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SOLICITATION, OFFER,

AND AWARD

(Construction, Alteration, or Repair) IMPORTANT - The "offer" section on the reverse must be fully completed by offeror.

9. FOR INFORMATION

CALL:

NOTE: In sealed bid solicitations "offer" and "offeror" mean "bid and "bidder".

SOLICITATION

5. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUEST NO.

CODE

6. PROJECT NO.

8. ADDRESS OFFER TO

4. CONTRACT NO.

7. ISSUED BY

10. THE GOVERNMENT REQUIRES PERFORMANCE OF THE WORK DESCRIBED IN THESE DOCUMENTS (Title, identifying no., date)

11. The contractor shall begin performance

12a. THE CONTRACTOR MUST FURNISH ANY REQUIRED PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT BONDS?

(If "YES", indicate within how many calendar days after award in Item 12b.)

13. ADDITIONAL SOLICITATION REQUIREMENTS:

a. Sealed offers in original and

b. An offer guarantee

c. All offers are subject to the (1) work requirements, and (2) other provisions and clauses incorporated in the solicitation in full text or by reference.

d. Offers providing less than

NSN 7540-01-155-3212 STANDARD FORM 1442 (REV. 4-85)

Prescribed by GSA - FAR (48 CFR) 53.236-1(d) calendar days for Government acceptance after the date offers are due will not be considered and will be rejected.

is, is not required.

local time containing offers shall be marked to show the offeror's name and address, the solicitation number, and the date and time offers are due.

(date). If this is a sealed bid solicitation, offers will be publicly opened at that time. Sealed envelopes copies to perform the work required are due at the place specified in Item 8 by (hour) award, YES NO notice to proceed. This performance period is mandatory negotiable.

calendar days and complete it within calendar days after receiving

a. NAME b. TELEPHONE NO. (Include area code) (NO COLLECT CALLS)

12b. CALENDAR DAYS

2. TYPE OF SOLICITATION

SEALED BID (IFB)

NEGOTIATED (RFP)

3. DATE ISSUED1. SOLICITATION NO.

1205M620Q0025 04/22/2020

USDA Forest Service Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest Attn: Brian A. Johnson, CO 2930 Wetmore Ave., Suite 3A Everett, WA 98201-4067

ALERT: Due to COVID-19 Precautionary Measures, all quotes must be submitted to: brian.johnson3@usda.gov.

If your quote is $150,000 or more you are required to e-mail a copy of the Bid Bond and mail the original to the address in Block 7.

brian.johnson3@usda.gov (425) 783-6056

MIDDLE FORK TRAIL #1003 MP 1.5 – MP 2.0 RELOCATION AND SLIDE REPAIR

Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest

Snoqualmie Ranger District Washington State

(King County)

X Payment Bond Ten (10)

Ten (10) X X Contract Section F.2

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2:00 PM

05/29/2020

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Note to Quoters: Please submit your quotations via e-mail to the Block 9.a. address.

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Note: The offer guarantee (Bid Bond) is only required if your quote is $150,000 or more.

Another Note: Do not forget to provide all items required in Section L, Paragraph L.10.

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17. The offeror agrees to perform the work required at the prices specified below in strict accordance with the terms of this solicitation, if this offer is accepted calendar days after the date offers are due. (Insert any number equal to or greater than the minimum requirement by the Government in writing within stated in Item 13d. Failure to insert any number means the offeror accepts the minimum in Item 13d.)

OFFER (Must be fully completed by offeror)

AMOUNTS

18. The offeror agrees to furnish any required performance and payment bonds.

19. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF AMENDMENTS

(The offeror acknowledges receipt of amendments to the solicitation -- give number and date of each)

AMENDMENT NO.

DATE.

AWARD (To be completed by Government)

CONTRACTING OFFICER WILL COMPLETE ITEM 28 OR 29 AS APPLICABLE

14. NAME AND ADDRESS OF OFFEROR (Include ZIP Code)

CODE FACILITY CODE

15. TELEPHONE NO. (Include area code)

16. REMITTANCE ADDRESS (Include only if different than Item 14.)

20a. NAME AND TITLE OF PERSON AUTHORIZED TO SIGN OFFER (Type or print)

21. ITEMS ACCEPTED:

22. AMOUNT

26. ADMINISTERED BY

30a. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTOR OR PERSON AUTHORIZED TO SIGN (Type or print)

31c. DATE

STANDARD FORM 1442 (REV. 4-85) BACK

31b. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

BY

31a. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

29. AWARD (Contractor is not required to sign this document.) Your offer on this solicitation is hereby accepted as to the items listed. This award consummates the contract, which consists of (a) the Government solicitation and your offer, and (b) this contract award. No further contractual document is necessary.

30b. SIGNATURE 30c. DATE

28. NEGOTIATED AGREEMENT (Contractor is required to sign this document and return and deliver all items or perform all work requirements identified on this form and any continuation sheets for the consideration stated in this contract. The rights and obligations of the parties to this contract shall be governed by (a) this contract award, (b) the solicitation, and (c) the clauses, representations, certifications, and specifications incorporated by reference in or attached to this contract.

copies to issuing office.) Contractor agrees to furnish

24. SUBMIT INVOICES TO ADDRESS SHOWN IN

(4 copies unless otherwise specified)

23. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA

ITEM 25. OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION PURSUANT TO

27. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY

10 U.S.C. 2304(c) ( ) 41 U.S.C. 253(c) ( )

20b. SIGNATURE 20c. OFFER DATE

E-mail: ____________________________

Same as Block 7 Invoice Processing Platform (IPP), www.ipp.gov

BRIAN A. JOHNSON

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Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Stand-Alone Contract

PART 1—THE SCHEDULE

SECTION B—SUPPLIES OR SERVICES AND PRICES/COSTS

MIDDLE FORK TRAIL #1003 MP 1.5 – MP 2.0 RELOCATION AND SLIDE REPAIR

Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest Snoqualmie Ranger District

Washington State (King County)

B.1 SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

PAY

ITEM

ITEM DESCRIPTION

METHOD

OF MEAS.

EST.

QUANTITY

PAY

UNIT

UNIT

PRICE

TOTAL

BID

91101 Trail Construction – Excavation AQ 2830 LF $ $

91202 Trail Construction – Clearing & Grubbing AQ 2830 LF $ $

91714 Shallow Stream Ford w/Rock Retainers AQ 115 LF $ $

92501 Parallel Ditches AQ 40 LF $ $

92701 Armored Drain Dips AQ 4 EA $ $

93101 Switchback, Type II AQ 2 EA $ $

93501 Retaining Wall – Stacked Rock (See Const. Log for Details) AQ 446 LF $ $

90701 Mobilization AQ 1 LS $ $

TOTAL PRICE: $____________________

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SECTION C—DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATIONS/STATEMENT OF WORK

C.1 DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This project involves the construction of just over ½ (.6) mile of relocation at MP 1.5 on a long distance non-motorized, multiple use trail. Work includes the clearing, grubbing, excavation and embankment, switchbacks, and a variety of other trail and drainage structures. The contractor will be responsible for the purchase of all materials, mobilization, and construction of all portions of the project. Mountain bicycles and pack animals are allowed on this trail. Blasting may be required on this project. The contractor is responsible for all Washington State and Federal regulations and certifications regarding blasting activities. Helicopters, blasting, and other trail construction machines have timing restrictions.

C.2 PROJECT LOCATION

This project is located on the Snoqualmie Ranger District/North Bend Area, of the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. From Seattle or Bellevue, take I-90 east and take exit #34. Drive north on 468th Avenue. In

0.6 miles, turn right onto SE Middle Fork Road (Forest Service Road #56). The large and well-marked Middle Fork trailhead parking lot is on the right side of the road at 11.5 miles. Hike the Middle Fork Trail 1.5 miles to the beginning of the proposed relocation.

C.3 PROJECT ACCESS

The Middle Fork Road #56 is currently closed to the public at MP 9.0 (Pratt Gravel Bar Trailhead) due to winter storm damage. King County will begin the repair work April 2020 depending on weather. This repair may be delayed due to the COVID-19 impact. Administrative access will be allowed via bicycle or motorbike for prospective contractors. Advanced notice is required, so please contact Alex Weinberg, Recreation Corridor Manager, Snoqualmie Ranger District at (425)888-1421 one (1) week ahead of your proposed project review.

Completion of the road repair is scheduled for July 15, 2020.

C.4 PROJECT TIMING

This project shall be completed between July 15, 2020 and November 30, 2021. The normal construction season at the site is typically April through November 1. Due to lower elevations the season may be extended by unseasonably good weather.

C.5 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Technical specifications are contained in applicable sections in:

a) Standard Specifications for Construction of Trails and Trail Bridges on Forest Service Projects, US Customary Units, 10/30/2014. Available at: http://www.fs.fed.us/recreation/programs/trail-management/trailplans/index.shtml

The requirements contained in these Standard Specifications are hereby made a part of this solicitation and any resulting contract. Standard Specifications and Special Project Specifications which are applicable to this contract are listed in the attached Specification List. The Special Project Specifications are physically attached.

The contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) when leaving the project area for three or more days and within 24 hours after returning to the project area. Each week, unless otherwise

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C.6 DISCLOSURE OF THE MAGNITUDE OF CONSTRUCTION PROJECT

As required by FAR 36.204, the estimated price range is between $100,000 and $250,000.

C.7 PRE-QUOTE SITE VISIT

Due to the COVID-19 safety precautions, a pre-quote site visit will not be held.

C.8 TECHICAL POINT OF CONTACT

Katherine R. White Telephone: (360) 319-5090 E-mail: katherine.white@usda.gov

C.9 CONTRACTUAL POINT OF CONTACT

Brian A. Johnson Telephone: (425) 783-6056 E-mail: brian.johnson3@usda.gov

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SECTION D—PACKAGING AND MARKING

D.1 PROJECT LABELING FOR OFFICIAL CORRESPONDENCE

The government singularly identifies each project with a contract number at time of award. The contract number is a unique identifier to purposely and permanently represent an awarded project. The government issued contract number shall be be referenced by the contractor on all official communications to the government, e.g.

letters, certified payrolls, e-mails, submittals, etc., starting upon notice of award.

Note: The solicitation number will have an “S” for the solicitation indicator in the number. Contracts will have a similar number format but will have a “C” in place of the “S.”

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SECTION E—INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

E.1 FAR 52.252-2 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es):

https://www.acquisition.gov/?q=browsefar

FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION (48 CFR CHAPTER 1) CLAUSES

52.246-12 Inspection of Construction (AUG 1996)

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SECTION F—DELIVERIES OR PERFORMANCE

F.1 FAR 52.252-2 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this address:

52.242-14 Suspension of Work (APR 1984)

F.2 FAR 52.211-10 COMMENCEMENT, PROSECUTION, AND COMPLETION OF WORK

(APR 1984)

The Contractor shall be required to (a) commence work under this contract within 10 calendar days after the date the Contractor receives the notice to proceed, (b) prosecute the work diligently, and (c) complete the entire work ready for use not later than between July 15, 2020 and November 30, 2021. The time stated for completion shall include final cleanup of the premises.

F.3 REQUIRED SUBMITTALS

The following submittals are due within ten (10) calendar days following contract award:

Quality Control Plan;

Safety Plan; and Project Schedule (Final).

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SECTION G – CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION DATA

G.1 AGAR 452.215-73 POST AWARD CONFERENCE (NOV 1996)

A post award conference with the successful quoter is required. It will be scheduled and held within ten (10) calendar days after the date of contract award. The conference will be held at a location beneficial to all parties.

G.2 GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED PROPERTY

The Government will provide the following item(s) of Government property to the Contractor for use in the performance of this contract: [ None at this time ]. This property shall be used and maintained by the Contractor in accordance with the provisions of the "Government Property" FAR clause contained elsewhere in the contract.

G.3 DESIGNATION OF CONTRACTING OFFICER’S REPRESENTATIVE

The Contracting Officer will designate a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) at the time of contract award.

The COR is responsible for administering the performance of work under this contract. In no event, however, will any understanding, agreement, modification, change order, or other matter deviating from the terms of this contract be effective or binding upon the Government unless formalized by proper contractual documents executed by the Contracting Officer prior to completion of the contract.

The Contracting Officer should be informed as soon as possible of any actions or inactions by the Contractor or the Government which will change the required delivery or completion times stated in the contract, and the contract will be modified accordingly. (This does not apply to individual task assignments which were issued by the COR provided they do not affect the delivery schedule or performance period stated in the contract).

On all matters that pertain to the contract terms the Contractor must communicate with the Contracting Officer.

Whenever, in the opinion of the Contractor, the COR requests effort outside the scope of the contract, the Contractor should so advise the COR. If the COR persists and there still exists a disagreement as to proper contractual coverage, the Contracting Officer should be notified immediately, preferably in writing if time permits. Proceeding with work without proper contractual coverage could result in nonpayment or necessitate submittal of a contract claim.

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SECTION H - SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

H.1 APPLICABLE MITIGATION MEASURES

Hydrology, Soils, and Fisheries

HSF3 - Minimize erosion and sediment delivery to streams and wetlands. During implementation, reduce sedimentation by use of erosion control methods and BMPs such as silt or filter fabric, silt or filter fencing, straw bales, temporary settling ponds, and rain cover. Work being conducted within 50 feet of a live stream or wetland shall utilize silt fencing where appropriate.

HSF4 - Work during dry field conditions. If wet weather conditions during project operations generate and transport sediment to a stream channel or other water body, operations shall cease until the weather conditions improve, unless delaying operations would create the risk of adverse resource impacts. Coordination with FS aquatic specialists shall be part of this decision process.

HSF6 – Any ground-disturbing activities in channels and along the banks of fish-bearing streams or streams located within ¼ mile of fish habitat shall be conducted during in-stream work windows. Ground work outside of the bankfull channel with no potential to negatively affect fish is allowed outside of in-stream work windows.

HSF9 - Dispose of all waste material generated from implementation at the identified waste area, but not within 100 feet buffer of the intermittent stream along the south edge of the waste area. Ensure that the waste material is disposed of in a manner that will not result in erosion and sedimentation.

HSF10 - Waste water from construction activities shall be disposed of or routed away from the stream channel to allow the removal of fine sediments and other contaminants prior to infiltration back into a surface waterbody.

HSF11 - Machinery shall be fueled outside of the Riparian Reserve area and/or as approved by the Forest Service. Maintain a spill remediation kit onsite for any temporary fuel stored on NFS lands in association with this project.

HSF14 - Heavy machinery and project service vehicles shall be free of leaks. Check heavy machinery for leaks prior to commencement of daily work. Repairs will be conducted before commencing or continuing work. All repairs to machinery or service vehicles shall be conducted at a location outside of riparian reserve areas and/or as approved by the Forest Service.

Heritage Resources

H1 - If a previously unidentified cultural resource(s) is discovered during project implementation, the activity shall be stopped in the area of the find and a reasonable effort to secure and protect the resource(s) shall be made. The Heritage Specialist shall be notified and the Forest would fulfill its responsibilities in accordance with the Programmatic Agreement and other applicable regulations.

H2 - If Indian human remains or other cultural items specified in the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) are discovered, work shall stop and the finding shall be secured. The MBS NAGPRA protocol shall be followed and the Forest Service will take jurisdiction. Notify the Heritage Specialist

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Vegetation

V1 - If any previously undiscovered TES or S&M plants are discovered, before or during project implementation, halt work until a USFS botanist is consulted and necessary mitigation measures are enacted.

V2 – Thoroughly clean heavy equipment (tracks, wheels, frame, undercarriage, bucket etc) and service vehicles offsite with high pressure washing system prior to commencement of work. Service vehicles leaving the local area (MBS and adjacent municipal areas) and or used off paved municipal roads away from the project area shall be thoroughly cleaned before returning to work site. Equipment shall be inspected by COR prior to mobilization onto Forest Service land to ensure machinery is clean and free of dirt and debris that could contain seeds.

V4 - Suppliers must provide annual documentation indicating that the following products have been examined by a qualified inspector and deemed free of State listed noxious weeds: Straw or other mulch (weed-free straw for erosion control must be certified by WA State via the WWHAM program (http://www.nwcb.wa.gov/WWHAM/WWHAM_suppliers.htm); Gravel, rock, or other fill; Seeds (according to Association of Official Seed Analysts' standards).

H.2 USE OF PREMISES

a. Before any camp, quarry, borrow pit, storage, detour, or bypass site, other than shown on the drawings, is opened or operated on USDA land or lands administered by the USDA, written permission shall be obtained through the Contracting Officer. A camp is interpreted to include the campsite or trailer parking area of any employee working on the project for the Contractor.

b. Camp sites and trailer parking areas used by any employee working on the project for the contractor shall be kept neat and clean. There shall be no improvements made to the site.

c. Unless provided otherwise, the Contractor shall: (i) provide and maintain sanitation facilities for the workforce at the site and (ii) dispose of solid waste in accordance with applicable Federal, State, and local regulations.

d. Designated Camp: Contractor camps have not been identified. Trailer and RV parking is best done at or near the Middle Fork Trailhead. Primitive spike camps can be established near the work site. Security along the road is an issue when the road is open to the public. It is best not to leave a camp unoccupied overnight of on weekends.

e. Food Preparation & Cooking: (1) Unattended attractants (human foods, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages, cosmetics and toiletries, pet foods, processed livestock feed and grains, cooking residue, empty food containers, and other refuse) will be unavailable to wildlife by either storing in IGBC tested and certified bear resistant containers, or by hanging 10 or more feet above ground level, 4 or more feet from the hanging structure, and 100 or more feet from sleeping areas. Attractants will be considered attended when non-sleeping people are within 80' of the attractants. (2) Food preparation, cooking, and cleaning areas will be 100 or more feet from sleeping areas.

H.3 LANDSCAPE PRESERVATION

(a) The Contractor shall confine operations to Project Area or other areas designated in contract documents and prevent the depositing of rocks, excavated materials, stumps, or other debris outside of these limits. Material, which falls outside of these limits shall be retrieved, disposed of, or incorporated in the work as directed by the Contracting Officer.

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(b) Prevention of Oil Spills. If the Contractor maintains storage facilities for oil or oil products onsite, appropriate preventive measures shall be taken to ensure that any spill of such oil or oil products does not enter any stream or other waters of the United States or any of the individual states.

Servicing of all equipment shall be done only in the area approved by the Contracting Officer.

If the total oil or oil products storage exceeds 1,320 gallons or if any single container exceeds a capacity of 660 gallons, the Contractor shall prepare a Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) Plan. Such plan shall meet applicable EPA requirements (40 CFR 112) including certification by a registered professional engineer.

The Contractor will be required to make reasonable attempts to preserve the scenic and natural environment along this construction project.

(c) Trash and Refuse - Contractor shall remove all of his own trash and refuse from the contract area. Material to be removed includes, but is not limited to; used engine oil, oil filters, oil cans, grease cartridges, camp refuse such as tin cans, paper, garbage, etc. This material must be removed to a State, County, or Municipality designated solid waste disposal area.

(d) Tree and Bark Damage: Trees used as anchors or spar poles for cable yarding of construction materials (ie:

bridge beams, barrier logs) shall be protected from bark damage and girdling. Chokers (nylon web, chains, or cable) shall be shimmed and will not have direct contact with live bark.

H.4 USE OF MOTORIZED EQUIPMENT

The use of motorized trail construction equipment, and motorized trail transportation equipment, including power tools, will be permitted as shown below. Trail construction equipment used will be not have a wheel base or track width of more than 36". Motorcycles or motorized trail bikes will not be permitted on this trail.

Any damage to the existing trail or other facilities, resulting from the use of trail construction equipment (excavators, loaders, or power carriers), shall be the responsibility of the contractor. This includes any damage to existing and new surfacing, boardwalks, bridges, and any other structures.

EQUIPMENT OPERATING SEASONS

Chain Saws Activities are allowed from 2 hours after sunrise to 2 hours before sunset.

Gasoline Brushers Same as above Gasoline Rock Drills Same as above Gasoline Wood Drills Same as above Gasoline Generators Same as above Power Wheelbarrow Same as above Excavator Same as above Bobcat (Small Loader) Same as above Helicopters Same as above: July 16 through Feb. 28.

No Activity: March 1 – July 15 Blasting

Same as above: July 16 through Feb. 28.

No Activity: March 1 – July 15

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H.5 USE OF HELICOPTERS

Helicopter use will be allowed for the mobilization of materials, and supplies. Contractors, pilots, and ground personnel will be required to show FAA certifications, required federal or state licenses, and authorizations as applicable to perform the proposed work.

A project aviation schedule must be submitted to the Contracting Officer 14 days prior to any helicopter operations. The schedule must include the following items: 1) Projected Flight Dates; 2) Helicopter type; 3) Company, and pilot; 4) public notification plan; 5) number of proposed equipment drops; and 6) number of proposed landings for crew mobilization.

Trees, stumps, and brush, which pose a hazard to helicopter operations, may be removed upon approval of the Contracting Officer. Any removal and disposal of such material shall be done in accordance with SECTION 911 - Clearing and Grubbing; and SECTION 912 - Excavation and Embankment. Any clearing other than that listed in the Schedule of Items will be considered incidental construction.

Use of helicopters will not be permitted on weekends or holidays.

H.6 USE OF PACK AND SADDLE ANIMALS

The Middle Fork Trail is open to stock. Pack stock may be used for the mobilization of materials and equipment. The following orders pertain to pack and saddle animals used to transport materials equipment, supplies, and/or crew members. When pack stock is used the following conditions apply:

a. Possessing or transporting any livestock feed other than processed feed. (Processed feed includes any type of commercially available feed that does not contain viable plant seeds. Certified weed free hay may contain viable plant seeds and is not considered processed under this definition).

b. Entering or being in the wilderness with a group consisting of a combination of persons and pack and saddle animals exceeding 12 in total number. (Pack and saddle animals include the following:

all horses, mules, burros, donkeys, llamas, goats, and other animals commonly used for packing gear or carrying a rider.)

c. Grazing of livestock within 200 feet of any lake or stream.

d. These restrictions are based the Best Management Practices for the Prevention of Noxious Weeds, Amendment #14, Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest Land Management Plan, 10/25/99. In addition the following stock practices shall be followed:

1. Stock camps will be as designated by the CO and length of stay will be determined by the CO. In general, duration will be limited to delivery of materials and supplies. Contractor should not expect to board stock at the construction site for the duration of the project unless approved by the CO in advance.

2. Use of stock may be allowed for the transport of materials and supplies as needed for this project. Stock will not be allowed at work site unless specifically needed for completion of the project. Such use will be approved, in advance, by the CO.

3. All stock shall be contained by approved low impact methods including high lines, electric fence or corral, well away from the trail or as approved by CO. Other methods of containment

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H.7 RESPONSIBILITY FOR BLASTING

Federal Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (ATF) regulations went into effect in 2003. Refer to the ATF Internet web site www.atf.gov for detailed information on federally required permits. Trail construction personnel responsible for blasting are required to comply with all Washington State and Federal Regulations regarding certification, purchasing of explosives, storage, transportation, and use. All blasting operations shall be conducted under the direct supervision of a qualified blaster possessing a valid Washington State User's (blasters) License. An approved and certified storage magazine will be required. A Commercial Driver's License with explosives endorsement and proper documentation is required for transportation.

a) A blasting plan with an estimate of: pounds of explosives; methods of blasting; name of licensed blaster; and license information, and a plan for protection and safety of the public and contract and FS personnel is required. The plan will be submitted for review at least 7 days prior to any blasting activity.

b) Explosive Magazines shall be inspected by a Washington State Labor and Industries inspector and approved for use by them at each project site prior to beginning of the blasting project.

c) Prior to the firing of each blast, watchmen shall be posted a minimum 750 feet airline distance on trail or road locations that are within the blast area. All traffic will be stopped a minimum of 750 airline feet from the blast area.

d) The Blaster and other personnel shall be a minimum of 500 airline feet from the blast area.

e) The contractor shall provide warning signs that conform to the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devises for Streets and Highways when blasting operations are conducted or are within 1000 feet of a road or trail.

f) Blasting machines will be either Capacitor Discharge or Generator Blasting machines for all electric detonators. Non-Electric detonating devices will be used for all Non-Electric detonators. Cap and Fuse will not be allowed.

g) Each loaded hole shall be marked with red ribbon. These shall be checked following each blast.

Following each individual blast, ribbons, and lead wire shall be collected. If a misfire is found, the blaster shall provide proper safeguards for excluding all persons from the danger zone. No misfires of loaded holes shall be left unattended.

h) All heavy rock construction areas, requiring the use of explosives, shall be scaled on and around the blast surface following each blast.

i) Blasting will only be permitted during the daylight hours and will cease by 6:00pm daily. Blasting activity will be prohibited from 3 pm Friday until 08:00 am Monday and on legal holidays.

j) Blasting within military training flight zones requires a 72 hour notice to the COR. Specify the location and time of the blasting. Radar equipment on fighter jets may cause premature detonation of electric caps.

k) No blasting will occur on weekends or holidays.

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l) Projected us of alternative rock breaking or stump removal methods that don’t use high explosives will not change the above requirements unless approved in advance by the CO.

ADDITIONAL BLASTING REQUIREMENTS TO MITIGATE SOUNDS

AND VIBRATION OF BLAST

a) The contractor shall not use explosives between the periods of two hours before sunset to two hours after sunrise.

b) Where rock drill use has been approved the contractor shall not use surface shots.

c) All shots shall be fired in pre-drilled or dug holes that are properly stemmed or back-filled. Place sandbags over loaded holes, in conjunction with the air-gapping technique to increase stemming.

d) The contractor shall not use cap and fuse.

e) The contractor shall not exceed a powder factor of one-half pound of explosives per cubic yard of solid rock. Do not exceed 1/4 pound per cubic yard of explosive when air gapping boulders. For tree cutting and stumps, use W(weight of explosive)=.004 D2. For stump use one pound per foot diameter at ground level.

f) The contractor shall follow the attached MBSNF Blasting Guidelines for Protection of Fish.

g) The trail is located within 1000 airline feet of I-90. All blasting must be coordinated with Washington State DOT.

H.8 LOCAL MATERIALS SOURCES

All borrow areas shall be approved in advance by the Contracting Officer or designated representative and shall be so located and excavated as to be screened from the trail way.

H.9 DISPOSAL OF CONSTRUCTION DEBRIS

Existing structures, such as retainers, waterbars, culverts, bridges, and puncheon, which are removed, and debris from the construction of retainers, waterbars, puncheon, viewpoints, and bridges, shall be disposed of at a site and in a manner approved by the Contracting Officer.

H.10 CLEAN-UP

The following is in addition to FAR Clause 52.236-12.

The contractor shall remove all construction stakes, tags, and plastic flagging located within 50 feet of the completed trail centerline for the entire length of the project within 5 days after the final acceptance of all other work on the project.

H.11 EMERGENCY CONTROL (USDA 452.236-77) (FEB 1988)

(a) Contractor's Responsibility of Fighting Fire. The Contractor, under the direction of the Forest Supervisor or, in the absence of said officer, acting independently, shall immediately extinguish all fires on or in the vicinity of

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(b) Contractor's Responsibility for controlling Other Emergencies. When requested by the Contracting Officer, the Contractor shall allow the Forest Service to temporarily use not less than the current area rate established by the Forest Service. Employees and equipment will be released from emergency operations when other labor and equipment adequate for the protection of the area is obtained.

H.12 FIRE PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS

The following fire requirements are attached in Section J and are applicable:

a) Fire Protection and Suppression, R6-FS-6300-50 (4/87);

b) Additional Fire Precautionary Measures - Communications, R6-FS-6300-54 (2/84);

c) Fire Plan, R6-FS-6300-55 (2/84) (will be provided at post-award conference); and

d) Disposal by burning is not allowed.

H.13 BARRICADES, WARNING SIGNS, AND OTHER DEVICES

Approved signs shall be placed at the trailhead and all trail junctions to notify the public of the construction activity. The contractor will be responsible for all on-site signing.

H.14 MAINTENANCE OF TRAFFIC

The Middle Fork Trail will be open to the public during construction. The contractor is responsible for occasional closures required for blasting and helicopter activities. The new construction will remain closed to the public until completion of construction. The contractor is responsible for maintaining signing and barricades.

H.15 OTHER CONTRACTORS AND ADMINSTRATIVE CREWS

Other Contractor(s) or trail crews may be working adjacent to the project site. The Contractor shall fully cooperate with the other Contractor(s) and work crews, including planning, scheduling, and timely notification of blasting and aviation activities.

H.16 SAMPLES AND CERTIFICATES (USDA 452.236-76) (FEB 1988)

When required by the specifications or the Contracting Officer, samples, certificates, and test data shall be submitted after award of the contract, prepaid, in time for proper action by the Contracting Officer or his/her designated representative. Certificates and test data shall be submitted in triplicate to show compliance of materials and construction specified in the contract performance requirements. The Contractor shall submit samples in duplicate, except as otherwise specified, to show compliance with the contract requirements.

Materials or equipment for which samples, certifications or test data are required shall not be used in the work until approved in writing by the Contracting Officer. Submittals will be reviewed and either approved or rejected within 14 calendar days of their receipt by the Contracting Officer or COR.

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Certifications will be required for Rebar, Mortar, Grout, and Aggregates.

H.17 PRODUCT SUBSTITUTIONS, SHOP DRAWINGS AND MATERIAL CERTIFICATION

Any modification of other items, designs, materials, products or equipment (including Government-furnished property), made necessary because of a substitution, will be the responsibility of the Contractor without adjustment in contract price or time. The Contracting Officer's approval of any substitute will not affect the Contractor's responsibility for such modification. The Contractor will request any and all substitutions, after award of the contract has been made. No approvals will be made prior to award.

H.18 DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS

Wherever in these provisions, or in other contract documents, the following terms, or pronouns in place of them, are used, the intent and meaning shall be interpreted as follows:

a) Definitions

Building Limits - A line 5 feet outside foundations of the structure.

Calendar Day - Every day shown on the calendar, Sundays and holidays included.

Change Order - A written order issued by the Contracting Officer, to the Contractor documenting modifications within the scope of the contract.

Clearing Limits - The limits of clearing as designated on the ground, shown on the drawing or designated in the Special Project Specifications.

Contract Amendment - A bilateral written supplemental agreement between the Government and the Contractor.

Contracting Officer (CO) - An official of the Government with the authority to enter into, administer, and/or terminate contracts, make determinations and findings, etc.

Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) - The duly authorized representative of the Contracting Officer, responsible for on-site administration of the contract within the limits of specific written delegation of authority.

May also be referred to as the Engineer.

Contractor - The individual, partnership, joint venture, or corporation undertaking the execution of the work under the terms of the contract and acting directly or through their agent, employees, or subcontractors.

Drawings - The approved documents and reproductions of these documents, including plan and profile sheets, cross sections, site plans, diagrams, layouts, schematics, descriptive literature, illustrations, schedules, and similar documents showing details for construction of a facility.

Equipment - All machinery and equipment, together with the necessary supplies for upkeep and maintenance, including tools and apparatus necessary for the proper construction and acceptable completion of the work.

Inspector - The government authorized representative designated in writing by the COR responsible for detailed inspections of contract performance, within delegation of authority.

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Materials - Any substances for use in the construction of the project and its appurtenances.

Notice of Non-Compliance - Written notice issued detailing specific area(s) of non-compliance with contract requirements.

Original Contract Quantities - Those quantities shown in the Schedule of Items as awarded.

Pay Item - A unit of work for which a price is shown in the Schedule of Items.

Right-of-Way - A general term denoting land, property, or interest therein acquired for or devoted to a road or a construction site.

Schedule of Items - Schedule in the contract, which contains a listing and description of construction items, quantities, units of measure, method of measurement, unit price and amount.

Special Project Specifications - Specifications which detail the conditions and requirements peculiar to the individual project, including but not limited to CSI format specifications and addition and revisions to Standard Specifications.

Specifications - A general term applied to all written directions and requirements pertaining to performance of work.

Standard Specifications - Specifications established for Region-wide use for construction of facilities which cover most items of work likely to be performed; such as Earthwork, Base Courses, Pavement, Concrete, etc.

Utility Services - Are services such as electricity, gas, steam, water, and sewage.

Work Order - A written instruction directing the Contractor to fulfill contract requirements.

b. Abbreviations

AASHTO American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials ACI American Concrete Institute AGC Associated General Contractors of America AGMA American Gas Manufacturers Association AISC American Institute of Steel Construction AISI American Iron and Steel Institute AITC American Institute of Timber Construction ANSI American National Standards Institute APA American Plywood Association API American Petroleum Institute ASME American Society of Mechanical Engineers ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials AWPB American Wood Preservers Bureau AWPA American Wood Preserver's Association AWS American Welding Society AWWA American Water Works Association CS Commercial Standard issued by U.S. Department of Commerce DEMA Diesel Engine Manufacturers Association ETL Electrical Testing Laboratory

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ENSA Electrical National Standards Association FAR Federal Acquisition Regulations FHA Federal Housing Administration FED. SPEC. or F.S.

Federal Specifications

FSS Federal Specifications and Standards GSA General Services Administration ICBO International Conference of Building Officials ICEI Internal Combustion Engine Institute IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers IPCEA Insulated Power Cable Engineers Association MSHA Mine Safety and Health Administration MIL Military Specifications NBFU National Board of Fire Underwriters NBS National Bureau of Standards NEC National Electric Code NEMA National Electrical Manufacturers Associations NESC National Electrical Safety Code NFPA (Fire) National Fire Protection Association NFPA (Forest) National Forest Products Association NPC National Plumbing Code NSF National Sanitation Foundation NWMA National Woodwork Manufacturers Association OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Act PS Product Standard issued by U.S. Department of Commerce RIS Redwood Inspection Service SPA Southern Pine Association SSPC Steel Structures Painting Council UBC Uniform Building Code UL Underwriters' Laboratories, Inc.

UMC Uniform Mechanical Code USASI United States of America Standards Institute WCLIB West Coast Lumber Inspector Bureau WRC Western Red Cedar WWPA Western Wood Products Association ASHRAE American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers SMACCNA Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors National Association

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PART II--CONTRACT CLAUSES

SECTION I--CONTRACT CLAUSES

(FAC Number/Effective Date: 2020-05/03-30-2020)

I.1 FAR 52.252-2 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es):

https://www.acquisition.gov/agar

52.204-9 Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel (JAN 2011) 52.204-10 Reporting Executive Compensation and First-Tier Subcontract Awards (OCT 2018) 52.204-13 System for Award Management Maintenance (OCT 2018) 52.204-18 Commercial and Government Entity Code Maintenance (JUL 2016)

Protecting the Government's Interest when Subcontracting with Contractors Debarred, Suspended, or Proposed for Debarment (OCT 2015)

52.209-10 Prohibition on Contracting with Inverted Domestic Corporations (NOV 2015) 52.211-18 Variation in Estimated Quantity (APR 1984) 52.219-6 Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside (NOV 2011) 52.219-28 Post-Award Small Business Program Rerepresentation (JUL 2013) 52.222-3 Convict Labor (JUNE 2003) 52.222-6 Construction Wage Rates Requirements (MAY 2014) 52.222-7 Withholding of Funds (MAY 2014) 52.222-8 Payrolls and Basic Records (AUG 2018) 52.222-9 Apprentices and Trainees (JUL 2005) 52.222-10 Compliance with Copeland Act Requirements (FEB 1988) 52.222-11 Subcontracts (Labor Standards) (MAY 2014) 52.222-12 Contract Termination - Debarment (MAY 2014) 52.222-13 Compliance with Construction Wage Rates Requirements and Related Regulations (MAY 2014) 52.222-14 Disputes Concerning Labor Standards (FEB 1988) 52.222-15 Certification of Eligibility (MAY 2014) 52.222-20 Contracts for Materials, Supplies, Articles, and Equipment Exceeding $15,000 (MAY 2014) 52.222-21 Prohibition of Segregated Facilities (APR 2015) 52.222-26 Equal Opportunity (SEP 2016) 52.222-27 Affirmative Action Compliance Requirements for Construction (APR 2015) 52.222-36 Equal Opportunity for Workers with Disabilities (JUL 2014) 52.222-50 Combating Trafficking in Persons (JAN 2019) 52.222-55 Minimum Wages Under Executive Order 13658 (DEC 2015) 52.223-3 Hazardous Material Identification and Material Safety Data (JAN 1997) 52.223-5 Pollution Prevention and Right-to-Know Information (MAY 2011) 52.223-6 Drug-Free Workplace (MAY 2001) 52.223-18 Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging While Driving (AUG 2011)

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52.224-1 Privacy Act Notification (APR 1984) 52.225-13 Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases (JUN 2008) 52.227-4 Patent Indemnity -- Construction Contracts (DEC 2007) 52.228-2 Additional Bond Security (OCT 1997) 52.228-11 Pledges of Assets (AUG 2018) 52.228-12 Prospective Subcontractor Requests for Bonds (MAY 2014) 52.228-14 Irrevocable Letter of Credit (NOV 2014) 52.232-5 Payments under Fixed-Price Construction Contracts (MAY 2014) 52.232-17 Interest (MAY 2014) 52.232-23 Assignment of Claims (MAY 2014) 52.232-27 Prompt Payment for Construction Contracts (JAN 2017) 52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer – System for Award Management (OCT 2018) 52.232-39 Unenforceability of Unauthorized Obligations (JUN 2013) 52.232-40 Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors (DEC 2013) 52.233-1 Disputes (MAY 2014) 52.233-3 Protest after Award (AUG 1996) 52.233-4 Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim (OCT 2004) 52.236-2 Differing Site Conditions (APR 1984) 52.236-3 Site Investigation and Conditions Affecting the Work (APR 1984) 52.236-5 Material and Workmanship (APR 1984) 52.236-6 Superintendence by the Contractor (APR 1984) 52.236-7 Permits and Responsibilities (NOV 1991) 52.236-8 Other Contracts (APR 1984) 52.236-9 Protection of Existing Vegetation, Structures, Equipment, Utilities, and Improvements

(APR 1984)

52.236-10 Operations and Storage Areas (APR 1984) 52.236-11 Use and Possession Prior to Completion (APR 1984) 52.236-12 Cleaning Up (APR 1984) 52.236-13 Accident Prevention (NOV 1991) Alternate I (NOV 1991) 52.236-14 Availability and Use of Utility Services (APR 1984) 52.236-15 Schedules for Construction Contracts (APR 1984) 52.236-16 Quantity Surveys (APR 1984) 52.236-17 Layout of Work (APR 1984) 52.236-21 Specifications and Drawings for Construction (FEB 1997) 52.236-26 Preconstruction Conference (FEB 1995) 52.243-5 Changes and Changed Conditions (APR 1984) 52.244-6 Subcontracts for Commercial Items (NOV 2016) 52.245-1 Government Property (JAN 2017) 52.245-9 Use and Charges (APR 2012) 52.246-21 Warranty of Construction (MAR 1994) 52.249-1 Termination for Convenience of the Government (Fixed-Price) (Short From)

(APR 1984) Alternate 1 (APR 1984) 52.249-10 Default (Fixed-Price Construction) (APR 1984) 52.253-1 Computer Generated Forms (JAN 1991)

AGRICULTURE ACQUISITION REGULATION (48 CFR CHAPTER 4) CLAUSES

452.232-70 Reimbursement for Bond Premiums – Fixed-Price Construction Contracts (NOV 1996) 452.236-72 Use of Premises (NOV 1996) 452.236-73 Archeological or Historic Sites (FEB 1988)

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452.236-74 Control of Erosion, Sedimentation and Pollution (NOV 1996) 452.236-76 Samples and Certificates (FEB 1988) 452.236-77 Emergency Response (NOV 1996)

I.2 FAR 52.215-8 ORDER OF PRECEDENCE—UNIFORM CONTRACT FORMAT (OCT 1997)

Any inconsistency in this solicitation or contract shall be resolved by giving precedence in the following order:

(1) The Schedule (excluding the specifications).

(2) Representations and other Instructions.

(3) Contract clauses.

(4) Other documents, exhibits, and attachments.

(5) The specifications.

I.3 FAR 52.223-2 AFFIRMATIVE PROCUREMENT OF BIOBASED PRODUCTS UNDER

SERVICE AND CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS (SEPT 2013)

(a) In the performance of this contract, the contractor shall make maximum use of biobased products that are United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)-designated…