Attachment B: SCOPE OF WORK.docx

AM25-37 Quichapa Lake Tamarisk Herbicide Application

A. INTRODUCTION

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Cedar City Field Office removed approximately 100 acres of tamarisk at Quichapa Lake in the past few years. Quichapa Lake is located approximately 10 miles west of Cedar City, Utah. The BLM is acquiring herbicide application services on seventy-four (74) acres to be sprayed for regrowth/whips and four (4) acres of old growth which shall be removed fall 2024 (see attached maps).

The work consists of the application of contractor furnished herbicide applied on tamarisk using the following methods:

· Backpack spray approximately 44 acres of regrowth of low to moderate density

· Backpack spray approximately 4 acres of old growth

· Boom spray approximately 26 acres of newly cut tamarisk due to higher density. This area includes sharp stumps that may require using a tracked all-terrain vehicle or horseback to ensure mobility through the treatment area.

B. DESCRIPTION OF WORK:

Tamarisk Treatment:

The focus area of this project is specific specifically mapped polygons on BLM lands at Quichapa Lake in Iron County, UT (see attached maps). This bid is seeking a per-acre-cost for treatment and mapping. The period of performance begins October 1, 2024 and shall be completed no later than October 30, 2024.

Treatments with chemical shall only be applied on those days when weather permits as per label instructions. Treatments will be tracked with a GPS device and route/track data will be provided to the BLM within five (5) days, to ensure that the areas are covered adequately. Payment will be based on actual acres treated and verified by acres tracked via GPS. Application of liquid herbicide will be measured and paid for by the number of acres treated to the nearest acre.

Tamarisk control work involves the application of specific foliar herbicides in solution. All locations range in size from scattered plants to concentrations of plants on areas several acres in size. All areas on the maps to be provided are to be treated.

Contractor will work with the Project Inspector (PI) to determine the best area to start and progress through the project area. Payment will be based on actual acres treated and mapped. Actual acres as evidenced by the GIS data and tracking provided by the contractor, with the option to add acres at the quoted price per acre at any point prior to contract completion (if within the treatment window) based on funding availability and if it fits within the contractors work time frame. Random inspections will be conducted by the project COR and PI to verify the accuracy of the contractor information provided.

BLM reserves the ability to increase treatment acres within the mapped project area at the quoted price per acre at any point during the contract Period of Performance. Any increase will be based on both funding and Contractor availability. BLM reserves the right to decrease acreage to match available funding. The COR has the delegated authority to determine the acreage of non-motorized or motorized treatment that will be allowed.

The contractor will plan their work and keep the BLM informed of progress by providing their GIS data within one week of completion.

C. LOCATION

Work under this contract is located on BLM managed lands at Quichapa Lake in Iron County. The work locations are shown on the attached maps.

D. ACCESS TO THE WORK

Dirt roads/trails and off road UTV/ATV and/or foot travel. Cross country travel is allowed for this project north of the Causeway Parking lot (see map) for the 25.35 acres for boom spray. The contractor will only traverse an area once to avoid the creation of new ATV/UTV trails across landscapes. Some areas are more difficult to access and may require more hiking and backpacking, especially in drainages and steeper terrain. Treatment of these areas will require hiking and backpacking where off-road travel and/or chemical spraying is not allowed.

E. CERTIFICATION

The contractor shall furnish BLM with a copy of their current Utah Commercial Pesticide Applicator License. Any employees who will apply chemicals shall be certified herbicide applicators. This license must be supplied to BLM prior to starting work on the contract.

F. WORK TIMING AND GEOGRAPHICAL LIMITS

Work would begin when the contract is accepted by the Contractor and the Notice to Proceed is given by BLM, which is projected to be Oct 1 to Oct 30, 2024. Work would end when the job is complete as decided by the Contracting Officer. All tamarisk in the identified polygons must be foliar sprayed.

The outer perimeter of the work area is defined on the attached maps. On site inspection prior to bidding on the contract is highly recommended.

G. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND PENALTIES

Progress will be monitored by BLM’s designated Project Inspector(s) (PI) and the COR. No less than 95 percent of all plants of the target species listed above on all sites within the identified perimeters must be killed by treatment with herbicide.

Approved herbicides will be applied in accordance with current pesticide use proposals (PUPs) and EPA labels and in compliance with all guidelines and restrictions. Contractor will complete a daily Pesticide Application Report (PAR) as required for BLM accounting and reporting to be submitted weekly with GPS NISIMS data. The schedule of data submission may be altered by the Project Inspector, or the COR. Pesticide Application Records (PARs) must be completed at time of treatment and paper copy submitted at final payment.

H. CONTRACTOR-FURNISHED ITEMS

All personnel, materials, and equipment required to complete the project. This includes herbicide, herbicide application equipment, vehicles, fuel, dye, water, and any other associated tools and equipment. It is recommended that the contractor furnish a minimum of one crew (at least 1 person) and vehicles equipped with pressurized spray equipment with hose attachments mounted on the vehicles and/or ATV/UTV’s. ATVs/UTVs are recommended to assist in covering the areas. ATVs/UTVs to be used on tamarisk areas that have been recently cut (see map) should be equipped with tracks to avoid flat tires. ATV’s/UTV’s that will be used on areas with regrowth (whips), should be equipped with normal tires to reduce disturbance impacts to these areas.

Backpack pumps or hand tools are also recommended to cover areas which are difficult to reach with trucks or ATVs/UTVs. It is also recommended that crews are equipped with cell phones for good communication with the PI and COR and for safety reasons. It is recommended that the contractor have in place a safety plan, considering the remote locations of the work.

I. METHOD OF TREATMENT

Tamarisk can generally be treated by use of herbicide. Required buffers for herbicide treatments in Wetland and Riparian areas are 25 feet when spraying from vehicle, 10 feet hand application and at water’s edge if selective spot spraying with a backpack. Treatment in water may only occur with an herbicide labeled for aquatic use.

J. HERBICIDE METHOD

All standard Operating Procedures, Mitigation Measures and Conservation Measures (Appendices A through C) apply to the application of herbicides under this contract.

If treatment by herbicide is used, the following will apply:

1. All applications will be in accordance with the label, currently approved Pesticide Use Proposal UTC010-23-001-EP, UTC010-23-002-EP and applicable environmental assessment (NEPA # DOI-BLM-WO-WO21000-2012-0002-EIS and DOI-BLM-UT-C010-2009-0036-EA).

Additional PUP’s may be approved, added and presented during pre-work meeting.

2. Herbicides and Application Rates: only the following herbicides are allowed for use: Triclopyr (Alligare Triclopyr 3), Triclopyr (Garlon 3a), Triclopyr (Tahoe 3a).

3. See Attached PUP’s UTC010-23-001-EP, UTC010-23-002-EP, for proper Application Rates.

4. Adjuvants: The following nonionic surfactants may be used with chemicals requiring adjuvants and in conjunction with label directions: Spreader 90 (Loveland products, inc), NIS-EA (Wilbur-ellisWilbur-Ellis.,llc LLC) spec 90/10(Helena agri-enterprises, llcLLC), methylated spray oil conc (Helena agri-enterprises, llcLLC), MSO (Alligare, LLC), MSO Concentrate (alligare, LLC), Herbimax (Loveland productsProducts, IncInc.) Grounded W (Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC), Induce (Helena Agri- Enterprises, LLC), Rainier-EA (Wilbur-Ellis Co., LLC, Chemsurf 90 (Chemorse, llcLLC) Alligare 90 (Alligare, LLC), Alligare defoamer (Alligare , LLC), Unfoamer (Loveland product inc) and any others approved in PUP.

5. Dye: The following vegetation dye will be included in the fluid mixture at all times and will be mixed according to label instructions: Hi-light (Becker-Underwood), Turftrax (Loveland products, Inc), Hask mark blue liquid (Exacto, Inc), Alligare super marking dye (Alligare LLC), Hi-Light (BASF). The dye will be a highly contrasting color to the vegetation it is applied on. It will be applied in sufficient amounts so, as to be highly visible for at least 3 days following application unless it is removed by precipitation.

6. Product substitutions: No substitutions or replacements of herbicides, adjuvants, or dyes are allowed without prior written BLM approval and submission/approval of a Pesticide Use Proposal.

7. Equipment/Spray Nozzles: Spray rigs shall be equipped with nozzles capable of uniform distribution at the specified rate. Mixing Equipment: Contractor The contractor shall furnish the agitator and mixing tank for mixing treatment material. The treatment material shall be mixed according to the label and in a safe and knowledgeable manner. It can be mixed on siteon-site as needed. Water sources will be arranged for by the Contractor. Water taken from BLM sources will be pre- negotiatedpre-negotiated with the COR for safety and hazardous materials considerations. Ground Crew: Shall be furnished by the Contractor.

8. Environmental Conditions: Application of treatment chemicals shall not be done when the wind velocity exceeds 6 miles per hour. Herbicide will not be applied when inclement weather conditions (rain, hail, sleet, and snow) are forecast within 12 hours following a planned treatment. Herbicide shall not be applied for at least 12 hours after receiving moisture from a storm. Herbicides shall not be applied when the ground is frozen. Spraying operations will be permitted only during daylight hours. The contractor is responsible for ensuring that the application of herbicide meets all label specifications. The contractor shall be responsible for the cleanup of accidental spills, following proper handling and storage precautions, and ensuring proper exposure control and personal protection is proved provided as defined by the herbicide lable label and Safety Data Sheets.

9. Transportation of Herbicide: The Contractor shall load and transport herbicide from the Contractor's home base to the work site and between sites according to all applicable laws and regulations. The contractor is responsible for the transportation and storage of the supplies (including water) and equipment used for the project. Upon completion of the work or termination of the contract, all unused herbicides shall be returned by the Contractor to the Contractor's home base. Disposal of all used containers and other materials shall be done according to the label and local laws and regulations.

K. GOVERNMENT -FURNISHEDGOVERNMENT-FURNISHED PROPERTY:

None

L. INSPECTION

The COR or PIs will make inspections as a basis for monitoring progress in relation to completion payments and to make recommendations for adjustments in work. The PI and COR will communicate regularly with the Contractor or their designated representative and with on the groundwork crews. Contractor will be required to provide GIS field data to COR/PI upon request during the performance period of the contract and provide PAR up to that point.

M. ACCEPTANCE

Work performed according to the specifications will be considered acceptable for payment.

N. PAYMENT

Payment will be based on the BLM’s acceptance of both useable and accurate GPS data and actual treatment of tamarisk according to the requirements above.

Final payment requires submission of GPS data. Payments will be based upon compliance with all specifications and actual acreage treated and mapped. Price and payment will be full compensation for the work described in this section and Contractor shall be paid a firm-fixed price for the services performed under the contract with payments made as follows.

A) Payment for inventory upon completion with acceptance of Tracks and GPS data submitted to GIS specialist.

B) Payment for treatment upon completion with acceptance of GPS data submitted and other associated documents submitted to COR.

C) Payment for areas not completed or unsatisfactory will be deducted from the payment at the rate per acre specified in the final contract. The standard for acres not treated will be based on data collected by PI/COR or the GPS data provided by the contractor.

A partial payment may be made by proper invoice from the Contractor, approval by the Contracting Officer, and upon acceptance of deliverables for work completed (per GPS data and PAR reports up to that point).