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Aggregate & Materials Supply Contract for the Rice Lake Overlook project at the Rice Lake National Wildlife Refuge near McGregor, Minnesota

United States Department of the Interior Fish and Wildlife Service

Infrastructure Management Division Region 3, Bloomington, MN 55437-1458

March 2026

Statement of Work

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS (MATERIALS) 110000 - 1

SECTION 110000 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS (MATERIALS SCOPE OF WORK)

PART 1 − GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Summary of work included under these specifications.

2. Site Location

3. Specifications

4. Government Testing

5. Site Access

6. Safety

1.2 SUMMARY OF WORK

A. The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service is in need of materials for the construction of an overlook at the Rice Lake NWR. The FWS staff is preparing to mobilize construction equipment in order to construct the overlook within the Refuge. The Contractor shall furnish & deliver to the project locations the following materials as required up to the amounts specified and in compliance with the attached specifications.

MATERIALS LIST ESTIMATED QUANTITY

1. Type 5 Base Aggregate

2. General Fill Material

3. Rock Boulders

4. Top Soil

70 TONS

700 CUBIC YARDS

30 EACH

90 CUBIC YARDS

All materials shall be delivered to the project location at Rice Lake NWR overlook.

B. Delivery amounts per day shall be as requested by the Refuge Staff. A majority of the materials shall be required to be delivered within a two week period sometime between June 2026 and August 2026 when the overlook is anticipated to be constructed.

C. As part of typical construction, the Refuge staff may request the materials be dumped in an off-road construction area that may not be in a paved parking lot or trail. The supplier shall decide the size and type of the equipment that is suitable for the conditions at the site.

D. The contractor shall be responsible for adhering to State and Local traffic laws while making deliveries.

E. If additional amounts of materials are required to complete the project, the contractor and government shall negotiate for the cost for additional materials to be delivered. If the actual amounts needed to complete the project are less than the estimate then a credit to the government shall be given for the amounts not delivered to the site.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS (MATERIALS) 110000 - 2

1.3 LOCATION & INSPECTION OF THE SITE

A. The work site is located at the existing overlook within the Rice Lake NWR. Additional information on the location can be requested from the Refuge staff.

B. All prospective bidders, contractors, subcontractors, and related persons are encouraged to visit the site of the proposed work and to assess the location and extent of the work prior to submitting bids/quotes.

1.4 SPECIFICATIONS

A. The attached specifications provide the requirements for the materials to be supplied.

B. The contractor shall be required to identify the materials proposed to be submitted. The contractor may submit testing reports, photos, or additional information to the government to ensure the materials being supplied meet the specifications.

C. Submittals shall be provided to the Contracting Officers Representative (COR) for review and approval before materials are ordered, fabricated, or delivered.

1.5 GOVERNMENT TESTING

A. The Government may at its expense perform testing of the materials being supplied to ensure that they meet the required specifications. The contractor shall be required to cooperate with and supply a small amount of material for testing purposes.

1.6 SITE ACCESS & RIGHT OF WAY

A. The construction access limits on Government property will be established by the Government and the Contractor shall be responsible for complying with these limits.

B. All bidders are reminded that they are responsible for contacting the local entity such as township, county, or state having jurisdiction in the project vicinity to insure bidders are aware of any requirements of the local entity. These requirements are between the entity and the bidder. Load limits and other restrictions shall be obeyed.

1.7 SAFETY

A. Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that all delivery vehicles have proper safety equipment, insurance, and trained operators.

B. The Contractor shall provide Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for all hazardous materials brought on-site.

C. All equipment and delivery activities shall comply with OSHA Regulations and all accidents incidental to work performed under this contract shall be reported in accordance with OSHA reporting requirements. Additionally, a copy of the accident report shall be provided to the Contracting Officer.

D. Provide necessary Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) as identified by MSDS and OSHA regulations. Provide documentation, workers have been trained in use of PPE prior to individual use.

END OF SECTION 110000

AGGREGATE AND FILL MATERIALS 321123 - 1

SECTION 321123 – AGGREGATES AND FILL MATERIALS

PART 1 −GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Aggregate for overlook trails.

2. General fill material for overlook grading.

3. Top Soil suitable for growth of vegetation

4. Rock Boulders for seating and edging.

1.2 REFERENCES

A. State of Minnesota Department of Transportation Standard Specifications for Highway Construction (MNDOT SS).

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. The Contractor shall provide the proposed source(s) & location for materials to be supplied prior to initiation of work. Any available/previous laboratory testing data shall be provided. Materials shall be supplied from sources within the State of Minnesota.

B. Submittals Required: Submit the following:

1. Class 1 Aggregate Gradation reports.

2. General Fill material soil mixture classification,

3. Topsoil source location and classifications

4. Pictures and approx. sizes of rock boulders.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Furnish each material from single source throughout the Work.

B. Perform testing on materials in accordance with the Minnesota Department of Transportation Standard Specifications for Highway Construction (MNDOT SS). .

C. Ensure aggregate is delivered to the project site with a moisture content within ±4% of optimum moisture content for compaction purposes. Add water as requested by the refuge staff to allow for appropriate compaction.

AGGREGATE AND FILL MATERIALS 321123 - 2

PART 2 −PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS REQUIREMENTS

A. Surfacing Aggregate: Consisting of Crushed Stone aggregate meeting the requirements of MNDOT SS, Class 1 Aggregate for Surfacing. A min. of 3% clay, a plasticity index of 5-12, and a min. of 10% fines passing the No. 200 sieve shall also be required.

B. Rock Boulders: Consisting of locally available sandstone, limestone, granite, or other hard rock that can be placed on the edge of the overlook to make a border for seating. Stones shall be sized for allowing visitors to sit or climb on the boulders. Stone sizes shall generally be rectangular shaped 20” to 36” high and mostly flat on top. Depth of stones shall be approximately 24” to 36”.

Length of stones shall be 36” to 60”. Stones shall have a shape and size to ensure they are stable for visitors to sit or climb on. Stones shall be from the same source and not a mixture of different types of rock. Rocks shall not have sharp edges.

C. General Fill Material: Consisting of natural material classified as a mixture of locally available rock, clay, silt, and sand. Sand composition shall be limited to no more than 50%. The materials provided shall be stable and sufficient for constructing an overlook. Fill shall be suitable for compaction without the need for onsite added water.

D. Top Soil: Locally available natural topsoil that is suitable for re-vegetation. Material shall be weed free and obtained from the State of Minnesota. Topsoil shall meet the requirements and classification as such by the MNDOT SS, for Common, Loam, or Sandy Clay Loam Topsoil.

PART 3 − EXECUTION

3.1 DELIVERY

A. Inspect the project site conditions before delivery to ensure vehicles’ access is sufficient.

B. Provide delivery tickets with total weight of aggregate being delivered from a State of Minnesota approved scale.

C. Coordinate with the Refuge staff to determine the exact amount, timing, and location of delivery Also, coordinate if they need the aggregate tailgate spread or piled on site.

D. Drivers shall ensure mud, and debris is not tracked onto county or state roadways. Notify Refuge staff if cleaning equipment is required at entrance to site.

END OF SECTION 321123

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