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EAGLE CAP WILDERNESS TRAILS MAINTENANCE

RECOVERY PROJECT

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DOCUMENT Page

0. SF-1449 – COVER PAGE 1-2

0. TABLE OF CONTENTS 3

0. SCHEDULE OF ITEMS 4-11

0. STATEMENT OF WORK 12-35

0. FAR 52.212-4 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS 36-39

– COMMERCIAL ITEMS

0. ADDEDUM TO FAR 52.212-4 SPECIAL CONTRACT CLAUSES 40-47

AND ARRA CLAUSES

0. FAR 52.212-5 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS 48-52

TO IMPLEMENT STATUTES AND EXECUTIVE ORDERS

LIST OF ATTACHMENTS (Provided as a separate electronic document):

0. CONTRACT ATTACHMENTS (SEVEN PROJECTS – MULTIPLE AWARD)

INSTRUCTIONS – (Provided as part of Electronic Bid Packet)

0. FAR 52.212-1 – INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS-

COMMERCIAL ITEMS

0. ADDEDUM TO FAR 52.212-1 FORMS/ INSTRUCTIONS

0. FAR 52.212-2 – EVALUATION OF OFFERORS

0. FAR 52.212-3 OFFEROR REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS –COMMERCIAL ITEMS

0. FAR 52.212-5 FACSIMILE OFFERS

HELLS CANYON NRA TRAILS MAINTENANCE

STATEMENT OF WORK

1. SCOPE OF CONTRACT

The purpose of this contract is to perform routine maintenance on trails within the Hells Canyon National Recreation Area of the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest. The project area is composed of 8 line items, each of which will be awarded to a single offeror. Contractors may be awarded multiple items. Successful offerors shall complete all sub-items of each item awarded. Sub-items A-C include work that shall be completed in 2010 while sub-item D is an optional line item that may be awarded depending on the availability of funds. If sub-item D is awarded, the work shall be accomplished in 2011.

Wilderness line items include work within the Hells Canyon National Recreation Area and shall be limited to non-motorized tools (crosscut saws, loppers, etc.). Motorized equipment shall not be permitted in these areas. Group size is limited to 8 people and 16 head of stock.

Non-wilderness line items are located within non-motorized travel zones. Motorized vehicles (ATVs, etc.) are prohibited; however, motorized equipment (chainsaws, hedge trimmers, etc.) will be allowed.

Trail maintenance activities have been broken into four categories listed below. Detailed specifications are listed under Project Location and Description.

A. 2010 Light to Moderate Logout & Maintenance shall include clearing of up to 40 downed and leaning trees exceeding 6” diameter per mile; cleaning existing drainage structures (waterbars, turnpikes, culverts, ditches, and etc.) and clearing rocks and woody debris from trail beds.

B. 2010 Heavy Logout & Maintenance shall include clearing in excess of 40 downed and leaning trees exceeding 6” diameter per mile; cleaning existing drainage structures (waterbars, turnpikes, culverts, ditches and etc.) and clearing rocks and woody debris from trail beds.

C. 2010 Brushing shall include removal of all brush, trees, and shrubs less than 4 inches in diameter within the clearing limits.

D. 2011 Logout & Maintenance (Option Item) shall include clearing in excess of 40 downed and leaning trees exceeding 6” diameter per mile; cleaning existing drainage structures (waterbars, turnpikes, culverts, ditches and etc.) and clearing rocks and woody debris from trail beds.

The Contractor shall furnish all labor, supervision, equipment, transportation, materials, supplies, and incidentals in order to perform trail maintenance. The Contractor will be required to comply with all applicable rules and regulations pertaining to activities on the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest (Attachment 2), Minimum Impact Camping Techniques (Attachment 3), and attached specifications, and terms and conditions.

2. PROJECT LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION

This project area is located in the Hells Canyon National Recreation Area of Northeast Oregon. Trails range between approximately 1500’ and 6500’ in elevation and seasonal snowfall is the primary factor affecting accessibility to the area. Lower elevations typically remain snow-year-round; however higher elevations may remain closed until early-July. Access to area trails is limited, with only a handful of trailheads. Summer conditions are often hot and dry, with limited access to water sources. Rattlesnakes and poison ivy are commonly found along area trails.

The Vicinity Map (Attachment 1) identifies the general location of the project area. All trails are located in the Hells Canyon National Recreation Area in Northeast Oregon. A variety of trail conditions exist within the area with downfall ranging from light to heavy and generally light to moderate brushing. Drainage structures typically do not exceed 20 per mile. A detailed list of items, sub items and miles are included below. Project maps are included in the separate attachments.

See below for specific access, location and description information for each vicinity.

Item 1: Somers Vicinity (May 1 – September 13): SEE ATTACHMENT #4 The Somers vicinity can be accessed by taking State Highway #350 from Joseph, Oregon approximately 30 miles to Imnaha. At the town of Imnaha, take Forest Road #4240 and travel 26 miles on the Hat Point Road to Warnock Corral. From Warnock Corral it is approximately 10 miles to trails #1767 and #1759, and 13 miles to the intersections for trails #1750 and #1770B. Trail #1735B can be accessed from an intersection with trail #1750. Trail #1770 can be accessed from an intersection with trail #1770A. Trail #1770A is not safe for pack stock. Forest Road #4240 is closed 3 days prior to archery season from Warnock Corral to Lord Flat.

Item 1.1 Lone Pine Bench-B Trail #1735B (1.8 miles total) (Wilderness)

Description: Trail has intermittent timbered/brushy hillsides, with grassy slopes. It was last maintained in 2008. Expect light to moderate downfall and brush. This trail is typically accessible by 5/1.

Sub-item1.d: 2011 Logout & Maintenance (1.8 Miles) (Option Item)

1.8 miles of the Lone Pine Bench B Trail will be maintained in 2010. The level of downfall will vary along the length of the trail for 2011. This trail is typically accessible by 5/1.

Item 1.2 Glasseye Trail #1750 (3.7 miles total) (Wilderness)

Description: The upper portion leaving Lord Flat is mostly timbered until breaking off of Deep Creek Ridge. The remainder of the trail is intermittent timber and open slopes. Maintenance was last performed in 2008. This trail is typically accessible by 5/1.

Sub-item 1.2d: 2011 Logout & Maintenance (3.7 Miles) (OptionItem)

3.7 miles of the Glasseye Trail will be maintained in 2010. The level of downfall will vary along the length of the trail for 2011. This trail is typically accessible by 5/1.

Item 1.3 Somers Creek Trail #1770 (4.0 miles total) (Wilderness)

Description: Somers Creek was burned over in 2005. Trail is a north facing drainage. Expect large timber and for the trail tread to be over grown in places or degraded. Be advised that getting cut logs moved from within clearing limits may take special consideration and tools. It was flagged in October 2009. Trail was last maintained in 2004. This trail is typically accessible by 7/1.

Sub-item 1.3d: 2011 Logout & Maintenance (4.0 Miles) (Option Item)

4.0 miles of the Somers Creek Trail will be maintained in 2010. The level of downfall will vary along the length of the trail for 2011. This trail is typically accessible by 7/1.

Item 1.4 Old Somers Creek-A Trail #1770A (1.5 miles total) (Wilderness)

Description: Trail was burned over in 2005. Expect light to moderate downfall and intermittent brush. 80% of trail was logged out in 2009 and flagged at that time. This trail is typically accessible by 7/1.

Sub-item 1.4d: 2011 Logout & Maintenance (1.5 Miles) (Option Item)

1.5 miles of the Old Somers Creek-A Trail will be maintained in 2010. The level of downfall will vary along the length of the trail for 2011. This trail is typically accessible by 7/1.

Item 1.5 Old Somers Creek-B Trail #1770B (1.5 miles total) (Wilderness)

Description: Mostly timbered. Expect light to moderate downfall. Trail was last maintained in 2009. This trail is typically accessible by 7/1.

Sub-item 1.5d: 2011 Logout & Maintenance (1.5 Miles) (Option Item)

1.48 miles of the Old Somers Creek-B Trail will be maintained in 2010. The level of downfall will vary along the length of the trail for 2011. This trail is typically accessible by 7/1.

Item 1.6 Mike’s Cabin Trail #1759E (2.0 miles total) (Non-wilderness)

Description This trail is outside of wilderness. Chainsaw use is allowed. Last maintained in 2007, but passable. Mostly timbered, expect light brush. This trail is typically accessible by 7/1.

Sub-item 1.6d: 2011 Logout & Maintenance (2.0 Miles) (Option Item)

2.0 miles of the Mike’s Cabin Trail will be maintained in 2010. The level of downfall will vary along the length of the trail for 2011. This trail is typically accessible by 7/1.

Item 1.7 Kneeland Trail #1767 (2.7 miles total) (Non-wilderness)

Description: This portion of trail to Trail #1770 (Somers Creek) is outside of wilderness, chainsaw use is allowed. Intermittent timber and light brush. It was last maintained in 2009. This trail is typically accessible by 7/1.

Sub-item 1.7d: 2011 Logout & Maintenance (2.7 Miles) (Option Item)

2.7 miles of the Kneeland Trail will be maintained in 2010. The level of downfall will vary along the length of the trail for 2011. This trail is typically accessible by 7/1.

Item 2: Cold Springs Vicinity (June 1 – September 13): SEE ATTACHMENT#5 The central portion of the Cold Springs Vicinity can be accessed by taking State Highway #82 east from Enterprise, and going approximately 4 miles. Turn left at the junction of the Crow Creek Road and drive approximately 6 miles to the Zumwalt Road. Follow the Zumwalt Road (which turns into Forest Road #46) approximately 30 miles. Turn onto Forest Road #780 toward Buckhorn Lookout and then onto Forest Road #788. Travel on Forest Road #788 for approximately 5 miles to trail #1719 (Old Man Creek Trail).

The southern portion of the Cold Springs Vicinity can be accessed by following the above directions. Trail #1698 (Corral Creek Trail) can be accessed at the intersection of the #46 Road and the trailhead.

The northern portion of the Cold Springs Vicinity can be accessed by following the above directions. By continuing on the #46 Road to its intersection with Forest Road #4680, Frog Pond Trailhead and trails #1704, 1708, 1696, 1697 are accessible. From Forest Road #4680, it is approximately 5 miles to the Frog Pond Trailhead.

Item 2.1 Old Man Creek Trail #1719 (4.0 miles total) (Non-wilderness)

Description: The full length of this trail was burned over in 2005. It has not been maintained in recent years. It was last logged out in 2004. Expect moderate to heavy downfall and moderate to heavy brushing on 75% of the trail. There are few trees left standing. This trail is typically accessible by 6/1.

Sub-item 2.1d: 2011 Logout & Maintenance (4.0 Miles) (Option Item)

4.0 miles of the Old Man Creek Trail will be maintained in 2010. The level of downfall will vary along the length of the trail for 2011. This trail is typically accessible by 6/1.

Item 2.2 Corral Creek Trail #1698 (6.1 miles total) (Non-wilderness)

Description: Recently maintained by permittee. Expect some cut timber within the clearing specifications and expect moderate brushing. The lower sections of trail are accessed from private ground on the Imnaha. This trail is typically accessible by 6/1.

Sub-item 2.2d: 2011 Logout & Maintenance (6.1 Miles) (Option Item)

6.1 miles of the Corral Creek Trail will be maintained in 2010. The level of downfall will vary along the length of the trail for 2011. This trail is typically accessible by 6/1.

Item 2.3 Dry Creek Trail #1704 (5.0 miles total) (Non-wilderness)

Description: Trail was last logged out in 2005. Expect light to moderate downfall and brushing. This trail is typically accessible by 6/1.

Sub-item 2.3d: 2011 Logout & Maintenance (5.0 Miles) (Option Item)

5.0 miles of the Dry Creek Trail will be maintained in 2010. The level of downfall will vary along the length of the trail for 2011. This trail is typically accessible by 6/1.

Item 2.4 Deadhorse Trail #1708 (2.4 miles total) (Non-wilderness)

Description: Trail has not been maintained in recent years. Minimal logout last performed by hunters and permittee. Expect moderate to heavy downfall and brush. This trail is typically accessible by 6/1.

Sub-item 2.4d: 2011 Logout & Maintenance (2.4 Miles) (Option Item)

2.4 miles of the Deadhorse Trail will be maintained in 2010. The level of downfall will vary along the length of the trail for 2011. This trail is typically accessible by 6/1.

Item 2.5 Cottonwood Trail #1696 (3.3 miles total) (Non-wilderness)

Description: Not maintained in recent years. Minimal maintenance performed by hunters and permittee. Expect heavy downfall and brush. This trail is typically accessible by 6/1.

Sub-item 2.5d: 2011 Logout & Maintenance (3.3 Miles) (Optional Item)

3.3 miles of the Cottonwood Trail will be maintained in 2010. The level of downfall will vary along the length of the trail for 2011. This trail is typically accessible by 6/1.

Item 2.6 Cook Creek Trail #1697 (8.3 miles total) (Non-wilderness)

Description: The upper portion of this trail was burned over in 2005, the full length of this trail was burned over in 1999. It has not been maintained in recent years. Trail was last logged out in 2004. There are few trees left standing. This trail is typically accessible by 6/1.

Sub-item 2.6d: 2011 Logout & Maintenance (8.3 Miles) (Option Item)

8.3 miles of the Cook Creek Trail will be maintained in 2010. The level of downfall will vary along the length of the trail for 2011. This trail is typically accessible by 6/1.

Item 3: Freezeout Vicinity (June 1 – September 13): SEE ATTACHMENT #6 The Freezeout Vicinity can be accessed by taking State Highway #350 from Joseph, Oregon approximately 30 miles to Imnaha, Oregon. At the town of Imnaha, turn right onto Country road #727 and travel approximately 12 miles to Forest Road #4230 and travel 3 miles to the Freezeout Trailhead. Trails #1761, 1763, and 1757 can be accessed from intersections with trail #1749.

Item 3.1 Freezeout Trail #1749 (4.2 miles total) (Non-wilderness)

Description: Trail last logged out in 2005. Expect light to moderate downfall with trees in the 20 inch range. Expect light to moderate brushing. This trail is typically accessible by 6/1.

Sub-item 3.1d: 2011 Logout & Maintenance (4.2 Miles) (Option Item)

4.2 miles of the Freezeout Trail will be maintained in 2010. The level of downfall will vary along the length of the trail for 2011. This trail is typically accessible by 6/1.

Item 3.2 Morgan Ridge Trail #1761 (6.5 miles total) (Non-wilderness)

Description: Trail not maintained in recent years. Light to moderate brushing and downfall. Intermittently timbered ridge. This trail is typically accessible by 6/1.

Sub-item 3.2d: 2011 Logout & Maintenance (6.5 Miles) (Option Item)

6.5 miles of the Morgan Ridge Trail will be maintained in 2010. The level of downfall will vary along the length of the trail for 2011. This trail is typically accessible by 6/1.

Item 3.3 Mark’s Cabin Trail #1763 (1.7 miles total) (Non-wilderness)

Description: Expect moderate downfall and light brushing. This trail is typically accessible by 6/1.

Sub-item 3.2d: 2011 Logout & Maintenance (1.7 Miles) (Option Item)

1.7 miles of the Mark’s Cabin Trail will be maintained in 2010. The level of downfall will vary along the length of the trail for 2011. This trail is typically accessible by 6/1.

Item 3.4 Long Ridge Trail #1757 (5.0 miles total) (Non-wilderness)

Description: Trail not maintained in recent years. Expect moderate to heavy brushing and downfall. Trail flagged in October 2009. This trail is typically accessible by 6/1.

Sub-item 3.4d: 2011 Logout & Maintenance (5.0 Miles) (Option Item)

5.0 miles of the Long Ridge Trail will be maintained in 2010. The level of downfall will vary along the length of the trail for 2011. This trail is typically accessible by 6/1.

Item 4: Lookout Vicinity (May 1 – September 13):SEE ATTACHMENT #7 The Lookout vicinity can be accessed by taking State Highway #350 from Joseph, Oregon approximately 30 miles to Imnaha. At the town of Imnaha, turn left onto paved Country Road #735, which turns into, Forest Road #4260. Trails #1701 and #1736 are approximately 35 miles from Imnaha, and can be accessed from trail #1726 (Snake River Trail). Trails #1735, 1735A, 1737 can be accessed from intersections on trail #1736, or further along Forest Road #4260.

Item 4.1 Cat Creek Trail #1701 (6.0 miles total) (Wilderness)

Description: Not maintained in recent years. Intermittent downfall and brush. This trail is typically accessible by 5/1.

Sub-item 4.1d: 2011 Logout & Maintenance (6.0 Miles) (Option Item)

6.0 miles of the Cat Creek Trail will be maintained in 2010. The level of downfall will vary along the length of the trail for 2011. This trail is typically accessible by 5/1.

Item 4.2 Lookout Bench Trail #1736 (3.7 miles total) (Wilderness)

Description: Not maintained in recent years. Expect moderate to heavy downfall in timbered areas intermittent timber and brush. This trail is typically accessible by 5/1.

Sub-item 4.2d: 2011 Logout & Maintenance (3.7 Miles) (Option Item)

3.7 miles of the Lookout Bench Trail will be maintained in 2010. The level of downfall will vary along the length of the trail for 2011. This trail is typically accessible by 5/1.

Item 4.3 Lone Pine Bench Trail #1735 (1.0 miles total) (Wilderness)

Description: Not maintained in recent years. Light downfall and brush. This trail is typically accessible by 5/1.

Sub-item 4.4d: 2011 Logout & Maintenance (1.0 Mile) (Option Item)

1.0 mile of the Lone Pine Bench Trail will be maintained in 2010. The level of downfall will vary along the length of the trail for 2011. This trail is typically accessible by 5/1.

Item 4.4 Lone Pine Bench-A Trail #1735A (4.0 miles total) (Wilderness)

Description: Not maintained in recent years. Intermittent timber and brush. Expect moderate downfall and brush in drainages. This trail is typically accessible by 5/1.

Sub-item 4.4d: 2011 Logout & Maintenance (4.0 Miles) (Option Item)

4.0 miles of the Lone Pine Bench-A Trail will be maintained in 2010. The level of downfall will vary along the length of the trail for 2011. This trail is typically accessible by 5/1.

Item 4.5 Lookout Trail #1737 (2.0 miles total) (Wilderness)

Description: Not maintained in recent years. Expect moderate downfall, and moderate to heavy brush in drainages. This trail is typically accessible by 5/1.

Sub-item 4.5d: 2011 Logout & Maintenance (2.0 Miles) (Option Item)

2.0 miles of the Lookout Trail will be maintained in 2010. The level of downfall will vary along the length of the trail for 2011. This trail is typically accessible by 5/1.

Item 5: Lightning Creek Vicinity (May 15 – September 13): SEE ATTACHMENT #8 The northern portion of the Lightning Creek Vicinity can be accessed by taking State Highway #350 from Joseph, Oregon approximately 30 miles to Imnaha. At the town of Imnaha, turn left onto paved County Road #735, which turns into Forest Road #4260. Cow Creek Bridge is approximately 14 miles from the beginning of the dirt surface. The trailhead is located on the left side of the road as you approach the Cow Creek Bridge. From the Cow Creek trailhead, take the private road (typically accessed as trail #1717) to access trials #1717, 1782, and 1694.

The southern portion of the Lightning Creek Vicinity can be accessed by taking State Highway #350 from Joseph, Oregon approximately 30 miles to Imnaha. At the town of Imnaha, take Forest Road #4240 and travel 26 miles on the Hat Point Road to Warnock Corral. From Warnock Corral it is approximately 2 miles to trail #1772 and 3 miles to trail #1782. Trail #1745C can be accessed from intersections with trails #1772 and #1782.

Item 5.1 Butcher Knife Trail #1694 (5.0 miles total) (Non-wilderness)

Description: Not maintained in recent years. Expect intermittent timber and brush and moderate downfall and brush in drainages. This trail is typically accessible by 6/1.

Sub-item 5.1d: 2011 Logout & Maintenance (5.0 Miles) (Option Item)

5.0 miles of the Butcher Knife Trail will be maintained in 2010. The level of downfall will vary along the length of the trail for 2011. This trail is typically accessible by 6/1.

Item 5.2 Lightning Creek Trail #1717 (4.0 miles total) (Non-wilderness)

Description: Not maintained in recent years. Expect moderate to heavy downfall and brush on full length of trail. Larger trees can be expected. This trail is typically accessible by 5/15.

Sub-item 5.2d: 2011 Logout & Maintenance (4.0 Miles) (Option Item)

4.0 miles of the Lightning Creek Trail will be maintained in 2010. The level of downfall will vary along the length of the trail for 2011. This trail is typically accessible by 5/15.

Item 5.3 Medicine Trail #1772 (13.0 miles total) (Non-wilderness)

Description: Not maintained in recent years. Expect intermittent timber and brush and moderate to heavy brush and downfall in Norths and drainages. This trail is typically accessible by 5/15.

Sub-item 5.3d: 2011 Logout & Maintenance (13.0 Miles) (Option Item)

13.0 miles of the Medicine Trail will be maintained in 2010. The level of downfall will vary along the length of the trail for 2011. This trail is typically accessible by 5/15.

Item 5.4 Windy Ridge Trail #1782 (15.0 miles total) (Non-wilderness)

Description: Last maintained in 2004. Expect intermittent timber and brush. Large portion of trail is open ridge top. This trail is typically accessible by 5/15.

Sub-item 5.4d: 2011 Logout & Maintenance (15.0 Miles) (Option Item)

15.0 miles of the Windy Ridge Trail will be maintained in 2010. The level of downfall will vary along the length of the trail for 2011. This trail is typically accessible by 5/15.

Item 5.5 Catch 1 Two-C Trail #1745C (2.25 miles total) (Non-wilderness)

Description: Not maintained in recent years. Trail has been logged out minimally by outfitter. Expect intermittent timber and brush and moderate timber and brush in drainages. This trail is typically accessible by 7/1.

Sub-item 5.5d: 2011 Logout & Maintenance (2.3 Miles) (Option Item)

2.3 miles of the Catch 1 Two Trail will be maintained in 2010. The level of downfall will vary along the length of the trail for 2011. This trail is typically accessible by 7/1.

Item 6: Cow Creek Vicinity (June 1 – September 13):SEE ATTACHMENT #9 The Cow Creek Vicinity can be accessed by taking State Highway #350 from Joseph, Oregon approximately 30 miles to Imnaha. At the town of Imnaha, turn left onto paved County Road #735, which turns into Forest Road #4260. Cow Creek Bridge is approximately 14 miles from the beginning of the dirt surface. The trailhead is located on the left side of the road as you approach the Cow Creek bridge. From the Cow Creek trailhead, trail #1699 will intersect with trails #1790 and #1718. Trails #1740, 1747A, 1747, 1760, 1783, 1764, and 1759 can be accessed from intersections along trail #1790.

Trails #1764, 1783, 1760, 1759, 1740, 1747A, and 1747 may be better accessed through Forest Road #4240, by taking State Highway #350 from Joseph, Oregon approximately 30 miles to Imnaha. At the town of Imnaha, take Forest Road #4240 and travel 26 miles on the Hat Point Road to Warnock Corral. From Warnock Corral, it is approximately 7 miles to trails #1760 and #1664.

Item 6.1 Winter’s Gulch Trail #1718 (1.3 miles total) (Non-wilderness)

Description: Last logged out by hunters and volunteers in 2008. Open slope with rock and drainage work moderate. This trail is typically accessible by 6/1.

Sub-item 6.1d: 2011 Logout & Maintenance (1.3 Miles) (Option Item)

1.3 miles of the Winter’s Gulch Trail will be maintained in 2010. The level of downfall will vary along the length of the trail for 2011. This trail is typically accessible by 6/1.

Item 6.2 Upper Cow Trail #1790 (7.5 miles total) (Non-wilderness)

Description: Last logged out in 2004. Logout and brushing expected to be moderate over length of trail. This trail is typically accessible by 6/1.

Sub-item 6.2d: 2011 Logout & Maintenance (7.5 Miles) (Option Item)

7.5 miles of the Upper Cow Trail will be maintained in 2010. The level of downfall will vary along the length of the trail for 2011. This trail is typically accessible by 6/1.

Item 6.3 Fizzle Out Trail #1740 (2.2 miles total) (Non-wilderness)