amend 004.docx

Crooked River Stewardship

Change: page 3 of 65 B1 Schedule of Items (The schedule below is to be used when preparing your proposal, omit/disregard previous version)

B.1 SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

3 Road Reconstruction / Construction JOB 1 $_________ $___________

4 Chip and Remove Landing Slash (mandatory) JOB 1 $ $ ____

5 Road Decommissioning Mile 17.4 $_________ $__________

6 Long Term Road Closure Mile 1.6 $ $ ___

TOTAL MANDATORY ITEMS $ ____________

TOTAL ALL ITEMS $ ____ .

· *The Government has 180 days to award Item #7

· There is a Surface Replacement Deposit of $1,777.96 ($0.04/TON for all products)

· There is a Brush Disposal Deposit of $110,401.95 (3.07/TON for Sawtimber products)

*Item 3 Reconstruction/construction -Unit Mile is changed to Job -- Quantity is changed to 1 FAR 52.232-1 Payments -applies to bid Item 4 (payments for partial completion) ADD: * Item 3 is the total price of all road detailed pricing listed on pages 4-12 0f 65. Payment and/or credit shall be determined based upon satisfactory progress made or completion of line items for each road.

Errors:

Mandatory Item – Obliteration of Roads: Three road numbers were displayed incorrectly in the table of roads to be obliterated on page 15 of the Appendix:

· Road no. 50511110 should be road no. 505111110

· Road no. 505111021 should be road no. 505111121

· Road no. 513044010 should be road no. 513144010 The correct road numbers were used on the map, and the miles of obliteration for those roads are still correct.

Mandatory Item -Long Term Closure of Roads: The two roads to be place into long-term closure under this activity were not displayed on the Stewardship Activity Map. These roads are also being converted to system roads and are labeled on the map with a system road number. Page 24 of the Appendix refers to these roads by their old non-system road number. Therefore:

· Road no. 513144000 is shown as road 51314 on the map (near Unit 120). This road will be placed in to long term closure from the junction of road 513140500 (Unit 120) to the junction of road 513142000 at the north end of unit 45. The remainder of road 513144000 that goes through units 45 and 48 will be decommissioned.

· Road no. 513144020 is shown as road 51935 on the map (at the top of Unit 32). This road will be placed into long term closure from the junction of the newly constructed road in unit 48, to the end of the road in Unit 32.

Clarifications:

Contractor Slash Responsibility: The acres where “pull slash” is required are the same acres where the lop and scatter and slashing of sub-merchantable material may occur. Therefore these activities can be accomplished at the same time.

Road Obliteration -Clarification for Appendix A, pages 15-21:

The definition for coarse woody debris (CWD) defines it as wood 3”diameter or greater. This is the ideal, but use the language on page 18 (”a variety of wood size classes”) as the specification for achieving 30-50% woody debris cover on decommissioned roads. The goal is to achieve 30-50% woody debris cover using wood that is readily available (slash from adjacent units, etc.). The operator does not need to haul slash from a great distance, but needs to make a reasonable effort to utilize wood from the immediate vicinity; the COR will make the determination as to whether 30-50% cover has been achieved.

The desired end result on a finished decommissioned road is to have 75-85% of the newly disturbed bare ground covered. Woody debris would be 30-50% of this cover, and the remaining cover would be achieved with the vegetative plantings (10 per 100 lineal feet) and straw (ag or wood, as designated on page 15 of Appendix A). With regards to the number of vegetative plantings per 100 feet, the “as available”, as listed on the typical drawings, should be disregarded. In the rare case that the operator is working in a very rocky or scabby area, the COR will determine if this specification can be reduced for that stretch of road. These plantings, along with the coarse woody material and straw, should result in 75-85% total ground cover for decommissioned roads.

Note: The typical drawings in Appendix A, pages 20-21, are blurry. If a prospective bidder is unable to read these drawings, they can contact Melanie Vining at 253-0131 or mlvining@fs.fed.us for another copy.

It is estimated that 10-12 culverts will need to be pulled during road obliteration activities. Approximately 2 are major culvert removal/ channel reconstructions and 8-10 are minor culvert removals. The major culverts are:

· There is one approx. 36" culvert where road 507701000 crosses Moonshine Creek, and it may have 10-15' fill on it, and will require channel reconstruction as shown in Appendix A specs.

· Road 506542510 in the southern end of the project area may also have a larger (24") culvert with 10-15” of fill on it also.

Road Construction/Reconstruction:

Gravel will be stockpiled at the gravel pit located on road 51830 (displayed on Activity Map). Pictures of this pit are provided at the end of this document.

There was a conflict found regarding the gravel quantity for pay item 322-02 Aggregate Base. In one place the contract says to measure in loose measure, and in another place it is measured in cubic yards once compacted. The gravel quantity should be measured in cubic yards, loose measure.

Therefore in the road specs document change the PNF- SPS -322 Crushed Aggregate section by:

· Deleting the second sentence in section 322.07 (page 60)

· And adding the following sentence "Measurement for aggregate is by cubic yards loose measure."

The following document provides more information on road specifications and should be part of the final road specs document. It also displays the web address to find the FP-03 spec book referenced in the road package for gravel.

Table of Contents

Preface Preface_wo_03_15_2004_m Delete all but the first paragraph and add the following:

The Forest Service, US Department of Agriculture has adopted FP-03 for construction of National Forest System Roads.

Preface_R04F12 _02_23_2010

Copies of this document are available on- line at the Federal Highway Administration web site at http://flh.fhwa.dot.gov/resources/pse/specs/

101 - Terms, Format, and Definitions 101.00_nat_us_07_25_2005

101.01_nat_us_01_22_2009

101.01 Meaning of Terms

Delete all references to the TAR (Transportation Acquisition Regulations) in the specifications.

101.03_nat_us_06_16_2006

101.03 Abbreviations.

Add the following to (a) Acronyms:

AFPA

MSHA

NIST

NESC

WCLIB

American Forest and Paper Association Mine Safety and Health Administration National Institute of Standards and Technology National Electrical Safety Code West Coast Lumber Inspection Bureau

Add the following to (b) SI symbols:

101.04_nat_us_03_29_2007

101.04 Definitions.

Delete the following definitions and substitute the following:

Bid Schedule--The Schedule of Items.

Bridge--No definition.

Contractor--The individual or legal entity contracting with the Government for performance of prescribed work. In a timber sale contract, the contractor is the “purchaser”.

Culvert--No definition.

Right-of-Way--A general term denoting (1) the privilege to pass over land in some particular line (including easement, lease, permit, or license to occupy, use, or traverse public or private lands), or (2) Real property necessary for the project, including roadway, buffer areas, access, and drainage areas.

Add the following:

Adjustment in Contract Price--“Equitable adjustment,” as used in the Federal Acquisition Regulations, or “construction cost adjustment,” as used in the Timber Sale Contract, as applicable.

Change--“Change” means “change order” as used in the Federal Acquisition Regulations, or “design change” as used in the Timber Sale Contract.

Design Quantity--“Design quantity” is a Forest Service method of measurement from the FS-96 Forest Service Specifications for the Construction of Roads and Bridges. Under these FP specifications this term is replaced by the term “Contract Quantities”.

Forest Service--The United States of America, acting through the Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Neat Line--A line defining the proposed or specified limits of an excavation or structure.

Pioneer Road--Temporary construction access built along the route of the project.

Purchaser--The individual, partnership, joint venture, or corporation contracting with the Government under the terms of a Timber Sale Contract and acting independently or through agents, employees, or subcontractors.

Protected Streamcourse--A drainage shown on the plans or timber sale area map that requires designated mitigation measures.

Road Order--An order affecting and controlling traffic on roads under Forest Service jurisdiction. Road Orders are issued by a designated Forest Officer under the authorities of 36 CFR, part 260.

Schedule of Items--A schedule in the contract that contains a listing and description of construction items, quantities, units of measure, unit price, and amount.

Utilization Standards--The minimum size and percent soundness of trees described in the specifications to determine merchantable timber.

Add Figure 101-1—Illustration of road structure terms:

Figure 101-1—Illustration of road structure terms.

102 - Bid, Award, and Execution of Contract 102.00_nat_us_02_16_2005 102 Bid, Award, and Execution of Contract

Delete Section 102 in its entirety.

103 - Scope of Work 103.00_nat_us_02_16_2005 Deletions

Delete all but subsection 103.01 Intent of Contract.

104 - Control of Work 104.00_nat_us_06_16_2006 Deletions

Delete Sections 104.01, 104.02, and 104.04.

104.06_nat_us_02_17_2005 Add the following subsection:

104.06 Use of Roads by Contractor

The Contractor is authorized to use roads under the jurisdiction of the Forest Service for all activities necessary to complete this contract, subject to the limitations and authorizations designated in the Road Order(s) or described in the contract, when such use will not damage the roads or national forest resources, and when traffic can be accommodated safely.

105 - Control of Material 105.02_nat_us_01_18_2007

105.02 Material Sources.

105.02(a) Government-provided sources.

Add the following:

Comply with the requirements of 30 CFR 56, subparts B and H. Use all suitable material for aggregate regardless of size unless otherwise designated. When required, re-establish vegetation in disturbed areas according to section 625.

105.05_nat_us_05_12_2004

105.05 Use of Material Found in the Work.

Delete 105.05 (a) and (b) and the last sentence of the second paragraph and substitute the following:

Materials produced or processed from Government lands in excess of the quantities required for performance of this contract are the property of the Government. The Government is not obligated to make reimbursement for the cost of producing these materials.

106 - Acceptance of Work 106.07_nat_us_05_11_2004

106.07 Delete

Delete subsection 106.07.

107 - Legal Relations and Responsibility to the Public 107.05_nat_us_05_11_2004

107.05 Responsibility for Damage Claims.

Delete the entire subsection.

107.06_nat_us_06_16_2006

107.06 Contractor’s Responsibility for Work.

Delete the following from the first paragraph.

“except as provided in Subsection 106.07”.

107.09_nat_us_06_16_2006

107.09 Legal Relationship of the Parties.

Delete the entire subsection.

107.10_R04_F12_7_1_2009

107.10 Environmental Protection.

Add the following:

Design and locate equipment repair shops, stationary refueling sites, or other facilities to minimize the potential and impacts of hazardous material spills on Government land.

Before beginning any work, submit a Hazardous Spill Plan. List actions to be taken in the event of a spill. Incorporate preventive measures to be taken, such as the location of mobile refueling facilities, storage and handling of hazardous materials, and similar information. The hazardous spill plan will describe how the contractor will comply with the following three methods to minimize fuel/oil leakage from construction equipment into the stream channel include the following:

i. All equipment used for instream work will be cleaned of external oil, grease, dirt and mud; and leaks repaired; prior to arriving at the project site. All equipment will be inspected by the Contracting Officer’s Representative before unloading at site. Any leaks or accumulations of grease will be corrected before entering streams or areas that drain directly to streams or wetlands.

ii. Equipment used for in-stream or riparian work (including chainsaws and other hand power tools) will be fueled and serviced in an established staging area (site-specifically recommended by CO). When not in use, vehicles will be stored in the designated staging area. The staging area should be in an area that will not deliver fuel, oil, etc. to streams.

iii. Oil-absorbing floating booms, and other equipment such as pads and absorbent “peanuts” appropriate for the size of the stream, will be available on-site during all phases of construction. For very small streams with few pools or slack water, booms may not be effective. More pads and straw bales to anchor booms may be necessary. Booms will be placed in a location that facilitates an immediate response to potential petroleum leakage.

Immediately notify the CO of all hazardous material spills. Provide a written narrative report form no later than 24 hours after the initial report and include the following:

· Description of the item spilled (including identity, quantity, manifest number, and other identifying information).

· Whether amount spilled is EPA or state reportable, and if so whether it was reported, and to whom. Federal and Idaho state regulations regarding spills will be followed: Any spills resulting in a detectable sheen on water shall be reported to the EPA National Response Center (1-800-424-8802). Any spills over 25 gallons will be reported to the IDEQ (1-800-632-800) (or Nevada equivalent), and cleanup will be initiated within 24 hours of the spill.

· Exact time and location of spill including a description of the area involved.

· Containment procedures.

· Summary of any communications the Contractor had with news media, Federal, state and local regulatory agencies and officials, or Forest Service officials.

· Description of clean-up procedures employed or to be employed at the site including final disposition and disposal location of spill residue.

When available provide copies of all spill related clean up and closure documentation and correspondence from regulatory agencies.

The Contractor is solely responsible for all spills or leaks that occur during the performance of this contract. Clean up spills or leaks to the satisfaction of the CO and in a manner that complies with Federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

108 - Prosecution and Progress 108.00_nat_us_02_16_2005 108 Delete.

Delete Section 108 in its entirety.

109 - Measurement and Payment 109.00_nat_us_02_17_2005 109 Deletions Delete the following entire subsections:

109.06 Pricing of Adjustments.

109.07 Eliminated Work.

109.08 Progress Payments.

109.09 Final Payment.

109.02_nat_us_06_16_2006

109.02 Measurement Terms and Definitions.

(b) Contract quantity.

Add the following:

Contract quantities will be adjusted only when there are errors in the original design of 15% or more.

Change the following:

“(b) Cubic yard” to “(c) Cubic yard”.

Add the following definition:

(p) Thousand Board Feet (Mbf). 1,000 board feet based on nominal widths, thickness, and extreme usable length of each piece of lumber or timber actually incorporated in the job. For glued laminated timber, 1,000 board feet based on actual width, thickness, and length of each piece actually incorporated in the job.

155 - Schedules for Construction Contracts 155.00_nat_us_05_11_2004 155 Delete.

Delete Section 155 in its entirety.

718 - Traffic Signing and Marking Material 718.05_nat_us_08_05_2009

718.05 Aluminum Panels

Delete the third paragraph and replace with the following:

Clean, degrease and properly prepare the panels according to methods recommended by the sheeting manufacturer. Conversion coatings will conform to ASTM B-921 or ASTM B-449.

Moonshine Rock Pit for Crooked River Stewardship on Road 51830

Rock pit on Road 51830 looking south

Looking across rock pit toward where gravel was from North

Looking toward rock pit across where gravel has been piled – looking N.

View from road on NW corner of rock pit

Close up of rock in Pit (note scale is tenths of feet) image3.png image4.png image5.png image6.jpeg image1.png image2.png