Att. 2 Statement of Work 250606.pdf

Lincoln Woods Trail Reconstruction Pemigewasset Ranger District White Mountain National Forest Lincoln, New Hampshire

SECTION C – DESCRIPTION AND SPECIFICATIONS

C-1 - PROJECT DESCRIPTION

C1-a) Introduction – The Forest Service (FS) is soliciting bids for the slope stabilization and reconstruction of a portion of the Lincoln Woods Trail NFST 97215 near Lincoln, NH within the White Mountain National Forest, Pemigewasset Ranger District.

The contractor shall provide all expertise, labor, supervision, services, equipment, tools, supplies, coordination with utilities, transportation, and incidentals necessary to complete the work described. The desired outcome is the reconstruction of the Lincoln Woods Trail, including slope stabilization and revetment installation per the standards and plans attached to this solicitation, and adherence to the contract awarded. The awarded contract shall constitute the entire agreement including all terms and conditions applicable to the contract. Work shall be completed as shown in the drawings, maps, specifications, and exhibits as referenced or included in this contract, and in accordance with applicable federal state and local regulations.

C1-b) Description of Work – Work includes the mobilization, coffer dam plans and installation, site work, slope stabilization, repair of the Lincoln Woods Trail, and restoration of the disturbed area.

C1-c) Project Location – The Lincoln Woods Trail is located along the west bank of the East Branch Pemigewasset River, accessed from Route 112 in Lincoln, New Hampshire (44.073435°N, 71.584604°W). See also, vicinity map enclosed.

C1-d) Price Range – $1,000,000 to $5,000,000

C1-e) Pre-bid Tour – A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for 6/12/25 at 9:30am Eastern. No additional pre-bid tour is planned.

Prospective bidders wishing to visit the site on their own may obtain directional information by contacting Scott Lees at the Forest Supervisor's Office, White Mountain National Forest, Campton, New Hampshire, telephone (603) 348-0133, or can call the Pemigewasset District Office, Campton, New Hampshire, telephone (603) 348-3000.

C1-f) Start Work – It is estimated that work will begin around November 1, 2025. Site disturbing activities shall be performed consistent with the periods of restriction noted in Plans, Permits, or other instruction.

C1-g) Period of Performance – Work Shall be completed by October 1, 2026. The Period of Performance includes pre-construction and construction activities such as: submittal of proposed schedules, ordering and delivery of materials; and performance of the work.

C1-h) Government Furnished Materials – No materials are to be provided by the government.

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C1-i) Use of Environmentally-Preferable Materials – Contractor shall use in the work, and incorporate into finished product, bio-preferred materials and supplies whenever available and practical. Submit to the COR for approval prior to ordering materials, product sheets and manufacturer’s information, indicating environmentally preferable content.

C-2 - PROJECT OPERATIONS

C2-a) Permits – The Government has acquired the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) permit. The Contractor shall obtain additional permits, or amendments to Government-obtained permit, as necessary for their operations as required by local, state, and federal regulations.

C2-b) Staging Area – The Contractor shall coordinate with the COR on a staging area location(s). The Contractor shall operate all equipment and store, transport, and handle materials in a manner that will not damage the existing roads, parking lots, and landscaping.

C2-c) Landscape Preservation – The Contractor shall confine operations to within the clearing limits designated, and prevent the depositing of rocks, excavated materials, stumps, or other debris outside these limits and in accordance with permit issued by US Army Corps of Engineers.

Equipment shall be clean and properly maintained. All equipment shall be cleaned and inspected by the COR prior to mobilization and arrival on Forest Service land. Leaking or faulty equipment shall be repaired or removed. Refueling, greasing, or servicing of equipment shall be in controlled areas away from surface waters.

If, prior to or during work, items of archaeological, paleontological, or historic value are reported or discovered, or an unknown deposit of such items is disturbed, the Contractor shall immediately cease work in the area so affected. Contractor will then notify the Forest Service and will not resume work until written approval is given by the authorized officer.

C2-d) Erosion Control – The Contractor is responsible for implementing temporary erosion control.

Maintain erosion control measures, and improve and replace immediately any non-functioning measures, throughout the course of the project and until site stabilization has been reestablished.

Schedule and conduct operations to minimize erosion of soils and to prevent silting or muddying of stream, rivers, irrigations systems, or impoundments, in accordance with permit from USACE.

C2-e) Dewatering – The Contractor is responsible for all dewatering activities. Conduct dewatering suitable to protect the landscape from the activities, and as needed to isolate the work from streams and protect the work from damage.

C2-f) Spill Prevention – The Contractor shall prepare for approval, and adhere to, a Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasures Plan suitable to protect environment from the Contractor’s operations.

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Pollutants such as fuels, lubricants, bitumens, sewage, hazardous, or otherwise harmful shall be controlled at the site and prevented from release to the environment. All contaminated soil, vegetation or debris resulting from Contractor’s operation shall be immediately contained and within 24 hours shall be removed from site and legally disposed.

Dispose of any materials containing hazardous substances legally off National Forest System lands.

C2-g) Electrical – There is no electrical service on this project.

C2-h) Services – Potable Water and Toilet Facilities are not available in this location. The Contractor is responsible for providing temporary sanitation facilities as necessary.

C2-i) Existing Utilities – The Contractor shall ensure locations of any utilities prior to excavation, trenching, or other ground disturbing activity. The Contractor shall be responsible for protecting or otherwise replacing utilities damaged by Contractor’s operations.

C2-j) Security and Protection – Security is the Contractor’s responsibility. Limit access to the construction area to persons involved in the work. Provide secure storage for materials that are stored on site. Secure completed work as required to prevent loss.

C2-k) Maintenance of Traffic – The Contractor shall have all temporary construction signs and traffic control measures in place prior to beginning work. Traffic Control plan to be approved by COR. The Contractor is authorized to use roads under the jurisdiction of the Forest Service for all activities necessary to complete this contract, subject to limitations and authorizations shown on the Plans or specified under this contract, when such use will not damage the roads or National Forest resources, and when traffic can be accommodated safely.

The Lincoln Woods Trail will be closed to the public during construction up to, including, and beyond the project site.

Any emergency vehicle shall be allowed immediate reasonable passage.

C2-l) Protection of Improvements – The Contractor shall complete sequences of construction activity to prevent damage to equipment, material, and articles incorporated into the work covered by this contract. Contractor shall replace, or repair, as approved by the CO any improvements, covered under this contract or already existing, damaged by contractor's operations.

Before shutting down operations, take all necessary precautions to prevent damage to the project; and provide for protection of surface drainage and minimization of erosion and prevention of spills.

C2-m) Site Cleanup – The Contractor shall be responsible for solid waste disposal and personnel sanitation. The Contractor shall always keep the area in a clean, neat, and orderly condition.

Construction related debris including, but not limited to; used motor oil, oil cans, grease cartridges, and refuse shall be removed promptly from the site and disposed of in a lawful manner off National Forest

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System lands. Fees for the use of landfills or transfer stations shall be paid for by the Contractor if there is a charge.

C2-n) Other Operations – The contractor shall avoid interference with the operations of other contractors or projects in the area.

C-3- SPECIFICATIONS

This project uses the Standard Specifications for Construction of Roads and Bridges on Federal Highway Projects (FP-14), U.S. Customary Units; available by reference and download from https://flh.fhwa.dot.gov/resources/specs/fp-14/fp14.pdf

Supplemental specifications are included with this project as attached, see Section J.

C-4 – PROSECUTION OF WORK

The Contractor shall conduct work within the work periods listed in C-1f and C-1g, and in accordance with applicable permits or regulations. Activities not otherwise restricted may be scheduled at contractor’s preference, when consistent with material limitations, manufacturer’s instructions, and in accordance with approved work schedule and suitable advance notification as required. Work shall be conducted safely, performed diligently, in a workmanlike manner adhering to Specifications and instructions, and be completed promptly. Contractor shall not suspend work area prior to implementing appropriate stabilization and site protection measures, and without approval of COR.

C-5 – SUBMITTAL AND NOTIFICATIONS

In addition to submittal of permits, bonds, and other forms required under the contract provisions; below is a summary of key submittals and timeline. Contractor shall refer to and adhere to applicable submittals and certifications noted in the Specifications for complete requirements.

Submittal Schedule:

ITEM TIMELINE

Contractor’s Safety Plan and Traffic Control Plan Upon Issuance of Notice to Proceed Contractor’s Spill Prevention ,Control, and

Countermeasures Plan Upon Issuance of Notice to Proceed

List of Subcontractors and Suppliers* Upon Issuance of Notice to Proceed Contractor’s Quality-Control Plan Upon Issuance of Notice to Proceed List of Emergency contact names, numbers and title of personnel.

2 weeks before mobilization

Construction Schedule 4 weeks before mobilization Designation of Contractor’s on-site superintendent 2 weeks before mobilization Proper Invoices As required Progress certifications and quantity measurements With Invoices Certificates of Payment With Invoices Certified Payroll Reports Weekly https://flh.fhwa.dot.gov/resources/specs/fp-14/fp14.pdf

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* "List of Subs & Suppliers" assumes that an Item which meets Specifications as written is supplied. Evaluation of product substitution requires review and approval by the CO/COR and may require longer schedule.

Notification Schedule:

The following events require an advance written notification to the COR. Notifications may be faxed, mailed, emailed, or hand delivered.

EVENT PRIOR NOTICE REQUIRED

Change in Schedule As soon as identified Change in Subcontractors or Suppliers As soon as identified Intent to close site or alter public traffic 21 days Intent to mobilize or to suspend 30 days Intent to deliver structural components 14 days Intent to install incidental or ancillary items As progressing

SECTION C – DESCRIPTION AND SPECIFICATIONS