Addendum 2.pdf

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

ADDENDUM NO. 2 DATE: September 19, 2022

RE: RFP #: DOT-RFP-23-1133-CB

RFP TITLE: Environmental Species Services for District One

OPENING DATE: Original: September 22, 2022 @ 11:00 A.M.

New Opening Date: September 27, 2022 @ 11:00 A.M.

Notice is hereby given of the following changes to the above-referenced BID/RFP:

1. CHANGE:

INTRODUCTION SECTION 2) TIMELINE: UPDATED 9/19/2022- See Highlighted Changes

EXHIBIT A-SCOPE OF SERVICES– UPDATED 9/19/2022– See Highlighted Changes EXHIBIT B- PRICE PROPOSAL- UPDATED 9/19/2022- See Highlighted Changes ATTACHMENT “I”- UPDATED 9/19/2022- See Highlighted Changes

INTRODUCTION SECTION 11) LIABILITY INSURANCE- UPDATED 9/19/2022

Bidders/Proposers must acknowledge receipt of this Addendum by completing and returning to the Procurement Office, by no later than the time and date of the bid/proposal opening. Failure to do so may subject the bidder/proposer to disqualification.

Procurement Agent

_____________________________________Bidder/Proposer

_____________________________________Address

_____________________________________Submitted by (Signature)

Failure to file a protest within the time prescribed in Section 120.57(3), Florida Statutes, or failure to post the bond or other security required by law within the time allowed for filing a bond shall constitute a waiver of proceedings under Chapter 120, Florida Statutes.

I N T R O D U C T I O N S E C T I O N

1) INVITATION

The State of Florida Department of Transportation, hereinafter referred to as the “Department”, requests written proposals from qualified Proposers to provide Environmental Species Services for District One. It is anticipated that the term of the contract will begin on November 1, 2022 be effective through October 31, 2024.

The Department intends to award this contract to the responsive and responsible Proposer whose proposal is determined to be the most advantageous to the Department. After the award, said Proposer will be referred to as the “Vendor”. For the purpose of this document, the term "Proposer" means the prime vendor acting on its own behalf and those individuals, partnerships, firms, or corporations comprising the Proposer team. The term "proposal" means the complete response of the Proposer to the Request for Proposals (RFP), including properly completed forms and supporting documentation.

2) TIMELINE

Provided below is a list of critical dates and actions. These dates are subject to change. Notices of changes (Addenda) will be posted on the Florida Vendor Bid System at http://myflorida.com/apps/vbs/vbs www.main menu (click on “Search Advertisements”) under this RFP number. It is the responsibility of all potential proposers to monitor this site for any changing information prior to submitting your proposal.

ACTION / LOCATION DATE LOCAL TIME

DEADLINE FOR TECHNICAL QUESTIONS - . . . . . . . . . 09-06-2022 5:00 PM EST

(There is no deadline for administrative questions)

PROPOSALS DUE, ON OR BEFORE - . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 09-27-2022 9:00 AM EST

(Technical and Price Proposal) D1.Purch@dot.state.fl.us

PUBLIC OPENING (Technical Proposal) - . . . . . . . . . . . 09-27-2022 11:00 AM EST

PUBLIC OPENING / MEETING (Price Proposal) - . . . . . 10-11-2022 10:00 AM EST

Meeting to Summarize Evaluations and Select Intended Award 10-18-2022 10:00 AM EST

POSTING OF INTENDED AWARD - . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-18-2022 4:00 PM EST

3) AGENDA FOR PUBLIC MEETINGS

Agenda – Public Opening (Technical Proposals) Agenda for Public Opening of Technical Proposals for DOT-RFP-23-1133-CB:

Starting Time: see “Timeline” in RFP solicitation

- Opening remarks of approx. 2 minutes by Department Procurement Office personnel.

- Public input period – To allow a maximum of 15 minutes total for public input related to the

RFP solicitation.

- At conclusion of public input or 15 minutes, whichever occurs first, the Technical Proposals received timely will be opened, with proposer’s name read aloud and tabulated. Price proposals will be kept secured and unopened until the Price Proposal Opening.

- Adjourn meeting.

UPDATED 9/19/2022

EXHIBIT “A”

SCOPE OF SERVICES

ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIES SERVICES

A. OBJECTIVE

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) (henceforth referred to as the DEPARTMENT), District One Environmental Management Office (henceforth referred to as DEMO), desires environmental CONTRACTOR services on an as-needed basis for a timely response to problem situations that require assessment and/or implementation of environmental activities. Services may involve a wide variety of activities relevant to the general operations and technical requirements of the DEMO staff in order to obtain permits and/or satisfy NEPA (National Environmental Policy Act) and State requirements related to species. The services described in this scope of services may be required at any project location within District One and other areas outside of District One as deemed necessary.

Counties in FDOT District One:

Charlotte Highlands Collier Lee DeSoto Manatee Glades Okeechobee Hardee Polk Hendry Sarasota

The CONTRACTOR shall minimize the DEPARTMENT’S need to apply its own limited resources to assignments authorized by DEMO.

All work will be performed in accordance with all applicable DEPARMENT’S Manuals, Guidelines, Handbooks, Models, and Preferences, as well as all current federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, policies, and resources.

The DEPARTMENT reserves the right to advertise for an additional contract of this nature, utilizing the same services as outlined in this scope of services. If this right is executed, the recipients of this contract will not qualify for award of the additional contract.

B. GENERAL WORK DESCRIPTION

The following is a description of the work applicable to this Request for Proposal, anticipated by

DEMO:

General Provisions

DOT-RFP-23-1133-CB

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Estimated % of Work by Element Service Performed

Conduct Activity 50 Document/Report/Correspondence/Permit Development 15 Agency/Consultant/Contractor/Property Owner Coordination 10 Activity Plan Development 10 Miscellaneous 10 Meetings 5

TOTAL 100%

C. SERVICES REQUIRED OF THE CONTRACTOR

1. The CONTRACTOR will provide any of the following elements (tasks) contained herein, on an as-needed basis if and when required by the Department. Services may include accomplishing tasks on transportation projects, either prior to, concurrently with, or following the construction activities.

2. The CONTRACTOR will provide for all appropriate health and safety requirements within the assigned work task areas. All work will be performed in accordance with all applicable health and safety requirements.

3. The CONTRACTOR will have immediate access, either by ownership or subcontract, to the following equipment:

a. Boat, motor, trailer, lifts, acoustic equipment, GPS and any miscellaneous equipment necessary to survey, handle, identify, and conduct surveys/exclusions.

b. Camera device to view into gopher tortoise burrows, bat roosts, and/or other protected species, shovels, buckets, heavy equipment/back-hoe, transporting crates, and any miscellaneous equipment necessary to survey, pull, trap, retrieve, handle, mark, collect blood samples if required, and transport/relocate protected species.

c. Saws, hammers, ladders and/or lift buckets, and any miscellaneous equipment necessary to construct and install nesting, roosting boxes, and/or exclusion devices.

d. Delineation flags, silt type fencing, and orange barricade type fencing.

4. The CONTRACTOR will use personnel educated, trained, and experienced in the following fields/sciences/skills: biology, environmental science, ecology, scuba, and heavy equipment operation.

5. The CONTRACTOR will have or obtain all necessary local, state, and federal permits, licenses, and/or certifications necessary to perform the activities described within this Scope of Services. All permits, licenses, and/or certifications as required for this contract will be maintained for the duration of this contract.

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6. The CONTRACTOR will be available on a twenty-four (24) hour, seven (7) days a week, fifty-two (52) weeks a year basis, and provide response to any given situation with adequate equipment, competent personnel, and materials within a period of time commensurate with the gravity of the situation, to respond to unanticipated species interactions. (Current FDOT Contractor Requirements for Unanticipated Interactions with Protected Species PDF attached). While the response time may imply emergency response, the real intent is to ensure the contractor is available to provide services to District One without the long delay associated with awarding contracts.

7. Utilize and arrange for the services of a sub-contractor if necessary services cannot be provided by the prime contractor. The sub-contractor shall have all appropriate permits, licenses, certifications, insurance, and liability for the services provided. However, the Department will not be a third party to the sub-contractor's contract with the prime contractor. Therefore, the prime contractor will be solely responsible for payments to the sub-contractor and to make sure the sub-contractor meets all requirements as specified above. The sub-contractor shall be approved by the FDOT before use. Proof of permits/licenses/certifications and insurance must be furnished before approval can be issued.

8. The CONTRACTOR shall preserve from damage all property associated with, or in the vicinity of or in any way affected by his/her performance under this contract. Any damage occurring to such properties as the result of the CONTRACTOR’S performance shall be immediately repaired at the CONTRACTOR’S expense. The cost of any repairs performed by the Department shall be deducted from the payment of the assignment to which the problem occurred. Have and maintain during the period of this Agreement Contractor’s Liability Insurance, which includes coverage for third party claims, with limits of at least $5,000,000.00. This coverage must not be encumbered with any exclusionary language.

9. The CONTRACTOR will provide the Department with records and reports, covering each assignment, which conform to the Department's needs. Monthly status reports must include cost-to-date breakdown and be tied to billings. Such records and reports, other than the monthly status report, shall be furnished at a frequency and be of the type and form as approved by the Department.

10. The CONTRACTOR will provide personnel proficient in the use of computers and scanner operation to input all project documents into an EDMS (Electronic Data Management System) and/or SWEPT (Statewide Environmental Project Tracker). This will require familiarity with the documents and guidelines posted on the DEPARTMENT’S website for EDMS and/or SWEPT. Duties will include scanning, attributing, and retrieving documents that are to be archived electronically.

11. The Contractor will have the capability to submit reports, documents, correspondence, site drawings, maps, and other information electronically in a form compatible with the Department's computer capabilities.

12. The CONTRACTOR should have the capability to review contract plans and other related documents, have an understanding of the FDOT PD&E (Project Development & Environment) Manual, and applicable regulations.

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13. The CONTRACTOR will, when necessary, obtain cost estimates from suppliers for needed materials by getting a minimum of two to three bids. The CONTRACTOR will be reimbursed for the cost of such materials without mark-ups.

14. Detailed examples of services that may be required under this contract are listed below.

Develop appropriate maps/graphics/photos Conduct site surveys for: listed or candidate/proposed species and their critical habitats, submerged aquatic vegetation, exotic/invasive plant species, nuisance animal species, wetlands, mitigation sites, species recipient for details, gopher tortoises, and nuisance species), and any other relevant environmental issues.

Potential Surveys include but not limited to:

o Sand Skink/Blue tail Mole Skink Cover Board Surveys o Soil Survey o Scrub Jay Survey o Sea Grass Survey o Caracara Survey o Bonneted Bat Acoustic Survey o Bat Roost Survey o Bat Exclusion o Everglades Snail Kite Survey o Grasshopper Sparrow Surveys o Piping Plover Surveys o Cape Sable seaside sparrow Survey o Kestrel Survey o Florida Burrowing Owl Survey o Red-Cockaded Woodpecker Survey o Florida Sandhill Crane Survey o General Species Survey o Gopher Tortoise Surveys o Gopher Tortoise Relocations

Prepare documents, reports, letters, support documentation detailing findings of site reviews, surveys, permit applications, and completed work efforts

Prepare various types of plans, some of which may require the inclusion of methodologies (examples would be, but not necessarily limited to, planting/restoration plans to install and/or relocate plants, remove and relocate animal species such as gopher tortoises, osprey nets, bats, etc.)

Install and/or relocate native, aquatic, and/or listed plant species Remove exotic/invasive plant species by necessary/appropriate/agency-approved/legal means Remove/relocate animal species according to appropriate federal and state requirements/protocols/procedures Construct and install roosting and/or nesting boxes that may be required for bats or listed bird species Conduct wetland delineations and prepare wetland assessments using the Unified

Mitigation Assessment Method (UMAM) or most recent, acceptable assessment method. Complete permit applications for DEMO review. Prepare a Wetland Evaluation Report if needed.

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Flag areas needing delineation and protection (examples would be, but not necessarily limited to, wetlands, plant colonies, bird nesting/sanctuaries, listed/candidate species burrows or critical habitats, etc.)

Monitoring activities related to construction activities, mitigation sites, animal species relocation sites, etc.

Develop a Biological Assessment, conduct Section 7/10 Formal/Informal Consultation, and respond to a Biological Opinion if needed

Coordinate with all applicable agencies, organizations, and landowners Coordinate with Contractors and Suppliers of equipment and/or materials when necessary Track expenditures related to the Endangered Species Act (ESA) and provide

DEMO with an annual report

a. Gopher Tortoise Activities The CONTRACTOR will conduct all necessary activities related to the listed Gopher Tortoise. These activities may include, but not necessarily limited to, the following bulleted items.

Conduct site surveys to identify presence of gopher tortoise, active and inactive burrows

Obtain and complete appropriate permit applications from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) for the handling, trapping, and transporting/relocating of gopher tortoises according to the most recent agency requirements

Trap, pull, excavate, mark, and transport/relocate (and collect blood samples if required by the FWC)

Identify authorized recipient sites and coordinate with recipient site owner/manager

Coordinate with the FWC and any other relevant agencies and/or organizations as necessary

Maintain any required licenses and/or certifications and keep updated on status of policies, rules, etc. during the duration of this contract. The CONTRACTOR will notify the DEPARTMENT of any changes made by the

FWC.

The CONTRACTOR will have on staff or through a DEPARTMENT approved SUB-CONTRACTOR personnel who have knowledge, training, and experience in gopher tortoise-related activities. Such personnel will have FWC certification as an Authorized Agent to conduct the following activities:

Burrow Surveys Bucket/Live trapping Hand shovel excavation Mechanical excavation (use of heavy equipment) Transport, marking, and release Collection of blood samples (only if required by the FWC)

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The CONTRACTOR may have/utilize staff, or through a SUB-CONTRACTOR, assistants to Authorized Agents as long as there is at least one Authorized Agent on staff with the CONTRACTOR or SUB-CONTRACTOR supervising such personnel. The CONTRACTOR or qualified SUB-CONTRACTOR will provide all equipment and supplies needed to complete these tasks.

b. Nuisance Plant and Animal Species The CONTRACTOR will assist the DEPARTMENT in all areas related to nuisance plant and animal species. Activities required may include, but not necessarily limited to the following:

Conduct site investigations for presence of potential nuisance (exotic/invasive) plant species

If necessary, the CONTRACTOR will use flagging and/or GPS to mark/delineate occupied areas.

Provide DEMO with a summary report of findings including photos and graphics of area(s) reviewed and indicating locations of nuisance plants if found

If necessary, the CONTRACTOR will provide a methodology plan for the eradication of the nuisance plant species.

If necessary, the CONTRACTOR will conduct the eradication of the nuisance plant species according to appropriate guidelines, instructions, or agency requirements

Monitoring of such areas, along with monitoring reports, may be required.

Regarding nuisance animal species, such as bats in bridges scheduled to be replaced, activities required may include, but not necessarily limited to, the following:

Conduct site investigations for presence of potential nuisance animal species Provide DEMO with a summary report of findings including photos and graphics of area(s) reviewed and indicating locations of the nuisance animal if found

If it’s determined that bats occur within the bridge, the CONTRACTOR will provide to DEMO for review/approval a methodology plan for the exclusion of the bats at the appropriate time prior to construction/demolition activities of the bridge.

o The CONTRACTOR will coordinate with DEMO and the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and US Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) as needed regarding the presence of bats in the bridge.

If the exclusion of bats is necessary, the CONTRACTOR will conduct the appropriate exclusion.

o The CONTRACTOR will have on staff, or through DEPARTMENT approved Sub-CONTRACTOR, personnel experienced in conducting bat surveys and exclusions.

o The CONTRACTOR will provide the equipment and supplies necessary to conduct the bat exclusions.

o In the event that any permits and/or certifications for exclusions are required, the CONTRACTOR will coordinate with the FWC to obtain

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o The CONTRACTOR will provide DEMO a draft and a final report of the exclusion activities including photos and graphics.

o The CONTRACTOR will provide DEMO all required draft and final letters (for DEMO’s signature) to the FWC and any other agency, organization, or interested party related to the exclusion of bats pertaining to an FDOT bridge replacement project.

15. Incidental Tasks The CONTRACTOR may be required to perform the following incidental tasks:

Prepare or modify scopes of services/task descriptions, cost/staff-hour estimates, work tasks, spreadsheets, databases

Other miscellaneous tasks related to this contract

16. The CONTRACTOR will provide technical assistance/advice to the DEPARTMENT.

17. The CONTRACTOR will supply all equipment to provide Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) when required. The CONTRACTOR is required to have personnel that can correctly set-up and maintain the MOT, per FDOT specifications. If the CONTRACTOR does not have sufficient on-staff personnel, a Department approved Sub-Contractor should be utilized.

D. MEETINGS AND PRESENTATIONS

The CONTRACTOR or his/her designee will be available for unscheduled meetings and presentations. The CONTRACTOR or his/her designee shall be available with a no more than one weekday notice to attend meetings and presentations at the request of the DEPARTMENT. Such meetings and presentation may begin/end at any time between 7:00 am and 10:00 pm on any weekday.

The CONTRACTOR or his/her designee will take meeting notes and will use such notes to prepare meeting summaries to be submitted to the DEPARTMENT’s Project Manager for review. A timeframe for completing the meeting summaries will be agreed upon between the Department Project Manager and the CONTRACTOR or his/her designee.

E. BEGINNING AND LENGTH OF SERVICES

For each project (task) assigned under this agreement, services to be provided by the Contractor will be initiated and completed as directed by the DEPARTMENT’S Project Manager.

The DEPARTMENT’S Project Manager shall furnish the CONTRACTOR a letter of authorization specifying the work (task) to be done, task schedule, and the fees to be paid for each project assigned under this agreement. No work shall commence by the CONTRACTOR until receipt of the letter of authorization.

F. BUDGETING CONSTRAINTS

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This Contract has a budgetary ceiling of $1,500,000.00 whereby the CONTRACTOR agrees to furnish services during a prescribed period of time. The specific period of time completes such a contract. Execution of this Agreement does not guarantee that the work will be authorized. A letter of authorization shall be issued for all work assignments (tasks).

G. PESONNEL CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTIONS

Personnel Classification Descriptions

Contract Coordinator:

The personnel classification providing experience with coordinating contracts, amendments, and/or Task Work Orders.

Project Manager:

The personnel classification providing Project Management tasks related to project planning, organizing and progression Have at a minimum a bachelor’s degree in biology, marine biology, ecology, environmental science, engineering or similar field Should have experience conducting project management work on projects for FDOT Manages the contract and task work orders Determines the appropriate approach to each assignment as well as the appropriate staff Organizes and manages teams, projects, and assignments Manages activities and staff where appropriate Submits draft Scopes of Services and Manhours/Fee Estimates for assignments Acts as the Point of Contact for and coordination with the Department Contract Manager Supervises and/or coordinates with administrative/clerical staff

Scientist/Biologist:

The personnel classification with relevant degree, providing field services, surveys, contractor oversight and general duties Have at a minimum, a bachelor’s degree in biology, marine biology, ecology, environmental science, or similar field Should have at least 1 year experience as a Scientist/Biologist Have some experience conducting work on projects for FDOT or be familiar with FDOT projects and with the resource and regulatory agencies Have knowledge and fair understanding of federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, policies, and ordinances related to the environment

Senior Scientist/Biologist:

The personnel classification with relevant degree with 10+ years of experience providing report or document writing/generation Have at a minimum, a bachelor’s degree in biology, marine biology, ecology, environmental science, or similar field Should be an experienced Scientist/Biologist, including experience supervising individuals and/or teams or as a project leader Have experience conducting work on projects for FDOT or be familiar with FDOT projects and with the resource and regulatory agencies

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Have thorough knowledge and understanding of federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, policies, and ordinances related to the environment

Environmental Specialist:

The personnel classification with a bachelor’s degree in a physical or natural science or engineering Should have at least one year experience providing support to the Field (Staff) / Scientist during field services, contractor oversight, general duties Have thorough knowledge and understanding of federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, policies, and ordinances related to the environment

Senior Environmental Specialist:

The personnel classification with a bachelor’s degree in a physical or natural science with a minimum 10 years’ experience, or a master’s degree and 7 years’ experience providing support to the Field (Staff) / Scientist during field services, contractor oversight, general duties

Have at a minimum a bachelor’s degree in biology, marine biology, ecology, environmental science, or engineering or a similar field

Should be an experienced scientist, including experience supervising individuals and/or teams or as a project leader

Have experience conducting work on projects for FDOT or be familiar with FDOT projects and with the resource and regulatory agencies

Have thorough knowledge and understanding of federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, policies, and ordinances related to the environment

Secretary/Clerical:

The personnel classification with relevant degree and/or experience providing tasks for the contractor's document assembly and submittal efforts, including but not limited to various computer software programs and invoicing used by FDOT District One

Drafter / CAD / GIS Specialist:

The personnel classification with a degree in an appropriate field of study or combination of education and experience providing tasks for the contractor's document mapping and figure generation efforts

Equipment Operator / Heavy Truck Driver:

The personnel classification providing operation of "heavy" equipment, such as back-hoes, barge, excavators, manlifts, heavy trucks, etc. Personnel are appropriately trained, licensed, and experienced individuals

Laborer (Crew):

The personnel classification that would carry out activates directed by others

Chief Scientist:

The personnel classification with a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in biology, marine biology, ecology, environmental science, or a similar field with a minimum 20 years’ experience performing species related work, including planning, designing, and approving species

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Should be an experienced scientist, including experience supervising individuals and teams and as a project leader

Have experience conducting and managing species surveys and mitigation work for FDOT projects and be familiar with FDOT project requirements and regulatory agency requirements regarding protected species

Have a thorough knowledge and understanding of federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures related to protected species

Ability to provide subject matter expert consulting services regarding protected species

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Item # PERSONNEL Rate

1 Contract Coordinator $

2 Project Manager $

3 Scientist/Biologist $

4 Scientist/Biologist (OT) $

5 Senior Scientist/Biologist $

6 Senior Scientist/Biologist (OT) $

7 Environmental Specialist $

8 Environmental Specialist (OT) $

9 Senior Environmental Specialist $

10 Senior Environmental Specialist (OT) $

11 Secretary/Clerical $

12 Drafter / CAD / GIS Specialist $

13 Drafter / CAD / GIS Specialist (OT) $

14 Equipment Operator / Heavy Truck Driver $

15 Equipment Operator / Heavy Truck Driver(OT) $

16 Laborer (Crew) $

17 Laborer (Crew) (OT) $

UNIT COSTS

18 Mobilization/Demobilization (1 Personnel) $

19 Mobilization/Demobilization (2 Personnel) $

20 Work Plan & Cost Estimate Base (WPCE) $

21 Work Plan & Cost Estimate Additional Unit or Amendments $

22 Initial Project Setup Unit $

23 Health & Safety Plan (H&SP) $

24 Technical Memorandum: Per Hour $

25 Natural Resource Evaluation: Per Hour $

26 Invoice Packet Field Activities $

27 Invoice Packet Office Activities $

28 Sand/Blue Tail Mole Skink Cover Board Survey Technical Memorandum $

29 Soil Survey Technical Memorandum $

30 Florida Scrub-Jay Survey Technical Memorandum $

31 Sea Grass Survey Technical Memorandum $

32 Audubon's Crested Caracara Survey Technical Memorandum $

33 Florida Bonneted Bat Acoustic Survey Technical Memorandum $

34 Florida Bonneted Bat Roost Survey Technical Memorandum $

35 Bat Exclusion Plan Technical Memorandum $

36 Bat Exclusions Technical Memorandum $

37 Everglades Snail Kite Survey Technical Memorandum $

38 Florida Grasshopper Sparrow Survey Technical Memorandum $

39 Piping Plover Survey Technical Memorandum $

40 Cape Sable Seaside Sparrow Survey Technical Memorandum $

41 Southeast American Kestrel Survey Technical Memorandum $

42 Florida Burrowing Owl Survey Technical Memorandum $

43 Red-Cockaded Woodpecker Survey Technical Memorandum $

44 Florida Sandhill Crane Survey Technical Memorandum $

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PRICE PROPOSAL

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45 Gopher Tortoise Survey Technical Memorandum $

46 Gopher Tortoise Survey Technical Memorandum $

47 Gopher Tortoise Relocations Technical Memorandum $

48 Panther Habitat Survey Technical Memorandum $

49 Smalltooth Sawfish Critical Habitat Pile Calculations Technical Memorandum $

50 Fox Squirrel Nest Survey Technical Memorandum $

51 Plant Survey Technical Memorandum $

52 Construction Monitoring Technical Memorandum $

Equipment

MISCELLANEOUS TOOLS & EQUIPMENT

53 Field Vehicle: Pickup/Van/Car (personnel transport):1/2-Day $

54 Field Vehicle: Pickup/Van/Car (personnel transport): Day $

55 Field Vehicle: Pickup/Van/Car (personnel transport): Week $

56 Traffic Cones, each: Day $

57 Traffic Cones, each: Week $

58 Smart Phone with Camera: Day $

59 Smart Phone with Camera: Week $

60 Camera, Digital: Day $

61 Camera, Digital: Week $

62 Scope Camera, Digital: Day $

63 Scope Camera, Digital: Week $

64 Computer, Portable PC: Day $

65 Computer, Portable PC: Week $

66 Hand Tools (shovels, hammers, brooms, rake, machete, pole saw, tape measure etc.): Day $

67 Hand Tools (shovels, hammers, brooms, rake, machete, pole saw, tape measure etc.): Week $

68 Binoculars / Spotting Scope: Day $

69 Binoculars / Spotting Scope: Week $

70 Flashlight: Day $

71 Flashlight: Week $

72 Measuring Wheel: Day $

73 Measuring Wheel: Week $

74 Tape Measure, up to 100 feet: Day $

75 Tape Measure, up to 100 feet: Week $

76 Step Ladder: A frame, 6 to 16 feet: Day $

77 Step Ladder: A frame, 6 to 16 feet: Week $

78 Extension Ladder, up to 28 feet: Day $

79 Extension Ladder, up to 28 feet: Week $

80 GPS Unit: Day $

81 GPS Unit: Week $

82 Chain Saw: Day $

83 Chain Saw: Week $

84 Portable Radio: Day $

85 Portable Radio: Week $

86 Construction Signs, each: Day $

87 Construction Signs, each: Week $

88 Barricades, Type I, II, VP (including light): Day $

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89 Barricades, Type I, II, VP (including light): Week $

90 Barricades, Type III (including light): Day $

91 Barricades, Type III (including light): Week $

92 Portable Toilet: Day $

93 Portable Toilet: Week $

94 Penetrometer: Day $

95 Penetrometer: Week $

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

96 Self Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus (SCUBA) Package: Per person: Day $

97 Self Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus (SCUBA) Package: Per person: Week $

98 Snorkel Package: Per person: Day $

99 Snorkel Package: Per person: Week $

100 Full-Face Respirator, w/cartridges: Day $

101 Full-Face Respirator, w/cartridges: Week $

102 Chest Waders: Day $

103 Chest Waders: Week $

104 Overshoes/Over boots: Day $

105 Overshoes/Over boots: Week $

CONSTRUCTION / EXCLUSION / INSPECTION EQUIPMENT

106 Backhoe: Day $

107 Backhoe: Week $

108 Excavator, "Mini" up to 20K Lbs: Day $

109 Excavator, "Mini" up to 20K Lbs: Week $

110 Excavator, 20K-50K Lbs: Day $

111 Excavator, 20K-50K Lbs: Week $

112 Manlift (1 to 2 Personnel): Day $

113 Manlift (1 to 2 Personnel): Week $

114 Under Bridge Access Truck 30 Foot Reach: Day $

115 Under Bridge Access Truck 30 Foot Reach: Week $

116 Under Bridge Access Truck 60 Foot Reach: Day $

117 Under Bridge Access Truck 60 Foot Reach: Week $

118 Boat, up to 14 Feet, with/without motor: Day $

119 Boat, up to 14 Feet, with/without motor: Week $

120 Boat, 14 Feet to 24 Feet, with motor: Day $

121 Boat, 14 Feet to 24 Feet, with motor: Day $

122 Boat with Manlift: Day $

123 Boat with Manlift: Week $

124 Barge 6-8 Feet x 24-30 Feet: Day $

125 Barge 6-8 Feet x 24-30 Feet: Week $

126 Barge 8-12 Feet x 30-40 Feet: Day $

127 Barge 8-12 Feet x 30-40 Feet: Week $

EXPENDABLES

128 Sampling Gloves: Per Pair Nitrile $

129 Sampling Gloves: Box of 100, Nitrile $

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130 PVC Gloves: Per Pair $

131 Cloth Gloves: Per Pair $

132 Leather Gloves: Per Pair $

133 Aluminum Foil, 50 Foot roll $

134 Trash Bags Box (typical) $

135 Duct Tape: Per Roll $

136 Visqueen (20 Foot by 100 Foot roll) $

137 Vinyl Shoe Covers (pair) $

138 Respirator Cartridges, particulates: Per Pair $

139 Hardware Cloth: Per 0.5 Inch Mesh 36 Inch x 25 Foot Roll $

140 Bat Exclusion Escape Tube (Minimum 10 Inch length): Per Each $

141 Cover Board (2 Foot x 2 Foot) $

142 Backer Rod 0.5 Inch: Per 100 Foot Roll $

143 Backer Rod 1.0 Inch: Per 100 Foot Roll $

144 Adhesive Caulk: Per Each $

145 Expanding Foam: Per Each $

146 N95 Mask: Per Each $

147 Tyvek Suit: Per Each $

148 Poly-coated Tyvek Suit: Per Each $

149 Safety Glass / Goggle / Face Shield: Per Each $

150 Warning Flag for Flagman $

151 Marking Paint: Per Each $

152 Barrier Tape / Hazard Tape / Flagging Tape: Per 100 Foot Roll $

153 Barrier Safety Fence, Orange, Flexible Plastic: Per 100 Foot Roll $

154 Silt Fence: Per 100 Foot roll $

Per Diems (FDOT Set Pricing)

MEALS

155 Breakfast $6.00

156 Lunch $11.00

157 Dinner $19.00

Personnel Amended

158 Chief Scientist $

159 Chef Scientist (OT) $

Notes: Costs for equipment needed for one or more months (four complete weeks) will be charged the weekly rate multiplied by four for each complete month that it is needed.

Total $36.00

Average $0.23

C-4

Attachment “I”

Unit Item Descriptions

Item # PERSONNEL DEFINITIONS

1 Contract Coordinator Experience with coordinating contracts, amendments, and/or Task Work Orders

2 Project Manager The personnel classification providing Project Management tasks related to project planning, organizing and progression. Also expected to be to point of contact to the FDOT Contract manager for project updates, work progress, meetings, etc. Project Manager provides final review of all documents prior to submittal.

3 Scientist / Biologist The personnel classification with relevant degree providing field services surveys, contractor oversight and general duties.

4 Scientist / Biologist (OT) Scientist over-time.

5 Senior Scientist / Biologist The personnel classification with relevant degree with 10+ years of experience providing report or document writing/generation.

6 Senior Scientist / Biologist (OT) Senior Scientist over-time.

7 Environmental Specialist The personnel classification with a bachelor’s degree in a physical or natural science or engineering with at least 1 years’ experience providing support to the Field (Staff) / Scientist during field services, contractor oversight, general duties.

8 Environmental Specialist (OT) Environmental Specialist over-time

9 Senior Environmental Specialist The personnel classification with a bachelor’s degree in a physical or natural science with a minimum 10 years’ experience, or a master’s degree and 7 years’ experience providing support to the Field (Staff) / Scientist during field services, contractor oversight, general duties

10 Senior Environmental Specialist (OT) Senior Environmental Specialist over-time.

11 Secretary / Clerical The personnel classification with relevant degree, entry-level providing tasks for the contractor's document assembly and submittal efforts. It should be noted that the majority of the time for these tasks are included in the unit costs and are not expected to be billed separately. This personnel level is being defined for tasks that may arise outside of the typical unit cost services.

This personnel rate may also be used for other minor project-related tasks when warranted, such as travel arrangements, phone calls, etc. The services and time must be approved prior to utilization.

12 Drafter / CAD / GIS Specialist The personnel classification with degree in related field or combination of education and experience providing tasks for the contractor's document mapping and figure generation efforts.

It should be noted that the majority of the time for these tasks are included in the unit costs and are not expected to be billed separately. This personnel level is being defined for tasks that may arise outside of the typical unit cost services. In the rare event that the contractor plans additional billing at this rate/level, the tasks and hours must be approved prior to utilization.

13 Drafter / CAD / GIS Specialist (OT) GIS Specialist over-time.

14 Equipment Operator / Heavy Truck Driver The personnel classification providing operation of "heavy" equipment (excavators, back-hoes, wheel loaders, etc.) by appropriately trained, licensed, and experienced individuals. This rate also includes drivers of onsite dump-trucks (or heavy truck), unless it can be demonstrated that there is a cost savings to the FDOT.

15 Equipment Operator / Heavy Truck Driver

(OT)

Equipment Operator / Heavy Truck Driver over-time

16 Laborer (Crew) The personnel classification that would carry out activities directed by others.

17 Laborer (Crew) (OT) Laborer over-time

UNIT COSTS

18 - 19 Mobilization/Demobilization (1 or 2 Personnel)

This unit encompasses all time, efforts, and costs (except the vehicle unit) to mobilize and demobilize each crew of one or two (1-2) personnel in a field or other vehicle to a project. This includes time to load or unload vehicles as well as travel time. Mobilization time is to be subtracted from other field time. For example, if a mobilization fee is charged for a crew to a site for a 10-hour day; the crew would bill one mobilization and only the time onsite as the field time.

HOTELS: One (1) mobilization may be charged, per required field visit, with the understanding that overnight stays, with per diems are to be utilized when appropriate. When per diems are utilized, it is expected that hotels will be selected with regards to both proximity to the project and cost-effectiveness. Time from the hotel to the project will be billed as field time in lieu of additional mobilizations. When multiple vehicles or extra personnel are needed, requiring additional mobilization fees, the justification should be presented in the Work Plan and Cost Estimate (WPCE). The billing of the Mobilization unit and additional units must be approved prior to utilization. It should be noted that the appropriate vehicle's unit cost should also be billed for the day in addition to the mobilization fee.

* "Site" Definition For this contract's purposes, a "Site" is typically defined by a property, location, bridge crossing, or bridge pair crossing where work is performed.

20 Work Plan & Cost Estimate Base (WPCE) This unit encompasses all time, efforts, and costs to research a project corridor and develop a Work Plan & Cost Estimate to determine the plan of action to address tasks.

21 Work Plan & Cost Estimate Additional Unit or Amendments: Per Site

This unit is added to Item #20 and encompasses all time, efforts, and costs to research each additional site, beyond the task within a project corridor and develop a Work Plan / Cost Estimate to determine the plan of action to address survey tasks. This is also the unit to use for each LOA amendment. This unit also includes all time, efforts, and costs related to soliciting bids for additional tasks or amendments.

22 Initial Project Setup Unit This unit encompasses all time, efforts, and costs related to tasks to set-up a project. This may include, but is not limited to: initial setup of billing and tracking programs, file generation, accounting, internal process setup, etc. This unit cost also includes all purchase order and vendor payment setup related to the individual Letter of Authorization (LOA).

23 Health & Safety Plan This unit encompasses all time, efforts, and costs to develop a Health & Safety Plan (H&SP) that is specific for each LOA project. This unit also includes updates and/or revisions to the LOA-specific H&SP. One Health and Safety Plan is allowed for each LOA.

24 Technical Memorandum: Per Hour This unit encompasses all personnel, efforts, and costs to generate, review (QA&QC) and submit a technical memorandum to FDOT and/or agencies or for the project file following guidance from the PD&E Manual and applicable regulations.

25 Natural Resource Evaluation: Per Hour This unit encompasses all personnel, efforts, and costs to generate, review (QA&QC) and submit a Natural Resource Evaluation to FDOT and/or agencies or for the project file following guidance from the PD&E Manual and applicable regulations.

26 Invoice Packet Field Activities This unit encompasses all time, efforts, and costs to generate and submit an invoice for field work (and supporting office activities), with all appropriate backup data, to the FDOT. This unit also includes all time, efforts, and costs related to corrections/revisions of the invoice packet, per the Department's review. The combined Invoicing units (Field and Office) cover all of the contractor's internal billing procedures related to invoice preparation. The number of the Field Invoice units must be approved prior to utilization. At the sole discretion of the Department, additional invoicing units may be allotted if deemed appropriate. A typical LOA will allow the billing of only the two (2) invoicing units (Field and Office). No additional services related to billing (accounting, contract management, etc.) will be accepted without justification and prior approval.

27 Invoice Packet Office Activities This unit encompasses all time, efforts, and costs to generate and submit an invoice for office work, with all appropriate backup data, to the FDOT. This unit also includes all time, efforts, and costs related to corrections/revisions of the invoice packet, per the Department's review. The combined Invoicing units (Field and Office) cover all of the contractor's internal billing procedures related to invoice preparation. The number of Office Invoice units will be coordinated with the Department prior to utilization. At the sole discretion of the Department, additional invoicing units may be allotted if deemed appropriate. A typical LOA will allow the billing of only the two

(2) invoicing units (Field and Office). No additional services related to billing (accounting, contract management, etc.) will be accepted without justification and prior approval.

28 Sand / Blue Tail Mole Skink Cover Board Survey Technical Memorandum

This unit encompasses all personnel, efforts, and costs to generate, review (QA&QC) and submit a Technical Memorandum to FDOT and/or agencies of work performed, findings, conclusions and recommendations (as applicable). Format and content will follow applicable regulations and guidance from agencies and the Department. Preparation of draft and final documents and all requested revisions by the Department are included with this unit. The Technical Memorandum will be revised as directed by the Department until the Department is satisfied and determines the document is complete and final.

29 Soil Survey Technical Memorandum This unit encompasses all personnel, efforts, and costs to generate, review (QA&QC) and submit a Technical Memorandum to FDOT and/or agencies of work performed, findings, conclusions and recommendations (as applicable). Format and content will follow applicable regulations and guidance from agencies and the Department. Preparation of draft and final documents and all requested revisions by the Department are included with this unit. The Technical Memorandum will be revised as directed by the Department until the Department is satisfied and determines the document is complete and final.

30 Florida Scrub-Jay Survey Technical Memorandum

This unit encompasses all personnel, efforts, and costs to generate, review (QA&QC) and submit a Technical Memorandum to FDOT and/or agencies of work performed, findings, conclusions and recommendations (as applicable). Format and content will follow applicable regulations and guidance from agencies and the Department. Preparation of draft and final documents and all requested revisions by the Department are included with this unit. The Technical Memorandum will be revised as directed by the Department until the Department is satisfied and determines the document is complete and final.

31 Sea Grass Survey Technical Memorandum This unit encompasses all personnel, efforts, and costs to generate, review (QA&QC) and submit a Technical Memorandum to FDOT and/or agencies of work performed, findings, conclusions and recommendations (as applicable). Format and content will follow applicable regulations and guidance from agencies and the Department. Preparation of draft and final documents and all requested revisions by the Department are included with this unit. The Technical Memorandum will be revised as directed by the Department until the Department is satisfied and determines the document is complete and final.

32 Audubon's Crested Caracara Survey Technical Memorandum

This unit encompasses all personnel, efforts, and costs to generate, review (QA&QC) and submit a Technical Memorandum to FDOT and/or agencies of work performed, findings, conclusions and recommendations (as applicable). Format and content will follow applicable regulations and guidance from agencies and the Department. Preparation of draft and final documents and all requested revisions by the Department are included with this unit. The Technical Memorandum will be revised as directed by the Department until the Department is satisfied and determines the document is complete and final.

33 Florida Bonneted Bat Acoustic Survey Technical Memorandum

This unit encompasses all personnel, efforts, and costs to generate, review (QA&QC) and submit a Technical Memorandum to FDOT and/or agencies of work performed, findings, conclusions and recommendations (as applicable). Format and content will follow applicable regulations and guidance from agencies and the Department. Preparation of draft and final documents and all requested revisions by the Department are included with this unit. The Technical Memorandum will be revised as directed by the Department until the Department is satisfied and determines the document is complete and final.

34 Florida Bonneted Bat Roost Survey Technical Memorandum

This unit encompasses all personnel, efforts, and costs to generate, review (QA&QC) and submit a Technical Memorandum to FDOT and/or agencies of work performed, findings, conclusions and recommendations (as applicable). Format and content will follow applicable regulations and guidance from agencies and the Department. Preparation of draft and final documents and all requested revisions by the Department are included with this unit. The Technical Memorandum will be revised as directed by the Department until the Department is satisfied and determines the document is complete and final.

35 Bat Exclusion Plan Technical Memorandum

This unit encompasses all personnel, efforts, and costs to generate, review (QA&QC) and submit a Technical Memorandum to FDOT and/or agencies of work performed, findings, conclusions and recommendations (as applicable). Format and content will follow applicable regulations and guidance from agencies and the Department. Preparation of draft and final documents and all requested revisions by the Department are included with this unit. The Technical Memorandum will be revised as directed by the Department until the Department is satisfied and determines the document is complete and final.

36 Bat Exclusions Technical Memorandum This unit encompasses all personnel, efforts, and costs to generate, review (QA&QC) and submit a Technical Memorandum to FDOT and/or agencies of work performed, findings, conclusions and recommendations (as applicable). Format and content will follow applicable regulations and guidance from agencies and the Department. Preparation of draft and final documents and all requested revisions by the Department are included with this unit. The Technical Memorandum will be revised as directed by the Department until the Department is satisfied and determines the document is complete and final.

37 Everglades Snail Kite Survey Technical Memorandum

This unit encompasses all personnel, efforts, and costs to generate, review (QA&QC) and submit a Technical Memorandum to FDOT and/or agencies of work performed, findings, conclusions and recommendations (as applicable). Format and content will follow applicable regulations and guidance from agencies and the Department. Preparation of draft and final documents and all requested revisions by the Department are included with this unit. The Technical Memorandum will be revised as directed by the Department until the Department is satisfied and determines the document is complete and final.

38 Florida Grasshopper Sparrow Survey Technical Memorandum

This unit encompasses all personnel, efforts, and costs to generate, review (QA&QC) and submit a Technical Memorandum to FDOT and/or agencies of work performed, findings, conclusions and recommendations (as applicable). Format and content will follow applicable regulations and guidance from agencies and the Department. Preparation of draft and final documents and all requested revisions by the Department are included with this unit. The Technical Memorandum will be revised as directed by the Department until the Department is satisfied and determines the document is complete and final.

39 Piping Plover Survey Technical Memorandum

This unit encompasses all personnel, efforts, and costs to generate, review (QA&QC) and submit a Technical Memorandum to FDOT and/or agencies of work performed, findings, conclusions and recommendations (as applicable). Format and content will follow applicable regulations and guidance from agencies and the Department. Preparation of draft and final documents and all requested revisions by the Department are included with this unit.