A04_BISO_200042A_SOS.pdf

Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area

Oneida, TN

Statement of Specifications Correct 8 Miles of Fork Ridge Trails to Mitigate Erosion from Improper

Water Drainage

03/28/2025

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

INTERIOR REGION 2, SOUTH ATLANTIC GULF

NORTH MAJOR ACQUISITION BUYING OFFICE

SOS Format

1. BACKGROUND:

2. PROJECT IDENTIFIERS:

3. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE:

4. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE:

5. SCOPE:

6. TASK:

7. INSPECTION:

8. PROJECT PERSONELL:

1. BACKGROUND:

Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area (BISO): Located on the Kentucky- Tennessee border, BISO encompasses approximately 125,000 acres. Established by Congress on March 7, 1974, its mission focuses on preserving the area's natural and cultural resources for current and future generations. The park features the Big South Fork of the Cumberland River and its tributaries in their natural state, promoting ecological integrity and a variety of recreational activities. These activities support the local economy and provide leisure opportunities in the economically challenged region.

The Fork Ridge Multi-Use Trail and Fork Ridge Horse Trail are vital recreational assets, providing year-round access for hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, and off-road vehicles. This project will complete the trails’ rehabilitation by installing a six-inch gravel lift, creating a crowned surface to shed water into ditch lines, and compacting it to meet NPS Trail Standards as outlined in the park’s General Management Plan. Gravel delivery and spreading will be performed by contractor under the supervision of an appointed COR. Compaction and final surfacing will be performed by non-permanent NPS Staff. With the sub-base already in place, this final step will stabilize the trail surfaces and ensure they require only minimal annual maintenance, with periodic gravel replenishment every five years as part of a cyclic maintenance program.

Originally rough jeep trails, many park trails have not been fully upgraded due to funding limitations. Without this gravel lift, the trails will continue to deteriorate, risking the loss of previous investments and hindering visitor access. High precipitation has exacerbated damage, making timely repairs essential to prevent more extensive and costly rehabilitation. Completion of this project will bring eight miles of trails to standard, reduce deferred maintenance, and ensure continued access for hiking, horseback riding, and other recreational pursuits.

2. PROJECT IDENTIFIERS:

PMIS NUMBER: 327523A

PROJECT TITLE: “Perform Cyclic Maintenance to Laurel Hill MUT and Miller Branch Horse Trail”

3. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE:

This project will take place on the Fork Ridge MUT and Fork Ridge Horse Trail within the Big South Fork NRRA. Please see map below:

4. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE:

• The contractor shall begin delivery and required spreading within 14 calendar days following the receipt of the notice to proceed. The contractor shall complete all work within 30 days of receipt of the notice to proceed.

• Exceptions to this timeline are limited to unforeseen events beyond the control of the contractor, such as natural disasters or other force majeure occurrences. In such cases, the contractor shall promptly notify the National Park Service and provide an estimated delay period.

• Delays caused by actions or requirements of the National Park Service will be addressed separately. In these instances, the contractor shall provide a revised timeline for completion, subject to approval by the National Park Service.

Note: The contractor is advised to incorporate a reasonable buffer within their proposed timeline to accommodate potential minor delays and ensure timely completion.

5. SCOPE:

• The National Park Service (NPS) will contract the procurement, delivery, and tailgate spreading of materials required to restore and maintain the Fork Ridge Multi-Use Trail (MUT) and Fork Ridge Horse Trail within the Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area (BISO).

• The contractor shall provide all materials, supplies, services, equipment, and construction necessary to complete the project as outlined in the contract. This includes ensuring that all aspects of the project are executed to the standards specified by the NPS.

• All costs associated with these requirements shall be included in the contractor's bid. No additional funds will be provided by the government beyond the agreed contract amount.

6. TASK:

• Contractor shall deliver and tailgate spread as required 7327.5 tons of crusher run limestone aggregate sizing from 3/4” down to dust.

• Contractor shall deliver and tailgate spread as required 1293 tons of #4 limestone aggregate sizing 1 ½” average.

• All material shall be limestone aggregate free of dirt, wood, sand, and/or invasive material so as not to establish unwanted flora and fauna within the park.

• Contractor shall establish exact tailgate spreading and stockpile area(s) with COR prior to unloading.

• The potential contractor shall use equipment appropriately sized to avoid causing any damage to park property. It is important to note that certain trail sections have a minimum width clearance of 9 feet and a height clearance of 11 feet, and the contractor's equipment must be able to navigate these dimensions without causing harm or disruption.

• The contractor shall implement traffic control measures on public roads in strict compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. This includes the proper use of signage, barriers, and signals as necessary to ensure the safety of both the public and workers, while minimizing disruption to normal traffic flow.

• The contractor shall provide certified weigh bills for all delivered materials to the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) daily.

• The contractor shall comply with pertinent provisions of the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA), state, local, safety, laws, and all pertinent provisions of the contract.

• The contractor shall comply with pertinent Environmental Protection Agency laws.

• All tools, equipment and other related materials shall be removed at the end of each workday and the area shall be left neat and clean.

• The contractor shall comply with all provisions of NHPA and NEPA compliance documents that will be provided by Big South Fork staff.

• The BISO Safety Officer has the authority to issue restraint or cease-and-desist orders to the contractor when violations or unsafe acts are present and threaten government and contractor employees or damage to government property.

• The contractor shall immediately report to the Contracting Officer, COR and BLRI safety officer all accidents resulting in employee injury, death, or damage to property while performing this contract.

• The contractor shall supply a site/project specific safety plan with all submittal packages.

• All equipment shall be thoroughly cleaned and inspected prior to entrance onto park property to decrease the risk of introducing invasive species into the park.

• Damage Mitigation: Any damage caused by contractor equipment shall be rehabilitated to its original state. Heavy machinery will not be allowed off established road surface.

Any damage caused by contractor must be reported immediately.

• Load Restrictions: Vehicles and trailers on park roads shall adhere to load and speed restrictions, with special care on saturated or frozen ground.

• Equipment Restrictions: No equipment shall enter the woods except on designated established roads. Heavy equipment and trucks must stay on roadways.

• Areas Restrictions: Areas utilized for parking equipment will be designated and agreed upon prior to project initiation. Parking areas must be located off the roadway or trails.

• Lane Closures: If needed, the contractor will employ shoulder or one-lane closures for aggregate delivery in accordance with Section 01599 and FHWA standards. Temporary full road closures (up to 30 minutes) may be requested for deliveries.

• Signage and Personnel: The contractor is responsible for traffic control signage and personnel, ensuring minimal disruption to traffic flow. Areas where the parkway remains closed due to washouts and other damage will determine the responsibility and need for traffic control.

• Any damage to the tread surface or appurtenances must be repaired to its original state as determined by the COR.

7. INSPECTION:

• Inspection Process: Upon completion of the contracted services, the government will conduct a thorough inspection to evaluate the quality and completeness of the work/product. This inspection will be carried out by designated government representatives.

• Criteria for Evaluation: The inspection will assess whether all contract performance and administrative requirements have been met satisfactorily. The evaluation criteria will include adherence to project specifications, quality of workmanship, and compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.

• Deficiency Correction: In cases where deficiencies or non-compliant work are identified during the inspection, the contractor shall make the necessary corrections in a timely manner. The government will provide specific feedback and a timeframe for addressing these issues.

• Final Payment: Final payment for the contracted services will be processed only after the government confirms that all requirements have been satisfactorily completed and any identified deficiencies have been corrected.