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Performance Work Statement Summary: Pest Control Services Contract – Hidden Dam & Hensley Lake

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) describes pest control services for Hidden Dam and Hensley Lake located in Raymond, Madera County, California. The contract requires one annual Ground Squirrel and Pocket Gopher Abatement service spanning twelve consecutive weeks during late winter to early spring, and twelve monthly Mouse, Rat, and Insect Abatement services per contract year. The contractor must furnish all labor, materials, equipment, transportation, and supplies necessary to perform these services across designated areas including Hidden View Recreation Area, Buck Ridge Recreation Area, Hidden View Campground, Vista Point, Road 400 Access Points, and Project Headquarters, with a fifteen-foot buffer zone extending from roads, parking lots, buildings, and campground features. Services shall be performed Monday through Friday between 0745 and 1630 hours, excluding Federal holidays, with start dates determined by the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).

The contractor must obtain and maintain a California Department of Pesticide Regulation Qualified Applicator License (QAL) or Certificate (QAC), a valid California Pest Control Business License, and active registration permits from the Madera County Agricultural Commissioner's Office. All chemical applications require prior COR written approval with ten business days' notice, Safety Data Sheets, and EPA registration documentation. The contractor shall establish a comprehensive Quality Control Plan addressing inspection procedures, employee rosters, organizational structure, and quarterly on-site visits. Required insurance includes Workmen's Compensation, Employers' Liability ($100,000 minimum), and Comprehensive Automobile Liability ($200,000 per person/$500,000 per occurrence for bodily injury; $20,000 property damage). The contract period consists of a twelve-month Base Year and four optional twelve-month years exercisable at Government discretion. Performance standards require 90% acceptable quality level for ground squirrel and pocket gopher services, 90% for mouse, rat, and insect services, and 100% completion of pre-work submittals with in-person pre-work meeting attendance at the project headquarters.

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Performance Work Statement Pest Control Services Contract - Hidden Dam & Hensley Lake

02 July 2026

1. General Information

This is a performance-based contract for Pest Control services at Hidden Dam, Hensley Lake located in Raymond, Madera County, California. The overall responsibility of the Contractor is to plan, coordinate, organize, manage, and perform the services described within this Performance Work Statement (PWS) in accordance with the performance objectives.

2. Introduction

This Performance Work Statement describes the basic objectives for Pest Control services to be performed at Hidden View Recreation Area, Buck Ridge Recreation Area, Hidden View Campground, Vista Point, Road 400 Access Points, Project Headquarters, and other areas at Hidden Dam, Hensley Lake located in Raymond, Madera County, CA.

3. Description of Services

The Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, transportation and supplies necessary to perform the tasks within this PWS. The Contractor shall be responsible for all costs related to performing Pest Control services within the Hidden Dam, Hensley Lake project boundary.

Services shall include:

• One (1) Ground Squirrel and Pocket Gopher Abatement service per contract year.

• Twelve (12) monthly Mouse, Rat, and Insect Abatement services per contract year.

Start dates will be determined by the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). All work, materials and equipment shall be subject to the control and approval of the COR.

4. Site Inspection

Many portions of the service areas contain high and low obstacles, steep hillsides, large boulders, and soft ground.

5. Pre-Work Meeting

At least ten (10) days prior to commencement of work, the Prime Contractor shall contact the COR to schedule a pre-work meeting. This meeting will be held in-person with the prime contractor and any sub-contractors at the Hidden Dam, Hensley Lake Project Headquarters, located at 25207 Road 407, Raymond, CA 93653. Virtual attendance at the pre-work meeting will not be authorized.

During the pre-work meeting, the Contractor shall provide the COR with the following for approval:

• The Contractor shall submit an Accident Prevention Plan (APP) as detailed in Section 13.

• The Contractor shall provide copies of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all chemical products to be used by the Contractor and/or their employees during the execution of this contract.

• The Contractor shall provide a list of Uniform and Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) to be used for the execution of contract services.

• The Contractor shall provide the Contractor’s Quality Control Plan, as detailed below.

• The Contractor shall provide all licenses, certifications, and permits required to perform the work detailed in this Performance Work Statement (PWS) and as required by Federal, State and local regulations including the following:

A California Department of Pesticide Regulation (CDPR) Qualified Applicator License (QAL) or Qualified Applicator Certificate (QAC) A valid California Pest Control Business License

• Active registration permits from the Madera County Agricultural Commissioner’s Office

• The Contractor shall provide proof of insurance as follows:

The Contractor shall procure and maintain insurance for any and all employees during the entire period of his/her performance under this contract.

The Contractor shall provide and maintain during the entire performance of this contract, at least the kinds and minimum amounts of insurance required as identified in this contract. Before commencing work under this contract, the Contractor shall provide the COR with a Certificate of Insurance (COI) outlining the required insurance listed below.

Required Insurance:

Workmen’s Compensation and Occupational Disease Coverage in accordance with statutory limits.

Employers’ Liability coverage with a minimum limit of $100,000.

Comprehensive Automobile Liability Insurance: Bodily Injury coverage with minimum limits of

$200,000 per person and $500,000 per occurrence.

Property Damage Coverage with a minimum limit of $20,000 per occurrence.

6. Contractor’s Quality Control Plan (QCP)

The Contractor shall establish and maintain a complete QCP to assure the requirements are met. The COR will inspect performance as outlined in the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP). The Contractor’s QCP shall be forwarded to the COR at time of award. The COR will review the QCP and list any needed clarifications, and return to the Contractor for response, if necessary. The Contractor’s QCP shall include the following, or have incorporated into the document during performance of the contract, at a minimum:

• An inspection plan covering all services required by this contract. The inspection plan shall specify the areas to be inspected on either a scheduled or unscheduled basis, how often inspections shall be accomplished and documented, and shall specify the title of the individual(s) who will perform the inspections.

• On-site records of all inspections conducted by the Contractor (Prime Contractor and Sub-Contractor if applicable) noting necessary corrective actions taken. Available to the COR.

• Procedures for identifying and preventing deficiencies before performance levels become unacceptable.

• Methods for identifying, preventing, and correcting deficiencies in performance before performance levels fall below acceptable thresholds. Provide an organizational chart identifying intermediate supervisory responsibilities and overall management roles dedicated to ensuring total acceptable contract performance.

• Maintain a roster of all employees performing services under this contract. This roster must verify that each employee meets the required professional suitability standards, physical requirements of the job, and mandatory professional certifications.

• The Prime Contractor shall visit the work site in-person on a quarterly basis (every 3 months) to perform quality control and to ensure performance is in accordance with the Performance Work Statement.

• A Letter of Commitment, signed and acknowledged by both the Prime Contractor and Sub-Contractor shall be submitted prior to the commencement of work if services within the contract will be sub-contracted to ensure clarity, accountability, and mitigating potential disputes.

• The Contractor shall maintain telephone services that will enable the COR and his/her designated representative to have communication capability during business hours. The Contractor shall return all calls to the COR within 24 hours.

• The Contractor and their employees shall be capable of communicating with visitors, other contractors, outside agencies and project personnel in a respectful and courteous manner.

• The Contractor shall comply with all applicable Federal, State, and local regulations.

8. Materials, Equipment & Supplies

• The Contractor shall be responsible for all materials and equipment in their possession. The Contractor shall be accountable for any loss, damage, or misuse of equipment and/or property being used during the performance of contractual services.

• All equipment shall be operated in accordance with manufacturer’s guidelines and operating manuals.

• All damage to Government facilities and/or environmental features, as well as to private property by the Contractor and/or his/her employees will be reported to the COR within 24 hours. All damaged property will be returned to the original condition, as directed by the Contracting Officer or COR. Any damage caused by the Contractor to plant/trees or other environmental features will be the liability of the Contractor. The damage expense and cost of repair will be the responsibility of the Contractor.

9. Reporting

• The Contractor shall maintain an accurate record of and shall notify the COR immediately following the occurrence/discovery, of any accidents resulting in death, injury, occupational disease, and/or damage to property or equipment, incidental to work performed under this contract.

• All personal property found anywhere on Government property shall be accounted for and turned over to a Park Ranger or COR for inclusion into the Lost and Found Program.

• The Contractor shall submit an invoice for payment, verifying that all units, quantities and amounts are true and correct. Invoices shall include contract number, invoice number, and name of company. The Contractor shall submit a Safety Exposure Report, to the COR for each month services are performed and with each invoice submitted.

• The Contractor shall immediately report to the COR any needed repairs, malfunctions, damage, vandalism to Government property, and/or any potential safety hazards encountered while performing services. If there is an immediate danger to the public or the potential thereof, the Contractor shall notify the Project Headquarters and/or a Park Ranger immediately.

10. Security

The security requirements described below apply to all contract personnel (including employees of the prime Contractor and all subcontractors employees) supporting the performance requirements of this contract.

• Compliance Responsibility: The Contractor is solely responsible for ensuring compliance with these security requirements. Questions regarding security matters shall be addressed to the designated Government representative (e.g., Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), Requiring Activity (RA) representative, or Contracting Officer).

• Training Timelines: The Department of Defense (DoD) and Army security training requirements specified below are performance requirements. All applicable contract personnel shall complete initial training within 30 days of contract award or prior to commencing work on the contract.

• Documentation & Records: Within five (5) business days of training completion, the Contractor shall provide written documentation (e.g., email or memorandum) to the Government representative. This documentation shall list the names of contract personnel trained and the specific training completed. The Contractor shall maintain training records in their contract files and be prepared to provide copies of certificates upon request.

• Access & Force Protection: Contractor personnel and vehicles are subject to search when entering federal installations. All contract personnel shall comply with Force Protection Condition (FPCON) measures, Random Antiterrorism Measures (RAMs), and Health Protection Condition (HPCON) measures.

• Elevated Threat Levels: The Contractor is responsible for meeting performance requirements during elevated FPCON and/or HPCON levels in accordance with applicable RA plans and procedures, including identifying mission-essential and non-mission-essential personnel.

• Antiterrorism (AT) Level 1 Training: All contract personnel requiring routine access to Army installations, facilities, and controlled access areas, or requiring network access, shall complete initial and annual refresher AT Level 1 awareness training. Training can be completed at https://jkodirect.jten.mil (or current DoD-designated site).

• Physical Security and Access Control Requirements: All contract personnel requiring physical access to a federal installation or facility shall comply with the access control procedures of that location.

o Personnel Vetting: Contract personnel requiring unescorted access to meet contract performance requirements on a DoD installation in the U.S. shall be vetted by the installation/facility Provost Marshal/Directorate of Emergency Services/Security Office using the National Crime Information Center-Interstate Identification Index (NCIC-III) and Terrorist Screening Database (TSDB).

o Escorted Access: Contract personnel who do not meet the requirements for unescorted access to USACE facilities shall coordinate escorted access with the Government representative, as needed.

o Key and Lock Control: Contract personnel who receive keys, access cards, or lock combinations providing access to government-owned property shall comply with key and lock control procedures of the RA.

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• Suspicious Activity Reporting Training (iWatch/ Corps Watch/ See Something, Say Something):

All contract personnel shall receive initial and annual refresher training from the RA representative on the local suspicious activity reporting program. This locally developed training provides contract personnel with general information on suspicious behavior and guidance on reporting suspicious activity to the Government representative, security representative, or law enforcement entity.

• Employment Eligibility Verification (E-Verify Program): Contractors shall comply with the requirements set forth in FAR clause 52.222-54 (Employment Eligibility Verification) using the E- Verify Program (https://www.e-verify.gov/) to meet contract employment eligibility requirements.

o Candidate Roster: An initial list of verified/eligible candidates shall be provided to the COR no later than ten (10) business days after contract award (or prior to commencing work on-site).

• Contractor Vehicle Identification: All Contractor-owned/leased vehicles utilized on the installation shall be identified with the company name or logo conspicuously displayed on door panels.

Professionally made magnetic signs or pressure-sensitive decals are authorized to comply with this specification.

11. Pesticides, Chemicals, and Environmental Compliance

1. Licensing, Licensing Verification, and Permits:

• Required Credentials: Prior to the initiation of any work, the Contractor shall provide the COR with valid proof of the following:

o A California Department of Pesticide Regulation (CDPR) Qualified Applicator License

(QAL) or Qualified Applicator Certificate (QAC) o A valid California Pest Control Business License o Active registration permits from the Madera County Agricultural Commissioner’s Office

• Contractor Responsibility: The Contractor and all assigned employees shall remain licensed and permitted to operate all equipment necessary to complete the work under this contract. Maintaining active license and permits is the sole financial and administrative responsibility of the Contractor.

2. Chemical Approval and Safety Documentation:

• COR Pre-Approval Required: The Contractor shall not apply any pesticide, herbicide, or chemical on government property without prior written approval from the COR.

• Submittal Package: At least ten (10) business days prior to the scheduled application, the

Contractor shall submit a complete submittal package to the COR containing:

o The Safety Data Sheets (SDS) o The manufacturer's product label demonstrating EPA registration.

• Storage and Compliance: All chemicals must be stored in their original, labeled containers. The

Contractor shall strictly adhere to manufacturer instructions and comply with all applicable Federal, State, and local regulations governing pesticide application. Only chemicals approved for use on Federal property shall be applied.

3. Restricted-Use Pesticides:

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• The use of restricted-use pesticides is strictly prohibited. Exceptions will only be considered under extraordinary circumstances and require prior, explicit written authorization.

4. Equipment Standards and Off-Site Maintenance:

• Standards Compliance: All bait stations, sprayers, and application equipment must meet or exceed all Federal, State, and local regulatory safety standards.

• Off-Site Equipment Clean-Up: Clean-up and rinsing of chemical application equipment shall be performed strictly off-project and off Government property. No rinse water or chemical residue shall be discharged on federal land.

5. Mixing and Transport of Chemicals:

• Off-Site Mixing: Mixing of chemicals on Government property is strictly prohibited and must be performed off-project.

• Spill Prevention: The Contractor is solely responsible for the safe transit of pre-mixed chemicals.

The Contractor must carry a fully stocked chemical spill kit on all transit vehicles and immediately report any spills on Federal property to the COR and local environmental authorities

6. Post-Application Record Keeping and Reporting:

• Record Keeping: In accordance with California and Federal Law, the Contractor shall document all chemical applications. The Contractor shall utilize the Post-Application Form to record:

o Brand name, EPA registration number, and active ingredients of the chemical o Exact locations, dates, and times of application o Total dilution rate, concentration, and quantity used o Targeted pests or vegetation

• Submission Timeline: Completed Post-Application Forms must be submitted electronically to the COR within 24 hours of application (or no later than the close of business on the day of application).

12. Services to be Performed

The Contractor shall provide all labor, equipment, materials, and licenses to abate rodent and pest activity at Hidden Dam, Hensley Lake.

PART A: GROUND SQUIRREL AND POCKET GOPHER ABATEMENT SERVICES:

1. Timing of Performance:

• Annual Service Window: The Contractor shall perform one (1) Ground Squirrel and Pocket Gopher Abatement service per contract year. This service shall span twelve (12) consecutive weeks during the late winter to early spring transition, with the exact start date determined by the COR based on weather and biological conditions.

• Response to Mobilization: The Contractor shall commence work within ten (10) business days of receiving a formal mobilization notice from the COR.

2. Initial Assessment Period (Weeks 1 & 2):

• Mapping & Flagging: Within the first fourteen (14) calendar days of mobilization, the Contractor shall survey all designated service areas and submit a GPS-marked map detailing the locations of all active burrows. The Contractor shall mark each active burrow utilizing physical wire-staff flags. Which will remain in place for the duration of the treatment.

• Government Review: The COR will review the maps and flag placements, providing quality assurance feedback within three (3) business days of submittal.

• Methodology Submission: During this assessment period, the Contractor shall submit their proposed treatment methods, EPA-approved chemical list, and safety protocols to the COR. No treatment shall begin without prior written approval from the COR.

3. Treatment Period (Weeks 3 through 12):

• Initial Treatment: All marked and approved service areas must receive their initial treatment within fourteen (14) calendar days following the COR's approval of the assessment.

• Routine Inspections: The Contractor shall inspect each active service area no less than twice (2x) weekly for the remainder of the 12-week contract period.

• Activity Tracking (Mound Leveling): After treating a burrow or mound, the Contractor shall fill, level, and tamp the soil. This ensures that any "new" or "re-opened" burrows can be easily identified and re-treated during the next scheduled service day.

4. Safety & Equipment Standards:

• Bait Station Security: Any bait stations or traps deployed must be securely anchored to the ground to prevent tampering or displacement by non-target wildlife or the public.

• Carbon Monoxide Equipment: Carbon monoxide-emitting equipment may only be used if paired with a smoke oil tracer. The operator must actively monitor the application site and immediately stop the equipment if carbon monoxide leaks are detected above-ground.

• Equipment Removal: All bait stations, traps, and wire flags must be completely removed from Government property within ten (10) calendar days of completing the treatment period.

5. Quality Control:

• Service Mapping: The Contractor shall maintain and continuously update GPS-enabled maps identifying all active, treated, and inactive ground squirrel and gopher burrow locations.

• Weekly Reporting: Every Monday during the 10-week Treatment Period, the Contractor shall submit an electronic report to the COR containing:

• An updated map of active and treated holes/mounds.

• The precise count of active holes/mounds identified during that week's visits.

• The number of physical rodent sightings observed during performance.

6. Service Areas: Ground Squirrel and Pocket Gopher services shall be performed at the locations designated in Attachment E, which include:

• Administration Area

• Hidden Dam Area

• Dikes

• Hidden View Campground and Recreation Area

• Buck Ridge Recreation Area

• Vista Point

• Boundary Buffer Zones: In addition to the specific boundaries marked on the maps , the service area shall explicitly include a fifteen (15) foot buffer zone extending from the outer edge of the following features:

• Fifteen (15) feet from the outer edge of both sides of all paved and unpaved roads.

• Fifteen (15) feet from the perimeter of all parking lots.

• Fifteen (15) feet from the exterior walls of all buildings and structures.

• Fifteen (15) feet from the perimeter of all campground and picnic site features (including tent pads, picnic tables, shade structures, grills, and fire rings).

PART B: MOUSE, RAT, AND INSECT ABATEMENT SERVICES

1. Service Frequency and Scheduling:

• Routine Monthly Service: The Contractor shall perform twelve (12) routine monthly services per contract year. The Contractor and the COR shall establish a recurring, mutually agreed-upon day of the month for this service (e.g., "the second Tuesday of every month") and this shall be maintained throughout the course of the contract service year.

• Ad-Hoc Call-Outs: For unscheduled service requests, the Contractor shall mobilize and begin performance on-site within five (5) business days of receiving a telephone or email request from the

COR.

2. Initial Assessment & Target Pests:

• Assessment: Prior to initiating, the Contractor shall assess all service areas and submit information to the COR with evidence of infestation of mice, rats, and insects at each of the service areas. Photographs are expected to be included as part of this assessment.

• Target Insect Definition: For the purposes of this contract, "insects" are defined as, but not limited:

ants, spiders, wasps (including mud daubers), earwigs, crickets, roaches, and silverfish.

• Odor Prevention (Rodents): The Contractor shall determine the pest abatement procedures and methods of treatment that will achieve the most desirable outcome. For interior rodent control, the Contractor shall prioritize non-chemical traps, physical exclusion, and structural sealing. Chemical baiting inside occupied buildings is strictly prohibited to prevent carcass decay, odors, and biological hazards within wall cavities. Prior to the commencement of work, all abatement procedures and methods shall be approved by the COR.

• Chemicals: All chemical applications shall be compliant and administered in accordance with the manufacture’s recommendations, Federal, State, and county laws.

3. Quality Control & Biohazard Cleanup:

• Reporting: The Contractor shall submit an electronic service report, including photographs of treated areas and any active infestations. Completed treatment reports shall be provided to the COR within twenty-four (24) hours of completing each monthly service. Following the treatment process, areas shall be free of any rat/mouse and/or nesting materials.

• Sanitation & Hantavirus Protocol: To facilitate accurate tracking of "new" activity, the Contractor must clean and sanitize all areas containing rodent droppings or nesting materials during each visit.

Prior to each treatment, the Contractor shall survey the areas to locate and identify where the pest activity is occurring

• Safety Requirement: Droppings must be treated with an EPA-registered disinfectant and removed using a certified HEPA-filter vacuum in accordance with CDC safety guidelines. Dry sweeping or regular vacuuming of droppings is strictly prohibited.

13. Safety And Occupational Health

1. Accident Prevention Plan (APP): The Government considers the Prime Contractor to be the "controlling employer" for all worksite safety and health of the subcontractors

• Preparation & Framework: The Contractor shall prepare a written, site-specific Accident Prevention Plan (APP). The APP must be prepared by a designated Competent Person in strict accordance with the format and requirements of USACE EM 385-1-1 (Safety and Health Requirements Manual, dated 15 March 2024), ENG Form 6293 (APP Worksheet), and the provisions herein. The APP must be job-specific and address any unusual or unique aspects of the project or activity for which is written.

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): The Contractor shall use PPE as identified in EM 385-1-1, Safety and Health Requirements Manual. The use of proper PPE shall be determined at the pre-work meeting following the Contractor’s submittal of an activity hazard analysis. The Contractor and their employees shall be required to adhere to the following standards of dress and conduct while performing work. These regulations are enforceable as per the EM 385-1-1, the California State Health Code, and County Codes. All Contractor personnel shall be identifiable by wearing a company uniform or clothing with the company name or logo conspicuously displayed on the clothing.

• Submittal Timeline: The Contractor shall submit the APP to the USACE Project Safety Officer within ten (10) calendar days of contract award, or at least fifteen (15) calendar days prior to the start of any physical on-site work, whichever occurs first.

• Review & Approval: The Government will review the APP within ten (10) calendar days of receipt.

The Contractor shall resubmit the document with any requested changes within five (5) calendar days of receiving comments. No physical work shall begin on-site until the COR has provided formal, written approval of the APP.

2. Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA)

• AHA Submittal: The Contractor shall prepare and submit a task-specific AHA for each Definable Feature of Work (DFOW) to the COR for review at least ten (10) business days prior to the start of that activity.

• Sign-off Requirements: All AHAs must be signed by the Contractor's designated Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO), Superintendent, and the subcontractor foreman performing the work.

• Dual-Role Provision: For the purposes of this service contract, the Contractor's designated site lead may fulfill the dual roles of SSHO and Quality Control Manager, provided they meet the competency requirements set forth in EM 385-1-1.

14. Sustainability and Environmental Compliance

• Green Procurement Standards: The Contractor shall utilize sustainable, biobased, and environmentally preferable products in the performance of all services under this contract. These products must align with the federal Green Procurement Compilation (GPC) database hosted at https://sftool.gov/greenprocurement.

• Required Sustainable Products: The Contractor shall ensure the following minimum standards are met for materials used under this contract:

o Pesticides/Herbicides: Must be EPA "Safer Choice" certified or USDA "Bio Preferred" where operationally viable and approved by the COR o Equipment Lubricants: All bar/chain oils, 2-cycle engine oils, and hydraulic fluids used on-site must be USDA-certified biobased products

15. Estimated Service Schedule and POP

• Period of Performance: The contract period consists of a 12-month Base Year and four (4) consecutive 12-month Option Years, to be exercised at the sole discretion of the Government:

• Service Hours: All routine services shall be performed between 0745 and 1630, Monday through Friday, excluding Federal holidays, unless otherwise approved in writing by the COR.

• Schedule Modifications: The days of service shall be negotiated and finalized with the COR prior to the start of performance. If environmental conditions, lake levels, or park closures require a schedule adjustment, the Contractor shall notify the COR at least 24 hours in advance. Payment will only be made for those services actually performed.

• Scope Adjustments: Any permanent changes to service frequency or quantities due to budgetary constraints or operational needs shall be executed via a written, contract modification signed by the Contracting Officer (KO).

16. Performance Evaluation and Remedial Actions

• Management & Quality Control: The Contractor is solely responsible for all quality control actions.

The Government will perform Quality Assurance (QA) to verify that the standards in the Performance Requirements Summary (PRS) are met.

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• Corrective Action Process:

o First Occurrence: The COR will verbally notify the Contractor of any service discrepancy and log the deficiency. The Contractor must correct the issue within 24 hours (or an agreed-upon timeline).

o Contract Discrepancy Report (CDR): If the Contractor fails to correct the discrepancy, or if performance remains unacceptable, the KO will issue a formal CDR.

o Financial Deductions: Upon issuance of a CDR, the KO will apply a financial deduction to the periodic invoice payment. Deductions will be calculated using the specific, objective formulas set forth in Attachment A (Performance Requirements Summary).

o Cure Notice: The issuance of three (3) unresolved CDRs within a single contract year may result in the KO issuing a formal Cure Notice, which serves as the preliminary step toward Termination for Default.

17. Payment and Invoices

1. Submission of Invoices:

• Invoices for payment shall be submitted upon completion of tasks as outlined in the price/payment schedule. Incomplete or inaccurate invoices shall be returned to the Contractor for revision.

• Courtesy Copy to COR: Concurrently with the payment submission, the Contractor shall email a signed PDF copy of the invoice and all required supporting documentation to the COR.

• Mailing Address (For Backup Records Only): If electronic submission is temporarily unavailable due to system outages, backup physical documentation may be mailed to:

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Sacramento District

Hidden Dam, Hensley Lake Attn: Contracting Officer’s Representative

P.O. Box 85 Raymond, CA 93653-0085

2. Proper Invoice Requirements

To be considered a "proper invoice" under the Prompt Payment Act (5 CFR 1315), each submittal must include:

• Contractor name, address, and contact information.

• Invoice date and unique invoice number.

• Contract Number and Task Order Number (referencing Block 2 of the SF 1449).

• Itemized Line Item Numbers (CLINs) matching the contract schedule, including quantities, unit prices, and extended totals.

• The specific billing period for which services were performed.

• Safety Exposure Report: the Safety Exposure Report (Attachment C) shall be submitted concurrently with the monthly invoice, notwithstanding the pre-printed date on the form. A completed Safety

Exposure Report (CESPD Form 94-R, Attachment C) for the hours worked during the billing period. Invoices will not be processed or approved without this report.

• Clear marking of "FINAL" on the last invoice of the contract period.

18. Performance of Work Requirements Summary

1. The purpose of this exhibit is to:

a. List the contract requirements considered most critical to acceptable contract performance.

b. Show, where applicable, the maximum allowable degree of deviation from perfect performance for each requirement that shall be allowed by the Government before contract performance is considered unsatisfactory.

c. Define the procedures the Government shall use in reducing the Contractor’s monthly payment if satisfactory performance is not rendered.

2. The Government’s quality assurance procedures are based on actual performance of the contract and all areas will be reviewed periodically, (e.g. daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, semi-annually, etc.).

Performance Standard Acceptable Quality Level (AQL)

Method and Frequency of

Inspection Remedy

Completion of all pre-work submittals and attendance at Pre-Work Meeting

100% completion and approval

COR Approval of submittals and confirmed attendance at PRE-

Work Meeting

The Contractor shall complete the requirements of the pre-work submittals and attend the meeting before work can begin

Successful completion of Ground Squirrel and

Pocket Gopher Abatement services as per specifications outlined in

PWS.

90% required at the AQL

Random inspections by the COR.

Contractor shall re-perform at no additional cost to the Government until

AQL is achieved

Successful completion of Mice, Rat, and Insect

Abatement services as per specifications outlined in

PWS.

90% required at the AQL

Random inspections by the COR.

Contractor shall re-perform at no additional cost to the Government until

AQL is achieved

During the pre-work meeting, the Contractor shall provide the COR with the following for approval:
The Contractor shall submit an Accident Prevention Plan (APP) as detailed in Section 13.
4. Safety & Equipment Standards:
PART B: MOUSE, RAT, AND INSECT ABATEMENT SERVICES
1. Service Frequency and Scheduling:
2. Initial Assessment & Target Pests:
3. Quality Control & Biohazard Cleanup:
1. Accident Prevention Plan (APP): The Government considers the Prime Contractor to be the "controlling employer" for all worksite safety and health of the subcontractors
2. Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA)

Mailing Address (For Backup Records Only): If electronic submission is temporarily unavailable due to system outages, backup physical documentation may be mailed to:

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