Attachment1 - StmtOfWork.pdf

Solicitation No. 1240LU26Q0107

STATEMENT OF WORK

DESCRIPTION AND SPECIFICATIONS

1.01 Intent of Contract - The intent of the contract is to provide for the construction and completion of the work described. The precise details of performing the work are not stipulated except as considered essential for the successful completion of the work.

Furnish all labor, material, equipment, tools, transportation, and supplies necessary to complete the work according to the contract.

1.02 Description of Work – The project consists of furnishing all labor, transportation, incidentals and materials necessary to install solar pumps on one well and converting an existing water system with a high-lifter pump and generator into a solar system in accordance with state and federal laws as well as specifications in this document.

Work covered under each Pay Item in the Schedule of Items includes:

Pay Item No. A.1 – Mobilization:

The work shall consist of moving personnel, equipment, material, and incidentals to the project and performing all work necessary before beginning work at the project site.

Pay Item No. A.2 – Install submersible pump with wiring, and solar panels according to the specifications in Exhibit A.2 pages 1-5.

PERMITS, LAWS AND ORDINANCES. The Contractor shall, at his own expense, obtain all certificates and licenses required of them by law for the execution of this contract. The Contractor shall comply with all Federal, State, or local laws and regulations relating to the performance of the work in this contract.

This includes installation of solar AC/DC voltage solar pump, appropriate solar panels, stands, wiring and plumbing to go into a storage tank.

Fencing will be done by the Forest Service.

Pay Item No. A.3 – Plumbing and installation of a maximum 2,400-gallon storage/stock tank. It must be a 10-gauge steel. See attached specifications Exhibit A.3.

Pay Item No. B.1 – Mobilization:

The work shall consist of moving personnel, equipment, material, and incidentals to the project and performing all work necessary before beginning work at the project site.

Pay Item No. B.2 – Convert existing gravity water system with high-lifter pump and generator to a solar livestock watering system (field visit is critical prior to submitting bid)

This includes installation of solar AC/DC voltage solar pump, appropriate solar panels, stands, wiring and hooking the solar system to existing pipe.

This system may require installing well casing or making a minimum 10-foot sump for the solar submersible pump, filled by the existing water from the headbox approximately 1,000 foot up stream. Must include a locking lid.

Fencing the location will be done by the Forest Service.

1.03 Project Location. These projects are located on the Townsend Ranger District, Helena- Lewis & Clark National Forest, in Broadwater County, Montana.

The Elkhorn water system conversion project area is approximately 13 miles northwest of Townsend, Montana and approximately 48 miles from Helena, Montana. Access to this area is controlled by the Forest Service through a locked gate. The access road varies from maintained dirt roads to somewhat primitive narrow two tracks to the location of the project site. General elevation in the project area varies from approximately 4,800 feet to 7,400.

The Magpie well project area is approximately 39 miles northeast of Townsend, Montana and 30 miles east of Helena, Montana. The access roads are maintained dirt roads to a somewhat primitive road to the project area. General elevation in the project area varies from approximately 4,800 feet to 6,800.

1.04 Project Magnitude. $25,000 - $100,000

1.05 Pre-Bid Tour. A pre-bid tour will not be held. Interested venders should contact Tracy Schilling, at the Townsend Ranger District, at 406-439-6219 concerning project location, access and site conditions.

1.06 Pre-Bid Conference. A pre-bid conference will not be held.

1.07 Start Work. It is estimated that the work will begin on September 1, 2026.

1.08 Performance Period. Performance of work time shall be 30 calendar days.

1.09 Contractor-Furnished Materials. Contractor is responsible for furnishing all required materials and will be paid at the lump sum bid rate after materials have been delivered and inspected by the Forest Service.

1.10 Work Schedule. The Contractor shall supply a work schedule before starting the project.

The Contractor shall notify to Contracting Officer Representative a minimum of 48 hours in advance of changes in the work schedule.

1.11 Use of Roads by the Contractor. The Contractor is authorized to use roads under the jurisdiction of the Forest Service for all activities necessary to complete this contract, subject to the limitations and authorizations designated in Road Order(s) or described in the contract, when such use will not damage the roads or National Forest System resources, and when traffic can be accommodated safely.

1.12 Off-road permits. Portions of the project area are inaccessible to highway vehicles but may be accessible via off-highway vehicles. The Contractor is encouraged to review site conditions prior to submitting bids.

Upon request, the Contractor will be issued an off-road permit for use of ATVs and other off-highway motor vehicles for the purposes of completing work required under this contract. Contact Tracy Schilling at the Townsend Ranger District (406) 439-6219 for additional information.

1.13 Camping – Camping will be permitted in the contract area during the contract performance period with written permission from the Contracting Officer and District Ranger.

1.14 Cleanup and Disposal – The Contractor shall be responsible for solid waste disposal. The

Contractor shall at all times keep the area in a clean, neat, and orderly condition.

Construction related debris, camp refuse, etc. resulting from the Contractor’s operations shall be removed promptly from the site and disposed of in a lawful manner. The Contractor shall pay for fees for the use of landfills or transfer stations if there is a charge.

1.15 Security and Protection - The Contractor shall be responsible for protecting all equipment and supplies for use on the project and stored on the site. The Contractor shall be responsible for all costs required to provide such protection.

C3 - EXECUTION

3.01 Delivery and Storage - Deliver, store, and handle material and other manufactured items so that they will not be damaged or deformed.

3.02 Underground Utilities – The Contractor is responsible for the location of all utilities prior to ground disturbance. Damaged utilities shall be repaired at the Contractor’s expense.

The Contractor shall contact Montana One Call prior to any ground disturbance.

DESCRIPTION AND SPECIFICATIONS