A04_Scope_of_Work_LAVO_Trees_Water_Tank.pdf

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STATEMENT OF WORK

Solicitation #140P8424Q0125

HAZARDOUS TREE MITIGATION

SCOPE: In accordance with the terms and conditions of the Contract, the offeror shall perform the work as described below.

PERFORMANCE PERIOD: The work of this scope of services shall be performed approximately

September 15, 2024, to October 31, 2024.

PROJECT LOCATION:

The work locations for base project and bid options of this contract are located in multiple locations within Lassen Volcanic National Park (LAVO) Headquarters Area as well as along road leading up to a newly installed water tank behind HQ area. The Lassen HQ area can be accessed right off of Hwy 36 past the Tehama County Fire Station 20. The address is 38050 Hwy 36 E, Mineral, CA 96063.

NPS CONTACTS: The following are National Park Service contacts for this scope of services.

• Joe Pettegrew. Chief of Maintenance- 530-200-3065

• Jacob Edwards- Forester (513) 317-8019

PART 1 - GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF WORK

Work identified in this contract shall include felling select hazard trees and flushing cutting stumps to ground level to mitigate threats to park infrastructure. Once trees have been felled, they must be bucked into manageable lengths of no longer than 12’ in length and slash must be staged along roadways in preparation of chipping operations that will be completed by NPS Staff. Logs will also be removed by the

NPS and is not a responsibility of the contractor. The trees identified in this contract package have been logged on a line item sheet which is included in the Scope of Work for this project. Each tree has been identified by its DBH, height and locations and have been included at the of the SOW for this contract package. Listed trees slated for removal are in poor health and are in close proximity to park infrastructure such as buildings, fire hydrants, street lighting, historic stone ditches and water tanks.

Careful considerations must be taken when felling these trees to minimize any chances of damages to facilities and utilities noted above.

• Specific trees identified by park staff for removal are marked in the field and also listed in the attached bid schedule.

Specific trees identified by park staff for removal at both locations are marked with blue paint in the field and correlate with the list in the attached bid schedule.

PART 2 - SCOPE OF SERVICES REQUIREMENTS

The offeror shall provide all of the personnel, equipment, and services required to perform the following tasks:

1. Fell and flush cut trees identified in the bid schedule for removal. All material stemming from felling operations shall be bucked to 12’ lengths or shorter for NPS removal.

2. Tree slash shall be pulled and staged along roadways for NPS chipping operations and removal.

The contractor is NOT responsible for the removal of slash, only the placement of.

3. All trees are to be flush cut at no higher than 4-6 inches above grade. If an issue arises which would require the stump be higher, coordinate with COR or Field Inspector for approval.

4. No vehicle or heavy equipment use will be allowed off pavement without prior approval of the

NPS COR. During any pre-bid site visit, offeror needs to identify where a mechanical lift may be required to travel off pavement to perform elevated work to fell the trees identified by the NPS, and request prior approval by the NPS COR.

5. Saw gas must be properly stored in an approved “safety can” without damage. Cans should hold no more than 5 gallons and have a fully functional lid or spout cover that is designed to relieve internal pressures if subjected to fire. Leaky cans or cans without lids must be removed from the project work site immediately. Fuel should not be left on site overnight.

6. Contractor must have spill protection and spill clean-up equipment on site.

7. Contractor can only work weekdays during the normal business working hours of 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. No work shall be performed beyond normal working hours, on weekends or federal holidays without prior approval of the Contracting Officer.

8. Keep driveways, roads and parking areas clear and available to Government, Government's employees, and emergency vehicles at all times. Do not use these areas for parking or storage of materials.

9. Establishment of a camp within the work site will not be permitted.

10. The contractor shall obtain all necessary permits for the work of this project if necessary.

11. The Contractor shall ensure that prior to moving on to the project area, all equipment is free of soil, seeds, vegetative matter, or other debris that could contain or hold seeds. Equipment shall be considered free of soil, seeds and other such debris when a visual inspection does not disclose such material. Disassembly of equipment components or specialized inspection tools is not required though an NPS representative may perform a visual inspection. It is recommended that the contractor clean said equipment / vehicles outside of the Headquarters Area before entering.

12. To prevent accidental fire starts saws must be equipped with spark arrestors. In addition the following equipment must be within 100 yards of cutting operations when the fire danger is moderate or greater: 1 round point shovel greater than 48” long, 1 Pulaski (or 1 hoe and 1 axe), 10 gallons of water. Any accidental fire starts should be reported immediately. Should the fire exceed the size of a campfire and threaten workers safety they should depart the area.

13. Smoking is prohibited except in developed recreation sites, vehicles, or while seated in an area of at least three feet in diameter that is barren or cleared of all flammable materials.

14. The building of camp, lunch, warming, and other fires within National Park Service property is prohibited.

15. If any artifacts or human remains are exposed during contract operations, they shall be left in place and the Contractor must immediately notify the COR or Contracting Officer who will contact the Park Cultural Resources Specialist.

16. All conduct outside of the specified work is subject to park rules and regulations concerning:

littering, wildlife harassment, collecting, resource damage and other topics as specified for the

NPS in the Code of Federal Regulations title 36 can be found at http://www.gpoaccess.gov/ecfr/.

PART 4 - CONTRACTOR FURNISHED PROPERTY AND SERVICES

1. The contractor shall designate one employee as a watchman for the work zone whose sole duty shall be to warn and advise the public or NPS Staff of any hazards present in the area as a result of this contract. During sawing operations, this person must monitor for and keep all visiting public and NPS Staff at least 100 feet away from all felling operations.

2. After award and prior to the start of operations, contractor shall provide for COR approval a schedule of work that, to the extent possible, details how long the contractor will be performing tree felling at each work area.

PART 5 – TRAFFIC CONTROL

1. Contractor shall, at all times, conduct operations to ensure the least inconvenience to residents and park staff at the Headquarters area. Area closures may be permitted, when requested by the offeror with 3 days advanced notice, and upon specific approval of the

Contracting Officer. The COR will work with the contractor to institute closures in advance if approved.

PART 6 - SOIL/SITE DISTURBANCE

1. Contractor shall limit use of premises to areas only for the purpose of completions of the

SOW within this solicitation and typically to paved surfaces. Do not disturb portions of project sites beyond these areas without prior approval by the COR. Confine storage of equipment to paved areas within developed areas or as otherwise approved by the COR.

NPS acknowledges that most disturbances will be during the tree bole removal process which again, will be removed by NPS and rehabilitated by the NPS.

2. Provide temporary barriers to protect existing trees and plants and root zones and prevent damage to natural surroundings as necessary. Do not remove, injure, or destroy trees or other plants not part of the hazard assessment without prior approval. Do not fasten ropes, cables, or guys to existing trees that are not being treated as part of this contract. Restore damaged areas, including damaged fire hydrants, street lighting poles, buildings or manicured grounds at no additional expense to the Government.

http://www.gpoaccess.gov/ecfr/

3. Comply with all legal load restrictions in the hauling of materials. Load restrictions on park roads are identical to the state load restrictions with such additional regulations as may be imposed by the Park Superintendent. Information regarding rules and regulations for vehicular traffic on park roads may be obtained from the Office of the Park

Superintendent. A special permit will not relieve Contractor of liability for damage which may result from moving of equipment.

PART 7 - SAFETY MEASURES/LIMITATIONS

A. Successful bidder must submit a safety plan to the Contracting Officer. The Contracting Officer will review the proposed program for compliance with OSHA and project requirements. If the program requires any revisions or corrections, the Contractor shall resubmit the program within 10 days. The program shall include:

1. Name of responsible supervisor to carry out the program.

2. Weekly and monthly safety meetings.

3. First aid procedures.

4. Outline of each phase of the work, the hazards associated with each major phase, and the methods proposed to ensure property protection and safety of the public, National Park

Service personnel, and Contractor's employees. Identify the work included under each phase by reference to activity (cutting, piling, traffic control, etc.) and cutting unit (if necessary).

5. Training, both initial and continuing.

6. In case of conflicts between Federal, state, and local safety and health requirements, the most stringent shall apply. Equipment or tools not meeting OSHA requirements will not be allowed on the project sites. Failure to comply with the requirements of this section and related sections may result in suspension of work.

7. Upon request, submit proof of employees' qualifications to perform assigned duties in a safe manner. Ensure that employees are physically qualified to perform their assigned duties in a safe manner.

8. Do not allow employees to work whose ability or alertness is impaired because of drugs, fatigue, illness, intoxication, or other conditions that may expose themselves or others to injury.

9. Operators of vehicles, mobile equipment, hoisting equipment, and hazardous plant equipment shall be able to understand signs, signals, and operating instructions, and be capable of operating such equipment. Provide operating instructions for all equipment.

Newly hired operators shall be individually tested by an experienced operator or supervisor to determine if they are capable of safely operating equipment.

10. Contractor shall meet requirements of OSHA regulations for tree removal operations during operations. All employees must have adequate Personal Protective Equipment

(PPE) including, but not limited to; hard hat, hearing protection, eye protection, sturdy footwear, and gloves. When running a chainsaw or adjacent to a running saw chaps must be worn. Chaps must be free of saw cuts and other significant damage. Inspect personal protective equipment daily and maintain in a serviceable condition. Clean, sanitize, and repair, as appropriate, personal items before issuing them to another individual.

Regulations for tree removal operations can be found at http://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owadisp.show_document?p_table=STANDARDS&p_id

=9862

11. The contractor must keep a first aid kit that meets the OSHA requirements on site when cutting. (see Appendix B of the OSHA logging requirements). The contractor must have at least one First Aid certified employee on site during cutting operations. Employee must carry written certification showing currency.

12. The contractor must maintain the ability to contact 911 or a LAVO emergency medical technician within 5 minutes in case of emergency. Cell phone coverage is limited in some work areas. Radio frequencies for LAVO staff and staff cell phone numbers will be provided upon request.

13. Post telephone numbers and reporting instructions for ambulance, physician, hospital, fire department, and police in conspicuous locations at the work site. The nearest known emergency medical facility for the LAVO ML Campground work location is the

Shingletown Medical Center at 31292 Alpine Meadows Rd, Shingletown, CA 96088. The contractor should become familiar with this facilities location and capacity and make this information known to all employees working on the project prior to starting work. In an emergency, call 911.

14. Reportable Accidents: A reportable accident is defined as death, occupational disease, traumatic injury to employees or the public, property damage by accident in excess of

$100, and fires. Notify Contracting Officer immediately in the event of a reportable accident. Within 7 days of a reportable accident, fill out and forward to the Contracting

Officer a DI-134 form, which may be obtained from Contracting Officer.

15. All Other Accidents: The Contractor shall report all other accidents to the Contracting

Officer as soon as possible and assist the Contracting Officer and other officials as required in the investigation of the accident.

PART 8 - CONTRACT LINE ITEMS

1. Attendance at a pre-bid site visit to be scheduled by the Contracting Officer is strongly encouraged.

2. Progress payments to the contractor will be made based on itemized invoices submitted to the Contracting Officer. Invoices shall include a description of the work, percentage completed, and cost to date for each item of service performed. The total progress http://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owadisp.show_document?p_table=STANDARDS&p_id=9862 http://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owadisp.show_document?p_table=STANDARDS&p_id=9862 payments shall not exceed ninety (90%) percent of the total contract amount as stated herein.

3. Trees Identified for Removal at Lassen Volcanic National Park ML Campground include:

DBH Height Location

11 45 Right of Admin Building

40 50 Across from Resources; Has electric on it

64 80 Above the Hill on Cabin 8

40 60 Above the Hill on Cabin 8

26 50 Above the Hill on Cabin 8

24 35 On road near Maintenance shed above cabin 10

45 100 Off loop of seismometer

27 85 Off loop of seismometer

24 60 Behind Fire Management Building

32 80 Behind Trails Building

29 50 Up by Water Tank

17 40 Up by Water Tank

16 40 Up by Water Tank

56 100 Up by Water Tank

70 100 Up by Water Tank

18 60 Up by Water Tank

17 45 Up by Water Tank

24 45 Up by Water Tank

59 90 Up by Water Tank

17 45 Up by Water Tank

24 30 Up by Water Tank

13 50 Up by Water Tank

12 45 Up by Water Tank

21 50 Up by Water Tank

12 25 Up by Water Tank

17 30 Up by Water Tank

23 40 Up by Water Tank

22 45 Up by Water Tank

26 45 Up by Water Tank

24 45 Up by Water Tank

20 40 Up by Water Tank

32 40 Up by Water Tank

10 35 Up by Water Tank

Tree Locations for Water Tank Trees