B08_Attachment_-__SOW_-_GLAC_Farrier_Services.docx
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- Glacier National Park - Farrier Services for Park Federal contract opportunity
- Solicitation number
- 140P1424Q0019
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This statement of work describes farrier services required by Glacier National Park. The park requires horseshoeing for 80 to 120 head of stock per year at its headquarters barn in West Glacier, Montana. Services include hoof preparation, shoe fitting and installation, and nail setting according to standard practices. The contractor must be certified and experienced in farrier work, capable of shoeing 8-10 head per day. The park will provide shoeing stocks, shoes, nails, and wrangled stock. Estimated shoeing dates are in mid-May through mid-June and mid-July through mid-August. Related solicitation number 140P1424Q0019 seeks these farrier services for the park through the National Park Service and Department of the Interior.
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| Sol_140P1424Q0019_Amd_0003.pdf | ||
| Sol_140P1424Q0019_Amd_0002.pdf | ||
| Sol_140P1424Q0019_Amd_0001.pdf | ||
| B09_Amendment_1_-_Vendor_Q_As_-_140P1424Q0019_-_GLAC_Farrier_Services_0001.docx | DOCX document | |
| Sol_140P1424Q0019.pdf | ||
| B08_Attachment_-_Wage_Determination_2015-5397_REV_21_Dated_12-25-23_Glacier_County_MT.pdf |
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Statement of Work (SOW) Glacier National Park (GLAC)
SCOPE:
GLAC requires Horseshoeing Farrier Services for horse and mule stock for a one-year base period, with two one-year options.
Minimum amount of shoeing 80 Head per year.
Maximum amount of shoeing 120 Head per year.
Stock disposition is primarily manageable. Mule shoeing service shall primarily be performed using government shoeing stocks for ease of shoeing. Horse shoeing service will be performed standing. Mules and horses will be made available to the contractor by the GLAC.
GLAC will furnish personnel to wrangle and catch the stock to be shod. Contractor is responsible for loading, unloading, and working with animals in shoeing stocks in a safe manner, however GLAC will provide knowledgeable staff to assist but not perform actual service. Contractor shall provide an assistant if needed.
STANDARDS:
1. Shoeing of stock will be done in a professional manner in accordance with standard horse shoeing practices. Stock will not be thrown.
2. Hoof Preparation: Hooves shall be level and trimmed to insure even weight bearing. Flares shall be removed prior to shoe application. Heels should be equal in length and height.
3. Balance: The foot shall be balanced anteriorly/posteriorly and medially/laterally. The hoof shall bear weight evenly and be centered under the leg.
4. Shoe Preparation: Shoes shall be level and shaped to allow for expansion. Shoes shall be correctly sized and shaped to fit the horse or mule hoof, addressing any conformation abnormalities.
5. Nails: Nails shall be driven evenly to a height of 3/4" to 1". Clinches shall be a minimum of 1/8" and set.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Shall have a current certification or other documentation that demonstrates training from a farrier’s school or equivalent.
2. Shall have verifiable past experience with the same scope and size providing farrier services.
3. Capability to shoe 8-10 head of stock per day.
4. Shall contain a complete set of shoeing tools and equipment.
GOVERNMENT FURNISHED EQUIPMENT:
1. Shoeing Stocks.
2. Shoes and Nails. Shoes will be manufactured of hot dropped forged steel. Shoes are typically Diamond/St. Croix regular weight horseshoes with toe and heel calks. (Nails will be the appropriate size for the shoes provided.)
WORK LOCATION:
All shoeing will be performed at the Park Headquarters Barn/Corral located one mile from park entrance at West Glacier, MT 59936
WORK SCHEDULE:
Specific dates will be determined after award. The second shoeing dates will be determined as early as possible based on the packing schedule and on contractor availability.
ESTIMATED HEAD AND SHOEING DATES:
Headquarters Barn 40-60 Mid-May-Mid June with dates to be determined with contractor.
Headquarters Barn 40-60 Mid July -Mid-August with dates based on packing schedule and to be determined with contractor.
Shoeing service shall be performed between 7:30 AM and 5:00 PM, Mountain Time. Contractor shall arrive on time as scheduled.
No shoeing services shall be conducted on weekends or government holidays.
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