Sol_140FC125Q0009_Amd_0001_Changes_SOW_0001.docx

STATEMENT OF WORK

Asphalt Repair, Sealer and Parking Lot Striping at the Big Branch Marsh National Wildlife Refuge February 20, 2025 (revised)

WO: F2021394063

BACKGROUND:

The Refuge Headquarters is located Lacombe, Louisiana and it provides office space for 25-30 employees and volunteers, with the safety of our employees being of utmost importance. The asphalt driveway and parking areas are over eight (18) years old and are in need of minor repairs. All dimensions and lengths are estimated by the Government, and it is advised the contractor verify calculations.

This contract shall be completed with 90-days of the Notice to Proceed and the prescribed work will be located on the grounds of the Southeast Louisiana Refuges Headquarters, 61389 Highway 434 Lacombe, Louisiana. The Contractor may visit the site with the FWS Project Manager at designated time and date to view the project.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF WORK:

General Notes:

1. Work shall consist of the following tasks:

a. Clean all asphalt surfaces on the grounds adequately to prepare for items b through e.

b. Repair six (6) areas of damaged asphalt that total approximately 285 sq ft.

c. Fill approximately 3500 ft of stress cracks with asphalt sealer. Sealer must meet Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development standards and be on their list of approved materials.

d. Apply two (2) coats of asphalt sealer on approximately 140,000 sq ft of roadway and parking areas. Sealer shall meet or exceed requirement for ASTM D 5725, ASTM D 6945, ASTM D 3320 and FAA Engineers Brief No. 46. The sealant shall be mixed in accordance with the manufacturer recommendations and each application applied for moderate traffic rate 0.12-0.15 gal/sq.yd.

e. Re-stripe all painted lines and handicapped parking spot. Paint must meet Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development standards and be on their list of approved materials.

i. Blue handicapped parking symbols (2) and 64 feet of lines

ii. Yellow road center line- 2134 feet

iii. White parking space lines- 1000 feet

2. USFWS will trim any trees/branches if needed.

3. Once construction begins at least one route of travel shall remain open at all times. This will ensure that traffic will continue to flow and not obstruct vehicle traffic from entering/exiting the facility.

4. Contractor is responsible for all materials and supplies necessary to install system.

5. All debris or trash will become the contractor’s property and shall be removed from the site and disposed of off sight at an approved landfill.

6. No material can be left or stored on the facility during the job without prior approval.

7. Contractor will be required to meet once a week at government specified times for progress meetings for an update status meeting.

8. The Contractor will, without additional expense to the Government, be responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses, certifications, and permits and for complying with any applicable federal, state and municipal laws, codes, and regulations in regards to employment and the use of equipment necessary for the work.

9. The Contractor will provide a competent foreman or superintendent for each work crew. The supervisor must be capable of communication with the COR or designated inspector in English. The supervisor shall be with the crew at all times while they are working on the Refuge.

10. All equipment used in performing work shall be of the proper type, sufficient size, and be in such mechanical condition as to enable contractor to perform the work in accordance with these specifications and OSHA requirements. Contractor shall furnish all fuel, oil, grease, repairs, replacement parts and other expenses incidental to the operation of his equipment.

11. Upon completion of the site and prior to accepting the work as being completed, all trash, rubbish, paint and debris generated by contractor's operation shall be removed from Refuge land and disposed of in a sanitary landfill or other appropriate location designated by COR. To the extent practical, such trash or debris shall be removed and disposed of daily.

12. Smoking by contractor personnel is permitted only in cleared areas. Contractor will have on site a bucket with sand for the disposal and a 15lb fire CO2 extinguisher. Contractor will be held personally accountable for any fire caused by them.

13. The contractor shall take precautions to prevent pollution of streams, lakes, wetlands and reservoirs by fuel, oil, silt or other harmful materials. All stream courses and wetland areas shall be kept free of contractor generated debris.

14. Project will be completed in 90-days from Notice to Proceed. Any additional time will be submitted to the COR two weeks prior to designated completion date.

15. Normal working hours will be from 7:00 am through 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday. There will be no after hour, Federal Holidays or weekend work unless authorized by the COR.

PROJECT CONTACT:

Site Related and Access Questions shall be directed to:

Jimmy Laurent, Project Leader U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Big Branch Marsh Wildlife Refuge

61389 LA-434

Lacombe, LA 70445 985/285-3335 Email: jimmy_laurent@fws.gov

Technical or Project Related Questions shall be directed to:

Robert Beech COR, NWRS Infrastructure Management Branch U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service 1875 Century Boulevard Atlanta, Georgia 30345 Phone: 404/ 226-1907 Email: robert_beech@fws.gov

Example of repair area

Example of repair area

END OF STATEMENT OF WORK

Solicitation No.: 140FC125Q0009 Questions & Answers

1. Do you know the thickness for the asphalt paving and are you requiring milling?

Answer: The thickness of the asphalt is 4 inches (please see the attached photo).

2. Do you have any details on the asphalt repairs? How thick and if there is any milling required?

Answer: There are a total of 6 repair spots and one questionable crack. The areas have been highlighted in yellow paint. Additionally, there are two locations that will require milling.

3. Do you know if the asphalt repair requires milling or if it is just an overlay?

Answer: We don’t think there are any areas that need to be milled. However, there is one location near the pond that may be from a tree root or water getting under it. Contractor is encouraged to inspect it during the site visit. It is also highlighted in yellow.

4. How many phases for the Sealcoat and will the asphalt repair be completed at one time?

Answer: At least two phases because of the employees, volunteers and overall site traffic during the week.

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