Attachment 1 SRD Buoy Inspection and Maintenance PWS.pdf

PWS for Stika Ranger District Bouy Inspection and Maintenance (Version MAR 2026)

Performance Work Statement (PWS) Stika Ranger District Bouy Inspection and Maintenance

General Requirements

This is a non-personal services contract for commercial bouy inspection and maintenance for the Stika Ranger District (SRD), Tongass National Forest (TNF), Southeast Alaska. The Government shall 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.

1.0 Purpose

The purpose of this contract is to ensure that all buoy’s located on the SRD provide safe anchor points for the public to utilize.

2.0 Description of Services

The contractor shall furnish all labor, supervision, management, tools, materials, equipment, facilities, transportation, and all other items and non-personal services necessary to inspect, maintain, and replace mooring buoys, chains, and anchors on the Sitka Ranger District. Work includes chain inspection, chain replacement, chain modification, anchor replacement, anchor up-righting, anchor repositioning, anchor modification, and buoy replacement.

All services shall be performed in accordance with (IAW) this Performance Work Statement (PWS) and all applicable local, state, and federal standards, laws, and regulations.

3.0 Place of Performance

The work shall be performed around SRD. The buoys (Exhibit 1) included in the base and options are located around the north portion of Baranof Island and the southern end of Chichagof Island as notated on the enclosed map (Attachment 2). All locations are within 60 boating miles of Sitka, AK.

4.0 Period of Performance

The period of performance (POP) shall be date of award through 30 Sep 2027.

5.0 Government Regular Working Hours

The Government's regular working hours are Monday through Friday from 0800 to 1630, except federal holidays or when the government installation is closed due to local or national emergencies, administrative closings, or similar government directed closings.

6.0 Federal Observed Holidays

When a federal holiday occurs on a Saturday, federal employees are normally granted the previous Friday as the holiday observance. When a federal holiday occurs on a Sunday, federal employees are normally granted the following Monday as the holiday observance. Below is the list of recognized federal holidays:

Federal Holidays

New Year’s Day (January) Juneteenth Day (June) Veteran’s Day (November) Martin Luther King Jr’s Birthday (January)

Independence Day (July) Thanksgiving Day (November)

President’s Day (February) Labor Day (September) Christmas Day (December) Memorial Day (May) Columbus Day (October)

7.0 Government Key Personnel

Contracting Officer (CO): The CO is the only person with the authority to enter into, administer, and/or terminate contracts; make related determinations and findings on behalf of the government; and legally bind the government. The CO shall ensure that the contractor receives impartial, fair, and equitable treatment under this contract. The CO shall determine and document the final assessment of the contractor's performance in the government’s past performance tracking system.

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 purchase order.

8.0 Contractor Hours of Operations

The contractor is responsible for conducting business during government regular working hours, and to maintain at all times an adequate workforce for the uninterrupted performance of all tasks defined within this PWS.

9.0 Contractor Key Personnel

Contract Manager: The contractor shall provide a Contract Manager and designated alternate, as applicable, who has full authority to act for the contractor on all contract matters relating to this contract. The Contract Manager or alternate shall be available during the Government's regular working hours.

Quality Control Representative: The contractor shall provide a Quality Control Representative who shall be responsible for the contractor’s Quality Control Plan (QCP) to ensure services are performed IAW the PWS. The Quality Control Representative shall implement and maintain full compliance of the QCP throughout the contract period.

10.0 Contractor Special Qualifications

The contractor shall, at no additional cost to the government, obtain all licenses and permits required for performance of work and for complying with all applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

11.0 Post-Award Conference and Periodic Progress Meetings

The contractor shall attend any post award conference convened by the contracting activity or contract administration office IAW Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 42.5. The CO and/or COR shall 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.

12.0 Changes

The government reserves the right to add, remove, or change the items and quantities to be serviced under this contract, as required. Price adjustments for these changes shall be based on the rates specified in the Schedule of Items for identical or similar items. Changes will only be authorized by a warranted CO.

13.0 Inspection and Acceptance

Any inspection and acceptance will be at the location specified in the contract. The designated COR will act as the representative of the CO for purposes of inspection and acceptance of services to ensure compliance with the terms, conditions, and specifications of the subject contract. The COR has no authority to make any changes to the terms and conditions of the contract.

14.0 Invoicing and Payment

All contractor invoices shall be submitted via the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) using contract line item numbers (CLINs). The contractor shall be required to establish account(s), access method(s), log-in(s), and necessary training in order to submit invoices through IPP. Invoices not submitted via IPP shall not be accepted or paid.

Note: The contractor shall only invoice for work performed and authorized under the purchase order.

Payment will be made solely for items listed on the Schedule of Items. All other work is considered incidental to those pay items.

15.0 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 5 business days in advance. If the service is due to an emergency breakdown, the contractor shall notify the CO and COR as soon as practicable.

16.0 Security

The contractor shall be responsible for safeguarding all government property provided to the contractor for contractor use under this contract. At the close of each work period, all government property shall be secured.

17.0 Identification of Contractor Employees

All contract personnel working in situations where their contractor status is not obvious to third parties are required to identify themselves by wearing clearly written and visible nametags at all times, as such to avoid creating an impression in the minds of members of the public that they are Government officials.

18.0 Conduct of Contractor Personnel

The CO may require the contractor to remove from the work site any employee(s) working under this contract for reasons of misconduct, security, or found to be or suspected to be under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or other incapacitating agent. Contractor employee(s) shall be subject to dismissal from the premises upon determination by the CO that such action is in the best interests of the government. Such removal from the work site or dismissal from the premises shall not relieve the contractor of the requirement to provide sufficient personnel to perform the services as required by this PWS.

19.0 Safety

Contractor activities shall be conducted in a safe manner that minimizes accidents as well as any impacts on Government operations and members of the public. Contractor shall comply with applicable federal, state, and local codes and standards, including safety and occupational health requirements, as well as any additional specific requirement contained in this PWS.

Technical Requirements/Tasks

The contractor shall furnish all labor, supervision, management, tools, materials, equipment, facilities, transportation, and all other items and non-personal services necessary to inspect, maintain, and replace mooring buoys, chain, and anchors.

All services shall be performed in accordance with this Performance Work Statement (PWS) and all applicable local, state, and federal standards, laws, and regulations.

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Moser Island X X X X Appleton Cove X X X X Piper Island X X X X X North Neva X X X Allan Point X X X Mud Bay X X X X Brent’s Beach X X X Fred’s Creek X X X Silver Bay X X X Samsing Cove X X X Kanga Bay X X X Sevenfathom Bay X X X X

The following establishes the required tasks and the minimum acceptable levels of service.

The contractor shall:

I. Arrange to move and secure a vessel in the event a buoy is occupied or return when buoy is unoccupied.

II. Provide an underwater video camera to film the end-product at each buoy location. Videos must be in color and each location must be identified in the video. Video must show buoy under the waterline, chain from bottom of buoy post to anchor, and anchor and bail. If the anchor is not new, video should include observation points described in Anchor Inspection Specifications (V). Submit one copy of video footage in MP4 format to COR on an SD card or USB flash drive. Other video formats may be acceptable, but must be approved in advance by the COR. All videos may be combined on one SD card or USB flash drive.

III. Provide at least one photo of each buoy above the waterline. Submit photos in .jpg format on same SD card as video footage.

IV. Provide a written report with the name of the buoy, the GPS location of the buoy, the name of the diver conducting the inspection, the time the diver entered the water, the time the diver exited the water, the depth of the anchor at dive time, diameter of chain links every 10ft. (not applicable to new chain), diameter of anchor bail or thickness of pad eyes (Fred’s Creek), a narrative of what work was accomplished at the buoy, a description of findings including any problems encountered and useful information concerning the mooring.

V. All diving shall be in accordance with Forest Service Handbook (FSH) 4209 – Contract Diving.

VI. Dive operations Plans (DOP):

a. Dive operation plans shall be developed and implemented by the contractor for each separate diving operation. As a minimum, the plan must contain the following:

i. Names and duties of dive team members, including diving supervisor.

ii. Date, time, and dive location of the diving operation.

iii. Diving mode to be used (for example, SCUBA or surface supplied air), giving a description of the backup air supply.

iv. Nature of work to be performed by the divers and requirements for inspection.

v. Surface and underwater conditions, including visibility, temperature, thermal protection, and currents.

vi. Safety procedures for contract.

vii. Maximum depth and bottom time (altitude adjustments to dive tables must be accomplished for dives made at altitudes of 1,000 feet (300 meters) or more above sea level).

viii. Emergency management plan, including emergency procedures, means of notification, telephone numbers (for ambulance, doctors, and recompression chambers), and location of evacuation routes, nearest U.S. Coast Guard rescue center, and emergency assistance.

ix. Lockout/tag out procedures, including procedures for dealing with differential water pressures due to unequal water elevations (when applicable).

x. Equipment certification, procedures, and checklists and requirements for special tools and equipment.

xi. The statement, “If for any reason the DOP is altered in mission, depth, personnel, or equipment, the CO shall be contacted and shall review any revision prior to actual operation.”

b. The DOP must be submitted to the unit diving safety officer prior to commencement of diving operations.

c. A copy of the DOP must be at the diving location whenever diving is conducted.

d. The DOP must be made available to the government contracting officer.

e. The contractor shall submit two copies of all DOP, dive logs, and diving related accident reports to the contracting officer for inclusion in the contract file. The contracting officer submits a copy to the unit dive safety officer.

20.0 Task 1 – Chain and Ring Inspection

1. Inspect selected rings and buoy chains by measuring and recording the diameter of the ring and buoy chain links every 10ft. Measurements shall be to the nearest millimeter (mm).

1.1.1. 0ft. will be the first link where the chain exits the buoy post with measurements ending at the anchor bail.

1.1.2. Scrape all debris and sea life off the chain links where measurements are taken.

1.2. Secure any shackle pins that have missing or broken wire with new stainless-steel mousing/safety wire.

21.0 Task 2 – Chain Replacement

2. Replace the entire buoy chain for selected buoys and dispose of existing chain in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.

2.1. Chain to be American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) tested 7/8in. stud link chain, grade 2, except 1-1/2in. for Fred’s Creek.

2.2. Replacement chain length shall be for the following locations:

2.2.1. Allan Point, Silver Bay – 90ft

2.2.2. Brent’s Beach – 60ft

2.2.3. Fred’s Creek – 45ft of 1-1/2in. stud link and 7ft of 1-1/2in. open link chain to make two (2) length legs for a bridle as shown in Attachment 3.

2.3. Allan Point, Silver Bay and Brent’s Beach locations: replace shackle at the anchor bail with new 1in. hot-dipped galvanized screw-pin shackle. Fred’s Creek: replace shackles at the 2 anchor padeyes with 2 new 1-5/8in. hot-dipped galvanized screw-pin shackles.

Join chain to both legs of bridle with new 1-5/8in. hot-dipped galvanized screw-pin shackles. Secure all shackles with stainless steel mousing/safety wire.

22.0 Task 3 – Chain Modification

3. Modify chains at selected buoys as follows.

3.1. Replace segments of: Piper Island chain from 40ft to 70ft with 30-ft of new chain, and

Mud Bay chain from 30ft to 120ft with 90-ft of new chain, in accordance with Chain Replacement Specifications (II.1.i).

3.1.1. Join new chain segment with 7/8in. hot-dipped screw-pin galvanized shackles secured with stainless steel mousing/safety wire.

3.2. Dispose of old chain in accordance with Federal, state, and local regulations.

23.0 Task 4 – Anode Replacement

4. Replace selected anodes with 3in. x 12in. zinc anode with weld-on tabs. Attach anode with 1

ea. 3/8in. x 1-1/2in. bolt, nut, lock and flat washer. All bolts, nuts and washers must be stainless steel. Note -- anodes on most buoys were replaced by Forest Service employees in 2024.

24.0 Task 5 – Anchor Inspection

5.1. Measure anchor bail diameter to the nearest millimeter (mm) for concrete anchors.

Measure the thickness (mm) of the two pad eyes on the Fred’s Creek anchor.Scrape all debris and sea life off the bail/pad eyes where measurement is taken.

5.2. Describe the condition of the anchor bail/pad eyes in writing, i.e. visual estimate of rust, what type of rust, (flaking or tight), etc.

5.3. For concrete anchors, describe the condition of the concrete (i.e. is it smooth, is it powdery, is it flaking, etc.).

5.3.1. Clean all debris and sea life off a 1ft. x 1ft. area around one corner of the anchor block to allow for inspection.

5.4. Note findings in written report including whether anchor is upside down and the bail is inaccessible.

25 Task 6 – Buoy/Anchor Reposition

6. Reposition selected moorings to their intended location (see latitude/longitude - Exhibit 1) ensuring the anchor bail is pointing upward.

6.1. Approximate distance to move moorings: Piper Island 50-ft, Moser Island 350-ft. Depth at intended locations (Exhibit 1) have not been field verified. Contractor to exercise judgement and make minor location adjustments to achieve a suitable anchorage given the length of chain and sea floor topography. Note final position (latitude/longitude) of buoy in written report.

26 Task 7 – Buoy Maintenance

7.1 Scrape loosely adhered debris and sea life off tires and posts of selected mooring buoys.

7.2 Describe the condition of the anode, buoy tires and metal components in writing, i.e.

visual estimate of rust, bullet hole damage, torn/cracked rubber, severity of anode wasting. Note in written report.

27 Task 8 – Buoy Replacement

8.1 Replace-in-kind one Heavy Duty Alaska Mooring Buoy from Topper Industries. New buoy details must be submitted to COR for approval prior to procuring buoy.

8.1.1 1-1/8in. x 6in. diameter buoy ring and 7/8in. shackle used to connect chain to buoy ring may be reused.

8.2 Contractor shall dispose of the existing buoy in accordance with federal, state, and local

28 Optional Items: all work under optional items shall be in accordance with previous sections/Tasks above.

9. Option Item 1001: Complete buoy the below maintenance on Redoubt Bay Buoy:

9.1. Redoubt Bay Buoy maintenance shall include Chain Replacement, Anode

Replacement, Anchor replacement and Buoy Replacement

9.2. Replacement chain length shall be 70ft.

9.3. Furnish and install new deadweight concrete anchor. New anchor specifications are shown in Appendix 1. New anchor must be inspected by the COR prior to deployment.

9.3.1. Ensure anchor is upright and is not laying on large, submerged rocks.

9.4. Install new shackle at the anchor bail with new 1 in. hot-dipped galvanized screw-pin shackle secured with stainless steel mousing/safety wire.

9.5. Dispose of old anchor off National Forest Land and in accordance with Federal, state, and local regulations.

10. Option Item 1002: Complete anchor replacement for Silver Bay, North Neva and Kanga Bay. Complete Buoy replacement for Kanga Bay.

10.1. All work shall be completed according to all primary tasks 5 and 8.

11. Option Item 1003: Complete anchor modification for Fred’s Creek.

11.1. Weld 2-1/2in. x 2-1/2in. x 1/4in. steel angles to existing anchor padeyes.

11.2. Install/replace anode in accordance with primary task 4.

Deliverables Schedule

29 Key Deliverables

The contractor shall submit an electronic copy of all deliverables to the CO and COR in PDF format and phrased in layperson language. Below is a list of all deliverables outlining each objective and due date.

Item

Deliverable Objective Due

1 Dive Operations Plans (DOP)

The contractor shall develop, implement, and maintain an effective DOP to ensure all services are performed IAW this PWS. The DOP shall detail the procedures used to identify, prevent, and ensure non-recurrence of defective services.

The contractor shall submit an electronic copy to the CO and COR NLT 10 business days after contract award. An updated copy shall be provided to the CO and COR as changes occur.

2 Schedule of Services1

The contractor shall provide a timeline of all the services to be provided under this contract and IAW the contractor’s Quality Control Plan.

The contractor shall submit an electronic copy to the CO and COR NLT 10 business days after contract award. An updated copy shall be provided to the CO and COR as changes occur.

3 Film of the end-product at each buoy location

The contractor shall provide at least one photo of each buoy above the waterline.

Submit photos in .jpg format on same SD card as video footage.

The contractor shall submit an electronic copy to the CO and COR NLT 10 business days after work completion.

4 Written Report

The contractor shall provide a written report with the name of the buoy, the GPS location of the buoy, the name of the diver conducting the inspection, the time the diver entered the water, the time the diver exited the water, the depth of the anchor at dive time, diameter of chain links every 10ft. (not

The contractor shall submit an electronic copy to the CO and COR NLT 10 business days after work completion.

applicable to new chain), diameter of anchor bail or thickness of pad eyes (Fred’s Creek), a narrative of what work was accomplished at the buoy, a description of findings including any problems encountered and useful information concerning the mooring.

Note 1: All reports may be consolidated and submitted as a single document, as long as all required information is provided IAW the Deliverables Schedule.

Performance Requirements Measures

30 Contractor’s Performance

The government expects the contractor to work at an acceptable performance level throughout the life of the contract, and the contractor’s performance shall be given significant consideration when evaluating recommendations for future government contracts and/or awards.

31 Acceptable Performance

Acceptable performance is achieved if 98% of the requirement is successfully satisfied. The contractor’s acceptable performance will be rated in COR reports and in the Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) as Satisfactory, Very Good, or Exceptional.

32 Unacceptable Performance

Unacceptable performance is achieved if less than 98% of the requirement is satisfied (e.g., contract-specified work is incomplete or not performed IAW the PWS, any resulting task order, or applicable manufacturer specifications). If the performance is deemed unacceptable for any objective (required task), the COR will determine the possible cause of this unacceptable performance. Unacceptable performance caused by actions of the contractor shall be reported to the contractor’s on-site representative and request its signature on documentation acknowledging notification. Unacceptable performance caused by actions of the Government shall not be held against the contractor. If the contractor disputes the results of surveillance, the COR must refer the contractor to the CO for resolution. The contractor’s unacceptable performance will be rated in COR reports and in CPARS as Marginal or Unsatisfactory.

33 Performance Requirements Summary

Item

Objective Standard Threshold Surveillance Method

Remedy

1 Chain and Ring Inspection

Services shall be performed IAW Section Task 1 of this PWS and all applicable federal, state, and local standards, laws, and regulations.

95% of the requirement satisfied.

Periodic inspections conducted by the COR and/or

GTM.

Rework within 48 hours at no cost to GOV for defective services. Full invoice payment upon successful completion and acceptance.

2 Chain Replacement

Services shall be performed IAW Section Task 2 of this PWS and all applicable federal, state, and local standards, laws, and regulations.

Zero deviations from the performance standard. No variances allowed.

100% inspections conducted by the

COR.

Rework within 48 hours at no cost to GOV for defective services. Full invoice payment upon successful completion and acceptance.

3 Chain Modification

Services shall be performed IAW Section Task 3 of this PWS and all applicable federal, state, and local standards, laws, and regulations.

Zero deviations from the performance standard. No

Periodic conducted by the

COR.

Rework within 48 hours at no cost to GOV for defective services. Full invoice payment upon successful completion and acceptance.

4 Anode Replacement

Services shall be performed IAW Section Task 4 of this PWS and all applicable federal, state, and local standards, laws, and regulations.

Zero deviations from the performance standard. No conducted by the

COR.

Rework within 48 hours at no cost to GOV for defective services. Full invoice payment upon successful completion and acceptance.

5 Anchor Inspection

Services shall be performed IAW Section Task 5 of this PWS and all applicable federal, state, and local standards, laws, and regulations.

Zero deviations from the performance standard. No conducted by the

COR.

Rework within 48 hours at no cost to GOV for defective services. Full invoice payment upon successful completion and acceptance.

6 Buoy/Anchor Reposition

Services shall be performed IAW Section Task 6 of this PWS and all applicable federal, state, and local standards, laws, and regulations.

Zero deviations from the performance standard. No variances allowed.

100% inspections conducted by the

COR.

Rework within 48 hours at no cost to GOV for defective services. Full invoice successful acceptance.

7 Buoy Maintenance

Services shall be performed IAW Section Task 7 of this PWS and all applicable federal, state, and local standards, laws, and regulations.

Zero deviations from the performance standard. No conducted by the

COR.

Rework within 48 hours at no cost to GOV for defective services. Full invoice payment upon successful completion and acceptance.

8 Buoy Replacement

Services shall be performed IAW Section Task 8 of this PWS and all applicable federal, state, and local standards, laws, and regulations.

Zero deviations from the performance standard. No conducted by the

COR.

Rework within 48 hours at no cost to GOV for defective services. Full invoice payment upon successful completion and acceptance.

1001 Redoubt Bay Buoy

Services shall be performed IAW Section Task 1001 of this PWS and all applicable federal, state, and local standards, laws, and regulations.

Zero deviations from the performance standard. No conducted by the

COR.

Rework within 48 hours at no cost to GOV for defective services. Full invoice payment upon successful completion and acceptance.

1002 Anchor replacement for Silver Bay, North Neva and Kanga Bay.

Complete Buoy replacement for Kanga Bay.

Services shall be performed IAW Section Task 1002 of this PWS and all applicable federal, state, and local standards, laws, and regulations.

Zero deviations from the performance standard. No conducted by the

COR.

Rework within 48 hours at no cost to GOV for defective services. Full invoice payment upon successful completion and acceptance.

1003 Anchor modification for Fred’s Creek

Services shall be performed IAW Section Task 1003 of this PWS and all applicable federal, state, and local

Zero deviations from the performance

100% inspections conducted by the

COR.

Rework within 48 hours at no cost to GOV for defective services. Full standards, laws, and standard. No invoice successful acceptance.

Definitions, Acronyms, and Applicable Laws, Regulations and Guidance

34 Definitions: the definitions below are supplemental to FAR part 2.

Acceptance: The act of an authorized representative of the Government by which the Government, for itself or as agent of another, assumes ownership of existing identified supplies tendered or approves specific services rendered as partial or complete performance of the contract.

Business Day: Refers to any day in which government normal business operations are conducted.

For this contract, a business day will be IAW PWS Paragraph 6.0, Government Regular Working Hours.

Calendar Day: Refers to the period of elapse time, using Coordinated Universal Time or local time that begins at midnight and ends 24 hours later at the next midnight.

Contractor: A supplier or service provider that enters into a contract with the Government to provide specific supplies or services to the Government. The term in this contract refers to the prime.

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.

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.

Facility: An establishment, structure, or assembly of equipment designated for a specific function;

something designed, built, installed, etc., to serve a specific function affording a convenience or service.

Non-Personal Services Contract: A contract under which 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 IAW FAR 37.012, under general contracting authority, and do not require specific statutory authorization.

Performance Objectives: Describe the work that is to take place.

Performance Requirements Summary (PRS): Identifies the key performance indicators of the contract that will be evaluated by the Government to ensure the contractor meets standards.

Performance Standard: Describe the desired results that are to be achieved. A measure of comparison; an acceptability criterion; a benchmark or yardstick against which a service will be measured.

Quality Assurance (QA): Refers to the various functions, including inspection, performed by the Government to determine whether a contractor has fulfilled the contract obligations pertaining to quality and quantity.

Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP): An organized written document used by the Government for quality assurance surveillance. A plan describing how the government will survey, observe, test, sample, evaluate and document the contractor’s performance in meeting critical performance standards identified in the contract.

Quality Control (QC): Refers to the various functions performed by the contractor to control and improve the quality of goods and services provided.

Quality Control Plan (QCP): An organized written document used by the contractor for quality control.

A contractor’s internal quality assurance procedures for measuring, tracking, reporting, and analyzing contract performance. A contractor’s QCP is separate from the government’s QASP.

Service Contract: A contract that directly engages the time and effort of a contractor whose primary purpose is to perform an identifiable task rather than to furnish an end item of supply.

Serviceable Condition: Refers to items that are usable; ready for use; in proper operating condition;

durable; clean and in good condition; usable for its intended purpose.

Sub-Contractor: One that enters into a contract with a prime contractor. The Government does not have privy of contract with the sub-contractor.

35 Acronyms

Acronym ACOR Alternate Contracting Officer Representative ADA Americans with Disabilities Act

ADEC Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation AGAR Agriculture Acquisition Regulation BMP Best Management Practices CAP Contractor Acquired Property CFE Contractor Furnished Equipment CFM Contractor Furnished Material CFP Contractor Furnished Property CFR Code of Federal Regulations CLIN Contract Line Item Number CO Contracting Officer

COR Contracting Officer Representative COTS Commercial-Off-the-Shelf

CPARS Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System DID Data Item Description

EPA Environmental Protection Agency FAPIIS Federal Awardee Performance and Integrity Information

System FAR Federal Acquisition Regulation

FPDS Federal Procurement Data System FS Forest Service

FSH Forest Service Handbook FSM Forest Service Manual GFE Government-Furnished Equipment GFM Government-Furnished Material GFP Government-Furnished Property GTM Government Technical Monitor

HIPAA Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of

IAW In Accordance With IAS Integrated Acquisition System IPP Invoice Processing Platform N/A Not Applicable

NEPA National Environmental Policy Act NLT No Later Than NTE Not to Exceed OCI Organizational Conflict of Interest ODC Other Direct Costs OMB Office of Management and Budget

OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration PA Property Administrator

PIPO Phase In/Phase Out POC Point of Contact POP Period of Performance PRS Performance Requirements Summary PUB Publication PWS Performance Work Statement QA Quality Assurance

QAP Quality Assurance Program QASP Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan

QC Quality Control QCP Quality Control Plan SAM System for Award Management SDS Safety Data Sheets SF Standard Form

TBD To Be Determined TBN To Be Negotiated TE Technical Exhibit

USC United States Code USDA United States Department of Agriculture WD Wage Determination

36 Applicable Laws, Regulations, and Guidance

The contractor shall perform the required services IAW the specifications in this PWS, and all applicable federal, state and local standards, laws and regulations. The contractor shall comply with the most current editions of:

29 CFR part 1910, Subpart T 29 CFR part 1910, Subpart T, Appendix B FSH 4209.11 Chapter 10 Diving and Snorkeling Safe Practices

37 Appendix(s):

Appendix 1 Buoy_Anchor_3pgs Appendix 2 Map Mooring Buoys Appendix 3 Freds Creek Anchor Drawing Appendix 4 Freds Creek Anchor Padeye Photo