C04a_Attachment 1 - Statment of Work.pdf

Statement of Work (SOW) Service Contract – Hazard Tree Removal

Fullerton Lake Recreation Area Calcasieu Ranger District, Vernon Unit

Kisatchie National Forest March 25, 2026

1. General Requirements

The Contractor shall supply all material, labor, tools, equipment, cranes, vehicles, supplies, incidentals, supervision, and safety measures necessary to complete the project in accordance with this Statement of Work.

All work shall be performed in accordance with applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards and the requirements outlined in this document.

The Forest Service may supply, upon request:

Specialized measurement tools (e.g., survey-grade GPS, total stations, auto-levels) for field verification

A tablet and/or laptop for contractor reporting purposes

The Forest Service shall provide all necessary administrative documents required for contract execution and compliance, including but not limited to:

Contract Daily Diaries Notices of Non-Compliance Other required contract documentation

2. Scope of Work

The Contractor shall furnish all labor, equipment, supervision, transportation, and incidentals necessary to identify, fell, remove, and dispose of designated hazard trees within approximately 65 acres of the Fullerton Lake Recreation Area.

Hazard trees include:

Downed dead trees Standing dead trees Structurally compromised live trees identified as hazards

All delineated hazard trees within the developed recreation footprint—including campgrounds, parking areas, road corridors, trails, and day-use areas—shall be mitigated to restore safe public access and administrative functionality following storm damage.

Work includes:

Felling and removal of hazard trees Limbing, bucking, and site cleanup Hauling and disposal of woody debris to a designated gravel pit located approximately 8.5 miles from the site Stump grinding within the footprint of the campground

The intent of this contract is to eliminate known hazardous conditions. Upon completion, the site shall be safe for public use and free of hazard trees within the defined project area.

3. Location

Work will occur at the Fullerton Lake Recreation Area on the Calcasieu Ranger District, Kisatchie National Forest near state route LA-399.

Project boundaries will be identified by maps and/or flagging provided by the Forest Service. The Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) will verify work limits prior to commencement.

4. Hours of Work and Site Conditions

Work shall be performed between the hours of 0630 and 1730, Monday through Friday, unless otherwise approved by the COR.

Site conditions include:

No potable water available No toilet facilities available No electrical power available

The Contractor is responsible for providing all necessary support to safely perform the work under these conditions.

5. Technical Requirements

5.1 Hazard Tree Identification

Trees designated for removal will be marked or otherwise identified by the Forest Service.

If additional hazard trees are identified during operations, the Contractor shall notify the COR for approval prior to removal.

5.2 Tree Felling and Processing

All felling operations shall be conducted in a safe and controlled manner.

Care shall be taken to avoid unnecessary damage to infrastructure, improvements, and vegetation not designated for removal.

Trees shall be felled, limbed, and bucked as necessary for safe handling and transport.

All slash and debris shall be removed from the developed recreation footprint unless otherwise directed.

5.3 Hauling and Disposal

All woody material shall be transported to and disposed of at a designated gravel pit located approximately 8.5 miles from the project site.

Material shall be disposed of in a manner that does not create additional hazards or environmental damage.

No debris shall be left within the recreation site unless approved by the COR.

5.4 Stump Treatment

Stumps designated for treatment will be marked or otherwise identified by the Forest Service.

All stumps within the developed recreation footprint shall be ground to flush with grade (not to exceed 2 inches above surrounding ground surface).

Grindings shall be spread, removed, or otherwise treated as directed by the COR.

Final conditions shall not present tripping hazards or impede site usability.

6. Safety Requirements

The Contractor shall comply with all applicable Federal, State, and local safety regulations, including but not limited to:

29 CFR 1910 – Occupational Safety and Health Standards 29 CFR 1910.266 – Logging Operations Forest Service Manual (FSM 6700 – Safety and Health Program)

The Contractor shall:

Ensure all personnel are trained and qualified Utilize appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Establish and maintain safe work zones and exclusion areas Conduct daily Job Hazard Analyses (JHA) Protect the public, workers, and adjacent property at all times

7. Environmental Protection

Operations shall minimize disturbance to soil, water, and residual vegetation.

Equipment shall remain within designated work areas unless otherwise approved.

The Contractor shall prevent and control spills of fuel, oil, or hazardous materials and report any incidents immediately.

All work shall comply with applicable environmental regulations and Forest

Service direction.

8. Performance Standards

All designated hazard trees shall be removed or mitigated.

No hazard trees shall remain within striking distance of developed infrastructure or use areas.

The recreation site shall be left in a clean, safe, and usable condition.

No avoidable damage shall occur to roads, campsites, utilities, or other improvements.

All work shall meet applicable safety and technical requirements.

9. Inspection and Acceptance

The COR will monitor work progress and compliance.

The Contractor shall coordinate with the COR for required inspections.

Final acceptance will occur when:

o All hazard trees have been removed o Debris has been treated as specified o The site meets safety and usability standards

10. Measurement and Payment

Payment will be made as a single lump sum for completion of all work described in this contract.

The lump sum price shall include all costs for:

Labor Equipment Supervision Felling, limbing, and processing Hauling and disposal Stump grinding Site cleanup All incidentals necessary to complete the work

No separate payment will be made for any individual component of the work.

11. Period of Performance

Work shall be completed within 60 calendar days from Notice to Proceed (NTP), or as otherwise specified in the contract.

12. Products

Government-Furnished Property/Products: None Contractor-Furnished Property/Products: None

13. Locations

Calcasieu Ranger District 9912 Hwy 28 Boyce, LA 71409

14. Authorities and References

Forest Service Manual (FSM 2330 – Recreation Management) Forest Service Manual (FSM 6700 – Safety and Health Program) 29 CFR 1910 – Occupational Safety and Health Standards 29 CFR 1910.266 – Logging Operations 36 CFR 261.3 – Prohibitions

These authorities require the identification and mitigation of hazards within developed recreation sites to ensure safe conditions for public use and reduce agency liability.

15. Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR)

The COR will be designated by the Contracting Officer and is responsible for technical oversight, inspection, and acceptance of work. The COR does not have authority to modify contract terms.

16. Special Considerations

Work may occur in areas open to the public; the Contractor shall ensure public safety at all times.

Temporary closures or traffic control may be required.

Emergency access shall be maintained unless otherwise approved.

Figure 1: VICINITY MAP

Figure 2: PROJECT SITE VICINITY MAP

Project Area

SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

ITEM

# DESCRIPTION PAY

UNIT

ESTIMATED

QUANTITY

UNIT

COST

EXTENDED

COST

Hazard Tree Removal, Disposal, and Stump

Grinding - Fullerton Lake Recreation Area (includes all labor, equipment, felling, limbing, hauling, disposal, stump grinding, and site cleanup within approximately 65 acres)

LS 1

TOTAL ESTIMATED COST