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FHTR Hog Park CG Salvage Task Order

SAMPLE TASK ORDER

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FOB DESTINATION

Attn: Richard Braun 740 Simms St.

Golden, CO 80401

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17b. CHECK IF REMITTANCE IS DIFFERENT AND PUT SUCH ADDRESS IN 18b. SUBMIT INVOICES TO ADDRESS SHOWN IN BLOCK 18a UNLESS BLOCK BELOW

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25. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA

26. TOTAL AWARD AMOUNT (For Govt. Use Only)

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29. AWARD OF CONTRACT: REF. OFFER

COPIES TO ISSUING OFFICE. CONTRACTOR AGREES TO FURNISH AND

SET FORTH HEREIN, IS ACCEPTED AS TO ITEMS:

AUTHORIZED FOR LOCAL REPRODUCTION

STANDARD FORM 1449 (REV.4/2002)

PREVIOUS EDITION IS NOT USABLE

Prescribed by GSA ‑ FAR (48 CFR) 53.212

TIMBER PRODUCTS: Values of timber products removed to be applied at Flat Rates

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TOTAL OFFER

See Timber Removal Project Terms and Specifications in Appendix B.

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ACCEPTED, AND CONFORMS TO THE CONTRACT, EXCEPT AS NOTED: ________________________________________

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32d. PRINTED NAME AND TITLE OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT

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32e. MAILING ADDRESS OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVE

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CONTRACT DOCUMENTS, EXHIBITS OR ATTACHMENTS

1.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

(a) Description of Work- This solicitation and any resultant contract is a stewardship project in accordance with Section 323 of Public Law 108-7 (16 U.S.C. 2104 Note, as revised February 28, 2003 to reflect sec. 323 of J.J. Res. 2 as enrolled), the Consolidated Appropriations Resolution, 2003, amending Public Law 105-277, sec. 347. This is a commercial item acquisition that has been tailored to fit the Government’s method of trading goods for services. Work includes performance of stewardship activities within the boundaries of this project as defined on the enclosed map “Hog Park CG Salvage Stewardship Contract Area Map” located in Attachments. The work required by this contract includes all of the requirements outlined herein and in the attachments, and includes, but is not limited to:

*Hazard trees will be felled, limbed, and skidded in the cutting units (see Appendix A);

*Timber harvest and removal and related work (see Appendix B);

*Road Maintenance T-Specifications (see Appendix C);

The Contractor shall provide everything necessary to perform this contract unless such items are specifically identified herein as Government-furnished property.

(b) Resulting Contract – The resultant contract will be a firm-fixed-price Task Order, including services and timber removal activities.

(c) Project Location – This project is located on the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests and is located southwest of Encampment, Wyoming. The project can be accessed from Encampment by traveling west on WY HWY 70 for approximately 6 miles to the junction with NFSR 550 (Hog Park Road). Travel NFSR 550 approximately 15 miles south to the junction with NFSR 496. Continue south on NFSR 496 to the junction of NFSR 496.1E, at this point the east portion of ITM 3 can accessed. The remaining units are to the west and can be located on the Contract Area Map. The project is located in T12N, R84W, Section 8, 6th P.M., Carbon County, Wyoming.

See Attachments for map.

2. USE OF BIOBASED PRODUCTS

The Contractor must comply with Section 9002 of the Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002 (FSRIA), Executive Order (EO) 13423, “Strengthening Federal Environmental, Energy, and Transportation Management,” and the Federal Acquisition Regulation to provide biobased products. The Contractor shall utilize products and material made from biobased materials to the maximum extent possible without jeopardizing the intended end use or detracting from the overall quality delivered to the end user. All supplies and materials shall be of a type and quality that conform to applicable Federal specifications and standards. All supplies and materials to be used in the performance of work described herein are subject to the approval of the Contracting Officer (CO).

The following is an example list of products that may be used in this contract. The list is not all inclusive. It is desirable that vendors be able to supply the greatest number of biobased products listed meeting the health and environmental specifications.

· 2-Cycle Engine Oils

· Hydraulic Fluids

· Greases – Multipurpose

· Engine Crankcase Oil

· Transmission Fluids

· Power Steering Fluids

Biobased products that are designated for preferred procurement under USDA’s BioPreferred program must meet the required minimum biobased content as stated in the USDA Final Rule available at www.biopreferred.gov. The Contractor should provide data for their biobased products such as biobased content. In addition to the biobased products designated by the U.S. Department of Agriculture in the BioPreferred Program, the Contractor is encouraged to use other commercially available biobased products. The Contractor shall submit with the initial proposal a complete list of biobased products, indicating the name of the manufacturer, cost of each material, and the intended use of each of the materials that are to be used in carrying out the requirements of the contract. Additionally, the winning Contractor on each anniversary date of the contract shall compile a complete list of biobased products, including the information above, purchased to carry out the contract requirements. The Contractor shall list volume to be used and total cost for each individual product. This information will be used for reporting purposes.

The Contractor shall comply with the provision at FAR 52.223-1, Biobased Product Certification. The Contractor shall comply with the clause at FAR 52.223-2, Affirmative Procurement of Biobased Products Under Service and Construction Contracts. Within thirty (30) days of contract award, the Contractor shall submit a Proposed Progress Schedule. This submittal shall be approved by the CO in writing. The Contractor shall not commence work until this submittal is approved by the CO in writing. The Plan must be reviewed and updated annually, and as required by the CO. The Plan must contain and define the following elements:

· The Contractor’s written policy stating its commitment to the use of biobased products and sound environmental management practices.

· Describe how the Contractor intends to keep abreast of the development and increasing availability of designated and non-designated biobased products and how any new or improved products will be incorporated on an ongoing basis into contract performance.

· Proposed biobased products which must be selected in accordance with the criteria included above.

· At a minimum, the Plan must identify products by brand name for each of the product types.

· The product guides which define standard operating procedures for instructing staff in the proper use, storage, and disposal of biobased products

NOTE: A Contractor may propose more than one product within a product category and/or propose a product or products addressing more than one product category.

The Contractor shall provide data on the quantity and dollar values of biobased products used in this contract. The data will be submitted to the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) quarterly. A demonstration of proper use, an effective training program, and technical assistance are essential to the success of the purchase and use of some biobased products that may function differently than a conventional product.

6. 52.211-10 COMMENCEMENT, PROSECUTION, AND COMPLETION OF WORK (APR 1984)

The Contractor shall be required to (a) commence work under this contract within 10 calendar days after receipt of Notice to Proceed, (b) prosecute the work diligently, and (c) complete the entire work ready for use not later than 12 months from date of contract award. The time stated for completion shall include final cleanup of the premises.

Timber Removal activities shall be scheduled and carried out in accordance with the Timber Removal Specifications in Appendix B and as approved by the Contracting Officer.

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AGAR 452.211-74 PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE (FEB 1988)

The period of performance for this contract is 12 months from date of contract award.

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AGAR 452.215-73 POST AWARD CONFERENCE (NOV 1996)

A post award conference with the successful offeror is required. It will be scheduled within 30 days after the date of contract award and after issuance of each task order. The conference will be held at: will be specified in the task order, and will include discussion of contract terms and work performance requirements, work progress schedule and fire prevention/suppression and safety plans.

26.

EROSION PREVENTION AND CONTROL

Contractor’s Operations shall be conducted reasonably to minimize soil erosion. Equipment shall not be operated when ground conditions are such that excessive damage will result. The kinds and intensity of erosion control work done by Contractor shall be adjusted to ground and weather conditions and the need for controlling runoff. Erosion control work shall be kept current immediately preceding expected seasonal periods of precipitation or runoff.

If Contractor fails to do seasonal erosion control work prior to any seasonal period of precipitation or runoff, Forest Service may temporarily assume responsibility for the work and any unencumbered deposits hereunder may be used by Forest Service to do the work. If needed for such work, Contractor shall make additional deposits on request by Forest Service. Any money deposited or used for this purpose shall be treated as cooperative deposits.

A. Skidding with tractors within 100 feet of live streams shall not be permitted except in places designated in advance by Forest Service, and in no event shall skid roads be located in live or intermittent streamcourses. Skid trails shall be located high enough out of draws, swales, and valley bottoms to permit diversion of runoff water to natural undisturbed forest ground cover.

B. Prior to periods of accelerated water runoff, especially during the spring runoff and periods of heavy rainfall, Contractor shall inspect and open culverts and drainage structures, construct special cross ditches for road runoff, and take other reasonable measures needed to prevent soil erosion and siltation of streams.

C. Unless otherwise agreed in writing, Contractor shall keep erosion control work current with his operations under the sale and in any case not later than 15 days after completion of skidding on each payment unit or cutting unit.

28.

PROTECTION OF RESIDUAL TREES

The contractor’s operations shall not unnecessarily damage residual trees. Residual trees are defined as POL and Sawtimber size trees.

Damage, as used herein, includes any injury to the living crown, bole, or roots of reserve trees. If areas are marked on the ground around such reserve trees, operation of heavy equipment or skidding of products within the area shall be considered to be damage to the tree.

29.

OPERATIONS

29.1 UNIT BOUNDARIES (4/07) The boundaries of work units are designated as shown in the following table. The trees used for boundary designation are not to be cut.

Cutting Unit Boundary Designation Table

Note: The south boundary of Unit 2 has not yet been designated on the ground. Unit 4 boundary has not yet been designated on the ground. The projected boundaries are shown on the Contract Area Map.

30.

DESIGNATIONS

30.1 - C.3 Timber Designations. Timber designated for cutting shall be confined to Contract Area, except as otherwise provided. Contract Area Map indicates subdivisions, if any, where Marking is to be done after advertisement, except for construction clearing, minor changes, and damaged timber. The boundaries of cutting units were plainly marked on ground before advertisement and are shown on Contract Area Map.

30.2 - C.3.2 Construction Clearing. All timber is designated for cutting that is within the clearing limits of roads constructed hereunder or is in other authorized clearings. All dead or unstable live trees are designated for cutting that are sufficiently tall to reach Contractor’s landings, work areas, or the roadbed of Specified and Temporary Roads when Marked in advance of work in the immediate area. Pieces meeting Utilization Standards from such dead or un-stable live trees shall be removed, unless there is agreement that to do so could damage the road. Such designation may be revised as part of agreed changes in road locations.

30.3 - C.3.2.2 Other Authorized Clearings. Timber within authorized clearings for Temporary Roads, landings, or other construction clearings is designated for cutting. Quantities of such timber are not included in Appendix B - Division A.

30.4 - C.3.7 Minor Changes. Within Contract Area, minor adjustments may be made in boundaries of cutting units or in the timber individually marked for cutting when acceptable to Contractor and Forest Service.

30.5 - C.4 Volume Estimate. The estimated volumes of timber by species designated for cutting and expected to be cut under Utilization Standards are listed in Appendix B - Division A and are not to be construed as guarantees or limitations of the timber volumes to be designated for cutting under the terms of this contract.

37.

FIRE PRECAUTIONS AND CONTROL

Specific fire prevention measures are listed in the contract, and shall be effective for the period May 1st – November 15th of each year. The Forest Service may change the dates of said period by advance written notice if justified by unusual weather or other conditions. Required tools and equipment shall be kept currently in serviceable condition and immediately available for initial attack on fires.

39.

USE OF ROADS BY CONTRACTOR

Except as provided herein, Contractor is authorized to use existing National Forest roads and Specified Roads, when such use will not cause damage to the roads or National Forest resources and when hauling can be done safely. If Contractor’s use of an existing temporary or National Forest system road cannot be satisfactorily accommodated without reconstruction, Contractor shall be authorized to use such road upon agreement as to the minimum reconstruction work that Contractor shall perform before hauling.

The Contract Area Map shows existing temporary or permanent roads that for such reasons as limitations in structural capacity, safety, and protection of soil, water, and roads:

(a) Cannot be used for log hauling or

(b) May be used only under the restrictive limitations stated therein.

Contractor's use of existing roads identified on Timber Removal Area Map by the following codes is prohibited or subject to restrictive limitations, unless agreed otherwise:

Code Use Limitations

X Hauling prohibited

R Hauling restricted

U Unsuitable for hauling prior to completion of agreed reconstruction

P Use prohibited

A Public use restriction

W Regulation waiver

KO Keep Open

Roads coded A will be signed by the Forest Service to inform the public of use restrictions. Contractor's use of roads coded R, A, or W shall be in accordance with the following restrictions:

Restricted Road List

Road

40.

ROAD MAINTENANCE

Contractor shall maintain roads, commensurate with Contractor’s use, in accordance with Road Maintenance Requirements and the Road Maintenance T-Specifications located in Appendix C. Performance of road maintenance work by Contractor may be required prior to, during, or after each period of use. The timing of work accomplishment shall be based on Contractor’s Operating Schedule.

When two or more commercial users are simultaneously using the same road where Forest Service is not requiring maintenance deposits, the commercial users will develop maintenance responsibilities and arrangements for accomplishing the work. Forest Service must agree to this plan. If the commercial users cannot agree on maintenance responsibilities, Forest Service shall resolve the differences. If Contractor elects to use different roads than those listed, Forest Service shall determine Contractor’s commensurate share of road maintenance and revise road maintenance deposits. If Forest Service cannot perform its full commensurate share of road maintenance, Forest Service shall make a cash payment to Contractor for performance of such work.

Unless agreed in writing, prehaul maintenance shall be completed on any portion of road prior to hauling on that portion. Maintenance, as used in this contract, does not include road reconstruction or repairs of an extraordinary nature.

Contractor shall maintain roads in accordance with the following Contract Road Maintenance Requirements Summary:

Contract Road Maintenance Requirements Summary

T-800

P = Contractor Performance Item, D = Deposit to Forest Service, D3 = Deposit to Third Party

D

D

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43. SAFETY

Project specific traffic safety signing:

Traffic Sign Requirements/Plan (FHTR Hog Park CG Salvage Stewardship) Warning of hazardous or potentially hazard conditions associated with the contractor operations are needed. All of these warning signs must be retroreflective to show the same shape and color by both day and night. These signs must meet MUTCD (Manual on Uniform Traffic Devices) standards.

A minimum of 4 signs are required on open roads with reflective orange background and black legend & border. All signs are planned on National Forest System Roads (NFSR) 80 & 496. Placement of signs on existing posts with existing signs will not be allowed.

Note: Additional warning signs may be required during contract operations.

“LOG TRUCKS” (sign number FW21-4b) is consistent wording along NFSR 80 at the 496/80 junction (in Colorado) and at the east forest boundary (in Colorado). On NFSR 496 these signs will be required at the 496/496.1E junction (in Wyoming) and 496/80 junction (in Colorado).

Signs need to be mounted on 4”x 4” posts, 6 to 12 feet from edge of road and 7 foot to bottom of sign from the road surface, per EM-7100-15 (Sign and Poster Guidelines for the Forest Service).

Locations for signs are:

1) NFSR 80 – FW21-4b – 75’ east of NFSR 496/80 junction for east bound traffic.

2) NFSR 80 – FW21-4b – At the forest boundary (milepost 21.97 on NFSR 80) for west bound traffic.

3) NFSR 496 – FW21-4b – 75’ west of NFSR 496/80 junction for west bound traffic.

4) NFSR 496 – FW21-4b – 75’ west of NFSR 496/496.1E junction for east bound traffic.

47. PROTECTION OF IMPROVEMENTS

So far as practicable, Contractor shall protect Specified Roads and other improvements (such as roads, trails, telephone lines, ditches, and fences):

(a) Existing in the operating area,

(b) Determined to have a continuing need or use, and

(c) Designated on Contract Area Map There are many protected improvements identified on the Contract Area Map, improvements include but are not limited to; gates, fire rings, picnic tables, tent pads, site posts, water hydrants, propane tank, electric hookup, information signs, structures, water drains, stairs, underground waterlines, and a boat ramp.

48. WORK AREA OPERATIONS RESTRICTIONS

Unless otherwise agreed in writing, sale operations shall be discontinued in the Payment Unit(s)/Cutting Unit(s) listed below during the period indicated:

Work Area Operation Restriction Schedule Subdivision/

Cutting Unit

54. NORMAL OPERATING SEASON

The normal operating season for all work on this contract (service and timber harvest) is from June 15 through October 15 of each year. The contractor should not expect to be able to work outside of the normal operating season; however, the government may allow the contractor to work outside of the normal operating season if the contracting officer determines that it is in the best interest of the government.

60. EROSION CONTROL SEEDING

Following completion of skidding and yarding operations in an area, Contractor shall seed and fertilize all exposed areas of raw soil as designated by the Forest Service on skid trails, landings, firebreaks, slides, slumps, Temporary Roads and traveled ways of Specified Road following closure.

Specified roads following closure needed to be seeded: none

Soil on areas to be seeded shall be left in a roughened condition favorable to the retention and germination of the seed. Scarification of traveled ways on Specified Roads listed above shall be to a minimum depth of N/A inches and a maximum depth of N/A inches

Seed and fertilizer shall be spread evenly at the rate of 25 pounds of seed and 0 pounds of fertilizer per acre.

When fertilizer and seed are applied in separate operations, the second operation shall be carried out within 72 hours of the first.

Seeding shall be done during the period September 15 to December 31 and under the above specified conditions unless otherwise approved.

The kinds and amounts of seed to be sown in terms of pure live seed (PLS) shall be:

Big bluegrass (Poa ampla) or Canby bluegrass

(Poa canbyi) 4%

All seed purchased will be certified to be free of the noxious weed seeds from weeds listed on the current "All States Noxious Weeds List." Test results from a certified seed analyst and seed analysis labels attached to the bags will be provided to the Forest Service.

The following kinds and amounts of standard commercial fertilizer shall be used with guaranteed analysis of contents clearly marked on containers:

Type of Fertilizer

Pounds Per Acre

N/A

N/A 62.

LIST OF ATTACHMENTS

The following attachments are made a part of this solicitation and any resultant contract.

Attachment 1: Vicinity and Contract Area Map, 2 pages

Appendices:

Appendix A - Work Activity Items, - Terms and Specifications Appendix B - Stewardship Contract Timber Removal Specifications Appendix C – Road Maintenance T-Specifications

SOLICITATION PROVISIONS

52.223-1 Biobased Product Certification (Dec 2007)

As required by the Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002 and the Energy Policy Act of 2005 (7 U.S.C. 8102(c)(3), the offeror certifies, by signing this offer, that biobased products (within categories of products listed by the United States Department of Agriculture in 7 CFR part 2902, subpart B) to be used or delivered in the performance of the contract, other than biobased products that are not purchased by the offeror as a direct result of this contract, will comply with the applicable specifications or other contractual requirements.

ADDENDUM TO FAR 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors – Commercial Items

(m) - General Instructions. Proposals submitted in response to this solicitation shall be furnished in the following format with the numbers of copies as specified below.

(1) - The proposal must include a technical proposal and business proposal. Each of the parts shall be separate and complete so that evaluation of one may be accomplished independently from evaluation of the other. The technical proposal must not contain reference to cost; however, resource information (such as data concerning labor hours and categories, materials, subcontracts, etc.) must be contained in the technical proposal so that the contractor's understanding of the statement of work may be evaluated.

(2) - Offerors may, at their discretion, submit alternate proposals or proposals which deviate from the requirement; provided, that an offeror also submit a proposal for performance of the work as specified in the statement of work. Any "alternate" proposal may be considered if overall performance would be improved or not compromised, and if it is in the best interest of the Government. Alternate proposals, or deviations from any requirement of this RFP, must be clearly identified.

(3) - The Government will evaluate proposals in accordance with the evaluation criteria set forth in FAR 52.212-2 of this solicitation.

(4) - Offerors shall submit their proposal(s) in the following format and the quantities specified:

(a) 1 copy of the completed, signed offer (including a completed copy of the representations and certifications at FAR 52.212-3)

(b) 3 copies of the technical proposal

(c) 1 copy of the business/cost proposal

(n) Technical Proposal Instructions. Technical proposals will be evaluated to determine the ability of the contractor to meet the requirements of the Government. Therefore, the technical proposal must present sufficient information to reflect a thorough understanding of the requirements and a detailed description of the organization, techniques, procedures and program for achieving the objectives of the specifications/statement of work. Proposals that merely paraphrase the requirements of the Government's specifications/statement of work, or use such phrases as "will comply" or "standard techniques will be employed" will be considered unacceptable and will not be considered further. As a minimum, the proposal must clearly provide the following:

(1) - The technical proposals will be evaluated on the basis of the following criteria:

(i) Past Performance (List of References). The technical proposal must address past performance for both the Offeror and proposed major subcontractors. OFFERORS SHOULD PROVIDE ONLY THE INFORMATION LISTED BELOW. PERFORMANCE INFORMATION WILL BE REQUESTED FROM REFERENCES PROVIDED.

(A) Submit a list of similar project work that was completed by your firm or any of your probable subcontractors in the last 3 years. Emphasis is placed on past work specifically related to the work elements in the solicitation. Provide:

· Names, telephone numbers and FAX number of principal officials in charge of the project that are familiar with your performance.

· A description of the work performance,

· The agency/company or individuals you worked for,

· The size (value) and location of the contracts,

· Contract numbers.

Provide information on any problems encountered on the identified contracts and corrective actions taken.

Individuals or businesses without prior contracts as a business entity, should list contracts and subcontracts completed under other names or by their employees.

The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has authorized Federal agencies to collect past performance information under OMB clearance number 9000-0142. Both the information provided in the proposal, and Government records will be used to evaluate the Offeror's past performance; however, references other than those listed may also be contacted.

(B) At the option of the Offeror, this list of past performance references may be provided prior to the due date of proposals, reference Block 7 of the Solicitation, Offer and Award Form. However, the list MUST be provided NO LATER than the due date/time of Proposals.

(o) Business Proposal Instructions.

(1) Price Proposal. Complete Schedule of Supplies/ Services, for all items listed.

(2) Business Proposal.

Specifically identify your financial capability and plan to pay employees and suppliers until revenue is generated from the timber activities.

FAR 52.212-2 Evaluation – Commercial Items (JAN 1999)

(a) The Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered.

Proposals will be evaluated using the tradeoff process. This process allows the government to award to other than the lowest priced or highest technically rated proposal. Since award may be made without further negotiations, proposals should be submitted in the most favorable terms that the vendor can offer. Firms lacking a past performance record (e.g., new firms or those with no relevant experience within their organization) will be treated as an unknown performance risk, receiving a neutral score in this criteria. Proposals shall be prepared and submitted in accordance with FAR 52.212-1 and the Addendum to FAR 52.212-1.

All technical factors when combined, are approximately equal to cost or price. Past Performance is the most important technical factor; all other technical factors are approximately equal in value. The technical factors and subfactors listed below shall be used to evaluate all offers.

1. Past Performance:

In addition to the information requested in ___________for past performance, contractors may also discuss past accomplishments that indicate your firm's ability to perform the work required by this solicitation. The government will contact a sample of your past customers to determine your rating for this factor. Any offeror who does not have a record of relevant past performance or for whom information on past performance is not available will receive a rating of neutral. The following sub-factors are equal in value and will be evaluated to determine the overall rating for past performance:

A. Compliance with Contract Specifications

B. Timeliness of Performance

C. Business Relations - between the contractor and contracting entity; between contractor and subcontractors

D. Customer Satisfaction

ADDENDUM TO FAR 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications--Commercial Items:

1. MIGRANT AND SEASONAL AGRICULTURAL WORKER PROTECTION ACT

In accordance with the Migrant Seasonal and Agricultural Worker Protection Act (MSWPA) (29 USC 1801-1872) the offeror states that it:

Has applied for a MSWPA Registration Number

Has been issued MSWPA Registration Number

Has not applied for a number

Will not apply because it does not currently have employees and does not plan to hire employees.

An employer who anticipates hiring employees and who anticipates the possibility of bidding on a federal contract in the future should submit an application to obtain the Registration Number.

Applications for registration numbers should be made on Form WH-510 which is available at your State Employment Service Offices. Questions concerning application should be directed to the State Employment Office or to:

Denver Colorado District Office

ESA Wage & Hour Division

1999 Broadway, Suite 2445

P.O. Box 46550

Denver, CO 80202-3025

p. 1-866-487-9243

Completed forms should be mailed to the appropriate U.S. Department of Labor Office above.

A valid U.S. Department of Labor Registration Number must be supplied to the Contracting Officer prior to issuance of a Notice to Proceed with the work. Failure to provide such number within 30 days of award is grounds for termination of your contract.

AGAR 452.237-71 PRE-BID/PRE-PROPOSAL CONFERENCE (FEB 1988)

(a) - The Government is planning a pre-bid/pre-proposal conference, during which potential offerors may obtain a better understanding of the work required.

(b) - Offerors are requested and encouraged to submit all questions in writing at least five (5) days prior to the conference. Questions will be considered at any time prior to or during the conference, however offerors will be asked to confirm verbal questions in writing. Subsequent to the conference, an amendment to the solicitation containing a summary of the questions and answers, and a list of attendees, will be disseminated.

(c) - Questions may be addressed to Richard Braun at: p.(303) 275-5264, f.(303) 275-5299, rabraun@fs.fed.us.

(d) - The Government assumes no responsibility for any expense incurred by an offeror prior to contract award.

(e) - Offerors are cautioned that, notwithstanding any remarks or clarifications given at the conference, all terms and conditions of the solicitation remain unchanged unless they are changed by amendment to the solicitation. If the answers to conference questions, or any solicitation amendment, create ambiguities, it is the responsibility of the offeror to seek clarification prior to submitting an offer.

(f) - The conference will be held:

Date:

Time:

Location: