B08_Attachment_2_Wood_Canyon_SOW_5_18_2023.pdf

BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT

WOOD CANYON FIRE ESR FENCE REPAIR

GILA DISTRICT – SAFFORD FIELD OFFICE

STATEMENT OF WORK

1. PURPOSE FOR WORK

Replace 0.6 miles of allotment boundary fencelines for allotments managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). The fencelines directly impacted by the fire include 0.6 miles of allotment boundary fences between the High Lonesome Allotment and Midway Canyon Allotment. The fence consisted of a combination of steel and wooden material and therefore resulted in fencelines becoming damaged to the point of nonfunction. Repair of fencelines is necessary for livestock grazing management, and to prevent unauthorized grazing from occurring. If the fence repair is not completed there could be imminent danger to livestock as unauthorized cattle could affect the amount of forage available on each allotment for both livestock and wildlife. The naturalness of the Peloncillo Wilderness could also be impacted by the result of unauthorized cattle negatively impacting the health of the rangeland.

2. DEFINITIONS

CO – Contracting Officer

COR – Contracting Officer Representative

Global Positioning Systems (GPS) – A system of satellites, computers, and receivers that is able to determine the latitude and longitude of a receiver on Earth by calculating the time difference for signals from different satellites to reach the receiver.

PI – Principle Investigator

Universal Transverse Mercator (UTM) – A mapping coordinate grid system based upon one of many different mapping projects. The BLM in Arizona uses a projection in UTM Zone 10 North, North American Datum 1983, Continental US (NAD83 CONUS). The data is displayed in meters easting and northing.

3. WORK TO BE PERFORMED

3.1 GENERAL INFORMATION

3.1.1 Description of work

• Purchase and transport all necessary materials, as described in Attachment A Description of Materials.

• Furnish necessary labor and transportation (see Section 3.1.3 Access for further details) to successfully complete the fence repairs, and properly remove and dispose of all scrap materials.

• Complete the construction of 0.6 miles of fence, per the BLM Fence guidelines described in Attachment B BLM Fence Specifications. Deviations from the BLM Fence Specifications is allowed where necessary to accommodate the terrain or topography but should be documented and reported to the COR/PI as it occurs.

• It is the responsibility of the Contractor to know the applicable disposal requirements and regulations based on Federal, State, and/or County guidance.

• The site location is located in the Peloncillo Wilderness and mechanized equipment is not allowed to be used on site.

3.1.2 Project Location

• Work under this Contract is located in Cochise County, State of Arizona in the Peloncillo Mountains, within the Peloncillo Wilderness.

• The fencelines are grazing allotment boundary fences between multiple allotments.

• The work locations are shown on the See Attachment C Work Location and Access Map.

3.1.3 Access

• Access to the work site including transport of personnel, equipment, supplies, and materials will be the responsibility of the Contractor.

• Contractor will coordinate with the COR/PI upon award to coordinate access.

• All portions of the fencelines are located in remote, rough, and rugged terrain. There are no roads leading to the work site. Access would have to be gained through traveling across BLM-administered lands with the use of pack animals. There is not guaranteed access through the surrounding private land. See Attachment C Work Location and Access Map.

• Vegetation removal or trimming is only authorized within the fence line path to facilitate maintenance of the fence and not to create access routes. Vegetation removal can be accomplished using hand tools.

• Access shall be accomplished with regard for environmental considerations, as described above and displayed in Attachment C Project Location and Access Map.

• Work Camp - The Contractor shall obtain written authorization from the COR prior to camping on BLM administered lands. Comply with all fire regulations and obtain any permits as needed.

4. CONTRACTOR-FURNISHED PROPERTY AND SERVICES

4.1 The Contractor shall provide all labor, equipment, crew supervision, transportation, supplies (except those designated as Government-furnished), and incidentals necessary in accordance with the enclosed specifications, terms and conditions.

4.2 Specifically, but not necessarily all inclusive, the Contractor shall furnish:

• Contractor will be responsible for purchasing ALL required materials, as listed and described in Attachment A Description of Materials.

• GPS handheld navigator or other tool to determine UTM and elevation.

• All necessary camping gear if camping is deemed necessary to complete work.

• All safety materials and proper personal protective equipment (e.g., boots, gloves, eye protection, ear protection, sunscreen, hard hat, water).

5. GOVERNMENT – FURNISHED PROPERTY AND SERVICES

5.1 The Government will furnish to the Contractor the following materials, supplies, property, or services:

• Item 1: Paper maps and/or aerial photos that identify the project area including road maps and topographic maps.

• Item 2: Loadable georeferenced maps for navigation, if requested.

• Item 3:

o Attachment A – Description of Materials o Attachment B – BLM Fence Specifications o Attachment C – Work Location and Access Map

6. SPECIFIC TASKS

6.1 FIELD WORK

6.1.1 Pre-work Conference

• Will be held prior to the start of work. The Contractor will be notified in advance of meeting time, date, and place. The purpose will be to review required work, project drawings and specifications, construction schedules, payroll and payments, and administrative provisions of the Contract.

• The Contractor, subcontractors, and the persons responsible for coordination of the work shall be present at the meeting.

• Be prepared to summarize and explain procedures planned for the project.

6.1.2 Notify COR prior to starting work.

6.1.3 Document and notify the COR/PI daily when deviations from the BLM Fence Specifications occurs due to topography and/or terrain conditions.

6.1.3 Post-Construction

• Once fence construction is complete, properly remove and dispose of all leftover materials and trash, per the applicable Federal, State or county regulations. Consult the COR for guidance if needed.

• Ensure all evidence of human presence in the wilderness is repaired or removed.

6.2 DOCUMENTATION

6.2.1 All field work shall be fully documented with photos of the finished constructed fence.

6.2.2 Provide photos of before, during and after the fence construction has occurred to document completion and cleanup of materials.

6.2.3 Provide documentation and written notification of BLM Fence Specification deviations daily when they occur.

7. SURVEILLANCE PLAN AND INSPECTION

7.1 The COR/PI may walk with the Contractor through the first day of construction to ensure understanding and compliance with BLM Fence Guidelines.

7.2 The COR/PI may inspect progress after the completion of each quarter-mile for quality assurance.

7.3 The COR/PI may walk with the Contractor at the end, after the construction and trash disposal is completed, to document final product quality, clean-up, and compliance.

7.4 Primary COR: Tommy Schnell, SFO Rangeland Management Specialist, (520) 507-1451 or tjschnell@blm.gov

7.5 Principle Investigator: Brandon Schurch, Rangeland Management Specialist, (520) 507-1423 or bschurch@blm.gov

8. ACCEPTANCE

8.1 Field Work – All work, as described under 3. WORK TO BE PERFORMED and 5. SPECIFIC TASKS is complete and determined by the COR/PI to meet the BLM Fence Specifications, as described in Attachment B, and all applicable disposal regulations. Deviations reported to the COR/PI will not count against the Contractor’s performance.

8.2 All reworks must be initiated within two (2) days unless otherwise agreed upon by COR.

8.3 Documentation – All required documentation shall be sufficient to satisfy all requirements as specified in

5. SPECIFIC TASKS and 6. SPECIFIC TASKS. Any submittals not meeting these requirements will be returned to the Contractor and shall be re-done.

9. MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

9.1 Payment will be based on the government inspection results. The Contractor’s inspection results are to be used as a guide for the Contractor’s use in complying with contract specifications and not as a basis for payment.

9.2 Payment will be made for completed field work, disposal, and documentation, inspected, and accepted by the Government.

9.3 A mutually agreed upon scheduled for periodic payments will be arranged at the pre-work conference.

9.4 Final payment will not be made until all deliverables are returned as directed by the COR.

10. CONTRACT TIME

The Contactor shall begin work within five (5) calendar days from the effective date of the Notice to Proceed. The Contractor shall continue performance of the work under the contract without delay or interruption except by cause for action under the “Default” clause.

11. PROGRESS PLAN

At the prework conference, the Contractor shall provide to the COR a written “work progress plan” that details the proposed work force and schedule to provide for orderly completion of the work within the contract performance time. This work schedule must be acceptable to the Government. At a minimum, the schedule should reflect a work progress rate equal to the available amount of contract performance time. The unit sequence work schedule will be determined by the COR at the prework conference and may be subject to change because of normal variations in weather conditions at no change in contract time or price.

ATTACHMENT A. DESCRIPTION OF MATERIALS

Item Quantity

Barbless – SNEI 12-1/2 ga Class I Dom Roll 1320’

2 Rolls

2 pt Barbed Wire – SNEI 12-1/2 ga Class I Dom Roll 1320’

10 Rolls

Angle Posts Brace-SNEI 2” X 2” X 7’

Angle Posts 2-1/2” X 2-1/2” X 7’ 6 Barbwire Stay 42” 9 ga

T Post Clips

6’ T posts – SNEI 1.33 Dom GRN 200

ATTACHMENT B: BLM FENCE SPECIFICATIONS

ATTACHMENT C: PROJECT LOCATION AND ACCESS MAPS