1. Statement of Work.pdf

Lassen National Forest, Forest-Wide Removal, Purchase and

Installation of Campground Gates, Fee Tubes/Vaults and

Bear Resistant Trash Bins

STATEMENT OF WORK

C.1 SCOPE OF WORK

This project is a contract for the removal of nine existing gates, purchase, and installation of 21 new gates, removal of 25 fee tubes/vaults, purchase, and installation of 26 fee tubes/vaults and the purchase and installation of 22 double bear resistant trash bins across 27 recreation sites on the Lassen National

Forest.

• See Attachment A for a listing of work sites, gate sizes and applicable tasks.

• See Attachment B for work site maps.

• See Attachment C for Lassen National Forest Georeferenced Visitor Map

Removal and Installation of Gates and Fee Tubes, and installation of double Bear Resistant Trash

Can/Bins

A. The contractor shall be responsible for the furnishing of all labor, equipment, transportation, supplies, materials, and incidental costs required for: removal and disposal of 9 existing gates;

installation of 21 new gates; removal and installation of 25 existing fee tubes; installation of 25 new fee tubes; and the installation of 26 double bear resistant trash cans/bins on the Lassen

National Forest.

B. The work consists of:

• Removing and disposing of:

• Two (2) 16-foot gates.

• Three (3) 20-foot gates.

• Three (3) 25-foot gates.

• One (1) 30-foot gate.

a. This includes complete removal and disposal of the existing gates and below ground concrete.

• Installation of 21 new gates per attached drawings and maps:

• Six (6) 16-foot gates.

• Seven (7) 20-foot gates.

• Four (4) 25-foot gates.

• Four (4) 30-foot gates.

• Removing and disposing of:

• Twenty-five (25) fee tubes.

a. This includes complete removal and disposal of the existing fee tubes and below ground concrete.

• Installation of 26 new fee tubes per attached drawings and maps:

• Installation of 22 new double Bear Resistant Trash Cans/Bins per attached drawings and maps.

C. Follow applicable sections of the US Federal Highway Administration’s Standard Specifications for Construction of Roads and Bridges on Federal Highway Projects (FP-14), which includes the following:

a. Section 203 – Removal of Structures and Obstructions

b. Section 619 – Gates

C.2 PROJECT LOCATION

See Attachment B, Campground Maps

See Attachment C LNF_Georeferenced Visitor Map

C.3 PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

A. Sixty (90) calendar days.

B. Operations shall be scheduled so that work is completed between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, except on Federal Holidays. Permission to work an alternate schedule or hours outside those designated may be requested from the Contracting Officer.

C.4 SUBMITALS

A. Scope:

B. Requirements:

C. Identification of Submittals:

D. Approvals:

C.5 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY

A. None

C.6 APPLICABLE SPECIFICATIONS

A. See drawings A through F

C.7 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Codes and Standards: The work shall comply with codes and standards applicable to each type of work and as listed in the individual sections of these specifications. This Contract incorporates materials, applications, and tests by reference, with the same force and effect as when they were given in full text.

B. Conflict: Where a conflict occurs between reference documents and project specifications, the project specifications shall govern.

C. Measurements: Where approved manufacturer's diagrams and shop drawings give specific measurements or rough-in dimensions for equipment, these dimensions shall take precedence over dimensions indicated on the drawings.

D. Equipment: Prior to ordering equipment, verify dimensions and functions of equipment proposed for use.

C.8 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Delivery: Protect products incorporated into the work from damage while in transit to the site. Products must be delivered in original unopened containers with manufacturer's name, brand designation, and contents legibly indicated.

B. Storage: Provide temporary storage facilities for products. Storage shall comply with the manufacturer's instructions. The storage area shall permit access for inspection and handling.

C. Handling: Load and unload products protecting them from damage.

C.8 PROJECT/SITE CONDITIONS

A. Site Conditions:

1. Sites are remote and no utilities are available. Generators for electrical power shall be provided by the Contractor for their employees use.

2. Contractor may camp at the campground during construction.

3. Opening and closing dates of recreation sites are fluid. Contractor will propose work schedule for individual sites.

4. Any damages caused by the Contractor shall be repaired or replaced by the Contractor.

B. Climatic Conditions and Construction Season:

1. Elevations vary from 3865’ to 5775’

2. Construction activities in these areas are typically seasonal May through October and is closed due to snow in late fall, winter, and early spring. The actual start date will be determined at the time of Contract Award and at the Pre-Work Conference.

C. Environmental Considerations:

1. Fuel or oil spills occurring in the soil during the work of this project shall be excavated to a depth of 12 inches beyond contaminated material and removed from the work site. Prescribed measures to prevent water pollution to nearby water resources shall be strictly observed.

2. The Contractor shall clean-up litter and discarded material each day during construction. All construction debris and trash shall be deposited into contractor’s trash receptacles while on the jobsite then removed from the jobsite and disposed of at an approved landfill.

3. Items or debris not designated as salvage for the Government shall become the property of the Contractor. Disposal of materials in a legal manner and payment of fees required is the

Contractor's responsibility. Sale of material onsite is not allowed unless authorized in writing by the Contracting Officer. When hazardous materials are encountered during demolition operations, comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, laws, and ordinances concerning removal, handling, and protection against exposure or environmental pollution.

Burning or burying of removed materials is not permitted on the work site.

D. Material Stockpile /Storage and Equipment Staging:

1. Adequate space exists at the project sites for parking vehicles, equipment, and stockpiling materials. Final locations will be field-approved by the COR.

2. Contractor shall operate and park vehicles and equipment within existing roadways and parking areas.

C.9 SEQUENCING AND SCHEDULING

A. Work Schedule: The schedule shall be submitted at the pre-work conference. When requested, submit an updated schedule within 3 calendar days. As a minimum, the estimated start and completion dates shall be shown in the estimate.

B. Pre Work Conference:

1. Will be held prior to the start of work. The Contractor will be notified in advance of meeting time, date and place. The purpose will be to review required work, project drawings and specifications, construction schedules, payroll and payments, and administrative provisions of the Contract.

2. The Contractor, subcontractors and the persons responsible for coordination of the work shall be present at the meeting.

3. Be prepared to summarize and explain procedures planned for the project and present the submittals requested in the specifications.

C. Progress Meetings:

1. To be held at the project site, or as determined by the Contracting Officer.

2. May be called by either the Contracting Officer or the Contractor. Request shall state who should attend and include an agenda.

D. Final Inspection:

1. To be held at the project site, or as determined by the Contracting Officer.

2. Notify the Contracting Officer in writing at least 5 working days before the completion date so the Government can schedule final inspection.

3. The Contractor or contractor’s representative if authorized shall be present during this final inspection.

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):

www.arnet.gov/far/

FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION (48 CFR CHAPTER 1)

CLAUSES

52.246-1 Contractor Inspection Requirements (APR 1984)

52.246-12 Inspection of Construction (AUG 1996)

SECTION J--LIST OF ATTACHMENTS

Title Pages http://www.arnet.gov/far/

1. Attachment A 1

2. Attachment B Campground Maps 28

3. Attachment C LNF Georeferenced Visitor Map 1

4. Drawing A – (0001) 16 FT Gate Drawing 3

5. Drawing B – (0002) 20 FT Gate Drawing 3

6. Drawing C – (0003) 25 FT Gate Drawing 3

7. Drawing D – (0004) 30 FT Gate Drawing 3

8. Drawing E – (0005) Bear Resistant Trash Receptacles 8

9. Drawing F – (0006) Fee Receptacles 5