A06_REVISED_SPECIFICATIONS_LO7_OHV_TRAIL_4.pdf

LO7 Kids OHV Course

Northwest District

Bureau of Land Management

INDEX:

SECTION 1 Scope of Work

SECTION 2 Map

SECTION 3 Trail Construction and Bidding Requirements

SECTION 4 General Specs and Design

Section 1 – Scope of Work

PREFACE

These guidelines are issued primarily for outdoor regular maintenance of roads, recreation sites and administrative facilities on Bureau of Land Management (BLM) property.

Construction contracts of the BLM are also governed by the following regulations:

● Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Title 48, Code of Federal Regulations, Chapter 1

The FAR regulations are not included in these guidelines. A complete copy of the FAR is available from the Superintendent of Documents, Congressional Sales Office, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402.

Scope of Work

Project Objective The objective of this project is to construct safe and traversable Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) trails for children and beginners within the LO7 Open OHV Area. The design will incorporate various features, including basic riding techniques such as starting, stopping, and steering, along with obstacle navigation that includes small hills, rocks, and ramps. The course will progressively increase in difficulty to build confidence and competencies in young riders, as well as provide opportunities for practicing uphill and downhill maneuvers.

Location LO7 Open OHV Area is located 4 miles South of Meeker Colorado. The Lat/Long of LO7 Open OHV Area is located at: 39°58'25.28"N 107°55'35.61"W

The start of the “Kids Corner” trail is located at: 39°58'22.90"N 107°55'28.37"W.

The start of the “Beginner Plus” trail is located at: 39°58'23.62"N 107°55'35.87"W.

Site Conditions The LO7 Open OHV area is a designated space where individuals can engage in recreational activities using various types of off-highway vehicles, such as ATVs, dirt bikes, and UTVs. These areas are specifically designed to provide a safe, enjoyable, and environmentally responsible environment for enthusiasts while minimizing conflicts with other land uses and preserving natural resources. The BLM is investing to promote safe riding and skill acquisition for children and beginners.

The field office has carefully identified and designated two pathways within the open Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) area that is specifically tailored to accommodate children and beginners. This pathway has been selected based on safety assessments and suitability for young riders and beginners, ensuring that it provides a secure environment for their recreational activities.

The primary objective of this contract is to construct a comprehensive course that not only offers an engaging riding experience but also emphasizes the safe development of essential OHV skills for children and beginners. This course will focus on various skill sets, including but not limited to:

1. Basic Riding Techniques: Instruction on fundamental riding skills, such as balance, steering, and control of the vehicle, to build confidence in young riders.

2. Obstacle Navigation: Incorporation of controlled obstacles and challenges that allow children to practice maneuvering their vehicles in a safe and supervised environment, enhancing their handling skills.

By fostering a safe and supportive environment, this initiative aims to promote lifelong skills and a positive attitude towards outdoor recreation among children and beginners.

Access to Trail and Staging Areas

Given that this project is situated within an open Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) area, numerous pathways have been established by OHV users over time. The operator should prioritize the use of existing paths whenever possible, thereby reducing the need for new disturbances and protecting the integrity of undisturbed vegetation.

Map A map will be provided in section 2 to visually show the trail locations, and the start and stop of the project.

After Award/Issuance of Notice to Proceed (NTP) The Contractor shall submit the documents listed in this section for approval within 14 calendar days.

1. Project Schedule. List the principal project tasks in rough chronological order and show the duration (number of days) anticipated start and end time dates for each task. Update the schedule to indicate planned verses actual accomplishments as the project progresses. Such outlines and revisions shall be in sufficient detail to enable the COR to judge as to the adequacy of the Contractor's operations and to anticipate such conditions as may tend to impair or retard the progress and completion of the work.

2. Single Point-of-Contact: Designate in writing, the Contractor’s single point-of-contact for the project, typically the Project Manager who will see the project through construction. Submit the contact’s name, email, mailing, address and telephone number(s) to the CO and COR.

3. List of Key Project Personnel and their responsibilities.

4. List of Subcontractors and their responsibilities.

Project Description

1. Contractor shall build a sustainable, easy to maintain, children and beginner friendly, OHV

Course that stays on the path of the project location as shown on the map. The trail shall be able to accommodate up to a standard side-by-side. The resulting trail shall be approximately 1 mile in length. The Contractor shall build the path to the latest State and Federal Standards for public OHV Trails and minimize the disturbance of construction and maintenance.

2. The Contractor can use any on site natural elements to achieve the goals set forth in this

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3. The trails shall be designed to withstand a 100 – year storm event. The trails shall be traversable during spring run-off, rain events, and snow events.

Schedule LO7 Open OHV area is open year-round but the peak time for visitors is school summer break typically end of May to middle of September. The anticipated schedule would be to have the project completed from September 1st to October 1st of 2025.

Project Design

1. Construction

a. Construction shall be per the specs provided.

b. Any change of timelines the CO shall be notified.

c. Government shall be given 10 days’ notice before any construction activity that will close the site happens.

d. The Contractor shall have a foreman or representative on site at all times. This will be the main contact for the Government.

e. The Contractor shall collaborate with the on-site recreation staff to address any issues that may arise from proposed changes to the route.

2. Deliverables

a. Construction

1. A proposed outline of the trail clearly staked out to define the alignment and boundaries.

2. Detailed map annotations indicating the specific locations of features to be incorporated into the trail, which will also be delineated in the field.

b. Final Walkthrough

1. Contractor shall have an on-site job foreman.

2. Contractor shall make all arrangements for final walkthrough with the COR.

Value Engineering and Changes Building trails is as much an art form as it is a science. BLM want the best final products and understand unforeseen obstacles can arise wile construction is under way. BLM COR will support zero dollar change orders that can assist with minor reroutes and minor redesigns if an unforeseen obstacle is presented.

Section 2 – Map

Map:

A KML file of the track will be provided. The course is in two sections, Kid’s corner and beginner plus.

With Kids Corner, being a slightly simpler course to the Beginner Plus. In the below map, the Kids Corner route is 1,025 ft in length. The Beginner Plus course is is 1,120 ft.

Section 3 – Bidding Requirements and Equipment

Bidding Requirements The basis of award will be Price and Other Factors. Listed below are what the contractor must display in order to be considered technically acceptable:

1. The project manager or contractor assigned to the field operations must possess demonstrable experience in the design and construction of Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) skills courses.

2. The contractor is required to submit a portfolio showcasing two relevant projects completed within the past five years, including photographs and references that attest to the quality and nature of the work.

3. The contractor must provide evidence of proficiency in skid steer operation.

Section 4 – General Specs and Design

General Cross section Drawings:

The trail shall be classified as one lane Class 4 Trail, characterized by a highly developed design featuring a native surface. No additional materials shall be introduced to the site.

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Course Features:

To effectively cultivate the essential Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) handling skills required for children and beginners to navigate the entire OHV area, the course design should incorporate the following features:

1. Fundamental Skills: Emphasize the instruction of basic skills essential for operating an ATV, including starting, stopping, steering, and overall vehicle control.

2. Obstacle Course Features: Integrate straightforward obstacles, such as small hills, rocks, and ramps, to enhance riders' skills and promote adaptability.

3. Progressive Difficulty: Structure the course to gradually increase in difficulty, enabling riders to develop their confidence and competencies incrementally.

4. Incline Navigation: Incorporate gentle hills to provide opportunities for practicing both uphill and downhill maneuvers, fostering essential riding techniques.

5. Varied Turns: Design the course to include banked turns of varying angles to enhance riders’ steering control and improve their overall handling abilities.

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