Cape Canaveral chemicals sow.docx

STATEMENT OF WORK

FERTILIZERS AND CHEMICALS

CAPE CANAVERAL NATIONAL CEMETERY

5525 U.S. HWY 1 NORTH

MIMS, FL 32754

A. PRODUCT

The Contractor shall furnish all supervision, labor, equipment, materials and supplies necessary to provide quantities of fertilizers and chemicals as stated below to the Cape Canaveral National Cemetery. All fertilizers will be brand name or equal to in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Clause 52.211-6 and Veterans Affairs Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) Clause 852.211-73. Performance includes FOB Destination based upon the attached delivery schedule. Delivery will be scheduled and arranged with the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) for time.

Delivery shall be performed Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:30a.m. to 13:30 p.m. Alternate schedules may be requested through the (COR).

All fertilizers and chemicals shall be under a Firm/Fixed contract known as (C-Type). COR will schedule delivery dates with contractor upon contract being awarded. Dates may change due to weather and schedule of cemetery operations. All fertilizer and chemicals shall meet what is in the contract and verified upon delivery.

B. GENERAL REQUIREMENT:

Fertilizer – Based on current turf conditions and experience with the current product we are performing changes the fertilizer’s rates and compositions. All fertilizers containing Nitrogen must utilize Polyon as a slow-release mechanism and coating. Manufacturer must guarantee product composition. Fertilizer is subject to testing for quality control.

Chemicals – There will be a variety of product testing and development during this contract. As turf requirements change, so does our product requirements. Based on these factors we need a versatile chemical program to meet requirements.

C. DAMAGES CAUSED BY CONTRACTOR'S NEGLECT

In the event damages results to Cape Canaveral national Cemetery or to third parties due to neglect by the contractor, restitution will be required at no cost to the agency. Changes in schedule or delays of daily operation must not occur under any circumstances.

D. DELIVERY REQUIREMENTS

All work shall be performed between the hours of 7:30 am and 4:00 pm ET, Monday through Friday. Work performed during non-duty hours, weekends, and holidays, will be at the discretion of the COR.

The contractor agrees to phase all deliveries in such a manner as not to impact on or interfere with cemetery operations. The COR must be notified if any personal or Cape Canaveral National Cemetery property needs to be moved to avoid any damage while delivering supplies.

E. PERFORMANCE OF WORK ON CEMETERY GROUNDS

Conduct:

Cape Canaveral National Cemetery is a National Shrine. Personal appearance and conduct shall be professional and unobtrusive. Loud talking, boisterous behavior, or inappropriate language is prohibited. Smoking is not permitted while performing duties at the cemetery. Questions from cemetery visitors shall be politely referred or directed to cemetery office personnel.

The contractor will observe traffic, parking, directional signs, and regulations when using the cemetery's roadways. Vehicles shall not be driven off the paved roadways onto non-paved areas without first securing permission from the Cemetery Director or COR.

The contractor agrees to leave all work areas free of debris and in the same condition as before the work commenced. The contractor agrees to take all necessary precautions to protect the grounds, facility, and property as appropriate when performing work.

Use of Cemetery Facilities Any hazardous substance that is used and which is a standard practice within the cemetery industry must be handled, stored, and transferred in accordance with all OSHA, EPA, and DOT laws, regulations, and recommendations. Contractor will adhere to all local and federal safety standards.

Performance Ethics:

The Contractor shall be truthful regarding his/her services and qualifications and not make false promises or false claims in advertising. The Contractor shall be fair, honest, impartial, and act in good faith in dealing with the public. The Contractor shall strive to keep appointments and be on time.

Dress Code for Contractor Employees:

All employees will be dressed in contractor’s company uniform, which includes long/ short sleeved shirts, long pants, and shoes. Tee shirts, tank tops, shorts, and sandals are not acceptable. If caps are worn, they must have contractor logo on the cap, and/or be free of any message or design.

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