RFQ Region 9 Facilities BPA - 12445523Q0043.pdf

12445523Q0043

1. REQUEST NO.

5a. ISSUED BY

NAME

a. NAME

c. STREET ADDRESS

d. CITY

10. PLEASE FURNISH QUOTATIONS TO

THE ISSUING OFFICE IN BLOCK 5a ON

OR BEFORE CLOSE OF BUSINESS (Date)

2. DATE ISSUED 3. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUEST NO. 4. CERT. FOR NAT. DEF.

UNDER BDSA REG. 2

AND/OR DMS REG.1

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9. DESTINATION

a. NAME OF CONSIGNEE

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8. TO:

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e. STATE f. ZIP CODE

c. CITY

d. STATE e. ZIP CODE

IMPORTANT: This is a request for information, and quotations furnished are not offers. If you are unable to quote, please so indicate on this form and return it to the address in Block 5a. This request does not commit the Government to pay any costs incurred in the preparation of the submission of this quotation or to contract for supplies or services. Supplies are of domestic origin unless otherwise indicated by quoter. Any representations and/or certifications attached to this Request for Quotations must be completed by the quoter.

11. SCHEDULE (Include applicable Federal, State and local taxes)

THIS RFQ

REQUEST FOR QUOTATION

(THIS IS NOT AN ORDER)

IS IS NOT A SMALL BUSINESS SET ASIDEX

06/05/2023

1 73

1720 PEACHTREE ST NW

STE 876S

ATLANTA GA 30309-2449

USDA-FS CSA EAST 13

Multiple

814 728-6242CAROL NORTHROP

07/07/2023 1600 CT

FOB DESTINATION

OTHER

(See Schedule)X

ITEM NO.

(a)

SUPPLIES/SERVICES

(b)

QUANTITY

(c)

UNIT

(d)

UNIT PRICE

(e)

AMOUNT

(f)

Region 9 Facilities BPA

CONTRACTOR MUST BE REGISTERED IN www.sam.gov/ in order to submit an offer on this project.

ENTER UEI Number ________________________

Please complete this package and return by the response date via email to carol.northrop@usda.gov Period of Performance: 08/01/2023 to 02/28/2032

REGION 9 FACILITIES BPA

12. DISCOUNT FOR PROMPT PAYMENT

a. 10 CALENDAR DAYS (%) b. 20 CALENDAR DAYS (%) c. 30 CALENDAR DAYS (%) d. CALENDAR DAYS

NUMBER PERCENTAGE

NOTE: Additional provisions and representations

13. NAME AND ADDRESS OF QUOTER

b. STREET ADDRESS

c. COUNTY

d. CITY e. STATE f. ZIP CODE

14. SIGNATURE OF PERSON AUTHORIZED TO

SIGN QUOTATION

16. SIGNER

a. NAME (Type or print)

c. TITLE (Type or print)

a. NAME OF QUOTER

AREA CODE

NUMBER

15. DATE OF QUOTATION

b. TELEPHONE are are not attached

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SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

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Solicitation No: 12445523Q0043 Project Name: Region 9 Facilities BPA

Table of Contents

PART I—THE SCHEDULE

SECTION B--SUPPLIES OR SERVICES AND PRICES/COSTS

B.1 SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

B.2 SCHEDULE NOTES

SECTION C--DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATIONS/STATEMENT OF WORK

C.1 SCOPE OF CONTRACT

C.2 PROJECT LOCATION S

C.3 MAGNITUDE OF CONSTRUCTION PROJECT

C.4 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

SECTION D--PACKAGING AND MARKING

D-1 PACKING AND MARKING

D-2 PROJECT LABELING FOR OFFICIAL COORESPONDENCE

SECTION E--INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

E.1 CLAUSES

SECTION F--DELIVERIES OR PERFORMANCE

F.1 CLAUSES

SECTION G--CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION DATA

G.1 CLAUSES

SECTION H--SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

H.1 CLAUSES

PART II--CONTRACT CLAUSES

SECTION I--CONTRACT CLAUSES

I.1 CLAUSES

PART III--LIST OF DOCUMENTS, EXHIBITS, AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS

SECTION J--LIST OF ATTACHMENTS

J.1 ATTACHMENTS

PART IV--REPRESENTATIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS

SECTION K--REPRESENTATIONS, CERTIFICATIONS, AND

OTHER STATEMENTS OF OFFERORS OR RESPONDENTS

K.1 PROVISIONS

SECTION L--INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS, AND NOTICES TO OFFERORS OR

RESPONDENTS

L.1 PROVISIONS

L.2 QUOTE PREPARATION INSTRUCTIONS:

SECTION M--EVALUATION FACTORS FOR AWARD

M.1 PROVISIONS

M.2 PROPOSAL EVALUATION

M.3 TECHNICAL EVALUATION FACTORS

Instructions and Work Description for Pay Items/Work Activities:

Please respond fully to the solicitation requirements (e.g. pricing, certifications and representations, and selection criteria). Provide commercial pricing for all applicable line items. The rates your firm proposes shall be commercial “shelf” rates that will be used for award evaluation purposes.

Vendors are cautioned that as awards of a Blanket Purchase Agreements are based, in part, on the pricing proposed herein, subsequent vendor quotes for specific unit BPA calls must be representative and reflective of those rates or they shall be removed from the pool of vendors for that work activity. Therefore, it is imperative that each vendor provide the Government with their best commercial rate they are capable of performing and that those rates be similar to the quotes on individual BPA calls submitted for specific units.

Note: The general activities used for future call orders will generally be a firm fixed price service.

There may be a need for more complex work requirements than listed in the scope of work.

Therefore, contractors submitting proposals for commercial treatments may be requested to use either of these more complex requirements.

As specified herein, utilization of require Service Contract Labor Standards or Construction Wage Rate shall be used in response to this solicitation. BPA Calls issued under this contract shall require Service Contract Act wage rates or Davis-Bacon wage rates or both depending on specific activities within the delivery order. Construction work activities will most often be issued on a lump sum basis or as identified within “CSI Standard Specifications or Standard Specifications for Construction of Roads and Bridges on Federal Highway Projects.

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PART I—THE SCHEDULE

SECTION B--SUPPLIES OR SERVICES AND PRICES/COSTS

B.1 SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

The labor categories below are intended to provide pricing information for the Government to evaluate in determining whether or not to issue a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA). While the majority of BPA Calls will be competed on a firm-fixed price basis, the rates provided will be utilized for estimating purposes and contractors may be asked to honor them if hourly rate services are required. All hourly labor rates are to be fully loaded, inclusive of direct costs, indirect costs, overhead or GA, profit, and incidental material costs. The rates your firm proposes shall be commercial “shelf” rates that will be used for award evaluation purposes. Hourly rates should be in accordance with the Davis Bacon Act construction wage rates or the Service Contract Act service wage rates as applicable.

Item

Number Description Unit of Measurement Rate*

0001 Construction Work: Carpenter Hour $ _____________

0002 Construction Work: Roofer $ _____________

0003 Construction Work: General Labor Hour $ _____________

0004 Service Work: General Labor $ _____________

0005 Construction Work: Flooring Installation (carpet/vinyl) Hour $ _____________

0006 Construction Work: Tiler $ _____________

0007 Construction Work: Mason Hour $ _____________

0008 Construction Work: Electrician $ _____________

0009 Construction Work: Mechanical/HVAC Hour $ _____________

0010 Service Work: Mechanical/HVAC $ _____________

0011 Construction Work: Plumber Hour $ _____________

0012 Construction Work: Painter (interior) $ _____________

0013 Construction Work: Painter (exterior) Hour $ _____________

0014 Construction Work: 10 CY Dump Truck w/ operator $ _____________

0015 Construction Work: 25 HP Mini Excavator w/ operator Hour $ _____________

Contractor email address for receiving request for quotes for BPA Calls:

Contractor Name UEI Number: ______________________

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Proposed Areas for Coverage

BPA holders will indicate which zone(s) they are interested in providing coverage. Indicate in the table below “X” the Zones in which you would like to provide quotations and are willing to travel for work. See “Project Location” and additional information on geographic zones.

Zone Areas of Coverage (mark with “X”)

Zone 1 – Allegheny NF Zone 2a – Chequamegon-Nicolet NF--Northern WI Zone 2b –Chequamegon Nicolet NF – Central WI Zone 2c -- Blackwell Job Corps Center Zone 3 – Chippewa & MIFC Zone 4 – Forest Product Lab (FPL) Zone 5a – Green Mountain NF - Central & Southern VT Zone 5b – Finger Lakes NF - Hector/Lodi NY Zone 6a – Hiawatha NF - East Zone 6b – Hiawatha NF - West Zone 7 – Hoosier NF Zone 8a – Huron Manistee NF - East Zone 8b – Manistee NF - West Zone 9a – Mark Twain NF – Potosi-Fredericktown Zone 9b – Mark Twain NF – Poplar Bluff-Eleven Point Zone 9c – Mark Twain NF – Salem-Rolla-Houston Zone 9d – Mark Twain NF – Ava-Willow Springs Zone 9e – Mark Twain NF -- Cassville Zone 9f – Mark Twain NF – Cedar Creek Zone 9g – Mingo Job Corps Center Zone 10—Midewin Tall Grass Prairie Zone 11a – Monongahela NF Zone 11b – Harpers Ferry Job Corps Center Zone 12 – Ottawa NF Zone 13a – Shawnee NF – West (Mississippi Bluffs) Zone 13b – Shawnee NF – East (Hidden Springs) Zone 14—Superior NF Zone 15a – Wayne NF - Athens Zone 15b – Wayne NF – Ironton Zone 15c – Wayne NF – Marietta Zone 16— White Mountain NF

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B.2 SCHEDULE NOTES

1. There will not be a pre-quote meeting. All questions should be emailed directly to Carol Northrop at carol.northrop@usda.gov.

2. There is no requirement for bonding at this time. Individual call order request for quotes may require payment bonds and/or payment protections. See Section I for additional information.

3. The ordering period will be active from 9 years from date of award.

4. Hourly rates for these services can be updated annually on the BPA anniversary date. All other work units ordered will be determined on the Individual Project BPA Call level.

5. Prospective awardees must be registered and active in the System for Award Management (SAM) data base at time of quote submission (see FAR 4.1102). Information on registration may be obtained via the internet at: http://www.sam.gov. All contractors and vendors must complete the electronic version of the Representations and Certifications in the SAM system. NOTE: THIS IS A FREE REGISTRATION

* Use Wage Determinations attached in Section J in hourly rate calculations. If you are proposing to provide quotations for multiple Zones in the table below, your unit price above must account for the highest rate for the labor across the zones of interest; these are being attached at this time for price evaluation purposes only. Disclosure of the magnitude of construction projects will be included in any Individual Project BPA Calls for construction.

SECTION C--DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATIONS/STATEMENT OF WORK

C.1 SCOPE OF CONTRACT

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE

The USDA, Forest Service, Region 9, is comprised of the 14 National Forests, 1 Tall Grass Prairie and several other specialized units. These National Forest System units have a variety of facilities which support all Forest missions for public users and agency staff. Maintenance and repair of these facilities is required on a regular basis.

The intent of this procurement action is to enter into multiple Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) under which facilities maintenance work may be competed and BPA Calls for project work issued. While a pre-set limitation is not established regarding the number of BPAs that will be entered in to, the amount may be limited in any geographic area if it is determined that sufficient competition is taking place and the administrative burden of entering into more agreements offsets the potential benefit.

Region 9 has been broken up in to sixteen (16) zones as described in C2 below.

When projects come available in those zones, BPA holders who have indicated interest in covering the applicable zone will be requested to provide a quote.

Both service and construction activities may be ordered through the use of the established BPAs. Individual call orders shall dictate which terms, conditions, and clauses are applicable.

This solicitation and any resultant BPA may incorporate service, construction, emergency work, and potential for other complex work requirements. Contractors must be licensed, bonded, and/ or insured per the respective state and local requirements under each individual call order. Work includes but is not limited to the following:

Typical Work Activities

A. General Building Maintenance, Construction, and Carpentry

Work requires a licensed and bonded General Contractor to perform general building maintenance, construction, and carpentry work. The Contractor shall be able to perform all phases of work which may include, but is not be limited to: ability to read and understand architectural and engineering plans; the accurate measuring and cutting of wood products;

concrete formwork; concrete placement; concrete flatwork and finishing; curbing; wood and metal framing; installation of wood connectors; sheetrock installation; taping and texturing;

exterior wall and roof sheeting/decking; siding installation and replacement; wall partition installation; window and door repairs and replacements; exterior deck, stairs, and handrail repairs; cabinet repair and replacement; and wood trim/finish work.

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General Building Maintenance, Construction, and Carpentry work also includes, but is not limited to: site work; excavation and backfilling; crushed rock for base, pavements; signs;

curbing; water and waste-water lines repair; concrete foundations; rough carpentry;

insulation; floor covering; roofing/gutter repair and replacement; counter top replacement;

lookout tower repairs; welding; and steel erection. Projects may also include other building maintenance functions such as: minor exterior and interior painting; shake, asphalt/fiberglass shingle, and metal roofing replacement or repair; heating ventilation and air conditioning system repairs and replacements; chimney sweeping; masonry repair; building condition inspections; and electrical system maintenance. All work must meet Forest Service specifications included with each BPA Call. All work must meet Forest Service specifications included with each BPA Call and the most recent edition of the ICC International Building Code or International Residential Code, as applicable.

B. Roofing

This BPA may include shake, asphalt/ fiberglass shingle, metal, and other types of roofing replacement and construction as required. This work also includes removal of existing roofing and installation of roof flashing and may include re-sheathing roofs and installation of roof ventilation measures. Work may also include repair and replacement of gutters, downspouts, roof penetration boots, jacks, collars, bracing, and snow guard installation and repairs. All work must meet Forest Service specifications included with the BPA call.

C. Electrical

This BPA may include minor electrical construction and maintenance generally associated with building maintenance, construction, or remodeling. A state licensed electrician shall perform electrical wiring work. Electrical work shall include, but not be limited to: repair and replacement of interior/exterior light fixtures; electrical service entrance and panel replacement; rewiring; wall switches and outlets; conduit installation; timers; breaker replacements; communication wiring and receptacles; wiring and switch gear for power generating equipment; septic UV lamps; solar panel installation; security system installation and panic buttons; ADA door openers; advanced meter wiring and installation; and install or repair entire building or utility structure electrical systems. Work shall also include electrical inspection services. All work shall meet current State and local Electrical Codes, Forest Service specifications, and comply with the National Electrical Codes (NEC).

D. HVAC

This BPA may include heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system replacements and construction generally associated with building maintenance, construction, or remodeling. HVAC will be performed by a licensed and bonded HVAC Contractor. HVAC work shall include but is not limited to: installation, repair or replacement of heat pumps, boilers, forced air furnaces, water heaters, boiler day tanks, ventilation fans and associated duct work, air conditioning systems, unit heaters, duct work, heating lines, circulation pumps, valves and controls, and other HVAC equipment. Work shall also include maintenance and repair of HVAC control systems. All work shall meet current International Code Council

International Mechanical and Fuel Gas Codes, State and local building Codes, and Forest Service specifications included with each BPA Call.

E. Plumbing

This BPA may include plumbing system replacement, upgrades, and construction generally associated with building maintenance, construction, or remodeling. Plumbing shall be performed by a licensed plumber. Plumbing work may include but not be limited to:

replacing plumbing fixtures, demolition of old plumbing piping, installation of new plumbing piping, installation /replacement of water spigots and anti-siphon devices, installation and maintenance of septic systems, sewer line blockage mitigation to include video camera investigation of plumbing lines, excavation, plumbing repairs, and backfilling; yard hydrants, leak detection, well drilling, well pump maintenance and replacement. Installation of underground water and sewer lines may be required as part of an issued BPA Call. All work must meet International Code Council International Plumbing Code, State, and Local Plumbing and Building Codes, and Forest Service specifications included with the BPA Call.

F. Painting

This BPA may also include indoor and outdoor painting of buildings and facilities. Painting work may include but not limited to removal of old paint and damaged materials, preparation of building for new paint such as taping and installing plastic drop cloth barriers, applying primers and paints on interior and exterior trim, walls, siding, and ceilings, and cleanup of the site. Disposal of any waste materials will be in accordance with applicable local, state and federal regulations.

G. Dismantling, Demolition, or Removal

This BPA may also include selective removal and demolition of building components at a project site, as well as the entire demolition of buildings. This work may also include the removal of foundations, capped and abandoned utilities, hazmat testing and abatement, and other site improvement as described in the BPA Call. Disposal of waste materials will be in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations.

H. Specialty or Complex

This BPA may also include work on other complex systems to support facility maintenance activities. Examples include, but are not limited to: historical property considerations, recreation facility maintenance and enhancements. Recreation facility site work may include tree removal, wilderness remote transport via dog sled or low horsepower vessels, road/trail repairs, public use cabin repairs, bulletin board installation and repairs, vault toilet installation and relocation, vault toilet and holding tank pumping, water testing, garbage can and dumpster emptying and structural repairs, parking area repairs, and boat launch repairs.

Fence and gate construction at administrative and recreation facilities may also be included.

Work also includes installation, maintenance, replacement and repair to floats, docks, piling, dock ramps, gangways, mooring buoys, and other marine infrastructure. Geotechnical investigations, fuel dispensing facilities, mowing and brushing, and dam maintenance.

Reseeding may be required per local specifications provided by each individual call order.

Requirements of all equipment:

1. All equipment and vehicles to be used at the job site shall be cleaned and free of invasive species (noxious weeds), seeds, external grease and oil and shall be inspected prior to entrance onto Federal lands. The restriction shall include equipment and vehicles intended for off-road use as well as on road use, whether they are owned, leased, or borrowed by the Contractor or Subcontractor.

2. All protective plating and armoring shall be intact and properly functioning on the equipment to reduce the potential for damaging hydraulic hoses or the undercarriage.

3. Spill kit approved by OSHA for petroleum product leaks will be on site at all times.

Labor Rates:

Call orders issued under this BPA shall require Service Contract Labor Standards or Construction Wage Rate requirements or both depending on specific activities within the call order.

General Guidelines:

Project areas are located within the geographic limits of Region 9. The scope covers federal and local agency lands within Forests’ boundaries which include but are not limited to; all counties and lands within Forests’ boundaries, Midewin National Tall Grass Prairie, Job Corps Civilian Conservation Centers, Northern Research Station, Forest Product Lab, Wood Education and Resource Center, Grey Towers, Region 9 Administrative Facilities. The BPA call will be issued and administered by a Government entity.

Resulting Award – BPA calls will be issued against any resultant BPAs and reference the parent BPA when ordered by warranted contracting personnel from USDA Forest Service. In accordance with the Ordering Procedures Provision herein, BPA calls placed against the Agreements may be competed within the awardee pool or sole source when determined to be in the Governments best interest.

All maintenance specifications, drawings, and construction specifications are made a part of this solicitation and any resultant contract. Specifications and drawings may be found at the following links:

Specification Address CSI Specifications https://www.arcat.com/sd/specifications.html

Any specifications or supplemental specifications not included at these sites will be physically attached to the individual call orders.

C.2 PROJECT LOCATIONS

Zone 1 Allegheny National Forest: Located in the state of Pennsylvania

Zone 2 Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest: Located in the state of Wisconsin 2a - Northern Wisconsin:

2b – Central Wisconsin:

2c - Blackwell Job Corps Center:

Zone 3 Chippewa National Forest & Minnesota Interagency Fire Cache (MIFC):

Located in the state of Minnesota.

Zone 4 Forest Product Lab (FPL): Located in Madison, Wisconsin.

Zone 5 Green Mountain & Finger Lakes National Forests 5a Green Mountain National Forest: Located in the state of Vermont 5b Finger Lakes National Forest: Located in the state of New York.

Zone 6 Hiawatha National Forest: Located in the state of Michigan 6a - Hiawatha – East 6b - Hiawatha – West

Zone 7 Hoosier National Forest: Located in the state of Indiana

Zone 8 Huron Manistee National Forest: Located in the state of Michigan 8a - Huron Manistee NF – East 8b - Manistee NF - West:

Zone 9 Mark Twain National Forest: Located in the state of Missouri 9a – Mark Twain NF – Potosi-Fredericktown 9b – Mark Twain NF – Poplar Bluff-Eleven Point 9c – Mark Twain NF – Salem-Rolla-Houston 9d – Mark Twain NF – Ava-Willow Springs 9e -- Mark Twain NF -- Cassville 9f -- Mark Twain NF – Cedar Creek 9g – Mingo Job Corps Center

Zone 10 Midewin Tall Grass Prairie: Located in the state of Illinois

Zone 11 Monongahela NF: Located in the state of West Virginia 11a – Monongahela NF 11b – Harpers Ferry Job Corps Center

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Zone 12 Ottawa NF: Located in the state of Michigan

Zone 13 Shawnee National Forest: Located in the state of Illinois 13a – Shawnee NF – West, Mississippi Bluffs 13b – Shawnee NF – East, Hidden Springs

Zone 14 Superior National Forest: Located in the state of Minnesota

Zone 15 Wayne National Forest: Located in the state of Ohio 15a – Wayne NF – Athens 15b – Wayne NF – Ironton 15c – Wayne NF – Marietta

Zone 16— White Mountain National Forest: Located in state of New Hampshire and portions of Maine.

See attachment J1-Maps to view the approximate zone boundaries within which projects will be located. Each respective Call Order will identify the zone, or zones, that the project falls within. The intent is that the zonal location of a project will be controlled by the county that the project is located within, in order to provide clarity for wage rate determinations on individual call orders.

C.3 MAGNITUDE OF CONSTRUCTION PROJECT

Project magnitudes will be specified by each individual call order for construction.

C.4 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

BIOPREFERRED

The Contractor must comply with Section 9002 of the Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002 (FSRIA), Executive Order (EO) 13423, “Strengthening Federal Environmental, Energy, and Transportation Management,” and the Federal Acquisition Regulation to provide biobased products.

The Contractor shall utilize products and material made from biobased materials (e.g., biobased greases, biobased hydraulic fluids, biobased absorbents) to the maximum extent possible without jeopardizing the intended end use or detracting from the overall quality delivered to the end user.

All supplies and materials shall be of a type and quality that conform to applicable Federal specifications and standards. All supplies and materials to be used in the performance of work described herein are subject to the approval of the Contracting Officer Representative (COR).

The following is an example list of products that may be used in this contract for services for which biobased products are available. The list is not all inclusive. It is desirable that vendors be able to supply the greatest number of biobased products listed meeting the health and environmental specifications.

Hydraulic fluids Penetrating lubricants Concrete and asphalt release fluids Absorbents Diesel fuel additives Greases Dust suppressants 2-cycle engine oil Wood and concrete sealers Fertilizers Roof coatings Water tank coatings Adhesive and mastic removers Cleaners Sorbents Floor finish Floor stripper Composite panels Janitorial supplies Insulating foam Sealers Carpet Metalworking fluids Graffiti and grease removers Stain removers Degreasers De-icers

Biobased products that are designated for preferred procurement under USDA’s BioPreferred program must meet the required minimum biobased content as stated in the USDA Final Rule available at www.biopreferred.gov. The Contractor should provide data for their biobased products such as biobased content. In addition to the biobased products designated by the U.S.

Department of Agriculture in the BioPreferred Program, the Contractor is encouraged to use other biobased products.

The Contractor shall submit with the initial proposal a complete list of biobased products, indicating the name of the manufacturer, cost of each material, and the intended use of each of the materials that are to be used in carrying out the requirements of the contract. Additionally, the winning Contractor on each anniversary date of the contract shall compile a complete list of biobased products, including the information above, purchased to carry out the contract requirements. The Contractor shall list volume to be used and total cost for each individual product. This information will be used for reporting purposes.

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SECTION D--PACKAGING AND MARKING

D-1 PACKING AND MARKING

All shipments of materials, equipment and/or supplies shall be addressed to the Contractor and not to the Government.

D-2 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 is to be referenced on all official communication starting upon notice of award.

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SECTION E--INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

E.1 CLAUSES

52.246-12 Inspection of Construction (AUG 1996) 52.246-13 Inspection-Dismantling, Demolition, or Removal of Improvements (AUG 1996)

Inspection and acceptance procedures for construction are found in the construction specifications that will be referenced in each call order.

SECTION F--DELIVERIES OR PERFORMANCE

F.1 CLAUSES

52.211-18 Variation in Estimated Quantity (APR 1984) 52.242-14 Suspension of Work (APR 1984)

SECTION G--CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION DATA

G.1 CLAUSES

G.2 OTHER REQUIREMENTS

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

All work shall be performed in accordance with the attached standard specifications unless otherwise specified in a call order.

Acceptable Quality Levels (AQLs) for each performance standard shall be established in individual call orders. AQLs may vary between forests. These AQLs will apply to all ordered work unless otherwise specified in a call order.

CONTRACTOR QUALITY CONTROL INSPECTION

When requested by the Contracting Officer, the successful Contractor(s) shall provide a written Quality Control Plan satisfactory to the Government describing how the Contractor will control work quality and document inspection results for awarded call orders.

Contractor shall conduct ongoing quality control inspections in accordance with the approved plan. Contractor shall also provide written certification for all invoiced work that was accomplished in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contract.

Inspection shall be maintained concurrent with contract work. Contractor inspection results shall be available to the Contracting Officer at all times

GOVERNMENT QUALITY ASSURANCE

Government Quality Assurance Plan

The Government may make periodic inspections while work is in progress. After completion of a pay item, the Government may also inspect to determine compliance with performance standards and acceptable quality levels. Determination of the acceptability of the work performed will be based on these verification inspections and will be considered conclusive

Acceptance and Payment for Service Maintenance

Acceptance will be based on visual inspection of pay items in addition to specifications. If visual inspection finds that Acceptable Quality Levels for any Performance Standard is not met, rework will be required.

Before final acceptance, all areas occupied by the Contractor in connection with the work shall be cleaned of all Contractor's rubbish, excess materials, temporary structures, and equipment, and all parts of the work area shall be left in a neat and presentable condition.

MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

Measurement and Payment are defined in the Specification Sections included within the individual call order(s).

ORDERING PROCEDURE

(a) Any supplies and services to be furnished under this agreement shall be ordered by issuance of BPA calls by the individuals or activities designated in the Schedule. Such orders may be issued from date of award through 9 years after award. The agreement shall remain until either party to the agreement determines that it is no longer beneficial or effective during the performance period. Should the Government make this determination, a cancellation notice shall be provided to the vendor. Should the Vendor make the determination, they shall provide written notice to the Government of their intent to cancel the agreement. Cancellation of the BPA will not affect the obligations of either party regarding outstanding Call Orders which have not been closed out.

(b) All BPA calls are subject to the terms and conditions of this agreement. In the event of conflict between a BPA call and this agreement, the BPA signed contract shall control.

(c) If mailed, a BPA call is considered “issued” when the Government deposits the order in the mail. BPA calls may be issued orally or by electronic commerce methods only if authorized in the Schedule.

BLANKET PURCHASE AGREEMENTS – REVIEW PROCEDURES

This agreement is subject to the annual review procedures outlined in FAR 13.303-6. “Maintain awareness of changes in market conditions, sources of supply, and other pertinent factors that may warrant making new arrangements with different suppliers or modifying existing arrangements”.

PURCHASE LIMITATIONS

All call orders placed under this blanket purchase agreement shall not exceed the Simplified Acquisition Threshold of $250,000.00.

Post Award Conference (NOV 1996) A post award conference with the successful offeror is required. It will be held with each individual vendor upon successful award of first BPA call and prior to performance. The conference will be held at the Forest Service Office designated in the BPA call, and will include discussion of contract terms and work performance requirements, work progress schedule and fire prevention/suppression and safety plans.

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SECTION H--SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

H.1 CLAUSES

FAR Part 13.303-3 Preparation of BPAs.

(1) Description of agreement. The supplier shall furnish supplies or services, described in general terms, if and when requested by the contracting officer (or the authorized representative of the contracting officer) during a specified period and within a stipulated aggregate amount, if any.

(2) Extent of obligation. The Government is obligated only to the extent of authorized purchases actually made under the BPA.

(3) Purchase limitation. The dollar limitation for each individual purchase under the BPA is subject to the purchase limitations described on page 19 herein.

(4) Individuals authorized to purchase under the BPA. A list of individuals authorized to purchase under the BPA, identified either by title of position or by name of individual, organizational component, and the dollar limitation per purchase for each position title or individual shall be furnished to the supplier by the contracting officer per each individual call order. Any Forest Service Contracting Officer may obligate funds under this BPA.

(5) Delivery tickets. All shipments under the agreement, except those for newspapers, magazines, or other periodicals, shall be accompanied by delivery tickets or sales slips that shall contain the following minimum information:

(i) Name of supplier.

(ii) BPA number.

(iii) Date of purchase.

(iv) Purchase number.

(v) Itemized list of supplies or services furnished.

(vi) Quantity, unit price, and extension of each item, less applicable discounts (unit prices and extensions need not be shown when incompatible with the use of automated systems, provided that the invoice is itemized to show this information).

(vii) Date of delivery or shipment.

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(6) Invoices.

When billing procedures provide for an individual invoice for each delivery, these invoices shall be accumulated, provided that-

(A) A consolidated payment will be made for each specified period; and

(B) The period of any discounts will commence on the final date of the billing period or on the date of receipt of invoices for all deliveries accepted during the billing period, whichever is later.

H.2 OTHER REQUIREMENTS

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, the Contractor shall obtain written permission from the Contracting Officer. A camp is interpreted to include a campsite or trailer parking area of any employee working on the project for the Contractor.

(b) Unless excepted elsewhere in the contract, the Contractor shall (i) provide and maintain sanitation facilities for the work force at the site and (ii) dispose of solid waste in accordance with applicable Federal, State and local regulations.

SANITATION AND SERVICING

Contractor shall take all reasonable precautions to prevent pollution of air, soil, and water by Contractor's operations. If facilities for employees are established on Contract Area, they shall be operated in a sanitary manner. Contractor shall not service tractors, trucks, or other equipment on National Forest lands where servicing is likely to result in pollution to soil or water. Contractor shall remove from National Forest lands all refuse resulting from use, servicing, repair, or abandonment of equipment. In the event that Contractor's operations or servicing of equipment result in pollution to soil or water, Contractor shall conduct cleanup to restore the polluted site to the satisfaction of the Forest Service.

PREVENTION OF OIL SPILLS

If Contractor maintains storage facilities for oil or oil products on Contract Area, Contractor shall take appropriate preventive measures 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.

If the total oil or oil products storage exceeds 1,320 gallons or if any single container exceeds a

Solicitation No: 12445523Q0043 capacity of 660 gallons, 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.

NOXIOUS WEED CONTROL

(1) In order to prevent the potential spread of noxious weeds onto National Forest lands, the Contractor shall be required to furnish the Forest Service with proof of weed-free equipment.

(2) Noxious weeds are defined as any exotic plant species established or that may be introduced in the State, which may render the land unfit for agriculture, forestry, livestock, wildlife, or other beneficial uses and which is designated by the Department of Agriculture or the local counties vendor is operating in, or by other appropriate agencies having jurisdiction.

(3) All equipment and vehicles to be used at the job site shall be cleaned and certified free of noxious weeds and their seeds prior to entrance onto the National Forest. The restriction shall include equipment and vehicles intended for off-road use, as well as on road use, whether they are owned, leased, or borrowed by the Contractor or subcontractor.

(4) Cleaning shall consist of the removal of all dirt, grease, debris, and materials that may harbor noxious weeds and their seeds. This may require the use of a pressure hose.

Cleaning shall occur off Federal lands.

(5) Equipment, materials and vehicles shall be visually inspected by a designated Forest Service Officer, and certified in writing to be reasonably clean and weed free (use Equipment Cleaning Inspection/Verification Form). Inspections will take place at a location designated by the Forest Officer in advance of equipment and material arrival.

Equipment and vehicles are expected to proceed directly to the job site following the inspection.

SUBMITTALS, SHOP DRAWINGS, MATERIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND TESTING

REPORTS

Any submittals, shop drawings, material certifications or testing reports to be submitted will be identified in the call order.

PRODUCT SUBSTITUTION

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

Solicitation No: 12445523Q0043 modification. Any and all substitutions will be requested by the Contractor after award of the contract has been made. No approvals will be made prior to award.

MOISTURE SENSITIVE SOILS

Contractors are cautioned that the roadway structure is designed so that the completed road will support highway legal loads during a limited use season. Construction equipment often subjects the uncompleted roadway structure to loadings it is not designed to support. This is especially critical during periods of excessive moisture. Materials on this project are sensitive to excessive moisture and will require careful selection and scheduling of equipment to permit efficient operation. Any damage resulting from operations which renders the material unsuitable for use or results in potential siltation of streams will be corrected by the Contractor at Contractor's expense.

CONFORMITY WITH DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS

Unless working tolerances are specified, all work performed and materials furnished shall be in reasonably close conformity with lines, grades, cross sections, dimensions, and material requirements shown on the drawings, indicated in the specifications, or designated on the ground. "Reasonably close conformity" is in compliance with reasonable and customary manufacturing and construction tolerances.

A. Definition. "Work" includes, but is not limited to, materials, workmanship, and manufacture and fabrication of components.

B. The Contractor shall maintain an adequate inspection system and perform such inspections as will ensure that the work performed under the contract conforms to contract requirements. The Contractor shall maintain complete inspection records and make them available to the Government. All work shall be conducted under the general direction of the Contracting Officer and is subject to Government inspection and test at all places and at all reasonable times before acceptance to ensure strict compliance with the terms of the contract.

C. Government inspections and tests are for the sole benefit of the Government and do not--

1. Relieve the Contractor of responsibility for providing adequate quality control measures;

2. Relieve the Contractor of responsibility for damage to or loss of the material before acceptance;

3. Constitute or imply acceptance; or

4. Affect the continuing rights of the Government after acceptance of the completed work under paragraph (I) below.

D. The presence or absence of a Government inspector does not relieve the Contractor from

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E. The Contractor shall promptly furnish, without additional charge, all facilities, labor, and material reasonably needed for performing such safe and convenient inspections and tests as may be required by the Contracting Officer. The Government may charge to the Contractor any additional cost of inspection or test when work is not ready at the time specified by the Contractor for inspection or test, or when prior rejection makes reinspection or retest necessary.

The Government shall perform all inspections and tests in a manner that will not unnecessarily delay the work. Special, full size, and performance tests shall be performed as described in the contract.

F. The Contractor shall, without charge, replace or correct work found by the Government not to conform to contract requirements, unless in the public interest the Government consents to accept the work with an appropriate adjustment in contract price. The Contractor shall promptly segregate and remove rejected material from the premises.

G. If the Contractor does not promptly replace or correct rejected work, the Government may (1) by contract or otherwise, replace or correct the work and charge the cost to the Contractor or (2) terminate for default the Contractor's right to proceed.

H. If, before acceptance of the entire work, the Government decides to examine already completed work by removing it or tearing it out, the Contractor, on request, shall promptly furnish all necessary facilities, labor, and material. If the work is found to be defective or nonconforming in any material respect due to the fault of the Contractor or its subcontractors, the Contractor shall defray the expenses of the examination and of satisfactory reconstruction.

However, if the work is found to meet contract requirements, the Contracting Officer shall make an equitable adjustment for the additional services involved in the examination and reconstruction, including, if completion of the work was thereby delayed, an extension of time.

I. Unless otherwise specified in the contract, the Government shall accept, as promptly as practicable after completion and inspection, all work required by the contract or that portion of the work the Contracting Officer determines can be accepted separately. Acceptance shall be final and conclusive except for latent defects, fraud, gross mistakes amounting to fraud, or the Government's rights under any warranty or guarantee.

CONSTRUCTION STAKES, LINES, AND GRADES

(a) Unless a Pay Item for Construction Staking is included in the Schedule of Items, the Government will set initial construction stakes establishing lines, slopes, and continuous control points, reference lines, and bench marks for other structures and improvements and will furnish the Contractor with all necessary information relating to lines, slopes, and grades.

(b) These stakes and control points shall constitute the field control from which the

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Contractor shall establish other necessary controls and execute the work. The Contractor shall furnish, without additional compensation, all additional stakes, all templates, batter boards, and other materials and supplies necessary for marking and maintaining points and lines established. If any construction control points have been destroyed or displaced or are erroneous, the Contractor shall promptly notify the Contracting Officer.

(c) The Contractor is responsible for the preservation of all stakes and control points. The cost of replacing them will be charged to the Contractor when destroyed due to Contractor's negligence or operation.

(d) In the case of alterations which involve any changes in construction staking, the Contractor shall cooperate with the Contracting Officer and facilitate the prompt re-establishment of the field control for the altered or adjusted work.

SUSPENSIONS FOR OTHER THAN GOVERNMENT’S CONVENIENCE

The Contracting Officer may issue orders to suspend the work wholly or in part for such period of time as deemed necessary because of: (1) Weather or ground conditions when further prosecution of the work might cause environmental or resource damage to the project, access roads to the project, or adjacent property. Such action would include but not be limited to instances such as siltation of streams, damage to access roads, rutting of project roads which causes otherwise suitable soils to become muddy or unsuitable; or (2) Failure of the Contractor to comply with Specifications such as but not limited to placement of frozen material in fills, placing of asphalts at temperatures lower than those specified, performing work prior to prerequisite approvals, operating equipment not meeting fire requirements, or when conditions exist which do not meet safety requirements. Whether or not a suspend work notice is issued, the Contractor shall be responsible for correcting any damage caused by his/her operation, whether inside or outside project limits, at no cost to the Government. Such suspensions shall not be considered as suspensions for the Convenience of the Government under FAR 52.242-14, Suspension of Work, and shall not qualify for equitable adjustment.

CONTRACTOR’S USE OF EXISTING ROADS

The Contractor is authorized to use National Forest System Roads in the immediate construction project area for performance of work under this contract. The authorization is limited to roads necessary for direct access to, and between, the work area and storage sites, disposal areas, and other work areas designated in the call order.

The roads authorized for use will be subject to the following general conditions:

(1) State laws governing traffic rules and equipment requirements on State and County Highways.

(2) Federal Regulations contained in 36 CFR 261.12. These regulations prohibit use in excess of State Codes for weight and size, damaging a road while using it, and blocking a road open to use by others.

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(3) The road rules in the associated National Forest Commercial Road Rules document are applicable to all commercial road users. These documents are available for inspection at the office of the Forest Supervisor(s) and shall be applicable except when modified by provisions of this contract.

As stated in the road rules document, all vehicles and equipment shall not exceed State legal highway loads and width or posted limits without valid State and Forest Service overload or overwidth permits. Forest Service overload permits for project work may be obtained from the District Ranger(s). Bridge overload permits must be applied for at least 30 days in advance of the need.

The Contractor shall be responsible for protecting and performing road maintenance or repairs to authorized roads commensurate with its use.

ROAD MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS

The Contractor(s) shall perform road maintenance work in accordance with the following:

1. The Contractor shall avoid permanent fouling of gravel or bituminous with earth or debris from side ditches, slides, or other sources. The Contractor shall avoid blading surface material off roads.

2. The Contractor shall minimize damage to ditches, slopes and road surfaces. Where damage does occur, the Contractor shall restore the road to a condition agreed to by the Contracting Officer within a reasonable period of time.

3. The Contractor shall remove all excess materials and debris from asphalt roadways and trails immediately after backfilling has been completed. This may require brooming and/or hosing down with water.

4. Upon completion and acceptance of work requirements, including acceptance of road maintenance by the Forest Service, the Contractor’s road maintenance responsibilities shall terminate.

TRAFFIC CONTROL

The Contractor shall provide, erect and maintain all necessary barricades, suitable and sufficient lights, danger signals, signs, and other traffic control devices, and shall take all necessary precautions for the protection of the work and safety of the public. Roads closed to traffic shall be protected by effective barricades, and obstructions shall be illuminated during the hours of darkness. Suitable warning signs shall be provided to properly control and direct traffic.

The Contractor shall erect warning signs in advance to any place on the project where operations may interfere with the use of the road or trail by traffic and at all intermediate points where the new work crosses or coincides with an existing road or trail.