DRAFT SOW_Cascade ID-West Mountain Road Construction.pdf

Request for Proposal, French Hazard WUI Project Road Improvements

Boise National Forest, Cascade, ID 1282B123*****

SECTION C – DESCRIPTION / SPECIFICATION / STATEMENT OF WORK

C.1 Scope of Contract The French Hazard WUI Project area lies along the eastern slope of West Mountain near Cascade, Idaho. The surrounding communities are listed in the National Fire Plan (USDA 2000) as communities at risk from wildfire. The West Mountain Geographic area has been identified as a community at risk under the Valley County wildland fire mitigation plan. The Boise NF has determined the West Mountain Geographic area meets the definition of an at-risk community as defined in the HFRA.

The project requires road construction and reconstruction to facilitate future vegetation and prescribed fire treatment activities within and adjacent to the project area. The new road (435A8) is approximately 2.2 miles long, Operational Maintenance Level (ML) 2, closed to public motorized use and open to administrative use only. Additionally, road reconstruction will occur on approximately 12 miles of system roads (Roads 435, 435A, 435G, 438, 438B, 438C, and 438D).

The work shall consist of but is not limited to: soil erosion and sediment control, clearing and grubbing, decking merchantable logs, removing and installing corrugated metal pipes, roadway excavation and embankment, borrow excavation, linear grading, aggregate and riprap, roadway reconditioning, rock removal (blasting or other methods), road reconditioning, road aggregate resurfacing, application of seed mix and mulch, installation of gates, and cleanup.

The contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, tools, transportation, and supplies and shall perform all work required to complete the project as shown on the plans, shown on the manufacturer’s shop drawings, and as described in the Standard Specifications (FP-14) and Forest Service Supplemental Specifications (FSSS).

C.2 Project location The project site is located on the Cascade Ranger District, Boise National Forest, Boise County, Idaho on National Forest System Roads (NFSR) 435, 435A, 435A8 (new), 435G, 438, 438B, 438C, and 438D. Project location can also be defined as occurring in Townships 13 and 14 North, Range 3 East, spanning multiple sections. The project site can be reached from Boise, Idaho by taking Highway 55 North for approximately 78 miles to the junction of Lakeshore Drive. From there, head approximately 5 miles southwest to the junction with Forest Road 422 (West Mountain Road). All project roads are located off Forest Road 422 (West Mountain Road).

C.3 List of Specifications The Standard Specifications for this project are contained within the “Standard Specifications for Construction of Roads and Bridges on Federal Highway Projects” FP-14 U.S. Customary Units. Copies of this document are available on-line only at the Federal Highway Administration web site at https://highways.dot.gov/federallands/specs in either Microsoft Word .doc or Adobe Acrobat .pdf format.

Supplemental Project Specifications included in full text in Section J of the contract amend, supplement, or replace the Standard Specifications.

Standard Specifications (FP-14) and Forest Service Supplemental Specifications (FSSS) contained in the following list are applicable to this contract. All specifications not included in the specification listing but referenced by listed specifications are applicable.

https://highways.dot.gov/federal-lands/specs https://highways.dot.gov/federal-lands/specs https://highways.dot.gov/federal-lands/specs

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FSSS 101 Terms, Format, and Definitions FSSS 102 Bid, Award, and Execution of Contract FSSS 103 Scope of Work FSSS 104 Control of Work FSSS 105 Control of Material FSSS 106 Acceptance of Work FSSS 107 Legal Relations and Responsibility To the Public FSSS 108 Prosecution and Progress FSSS 109 Measurement and Payment FSSS 152 Construction Survey and Staking FSSS 155 Schedules for Construction Contracts FSSS 156 Public Traffic FSSS 157 Soil Erosion Control FSSS 171 Weed Prevention FSSS 201 Clearing and Grubbing FSSS 203 Removal of Structures and Obstructions FSSS 204 Excavation and Embankment FSSS 205 Rock Blasting FSSS 212 Linear Grading FSSS 302 Minor Crushed Aggregate FSSS 303 Road Reconditioning FSSS 602 Culverts and Drains FSSS 619 Fences, Gates, Cattle Guards and Bollard Posts FSSS 625 Turf Establishment FSSS 650 Road Closure Devices

NOTE: Carefully review the Standard and Supplemental Project Specifications prior to submission quote. All specifications in the “Standard Specifications for Construction of Roads and Bridges on Federal Highway Projects” FP-14 U.S. Customary Units are binding on the parties signing the contract, including any that may be omitted above.

C.5 Attachments to Statement of Work/Specifications (FEB 1988)

The attachments to the Statement of Work/Specifications listed in Section J are hereby made part of this solicitation and any resultant contract.

C.6 Technical Requirements Specific construction drawings and Supplemental Project Specifications are included in Section J. All items shown or noted on plans, which are not specifically bid items, are considered indirect payment items, per FP-14, Section 109.05(b). The cost of furnishing and installing all indirect payment items will not be paid for separately but shall be included in the unit price bid for other items unless noted otherwise.

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C.7 Order of Precedence - Construction Any inconsistency in this solicitation or contract shall be resolved by giving precedence in the following order:

(1) Schedule

(2) Representations and other instructions

(3) Contract clauses

(4) Other documents, exhibits, and attachments

(5) Forest Service Supplemental Specifications (FSSS)

(6) Standard Specifications (FP-14)

(7) (a) Plans, figured dimensions over scaled dimensions

(b) Plans, large scale contract plans over small-scale contract plans

(c) Schedules on contract plans over any conflicting notations on contract plans

(8) Shop drawings

Period of Performance: 10 days after contract award, ALL WORK INCLUDING CLEAN UP MUST BE

COMPLETED BY NOVEMBER 1, 2024.

Project roads are used to access recreation, commercial, and administrative activities. Some roads may be closed to public use after completion.

SECTION D – PACKAGING AND MARKING

(For this Solicitation, there are No clauses in this Section)

SECTION E – INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this address: www.arnet.gov/far/.

FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION (48 CFR CHAPTER 1) CLAUSES

52.246-12 Inspection of Construction (AUG 1996)

Inspection and Acceptance http://www.arnet.gov/far/

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Periodic field inspections will be made by the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) or the COR's designated Inspector. Work not completed to contract standards shall be rejected and reworked without additional compensation to the Contractor.

SECTION F – DELIVERIES OR PERFORMANCE

Clauses Incorporated by Reference (FEB 1998)

This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this address: www.arnet.gov/far/.

FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION (48 CFR CHAPTER 1) CLAUSES

52.242-14 Suspension of Work (APR 1984)

Commencement, Prosecution, and Completion of Work (APR 1984) Alternate I (APR 1984)

The Contractor shall be required to (a) commence work under this contract within 10 calendar days after the date the Contractor receives the Notice to Proceed, (b) prosecute the work diligently, and (c) complete the entire work ready for use within the contract time stated below. The time stated for completion shall include final cleanup of the premises.

SECTION G – CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION DATA

G.1 Government Furnished Property

No other government furnished property.

G.2 Measurement Units of measurement shall be as indicated in the Schedules of Items.

SECTION H -SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

H1. Blasting Government anticipates some level of rock blasting will be required between on the 435A8 road (new construction segment). Rock excavation will be paid for according to Line Item 204.01 (Roadway Excavation and Embankment). There will no separate payment for rock blasting.

Boise National Forest, Cascade, ID 1282B123*****

The Safe Explosives Act is now in effect. The legislation is in 2 parts and contains 5 major provisions.

Effective January 24, 2003, is a “prohibited persons categories.” Effective May 24, 2003, includes requirements for Federal licensing, more thorough ATF background checks, and storage inspections. The law affects all current Federal explosives licensees and permittees, responsible persons, and employees authorized by those licensees and permittees to possess explosives in the course of their employment. It also affects anyone who wishes to receive or possess explosives in interstate or intrastate commerce. For licensing and further information, please call the National Processing Center (404) 417-2750.

Contractor shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations relating to explosives storage, transportation, and use, including the Safe Explosives Act of 2002. This act contains federal licensing and permitting requirements along with an expanded list of persons prohibited from possessing explosives. For permits and further information, please call the ATFE National Processing Center (404) 417-2750.

Reference: “Standard Specifications for Construction of Roads and Bridges on Federal Highway Projects, FP14,” Section 205, Rock Blasting, and the "Forest Service Supplemental Specifications, FSSS.”

Additional Documentation (FS will supply forms to fill out):

(8) Blasting Contractor Info

(9) U.S. Forest Service Contract Blasting Guide (pdf)

(10) Operating Plan Considerations

(11) Post Blast Report

See Contract Blasting instructions attached in J.5.

H2. Work Restrictions Contractor shall notify COR a minimum of 14 days prior to starting new road construction route to allow forest service to coordinate resource surveys.

H3. Traffic Control N/A

H4. Pumps All pumps used for drafting must be outfitted with a suction screen that has a maximum opening size of 3/32”.

Locate water drafting sites at a location approved by the CO.

H5. Drafting Site Access Drafting may occur at sites preapproved by the COR

H.6 Storage of fuel and other toxicants within Riparian Conservation Areas (RCA – within 300 feet of live stream) Storage of fuel and other toxicants within Riparian Conservation Areas (RCA – within 300 feet of live streams) is prohibited. Refueling of equipment may be done within the RCA only at locations approved by the

Boise National Forest, Cascade, ID 1282B123*****

Contracting Officer. A Spill Prevention & Containment Plan is required and shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer for approval prior to beginning construction. A sample plan form is available and can be obtained at the Pre-Work Meeting. A spill containment kit shall be available on site that is to accommodate potential spills from the equipment used during construction.

H.7 Construction and Earthmoving Activities

• Conduct excavation with minimal impact to any active stream channels. Store excavated material in designated stockpile areas.

• Cross streams with equipment only at dewatered areas, on temporary bridges, or at designated temporary crossings.

• Store equipment in approved staging areas when not in use. Cease all operations in the event of local precipitation events or high flows, except efforts to minimize storm damage or excessive erosion.

• Provide certified weed free erosion control materials in order to prevent the spread of noxious weeds.

SECTION J – LIST OF ATTACHMENTS

Attachment 1. Specifications

Attachment 2. Supplemental Specifications

Plan Sheets, Fire Precautions, Blast Plan, Blast Example, Blast Contractor Form

Attachment 3. IDIQ Specifications, Wage Determination