Solicitation body_RS PWS 08182023.docx

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)

Project Title Grizzly Creek Post Fire Recovery General Information

1.0 Background and Purpose

In 2020, The Grizzly Creek Fire burned 32,631 acres in Glenwood Canyon, Colorado. Impacts from fire caused soils to be prone to surface runoff, instead of allowing for soil infiltration. In addition to impacts to soil from the fire, monsoon rains in 2021 led to loss of topsoil in areas with “moderate” and “high” burn severity, further reducing the soil infiltration capacity. These conditions culminated in substantial debris flows within the drainages, causing millions of dollars of damage to Interstate 70 and local infrastructure. With funding authorized under the Emergency Watershed Protection Program, which provides funds for hazards created by natural disasters that cause a sudden impairment of a watershed, locations for soil restoration have been identified for treatments.

Using the United States Forest Service (USFS) soil burn severity assessment, the USFS identified treatment polygons located in areas that are predominantly in “moderate” and “high” soil burn severity classes with slopes that range from 15% to 40%. Further assessment identified 396 acres suitable for restoration in the Wagon Gulch, Blue Gulch, Grizzly Creek Watersheds in the Grizzly Creek Fire burn perimeter. Two separate treatment applications will be implemented. One treatment of wood mulch and a separate treatment of soil amendments. Mulching with wood chips influences soil water retention and plant colonization by reducing surface water runoff and shading the soil surface. Soil amendments are designed to promote soil aeration, water penetration, microbial populations, and nutrient absorption by plants. Because of the remote locations of these locations, aerial application of products is proposed.

2.0 Definitions

Define any acronyms being used; provide both the acronym and the words represented by the acronym. Explain any special terms or phrases used.

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3.0 Technical Requirements / Tasks

The proposed work will be completed at various locations within the Wagon Gulch, Blue Gulch, Grizzly Creek Watersheds in the Grizzly Creek Fire burn area (Figure 1). The work will be managed and conducted on behalf of the White River National Forest (WRNF) and will be limited to aerial application. This request for proposal is product specific. The selected contractor shall supply all necessary labor, equipment, and material to perform the work. This will include all preparatory work, applications, acquisition and/or generation of cover materials, staging, pertinent traffic control/signage, and shall follow all specifications and protocols as set forth in the following sections.

4.0 Deliverable / Schedule

Key Deliverables

5.0 Government Furnished

U.S. Forest Service will provide application location data – GIS shapefiles and/or .kmz files

6.0 Travel

Identify any travel requirements, locations involved, number of trips (if known), and duration of anticipated travel. Specify responsibility for travel reimbursement, e.g., the contractor or the Government. If the travel will be reimbursed by the Government, discuss the method of reimbursement, e.g., in accordance with Federal/agency travel regulations. State the Government official authorized to approve contractor travel, e.g., the Contracting Officer or Contracting Officer Representative.

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7.0 Contractor’s Key Personnel

Contractor must provide the names and resumes of the key personnel that will be performing the proposed services, including the primary project manager.

POC for communication with Government upon award will be required within two business days upon award.

8.0 Security Requirements

Specify security requirements that apply to the contract performance. Specify the level of clearances required and identify positions that are applicable.

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9.0 Data Rights

If data is to be produced, furnished, acquired, or used in meeting contract requirements, delineate the respective rights and obligations of the government and the contractor regarding the use, production, and disclosure of that data.

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10.0 Section 508 - Electronic and Information Technology Standards If information technology is to be acquired, include language describing Section 508 requirements.

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11.0 Performance Requirement Measures

Forest Service Soil Scientist will conduct application requirements with contractor.