A05_0040578989_SOW_6_6_22.pdf

Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area Oneida, TN

Gravel Delivery Multi-Use Trails

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

INTERIOR REGION 2, SOUTH ATLANTIC GULF

NORTH MAJOR ACQUISITION BUYING OFFICE

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1. BACKGROUND:

2. PROJECT IDENTIFIERS:

3. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE:

4. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE:

5. SCOPE:

6. TASK:

7. GENERAL WORK REQUIREMENTS:

8. MANAGEMENT:

9. SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE:

10. INSURANCE:

11. CONTRACTOR USE OF SITE:

12. MOTOR VEHICLE AND TRAFFIC REGULATIONS:

13. EMPLOYEES BADGES/PARKING:

14. NON-PAYMENT FOR ADDITIONAL WORK:

15. CONFLICT OF INTEREST:

16. INSPECTION:

17. GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED PROPERTY, MATERIAL, EQUIPMENT, OR INFORMATION:

18. SECURITY:

19. TRAVEL:

20. FOOD STORAGE GUIDELINES:

21. PROJECT PERSONNEL:

1. BACKGROUND:

Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area (hereinafter referred to as “BISO”) is in both Kentucky and Tennessee and consists of approximately 125,000 acres. The park was established by Congress on March 7, 1974. The parks mission is to provide management for the National Area so that natural and cultural resources are preserved and protected for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations. The Big South Fork of the Cumberland River and its tributaries are preserved in a free-flowing condition, and a broad range of recreational opportunities are provided which benefit the regional economy.

This project will utilize contractual obligation to haul and tailgate spread 5422 tons of crushed limestone aggregate across 4.89 miles of established gravel roads within BISO. Several gravel roads within BISO have be fell into a poor condition due to heavy use and lack of needed surface conditioning. This project targets 2 sections of gravel road within the park and will return 4.89 miles of road surface to a good standard of condition. Park may have delivery stockpiled, park will provide location.

The targeted roads not only provide access to remote areas of the park for visitor/staff use, but they also provide the sole ingress/egress routes for access to cemeteries located within BISO boundaries. This project when completed will remove a significant amount of deferred maintenance from the BISO Roads and Trails Branch backlogs.

2. PROJECT IDENTIFIERS:

PROJECT TITLE: Delivery of Road Gravel/ tailgate spread:Aggregate Base Course, 1" to Dust, "Crusher Run".

3. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE:

• Terry Cemetery Multi-Use Trail

• Watson Cemetery Multi-Use Trail

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4. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE:

The contractor shall have no more than 60 calendar days to complete design, specifications and costs as detailed below, once the offeror receives the notice to proceed, with the only exceptions being unforeseen events beyond the contractor's control and/or delays that are caused by the National Park Service.

5. SCOPE:

The National Park Service, BISO will contract the delivery and tailgate spreading of crushed limestone aggregate to recondition gravel road corridors. The project will reestablish 4.89 miles of road, spreading approximately 5422 tons of crushed stone. NPS staff will cutback overhanging brush, limbs, and encroaching vegetation as well as grading, shaping road surfaces, and establishing ditches. Some locations may require “stockpiling” and spreading by the contractor with smaller equipment.

6. TASK:

• The contractor shall deliver and spread crusher run limestone aggregate at an average depth of 6”

• The contractor shall utilized the following approximations per location regarding material distribution:

1. Terry Cemetery Multi-Use Trail – 21,226 linear feet – 4468 tons

2. Watson Cemetery Multi-Use Trail – 4541 linear feet – 954 tons

• It shall be the responsibility of the contractor to use the above approximations as such.

• Actual measurements for accurate bidding and work shall be the sole responsibility of the contractor

• The contractor shall utilize crusher run limestone aggregate that is sourced from a local quarry, which is free of non-native organic material (i.e. grass, soils, sand) to preserve and protect the established park ecosystem

• The contractor shall stockpile the required aggregate for the Watson Branch MUT at the Terry Cemetery Trailhead (Location shall be pre-approved by the COR)

• Aggregate spreading on the Watson Cemetery MUT shall be accomplished by the use of a single axle dump truck. At no time will larger (i.e. tri-axle dump trucks) equipment be authorized or permitted on the Watson Cemetery MUT

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7. GENERAL WORK REQUIREMENTS:

Work Hours: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm (Eastern Time)

Monday through Friday, excluding federal holidays.

Contractor shall coordinate the on-site work schedule with the COR five days prior to the performance start date. The COR may be reached by office or mobile phone during normal business hours. Work outside of normal business hours shall be pre-approved by the Contracting Officer and the COR. All site visits and correspondence shall take place during this time period

8. MANAGEMENT:

The contractor shall manage the total work effort in accordance with effective and efficient management principles and safe working practices to ensure on time completion of this contract.

9. SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL COMPIANCE:

• 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 will be removed at the end of each workday and the area will 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 BISO safety officer all accidents resulting in employee injury, death, or damage to property while performing this contract.

10. INSURANCE:

• The Contractor shall be insured in accordance with the regulations and pertinent provisions of the Contract. The government is not responsible for damage to Contractor’s equipment, vehicles, tools, or materials or their employees and any personal property brought on site. The government will not accept any liability due to Contractor employee negligence.

11. CONTRACTOR USE OF SITE:

Contractor shall have limited use of the construction site for construction-related operations only.

Limited use of premises to areas within the Contract indicated in the specifications. Do not disturb portions of the project site beyond areas in which the work is indicated. Contractor will prevent damage to natural surroundings. Damage to natural surroundings will be restored through NPS-approved methods for repairing or replanting, at no additional cost to the government.

12. MOTOR VEHICLE AND TRAFFIC REGULATIONS:

Contractor, sub-contractor and material supplier employees (altogether referred to as “contractor employees” in paragraphs 12, 13, 21 and 23) operating motor vehicles shall possess a valid driver's license. Driver and vehicle permits, licenses, registrations and proof of insurance shall be maintained in all contractor employee vehicles at all times and made available upon request.

Contractor employees shall always comply with federal vehicle motor law requiring seat belts be worn. Contractor employees shall adhere to the posted speed limits. Contractor employees are expected to comply with all BISO regulations.

13. EMPLOYEES BADGES/PARKING:

All contractor employees shall comply with parking procedures published for BISO. Contractor employees shall return any BISO issued personal or vehicle identification badges immediately upon termination of employment or completion of this contract.

14. NON-PAYMENT FOR ADDITIONAL WORK:

Any additional contractor performed services not specified in contract, either at its own volition or at the request of an individual other than the appointed Contracting Officer, except as may be explicitly authorized in the contract, shall be performed at the financial risk of the Contractor.

Only the appointed Contracting Officer is authorized to bind the Government to a change in specifications, contract terms, or conditions.

15. CONFLICT OF INTEREST:

The contractor shall not employ off-duty COR’s or other government employees if such employment would create a conflict of interest or be contrary to the policies contained in conflict-of-interest directives.

16. INSPECTION:

The Government will conduct inspection upon completion of required services. Final payment will be processed upon the Government confirming that all contract performance and administrative requirements have been satisfactorily completed and any deficiencies or non-compliant work have been satisfactorily corrected.

17. GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED PROPERTY, MATERIAL, EQUIPMENT, OR

INFORMATION:

NONE

18. SECURITY:

Replacement of Contractor Employee for Security Reasons: The Government retains the right to remove contractor employees from park property for security reasons, regardless of prior clearances.

19. TRAVEL:

Contractor is encouraged to make a site visit prior to bidding on the project.

20. FOOD STORAGE GUIDELINES:

All Contractor employees shall comply with BISO food storage guidelines. All food items must be stored in a hard-sided vehicle or in a food storage locker and must never be left unattended.

"Food" includes any item with a scent, regardless of packaging. This may include items that you do not consider food, such as canned goods, bottles, drinks, soaps, cosmetics, toiletries, trash, ice chests (even when empty), and unwashed items used for preparing or eating meals. Food shall be disposed of in a designated bear proof refuse container provided by the National Park Service.

21. PROJECT PERSONNEL:

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4. Period of Performance: