A03 Attachment 1 SOW Final.pdf

Attachment 1

Statement of Work 995 acres of Herbicide Site Prep

06/17/2026

SECTION C-1

1.1. SCOPE OF WORK. The Contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, and other items, including incidental services, necessary to perform herbicide treatment of selective vegetation of 1,038 acres, as described in this Scope of Work (SOW). These services are to be performed in the following compartments and stand in the Long Cane Ranger District of the Sumter National Forest, Abbeville, Edgefield, and McCormick Counties, South Carolina; locations shown on the attached maps. The Contractor shall perform in accordance with the standards defined in this contract. The estimated quantities of work are listed in the Bid Price Schedule or Technical Exhibit.

PART I – THE SCHEDULE

SUPPLES OR SERVICES AND PRICES/COSTS

A. HERBICIDE TREATMENTS – AUGUST 01, 2026 – September 29, 2026

Item No. Supplies/Services Estimated Quantity Unit Unit Price Total Price

01 Herbicide Treatment 1,038 Acre $________ $________

Line Item

AREA # Compartment & Stand Acres Method To Be Used #1 C- 191 S- 05 63 Foliar Spray + Hack & Squirt #2 C- 191 S- 07 55 Foliar Spray + Hack & Squirt #3 C- 234 S- 09 51 Foliar Spray + Hack & Squirt #4 C- 240 S- 01 47 Foliar Spray + Hack & Squirt #5 C- 240 S- 07 22 Foliar Spray + Hack & Squirt #6 C- 241 S- 01 32 Foliar Spray + Hack & Squirt #7 C- 241 S- 17 34 Foliar Spray + Hack & Squirt #8 C- 274 S- 04 9 Foliar Spray + Hack & Squirt #9 C- 275 S- 04 23 Foliar Spray + Hack & Squirt #10 C- 278 S- 05 43 Foliar Spray + Hack & Squirt #11 C- 278 S- 08 76 Foliar Spray + Hack & Squirt #12 C- 287 S- 14 15 Foliar Spray + Hack & Squirt #13 C- 294 S- 06 51 Foliar Spray + Hack & Squirt #14 C- 294 S- 16 40 Foliar Spray + Hack & Squirt #15 C- 294 S- 36 31 Foliar Spray + Hack & Squirt #16 C- 295 S- 02 33 Foliar Spray + Hack & Squirt #17 C- 295 S- 05 44 Foliar Spray + Hack & Squirt #18 C- 295 S- 08 27 Foliar Spray + Hack & Squirt #19 C- 303 S- 01 55 Foliar Spray + Hack & Squirt #20 C- 303 S- 04 17 Foliar Spray + Hack & Squirt #21 C- 303 S- 06 44 Foliar Spray + Hack & Squirt

#22 C- 303 S- 07 37 Foliar Spray + Hack & Squirt #23 C- 303 S- 08 63 Foliar Spray + Hack & Squirt #24 C- 303 S- 14 30 Foliar Spray + Hack & Squirt #25 C- 303 S- 16 72 Foliar Spray + Hack & Squirt #26 C- 303 S- 19 24 Foliar Spray + Hack & Squirt

1 - 26 --------------- 1,038 ----

1.1.1. TIME ALLOWED FOR COMPLETION: 60 DAYS

Work must be completed between AUGUST 01, 2026 - SEPTEMBER 29, 2026.

1.1.2.

Objective is to treat non-desirable species to improve the growth and development of the desirable species.

Herbicide Mixtures

[Foliar Spray] shall contain the following or equivalent: End uses mix the following chemicals Per Gallon: Arsenal AC (1 ounce), Bullseye dye (3 ounces) and Limonene Adjuvant (1/2 ounce).

[Cut Surface/Hack and Squirt] shall contain the following or equivalent: End uses mix the following chemicals Per Gallon: Triclopyr Amine (50%); Water (50%) and Bullseye Dye (1 ounce).

*The Contracting Officer’s Representatives may, during the contract period of performance, randomly sample the herbicide mixture by collecting a sample of the chemical mixture, on-site from the tank, with analysis performed by an independent laboratory.

Herbicides will be applied by two Methods:

1. Foliar Spray Application, herbicide shall be applied using a hand spray application to spray the foliage of all target species less than 6 feet in height and less than 3 inches at diameter breast height (DBH). Targeted species include sweetgum, maple, elm, yellow poplar, locust. Non-targeted species include oaks, hickories, redbud, sourwood, dogwood, black gum and black cherry.

AND

2. Cut Surface/Hack-and-Squirt Application, treatment of targeted species that are greater than 3 inches DBH, 6 feet and taller. These target species are the same as the ones listed above.

*Herbicides will be applied by these two methods inside all stand boundaries marked by three horizontal orange lines on boundary trees.

*Check with the COR if there are questions concerning targeted and non-targeted species.

SPECIFICATIONS.

1.2.1. Application of Herbicide Mix.

1. The Contractor shall comply with all applicable State and Federal regulations.

The herbicide label shall be always followed (see Government furnished property).

2. Weather is monitored and herbicide applications are suspended if temperature, humidity, or wind become unfavorable as follows:

a. Wind velocity (sustained) exceeds 10 miles per hour.

b. Precipitation or a 50% chance of rain is predicted within 24 hours.

c. Thunderstorm activity is in the area.

d. Temperature higher than 98°F.

e. Humidity is less than 30%.

3. Signs will be posted in the project area during herbicide treatments warning forest users to avoid the area for at least 24 hours following application.

4. Application equipment, empty herbicide containers, clothes worn during treatment, and skin are not cleaned in open water or wells. Mixing and cleaning water must come from a public water supply and be transported in separate containers.

1.2.2. Safety and Public Health.

1.2.2.1. Each application crew must take soap, wash water (separate from drinking water), eyewash bottles, and first aid equipment to the field.

1.2.2.2. Prior to application, the Contractor shall read, understand, and agree to abide by all requirements in the Forest Service Herbicide Safety/Spill Plan (see Government furnished property). If a spill occurs, actions required of the Contractor include, but are not limited to:

• Act immediately to safely contain the spill. Contractor shall keep the contamination to a minimum and apply appropriate spill decontamination procedures.

• If a spill involves a vehicle accident attend to injuries first, then notify the appropriate Forest Service personnel.

• Notify a Contracting Officer’s Representative at (803) 624-9471 by phone, or radio, immediately after the spill occurs. If no one is available call the District Herbicide/Pesticide Coordinator - Dell Frost - at (803) 624-9471. If that person is not available, call the Forest Herbicide/Pesticide Coordinator – Geoff Holden - at (803) 561-4062, or Francis Marion & Sumter National Forest Central Dispatch at (803) 561-4086.

• Contractor shall be responsible for all costs for damage, clean up, and decontamination should an herbicide spill occur. If a spill occurs, every effort will be made to keep it from contaminating water and other off-site areas.

The spill shall be cleaned up as quickly as possible.

1.2. CONTRACTOR REPRESENTATIVE. The Contractor shall designate a representative that will be onsite whenever work is performed. This individual must be an employee of the prime contractor and have authority to make decisions on their behalf. THE NAME OF THIS PERSON SHALL BE DESIGNATED IN

WRITING AND PROVIDED TO THE CONTRACTING OFFICER BEFORE

WORK BEGINS.

1.3.1. Authority. The Contractor Representative shall have authority to act as the Contract Officer on all contract matters relating to daily operation of this contract.

1.3.2. Language. The Contractor Representative must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English

1.4. QUALITY CONTROL.

1.4.1. QUALITY CONTROL PLAN. The Contractor shall establish and maintain a Quality Control Program to ensure the requirements of the contract are achieved. One copy of the Contractor's Quality Control Plan shall (mark appropriate item):

___ Be provided to the Contracting Officer prior to the start of contract work.

_X_Be provided to the Contracting Officer prior to issuance of the Notice to Proceed.

__ Be provided with the initial quote. Revisions or updates to the submitted Quality

Control Plan must be submitted in the same manner as the original plan.

1.4.2. PLAN CONTENTS.

1.4.2.1. Inspection System. An inspection system must cover all the services listed on the Performance Requirements Summary (PRS). It must specify the areas to be inspected on either a scheduled or unscheduled basis, how often inspections will be accomplished, and the title of the individual(s) who will perform the inspection. The inspection system must provide for a written record of inspections and results.

1.4.2.2. Methods. The methods for identifying and preventing defectives in the quality of service performed before the level of performance becomes unacceptable.

1.4.2.3. Records. On-site records of all inspections conducted by the Contractor and necessary corrective action taken. This documentation shall be made available to the Contracting Officer during the term of the contract.

1.4.2.4. Health and Safety Plan. A detailed plan showing the Contractor’s method of complying with Herbicide Label plus State and Federal-mandated safety equipment and treatment requirements.

1.4.2.5. Emergency Spill Plan. A detailed plan showing the Contractor’s method of complying with the Emergency Spill Plan included with this contract.

1.4.2.6. Training and Supervision. A training and supervision plan explaining the Contractor’s method for crew supervision and training employees in the safe handling and use of cutting equipment, the herbicide, and herbicide application equipment.

1.4.3. GOVERNMENT REVIEW. The Government may review the Contractor Quality Control Plan to determine if it is adequate. If the plan is found to be adequate, the Government will authorize the plan. If the plan is not adequate as submitted, the deficiencies will be identified to the Contractor in writing. The Contractor shall correct all identified deficiencies and submit a corrected Contractor Quality Control Plan within ten working days, or contract start date, whichever is sooner. Contractor performed work which fails to conform to standards when the Contracting Officer performs quality assurance work will serve as an indicator that the Contractor Quality Control system is not adequate.

1.5. QUALITY ASSURANCE.

1.5.1. CONTRACTING OFFICER'S REPRESENTATIVE (COR). COR(s) will be appointed to monitor Contractor performance & have the right to inspect, and either accept or reject the services as required by the Contract. The name & telephone number of COR(s) will be furnished to the Contractor, in writing, by the Contracting Officer. See Section G.

1.5.2. GOVERNMENT MONITORING. The Government will monitor the Contractor's performance under this contract using the method(s) of surveillance specified in the PRS. All monitoring observations will be recorded by the Government. When an observation indicates defective performance, the COR will request the Contractor's Representative to confirm defective work and perform corrective work.

1.5.3. PERFORMANCE EVALUATION MEETINGS. Meetings will be held as needed at the discretion of the Government.

1.6. WATER. All water used for any phase of work and safety in this contract shall be potable water. The Contractor will provide proof of water source.

1.7. DOCUMENTATION AND RECORDS. All documentation, records, and schedules as described in this SOW that are the responsibility of the Contractor are the property of the Government and shall be turned over to the Government upon completion or termination of the contract. All records are subject to the Freedom of Information and/or Privacy Acts and any requests for release of any records shall be handled accordingly.

SECTION C-2

DEFINITIONS

2.1. STANDARD DEFINITIONS.

2.1.1. ACCEPTABLE QUALITY LEVEL (AQL). The maximum percent defective (or the maximum number of defects per hundred units) that, for purposes of random sampling, may occur before the Government will affect the price computation system in accordance with the Performance Requirements Summary and the Inspection of Services Clause. When the method of surveillance is other than random sampling, the AQL is defined as the number of defects or maximum percentage of defects in the lot that may occur before the Government will affect the price computation system in accordance with the Performance Requirements Summary and the Inspection of Services Clause. An AQL does not allow a Contractor to knowingly offer defective service, but limits reduced payment to circumstances in which defective performance results in a measurable reduction in the value of services rendered. For example, the Government may sample the tank mix solution for testing.

2.1.2. DEFECTIVE SERVICE. A unit of service which contains one or more defects, or nonconformance with specified requirements.

2.1.3. LOT. The total number of service outputs in a surveillance period, as defined in the AQL column of the Performance Requirements Summary (PRS).

2.1.4. PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS SUMMARY (PRS). Identifies the key service outputs of the contract that will be evaluated by the Government to ensure contract performance standards are met by the Contractor.

2.1.5. QUALITY ASSURANCE. Those actions taken by the Government to ensure services meet the requirements of the Statement of Work (SOW).

2.1.6. CONTRACTING OFFICER'S REPRESENTATIVE (COR). A Government employee, designated by the Contracting Officer, with the authority to act within the scope of the delegated authority.

2.1.7. QUALITY CONTROL. Those actions taken by a Contractor to control the performance of services so that services meet the requirements of the SOW.

2.1.8. RANDOM SAMPLING. A sampling method in which each service output in a lot has an equal chance of being selected.

2.1.9. SAMPLE. A sample consists of one or more service outputs drawn from a lot. The number of outputs in the sample is the sample size.

2.1.10. SAMPLING GUIDE. The part of the surveillance/monitoring plan which contains all the information needed to perform a random sample.

SECTION C-3

GOVERNMENT FURNISHED INORMATION/RESOURCES

1. Potable water for use in mixing is available at the Bradley Work Center upon request.

2. District maps will be provided at the post-award meeting.

3. Emergency Spill Plan is enclosed (below).

Emergency Spill Plan

1. PREVENTION AND READINESS

In their vehicles: COR’s and Crew Leaders will carry copies of the Spill Plan, as well as the herbicide labels and MSDSs for the herbicides, surfactants and dyes being used. They will also carry a Spill Kit containing the items specified at the end of this appendix.

2. PROVIDE FOR CARE OF INJURED OR CONTAMINATED PERSONNEL

Immediately determine if any personnel are injured and/or contaminated. Assist with first aid of injured and/or contaminated personnel. Remove injured and/or contaminated personnel from the spill site to an area safe and free of herbicides.

If eyes are contaminated with herbicide give priority to washing them out, using portable eyewash bottles, or, if these are unavailable, wash with any clean water. Remove contaminated clothing from affected individuals and wash herbicides from the skin with detergent and clean water. If any herbicides have been ingested, see the Material Safety Data Sheet for specific first aid measures.

Immediately seek medical assistance for injured and/or contaminated personnel. Do not leave contaminated and/or injured individuals alone unless essential to secure aid. If necessary, direct a third person to stay with the injured/contaminated personnel until a medical professional takes charge and has been advised of the actual or possible herbicide exposure.

Watch for the following symptoms of herbicide poisoning: Eye irritation, skin irritation, discomfort or pain in stomach/intestinal area, dizziness, headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, slurred speech, muscle twitching or convulsions, and/or difficulty in breathing.

3. SPILL IDENTIFICATION

Determine product name for chemical or chemicals spilled and check the label and Material Safety Data Sheet for immediate hazards.

Extinguish all flames and possible ignition sources, stop any smoking by personnel in case chemicals are flammable.

Isolate the contaminated area and keep unnecessary people away from the spill site.

4. NOTIFY AND INFORM

District Herbicide/Pesticide Specialist:

Dell Frost at (803) 624-9471 Forest Herbicide/Pesticide Specialist:

Geoff Holden at (803) 561-4062 Speak directly with at least one of the above personnel, in order of priority, and inform as to:

a. Chemical Name and Brand Name

b. Location of Spill

c. Compartment and Stand Number

d. Nearest Road Name and Number

e. Size or Volume of Chemical Spilled

5. CONTAIN THE SPILL

Contain the spilled herbicide. Keep spill from entering streams, drains, wells, ditches, or other water systems.

Wear appropriate and approved protective clothing, including rubber or nitrile gloves, safety glasses, goggles, overalls or rain suit, rubber boots or overshoes, or a respirator if extra protection is needed.

Prevent further leakage from containers by repositioning them so that the damaged part of the container is above the level of the containers, or by applying rags, tape, or other materials at hand to temporarily seal the leak.

Separate leaking containers from undamaged containers. Flag off the area and post warning signs to keep unprotected personnel from entering.

Confine the spill to prevent it from spreading. Encircle the spill area with a dike of sand or other absorbent material. Rags or similar material may be used if necessary. If spilled material could possibly flow toward sensitive areas, divert it by ditching.

If the soil involves a small watercourse, dam it to confine the spill, if possible. If available, activated charcoal may be used to filter contaminated water. For larger waterways, a log boom or baled straw may be used to contain the spill. Dam or divert the flow of clean water around the spill if possible. Some herbicides (such as glyphosate) may be inactivated by muddying the water.

If a liquid herbicide is spilled on land, cover the spill with absorbent material (kitty litter).

If the spilled herbicide is in a dry formulation, cover it with a secured plastic tarpaulin to prevent it from becoming wet or being blown away. Contained materials must be reused if possible or disposed of as toxic waste.

Do not flush contained or spilled herbicides into ditches, sewers, drains, or off a road, since this will further spread the chemical.

Small spills require use of vehicle spill kits. Large spills may require the use of a dozer and/or additional items from the storage facility spill kit.

SUMMARY OF CLEAN UP STEPS

DRY SPILLS

1. Cover powder or dust chemicals with a tarpaulin to prevent it from becoming airborne.

A fine mist may also dampen the chemical to reduce spreading. Too much water may dissolve the chemical. Use caution.

2. Sweep the material together, rolling the tarp back slowly as you do.

3. Shovel the material into plastic bags or drums.

4. Seal the bags and label them - identifying the herbicide and other contents.

5. Store the containers of material in the herbicide storage building until the content can be evaluated for disposal or re-used in a manner consistent with labeling.

LIQUID SPILLS

1. Pump or bail as much of the spilled liquid as possible into containers.

2. Use absorbent material, such as commercially bagged clay, kitty litter, or sawdust to soak up the spill. Use only enough material to absorb the spill. Begin spreading the absorbent material around the edge of the spill and work toward the center.

3. Shovel the absorbent material and herbicide, along with any contaminated soil, into leaky proof containers.

4. Label all containers.

5. Store the containers inside the herbicide storage building until the contents can be evaluated for disposal or re-used in a manner consistent with labeling.

LIST OF OTHER KEY PERSONNEL AND AGENCIES

S.C. Department of Health & Environmental Control, Environmental Response Section: 888-481-0125

Edgefield County Hospital: 803-637-3174

Edgefield, SC Edgefield Medical Clinic: 803-637-3146 Edgefield, SC Self-Memorial Hospital: 864-227-4111

Greenwood, SC Local Fire Departments: 911

Poison Control Center: 800-922-1117 or 803-777-1117

Local County Sheriff: 911

REQUIRED HERBICIDE/PESTICIDE SPILL KIT CONTENTS

Storage Facility Kit Vehicle Kit 4 pairs of nitrile gloves 2 pairs of nitrile gloves 2 pairs of unvented goggles 1 pair of unvented goggles 1 respirator and cartridge (chemical resistant) 1 pair of rubber or neoprene boots 2 pairs of rubber or neoprene boots or overshoes 1 shop brush or whisk broom 2 pairs of overalls or rain suits 6 polyethylene bags with ties 1 roll of flagging or engineer’s tape 1 pint of liquid detergent 1 dustpan 1 polyethylene or plastic tarp 1 shop brush or whisk broom 10 blank labels 1 dozen polyethylene bags with ties 1 ABC type fire extinguisher 1 quart of liquid detergent 30 lbs. absorbent material (kitty litter) 1 polyethylene or plastic tarp 2 eyewash bottles (filled) 10 blank labels 1 round point shovel 1 ABC type fire extinguisher 1 30-gallon plastic garbage can with lid 80 lbs. absorbent material (kitty litter) 1 roll of flagging 1 square point D-handle shovel 1 roll of duct tape 1 30-gallon plastic garbage can with lid (used for cleanup, storage and transport)

1 30-gallon plastic garbage can with lid (used for cleanup, storage and transport)

1 roll of duct tape

SECTION C-4

CONTRACTOR FURNISHED

PROPERTY/SUPPLIES/MATERIALS/EQUIPMENT/ETC.

4.1 General. Except for those items or services specifically stated to be Government furnished in Section C-3, the Contractor shall furnish everything (equipment, materials, supplies, incidentals, etc.) required to perform the tasks identified in this contract, in accordance with Section 6 publications, in a skillful and workmanlike manner.

SECTION C-5

SPECIFIC TASKS

5.1 Task 1 – Spray all the targeted species listed in Section 1.1.2 (1) that are less than 6 feet in height and less than 3 inches at diameter breast height (DBH).

No treatment in hardwood inclusions. Do not spray herbicide within the dripline of non-targeted hard and soft mast species.

5.1.1. Quality Standard – 90% or greater of all non-mast producing hardwoods and shrubs are treated.

*Check with COR if unsure about hardwood inclusions.

5.2 Task 2 – All targeted species greater than 6 feet in height and greater than 3 inches DBH are to be treated using Cut Surface/ Hack-and–Squirt method. Loblolly pine of any height and/or diameter that is adjacent to either of the non-targeted species shall be treated by this method.

5.2.1. Quality Standard –90% or greater of all stems greater than 6 feet in height and 3 inches or greater at DBH shall either be hacked and squirted or completely girdled using cutting tool and all cut surfaces (near ground level) will be sprayed with spray mixture.

5.3 Task 3 – Non-treatment of the preferred residual species.

5.3.1. Quality Standard – 95% or greater of all mast producers will be left untreated.

SECTON C-6

DELIVERABLES

Item No. Deliverable Objective Due 1 Proposed Project

Plan Defining the responsibilities, timeline, risks and milestones of contract objectives. Ref. Subtask

4.1.3

No later than five (5) business days after contract award

2 Weekly Status Report

Report documenting tasks & issues weekly. Ref Task 5.1

Weekly, every Friday, by 3:00 PM EDST until the contract expires

Item No. Deliverable Objective Due

Contractor

Project Manager (PM) Designation

Identify the individual authorized to act on behalf of the Contractor for day-to-day contract matters.

Ref: Section 1.3

Provided to the Contracting Officer prior to the start of work

4 Quality Control Plan

Contractor’s plan describing inspection systems, methods, records, safety compliance, training, and spill response in accordance with Section 1.4

Provided to the Contracting Officer prior to issuance of the

Notice to Proceed

5 Emergency Spill Plan

Plan detailing Contractor procedures for spill response and compliance with the Government-provided Emergency

Spill Plan. Ref: Section C-3

Provided prior to commencement of field operations

APPENDIX A:

TREATMENT MAPS