicitation, offers will be publicly opened at that time. Sealed envelopes containing offers shall be marked to show the offeror's name and address, the solicitation number, and the date and time offers are due.

d. Offers providing less than

12b. CALENDAR DAYSYES NO

(If "YES", indicate within how many calendar days after award in Item 12b.)

10 calendar days and complete it within ________________ _____________ 0 calendar days after receiving

Section F, 52.211-10

03/15/2022

NSN 7540-01-155-3212

x x x x copies to perform the work required are due at the place specified in Item 8 by _____________ ___________________ (hour) local time calendar days for Government acceptance after the date offers are due will not be considered and will be rejected . _________________

STANDARD FORM 1442 (Rev. 4-85)

Prescribed by GSA

FAR(48 CFR) 53.236-1(d)

17. The offeror agrees to perform the work required at the prices specified below in strict accordance with the terms of this solicitation, if this offer is accepted by the Government in writing within ____________________ calendar days after the date offers are due. (Insert any number equal to or greater than the minimum requirement stated in item 13d. Failure to insert any number means the offeror accepts the minimum in item 13d.)

14. NAME AND ADDRESS OF OFFEROR (Include ZIP Code) 15. TELEPHONE NO. (Include area code)

16. REMITTANCE ADDRESS (Include only if different than item 14.)

CODE FACILITY CODE

AMOUNTS

18. The offeror agrees to furnish any required performance and payment bonds.

19. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF AMENDMENTS

OFFER (Must be fully completed by offeror)

(The offeror acknowledges receipt of amendments to the solicitation -- give number and date of each)

AMENDMENT NO.

DATE.

20a. NAME AND TITLE OF PERSON AUTHORIZED TO SIGN OFFER (Type or print) 20b. SIGNATURE 20c. OFFER DATE

AWARD (To be completed by Government)

21. ITEMS ACCEPTED:

22. AMOUNT 23. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA

24. SUBMIT INVOICES TO ADDRESS SHOWN IN

(4 copies unless otherwise specified)

ITEM 25. OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION PURSUANT TO

26. ADMINISTERED BY CODE 27. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY

CONTRACTING OFFICER WILL COMPLETE ITEM 28 OR 29 AS APPLICABLE

(Contractor is required to sign this document and return (Contractor is not required to sign this document.)

Your offer on this solicitation is hereby accepted as to the items listed. This award consummates the contract, which consists of (a) the Government solicitation and your offer, and (b) this contract award.

No further contractual document is necessary.

30a. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTOR OR PERSON AUTHORIZED TO SIGN (Type or print) 31a. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

30b. SIGNATURE 30c. DATE 31b. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 31c. DATE

BY

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USDA-FS CSA INTERMOUNTAIN 8

1249 S VINNELL WAY

SUITE 200

BOISE ID 83709

40LT

TANYA I. SPANFELLNER

28. NEGOTIATED AGREEMENT 29. AWARD

Contractor agrees to furnish and deliver all items or perform all work requirements identified on this form and any continuation sheets for the consideration stated in this contract. The rights and obligations of the parties to this contract shall be governed by (a) this contract award, (b) the solicitation, and (c) the clauses, representations, copies to issuing office.)

10 U.S.C. 2304(c) 41 U.S.C. 253(c)

STANDARD FORM 1442 (REV. 4-85) BACK

Continued...

DUNS No.: or Unique Entity Identifier SAM No.___________________________________________

ITEM NO.

(A)

SUPPLIES/SERVICES

(B)

QUANTITY

(C)

UNIT

(D)

UNIT PRICE

(E)

AMOUNT

(F)

NAME OF OFFEROR OR CONTRACTOR

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CONTINUATION SHEET

REFERENCE NO. OF DOCUMENT BEING CONTINUED PAGE OF

1240LT22R0023

Delivery: 06/25/2021

Delivery Location Code: 02WW

PAYETTE NATIONAL FOREST

PAYETTE NATIONAL FOREST

500 N MISSION ST

MCCALL ID 83638 US

Period of Performance: 04/15/2022 to 10/31/2022

0001 Construction, GAOA Jenkins Crossing Trail Bridge

Replacement

See Schedule of Items

NSN 7540-01-152-8067 OPTIONAL FORM 336 (4-86)

Sponsored by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.110

Table of Contents

PART I—THE SCHEDULE

SECTION B--SUPPLIES OR SERVICES AND PRICES/COSTS

B.1 SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

B.2 SCHEDULE NOTES

SECTION C--DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATIONS/STATEMENT OF WORK

C.1 SCOPE OF CONTRACT

C.2 PROJECT LOCATON

C.3 MAGNITUDE OF CONSTRUCTION PROJECT

C.4 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

SECTION D--PACKAGING AND MARKING

D-1 PACKING AND MARKING

D-2 PROJECT LABELING FOR OFFICIAL CORRESPONDENCE

SECTION E--INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

E.1 CLAUSES

SECTION F--DELIVERIES OR PERFORMANCE

F.1 CLAUSES

F.2 OTHER REQUIREMENTS

SECTION G--CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION DATA

G.1 CLAUSES

G.2 OTHER REQUIREMENTS

SECTION H--SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

H.1 CLAUSES

H.2 OTHER REQUIREMENTS

PART II--CONTRACT CLAUSES

SECTION I--CONTRACT CLAUSES

I.1 CLAUSES

PART III--LIST OF DOCUMENTS, EXHIBITS, AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS

SECTION J--LIST OF ATTACHMENTS

J.1 ATTACHMENTS

PART IV--REPRESENTATIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS

SECTION K--REPRESENTATIONS, CERTIFICATIONS, AND

OTHER STATEMENTS OF OFFERORS OR RESPONDENTS

K.1 PROVISIONS

SECTION L--INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS, AND NOTICES TO OFFERORS OR RESPONDENTS

L.1 PROVISIONS

SECTION M--EVALUATION FACTORS FOR AWARD

Solicitation No.: 1240LT22R0023

M.1 PROVISIONS ........................................................................... Error! Bookmark not defined.

M.2 PROPOSAL EVALUATION

M.3 TECHNICAL EVALUATION FACTORS

PART I—THE SCHEDULE

SECTION B--SUPPLIES OR SERVICES AND PRICES/COSTS

B.1 SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

(A sample schedule from the USDA desk book is included below. Tailor to meet your needs or insert your own schedule here).

Item Supplies/Services Qty Unit of

Issue Unit Price Total Price

151-01 Mobilization (Includes helicopter) 1 LSQ $ $ 157-01 Soil Erosion and Pollution Control 1 LSQ $ $ 203-01 Removal and Disposal of Bridge 1 LSQ $ $ 208-01 Structure Excavation and Blackfill 1 LSQ $ $ 261-01 Goecell Abutment Stabilization, 6”

Depth

2 LSQ $ $

571-01 Design, Purchase, and Transport, Prefabricated Steel Trail Bridge and Precast Concrete Grade Beams to Staging Area

1 LSQ $ $

571-02 Install Prefabricated Modular Steel 1 LSQ $ $

Total $

B.2 SCHEDULE NOTES

Note: * Next to an Item Number indicates that the quantity shown is a Contract Quantity per FP-14 Specification 109.02.

The offeror shall insert a quote in the Bid Schedule opposite each pay name listed in the Schedule. A quote is not to be tendered for any item not listed. All other items not listed are incidental to one of the items above.

B-2 - NOTE: Payment for bond premiums in accordance with Clause 52.232-5, Payments under Fixed-Price Construction Contracts, shall not be in addition to the contract price. Include bond payments under 151.01 Mobilization. Payment will be made on actual work performed as described in FP14 109.01 unless otherwise noted.

One award will be made from this solicitation, contractors must submit pricing for all items.

SECTION C--DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATIONS/STATEMENT OF WORK

C.1 SCOPE OF CONTRACT

A. This project consists of design (taking the government drwawings to a fabricator and having them do shop drawings), purchasing, delivering and installing a 60 foot span prefabricated steel truss trail bridge and 2 precast concrete grade beams. The site is remote and will require the use of a helicopter for transport. The contractor is responsible for coordinating the weight of the various bridge components with the available helicopter.

B. The existing bridge will be removed. All nonnative components must be removed from the forest.

Existing stringers will be left on site but moved from across the river as directed by the COR.

C. Quantities associated with this work are identified in the Schedule of Items.

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

purchase, transportation, and installation of a new pedestrian/stock/2 wheel motorized bridge, grade beams, and approaches as per the attached plans, and the removal of the existing bridge structure and components.

The Contracting Officers Representative (COR) will designate a staging/laydown/assembly area at the construction site. Limited camping for project personnel will be allowed at the site with permission of the COR. Staging of materials for the project will be allowed in designated areas inside the project boundary if approved in writing by the COR at the time of the project implementation.

Any detours or disruptions to public access will require prior notification and approval from the COR and CO. The contractor must obtain this approval a minimum of 14 days prior to any disruptive action.

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

RESOURCE PROTECTION MEASURES (RPM)

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

General

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 at the site.

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

4.) Old bridge materials: Nails, bolts, metal, timber decking, timber railing, concrete and any other non native bridge materials will be removed from the forest or disposed of as per COR direction.

5.) Staging of materials, tools and supplies will be coordinated with the COR to ensure safety for all and to avoid conflicts with the general public and other users of the trailhead and trail.

6.) Borrow sources for gravel and fine material will be weed-free, located off trail, and rehabilitated to a natural appearance following use. Borrow shall be obtained only from areas designated by the

COR.

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 Idaho and the Forest Service require proof of aquatic invasive free equipment for use in Idaho waters, including a current Idaho State aquatic invasive sticker.

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.

Wildlife

1.) To eliminate the chance of habituating 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 current best practices.

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.

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.

1. The trail and or bridge may be closed when needed and approved by the Forest Service, such as during construction. The Contractor must notify the Forest Service 14 days in advance of any trail or bridge closure.

The Forest Service will issue a closure order to the public. The Contractor will be responsible for signing and limiting public access with fencing.

2. All construction equipment shall be pressure washed before entering National Forest System lands. The removal of mud and debris from treads, 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.

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

TRAFFIC CONTROL AND CONSTRUCTION SIGNING

No work that endangers, interferes, or conflicts with traffic or access to work sites shall be performed until a plan for satisfactory warning and handling of traffic has been submitted by the contractor and approved by the COR and Wyoming Department of Transportation. Construction signing for traffic control shall conform to the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). All traffic control signs will be placed in areas adequate for a truck pulling a fifth wheel trailer to be turned around. Contractor shall not be paid directly for this item, rather it will be considered incidental to other items of work listed in the Schedule of Items.

WORK CAMPS, STAGING AND STORAGE AREAS

Areas for staging operations and storage of materials shall be approved by the COR.

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.

C.3 MAGNITUDE OF CONSTRUCTION PROJECT

Estimated Price Between $250,000 and $500,000.

The Jenkins Crossing Bridge spans French Creek on the Payette National Forest, approximately 25 miles North of McCall Idaho. Coordinates are Lat 45.2850 Long -116.0448. Access to the site is limited to two wheel motorized, hiking, or pack stock by trail. The bridge will have to be flown in.

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:

C.2 PROJECT LOCATON

C.4 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

The following specifications are attached. Some sections in the schedule of items refer to other sections not listed and are subsidiary to, or are included in payment for other pay items in this contract. These items are considered incidental and no additional compensation will be made.

The Forest Service, US Department of Agriculture has adopted FP-14 for construction of National Forest System Roads. https://highways.dot.gov/federal-lands/specs

101 - Terms, Format, and Definitions 102 - Bid, Award, and Execution of Contract 103 - Scope of Work 104 - Control of Work 105 - Control of Material 106 - Acceptance of Work 107 - Legal Relations and Responsibility to the Public 108 - Prosecution and Progress 109 - Measurement and Payment 151 - Mobilization 152 - Construction Survey and Staking 154 – Contractor Sampling and Testing 155 - Schedules for Construction Contracts 156 - Public Traffic 157 - Soil Erosion Control 171 - Weed and Disease Prevention 201 - Clearing and Grubbing 204 - Excavation and Embankment 208 – Structure Excavation and Backfill For Selected Major Structures 251 - Riprap 308 – Minor Crushed Aggregate 552 – Structural Concrete 556 - Bridge Railing 571 - Prefabricated Bridges 705 - Rock

SECTION D--PACKAGING AND MARKING

D-1 PACKING AND MARKING

All shipments of materials, equipment and/or supplies shall be addressed to the Contractor and not to the Government.

D-2 PROJECT LABELING FOR OFFICIAL CORRESPONDENCE

The Government singularly identifies each project with a contract number at time of award. The contract number is a unique identifier to purposely and permanently represent an awarded project. The Government issued contract number is to be referenced on all official communication starting upon notice of award.

SECTION E--INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

E.1 CLAUSES

52.246-12 Inspection of Construction (AUG 1996)

SECTION F--DELIVERIES OR PERFORMANCE

F.1 CLAUSES

52.242-14 Suspension of Work (APR 1984)

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 October 31, 2022. The time stated for completion shall include final cleanup of the premises.

SECTION G--CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION DATA

G.1 CLAUSES

G.2 OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Post Award Conference (NOV 1996)

A post award conference with the successful offeror is required. It will be scheduled and held within 10 days after the date of contract award. The conference will be held at TBD.

SECTION H--SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

H.1 CLAUSES

H.2 OTHER REQUIREMENTS

KEY PERSONNEL

(a) The Contractor shall assign to this contract the following key personnel: Contracting Representative and Forman.

(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.

USE OF PREMISES

(a) Before any camp, quarry, borrow pit, storage, detour, or bypass site, other than shown on the drawings, is opened or operated on USDA land or lands administered by the USDA, the Contractor shall obtain written permission from the Contracting Officer. A camp is interpreted to include a campsite or trailer parking area of any employee working on the project for the Contractor.

(b) Unless excepted elsewhere in the contract, the Contractor shall (i) provide and maintain sanitation facilities for the work force at the site and (ii) dispose of solid waste in accordance with applicable Federal, State and local regulations.

ARCHAEOLOGICAL OR HISTORIC SITES

If a previously unidentified archaeological or historic site(s) is encountered, the Contractor shall discontinue work in the general area of the site(s) and notify the Contracting Officer immediately.

CONTROL OF EROSION, SEDIMENTATION, AND POLLUTION

(a) Operations shall be scheduled and conducted to minimize erosion of soils and to prevent silting and muddying of streams, rivers, irrigation systems, and impoundments (lakes, reservoirs, etc.).

(b) Pollutants such as fuels, lubricants, bitumens, raw sewage, and other harmful materials shall not be discharged on the ground; into or nearby rivers, streams, or impoundments; or into natural or man-made channels. Wash water or waste from concrete or aggregate operations shall not be allowed to enter live streams prior to treatment by filtration, settling, or other means sufficient to reduce the sediment content to not more than that of the stream into which it is discharged.

(c) Mechanized equipment shall not be operated in flowing streams without written approval by the Contracting Officer.

INSURANCE COVERAGE

Pursuant to FAR clause 52.228-5, Insurance-Work on a Government Installation, the Contractor will be required to present evidence to show, as a minimum, the amounts of insurance coverage indicated below:

(a) Workers Compensation and Employer's Liability. The Contractor is required to comply with applicable Federal and State workers' compensation and occupational disease statutes. If occupational diseases are not compensable under those statutes, they shall be covered under the employer's liability section of the insurance policy, except when contract operations are so commingled with a Contractor's commercial operations that it would not be practical to require this coverage. Employer's liability coverage of at least $100,000 shall be required, except in States with exclusive or monopolistic funds that do not permit worker's compensation to be written by private carriers.

(b) General Liability. (1) The Contractor shall have bodily injury liability coverage written on a comprehensive form of policy of at least $500,000 per occurrence.

(c) Automobile Liability. The Contractor shall have automobile liability insurance written on a comprehensive form of policy. The policy shall provide for bodily injury and property damage liability covering the operation of all automobiles used in connection with performing the contract. Policies covering automobiles operated in the United States shall provide coverage of at least $200,000 per person and $500,000 per occurrence for bodily injury and $20,000 per occurrence for property damage or loss.

(d) Aircraft Public and Passenger Liability. When aircraft are used in connection with performing the contract, the Contractor shall have aircraft public and passenger liability insurance. Coverage shall be at least $200,000 per person and $500,000 per occurrence for bodily injury, other than passenger injury. Coverage for passenger injury shall be at least $200,000 multiplied by the number of seats or passengers, whichever is greater.

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.

Barricades, Warning Signs, and Other Devices

No separate payment will be made for traffic control. Traffic control is an indirect pay item with 151.-1 Mobilization. See supplemental specification 156 - Public Traffic.

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 closed to traffic shall be protected by effective barricades, and obstructions shall be illuminated during the hours of darkness. 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.

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.

Weed-Free Equipment

In order to prevent the potential spread of noxious weeds into the project area, the Contractor shall be required to furnish the Contracting Officer with proof of weed-free equipment.

The following is considered proof of weed-free equipment:

The Contractor will be required to clean all construction equipment (equipment that operates off existing roads) prior to entry on the project area. This cleaning shall remove all dirt and plant parts and material that may carry noxious weed seeds into the project area. Only construction equipment inspected by the Contracting Officer will be allowed to operate within the project area. All subsequent move-ins of construction equipment shall be treated the same as the initial move-in.

Prior to initial move-in of all construction equipment, and all subsequent move-ins, the Contractor shall make equipment available for inspection at an agreed location.

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.

Invoice Processing Platform (IPP)

The Forest Service is utilizing the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) for the electronic submission and tracking of contracts/purchase orders, invoices, and payment information. IPP is a secure Government-wide, Web-based invoice processing service. Visit http://www.ipp.gov to learn more.

Upon award of a contract, Contractors must register at https://www.ipp.gov/vendors/enrollment-vendors.htm.

Contractors shall submit all invoices electronically via IPP. Paper copies of invoices will no longer be accepted.

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.

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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. The Contractor shall provide at a location satisfactory to the Contracting Officer, a serviceable truck or trailer, equipped with a fire fighting tanker unit to be kept ready for instant use for suppressing forest fires. The unit shall consist of a tank of not less than 100-gallon capacity upon which shall be mounted a live hose reel or live hose basket with 250 feet of at least ¾-inch I.D. heavy-duty rubber hose; a portable or power takeoff pump with discharge capacity of at least 10 gallons per minute at 150 P.S.I. pressure.

Gear type pumps shall be provided with a bypass or pressure relief valve so that the hose nozzle may be shut while the pump is operating. Each tanker unit shall have a hose nozzle of the shut-off type, adjustable for straight stream, spray or fog, at least 12 feet of 1-inch suction hose with an intake screen, and additional 250 feet of 3/4 – inch heavy-duty rubber hose or 1-inch cotton jacket rubber-lined or linen hose to be carried on the unit for use as needed. Tools, adapters, accessories and fuel necessary to operate the pump and truck or trailer shall be provided.

If a trailer is used, a serviceable vehicle with proper trailer tow hitch shall be located at a point satisfactory to the Contracting Officer. Where water is available, a supply sufficient for rapidly filling the water tank shall be provided at one or more accessible points along or adjacent to the main truck roads.

(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.

PART II--CONTRACT CLAUSES

SECTION I--CONTRACT CLAUSES

I.1 CLAUSES

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 Regulation (FAR) Clauses: https://www.acquisition.gov/browse/index/far (FAR clauses begin with 52) Department of Agriculture Acquisition Regulation (AGAR) Clauses: https://www.acquisition.gov/agar (AGAR clauses begin with 452) Deviations to clauses may be viewed at:

https://www.dm.usda.gov/procurement/policy/FARClassDeviations.htm

52.202-1 Definitions (JUN 2020) 52.203-3 Gratuities (APR 1984) 52.203-5 Covenant against Contingent Fees (MAY 2014) 52.203-6 Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government (JUN 2020) 52.203-7 Anti-Kickback Procedures (JUN 2020) 52.203-8 Cancellation, Rescission, and Recovery of Funds for Illegal or Improper Activity (MAY 2014) 52.203-10 Price or Fee Adjustment for Illegal or Improper Activity (MAY 2014) 52.203-12 Limitation on Payments to Influence Certain Federal Transactions (JUN 2020) 52.203-17 Contractor Employee Whistleblower Rights & Requirements to Inform Employees of

Whistleblower Rights (JUN 2020) 52.203-19 Prohibition on Requiring Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements (JAN 2017) 52.204-4 Printed or Copied Double-Sided on Postconsumer Fiber Content Paper (MAY 2011) 52.204-10 Reporting Executive Compensation and First-Tier Subcontract Awards (JUN 2020) 52.204-13 System for Award Management Maintenance (OCT 2018) 52.204-18 Commercial and Government Entity Code Maintenance (AUG 2020) 52.204-19 Incorporation by Reference of Representations and Certifications (DEC 2014) 52.204-23 Prohibition on Contracting for Hardware, Software, and Services Developed or Provided by

Kaspersky Lab and Other Covered Entities (NOV 2021) 52.204-25 Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or

Equipment (NOV 2021) 52.209-6 Protecting the Government's Interest when Subcontracting with Contractors Debarred, Suspended, or Proposed for Debarment (NOV 2021) 52.209-10 Prohibition on Contracting with Inverted Domestic Corporations (NOV 2015) 52.215-2 Audit and Records -- Negotiation (JUN 2020) 52.215-8 Order of Precedence—Uniform Contract Format (OCT 1997) 52.219-6 Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside (NOV 2020) 52.219-8 Utilization of Small Business Concerns (OCT 2018) 52.219-14 Limitations on Subcontracting (SEP 2021)

[Contracting Officer check as appropriate.] ☐ By the end of the base term of the contract and then by the end of each subsequent option period; or ☐ By the end of the performance period for each order issued under the contract.

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Post Award Small Business Program Rerepresentation (SEP 2021) Convict Labor (JUN 2003) Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards -- Overtime Compensation (MAY 2018) Construction Wage Rate Requirement (AUG 2018) Withholding of Funds (MAY 2014) Payrolls and Basic Records (JUL 2021) Apprentices and Trainees (JUL 2005) Compliance with Copeland Act Requirements (FEB 1988) Subcontracts (Labor Standards) (MAY 2014) Contract Termination - Debarment (MAY 2014) Compliance with Construction Wage Rate Requirements and Related Regulations (MAY 2014) Disputes Concerning Labor Standards (FEB 1988) Certification of Eligibility (MAY 2014) Prohibition of Segregated Facilities (APR 2015) Equal Opportunity (APR 2016) Affirmative Action Compliance Requirements for Construction (APR 2015) Construction Wage Rate Requirements-Price Adjustment (None or Separately Specified Pricing Method) (AUG 2018) Equal Opportunity for Veterans (JUN 2020) Equal Opportunity for Workers with Disabilities (JUN 2020) Employment Reports on Veterans (JUN 2020) Notification of Employee Rights Under National Labor Relations Act (DEC 2010) Combating Trafficking in Persons (NOV 2021) Employment Eligibility Verification (NOV 2021) Minimum Wages under Executive Order 13658 (JAN 2022) Paid Sick Leave under Executive Order 13706 (JAN 2022 Drug-Free Workplace (MAY 2001) Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging While Driving (JUN 2020) Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases (FEB 2021) Utilization of Indian Organizations and Indian-Owned Economic Enterprises (JUN 2000) Authorization and Consent (JUN 2020) Notice and Assistance Regarding Patent and Copyright Infringement (JUN 2020) Patent Indemnity -- Construction Contracts (DEC 2007) Additional Bond Security (OCT 1997) Insurance – Work on a Government Installation (JAN 1997) Prospective Subcontractor Requests for Bonds (MAY 2014) Irrevocable Letter of Credit (NOV 2014) Federal, State, and Local Taxes (FEB 2013) Payments under Fixed-Price Construction Contracts (MAY 2014) Interest (MAY 2014) Assignment of Claims (MAY 2014) Prompt Payment for Construction Contracts (JAN 2017) Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer – System for Award Management (OCT 2018) Unenforceability of Unauthorized Obligations (JUN 2013) Disputes (MAY 2014) Alt 1 (DEC 1991) Protest after Award (AUG 1996) Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim (OCT 2004) Differing Site Conditions (APR 1984) Site Investigation and Conditions Affecting the Work (APR 1984) Material and Workmanship (APR 1984) Superintendence by the Contractor (APR 1984)

52.236-7 Permits and Responsibilities (NOV 1991) 52.236-8 Other Contracts (APR 1984) 52.236-9 Protection of Existing Vegetation, Structures, Equipment, Utilities, and Improvements (APR

1984) 52.236-10 Operations and Storage Areas (APR 1984) 52.236-11 Use and Possession Prior to Completion (APR 1984) 52.236-12 Cleaning Up (APR 1984) 52.236-13 Accident Prevention (NOV 1991)

Alternate I (NOV 1991) 52.236-14 Availability and Use of Utility Services (APR 1984) 52.236-15 Schedules for Construction Contracts (APR 1984) 52.236-16 Quantity Surveys (APR 1984)

Alternate 1 (APR 1984) 52.236-17 Layout of Work (APR 1984) 52.236-21 Specifications and Drawings for Construction (FEB 1997)

Alternate I (APR 1984) Alternate II (APR 1984)

52.242-5 Payments to Small Business Subcontractors (JAN 2017) 52.242-13 Bankruptcy (JUL 1995) 52.243-4 Changes (JUN 2007) 52.244-2 Subcontracts (JUN 2020) 52.244-5 Competition in Subcontracting (DEC 1996) 52.244-6 Subcontracts for Commercial Products and Commercial Services (JAN 2022) (DEVIATION

APR 2020)

52.246-21 Warranty of Construction (MAR 1994)

Alternate I (MAR 1994) 52.248-3 Value Engineering – Construction (OCT 2020) 52.249-2 Termination for Convenience of the Government (Fixed-Price) (APR 2012) Alternate I (SEP

1996) 52.249-10 Default (Fixed-Price Construction) (APR 1984)

Alternate I (APR 1984) 52.253-1 Computer Generated Forms (JAN 1991)

52.225-9 Buy American Act-Construction Materials (NOV 2021)

(a) Definitions. As used in this clause-

Commercially available off-the-shelf (COTS) item-

(1) Means any item of supply (including construction material) that is-

(i) A commercial product (as defined in paragraph (1) of the definition of “commercial product” at Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 2.101);

(ii) Sold in substantial quantities in the commercial marketplace; and

(iii) Offered to the Government, under a contract or subcontract at any tier, without modification, in the same form in which it is sold in the commercial marketplace; and

(2) Does not include bulk cargo, as defined in 46 U.S.C. 40102(4), such as agricultural products and petroleum products.

"Construction material" means an article, material, or supply brought to the construction site by the Contractor or a subcontractor for incorporation into the building or work. The term also includes an item brought to the site preassembled from articles, materials, or supplies. However, emergency life safety systems, such as emergency lighting, fire alarm, and audio evacuation systems, that are discrete systems incorporated into a public building or work and that are produced as complete systems, are evaluated as a single and distinct construction material regardless of when or how the individual parts or components of those systems are delivered to the construction site. Materials purchased directly by the Government are supplies, not construction material.

Cost of components means-

(1) For components purchased by the Contractor, the acquisition cost, including transportation costs to the place of incorporation into the construction material (whether or not such costs are paid to a domestic firm), and any applicable duty (whether or not a duty-free entry certificate is issued); or

(2) For components manufactured by the Contractor, all costs associated with the manufacture of the component, including transportation costs as described in paragraph (1) of this definition, plus allocable overhead…