A04_-_GLCA_SOW_DL_Hazard_Tree_Removal.pdf

Statement of Work Hazard Tree Removal and Trimming

Background

Glen Canyon National Recreation Area (GLCA, or “the Park”) is seeking a contractor to perform tree trimming and tree removal tasks, as well as debris disposal. The Park has identified approx.

67 specific hazardous trees in the “Down Lake” portion of the Park.

Dead trees and/or limbs pose a falling object hazard, and can cause harm to visitors, employees, as well as property such as structures or vehicles.

Location Information

Work will be performed at seven general areas within GLCA:

1. Lee’s Ferry Campground (36.8595 N, 111.6062 W)

2. Lee’s Ferry Employee Housing (36.8631 N, 111.6007 W)

3. Lee’s Ferry Weaver House Historical Site (36.8689 N, 111.5955 W)

4. Wahweap Housing (36.9874 N, 111.4927 W)

5. Wahweap Picnic Area & Fish Cleaning Station (36.9968 N, 111.4948 W)

6. Wahweap District Ranger Office (36.9950 N, 111.4912 W)

7. Wahweap Main Ramp Comfort Station (36.9924 N, 111.4877 W)

8. Page Housing (Multiple Street Addresses, Page AZ, 86040)

Pedestrian and vehicle traffic, to include children and pets, should be expected to be present throughout the project.

All work locations are in the immediate vicinity of buildings, fences, recreational vehicles or trailers, and other objects that are at risk of damage from falling limbs or trunks during tree cutting operations.

The Weaver House (at Lonely Dell) area is particularly sensitive due to its status and value as an important historical site, and all work in the area must be performed with the utmost concern for preservation of all features at the site. The Wahweap District Ranger Office shares this status as historically important.

Intent of project work to be completed:

The National Park Service is seeking a licensed, qualified, and experienced Contractor to perform all work as indicated in this Scope of Work.

Trimming and removal work includes lopping, pruning, trimming, repairing, and removing trees as well as ground operations relating to tree work – like wood chipping and stump grinding.

Specific trees have been identified and taped/marked by NPS personnel, with current status reflected in an addendum to indicate required corrective action.

Scope of Work:

The Contractor shall obtain all required permits, licenses, and drawings, from all agencies, as required.

The Contractor shall supply submittals of all materials to NPS for approval fourteen (14) days prior to proceeding with work.

The Contractor shall meet all safety regulations required by local, state, and federal agencies such as OSHA.

The Contractor shall comply with the Davis Bacon Act, and all National Park Service policies and requirements.

The Contractor is responsible for determining specific work practices to be utilized for all work.

All work, including work practices, is subject to inspection and approval by the Contracting Officer or their Representative. Work or work practices are subject to inspection by regulatory personnel.

The Contractor’s certified arborist shall make a determination for each tree with an action Status of “Trim” as to the actual work to be performed, to include lopping dead limbs, reducing canopy, trimming low branches, etc. Tree trimming shall be performed no later than May 1st, or no earlier than Nov 1st of the calendar year.

The Contractor shall develop a written Fertilizer Plan for trimmed/pruned trees, developed by a certified arborist. The plan shall include a liquid deep root application that does not require additional or follow-up watering or other treatments, and is not a granular type dry material.

The Contractor shall be required to barricade all walkways and roads within the work area and install barrier tape encircling the work area to prevent non-authorized persons from entering the work area.

The Contractor shall make use of protective barriers or other controls to prevent any damage to structures, especially the historically important structures such as Weaver House, Wahweap

DRO.

The Contractor shall temporarily move or re-locate any fence or section of fencing that would interfere with trimming or removal of trees, in order to allow safe and efficient access to the tree, as well as to protect the fence. Any affected fence or section of fence shall be returned to its original location, secured or installed properly, and repaired as needed.

Any discrepancies between provided drawings details and scope of work, the scope of work will take precedence.

The Contractor shall perform the following tasks:

1. Trim the specific NPS identified trees to a safe, neat and healthy state, removing all dead branches, and pruning lower branches where indicated.

2. Provide trimmed/pruned trees with a fertilizer application (submittal to be approved by

COR) to promote health and growth.

3. Remove NPS identified trees, to include grinding stumps down below grade level.

4. Clean up all debris and trimmings resulting from this project, remove from Park property.

All debris must be removed, and the area cleaned up before moving to the next work area.

Requirements:

The Contractor shall:

a. Provide skilled workers qualified to perform the required tasks in a manner comparable with the best standards of practice, under the supervision of a Certified Arborist (CA) qualified by the International Society of Arboriculture. They shall maintain continuity of personnel and coordinate transfers of key personnel with Contracting Officer or their

COR.

b. Perform all work contained in this scope in accordance with OSHA regulatory standards, to include 29 CFR 1910.166 (Logging), 241 FW 12 (Chainsaw Safety), ANSI Z133 (Arboricultural Operation).

c. Provide a Superintendent at the work site during all phases of work. Site Superintendent may also be designated as the Safety Manager for this project.

d. Post clear signage at the work sight with emergency contact information, jobsite safety requirements (PPE, etc.), Contract Minimum Wage Rates, and any other information required to be posted.

e. Dispose of debris and other waste materials in accordance with all local, state, and federal regulation. All costs incurred in the dumpster rentals and disposal of waste materials shall be paid by the Contractor.

f. Schedule any work with local utility companies as necessary and pay all associated costs and expenses.

g. Provide Contractor developed documents to include the following:

i. Safety Plan (Shall designate the Contractor’s employee and one alternate, by names, that will be the on-site Safety Manager)

ii. Schedule of Work

iii. Written Fertilizer Plan for Trimmed Trees

iv. Detailed Work Plan.

h. Prevent any hazard to vehicles, pedestrians (persons or pets), property (to include buildings, trailers, fences, vegetation) during the operation of Contractor equipment or vehicles.

i. Provide basic traffic monitoring and control in work areas, with a designated spotter at all times.

j. Be responsible for repairing any damage caused by the execution of this project at no cost to the NPS.

k. Arrange with the NPS contracting officer for an inspection of each site/work area with an NPS representative for a review of any defects or failures before completion of work at each site. The Contractor shall make all corrections to any defects or failures identified during this inspection before proceeding to the next site/work area.

Objectives:

a. The Contractor is responsible to field verify all measurements and locations. A pre-bid site visit shall be scheduled by the contracting office in order to obtain these verifications.

All grid coordinates in this SOW (Lat, Long) are to be considered as approximate, and shall be verified before any work is performed.

b. The Contractor shall transport, or have hauled away, all vegetation debris to the Page Transfer Station (Republic Services), or other dump site to be approved by the COR.

Contractor shall pay all dump fees associated with this project. Contractor shall provide a roll off dumpster at the work site, and/or a truck and trailer of sufficient size to adequately store and contain demolished debris and trash, prior to it being hauled away, through all phases of this project.

c. All equipment used by the Contractor on this project shall meet OSHA regulations for construction equipment, to include OSHA certification for all chainsaw operators.

d. All vehicles and equipment must be thoroughly cleaned and any debris removed prior to entering or re-entering the Park to prevent transport and depositing of any invasive species.

e. On site working hours shall be scheduled between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM (MST), Monday through Friday. No weekend or Federal Holiday work will normally be permitted. Requests for exceptions must be submitted in writing to the Contracting Officer at least 48 hours in advance.

Deliveries:

a. The Contractor shall submit all required permits, licenses, and a written safety plan within thirty (30) days after the contract is awarded.

b. The Contractor shall commence work on the project during the specified time frame.

c. The Contractor shall have any supplies, material, and equipment delivered directly to the job site. Nothing shall be delivered to any of the Park's delivery addresses.

d. The Contractor shall provide all equipment, operators, and any other personnel as required to load and unload materials and supplies at the job site. Neither Park employees nor government equipment will be utilized in performance of this project.

Security:

a. The Contractor will be required to furnish storage for all supplies, materials, and equipment. Parking spots or other locations shall be coordinated with the COR if within the Park. Parking on the street in the City of Page will be on a first come, first served basis. The Government will not assume responsibility for the security of the Contractor's supplies, materials, or equipment.

b. The Contractor shall furnish and require the use of personal protection equipment for all persons working in or about the project site, all in accordance with requirements set forth by regulatory agencies applicable to the construction industry.

c. Contractor shall be required to identify themselves to NPS Staff and Park Rangers at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area.

d. Contractor shall keep the work sites always clean and store materials in a tidy, safe and secure manner.

Place(s) of Performance:

a. Lee’s Ferry is approx. 45 miles Southwest of Page AZ, via US-89 and US-89A.

b. Wahweap is approx. 8 miles Northwest of Page AZ, via US-89.

c. Page, Arizona, located approximately 2-1/2 hours east of St. George, UT, or 2 hours north of Flagstaff, AZ, and situated along US Highway 89

d. Lodging is available in Page as there are several major chain hotels in town.

Period of Performance:

a. The Contractor shall obtain all required permits, drawings, licenses, etc., within thirty

(30) days of Contract Award.

b. The Contractor shall begin work within fifteen (15) days of receiving Notice to Proceed.

All work shall be completed with sixty (60) days of NTP, no later than May 1st, 2025.

Measurements and Payments:

PAYMENT WILL BE MADE PER CONTRACT payment schedule through the IPP system.

Addendums:

1. Regional Map

2. Specific Tree Locations