2-Specification for DOA DAL Bird Netting (1).docx

City of Dallas Project Title: Bird Netting – Dallas Love Field

INTENT

The intent of this specification is to establish a service agreement for areas of Dallas Love Field requiring bird netting as a nesting deterrent.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

Dallas Love Field Airport has an ongoing issue with birds such as pigeons, grackles, and mourning doves roosting and nesting in the baggage conveyor area where bag operations occur for commercial airlines. There is physical evidence of this because of the constant removal of nests and droppings. Even though it may be a small risk, there are human diseases (histoplasmosis, cryptococcosis, and psittacosis) linked to bird droppings. Along with health hazards, birds also pose hazards to passengers’ personal belongings. To mitigate risks such as these, we are continuously attempting to make the airport as unattractive to wildlife as possible. One of the ways to mitigate bird activity is by removing their shelter. Installing the bird netting would act as a deterrent to prevent birds from roosting and nesting in the baggage conveyor area.

SCOPE OF WORK:

The vendor will install a bird net to prevent pest birds from infesting the baggage conveyor area and provide a minimal amount of aesthetic change to the appearance of the location. The netting would be a permanent solution to this problem by eliminating bird activity and preventing droppings on baggage, conveyor belts, employee recreational areas, etc. The netting should be a heavy-duty, high-density polyethylene netting. It should be black so that it is barely visible and does not obstruct the view of security cameras or other personnel needing to view items behind the net. Once installed, the netting will be nearly invisible, lightweight, flexible, and will require zero maintenance from the Department of Aviation. The net should be resistant to the sun, wind, chemicals, and other weathering. The dimensions of the net itself should be no larger than 3/4", so that even a bird as small as a swallow would not be able to enter. There should also be no gaps visible that would allow a bird of any size to re-enter.

The netting will be installed across the entire length of the conveyor area, from the north end to the south end overhang. Permanent anchors will need to be installed to support the netting. At both the north and south ends, a solid metal man door will be framed for entry. In the central area, a double man-door will be incorporated for access. Aluminum angle framing will be installed at ground level as a border for securing the net, offering both structural support and protection against potential contact from employee traffic, as well as for equipment such as brooms. A yellow-painted strip along the ground border should be applied to clearly alert personnel to the netting’s presence. The netting will be securely attached to the ground, surrounding poles, man-door framework, and the underside of the canopy concrete area using appropriate cables, tensioners, turnbuckles, and hog rings to ensure a stable installation. There should be a minimum of five (5) year warranty included for the netting.

CITY OF DALLAS WILL:

1. Provide a walkthrough of the site to identify the area that needs to be net-screened.

1. Schedule/coordinate with vendor to make specific cuts before light fixtures need to be changed/repaired, or any other scheduled repair is needed.

1. Inspect as needed for the duration of the contract to ensure the netting is sturdy and free of slack or entry points for birds.

VENDOR WILL:

1. Provide transportation to and from the terminal

1. Provide materials for installation

1. Provide equipment for installation

1. Conduct a walkthrough with Environmental and other needed divisions at the completion of each section and upon completion of the project.

1. Obtain airport identification badges for employees prior to working on this net-screening project

4. Responsible for any fees and documentation required to do so

4. Pass Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Transportation Security Administration (TSA) background investigations.

1. Ensure that employees wear their company uniform for identification

1. Coordinate with airlines/DOA staff when working.

1. Provide a supplemental agreement for the needs of any possible repairs.

1. Perform Foreign Object Debris walks throughout the day and at the end of every workday to ensure no loose items remain onsite.

1. Comply with all DAL rules and regulations when in the AOA.

1. Contact the ACC at (214) 670-5683 for any non-emergencies

INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS

The awarded contractor must provide a Certificate of Insurance showing General Liability, Automobile, and Workers Compensation/ Employers Liability Insurance coverage. The City of Dallas will be provided a Waiver of Subrogation waiving Rights of Recovery against city of Dallas on the Workers Compensation/Employer Liability policy. The city will be shown as the certificate holder. This insurance must stay in force for the duration of the contract.

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