ATTACHMENT 1 - Statement of Work2025.docx

STATEMENT OF WORK

OVERVIEW

The USDA Forest Service (FS), Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests, Enoree Ranger District will be renting 7 pieces of equipment for projects in rural environments which includes, but not exclusive to, rocks, water, trees, branches, and heavy mud. The FS will be renting these pieces of equipment only, not operators.

Proposals should be submitted by line item for delivery and pick up charges, monthly rates, and any other fees associated with renting, delivering, and picking up this equipment. The FS is a federal agency and does not pay taxes and is self-insured. Contractors must be active in the System for Award Management (www.sam.gov) to be eligible for this award. Invoicing will be through the Invoice Processing Platform (www.ipp.gov).

SPECIFICS

Name brand is being used to describe the type of equipment that had been used in the past that worked well for these types of projects. Pricing for exact or similar equipment may be submitted however additional information may be requested for equipment that is similar. Similar equipment must meet or exceed specifics.

1) QTY 2: CAT D6N-LGP w/ 13.4 ft VPAT (6way) blade machine is ISO rated net 166hp @ 45,000 lbs. (high track machine) used for pushing dirt, fine grading, and some clearing (see also Pg.2 specs). One unit being rented for one month starting approximately 7 July 2025. One unit being rented for two months, also starting approximately 7 July 2025. Delivery and pick up location are on the Enoree Ranger District at a location near Newberry County to be determined.

2) QTY 3: CAT 320E Series Excavator with hydraulic thumb. Excavators should meet or exceed 164hp and 49,600lbs. Two units are being rented for one month and starting approximately 7 July 2025. One unit being rented for two months, also starting approximately 7 July 2025. Delivery and pick up location are on the Enoree Ranger District at location in or near Newberry County to be determined

3) QTY 1: CAT 316E Series Excavator with hydraulic thumb. Excavator should meet or exceed 119hp and 37,920lbs Being rented for two months and starting approximately 7 July 2025. Delivery and pick up locations are on the Enoree Ranger District at location in or near Newberry County to be determined

4) QTY 1: Terrmac RT7R tracked dump truck with rotating bed. Being rented for one month and starting approximately 7 July 2025. Delivery and pick up location are on the Enoree Ranger District at location in or near Newberry County to be determined

5) Equipment may need to be moved from one location to another location. Locations will be within the Enoree Ranger District of delivery/pick up. Move locations will be dependent on weather, how well the FS projects are faring, and any number of factors and locations are not known at the moment. However, the FS can advise the equipment will not be transferred outside the Enoree Ranger District delivery/pick up location. The maximum number of moves for all equipment will be no greater than 14 moves.

EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

Equipment shall meet all standards established by specification or incorporated by reference and shall be maintained in good repair by the Contractor.

1) All equipment shall have:

2) Dozers - in addition to (a) equipment requirements, dozers shall have:

a) Factory installed Roll Over Protection Structures (ROPS) and Falling Object Protective Structures (FOPS) meeting the standards set forth by OSHA for Forestry work for the year that the machine was constructed is required. At no time will a machine that does not have a factory FOPS/ROPS system be hired. A manufacturer's nameplate certifying the operator’s enclosure or alternative documentation that the cab meets these provisions is required. Deflectors, which may be part of the cab, shall be installed in front of the operator area to deflect whipping saplings and branches. Deflectors shall be located so as not to impede visibility and access to the cab. Modification of factory ROPS/FOPS (Cutting/Welding) and any aftermarket ROPS/FOPS requires certification to ISO 3471/8082 or SAE J 1040/231.

b) Operator Protection shall meet all applicable Federal and State (the State where equipment is registered) logging safety standards (per OSHA, 29 CFR 1910.266) and must have an enclosed environmental cab for operator protection, such as a Forestry cab package with wire mesh covering the windows or safety glazing that provides equivalent protection. The rear portion of the cab shall be fully enclosed with mesh material over the windows or heavy Polycarbonate material capable of withstanding a broken winch line or Jill poke, with openings of such size as rejecting the entrance of an object larger than 2 inches in diameter. The covering if installed, shall be affixed to the structural members so that ample clearance will be provided between the screen and the back of the operator and shall provide maximum rearward visibility. If using mesh, it shall extend forward from the rear corners of the cab sides as far as possible; or at a minimum at least even with the operator’s chest. If the tank, as mounted, provides equivalent guarding for the operator, then no additional mesh or window glazing is needed. Polycarbonate windows are not "glass" but may be acceptable as a standalone window guard. An example of this type of Polycarbonate would be found on a Factory Feller Buncher cab. Any machine cab meeting ISO 8084 or SAE J1084 fulfills this requirement.

c) Lighting (Minimum 2 rear, 2 forward). Factory equipped lighting must be operational. All attachments to the parent machine must be illuminated for night operations. Lights must be mounted to the equipment in such a way to provide protection from damage and provide illumination beyond the blade or working area.

3) Excavators – in addition (a) equipment requirements, excavators shall have:

a) Note - 360 Degree Swing machines (Excavators, Feller Bunchers, Etc.) are not required to have ROPS as the boom is recognized as the ROPS structure. 360-degree swing machines shall have a factory enclosed cab constructed to OSHA standards at the time of manufacture. All machines that use attachments that have potential for chain shot or cutting tooth damage to the operator area must have protective glazing (Polycarbonate) to protect the operator. Excavators must have protective screen or bars over the front of the cab acting as a deflector of brush and branches.

b) Lighting. 360-degree swing machines such as Excavators/Feller Bunchers require two (2) forward. Factory equipped lighting must be operational. All attachments to the parent machine must be illuminated for night operations. Lights must be mounted to the equipment in such a way to provide protection from damage and provide illumination beyond the blade, bucket/thumb, or working area.

c) Hydraulic thumb.

d) Machines must meet state and federal safety regulations.

4) Track Truck- In addition to (1) equipment requirements: Must meet the following dimension and operating specifications:

TRANSPORTATION

1) The Contractor is responsible for transporting the equipment to and from the delivery/pick up locations. Transports shall have current Department of Transportation (DOT) certification and be of sufficient and legal weight rating to transport the equipment.

2) Contractor is responsible for:

a) Meeting all state and federal requirements, such as weight restrictions and hauling permits;

b) All special permits;

c) Providing all pilot cars when required by a permitting agency;

d) A valid fleet insurance policy information card issued by an insurer;

e) A valid insurance declaration page;

f) A written insurance binder issued by the same agent as parent insurance.

3) The Contractor is responsible for all costs associated with the transport until the equipment is unloaded and the transport is released. Once the heavy equipment is delivered and unloaded, the transport is considered released.

4) The transport may be inspected with “Pre-Use Inspection” below. Transports not passing this inspection may be cause for the rejection of both the transport and heavy piece of equipment being hauled.

TIRE REQUIREMENT

Tires shall have load ratings in accordance with the vehicle Gross Vehicle Weight Ratings (GVWR). All tires on the vehicles, which including the spare tire, if required, shall have sound sidewalls, body and tire tread depth of a minimum of 2/32 inch for rear tires and 4/32 inch for steering axle tires.

PRE-USE INSPECTION

1) All resources furnished under this agreement shall be in acceptable condition. The Government reserves the right to reject resources that are not in safe and operable condition. The Government will perform inspections prior to use

2) If the resource does not pass inspection, it is considered noncompliant. The Contractor may be given 24 hours or time frame designated by Government representatives to bring the resource into compliance. If the resource does not pass inspection, no payment will be made for travel to the delivery location or return to the point of hire, or for the time that the resource was not available.

INSPECTION REPORTS

Copies of the inspection reports and related documentation shall be distributed as follows:

1) The original shall remain with the Contract Officer Representative.

2) A copy of the inspection shall be given to the Contractor and/or the Contractors Representative.

3) A duplicate copy shall be forwarded to the CO for all non-compliant resources.

DELIVERY/PICK UP REQUIREMENTS

Delivery and pick up coordination will be with one of the following individuals:

1) Jason Jennings 803-240-2474

2) Tarri McKinney at 864-923-9945

3) Todd Bennett 864-429-6058

4) Chris Evans at 803-321-2970 Coordinate delivery times no less than two workdays prior to delivery dates.