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Grand Bay NWR June 17, 2021

STATEMENT OF WORK

Grand Bay National Wildlife Refuge Rehabilitate Escatawpa Trail and Boardwalks

Moss Point, MS South Atlantic-Gulf & Mississippi Basin

June 17, 2021

PART 1. GENERAL

1.1. The contractor shall supply all materials, labor, supplies, equipment, supervision and any other incidentals to perform all operations required to complete the work in Grand Bay National Wildlife Refuge. The Escatawpa Trail is located at 30.461792, -88.437570. See Appendix A for approximation map.

1.2. The FWS Division of Engineering Project Manager for this project is Betina Latiker. Any questions regarding the statement of work and technical matters shall be directed to Betina Latiker, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, 1875 Century Blvd., Atlanta, GA 30345.

Telephone: 404/ 638-8482 Email: betina_latiker@fws.gov.

1.3. A Pre-Proposal Meeting will be held at Grand Bay National Wildlife Refuge Office at Estawa Trail, Moss Point, MS 39562. The time and date of this meeting will be mutually agreed upon by the Refuge representatives, prospective contractors, Contracting Officer and USFWS Project Manager.

A. The purpose of the meeting will be to visit the sites, review existing conditions, and discuss the performance requirements of the project. Contact the Station to obtain best access to the Refuge sites.

B. The Contractor shall verify all quantities and distances. Drawings are not available.

1.4. General Requirements: Design in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and Local codes and regulations (latest edition at the time of contract award) with the following establishing the minimum requirements:

A. International Building Code, latest edition B. NFPA 101 Life Safety Code C. OSHA Regulations (Federal and State) D. Clean Water Act E. Architectural Barriers Act F. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accessibility Guidelines

1.5. Work is comprised of design, permitting, deconstruction, construction and other services required by the Contract Documents, including procuring and furnishing all materials, equipment, services and labor reasonably inferable from the Contract Documents.

PART 2. DESCRIPTION OF WORK (Product Data Submittal for all items in this section)

2.1 Bid Item No. 1 (Rehab Trail and Boardwalk): (Work Order 2017289330) Remove existing deck boards and kick boards and replace with new boards. Install safety rail at outlook area . Clear and grub trail and outlook area. Install new paving mat system.

Remove damaged paving mate and replace with new. Install gravel. All proposed structures shall meet Federal Public Accessibility Standards.

A. Remove existing Main Boardwalk decking, kick boards, and metal fasteners. Replace with engineered wood decking equal to WearDeck, fastened with stainless steel screws using predrilled holes. Metal fasteners shall be hot dipped galvanized. Verify existing joist spacing meets the manufactures recommendation. A minimum 25-year warranty required. Slope ramps to grade. Provide transition material from boardwalk to grade, see Appendix B. Color to be determined (TBD) by manufacturer’s full range.

(4 structures at appx. 3,300 sq ft total)

B. Remove 20-25 feet of decking and structure of the Inner Boardwalk Loop at its intersections with the Main Boardwalk and fill gab with toe-board. Abandon remaining Inter Boardwalk in place.

C. Provide 42 inches high guardrail, construct with pressure-treated lumber, min 200lb load capacity. Pickets shall be full height with a maximum separation of 4 inches. The bottom rail shall be 2 inches off the deck with engineered wood top rail. Depress a 6 feet section of guardrail to 36 inches height. See Appendix C. Provide steps from lower grade to higher grade, with handrail. Metal fasteners shall be hot dipped galvanized.

Coordinate with FWS for location. (Appx. 25 LF)

D. Clear vegetation along trail, 3 feet on either side of trail and boardwalks and 10 feet overhead. Clear and grub undergrowth, bushes, and small tree at Overlook area.

Coordinate with FWS.

E. Remove and replace select gravel paving mat system equal to TrueGrid Pro Plus.

Follow manufacture’s installing requirements. Install new paving mat at Overlook area and at areas mats were removed. Match existing mat size and finish gravel size. Mat system shall be UV compliant with a load capacity for motorized equipment. (Appx.

600 sq ft)

F. Install gravel (3/4” dia. washed river rock) in low waterlogged area. See Appendix B.

(Appx. 200 sq ft of area)

G. Install owner provided bench.

PART 3. CONSTRUCTION NOTES

3.1. Provide a project schedule reflective of the critical path or other phase of work at the Preconstruction Meeting for approval.

3.2. Develop and provide a submittal register and update this Register as submittals are logged and processed. Submittals shall be sequentially numbered. A completed submittal register shall be submitted with the Project Closeout Documents. The Contractor’s Site Superintendent shall maintain a file of approved submittals for reference purposes. This Submittal file shall be subject to inspection by the FWS without advance notice. Product samples may be required.

3.3. The surrounding area will be used and maintained by refuge personnel and volunteers.

Care should be taken to coordinate all construction activities with the Refuge personnel.

The contractor shall have the ultimate responsibility for safety on the project site at all time, from issuance of the Notice to Proceed until final completion and acceptance of the project by the Contracting Officer. Ensure that all onsite activates, equipment, and facilities constructed by the contractor, subcontractor, or supplier conform fully to the standards of the Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 29 CFR 1926 and 1910; and DOI and FWS polices.

3.4. Before work begins, the contractor shall coordinate with local utility companies to locate and protect all utilities traversing the Project.

3.5. Maintain in operating condition all active utilities service other facilities. Repair any damage to active utilities servicing remaining facilities. All work will be in accordance with local, state and national building codes and local regulations governing the utility concerned.

3.6. Furnish all temporary facilities and utilities as needed including heat, light, power, telephone, sanitary facilities, job offices, material handling equipment, temporary construction aides, and storage enclosures; except if suitable water is present at the site, it may be used for construction purposed at no cost if it does not adversely impact the operations of the station. The contractor is responsible for all temporary connections and disconnections.

3.7. The contractor shall install and maintain barricades and warning devices as necessary to safeguard the public, workers, and government personnel.

3.8. All construction debris and/or demolished materials will become the contractor’s property and shall be removed from the site and disposed of in a legal manner.

3.9. Construction grounds shall be kept clean and organized throughout duration of construction. Daily trash pickup will be required, as adjacent sites will be continually in service.

3.10. Government buildings and other facilities are not available for storage of contractor’s materials, equipment, and tools. Government owned equipment is not available for contractor’s use to accomplish any Work.

3.11. Housing for workers and campsites are not available on site.

3.12. Dispose construction debris off Refuge property in a legal manner.

3.13. PAYMENT PROCEDURES

A. Payment: Payment will be made monthly for approved work performed in accordance with the contract requirements under the items listed in the Schedule of Items and based on the approved Schedule of Values.

B. Schedule of Values: Prepare a Schedule of Values in the format of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) form number G702/703 Application and Certificate for Payment (or approved equivalent format). Submit a detailed Schedule of Values no less than 7 calendar days prior to the start of on-site construction work.

C. Payment Request Data: In addition to data required by the Contracting Officer:

a) Format the Schedule of Values to match the Schedule of Items and show adequate additional detail to allow accurate calculation of monthly progress payments; and

b) Submit updated construction schedule identifying actual work complete.

3.14. CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

A. Maintenance Materials: Deliver maintenance materials to Station Manager, coordinate location of storage. (Provide consumable items in such quantities as needed for the first year of operation.)

B. Final Inspection: Submit a request in writing to the CO requesting the Final

Inspection. Notify the COR at least 10 calendar days prior to the anticipated date of completion of all work. The COR will proceed with Final Inspection as promptly as practicable. The time required for such Final Inspection and for making any corrections as a result thereof shall be included in the contract performance time.

The Contractor representative responsible for the work shall be present at the Final Inspection and shall submit a preliminary list of unfinished work prior to Final Inspection.

3.15. CLOSEOUT DOCUMENTS

A. Operation and Maintenance Manuals: Submit 3 copies of Operation and

Maintenance manual (two to the FWS field station and one to the FWS Regional Office Engineering). The manuals shall be clear, well organized, clearly indexed, tabbed, highlighted, tailored to the specific make, model, and wiring configuration of the systems; and shall include schedules and instructions for routine operation, trouble shooting, and periodic maintenance. The manuals shall include complete parts lists keyed to suppliers (name, address, websites, and telephone numbers for each).

B. Operational Permits: Provide copies of all approved operational permits. Include a list of all monitoring requirements and monitoring frequencies.

C. Submit fully executed manufacturer's standard material, product, and equipment warranties.

D. Submit any requested regulatory-agency clearance documents indicating the work complies with their requirements such as finalized plumbing/gas/electrical inspections.

E. After completion of the work and prior to final payment, submit a Release of

Claims (Form DI-137 provided by the Contracting Officer), properly executed by the Design-Builder, releasing claims against the United States arising out of this contract, other than claims specifically excepted from the operation of the release.

3.16. PROJECT ACCESSIBILITY

A. The contractor shall coordinate with the Mississippi Welcome Center to coordinated access to public parking.

B. This project is in a wood area with limited access. During heavy rain events the trail may become waterlogged and boggy.

C. Contractor shall take precaution to preserve the condition of the trail and restore any damage to existing condition.

PART 4. PROJECT CONTACTS

4.1. Questions regarding the Site shall be directed to:

U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Grand Bay National Wildlife Refuge 7200 Crane Ln Gautier, MS 39553 Contact: Melissa L. Perez, Refuge Manager Telephone: 228/497-6322 ext. 106

4.2. Questions regarding the scope of work and technical matters shall be directed to:

US Fish & Wildlife Services Division of Engineering South Atlantic-Gulf & Mississippi Basin 1875 Century Boulevard Atlanta, GA 30345 Contact: Betina Latiker, Project Manager Telephone: 404/638-8482

LIST OF ATTACHMENTS

Appendix A – Location and Aerial Maps

Appendix B – Existing Site Photos

Appendix C - Guardrail

END OF STATEMENT

Appendix A:

Project Location and Access

Figure 1: Aerial photo showing location of Escatawpa Trail, Grand Bay National Wildlife Refuge

Figure 2: Aerial photo showing site locations.

Appendix B:

Existing Site Photos

Typical Decking:

Overlook Area:

Typical Boardwalk:

Damage paving mat:

Transition material:

Wet area along trail:

Appendix C:

Guardrail

New Guardrail Example: