AG-0489-S-10-0346_george-trail.pdf

SOLICITATION, OFFER,

AND AWARD

2. TYPE OF SOLICITATION

6. PROJECT NO. 4. CONTRACT NO. 5. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUEST NO.

PAGE OF PAGES

7. ISSUED BY CODE 8. ADDRESS OFFER TO

SOLICITATION

(Construction, Alteration, or Repair)

1. SOLICITATION NO. 3. DATE ISSUED

IMPORTANT -- The "offer" section on the reverse must be fully completed by offeror.

9.

INFORMATION

a. NAME b. TELEPHONE NO. (Include area code) (NO COLLECT CALLS)

NOTE: In sealed bid solicitations "offer" and "offeror" mean "bid" and "bidder."

CALL:

FOR

SEALED BID (IFB)

NEGOTIATED (RFP)

377701

US FOREST SERVICE

EROC NORTHWEST

16400 CHAMPION WAY

SANDY OR 97055

USDA FOREST SERVICE

EROC NORTHWEST

16400 CHAMPION WAY

SANDY, OR 97055

TONYA RYMER 503-668-1703

1x 03/18/2010

AG-0489-S-10-0346

10. THE GOVERNMENT REQUIRES PERFORMANCE OF THE WORK DESCRIBED IN THESE DOCUMENTS (Title, identifying no., date)

TAS::12 1102::TAS RECOVERY George Island Trail Reconstruction

This solicitation is issued under the provisions of the American Recovery and

Reinvestment Act of 2009.

NOTE:

(1) Bid bonds must be original and received by time of solicitation closing.

(2) This is a Competitive HUB-Zone Set-Aside procurement. All eligible and responsible HUB-Zone sources may submit an offer. Any questions about HUB-Zone eligibility should be directed to the Offeror's cognizant Small Business

Administration office.

11. The Contractor shall begin performance

12a. THE CONTRACTOR MUST FURNISH ANY REQUIRED PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT BONDS?

award, notice to proceed. The performance period is mandatory negotiable. (See ________________________________________________.)

13. ADDITIONAL SOLICITATION REQUIREMENTS:

a. Sealed offers in original and is not required.is, b. An offer guarantee

c. All offers are subject to the (1) work requirements, and (2) other provisions and clauses incorporated in the solicitation in full text or by reference.

(date). If this is a sealed bid solicitation, offers will be publicly opened at that time. Sealed envelopes containing offers shall be marked to show the offeror's name and address, the solicitation number, and the date and time offers are due.

d. Offers providing less than

12b. CALENDAR DAYSYES NO

(If "YES", indicate within how many calendar days after award in Item 12b.)

10 180 calendar days and complete it within ________________ ________________ calendar days after receiving

Section F.2

04/16/2010

NSN 7540-01-155-3212

x x x x copies to perform the work required are due at the place specified in Item 8 by _____________ ___________________ (hour) local time calendar days for Government acceptance after the date offers are due will not be considered and will be rejected. _________________

STANDARD FORM 1442 (Rev. 4-85)

Prescribed by GSA

FAR(48 CFR) 53.236-1(d)

17. The offeror agrees to perform the work required at the prices specified below in strict accordance with the terms of this solicitation, if this offer is accepted by the Government in writing within ____________________ calendar days after the date offers are due. (Insert any number equal to or greater than the minimum requirement stated in item 13d. Failure to insert any number means the offeror accepts the minimum in item 13d.)

14. NAME AND ADDRESS OF OFFEROR (Include ZIP Code) 15. TELEPHONE NO. (Include area code)

16. REMITTANCE ADDRESS (Include only if different than item 14.)

CODE FACILITY CODE

AMOUNTS

18. The offeror agrees to furnish any required performance and payment bonds.

19. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF AMENDMENTS

OFFER (Must be fully completed by offeror)

(The offeror acknowledges receipt of amendments to the solicitation -- give number and date of each)

AMENDMENT NO.

DATE.

20a. NAME AND TITLE OF PERSON AUTHORIZED TO SIGN OFFER (Type or print) 20b. SIGNATURE 20c. OFFER DATE

AWARD (To be completed by Government)

21. ITEMS ACCEPTED:

22. AMOUNT 23. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA

24. SUBMIT INVOICES TO ADDRESS SHOWN IN

(4 copies unless otherwise specified)

ITEM 25. OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION PURSUANT TO

26. ADMINISTERED BY CODE 27. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY

CONTRACTING OFFICER WILL COMPLETE ITEM 28 OR 29 AS APPLICABLE

(Contractor is required to sign this document and return (Contractor is not required to sign this document.)

Your offer on this solicitation is hereby accepted as to the items listed. This award consummates the contract, which consists of (a) the Government solicitation and your offer, and (b) this contract award.

No further contractual document is necessary.

30a. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTOR OR PERSON AUTHORIZED TO SIGN (Type or print) 31a. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

30b. SIGNATURE 30c. DATE 31b. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 31c. DATE

BY

2PAGE OF

US FOREST SERVICE

EROC NORTHWEST

16400 CHAMPION WAY

SANDY OR 97055

TONYA R. RYMER

28. NEGOTIATED AGREEMENT 29. AWARD

Contractor agrees to furnish and deliver all items or perform all work requirements identified on this form and any continuation sheets for the consideration stated in this contract. The rights and obligations of the parties to this contract shall be governed by (a) this contract award, (b) the solicitation, and (c) the clauses, representations, copies to issuing office.)

10 U.S.C. 2304(c) 41 U.S.C. 253(c)

STANDARD FORM 1442 (REV. 4-85) BACK

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

GEORGE ISLAND TRAIL RECONSTRUCTION RECOVERY PROJECT

PART I – CONTRACT SPECIFICATIONS

• SECTION A -SF-1442

• SECTION B – Supplies or Services and Prices/Costs (Schedule of Items)

• SECTION C - Descriptions/Specifications/Statement of Work

• SECTION D- Packaging, Marking and Layout

• SECTION E - Inspection and Acceptance

• SECTION F - Deliveries and Performance

• SECTION G - Contract Administrative Data

• SECTION H - Special Contract Requirements

PART II – CONTRACT CLAUSES

• SECTION I - Clauses incorporated by reference

• AGAR/FSAR and SPECIAL CONTRACT CLAUSES

• ARRA Required Clauses (full text)

PART III – LIST OF DOCUMENTS,EXIBITS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS

• SECTION J – Exhibits, Attachments, and Appendices

PART IV – REPRESENTATIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS

• SECTION K – Representations, Certifications and Other Statements of Offerors or Respondents

• SECTION L – Instructions to Offeror / Notices

• SECTION M – Evaluation Factors for Award

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PART I—THE SCHEDULE

SECTION B--SUPPLIES OR SERVICES AND PRICES/COSTS

SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

George Island Trail Reconstruction Project

NOTE: Offerors must provide an offer on ALL ITEMS, INCLUDING ALL ADDITIVE ITEMS.

ITEM

NO.

DESCRIPTION Meth.of Meas.

UNIT OF

ISSUE

EST.

QTY.

UNIT PRICE TOTAL

AMOUNT

BASE BID:

941(01) Aggregate Surfacing (AS) AQ CY 123 $__________ $___________

941(02) Stone Riser Step (SRS) AQ EA 56 $__________ $___________

941(03) Stone Pitching AQ LF 135 $__________ $___________

941(04) Stone Rest Area AQ EA 2 $__________ $___________

951(01) Mobilization LS EA 1 $__________ $___________

956(01) Miscellaneous Work (MW) LS EA 1 $__________ $___________

956(02) Laborer Work AQ EA 15 $__________ $___________

956(03) Sign Post AQ EA 2 $__________ $___________

TOTAL BASE BID $___________

OPTION ITEM #1

(941(05) Aggregate Surfacing material spread on existing trail

AQ CY 20 $__________ $___________

TOTAL BASE PLUS

OPTION ITEM 1

* METHOD OF MEASUREMENT: AQ = ACTUAL QUANTITIES; DQ = DESIGNED QUANTITIES;

LSQ = LUMP SUM QUANTITIES; VQ = VEHICLE QUANTITIES

Vendor Name: Phone

Signature: Fax Address: Email City, State, Zip: TIN# Duns#

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SECTION C--DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATIONS/STATEMENT OF WORK

C.1 PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND LOCATION

(a) Description: The work is the construction/reconstruction approximately 2,900 feet of trail.

Major work items are aggregate trail surfacing, stone riser steps, stone pitching, stone rest areas, and miscellaneous work.

(b) Location and Facilities: The project site is about 35 air miles west of Hoonah, Alaska on George Island. The trailhead is located at N58d.11.839, W136d.23.988. Access is by boat or by small plane. There are no utilities onsite. The nearest community is Elfin Cove, Alaska, located 2 miles east. Pelican, Alaska is located about 25 miles south and receives periodic service from the Alaska Marine Highway ferry.

(c) Price Range: Between $100,000 and $250,000.

(d) Pre-bid Tour: None.

(e) Period of Performance: Section F, Clause 52.212-3.

(f) Government-Furnished Property: (For details see also Section H, Government Furnished Materials):

1). Timber material for the contractor’s use in the construction of the various stone and signposts.

2). 100 ea. one-half cubic yard capacity woven bags for moving materials.

C.2 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

(a) The technical specifications included in Section J are hereby made part of this solicitation and any resultant contract.

(b) The following s pecifications ( including R egion 10 S pecifications a nd S pecial P roject Specifications) are hereby made a part of this solicitation and any resultant contract:

1. FOREST SERVICE STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION AND

MAINTENANCE OF TRAILS, em-7720-103, (1996).

Copies of the Forest Service Specifications can be purchased from:

Government Books Store, 905 Second Ave. Seattle, WA 98714, (206) 553-4270.

C.3 Special Project Specifications are as follows:

Section 901—Abbreviations, Acronyms, and Terms Section 902—Definitions Section 903—Intent of Contract Section 904—Maintenance for Traffic Section 905—Control of Materials Section 906—Measurement and Payment

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Section 907—Quality Assurance and Quantity Measurement Section 911—Clearing and Grubbing Section 912—Excavation and Embankment Section 941—Aggregate and Stone Construction

Section 951—Mobilization Section 956—Miscellaneous Work

Section 901—Abbreviations, Acronyms, and Terms

901.01 Terms, Organizations, and Standards

(a) Specification Terms. These specifications are generally written in the imperative mood. In sentences using the imperative mood, the subject “the Contractor,” is implied. Also implied in this language is “shall,” “shall be,” or similar words or phrases. In material specifications, the subject may also be the supplier, fabricator, or manufacturer supplying material, products, or equipment for use on the project. Wherever “directed,” “required,” “prescribed,” or similar words are used, the “direction,” “requirement,” or “order” of the CO is intended. Similarly, wherever “approved”, “acceptable”,” suitable”, “satisfactory”, or similar words are used, they mean “approved by,” “acceptable to,” or “satisfactory to” the CO. The word “will” generally pertains to decisions or actions of the CO. Whenever in these specifications, or in other contract documents, the following terms (or pronouns in place of them) are used, the intent and meaning shall be interpreted as follows:

reference to a specific standard, test, testing method, or specification shall mean the latest published edition or amendment that is in effect at the solicitation issue date for the public works contracts.

(b) Abbreviations and Acronyms AASHTO American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials AGGR Aggregate AQ Actual Quantities AS Aggregate Surfacing ASC Aggregate Surfacing with Corduroy ASTM American Society for Testing and Material AWPA American Wood Preservers Association CL Centerline CO Contracting Officer DQ Design Quantities EA Each hr hour LF Linear Feet LS Lump Sum LSQ Lump Sum Quantities MW Miscellaneous Work NW No Work NBS National Bureau of Standards PS Product Standard issued by the U.S. Department of Commerce SHT Sheet SRS Stone Riser Steps WCLIB West Coast Lumber Inspection Bureau WWPA Western Wood Products Association

Section 902—Definitions

When the following terms, or pronouns in place of them, are used in these specifications or in other contract documents, the intent and meaning are as follows:

Backslope. The cut slope on the uphill side of the trail.

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Base Course. The layer or layers of specified material of designed thickness placed on a trailbed to support surfacing.

Batter. A backward and upward slope of the face of a wall.

Berm. The ridge of material formed on the outer edge of the trail that projects higher than the tread.

Borrow. Suitable materials taken from approved sources designated on the drawings or on the ground, to be used for embankments and backfilling.

Bridge. A structure, including supports, erected over a depression or stream, and having a deck to carry traffic.

Catch Point. The outer limits of a trailway where the excavation and/or embankment intersect with the ground line.

Clearing Limit. The area over and beside the trail that is cleared of trees, limbs, and other obstructions.

Compacted. Consolidation that is obtained by tamping or rolling suitable material until no noticeable displacement of material is observed.

Contracting Officer (CO). An official of the Government with the authority to enter into, administer, and/or terminate contracts and make related determinations and findings. The term includes certain authorized representatives of the CO acting within the limits of their authority as delegated by the CO.

Danger Tree. An unstable tree 5 inches or greater in diameter at breast height that is likely to fall across the trail.

Designated on the Ground. The location of materials, work areas, and construction items, including lines and grades, marked on the ground with stakes, flagging, tags, or paint.

Drawings. Documents showing details for construction of a facility, including but not limited to straight-line diagrams, trail logs, standard drawings, construction logs, plan and profile sheets, cross-sections, diagrams, layouts, schematics, descriptive literature, and similar materials.

Duff. Organic material overlying rock or mineral soil.

Embankment. A structure of suitable material placed on the prepared ground surface and constructed to the trailbed elevation.

Excess Excavation. Material in the trailway in excess of that needed for construction of designed trailways.

Ford. A water-level stream crossing constructed to provide a level surface for safe traffic passage.

Full Bench. Trailbed constructed entirely on undisturbed material.

Grade. The vertical distance of ascent or descent of the trail expressed as a percentage of the horizontal distance.

Header Rock. Rock laid with the narrow end towards the face of the wall.

Inslope. Where the trail tread is sloped downward toward the backslope.

Mineral Soil. Soil or aggregate that is free from organic substances and contains no particles larger than 2 inches at their greatest dimension.

Outslope. Where the trail tread is sloped downward toward the embankment or daylight side of the trailway.

Sideslope. The natural slope of the ground, usually expressed as a percentage.

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Slough. That material from the backslope or the area of the backslope that has raveled onto the trailbed.

Slump. Where the trailbed material has moved downward, causing a dip in the trail grade.

Special Project Specification. Specifications that detail the conditions and requirements peculiar to an individual project, including additions and revisions to the standard specifications.

Surfacing. Material placed on top of the trailbed that provides the desired tread.

Suitable Material. Rock that can be accommodated in the trail structure, and soil free of duff with a recognizable granular texture.

Switchback. A reverse in direction of trail grade with a level landing used to change elevation on a steep slope, usually involving special treatment of the approaches, barriers, and drainages.

Trailbed. The finished surface on which base course or surfacing may be constructed. For trails without surfacing the trailbed is the tread.

Trailway. The portion of the trail within the limits of the excavation and embankment.

Tread. The surface portion of the trail upon which traffic moves.

Turnout. A short section of extra trail width to provide for passage of trail users.

Waterbar. A structure used for turning water off the trail, usually made of logs or stones.

Water Courses. Any natural or constructed channel where water naturally flows or will collect and flow during spring runoff, rainstorms, etc.

Section 903—Intent of Contract

903.01 Intent. The intent is to provide for the completion of the project described in the contract. Furnish all labor, materials, equipment, tools, transportation, utilities, and supplies, and perform all work required to complete the project in accordance with drawings, specifications, and provisions of the contract.

The project has no available utilities. Camping is allowed onsite or in other approved locations. Meet the requirements of Section H.3, Use of Premises.

The use of heavy equipment such as excavators is prohibited on the trail. The use of helicopters in the project area is allowed.

Section 904—Maintenance for Traffic

904.01 General. Before any suspension of work, take precautions necessary to prevent damage to the project, such as temporary detours, approaches, crossings, or intersections, and make provisions for normal drainage and to minimize erosion.

The existing George Island Trail will remain open to the public during construction activities except during helicopter operations or while construction hazards are present. During these times provide a “Trail Closed” sign that is readable from the anchorage in Granite Cove, and barriers at the trailhead. All signs are to be professional appearing. When the trail is closed provide verbal warnings to visitors.

Section 905—Control of Materials

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905.01 Handling Materials. Transport and handle all materials to preserve their quality and fitness for the work.

Stockpile, load, and transport aggregates in a manner that will preserve specified gradation and avoid contamination.

Store materials to assure the preservation of their quality and fitness for the work. Locate stored materials to facilitate their prompt inspection. Arrangements for storage on other than designated sites are the responsibility of the contractor.

Section 906—Measurement and Payment

906.01 General. Measurement and payment for contract work will be made only for and under those pay items included in the SCHEDULE OF ITEMS. All other work and materials will be considered incidental and included in the payment of the PAY ITEMS in the SCHEDULE OF ITEMS.

When more than one class, size, or thickness is specified in the SCHEDULE OF ITEMS for any PAY ITEM, suffixes will be added to the item number to differentiate between the items.

906.02 Determination of Quantities. The following measurements and calculations are to be used to determine contract quantities for payment:

Measure Aggregate Surfacing (AS) in cubic yards. Provide original, signed, supplier certified load tickets that are printed by an automatic printer showing the net weight of Aggregate Surfacing material delivered in each truck load to the project site. Aggregate surfacing is assumed to weigh 1400 lbs per ½ cubic yard unless shown otherwise.

Measure Stone Pitching (SP) in linear feet measured along the centerline and parallel to the specified grade.

Note that the Aggregate Surfacing material used in the construction of this item will be incidental to this item and no additional payment will be made.

Measure Stone Riser Steps (SRS) and Sign Posts (Signpost) as each. Note that the Aggregate Surfacing material used in the construction of these items will be incidental to these items and no additional payment will be made.

Measure Miscellaneous Work (MW) as Lump Sum.

Measure Aggregate Surfacing material spread on existing trail as cubic yard.

906.03 Units of Measurement. Payment will be made by units defined and determined according to standard measure and by the following:

(a) Cubic Yard (CY). Measurement by calculating volume in helicopter sling bags or other approved method.

(b) Each (EA). One complete unit, which may consist of one or more parts.

(c) Lump Sum (LS). The quantities that denote one complete unit of work as required by or described in the contract, including necessary materials, equipment, and labor to complete the job.

(d) Linear Feet (LF). Measurement in feet taken along the centerline of the trail and parallel to the finished grade.

906.04 Methods of Measurement. One of the following methods of measurement for determining final payment is DESIGNATED ON THE SCHEDULE OF ITEMS for each PAY ITEM:

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(a) Designed Quantities. These quantities denote the final number of units to be paid for under the terms of the contract. They are based upon the original design data available prior to advertising the project. Original design data include the preliminary survey information, design assumptions, calculations, and drawings. Changes in the number of units DESIGNATED IN THE SCHEDULE OF ITEMS may be authorized under the following conditions:

(1) As a result of changes in the work approved by the CO.

(2) As a result of the CO determining that errors exist in the original design that cause a PAY ITEM quantity to change by 15 percent or more.

(3) As a result of the contractor submitting to the CO a written request showing evidence of errors in the original design that cause a PAY ITEM quantity to change by 15 percent or more. The evidence must be verifiable and consist of calculations, drawings, or other data that show how the designed quantity is believed to be in error.

(b) Actual Quantities (AQ). These quantities are determined from measurement of completed work or certified receipts.

(c) Lump Sum (LS). These quantities denote one complete unit of work as required by or described in the contract, including necessary materials, equipment, and labor to complete the job.

Section 907—Quality Assurance and Quantity Measurement

Description

907.01 Work. Work consists of providing certification that the quality and quantity of construction conform to the drawings, specifications, and requirements of the contract.

Construction

907.02 Certification and Measurements

(a) Offsite-Produced Materials. Furnish signed certificates executed by the manufacturer, supplier, or vendor, stipulating that all offsite-produced materials incorporated in the work meet applicable requirements SHOWN ON THE DRAWINGS or stated in the specifications. Furnish a certificate for each commodity or invoice.

(b) Quantity Measurements. Submit quantities to the CO for periodic progress payments, and the CO will compute payments. Quantities are subject to verification.

Measurement

907.03 Method. There will be no separate measurement for this item.

Payment

907.04 Basis. Payment will be considered incidental to other pay items in this contract.

Section 911— Clearing and Grubbing

911.01 Work. Work consists of clearing, grubbing, trimming, removing, and treating trees, logs, limbs, branches, brush, plants, and other vegetation within the clearing limits. Also included are the protection from injury or defacement of trees and other objects not designated for removal and the treatment of damaged trees.

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Construction

911.02 Clearing Limits and Material to be Cleared. Except as specified differently in the Trail Log, clear woody brush and trees smaller than 2” in diameter to the dimensions 48 inches each side of the trail centerline. Place cleared material out of sight of the trail as approved.

911.03 Damaged Trees. When felling, cutting, or trimming, do not cause bark damage to standing timber. If damage does occur to standing trees, treat the injured trees in an approved manner. Remove and dispose of trees with major roots exposed by construction that are rendered unstable.

Measurement

911.04 Method. There will be no separate measurement for this item.

Payment

911.05 Basis. Clearing and Grubbing will be considered incidental to the pay item under which the work is being done, and additional payment will not be made.

Section 912—Excavation and Embankment

912.01 Work. Work consists of the excavation and placement of excavated material, regardless of its nature, from within the trailway or from other sources, except for material included under other pay items SHOWN IN THE

SCHEDULE OF ITEMS.

Includes excavation, embankment, and backfill construction required to shape and finish the trailbed, ditches, backslopes, and fill slopes.

Construction

912.02 Use and Disposal of Excavated Material. Conserve and use soil and herbaceous vegetation and moss removed during excavation to revegetate excavated areas to provide a neat appearance and to control erosion.

For soil placed on slope shoulders for Types AS use soil that is free of debris larger that 2” in any dimension.

Place excess and unsuitable excavation beyond the downslope edge of the trailbed, except in locations where the material would be placed within 5’ of a stream or in staked locations where it is desirable not to impact the native vegetation; in these locations place in approved locations. Do not obstruct drainage and spread to a depth not exceeding 4 inches. This includes any material removed in the grubbing operation and deposited in the same area.

Place rocks over 4 inches in greatest dimension not used in construction beyond the hinge point on the downslope side. Place rocks so that the tops are at least 6 inches lower than the trailbed surface. Ensure that no blockage of drainage or creation of a windrow effect occurs.

912.03 Trailbed Preparation. Remove soil to the depth required to accommodate the aggregate surfacing, bedding and base course and provide the finished grades specified on the drawings. Retain roots over 2” diameter except where approved for removal.

912.04 Trailbed Approval. Obtain approval of trailbed prior to placing aggregate surfacing, stone riser steps, or stone pitching. At time of approval, the Government may vary the depth of the aggregate or change types to conform to site conditions.

912.05 Cut and Fill Slopes. Construct trail so cut and fill slopes are less than the angle of repose. Trim exposed roots flush with the finished cut slope.

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Measurement

912.06 Method. There will be no separate measurement for this item.

Payment

912.07 Basis. Excavation and embankment will be considered incidental to the pay item under which the work is being done, and additional payment will not be made.

Section 941—Aggregate and Stone Construction

941.01 Work. This work consists of hauling, and placing Aggregate Surfacing (Type AS), Stone Riser Step (SRS), Stone Pitching (SP), and Rest Area.

Materials

941.02 Handling Materials. Stockpile, remove, transport, and spread aggregates in a manner that will preserve specified gradation and avoid contamination.

941.03 Aggregate Surfacing. Provide aggregate surfacing from offsite sources meeting the specification D-1 per Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Utilities, “Standard Specifications for Highway Construction, 1998”, Section 703.

941.04 Seed-Free Aggregate. Provide aggregate materials that are free of viable seeds. Ensure that contamination by seeds does not occur from equipment and tools used to handle aggregate or construct trail.

Thoroughly wash all equipment and tools that come into contact with aggregate or are used at the work site, to remove all soil, debris, and other material that could contain seed. Use only aggregate from an active stockpile that is located in a seed-free zone. Provide notification one week before moving material from the stockpile and allow inspection.

941.05 Required Stone Sizes and Shapes. Hand select stone from offsite sources to provide the shape and dimensions shown on the drawings or as specified.

Select stone that meets the following size and shape requirements:

Stone Riser Step (SRS)

• 2.5 cubic feet minimum volume

• Construct steps primarily from single stones, however two stones may be used if fit tightly together and are 1.5 cubic foot min. size.

• A shape suitable for constructing a stable step

• A generally flat top surface suitable for a 8” min. width step tread

Stone Pitching (SP) surfacing

• .3 cubic foot minimum volume

• 4” min. thickness over at least 2/3 of the stone’s area

• A generally flat top surface that is suitable for a walking surface

Stone Pitching (SP) Steps

• 1.5 cubic foot minimum volume, unless approved by CO. Construct steps primarily from single stones, RECOVERY George Island Trail Reconstruction PAGE 11 however two stones may be used if fit tightly together and are .75 cubic foot min. size.

• A shape suitable for constructing a stable step

• A generally flat top surface suitable for a 6” min. width stair tread

Construction

941.06 Trailbed Preparation and Approval. See Specification 912.04.

941.07 Handling of Aggregate. Contain aggregate in bags until it is installed on the trail. Do not place aggregate directly on the ground outside of the trailway without a tarp or some other means of separation.

Remove all aggregate spilled on the ground outside of the trailway.

941.08 Compaction and Finished Grading. For all Aggregate Surfacing types compact firmly by hand.

Following final spreading, smoothing and compaction, correct any irregularities or depressions that develop by adding or removing material until the surface is smooth and uniform and the specified depth is installed.

941.09 Acceptance, Testing, Sampling, and Tolerances. Provide the minimum compacted thickness of aggregate surfacing and base course shown on the Reconstruction Log. If excess aggregate has been delivered to the work area it may be stockpiled in approved locations or spread evenly over the trail; the method to be approved and at no cost to the Government.

941.10 Aggregate Surfacing Material Spread on Existing Trail. Place aggregate over existing aggregate trail surface where marked and spread to specified depth. The minimum amount that will be marked in one location is one-half cubic yard. Locations may be anywhere on the George Island Trail.

941.11 Representative Sample. Prepare a 10’ representative sample of Stone Pitching (SP) and two Stone Riser Steps (SRS) at an approved location that will serve as a standard of workmanship and materials for other work on the project. Obtain review of the representative sample, correct any deficiencies, and obtain final approval before proceeding with like work. When accepted, the sample will be incorporated into the work.

Measurement

941.12 Method. Measure the quantities in accordance with Section 906.

Payment

941.13 Basis. Pay for the accepted quantities in accordance with Section 906 at the contract unit price of each PAY ITEM SHOWN IN THE SCHEDULE OF ITEMS. The Aggregate Surfacing used in the construction of all trail types other than Aggregate Surfacing (AS) will be incidental to those items and no additional payment will be made.

PAY ITEM PAY UNIT

941(01) Aggregate Surfacing……………………......................................CY

941(02) Stone Riser Steps (Type SRS)……………………......................EA

941(03) Stone Pitching (Type SP)…………………………..………………LF

941(04) Stone Rest Area..……………..………..……………....................EA

941(05) Aggregate Surfacing Material Spread on Existing Trail………..CY

Section 951—Mobilization

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951.01 Work. This work consists of moving personnel, equipment, material and incidentals to the project and performing all work necessary before beginning work at the project site. Mobilization includes the costs associated with obtaining permits, insurance, and bonds. Mobilization is not intended to pay for the costs of materials before they are used on the project site.

Payment

951.02 Basis. Pay for the accepted work at the contract unit price for the PAY ITEM SHOWN IN THE

SCHEDULE OF ITEMS.

Make progress payments for mobilization as follows:

(a) Reimburse for bond premiums before issuing the Notice to Proceed if evidence of payment is received.

(b) When 5 percent or more of the original contract amount is earned from other PAY ITEMS, pay mobilization at the rate of 50 percent, or up to 5 percent of the original contract amount, whichever is less.

(c) When 10 percent or more of the original contract amount is earned from other PAY ITEMS, pay mobilization at the rate of 100 percent, or up to 10 percent of the original contract amount, whichever is less.

(d) Pay any unpaid amount for mobilization upon final acceptance of all work items.

Make payment under:

PAY ITEM PAY UNIT

951(01) Mobilization .............................................................. LS

Section 956—Miscellaneous Work

956.01 Work. This work consists of work items as described below and in the Trail Log as Type MW.

Materials

956.02 Requirements. See Section H.7, Government Furnished Materials.

956.03 Signpost. Use Alaska Yellow Cedar for signposts collected from approved locations that is free of rot and shake.

Construction

956.04 Type MW. Perform work as described in the Trail Log.

956.05 Laborer work. Provide one laborer with typical trail tools such as grub hoe, chainsaw, jack, shovel, etc.

to perform work as identified by the CO that is not included under other work items.

Measurement

956.06 Method. Measure the quantities in accordance with Section 906.

Laborer work will be measured per hour, including typical trail tools and supplies.

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Signpost are to paid as Each.

Miscellaneous Work (MW) is to be paid as Lump Sum.

Payment

956.07 Basis. Pay for the accepted quantities in accordance with Section 906 at the contract unit price of each

PAY ITEM SHOWN IN THE SCHEDULE OF ITEMS.

Make payment under:

PAY ITEM PAY UNIT

956(01) Misc. Work (MW)…………..……………….…….…….LS

956(02) Laborer Work (hourly rate).…………………….….…..EA

956(03) Signpost (Sign)………………………….………………EA

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SECTION D--PACKAGING AND MARKING

D.1 PROJECT LABELING FOR OFFICIAL CORRESPONDENCE

The Government singularly identifies each project with a contract number at time of Award. The contract number is a unique identifier to purposely and permanently represent an awarded project. The Government issued contract number is to be referenced on all official communication starting upon notice of award.

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SECTION E--INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

E.1 FAR 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference (FEB 1998)

This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es): www.arnet.gov/far/

FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION (48 CFR CHAPTER 1) CLAUSES

52.246-12 Inspection of Construction (AUG 1996) http://www.arnet.gov/far/�

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SECTION F--DELIVERIES OR PERFORMANCE

F.1 FAR 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference (FEB 1998)

This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es): www.arnet.gov/far/

52.242-14 Suspension of Work (APR 1984)

F.2 FAR 52.211-10 Commencement, Prosecution, and Completion of Work (APR 1984)

The Contractor shall be required to (a) commence work under this contract within 15 calendar days after the date the Contractor receives the notice to proceed, (b) prosecute the work diligently, and (c) complete the entire work ready for use not later than 180 calendar days after the date the contractor receives the notice to proceed. The time stated for completion shall include final cleanup of the premises.

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SECTION G--CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION DATA

G.1 ADMINISTRATION

(a) CONTRACTING OFFICER’S REPRESENTATIVE. The Contracting Officer will designate a representative, hereinafter referred to as the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) or, alternatively, as the Engineer, who will provide on-the-ground administration for the Government. The COR will be designated in writing and a copy of the designation will be furnished to the Contractor before or at the pre-work conference. The Contractor is cautioned to read the COR designation because certain authority under the contract is reserved solely for the Contracting Officer. The term “Contracting Officer” as used throughout the contract shall be interpreted to include the Contracting Officer’s designated representative(s) acting within the limits of their delegation of authority.

(b) CONTRACTOR’S REPRESENTATIVE. Any representative of the Contractor shall be designated in writing. The designation shall clearly indicate the name and limitations of authority, if any, of the representative.

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SECTION H--SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

H.1 Order of Precedence – Requirements, Specifications & Drawings

Any inconsistency in the specifications of this solicitation and any resultant contract shall be resolved by giving precedence in the following order:

a). Section H – Special Contract Requirements b). Contract Drawings (Section J) 1). Drawings, figured dimensions over scaled dimensions 2). Drawings, large scale drawings over small scale drawings 3). Schedules on drawings over notations on drawings c). Section C – Specifications 1). Special Project Specifications 2). Reconstruction Log 3). Standard Specifications d). Staking on the ground e). Forest Service Standard Specifications for Construction and Maintenance of Trails, September 1996

H.2 Landscape Preservation

a) No foot traffic or movement of materials or equipment is allowed over uncompleted and unprotected portions of the trail. Workers shall walk away from the trail centerline, dispersing their travel route, to avoid walking on uncompleted portions of the trail. Rehabilitate and revegetate sites where damaged has occurred to vegetation.

b). Operations shall be scheduled and conducted to minimize erosion of soils and to prevent silting and muddying of streams and rivers.

Pollutants such as raw sewage and other harmful materials shall not be discharged into or near streams and rivers or into natural or manmade channels leading thereto.

Waste motor oil, fuel, lubricant, bitumen and similar hydrocarbons shall be collected and returned to the supplier. They shall not be wasted on the ground or buried.

H.3 Use of Premises a). Before any camp, storage area, or access is opened or operated on National Forest land, written permission shall be obtained through the Contracting Officer. A camp includes the campsite of any employee working for the Contractor. Such permission, if granted, will be without charge to the Contractor. The Contractor will follow all rules and regulations specific to the use of the National Forest.

Campsite occupancy will be permitted for duration of work plus 14 days mobilization and 7 days cleanup time, as approved.

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c). Sanitation Facilities: Unless provided otherwise, the Contractor shall provide and maintain the following facilities:

1. Potable water supplies for drinking, washing, and cooking shall meet the State of Alaska drinking water regulations 18 AAC 80. Drinking water may not be available at the camp location.

2. Domestic sewerage shall meet the State of Alaska wastewater disposal regulations 18 AAC 72.

3. Solid waste shall be removed and disposed of in Sitka or other approved location.

4. Fuel storage shall meet the requirements of 40 CFR 112 (Oil Pollution Prevention).

d). Transportation, Access and Equipment: The use of helicopters in the project area is allowed.

Do not allow helicopter flights directly over persons on the ground at any location.

e). Provide a plan for camp development, occupation and clean-up prior and obtain approval prior to any camp development activities. The plan should contain the following information:

1. Layout and location of the proposed camp.

2. Number of users and dates of occupancy.

3. Sewage and waste disposal systems.

4. Layout of cooking, sleeping and common areas.

5. Camp trails layout.

6. Equipment and fuel storage area and Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) plan.

7. Fire prevention and control plan.

8. Site Restoration plan.

9. Mobilization and boating plan.

The Government shall review the Contractor's plan as submitted for completeness and applicability.

Proposed modifications of Contractor's plans will be discussed with the Contractor prior to approval.

f). There is a known inactive bald eagle nest approximately 20 feet from the existing trail and a similar distance from the proposed trail relocation just to the east of the cannon site. If this next becomes active or if a new bald eagle nest is discovered in the project vicinity, follow the Memorandum of Understanding with the US Fish and Wildlife Service regarding bald eagle management. This includes:

no work within 330 feet, no repeated helicopter flights within ¼ mile, and no blasting within ½ mile of the nest while it is active, unless a variance from the US Fish and Wildlife Service is granted. Nests are generally considered active from March 1–August 31; however, from June 1-August 31 nest trees may be deemed inactive if monitoring does not identify the presence of bald eagle eggs, young adults, or adult eagles engaged in nesting behavior.

g). No land-based motorized haul or excavation equipment will be operated above Station 2+41. The use of helicopters in the project area is allowed.

h). Stockpile aggregate and other materials in approved locations. Thoroughly remove all stockpiled material immediately after the use of that stockpile is complete. Restore stockpile sites to a natural-appearing condition.

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H.4 Construction Stakes, Lines, and Grades

The Government will field stake the beginning stations for work areas listed in Trail Construction Log in Section J. Provide any other construction survey work required to complete the project.

H.5 Disposal of Waste Material

Remove all waste material from the project site.

H.6 AGAR 452.236-77 EMERGENCY RESPONSE (NOV 1996)

A.

Contractor's Responsibility for Fire Fighting

1. The Contractor, under the provisions of FAR clause 52.236-9, PROTECTION OF EXISTING VEGETATION, STRUCTURES, EQUIPMENT, UTILITIES AND IMPROVEMENTS, shall immediately extinguish all fires on the work site other than those fires in use as a part of the work.

2. The Contractor may be held liable for all damages and for all costs incurred by the Government for labor, subsistence, equipment, supplies and transportation deemed necessary to control or suppress a fire set or caused by the Contractor or the Contractor's agents or employees.

B. Contractor's Responsibility for Notification in Case of Fire

The Contractor shall immediately notify the Government of any fires sighted on or in the vicinity of the work site.

C.

Contractor's Responsibility for Responding to Emergencies

When directed by the Contracting Officer, the Contractor shall allow the Government to temporarily use employees and equipment from the work site or emergency work (anticipated to be restricted to fire fighting). An equitable adjustment for the temporary use of employees and equipment will be made under the Changes clause, FAR 52.234-5.

NOTE:* Fire Protection Requirements

The Contractor shall comply with the Fire Protection and Suppression Requirements.

H.7 Government Furnished Material

The Government will supply the following items at the locations described. The contractor is responsible for transportation of these materials to the project site.

1). Alaska Yellow Cedar timber for constructing signposts. Cut stumps flush with the ground or “rusticate” the top of stumps and place soil and moss on them to provide a natural appearance.

Place tops and branches in locations out of sight of the trail.

2). 100 ea. one-half cubic yard capacity woven bags for moving materials provided at the Forest Service Warehouse located at 2108 Halibut Point Road in Sitka, AK. Inspect each bag prior to each use to ensure the bags’ competency for use. Remove from use any damaged or defective bag immediately and return to the Forest Service in Sitka. Empty, inspect, and fold each bag, then bundle in equal number before returning to the Forest Service Warehouse in Sitka. The Contractor shall reimburse the Government for bags lost or damaged by the contractor at a rate of $25.00 each to be deducted from the final payment.

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3). Signs for installation on signposts by contractor. Signs will be provided by the government at the work site.

H.8 Notification of Work Schedule

At the pre-work meeting provide a proposed schedule of work showing dates of major work items: camp establishment, mobilization of material to the site, subgrade approval, major equipment operations and other main items of work.

Call the COR on the telephone each week when work is proceeding to discuss the work for the upcoming week and onsite inspection requirements. Call on Monday morning or at another mutually agreeable time.

H.9 OPTIONAL ITEMS

Except when it is determined in accordance with FAR 17.206(b) not to be in the Governments best interests, the Government will evaluate offers for award by adding the total price for all options to the total price for basic requirement. Evaluation of options will not obligate the Government to exercise the option(s).

The contractor is to provide all information required in Section B of the solicitation (Supplies or Services Prices/Costs) for all items listed in the base contract and all items listed in the optional work.

The government will provide the contractor with a thirty day written notice of intent to execute the optional item(s). The Government may elect to exercise any or all of the options at the discretion of the Contracting Officer. Any option that the Government elects to exercise will include all the work listed under that option.

When the Government exercises optional work, the price provided by the contractor at time of solicitation is the contract price for that work. The Contracting Officer will not need to modify the Contract Completion Date as the contract completion date includes enough time for base plus optional items.

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PART II--CONTRACT CLAUSES

SECTION I--CONTRACT CLAUSES

FAR 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference (FEB 1998)

This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es):

www.arnet.gov/far/ www.usda.gov/procurement/policy/agar.html

52.202-1 Definitions (JUL 2004) 52.203-3 Gratuities (APR 1984) 52.203-5 Covenant Against Contingent Fees (APR 1984) 52.203-6 Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government (SEP 2006) 52.203-7 Anti-Kickback Procedures (JUL 1995) 52.203-8 Cancellation, Rescission, and Recovery of Funds for Illegal or Improper Activity (JAN 1997) 52.203-10 Price or Fee Adjustment for Illegal or Improper Activity (JAN 1997) 52.203-12 Limitation on Payments to Influence Certain Federal Transactions (SEP 2007) 52.204-4 Printed or Copied Double-Sided on Recycled Paper (AUG 2000) 52.209-6 Protecting the Government's Interest when Subcontracting with Contractors Debarred, Suspended, or Proposed for Debarment (SEP 2006) 52.211-18 Variation in Estimated Quantity (APR 1984) 52.219-3 Notice of Total HUBZone Set-Aside (JAN 1999) 52.219-8 Utilization of Small Business Concerns (MAY 2004) 52.219-14 Limitations on Subcontracting (DEC 1996) 52.222-3 Convict Labor (JUN 2003) 52.222-4 Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act -- Overtime Compensation (JUL 2005) 52.222-6 Davis-Bacon Act (JUL 2005) 52.222-7 Withholding of Funds (FEB 1988) 52.222-8 Payrolls and Basic Records (DEVIATION, JAN 2010) 52.222-9 Apprentices and Trainees (JUL 2005) 52.222-10 Compliance with Copeland Act Requirements (FEB 1988) 52.222-11 Subcontracts (Labor Standards) (JUL 2005) 52.222-12 Contract Termination - Debarment (FEB 1988) 52.222-13 Compliance with Davis-Bacon and Related Act Regulations (FEB 1988) 52.222-14 Disputes Concerning Labor Standards (FEB 1988) 52.222-15 Certification of Eligibility (FEB 1988) 52.222-21 Prohibition of Segregated Facilities (FEB 1999) 52.222-26 Equal Opportunity (MAR 2007) 52.222-27 Affirmative Action Compliance Requirements for Construction (FEB 1999) 52.222-35 Equal Opportunity for Special Disabled Veterans, Veterans of the Vietnam Era, and other

Eligible Veterans (SEP 2006) http://www.usda.gov/procurement/policy/agar.html�

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52.222-36 Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities (JUN 1998) 52.222-37 Employment Reports on Special Disabled Veterans, Veterans of the Vietnam Era, and other Eligible Veterans (SEP 2006) 52.222-50 Combating Trafficking in Persons (FEB 2009) 52.223-2 Affirmative Procurement of Biobased Products Under Service and Construction

Contracts (DEC 2007) 52.223-6 Drug-Free Workplace (MAY 2001) 52.223-14 Toxic Chemical Release Reporting (AUG 2003) 52.223-15 Energy Efficiency in Energy-Consuming Products (DEC 2007) 52.225-13 Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases (JUN 2008) 52.227-1 Authorization and Consent (DEC 2007) 52.227-2 Notice and Assistance Regarding Patent and Copyright Infringement (DEC 2007) 52.227-4 Patent Indemnity -- Construction Contracts (DEC 2007) 52.228-2 Additional Bond Security (OCT 1997) 52.228-11 Pledges of Assets (SEP 2009) 52.228-12 Prospective Subcontractor Requests for Bonds (OCT 1995) 52.228-14 Irrevocable Letter of Credit (DEC 1999) 52.228-15 Performance and Payment Bonds – Construction (NOV 2006) 52.229-3 Federal, State,…