A10_1-12970224R0018-Att2-SOW.pdf

SANTA FE NATIONAL FOREST

BOUNDARY AND RECREATION FENCE PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION

Capulin Allotment Fencing STATEMENT OF WORK

1. BACKGROUND:

1.1. The Santa Fe National Forest has a requirement for the purchase and installation of Boundary and Recreation Fencing for fire rehabilitation. Locations include various Ranger Districts on the Santa Fe NF.

1.1.1. Associated with the fence construction will be felling of burned trees within the fence line corridor to protect the investment made in the newly constructed fences.

1.2. The project is necessary to rebuild fencing that was either destroyed or damaged during Fiscal Year 2022 Hermits Peak Calf Canyon fire.

1.3. Applicable non-site-specific documents (e.g., maps, drawings), will be attached to this Statement of Work (SOW).

1.4. Specific guidance and attachments shall be provided to the contractor with the negotiation and award of individual Work Assignments.

2. OBJECTIVES:

2.1 The final objective is to keep livestock within the permitted grazing allotments and trespass livestock out of grazing allotments.

3. SCOPE:

3.1. The contractor shall provide all necessary resources, including labor, materials, equipment/machines to accomplish the tasks identified in paragraph 4.

4. TASKS:

4.1. The Government will not identify the specific tasks associated with this requirement. Rather, the contractor is responsible for identifying in their proposal “Technical Approach”, how they will assure that the result will be accomplished. The Government anticipates that there will be the need for one (1) fence type:

4.2. Type 1: Barbed Wire Fence. The Minimum requirements include:

a. The fence shall be a four-wire fence built to wildlife specifications, consisting of four strands of barbed wire. The top wire shall be no more than 42" from the ground and shall be spaced 12" above the second wire (from top to bottom). The second wire shall be 6" above the third wire, and the third wire shall be 6" above the bottom wire. spaced 18" above the ground. (See Exhibit 1). Fence Visibility Markers are to be placed on top wire every 40-50 feet.

b. T-posts shall be 6.0 feet in length, and at 1.33 pounds per foot. Spaced no more than 16 feet apart with fence stays placed at approximately 5-foot intervals. The posts shall be set into the ground to a depth so none of the flange on the post is visible. Fence stay material can be either wood 2"x2"x42" or twisted metal fence stays 40-42” in length.

Pecos-Las Vegas Ranger District HPCCF Capulin Fencing

c. The barbed wire will be 12.5 gauge round Class 1, zinc-coated 2-point double strand twisted barbed wire.

d. Care shall be taken in placing fence post clips or fasteners on the wire so that they are not tightened enough to kink the wire.

e. Every 10th line post shall be full-length treated wood, 8' length with a minimum 6" diameter, set 30” into the ground. * Contractor my choose to use steel for every 10th line post. The steel used at the minimum be 2 3/8” outside diameter and pipe capped on top.

f. Gates shall be 4-strand barbed wire "rider" or "Texas" gates, a minimum of 8 ft. wide unless otherwise specified. A pry bar or "cheat stick" shall be on the gate to assist in opening and closing the gate. Smooth wire shall be used for closure loops. Where required, pedestrian walk-through gates will be constructed as per Specification 15 below or by a method approved by the Project Inspector or Contracting Officer. See exhibit 3 for gate specifications).

g. There shall be one brace for each 1/4 mile of fence, or at each point where the fence changes angle or a significant change in the vertical is encountered. (See exhibits 8 and 9 for details on fence bracing). A horizontal brace shall be constructed on each side of every gate.

h. Water gaps shall be installed in all drainages where water flow could damage the fence. Fence shall be ended at both sides of a stream or deep ephemeral gully, and suitable water gap installed.

** Swing picket fence designed for water gaps in larger streams and those areas will be identified on project map (See exhibit 4, 5, 6, and 7 for construction standards for fences across depressions and ephemeral stream channels).

i. Tie-downs shall be utilized in all dips, so that the wire is always placing downward pressure on the T-posts.

j. Line wires shall be cut and dead-ended on all corners, angle, gate or stretch brace posts, and the wire wrapped back on the stretched wire. The tie shall be made on the centerline of the post to avoid turning and slackening tendency of a face tie. The top wire shall be stapled down to the dead-end brace bars. Not more than 1/4 mile of wire shall be stretched at one time.

k. H-Braces shall be used to construct pedestrian crossings along the fence line in locations where pedestrian trails obviously bisect the existing fence line. While these trails are not established or maintained by the Forest Service, the intent is to discourage pedestrians from cutting or otherwise damaging the wire fence to pass through the fence. The passageway created must not allow the passage of livestock but should accommodate a pedestrian with a backpack.

l. Horizontal (H-brace) and corner braces will be marked by the contractor prior to laying out the fence so that proper alignment can be obtained. No trees will be used as braces or posts.

m. Horizontal and corner braces shall be constructed as shown in attachment(s).

n. Horizontal and corner brace posts will be of 2 3/8” pipe or angle iron (2.5” x 2.5” x 0.25”), 7' to

8’ in length. Horizontal cross-members will be of 2 3/8” pipe or angle iron (2.5” x 2.5” x 0.25”) and 6’ to 8' in length. If pipe is used top must be capped.

o. Horizontal and corner brace posts will be set 36” into the ground and in concrete as shown in Exhibit 1 A H-Brace design..

p. Care must be taken to prevent the cutting of bearing trees in installation and right of way clearing.

q. The attached exhibits are Forest Service suggested applications and solutions and should be utilized where appropriate. Deviations from these suggested applications are negotiable;

however, any deviations not approved by the government prior to beginning work are subject to re-working or correction at no expense to the government should the unapproved deviation prove inadequate or inappropriate.

4.4 Removal of existing fencing:

The contractor will be responsible for removing the old fence replaced by this contract. Any old fence located on the National Forest side of the survey line within 30 feet of the new fence location will be removed from the site and ultimately from the forest prior to completion of this contract.

Contractor will be responsible for disposal of old fence materials removed through this contract.

4.5 Tree felling within the fence line corridor:

a. Tree felling shall be completed prior to fence construction. The contractor will be responsible for felling burned trees that are 30” dbh and under within the fence line corridor of 1 Chain or 66 feet that if left standing have the potential to fall and damage the newly constructed fence.

*Felling of burned/hazard trees is only to occur on National Forest System lands. Contractor will be responsible for felling burned trees that are 30” dbh and under within the fence line corridor. Burned trees that lean away from and pose no threat to the new fence may be left but may be cut if needed. Burned trees are defined as those trees with no green needles remaining in the crown of the tree. The trees will be felled and left in place, with the exception of trees, or parts of trees that fall across the specific line of fence construction or onto other adjacent lands not under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Forest Service. The trees or parts of trees, that when felled intrude onto the specific line of fence construction or other adjacent lands will be moved onto National Forest System land and out of the specific line of fence construction providing for a 10’ corridor with the fence line being the center. In areas that corridor is visible from a main road after the fence project is completed, contractor will move felled trees over corridor at the entrance to disguise it. No wheeled or tracked mechanical equipment will be used for felling or moving trees as part of this task. No trees that are cut but fail to fall to the ground will be left hung up in other standing trees. The Contractor is required to meet with the COR to conduct an on-site review of the work area prior to initiating tree falling work to ensure no private land/structures or power lines are in the area the work is to be conducted. The majority of trees will be cut leaving a 6-12” maximum stump height. The exception will be trees that may present hazards if cut lower than 12”. For clearing within sight of roads and trails the trees will be cut so the stump face is angled away from the road or trail.

4.6 The Contractor is responsible for understanding the surface and subsurface conditions. For example, the frostline, soil composition, slope, grade, and any other conditions that can affect contract performance.

4.7 If, during the site visit, the contractor identifies any conditions that are not expressly identified but could affect performance, they shall include that information in their technical proposal, and provide pricing for that contingency.

5. DELIVERY:

5.1 Not Applicable.

6. Government Furnished Property, Material, Equipment, or Information (GFP, GFM, GFE, or

GFI):

Item # Description To Be Furnished:

1 Project Vicinity Maps With Solicitation

2 Wire and Pole Spacing Standards With Solicitation

3 Site Specific Map(s) With individual Work Assignments

4 Work Assignment terms and conditions With Solicitation

6.1. Any property or materials that will be furnished by the Government will be identified in the task order request for quote and statement of work.

7. SECURITY:

7.1. Sites are in remote locations and there are no storage facilities available onsite for contractor owned equipment/materials. The contractor is responsible for control of their property.

7.2. The contractor may elect to store materials onsite, but the Government is not responsible for loss or vandalism.

8. LOCATION CONDITIONS:

8.1. Sites are in remote locations and may require high-clearance vehicles. Obstacles may include downed trees, ravines, road slides, wash outs, or limited access. The contractor is responsible for identifying issues that may affect the price for mobilization/demobilization at the Work Assignment level.

Travel Management

• Certain uses are exempt from the prohibitions of the rule (Travel Management Rule published by Forest Service 2005). (36 CFR 261.13)

• Motor vehicles use that is “specifically” authorized under a written authorization issued under Federal law or regulation is one exempted use.

• Maintenance of Range improvements fit in the category of exempted use.

• The implementation of TMR should be conducted in careful and considered consultation with the

Capulin Allotment Exterior Fencing holder [Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976, Sec.

402 (d) (e)].

• Motorized travel off the designated road system by contract holders must be based on need related to carrying out required management practices in compliance with the terms and conditions of the contract.

• Legitimate motorized use, including cross-country access, needed for conducting activities required under Capulin Allotment Exterior Fence maintenance will be authorized unless compelling natural and/or cultural resource issues require postponement or modification of the activity.

• Contractor access to complete work will be provided through a combination of designated Forest system roads and other access needs identified in term contract.

** Contingent on project schedule, inclement weather and possible fire restrictions could restrict progress.

** Some areas within the project may be impacted by the Wildlife Limiting Operating period (March 1st through August 31st).

8.2. Camping may be available and will be identified with individual Work Assignments.

8.3. Utilities (water and electricity) are not available.

8.4. Toilet facilities are not available. The contractor may be authorized to provide a port-a-potty.

Determinations will be made by the appropriate District Ranger at the Work Assignment level.

8.5. Right of way clearing for the fencing will be 8’ to 10’ to provide for vehicle access during construction. All clearing will be done on National Forest System land. Trees cut along the right-of-way will have four (4) inch maximum stump height.

9. SPECIAL MATERIAL REQUIREMENTS:

9.1. The contractor shall use only new materials/products.

9.2. Contractor will certify all equipment and materials is free of invasive plant material.

9.3. Unless otherwise specified, the Contractor shall provide all labor, supervision, transportation, materials, and equipment necessary to perform work described in the Statement of Work.

10. OTHER UNIQUE REQUIREMENTS:

10.1 Depending on the Season, the contractor may be required to have fire suppression onsite

(e.g., fire shelters, shovels, fire extinguishers, spark arresters, etc.).

10.2 Off-road travel is limited to low-tire pressure vehicles (e.g., ATVs/UTVs.

10.3 Off-road travel is authorized by the appropriate District Ranger and will be identified on individual Work Assignments.

11 PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE:

The Period of Performance for the contract is from date of award for a period of 24 months.

12 ORDER OF PRECEDENCE:

This Statement of Work takes precedence over drawings, maps, and specifications.

13. WARRANTY OF REQUIREMENTS:

This Statement of Work was developed with the expectation that all known facts have been identified.

However, if the contractor identifies any conditions, needs, or circumstances that would affect performance or price, they are required to provide that information to the COTR when identified. The information shall include condition/need/circumstance; impact to the Work Assignment; and any costs or savings that would occur.

14. WORK ASSIGNMENTS:

This requirement is being issued as a “Work Assignment” contract. This means that while funding is available at time of award, specific requirements will be identified by the COTR by providing a draft Work Assignment to the contractor. A sample of the draft work assignment as well as Work Assignment Terms and conditions is hereby attached to this solicitation.

Exhibit 1.

FOUR STRAND WIRE FENCE TO PROVIDE FOR WILDLIFE PASSAGE

Top wire height from ground level shall be no more than 42”.

12”

6”

6”

18” from ground

The fence shall be a four-wire fence built to wildlife specifications, consisting of four strands of barbed wire. The top wire shall be no more than 42" from the ground and shall be spaced 12" above the second wire (from top to bottom).

The second wire shall be 6" above the third wire, and the third wire shall be 6" above the bottom wire. The bottom wire spaced 18" above the ground.

T-posts shall be 6.0 feet in length and spaced no more than 16 feet apart with fence stays placed at approximately 5-foot intervals. T-posts above ground that have had the paint burned off from the fire event shall be removed and not reused.

Barbed Wire

Barbed Wire

Barbed Wire

Barbed Wire

Exhibit 1A. Fence Design

Exhibit 2. Splicing and tying off to posts

Exhibit 3. Wire Gate Construction

Exhibit 4. Low water crossing Fence Construction (Actual brace structure material can vary)

Exhibit 5. Low Water Crossing Fence Construction (Actual brace structure material can vary)

Exhibit 6. Depression and Draw Fence Construction (Actual brace structure material can vary)

Exhibit 7. Swing picket fence designed for water gap Construction (Actual brace structure material can vary)

Exhibit 7. Swing picket fence designed for water gap Construction (Actual brace structure material can vary)

Exhibit 8. Typical Gate Bracing (Actual brace structure material can vary)

Exhibit 9. Typical Line Brace and Corner Brace

Line Brace above

Figure 10. Nailer Board Specifications