STATEMENT OF WORK

North Gate – Clear Brush and Tree Removal

LAUGHLIN AFB, TEXAS

1.0 DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES: The Contractor shall furnish all materials, labor, tools, equipment, transportation, supervision, and all other incidentals necessary to complete the brush clearing and tree removal work outlined in this Statement of Work (SOW) on the North side of the exterior of Laughlin Air Force Base by the railroad. The affected area is approximately 5.4 acres as shown in Attachment A. The Contractor shall ensure proper management oversight throughout the performance period. The Period of Performance for this work shall be 30 buisness days from the Notice to Proceed (NTP).

2.0 PROJECT BACKGROUND: The North perimeter area adjacent to the railroad contains shrubs, rubbish, and woody vegetation that must be cleared to maintain base security, visibility, and environmental compliance. Completely clear by cutting and the removal of all shrubs, rubbish, and any woody vegetation over six (6) inches from the site. Remove all debris daily. Repair any damage to the property caused by the contractor (including ruts) to match the surrounding area at no cost to the Government.

3.0 DESCRIPTION OF ASSESSMENT AND PLANNING: The Contractor shall:

3.1 Conduct a site visit to verify acreage, vegetation density, access points, and equipment requirements.

3.2 Identify all shrubs and woody vegetation requiring removal.

3.3 Determine disposal methods and off‑base locations for debris.

3.4 Coordinate access requirements with Security Forces (SFS); no perimeter fence or gate may be opened without prior approval.

3.5 The Contractor shall act as the primary applicant and be solely responsible for initiating, preparing, submitting, and managing the Union Pacific Right of Way (ROW) Application. The Contractor shall bear all costs and fees associated with the application, permitting, and required insurance. Ensure no work begins until the Government submits the Right of Way Application and approval is in process.

3.6 The Contractor shall provide a copy of the fully approved Union Pacific ROW permit and written authorization to the Government Point of Contact (POC). The Contractor shall ensure no physical work begins until the Government POC verifies receipt of the approved permit and finalizes the work schedule.

3.7 The Contractor shall be solely responsible for coordinating and scheduling a Union Pacific Railroad Flagger/Escort for the duration of any work performed within the railroad Right of Way (ROW) or foul zone.

3.8 The Contractor shall not commence any operations near the tracks until the required railroad flagger is physically present on site.

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4.0 DESCRIPTION OF COSTS: All material, equipment, and third-party service costs for the project, including the mandatory Union Pacific Railroad Flagging/Escort services, will be at the sole cost of the contractor.

4.1 Brush cutters and heavy equipment suitable for clearing 5.4 acres.

4.2 Fuel, lubricants, and maintenance supplies for all equipment.

4.3 Safety equipment for all personnel.

4.4 All disposal and hauling materials required for off‑base debris removal.

5.0 DESCRIPTION OF INSTALLATION: The Contractor shall:

5.1 Cut and remove all shrubs, rubbish, and woody vegetation over six (6) inches in diameter.

5.2 Dress up the area after tree removal to ensure a clean, uniform appearance.

5.3 Remove all debris daily and transport it to an approved off‑base disposal location.

5.4 Repair any damage caused by contractor operations, including ruts, at no cost to the Government.

6.0 DESCRIPTION OF TESTING AND VERFICATION: The Contractor shall:

6.1 Verify all vegetation over six inches has been fully removed.

6.2 Ensure the entire 5.4‑acre area is cleared, leveled, and free of debris.

6.3 Conduct a final walkthrough with the Government representative to confirm compliance with federal, state, local, and Air Force environmental regulations.

7.0 SITE-MAINTENANCE: The Contractor shall:

7.1 Work areas shall be maintained in a neat, clean, safe condition and shall, at a minimum, be cleaned with all waste and packing materials removed at the end of each shift.

8.0 PROJECT CLOSEOUT: The Contractor shall:

8.1 The contractor will provide all warranty documentation for government warranty management

8.1.1 The contractor shall be responsible for any warranty and service calls throughout the manufacturer’s warranty period.

8.1.2 Once warranty and service calls have been requested, the contractor shall follow manufacturer’s warranty terms and conditions, and work with a government representative until issues are resolved.

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9.0 COMPLIANCEWITH LAWS: The Contractor shall comply and ensure that all subcontractors comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, ordinances, and standards.

9.1 Ensure compliance with railroad and local codes.

9.2 Obtain and cover costs for permits and inspections.

10.0 PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: The Contractor shall notify the government 14 days before they start the project. The total number of working days it should take to complete this project should not exceed more than 30 buisness days.

11.0 PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: The installation of all products shall be carried out at the North Gate. Contractors will be able to bring all material needed for the project and stage anything they need in a designated area agreed with by the project point of contact (POC). Repair any damage to the property caused by the contractor at no cost to the Government.

12.0 SAFETY: All construction operations shall be accomplished in accordance with the applicable state statues and U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Regulations

12.1 JOBSITE: Maintain the job site in a safe, neat, and workman like manner at all times. Job safety shall not be compromised.

12.1.1 Any unsafe or unattractive nuisance shall be removed or otherwise taken care of when directed by the government.

12.2 CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR PROTECTION AND/OR SAFETY

OF THE CONSTRUCTION SITE, SITE PERSONNEL, SUBCONTRACTORS,

MATERIALS AND SAFETY OF THE CONSTRUCTION.

12.3 OSHA PUBLIC LAW 91:Comply with the OSHA Public Law 91-596, Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 and the resulting standards (e.g., 29 CFR 1910, Occupational Safety and Health Standards, 29 CFR 1926, Safety and Health Regulations for Construction), national consensus standards of the United States (e.g., National Fire Protection Association and National Electrical Codes), and all applicable federal, state, local, and Department of Defense, environmental, safety, and occupational health statues, policies, and regulations).

12.3.1 It is the contractor’s responsibility to make certain that all safety requirements, equipment, and training are met and provided to their employees.

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12.3.2 Additionally, the contractor is responsible for ensuring compliance with safety and health standards by all sub-contractor employees.

12.3.3 Air Force Safety, Fire Protection, and Bioenvironmental Engineering officials may periodically enter a contractor’s workplace to verify working conditions of personnel or to make inspections for protection of Government facilities, personnel, and equipment.

12.3.4 If an improper procedure or unsafe condition exists, the contractor shall notify the applicable Wing Representative/CO and immediately correct the unsafe condition within 24 hours after occurrence. Department of Labor OSHA inspectors are authorized right of entry to inspect any place of employment operated by an Air Force contractor. They are, for the most part, “NO NOTICE” inspections.

13.0 DELIVERABLES/SCHEDULE: Complete all work within 30 days after contract modification has been completed. Payment is not required upfront. Payment is made after the work is complete, and all necessary documentation has been submitted and verified.

END OF STATEMENT OF WORK

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