STATEMENT OF WORK (SoW) May 2026

AIRFIELD GROUNDS MAINTENANCE at Rota IAP, CMNI

1. Description of Services The Contractor shall provide grounds maintenance clearing services, including all personnel, equipment, tools, supervision, and other items necessary to perform services at Rota International Airport (PGRO). The initial clearing will cover a approximately 200,000 square feet of ramp, which is currently overgrown with vegetation and debris. Appendices below will provide an area map and estimated workloads depicting the services described in this SoW.

2. Initial Airfield Clearing Services The Contractor shall provide all management, licenses, tools, supplies, equipment, transportation, and labor necessary to remove vegetation from a minimum of 200,000 square feet of ramp to ensure the safe operation of the airfield. This includes removing vegetation from expansion joints, cracks in the pavement, and other hard surfaces within six (6) feet of the designated airfield section. The Contractor must use equipment and procedures appropriate for the area to maintain a professional appearance and safe environment for flightline operations. The Contractor shall comply with all applicable federal, state, local, DoD, and Air Force regulations, plans, and policies. Specifically, the Contractor must follow the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards, environmental regulations (e.g., CFR 1910, 1925, 150-189, 171), and other related statutes.

2.1. Scope of Work

• Vegetation Removal: All weeds growing in cracks and on the surface shall be cleared.

• Debris Removal: All debris, including FOD (Foreign Object Debris), shall be removed to ensure the area is safe for aircraft operations.

2.2 Deliverables

• Complete removal of vegetation and debris from a minimum of 200,000 square feet of airfield ramp.

• Confirmation from the designated Government representative that the area is cleared and safe for aircraft operations.

3. Period of Performance

• Airfield Clearing: Must be completed no later than June 10th. Government personnel will arrive on-site and conduct the formal inspection and final acceptance on or about June 15th. The Contractor shall coordinate with the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) to finalize the exact inspection schedule upon the arrival of Government personnel.

4. Work Schedule The Contractor shall submit a work schedule to the Contracting Officer (CO) or Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) after award for review and approval before a Notice to Proceed will be issued. The work schedule must outline milestones and dates for the airfield clearing work. The area must be cleared and inspected by the designated government representative by June 10th. The Contractor must adhere to this schedule and request prior approval from the CO or COR for any changes or deviations. Any changes to the schedule must be communicated and approved by the CO or COR.

4.1 Hours of Operation & Scheduling

Standard work hours for the ramp clearing are 0700 to 1700, Monday through Friday.

The Contractor must remain flexible and adjust these clearing times as directed by the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) or Airfield Management to avoid interference with fluctuating flight schedules.

5. Access and Coordination with Airfield The Contractor is responsible for obtaining all necessary installation and airfield access. The Contractor shall coordinate directly with Airfield Management to process and obtain all required personnel passes, vehicle passes, and specific airfield driving authorizations prior to the commencement of work.

6. Permits, Licenses, and Certifications

6.1. Permits and Licenses The contractor shall obtain and maintain any necessary permits, licenses, and certifications required to perform the work. This includes compliance with all relevant Federal, State, County, and local laws, codes, and regulations. Documentation of such requirements must be made available to the Government for review.

6.2. Vehicle and Licensing Requirements * All contractor employees who will be driving a vehicle on the airfield must have a current driver’s license with them at all times while on Rota International Airport. * All contractor vehicles operated on the airfield must have valid registration and insurance. Proof of registration and insurance must be available on-site at all times. * Any contractor employee operating heavy equipment or specialized equipment that requires a license or certification must provide proof of certification to the CO prior to beginning work.

7. Environmental Requirements and Spill Control

7.1. Environmental Requirements The contractor shall comply with all applicable Federal, State, and local environmental codes and regulations. The contractor is responsible for following safe environmental practices during operations. There are currently no pre-approved chemicals or herbicides authorized for this requirement. Should the Contractor determine that chemical application is necessary, they must submit a formal written request specifying the proposed chemical(s) to the Contracting Officer (CO) and COR. No chemicals shall be applied without prior written approval from the CO.

7.2. Spill Controls The contractor will be responsible for all spills, releases, emissions, and discharges of any hazardous substances, pollutants, or waste, caused by or arising under the performance of the contract. In the event of a spill: * The CO must be notified immediately. * The contractor is responsible for containing and cleaning up the spill. * The contractor will bear all costs associated with spill containment and cleanup operations, including any fines or penalties imposed by the relevant authorities. * Unsafe disposal methods, such as dumping into the ground, water, or sewers, are prohibited.

7.3. Debris & Vegetation Disposal The Contractor is solely responsible for the collection, removal, and proper disposal of all vegetation, debris, and refuse generated during the clearing and sweeping operations. All such materials must be hauled off the installation and disposed of at a licensed, commercial off-base facility in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal environmental regulations. No on-base disposal or dumping is authorized for this requirement.

8. Responsibility for Damages Any damage caused to U.S. Government property during the course of performing this contract must be repaired, replaced, and/or restored to its original condition at no additional cost to the Government. The contractor must notify the CO within one (1) business day of any damage to government property or equipment during the execution of the contract.

9. Government Furnished Properties and Services The Contractor shall provide all equipment and storage space necessary to perform tasks. No covered or secure storage areas will be made available to the Contractor.

10. Quality Assurance/Inspection The CO or designated Government representative will have the right to conduct inspections throughout the work to verify compliance with the contract requirements. The contractor is required to correct any within scope deficiencies identified during these inspections within 48 hours of notice.

11. Weather Delays & Stoppages In the event of severe inclement weather or other unforeseen environmental conditions that force a halt to operations, the Contractor shall formally notify the CO and COR within 48 hours of the work stoppage. Any requests for schedule extensions or Period of Performance (PoP) adjustments due to these weather delays must be submitted in writing along with this notification.

Arial View of Ramp area: Cleaning only required inside of red border

Ramp condition as of April 9th 2026: