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OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted , such change may be made by letter or electronic communication, provided each letter or electronic communication makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

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Tulsa OK 74136-1061

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6655 S Lewis Ave U.S. Department of Energy SWPA (Tulsa) Southwestern Power Administration

Tulsa OK 74136-1061

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6655 S Lewis Ave U.S. Department of Energy SWPA (Tulsa) Southwestern Power Administration

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05/19/2025

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14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

HERBICIDE APPLICATION ON SWPA'S LINE 3001 (GORE)

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PWS.

1. The purpose of this amendment is to change the performance end date in the PWS from

August 31,2025 to September 30, 2025.

2. Extend the due date of the solicitation From June 2, 2025, to June 09,2025.

3. Add attachments

4. Questions and answers:

Q: Are we the "contractor" expected to supply the chemical for this work?

A: Yes, whoever is awarded the contract would have to supply the chemical that is applied.

This is the reason why we provide SWPA approved herbicide list.

Q: We see the approved herbicide list attachment. Is there a certain formulation you would

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15C. DATE SIGNED 16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR 16C. DATE SIGNED

(Signature of person authorized to sign) (Signature of Contracting Officer)

Brooke Butcher

STANDARD FORM 30 (REV. 11/2016)

Prescribed by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

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prefer?

A: Formulations doesn’t matter other than it would need to be on SWPA approved list and the chemicals would need to target all possible brush in within the ROW.

Q: We would like to have a representative visit the project locations, do we need any keys, codes, or permission to access these areas?

A: Yes, they would most likely need keys and a representative to view these areas of the ROW because of landowner permission. Photos have been added to show the location and the type of vegetation in the area.

Q: Is there a contact we can reach out to communicate with?

A: For the solicitation the point of contact is the Contract Specialist, LeRoy

LeMarr. Email at leroy.lemarr@swpa.gov.

Q: Geographic Specificity: Could you please confirm whether GPS coordinates, a

KML/KMZ file, or a transmission alignment map is available to help identify the exact route between Structures 616 and 431?

A: We cannot give this type of information until after the contract has been awarded. There is an attachment with the area of the transmission Line.

Q: Surface Area: Is there an estimated right-of-way width or treatment acreage associated with this project that can be used to estimate herbicide volume and crew deployment?

A: Our right-of-way is 100-foot total (50 ft out each way from the center phase conductor).

Q: Vegetation Conditions: If available, could you share any guidance on the density or type of vegetation anticipated within this segment of the right-of-way?

A: There is approximately 2-3 years of growth since the line was previously cut.

Vegetation in this area consist of a lot of pine, Cedar, variety of oaks, sycamores, willows, and sporadic amount of Sycamore, red maple, cottonwood, black walnut, dog woods, redbud, persimmon, etc.

NSN 7540-01-152-8067 OPTIONAL FORM 336 (4-86)

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FAR (48 CFR) 53.110

Vegetation Management Performance Work Statement(PWS)

1. Project Scope:

• Herbicide application on SWPA’s 3001 – Dardanelle-Hilltop line, located in the Ozark-St. Francis National Forest.

• The project will cover an estimated 25–26 miles of transmission line, specifically between Structures 616 to 431.

2. Application Method:

• Herbicide application shall target woody and brushy-type vegetation that grows up into the transmission lines, creating potential hazards.

• Application must be conducted using low-volume back-pack style sprayers.

• Trucks and all-terrain vehicles (side x sides) may be used to transport personnel, supplies, and equipment to and from SWPA’s right of way only.

• Trucks, tractors, and all-terrain vehicles cannot be used to spray or apply herbicide.

3. Herbicide Requirements:

• All herbicides used must be either:

- On SWPA’s Approved Herbicide List, or

- Approved by SWPA’s Environmental Team prior to application.

4. Target Timeframe:

• The vegetation management work shall occur between May 1st and September 30.

5. Supervision and Team Requirements:

• Contractor must provide experienced team leaders/foremen to supervise all spraying crews throughout the duration of the project.

6. Operational Plan Requirement:

• The contractor must submit a Operational Plan prior to the start of the project.

This plan must include:

- Type of equipment to be used.

- Projected timeframe from the start to the completion of the project.