B08_Solicitation W9126G21Q0026 Georgetown Granger Bulk Refuse.pdf

Capital Region Project Office

Granger & Georgetown Bulk Refuse Services

Solicitation W9126G21Q0026

W9126G21Q0026

Request for Quotes (RFQ) Solicitation Number: W9126G21Q0026 Solicitation is issued by:

US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS FORT WORTH

819 TAYLOR ST, CT OFC RM 2A17

FORT WORTH TX 76102-0300

PROJECT NAME: Granger & Georgetown Lake Bulk Refuse Services

1. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

Description of Services: The Contractor shall furnish, all necessary labor, transportation, equipment, materials/supplies, and supervision to perform non-personal, bulk refuse services in the manner, location and frequency set forth in the Performance Work Statement and schedules.

Work shall be performed in the USACE Capital Region located at 500 Lake Overlook Drive Georgetown, Tx 78633 and 3100 Granger Dam Road Granger, Texas 76530. Periods of Performance will be one (1) twelve (12) month base period, and four (4) twelve (12) month option periods to include one (1) six month extension period IAW 52.217-8.

2. This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Department of Defense FAR Supplement (DFARS).

a. The provision at 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors -- Commercial, applies to this acquisition and a statement regarding any addenda to the provision. Offerors are also required to submit a completed copy of the Request for Quotation and a completed copy of the pricing schedule.

b. Offerors include a completed copy of the provision at 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items, with its offer.

c. Clause at 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition and a statement regarding any addenda to the clause.

d. Clause at 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition and a statement regarding which, if any, of the additional FAR clauses cited in the clause are applicable to the acquisition

3. This acquisition is SET ASIDE 100% for Small Business.

4. PSC: S205 – Housekeeping – Trash / Garbage Collection NAICS CODE: 562111 – Solid Waste Collection

SIZE STANDARD: $41,500,000

5. System for Awards Management (SAM): In accordance with FAR 52.204-7(b)(1) 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.

6. Evaluation Information: The Government intends to award a firm fixed price (FFP) Purchase Order resulting from this RFQ to the responsible offeror whose offer represents the best value in terms of past performance, price, and technical approach IAW 13.106-2(4)(ii). Past performance is equivalent to price, and they are more important than the technical approach. Quotes for this solicitation are due on 29 March 2021, by 11:00 AM CST.

The offeror agrees to hold the prices in its offer firm for 60 calendar days from the date specified for receipt of offers.

7. Submittals: Offerors must submit representation and certifications in accordance with the provisions at FAR 52.212-3 Offeror Representation and Certifications – Commercial Item (Accessible at https://www.acquisition.gov) or the vendor may verify their Online Representation and Certification Application (ORCA) is updated in SAM. See Vendor information sheet.

Submit the following as separate PDF files in the response to the RFQ

a. Vendor Information Sheet

b. Price Quotation (CLIN Schedules) (See Clause 52.212-2 Evaluation – Commercial Items)

c. Past Performance NAVFAC/USACE Past Performance Questionnaire (See Clause 52.212-2 Evaluation – Commercial Items). At a minimum, the offeror must have one (1) project that is similar to the scope of this requiement. Recent or relevant work is defined as similar work in size and scope within the past four (4) years.

The Contracting Officer shall deem an offeror non-responsive if the offeror fails to submit a PPQ IAW 52.212-1(b)

(10) and evaluation criteria in 52.212-2. An Offeror that submits a PPQ that is deemed neither recent nor relevant will be treated as “NEUTRAL”.

d. Technical Approach and Understanding of Work (See Clause 52.212-2 Evaluation –Commercial Items)

e. Complete and return the provision at 52.204-26

8. Email all quotes to:

Khadijah.Y.Freeman2@usace.army.mil civ-ops.proposals@usace.army.mil

9. 52.237-1 SITE VIST

Offerors or quoters are urged and expected to inspect the site where services are to be performed and to satisfy themselves regarding all general and local conditions that may affect the cost of contract performance, to the extent that the information is reasonably obtainable. In no event shall failure to inspect the site constitute grounds for a claim after contract award.

Prospective offerors/quoters are required to contact the Contract Specialist via email to express their interests by 3:00 PM (CST) two business days prior to attending the site visit. Site visit attendees must provide the following information the Solicitation Number, Project Title, Name(s) of Individual(s) who will attend the site visit, Name of Company Represented, Phone Number of Company being represented. All attendees required sign attendance sheet.

Address: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Georgetown Lake Project Office 500 Lake Overlook Drive Georgetown, Tx 78633

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Granger Lake Project office

Address: 3100 Granger Dam Road Granger, Texas 76530

CT POC: Khadijah Y. Freeman Contact Info: 817-886-1474 Email: Khadijah.Y.Freeman2@usace.army.mil

Conference: Tuesday 24 Mar 21 @ 10:00 am CST

VIRTUAL SITE VISIT INFORMATION

52.237-1 SITE VISIT

Offerors or quoters are urged and expected to inspect the site where services are to be performed and to satisfy themselves regarding all general and local conditions that may affect the cost of contract performance, to the extent that the information is reasonably obtainable. In no event shall failure to inspect the site constitute grounds for a claim after contract award.

There will be a Virtual Site Visit performed in order to clarify expectations and answer any questions concerning the requirements of the specified work. Prospective offerors are required to contact the Contract Specialist via email to express their interests by 3:00 PM (CST) two business days prior to attending the virtual site visit. At a minimum, the email should reference, the Solicitation Number, Project Title, Name(s) of Individual(s) who will attend the site visit, Name of Company Represented, Phone Number of Company being represented.

Address:

Address:

CT POC:

Contact Info:

Email:

Conference:

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Georgetown Lake Project Office 500 Lake Overlook Drive Georgetown, Tx 78633

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Granger Lake Project office 3100 Granger Dam Road Granger, Texas 76530

Khadijah Freeman 817-886-1474 Khadijah.Y.Freeman2@usace.army.mil

Tuesday 24 Mar 21 @ 9:00 am CST

INSURANCE UPON AWARD

Prior to commencement of work, the Contractor shall furnish the original of his Insurance Certificate directly to the Contracting Officer, Fort Worth District, Corps of Engineers, ATTN : CESWF- CT-S, P.O. Box 17300, Fort Worth, Texas 76102-0300 and one copy directly to the Lake and Project Office. The Contractor shall maintain, during the entire period of his performance under this contract, the following minimum insurance requirements:

Submit a copy of Insurance Certificate directly to:

Capital Region Project Attn: Martha Encarnacion 1560 Thornberry Dr.

Somerville, TX 77879

Or email to: Khadijah.Y.Freeman2@usace.army.mil Phone: (817) 886-1474

(a) Comprehensive general liability insurance for bodily injury in the minimum limits of $500,000 per occurrence. No property damage liability is required.

(b) Comprehensive automobile liability insurance covering the operation of all automobiles used in connection with the performance of the contract in the minimum limits of $200,000 per person and $100,000 per accident for bodily injury and $20,000 per accident for property damage.

(c) An endorsement to the effect that any cancellation or any material change adversely affecting the Government's interest shall not be effective until 30 days after the insurer or the Contractor gives written notice to the Contracting Officer.

NOTE:

(1) It is recommended that the contractor furnish a copy of the foregoing requirements to his insurance company in order to assure that an Insurance Certificate is issued meeting the minimum requirements shown.

The Insurance Certificate shall also show the contract number to which it applies as well as a brief description and location of the work.

VENDOR INFORMATION SHEET

W9126G21Q0026 Granger & Georgetown Lake Bulk Refuse Services

COMPANY NAME

POC

(Last, First Middle)

ADDRESS

(Number & Street) (City, State and Zip)

PHONE NUMBER MOBILE

(Area code and number) (Area code and number)

EMAIL ADDRESS___________________________________________

DUNS NUMBER CAGE CODE NUMBER_______________

Vendor’s Online Representation and Certification Application (ORCA) are updated in SAM Yes No

Signature Date

ATTACHMENT 1

NAVFAC/USACE PAST PERFORMANCE QUESTIONAIRE (Form PPQ-0)

CONTRACT INFORMATION (Contractor to complete Blocks 1-4)

1. Contractor Information Firm name: CAGE Code:

Address: DUNS Number:

Phone Number:

Email Address:

Point of Contact: Contact Phone Number:

2. Work Performed as: Prime Contractor Sub Contractor Joint Venture Other (Explain) Percent of Project work performed:

If subcontractor, who was the prime (Name/Phone #):

3. Contract Information Contract Number:

Delivery/Task Order Number (if applicable):

Contract type: Firm Fixed Price Cost Reimbursement Other (please specify):

Contract Title:

Contract Location:

Award Date (mm/dd/yy):

Contract Completion Date (mm/dd/yy):

Actual Completion Date (mm/dd/yy) Explain Differences:

Original Contract Price (Award Amount):

Final contract Price (to include all modifications, if applicable):

Explain Differences:

4. Project Description:

Complexity of Work High Med Routine How is this project relevant to project of submission? (Please provide details such as similar equipment, requirements, conditions, etc.)

CLIENT INFORMATION (Client to complete Blocks 5-8)

5. Client Information Name:

Title:

Phone Number:

Email Address:

6. Describe the client’s role in the project:

7. Date Questionnaire was completed (mm/dd/yy):

8. Client’s Signature:

NOTE: NAVFAC/USACE REQUESTS THAT THE CLIENT COMPLETES THIS QUESTIONNARIE AND SUBMITS DIRECTLY BACK TO THE OFFEROR. THE OFFEROR WILL SUBMIT THE COMPLETED QUESTIONNARIE TO USACE WITH THEIR PROPOSAL, AND MAY DUPLICATE THIS QUESTIONNAIRE FOR FUTURE SUBMISSION ON USACE SOLICITATION. CLIENTS ARE HIGHLY ENCOURAGED TO SUBMIT QUESTIONNAIRES DIRECTLY TO THE OFFEROR. HOWEVER, QUESTIONNAIRES MAY BE SUBMITTED DIRECTLY TO USACE.

PLEASE CONTACT THE OFFEROR FOR USACE POC INFORMATION. THE GOVERNMENT RESERVES THE RIGHT TO VERIFY ANY AND

ALL INFORMATION ON THIS FORM.

AFTER COMPLETION, PLEASE EMAIL TO: CIV-OPS.Proposals@usace.army.mil Ensure the former employer references the solicitation number in the email subject line.

ADJECTIVE RATINGS AND DEFINITIONS TO BE USED TO BEST REFLECT

YOUR EVALUATIONOF THE CONTRACTOR’S PERFORMANCE

RATING DEFINITION NOTE

(E) Exceptional Performance meets contractual requirements and exceeds many to the Government/Owner’s benefit. The contractual performance of the element or sub-element being assessed was accomplished with few minor problems for which corrective actions taken by the contractor was highly effective.

An Exceptional rating is appropriate when the Contractor successfully performed multiple significant events that were of benefit to the Government/Owner. A singular benefit, however, could be of such magnitude that it alone constitutes an Exceptional rating. Also, there should have been NO significant weaknesses identified.

(VG) Very Good Performance meets contractual requirements and exceeds many to the Government/Owner’s benefit. The contractual performance of the element or sub-element being assessed was accomplished with some minor problems for which corrective actions taken by the contractor were effective.

A Very Good rating is appropriate when the Contractor successfully performed a significant event that was a benefit to the Government/Owner. There should have been no significant weaknesses identified.

(S) Satisfactory Performance meets contractual requirements and exceeds many to the Government/Owner’s benefit. The contractual performance of the element or sub-element contains some minor problems for which corrective actions taken by the contractor appear or were satisfactory.

A Satisfactory rating is appropriate when there were only minor problems, or major problems that the contractor recovered from without impact to the contract. There should have been NO significant weaknesses identified. Per DOD policy, a fundamental principle of assigning ratings is that contractors will not be assessed a rating lower than Satisfactory solely for not performing beyond the requirements of the contract.

(M) Marginal Performance meets contractual requirements and exceeds many to the Government/Owner’s benefit. The contractual performance of the element or sub-element being assessed reflects a serious problem for which the contractor has not yet identified corrective actions. The contractor’s proposed actions appear only marginally effective or were not fully implemented.

A Marginal is appropriate when a significant event occurred that the contractor had trouble overcoming which impacted the Government/Owner.

(U) Unsatisfactory Performance does not meet most contractual requirements and recovery is not likely in a timely manner. The contractual performance of the element or sub-element contains serious problem(s) for which the contractor’s corrective actions appear or were ineffective.

An Unsatisfactory rating is appropriate when multiple significant events occurred that the contractor had trouble overcoming and which impacted the Government/Owner. A singular problem, however, could be of such serious magnitude that it alone constitutes an unsatisfactory rating.

(N) Not Applicable No information or did not apply to your contract Rating will be neither positive or negative.

TO BE COMPLETED BY CLIENT

PLEASE CIRCLE THE ADJECTIVE RATING WHICH BEST REFLECTS

YOUR EVALUATION OF THE CONTRACTOR’S PERFORMANCE.

1. QUALITY

a) Quality of technical data/report preparation efforts E VG S M U N

b) Ability to meet quality standards for technical performance E VG S M U N

c) Timeliness/effectiveness of contract problem resolution without extensive customer guidance.

E VG S M U N

d) Adequacy/effectiveness of quality control program and adherence to contract quality assurance requirements (without adverse effect on performance)

E VG S M U N

2. SCHEDULE/TIMELINESS OF PERFORMANCE:

a) Compliance with contract delivery/completion schedules including any significant intermediate milestones. (If liquidated damages were assessed or the schedule was not met, please address below)

E VG S M U N

b) Rate the contractor’s use of available resources to accomplish tasks identified in the contract

E VG S M U N

3. CUSTOMER SATISFACTION:

a) To what extent were the end users satisfied with the project? E VG S M U N

b) Contractor was reasonable and cooperative in dealing with your staff (including the ability to successfully resolve disagreements/disputes; responsiveness to administrative reports, businesslike and communication)

E VG S M U N

c) To what extent was the contractor cooperative, businesslike, and concerned with the interests of the customer?

E VG S M U N

d) Overall customer satisfaction E VG S M U N

4. MANAGEMENT/PERSONNEL/LABOR

a) Effectiveness of on-site management, including management of subcontractors, suppliers, materials, and /or labor force?

E VG S M U N

b) Ability to hire, apply, and retain qualified workforce to this effort E VG S M U N

c) Government Property Control E VG S M U N

d) Knowledge/expertise demonstrated by contractor personnel E VG S M U N

e) Utilization of Small Business concerns E VG S M U N

f) Ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects with multiple disciplines

E VG S M U N

g) Ability to assimilate and incorporate changes in requirement and/or priority, including planning, execution and response to Government changes

E VG S M U N

h) Effectiveness of overall management (including ability to effectively lead, manage and control the program)

E VG S M U N

5. COST/FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

a) Ability to meet the terms and conditions within the contractually agree price(s)?

E VG S M U N

b) Contractor Proposed innovative alternative methods/processes that reduced cost, improved maintainability or other factors that benefited the client

E VG S M U N

c) If this is/was a Government cost type contract, please rate the Contractor’s timeliness and accuracy in submitting monthly invoices with appropriate back-up documentation, monthly status reports.

Budget variance reports, compliance with established budgets and avoidance of significant and/or unexplained variances (under runs or overruns)

E VG S M U N

d) In the Contractor’s accounting system adequate for management and tracking of costs? If no, please explain in Remarks section. YES NO

e) If this is/was a Government contract, has/was this contract been partially or completely terminated for default or convenience or are there any pending terminations? Indicate if show cause or cure notices were issued, or any default action in comment section below.

YES NO

f) Have there been any indication that the contractor has had any financial problems? If yes, please explain below. YES NO

6. SAFETY/SECURITY

a) To What extent was the contractor able to maintain an environment of safety, adhere to its approved safety plan, and respond to safety issues? (Includes: following the users rules, regulations, and requirements, regarding housekeeping, safety, correction of noted deficiencies, etc.)

E VG S M U N

b) Contractor complied with all security requirements for the project and personnel security requirements.

E VG S M U N

7. GENERAL

a) Ability to successfully respond to emergency and/or surge situations (including notifying COR, PM or Contracting Officer in a timely manner regarding urgent contractual issues)

E VG S M U N

b) Compliance with contractual terms/provisions (explain if specific issues)

E VG S M U N

c) Would you hire or work with this firm again? (If no, please explain below)

YES NO

d) In Summary, provide an overall rating for the work performed by this contractor.

E VG S M U N

Please provide responses to the questions above (if applicable) and/or additional remarks. Furthermore, please provide a brief narrative addressing specific strengths, weaknesses, deficiencies, or other comments which may assist our office in evaluating performance risk (Please attach additional pages in necessary):

ITEM NO SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

Base Year

FFP

The Contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, materials, supervision, and other items and non-personal services necessary to perform BRR collection and disposal services as defined in this Performance Work Statement except for those items specified as Government furnished property and services. The Contractor shall perform to the standards in this contract.

FOB: Destination

PSC CD: S205

NET AMT

0001AA

Refuse Collection and Disposal FRM

FFP

0001AB

Refuse Collection and Disposal REC

FFP

Base Year - Granger Lake Refuse

FFP

0002AA

Refuse Collection and Disposal FRM

FFP

0002AB

Refuse Collection and Disposal REC

FFP

OPTION Option Year 1

1001AA

OPTION Refuse Collection and Disposal FRM

FFP

1001AB

OPTION Refuse Collection and Disposal REC

FFP

OPTION Option Year 1 - Granger Lake Refuse

1002AA

OPTION Refuse Collection and Disposal FRM

FFP

1002AB

OPTION Refuse Collection and Disposal REC

FFP

OPTION Option Year 2 - Lake Georgetown Refuse

2001AA

OPTION Refuse Collection and Disposal FRM

FFP

2001AB

OPTION Refuse Collection and Disposal REC

FFP

OPTION Option Year 2 - Granger Lake Refuse

2002AA

OPTION Refuse Collection and Disposal FRM

FFP

2002AB

OPTION Refuse Collection and Disposal REC

FFP

OPTION Option Year 3 - Lake Georgetown Refuse

3001AA

OPTION Refuse Collection and Disposal FRM

FFP

3001AB

OPTION Refuse Collection and Disposal REC

FFP

OPTION Option Year 3 - Granger Lake Refuse

3002AA

OPTION Refuse Collection and Disposal FRM

FFP

3002AB

OPTION Refuse Collection and Disposal REC

FFP

OPTION Option Year 4 - Lake Georgetown Refuse

4001AA

OPTION Refuse Collection and Disposal FRM

FFP

4001AB

OPTION Refuse Collection and Disposal REC

FFP

OPTION Option Year 4 - Granger Lake Refuse

4002AA

OPTION Refuse Collection and Disposal FRM

FFP

4002AB

OPTION Refuse Collection and Disposal REC

FFP

OPTION Option Year 5

5001AA

OPTION Refuse Collection and Disposal FRM

FFP

5001AB

OPTION Refuse Collection and Disposal REC

FFP

OPTION Option Year 5 - Granger Lake Refuse

5002AA

OPTION Refuse Collection and Disposal FRM

FFP

5002AB

OPTION Refuse Collection and Disposal REC

FFP

KO STATEMENT

Only a warranted Contracting Officer (either a Procuring Contracting Officer (PCO), or an Administrative Contracting Officer (ACO)), acting within their delegated limits, has the authority to issue modifications or otherwise change the terms and conditions of this contract. If an individual other than the Contracting Officer attempts to make changes to the terms and conditions of this contract you shall not proceed with the change and shall immediately notify the Contracting Officer.

Bulk Refuse (BRR) Collection and Disposal Services Contract Georgetown and Granger Lakes

BID SHEET

BASE YEAR - 13 APRIL 2021

THROUGH 28 FEBRUARY 2022

Lake Georgetown Refuse Collection and Disposal

CLIN #

DESCRIPTION

Refuse and Disposal

TOTAL UNIT

UNIT

PRICE

PRICE

0001AA Refuse Collection and Disposal FRM 12 MNTH 0001AB Refuse Collection and Disposal REC 12 MNTH

Granger Lake Refuse Collection and Disposal

TOTAL UNIT

UNIT

PRICE

PRICE

0002AA Refuse Collection and Disposal FRM 12 MNTH 0002AB Refuse Collection and Disposal REC 12 MNTH

TOTAL AMOUNT FOR CLIN – 0001AA THUR 0002AB

OPTION YEAR TWO - 01 MARCH 2022 THROUGH 28 FEBRUARY 2023

DESCRIPTION

Refuse and Disposal

TOTAL UNIT

UNIT

PRICE

PRICE

1001AA Refuse Collection and Disposal FRM 12 MNTH 1001AB Refuse Collection and Disposal REC 12 MNTH

Granger Lake Refuse Collection and Disposal

TOTAL UNIT

UNIT

PRICE

PRICE

1002AA Refuse Collection and Disposal FRM 12 MNTH 1002AB Refuse Collection and Disposal REC 12 MNTH

TOTAL AMOUNT FOR CLIN – 1001AA THUR 1002AB

OPTION YEAR TWO - 01 MARCH 2023 THROUGH 29 FEBRUARY 2024

TOTAL UNIT

UNIT

PRICE

PRICE

2001AA Refuse Collection and Disposal FRM 12 MNTH 2001AB Refuse Collection and Disposal REC 12 MNTH

Granger Lake Refuse Collection and Disposal

CLIN #

DESCRIPTION

Refuse and Disposal

TOTAL UNIT

UNIT

PRICE

PRICE

2002AA Refuse Collection and Disposal FRM 12 MNTH 2002AB Refuse Collection and Disposal REC 12 MNTH

TOTAL AMOUNT FOR CLIN – 2001AA THUR 2002AB

OPTION YEAR THREE – 01 MARCH 2024 THROUGH 28 FEBRUARY 2025

TOTAL UNIT

UNIT

PRICE

PRICE

3001AA Refuse Collection and Disposal FRM 12 MNTH 3001AB Refuse Collection and Disposal REC 12 MNTH

Granger Lake Refuse Collection and Disposal

TOTAL UNIT

UNIT

PRICE

PRICE

3002AA Refuse Collection and Disposal FRM 12 MNTH 3002AB Refuse Collection and Disposal REC 12 MNTH

TOTAL AMOUNT FOR CLIN – 3001AA THUR 3002AB

OPTION YEAR FOUR 01 MARCH 2025 THROUGH 28 FEBRUARY 2026

TOTAL UNIT

UNIT

PRICE

PRICE

4001AA Refuse Collection and Disposal FRM 12 MNTH 4001AB Refuse Collection and Disposal REC 12 MNTH

Granger Lake Refuse Collection and Disposal

TOTAL UNIT

UNIT

PRICE

PRICE

4002AA Refuse Collection and Disposal FRM 12 MNTH 4002AB Refuse Collection and Disposal REC 12 MNTH

TOTAL AMOUNT FOR CLIN – 4001AA THUR 4002AB

OPTION 5- (6) MONTH PERIOD 01 MARCH 2026 THROUGH 25 AUGUST 2026

TOTAL UNIT

UNIT

PRICE

PRICE

5001AA Refuse Collection and Disposal FRM 6 MNTH 5001AB Refuse Collection and Disposal REC 6 MNTH

Granger Lake Refuse Collection and Disposal

CLIN #

DESCRIPTION

Refuse and Disposal

TOTAL UNIT

UNIT

PRICE

PRICE

5002AA Refuse Collection and Disposal FRM 6 MNTH 5002AB Refuse Collection and Disposal REC 6 MNTH

TOTAL AMOUNT FOR CLIN – 5001AA THUR 5002AB

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)

Bulk Refuse Receptacle (BRR) Collection and Disposal Services

Capital Region Georgetown and Granger Lakes

1. GENERAL: This is a non-personal services contract to provide BRR collection and disposal services at various parks and locations at Georgetown and Granger Lakes. The Government shall not exercise any supervision or control over the contract service providers performing the services herein. Such contract service providers shall be accountable solely to the Contractor who, in turn is responsible to the Government.

1.1 Description of Services/Introduction: The Contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, materials, supervision, and other items and non-personal services necessary to perform BRR collection and disposal services as defined in this Performance Work Statement except for those items specified as Government furnished property and services. The Contractor shall perform to the standards in this contract.

1.1.1 Definitions:

(a) Contractor: Company structure, including all partners, officers and employees with interest in this contract.

(b) Government: Government of the United States of America.

(c) Contracting Officer (KO): Person executing this contract on behalf of the Government.

(d) Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR): If applicable, the (COR) will be identified by separate letter. The COR monitors all technical aspects of the contract and assists in contract administration. The COR is authorized to perform the following functions: assure that the Contractor performs the technical requirements of the contract: perform inspections necessary in connection with contract performance:

maintain written and oral communications with the Contractor concerning technical aspects of the contract: issue written interpretations of technical requirements;

including Government drawings, designs, specifications: monitor Contractor’s performance and notifies both the Contracting Officer and Contractor of any deficiencies; coordinate availability of Government furnished property, and provide site entry of Contractor personnel. A letter of designation issued to the COR, a copy of which is sent to the Contractor, states the responsibilities and limitations of the COR, especially with regard to changes in cost or price, estimates or changes in delivery dates. The COR is not authorized to change any of the terms and conditions of the contract.

(e) Designated Individual (DI): Person designated in writing by Capital Regional Office Operations Project Manager to monitor and act as liaison with the Contractor.

(f) Safety Manual: EM 385-1-1, Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements

Manual, current edition available at pre-work meeting.

(g) Performance Standard: Describes the desired results that are to be achieved.

(h) Quality Control: Action taken by the Contractor and/or their personnel to document, inspect and control performance of services to insure specifications and requirements of this PWS are met.

(i) Quality Assurance: Action taken by the Government to insure the Contractor's quality control system is functioning and effective and that the Contractor is providing services which are in accordance with this PWS.

(j) Quality Assurance Representative (QAR): Person designated by the Lake Manager to perform Quality Assurance Inspections, review invoices, and perform strict contract oversight. The QAR does not have authority to change any terms of the contract.

(k) Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP): Plan developed by the Government depicting means Quality Assurance will be controlled.

(l) Contract Discrepancy Report (CDR): Written record of unsatisfactory performance by the Contractor as observed by the Quality Assurance Representative, issued to the Contractor when the performance threshold does not meet the minimum requirements.

1.1.2 Basic Requirements: The following requirements for submitting a quote and receiving an award are now mandatory for conducting business with the DOD Government.

1.1.3 All offerors are required to obtain a Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) number by visiting www.dnb.com.

1.1.4 All prospective Contractors must be registered in System for Award Management (SAM) database prior to any award resulting from this solicitation. If at time of award, Contractor is not registered, award will be made to the next successful “registered” offer. Registration may be accomplished via the internet at www.sam.gov.

1.1.5 All payments shall be made by Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) or “direct deposit”.

1.1.6 Permits: The Contractor will, without additional expense to the Government, be responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses, permits, and letters of certification. The Contractor will comply with any applicable Federal, State, County, and Municipal laws, codes, and regulations in connection with the performance of the work specified under this contract.

1.1.7 Veterans Employment Emphasis: In addition to complying with the requirements outlined in FAR Part 22.13, FAR Provision 52.222-38, FAR Clause 52.222-35, FAR Clause 52.222-37, DFARS 222.13 and Department of Labor regulations, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Contractors and subcontractors at all tiers are encouraged to promote the training and employment of U.S. veterans while performing under a USACE contract. While no set-aside, evaluation preference, or incentive applies to the solicitation or performance under the resultant contract, USACE Contractors are encouraged to seek out highly qualified veterans to perform services under this contract. The following resources are available to assist USACE Contractors in their outreach efforts: U.S. Department of Labor Veterans employment, www.vets.gov/ Federal veteran employment information , www.fedshirevets.gov/index.aspx Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (VETS) , http://www.dol.gov/vets/ Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) Program , http://benefits.va.gov/vow/ U.S. Army Warrior Transition Command Employment Index , wtc.army.mil/modules/employers/index.html Hiring Our Heroes initiative , www.uschamberfoundation.org/hiring-our-heroes Guide to Hiring Veterans , www.whitehouse.gov/sites/default/files/docs/white_house_business_counc il_-_guide_to_hiring_veterans_0.pdf

1.2. Scope: The Contractor shall accomplish BRR collection and disposal services at Georgetown and Granger Lakes. Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, supplies, tools, parts, transportation, permits and equipment necessary for the above task (reference Attachment 3- Frequencies & Tabulations Schedules and Attachment 4 –Supportive Documentation for Bid Schedule).

1.2.1 BRR Collection and Disposal Requirements:

1.2.1.1 BRR Service: BRR service shall be performed by thoroughly emptying all contents within all BRR on the days specified in the Attachment 3/Frequencies & Tabulations Schedules and in accordance with the approved work schedule. There are no restrictions on the volume, type or the source of the refuse.

Upon completion, each BRR shall be fully emptied and grounds within twenty (20) foot area around shall be free of refuse. After emptying, each BRR shall be replaced in its designated location. Burning of refuse in the BRR will not be permitted. In addition to the regularly scheduled service dates, additional service may be required during the Memorial Day and Independence Day holidays on all refuse receptacles unless otherwise specified by the Government Representative. Unscheduled service may be required throughout the year and should be charged according to the awarded bid schedule price associated with line item “Unschuduled refuse service”. In an uncontrollable circumstance such as a flood, construction, vehicle blocking BRR or other, the contractor may not be able to service the BRR. If such occasion occurs, the contractor will be notified prior to service (if possible) and the contractor shall not invoice or receive payment for services not provided.

1.2.1.2 BRR: The Contractor shall furnish BRR manufactured to meet the current applicable standards of Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Chapter 330, “Municipal Solid Waste”. BRR shall be a minimum capacity of two (2) cubic yards and a maximum of 3 (three) cubic yards, built to industry standards and painted a uniform color. Each BRR shall be equipped with lids that can be easily opened. The lids shall be gravity “self” closing. No casters shall be allowed. The BRR shall not leak and be painted initially before being placed in service. The Contractor shall submit paint color charts to the Government for selection prior to placement of BRR. A specifications sheet and supply vendor showing the type of BRR proposed for use shall be submitted with Contractor’s bid. The Contractor shall provide at the pre work conference a schedule of delivery for the BRRs to each park. The Contractor shall retain ownership of the BRR upon completion of this contract and shall remove the property from the Government facility at the end of the contract. Use of the BRR is reserved for refuse generated by the public utilizing recreational areas, Government itself or by persons specifically authorized by the Government. The Contractor shall not utilize the BRR for Contractor’s own use or in order to fulfill any of the requirements for disposal of large non-compactable items or special waste.

1.2.1.3 BRR Numbering: All BRR shall be numerically marked by the Contractor on front with numbers that are visible from a minimum distance of 50 feet. The numbering system to be used will be determined by the Government. The total number of BRRs for each area is identified in Attachment 3 Frequencies & Tabulations Schedules.

1.2.1.4 BRR Locations: BRR shall be placed at locations designated by the Government. These locations will be either marked on the ground or located on maps that will be given to the Contractor at the pre-work conference. During periods of rising water and/or flooding, Contractor shall monitor lake level fluctuations and shall move low lying BRR which are in danger of submersion to higher ground at locations mutually agreed upon with the Government. Due to customer needs, the Contractor may be requested by the COR to relocate a BRR in the park on an infrequent basis.

1.2.1.5 BRR Maintenance: All BRR shall be clean and odor free prior to being placed in service.

The Contractor shall be responsible for all maintenance and repair of all damages to BRR and repainting, as necessary, to maintain a satisfactory appearance. All BRR shall be maintained in condition equal to or better than when initially accepted by the COR for duration of the contract. All stolen, burned, or damaged BRR are the responsibility of the Contractor and shall be replaced, repainted or repaired within three (3) days after such damage is observed. No major repairs or repainting of BRR shall be performed on Government Property.

1.2.1.6 BRR Disposal Trucks: The type (front load/side load/other) of BRR truck(s) to be used under this contract must be submitted with the bid. Trucks shall be designed to facilitate BRR collection.

The use of flotation type front tires is required. The manufacture, maintenance and operation of BRR trucks shall meet the current applicable standards of Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Chapter 330, “Municipal Solid Waste”. All vehicles shall not leak waste, liquid waste, hydraulic fluid or other fluids.

Failure to prevent leaks shall result in the removal of equipment from Government property. The Contractor will be responsible for cleaning up any hydraulic oil, motor oil, fuel or other spills resulting from their operation. All equipment shall be subject to inspection and approval by the Government at any time.

1.2.1.7 Equipment: The Contractor shall utilize equipment that equals or exceeds the quantity and quality set forth in this contract and as approved by the Government for award of the contract. If the Contractor demonstrates that the requirements of this contract can be met with less equipment or a different kind of equipment after work commences, the amount and/or type of equipment may be modified upon written approval of the KO. If the Contractor is unable to accomplish work in accordance with the requirements of this contract within the times specified, Contractor shall immediately obtain additional equipment necessary to fulfill the requirements of this contract.

1.2.1.8 Condition of Equipment: All equipment used to perform work under this contract must be in good operating and mechanical condition and comply with the EM 385-1-1, Safety Manual. A regular schedule of preventive maintenance must be followed on all equipment as per the manufactures recommendations. All maintenance shall be conducted off Government property. Contractor shall insure leaking and unsafe equipment is repaired immediately and shall be responsible for containment and clean-up of leaks. Contractor shall remove, dispose and replace contaminated soils resulting from leaks or spills in accordance with Federal, State, County and Municipal laws, codes and regulations.

1.2.1.9 Safety Inspections: Prior to work commencement, all equipment shall be inspected by the

Government to ensure compliance with Section 18 of the EM 385-1-1, Safety Manual. Contractor shall present all equipment to the Government for inspection when mobilized to the lake. Contractor shall notify the Government at least two (2) days prior to bringing equipment on-site so that the time and place of these inspections may be scheduled. The Government may inspect equipment at any time it is operated on Government Property. Any equipment found deficient shall be taken out of service immediately until faulty conditions have been corrected and passed by the Government. No such removal will reduce the Contractor's obligation to perform all work required within the time scheduled under this contract. This requirement shall not be made the basis of any claim for compensation or damages against the United States or any of its officers or agents.

1.2.1.10 Vehicles: All vehicles, including Contractor and any Subcontractors, utilized under this contract shall be presentable, serviceable and shall comply with insurance and safety standards as required by the State of Texas. Vehicles shall be identified with company name or logo conspicuously displayed on door panels. Professionally prepared hand-lettering, magnetic signs or pressure sensitive decals shall be used.

1.2.1.11 Regulations and Permits: All current County, State, and Federal rules and regulations governing sanitary standards of drinking water, protection of public water sources and solid waste disposal shall be met and maintained throughout the performance of the work specified under this contract. All refuse and wastewater collected by the Contractor must be removed from Government Property and disposed of in private or public disposal areas at the Contractor's expense. The Contractor must make all the necessary arrangements, obtain permits required and make all payments for use of the disposal areas.

The Contractor must furnish the Government a letter from the owner of the disposal facility that the Contractor proposes to use stating that the Contractor is authorized to use the disposal facility and that the facility is licensed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. If the proposed disposal area is not presently being utilized as a State authorized City or County garbage disposal area, the Contractor must furnish the Government a letter from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality approving the area for disposal. This approval will be required even if the Contractor owns the land. If fees are charged for use of the disposal area, the Contractor shall furnish to the Government, on a monthly basis, copies of all receipts for fees paid.

1.2.1.12 Cleaning: All bulk refuse receptacles shall be clean and odor free prior to being placed in service. Additional cleaning shall be performed annually during the month of June. The Contractor shall be allowed no more than thirty (30) days to accomplish this task. Both interior and exterior surfaces will be cleaned and odor free. BRR may not be cleaned in place, but must be removed from Government property and cleaned at a facility capable of the proper disposal of all residue from cleaning operations. A schedule is required for when and which dumpsters will be moved off Government property for cleaning and returned to the proper location.

1.2.1.13 Deodorizer and Insecticide Application: The Contractor shall apply a Government-approved deodorizer and insecticide on the months specified in the Attachment 3/Frequencies & Tabulations Schedules to each BRR on a normal scheduled refuse disposal service date as determined by Government. Deodorizers and insecticides shall not be applied on the same dates so as to maximize effectiveness of both applications, unless Contractor provides manufacturer’s documentation that same day application, or use of a single product, is equally effective as a deodorizer and insecticide. Deodorizing shall result in BRR with no foul odors. Insecticide shall target insect species typical found within untreated BRR and promptly kill insects present and retain a residual effect. Insecticide must be applied by a State of Texas licensed and certified applicator.

1.2.1.14 Hazardous Waste, Government-Generated: The Government may generate small amounts of hazardous waste at the offices, which includes the office and maintenance area. Because of the small amount of hazardous wastes being generated, the Corps of Engineers qualifies as a Conditionally Exempt Small Quantity Generator (CESQG). As a CESQG, the small amount of hazardous waste being generated may be accepted at a Type I municipal solid waste site, provided the amount of waste does not exceed 220 pounds (100 kilograms) per month, and provided the landfill owner/operator is willing to accept the waste.

The Contractor shall dispose of the small quantities of municipal hazardous waste and it shall be the Contractor’s responsibility to verify if the proposed disposal area/landfill is willing to accept these small quantities of municipal hazardous waste. The Contractor will be notified seventy-two (72) hours prior to each required removal as to the amount and type of waste involved.

1.2.1.15 Hazardous/Special Waste, Public-Generated: Trash cans and BRR in public use areas will very infrequently contain hazardous/special wastes as defined by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. Examples of such wastes include but are not limited to used oil filters, tires, lead acid batteries, paint cans and/or dead animals. Contractor shall dispose of such waste found inside and/or adjacent to BRR in accordance with Federal, State, County and Municipal laws, codes and regulations.

1.2.1.16 Chemical Spills and Hazardous Waste Notification: The Contractor shall immediately notify the lake office of any chemical spills or hazardous waste encountered on Government Property. The Contractor shall take all precautions to prevent any spillage of waste materials. In the event of spillage, the Contractor shall ensure all waste material is removed and that no residue remains after the site has been cleaned. The Contractor shall notify the COR within 24 hours of any spillage which exceeds a quantity that would be expected to occur during normal operations.

1.2.1.17 Performance Standard: BRR shall be maintained in condition as stated in Paragraph

1.2.1.5 and all refuse contained within BRR shall be disposed in accordance to Frequency Schedule.

During BRR service, any spilled debris shall be removed from Government property.

1.3 Sustainability Requirements:

1.3.1 The Contractor shall meet the recycled content requirements set forth by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and shall make maximum use of products containing recovered materials that are EPA-designated items unless the product cannot be acquired;

(1) Competitively within a timeframe providing for compliance with the contract performance schedule;

(2) Meeting contract performance requirements; or

(3) At a reasonable price.

Information about this requirement is available at EPA’s Comprehensive Procurement Guidelines web site, https://www.epa.gov/smm/comprehensive-procurement-guideline-cpg-program. The list of EPA-designated items is available at https://www.epa.gov/smm/comprehensive-procurement-guideline-cpg-program#products. Items may include, but are not limited to the following products used on-site in execution of this contract: Deodorizers, cleaning supplies, et cetera.

1.3.2 The Contractor shall meet the BioPrefered Program requirements set forth by the USDA at https://www.biopreferred.gov/BioPreferred/faces/Welcome.xhtml. The list of USDA-designated product categories may be found at https://www.biopreferred.gov/BioPreferred/faces/catalog/Catalog.xhtml#.

Items may include, but are not limited to the following products used on-site in execution of this contract:

Cleaning supplies, deodorizers, et cetera.

1.3.3 As required by the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act of 1976 (42 U.S.C. 6962(c)(3)(A)(i)), the offeror certifies, by signing this offer, that the percentage of recovered materials content for EPA-designated items to be delivered or used in the performance of the contract will be at least the amount required by the applicable contract specifications or other contractual requirements.

1.3.4 References: FAR Provision 52.223-1 – Biobased Product Certification, FAR Clause 52.223-2 – Affirmative Procurement of Biobased Products Under Service and Construction Contracts, FAR Provision 52.223-4 – Recovered Material Certification, FAR Clause 52.223-9 – Estimate of Percentage of Recovered Material Content for EPA-Designated Items, and FAR Clause 52.223-17 – Affirmative Procurement of EPA-Designated Items in Service and Construction Contracts.

1.4 Period of Performance: Contract period of performance (base year) shall be 13 April 2021 or award through 28 February 2022 with four– one-year options (01 March 2022-28 February 2023; 01 March 2023 – 28 February 2024; 01 March 2024-28 Februruary 2025, and 01 March 2025-28 February 2026) and one- six-month option (01 March 2026-25 August 2026) for a possible contract end date of 25 August 2026.

1.5 General Information

1.5.1 Quality Control: The Contractor shall develop and maintain an effective quality control program to ensure services are performed in accordance with this PWS. The Contractor shall develop and implement procedures to identify, prevent, and ensure non-recurrence of defective services. The Contractor’s Quality Control (QC) program is the means by which he assures himself that his work complies with the requirement of the contract. The Quality Control Plan (QCP) will be submitted to the COR at the pre-work conference for review. After acceptance of the QCP the Contractor shall receive the Contracting Officer’s acceptance in writing for any proposed change to his QC system. The Contractor shall submit to the COR a daily Quality Control report for each day that services are performed. After acceptance of the quality control plan the Contractor shall receive the Contracting Officer’s acceptance in writing of any proposed change to his QC system.

1.5.2 Quality Assurance: The Government shall evaluate the Contractor’s performance under this contract in accordance with the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan. This plan is primarily focused on what the Government must do to ensure that the Contractor has performed in accordance with the performance standards. It defines how the performance standards will be applied, the frequency of surveillance, and the minimum acceptable defect rate(s). The Lake Manager will designate a Quality Assurance Representative (QAR) who will perform Quality Assurance Inspections, review invoices, and perform strict contract oversight. Any deficiencies will be annotated on the Contractor’s Deficiency Report (CDR). The QAR does not have authority to change any terms of the contract.

1.5.3 Government Holidays: All BRR collection and disposal services shall be performed on Government Holiday if holiday falls on a scheduled service date.

New Year’s Day Labor Day Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday Columbus Day President’s Day Veteran’s Day Memorial Day Thanksgiving Day

Independence Day Christmas Day

1.5.4 Hours of Operation: Work hours shall be 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM on the scheduled service days at park locations. Lake Office operational hours shall be between 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM on the scheduled service day (except on Government Holidays).

1.5.5 Place of Performance: The work to be performed under this contract will be performed at Georgetown and Granger Lakes (Williamson County, Texas).

1.5.6 Type of Contract: The Government will award a firm-fixed price contract.

1.5.7 Security Requirements:

1.5.7.1 Physical Security: The Contractor shall be responsible for safeguarding all Government equipment, information and property provided for Contractor use. At the close of each work period, Government facilities, equipment, and materials shall be secured.

1.5.7.2 Key Control: The Contractor shall establish and implement methods of making sure all keys/key cards issued to the Contractor by the Government are not lost or misplaced and are not used by unauthorized persons. NOTE: All references to keys include key cards. No keys issued to the Contractor by the Government shall be duplicated. The Contractor shall develop procedures covering key control that shall be included in the Quality Control Plan.