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DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY

NAVAL FACILITIES ENGINEERING COMMAND SOUTHEAST

P.O. BOX 30, BLDG. 903

JACKSONVILLE, FL 32212-0030

STATEMENT OF WORK

“INVASIVE PLANT SPECIES HERBICIDE APPLICATION,

VARIOUS U. S. NAVY AND MARINE CORPS INSTALLATIONS

WITHIN THE SOUTHEASTERN UNITED STATES”

Environmental Technical Services (ETS) Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)

SPECIFICATION FOR: Invasive Plant Species Herbicide Application, various U. S. Navy and Marine Corps installations in the Southeastern United States.

This contract is intended primarily for Navy and Marine Corps installations within the states of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas however it may be expanded to cover other facilities within the Naval Facilities Engineering Command, South East (NAVFAC SE) area of responsibility at a later time.

The Pre-Priced Contract Line Item Number (CLIN) structure can be found on the attached Pricing Sheet, Exhibit 1.

CLIN 0001A Covers the application of herbicides as per the general requirements. Additional requirements outside the general scope will be considered on a case by case basis.

The CONTRACTOR is required to contact the Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAV FAC SE) Contracting Officer prior to performing any work or incurring any costs not covered under individual task orders.

1.0 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: The requirements for this project include the application of herbicide either aerially, by ground based equipment, or hand crews, as designated in each CLIN of this contract (unless the COR approves some other means in writing) to control competing or invasive plant species at various installations within the states of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas. Hand crews will not be acceptable for the treatment when other methods are specified. Herbicide sprays shall be directed onto the foliage of the target invasive or competing species of weeds, shrubs, and other herbaceous or woody vegetation with equipment commonly accepted for this purpose by industry consensus standards. Hack-and-squirt applications shall be accomplished with equipment commonly accepted for this purpose by industry consensus standards. Predominant invasive plants include species such as Chinese Tallowtree (Triadica sebifera), privets (Ligustrum spp.), Brazilian peppertree (Schinus terebinthifolius), Cogon grass (Imperata cylindrical) and Japanese climbing fern (Lygodium japonicum), but all invasive plants are subject to this project. The area of work is primarily forest land within the coastal plain and piedmont regions, however non-forested areas may also be included.

The objective is to obtain a minimum 90% control of the competing or invasive species treated and stated with each task order within one year of treatment. The prescription to achieve this will be designated by the appropriate CLIN structure for each task order. The Performance Assessment Representatives (PAR) at the installation will be designated in each task order. The COR will be designated at contract award. Herbicide applications shall be accomplished during the period 1 July to 1 November in the calendar year of the task order unless otherwise directed by the COR. Care shall be taken so that vegetation in areas adjacent to treatment areas is not damaged. The Contractor shall repair and/or compensate for any damage caused by herbicide treatments at no additional cost to the Government.

Contractor shall furnish all labor, supervision, tools, materials (including providing herbicides), equipment, and transportation necessary to apply the desired herbicide using integrated pest management techniques. The Government will furnish fresh water at a location to be shown by the PAR for tank mixing of the herbicide, or as otherwise determined by the COR.

1.1 Aerial Application: This work involves broadcast application of herbicides to designated areas (Herbicide Application Area Maps will be provided for each task order) at various installations located in the Southeastern U.S. The work consists of scheduled invasive species control projects prescribed by each installation. The purpose of the work is to control invasive or competing vegetation, particularly species such as Chinese Tallowtree (Triadica sebifera), privets (Ligustrum spp.), Brazilian peppertree (Schinus terebinthifolius), Cogon grass (Imperata cylindrical) and Japanese climbing fern (Lygodium japonicum), but all invasive plants are subject to this project.

Initial aerial treatments are expected to be through broadcasting specified mixtures in a minimum of 20 gallons of water per acre.

Aerial application operations shall not be started or continued if wind is in excess of 5 MPH, or if rain is expected within 8 hours. Should the applications fail to be rainfast, affected areas will be re-sprayed at no additional cost to the government.

Due to security restrictions drones are not an acceptable method of application.

Minimum number of acres per task order for aerial spraying is 50 acres.

CLINS for aerial application are listed below:

1.2 Ground Application: This work involves the directed application of herbicides by crews utilizing ground based or hand equipment or other equipment acceptable to the COR, to designated species located within areas (Herbicide Application Area Maps will be provided for each task order) at various installations across the Southeastern U.S. The work is a scheduled invasive species control project prescribed by each installation. The purpose of the work is to control competing or invasive vegetation, particularly species such as Chinese Tallowtree (Triadica sebifera), privets (Ligustrum spp.), Brazilian peppertree (Schinus terebinthifolius), Cogon grass (Imperata cylindrical), and Japanese climbing fern (Lygodium japonicum), but all invasive or competing plants are subject to this project.

Separate CLINS exist for differing levels of infestation and thus treatments options:

Heavy infestations are defined as stands consisting of predominately invasive species containing large woody stems, seedlings, saplings or other vegetation which require application using light equipment (ATVs or UTVs) mounted sprayers, and/or hand crews utilizing hack-n squirt and backpack application. Estimated production in this type of stand would be approximately 4 acres per day per team member.

CLINS for Heavy Infestation application are listed below:

Medium infestations are defined as initial or follow up treatments of forested stands containing fewer numbers of large woody stems, seedlings, saplings, or other vegetation which may be controlled using light equipment (ATVs or UTVs) mounted sprayers, and/or hand crews utilizing hack-n squirt and backpack application. Estimated production in this type of stand would be approximately 5 acres per day per team member.

CLINS for Medium Infestation application are listed below:

Light infestations are defined as treatments of scattered seedlings, saplings or other vegetation or secondary applications of forested stands by backpack hand crews one – three years following initial applications of herbicide. Estimated production in this type of stand would be approximately 6 acres per day per team member.

CLINS for Light Infestation application are listed below:

Heavy Mechanical Equipment Applications are defined as treatments of stands which may contain large woody stems, seedlings, saplings or other vegetation which require application using heavy equipment such as skidders, crawlers, or tractors.

CLINS for Heavy Mechanical Equipment application are listed below:

It is anticipated some herbicide work which may not be specifically detailed in one of the above existing CLINS may be requested under this contract. If so, that work may be negotiated prior to the delivery of a task order.

Sample CLINS for Negotiated Task Orders are listed in the table below:

0001AP Negotiated CLIN for Herbicide Application Services Not Already Covered in a specific CLIN (herbicide and travel under separate CLIN)

Minimum number of acres per task order for ground application is 20 acres.

1.3 Pesticides and related products. The pesticides (herbicides) to be used for this work shall be herbicides intended for the control of the woody, or other vegetation, used in strict compliance with label directions and will be specified in each task order. The products used may be commercial chemical formulations of imazamox, imazapyr, glyphosate, tryclopyr, or other products on the Installation’s list of approved herbicides including crop oils, markers, or surfactants. The chemical formulations must be labeled for aquatic use when used in wetlands. Should a product need to be applied which is not in a specific CLIN, the cost may be negotiated prior to the delivery of a task order. The Contractor shall have readily available labels and material safety data sheets for the herbicides. All herbicide usage shall be in strict conformance with label directions.

CLINS for Herbicides and Related Products with specific Active Ingredient (AI) amounts are listed below:

1.4 Handling of Herbicides: All work involving the handling and/or use of herbicides shall be by a state certified applicator, or under the line of sight supervision of a state certified applicator. The certified supervisor shall be readily accessible for consultation with the PAR or COR at all times during herbicide operations.

Uncertified personnel who apply herbicides shall have been employed in weed control for a minimum of 30 days and have received training in:

(a)Safe and effective application techniques, and the calibration and use of all equipment required;

(b)Handling, storage, and transfer of herbicide materials as required;

(c)Use and maintenance of all required safety equipment;

(d)The consequences of preparing a herbicide to be given or sold to an individual other than an authorized employee of the Contractor or regulatory official; and (e)Procedure for handling herbicide spills, including reporting procedures.

1.5 Contractor Equipment: The following shall apply to any equipment utilized by the contractor:

a. All tanks, hoses, control valves, and gauges shall be free of visible deterioration, shall not leak, and shall operate at the manufacturer’s recommended rates and pressures. Equipment which has failed shall be replaced and/or repaired by the Contractor prior to resuming operations.

b. Screen, strainers, and filters shall be used and maintained in accordance with the pump, sprayer, and nozzle manufacturer’s instructions.

c. Spray nozzles shall deliver spray patterns as specified by the nozzle manufacturer. Nozzles which become clogged or eroded shall be repaired or replaced by the Contractor prior to resuming operation.

d. Vehicles used to transport the herbicide shall be equipped with a fire extinguisher, a spill and decontamination kit (as specified in applicable DoD regulations), and emergency wash water.

e. All pesticides carried on vehicles shall be secured in locked compartments at all times on the installation. Vehicles shall not be left unattended at any time unless properly locked and secured.

f. Vehicles shall be maintained with a clean and orderly appearance, free from observable pesticide spills, residues, or build-up. Vehicles shall not be cleaned or washed on Government property unless otherwise specified in the contract.

The contractor shall submit a written description of equipment, proposed to be used in the performance of this work. The description shall include such information as make, model, and location of equipment. If the equipment is to be leased, a signed agreement with the leasing company(s) must be included. The Contracting Officer, or authorized representative, reserves the right to inspect the equipment at any time.

1.6 Work Control: The Contractor shall implement all necessary work control procedures to ensure fully adequate and timely completion of this job, as well as to permit tracking of work in progress. The Contractor shall plan and schedule work to assure material, labor, and equipment are available to complete work requirements with regard to the established time limits and quality standards. Verbal scheduling and status reports shall be provided when requested by the Government. The status of any item of work must be provided within two hours of the inquiry during regular working hours, and within four hours after regular working hours.

Check In/Check Out Requirements. The Contractor shall check in prior to the commencement of each day’s work, and check out at the completion of each day’s work with the PAR. At the time of check in/checkout, the project manager shall indicate:

a. The services planned to be provided during the day.

b. Planned services that were not completed during the day and

c. Schedule of proposed follow-up treatments identified during the day.

1.7 Scheduling of Work: Government operations and training will affect the availability of sites at any given time, therefore, scheduling of the work must be coordinated closely with the PAR identified in each task order. Work shall be scheduled so as to cause a minimum of interference with the operations of the Government in the area involved. If the Contractor wishes to work at times other than normal hours, Monday through Friday, 7 AM to 4 PM, excluding federal holidays, approval from the PAR and COR must be obtained in advance.

1.8 Security and Access Restrictions: No employee or representative/employee of the Contractor will be admitted to the work site unless the Contractor furnishes satisfactory proof that the Contractor and/or representative/employee is a citizen of the United States or is an authorized resident alien, and is specifically authorized admittance to the site of the work. All contractor employees requiring access to government property will be required to pass a background check and acquire all passes required by installation security. Contractors should allow at least 48 hours prior to starting operations to complete this vetting process. All vehicles are subject to random search and inspection at any time while on Navy property. All commercial vehicles shall be inspected at a Commercial Vehicle Inspection (CVI) Station prior to entering the base. Commercial vehicles include tractor-trailer trucks, tank trucks, bucket trucks, panel trucks, pickup trucks, vans and other vehicles used in the Contractors course of business. The Contractor shall coordinate access and security requirements with the Performance Assessment Representative. Access restrictions are subject to change depending upon the level of the alert or force protection condition of the installation at the time.

Prior to commencement of aerial spraying, the contractor must submit the required forms DD2400, DD2401, DD2402 to gain approval allowing the use of commercial aircraft on a Navy installation.

1.9 Travel: Travel for contractor employees required for each task order shall be compensated In Accordance With Federal Travel Regulations (IAWFTR) of the United States Government in effect at the time of task order award. Travel will be negotiated on individual task orders.

2.0 CLIN PRICING: CLIN pricing for pre-priced CLINs includes the cost (to include all labor, materials, tools, equipment and profit) for completing each line item of work as specified herein. If work is required that is not covered by pre-priced CLINs it will be negotiated under individual task orders.

3.0 SITE VISITATION: Will be determined on a case-by-case basis on individual task orders.

4.0 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS. Activities occurring under this contract shall be in compliance with the Department of the Army Corps of Engineering Safety Manual (EM-385-1-1) 30 November 2014 version. The Contractor shall also observe all regulations concerning the protection of individuals including: proper clothing, personnel protective equipment, and life saving equipment as required by the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) of 1970. The Contractor’s operation shall conform to OSHA standards, including but not limited to, OSHA’s safety standards as prescribed in 29 CFR Part 1910, hazardous communication standards in 29 CFR Part 1910.1200, and any and all consensus standards relevant to the work. Copies of the OSHA safety standards may be obtained at their web site at www.osha.gov .

Contractor is advised that in the event of an emergency, dialing 911 via landline will result in the quickest response of emergency personnel. The PAR for each task order will provide additional information on individual installation emergency contacts and procedures.

The Contractor shall provide all necessary safety equipment.

The Contractor shall maintain accurate records of all accidents occurring on site, or resulting from, this operation. The Contractor shall submit complete accident reports to the COR within 24 hours of the occurrence, on forms provided by the Navy, detailing exposure data and all accidents resulting in death, trauma, hospitalization, lost time in excess of eight hours, or occupational disease. The Contractor shall also report all damages to property, materials, supplies, and equipment incidental to work performed under any contract awarded as a result of this invitation to bid. The Contractor shall submit to the COR, within 24 hours, a full report of damage to Government property and/or equipment by the Contractor’s employees or sub contractors.

The Contractor, or his representative, upon notification of any noncompliance with safety regulations, shall take immediate corrective action. Notification may be either verbal, written, or both. If the Contractor fails or refuses to comply promptly, the Government may issue a work stoppage order, all or in part, until corrective action has been taken.

Any time loss due to such stoppage will not be grounds for contract extension.

The Contractor shall provide to the COR an accident prevention plan before receiving a notice to proceed.

5.0 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION: General Requirements:

5.1 The Contractor shall provide and maintain, during the life of the contract, environmental and spill protection. The Contractor will plan for and provide measures to control pollution that develops during normal practices as well as measures required to correct conditions that develop during the project. They shall comply with all Federal, State, Local, and Installation regulations, instructions, and policies pertaining to the environment, including but not limited to, water, air, solid waste, hazardous substances, spill prevention, preparedness, and response, pollution prevention, and noise. Pesticide spills shall be cleaned, decontaminated, and reported as specified by the Armed Forces Pest Management Board Pesticide Spill Prevention and Management Manual, Technical Information Manual (TIM) No. 15.

5.2 The Contractor shall be licensed by the State in which the work is performed to provide pesticide services in the categories of forestry, aquatic, and rights-of-way. Proof of certification and licensing must be provided to the COR and the PAR prior to starting the work. All work shall be performed in accordance with federal, state, local, and installation laws and regulations. The Contractor will obtain any permits required to conduct the work except for permits previously obtained by the Contracting Officer or the installation. Copies of any reports required by permits will be provided to the appropriate installation Environmental Department.

5.3 The Contractor shall be responsible for all damages to persons or property resulting from the Contractor’s or subcontractor’s fault or negligence. The Contractor shall be responsible for payment of any civil fines or penalties which may be assessed by any Federal, State, or Local regulatory agency as a result of the Contractor’s or subcontractor’s violation of applicable Federal, State, or Local law, regulation or permit condition or associated requirement.

5.4 All solid/liquid waste, debris, and unusable materials generated as a result of work performed under this contract shall be removed from Government property and disposed of in accordance with all Federal, State, and Local Regulations.

If any hazardous wastes are generated they shall be handled, labeled, and stored in accordance with Federal, State, and Local regulations, especially 40 CFR 261. No hazardous waste shall be brought onto government property from off site.

5.5 Rinse waters and containers shall be disposed of in accordance with label directions. Pesticides, rinse water, and containers shall not be disposed of on Navy property unless specifically allowed and are at the site as part of the specified work.

5.6 All forest management work will be conducted to comply with the appropriate state’s Best Management Practices for Forestry.

6.0 SUBMITTALS: Prior to beginning work on each task order, the contractor will submit the following for review and approval.

Pre-Construction Submittals:

a) Schedule – Time Scaled Bar Chart

b) Safety Plan

c) Environmental Protection Plan

d) Product Data

e) Certification and Licensing of Applicators

f) Equipment description

g) Employee security information

h) Forms DD2400, DD2401, DD2402 Construction Submittals:

i) Daily Records of all Pest Control Operations Closeout Submittals:

j.) Warranty – Performance Guarantee k.) GIS data of areas treated (shapefile or geodatabase format) l.) Map of areas treated (pdf or Word format)

Allow a review period, beginning when Government receives each, of 15 working days for return to the Contractor.

7.0 RECORDS AND REPORT: The Contractor shall maintain and submit daily records of application and use until the job is completed. Records shall be completed daily as operations are performed; all entries must be accomplished within 24 hours of performance. Records shall be made available upon request for inspection, and shall be forwarded to the PAR and the COR. Records rejected by the PAR or COR due to improper preparation shall be corrected and returned by the Contractor at no additional cost to the Government. A GPS derived map showing the track of aerial application for the project or the areas serviced utilizing ground based equipment or hand crews will also be submitted.

8.0 FINAL INSPECTION: Final inspection shall be arranged thru the Contracting Officer’s Representative at NAVFAC SE Jacksonville, Florida, and the Performance Assessment Representatives identified in each task order.

9. 0 SCHEDULE

Extension of completion dates will be granted for conditions that cannot be controlled by the contractor (e.g. military related delays). The specified time for completion is as follows:

Phase 1 Herbicide application of all designated areas (usually not prior to July 1 nor later than Nov 1 in any calendar year)

Completion Date As noted in each task order

10. TIME FOR COMPLETION: Herbicide application shall be completed by the time designated in each Task Order.

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