A04_SOW_Tree_Removal_STEA_(1).pdf

Statement of Work (SOW) Hazardous Tree Removal, Brushing, and Selective Pruning

Steamtown National Historic Site Scranton, PA

1.0 Background:

Steamtown National Historic Site (STEA) operates and maintains a live railroad yard, showcasing live, coal-fired steam locomotives, restored cabooses, freight cars and railroad coaches. Rail traffic, consisting of but not limited to passenger yard shuttles, mainline excursions, and commercial freight, that operates regularly throughout yard. The 52-acre site also hosts active Locomotive and Restoration Shops, a Visitor Center, History and

Technology Museums, a 250-seat Theater and a fully operating Roundhouse and Turntable.

Steamtown NHS is open daily 7 days a week from 9:00 am to 5:00 p.m., except Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day. STEA

Maintenance personnel are on-site daily at 6:00 a.m. All work shall be completed between 6:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. In the event of a potential scheduling conflict, the contractor shall coordinate with the COR to ensure continuity.

The work required by this contract shall be performed in accordance with federal, state, local codes, and this Scope of Service (SOS). The Contractor shall provide all management, supervision, labor, material, supplies, repair parts, tools, and equipment, and shall plan, schedule, coordinate and ensure effective and economical work and services specified in this contract. The work area is to be cleaned on a daily basis along with any debris that is transmitted into other areas of the facility or location. The Contractor is responsible for daily offsite disposal of debris associated with construction.

It will be the responsibility of the Contractor to inspect the site, to verify all dimensions and familiarize themselves with the existing conditions, so they may obtain a full understanding of any and all conditions which may be encountered in the performance and execution of the work.

Work shall be carefully planned in advance and carefully performed so that no damage is done to the building, vehicles, equipment, and electrical lines and equipment, etc. Access to the grounds and project location will be allocated to the contractor for the delivery of material, tools and equipment to the grounds as arranged through STEA.

2.0 PROPERTY:

Contractor is responsible for all damage it causes to National Park

Service (NPS) property, Delaware Lackawanna (DL) property, Pennsylvania Northeast Railroad Authority property, Lackawanna County property, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania property, University of

Scranton property, and private individuals’ property such as cars, buildings, poles, and electrical lines during the duration of the project;

and shall make all repairs to property resulting from such damage or compensate the property owners for any such damage. Damage to

Property Any damage to property as the result of the Contractor's operations shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. Should the damage not be rectified within the time agreed upon or to the satisfaction of the National Park Service (NPS), the NPS reserves the right to replace that which was damaged or assess the Contractor such costs as any be reasonable and related to damage caused by the

Contractor and deduct these costs from any payment due the Contractor.

The Contractor shall inform the Steamtown NHS (STEA) of any damage caused by the contractor's operation on the day such damage occurs.

The Contractor shall make necessary arrangements with STEA to perform the work and shall arrange and schedule his work so that the minimum amount of interference with STEA activities.

The Contractor shall control, contain, and dispose of all oil, lubricants, fuel, and other hazardous materials exposed during the work being performed at an approved disposal site in accordance with EPA, State, and Federal regulations.

3.0 Scope:

THE CONTRACTING OFFICER IS RESPONSIBLE AND HAS THE SOLE

AUTHORITY FOR DIRECTING AND/OR NEGOTIATING ANY CHANGES IN

THE TERMS, CONDITIONS, OR AMOUNTS CITED IN THE CONTRACT.

INCREASES/DECREASES IN THE SCOPE OF WORK SHALL BE APPROVED

ONLY BY THE CONTRACTING OFFICER.

Trees enhance the quality of life in every community—converting carbon dioxide to oxygen—keeping the air clean. However, diseased and/or weakened trees, along with trees planted and growing near power lines, can contribute to power outages when they come in contact with overhead electric lines.

There are four concrete tank rings that will need access with ladders. Rings are about eight feet high open with brush growing in them that needs to be removed. Brush will need to be removed after being cut at ground level.

Examination of Sites Contractor shall inform themselves of all the conditions under which the work is to be performed concerning the site of the work, the obstacles, which may be encountered, and all other relevant matters concerning the work to be performed and the type of removals required under this contract. The successful Contractor must employ, so far as possible, such methods and means that will not cause any interruption of interference with any other contractor

A number of trees and brush have been identified on the 52-acre site within the park which are either dead or damaged in such a way as to present a safety hazard to park personnel, rail operations, and park visitors. Some of these trees need to be removed to eliminate the hazard, while others have been identified for selective pruning.

Several trees will need to be removed from the ground of Steamtown. Tree will be marked that need to be removed. For all trees removed where stump grinding is not required, the contractor shall leave a stump, cut flat across the top, flush to the ground, as low terrain and conditions allow.

All trees and brush within this Scope of Work include the requirement to chip and haul debris, be advised, the contractor may not dump any wood chips within the park at any location on National Park Service grounds.

All tree debris (trunks, brush, limbs, and branches) that is currently downed on property is to be removed from Steamtown grounds along track grounds, roads, and parking areas needed.

Trunks, Brush, Limbs, and Branches not chipped, shall be cut and haul away from park grounds.

All pruning should take place during late summer fall or winter months when the trees are in a dormant state.

Railroad Insurance is needed for this work on track grounds. Commercial General Liability Insurance. This insurance shall contain broad form contractual liability with a combined single limit of a minimum of

$2,000,000 each occurrence and an aggregate limit of at least $4,000,000.

Coverage must be purchased on a post 1998 ISO occurrence form or equivalent and include coverage for, but not limited to the following:

• Bodily Injury and Property Damage

• Personal Injury and Advertising Injury

• Fire Legal Liability

• Products and Completed Operations

• Contractual Liability

This policy shall also contain the following endorsements or language, which shall be indicated on the certificate of insurance:

• The definition of insured contract shall be amended to remove any exclusion or other limitation for any work being done within 50 feet of railroad property

• The policy shall contain a Waiver of Subrogation in favor of DL Railroad and PNRRA

• Additional Insured endorsement in favor of DL Railroad and

PNRRA

• Separation of Insureds

• The policy shall be primary and non-contributing with respect to any insurance carried by the Railroad

a) Business Automobile Insurance. This insurance shall contain a combined single limit of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence, and include coverage for, but not limited to the following:

• Any and all vehicles owned, used or hired

Such insurance policy shall be endorsed to provide a Waiver of

Subrogation in favor of DL Railroad and PNRRA and shall name DL

Railroad and PNRRA as Additional Insureds.

b) Workers Compensation and Employers Liability insurance including coverage for, but not limited to the following:

• Contractors’ statutory liability (Part A) under the workers compensation laws of the state(s) in which the work is to be performed

• Employers Liability (Part B) with limits of not less than $1,000,000 for bodily injury by accident, each accident;

$1,000,000 for bodily injury by disease; $1,000,000 for bodily injury by disease each employee.

Subrogation in favor of DL Railroad and PNRRA

d) Railroad Protective Liability Insurance (ISO-RIMA form or equivalent form approved by the DL Railroad and PNRRA) covering the Work to be performed at the designated job site and affording protection for damages arising out of bodily injuries or death, injury to or destruction of property including the damage to the insured’s own property. The limit of liability shall be at least $2,000,000 each occurrence and $6,000,000 annual aggregate. Such insurance shall name the DL Railroad/PNRRA and any other Indemnities, their officers directors and employees as the Named Insured and shall amend the definition of “Physical damage of property” to mean direct and accidental loss of or damage to “all property of any Named

Insured and all property in any Named Insured’s care, custody or control”.

e) Where allowable by law, all policies (applying to coverage listed above) shall contain no exclusion for punitive damages and certificates of insurance shall reflect that no exclusion exists.

f) Contractor agrees to waive its right of recovery against DL Railroad and PNRRA for all claims and suits against DL Railroad and PNRRA.

In addition, its insurers through the terms of the policy or policy endorsement, waive their right of subrogation against the DL Railroad and PNRRA for all claims and suits. Contractor further waives its right of recovery, and its insurers waive their right of subrogation against the DL Railroad and PNRRA for loss of its owned or leased property or property under Contractor’s care, custody, or control.

g) Contractor is not allowed to self-insure without the prior written consent of the DL Railroad and PNRRA. If granted by Railroad/PNRRA, any deductible, self-insured retention or other financial responsibility for claims shall be covered directly by Contractor in lieu of insurance. Any and all Railroad liabilities that would otherwise, in accordance with the provisions of this Agreement, be covered by Contractor’s insurance will be covered as if

Contractor elected not to include a deductible, self-insured retention or other financial responsibility for claims.

h) Prior to commencing the Work, the Contractor shall furnish to DL Railroad and PNRRA an acceptable certificate(s) of insurance evidencing the required coverage, endorsements, or amendments.

i) Any insurance policy shall be written by a reputable insurance company acceptable to Railroad or with a current Best’s Guide Rating of A- and Class VII or better and are authorized to do business in the state(s) in which the service is to be provided.

j) The policy(ies) shall require the insurance company(ies) notify the DL Railroad and PNRRA, in writing, at least 30 days prior to any cancellation, non-renewal, substitution or material alteration. This cancellation provision shall be included on the certificate of insurance.

k) If any portion of the Work is to be subcontracted by Contractor, Contractor shall require that the subcontractor shall provide and maintain insurance coverages as set forth herein, naming the DL Railroad and PNRRA as additional insured and shall require that the subcontractor shall release, defend, and indemnify the DL Railroad and PNRRA to the same extent and under the same terms and conditions as Contractor.

l) The fact that insurance (including, without limitation, self-insurance) is obtained by Contractor shall not be deemed to release or diminish the liability of Contractor, including, without limitation, liability under the indemnity provisions of this Agreement. Damages recoverable by the DL Railroad and PNRRA shall not be limited by the amount of the required insurance coverage.

Contractor will need to contact at:

Pennsylvania Northeast Regional Railroad Authority (PNRRA) (570-963-

6676) Charlene Doyle. Lorie Ransom

OPERATING RAILROAD: Delaware- Lackawanna Railroad (DL) (570-343-

4580) Lorie Ransom.

Commercial General Liability for railroad Insurance will need to be review by Pennsylvania Northeast Regional Railroad Authority and Delaware-

Lackawanna Railroad. Before AWARD OF CONTRACT and start of work.

4.0 Special Notes:

During this project, because portions of yard tracks shall remain in service for some portion of the project duration by Steamtown and DL, a qualified Watchman shall be required for safety. It is anticipated that up to 2 trains per day shall pass by the construction area – leading to work delays of 1 to 2 hours. The Contractor shall be required to have a qualified Watchman approved by DL and Steamtown NHS on the construction site during all activities where construction activities, equipment or supplies are within five feet of active yard tracks. Further, during construction activity, any actions that might result in fouling of these tracks shall be avoided or closely coordinated with the Steamtown

Yardmaster and the DL Dispatcher to obtain permission from both to foul the track for as brief a period of time as possible while moving materials or equipment necessary for the construction work. Both the Yardmaster and Dispatcher shall be notified that the track is clear upon completion of the movement of materials or equipment for each occurrence.

5.0 Fouling:

Fouling is considered any materials, equipment or workers located within 4

ft. of the nearest rail of the track. Anytime workers and equipment are operating within this distance – the qualified Watchman must be on site, and the Yardmaster and Dispatcher must be notified of the activity to provide advance warning of train movements, and the ability to clear the fouling prior to the approach of any train.

6.0 Delaware-Lackawanna Railroad Inc –

Special Provisions Required During Service:

Special Service Request

Services for Property Protection (SPP), Train Control, Dispatching

Required while on DL/PNRRA Property

Delaware-Lackawanna Railroad

280 Cliff Street, 3rd Floor, BR.60 Tower

Scranton, PA 18503

Email completed form: lransom@gvtrail.com

Fill in all blanks legibly and return to the DL RR for services

PROPERTY OWNER: Pennsylvania Northeast Regional Railroad Authority

(PNRRA)

OPERATING RAILROAD: “the” Delaware- Lackawanna Railroad (DL)

YOU MUST PROVIDE ALL the REQUIRED INFORMATION

Date(s) requesting:_____________________Start time:_________

DAY(S) (circle): SU MO TU WE TH FR SA

Name of Contractor:__________________________Attn::______________ mailto:lransom@gvtrail.com

Mailing Address:_____________________________Phone:_____________

On site Foreman’s Name:_____________________ Phone:_____________

Project Location:_____________RR MP/Street Location: _______________

Municipality

Specific Meeting Location for the RR SPP:___________________________

Brief Description of Work:__________________________________

PNRRA Lease Agreement Number:_________________________________

Contact the PNRRA at: (570) 963-6676 if NO agreement exists

Is this a PennDOT job: YES _______ NO _______

PennDOT reimbursement agreement # with the DL RR: _______________

Official use only

BILLING INFORMATION- COMPANY RESPONSIBLE FOR PAYMENT

Company/Municipality Name:_____________________________________

Attn:______________________ Email address:______________________

Mailing Address:_______________________________Phone:___________

Special Provisions Attached hereto and made a part hereof.

DELWARE-LACKAWANNA RAILROAD CO., INC.

PENNSYLVANIA NORTHEAST REGIONAL RAILROAD AUTHORITY

Special Provisions

Required During Construction

Terms and Conditions of Entry Permit:

Contractor will be responsible for securing all applicable permits prior to the start of construction.

DL Railroad Charges:

A Railroad Service Property Protection Specialist (SPP) is required during all work on railroad property.

Services must be scheduled a minimum of THREE weeks prior to requested start date, unless prior arrangements have been made through the DL RR (570-343-4580). MINIMUM NOTICE does not guarantee a SPP will be available for the requested dates. Rates are subject to change without notice, call the RR for current rate.

Monday- Friday (07:00-19:00) (O/T rate $196.88 per hr. no fractions thereof)

Minimum 8 hr. day charge- $1,050.00

Saturday-Sunday- Holidays-Overnight (19:00-07:00) (O/T rate

$468.75 per hr. no fractions thereof)

Minimum 8 hr. day charge- $2,500.00

BE ADVISED: The Railroad cannot guarantee SPP availability for additional consecutive days other than what is originally scheduled.

The project will be shut down until further arrangement can be made according to our SPP schedule.

The contractor is responsible to contact the assigned SPP and/or the

Railroad office NO

LESS than 2 hours prior to start time if for any reason the job must be cancelled on that day. Failure to contact the SPP or the railroad office will result in charges for the day.

NO TEMPORARY CROSSING may be established for use of transporting materials or equipment across the tracks of the Railroad unless specific authority for its installation, maintenance and removal have been authorized by the DL Railroad Superintendent and a separate agreement has been completed with the PNRRA. The contractor requesting the temporary crossing will be responsible for all costs associated with the installation, maintenance and removal of said crossing. All railroad work must be done by a PennDOT approved Railroad Contractor. Installation and removal is at the sole discretion of the DL Railroad. Request for installation of a temporary grade crossing can be made by contacting the

DL Railroad at 570-343-3450 or sending an email to: lransom@gvtrail.com

ENGINEERING- Initial Review $2,000.00 - $2,500.00 and $95.00/hr for follow up.

mailto:lransom@gvtrail.com

PNRRA Charges:

In addition, if temporary private crossings are required over PNRRA/DL trackage a separate agreement is required with the PNRRA, $5750 for up to twelve months.

If a Temporary Longitudinal Right of Way Access License Agreement

(Roadway) is required over PNRRA/DL trackage a separate agreement is required with the PNRRA, $2,500.00 per mile for first 6 months, $3,000.00 per mile for next 6 months. $3,000.00 per mile for additional six months up to a maximum of two (2) years. Minimum fee $2500.00.

General Release/Right of Entry Agreement - $250.00 plus $100.00 per day after the first day.

**ALL Terms and Conditions of the Entry Permit must be met and proof of insurance must be in the hands of the DL/PNRRA before a SPP will be assigned.

CONTRACTORS ON RAILROAD PROPERTY INSURANCE

REQUIREMENTS

Contractor shall, at its sole cost and expense, procure and maintain during the life of this agreement the following insurance coverage.

a) Commercial General Liability Insurance. This insurance shall contain broad form contractual liability with a combined single limit of a minimum of $2,000,000 each occurrence and an aggregate limit of at least $4,000,000. Coverage must be purchased on a post 1998 ISO occurrence form or equivalent and include coverage for, but not limited to the following:

• Personal Injury and Advertising Injury

• Fire Legal Liability

• Products and Completed Operations

• Contractual Liability

This policy shall also contain the following endorsements or language, which shall be indicated on the certificate of insurance:

• The definition of insured contract shall be amended to remove any exclusion or other limitation for any work being done within 50 feet of railroad property

• The policy shall contain a Waiver of Subrogation in favor of DL

Railroad and PNRRA

• Additional Insured endorsement in favor of DL Railroad and

PNRRA

• Separation of Insureds

• The policy shall be primary and non-contributing with respect to any insurance carried by the Railroad

c) Business Automobile Insurance. This insurance shall contain a combined single limit of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence, and include coverage for, but not limited to the following:

• Any and all vehicles owned, used or hired

Such insurance policy shall be endorsed to provide a Waiver of

Subrogation in favor of DL Railroad and PNRRA and shall name DL

Railroad and PNRRA as Additional Insureds.

d) Workers Compensation and Employers Liability insurance including coverage for, but not limited to the following:

• Contractors’ statutory liability (Part A) under the workers compensation laws of the state(s) in which the work is to be performed

• Employers Liability (Part B) with limits of not less than $1,000,000 for bodily injury by accident, each accident;

$1,000,000 for bodily injury by disease; $1,000,000 for bodily injury by disease each employee.

Subrogation in favor of DL Railroad and PNRRA

d) Railroad Protective Liability Insurance (ISO-RIMA form or equivalent form approved by the DL Railroad and PNRRA) covering the Work to be performed at the designated job site and affording protection for damages arising out of bodily injuries or death, injury to or destruction of property including the damage to the insured’s own property. The limit of liability shall be at least $2,000,000 each occurrence and $6,000,000 annual aggregate. Such insurance shall name the DL Railroad/PNRRA and any other Indemnities, their officers directors and employees as the Named Insured and shall amend the definition of “Physical damage of property” to mean direct and accidental loss of or damage to “all property of any Named

Insured and all property in any Named Insured’s care, custody or control”.

m) Where allowable by law, all policies (applying to coverage listed above) shall contain no exclusion for punitive damages and certificates of insurance shall reflect that no exclusion exists.

n) Contractor agrees to waive its right of recovery against DL Railroad and PNRRA for all claims and suits against DL Railroad and PNRRA.

In addition, its insurers through the terms of the policy or policy endorsement, waive their right of subrogation against the DL Railroad and PNRRA for all claims and suits. Contractor further waives its right of recovery, and its insurers waive their right of subrogation against the DL Railroad and PNRRA for loss of its owned or leased property or property under Contractor’s care, custody or control.

o) Contractor is not allowed to self-insure without the prior written consent of the DL Railroad and PNRRA. If granted by

Railroad/PNRRA, any deductible, self-insured retention or other financial responsibility for claims shall be covered directly by

Contractor in lieu of insurance. Any and all Railroad liabilities that would otherwise, in accordance with the provisions of this Agreement, be covered by Contractor’s insurance will be covered as if Contractor elected not to include a deductible, self-insured retention or other financial responsibility for claims.

p) Prior to commencing the Work, the Contractor shall furnish to DL Railroad and PNRRA an acceptable certificate(s) of insurance evidencing the required coverage, endorsements or amendments.

q) Any insurance policy shall be written by a reputable insurance company acceptable to Railroad or with a current Best’s Guide Rating of A- and Class VII or better, and are authorized to do business in the state(s) in which the service is to be provided.

r) The policy(ies) shall require the insurance company(ies) notify the DL Railroad and PNRRA, in writing, at least 30 days prior to any cancellation, non-renewal, substitution or material alteration. This cancellation provision shall be included on the certificate of insurance.

s) If any portion of the Work is to be subcontracted by Contractor, Contractor shall require that the subcontractor shall provide and maintain insurance coverages as set forth herein, naming the DL Railroad and PNRRA as additional insured and shall require that the subcontractor shall release, defend and indemnify the DL Railroad and PNRRA to the same extent and under the same terms and conditions as Contractor.

t) The fact that insurance (including, without limitation, self-insurance) is obtained by Contractor shall not be deemed to release or diminish the liability of Contractor, including, without limitation, liability under the indemnity provisions of this Agreement. Damages recoverable by the DL Railroad and PNRRA shall not be limited by the amount of the required insurance coverage.

Other Requirements:

a) Construction work shall be done under the movement of freight and passenger trains.

b) The terms of the DL/PNRRA standard agreement/provisions are NON- NEGOTIABLE. Please do not attempt changes or alterations.

c) The Contractor shall be solely responsible for the safety of its agents, employees and subcontractors (“Contractor Personnel”).

d) The Contractor shall comply with all applicable health and safety legislation, regulations and codes applicable to the work. Personal Protective Equipment is required.

e) Contractor Personnel must not walk, stand, or sit on the rails or ties, as the rail surface can be extremely slippery.

f) Contractor Personnel shall stay away from track switches and any other railroad devices and shall not disturb or foul the ballast at any time.

g) Contractor Personnel must not foul the track with any piece of equipment without a DL SPP and proper protection.

h) Contractor Personnel must not perform work activities within 25’ of the track while trains are passing through the work site unless specifically authorized by the DL SPP. Contractor Personnel must always be alert when a train is passing, watching for flying debris or loose rigging that may cause injury.

i) Good communication between the Contractor Personnel and DL’s SPP is imperative. The contractor must assign one (1) employee in charge

(EIC) who is on site and able to communicate effectively with the DL SPP. The SPP controls the site. Names and contact numbers must be exchanged.

j) Contractor Personnel shall not move equipment across the tracks except at established road crossings, or unless under the protection and authorization of a DL SPP and only if the job site has been properly prepared for such a move.

k) Contractor personnel performing duties on railroad property and the DL SPP must participate in a daily job briefing. All Contractor Personnel who miss or arrive later must speak with the DL SPP and the contractors EIC for a job briefing upon arrival at the job site.

l) Equipment or material left on the Railroad property on nights or weekends must be secured in a safe position well clear of all tracks to prevent accidental contact with trains and moving equipment and to not restrict train crew sightlines and must be authorized by DL Railroad.

m) Upon Completion of work, the contractor must remove all machinery, equipment, surplus materials, and rubbish from the limits of the Railroad right-of-way.

n) Anytime a unusual occurrence or safety risk occurs on a project all work stops immediately until a report and investigation is completed.

Railroad management will advise if and when work can resume. Delay of train and associated charges may apply.

1. All work must be performed in accordance with Title 49 Code of

Federal Regulations Part 214 Subpart A—Railroad Workplace Safety and Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 214 Subpart C—

Roadway Worker Protection. Contractors who are not certified may contact “the” Delaware-Lackawanna Railroad Co., Inc. at 570-343-

4580 to arrange for a certification class prior to commencement of this project for all employees who will be on PNRRA/DL property during project. Proof of Certification must be received by PNRRA prior start of construction. The cost of this class is $595.00, for a class up to 20 people. If you do not have a copy of these regulations, please contact the PNRRA and one will be provided to you.

2. The Delaware-Lackawanna Railroad and Pennsylvania Northeast

Regional Railroad Authorities

General Offices and a portion of operating rights go through a

National Park, located within the complex of Steamtown National

Historic Site (SNHS). If you require access or to perform work over on or through the SNHS the below applies:

• Vehicles, such as automobiles, trucks, etc,. operated by Contractor, its employees or is agents shall adhere to the park speed limit of ten (10) miles per hour while operating within the park boundaries. Such vehicles are strictly prohibited from fouling NPS owned track and shall remain at a distance of four

(4) feet from the rails to prevent fouling.

• If you are a Contractor NOT doing work for the DL or PNRRA you must contact SNHS for regulations and permits to work within the NPS Complex.

Charlene Doyle, VP of Administration Lorie Ransom, General

Superintendent Delaware-Lackawanna

Pennsylvania Northeast Regional Railroad Co., Inc.

Railroad Authority 280 Cliff Street, 3rd floor

280 Cliff Street Scranton, PA 18503

Scranton, PA 18503 570-343-4580

570-963-6676 570-343-4583 Fax

570-963-6718 Fax lransom@gvtrail.com cdoyle@pnrra.org

Trees In Close proximity to the Trolley Line [above the ROW]

7.0 Service Calls:

7.1 Emergency Service Calls: The contractor shall be required to respond to emergency service calls within four (4) hours from the time the call for service is received. The scope of an Emergency Service Call includes all efforts necessary to respond to and fix the problem. They are limited to a total effort not to exceed 8 man-hours of labor, equipment, and a material cost of $3,450.00. On average, the park requires six (6)

Emergency Service Calls per year.

7.2 Non-Emergency Service Calls: The contractor shall be required to respond to non-emergency service calls within 3 days from the time the call for service is received. The scope of a Non-Emergency Service Call includes all efforts necessary to respond to and fix the problem. They are limited to a total effort not to exceed 8 man-hours of labor and equipment cost of $4,000.00 per day. On average, the park requires Four (4) Non-

Emergency Service Calls per year.

7.3 Labor Rate: When this is the case, the contractor shall provide a detailed estimate for the work to include all labor, equipment, and material to make complete service. All associated costs must be included in the estimate under the labor, equipment, and material items for a total cost to make the removal complete and ready for use. The labor rate quoted by the contractor shall be all inclusive to include payroll taxes, mark-ups, and any burdens.

7.4 Material/Equipment Rate: It may be determined that a Hazardous Tree Removal and Selective Pruning is necessary that is not covered in the

Annual Maintenance Service and exceeds the scope of an Emergency Service Call. When this is the case, the contractor shall provide a detailed estimate for the work to include all labor/material to complete the service call. All associated costs must be included in the estimate under the labor and material line items for a total cost to complete the service call. The material price shall be based on the cost incurred by the contractor from the supplier plus any Fixed Burden Rate. The Fixed Burden Rate is defined as a factor adjustment for any direct or indirect costs associated with providing the material including any mark-up included.

8.0 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

29 CFR § 1910.332 - Training. CFR prev | next § 1910.332 Training. (a)

Scope. The training requirements contained in this section apply to employees who face a risk of electric shock that is not reduced to a safe level by the electrical installation requirements of §§ 1910.303 through

1910.308.

Public Safety must be considered at all times. The Contractor must take precautions at all times to utilize and store materials and equipment needed to conduct the work in a way that will prevent injury to citizens.

Contractor must ensure that proper signs, caution tape or physical barriers or other devices are utilized as needed to signal a hazard or restrict public access. In addition, the Contractor must ensure the safety of their workers by adhering to industry best practices, OSHA safety, traffic safety guidelines as applicable for the work being performed. The City Project

Manager reserves the right to temporarily stop work if they see an unsafe practice and to suspend work until the issue is addressed.

9.0 Clean Up:

Upon completion of the work, remove all rubbish, waste, trees, and discarded materials generated by the work from the project area.

Disposal of rubbish, waste, trees, and discarded materials should be in a manner approved by the Contracting Officer. Areas where the Contractor has worked, including but not limited to project areas, material storage sites, and borrow and disposal areas shall be left in a clean, well-graded, and well-drained condition. Contractor shall be responsible for the proper disposal of removed rubbish, waste, trees, and discarded materials generated by the work from the project area.

10.0 Delivery:

Performance under the contract is specified above and shall be for a single year – July 20, 2023 through July 19, 2024 (Base Period) plus two one-year optional periods.

11.0 Government-Furnished Property:

Restrooms, Personal, Vehicle, Railroad Radio, and Potable Water.

12.0 Security:

Watchperson must be on site, and the Yardmaster and Dispatcher must be notified of the activity to provide advance warning of train movements, and the ability to clear the fouling prior to the approach of any train.

13.0 Pictures See Appendix:

See Appendix A Pictures Park Grounds

14.0 Place of Performance:

Steamtown National Historic Site 150 S. Washington Ave

Scranton, PA 18503