PWS - W9127N25QA030.pdf

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

US Army Corps of Engineers Portland District

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)

& TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

WILLAMETTE VALLEY PROJECTS

VEGETATION MANAGEMENT

IDIQ CONTRACT

ATTACHMENT A WILLAMETTE VALLEY AND ROGUE RIVER BASIN PROJECT SITES

ATTACHMENT B HERBICIDE POST-APPLICATION REPORT TEMPLATE

ATTACHMENT C NOXIOUS WEED COOP ANNUAL PESTICED USE REPORTING TEMPLATE

ATTACHMENT D APPROVED HERBICIDE LIST

ATTACHMENT E POTENTIAL HISTORIC PROPERTIES

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)

WILLAMETTE VALLEY PROJECT VEGETATION MANAGEMENT

1 GENERAL

This is a non-personal services contract to provide vegetation management services. The Contractor is responsible for meeting all terms and conditions of this contract, any sub-contractors used to perform the required services are solely accountable to the Contractor. The Government shall not exercise any supervision or control over subcontractors. The Government reserves the right to inspect, at any time, any service performed under this contract, including services performed by sub-contractors to determine if the work meets contract requirements. A Multiple Award Task Order Contract (MATOC) contract is considered the optimal process to address these requirements. The Contractor is responsible for all aspects of the work to achieve acceptance of work completed.

1.1 Scope

The Willamette Valley and Rogue River Basin Project consists of 15 interconnected dams and reservoirs as shown in Attachment A. Each of these dams and reservoirs require a Vegetation-Free Zone to allow reliable access to, and along, applicable levees, floodwalls, embankment dams, and critical appurtenant structures in all flood damage reduction systems. The Vegetation-Free Zone allows access by personnel and equipment for surveillance, inspection, maintenance, monitoring, and flood fighting and provides unobstructed space for construction of temporary flood-control structures.

Access is typically by four-wheel-drive vehicles, but occasionally requires larger equipment such as tractors, bulldozers, dump trucks, and helicopters. The work covered by this contract and its prospective Task Orders shall consist of performing vegetation management at sites within the Willamette Valley and Rogue River Basin in accordance with the performance-based specifications contained herein and contained in Task Orders issued against this contract. The Contractor shall furnish all labor, equipment, materials and supplies necessary to perform tree/shrub clearing, vegetative/debris clearing, herbicide application, mowing, and biological vegetation control (e.g.

goats).

1.2 Contract Type

Firm Fixed Price Indefinite-Delivery Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) (also called a Multiple Award Task Order Contract (MATOC)) contract. The total amount of the contract shall not exceed $2,834,000.00.

The minimum guarantee for this contract will be $2,500.00, available for invoicing by the awardee only should no other Task Orders in aggregate exceeding the minimum guarantee be awarded.

1.3 Location

The contract area of this Performance Work Statement (PWS) consists of dams and reservoirs within Jackson, Linn, Lane, and Marion counties of Oregon. Refer to area map provided in Attachment A.

Specific work areas will be specified within each Task Order.

1.4 Contract Effective Period

The contract ordering is five (5) years from date of award. Each Task Order will include its own period of performance appropriate for the awarded scope of work.

1.5 Working Hours

Schedule all work to be performed within the work hours specified in the individual Task Orders. The -1630, Monday through Thursday. No work is allowed on weekends or federal holidays unless approved by the Contracting Officer.

1.6 Recognized Holidays

January 1st 3rd

Day 3rd Monday in February, Memorial Day Last Monday in May, Juneteenth June 19th, Independence Day July 4th, Labor Day 1st Monday in September, Columbus Day 2nd Monday in

November 11th, Thanksgiving Day 4th Thursday in November, Christmas Day December 25th.

1.7 Unusual Conditions

Immediately inform the Contracting Officer by phone and follow up in writing, when requested, of any unusual conditions observed on Government Lands or Waters such as dumping, vandalism, or damages.

1.8 Applicable Publications

Perform all work in accordance with applicable publications. They include but are not limited to:

a)

Contractor.

b) Operating Manuals.

c) Industrial Standards and Codes (latest editions).

d) American National Standards Institute (ANSI).

e) American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM).

f) Corps of Engineers Manual, EM 385-1-1, Safety and Health Requirements Manual (2024).

1.9 Materials

Provide all materials necessary to perform all services under this contract and the individual Task Orders. No Government furnished materials or equipment are anticipated.

1.10 Operators

Furnish an operator for all equipment. The furnished operator must be thoroughly qualified in the use of the piece of equipment supplied in order to achieve the maximum efficiency of equipment utilized.

Operators must be incidental to the equipment. Include all cost associated with operators in the line items for each specific type of equipment.

1.11 Partnering

The Government intends to implement partnering principles in the administration of the contract. A formal partnering meeting will not be held, however, the Government will conduct the contract administration in accordance with this informal partnering concept and will discuss partnering at the pre-work meeting(s). Key to a successful contract is open and honest communication, effective and efficient contract performance, resolution of disputes, and a professional relationship between all project team members. The Government and Contractor working in a team environment is critical to contract execution. The Contractor is urged to bring up issues early and to work with the Government towards contract requirements.

1.12 On Ramp and Off Ramp Procedures

process and maintain a sufficient pool of contract awardees. The total number of Contractors within each pool may fluctuate due to any number of reasons including, but not limited to, competition levels

-ramp process. It is compete for Tas

1.12.1 On-Ramping

Contractors will be notified that on-ramping additional contractors may occur at any time during the life of the MATOC, and that the determination to utilize the on-ramping procedures below will rest solely on the Government. The Government will determine when and how often on-ramping will be used throughout the life of the contract. Contractors will be notified when on-ramping is to take place.

The Government will determine whether it would be in its best interest to initiate an on-ramp to add additional Contractor(s) to the pool at any time, subject to the following conditions:

a) An open season notice is published in Government Point of Entry in accordance with FAR Part 5, Publicizing Contract Action. During open season the same procedures will be followed as putting the initial contracts in place. USACE will utilize Source Selection Procedures outlined in Solicitation Number W9127N25QA030.

b) The determination of the use of seed or sample projects will be made at time of the acquisition planning for the open season. The projects utilized will be representative of the projects that will be advertised on the MATOC.

c) An open season solicitation is issued under current Federal procurement law.

d) The solicitation identifies the total anticipated number of new contracts the Government intends to award.

e) Any Offeror that meets the eligibility requirements set forth in the original solicitation may submit a proposal in response to the solicitation.

f) The award decision under the open season solicitation is based upon substantially the same evaluation factors/sub-factors as the original solicitation.

g)

h) The minimum guarantee will be $2,500 in services for each contract award.

i) The terms and conditions of any resulting awards are materially identical to the existing version of the contract.

j) The period of performance term for any new awards is coterminous with the existing term for all other Contractors.

k) The Government will restrict on-ramping to small businesses.

l) Immediately upon on-ramping, the Contractor is eligible to submit a proposal in response to any task order solicitation and receive task order awards with the same rights and obligations as any other Contractor.

1.12.2 Off-Ramping

Off-Ramping is defined as the process of removing a Contractor from the MATOC pool. The Government intends to Off-Ramp non-performing Contractors through any of the methods outlined below:

a) limited to, unsatisfactory performance on task orders under the MATOC, or failure to regularly submit proposals in response to Requests for Proposals issued under the MATOC. The Government will inform prospective offerors in the Solicitation for the MATOC that failure to actively participate in the MATOC by proposing on solicited projects may resulting in the

b) Debarment, Suspension, or Ineligibility as defined in FAR Subpart 9.4.

c) Termination for Default as defined in FAR Part 49.

2 DEFINITIONS

2.1 Contractor

The prime Contractor and all contractor employees and personnel. The prime Contractor is responsible for ensuring all subcontractors comply with the provisions of this contract.

2.2 Contracting Officer (KO)

An individual executing this contract on behalf of the Government, and any other officer or civilian employee who is properly designated Contracting Officer; and the term includes, except as otherwise provided in this contract, the authorized representative of a Contracting Officer acting within the limits of their authority.

2.3

Representative, acting within the limits of their authority. The COR is not authorized to change any of the terms and conditions of the resulting order.

2.4 Quality Control (QC)

Action taken by the Contractor and/or their personnel to document, inspect, and control performance of services to ensure they meet the specifications and requirements of this contract.

2.5 Quality Assurance (QA)

A effective, and the Contractor is providing services, which are in accordance with this contract.

3 REFERENCES

Comply with applicable federal, state, local, and USACE standards, including:

a) EM-385-1-1 (2024)

b) 29 CFR 1926

c) Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

d) Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

e) Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (ODEQ)

f) Oregon Administrative Regulation (OAR)

Each Task Order may include additional specifications as applicable.

4 ELEMENTS OF TASK ORDERS

4.1 Task Order Location and Site Access

Project locations, work areas, and site access shall be provided in the individual Task Orders. The Contractor is responsible for access to, into, and through all locations. Contractor is responsible for securing all barricades or gates in which they access through onto Government Property. In the event that the Contractor needs to access Government property via an adjacent landowner, the Contractor is responsible for securing and obtaining the consent of landowner, representative, or agent all necessary right-of-entry permits prior to any entry into/onto private property in conjunction with the performance of this contract at no cost to the Government.

4.2 Location of Field Offices, Storage, and Other Contractor Facilities

The Contractor's field offices, staging areas, stockpile, storage, and temporary buildings shall be placed in areas approved by the Contracting Officer. Available areas shall be identified within individual Task Orders.

4.3 Contractor Required Personnel

Required Contractor personnel shall be identified within each Task Order. Requirements will reflect the scope and complexity of each project site location and service(s) to be provided. Each Task Order

Officer (SSHO), and Project Superintendent are required to be separate individuals or whether a single individual is permitted to perform multiple roles.

4.3.1 Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO)

program, and the Government accepted Accident Prevention Plan (APP). The SSHO must meet the requirements of EM 385-1-1 chapter 2. Requirement to comply with Level 1, Level 2, or Level 3 SSHO designations will be specified within the individual Task Orders.

4.3.2

The CQCM shall be onsite during all work hours to provide overall management and implementation all quality control matters for the Contractor including stoppage of work and removal of non-complying work.

4.3.3 Project Superintendent

The Contractor shall provide, in writing, to the Contracting Officer, the name or names of a Project Superintendent who will be on site with the authority and power to conduct overall management, coordination, and supervision whenever work specified herein is being performed. The Project Superintendent will serve as the central point of contact with the Government for performance of all work under this contract. The Project Superintendent shall deal directly with the Government for normal day-to-day administration of this contract. The Project Superintendent must be present at post award orientation.

4.4 Submittals

The following submittals are anticipated to be submitted for all Task Orders issued under this IDIQ contract. Additional submittal requirements (including those for herbicide use) may be identified within the individual Task Orders based on scope and complexity of work to be performed. The intent of electronic submittals is to expedite the process by reducing paperwork, improving information flow, and decreasing turnaround time. Transmit all submittals to the Government in electronic (PDF) format.

a) Accident Prevention Plan (APP) b)

c) Project Schedule: The Contractor shall submit for Government approval an Initial Schedule for each Task Order prior to start of work. Specific requirements for schedule content and format shall be specified in each Task Order.

d) Environmental Protection Plan (EPP)

e) Security Requirements Trainings (AT Level I Training, OPSEC Training, Suspicious Activity

Reporting, E-Verify)

f) Disposal Receipts

5 QUALITY CONTROL PLAN (CQC PLAN)

5.1 General

Establish and maintain an adequate quality control system to satisfactorily inspect and ensure that all work performed is in full compliance with contract specifications, drawings and maps. The program shall include, but not limited to an inspection system and records system as indicated herein. The CQC Plan shall be submitted to the Government within 30 calendar days after Task Order award and approved by the COR prior to beginning any work.

5.2 Minimum CQC Plan Requirements

The CQC Plan shall contain (at a minimum) the following elements. Additional plan requirements may be identified within the individual Task Orders based on scope and complexity of work to be performed.

a) A Letter of Authority from an officer of the company designating the CQCM b) responsibilities, and authorities of each individual with a QC function.

c) d)

5.3 Inspection System

Provide an inspection system indicating a method for identifying deficiencies in the quality of work performed during the performance period of this contract. The inspection system shall specify a phase or area of work to be inspected on a scheduled or unscheduled basis, the work requirement to be inspected, the method of inspection, periodicity of inspection, and the individual(s) who will do the inspection. Contractor shall take all necessary measures to correct deficiencies identified in each inspection during period of performance at no cost to the Government.

5.4 Records System

Keep a records system in place of all inspections conducted and all corrective actions taken. All documentation shall be made available to the Government at any time during the contract period.

5.5 enforce, make changes to, and act on behalf of the company with respect to Quality Control. The CQC Plan shall contain a Letter of Authority from an officer of the company designating the CQCM.

6 SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

6.1 General

The security requirements described below apply to all contract personnel (including employees of the requirements of this contract. The Contractor is responsible for compliance with these security requirements. Address questions regarding security matters to the designated Government representative (e.g., Contracting Officer Representative (COR) or Contracting Officer (if a COR is not appointed)). Contract personnel are critical to the overall security and safety of US Army Corps of

Engineers (USACE) installations, facilities and activities, and security awareness training contributes to those efforts. The Department of Defense (DoD) and Army security training requirements specified below, if applicable, are performance requirements; complete initial training within 30 days of contract award or the date new contract personnel begin performance on the contract. Within five business days from the completion of training, provide written documentation (e.g., email or memorandum) to the Government representative. The documentation shall include the names of contract personnel trained and which training they completed; the Contractor shall maintain training records as part of their contract files and be prepared to provide copies of training certificates to the Government representative. Contractor personnel and vehicles are subject to search when entering federal installations. Additionally, comply with Force Protection Condition (FPCON) measures, Random Antiterrorism Measures (commonly refer (HPCON) measures. The Contractor is responsible for meeting performance requirements during elevated FPCON and/or HPCON levels in accordance with applicable RA plans and procedures --this includes identifying mission essential and non-mission essential personnel. In addition to the changes otherwise authorized by the changes clause of this contract, should the FPCON or HPCON levels at any individual facility or installation change, the Government may implement security changes that affect contract personnel. Ensure all contract personnel are aware of their security responsibilities, including any site-specific requirements identified in local policies or procedures. Implement and adhere to the following requirements throughout the life of the contract. Additional security requirements may be specified within individual Task Orders.

6.2 AT Level I Training

All Contractor employees, to include subcontractor employees, requiring access to Army installations, facilities, controlled access areas, or requiring network access, shall complete initial and annual refresher AT Level I awareness training. Online AT Level I awareness training is available at http://jko.jten.mil/ (website subject to change). Training shall be completed within 30 calendar days after contract start date or effective date of incorporation of this requirement into the contract, whichever is applicable. Upon request, the Contractor shall submit certificates of completion for each affected Contractor employee and subcontractor employee, to the COR or to the Contracting Officer (if a COR is not assigned), within 5 calendar days after completion of training by all employees and subcontractor personnel.

6.3 Operations Security (OPSEC) Training

Per AR 530-1, Contractor employees must complete Level I OPSEC Training within 30 calendar days of contract award. Proposed language: "All new Contractor employees will complete Level I OPSEC Training within 30 calendar days of their reporting for duty. Additionally, all Contractor employees must complete annual OPSEC awareness training. The Contractor shall submit certificates of completion for each affected Contractor and subcontractor employee, to the COR or to the Contracting Officer (if a COR is not assigned), within 5 calendar days after completion of training. OPSEC awareness training is available at the following websites: https://www.iad.gov/ioss/ or http://www.cdse.edu/catalog/operations-security.html.

6.4 Suspicious Activity Reporting (e.g. iWATCH, CorpsWatch, or See Something, Say Something)

All Contractor personnel must receive initial and annual refresher training from the COR and/or Project Representatives on the local suspicious activity reporting program. This locally developed training will be used to inform employees of the types of behavior to watch for and instruct employees to report suspicious activity to the project manager, security representative or law enforcement entity.

This training shall be completed within 30 calendar days of contract award and within 30 calendar days of new employees commencing performance with the results reported to the COR NLT 5 calendar days after the completion of the training.

6.5 Pre-Screen Candidates Using E-Verify

Comply with the requirements set forth in FAR clause 52.222-54 Employment Eligibility Verification and FAR Subpart 22.18 in using the E-Verify Program at (https://www.e-verify.gov/) (website subject to change) to meet the contract employment eligibility requirements. Contractors are encouraged to cooperate with Federal and State agencies responsible for enforcing labor requirements to include eligibility for employment under United States immigration laws in accordance with FAR 22.102-1(i).

An initial list of verified/eligible candidates shall be provided to the COR no later than three business days after the initial contract award. When contracts are with individuals, the individuals will be required to complete a Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, and submit it to the Contracting Officer to become part of the official contract file. An initial list of verified/eligible Candidates must be provided to the COR no later than 3 business days after the initial contract award.

6.6 Escorting in Classified and/or Sensitive Areas

In accordance with applicable regulations, all Contractor personnel who do not possess the appropriate security clearance or access privileges will be escorted in areas where they may be exposed to classified information or operations, sensitive information or activities, or restricted areas.

6.7 Personnel Identity Verification (PIV)

Personnel Identity Verification (PIV) All personnel, including visitors, must provide positive verification of individual identity, in the form of a valid Government-issued photo ID prior to being granted access to non-public areas. Driver licenses that do not comply with the Real ID Act of 2005 cannot be used as the sole source for identity proofing, and a second form of photo ID will be required.

For details and current information, see the Department of Homeland Security website https://www.dhs.gov/secure-drivers-licenses.

6.8 Keys

The Government will furnish keys necessary for access to designated work areas. P ick up and sign for the necessary keys at the Project Office no more than twenty-four (24) hours prior to start of work and return the keys to the Project Office within twenty-four (24) hours after completion of work. NOTE:

Duplication of Government furnished keys is not permitted. The Contractor shall immediately report the loss of any key to the Contracting Officer. If a Government key is lost, the Contractor is responsible for the reimbursement of all costs incurred by the Government for replacement of entire lock systems throughout the lake project affected by the lost key. Contractor costs shall include, but not limited to Government labor, replacement lock costs, replacement key costs, tumbler reworking and all contracted labor costs to replace the lock systems. All replacement lock systems shall be of equal quality to the existing lock systems. The Government will determine the specific replacement lock system.

7 SAFETY

7.1 General

Perform all work in accordance with safety requirements set forth in Corps of Engineers' Manual, EM 385-1-1, entitled "Safety and Health Requirements Manual", updated 15 March 2024 copies of which are available online at https://www.usace.army.mil/Missions/Safety-and-Occupational-Health/. Any requirements for a Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO), when applicable, shall be identified within individual Task Orders.

7.2 Accident Prevention Plan (APP)

The Contractor shall provide a written, site-specific, Accident Prevention Plan (APP) in accordance with EM 385-1-1 (2024). The APP shall be submitted to the Government for approval following Task Order award. Work of the Task Order cannot proceed without an accepted APP. Additional requirement for the APP shall be specified in the individual Task Orders. At a minimum, the plan shall include any unusual or unique aspects of the project or activity for which it is written and interface part of the contract. Disregarding the provisions of the contract or the accepted APP will be grounds for stopping work, at the discretion of the COR, until the matter has been resolved. Changes to the accepted APP shall be approved by a minimum of the COR and Contractor Representative.

7.2.1 Activity Hazard Analysis (AHAs)

Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs) shall be developed by the Contractor and submitted as part of the APP. AHA format shall be in accordance with EM 385-1-1 (2024). AHAs should be used during daily inspections to ensure the implementation and effectiveness of conditions. AHAs shall be reviewed periodically and updated as necessary when hazards or procedures change.

7.2.2 Wildfires

The Willamette Valley and Rogue River Basin area experiences a high number of seasonal wildfires.

The site-specific APP shall include an emergency plan for forest fires including planned emergency egress routes and limitations on outdoor work based on Air Quality Index (AQI).

7.2.3 Emergency Medical Treatment

Contractor shall arrange for their own emergency medical treatment and identify location of planned treatment facility(ies) within the APP. Government has no responsibility to provide emergency medical treatment.

7.3 Safety Exposure Reports

Submit, in writing, a monthly safety exposure report. Submit the report by the fifth (5th) working day Include (1) the total employee hours worked by employees during the preceding month, and (2) detailed descriptions of any accidents or injuries sustained on the project by their employees during the preceding month, including copies of documents for claims Exposure Report Example: Month of October Mowing five (5) People at six (6) hours per day for ten

(10) days equals (=) three hundred (300) man-hours; Trimming two (2) People four (4) hours per day for two (2) days equals (=) sixteen (16) man-hours; Total man-hours for the month of October equals three hundred sixteen (316).

7.4 Accident Notification

Notify the COR as soon as practicable, but not later than four (4) hours, after any accident meeting the definition of Recordable Injuries or Illnesses or High Visibility Accidents, or property damage equal to or greater than $2,000. Information shall include Contractor name; contract title; type of contract;

name of activity, installation or location where accident occurred; date and time of accident; names of personnel injured; extent of property damage, if any; extent of injury, if known, and brief description of accident: to include type of equipment used, Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) used, etc. Preserve the conditions and evidence on the accident site until the Government investigation team arrives on-site and Government investigation is conducted.

7.4.1 Accident Reports

An accident constitutes any and all incidents or acts involving the Contractor, which may or may not have caused obvious damage to persons or property. All accidents must be reported to the Contracting Officer within 24 hours of the occurrence. All serious accidents (those resulting in death or injury requiring medical attention) must be reported immediately.

For recordable injuries and illnesses, and/or property damage accidents resulting in $2,000 or more in damages, the Contractor shall conduct and accident investigation to establish the root cause(s) of the accident, complete USACE Accident Report Form 3394 and provide the report to the COR within two

(2) calendar days of the accident. The COR will provide copies of any required special forms.

7.5 Operations on Federal and Public Lands

Operations conducted on Federal Lands shall comply with local Forest Service Industrial Fire Precaution Levels (IFPL) 1-4. It is the responsibility of the individual operating on public lands to know the precaution level for the day and to take the correct fire precautions. Waivers, written in advance, may be granted for any and all activities, including mechanized loading and hauling, road maintenance, cable yarding, use of power saws and equipment maintenance (other than metal cutting and welding).

7.6 Safe Conduct

Ensure that all personnel conduct all duties in a safe and professional manner. All personnel must not use or be under the influence of drugs or alcohol at any time while performing the obligations under this contract. Firearms are prohibited on Government Property. Contractor and personnel must comply with CFR 36 Rules and Regulations. Any personnel activity, which, in the opinion of the Government, is deemed detrimental to the performance of the contract may result in the removal of Contractor employee/employees and/or termination of the contract.

8 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

8.1 General

This section covers prevention of environmental pollution and damage as result of operations under this contract. This section is in addition to those measures set forth in other sections of these specifications. For the purpose of this specification, environmental pollution and damage are defined as the presence of chemical, physical, or biological elements or agents which adversely affect human health or welfare, unfavorably alter ecological balances of importance to human life; affect other species of importance to man; or degrade the utility of the environment or aesthetically, cultural and/or historical purposes.

8.2 Environmental Protection Plan (EPP)

Within 30 days after receipt of Notice of Award for each Task Order, submit in writing a site specific Environmental Protection Plan (EPP). Acceptance of the Contractor's EPP will not relieve the Contractor of responsibility for adequate and continuing control of pollutants and other environmental protection measures. The Government reserves the right to require the Contractor to make changes in EPP and operation as necessary to maintain satisfactory environmental protection performance.

Include the following at a minimum:

a) Methods for protection of features to be preserved within authorized work areas. The Contractor shall prepare a listing of methods to protect resources needing protection, i.e., trees, shrubs, vines, grasses and ground cover, landscape features, air and water quality, fish and wildlife, soil, historical, archaeological and cultural resources.

b) Procedures to be implemented to provide the required environmental protection and to comply with the applicable laws and regulation. The Contractor shall set out the procedures to be followed to correct pollution of the environment due to accident; natural causes or failure to follow the procedures set out in accordance with the environmental protection plan.

c) Permit or license and the location of solid waste disposal areas.

d) Drawings showing location of any proposed temporary excavations or embankments for haul roads, stream crossings, materials storage areas, temporary structures, sanitary facilities, and stockpiles of materials.

e) Environmental monitoring plans for the worksite, including land, water, air and noise monitoring.

f) Traffic control plan (when applicable)

g) Methods of protecting surface and ground water during construction activities (when applicable)

h) Work area plan showing the proposed activity in each portion of the area and identifying the areas of limited use or non-use. Plan shall include measures for marking the limits of use areas.

i) Site-Specific Spill Prevention and Response Plan that includes special measures taken to prevent chemicals, fuels, oils, greases, and waste washings from entering public waters.

Provide and utilize the following prevention/cleanup materials:

1) Emergency spill kits immediately available to enable rapid cleanup with sufficient quantities and types of spill control materials to contain any spills that can be anticipated.

The Contractor is responsible for ascertaining the types/quantities of spill equipment required based on types and quantities of chemicals, oils, or other hazardous materials they will use and/or what they will be working on. In the event of a spill, notify the Government and spill response agencies.

2) Emergency spill absorbent mats of appropriate size and type for cleanup of spilled material.

8.3 Noncompliance

The Contracting Officer will notify the Contractor in writing of any observed noncompliance with the Contractor's EPP. The Contractor shall after receipt of such notice, inform the Contracting Officer of proposed corrective action and take such action as may be approved. If the Contractor fails to comply promptly, the Contracting Officer may issue an order stopping all or part of the work until satisfactory corrective action has been taken. No time extensions will be granted, or costs or damages allowed to the Contractor for any such suspension.

8.4 Disposal of Cleared Material and Other Debris

All material and debris resulting from clearing and debris removal operations on this contract shall be disposed of by removal from the site unless otherwise specified within the individual Task Order.

Disposal areas on Government property shall be managed and controlled to limit material to areas designated on drawings and prevent erosion of soil or sediment form entering nearby watercourses or lakes. The Contractor shall make a reasonable effort to channel materials of value resulting from clearing operations into beneficial use.

8.4.1 Disposal Receipts

Contractor shall provide copies of all disposal receipts identifying (at a minimum):

a. Material(s) disposed of.

b. Location of disposal (including company name and address).

c. Cost

d. Volume or weight in tons.

e. Date

8.5 Permit and Licenses

Obtain and comply with all required permits and licenses. Copies of all applications, permits and licenses obtained from Federal, State and local governing bodies pursuant to this contract shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer.

8.6 Restoration of Landscape Damage

The Contractor shall restore all landscape features damaged or destroyed during operations outside the limits of the approved work areas. Such restoration shall be in accordance with the plans submitted for approval to the Contracting Officer.

8.7 Protection of Environmental and Land Resources

All land resources to be preserved within the Contractor's work area shall be identified within the individual Task Orders. The Contractor shall not remove, cut, deface, injure or destroy land resources including trees, shrubs, vines, grasses, topsoil, and landforms without special permission from the Contracting Officer. No ropes, cables, or guys shall be fastened to or attached to any trees for anchorage unless specifically authorized.

8.8 Protection of Fish and Wildlife

The Contractor shall keep Task Order activities under surveillance, management and control to minimize interference with, disturbance to, and damage of fish and wildlife.

8.9 Protection of Historical, Archaeological, and Cultural Resources

The Contractor shall take necessary precautions to protect and preserve all cultural resources and historic properties within the work areas. Individual Task Orders will include environmentally sensitive exclusion areas. The Contractor shall be responsible for avoidance of these areas or of specified activities in these areas.

8.9.1 Inadvertent Discovery

Should the Contractor discover any evidence of human burials, human remains, archaeological artifacts, cultural items, suspected cultural items, or historic properties, as defined by the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), during authorized work, the Contractor shall immediately cease all

Representative. Failure to adhere to the above terms could result in violation of Federal or State laws and violators may be subject to civil and criminal penalties. Information about potential historical properties is included in Attachment E Potential Historic Properties.

9 DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

Provide non-personal services, to include all personnel, labor, operators, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, mobilization/demobilization and any other items and services necessary to perform the vegetation management services listed herein. Services to be performed and designated work areas shall be as specified within the individual Task Orders.

KO), , and/or Quality Assurance Representative (QAR) evaluation of services completed as specified in the Performance Requirements Summary (PRS). The Contractor shall comply with applicable federal, regional, state, and local laws and commercial standards.

9.1 Measurement and Payment

Measurement and payment for all services described herein shall be designated within the individual Task Orders.

9.2 Mobilization and Demobilization

Payment will be made as a job for mobilizing and demobilizing to/from project sites and between work sites all plant, equipment, fuel, supplies, materials, and personnel. Prices shall constitute full compensation for the cost of all transportation required for the Contractor to transport equipment or tools for each work item listed which includes but not limited to state permits, hauling permit fees, licensing, truck driver, operator, labor, fuel, materials, supplies, repairs, supervision, tractor trailers (where applicable), trailers and support equipment necessary to deliver equipment or tools required by the Task Order to the worksite, on the ground or in hand (tools) and in good operating condition and to remove each piece of equipment from the worksite once work is complete.

9.3 Mowing Services

9.3.1 Unimproved Grounds Mowing

The Contractor shall mow unimproved grounds (areas to be identified within each issued Task Order) to the fullest capability to ensure a neat and professional look is achieved. The Contractor shall mow identified area(s) to a height of not more than 6-inches or as specified within each Task Order. The Contractor shall be required to remove obvious debris, natural and manmade, prior to mowing any area(s) identified. Unimproved area(s) to be mowed shall consist of a mixture of grasses, weeds, broadleaves, and woody vegetation up to 2-1/2-inch diameter. Mowing will not be permitted when ground conditions are such that mowing operations will cause wheel rutting. The Contractor shall operate equipment in such a manner as to prevent the wheels from tearing the ground surface on turns.

No uncut strips of vegetation shall remain in the work area after completion of mowing operation.

9.3.2 Hazardous Slope Mowing

The Contractor shall mow hazardous sloped area(s) (areas to be identified within each issued Task Order), to the fullest capability to ensure a neat and profession look is achieved. The Contractor shall mow identified area(s) to a height of not more than 6-inches or as specified within each Task Order.

Contractor shall utilize equipment capable of mowing hazardous slopes in a manner of which complies with EM 385-1-1 and provides a safe working environment for the operating personnel. Hazardous Slope area(s) are considered slopes with a 2 on 1 slope or steeper. Area(s) can consist of a mixture of grasses, weeds, broadleaves, and woody vegetation up to 2-1/2-inch in diameter.

9.4 Tree and Shrub Clearing

9.4.1 General Tree and Shrub Clearing

The Contractor shall remove specified trees and shrubs from the designated work areas. Vegetation will vary in quantity and types of stems to be removed. All trees and shrubs up to 8-inch diameter shall be cut and mulched. All stumps shall be cut to 1-inch below ground level. Mulch created by the operation shall be removed from the work area. Designated work area may contain uneven terrain, road rights-of-way, infrastructure, and confined environments. Vegetation designated for retention shall not be disturbed. Grass used for stabilization shall remain in place. The work shall be completed in such a manner a s to minimize soil disturbance.

9.4.2 Maple Tree Clearing

The Contractor shall remove specified maple trees from the designated work areas. Maple trees under 6-feet in height and under 3-inch diameter at breast height may be pulled from the ground provided the root system is also removed. Maple trees over 6-feet in height or over 3-inch diameter at breast height shall be cut above ground level and herbicide applied to the remaining stump. Designated work area may contain uneven terrain, road rights-of-way, infrastructure, and confined environments. Vegetation designated for retention shall not be disturbed. Grass used for stabilization shall remain in place. The work shall be completed in such a manner a s to minimize soil disturbance.

9.4.3 Specific Tree Removal

The Contractor shall remove specifically identified trees from the designated work area. Trees will vary in size and variety. Designated work area may contain uneven terrain, road rights-of-way, infrastructure, and confined environments. Vegetation designated for retention shall not be disturbed.

9.5 Vegetative Debris Removal

Remove all designated trees, shrubs, stumps, herbaceous vegetation, down/dead vegetation, driftwood, and debris from the designated work areas. Work areas shall be specified within individual Task Orders and may include both in-water and out-of-water areas for removal of debris from reservoirs.

9.6 Biological Vegetation Control (Goats)

The Contractor shall provide goats to graze and control vegetation. Areas designated for biological management will be those areas with widespread vegetation, typically dense brush and invasive species, suitable for goat consumption that can be managed via targeted grazing. These areas will often be hard to reach with equipment or environmentally sensitive. The Contractor shall provide and monitor goats while on Government property. Availability and restrictions for on-site camping will be designated within the individual Task Orders. The Contractor shall ensure goats are managed by experienced handlers to avoid over grazing and/or damage to desired vegetation. Contractor shall implement rotational grazing to optimize vegetation control and soil health. All goats brought onsite shall be healthy and free of disease. All goats are to be inspected prior to transport to site for active abscesses and/or symptoms of Caseous Lymphadenitis (CL). Any goats with abscesses or showing symptoms of CL shall not be brought onsite. Goats shall be inspected for abscesses or signs of CL every 25 to 30 days while onsite. Goats shall be fed weed-free forage for 48-hours prior to being brought onsite to expel any noxious seeds. All visible noxious vegetation within the specified work areas shall be removed by goats down to the woody stem with a remaining height of 4-inches or less.

The Contractor shall provide fencing suitable to keep the goats corralled while grazing and to keep visitors out of the grazing area. Trees in the grazing area shall be protected from goats eating bark or rubbing against the bark. Contractor shall immediately report to District and all proper Governmental authorities any case of infectious animal disease appearing in livestock on the premises, and shall, at disease. Livestock exhibiting systems of disease communicable to humans shall be immediately removed from the premises.

9.7 Herbicide Application

9.7.1 General

The Federal Noxious Weed Act (7 USC 2801 et seq.) and Executive Order 13122 requires federal agencies to monitor and control noxious weeds on federal properties. The Contractor shall apply herbicides as practical in specified area(s), per each Task Order, to control noxious/invasive weeds.

Application of herbicides shall be complete, uniform and overlapping (where applicable) so that no directions. Approved aquatic and terrestrial herbicides are identified in Attachment D Approved Herbicide List. The Contractor shall limit possible seed transport from infested area(s) to non-infested area(s). The Contractor shall apply herbicide to limit weed control of noxious or invasive species appropriate for each identified area. Contractor shall refer to website http://www.aphis.usda.gov/plant_health/plant_pest_info/weeds/downloads/weedlist.pdf. for a complete updated list of noxious/invasive weeds.

a) The Contractor shall ensure that all personnel required to perform herbicide application shall have current state certification for the control services being performed and shall follow all Federal, State, and Local regulations. The Contractor shall submit, to the Contracting Officer, a photocopy of license(s) of all personnel required to perform such services described herein.

The Contractor shall be responsible for using the correct chemical for all targeted species being controlled. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL NON-TARGET AREAS BE DAMAGED BY APPLICATION OPERATIONS. Contractor shall restore and/or replace damaged areas to their original state.

b) Areas designated as aquatic sensitive areas or areas that are an aquatic area by nature must only be treated with chemicals labeled for aquatic use. If an herbicide application is made to an aquatic area, a weather forecast for the 24-hour period immediately following the application must be submitted with the PAR. All aquatic sensitive areas will meet Oregon NPDES requirements.

c) The Contractor must identify weather conditions before beginning any pesticide application and continue to monitor weather conditions throughout the course of the application.

Manufacturer's label directions and warnings relative to temperature, wind, or other weather conditions must be strictly adhered to. The Contractor must immediately stop applying pesticide if weather conditions begin to adversely impact the application. Herbicide applications must not take place when precipitation is expected before the herbicide formulation is rain fast. If treatment is followed by rain before the application is rain fast as specified in the herbicide label, the area must be retreated at the Contractor's expense.

d) The Contractor shall provide all herbicides for application. Herbicides shall be of a wide range of products to include, but are not limited to, products for total kill, broadleaf specific, species specific, woody specific, various grasses/weeds, aquatic specific, etc. Herbicide formulations can include, but are not limited to, single product applications, multiple product formulation applications, and adjuvants. Contractor shall ensure that all herbicides being used are packaged in approved metal, plastic, alloy or otherwise approved safe containment containers and are properly labeled with the chemical name and product placards. The Contractor shall provide MSD information to the Contracting Officer for all products used. Contractor shall also submit to the Contracting Officer an Herbicide Post-Application Report (refer to Attachment B) and a Noxious Weed Coop Annual Pesticide Usage Report (refer to Attachment C) for all herbicides used during the performance period

9.7.2 Non-Selective Herbicide

The Contractor shall supply herbicide with surfactant (when applicable) and marking dye. Non- Selective Herbicide shall be a liquid chemical herbicide for broad spectrum control of many annual weeds, perennial weeds, woody brush and trees. Herbicide shall have no soil residual activity. The Contractor shall utilize herbicide formulations to completely eliminate all plant species within target area(s) as requested by the Government. The Contractor shall utilize industry standard application methods and equipment for application of herbicide product(s). Non-Selective Herbicides shall include but not limited to Round-Up, GlyStar, Buccaneer Plus, Rodeo, Habitat, and Esplanade 200SC or suitable equivalents.

a) Non-Selective Type I Herbicide (Spot) Application The Contractor shall hand apply herbicide(s) in overlapping narrow bands and/or spot apply to area(s). The Contractor shall apply adequate herbicide(s) in a manner to fully eliminate noxious plants in target area(s). Areas to be treated include but are not limited to, roadway shoulders, shorelines/embankments, paved areas, boat ramps, and any permanent or non-permanent obstacle(s) in identified area(s), etc. In the event that noxious plant(s) are not fully eliminated after the target area(s) is treated, two weeks after treatment the Contractor shall reapply herbicide(s) to the area(s) at no additional cost to the Government.

b) Non-Selective Type II Herbicide Application The Contractor shall apply herbicide(s) in no less than 1-foot widths and no more than 3-foot widths to area(s). The Contractor shall apply herbicide(s) in a manner to fully eliminate target areas along or near specific structures, permanent obstacles or non-permanent obstacles within identified area(s). Treatment locations within identified area(s) include but are not limited to fence lines, guardrail, barrier post and cable lines, buildings, identified Government boundary areas, roadway edges, etc. In the event that noxious plant(s) are not fully eliminated after the target area(s) is treated, two weeks after treatment, the Contractor shall reapply herbicide(s) to the area(s) at no additional cost to the Government.

c) Non-Selective Type III Herbicide Application The Contractor shall boom apply herbicide(s) in wide bands of more than 1-foot widths to area(s). The Contractor shall apply herbicide(s) in a manner to fully eliminate target area(s).

Treatment locations of area(s) include but are not limited to stone roadways, stone parking areas, open fields, levees slopes, ditches, etc. In the event that noxious plant(s) are not fully eliminated after the target area(s) is treated, two weeks after treatment, the Contractor shall reapply herbicide(s) to the area(s) at no additional cost to the Government.

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