Attachment 1 Performance Work Statement.pdf

Cathedral Falls Trail Reconstruction GAOA Project Performance Work Statement (PWS)

General Information

1.0 Background and Purpose: This is a non-personal services contract to reconstruct the Cathedral Falls

Trail. Major service items include trail pioneering and clearing, trail surface demolition and rehabilitation, aggregate surface installation and improvements, and installation of concrete steps, retaining logs, and signs on the Petersburg Ranger District, Tongass National Forest. The Government will not exercise any supervision or control over the contract service providers performing the services herein. Such contract service providers shall be accountable solely to the Contractor who, in turn, is responsible to the Government.

1.1 Outline of Services: The Contractor shall furnish all labor, supervision, management, tools, materials, equipment, facilities, transportation, and other items necessary to provide the services outlined below and described in this Performance Work Statement (PWS).

1.2 Project Location: The project site is located on Kupreanof Island, approximately 12 road miles southeast of downtown Kake, Alaska, at the terminus of Forest Road #6312 at approximately 56° 54' 06.6" N, 133° 43' 48" W. Kake is accessible by scheduled small airline service, boat, barge, and the Alaska Marine Highway system.

Access to the project site is by vehicle from Kake over aggregate surface roads. The main road south from Kake (6040 Road) is owned and maintained by the State up to a point approximately 3 miles from the Cathedral Falls Trail parking lot. The State-owned road is double lane surfaced with crushed aggregate.

1.3 Background: The U.S. Forest Service is responsible for maintaining healthy, diverse, and productive National Forests. Part of these responsibilities include providing access to high quality recreation places with trail systems that will enhance the total experience of the user.

The Petersburg Ranger District manages Cathedral Falls Trail and Trailhead.

1.4 Period of Performance:

a. Line Items 0001-0005 shall be: date of award through November 1, 2023

b. Option item 1001, if exercised: date of exercise through November 1, 2023.

1.5 Government Regular Working Hours: The Government's regular working hours are from 0800 to 1700, five days per week, Monday through Friday, except observed Federal holidays. Exceptions to the regular hours of operation are detailed in subsequent sections of this

PWS.

1.6 Federal Observed Holidays: The government observes the following holidays:

New Year’s Day Labor Day Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday Columbus Day President’s Day Veteran’s Day Memorial Day Thanksgiving Day Independence Day Christmas Day Juneteenth

1.7 Service Interruptions: If any services must be interrupted (even temporarily) due to maintenance of contract work, the Contractor shall notify the CO, and COR at least three working days in advance. If the service is due to an emergency breakdown the Contractor shall notify the CO and COR as soon as practicable.

1.8 Post Award Conference/Periodic Progress Meetings: The Contractor shall attend any post award conference convened by the contracting activity or contract administration office in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 42.5. A post award conference with the successful offeror is required. It will be scheduled within 10 days after the date of contract award. The conference will be held via teleconference. The CO and/or COR will meet periodically with the contractor to review the contractor's performance. At these meetings the CO will apprise the Contractor of how the Government views the contractor's performance and the contractor will apprise the Government of problems, if any, being experienced.

Appropriate action shall be taken to resolve outstanding issues.

Trail Segment Periodic Progress meetings. Prior to beginning excavation and embankment activities for each 500-foot-long trail segment, hold an on-the-ground meeting with the Government Representative to discuss particulars such as grading, drainage, waste disposal, and any other construction issues.

1.9 Project Manager (PM): The Contractor shall provide a PM and designated alternate, as applicable, who has full authority to act for the Contractor on all contract matters relating to this contract. The PM or alternate shall be on-site during the Government's regular working hours and shall be available on-site within one hour after the Government's regular working hours. The Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer within 15 calendar days after the occurrence of any of these events and provide a detailed explanation of the circumstances necessitating the proposed substitutions, complete resumes for the proposed substitutes, and any additional information requested by the Contracting Officer. Proposed substitutes should have comparable qualifications to those of the persons being replaced. The Contracting Officer will notify the Contractor within 15 calendar days after receipt of all required information of the decision on substitutions. The contract will be modified to reflect any approved changes of key personnel.

1.10 Quality Assurance: The contractor shall comply with the quality assurance program as defined in the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan. It defines how the performance standards will be applied, the frequency of surveillance, and the minimum acceptable quality level(s) (AQL). Government surveillance of contractor performance is not limited to the Performance Objectives as outlined in this PWS. The Government reserves the right to conduct compliance surveillance of any contractual requirement of this acquisition.

1.11 Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR): A COR may be assigned to this contract to monitor all technical aspects and assist in contract administration. The COR may be authorized to perform the following functions: Assure that the Contractor performs the technical requirements of the contract; perform inspections necessary in connection with contract performance; maintain written and oral communication with the Contractor concerning technical aspects of the contract; issue written interpretations of technical requirements (without increasing or decreasing contract scope), including Government drawings designs, and specifications; monitor Contractor's performance and notify both the CO and Contractor of deficiencies; and provide site entry of Contractor personnel. The COR is not authorized to change any of the terms and conditions of the contract or any task order.

Contractor Requirements

2.0 Technical Requirements / Tasks

2.1 GENERAL – Applicable to all Tasks:

2.1.1 Contractor shall adhere to FOREST SERVICE STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS FOR

CONSTRUCTION OF TRAILS AND TRAIL BRIDGES ON FOREST SERVICE PROJECTS,

10/30/2014. Note that this version supersedes EM-7720-103, Standard Specification for Construction and Maintenance of Trails (1996).

Copies of the Forest Service Specifications may be viewed online at:

USFS_Standard_Trail_Specifications.pdf

The following paragraphs supplement this document.

2.1.2 Representative Samples: At approved locations, prepare 10’ representative samples of each type of construction in this contract. The representative samples will serve as a standard of workmanship and materials for other work on the project. Obtain review of the representative samples, correct any deficiencies, and obtain final approval before proceeding with any other surfacing. When accepted, the sample will be incorporated into the work.

2.1.3 Cell Phone Service Cell phone service is typically not available over most of the project site;

one bar of service may be seen at the parking lot depending on service provider. There are no facilities. The parking lot (approx. 50’ x 70’ in size) is available for staging materials. A small rock pit along the 6312 Road may be available for secondary staging if necessary.

2.1.4 Maintenance for Traffic. The trail under this contract will be closed to the public until the project is complete. Before any suspension of work, take precautions necessary to prevent damage to the project, such as temporary detours, approaches, crossings, or intersections, and make provisions for normal drainage and to minimize erosion.

The contractor is responsible for installing professional-appearing, effective trail closure signs and warnings to the public. When trail is closed:

(a) Provide barriers and “trail closed” or “trail closed ahead” signs at the junction of Roads 6040 and 6312.

(b) Provide a “trail closed” sign at the trailhead parking lot.

(c) Post notices to the public at the Kake Post Office and the SOS store and remove at project completion.

2.1.5 Storage. Excess supplies or equipment shall be stored or stockpiled in approved locations.

Excess aggregate material may be spread evenly over the trail in approved locations and depths. Installation of excess material shall not create unstable fill slopes, and may require installation of additional retaining structures at the CO's discretion and at no expense to the government.

2.1.6 Handling Materials. Transport and handle all materials to preserve their quality and fitness for the work. Contain aggregate in woven bags until it is installed on the trail. Do not place aggregate directly on the ground outside of the trailway without a tarp or some other means of separation. Do not place aggregate and related construction materials in water courses, snow ponds, lakes, meadows, or in locations where it could impede the flows to, though, or from drainage structures.

2.1.7 Seed-Free Aggregate. Aggregate materials shall be free of viable seeds or vegetative material. Ensure that contamination does not occur from equipment and tools used to handle http://www.fs.fed.us/recreation/programs/trail-management/documents/plans/supporting_documents/Trail_Specifications.pdf aggregate or construct trail. Thoroughly wash all equipment and tools that come into contact with aggregate or are used at the work site, to remove all soil, debris, and other material that could contain seed or vegetative material. Use only aggregate from an active stockpile that is certified weed free. See Deliverables.

2.1.8 Sediment Control. Install filter cloth, temporary dikes and drainage control structures, or other method to control sediment in the vicinity of streams, lakes, and other sensitive locations as required by the Government. Use approved methods for removing sediment control structures to minimize sedimentation of sensitive areas.

2.1.9 Archaeological and Historic Sites. If remains of prehistoric people, prehistoric people’s dwelling sites, or artifacts are encountered, the Contractor shall discontinue work and notify the Contracting Officer immediately.

2.1.10 Use of Premises.

a). The area may be frequented by black bears, which may become habituated to humans and may be attracted by activity and food.

b). Sanitation Facilities: Unless provided otherwise, the Contractor shall provide and maintain the following facilities:

1. Potable water supplies for drinking, washing, and cooking shall meet the State of Alaska drinking water regulations 18 AAC 80.

2. Domestic sewage shall meet the State of Alaska wastewater disposal regulations 18

AAC 72.

3. Solid waste shall be removed and disposed of in Kake, Petersburg, or other approved location.

4. Fuel storage shall meet the requirements of 40 CFR 112 (Oil Pollution Prevention).

c). Transportation, Access and Equipment: Do not allow helicopters to sling loads directly over persons hiking or otherwise recreating on the ground at any location.

d). There are no known eagle nest trees in the vicinity of the project area, but if such trees are discovered no disturbance will be allowed within 330 feet of the trees and additional mitigation measures may be applied.

2.1.11 Camping. Provide a plan for camp development, occupation and clean-up and obtain approval prior to any camp development activities. All camps must conform with the requirements of CFR 1910 Subpart J Standard Number 1910.142. The plan should contain the following information if relevant:

1. Layout and location of the proposed camp.

2. Number of users and dates of occupancy.

3. Sewage and waste disposal systems.

4. Layout of cooking, sleeping and common areas.

5. Camp trails layout.

6. Equipment and fuel storage area and Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) plan.

7. Fire prevention and control plan.

8. Site Restoration plan.

9. Helicopter operations plan.

10. Mobilization plan.

The Government shall review the Contractor's plan as submitted for completeness and applicability. Proposed modifications of Contractor's plans will be discussed with the Contractor prior to approval.

2.1.12 Landscape Preservation.

https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1910/1910.142

a) Minimize foot traffic and movement of materials or equipment over unprotected portions of the trail. Rehabilitate and revegetate sites where damage has occurred to vegetation.

b) Operations shall be scheduled and conducted to minimize erosion of soils and to prevent silting and muddying of streams and rivers.

c) Do not allow wash water or wastewater from concrete or aggregate operations to enter ponds or live streams prior to treatment by filtration, settling, or other means sufficient to reduce the sediment content to not more than that of the water body into which it is discharged.

d) Construction debris, and pollutants such as raw sewage and other harmful materials, shall not be disposed of or discharged into or near streams and rivers or into natural or manmade channels leading thereto.

e) Waste motor oil, fuel, lubricant, bitumen and similar hydrocarbons shall be collected and returned to the supplier. They shall not be wasted on the ground or buried.

2.1.13 Equipment. The work was not designed for installation by land-based motorized equipment.

Soils in some locations are prone to sliding. Small to mid-size equipment such as track carriers may be considered and approved for use where operation will not result in undue impacts to soils, vegetation, drainage, or finished trail width. If motorized equipment is proposed, submit an equipment plan outlining types of equipment, equipment dimensions and weight, locations for their use, and locations of stockpiles including travel routes and turn-around areas. Soil protection at trail turns will be required. Receipt of contractor's equipment plan does not imply approval. Such equipment use may be denied by the CO. Do not commence equipment operations without an approved equipment plan. Use of helicopters in the project area is allowed.

All contractor furnished equipment and vehicles to be used at the job site shall be cleaned and free of invasive species (noxious weeds), seeds, external grease and oil and shall be inspected prior to entrance onto Federal lands. The restriction shall include equipment and vehicles intended for off-road use, whether they are owned, leased, or borrowed by the Contractor or Subcontractor.

(a) Provide a list of all equipment to be used ten (10) days prior to the start of performance of work under this contract. List shall include the make and model of proposed land based motorized equipment. Receipt of equipment listing does not imply government acceptance of use on the trail area.

(b) All protective plating and armoring shall be intact and properly functioning on the equipment to reduce the potential for damaging hydraulic hoses or the undercarriage.

(c) Spill kit approved by OSHA for petroleum product leaks shall be on site at all times.

2.1.14 Operation of Equipment. Confine equipment operation to the approved trailway and material source unless otherwise approved. Take measures to ensure that excessive rutting and erosion does not occur, and that the trail does not become wider than the specified width.

2.1.15 Disposal of Waste Material. Remove all waste material from the project area and dispose offsite unless specified otherwise.

2.1.16 Construction Stakes, Lines, and Grades. The Government will field stake the beginning stations for work areas listed in the Cathedral Falls Trail Log Specifications. The contractor is responsible for providing any other construction survey work required to complete the project.

Before clearing, excavating and constructing the trail over a stake, relocate the stake to a visible location 90 degrees to the side of trail centerline and outside the construction limits.

Maintain stakes until the project has been accepted by the Government.

Furnish and maintain additional stakes, flagging, templates, batter boards, and other materials and supplies necessary for marking and maintaining points and lines established. Do not perform work in the absence of control points. If any construction control points are destroyed, displaced, or erroneous, notify the CO. Uniformly contour alignment and construct grade from control point to control point.

2.2 TASK 2 – DEMOLISH AND RECONDITION TRAIL in accordance with attached drawings. The following tasks supplement and clarify the drawings.

2.2.1 Clearing and grubbing: - Clearing limits are 3 feet minimum each side of trail centerline and 8 feet above finished trail surface. Grubbing limits shall match finished trail and ditch widths approved otherwise, see drawings.

Cut brush and trees less than 4” dbh. Leave trees larger than 4” dbh located outside the trailway standing, except if they are danger trees or they hinder passage, as approved. Limb all felled trees to a 4 inch diameter top.

Cut tree limbs and branches less than 8 feet above trail or ground surface and more than 1/2 inch in diameter that extend into the clearing limits. Cut tree limbs flush with the outside of the branch collar; cut brush at the ground surface.

At project completion, trim roots protruding from cut slopes flush with ground level.

Dispose of cleared material downhill and outside of the clearing limits in a manner that minimizes the visibility of the slash from the trail.

2.2.2 Moss and herbaceous plantings. Conserve and use soil and herbaceous vegetation and moss removed during excavation to revegetate excavated areas to provide a neat appearance and to control erosion. Where additional vegetation is required, collect forest mosses from other areas as approved which are similar in type to the plant community found beside the cut and fill slopes to be revegetated. Collect and preserve moss and herbaceous vegetation in a manner that maintains a healthy plant.

2.2.3 Damaged Trees. When felling, cutting, or trimming, do not cause bark damage to standing timber. Remove and dispose of trees with major roots exposed by construction that are rendered unstable.

2.2.4 Danger Trees. The government will identify known trees of concern. Fall trees that are determined to be danger trees. If new hazard trees are noticed during course of work, flag the tree and notify COR for approval prior to removing trees. Clean up as Described in 2.3.1.

2.2.5 Drainage. Where conditions indicate a need to divert waterflow away from trail surface and toward natural drainage features, stake proposed locations for approval during trailbed excavation.

2.2.5.1 Obtain approval of incidental drainage work prior to placing specified trail surface type.

2.2.5.2 Regrade disturbed areas and install drainage as needed to minimize erosion and promote drainage and restore natural appearance.

2.2.6 Use and Disposal of Excavated Material. Conserve and use all suitable material for specified work. Place excess and unsuitable excavation in approved locations downslope and out of sight from the trailbed, except where the material would be placed within 5’ of a stream.

Do not obstruct drainage and spread to a depth not exceeding 4 inches. This includes any material removed in the grubbing operation and deposited in the same area.

2.2.7 Finish. Blend and smooth cut and fill slopes to ensure a finished, neat appearance, adding or removing material as needed. Provide a high level of attention to detail to provide a finished appearance in the final grading of the cut and fill slopes.

Moss Plantings - Finish. Divide moss into clumps with a minimum 4” diameter. Place moss clumps approx. 12" on center and in a manner that allows them to maintain contact with a moist surface.

2.2.8 Abandoned trail. Scarify aggregate tread to roughen the surface so as to resemble adjacent natural grades. Revegetate with moss clumps in accordance with PWS and scatter with organic debri to obscure route. Barricade point of entry by placing woody debri and/or rock in a natural-appearing manner which makes the route an unappealing choice for hikers.

2.2.9 Demolition of abandoned trails - Approximate quantity is 190 LF, generally located between STA 8+46 to 10+39; typical structures consist of partially buried and decaying log tread risers, nailed together and pinned by rebar or wood stakes.

2.2.10 Demolition of staircases. Remove or cut posts flush with ground surface where they may pose a trip hazard, otherwise cut posts to within 6” of ground. Cut staircase into pieces and remove protruding nails. Dispose of all hardware and pressure treated wood materials off site in approved landfill or similar location. Untreated wood may be disposed of onsite in approved locations downhill and out of sight of the proposed trail

2.2.11 Demolition of Log Tread Risers. Remove logs and wood anchor pins; discard of wood materials downhill and out of sight of proposed trail. Remove rebar and nails from project area and dispose of offsite in approved landfill or similar location.

2.2.12 Solid Rock Removal - Services consists of creating an evenly-graded trail surface from solid rock. Approximately 12 linear feet. Provide a finished trail surface.

Provide a uniform tread surface that is free draining and does not deviate vertically more than 1 inch from a straight edge placed in any direction on the finished rock surface. Treat surface to remove tool marks to the degree practicable, and provide a natural appearing surface, as approved.

2.3 TASK 3 - TRAILBED PREPARATION AND INSTALLATION. Services include providing aggregate surfacing of approximately 747 linear feet of trail and installation of approximately 35 linear feet of retaining log structures.

2.3.1 Compaction and Finished Grading. Provide the minimum compacted thickness of aggregate bedding material shown in the drawings. Surface shall be smooth, compacted and uniform without irregularities or depressions.

2.3.2 Aggregate Surfacing and Bedding Material. For all aggregate applications, provide 1½” dia, well graded crushed rock meeting the following gradation requirements except where noted otherwise (see Drawings, Parking Lot Improvements):

Sieive Size

Passing

1.5” 100 1” 93 ¾” 84 ½” 61

3/8” 48 ¼” 34 #4 27

Products shall conform with AASHTO T-11 and T-27, performed by a qualified testing lab showing results taken from stockpile sample prior to delivery to the project site.

2.3.3 Stone Retaining Wall (SRW). Prepare bench for bearing foundation stones as shown on the drawings; break out bedrock if encountered. Obtain approval of bench before placing stone.

Required Stone Sizes and Shapes. Hand select native or provide stones with the general shape and dimensions described below and shown on the drawings. Stones to be sound and durable.

Select stone that meets the following size and shape requirements:

• 1.5 cubic foot minimum volume for capstones and foundation stones

• 1 cubic foot minimum volume for stones other than capstones and foundation stones

• Select and place stones for reasonably tight fit against each other

Place largest stones at bottom of wall as foundation stones.

Place stones with flat side down, use a minimum amount of chinking to prepare a flat surface for the next course above, using the largest and best shape chinking practical. Stagger vertical joints 6” minimum. Select and place capstones to be entirely stable when walked on.

2.3.4 Retaining Log. Select and harvest from approved location. Sizing as shown in Drawings.

2.4 TASK 4 - CONCRETE STEPS This work consists of providing Concrete Steps (CS); preparing the trailbed; furnishing, hauling, and placing aggregate bedding material; and installing Concrete Steps in accordance with drawings.

2.4.1 Provide precast concrete steps equal in quality and finished appearance to those shown in the drawings.

Manufacturer to have a minimum of 5 years’ experience providing architectural precast concrete products such as steps, walls, and building facades.

Cast steps from 5,000 psi concrete mix, under controlled conditions. Submit mix design for approval prior to casting.

Testing:

1. Obtain samples and conduct tests in accordance with ACI 301 Section 1.6.4.

2. One (1) set of three (3) cylinders shall be cast for testing.

3. For each specified test: cure one (1) cylinder for 28-day test age. Test one (1) cylinder at seven days, test one (1) cylinder at twenty-eight days, and hold one (1) cylinder in reserve as the CO and/or COR directs. After fifty-six days, unless notified by the CO and/or the COR to the contrary, the reserve cylinder may be discarded without being tested for specimens meeting 28-day strength requirement.

4. Acceptance. Strength is satisfactory when:

a. The average of all tests equal or exceed the specified strength.

b. No individual test falls below the specified strength by more than 500 psi.

Testing is not required if the proposed concrete mix design has been successfully tested for manufacture of this product for installations on the Tongass NF within the past three years or as approved. The following suppliers have produced tested products of this type:

Rainforest Contracting Inc, Petersburg, AK, Ph. (907) 518-1289 Ketchikan Ready Mix, Ketchikan, AK Ph. (360) 832-4751 Northwest Precast, Puyallup, WA, Ph. (253) 770-9119

2.4.2 Provide one sample step or submit clear and detailed photos of one sample step, for approval of finish prior to the production of remaining steps. See Deliverables.

2.5 TASK 5 – SIGNS: This work consists of furnishing and installing signs and posts per Table Sign Schedule, including excavation, backfill, and associated materials and hardware.

2.5.1 Provide:

i. Aluminum Signs. Materials and dimensions shall conform to the Forest Service EM- 7100-15, Sign and Poster Guidelines for the Forest Service or as SHOWN ON THE

DRAWINGS.

ii. Provide metal signs by Rockart Signs and Markers, ph: 480-854-3400, www.rockartsigns.com or alternate source as approved.

iii. Provide HDG hardware to attach signs to metal posts.

2.5.2 Erect signs and posts of the type and at the locations as described in Sign Schedule and in the drawings.

Table : Sign Schedule

Sign Number &

Type

Location (See also Drawings, Sign Plan)

Color & Materials

Road Design Speed (for

Sizing Determination)

Sign Content

Number/Type of Posts

#1 – FRD-

1 Site A

White on brown;

reflective aluminum

25 mph road (Mtce Level 3)

Cathedral Falls Trail, 1, right arrow

2 / Steel

#2 – FM1-

7H Site A

White on brown;

reflective aluminum

25 mph road (Mtce Level 3)

6312, right arrow shared

#3 – RS-

068 Site B

White on brown;

reflective aluminum

15 – 25 mph road

(Mtce Level 2)

Hiking Trail symbol 1 / Steel

#4 – M6-3 Site B

White on brown;

reflective aluminum

15 – 25 mph road (Mtce

Level 2)

Upward pointing arrow shared

#5 – Gov’t Furnished Site C

SA (Site ID) Sign removed from Site B

NA

TNF /

Cathedral Falls Trail

1 / Wood

#6 –Gov’t Furnished

Site D TD-1 Routed wood NA*

Cathedral Falls, .5 mi, up arrow 1 / Wood

* Approx. 24” X 5”. Actual size TBD by requirements of EM-7100-15, Sign and Poster Guidelines for the Forest Service.

2.5.3 Installation:

Stake the location and orientation of each sign for approval prior to installing signposts.

Set posts to be plumb. Backfill holes for wood posts with suitable material in 6 inch lifts and compact material after each lift to produce a solid installation.

2.6 TASK 6 – OPTION ITEM, PARKING LOT IMPROVEMENTS. if option item is exercised:

2.6.1 Perform Parking Lot Improvements in accordance with drawings and applicable specifications contained within this PWS.

3.0 Deliverable / Schedule

3.1 Below is a list of all deliverables outlining each objective and due date.

Key Deliverables Paragraph Deliverable Objective Due 1 Offsite-Produced

Materials certificates

Furnish signed certificates executed by the manufacturer, supplier, or vendor, stipulating that all offsite-produced materials incorporated in the work meet applicable requirements SHOWN ON THE DRAWINGS or stated in the specifications. Furnish a certificate for each commodity or invoice.

5 calendar days after pre-work meeting

2.1.2 Representative

Samples (2.2)

The representative samples will serve as a standard of workmanship and materials for other work on the project.

Within first week of work on site, and periodically as required thereafter.

2.5 Signs Provide manufacturer-prepared scaled

illustrations for each sign for approval prior to fabrication. If corrections are requested during approval, provide revised drawings. See also, PWS Paragraph 2.11, Table Sign Schedule.

5 working days min. prior to commencement of onsite work, or as necessary for timely delivery and installation.

2.3.2 Aggregate Provide a sieve analysis for aggregate

Products shall conform with AASHTO T-11 and T-27, performed by a qualified testing lab showing results taken from stockpile sample prior to delivery to the project site.

Provide notification 1 work week before moving material from the source facility.

2.1.7 Seed-Free

Aggregate.

Provide aggregate materials that are free of viable seeds or vegetative material.

Provide notification one calendar week before moving material from the source facility.

2.1.13 Equipment Provide an equipment plan showing the make

and model of proposed land based motorized equipment including excavators, trucks, 5 working days after Prework meeting.

haulers, helicopters, etc.

2.1.5 Storage Provide a staging plan describing material

storage locations.

5 working days after Prework meeting

2.1.11 Camping Provide a plan for camp development, occupation and clean-up, address GENERAL TASK: Camping in PWS Paragraph 2.1.10.

Obtain approval prior to any camp development activities – to be identified at the Prework meeting

Appendix

Blasting Plan If applicable, see: Appendix 3 At least 14 days before drilling operations begin.

Do not deliver Explosives to the project until the plan is accepted by the

COR.

2.4 Concrete Step Provide one sample step or submit clear and detailed photos of one sample step, for approval of finish prior to the production of remaining steps.

10 working days after Prework meeting

All Tasks Draft Work Schedule

Draft Work Schedule submitted in response to the solicitation, final Work Schedule will be discussed at the Prework meeting.

5 working days prior to commencement of work

4.0 Government Furnished

The Government will supply the following items at the locations described. The contractor is responsible for transportation of these materials to the project site, as applicable:

1) On site: Sign #5

2) Sign #6 contact the COR for coordinating handoff from Ranger District

3) On site: Suitable trees from project work area to be selected by contractor for approval for use as

Retaining Logs (RL).

4) Approximately 10 CY of crushed rock staged at parking area consisting of about 8 CY of D-1 and 2 CY of 2” minus.

5.0 Travel

Work performance under this requirement requires access to site via marine or air travel and a seasonally maintained road system. Kake, Alaska is the nearest community on the same road system as the project. The government will not be responsible for travel to or form the site location. The Contractor shall be responsible for all travel to and from the work site locations.

6.0 Contractor’s Key Personnel: Project Manager, see PWS para 1.9

7.0. Performance Requirement Measures

Performance Objective

PWS

Paragraph

Measurement Method

Allowable Performance Deviation

Remedy Amount or Corrective Action

Task 2 - Trail Demolition and Reconditioning

2.3 COR shall inspect

trail for 95% compliance by the Linear Foot

5% deviation

Contractor shall complete all work that is not within compliance prior to invoice payment.

Task 3 - Trailbed Preparation and Approval

2.4 COR shall inspect

trail for 99% compliance

One (1) % deviation along the 0.4 mile trail

Contractor shall complete all work that is not within

Task 4 - Concrete Steps

2.5 COR shall inspect

trail for 100% compliance

Zero (0) deviation

Contractor shall complete all work that is not within compliance prior to invoice payment.

Task 5 – Signs 2.6 COR shall inspect signs for 100% compliance

0% deviation Contractor shall complete all work that is not within compliance prior to invoice payment.

Task 6 – Parking Lot Improvements

6.0 COR shall inspect

for 99% compliance

One (1) % deviation

Contractor shall complete all work that is not within

8.0 Definitions, Acronyms, and Applicable Publications

Abbreviations and Acronyms AASHTO American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials AGGR Aggregate AQ Actual Quantities ASTM American Society for Testing and Material AWPA American Wood Preservers Association CL Centerline CO Contracting Officer DQ Design Quantities EA Each FBB Full Bench Blasting hr hour LF Linear Feet LS Lump Sum LSQ Lump Sum Quantities MW Miscellaneous Work NW No Work NBS National Bureau of Standards PS Product Standard issued by the U.S. Department of Commerce RA Rest Area SHT Sheet SOD Stone Open Drain SP Stone Pitching SRS Stone Riser Steps SRW Stone Retaining Wall SS Step Stones WCLIB West Coast Lumber Inspection Bureau WWPA Western Wood Products Association

DEFINITIONS When the following terms, or pronouns in place of them, are used in these specifications or in other contract documents, the intent and meaning are as follows:

Base Course. The layer or layers of specified material of designed thickness placed on a trailbed to support surfacing.

Batter. A backward and upward slope of the face of a wall.

Berm. The ridge of material formed on the outer edge of the trail that projects higher than the tread.

Borrow. Suitable materials taken from approved sources designated on the drawings or on the ground, to be used for embankments and backfilling.

Bridge. A structure, including supports, erected over a depression or stream, and having a deck to carry traffic.

Catch Point. The outer limits of a trailway where the excavation and/or embankment intersect with the ground line.

Clearing Limit. The area over and beside the trail that is cleared of trees, limbs, and other obstructions.

Contractor: A supplier or vendor awarded a contract to provide specific supplies or service to the government. The term used in this contract refers to the prime.

Contracting Officer (CO): a person with the authority to enter into, administer, and/or terminate contracts and make related determinations and findings. The term includes certain authorized representatives of the contracting officer acting within the limits of their authority as delegated by the contracting officer. "Administrative contracting officer (ACO)" refers to a contracting officer who is administering contracts. "Termination contracting officer (TCO)" refers to a contracting officer who is settling terminated contracts. A single contracting officer may be responsible for duties in any or all of these areas.

Reference in this regulation (48 CFR chapter 1) to administrative contracting officer or termination contracting officer does not-

• Require that a duty be performed at a particular office or activity; or

• Restrict in any way a contracting officer in the performance of any duty properly assigned.

Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR): means an individual, including a contracting officer’s technical representative (COTR), designated and authorized in writing by the contracting officer to perform specific technical or administrative functions.

Compacted. Consolidation that is obtained by tamping or rolling suitable material until no noticeable displacement of material is observed.

Danger Tree. An unstable tree 5 inches or greater in diameter at breast height that is likely to fall across the trail.

DBH. Diameter at breast height

Defective Service: A service output that does not meet the standard of performance associated with the Performance Work Statement.

Deliverable: Anything that can be physically delivered, but may include non-manufactured things such as meeting minutes or reports.

Designated on the Ground. The location of materials, work areas, and construction items, including lines and grades, marked on the ground with stakes, flagging, tags, or paint.

Drawings. Documents showing details for construction of a facility, including but not limited to straight-line diagrams, trail logs, standard drawings, construction logs, plan and profile sheets, cross-sections, diagrams, layouts, schematics, descriptive literature, and similar materials.

Duff. Organic material overlying rock or mineral soil.

Embankment. A structure of suitable material placed on the prepared ground surface and constructed to the trailbed elevation.

Equipment: A tangible item that is functionally complete for its intended purpose, durable, nonexpendable, and needed for the performance of a contract. Equipment is not intended for sale, and does not ordinarily lose its identity or become a component part of another article when put into use.

Equipment does not include material, real property, special test equipment or special tooling.

Excess Excavation. Material in the trailway in excess of that needed for construction of designed trailways.

Ford. A water-level stream crossing constructed to provide a level surface for safe traffic passage.

Full Bench. Trailbed constructed entirely on undisturbed material.

Government Furnished Property: Property in the possession of, or directly acquired by, the Government and subsequently furnished to the contractor for performance of a contract. Government-furnished property includes, but is not limited to, spares and property furnished for repair, maintenance, overhaul, or modification. Government-furnished property also includes contractor-acquired property if the contractor-acquired property is a deliverable under a cost contract when accepted by the Government for continued use under the contract.

Grade. The vertical distance of ascent or descent of the trail expressed as a percentage of the horizontal distance.

Header Rock. Rock laid with the narrow end towards the face of the wall.

Inslope. Where the trail tread is sloped downward toward the backslope.

Mineral Soil. Soil or aggregate that is free from organic substances and contains no particles larger than 2 inches at their greatest dimension.

Non-Personal Services: The personnel rendering the services are not subject, either by the contract’s terms or by the manner of its administration, to the supervision and control usually prevailing in relationships between the government and its employees. Non personal service contracts are authorized by the government in accordance with FAR 37.012, under general contracting authority, and do not require specific statutory authorization.

Outslope. Where the trail tread is sloped downward toward the embankment or daylight side of the trailway.

Quality Assurance: The government procedures to verify that services being performed by the Contractor are performed according to acceptable standards.

Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan: An organized document written by the government specifying the surveillance methodology used for surveillance of contractor performance.

Sideslope. The natural slope of the ground, usually expressed as a percentage.

Slough. That material from the backslope or the area of the backslope that has raveled onto the trailbed.

Slump. Where the trailbed material has moved downward, causing a dip in the trail grade.

Special Project Specification. Specifications that detail the conditions and requirements peculiar to an individual project, including additions and revisions to the standard specifications.

Surfacing. Material placed on top of the trailbed that provides the desired tread.

Suitable Material. Rock that can be accommodated in the trail structure, and soil free of duff with a recognizable granular texture.

Switchback. A reverse in direction of trail grade with a level landing used to change elevation on a steep slope, usually involving special treatment of the approaches, barriers, and drainages.

Trailbed. The finished surface on which base course or surfacing may be constructed. For trails without surfacing the trailbed is the tread.

Trailway. The portion of the trail within the limits of the excavation and embankment.

Tread. The surface portion of the trail upon which traffic moves.

Turnout. A short section of extra trail width to provide for passage of trail users.

Waterbar. A structure used for turning water off the trail, usually made of logs or stones.

Water Courses. Any natural or constructed channel where water naturally flows or will collect and flow during spring runoff, rainstorms, etc.

Workday: The number of hours per day the Contractor provides services in accordance with the contract.

Work Week: Monday through Friday, unless specified otherwise.

Applicable Publications:

FOREST SERVICE STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF TRAILS AND TRAIL

BRIDGES ON FOREST SERVICE PROJECTS, 10/30/2014.

9.0. Appendix:

1. APPENDIX 1 Drawings_GAOA Cathedral Falls Trail 11162021 11 Pages

2. APPENDIX 2 Trail Log - GAOA Cathedral Falls Trail_12072019 3 Pages

3. APPENDIX 3 Blasting Requirements: