Bartram - SOW.pdf

STATEMENT OF WORK

FOR

BARTRAM TRAIL BRIDGE REPLACEMENTS

National Forest in Alabama

PREPARED BY: JEREMY GILL

January 24, 2024

REPORT TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION PAGE

SCOPE OF WORK

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

SCHEDULE OF WORK

WORK REQUIREMENTS

PROJECT REQUIREMENTS

SPECIFICATIONS

PROJECT LOCATION MAP…

SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

TITLE PAGE

WORK LIST

STANDARD TRAIL TERMS

CLEARING LIMITS-TREES AND LOGS

ELEVATED BOARDWALK (EB1)

ELEVATED BOARDWALK (EB2)

ELEVATED BOARDWALK (EB4)

USDA Forest Service National Forests in Alabama

STATEMENT OF WORK

Bartram Trail Boardwalk Replacements Tuskegee National Forest

SCOPE OF WORK:

The Contractor shall, at its expense, pay all Federal, State, County, and Municipal fees, licenses, and permits applicable to the performance of the work. Furnish all materials, labor, equipment, transportation and permits necessary to the performance of the work specified below on the National Forests in Alabama, Tuskegee National Forest.

The Forest Service is requesting quotes for the rem o va l / installation of 10 new elevated boardwalks with curbs as well as the removal of approximately 25 danger trees along the North End of the Bartram Trail. The Contractor is advised to make site visits prior to submitting quotes.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

The Tuskegee National Forest of the National Forests in Alabama, located in Macon County, Alabama, lies just north of the city of Tuskegee and west of Auburn, Alabama. The forest topography is level to moderately sloping, with broad ridges with stream terraces and broad floodplains. The Tuskegee National Forest is the smallest national forest in the U.S. comprised at approx. 11,000 acres.

The Bartram National Recreation Trail is located along the Tuskegee National Forest. It supports many outdoor activities such as hiking and sightseeing.

The district office is located at 125 National Forest Road 949, in Tuskegee, AL.

SCHEDULE OF WORK:

The duration of the project shall be 120 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed.

WORK REQUIREMENT:

The intent of these specifications is not to provide all technical requirements, but instead to provide general job requirements such that all prospective bidders will be able to make proposals to the Government. This will also enable the Government to readily evaluate and compare proposals. It is expected the successful vendor shall professionally perform the job in accordance with all specifications. The contractor shall supply all materials, equipment, mobilization, and labor needed to complete this project unless otherwise specified herein.

For additional information, please contact Jeremy Gill at (334) 659-8479 or jeremy.gill@usda.gov.

mailto:jeremy.gill@usda.gov

USDA Forest Service National Forests in Alabama

PROJECT REQUIREMENTS

DIVISION 100 - GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

110 - Scope of Contract

Provide all supervision, labor, equipment, materials, tools, supplies and other incidentals to execute all work necessary to remove 10 existing elevated boardwalks and install 10 new elevated boardwalks with curbs along the Bartram Trail. The new elevated boardwalks will have a deck width of 3’ and an overall width of 4’. The contractor shall install the new elevated boardwalks in the same locations and match or exceed existing elevations.

The work consists of removal and disposal of existing wooden elevated boardwalks and associated hardware, removal of approximately 25 hazard trees, and installation of new elevated boardwalks with curbs. Hazard trees will be marked by Forest Service and painted with Forest Service paint. This contract follows the U.S. Customary Standard Specifications for Construction of Trails and Trail Bridges on Forest Service Projects.

120 – Location and Description of Work

All work to be accomplished is located on the North end of the Bartram Trail. A detailed map showing the project locations of the boardwalks is in the Statement of Work on page 8.

130 - Schedule of Work

The duration of the project shall be 120 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed. A proposed schedule of work shall be submitted to the COR for approval 10 days prior to starting construction. Sequence of construction activities shall minimize ground disturbance and impacts to existing trail and stream banks.

140 - Equipment Requirements and Transportation

The contractor shall submit a list of equipment to be used along with their proposal for approval. The contractor’s equipment shall be thoroughly washed and inspected by a Forest Service Representative for approval before transporting to the project site on National Forest land.

150 - Public Safety and Traffic Control

The contractor shall be responsible for signage informing the public that construction is taking place as well as maintaining necessary hazard markers, barricades, or signs for the duration of the project. Work shall be closely coordinated with the COR and District office to minimize inconvenience to the public users as much as possible. The trail will remain open during work.

160 – Temporary Facilities

There are no sanitary facilities available near the sites. There is also no electrical and potable water near the sites.

170 – Project Site Access

The Contractor may utilize the existing trail tread and width to access the construction sites. Equipment used for traveling on the trail shall be approved by the COR prior to traveling the trail.

180 – Erosion Control

The Contractor shall control soil erosion and water pollution through the use of silt fences, hay bales, or other approved erosion control methods as needed. The COR shall approve all stream and waterway crossing locations to access the job sites.

190 – Clean Up

All temporary work shall be removed when the need for its use has ceased. Clean spaces that were occupied by temporary work and restore to conditions equal to or better than existed prior to construction.

PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS

Pay Item 907.01 Mobilization – Includes moving of personnel, equipment, materials, and incidentals to the project and performing all work necessary before beginning work at the project site.

Mobilization includes the costs associated with obtaining permits, insurance, and bonds.

Mobilization is not intended to pay for the costs of material before they are used on the project site.

Activity: Method of Measurement: Measurement for this activity will be made by the lump sum. Payment shall be made according to 907.02, Payment

Pay Item 912.40 Hazard Tree Removal – Includes all labor and equipment necessary to remove approximately 25 hazard trees within the project locations. Remove trees and snags that are broken off, in a leaning, unstable position over the trailway, or trees that inhibit the construction of the elevated boardwalks to areas as designated by the COR. Cut designated danger trees so that stump heights do not exceed 12 inches as measured on the uphill side of the stump. Maximum stump height of designated trees within 4 feet of the trail centerline is 4 inches. Do not leave felled trees parallel with the trail unless there are sufficient barriers to keep them from rolling or sliding onto the trail. Lop limbs to reduce slash concentration and scatter the clearing debris outside and below the clearing limits not to exceed 2 feet in height. If the trunk or a portion thereof, falls within the trailway, remove the portion within 4 feet of either side of the trail centerline and scatter a minimum of 4 feet beyond and below the trail centerline.

Method of Measurement: Measurement for this activity will be made by Each. Payment shall be made after all work under this pay item has been accomplished.

Pay Item 938.20 Elevated Boardwalk– Includes all labor, equipment, hauling, and materials necessary to construct and install the elevated boardwalks with curbs. This work also includes excavation, embankment, and backfill. Construct elevated boardwalks as required under construction section 938.00 and/or as SHOWN ON THE PLANS.

Method of Measurement: Measurement for this activity will be made by the Linear Foot.

Payment shall be made after all work under this pay item has been accomplished.

Pay Item 983.00 Removal of Structures and Obstructions – Includes all labor, equipment, and materials necessary to remove and dispose of existing elevated boardwalks and associated hardware. The boardwalks shall be disposed of off Forest Service land. This work also includes site preparation and minor clearing for the newly constructed elevated boardwalks.

Method of Measurement: Measurement for this activity will be made by Linear Foot.

Payment shall be made after all work under this pay item has been accomplished.

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SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

Item Description Actual Quantity/Contract

Quantity Unit Est.

Quantity Unit Cost Total

907.01 Mobilization Actual Quantity LS 1

912.40 Hazard Tree Removal Design Quantity Each 25

938.20 Elevated Boardwalk Design Quantity LF 333

983.00 Removal of Structures and

Obstructions Actual Quantity LF 333

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