Attachment 3 - Statement of Work.pdf

Star Meadows Cabin Renovation Flathead National Forest

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SECTION C – DESCRIPTION AND SPECIFICATIONS

STATEMENT OF WORK

C.1 PROJECT SCOPE

a. Description:

BASE BID: Work includes complete operational assembly of the following:

• Hydronic Heating: - Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning HVAC

This project requires design and construction aspects of heating systems in buildings. The work covered includes piping, pumps, and associated components used in boilers, hydronic coils, and radiant floor heating systems.

• Propane Service: Install a new 500-gallon propane tank to include a concrete pad, trenching, piping, regulator(s), shut-offs, and all the necessary code and manufacturer appurtenances required for a complete and operational system. Provide plumbing to serve new fireplaces.

• Propane Fireplaces: Install two new propane fireplaces to include all ductwork, venting, floor hearth, and wall shields.

• Water Supply: Retrofit existing well to provide a complete pressurized water supply to the dwelling with a functional kitchen faucet. All appurtenances necessary to complete the water supply system are incidental to this work.

• Sewer Drain: Stub in a new sewer drain from the existing septic tank to the bathroom for future bathroom remodel connection.

• Miscellaneous: Utility locates, permits, demolition, excavation, and all other work necessary to complete the Base Bid line items as outlined in the plans and specifications is incidental to this work.

b. Project Location:

Star Meadows Cabin 5250 Star Meadow Rd Whitefish, MT 59937

c. Period of Performance:

March 2, 2026 – June 30, 2026.

This is a heavily used public rental cabin.

d. Technical Contact:

Patrick Siers – Project

COR (406)758-5347

patrick.siers@usda.gov

e. Pre-Bid Tour:

No Pre-Bid Tour Prospective bidders are encouraged to visit the site prior to bidding.

Page mailto:patrick.siers@usda.gov

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f. Price Range:

$100,000 - $250,000

C-3 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

a) Existing Facilities. In addition to the requirements of the Use of Premises Clause, AGAR 452.236-70, all existing facilities structures damaged by the Contractor shall be replaced or repaired by the Contractor at no additional cost to the Government. This includes any facilities inside or outside the project limits, including along any access routes.

Do not trim or damage vegetation except with specific Contracting Officers (CO) approval.

b) Pollution and Erosion Control. During all operations under this contract, the

Contractor shall exercise reasonable measures to prevent or minimize soil erosion and pollution of water and other resources. All refuse, including garbage, rubbish, and solid or liquid wastes, from the Contractor's operations, including camps, parking areas, and equipment maintenance areas shall be stored, collected, and disposed of in a sanitary and nuisance-free manner. Refuse shall be disposed of in State-approved landfills unless otherwise approved by the Contracting Officer (CO).

c) Coordination with District Operations. The work will take place in areas critical to daily ranger district operations. The Contractor shall maintain regular contact and coordination with the district representative to assure that district operations are not hindered by the work.

d) Storage and Stockpiling. The Contractor shall confine storage of equipment, materials, and vehicles to within the limits delineated by the Contracting Officer. The Contractor shall be solely responsible for the loss of or damage to materials stored on Forest Service lands or elsewhere.

e) Coordination with Other Contractors. The Contractor shall maintain regular contact and coordination with all other contractors working on the district compounds to assure that the operations of other contractors are not hindered by the work.

f) Worksite Cleanliness and Final Cleanup. Maintain the project work areas in a clean and orderly condition throughout the progress of work under this contract. All refuse, including garbage, rubbish, and solid or liquid wastes from the Contractor's operations shall be stored and collected in a sanitary manner and disposed of off Government property in a legal manner. Maintain strict control of hazardous materials to prevent contamination of the site.

g) Equipment Specifications. Equipment and tools shall be in good mechanical and operating condition, fully capable of performing all phases of the specified work.

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h) Weather Conditions. Work will be suspended if, in the opinion of the Contracting Officer, weather conditions preclude effective protection of resources, site rehabilitation, or otherwise impact project end results in a significant, negative manner.

i) Sanitary Facilities – Vault Toilet and Handpump are available on site. Water supply will be disrupted as part of construction activities.

j) Notification. Contractor shall notify the C.O. at least two weeks prior to entering a work site.

C-4 HAULING AND DISPOSAL OF MATERIALS

a) All loads shall be completely covered during hauling.

b) All materials removed from the site shall be disposed of in a legal manner off National Forest System lands. All fees associated with material disposal shall be paid by the Contractor.

C-5 CLEANUP AND DISPOSAL

The Contractor shall at all times keep the area in an orderly condition. Upon completing the work, the Contractor shall remove from the site and premises any rubbish, tools, equipment, and materials that are not the property of the Forest Service. Upon completing the work, the Contractor shall leave the work areas in a clean, neat, and orderly condition satisfactory to the Contracting Officer.

C-6 EXISTING UTILITIES

The Contractor is responsible for location of all utilities prior to beginning work. Damaged utilities shall be repaired at the Contractor’s expense.

C-7 - FOOD AND GARBAGE STORAGE

All food, beverages, and scented or flavored toiletries must be stored unavailable to bears at night and when unattended during the day. Attractants include but are not limited to canned food, pop, beer, garbage, grease, processed livestock or pet food, toothpaste, and chap stick. All attractants shall be hung at least 10-feet off the ground and 4-feet from any vertical support, or stored inside a bear resistant container or vehicle. Cars, pick-up cabs, enclosed horse trailers, hard sided campers or camper shells are all considered bear resistant. Food should be stored out of sight in vehicles. Coolers, pop-up campers, backpacks, and tents are not considered bear resistant.

C-8 – FIRE CONTROL (FS.236.1)

(a) Contractor's Responsibility for Contractor-Caused Fires – The Contractor, whether or not directed by the Forest Service, shall immediately extinguish, without expense to the

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Government, all fires on or in the vicinity of the project which are caused by Contractor's employees, whether set directly or indirectly as a result of Contractor operations. The Contractor may be held liable for all damages and costs of additional labor, subsistence, equipment, supplies, and transportation resulting from fires set or caused by the Contractor's employees or resulting from contract operations.

(b) Other Fires – For the purpose of fighting forest fires on or in the vicinity of the project, which are not caused by the Contractor or his employees, the Contractor when requested by the Contracting Officer shall place his employees and equipment temporarily at the disposal of the Forest Service. Payment for such services will be made by the Government at not less than the current rate for fire-fighting services established by the Forest Service in the area concerned.

Any employees and equipment furnished will be relieved from fire fighting as soon as the Forest Service finds that it is practicable to employ other labor and equipment adequate for the protection of the area.

An equitable adjustment in contract time may be made for this period.

(c) Fire Plan – At all times during closed fire season period, as specified by State law, the

Contractor shall comply with each of the following provisions to the extent applicable to his operation under the contract.

1. Fire Tools – The Contractor will provide for each employee in the contract area at least one approved hand tool of a type appropriate in the contract area, such as shovel, pulaski, or ax. Tools required and furnished under (2) and (4) below, shall count toward fulfillment of the above requirement. Where additional tools, beyond those required under (2) and (4) below, are to be provided, the Contractor shall seal such tools in one or more boxes painted red and marked "Tools for Fire Only." All tools required herein shall be kept sharp and in good serviceable condition and maintained at locations to be designated by the Forest Service.

2. Fire Extinguishers and Tools on Mobile or Stationary Equipment – Each unit of powered equipment used in connection with this contract, including automobiles, trucks, tractors, etc., shall be equipped with serviceable tools and fire extinguishers as follows:

One - fire extinguisher, dry chemical type of not less than 2-1/2 pound capacity with 4 BC or higher rating.

One - shovel, round point #0 lady or equal.

One - ax, 2 pounds or over, 26-inch minimum length, or one pulaski.

One - water container (at least 1-gallon capacity), not required with stationary equipment.

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3. Blasting – Fuse or prima cord shall not be used unless authorized in writing by the CO with special precautions stated.

4. Smoking – Smoking shall not be permitted within the contract area except on surfaced or dirt roads, at landings, within closed vehicles, in camps, or at other posted places, and shall never be allowed while working or traveling on foot.

5. Storage of Petroleum and Other Highly Flammable Products – Gasoline, oil, grease, or other highly flammable material will be stored either in a separate building used exclusively for such storage, or at a site where all combustible debris and vegetation is cleared away within a radius of 25 feet. Fire extinguishers and/or sand barrels may be required at such locations specified by the Forest Service when unusually hazardous conditions exist.

6. Precautions for Stoves – Stovepipes on all temporary buildings, trailers, and tents using wood burning stoves, will be equipped with roof jacks and serviceable spark arresters of mesh with openings no larger than 5/8 inch.

All stovepipes, inside and out, will not be closer than 2 feet from any wood or other flammable material or 1 foot if the combustible material is protected by a metal or asbestos shield.

7. Welding – Welding or use of cutting torches will be permitted only in areas that have been cleared or are free of all material capable of carrying fire. Flammable debris and vegetation must be removed from within a minimum of 10 feet radius of all welding and cutting torch operations. A shovel and a 5-gallon standard backpack water container (filled), with hand pump attached, shall be immediately available for use in the event of a fire start.

8. Fire Plan – Prior to initiating work on the contract area, during the closed fire season period, a fire prevention and suppression plan will usually be prepared. The Contractor and the Forest Service will jointly prepare this plan. Such plan shall include a detailed list of men and equipment at the Contractor's disposal for implementing the plan. The fire plan shall also specify additional measures and/or special requirements, such as Hoot Owl restrictions, necessary during periods of critical fire weather conditions.

When Hoot Owl restrictions are invoked, the Forest Service may curtail or shut down all or portions of a Contractor's operations. The following requirements may be imposed:

a) All high fire risk operations could be terminated at 1300 local time.

b) All burning could be stopped, including debris burning fires.

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c) Patrolman may be required for a period of 2 hours after high fire risk operations and 1 hour after end of work shift. The Contractor shall provide the patrolman unless the contract is for equipment rental, in which case the Government will provide the patrolman.

C-9 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

The method of measurement will be as designated in the SCHEDULE OF ITEMS. The accepted quantity will be paid for at the contract unit price for the Pay Item shown in the SCHEDULE OF ITEMS. Payment will be for all labor, equipment, transportation, supervision, operating supplies, materials, and incidentals necessary to complete the work as specified.

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SECTION F--DELIVERIES OR PERFORMANCE

FAR 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference (FEB 1998)

This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es):

www.arnet.gov/far/

FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION (48 CFR CHAPTER 1) CLAUSES

52.242-14 Suspension of Work (APR 1984)

FAR 52.211-10 Commencement, Prosecution, and Completion of Work (APR 1984) Alternate I (APR 1984)

The Contractor shall be required to

(a) commence work under this contract within 30 calendar days after the date the Contractor receives the notice to proceed,

(b) complete all work, including move-in and move-out between March 2 through June 30, 2025.

The completion date is based on the assumption that the successful offeror will receive the notice to proceed by March 9, 2026. The completion date will be extended by the number of calendar days after the above date that the Contractor receives the notice to proceed, except to the extent that the delay in issuance of the notice to proceed results from the failure of the Contractor to execute the contract and give the required performance and payment bonds within the time specified in the offer.

NOTE: Notify the Contracting Officer (CO) of intent to begin work at least fourteen days in advance.

http://www.arnet.gov/far/

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SECTION G--CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION DATA

GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED PROPERTY

There is no government property provided for in his contract.

SECTION H--SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

FAR 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference (FEB 1998)

This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es):

www.usda.gov/procurement/policy/agar.html

AGRICULTURE ACQUISITION REGULATION (48 CFR CHAPTER 4) CLAUSES

452.236-77 Emergency Response (NOV 1996)

H-1 NOXIOUS WEED CONTROL

Prior to mobilizing onto National Forest lands, roads, or trails, the contractor shall sufficiently clean any equipment by removing all visible dirt and plant materials. All subsequent move-outs/move-ins by the same piece of equipment shall be equally cleaned.

Prior to any equipment move-in, the Contractor shall make the equipment available for a Forest Service inspection at an agreed location.

H-2 SECURITY AND PROTECTION

(a) Security and Protection – Security is the Contractor’s responsibility. Limit access to the construction area to persons involved in the work. Provide secure storage for materials that are stored on site. Secure completed work as required to prevent loss.

Barricades, warning signs and light shall comply with standards and code requirements for erection of structurally adequate barricades. All road warning signs, barricades, and traffic control devices shall conform to MUTCD. Paint with appropriate colors, graphics, and warning signs to inform personnel and the public of the hazard being protected against. Where appropriate and needed, provide lighting, including flashing red or amber lights.

(b) Maintenance of Traffic – The Contractor is authorized to use roads under the jurisdiction of the Forest Service, and open to public travel, for all activities necessary to complete Page http://www.usda.gov/procurement/policy/agar.html

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June 25, 2025 this contract, subject to limitations and authorizations shown on the drawings or specified under this contract when such use will not damage the roads or national forest resources and when traffic can be accommodated safely.

Except as allowed in the contract, trailheads and roads shall remain open throughout the construction project. Perform no work that interferes or conflicts with traffic or existing access to the roadway surface until a plan for satisfactorily handling the traffic has been approved.

Before shutting down operations, take all necessary precautions to prevent damage to the project, such as temporary detours, approaches, crossings, or intersections; and provide for normal drainage and minimization of erosion. Leave all travel ways in a condition suitable for traffic.

(c) Protection of Improvements – The Contractor shall complete sequences of construction activity in order to prevent damage to equipment, material, and articles incorporated into the work covered by this contract.

BASE STAR MEADOW CABIN RENOVATION

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MOBILIZATION

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010100 - SUMMARY OF WORK

011900 - MOBILIZATION

013300 - SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

014100- QUALITY CONTROL

017320 - SELECTIVE DEMOLITION

02 SITEWORK

020520 - CONCRETE PAD

03 DEMOLITION

06 WOOD, PLASTIC, & COMPOSITES

061050 - MISCELLANEOUS CARPENTRY

07 THERMAL & MOISTURE PROTECTION

071310 - WALLS & FLOORS

22 PLUMBING

221100 - WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS

221103 - PLUMBING APPURTENANCES

221120 - SUBMERSIBLE WELL PUMP

221300 - SEWER DRAIN SYSTEMS

23 HEATING, VENTILATING, & AIR CONDITIONING

231126- PROPANE GAS SUPPLY

235513 - PROPANE STOVES

26 ELECTRICAL

260519- LOW VOLTAGE WIRING & DEVICES

31 EARTHWORK

312200 - EXCAVATION, TRENCHING, & EARTHWORK

33 UTILITIES

330530 - TRACER WIRES

334116- DRAIN TILE & LATERAL DRAINS

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GENERAL CONSTRUCTION NOTES

1.1. PLANS SHOW APPROXIMATE LOCATIONS OF ALL KNOWN EXISTING UTILITIES. THE PRESENTATION OF EXISTING UTILITIES IS NOT WARRANTED TO BE EITHER COMPLETE OR EXACT IN HORIZONTAL POSITION AND ELEVATION. THE CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR REQUESTING UTILITY LOCATE REQUESTS PRIOR TO THE START OF UTILITIES AND CONFLICTS WITH NEW CONSTRUCTION SHALL BE IMMEDIATELY

BROUGHT TO THE ATTENTION OF THE CONTRACTING OFFICER.

1.2. IN INSTANCES WHERE THE MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS FOR MATERIALS ARE MORE RESTRICTIVE

THAN THOSE PRESCRIBED BY THESE PLANS OR CODE, THE MATERIAL SHALL BE INSTALLED IN

ACCORDANCE WITH THE MORE RESTRICTIVE REQUIREMENT.

1.3. LOCATIONS AND DIMENSIONS ARE PROVIDED FOR ESTIMATING PURPOSES. ADJUSTMENTS TO

ACCOMMODATE A MORE APPROPRIATE "FIELD FIT" MAY BE APPLIED WITH COR APPROVAL.

1. TRENCHING

GENERAL CONSTRUCTION NOTES .+,

5. PROPANE s

5.1. CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL PERMITS, INSPECTIONS, AND COMPLIANCE FOR

COMPLETE PROPANE TANK INSTALLATION TO INCLUDE GAS SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION LINES.

5.1.1. SUPPLY AND INSTALL 500 GALLON ABOVE GROUND PROPANE TANK AND CONCRETE PAD.

5.1.2. BURY PROPANE SUPPLY LINE FROM TANK TO DWELLING A MINIMUM OF 18 INCHES.

5.1.3. PROVIDE REGULATOR AND GAS SHUT OFF AT EXTERIOR CABIN WALL.

5.1.4. PROVIDE GAS DISTRIBUTION PIPING TO THREE (3) PROPANE FIREPLACES.

5.1.5. PROVIDE A CAPPED GAS LINE SUPPLY TO THE MECHANICAL ROOM FOR FUTURE

APPLIANCE CONNECTION.

6. PROPANE FIREPLACE

1.1. CONTRACTOR SHALL COMPLY WITH O.S.H.A. CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS FOR TRENCH EXCAVATIONS.

(SEC. 1926 SUBPART P)

2. BEDDING

2.1. BEDDING MATERIAL SHALL BE SAND PLACED IN 6-INCH LIFTS AND TAMPED IN PLACE. BEDDING UNDER

AND BESIDE THE PIPE SHALL BE COMPACTED FOR PIPE SUPPORT. BEDDING SHALL BE BROUGHT UP

EVENLY ON BOTH SIDES OF THE PIPE SO THAT THE PIPE REMAINS ALIGNED.

2.1.1. PROVIDE 4-INCH THICK COMPACTED SAND BED BELOW PIPE.

2.1.2. PROVIDE 6-INCH THICK COMPACTED SAND BED ABOVE PIPE.

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6.3.

6.4.

6.4.1.

6.4.2.

PROPANE FIREPLACES SHALL HAVE OPTION TO OPERATE WHEN POWER SUPPLY IS DISRUPTED.

NAPOLEON ARLINGTON DIRECT VENT CAST IRON GAS STOVE (GD3200), OR APPROVED

EQUAL.

PROPANE FIREPLACES SHALL BE UL LISTED.

INSTALL MANUFACTURER SUPPLIED NON-COMBUSTIBLE HEARTH PAD AND WALL PROTECTOR

SYSTEMS.

INSTALL EACH FIREPLACE IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER'S INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONS.

MAINTAIN COMBUSTIBLE CLEARANCES

PROVIDE PROPER VENTILATION AND EXHAUST

3. BACKFILLING

3.1. LOOSE EARTH FREE FROM ROCKS, BROKEN CONCRETE AND FROZEN CHUNKS SHALL BE PLACED IN THE

TRENCH IN 6-INCH LAYERS AND TAMPED IN PLACE UNTIL THE CROWN OF THE PIPE IS COVERED IN 12

INCHES OF TAMPED EARTH.

3.2. BACKFILL REMAINING TRENCH IN 6-INCH LAYERS AND MECHANICALLY COMPACT TO 95% DRY DENSITY

AND +/-3% OPTIMUM MOISTURE (TESTING NOT REQUIRED)

4. WATER DISTRIBUTION

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7.4.

SMOKE AND CARBON MONOXIDE (CO) ALARMS

ALL ALARMS SHALL BE COMBINATION SMOKE/CO ALARMS

COMBINATION SMOKE/CO ALARMS SHALL RECEIVE THEIR PRIMARY POWER SOURCE FROM THE

BUILDING WIRING WITH BATTERY BACKUP

ALARM DEVICES SHALL BE INTERCONNECTED IN SUCH A MANNER THAT ACTUATION OF ONE

ALARM WILL ACTIVATE ALL ALARMS IN THE DWELLING.

FOUR (4) ALARMS SHALL BE INSTALLED IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS:

4.1. WATER SUPPLY LINE TO ENTER NORTHEAST CORNER OF CABIN BASEMENT (EXISTING COLD ROOM).

4.1.1. SEE SHEET 06 FOR DETAILS.

4.2. PROVIDE COLD WATER DISTRIBUTION LINES TO THE KITCHEN SINK USING 1/2-INCH PEX TUBING.

4.3. INSTALL NEW KITCHEN FAUCET AND ALL ASSOCIATED PLUMBING NECESSARY FOR OPERATION.

4.3.1. FAUCET SHALL BE EQUIPPED TO RECEIVE HOT WATER FOR FUTURE USE.

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