EF_SF_Coq_WQ_RFB_Final.pdf

Request for Bids for Construction:

The East Fork/South Fork Coquille River

Water Quality and Riparian Restoration Project

Requested by:

Coos Soil and Water Conservation District 379 N. Adams Street Coquille, OR 97423

June 25, 2026

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INVITATION TO BID

Notice is hereby given pursuant to this Request for Bids (“RFB”) that sealed bids (a “Bid”) for the East Fork (EF)/South Fork (SF) Coquille River Water Quality and Riparian Restoration Project (“Project”).

Funding for project implementation is foundationally based on grants from the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board and others. Funding is subject to specific project criteria, legal requirements, and timelines. Preferred start date for implementation is September 2026. However, implementation may not occur until approval is obtained from the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) and the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB).

Those receiving this RFB who wish to submit a Bid (in each case, a “Bidder”) shall furnish labor, materials and equipment necessary for completion of work in accordance with the specifications provided in the Bid Prospectus.

Bidders shall submit their proposal pursuant to the provisions of this solicitation. Bidders shall familiarize themselves with this entire solicitation document. All questions and comments about this solicitation shall be directed IN WRITING via email to Caley Sowers, Coos SWCD District Manager Email to: info@coosswcd.org

A contract(s) will be awarded for the work. The contract documents (including special provisions and specifications) are available at the Coos SWCD office, 379 N. Adams St., Coquille, OR 97423 or may be requested via email: info@coosswcd.org.

NOTE:

There is a mandatory

PRE-BID SITE VISIT

July 16th, 11 AM

Please RSVP by Contacting:

The Coos SWCD Office

541-396-6879/971-645-6634

Included in this Request for Bids (RFB) is:

Exhibit A: Bid Prospectus that includes project background, requirements for Bidders, proposal instructions, and required forms.

Exhibit B: Design Drawings and Maps mailto:info@coosswcd.org mailto:kmotley@coquillewatershed.org

Exhibit A:

BID PROSPECTUS

PROJECT LOCATION:

The Bid Package consists of three individual job sites. Bidders may submit proposals for one or more sites or for all sites. Billing will need to be separated by Job ID to comply with grant fund tracking requirements.

JOB 1. The Culbertson Site: Township: 28S Range: 11W Section: 30 Parcel No 400, 500, and 800 (43.11163, -124.06633) JOB 2. The Groves Site: Township: 28S Range: 11W Section: 28 Parcel No 400 (43.11056, -124.01939) JOB 3. The Brown Site: Township: 30S Range: 12W Section 34 Parcel No 600, and Township: 30S Range: 12W Section 03 Parcel No 300 (42.9237, -124.11687)

SITE TOUR:

July 16th, 11AM-4PM. We will meet at Coos SWCD Office at 379 North Adams St. in Coquille, then travel to each site.

DIRECTIONS TO Coos SWCD OFFICE:

From Coos Bay (~30 minutes)

1. Start in Coos Bay and get on OR-42 E heading toward Coquille.

2. Stay on OR-42 E for about 25 miles.

3. As you enter Coquille, continue straight through town.

4. Turn left onto N Adams St.

5. The Coos SWCD office will be on the right at 379 N Adams St.

APROXIMATE WORK START DATE: 09/01/2026.

COMPLETION DATE: November 15th, 2027.

SOLICITATION CLOSING DATE: July 24th, 2026, 4:00 PM

BID AWARD DATE: July 30, 2026

Bidders are solely responsible for ensuring that the Coos SWCD receives the proposal by the closing date.

Late bids will not be accepted. This Bid Document and accompanying attachments are available on the Coos SWCD website at www.coosswcd.org, and may be requested via email (info@coosswcd.org).

BID INSTRUCTIONS:

Bids shall be emailed, mailed or hand delivered to;

Caley Sowers Email: info@coosswcd.org (Please put Attention: Caley Sowers) Coos Soil and Water Conservation District c/o Caley Sowers

379 N. Adams St.

Coquille, OR. 97423

Bidders must clearly show the following information on the envelope in which their Bid is sent:

Name of Bidder RE: Bid for EF/SF Coquille River Water Quality and Riparian Restoration Project Bidder’s Address

NOTE: Statements made by Coos SWCD’s representatives at the conference will not be binding on association unless confirmed by written addendum.

Proposals shall include, at a minimum, the following items:

A. Bid Form in Exhibit A completed.

B. A work plan to accomplish the Project goals as described in the RFB, including a description of the work product, time estimates for each task, personnel to be assigned (where possible, individual staff members and titles should be provided), and costs, taking into account the proposed timeline for completion of the Work indicated in the RFB. Gant style charts of estimated work timelines are highly helpful, but not required.

C. A list of equipment with size expected to be on the project (Including proposed fire safety).

D. A written statement affirming your ability to undertake and complete specific phases of this work in a timely fashion from September 1, 2026 through on or before November 15, 2027.

E. A signed statement that you can and shall provide the Insurance requirements as specifically required for the project.

F. Bids must not contain any erasures, interlineations, or other corrections unless each such correction is suitably authenticated by affixing in the margin immediately opposite the correction the surname or surnames of the person or persons signing the Bid, in the named person’s own handwriting.

G. In order for a Bid to be considered responsive, it must contain all of the documents and information which are required by this RFB, with signatures and notarization as indicated, and it must: (i) not include any exclusions or qualifications and (ii) include additive, alternate, unit and lump sum costs as listed on the bid forms. (iii) Bid prices must (where applicable) be F.O.B. at the Site, with all transportation and handling charges paid by the Bidder.

PROJECT BACKGROUND:

The EF/SF Coquille Water Quality and Riparian Restoration Project seeks to enhance riparian function and water quality throughout the Coquille River watershed through control of non-native vegetation, exclusion of livestock from sensitive areas, facilitating restoration of native streamside vegetation to support coho salmon recovery and protect municipal drinking water sources. To achieve this, the Coos Soil and Water Conservation District (Coos SWCD) and the landowners’ families are collaborating with the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW), the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB), the United States Forest Service (USFS) and the Coquille Indian Tribe (CIT) to implement this work using a combination of state and federal grant funds.

SCOPE OF WORK:

Work shall include furnishing all labor, equipment, materials, transportation, supervision, and incidentals necessary to implement riparian restoration activities on three privately owned agricultural properties within the EF/SF Coquille River watersheds: the Culbertson, Groves, and Brown sites. Restoration implementation includes invasive vegetation removal, livestock exclusion fencing installation, off-channel livestock watering system installation where specified, and riparian planting using native trees and shrubs.

The Contractor shall furnish all materials and equipment necessary for installation of livestock exclusion fencing and off-channel watering systems. Native plant materials will be purchased and provided by Coos Soil and Water Conservation District (Coos SWCD). The Contractor shall be responsible for plant handling, staging, transportation to the site, and installation according to project specifications and direction from Coos SWCD staff.

All work shall be completed in accordance with the project maps, design drawings, and specifications provided in Exhibit B. The Contractor shall coordinate closely with Coos SWCD staff and participating landowners to schedule work, confirm site access, and ensure restoration activities are implemented in a manner that minimizes disturbance to streams, wetlands, pastureland, and existing infrastructure.

Subcontracting is allowed where appropriate; however, the Contractor shall be responsible for all subcontractor coordination, performance, and compliance with applicable project requirements. All proposed subcontractors shall be identified in the bid documents.

Job 1: Culbertson Site

• Remove invasive blackberry from ~8 acres along ~7,500 feet of riparian area.

• Install ~10,300 feet of livestock exclusion fencing.

• Install 2 off-channel livestock watering systems.

• Plant ~8 acres of native vegetation.

Job 2: Groves Site

• Remove invasive blackberry from ~9 acres along ~5,273 feet of riparian area.

• Install ~6,500 feet of livestock exclusion fencing.

• Install 3 off-channel livestock watering systems.

• Plant ~4 acres of native vegetation.

Job 3: Brown Site

• Remove invasive blackberry/underbrush from ~1.5 acres of riparian area.

• Install ~5,500 feet of livestock exclusion fencing.

• Plant ~6.5 acres of native vegetation

EQUIPMENT CHOICE:

Heavy equipment shall be commensurate with the project and operated in a manner that minimizes adverse effects to soils, vegetation, wetlands, and streambanks (e.g., minimally sized equipment, low-pressure tracks/tires, and minimal hard-turn paths for tracked vehicles). Contractors should use equipment appropriate for agricultural pasture and riparian restoration conditions. All equipment shall be cleaned and free from foreign materials and seed to prevent the spread of invasive species before being brought to the project site. Equipment shall be inspected for petroleum accumulations and leaks prior to site entry. If equipment is found to be leaking during project work, all activity shall immediately cease until mechanical issues are addressed.

Adjustments to work for weather conditions may be necessary to minimizing adverse soil effects of equipment. Equipment operation shall be limited to dry soil conditions whenever practicable to minimize soil compaction and rutting.

SITE ACCESSES:

Minimize the number of temporary access roads and travel paths to lessen soil disturbance and compaction and impacts to vegetation.

ROAD CLOSURES:

Hwy 242, Sitkum Ln, and Crosby Rd and shall remain open throughout the project; delays shall be kept to a minimum and not exceed 30 minutes at any one time. The Contractor shall be responsible for coordinating road use with other crews and traffic in the area and shall ensure adequate signage is used when needed including CB contact channel.

FIRE RESTRICTIONS:

The Contractor shall know and adhere to all fire rules and restrictions that apply to the project area, during implementation of the project. Contractor shall provide adequate tools and equipment to meet fire restriction requirements. Contractor shall be in default of contract should project be delayed due to lack of required fire equipment preventing work that could have otherwise been completed.

SPILL PLAN:

The Contractor shall have and be ready to deploy a spill kit in response to any leaks/spills of petroleum products or other contaminants. A spill plan and spill kits must be provided by the Contractor.

CULTURAL RESOURCES COMPLIANCE:

This project is subject to compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) and cultural resource requirements associated with funding from the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB). No ground-disturbing activities may begin until all required cultural resource review and approvals have been completed and written authorization has been provided by Coos Soil and Water Conservation District (Coos SWCD). Any ground-disturbing activities conducted prior to completion of the Section 106 review process are not eligible for reimbursement and may jeopardize project funding. Ground-disturbing activities include, but are not limited to, excavation, augering, trenching, fence post installation, heavy equipment operation, grading, vegetation grubbing, or any activity that disturbs soil.

Prior to beginning ground-disturbing work:

(i) A cultural resource inventory of the Area of Potential Effect (APE) must be completed by a qualified archaeological consultant. This is under an agreement to be completed by the Coquille Indian Tribe’s Cultural Resource department.

(ii) The inventory report must be reviewed and accepted by the OWEB Cultural Resources Specialist.

(iii) Coos SWCD must receive a written Notice to Proceed from OWEB authorizing ground-disturbing activities.

The Contractor acknowledges that Coos SWCD cannot reimburse invoices for ground-disturbing work completed prior to receiving required cultural resource clearance from OWEB and SHPO, where applicable.

INADVERTENT DISCOVERY PLAN:

An Inadvertent Discovery Plan will be provided for directions in case of uncovering cultural resources during ground disturbing activities.

WEAT TRAINING:

The Worker Environmental Awareness Training (WEAT) is a free online course required for all on-site personnel including grantee staff and contractors who will supervise or perform ground-disturbing activities (e.g., project managers, machine operators, reforestation workers, field technicians, loggers, and laborers). The training is a 22-minute video that describes the types of cultural resources that may be encountered during project implementation and the steps to take if this type of material is found.

Note: All hired contractors and associated staff will be required to complete the Worker Environmental Awareness Training (WEAT) training before beginning the project. Certificate(s) will need to be shared with the Coos Soil and Water Conservation District Project Manager.

STAGING:

Fueling and cleaning and inspection for petroleum products and invasive weeds A. All equipment used for instream work will be cleaned for petroleum accumulations, dirt, plant material (to prevent the spread of noxious weeds), and leaks repaired prior to entering the project area. Such equipment includes large machinery, stationary power equipment (e.g., generators, canes), and diesel or gas-powered equipment with tanks larger than five gallons.

B. Store and fuel equipment within designated staging areas.

C. Inspect daily for fluid leaks before leaving the vehicle staging area for operation.

D. Thoroughly clean equipment before operation below ordinary high water or within 50 feet of any natural water body or areas that drain directly to streams or wetlands and as often as necessary during operation to remain grease free.

Note: Equipment (e.g. excavators) that will perform In-Water work will be required to have biodegradable hydraulic fluid.

EXAMINATION OF SITE, BID DOCUMENTS, PERMITS, ETC.:

Before submitting a Bid, each Bidder shall be responsible for:

(iv) becoming fully acquainted with the site and the conditions relating to the work, in order to understand fully the facilities, difficulties, and restrictions attending the execution of the Work;

(ii) carefully examining each component of the Bid Documents and any other available supporting data, in order to become thoroughly familiar with all of the requirements; and

(iii) obtaining for itself, at its own cost and expense, copies of all agency and association guidelines and standards cited in the proposed Contract and necessary to perform the Work. No failure or omission of any Bidder to receive or examine any such information or to visit the Site and become acquainted with the conditions existing at the Site shall in any way relieve such Bidder from obligations with respect to its Bid, any Contract entered into with such Bidder, or the Work, and the submission of a Bid shall be taken as prima facie evidence of compliance by the submitting Bidder with the requirements of this paragraph.

SELECTION AND EVALUATION CRITERIA:

Proposals will be evaluated by a Selection Committee that, after a review of written proposals, may choose to also conduct a personal interview. Selection Committee will include at minimum the Coos SWCD Project Review Committee or their chosen representatives, and Coos SWCD Project Manager. Bid evaluations will be based on the ability of the Bidder to meet the specifications for the tasks described in this RFB in a cost-effective, quality, and timely fashion. Selection will also be based on qualifications, and the demonstrated ability of the Bidder to work in a cooperative manner with Coos SWCD staff and project partners on the Project to achieve all goals. Coos SWCD will generally not disclose the status of any award until the appropriate authority at Coos SWCD has approved the award of a Contract. Normally, the awarding of a Contract or Bid rejection will occur within 7-10 business days after Bid opening. If the selected Bidder and Coos SWCD agree, this deadline may be extended, but Coos SWCD reserves the right:

(i) to award multiple Contracts for parts of the Work;

(ii) to consider such criteria as it may deem appropriate with respect to the Project;

(iii) to reject any or all Bids; and/or (iv) not to proceed with the Work and/or the Project (or any part thereof); all in the exercise of its sole and absolute discretion. Coos SWCD will provide a written notice of its intent to award a Contract to the successful Bidder(s) (in each case, a “Notice of Intent to Award Contract”), and any submittals required to be submitted to Coos SWCD within a certain number of days after award is made will count from the day that the Notice of Intent to Award Contract is given. The actual award shall, however, be dependent on full execution of the Contract(s) and submission by the successful Bidder(s) of all other required documents.

EVIDENCE OF RESPONSIBILITY:

Upon the request of Coos SWCD, a Bidder whose Bid is under consideration for the award of a Contract shall submit promptly to Coos SWCD satisfactory evidence showing the Bidder’s financial resources, construction experience, and organization available for the performance of the Work.

RIGHT TO AWARD OR REJECT:

This RFB does not obligate the Coos Soil and Water Conservation District to award a contract, the Coos SWCD reserves the right to reject any and all proposals and to further amend or refine a proposal and negotiate a contract with one of the proposers. The Coos Soil and Water Conservation District reserves the right to offer a contract to other than the lowest cost bidder based on other evaluation criteria.

CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS:

It is the desire of the Coos Soil and Water Conservation District to enter into a contract that includes all of the services necessary to achieve the goal of the project(s), whether or not those services are specifically outlined or described in this RFB. This project includes both state and federal funds, therefore the selected contractor must be able to comply with any specific federal provisions and regulations that may apply to such a federally funded contract and may be required to sign certain assurances related to applicable federal or state laws. Contractor must also comply with all applicable Oregon contractor licensing requirements.

PREVAILING WAGE REQUIREMENTS:

This project is a public improvement subject to the Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI) Prevailing Wage Rate (PWR) laws under ORS 279C.800–279C.870.

The Contractor shall comply with all applicable provisions of the Oregon Prevailing Wage Law, including but not limited to:

• Payment of prevailing wage rates

• Certified payroll reporting

• Fringe benefit reporting

• Recordkeeping requirements

The applicable prevailing wage rates can be found at:

https://www.oregon.gov/boli/employers/pages/prevailing-wage-rates.aspx https://www.oregon.gov/boli/employers/pages/prevailing-wage-rates.aspx

WAIVER OF INFORMALITIES:

The Coos Soil and Water Conservation District reserves the right to waive minor informalities contained in proposals, when in the District’s sole judgment; it is in the best interest of the District to do so. The Coos SWCD reserves the right to waive minor informalities in the Bids received. The Coos SWCD may also reject any Bid not in compliance with all prescribed requirements, including the requirement to demonstrate the Bidder’s responsibility and may reject for good cause any or all Bids upon a finding by the Coos SWCD that it is in the public interest to do so, in accordance with OAR 137-049-0440

BID ERRORS AND WITHDRAW:

A Bidder may withdraw its Bid at any time prior to the date and time that Bids are due, by means of written notice which is given to Coos SWCD before the date and time that Bids are due, at the address for submission of Bids which is given above. A Bidder may also modify and/or resubmit its Bid at any time prior to the date and time that Bids are due.

BIDDERS INTERESTED IN MORE THAN ONE BID:

No person, firm, or corporation shall be allowed to make, file, or be interested in more than one Bid for the Work. However, a person, firm, or corporation which has submitted a sub-proposal to a Bidder, or which has quoted prices of materials to a Bidder, is not thereby disqualified from submitting a sub-proposal or quoting prices to other Bidders or making its own Bid.

COSTS INCURRED:

The Coos Soil and Water Conservation District accepts no liability for any costs incurred by respondents in the preparation or presentation of proposals.

INQUIRIES:

Questions concerning this request for proposals should be directed in writing to:

District Manager – Caley Sowers, Email: info@coosswcd.org

Each Bidder shall promptly notify Coos SWCD of any discovered conflicts, ambiguities, or discrepancies in or between, or omissions from, the Bid Documents. Bidders should note that questions received less than two calendar days prior to the date scheduled for opening of the Bids may not be answered. Any interpretation or correction of the Bid Documents will be made only by Addendum, and a copy of such Addendum will be sent directly to each Bidder. No oral interpretations of any provision in the Bid Documents will be made to any Bidder.

mailto:kmotley@coquillewatershed.org

Bid Form Coquille Water Quality and Riparian Restoration Project

This Bid is being made to The Coos Soil and Water Conservation District, a State of Oregon Municipal Corporation, (“Coos SWCD” or “Owner”) in the form of a sealed bid (the “Bid”) with respect to the project known as “Coquille Water Quality and Riparian Restoration Project” (the “Project”), located near Myrtle Point, in Coos County, Oregon (the “Site”). The undersigned (“Bidder”) is making this Bid pursuant to the terms of the Request for Bids for the Project, dated July 24th , 2026 (the “RFB”), a copy of which was supplied to Bidder by or on behalf of Coos SWCD and has been reviewed in its entirety by Bidder. The RFB and all of the documentation required of a proposed bidder on the Project under the terms of the RFB are sometimes hereinafter referred to collectively as the “Bid Documents”.

Name of Bidder:___________________________________________________________________

Business License Number:______________________ Federal Tax Id No:_________________

Contact Person(s):_________________________________________________________________

Place of Residence (if individual):______________________________________________________

State of Incorporation/Formation (for entities):___________________________________________

Business Mailing Address:____________________________________________________________

Shipping Address (if different): _______________________________________________________

Telephone Number: ______________ Fax Number: _________________

Email: ____________________

Pursuant to and in compliance with the RFB, the undersigned Bidder, having become familiar with the conditions at the Site and otherwise affecting the performance of the Project; the cost of the work to be done in carrying out the Project (collectively, the “Work”); the terms of the Bid Documents; and the form of the Contract to be awarded to the successful bidder (the “Contract”); hereby proposes and agrees to perform the Work within the time stipulated in the Bid Documents and to provide and furnish any and all labor, materials, equipment, transportation, utilities, and services necessary to perform and complete the Work in a workmanlike manner and in strict conformity with the requirements contained in the Bid Documents, including any addenda referenced below, for the amount(s) and/or at the rates indicated below (collectively, the “Bid Price”).

By signing and submitting this Bid to Coos SWCD, Bidder hereby represents, warrants, acknowledges, and agrees to and with Coos SWCD, or certifies to Coos SWCD (as applicable), as follows:

1. Bid. Bidder hereby offers to carry out and complete the Work for the Bid Price, made up of the price(s) and/or rates, and according to the budget, which are more particularly described in Schedule 1 to this Bid, and Bidder has checked all of the figures contained in this Bid carefully and understands that Coos SWCD will not be responsible for any errors or omissions on the part of Bidder in making this Bid.

2. Quantities. Bidder understands that the quantities mentioned in the RFB are approximate only and are subject to increase or decrease, and hereby proposes to perform all quantities of work as either increased or decreased in accordance with the terms of the Contract.

3. Bid to Remain Open. This Bid, unless withdrawn prior to the scheduled closing time for receipt of Bids, or thereafter when permitted under the terms of the RFB, shall remain valid and will not be withdrawn by the undersigned Bidder for a period of thirty (30) days after the scheduled closing time for receipt of Bids.

4. Responses to Coos SWCD Concerns. Bidder hereby responds to Coos SWCD’s concerns about the following issues as indicated below, with such responses being continued/contained on attached schedules to the extent indicated below in each case:

(a) Minority- and Women- Owned Business Enterprises. Is the Bidder’s firm at least 51% minority-or women-owned, controlled and operated: ____ Yes _____ No

If the answer is “yes”, identify the % of minority- or women-ownership, control and operation:

(b) Additional Information. Please provide any other information you feel would help Coos SWCD’s selection committee evaluate your firm for this Work.

5. License(s). By execution of this Bid, the undersigned Bidder declares that Bidder holds the following license(s) relevant to the Work, in accordance with the applicable licensing laws where the Project is to take place, as follows:

Classification: _________________________________________

License number: _________________________________________

Expiration date: _________________________________________

6. Interested Persons. The names of all persons interested in this Bid as principals are as follows:

If Bidder or another interested person is a corporation, state the legal name of the corporation, its state of incorporation, and the names of the president, secretary, treasurer, and manager thereof.

If Bidder or another interested person is a partnership or other form of legal entity, state the name and form of the entity, its state of formation, and the names of all the individual partners, members, joint venturers or others with an interest in the entity.

If Bidder or another interested person is an individual, the person’s sate of legal residence, and the first and last names in full, and give all fictitious names under which the individual does business.

7. Notices. Bidder understands that, except as noted below, notice of acceptance of this Bid, any requests for additional information, and any other notices to Bidder with respect to this Bid shall be given in writing and addressed to Bidder at the business address for Bidder which is set out above. Each such notice or request shall be deemed given either upon actual delivery (or attempted delivery) to such address (whether personally or via courier), or three calendar days after being placed in the US mail, postage prepaid, addressed to Bidder at such address. However, Bidder understands that Coos SWCD may, if it chooses, elect to respond by email to questions from Bidder, at the email address provided in this Bid.

8. Attachments. Attached to these Bid cover pages and incorporated into this Bid by this reference are the following required items, in the forms required under the RFB:

(a) Schedule 1 – Bid Price sheet with the details of the Bid Price (an Excel spread sheet may be used instead of the form provided);

(b) Schedule 2 – List of references for similar projects completed;

(c) Schedule 3 – List of proposed subcontractors and suppliers;

(d) Schedule 4 – Insurance requirements

9. Requirements Upon Award. If this Bid is accepted by Coos SWCD and notice of such acceptance is timely delivered to the undersigned, then the undersigned shall, within ten (10) days after receipt of such notice, execute and deliver to Coos SWCD:

(a) the Contract, in the form required under the RFB, as prepared by Coos SWCD;

(b) the insurance certificates required under the RFB and the Contract; and

(c) such other documentation as may be required under the Contract.

Thereafter, the undersigned will commence and complete the Work within the time required by the Contract.

10. Bidder’s Acknowledgment, Certification, and Agreement as to its Bid. By submitting this Bid, Bidder shall be deemed to acknowledge, certify, and agree to and with Coos SWCD that Bidder:

(a) has taken steps reasonably necessary to ascertain the nature of and location of the Work;

(b) has investigated and satisfied itself as to the general and local conditions that can affect the Work or its cost, including but not limited to:

i. conditions bearing upon acquisitions, transportation, disposal, handling, and storage of materials;

ii. the availability of labor, materials, water, electric power, and access via roads or waterway;

iii. uncertainties of weather, river stages, tides, or similar physical conditions at the Site;

iv. the conformation and condition of the ground and any shoreline or riparian area;

v. the character of equipment and facilities needed preliminary to and during Work performance; and

vi. the Site’s biological, geophysical/chemical, and associated physical hazards;

(c) has satisfied itself as to the character, quality, and quantity of surface and subsurface materials or obstacles to be encountered, insofar as this information is reasonably ascertainable from an inspection of the Site as well as from the Bid Documents and other information made a part of the RFB; and

(d) has satisfied itself as to the adequacy of time allowed for the completion of the Work.

11. Addenda. Bidder has received, reviewed, and understands, the following Addenda to the original Bid Documents (list all Addendums associated with this Bid packet):

Addendum Number Date of Addendum

In witness whereof, this Bid is being executed and delivered by Bidder as of the date(s) set forth below

If Bidder consists of or includes one or more corporations, partnerships, or other forms of legal entity, the full legal name of the entity shall be set forth in the signature block below, together with the signature(s) of the officers, partners, or other individuals authorized to sign contracts on behalf of and to bind the entity.

By: ________________________________

(Signature)

Print Name: ________________________________

Print Title: ________________________________

Print Date: ________________________________

If Bidder consists of or includes one or more individuals, the following form of signature block is to be used for each of such individuals:

Signature: ________________________________

Print Name: ________________________________

Print Date: ________________________________

Schedule 1 Bid Sheet –

Coquille Water Quality and Riparian Restoration Project

Bidder Name: _____________________________ Date: _____________________________

JOB 1 —

CULBERTSON

SITE

Item Estimated

Quantity Unit Unit Price Total Price

Invasive blackberry removal

8 Acres $_____ $_____

Livestock exclusion fencing installation

10,300 LF $_____ $_____

Off-channel watering system installation

2 Each $_____ $_____

Riparian planting installation 8 Acres $_____ $_____

Job 1 Total: $____________

JOB 2 —

GROVES SITE

Unit Unit Price Total Price

Invasive blackberry removal

9 Acres $_____ $_____

Livestock exclusion fencing installation

6500 LF $_____ $_____

Off-channel watering system

3 Each $_____ $_____

Riparian planting

4 Acres $_____ $_____

Job 2 Total: $____________

JOB 3 —

BROWN SITE

Unit Unit Price Total Price

Invasive blackberry removal

1.5 Acres $_____ $_____

Livestock exclusion fencing installation

5,500 LF $_____ $_____

Riparian planting

6.5 Acres $_____ $_____

Job 3 Total: $____________

TOTAL BID PRICE

Total Bid for All Awarded Work:

Schedule 2 Bidder’s References for Similar Projects Completed

Please list at least three references, including name, address, and telephone numbers, of those who have personal knowledge of Bidder’s abilities to undertake and complete projects of similar scope and complexity.

Project Name Reference Address Telephone Number

References will be contacted. If possible, provide a brief description of each project on a separate sheet of paper, or hand write neatly below.

Schedule 3 List of Proposed Subcontractors and Suppliers

Please list the name and the location of the place of business of each proposed subcontractor or supplier who will perform work or labor or render service or materials to the prime contractor as part of the Work.

List only one subcontractor for each such portion as is defined by the prime contractor in this bid. Bidder understands and agrees that, if its Bid is accepted, Bidder shall not: (i) substitute any subcontractor for one that was listed in its Bid; (b) permit any subcontract to be voluntarily assigned or transferred by the original subcontractor or allow it to be performed by anyone other than the original subcontractor listed here; or

(c) subcontract any portion of the Work to any subcontractor except as listed here, except as authorized by Coos SWCD in writing.

Portion of Work Name of Subcontractor Address of Subcontractor

Check this box if no subcontractors will be used.

Material Supplied Name of Supplier Address of Supplier

Schedule 4

Insurance and Security

*Contractor is responsible to comply with all federal, state, county and local laws, ordinances and regulations applicable to this contract. At the time or request for bids the information listed below was known, however, additional coverages may be required or change.

INSURANCE: The Coos SWCD shall have no obligation to CONTRACTOR until CONTRACTOR has fully complied with the following requirements. CONTRACTOR must carry insurance policies offering the following minimum coverage levels and provide Certificates of Coverage to the Coos SWCD before work commences.

__________ Commercial General Liability

• $1,000,000 Each Occurrence

• $2,000,000 Policy Aggregate

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Coos Soil and Water Conservation District 379 N. Adams St.

Coquille, OR 97423

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Site 1: Culbertson Property

Proposed Practices:

1. Brush Control (Practice Code 314) 8 Acres

2. Fence (Practice Code 382) 10,300 feet or ~2 miles

3. Watering Facility (Practice Code 614) 2 units (each)

4. Heavy Use Area Protection (Practice Code 561) 2 units (each)

5. Riparian Forest Buffer (Practice Code 391) 8 Acres

6. Tree/Shrub Establishment (Practice Code 612) 8 Acres

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379 North Adams St, Coquille, OR 97423

Email: info@coosswcd.org Phone: 541-396-6879

East Fork Coquille SIA Water Quality

Improvement Project: Maps, Figures, and

Photos

Site 1. Culbertson Property

Maps

Figure 1. Map of the project area showing the combined proposed actions which include the following: off-channel livestock watering facility, livestock exclusion fencing around both wetland ponds and along the East Fork Coquille River, invasive blackberry removal, and native planting along the river. CSWCD will also be conducting water quality monitoring on the project site.

Figure 2. Map of the project area showing the hydrography stream layer and the landowners property bordering the East Fork Coquille River.

Figure 3. Map showing the project area in the original North and East Fork Strategic

Implementation Area Boundary. The project falls within the Yankee-run East Fork

Coquille River Hydrologic Unit Code (HUC) 6 boundary.

Figure 4. The map show the Oregon DEQ 303D assessment for the East Fork

Coquille River from Camas Creek to the confluence with the North Fork

Coquille River. The assessment states that the selected river section is currently impaired for year-round temperature and has been listed since 1998.

Figure 5 and 6. The photo shows a road view of the property near the start of the large wetland pond. Livestock heavily utilize the large pond as their main water source during the summertime and create large muddy areas and compaction of the soil. The frequent use of the pond has caused degraded water quality.

Figure 7. Photo showing part of the large wetland pond that connects to the smaller seasonal pond during flood events. The property has been impacted by the growth of invasive blackberry, as it spreads, it takes usable pasture out of production.

Figure 8. Photo showing the large wetland pond with agency partners from ODFW preparing to seine the 10-acre pond to look for the presence of native fish such as Coho

Salmon.

Figure 9. Photo of the small seasonal wetland pond that drains into the unnamed tributary on the property. Native species such as juvenile coho salmon and cutthroat trout utilize this pond during the winter and springtime. Livestock also use the small pond as one of their main drinking sources when there is water. The small pond dries up mid to late July.

Figure 10. Photo showing the small seasonal wetland pond during late winter or early spring. The small pond has been seined for native fish species by CSWCD, ODFW and

Coquille Watershed during winter and spring of 2024 and 2025.

Figure 11. Photo showing juvenile native Coho salmon that were captured by a seine net used in collaboration by Coos SWCD, Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, and

Coquille Watershed Association.

Figure 12. Photo of a native sucker that was found while signing for juvenile coho and the small seasonal pond. The sucker was released back into the pond with the other native species.

Figure 13. Photo showing part of the small season small wetland pond. Livestock heavily Hughes both ponds as their main source of drinking water, which causes both ponds to become extremely muddy.

Figure 14. Photo showing partners from ODFW and Coquille Watershed Association seining the small seasonal pond to capture, tag, and release juvenile Coho salmon.

Figure 15. Photo is of the small tributary that connects to the East Fork Coquille River.

There is intermittent grass that grows during the summertime, but it is predominantly invasive Himalayan blackberry. Coos SWCD proposes to remove the invasive blackberry and replant the area with native trees and shrubs and fence the livestock out of the small seasonal wetland pond and unnamed tributary.

Figure 16. Photo showing the smaller tributary that drains into the East Fork Coquille

River. The small tributary is pre-dominantly surrounded by invasive Himalayan blackberry, which doesn’t provide any benefit for water quality.

Figure 17. Photo showing the smaller tributary that drains into the East Fork

Coquille River. The small tributary is pre-dominantly surrounded by invasive

Himalayan blackberry but has a few mature Oregon Myrtle trees growing along it.

Livestock will also use the small tributary as one of their water sources.

Figure 18. Photo showing the wall of invasive blackberry that is currently growing along the East Fork coquille river in the project area. Coos SWCD technical advisor, Chris Claire, is standing next to the wall for height reference.

Figure 19. Photo showing a closer look at the 20–30-foot buffer of invasive blackberry that is currently growing along the banks of the East Fork Coquille. Coos SWCD proposes to remove as much blackberry as possible, construct livestock exclusion fencing, and plant native trees and shrubs to help stabilize the stream bank and increase plant diversity.

Figure 20. Photo of the eroding stream bank on the East Fork . Heavy livestock use and lack of native vegetation with high stream flows drain the wintertime has caused massive erosion. Native willows will be added to help stabilize the stream bank and to help prevent more sediment from washing into the river.

Design Diagrams

Figure 21. The livestock exclusion fencing that will be constructed for this project will follow NRCS specifications. This diagram shows the NRCS specifications for barbed wire fencing that will be constructed for this project. A notable difference is that the fencing for this project will use smooth wire for the bottom fence strand to avoid entanglement and injury of wildlife that crawl under the fence.

Figure 22. The livestock watering station that will be constructed for this project will look similar to the station in this example photo from RPS Solar Pumps. The water will be pumped from the 10-acre wetland pond or the East Fork Coquille River.

Figure 23. This NRCS diagram shows a heavy use area (HUA) for a livestock watering station. This project will construct two livestock watering stations with

HUAs. Their construction will include excavating a 26ft x 26ft area 6 inches deep, pinning non-woven geotextile fabric in place, and covered the fabric with 6 inches of large gravel. Spaces between the gravel will be infilled with smaller-diameter gravel.

A trough will be placed in the center.

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Site 2: Groves Property Proposed Practices:

1. Brush Control (Practice Code 314) 9 Acres

2. Fence (Practice Code 382) 6,500 feet or ~1.25 miles

3. Watering Facility (Practice Code 614) 3 units (each)

4. Stream Crossing (Practice Code 578)

5. Heavy Use Area Protection (Practice Code 561) 3 units (each)

6. Riparian Forest Buffer (Practice Code 391) 4 Acres

7. Tree/Shrub Establishment (Practice Code 612) 4 Acres

Coos Soil & Water Conservation District

379 North Adams St, Coquille, OR 97423

Email: info@coosswcd.org Phone: 541-396-6879

Elk Creek Riparian Improvement Project:

Maps, Figures, and Photos

Site 2. Groves Property

Figure 1. Map of the project area showing all the stages of the project. The objectives are to remove invasive blackberries along Elk Creek and the East

Fork Coquille river, construct livestock exclusion fencing to prevent livestock from entering the waterways, and plant native species within the fenced riparian area.

Figure 2. Map of the project area showing the hydrography stream layer and the landowners property bordering the East Fork Coquille River.

Figure 3. Map showing the project area in the original North and East Fork

Strategic Implementation Area Boundary. The project falls within the

Yankee-Run East Fork Coquille River, and the Elk Creek Hydrologic Unit

Code (HUC) 6 boundary.

Figure 4. The map show the Oregon DEQ 303D assessment for the East Fork

Coquille River. The section listed here stretches from Camas Creek to where it joins with the North Fork Coquille River. The assessment states that the selected river section is currently impaired for year-round temperature and has been listed since

1998.

Figure 5: The map shows Oregon DEQ 303D listing for Elk Creek, which connects to East Fork Coquille and is located on the project property. Elk

Creek is listed for impaired temperature year-round since 1998 and dissolved oxygen.

Figure 6 and 7. The photos show a road view of Elk Creek. Invasive Blackberries crowd both sides of the banks preventing the establishment and growth of native riparian plant species and has taken usable pastureland out of production. The first phase of the project has been budgeted for 9.5 acres of blackberry treatment. Mechanical mowing and mulching will take place in early summer, followed by the planting of native trees and shrubs in the winter. (43.11157,-124.01867)

Figure 8. Photo showing the extent of the blackberry growth, going beyond the creek, into the livestock pasture. The project aims to expand the usable grazing pasture by removing blackberry around the creek and river, while also removing patches that have extended further into the pasture. This will allow the landowners to regain approximately 4.75 acres back for livestock grazing and hay production.(43.1117,-124.01878)

Figure 9 and 10. Photos showing the extent of the blackberries seen on the East

Fork Coquille River; blackberries extend down the property following the riverbank.

Figure 11. The livestock exclusion fencing that will be constructed for this project will follow NRCS specifications. This diagram shows the NRCS specifications for barbed wire fencing that will be constructed for this project. This fencing is used due to its specific construction enabling easier wildlife crossing and to ensure the safety of livestock and wildlife.

Figure 12. The livestock watering station that will be constructed for this project will look similar to the station in this example photo from RPS Solar Pumps. The water will be pumped from Elk Creek or the East Fork Coquille River.

Figure 13. This NRCS diagram shows a heavy use area (HUA) for a livestock watering station. This project will construct two livestock watering stations with

HUAs. Their construction will include excavating a 26ft x 26ft area 6 inches deep, pinning non-woven geotextile fabric in place, and covered the fabric with 6 inches of large gravel. Spaces between the gravel will be infilled with smaller-diameter gravel.

A trough will be placed in the center.

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South Fork Coquille River Riparian Restoration Project: Maps, Photos, and

Figures

Site 3. Brown Property

Figure 1: Map of the project area with the proposed work. The objectives are to remove invasive blackberries, construct livestock exclusion fencing, and plant native species within the fenced riparian area.

Brown Property

Figure 2: Map of the project area showing the hydrography stream layer and the landowner’s property bordering the South Fork of the Coquille River.

Figure 3. The map show the Oregon DEQ 303D assessment for the South Fork Coquille River. The section listed here stretches from Johnson Creek to Dement Creek. The assessment states that the selected river section is currently impaired for year-round temperature and was last assessed in 2018.

Figure 4: Photo showing a small section of the riverbank that has a moderately intact riparian buffer, the trees shown here help prevent erosion of the riverbank and provide shade and habitat for salmonids.

Figure 5: Photo of a fox seen on site, an example of one of the many organisms that make up the complex ecosystem that relies on the area to provide a stable habitat.

Figure 6: Photo showing the South Fork Coquille river on the landowner’s property. A small stretch of gravel bar and native vegetation such as willow and myrtle is shown growing along both sides of the river.

Figure 7. The livestock exclusion fencing that will be constructed for this project will follow NRCS specifications. This diagram shows the NRCS specifications for barbed wire fencing that will be constructed for this project. This fencing is used due to its specific construction enabling easier wildlife crossing and to ensure the safety of livestock and wildlife.