ATTACHMENT 7 Seed Project No. 1 Combined Files SOW-SOI-Maps for Herbicide Treatments (335 Acres).pdf

CONTRACT STATEMENT OF WORK for Seed Project #1-Herbicide Treatment

Title: Francis Marion National Forest NNIS Control Location: Francis Marion National Forest Requesting Unit: Francis Marion Acres: 335

Brief Description of the Requirement:

The contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, and other items and incidental services necessary to perform the treatment of non-native invasive plants infestations, which could include Japanese climbing fern (Lygodium japonicum), Chinese Privet (Ligustrum sinense), and Chinese tallow tree (Triadica sebifera ) along selected roads. Infestations will be treated within 100 feet on either side of the road. At a minimum, application methods will selectively target 99% of non-native invasive species within 100 foot of the road. Total miles of road to be covered is approximately 14 miles. Application of herbicide to non-target plant species within these areas will be avoided to the utmost extent practicable.

ROADS TO TREAT:

ROUTE_NO MILES ACRES

115 2.23 54.0

197 0.56 14.0

199 0.96 23.0

115A 0.74 18.0

115B 0.76 18.0

S-08-361 0.4 10.0

S-08-379 0.65 16.0

S-08-52 0.76 18.0

S-08-53 1.93 40.0

US-17 ALT 1.79 43.0

US-52 3.34 81.0

TOTAL 14.12 335

Government Furnished:

Those resources to be provided by the Government are identified in the Statement of Work. ArcGIS layers are available for treatment areas listed Table 1. GIS layers may be obtained by contacting Danny Carlson at 843-336-2237.

Place(s) and Period(s) of Performance:

Non-native invasive species are to be treated within Forest Service compartments 25,26,27,28,29 &55 on the Francis Marion National Forest. Treatment areas are located in Berkeley County, South Carolina and are shown on the attached maps.

Inspection and Acceptance:

Inspection and acceptance will be performed by Forest Service personnel at such intervals to ensure compliance with the contract specifications and provisions. Upon completion of work within an area, the Contractor shall notify the COR that work within the area is completed and the COR shall make an interim inspection of the work. If the work meets specifications, the Contractor may proceed with work on the next area. If the work does not meet specifications, the Contractor shall complete any remedial work required prior to commencing work on the next area. This interim inspection is not a final inspection and does not relieve the Contractor’s responsibility until the final inspection is completed.

Payment will be made at the unit price for acres completed and accepted.

Basis of Payment

1) Contractor shall bid on treating approximately 335 acres will submit said bid on a total cost and per acre cost basis.

2) Total acreage to be treated will be dependent upon the awarded bid amount and Government capital available to fund the project (e.g., treatment acreage may need to be decreased if Government funding is inadequate or may be increased if more funding is available).

3) Contractor will receive final payment based on the following formula:

Cost per acre X treatment acreage = Final payment amount

4) Invoices must be submitted to the COR at:

US Forest Service 2967 Steed Creek Road Huger, SC 29450

Government Contract Representatives for Task Order:

CO

Name: TBD Title:

Address:

Voice:

Fax:

Email:

COR

Name: Danny Carlson Title: Wildlife Technician Address: 2967 Steed Creek Road Huger, SC 29450 Voice: 843-336-2237 Fax: 843-336-2250 Email: dlcarlsonn@fs.fed.us

Forest Service Primary Contact:

Name: Danny Carlson Title: Biological Science Technician Address: 2967 Steed Creek Road Huger, SC 29450 Voice: 843-336-2237 Fax: 843-336-2250 Email: dlcarlson@fs.fed.us

Security and Other Special Requirements:

See Attached Specifications and Emergency Spill Plan

Applicable Documents/Specifications See Attached and the following:

Treatment Specifications:

General Specifications:

Contractor shall maintain and provide records of herbicide application (i.e., rate/acre and total amount of herbicide/surfactant used) and date of treatments. Such records will be submitted to the COR for each area treated.

Herbicides shall be applied strictly according to label requirements.

Herbicide mixing, loading, or cleaning areas in the field are not located within 200 feet of private land, open water or wells, or other sensitive areas.

Trucks containing herbicide or tank mixed herbicide will not be allowed to park, mix, and distribute herbicides within 200 feet of perennial or intermittent stream, surface water, or pond. Water for mixing will not be obtained from ponds, wetlands, streams, or artesian wells on the forest.

Only the amount of herbicide needed for the day's use is taken to the site. At the day's end, all leftover herbicide is returned to storage.

During use, equipment to store, transport, mix, or apply herbicides is inspected daily for leaks.

Emergency Spill Plan:

Contractor shall adhere to the attached Emergency Spill Plan (Appendix A)

Control of chinaberry, mimosa, and Japanese honeysuckle:

For Chinaberry, mimosa and Japanese honeysuckle, stems or vines greater than 7 feet in height may be treated using cut-stem or hack and squirt methods with an undiluted or 50% solution of Renovate 3 or equivalent (active ingredient triclopyr) in water. The contractor shall completely spray to saturation all green foliage of Chinaberry and mimosa less than 7 feet in height with a 3% solution of Renovate 3 or equivalent in water with ½ % water-soluble/aquatic labeled surfactant (Timberland 90 preferred). Inert dye, provided by the contractor, shall be added into all herbicide mixes for ease of inspection.

Control of Japanese climbing fern, Chinese/Japanese wisteria, or Chinese privet:

Japanese climbing fern, Chinese/Japanese wisteria, or Chinese privet greater than 7 feet in height may be treated using cut-stem or hack and squirt methods with a 50% solution of Accord Concentrate or equivalent (active ingredient glyphosate) with ½ % aquatic labeled surfactant (Timberland 90 preferred). The contractor shall completely spray to saturation all green foliage of the aforementioned species that are less than 7 feet in height with a 3% mixture of glyphosate or equivalent. Inert dye, provided by the contractor, shall be added into all herbicide mixes for ease of inspection.

Control of Chinese tallow, or tung oil tree:

Chinese tallow and tung oil tree with 2-3 quarts/acre Habitat (1-2% solution) in water with 4.5 oz./acre SilEnergy surfactant applied to foliage less than 7 feet in height or inject stems with a 20% solution of Habitat in water.

Treatment of the species listed above shall consist of one herbicide application. The application shall occur between 15 August and 15 November 2021.

Attachments o Maps of project area

Appendix A: Emergency Spill Plan

1. PREVENTION AND READINESS

In their vehicles, COR’s or crew leaders will carry copies of this spill plan, the herbicide labels and MSDSs for the herbicides, surfactants and dyes being used. They will also carry a vehicle spill kit having the contents specified at the end of this appendix.

Note that for any spill of approximately 5 gallons or less, herbicide(s) will be cleaned up and then applied to the site. Neither the Regional Office nor SCDHEC need be notified of such small spills.

2. PROVIDE FOR CARE OF INJURED OR CONTAMINATED PERSONNEL

Immediately determine if any personnel are injured or contaminated. Assist with first aid of injured or contaminated personnel.

Remove injured or contaminated personnel from the spill site to an area safe and free of pesticides.

If eyes are contaminated with pesticide, give first priority to washing them out, using portable eyewash bottles, or if these are unavailable, wash with any clean water. Remove contaminated clothing from affected individuals, and wash pesticides off skin with detergent and clean water. If any pesticides have been ingested, see the Material Safety Data Sheet for specific first aid measures.

Immediately seek medical assistance for injured and contaminated personnel. Do not leave contaminated individuals alone unless essential to secure aid. If necessary, direct a third person to stay with the injured until a physician takes charge and has been advised of the actual or possible pesticide exposure.

Watch for the following symptoms of pesticide poisoning: Eye irritation, skin irritation, discomfort, or pain in stomach or intestinal area, dizziness, headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, slurred speech, muscle twitching or convulsions, or difficulty in breathing.

3. SPILL IDENTIFICATION

Determine product name for chemical or chemicals spilled and check the label and Material Safety Data Sheet for immediate hazards.

Extinguish all flames and possible ignition sources. Stop any smoking by personnel in case chemicals are flammable.

Isolate the contaminated area and keep unnecessary persons away from the spill site.

4. NOTIFY AND INFORM

District Safety Officer. Contact the safety officer for the appropriate district.

Forest Pesticide Specialist:

Andrew Mueller, telephone: (803) 561-4062

Forest Safety Officer:

James Fowlkes, telephone (803) 561-4027 Telephone above personnel and inform as to:

a. Chemical Name and Brand Name

b. Location of Spill

c. Compartment and Stand Number

d. Nearest Road Name and Number

e. Size or Volume of Chemical Spilled

The Forest Pesticide Specialist or Forest Safety Officer will notify other key personnel and agencies as required, see attached notification list.

5. CONTAIN THE SPILL

Contain the spilled pesticide.

Keep spill from entering streams, drains, wells, ditches, or other water systems.

Wear appropriate and approved protective clothing, including rubber or nitrile gloves, safety glasses, or goggles, overalls or rain suit, rubber boots or overshoes, or a respirator if extra protection is needed.

Prevent further leakage from containers by repositioning them so that the damaged part of the container is above the level of the containers, or by applying rags, tape, or other materials at hand to temporarily seal the leak.

Separate leaking containers from undamaged containers.

Flag off the area and post warning signs to keep unprotected personnel from entering.

Confine the spill to prevent it from spreading. Encircle the spill area with a dike of sand or other absorbent material. Rags or similar material may be used if necessary. If spilled material may flow toward sensitive areas, divert it by ditching.

If the soil involves a small watercourse, dam it to confine the spill if possible. If available, activated charcoal may be used to filter contaminated water. For larger waterways, a log boom or baled straw may used to contain the spill. Dam or divert the flow of clean water around the spill if possible. Some pesticides (such as glyphosate) may be inactivated by muddying the water.

If a liquid pesticide is spilled on land, cover the spill with absorbent material (kitty litter). If the spilled pesticide is in a dry formulation, cover it with a secured plastic tarpaulin to prevent it from becoming wet or being blown away. Contained materials must be reused if possible or disposed of as toxic waste.

Do not flush contained or spilled pesticides into ditches, sewers, drains, or off of a road, since this will further spread the chemical.

Small spills require use of vehicle spill kits. Large spills may require the use of a dozer and or additional items from the storage facility spill kit, located at the Witherbee, SC.

6. CLEAN UP OF CONTAMINATED SITES

Clean up and disposal procedures are covered in FSH 2109.14, Chapter 60, and the Material Safety Data Sheets for each pesticide.

7. DOCUMENTATION

Document spill type, action taken, and any needed follow up or assistance necessary in a letter to the Forest Supervisor, with cc to Regional Pesticide Specialist.

SUMMARY OF CLEAN UP STEPS

DRY SPILLS

1. Cover powder or dust chemicals with a tarpaulin to prevent it from becoming airborne. A fine mist may also dampen the chemical to reduce spreading. Too much water may dissolve the chemical. Use caution.

2. Sweep the material together, rolling the tarp back slowly as you do.

3. Shovel the material into plastic bags or drums.

4. Seal the bags and label them, identifying the pesticide and other contents.

5. Store the containers of material in the pesticide storage building until the content can be evaluated for disposal or re-used in a manner consistent with labeling.

LIQUID SPILLS

1. Pump or bail as much of the spilled liquid as possible into containers.

2. Use absorbent material, such as commercially bagged clay, kitty litter, or sawdust to soak up the spill. Use only enough material to absorb the spill. Begin spreading the absorbent material around the edge of the spill, and work toward the center.

3. Shovel the absorbent material and pesticide, along with any contaminated soil, into leak proof containers containers.

4. Label all containers.

5. Store the containers in the pesticide storage building until the contents can be evaluated for disposal or re-use in a manner consistent with labeling.

NOTIFICATION LIST OF KEY PERSONNEL AND AGENCIES

District Safety Officer: Kevin Halloran 843-336-2200

Forest pesticide specialist: Andrew Mueller, 803-561-4062 Forest safety officer: James Fowlkes, 803-561-4042 South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, Environmental Response Section, 888-481-0125 Charleston Memorial Hospital 911 or 843-577-0600, 843-953-8302

326 Calhoun Street Charleston, SC 29401

Moncks Corner Medical Center 911 or 843-761-872 261 Rembert C Dennis Blvd Moncks Corner, SC 29461

Local Fire Departments, 911 Poison Control Center, 1-800-922-1117 or 1-803-777-1117 Local county sheriff, 911 Region 8 Hazardous Materials Coordinator – Walt Sternky, 404-347-3369

RECOMMENDED PESTICIDE SPILL KIT CONTENTS

Storage Facility Kit Vehicle Kit 4 pairs of nitrile gloves 2 pairs of nitrile gloves

2 pairs unvented goggles 1 pair of unvented goggles 1 respirator and cartridge (chemical resistant) 1 pair of rubber or neoprene boots 2 pair rubber or neoprene boots or overshoes 1 shop brush or whisk broom 2 pairs of overalls or rain-suits 6 polyethylene bags with ties 1 roll of flagging or engineers’ tape 1-pint liquid detergent 1 dust pan 1 polyethylene or plastic tarp 1 shop brush or whisk broom 10 blank labels 1 dozen polyethylene bags with ties 1 ABC type fire extinguisher 1-quart liquid detergent 30 lbs. absorbent material 1 polyethylene or plastic tarp (kitty litter) 10 blank labels 2 eyewash bottles (filled) 1 ABC type fire extinguisher 1 round point shovel 80 lbs. absorbent material (kitty litter) 1 30-gallon plastic garbage can with 1 square point D handle shovel lid (use for cleanup, storage 1 30-gallon plastic garbage can with and transport) lid (use for cleanup, storage 1 roll of flagging and transport) 1 roll of duct tape 1 roll of duct tape

ITEM

NUMBER

DESCRIPTION

PAY

UNIT

EST QTY UNIT COST TOTAL

0001 Spraying NNIP with Herbicide ACRE 335 $__________ $_____________

Contractor:_______________________________________________________

Award is firm fixed price contract

SCHEDULE OF ITEMS for Seed Project #1 Francis Marion RD/Francis Marion NF/NNIP TREATMENTS CONTRACT

PROJECT TITLE: FM- CON NNIS TREATMENTS

SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

Period of Performance 08/01/21 thru 11/01/21

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Charleston--North Charleston

Saint Stephen

Huger

Alvin

Bethera

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Seed Orchard Office & Lab

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Witherbee Ranger Station (Office)

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