RSOI W9126G262SOI8897.pdf

DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS, FORT WORTH DISTRICT

P.O. BOX 17300

FORT WORTH, TX 76102-0300

28 April 2026

REQUEST FOR STATEMENT OF INTEREST

W9126G262SOI8897

Applicants must be a member in one of the following

Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Units Regions:

Gulf Coast / Great Plains/ Great Rivers/ Colorado Plateau CESU Regions

Project Title: Conservation Program Maneuver Damage Support (2026-2031)

A cooperative agreement is being offered ONLY to members of the Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Units (CESU) Program Region(s) identified above. Award will be made upon mutual agreement and acceptance of the terms and conditions contained in the request for proposal and the recipient’s CESU Joint and Cooperative Agreement (also known as the CESU Master Agreement).

NOTE: The established CESU indirect rate is 17.5%.

Responses to this Request for Statements of Interest will be used to identify potential organizations for this project. Approximately $357,659 is expected to be available to support this project for the base period. Additional funding may be available to the successful recipient for optional tasks and/or follow-on work in subsequent years.

NOTE: This project will be awarded under the authority of 16 USC 670c-1, Sikes Act. For projects for the implementation and enforcement of integrated natural resources management plans, priority shall be given to award to Federal and State agencies having responsibility for the conservation or management of fish or wildlife.

Period of Performance. The base period of the agreement will extend 12 months from the date of award. There may be up to four 12-month follow-on periods based on availability of funding.

Description of Anticipated Work: See attached Statement of Objectives

NOTE: At this time, we are only requesting that you demonstrate available qualifications and capability for performing similar or same type of work by submitting a Statement of Interest. A full proposal and budget are NOT requested at this time.

Preparation of your Statement of Interest: Provide the following (Maximum length: 2 pages, single-spaced, 12 pt. font):

1. Name, Organization, CAGE Code, Unique Entity ID, CESU Region, and Contact Information (Email)

2. Brief Statement of Qualifications (including):

a. Biographical sketch of the Principal Investigator, to include specific experience and capabilities in areas related to this project’s requirements

b. Relevant past projects and clients with brief descriptions of these projects

c. Staff, faculty or students available to work on this project and their areas of expertise

d. Brief description of other capabilities to successfully complete the project: (e.g.

equipment, laboratory facilities, greenhouse facilities, field facilities, etc.)

Submission of Your Statement of Interest

1. Statements of Interest (SOI) are due by Noon Local Time (CT), 28 May 2026 via email to the parties listed below.

2. Direct questions via email no later than Noon Local Time (CT), 7 May 2026 to the parties listed below.

Cheryl Vendemia Grants Specialist USACE, Fort Worth District Email: cheryl.r.vendemia@usace.army.mil

AND

Kathy Mitchell Project Manager USACE, Fort Worth District Email: kathy.s.mitchell@usace.army.mil

Review of Statements Received: All statements of interest received from a member of the CESU Region(s) identified above will be evaluated by a board comprised of one or more people at the receiving installation or activity, who will determine which statement(s) best meet the program objectives, offer the most highly qualified Principal Investigator, have the most relevant experience and the highest capability to successfully meet the program objectives.

Submitters whose statements are determined to best meet the program objectives will be invited to submit a full proposal.

Timeline for Review of Statements of Interest: RSOIs are required to be posted on Grants.gov for 30 days prior to the Government making a decision and requesting full proposals.

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR AWARD, THE RECIPIENT AND ANY PROPOSED SUBRECIPIENTS

AND CONTRACT VENDORS MUST HAVE AN ACTIVE NIST SP 800-171 DOD

ASSESSEMENT (PERFORMED WITHIN THE LAST 3 YEARS).

Thank you for your interest in our Cooperative Agreements Program.

CHERYL R. VENDEMIA

Grants Officer

Attachment: Statement of Objectives http://www.grants.gov/

STATEMENT OF OBJECTIVES

for

Conservation Program Maneuver Damage Support (2026-2031) for Conservation Branch, Environmental Natural Resources Management Division, Directorate of Public Works, Joint Readiness Training Center and Fort Polk, Louisiana

1.0 PURPOSE

1.1 The Joint Readiness Training Center (JRTC) and Fort Polk environmental program ensures military mission activities are conducted in compliance with all applicable environmental laws, regulations and policies. Article I B of the Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) Cooperative and Joint Venture Agreement (known as the master agreement) states the objectives of the CESU are to: provide research, technical assistance and education to federal land management, environmental and research agencies and their potential partners;

develop a program of research, technical assistance and education that involves the biological, physical, social, and cultural sciences needed to address resource issues and interdisciplinary problem-solving at multiple scales and in an ecosystem context at the local, regional, and national level; and place special emphasis on the working collaboration among federal agencies and universities and their related partner institutions.

1.2 This work shall involve: three (3) full-time or equivalent onsite support personnel located at JRTC and Fort Polk, Louisiana (Maneuver Damage Collaboration and Facilitation, Maneuver Damage Technician Support and Maneuver Damage Database Support). This effort will involve implementation of the Sustainability and Environmental Monitoring Plan (SEMP) and environmental effects analysis for those resources covered within the Environmental Natural Resources Management Division (ENRMD), Conservation Branch (CB) Programs: Integrated Natural Resources Management Plan (INRMP), National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Endangered Species Management Component (ESMC), and Integrated Cultural Resources Management Plan (ICRMP). This implementation requires adherence to the SEMP and the other subservient Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) which detail management activities, data collection, storage, and reporting requirements within the plans.

In agreement with goals stated within the JRTC and Fort Polk SEMP, the Recipient agrees to provide the necessary personnel, equipment, and material required to conduct professional and technical support for the Maneuver Damage Program within the Directorate of Public Works (DPW), ENRMD, CB located at JRTC and Fort Polk, Louisiana. The scope of this agreement includes supporting the DPW ENRMD CB through various program management duties including but not limited to necessary services required to provide technical support for the installation INRMP, NEPA, ESMC, and ICRMP Programs.

2.0 AUTHORITY

2.1 This cooperative agreement will be awarded using the authority delegated to Fort Worth USACE for 16 U.S.C. § 670c-1 (Sikes Act).

In agreement with the above stated goals, the Recipient agrees to provide the necessary personnel, equipment, and materials required to implement, activities to support the installation’s commitment toward environmental stewardship to manage natural and cultural resources in a responsible way that has the least impact on military missions and is beneficial to the region. In addition, the activities performed by the recipient must be completed in a manner conducive to guidelines outlined in the Endangered Species Act (16 USC 1531 et seq.), the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (16 USC 1361 et seq.), National Historic Preservation Act (54 U.S.C. 300101 et seq.), Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (25 U.S.C. 3001 et seq.), the Archaeological Resources Protection Act (16 U.S.C. 470 et seq.), the National Environmental Policy Act, applicable implementing regulations, Fort Polk 200-1, Army Regulations 200-1, and any other applicable regulatory guidelines such as the United States Forest Service Special Use Permit and Plan of Operation.

2.2 In accordance with section 6305 – Using cooperative agreements of the Federal Grant and Cooperative Agreements Act of 1977 (31 U.S.C. § 6301 et seq.), projects must carry out a public purpose of support or stimulation, instead of acquiring goods or services for the exclusive direct benefit of the United States Government. However, under the authority of the Sikes Act (16 USC 670c-1 (c) (2), notwithstanding chapter 63 of Title 31 (31 U.S.C. § 6301 et seq), a cooperative agreement under this section may be used to acquire property or services for the direct benefit or use of the United States Government.

Examples of carrying out a public purpose may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Project results are made available to a wide audience (including nonfederal entities)

• Project results/outputs add to the scientific literature/knowledge base, with applicability and utility beyond the scope of the project footprint/study area

• Academic and other nonfederal partner institutions (and their personnel) gain professional experience, increase knowledge, and develop skills and abilities

• Students benefit from direct interaction with federal scientists, program and technical staff, and field unit managers

2.3 In accordance with section 6305 – Using cooperative agreements of the Federal Grant and Cooperative Agreements Act of 1977 (31 U.S.C. § 6301 et seq.), substantial involvement is expected between the Department of Defense and the recipient when carrying out the activity contemplated by the cooperative agreement.

The installation further) agrees to provide substantial involvement as directed under the appropriate master agreement to include, but are not limited to, the following:

• INSTALLATION is involved in development of study methodology, data gathering, analysis, and/or report writing

• INSTALLATION actively participates and collaborates in carrying out the project plan of work, reviews and approves activities, helps train or select project staff or trainees

• INSTALLATION incurs in-kind or direct expenditures in carrying out the activities specified in the project agreement. Examples include, but are not limited to, the following:

Providing workspace Providing computing services Providing one (1) vehicle, subject to availability Providing staff time to work on the project

3.0 DESCRIPTION OF OBJECTIVES

As shown in the table below, Task 1, Maneuver Damage Collaboration and

Facilitation will be funded as the Basic Task each year. Tasks 2-5 are optional tasks and may be funded during each Basic Task year depending on project conditions and needs. Tasks 1-3 each have extensive scope elements comprised of multiple objectives and technical tasks. Technical qualifications and required deliverables are described in detail in this section.

Objective/Task Base Year

Follow-on Year 1

Follow-on Year 2

Follow-on Year 3

Follow-on Year 4

Task 1 – Maneuver Damage Collaboration & Facilitation

Task 2 – Maneuver Damage Technician

Task 3 – Maneuver Damage Database Management

Task 4 – Vehicle Support ** ** ** ** ** Task 5 – Vehicle Support ** ** ** ** ** *Basic Task to be funded each year.

**Optional Task - may be funded at any time during each Basic Task Period of Performance (PoP) while the agreement is active.

3.1 Task 1 (Basic Task): MANEUVER DAMAGE COLLABORATION &

FACILITATION

Level of Effort. Provide (1) full-time discipline or the equivalent of 1 (FTE) annually to assist with Conservation Branch (CB) programs through National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Maneuver Damage, and Mitigation and Monitoring, Integrated Natural Resource Management Plan (INRMP) and Threatened and Endangered Species Programs (T/E). Proper management of program resources is necessary to achieve management goals and is critical for overall program success. Maintain a flexible work schedule to conform CB Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) projects and special events. Provides oversight and expertise to subordinates such as maneuver damage technicians, database managers, and inspectors to ensure project objectives, approaches, and analysis/interpretation are technically sound and consistent with program objectives and needs. In order to support daily transportation needs to field sites and/or meetings, the recipient is expected to provide (1) vehicle to support the efforts associated with executing the required activities for Maneuver Damage Collaboration & Facilitation.

Qualifications. Minimum qualification for Task 1 is a BS in environmental science, natural resources, biology, soils, or related field conducive to management all aspects of a multi-disciplinary environmental management is required. Ability to perform strenuous fieldwork in rugged terrain and weather extremes and ability to utilize a Global Positioning System (GPS) system.

Expertise to map locations utilizing Geographic Information System (GIS) using ArcMap or Army’s equivalent for GIS abilities. Ability to obtain a valid Louisiana driver’s license and drive 4-wheel drive vehicles, ATVs/UTVs. Ability to pass a background investigation. Background check may include, but not limited to, criminal history, national sex offender search, and motor vehicle history. Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance. Provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.

3.1.1 *Coordinator. The Recipient will provide a lead coordinator that will be responsible for coordinating required technical activities with the Conservation Branch (CB) and will supervise a team of up to two technical disciplines to execute required Maneuver Damage activities. The lead coordinator will ensure new personnel are oriented to Program objectives, purpose, and SOPs and trained in technical and administrative/procedural aspects. The Lead coordinator may assist the PI by participating in personnel searches and will ensure all work is completed in a satisfactory manner. Lead coordinator will consolidate Maneuver Damage Quarterly Progress Report (QPR).

* The person occupying this position shall be a Key Person, such that any change shall require prior approval in accordance with the General Terms and Conditions. If vacated, this position will be backfilled as early as practicable.

Failure to reasonably backfill the position may result in a negative performance reporting the Federal Awardee Performance and Integrity Information System

(FAPIIS).

3.1.2 Coordination with Installation/Environmental Program Personnel.

Collaborates with the CB Maneuver Damage Program team to coordinate required activities including but not limited to the inspections after each training mission. Ensure maneuver damage inspectors including natural resource disciplines that may participate from other field teams are oriented to Program objectives, purpose, and SOPs and trained in technical and administrative/procedural aspects. Recipient will collaborate with the CB Maneuver Damage Program to determine the appropriate number of maneuver damage inspectors no later than 7 days prior to End of Rotational Exercise (ENDEX). Assist with planning and oversight in coordination with the government INRMP, NEPA, T/E, and Cultural Resources Program Managers (PMs) for maneuver damage and mitigation monitoring efforts. Assist with execution aspects of monitoring and managing Maneuver Damage activities in accordance with (IAW) CB approved SOPs, timelines. Coordinate with the CB Maneuver Damage Program to determine appropriate dates and times and conduct maneuver damage inspection refresher course to maneuver damage inspectors on a semi-annual basis. Coordinate with various government staff and other concerned parties, including but not limited to the T/E Species Program, Cultural Resources Program, INRMP (to include botany, non-game, game) Program, NEPA Program, other ENRMD branches and other Army directorates to ensure that all elements of the INRMP and SOPs are addressed in a timely and appropriate manner necessary to protect natural resources. Collect and report maneuver damage data as required within the Sustainability and Environmental Monitoring Plan (SEMP) objectives and metrics.

3.1.3 Sediment Basin Monitoring and Mapping. Develop, coordinate, and execute schedule of sediment basin inspections to provide information for required maintenance to include cleanout, repair, and general routine maintenance (e.g., mowing). Assist with the location and inspection of all Installation sediment basins on an annual basis. Coordinate the development of a prioritized Sediment Basin Maintenance Report by providing field data and facilitation of working group meetings with government staff in order to collect and discuss sufficient facts needed to determine a prioritized maintenance and repair strategy required to provide and maintain a prioritized status of sediment basins in need of maintenance. Provide information from work group meetings and fieldwork data worksheets required to support DPW Engineering and Operations (O&M) with implementation of required repair and maintenance of sediment basins. Inspection data shall include GPS data, photographs, inspection data form, and record of topographical features for calculation of capacity for new sediment basins. Inspection of existing sediment basins will include GPS data, photographs, and inspection data form. Maintenance needs shall be determined by the training intensity, local ground cover loss of the sediment basin’s relative watershed, dam/riser stability, extent of sedimentation in basin, and potential impacts to waterways. Sediment basins within intensive training areas shall be inspected semi-annually. All GPS data (including metadata) shall be submitted to the CB GIS Analyst. Maintain updated electronic/digital maps of Installation sediment basins on a bi-annual basis or as needed by DPW Engineering and O&M, Chief CB, and CB Senior Ecologist to support the Installation’s Range Regulations. Comply with established Installation Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and meet due dates and deliverables for projects as directed by the SOPs. Collect and report sediment basin data as required within the Sustainability and Environmental Monitoring Plan (SEMP) objectives and metrics.

3.1.4 Stream Crossing Monitoring and Mapping. Coordinate and assist with inspection of all stream crossings and ensure all data is updated and maintained.

Coordinate and assist inspection and identification of maintenance needs and repair priority of installation approved stream crossings sites. Develop reports of any extensively utilized and any unimproved stream crossings to be submitted to the Chief CB and Senior CB Ecologist for approval and submitted to DPW for hardening of crossing. Coordinate and assist with the development of an Approved Stream Crossing Monitoring Report of prioritized approved stream crossings in need of maintenance or improvement on an annual basis or as needed by DPW Engineering and O&M, Chief CB, and CB Senior Ecologist.

Ensure approved low-water crossing sites are updated and maintained electronic/digital on an annual basis or as needed to support the installation’s Range Regulations. Maintain/update stream crossing SOP. Comply with established installation SOPs and meet due dates and deliverables for projects as directed by the SOPs. Collect and report data as required within SEMP Objectives and Metrics.

3.1.5 Training Roads/Trails Repairs. Coordinate and assist with the inspection of training roads/trails. Maintain collected GIS data of training roads/trails.

Coordinate and assist with the development of Training Roads/Trails Maintenance Report of prioritized training roads/trails in need of maintenance or improvement on a bi-annual basis or as needed. Ensure maps of prioritized training roads/trails are maintained and updated electronically/digitally on bi-annual basis or as needed to support the installation’s utilization requirements.

3.1.6 Intensive Use Area (IUA) and Limited Use Area (LUA) Roads Damage Assessment. Coordinate with personnel to inspect and assess training damages to the IUA/LUA roads resulting from Army training and coordinate with DPW Engineering and O&M to initiate repair of these damages. Develop Damage Assessment Reports and coordinate with DPW Engineering and O&M, and Chief

CB in accordance with (IAW) due dates and established reporting/mapping format.

3.1.7 Maneuver Damage Inspections. IAW established SOPs serve as a team member and inspector for the installation’s Maneuver Damage Program. Perform maneuver damage inspections after training events and major training rotations to determine the extent, location, and degree of natural resources damages.

Coordinate rotational clean-up with engineering entities and Range Operations and Integrated Training Area Management (ITAM) and/or Land Rehabilitation and Management (LRAM) to implement repairs. Attend and participate in Range Operations, ITAM/LRAM meetings to coordinate with engineering entities.

Compile and report damages with determination of preferred remediation and coordinate rotational clean-up with engineering entities, DPW Engineering and O&M, and Range Operations, ITAM/LRAM to implement repairs. Provide monthly status report for Maneuver Damage Assessment Inspection and Engineer Repair Work. Furnish reports/maps and accurate maneuver damage field data sheets to the DPW Engineering and O&M and Range Operations ITAM/LRAM. Coordinate, develop, and schedule inspection roster of adequate numbers of environmental inspectors to support the post rotational and end of exercise inspections.

Develop an up-to-date bi-annual inspection roster. Roster will comply with all due dates and established reporting/mapping formats.

3.1.8 Maneuver Corridor Repairs and Maintenance Assessment. In concert with DPW Engineering and O&M and Range Operations ITAM/LRAM coordinate all required tasks and technical activities required for the recipient to execute inspections and monitoring of installation infrastructure within the maneuver areas. Infrastructure to be inspected includes but not limited to sediment basins, stream crossings, training roads/trails, real property, ranges and range facilities, landing zones, forward landing strips, drop zones, maintenance and sustainment of access roads and grounds, and erosion issues. Identify, prioritize, coordinate, and provide reports to DPW Engineering and O&M with sufficient detail of damage assessed to enable these Divisions to develop work order requests or contract scopes of work for repair. Develop and maintain a list of infrastructure repairs. List is to be provided to DPW Engineering and O&M, Chief CB, and CB Ecologist IAW due dates and established reporting/mapping format. Coordinate and assist in the development of Maneuver Corridor Assessment Reports and coordinate with DPW Engineering and O&M, Chief CB, and CB Ecologist as applicable IAW established installation SOPs and meet due dates and deliverables for projects as directed by the SOPs.

3.1.9 Maneuver Damage Tracking and Repair Program. Coordinate and provide assistance and input within the Installation Maneuver Damage Tracking and Repair Program. Input maneuver damage inspection, monitoring, and repair data into Maneuver Damage, Compliance, and Tracking System (MADCATS) database in the absence of Maneuver Damage Database support. Coordinate and assist in the development of an Annual Installation Monitoring and Repair

Report. Report detailed progress of repairs and the Installation entity responsible for repair of identified damages to the DPW Engineering and O&M, Range Operations ITAM/LRAM, Chief CB, and CB Ecologist as applicable. Comply with all due dates and report/map formats that are established.

3.1.10 Maneuver Corridor Coordination and Tracking. Coordinate the initiation of repair of maneuver damages from Rotational and home station exercises with DPW Engineering and O&M and Range Operations ITAM/LRAM and determine effective repairs by on-site monitoring of work. Attend End of Rotational Exercise (ENDEX) meetings and report identified damages and the installation entity responsible for repair of damages to DPW and Chief CB.

Coordinate and assist in the development of a Maneuver Corridor Repair Initiation Report of the identified deficiencies and the proposed methods of repair or maintenance of the deficiencies to the DPW Engineering and O&M and Chief CB as applicable IAW established installation SOPs and meet due dates and deliverables for projects as directed by the SOPs. Track the status of maneuver corridor work to be completed as per Army current reporting method.

3.1.11 Support Preparation of Environmental Documents. In conjunction with DPW Engineering and O&M, coordinate and assist with environmental documentation (to include NEPA, permitting, 4283s, and maps) for repair of maneuver/maneuver corridor damages, maneuver training area/maneuver corridor deficiencies, and sediment basin, stream crossing, culvert, training roads/trails, and erosion repairs. Key components of this infrastructure include low water crossings, unimproved trails, and LUA improved roads. Comply with all due dates and establish reporting/mapping formats.

3.1.12 Support Preparation of Work Orders. In accordance with the protocols and procedures outlined in the United States Forest Service Special Use Permit and Plan of Operation, coordinate and provide reports to DPW Engineering and O&M with sufficient details and data for the Government to prepare work orders or contract scopes of work for repair of maneuver damages, maneuver training area deficiencies, maneuver corridor and main rotational supply route deficiencies, sediment basin maintenance and repairs, stream crossing maintenance and repairs, and training infrastructure (standing structures, low water crossings, unimproved trails, helipads, drop zones, landing strips, and LUA improved roads) repairs that are required. Comply with all due dates and established reporting/mapping formats.

3.1.13 Reverse Osmosis Water Purification Unit (ROWPU) Site(s) Mapping.

Coordinate inspections of ROWPU sites. Sites will be inspected at least twice a year. Maintain a current list of approved ROWPU sites to support Installation Range Regulations. Develop approved ROWPU sites. Maintain updated electronic/digital maps of current ROWPU sites on a bi-annual basis or as needed by DPW Engineering and O&M, Chief CB, and CB Ecologist. ROWPU Annual Report to be published no later than (NLT) 1 October.

3.1.14 Maneuver Damage, Compliance, and Tracking System (MADCATS) Management. Serve as an alternate to input of maneuver damage inspection, monitoring, and repair data. Assist in the development and review of monitoring reports in accordance with MADCATS and maneuver damage SOPs and protocol. Provide technical assistance with the maneuver damage database as needed to ensure data is inputted correctly, assimilated and modeled to produce accurate reports.

3.1.15 Equipment/Building Maintenance. Track and record equipment location for use of any government equipment utilized under this effort. In accordance with Installation SOPs and timelines. While using government equipment the recipient shall periodically inspect those items to ensure they are in good working condition. The recipient shall also ensure that facilities such as office space utilized under this effort are maintained in an orderly manner to ensure that these areas are tidy and meet health and safety requirements specified in the Installation SOPs.

3.1.16 Reviews. The government may provide technical reports and documents for review during the performance period for technical review. Review these documents and report comments and recommendations IAW due dates and established Installation SOPs.

3.1.17 Reporting. Track, update, and report Common Levels of Support (CLS) or current reporting method, development and review of SOPs, annual SOP project reports (IAW approved format and SOP timelines) and weekly program activities for special events and updates. Ensure the following surveys and reports are completed within report deadlines:

ROWPU Annual Report published NLT 1 October.

Stream Crossing/Low Water Crossings survey completed NLT 31 December, Data cleanup and resurveys completed NLT 31 January, and Annual Report and mapping published NLT 15 February.

Sediment Basin Semi-annual Report and mapping published NLT 15 January, Annual Inspection completed NLT 31 July, and Annual Report and mapping published NLT 15 August; and

Bog annual surveys completed NLT 30 September and Annual Report, and mapping published NLT 31 December.

3.1.18 Meetings/Training. Attend weekly meetings to plan and implement projects. Participate in monthly safety briefings. Coordinate, track, and schedule for planning and implementing projects. Attend meetings and conferences to coordinate, brief and gather information for the CB to include NEPA, SEMP, and

Maneuver Damage. May additionally attend public meetings in support of public scoping requirements under NEPA and prepare and maintain informative displays.

Deliverables: Task 1 deliverables provided in the table below for MANEUVER

DAMAGE COORDINATION SUPPORT.

Deliverables Table. TASK 1, MANEUVER DAMAGE COORDINATION SUPPORT Objectives Frequency Tasks Coordinator Reports Quarterly/ Annual

As Needed Reports to indicate new and existing personnel have completed necessary training to support efficient project execution and to indicate project progress and any elements that may impact project execution.

Coordination with Installation/Environmental Program Personnel

Annual SOP reports and associated data IAW SOP timelines

Daily, Weekly, Monthly, Quarterly, Semi-annual, Annually

DAILY (Assist with execution aspects of monitoring and managing Maneuver Damage activities IAW CB approved SOPs, timelines, and cooperative agreements)

WEEKLY, MONTHLY, QUARTERLY,

ANNUALLY (Assist with reporting CLS) MONTHLY (Assist with planning and oversight in coordination with the government NEPA, INRMP, T/E, Cultural PMs for maneuver damage and mitigation monitoring efforts) SEMI-ANNUAL (Assist with coordinating and conducting maneuver damage inspection refresher to maneuver damage inspectors)

Sediment Basin Monitoring and Mapping

Weekly, Monthly, Bi-annual, Annually, As Needed

WEEKLY, MONTHLY, QUARTERLY,

ANNUALLY (Assist with reporting CLS) MONTHLY (Coordinate inspection of Installation sediment basins, Maintain prioritized status of sediment basins in need of maintenance, Maintain updated electronic/digital maps of sediment basins) BI-ANNUAL AT A MINIMUM (Facilitate meetings with DPW Engineering and O&M, Chief CB, and CB Ecologist, Develop updated electronic/digital maps for the Sediment Basin Report) ANNUALLY (Coordinate and assist in development of prioritized Sediment Basin Report, Report/Provide detailed progress of repairs to DPW Engineering and O&M, Chief CB, and CB Ecologist, Provide Sediment Basin Report to Chief CB and CB Ecologist).

AS NEEDED (Provide field data and facilitate working group meeting for government staff to provide a venue and provide sufficient facts to determine maintenance and repair strategy, progress of repairs to DPW Engineering and O&M, Chief CB, and CB Ecologist, Support DPW Engineering and O&M with development of scopes of work and funding requirements defenses by providing information from previous meetings and field work data worksheets)

Sediment Basin SEMP Reporting

July/August and October/ November

October/ November

April /May and July/August

1-3.2A – Report sediment basins inspected and maintained are in a functional condition.

1-3.2B – Report percent of major repair/new construction projects for sediment basins that were funded during the fiscal year, based on annual project list.

1-3.5A – Report percent of sediment basins that are at or near sediment capacity, based on annual or semi-annual inspection.

1-3.5B – Report of percent of sediment basins with a failed dam, or a dam at high risk of failure, based on annual or semi-annual inspection.

Stream Crossing Monitoring and Mapping

Weekly, Monthly, Bi-annual, Annually, As Needed

WEEKLY, MONTHLY, QUARTERLY,

ANNUALLY (Assist with reporting CLS) MONTHLY (Coordinate Inspection of stream crossings, Coordinate identification of maintenance needs and repair priorities, Maintain an Approved Stream Crossing Monitoring Report) BI-ANNUAL (Inspect each stream crossing) ANNUALLY, AS NEEDED (Coordinate and assist in the development of an Approved Stream Crossing Monitoring Report of prioritized approved stream crossings in need of maintenance or improvement to DPW Engineering and O&M, Chief CB, and CB Ecologist, Maintain updated electronic/digital maps of approved low- water stream crossings)

Stream Crossing SEMP Reporting

April/May

1.3-1A – Report percent of required stream/wetland crossing maintenance activities completed on time.

1.3-1B – Report percent of major repair/new construction projects for stream and wetland crossing structures that were funded during the fiscal year, based on annual project list.

1.3-3 – Report annual review and update of approved stream/wetland crossing location map(s) for use by JRTC rotational units (RTU) and home station units (HSU).

1.3-4A – Report number of stream/wetland crossings that show erosion at the approach(es), based on annual inspection.

1.3-4B – Report number of stream/wetland crossings that show restricted flow, based on annual inspection.

1.3-4C – Report number of stream/wetland crossings that require recurring maintenance (“recurring offenders”) to correct either erosion problems at the approach(es) or flow restrictions, based on the results of an annual inspection and an unscheduled inspection event within the same fiscal year, or the results of two consecutive annual inspection events.

Training Roads/Trails Repairs

Weekly, Monthly, Quarterly, Bi-Annual

Annually As Needed

WEEKLY, MONTHLY, QUARTERLY,

ANNUALLY (Assist with reporting CLS)

MONTHLY (Coordinate inspections of training roads/trails, Assist with training roads/trails inspections)

BI-ANNUAL, AS NEEDED (Maintain Training Roads/Trails Maintenance Report of prioritized training roads/trails in need of maintenance or improvement, Maintain electronic/digital maps of prioritized training roads/trails)

IUA and LUA Roads Damage Assessment

Monthly, Annually, As Needed

MONTHLY, ANNUALLY, AS NEEDED

(Coordinate inspections to assess damage to IUA and LUA roads) ANNUALLY, AS NEEDED (Coordinate and assist in the development of Damage Assessment Reports and coordinate with DPW Engineering and O&M, Chief CB, and CB Ecologist)

Maneuver Damage Inspections

Weekly, Monthly, Quarterly, Bi-annually, Annually

WEEKLY, MONTHLY, QUARTERLY,

ANNUALLY (Assist with reporting CLS) MONTHLY (Attend Meetings to Coordinate with DPW Engineering and O&M and Range Operations ITAM/LRAM; Compile and report damages with determination of preferred remediation and coordinate rotational clean-up with engineering entities, DPW Engineering and O&M and Range Operations ITAM/LRAM to implement repairs, Provide monthly status report for Maneuver Damage Assessment Inspection and Engineer Repair Work, Furnish reports/maps and accurate Maneuver Damage field data sheets) BI-ANNUAL (Coordinate, develop, and schedule an inspection roster of adequate numbers of environmental inspectors to support post rotational and end of exercise inspections)

Maneuver Corridor Repairs and Maintenance Assessment.

Weekly, Monthly, Quarterly, Annually

WEEKLY, MONTHLY, QUARTERLY,

ANNUALLY (Assist with reporting CLS) MONTHLY (Coordinate inspection and monitoring of Installation infrastructure within the maneuver areas, Identify and prioritize repairs and maintenance and coordinate with DPW Engineering and O&M, C,CB, and CB Ecologist to initiate repairs) ANNUALLY (Coordinate and assist with development and maintenance of Maneuver Corridor Assessment Report IAW Installation SOPs, Comply with due dates and deliverables of projects as established in SOPs)

Maneuver Damage Tracking and Repair Program

Weekly Monthly, Quarterly, Annually As Needed

WEEKLY, MONTHLY, QUARTERLY,

ANNUALLY (Assist with reporting CLS) MONTHLY, AS NEEDED (Coordinate and provide assistance and input within the Installation Maneuver Damage Tracking and Repair Program MADCATS, Report detailed progress of repairs and entity responsible for repairs to the DPW Engineering and O&M, C,CB, and CB Ecologist) ANNUALLY (Coordinate and assist in the development of an Annual Installation Monitoring and Repair Report, Comply with all due dates and report/map formats that are established)

Maneuver Corridor Coordination and Tracking

Weekly, Monthly, Quarterly, Annually, As Needed

WEEKLY, MONTHLY, QUARTERLY,

ANNUALLY (Assist with reporting CLS) MONTHLY (Coordinate repairs and maintenance with DPW Engineering and O&M and Range Operations ITAM/LRAM to determine effective repairs, Track the status of maneuver corridor work to be completed) ANNUALLY, AS NEEDED (Coordinate and assist in the development of the Maneuver Corridor Repair Initiation Report of identified deficiencies and proposed methods of repair or maintenance of the deficiencies to DPW Engineering and O&M, Chief CB, and CB Ecologist)

Preparation of Environmental Documents

Monthly, Annually, As Needed

MONTHLY, AS NEEDED, (Coordinate and assist with environmental documentation for repair of maneuver/maneuver corridor damages and maneuver training area/maneuver corridor deficiencies) ANNUALLY (Comply with all due dates and report/map formats that are established)

Preparation of Work Orders by the Government

Weekly, Monthly, Quarterly, Annually, As Needed

WEEKLY, MONTHLY, QUARTERLY,

ANNUALLY (Assist with reporting CLS) MONTHLY, AS NEEDED (Coordinate and provide DPW Engineering and O&M detail for the Government to develop work orders or contract scopes of work of repair for maneuver damages, maneuver training area deficiencies, and maneuver corridor and main rotational supply route deficiencies and training infrastructure) MONTHLY, ANNUALLY (Comply with all due dates and report/map formats that are established)

Reverse Osmosis Water Purification Unit (ROWPU) Sites Mapping

Monthly, Bi-annual, As Needed

MONTHLY (Coordinate and assist inspections of ROWPU sites, Maintain current list of approved ROWPU sites, Assist with development of approved ROWPU sites) BI-ANNUAL, AS NEEDED (Assist with development of updated electronic/digital maps for the updated ROWPU sites)

MADCATS Management As Needed As Needed (Serve as an alternate to input maneuver damage inspection, monitoring, and repair data)

Equipment/Building Maintenance(applicable to GFP/GFE/Government Office Space provided under this agreement)

Monthly MONTHLY, AS NEEDED (Inspect, Clean, and Maintain Vehicles, Dispatches, Equipment, and Government Provided Office)

Reviews As Needed AS NEEDED (Assist with the Review of Technical Reports and Documents)

Reporting Weekly, Monthly, Quarterly, Annual

WEEKLY, MONTHLY, QUARTERLY,

ANNUALLY (Track, Update, and CLS or current reporting method)

Meetings/Training Weekly, Monthly, As Needed

WEEKLY, MONTHLY, AS NEEDED

(Attend Meetings and Conferences to Coordinate, Brief, and Gather Information for CB to include NEPA, SEMP, Maneuver Damage, and INRMP, Attendance of All Required Meetings (i.e. Branch and Division Safety Meetings…)

3.2 Task 2 (OPTIONAL): MANEUVER DAMAGE TECHNICIAN

(INFRASTRUCTURE MAINTENANCE, INSPECTION, AND

ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS SUPPPORT)

Level of Effort. Provide (1) full-time discipline or the equivalent of 1 (FTE) annually to support CB programs through NEPA, Maneuver Damage, and Mitigation and Monitoring, INRMP and T/E Species Programs. Recipient is to provide technical recommendations and professional facilitation with infrastructure and maneuver damage repair activities such as erosion control, land rehabilitation, habitat protection, or post repair inspections. Recipient is to assist with the identification and documentation of erosion areas and provide recommendations for corrective actions. In the absence of the Maneuver Damage Coordinator the Recipient shall collect and report damage data as required within SEMP Objectives and Metrics. Proper management of program resources is necessary to achieve management goals and is critical for overall program success. Maintain a flexible work schedule to conform to CB SOP projects and special events.

Qualifications. Minimum qualification for Task 2 is a BS in environmental science, natural resources, biology, soils or 4-year professional experience in the field of environmental science, natural resources, biology, soils, or related field conducive to management all aspects of a multi-disciplinary environmental management is required. Ability to perform strenuous fieldwork in rugged terrain and weather extremes and ability to utilize a Global Positioning System (GPS) system. Expertise to map locations utilizing Geographic Information System (GIS) using ArcMap or Army’s equivalent for GIS abilities. Ability to obtain a valid Louisiana driver’s license and drive 4-wheel drive vehicles, ATVs/UTVs. Ability to pass a background investigation. Background check may include, but not limited to, criminal history, national sex offender search, and motor vehicle history.

Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance. Provide proof of U.S.

Citizenship. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.

3.2.1 Maneuver Damage Technician. In the event this Task is awarded, the person occupying this position shall be a Key Person, such that any change shall require prior approval in accordance with the General Terms and Conditions. If vacated, this position shall be backfilled as early as practicable. Failure to reasonably backfill the position may result in a negative performance reporting the Federal Awardee Performance and Integrity Information System (FAPIIS).

3.2.2 Training Infrastructure Monitoring. In concert with DPW Engineering and O&M and Range Operations ITAM/LRAM inspect and monitor Installation infrastructure (training roads/trails, sediment basins, stream crossings, culverts, maneuver damages, erosion) within the maneuver areas. Provide reports to these entities with sufficient detail of damage assessed to enable them to develop work order requests or contract scopes of work for repair. Develop and maintain a list of infrastructure repairs. Report detailed progress of repairs to the DPW Engineering and O&M, Chief CB, and CB Ecologist. Comply with all due dates and report/map formats that are established.

3.2.3 Sediment Basin Monitoring and Mapping. Annually locate and inspect all Installation sediment basins. Collect location, GPS data, photographs, complete inspection form, and record topographical features for calculation of capacity for new sediment basins. Conduct semi-annual inspection of all sediment basins within intensive training areas. Semi-annual Report and mapping to be published NLT 15 January. Conduct annual inspection NLT 31 July of all existing sediment basins and publish Annual Report and mapping NLT 15 August. Shall determine sediment basin maintenance and repairs by training intensity, local ground cover loss of the sediment basin’s relative watershed, dam/riser stability, extent of sedimentation in basin, and potential impacts to waterways. Data (to include metadata) collected shall be coordinated with the Maneuver Damage Coordinator for submittal to CB GIS Analyst. Maintain current GIS data for sediment basins. Develop a prioritized Sediment Basin Maintenance Report for coordination with Maneuver Damage Coordinator and submittal of report. Provide field inspection data to installation entities (DPW Engineering and O&M and Range Operations ITAM/LRAM) to determine required maintenance activities to include cleanout, repair, and general routine maintenance (i.e. mowing). Attend working group meetings provide sufficient facts needed to determine a prioritized maintenance and repair strategy.

Maintain a prioritized status of sediment basins, in need of maintenance. Assist DPW Engineering and O&M Divisions with development of scopes of work by providing information from previous meetings and field inspection data worksheets. Maintain updated electronic/digital maps of Installation sediment basins on a bi-annual basis or as needed by DPW Engineering and O&M, Chief CB, and CB Ecologist to support the Installation’s Range Regulations. Comply with established Installation SOPs and meet due dates and deliverables for projects as directed by the SOPs. Assist the Maneuver Damage Coordinator in collecting and reporting sediment basin data as required with the SEMP Objectives and Metrics.

3.2.4 Stream Crossing/Low Water Crossing Monitoring and Mapping.

Annually locate and inspect all installation stream crossings and/or low water crossings NLT 31 December. Data cleanup and resurveys to be completed NLT 31 January. Annual Report and mapping published NLT 15 February. Update and maintain all stream crossing field inspection data. Inspect and identify maintenance needs and repair priority of Installation approved stream crossing sites. Develop and submit reports of any extensively utilized or any unimproved stream crossings to the Maneuver Damage Coordinator and to Chief CB for approval and submittal to DPW for hardening of crossing. Coordinate and assist with the development of an Approved Stream Crossing Monitoring Report of prioritized approved stream crossings in need of maintenance or improvement on an annual basis or as needed by DPW Engineering and O&M, Chief CB, and CB Ecologist. Maintain updated electronic/digital maps of approved low-water stream crossing sites on an annual basis or as needed by DPW, Chief CB and CB Ecologist to support the Range Regulations. Development and maintenance of stream crossing SOPs and comply with established Installation SOPs and meet due dates and deliverables for projects as directed by the SOPs. Assist the Maneuver Damage Coordinator in the collection and reporting stream crossing data as required with the SEMP Objectives and Metrics.

3.2.5 Training Roads/Trails Repairs. Inspect training roads/trails. Collect and maintain GIS data of training roads/trails. Develop and maintain a Training Roads/Trails Maintenance Report of prioritized training roads/trails in need of maintenance or improvement on a bi-annual basis or as needed by DPW Engineering and O&M, Chief CB, and CB Ecologist. Maintain updated electronic/digital maps of prioritized training roads/trails on a bi-annual basis or as needed by DPW Engineering and O&M, Chief CB, and CB Ecologist to support Range Regulations.

3.2.6 Intensive Use Area (IUA) and Limited Use Area (LUA) Roads Damage Assessment. Inspect and access damages to IUA/LUA roads resulting from Army training and coordinate with DPW Engineering and O&M to initiate repair of these damages. Develop Damage Assessment Reports and coordinate with DPW Engineering and O&M Chief CB, and CB Ecologist IAW due dates and established reporting/mapping format.

3.2.7 Maneuver Corridor Repairs and Maintenance Assessment (all aspects of the maneuver damage corridor). Identify and Prioritize repairs and maintenance and coordinate with the DPW Engineering and O&M and Range Operations ITAM/ LRAM to initiate repair of these damages. Develop Maneuver Corridor Assessment Reports and coordinate with DPW Engineering and O&M, Chief CB, and CB Ecologist as applicable IAW established installation SOPs and meet due dates and deliverables for projects as directed by the SOPs.

3.2.8 Maneuver Damage Tracking and Repair Program. Assist with the coordination of repairs with the Installation Maneuver Damage Tracking and Repair Program. Develop Annual Installation Monitoring and Repair Report.

Report detailed progress of repairs and the Installation entity responsible for repair of identified damage to the DPW Engineering and O&M, Chief CB, and CB Ecologist as applicable. Comply with all due dates and report/map formats that are established.

3.2.9 Maneuver Corridor Coordination and Tracking. Assist with the coordination of repairs and maintenance with DPW Engineering and O&M and Range Operations ITAM/LRAM and determine effective repairs by on-site monitoring of work. Track the status of maneuver corridor work to be completed as per requirements of Army CLS or current reporting method. Develop Maneuver Corridor Repair Initiation Report of the identified deficiencies and the proposed methods of repair or maintenance of the deficiencies to the DPW Engineering and O&M, Chief CB, and CB Ecologist as applicable IAW established installation SOPs and meet due dates and deliverables for projects as directed by the SOPs.

3.2.10 Maneuver Damage Inspections. IAW with established SOPs, assist the Installation’s Maneuver Damage Program. Perform maneuver damage inspections after training events and major training rotations to determine the extent, location, and degree of natural resources damages. Compile and report damages to the Maneuver Damage Coordinator with determination of preferred remediation and coordinate rotational clean-up with DPW Engineering and O&M and Range Operations ITAM/LRAM to implement repairs. Provide monthly status report for Maneuver Damage Assessment Inspection and Engineer Repair Work.

Furnish reports/maps and accurate Maneuver Damage field data sheets to the DPW Engineering and O&M, Range Operations ITAM/LRAM, Chief CB, and CB Ecologist as applicable. Attend meetings to coordinate with engineering entities, DPW Engineering and O&M and Range Operations ITAM and LRAM. Comply with all due dates and report/map formats that are established.

3.2.11 Other Training Infrastructure Monitoring. In concert with DPW Engineering and O&M and in accordance with…