0116S160013_Amend0001_042716.pdf

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO. 3. EFFECTIVE DATE 4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO. 5. PROJECT NO. (If applicable)

0001 April 27, 2016 796332

6. ISSUED BY CODE 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than Item 6) CODE

USDA Forest Service Region 10, Alaska, Ketchikan Area Fed Bldg 648 Mission St.

Ketchikan, AK 99901

Same as block 6

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No., street, county, State, and ZIP Code) (X) 9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.

AG-0116-S-16-0013

9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

04/27/2016

10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

CODE FACILITY CODE

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers is not extended.

Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended, by one of the following methods:

(a) By completing Items 8 and 15, and returning 1 copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted;

or (c) By separate letter or telegram which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by telegram or letter, provided each telegram or letter makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required)

13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS,

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

(X) A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN

THE CONTRACT ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation date, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(b).

C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not, is required to sign this document and return 1 copy to the issuing office.

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.

See attached pages.

Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.

15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print) 16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

Catherine Powell, Contracting Officer

15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR 15C. DATE SIGNED 16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 16C. DATE SIGNED

April 27, 2016 (Signature of person authorized to sign) (Signature of Contracting Officer)

NSN 7540-01-152-8070

Previous edition unusable

30-105 STANDARD FORM 30 (REV. 10-83)

Prescribed by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

Amendment 0001 Page 1 of 8 Solicitation # AG-0116-S-16-0013 Seward Ranger District Trail Brushing

The following is added to the Description:

Bears Brown and Black Bears range through the contract area. Bears are considered unpredictable and potentially dangerous in human/bear encounters. It is suggested that contractors carry a large caliber weapon as bear protection. Any bear shot in defense of life or property requires a written explanation and becomes property of the State of Alaska. The best protection is avoiding bear/human contacts. Campsites shall be kept clean and free of garbage. Failure to do so will result in the issuance of a cure notice or a stop work order. Waste disposal shall be in accordance with Federal EPA guidelines. Report any problems with bears to the Contracting Officer (CO) as soon as possible. This may be done through the COR, or his/her inspectors. Especially important is the reporting of bears that appear to have become habituated to humans. Report habituated bears so that the Government can notify the public.

The following is added to the technical requirements:

Firewood:

Firewood may be cut and collected in accordance with District policy. Chugach District policy for firewood, the contractor may cut dead standing or down trees for firewood associated with a project camp.

Camping Requirements Structures used to house employees shall be commercially designed and constructed. Examples of commercially designed and constructed facilities include wall tents, travel trailers and motor homes.

Additionally, the structures must:

Protect occupants from the elements.

Provide safe and adequate heating (wood, propane or oil). Employee billet heating is not required during the months of June, July and August. Any other time of year, employee sleeping facilities shall have an appropriate heat source.

Have raised floors.

Have raised bunks for each occupant.

Have a minimum sleeping area of 60 square feet of floor space per occupant.

Have a minimum of two exits.

Have smoke alarms and fire extinguishers.

Except in the case of a mobile home or trailer (which has been specifically constructed and designed for cooking, eating, living and sleeping activities), all food storage, preparation and eating shall occur in a separate structure.

Food must be stored in fly and rodent-proof containers. Perishable food shall be refrigerated. Perishable food can be stored in ice filled coolers and ice chests.

Food and garbage shall be stored in hard-sided vehicles or suitable bear proof containers. At no time will food or garbage be left exposed and unattended. Bear proof containers may be commercially purchased or locally fabricated. Locally fabricated bear proof containers shall be constructed in accordance with the following minimum standards: Minimum of 5/8-inch plywood with 2” x 4” construction and screws instead of nails. Heavy duty hinges and latches strong enough that they can’t be pried open by claws.

Metal flashing to cover seams so that claws can’t get into them. Locally fabricated bear proof containers are subject to government inspection for suitability. Contractors will replace bear proof containers found unsuitable by the Government.

Adequate potable water shall be provided for drinking, cooking and washing. Acceptable sources of

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Seward Ranger District Trail Brushing potable water are:

Transport water from approved public potable water source.

Surface water collected and treated in accordance with the following directions:

Water Collection Care should be taken in selecting a water collection point for the camp. Typically, microorganisms are concentrated in stagnant or slow moving water, such as lake shores or along stream banks. These areas should be avoided. It is also important to avoid any body of water that has an algae bloom or has a strong organic odor because these conditions are associated with higher concentrations of microorganisms. The best places to collect water are from a flowing portion of a stream or from lake as far away from the shoreline.

Water Treatment by Filtration and Disinfection Two of the most common pathogens encountered in Alaska are Giardia and Cryptosporidium. Both of these organisms are very resistant to chemical disinfectants, such as chlorine and iodine. Consequently, the most reliable method for removing Giardia and Cryptosporidium from drinking water is by filtration.

During filtration, raw water is passed through a porous material that separates contaminants from the water. Filters are typically constructed of fabric, special media or ceramic. In order to achieve acceptable levels of removal of Giardia and Cryptosporidium, filters must meet the specifications of NSF Standard

53. If a filter meets this standard, it should be indicated on the label or in the manufacturer’s specifications.

Disinfection is done after filtration to inactivate any microorganisms, such as bacteria and viruses, which are too small to be removed by filtration. Chlorine is the most widely used disinfectant for water treatment. Liquid chlorine is available for drinking water uses at a concentration of about 5.25% available chlorine. The table below shows the proper amount of liquid chlorine to use to disinfect small volumes of drinking water.

Dosage for 5.25% - 6% Liquid Chlorine

Gallons of Water 5 10 20 30 40 50 Clear Water ¼ tsp. ½ tsp. ¾ tsp. 1 tsp. 1 ¼ tsp. 1 ½ tsp.

Cloudy Water ½ tsp. 1 tsp. 1½ tsp. 2 tsp. 2 ½ tsp. 3 tsp.

Chlorine needs to be in contact with the water for at least two hours to kill Giardia cysts. It is advisable to have at least two containers to ensure that the potable water is meeting adequate contact times.

Water Treatment by Boiling Boiling is the simplest method of water treatment. Boiling water, at a rolling boil, for two minutes is adequate to kill bacteria, viruses, and protozoa.

Water Storage After treatment, it is important that drinking water be stored in sanitary containers to prevent contamination. All containers should be properly washed and sanitized.

Latrine Covered toilet facilities with toilet paper shall be provided. Follow these steps to establish the camp toilet facility:

Decide where to locate the pit privy.

Find a site where the groundwater table is deep enough to ensure a 4-foot minimum vertical separation

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Seward Ranger District Trail Brushing between the bottom of the pit and the groundwater.

Locate the pit privy in an area where the water will drain away from the pit. Make sure the pit is in an area that is not subject to flooding.

The pit privy must meet the following minimum separation distances (setbacks).

Minimum Required Separation Distances 100 feet Surface water, streams, wetlands, sloughs and swamps 20 feet Any structure 4 feet Vertical distance between the bottom of the pit privy and seasonal high groundwater table

Dig the pit.

Dig a pit deep enough to provide capacity for the amount of waste anticipated. When sizing the pit, include the estimated amount of ash from burnable solid waste if you intend to dispose of the ash in the pit privy.

As noted above, dig the pit so that the bottom of the pit is at least 4 feet above the groundwater table to prevent flooding of the pit and provide adequate treatment of the waste.

Construct the pit to prevent cave-ins. If necessary, cribbing can be used to shore up the sides of the pit.

Cribbing should fit firmly against the earthen walls on all sides. Cribbing should descend the full depth of the pit and rise flush with the ground level. Use only untreated lumber for the cribbing.

Construct the pit so water drains away from the opening and not into the pit. Use the excavated soil to berm up around the pit.

Construct the privy.

There need not be a “house” associated with a pit privy as long as the opening of the pit is protected from rain and snow. This prevents the pit from filling with extra liquids.

There must be a covering over the pit that prevents insects, vermin (voles, shrews, etc.) and other animals from entering the pit. A bench must be constructed over the pit that has a closing lid. If you use a commercial toilet seat, remove the knobs from the underside of the seat and seal the toilet seat to the bench.

Use durable and cleanable materials. Painted or stained wood surfaces are acceptable.

If you construct a structure that includes ventilation, screening with openings no greater than 1/16 inch should be used to cover the vent opening.

Insure that all possible accesses into the pit are sealed to prevent small insects from entering the pit.

Operate the pit properly.

Use lime to control odors. Apply as frequently as needed.

Use extreme caution when working with strong disinfectants such as lime. Be careful to not spill the lime or allow it to remain on the seat of the privy. Lime may cause chemical burns to the skin.

Do not dump graywater, garbage, oil, hazardous substances, toxic waste, or un-burned solid waste into a

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Seward Ranger District Trail Brushing pit privy.

Ash from burnable solid waste can be dumped into a pit privy.

Abandon the pit privy properly when permanently closing down your camp or when the pit becomes full.

It is full when solids are two feet from the ground level.

Remove any structure erected over the pit.

Apply lime to the pit.

Cover with a minimum of 2 feet of compacted soil.

Contour the soil so there is a mound that will ensure drainage away from the pit and to allow of settling of the soil.

Mark the pit location so that future camp operators avoid digging a new pit into a previously abandoned pit.

Solid Human Waste (feces) outside of the camp toilet facilities shall be disposed of by either digging a “cathole” or packing back to camp for disposal. A “cathole” is a hole dug in the ground to bury solid waste. “Catholes” shall be dug 6- to 8-inches deep and a minimum of 100 feet away from water, trails and campsites.

Personal Hygiene Handwashing and hot water shower facilities shall be provided.

Laundry A laundry tray or tub for every 30 workers shall be provided or transportation, at least weekly, to a commercial laundromat shall be provided for all workers.

Store flammable liquids in accordance with applicable state and federal regulations. The contractor shall submit a plan to transport, store and transfer flammable liquids. In addition, the flammable liquids storage site shall:

Have secondary containment that is covered to keep rain out. Canopy or roof walls and supports must not restrict more than 25 percent (25%) of the perimeter of the storage area to allow fumes to dissipate.

Be at least 50 feet from other facilities and vehicles.

Have a NO SMOKING sign posted.

Store empty flammable liquid containers as if they still contain a flammable liquid.

All containers shall be sound and tightly closed at all times.

All drums and portable tanks shall be properly labeled.

The campsite should be dispersed, as reasonably as possible, in accordance with the attached U.S. Forest Service, Alaska Region 10, Labor Camp Layout Illustration. Compliance with distances of dispersion will reduce hazards and comply with applicable laws and regulation. Additionally, the campsite shall not encroach beyond the boundaries designated by the Forest Service. No camp area shall be located within 100 feet of any open water (lake, stream, pond, etc.).

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Seward Ranger District Trail Brushing Upon abandonment, termination, revocation or cancellation the contractor shall remove within ten (10) days all structures and improvements, except those owned by the United States, and restore the site. If the contractor fails to remove all structures or improvements within the ten (10) calendar days, they shall become the property of the United States; however, that will not relieve the contractor of liability for the cost of the removal and restoration of the site.

The camping area may be accessed by the public, other contractors or Government employees.

Disorderly conduct is not permitted.

The campsite shall have a clean appearance at all times and in a condition that will not attract bears or other animals. Open burning of solid waste (excluding rubber products, plastics, oils, oily wastes, and contaminated oil cleanup materials), to prevent animal attraction and to reduce the volume of the waste is allowed as long as the activity does not threaten the safety of persons or property, or violate air quality standards.

Basic first aid supplies shall be maintained, available and under the charge of a person trained to administer first aid. Each campsite is required to carry an emergency trauma kit.

The contractor shall take all reasonable precautions to prevent and suppress forest fires. No material shall be disposed of by burning in open fires during the closed season established by law or regulation without a written permit from the Forest Service. The contractor must comply with the following fire regulations:

A shovel, axe or pulaski, 10-quart pail which is full of water for immediate use, and a fire extinguisher with an Underwriters Laboratory (UL) rating of at least 5:BC are required during the fire season.

All fire rings or outside fireplaces will be approved by a Forest Service representative. The area will be cleared down to the mineral soil for a distance of one (1) foot outside of the ring and it will not have any overhanging material. Fire rings will be dismantled and the material dispersed prior to leaving the site.

All generators and other internal combustion engines will be equipped with Forest Service approved spark arresters and/or factory-designed muffler and exhaust system in good working order. They will be located in a cleared area with the same requirements as in (b).

Pets will not be allowed to interfere with Forest Service officials or other Forest Users. The contractor is responsible for all dogs or other pets located at the work site or at the camp location. The contractor is responsible for keeping all pets from running loose and harassing, killing, or molesting wildlife.

This direction also supplements Code of Federal Regulation 29 (CFR) 1910.142, Title: Temporary Labor Camps, which is the governing direction for temporary labor camp standards.

Any violation of these conditions may result in revocation of camping approval. The Forest Service reserves the right to terminate this permit at any time.

The following is added to Attachments:

Camp Permit

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United States of America Forest Service, Alaska Region 10

1. PERMISSION is hereby granted to (Contractor's Name) , to camp on the Forest Service, Alaska Region 10 lands at: ________________________________________________________ (name of location for the specific camping area. Attach map/photo of camp location to this permit), for sole performing Contract xxxxxx,. The approved permit must be clearly posted in the camp.

2. Campsite will be occupied beginning on or after:

_______________________________________________(Date) and terminating on ___

3. District Ranger 4. Date

5. Contractor 6. Date

(a)

Attachments:

1. U.S. Forest Service, Alaska Region 10, Labor Camp Layout Illustration

2. U.S. Forest Service, Alaska Region 10, Labor Camp Potential Water Supply System

References:

1. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), A Guide to Drinking Water Treatment and Sanitation for Backcountry & Travel Use, at http://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/drinking/travel/backcountry_water_treatment.html.

2. Code of Federal Regulation 29 (CFR) 1910.142, Title: Temporary Labor Camps, United States Department of Labor, Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) website at:

https://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owadisp.show_document?p_table=STANDARDS&p_id=9791 http://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/drinking/travel/backcountry_water_treatment.html https://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owadisp.show_document?p_table=STANDARDS&p_id=9791

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U.S. Forest Service, Alaska Region 10, Forestry Worker Camp Layout Illustration

7. Note 1 - The 100 feet minimum distance is not required if the sleeping facility is hard sided, such as travel trailer or motor home.

8. Note 2 - Distances can be reduced if size of camping area is too small to accommodate recommended distances.

100 feet minimum see Note 1

Water Production and Storage

Area

S l o p e o f

G r o u n d a n d

F l

Sleeping Area

Toilet Facility

Food Preparation, Serving and

Storage Location (Kitchen)

Hand Wash and Shower Site

100 feet minimum

Fuel Storage Location

100 feet minimum

100 feet minimum

100 feet minimum

50 feet minimum

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Sample Forestry Worker Camp Water Supply System

Water Pump

Water Source

Screened Inlet

Primary

Filter

Secondary

Filter

Final, one micro53 or 58 cyst n, NSF 53 or 58 cyst removal filter

Pump

Container Fill Point

Shower

Hot

Heater

Hand Wash

Station

Water ready for drinking, cooking, washing dishes, brushing teeth etc

Chlorine disinfectant at a concentration of about 5 25%