B.08.02 W9123722Q0157.pdf

PIEDMONT LAKE

RR1 32665 BELMONT RIDGE RD

PIEDMONT OH 43983-9801

TEL: 740-968-4440 FAX: 740-968-4486

W81F8E22146427

REQUEST FOR QUOTATIONS

(THIS IS NOT AN ORDER) 1

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1. REQUEST NO. 2. DATE ISSUED RATING

W9123722Q0157 23-Aug-2022 5a. ISSUED BY

8. TO: NAME AND ADDRESS, INCLUDING ZIP CODE

IMPORTANT: This is a request for information, and quotations furnished are not offers. If you are unable to quote, please so indicate on this form and return it to the address in Block 5a. This request does not commit the Government to pay any costs incurred in the preparation of the submission of this quotation or to contract for supplies or services. Supplies are of domestic origin unless otherwise indicated by quoter. Any representations and/or certifications attached to this

Request for Quotations must be completed by the quoter.

11. SCHEDULE (Include applicable Federal, State, and local taxes)

ITEM NO.

(a)

SUPPLIES/ SERVICES

(b)

QUANTITY

(c)

UNIT

(d)

UNIT PRICE

(e) (f)

SEE SCHEDULE

AMOUNT

% No. %

NOTE: Additional provisions and representations [ ] are [ ] are not attached.

13. NAME AND ADDRESS OF QUOTER (Street, City, County, State, and ZIP Code)

14. SIGNATURE OF PERSON AUTHORIZED TO

SIGN QUOTATION

15. DATE OF

QUOTATION

16. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print) (Include area code)

TELEPHONE NO.

AUTHORIZED FOR LOCAL REPRODUCTION STANDARD FORM 18 (REV. 6-95)

PREVIOUS EDITION NOT USABLE Prescribed by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.215-1(a)

THIS RFQ X[ ] IS [ ] IS NOT A SMALL BUSINESS SET-ASIDE

6. DELIVER BY (Date)

SEE SCHEDULE

AND/OR DMS REG. 1

UNDER BDSA REG. 2

4. CERT. FOR NAT. DEF.3. REQUISITION/PURCHASE

REQUEST NO.

USACE, CONTRACTING DIVISION

ATTN: JEFFERY MORTON

502 8TH STREET

HUNTINGTON WV 25701

9. DESTINATION (Consignee and address, including ZIP Code)

7. DELIVERY

[ ]X FOB

DESTINATION

[ ] OTHER

(See Schedule)

06-Sep-2022(Date)

PLEASE FURNISH QUOTATIONS TO THE ISSUING OFFICE IN BLOCK 5a ON OR BEFORE CLOSE OF BUSINESS:10.

217.373.4569JEFFERY W MORTON

(Name and Telephone no.) (No collect calls)5b. FOR INFORMATION CALL:

d. CALENDAR DAYSc. 30 CALENDAR DAYSb. 20 CALENDAR DAYS12. DISCOUNT FOR PROMPT PAYMENT a. 10 CALENDAR DAYS

Section B - Supplies or Services and Prices

PRICE BREAKOUT SCHEDULE

Line Item No. Description of Requirement Qty/Unit of Measure Extended Price

0001 Reimbursement of actual cost of payment bond for quotes in excess of $35,000.00

JOB $__________

0002 Mobilization & de-mobilization of equipment required in accordance with the attached Scope of Work.

0003 Labor required for Installation of New Security Fence installation in accordance with the attached Scope of Work.

0004 Supplies, materials, and equipment Required for Installation of New Security fence installation in Accordance with the attached Scope of Work.

Quote Total $__________

ITEM NO SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

0001 1 Job

PEM SECURITY FENCE

FFP

Contractor shall provide all labor, materials, and supervision necessary for the installation of a perimeter security fence and security gates at the Piedmont Project Office located at Piedmont Dam Lake 32665 Belmont Ridge Road, Piedmont OH as described in the attached statement of work. This CLIN is for funding purposes only.

FOB: Destination

MILSTRIP: W81F8E22146427

PURCHASE REQUEST NUMBER: W81F8E22146427

PSC CD: Y1PZ

NET AMT

INSTRUCTION TO OFFERORS

SITE VISITS ARE HIGHLY RECOMMENDED PRIOR TO PROVIDING A

QUOTE. SEE CLAUSE 52.236-27 FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.

PLEASE DIRECT ALL QUESTIONS TO JEFF MORTON AT (304) 399-5888 or jeffery.w.morton@usace.army.mil. ANY INFORMATION RECEIVED AT THE

SITE VISIT WHICH CONFLICTS WITH THIS SOLICITATION SHOULD BE

BROUGHT TO THE ATTENTION OF MR. MORTON. THE SOLICITATION

AND RESULTING CONTRACT SHALL BE THE GOVERNING DOCUMENT IN

ALL CASES.

QUOTES CAN ONLY BE E-MAILED TO JEFF MORTON AT jeffery.w.morton@usace.army.mil by the date referenced on page one of the SF18.

Per FAR 36.204 the estimated price range for this project is between $25,000 and $100,000.

NOTE: Award will be made to the lowest price offeror who meets the technical requirements of the solicitation and is deemed responsible by the contracting officer.

The intent is to award without discussions.

NOTE: this procurement is 100% Total Set-Aside for Small Business. For more information see FAR Clause 52.219-6 (Dev).

QUOTATION INSTRUCTIONS (Provide the following with your quote):

Company Name and Address:

Phone Number: Fax Number:

Email Address:

Business Size (select all that apply):

Large Business Small Business HUBZone Business 8A

Woman-Owned Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned

If subcontractor will be used for this work, please provide company name and credentials/qualifications:

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Effective September 26, 2018 and in accordance with FAR Clause 52.204- 7, “an Offeror is required to be registered in SAM when submitting an offer or quotation, and shall continue to be registered until time of award, during performance, and through final payment of any contract, basic agreement, basic ordering agreement, or blanket purchasing agreement resulting from this solicitation.” Vendors are highly encouraged to check their registration status and plan accordingly prior to submitting an offer.

Please note, as of April 2018, GSA's System for Award Management (SAM) system is requiring new registrations and renewals of existing registrations to submit an original signed notarized letter identifying the authorized Entity Administrator. Vendors are encouraged to check their entity's status in SAM.gov and plan accordingly. If the prospective contractor is not registered in the SAM database, the Contracting Officer will following the procedures at FAR 4.1103. Contact the supporting Federal Service Desk at www.fsd.gov, or by telephone at 866- 606-8220 (toll free) or 334-206-7828 (internationally) Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (EDT), for FREE assistance.

Contractor is registered with SAM:

YES NO (See FAR 52.204-7)

Provide business Unique Entity Identifier number:

(phone 800-333-0505 for Unique Entity Identifier number).

Provide business CAGE code:

Provide Tax Identification Number:

All work under this contract shall be in performance with all local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and codes.

Only the awarded contractor shall provide a copy of their insurance certificate required by State and Local Governments that has been acquired for the time period covered under this contract to the Contracting Officer within 10 business days after award. No further insurance requirements will be imposed by the Corps of Engineers for this contract.

Contractors are not required to submit an Accident Prevention Plan (APP) with their quote.

The successful offeror will be required to submit this document upon award. The APP must be accepted by the Government Designated Authority prior to the preconstruction conference. The contractor that receives this award will have 10 calendar days to provide an Accident Prevention Plan (APP). If this deadline is not met, the contractor will be given a cure notice stating that they will have 10 calendar days to submit an APP, otherwise the contract may be terminated for default.

Only the awarded contractor shall is required to submit back FAR Clause 52.204-24 with signed award. Please answer the two questions that are within the clause by placing an X in the box for does or does not OR will or will not, whichever applies to you as the contractor.

Please submit back within 10 business days after award.

Section C - Descriptions and Specifications

SCOPE OF WORK

Specific ations for Securit y Fence

At Piedmont Dam Office

1. General

These specifications cover the materials and installation of a perimeter security fence and security gates at the Piedmont Project Office. The building is located at Piedmont Dam Lake 32665 Belmont Ridge Road, Piedmont Ohio 43983. All Work shall comply with all applicable Local, State and Federal codes. And any permits needed shall be included and taken care of by contractor.

Scope of work- Provide all labor, supplies, materials, and equipment necessary to install approx. 1200 linear feet of Chain Link Security Fence Type FE6-TWB-72 with top rail and two (2) 16 ft cantilever Chain Link Security Gates plus (1) 6ft. walk thru gate STD 872-90-03. Main Cantilever Access gate will have a Slide gate operator with keypad, free exit loop and safety controls to include firebox, and siren operated sensor. Fencing, post, and all associated materials shall follow ASTM A153 Standard Specification for Zinc Coating (Hot-Dip) on Iron and Steel Hardware. Fencing shall be installed per diagram

1 SPS-CL-10R2.

a. Fence Fabric - The chain link fabric will be 9-gauge, 2-inch mesh, and have fabric width of 72 inches.

Fabric will be hot-dipped galvanized. Fabric will have twisted and barbed top selvages and knuckled bottom selvage. The wire must be taught and securely fastened to rigid metal posts set in concrete and must reach within 2 inches of ground surface. The fence fabric shall be mounted on steel line and corner posts. Tension wires shall either be interwoven or clipped along the top and bottom row of fabric diamonds. The wire fabric shall be secured to posts, rails and tension wires.

b. Top Rails and Posts - The top rail shall be full weight, round tubular 1 5/8-inch schedule 40 galvanized steel. The line posts shall be full weight, round tubular 2 ½ inch x 9 feet schedule 40 galvanized steel, and corner and end posts shall be full weight, round tubular 3.0-inch x 10 feet inch schedule 40 galvanized steel.

The end, corner and line fence posts shall be installed at a 36- inch min post hole depth. Width and spacing, with holes for corner and end posts shall be 16” wide and 3’- depth min, and line posts width to be 10” wide and 3’ depth min, maintaining a 4” base below posts throughout. Line posts shall be installed a maximum of 10’-0” OC and equally spaced in a manner to provide a uniform height and spacing for line posts throughout.

c. Extension Arms (Top Guard) – Extension arms shall be installed around the perimeter of fenced and gated enclosures. The barbed wire shall be taught and securely fastened.

d. Gates, Cantilever Roll – (2) 16 ft. wide, 6 ft. tall, drive through cantilever roll gate shall be installed at location per attached drawing. The active gate will be on the roadway entrance, and shall have an electronic slide gate commercial power operator, post mounted keypad, free exit loop, rear free exit loop, photo reflective eye, safety controls, firebox, and siren operated sensor. Slide gate controller shall be able to operate in temperatures from -31 degrees F to 120 degrees F. The keypad pedestal shall be located on the left of opening and approximately 12 feet from gate opening and no more than 2 feet from entrance roadway edge.

The electronic gate shall be constructed to provide a 16-foot wide opening and shall provide a left to right horizontal gate travel. Gate frames shall be full weight, 1 5/8inch round tubing or equal filled with 9-gauge mesh as equal to fence fabric. Gate posts shall be full weight, 4-inch OD or equal. All hardware including but not limited to bolts, nuts, washers, rails, bands, rods, post caps, tension wires, ties, etc. shall be galvanized.

e. Gate, Swing – The 6 ft. wide by 6 ft. high walk-through swing gate shall be designed so that the guard force control maintains full control and shall have a single lockable commercial type latch or equal to allow gate to lock on one end. Gate frames shall be full weight, 1 5/8-inch round tubing or equal filled with 9-gauge mesh as equal to fence fabric.

Gate posts shall be full weight, 3 inch or equal. All hardware including but not limited to bolts, nuts, washers, rails, bands, rods, post caps, tension wires, ties, etc. shall be galvanized.

f. Utilities - Existing underground utilities in area of fence installation include an underground water line and electric (220 volts). The known water and electric lines will be located and marked by Government personnel. The Contractor shall contact OUPS to locate and clearly identify all underground and above ground utility lines, wires, cables, pipes, poles, support lines, and culverts, within the Contractor's work area. The Contractor shall contact the Ohio Utilities Protection Services (800) 362-2764 at least three days prior and no more than 10 working days to beginning any Construction activity. The Contractor shall be responsible for any costs associated with calls to OUPS. The Contractor shall conduct his operations such that the utilities are not damaged or disturbed. Any damage to utilities caused by the Contractor's actions shall be repaired by him at no additional expense to the Government.

The source electric for the gate actuator shall be from the circuit breaker panel located in the office building. All electrical work installed to operate the electronic gate and keypad shall be installed by the Contractor and must meet all NEC codes and product specifications. The cantilever gates, walk through swing gates, entire perimeter fencing, and all components and operators shall be grounded in accordance with industry standard and per 2020 NEC code 250.194 Grounding and Bonding of Fences and Other Metal Structures by the contractor.

g. Work Schedule/Site Visit - All work must be completed during the Monday thru Friday work week, during normal work hours of 7:30 am to 4:00 pm eastern time. No work shall be performed on Government Holidays. Adjustments will be made for circumstances deemed to be beyond the contractor’s control. An escorted site visit is highly recommended prior to estimate submission.

h. Tree Removal/Site Preparation – All tree & brush removal affecting the work limits will be accomplished in advance by the Government. All other site preparations required to deliver a quality product shall be accomplished by the contractor.

i. Site Clean-Up and Restoration- The contractor shall ensure the work site and areas around the work site is free of any debris and materials upon completion of work each day, as well as at the completion of the job. Contractor shall remove and properly dispose of all materials and equipment at the completion of the job. Upon completion of work, the work site shall be restored, insofar as is reasonably possible, to its condition prior to work, including replacement of vegetation, sidewalks, grading, drainage, and similar conditions affected by work during the performance of this Contract.

The Contractor’s warranty with respect to a work product being replaced or repaired shall run for a period of one year to the date that such replacement or repair is accepted.

j. Drawings and Exhibits- A.03.09 Photos, Plans, etc.

k. Supervision- The contractor shall personally supervise the work or have a designated Contractor Representative on site at all time work is being performed under this contract.

l. Special Considerations-

1. Work shall be performed Monday – Friday 7:30 am thru 4:00 pm eastern time, excluding government holidays.

2. Care shall be taken to control public access utilizing barricades and signage during the work and in the evenings, until work is completed

m. Contractor and Government Equipment and Supplies- The contractor shall furnish all personnel, equipment, transportation, disposal, supplies and materials to perform the work. No government equipment or supplies shall be used for this project. The Contractor shall Provide Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) to include steel-toed safety boots, hard hat, safety glasses or goggles, hearing protection, sleeved shirts, long pants, gloves, sunscreen, and other applicable PPE specified in EM 385-1-1 and Appendix A.

n. Equipment, Material, and Supply Inspections- All materials shall be inspected upon delivery and or prior to use by government personnel. Materials shall be of high quality, commercial grade and meet or exceed industry standards or otherwise specified by COR and this contract.

o. Construction- Shall adhere to the approved design and this SOW unless modified in writing by the Contracting Officer (KO) or Contracting Officer Representative (COR). The Contractor will not be compensated for any modifications unless he/she receives written authorization from the KO.

1. The Contractor's design and construction must comply with technical requirements contained herein.

The Contractor shall provide design and construction using the best blend of cost, construction efficiency, system durability, ease of maintenance and environmental compatibility. In the event of conflicting requirements, the most stringent requirement will apply, and the Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer or their representative of the issue.

2. The design and product requirements are minimum requirements. The Contractor may propose alternate design or products (equipment and material) that are more commonly used in the region that will be equally or more cost effective or allow for more timely completion, but furnish the same system durability, ease of maintenance and environmental compatibility. The Contractor will be required to submit information as requested by the Contracting Officer, Project Engineer, or their representative to make a comparison of the proposed alternate. All variations must be approved by the Contracting Officer or their representative in writing.

p. Warranty: The Contractor warrants that the work performed under this Agreement conforms to the contract requirements and is free from any defect in equipment, material, design, finish, or workmanship performed by or the responsibility of the Contractor. This warranty shall continue for a period of 1 year from the date of final acceptance.

The Contractor shall remedy at the Contractor’s expense any loss of or damage to USACE owned or controlled real or personal property when such loss or damage is incurred as the result of Contractor’s failure to conform to contract requirements, any defect in materials, design or workmanship, or the result of Contractor’s negligence. The Contractor’s warranty with respect to a work product being replaced or repaired shall run for a period of one year the date that such replacement or repair is accepted.

Drawings and Exhibits: (included).

Contractor Safety Requirement A. General .Contractor shall comply with all Federal, State and Local safety requirements including those specified by the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) in 29 CRF 1910 General Industry Standard, 1926 Construction Standard and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Safety & Health Requirements Manual EM 385-1-1 as currently revised at date of solicitation. Where a conflict exists between safety standards/requirements the contractor shall comply with the more stringent requirement. If the Contractor fails or refuses to promptly comply with safety requirements as specified herein, any project employee may stop all or part of the work until satisfactory corrective action has been taken. No part of the time lost due to any such work stoppage shall be made subject to any claims for extension of time or for excess costs or damages sustained by the Contractor. Also, the Contractor will not be paid for work not performed as a result of the stop order.

B. Contractor Abbreviated Accident Prevention Plan (AAPP). The Contractor shall prepare a site-specific Abbreviated Accident Prevention Plan as outlined in EM 385-1-1, Appendix A beginning with subparagraph 3.k on page A-10. Contractor must address each element/sub-element in the order they appear in the outline. Any element the contractor feels is not applicable to work under this contract must be listed and a brief explanation provided. Plan must be accepted by the Contracting Officer prior to commencement of any work.

Contractors are encouraged to contact the USACE Safety & Occupational Health Office for questions or information regarding the development of contract Accident Prevention Plans. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. at (304)399-5039/5032/5326.

The web address for EM 385-1-1 is:

http://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/Publications/EngineerManuals/EM_385-1-

1. pdf

(Attached for your information and use is CESO Checklist A-01. This checklist was developed to assist you in the development of a site-specific Abbreviated Accident Prevention Plan. This checklist is provided as a tool only.)

C. Contractor Risk Management Process. Contractor may use Job Safety analyses (JSAs), Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) or Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) for the purpose of risk assessment. Before beginning each work activity Contractor performing that work activity shall prepare an initial assessment (AHA/JSA/JHA) listing each job step, anticipated hazards, site conditions, equipment, materials, personnel, and control measures to be implemented. A Risk

Assessment Code (RAC) shall be assigned to each step assessing the level of risk remaining after implementation of controls. Once this process is complete a RAC will be assigned to the activity as a whole (cannot be lower than the highest step RAC).

Residual risk must be communicated to the proper authority for acceptance in order to proceed. It is the Contractor's responsibility to prepare the AHA/JSA/JHA. Analysis with RAC shall be accepted by the Government Designated Authority, (GDA), and discussed with all engaged in the activity including Contractor, subcontractor(s), and on-site government representative prior to commencement of work.

Names of Competent Person(s) and Qualified Person(s) required for a particular activity (e.g., excavation, scaffolding, fall protection, or other activities specified by OSHA and/or EM 385-1-1) shall be identified and included in the AHA/JSA/JHA and proof of their competency/qualification.

NOTES:

Work crews of two or more must have two people holding current qualifications in First Aid and CPR from the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or a licensed physician. Training must include a hands-on element and the contractor must maintain appropriate First Aid kit on site. Single individuals working alone must have current certification in First Aid as a minimum.

Contractor shall employee a minimum of one Competent Person at each worksite to function as the Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO). The SSHO as a minimum must have completed the 30-hour OSHA Construction or General Industry Safety class or its equivalent as specified in EM 385-1-1 Section 01.A.17.b and have a minimum of 5 years safety experience relative to the work being completed. The SSHO must be on-site at all times work is being performed. (Note: SSHO qualification requirements may be waived at the discretion of the USACE District Safety & Occupational Health Office for extremely low risk operations.)

Crane operators, riggers and signal persons shall be trained, licensed, and meet the physical and drug testing requirements specified in EM 385-1-1 Section 16.

All electrical work must be completed by a Qualified Person with verifiable credentials as specified in EM 385-1-1, Section 11.A.01.c. Electrical work will require contractor to submit a Control of Hazardous Energy Plan (LOTO) in accordance with EM 385-1- 1, Section 12.

D. Accident/Mishap Reporting: The Contractor shall report all recordable mishaps to the GDA within 24-hours in accordance with EM 385-1-1 Section 01.D. Accidents shall be investigated to determine causal factors and corrective actions shall be implemented. Accidents resulting in; days away injuries, days away illnesses, restricted/transfer injuries, property damage of $5,000.00 or more shall be investigated and reported to the GDA using the USACE Accident Investigation Report Form ENG 3394 within 24 hours of the occurrence.

(1) Immediate notification to the GDA is required for all serious accidents:

a. Fatal Injury/illness.

b. Permanent totally disabling injury/illness.

c. Permanent partial disabling injury/illness.

d. One (1) or more persons hospitalized as inpatients because of a single occurrence . e. $500,000 or greater accidental property damage.

f. Three (3) or more individuals become ill or have a medical condition suspected to be related to a site condition, or a hazardous or toxic agent on the site.

g. USACE aircraft destroyed or missing.

h. The Contractor shall maintain an OSHA Log of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses, OSHA Form 300 and comply with all accident reporting and recordkeeping requirements specified in 29 CFR 1904.39.

(2) In addition to the above, any mishap occurring in any of the following high hazard areas shall be reported immediately to the GDA, investigated and corrective actions implemented.

a. Electrical (includes Arc Flash, electrical shock, etc.).

b. Uncontrolled Release of Hazardous Energy (includes electrical and non- electrical).

c. Load Handling Equipment (LHE) or Rigging.

d. Fall-from-Height (any level or other than same surface).

e. Underwater Diving

Site Visit

Offerors are encouraged to make a site visit by contacting: Brian Edgar Maintenance Worker U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Piedmont Dam 32665 Belmont Ridge Road Piedmont, Ohio 43983 740-968-4440

Contractor Submittals The successful offeror shall provide as a minimum the following documentation.

All contractor submittals must be reviewed and accepted by the contracting officer or government designated authority prior to commencement of any work.

A. Accident Prevention Plan

B. Activity Hazard Analysis

C. Invoice as stated on the contract award.

D. Man hour report to project office at completion of work.

DAMAGE REPORTS. All instances where Government materials, supplies, property, and/or equipment are damaged shall be reported immediately to the Project Supervisor at Piedmont Dam. When the damage is caused by contract employees, a written report of the incident and extent of such damage shall be submitted to the Project Supervisor, Within 2 workdays (less weekends and holidays) of occurrence. For property damage accidents of $2,000 or more, the Contractor will complete and submit to the Resource

Manager a copy of ENG 3394.

CONTRACT EMPLOYEES' CONDUCT AND COMPETENCY. All contracts

Employees shall conduct themselves in a proper manner at all times. Since most of the work shall be performed in the presence of the general-public, the conduct of all Employees is critical and will be closely monitored. Use of controlled substances or consumption of beer or alcoholic beverages by contract employees is strictly prohibited. The contractor may be required to immediately remove from the work site any employee of the Contractor who is incompetent or who endangers persons or property or whose physical or mental condition is such that it would impair the employee's ability to satisfactorily perform the work.

CONTRACTOR INVOICE: Contractor shall submit their invoice to:

Monica Iacobucci

Lower Tuscarawas Lake Project Assistant 49320 CR 497 Coshocton, Ohio 43812 740-829-2017

Monica.E.Iacobucci@usace.army.mil

WORKING HOURS. Normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 eastern time p.m. Work inside Government buildings or other secured areas shall be performed during the above referenced work hours.

Eleven Federal holidays observed are as follows:

New Year's Day (January 1st)

Martin Luther King Day (3rd Monday in January) President's Day (3rd Monday in February) Memorial Day (Last Monday in May) Juneteenth (June 19th)

Independence Day (July 4th )

Labor Day (1st Monday in September) Columbus Day (2nd Monday in October)

Veteran's Day (November 11th) Thanksgiving Day (4th Thursday in November) Christmas Day (December 25th)

When one of the above designated holidays falls on a Sunday, the following Monday is Observed as a legal holiday. When a legal holiday falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is observed as a holiday.

Work that interferes with other ongoing functions at the project shall be scheduled around normal working hours. Work shall be scheduled around the above listed Federal holidays unless approved in advance.

Work shall be performed during daylight hours and days to be worked will be at the discretion of the Project Supervisor.

DEFICIENCIES. If the Contractor fails to perform, or if performance in any area is judged unsatisfactory, the Government will take corrective action. If any of the work does not conform to contract requirements, the Government may require the Contractor to perform the services again in conformity with contract requirements, at no cost to the Government. When the defect in services cannot be corrected by re-performance, or cannot be corrected in the specified time frame, the Contractor is required to respond to a Contract Discrepancy Report and deductions will be determined in accordance with

Contract Clause entitled "Terms and Conditions-Simplified Acquisitions (Other than Commercial Items), paragraph (d)."

PRE-CONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE. The Contractor shall attend a pre-construction conference, Prior to the initiation of work under this contract. The Contractor's Accident Prevention Plan and all contractor submittals must be approved prior to this meeting.

Period of Performance: Contractor shall start work within 30 calendar days of issuance of Notice to Proceed (NTP) and complete all work within 60 calendar days from commencement of work.

ATTACHMENT 1

APPENDIX A

MINIMUM BASIC OUTLINE FOR ACCIDENT PREVENTION PLANS

An Accident Prevention Plan (APP) is a safety and health policy and program document. The following areas are typically addressed in an APP, but an APP shall be job-specific and shall also address any unusual or unique aspects of the project or activity for which it is written.

The APP shall interface with the employer’s overall safety and health program, and a copy shall be available on the work site. Any portions of the overall safety and health program that are referenced in the APP shall be included as appropriate. ANSI/ASSE A10.38 should be referenced for Programmatic Issues.

> For LIMITED-SCOPE SERVICE, SUPPLY AND R&D CONTRACTS, for example, mowing (only), park attendant, rest room cleaning, the Contracting Officer and SOHO may allow an ABBREVIATED APP (customized APP requirements and waive the more stringent elements of this section). > See 01.A.11 and Appendix a, paragraph 11.

1. SIGNATURE SHEET. Title, signature, and phone number of the following:

a. Plan preparer (Qualified Person, Competent Person, such as corporate safety staff person, QC).

b. Plan must be approved, by company/corporate officers authorized to obligate the company.

c. Plan concurrence (e.g., Chief of Operations, Corporate Chief of Safety, Corporate Industrial Hygienist, project manager or superintendent, project safety professional, project QC). Provide concurrence of other applicable corporate and project personnel (Contractor).

2. BACKGROUND INFORMATION. List the following:

a. Contractor.

b. Contract number.

c. Project name.

d. Brief project description, description of work to be performed, and location; phases of work anticipated (these will require an AHA).

3. STATEMENT OF SAFETY AND HEALTH POLICY. Provide a copy of current corporate/company Safety and Health Policy Statement, detailing commitment to providing a safe and healthful workplace for all employees.

The Contractor’s written safety program goals, objectives, and accident experience goals for this contract should be provided.

4. RESPONSIBILITIES AND LINES OF AUTHORITIES. Provide the following:

a. A statement of the employer’s ultimate responsibility for the implementation of his SOH program.

b. Identification and accountability of personnel responsible for safety at both corporate and project level. Contracts specifically requiring safety or industrial hygiene personnel shall include a copy of their resumes. Qualifications shall include the OSHA 30-hour course or equivalent course areas as listed here:

(1) OSH Act/General Duty Clause.

(2) 29 CFR 1904, Recordkeeping.

(3) Subpart C: General Safety and Health Provisions, Competent Person.

(4) Subpart D: Occupational Health and Environmental Controls, Citations, and Safety Programs.

(5) Subpart E: PPE, type and requirements for use.

(6) Subpart F: understanding fire protection in the workplace.

(7) Subpart K: Electrical.

(8 Subpart M: Fall Protection.

(9) Rigging, welding, and cutting, scaffolding, excavations, concrete and masonry, demolition; health hazards in construction, materials handling, storage and disposal, hand and power tools, motor vehicles, mechanized equipment, marine operations, steel erection, stairways and ladders, confined spaces or any others that are applicable to the work being performed.

c. The names of Competent and/or Qualified Person(s) and proof of competency/qualification to meet specific OSHA Competent/Qualified Person(s) requirements must be attached. The District SOHO will review the qualifications for acceptance.

d. Requirements that no work shall be performed unless a designated competent person is present on the job site.

e. Requirements for pre-task safety and health analysis.

f. Lines of authority.

g. Policies and procedures regarding noncompliance with safety requirements (to include disciplinary actions for violation of safety requirements) should be identified.

h. Provide written company procedures for holding managers and supervisors accountable for safety.

5. SUBCONTRACTORS AND SUPPLIERS. If applicable, provide procedures for coordinating with Safety Occupational Health, (SOH), activities with other employers on the job site:

a. Identification of subcontractors and suppliers (if known).

b. Safety responsibilities of subcontractors and suppliers.

6. TRAINING.

a. Requirements for new hire SOH orientation training at the time of initial hire of each new employee.

b. Requirements for mandatory training and certifications that are applicable to this project (e.g., explosive actuated tools, confined space entry, crane operator, diver, vehicle operator, HAZWOPER training and certification, PPE) and any requirements for periodic retraining/recertification.

c. Procedures for periodic safety and health training for supervisors and employees.

d. Requirements for emergency response training. > See paragraph 9.b. below for a list of requirements that may require emergency response training.

7. SAFETY AND HEALTH INSPECTIONS.

a. Specific assignment of responsibilities for a minimum daily job site safety and health inspection during periods of work activity: Who will conduct (e.g., SSHO, PM, safety professional, QC, supervisors, employees – depends on level of technical proficiency needed to perform said inspections), proof of inspector’s training/qualifications, when inspections will be conducted, procedures for documentation, deficiency tracking system, and follow-up procedures.

b. Any external inspections/certifications that may be required (e.g., USCG).

8. ACCIDENT REPORTING. The Contractor shall identify person(s) responsible to provide the following:

a. Exposure data (man-hours worked).

b. Accident investigations, reports, and logs: Report all accidents as soon as possible but not more than 24 hours afterwards to the Contracting Officer/Representative (CO/COR). The contractor shall thoroughly investigate the accident and submit the findings of the investigation along with appropriate corrective actions to the CO/COR in the prescribed format as soon as possible but no later than five (5) working days following the accident. Implement corrective actions as soon as reasonably possible.

c. The following require immediate accident notification:

(1) A fatal injury.

(2) A permanent total disability.

(3) A permanent partial disability.

(4) The hospitalization of three or more people resulting from a single occurrence.

(5) Property damage of $200,000 or more.

9. PLANS (PROGRAMS, PROCEDURES) REQUIRED BY THE SAFETY MANUAL.

Based on a risk assessment of contracted activities and on mandatory OSHA compliance programs, the Contractor shall address all applicable occupational risks and compliance plans. Using the EM 385-1-1 as a guide, plans may include but not be limited to:

a. Layout plans (04.A.01).

b. Emergency response plans:

(1) Procedures and tests (01.E.01).

(2) Spill plans (01.E.01, 06.A.02).

(3) Firefighting plan (01.E.01, Section 19).

(4) Posting of emergency telephone numbers (01.E.05).

(5) Man overboard/abandon ship (Section19. A.04).

(6) Medical Support. Outline on-site medical support and off-site medical arrangements including rescue and medical duties for those employees who are to perform them, and the name(s) of on-site Contractor personnel trained in first aid and CPR. A minimum of two employees shall be certified in CPR and first-aid per shift/site (Section 03.A.02; 03.D):

c. Plan for prevention of alcohol and drug abuse (01.C.02).

d. Site sanitation plan (Section 02).

e. Access and haul road plan (4.B).

f. Respiratory protection plan (05.G).

g. Health hazard control program (06.A).

h. Hazard communication program (06.B.01).

i. Process Safety Management Plan (06.B.04).

j. Lead abatement plan (06.B.05 & specifications).

k. Asbestos abatement plan (06.B.05 & specifications).

l. Radiation Safety Program (06.E.03.a).

m. Abrasive blasting (06.H.01).

n. Heat/Cold Stress Monitoring Plan (06.I.02)

o. Crystalline Silica Monitoring Plan (Assessment) (06.M).

p. Night operations lighting plan (07.A.08).

q. Fire Prevention Plan (09.A).

r. Wild Land Fire Management Plan (09.K).

s. Hazardous energy control plan (12.A.01).

t. Critical lift Plan (16.H).

u. Contingency plan for severe weather (19.A.03).

v. Float Plan (19.F.04).

w. Site-Specific Fall Protection & Prevention Plan (21.C).

x. Demolition plan (to include engineering survey) (23.A.01).

y. Excavation/trenching plan (25.A.01).

z. Emergency rescue (tunneling) (26.A.).

Aa. Underground construction fire prevention and protection plan (26.D.01).

Bb. Compressed air plan (26.I.01).

cc. Formwork and shoring erection and removal plans (27.C).

Dd. Pre-Cast Concrete Plan (27.D).

Ee. Lift slab plans (27.E).

Ff. Steel erection plan (27.F.01).

Gg. Site Safety and Health Plan for HTRW work (28.B).

Hh. Blasting Safety Plan (29.A.01).

Ii. Diving plan (30.A.13).

Jj. Confined space Program (34.A).

10. RISK MANAGEMENT PROCESSES. Detailed project-specific hazards and controls shall be provided by an Activity Hazard Analysis (0I.A.13) for each major phase/activity of work.

11. ABBREVIATED APP for LIMITED-SCOPE SERVICE, SUPPLY AND R&D CONTRACTS. If service, supply, and R&D contracts with limited scopes are awarded, the contractor may submit an abbreviated Accident Prevention Plan. This APP shall address the following areas at a minimum. If other areas of the EM 385-1-1 are pertinent to the contract, the contractor must assure these areas are addressed as well.

a. Title, signature, and phone number of the plan preparer.

b. Background Information to include Contractor, Contract number, Project name, Brief project description, description of work to be performed, and location (map); The project description shall provide a means to evaluate the work being done (see AHA requirements in 01.A.13) and associated hazards involved.

Contractor’s APP shall address the identified hazards involved and the control measures to be taken.

c. Statement of Safety and Health Policy detailing their commitment to providing a safe and healthful workplace for all employees.

d. Responsibilities and Lines of Authorities – to include a statement of the employer’s ultimate responsibility for the implementation of his SOH program; Identification and accountability of personnel responsible for safety at all levels to include designated site safety and health officer (SSHO) and associated qualifications. The District SOHO will review the qualifications for acceptance.

e. Training - new hire SOH orientation training at the time of initial hire of each new employee and any periodic retraining/recertification requirements.

f. Procedures for job site inspections - assignment of responsibilities and frequency.

g. Procedures for reporting man-hours worked and reporting and investigating any accidents as soon as possible but not more than 24 hours afterwards to the Contracting Officer/Representative (CO/COR).

An accident that results in a fatal injury, permanent partial or permanent total disability shall be immediately reported to the Contracting Officer.

h. Emergency Planning. Employees working alone shall be provided an effective means of emergency communication. This may be cellular phone, two-way radio, or other acceptable means. The selected means of communication must be readily available and must be in working condition.

i. Drinking Water provisions, toilet and washing facilities.

j. First Aid and CPR training (at least two employees on each shift shall be qualified/certified to administer first aid and CPR) and provision of first aid kit (types/size).

k. Personal Protective Equipment.

(1) WORK CLOTHING - Minimum Requirements. Employees shall wear clothing suitable for the weather however minimum requirements for work shall be short- sleeve shirt, long pants

(Excessively long or baggy pants are prohibited) and leather work shoes. If analysis determines that safety-toed (or other protective) footwear is necessary (i.e., mowing, weed eating, chain saw use, etc.), they shall be worn.

(2) Eye and Face Protection. Eye and face protection shall be worn as determined by an analysis of the operations being performed HOWEVER, all involved in chain saw use, chipping, stump grinding, pruning operations, grass mowing, weed eating and blowing operations shall be provided safety eyewear (Z87.1) as a minimum.

(3) Hearing Protection. Hearing protection must be worn by all those exposed to high noise activities (to include grass mowing and trimming, chainsaw operations, tree chipping, stump grinding and pruning).

(4) Head Protection. Hard hats shall comply with ANSI Z89.1 and shall be worn by all workers when a head hazard exists. At a minimum, hard hats shall be worn when performing activities identified in

(2) above.

(5) High Visibility Apparel shall comply with ANSI/ISEA 107, Class 2 requirements at a minimum and shall be worn by all workers exposed to vehicular or equipment traffic.

(6) Protective Leg chaps shall be worn by all chainsaw operators.

(7) Gloves of the proper type shall be worn by persons involved in activities that expose the hands to cuts, abrasions, punctures, burns and chemical irritants.

(8) If work is being performed around water and drowning is a hazard, PFDs must be provided and worn as appropriate.

l. Machine Guards and safety devices. Lawn maintenance equipment must have appropriate guards and safety devices in place and operational.

m. Hazardous Substances. When any hazardous substances are procured, used, stored, or disposed, a hazard communication program must be in effect and MSDSs shall be available at the worksite. Employees shall have received training in hazardous substances being used. When the eyes or body of any person may be exposed to corrosives, irritants or toxic chemicals, suitable facilities for quick drenching or flushing of the eyes and body shall be provided within 10 seconds of the worksite.

n. Traffic control shall be accomplished in accordance with DOT’s MUTCD.

o. Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout). Before an employee performs any servicing or maintenance on any equipment where the unexpected energizing or startup of the equipment could occur, procedures must be in place to ensure adequate control of this energy.

p. Driving, working on (i.e., working with equipment/mowers) while on slopes, working from/in boats/skiffs, etc. shall also be considered and dealt with accordingly.

ATOPSEC Requirements

General security requirements and guidance: The security requirements described below apply to all contract personnel (including employees of the prime Contractor (“Contractor”) and all subcontractor employees) supporting the performance requirements of this contract. The Contractor is responsible for compliance with these security requirements. Questions regarding security matters shall be addressed to the designated Government representative (e.g., Contracting Officer Representative (COR), Requiring Activity (RA) representative, or Contracting Officer (if a COR or other RA representative is not appointed)). Contract personnel are critical to the overall security and safety of US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) installations, facilities and activities, and security awareness training contributes to those efforts. The Department of Defense (DoD) and Army security training requirements specified below, if applicable, are performance requirements; all applicable contract personnel shall complete initial training within 30 days of contract award or the date new contract personnel begin performance on the contract. Within five business days from the completion of training, the Contractor shall provide written documentation (e.g., email or memorandum) to the Government representative. The documentation shall include the names of contract personnel trained and which training they completed; the Contractor shall maintain training records as part of their contract files and be prepared to provide copies of training certificates to the Government representative. Contractor personnel and vehicles are subject to search when entering federal installations. Additionally, all contract personnel shall comply with Force Protection Condition (FPCON) measures, Random Antiterrorism Measures (commonly referred to as “RAMs”), and Health Protection Condition (HPCON) measures. The Contractor is responsible for meeting performance requirements during elevated FPCON and/or HPCON levels in accordance with applicable RA plans and procedures—this includes identifying mission essential and non- mission essential personnel. In addition to the changes otherwise authorized by the changes clause of this contract, should the FPCON or HPCON levels at any individual facility or installation change, the Government may implement security changes that affect contract personnel. The Contractor shall ensure all contract personnel are aware of their security responsibilities, including any site-specific requirements identified in local policies or procedures.

Antiterrorism (AT) Level I Training: All contract personnel requiring routine access to Army installations, facilities, and controlled access areas, or requiring network access shall complete initial and annual refresher AT Level I awareness training. Online AT Level I awareness training is available at https://jko.jten.mil/ (website subject to change).

Physical security and access control requirements: All contract personnel requiring physical access to a federal installation or facility shall comply with the access control procedures of that location. Contract personnel requiring unescorted access to meet contract performance requirements on a DoD installation in the US shall be vetted by the installation/facility Provost Marshal/Directorate of Emergency Services/Security Office using the National Crime Information Center-Interstate Identification Index (commonly referred to as “NCIC-III”) and Terrorist Screening Database (commonly referred to as “TSDB”). Contract personnel shall comply with all personal identity verification requirements specified in installation/facility policies and procedures. Contract personnel who do not meet requirements for unescorted access to USACE facilities shall coordinate escorted access with the Government representative, as needed. Contract personnel who receive keys, access cards, or lock combinations that provide access to government-owned property shall comply with key and lock control procedures of the RA.

Suspicious Activity Reporting training (e.g., iWATCH, CorpsWatch, or See Something, Say Something): All contract personnel shall receive initial and annual refresher training from the RA representative on the local suspicious activity reporting program. This locally developed training provides contract personnel with general information on suspicious behavior, and guidance on reporting suspicious activity to the project manager, security representative or law enforcement entity.

Contracts requiring a formal OPSEC program: The Contractor shall develop an OPSEC SOP/Plan within 90 days of contract award. The OPSEC SOP/Plan shall be reviewed and accepted by the RA OPSEC Officer. This plan will include a process to identify critical information, where it is located, who is responsible for it, how to protect it, and why it needs to be protected. In accordance with Army and DoD regulations, the contractor shall have a certified Level II OPSEC coordinator, who shall ensure OPSEC compliance during contract performance.

Pre-screen candidates using E-Verify Program: Contractors shall comply with the requirements set forth in FAR clause 52.222-54 Employment Eligibility Verification and FAR Subpart 22.18 in using the E-Verify Program at (https://www.e-verify.gov/) (website subject to change) to meet the contract employment eligibility requirements. Contractors are encouraged to cooperate with Federal and State agencies responsible for enforcing labor requirements to include eligibility for employment under United States immigration laws in accordance with FAR 22.102-1(i). An initial list of verified/eligible candidates shall be provided to the COR no later than three business days after the initial contract award. When contracts are with individuals, the individuals will be required to complete a Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, and submit it to the Contracting Officer to become part of the official contract file.

SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

All Contractors and subcontractor employee(s) working on this contract who require access in and/or around any Huntington District facilities shall receive authorization to be on site at these facilities based upon a favorable background investigation in accordance with “Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12: Policy for a Common Identification Standard for Federal Employees and Contractors” (HSPD 12).