Solicitation.W912DQ20Q1024 REV 3 RELEASED Combined post 20200918.pdf

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in subpart 12.6 as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation, quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

The issuing office is USACE, Kansas City District, Federal Building CT-C, 601 E 12th St, RM 647, Kansas City, MO 64106-2896 (W912DQ).

The solicitation number for this acquisition is W912DQ20Q1024 and it is being issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ). The government intends to award a Firm-Fixed Price contract resulting from this solicitation.

This combined synopsis/solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2020-07 effective 08/31/2020.

This RFQ shall be 100% set-aside for small business. The associated North American Industry Classification system (NAICS) code is 561730 and the business size standard is $8,000,000.

FAR 52 .212.1 Instructions to Offerors- Commercial does apply to this acquisition with no addenda to the provision.

The description of the service:

This contract is for boundary line maintenance which involves crews replacing damaged or missing boundary signs and posts and clearing brush and small trees from an area four feet wide on the public property side of the boundary line. Trees larger than 6” in diameter will be removed if no threat of damage to adjacent property exists. It is expected for crews to use land clearing equipment that includes, brush mulching equipment, weed clippers, chainsaws, brush cutters etc. Also, in a five (5) month period contractor is expected to clear up to one hundred fifty

(150) miles of boundary line.

Work is necessary to maintain a visible and distinct boundary line between public and private property. A definitive boundary prevents unintentional encroachments onto public lands by adjacent private property owners and unintentional trespass onto private property by public land visitors. Herbicide will also be applied to prevent re-growth of undesirable vegetation.

The result of the work will be a visible and distinct boundary line between public and private property, a boundary line that has had herbicide applied, and boundary markers that are visible and in good repair.

The contractor will provide all labor, equipment, supplies, and supervision necessary to achieve the stated outcomes. All work will be performed in accordance with the performance work statement dated 15 September 2020.

Boundary line base and option periods, Performance period, and Miles to be cleared:

1. FY 2021 Base period 1 Nov 2020 - 31 Mar 2021 60

2. FY 2021 Option I, 1 Nov 2020 - 31 Mar 2021 50

3. FY 2021 Option II, 1 Nov 2020 - 31 Mar 2021 40

4. FY 2022 Option III, 1 Nov 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 75

5. FY 2022 Option IV, 1 Nov 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 50

6. FY 2022 Option V, 1 Nov 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 25

7. FY 2023 Option VI, 1 Nov 2022 - 31 Mar 2023 75

8. FY 2023 Option VII, 1 Nov 2022 - 31 Mar 2023 50

9. FY 2023 Option VIII, 1 Nov 2022 - 31 Mar 2023 25

In accordance with FAR 13.106-1 the basis for award will be the offer that is determined to be the most advantageous, providing the best value after considering (1) price (2) Past Performance and (3) technical.

(1) Price

(2) Past Performance

(3) Technical –

I. Related Experience II. Equipment Listing III. Chemical Application Certificate

The base period work is to be completed 31 March 2021. Delivery is FOB. Delivery location:

Harry S. Truman Reservoir, Warsaw, MO 65355.

Offerors must include a completed copy of FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representation and Certifications- Commercial Items with their offer. If the offeror has up-to-date representations and certifications in the System for Award Management (SAM) website, then this completed provision is not required to be submitted with the offeror’s proposal.

FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions- Commercial Items, does apply to this acquisition with no addenda to the provision.

FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders- Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. These specific clauses required are detailed in Sections C and I of this combined synopsis\solicitation.

Offerors interested in responding to this combined synopsis/solicitation must submit their quotation on the attached synopsis\solicitation. Any questions regarding this combined synopsis\solicitation must be submitted by email to the point of contact below.

Contractor must have an “Active” registration in System for Award Management (SAM) to be considered for award. To obtain information on SAM or to register with SAM visit the web site at: https://www.beta.sam.gov.

https://www.beta.sam.gov/

Quotations are due no later than 10:00 a.m. 19 October 2020. The final date to submit questions is 8 October 2020.

Questions of a technical nature should be addressed in writing to Roger Weter Roger.j.weter@usace.army.mil

Questions of a contractual nature should be addressed in writing to Sheila Nimrod Sheila.d.nimrod@usace.army.mil

Due to COVID-19 risk mitigation actions-NO MAIL-IN QUOTATIONS will be accepted.

All quotes/offers shall be submitted via e-mail to: Sheila.d.nimrod@usace.army.mil

The Government reserves the right to cancel this combined synopsis\solicitation. Any solicitation or contractual questions should be sent to Sheila Nimrod, Contract Specialist

(816) 389-2252 or Sheila.d.nimrod@usace.army.mil

System for Award Management (SAM)

In accordance with FAR 52.212-1(k): By submission of an offer, the offeror acknowledges the requirement that a prospective awardee shall be registered in the SAM database prior to award, during performance and through final payment of any contract resulting from this solicitation. If the Offeror does not become registered in the SAM database in the time prescribed by the Contracting Officer, the Contracting Officer will proceed to award to the next otherwise successful registered Offeror. Offerors may obtain information on creating a user account, registering your business entity and annual confirmation requirements via the SAM application accessed through https://www.sam.gov/SAM/pages/public/index.jsf . SAM frequently asked questions (FAQ) can be accessed via https://www.sam.gov/SAM/pages/public/loginFAQ.jsf It is highly encouraged that all prospective Offeror’s start the SAM registration process as soon as possible.

GSA has taken action to address alleged fraudulent activity in the System for Award Management (SAM). The measures GSA already has in place to help prevent improper activity in SAM include masking specific data elements in the entity registration even for authorized entity users; requiring “parent” approval of new registrations for their “child” entities; and requiring the formal appointment of the Entity Administrator by original, signed notarized letter.

OFFEROR MUST BE REGISTERED IN THE SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT

(SAM) WITHIN 7 DAYS OF THE CLOSE OF THE SOLICITATION OR THE

CONTRACTING OFFICER MAY PROCEED WITH AWARD TO THE NEXT SUCCESSFUL

OFFEROR.

If you have questions about Federal Government procurements in general or need assistance in the preparation of your proposal, a local Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) may be able to help.

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The PTAC was authorized by Congress in 1985 in an effort to expand the number of businesses capable of participating in the Federal Government marketplace. To locate a PTAC near you, go to https://www.aptac-us.org/contracting-assistance/ . THIS IS A FREE SERVICE BY A NON

PROFIT PAID FOR BY THE US GOVERNMENT SAM UPDATE:

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W912DQ20Q1024

Section B - Supplies or Services and Prices

ITEM NO SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

0001 1 Job FY2021 Boundary Clearing and Herbicide

FFP

Application.

60 miles and 60 posts (approximate). The work consists of crews replacing damaged or missing boundary signs and posts, clearing brush and small trees from an area four feet wide on the public property side of the boundary line and the application of herbicide to prevent re-growth of undesirable vegetation.

The result of the work will be a visible and distinct boundary line between public and private property.

The contractor will provide all labor, equipment, supplies, and supervision necessary to achieve the stated outcomes. All work shall be performed in accordance with the performance work statement (PWS) dated 15 September 2020.

FOB: Destination

PSC CD: S208

NET AMT

0002 1 Job OPTION FY2021 Boundary Clearing and Herbicide

FFP

Application.

50 miles and 50 posts (approximate). The work consists of crews replacing damaged or missing boundary signs and posts, clearing brush and small trees from an area four feet wide on the public property side of the boundary line and the application of herbicide to prevent re-growth of undesirable vegetation.

The result of the work will be a visible and distinct boundary line between public and private property.

The contractor will provide all labor, equipment, supplies, and supervision

0003 1 Job OPTION FY2021 Boundary Clearing and Herbicide

FFP

Application.

40 miles and 40 posts (approximate). The work consists of crews replacing damaged or missing boundary signs and posts, clearing brush and small trees from an area four feet wide on the public property side of the boundary line and the application of herbicide to prevent re-growth of undesirable vegetation.

The result of the work will be a visible and distinct boundary line between public and private property.

The contractor will provide all labor, equipment, supplies, and supervision

0004 1 Job OPTION FY2022 Boundary Clearing and Herbicide

FFP

Application.

75 miles and 75 posts (approximate). The work consists of crews replacing damaged or missing boundary signs and posts, clearing brush and small trees from an area four feet wide on the public property side of the boundary line and the application of herbicide to prevent re-growth of undesirable vegetation.

The result of the work will be a visible and distinct boundary line between public and private property.

The contractor will provide all labor, equipment, supplies, and supervision

0005 1 Job OPTION FY2022 Boundary Clearing and Herbicide

FFP

Application.

50 miles and 50 posts (approximate). The work consists of crews replacing damaged or missing boundary signs and posts, clearing brush and small trees from an area four feet wide on the public property side of the boundary line and the application of herbicide to prevent re-growth of undesirable vegetation.

The result of the work will be a visible and distinct boundary line between public and private property.

The contractor will provide all labor, equipment, supplies, and supervision

0006 1 Job OPTION FY2022 Boundary Clearing and Herbicide

FFP

Application.

25 miles and 25 posts (approximate). The work consists of crews replacing damaged or missing boundary signs and posts, clearing brush and small trees from an area four feet wide on the public property side of the boundary line and the application of herbicide to prevent re-growth of undesirable vegetation.

The result of the work will be a visible and distinct boundary line between public and private property.

The contractor will provide all labor, equipment, supplies, and supervision

0007 1 Job OPTION FY2023 Boundary Clearing and Herbicide

FFP

Application.

75 miles and 75 posts (approximate). The work consists of crews replacing damaged or missing boundary signs and posts, clearing brush and small trees from an area four feet wide on the public property side of the boundary line and the application of herbicide to prevent re-growth of undesirable vegetation.

The result of the work will be a visible and distinct boundary line between public and private property.

The contractor will provide all labor, equipment, supplies, and supervision

0008 1 Job OPTION FY2023 Boundary Clearing and Herbicide

FFP

Application.

50 miles and 50 posts (approximate). The work consists of crews replacing damaged or missing boundary signs and posts, clearing brush and small trees from an area four feet wide on the public property side of the boundary line and the application of herbicide to prevent re-growth of undesirable vegetation.

The result of the work will be a visible and distinct boundary line between public and private property.

The contractor will provide all labor, equipment, supplies, and supervision

0009 1 Job OPTION FY2023 Boundary Clearing and Herbicide

FFP

Application.

25 miles and 25 posts (approximate). The work consists of crews replacing damaged or missing boundary signs and posts, clearing brush and small trees from an area four feet wide on the public property side of the boundary line and the application of herbicide to prevent re-growth of undesirable vegetation.

The result of the work will be a visible and distinct boundary line between public and private property.

The contractor will provide all labor, equipment, supplies, and supervision

Section C - Descriptions and Specifications

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

HARRY S. TRUMAN DAM AND RESERVOIR

Performance Work Statement Revised 9/15/20

C.1 GENERAL INFORMATION.

C.1.1 Background. Truman Reservoir is the largest flood control reservoir in Missouri, with a storage capacity of more than 5 million acre-feet (an acre-foot = 325,000 gal.). Recreational development is extensive. Twenty parks and access areas, managed by or leased from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, are conveniently located around the reservoir. Park areas at Truman Reservoir offer a wide variety of recreation facilities including boat launching ramps, campgrounds, full service marinas, picnic areas, sand swimming beaches, and a regional visitor center. Many routine maintenance items are contracted to the private sector. Mowing, refuse collection, and facility cleanup are just a few of the activities that are performed by private contractors for the Corps.

This contract is for boundary line maintenance which involves crews replacing damaged or missing boundary signs and posts and clearing brush and small trees from an area four feet wide on the public property side of the boundary line. Trees larger than 6” in diameter will be removed if no threat of damage to adjacent property exists. It is expected for crews to use land clearing equipment that includes: brush mulching equipment, weed clippers, chainsaws, brush cutters etc. Also in a five (5) month period contractor is expected to clear up to one hundred fifty (150) miles of boundary line.

C.1.2 Description of Services/Introduction: The contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, materials, supervision, and other items and non-personal services necessary to perform boundary clearing and maintenance as defined in this Performance Work Statement except for those items specified as government furnished property and services. The contractor shall perform to the standards in this contract.

Work is necessary to maintain a visible and distinct boundary line between public and private property. A definitive boundary prevents unintentional encroachments onto public lands by adjacent private property owners and unintentional trespass onto private property by public land visitors. Herbicide will also be applied to prevent re-growth of undesirable vegetation.

C.1.3 Scope of Work. The services to be furnished under this procurement shall consist of a post-award conference, reports, meetings, daily worksheets, etc., and furnishing all labor, equipment, supplies, and supervision, as necessary to accomplish the clearing of and application of chemical to the Harry S. Truman Project boundary, according to the attached performance work statement (PWS) and elsewhere in the contract. The Contractor shall perform tasks listed in Section C.5. Acceptable performance standards and current regulations are provided for each task. The Contractor shall monitor performance and ensure compliance in accordance with the terms and conditions.

All quantities are estimated and may be varied + or - 10% at the discretion of the COR. Areas subject to service shall be as follows:

BOUNDARY CLEARING

AND HERBICIDE APPLICATION MAXIMUM POSTS

YEAR MILEAGE TO REPLACE

FY 2021 Base Contract 60 60 FY 2021 Option I 50 50 FY 2021 Option II 40 40 FY 2022 Option III 75 75 FY 2022 Option IV 50 50 FY 2022 Option V 25 25 FY 2023 Option VI 75 75 FY 2023 Option VII 50 50 FY 2023 Option VIII 25 25

The location and vicinity map showing the various contract boundary clearing mileage is for the purpose of offering on the solicitation. Detailed survey maps are available and can be reviewed at the Harry S.

Truman Project Office, and will be furnished to the successful bidder.

C.1.4 Dates of Performance. Services performed shall be in a five (5) month period November 1 through March

31.

C.1.4.1 Period of Performance (POP). Services shall become effective (start) on November 1, 2020, and shall continue until the Contractor has cleared and sprayed the boundary mileage required for the base contract and options 1 & 2, if exercised, in accordance with the contract requirements. Services shall end on 31 March 2021.

C.1.4.2 Options. Dates for Period of Performance (POP), for each option, will be from November 1 through

March 31 of each year exercised.

C.1.4.3 Work within Timeframes. All work shall be accomplished within the timeframes specified. Services rendered outside the time periods specified will not be compensated unless specifically approved, in writing, by the Contracting Officer or his/her authorized representative.

C.1.4.4 Mileage. See the table in paragraph C.1.2 for boundary mileage requirements.

C.1.5 Hours of Operation.

C.1.5.1 Work shall be performed during the hours of 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday – Friday except for Federal

Holidays (no work performed). Any request for variation from these hours shall be coordinated with the Government Representative 48 hours in advance.

C.1.5.2 If The Contractor request variation of performance hours they shall not begin performance before sunrise and shall complete performance no later than sunset of any scheduled workday.

C.1.5.3 Office business hours are 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday – Friday except for Federal Holidays.

C.1.6 Post-Award Conference. After award, but prior to commencement of work, the Contractor shall contact the Contracting Officer’s Representative, to arrange a mutually agreeable time to meet at the Truman Project Office to review the requirements and details of the work.

C.1.6.1 Documents and Correspondence. After award, all documents and related correspondence shall be routed through the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) at the Project Office.

C.1.7 Legal Compliance.

C.1.7.1 Compliance. It shall be the responsibility of the Contractor to comply with all Federal, State, and local laws and regulations governing health, safety, training, operational, and licensing requirements as may be applicable and required for application of commercial pesticides (including OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29CFR 1910.1200).

C.1.7.2 License. The Contractor’s employee(s) applying chemical under this contract shall possess a Commercial Applicator’s License acceptable to the State of Missouri; or in lieu thereof (unless otherwise prohibited), applicator may be unlicensed, if he or she is closely supervised by an on-site supervisor who is licensed according to the above requirements.

C.1.8 Required Submissions. The Contractor shall submit the following documents to the COR at the Project

Office, proof of proper licensing and proof of insurance, to be delivered no later than the start of the contract period.

C.1.9 Quality Control

QC Plan. The Contractor shall develop and maintain an effective Quality Control Plan. It will be used to demonstrate how the Contractor will meet the needs of the project. The Quality Control Plan shall contain a list of equipment, chemicals and supplies to be used in performing the contract duties. The Plan shall identify the contractor furnished equipment and state how the work will be accomplished, i.e. chainsaw, pressure water pump, etc. The contractor shall develop and implement procedures to identify, prevent, and ensure non-recurrence of defective services. The Contractor shall submit a copy of their quality control plan to the COR for approval prior to the start of work. Complete records of all inspection work performed by the contractor must be maintained and made available to the government during contract performance.

C.1.9.2 Contractor Representative. The Contractor shall designate, in writing, a member of each work crew who shall serve as the contact for matters involving quality and performance or non-performance of the required work assigned to that crew. The designated employee(s) shall be qualified with full authority to act for, and on behalf of, the Contractor as necessary to ensure that the work described herein is performed in accordance with these specifications. The Contractor shall furnish the above written designation to the COR at the project no later than the first day of work. The designation shall include the name(s), title and telephone number(s) of the responsible individuals.

C.1.9.3 Contractor Telephone. The Contractor shall furnish to the Contracting

Officers Representative, a telephone number attended during normal business hours (7 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.) to which calls concerning the services, performance, or other contractual matters can be discussed. For the purposes of time and date, a message will be deemed to be delivered to the Contractor at such time as it is delivered to the telephone number provided by the Contractor.

C.1.9.4 Contractor Worksheets. Completed worksheet(s) shall be submitted daily by the contractor and will include the following information: the location, date, weather conditions, amount and type of work completed, chemicals used, and any other pertinent information. Daily worksheets shall be hand carried to the HS Truman location or sent by electronic mail (email) to the COR. Contractor Daily Worksheet forms (See Section C.6) shall be furnished by the Government.

C.1.9.5 Encroachments. Contractor shall identify all encroachments by documenting them on the daily worksheet using GPS coordinates. Encroachments consist of all unauthorized uses of Government property, including, but not limited to, placement of personal property or structures, roads, trails, mowing, clearing, fencing, haying, or grazing.

C.1.9.6 Deficiencies and Equipment Breakdown. Failure to correct noted deficiencies within two weeks of notification otherwise withholding payment may be withheld. The Contractor is responsible to maintain sufficient resources (manpower, materials, and equipment) to complete the clearing of all miles and execute all the provisions of contract according to the schedule or terms and conditions of the contract.

C.1.9.7 Performance Requirements Summary. Refer to the following table:

Item PWS Para Performance Standard/AQL (Acceptable Quality Level) Surveillance Method

Maintain Improved Grounds C.5.1 Clear all woody vegetation, per the requirements of the PWS.

100% Inspection or Random Inspection

Maintain Improved Grounds C.5.1.2 Apply chemical to cut stubs, stumps and stems per the requirement of the PWS 100% Inspection or Random Inspection

Maintain Improved Grounds C.5.1.4

Straighten and/or reset all damaged boundary reference posts per the requirement of the PWS

100% Inspection or Random Inspection

Maintain Improved Grounds C.5.1.6 Clear and spray all vegetation within a 3 foot radius of all offset posts 100% Inspection or Random Inspection

Maintain Improved Grounds C.5.1.7 Report, in writing any encroachments onto government property.

100% Inspection or Random Inspection

GPS Data Entry C.5.1.8 Collect points at all monuments and encroachments.

100% Inspection or Random Inspection

Annual Coordination

Meeting C.1.5 No more than one (1) error per year.

Complete prior to start of work for the contract award and each option exercise period.

Accident Prevention Plan (APP) C.1.14 No more than one (1) error per year.

Complete prior to start of work for the contract award and each option exercise period.

Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) C.1.14 No more than one (1) error per year.

Complete prior to start of work for the contract award and each option exercise period.

Quality Control

Plan

C.1.10.1 No more than one (1) error per year. Complete prior to start of work.

C.1.10 Quality Assurance.

C.1.10.1 Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan. A Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan

(QASP) will be used during the life of the contract to ensure that the Contractor is performing the services required by this PWS in an acceptable manner. The Government develops the QASP and the Project Office administers the Plan through Quality Assurance Evaluators (QAEs).

C.1.10.2 Monitoring Performance. The government will monitor the Contractor’s performance under this contract using quality assurance procedures developed by the Government. Typical procedures might include periodic sampling, checklists and customer complaints. This should not be considered an exhaustive list. A primary objective of Government Quality Assurance will be to determine the effectiveness of the Contractor’s quality control system.

C.1.10.3 Inspection. The government has the right to inspect and test (review GPS coordinates) all services called for by the contract, to the extent practicable at all times and places during the term of the contract. The government shall perform inspections and tests in a manner that shall not unduly delay the work.

C.1.10.4 Defects. If any of the services do not conform to contract requirements, the government may require the contractor to perform the services again in conformity with contract requirements, at no increase in contract amount. When the defects in services cannot be corrected by re-performance, the government may (1) require the contractor to take necessary action to ensure that future performance conforms to contract requirements and (2) reduce the contract price to reflect the reduced value of the services performed.

C.1.10.5 Missed Areas. In the event that an area or work within an area is missed, the

Contractor shall return and re-service the area or affected work immediately upon receipt of such notice by the Contracting Officer, or his/her authorized representative. Failure to correct noted deficiencies will result in withholding of payment for the work not performed. During the progress of this contract, if it becomes apparent that the Contractor is unable to perform the work in accordance with the contract specifications, he/she shall acquire additional supplies, equipment, and personnel, as may be required by the Contracting Officer, to ensure that the work is accomplished as specified in the contract.

C.1.11 Coordination with the Contracting Officer’s Representative.

C.1.11.1 Contact. Day to day contact with Government personnel, and telephone communication shall normally provide adequate information exchange. The Government reserves the right to schedule meetings at the Project Office as necessary to insure strict compliance with the terms of this contract. Such meetings shall be scheduled, to the extent possible, at mutually convenient times. However, upon notice, the Contractor shall attend meetings regarding matters affecting this contract.

C.1.12 Contractor Personnel.

C.1.12.1 Clothing. All Contractor personnel shall be fully clothed at all times while performing these services. Clothing shall be clean and neat in appearance. "Fully clothed" shall be deemed to mean that a shirt (or T-shirt), trousers, and shoes or boots shall be worn at all times, except that this requirement shall not be construed to replace or eliminate the necessity for wearing appropriate personal protective equipment, devices, or clothing, as may be required for the application of chemicals.

C.1.12.2 Visitor Interaction. Contractor personnel shall utilize tact, diplomacy and courtesy at all times during contact with the public.

C.1.13 Safety Requirements. In addition to OSHA requirements, all work shall be performed in accordance with the safety requirements contained in the Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements Manual, EM-385-1-1, copies of which are available at the Truman Project Office or online. The contractor shall submit a site specific Accident Prevention Plan and a detailed Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) for each feature of work prior to the start of work.

C.1.13.1 Injury, Damage, Hazards. Any injury property damage, equipment malfunction, or safety hazard observed by the contractor shall report immediately to the Contracting Officer’s Representative.

C.1.13.2 Safe Performance. In order to provide safety controls for protection of life and health of employees and other persons; for the prevention of damages to property, materials, supplies, and equipment; and for avoidance of work interruptions in the performance of this contract, the Contractor shall comply with all pertinent provisions of Federal, State, and local regulations and shall take, or cause to be taken, such additional measures as the Contracting Officer may determine to be reasonable and necessary for the performance of the work.

C.1.13.3 Vehicle Flasher Lights. Contractor vehicles shall be equipped with 4-way flashers and turn signals in operating condition. Flashers shall be activated when vehicles are parked on or traveling slowly along roadways.

C.1.13.4 No Off-Road Vehicles. The use of off-road vehicles such as ATV’s or pick-ups is not permitted except on authorized trails and roads.

C.1.14 Other Contractors. The Government may undertake or award other contracts for additional work, and the Contractor shall fully cooperate with such other contractors and Government employees. All work must be carefully planned and fitted not to interfere with such other work. The

Contractor shall not commit or permit any act that will interfere with the performance of work by other contractors or by Government employees.

C.2 DEFINITIONS AND ACRONYMS. The following definitions and descriptions apply wherever the word, phrase, or acronym is used in this performance work statement.

Contracting Officer's Representative (COR): An individual designated and authorized in writing by the contracting officer to perform specific technical or administrative functions.

PWS: Performance Work Statement

Performance-Based Contract: (FAR 2.101) Structuring all aspects of an acquisition around the purpose of the work to be performed with the contract requirements set forth in clear, specific, and objective terms with measurable outcomes as opposed to either the manner by which the work is to be performed or broad and imprecise.

Performance Requirements Summary (PRS): The PRS shows contract requirements, the component requirements related to each contract requirement, the price of each work requirement as a percentage of the associated contract requirement (Fixed Price Contracts), the standard of performance, and the acceptable quality level (AQL) for each work requirement.

Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP): An organized written document used by Government for quality assurance surveillance. Document contains sampling/evaluation guides, checklists, and the performance requirements summary (PRS).

ALP: Acceptable Level of Performance

Quality Control (QC): A method used by the Contractor to control the quality of goods and services provided.

Quality Assurance (QA): A method used by the Government to provide some measure of control over the quality of purchased goods and services received.

Service contract: A contract that directly engages the time and effort of a contractor whose primary purpose is to perform an identifiable task rather than to furnish an end item of supply. A service contract may cover services

C.3 GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED EQUIPMENT, MATERIALS & SUPPLIES.

C.3.1 Government Furnished Property. The Government will furnish to the Contractor the following identified property to be used in performing the services required by the contract. When the property is delivered, the Contractor shall verify its quantity and condition in writing to the Contracting Officer or his authorized representative on Memorandum Receipt, ENG Form 4866, at time of receipt. Damages to any equipment will be reported in writing to the Contracting Officer or his authorized representative, within work day.

Item (description) Quantity Storage Location Approx. Value Trimble Geo XT one Ranger Office $3000.00 Trimble Charger one Ranger Office $250.00 Steel posts as needed Maintenance building $15.50 each Boundary signs as needed Maintenance building $ 7.00 each Vehicle Magnets four Ranger Office $25.00 each

C.3.2 Government Furnished Consumable Items. The following consumable items, will be furnished to the Contractor by the Government from stock. The Government will retain control of expendables, to be dispensed on an as-needed basis for use in the performance of this contract.

1. Nuts, bolts, and washers for the installation of boundary signs.

2. Daily worksheets.

C.4 CONTRACTOR FURNISHED EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES.

C.4.1 Equipment and Supplies. The Contractor shall furnish all equipment and supplies not identified in Section C.3 of this PWS.

C.4.2 Other Items. The Contractor shall furnish all transportation; power equipment with fuel; liquid Tordon

RTU herbicide with marker dye; herbicide sprayer; post drivers, axes, and other hand tools; flagging; and all other supplies and equipment necessary to accomplish the services specified herein other than materials listed in C.3 and C.4.

C.4.3 COR Approval. All contractor furnished materials, equipment and supplies must be approved by the

Contracting Officer Representative prior to initial use.

C.5 SPECIFIC TASKS.

C.5.1 Vegetation Removal: The Contractor shall clear all woody vegetation, brush, trees, stumps, vines, and downed trees and limbs from an area extending from the Government boundary line back onto Government property for a distance of four (4) feet. Higher limbs overhanging the cut area shall be cut back to provide a cleared height of seven feet above ground. All trees with a Diameter Breast Height (DBH) of 10 inches or less shall be removed from the Trocha line. Trees exceeding ten (10) inches DBH shall have all limbs removed to a height of seven feet above ground. All limbs that are removed will be cut back to the trunk of the tree. All stubs and stump cuts shall be horizontal, to preclude sharp stubs. In no case shall remaining stumps or stubs exceed two inches in height. Brush shall be deposited on Government land, clear of the cut area. No cut trees shall be left entangled in standing trees. All clearing and herbicide treatment of boundary line between monuments shall be completed before moving on to the next segment. The Government reserves the right to designate and mark any trees located within the work area to be left uncut. Clearing shall be accomplished only on the Government side of the property boundary line. The Contractor shall, by use of flags, range poles or other methods establish the location of the boundary line within his immediate work area prior to cutting. Any aids in determining boundary lines, such as flags, string lines, etc. shall be removed upon completion of each clearing segments. Difficulty in locating monuments or property line shall be reported to the Project personnel for assistance.

Work will start at point A for the Base Contract on the attached map and continue easterly toward point B for a total of 60 miles. Work shall be done in a continuous pattern until complete. Exercised options shall begin at point B, or at the previous ending point of exercised options, and continue easterly until the awarded option mileage is completed. Any deviation from the work pattern must be approved by the COR.

(REFRE TO APPENDIX A)

C.5.1.2 Chemical Treatment. Except as stated in C.5.1.2.1, the Contractor shall apply liquid

Tordon RTU (or equivalent substitute, at the discretion of Project personnel) herbicide to all cut stubs, stumps, and stems (except the cut ends of limbs on trees greater than 6 (six) inches within the cleared area.

An adequate marker dye shall be mixed with the chemical in sufficient concentration to leave an obvious and durable stain on the treated stubs, stumps, and stems. All such stems shall be treated on the same day that they are first cut.

C.5.1.2.1 Application Procedures. Application of chemicals shall be according to the label directions for the material used. When it is the professional opinion of the Contractor that the use of chemicals, mix ratios, carriers, or rates of application, other than those specified, will result in equal or better results, the Contractor may request permission for their use. Any such request shall be submitted in writing and shall specify the chemical, its uses, rates of application, and cost. A label for the chemical shall be submitted with the Contractor's request. Requests shall be submitted to the Project Manager, Harry S.

Truman Project Office, at least 30 days prior to the intended use. If granted, permission for the use of an alternate chemical, mix ratio, carrier, or rate of application will be in writing from the Contracting Officer, or his authorized representative. Chemicals, mix ratios, carriers, or application rates other than specified in the label will not be used in the absence of the above specified request and approval. When the use of approved alternate chemicals, mix ratios, carriers, or application rates requested by the Contractor results in an increase in Contractor cost or time, an equitable adjustment will be made to the contract price through the issuance of a contract modification.

C.5.1.2.2 Label Directions. Label directions and/or warnings relative to temperature or other climatic factors shall be closely adhered to. Care shall be exercised at all times by the Contractor to protect desirable (non-target) species from damage by the required application of chemicals. The Contractor shall not apply chemicals to cleared areas where the Government boundary adjoins park areas, subdivisions, private residences, pastures, or animal pens. The Contractor will receive payment for chemical application only for the portion of boundary on which chemical was actually applied.

C.5.1.3 Mileage. The Contractor shall clear the mileage specified in the table C.1.2 for

FY-2021, FY-2022 Options and FY-2023. Contingencies, such as flooding, will not relieve the Contractor from clearing the required mileage, but may result in identification of alternate work areas at the discretion of the COR.

C.5.1.4 Boundary Markers. The Contractor shall provide the Contracting Officer

Representative a list, to be delivered weekly, showing the location and number of any missing or damaged boundary monuments observed during the course of the work. The Contractor shall straighten and reset, as necessary, all damaged boundary reference posts. Missing posts, broken posts, and posts that cannot be straightened shall be replaced with a new post set two (2) feet deep and one (1) foot on the Government side of the boundary monument. "U.S. Reservation Boundary Mark" signs that are missing or not legible (more than 2 words or 2 letters in any word) shall be removed and replaced with a new sign. All signs shall face toward the adjoining private property. Damaged posts and signs that have been replaced shall be delivered to the project maintenance building on the Access Road below Truman Dam.

C.5.1.5 Access. Access to the Government boundary shall within reason be by public access roads. The contractor shall be responsible for securing needed access by non-public routes. At no time shall the contractor trespass without written permission from the landowner(s). Clearing work shall be performed only on the Government side of the boundary line. Boundary monuments (located on the property line) and reference posts (located 1 foot inside the boundary line) are installed to allow line-of-sight from post to post. The Contractor shall, by using flagging, range poles, or similar aids, establish the location of the boundary within the immediate work area prior to cutting. The Contractor shall make diligent efforts to locate and expose each monument. Difficulty in locating monuments or the boundary line shall be referred to the COR for assistance.

C.5.1.6 Boundary Offsets. In areas where the boundary is marked by boundary offsets

(e.g.- actual boundary is located along the centerline of a road or creek), the Contractor will clear and spray all vegetation as described in paragraphs 5.1 within a (3) foot radius of all offset posts.

C.5.1.7 Encroachments.

C.5.1.7.1 Reporting. The contractor shall report in writing any encroachment onto government property. This includes but not limited to fences, trash, abandoned vehicles, buildings or structures, trails and roadways, sewage and sewer lateral lines, mowing or clearing of vegetation or branches. Encroachments shall be documented by date and time when the encroachment was discovered, type of encroachment, and location using county, section, township, range, and A.P. and P.O.L. boundary markers. An encroachment is any unauthorized use of government land by adjacent land owners, persons, or businesses.

C.5.1.8 Locate and Mark Monuments

Locate and Mark Existing Monuments: Existing monuments along the boundary line will be located and plotted using a Trimble GPS unit supplied by the Corps of Engineers. Information including: monument type, monument number, monument condition, and section/township/range, will be collected using provided GPS unit. The GPS unit will be returned to a Corps of Engineers Official weekly so that the data can be downloaded. All monument caps will be left uncovered, and free of dirt and debris. A diligent effort of at least 15 minutes will be made to locate each monument. The use of steel tape or metal detector may be necessary if other methods fail. Use of a metal detector may require the marker post to be removed. If removed, the marker post must be correctly placed back in the ground when monument is located (monuments not found will be listed on the daily report).

C.6. APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS AND FORMS.

C.6.1

C.6.2 Map. Information on Truman Lake can be found on the Internet at http://www.nwk.usace.army.mil/ht/

C.7. SECURITY REQUIREMENTS.

C.7.1

All local security procedures will be adhered to. Foreign workers must be lawfully admitted to the U.S. and have documentation (authorization to work in the U.S.) From U.S. Citizenship and immigration services (ISCIS). Foreign nationals working on contracts must be approved through Corps of Engineers Foreign Nationals working on contracts must be approved through the Corps of Engineers Foreign Disclosure Officer prior to work. Foreign national background investigations may take 3-4 weeks longer to obtain than NACI, therefore, the contractor shall plan accordingly.

C.7.2

Access and General Protection/Security Policy and Procedures-All Contractor and all associated sub-contractors employees shall comply with applicable installation, facility and area commander installation/facility access and local security policies and procedures (provided by government representative). The Contractor shall also provide all information required for background checks to meet installation access requirements to be accomplished by installation Provost Marshal Office, Director of Emergency Services or Security Office. Contractor workforce must comply with all personal identity verification requirements as directed by DOD, HQDA and/or local policy. In addition to the changes otherwise authorized by the changes clause of this contract, should the Force Protection Condition (FPCON) at any individual facility or installation change, the Government may require changes in Contractor security matters or processes.

C.7.3

Submit a complete, updated and signed, list of all Contractor and subcontractor personnel, including their titles and intended working hours, who will be working on site prior to start of work. This listing shall be revised and resubmitted when personnel changes occur. (SUBMITTAL FIO)

C.7.4 http://www.nwk.usace.army.mil/ht/ iWATCH and/or CorpsWatch Training-All Contractor employees, to include subcontractor employees, requiring access to Army installations, facilities and controlled access areas shall complete iWATCH and/or CorpsWatch Training awareness training within 30 calendar days after contract start date.

C.7.5

Suspicious Activity Reporting Training (See C.7.4)

C.7.6

Pre-Screen Candidates using E-Verify Program-The Contractor must pre-screen Candidates using the E-verify Program (http://www.dhs.gov/E-Verify) website to meet the established employment eligibility requirements. The Vendor must ensure that the Candidate has two valid forms of Government issued identification prior to ensure the correct information is entered into the E-verify system. An initial list of verified/eligible Candidates must be provided to the COR no later than 3 business days after the initial contract award.

Section E - Inspection and Acceptance

INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE TERMS

Supplies/services will be inspected/accepted at:

CLIN INSPECT AT INSPECT BY ACCEPT AT ACCEPT BY

0001 Destination Government Destination Government 0002 Destination Government Destination Government 0003 Destination Government Destination Government 0004 Destination Government Destination Government 0005 Destination Government Destination Government 0006 Destination Government Destination Government 0007 Destination Government Destination Government 0008 Destination Government Destination Government 0009 Destination Government Destination Government

Section F - Deliveries or Performance

DELIVERY INFORMATION

CLIN DELIVERY DATE QUANTITY SHIP TO ADDRESS DODAAC /

CAGE

0001 POP 02-NOV-2020 TO

31-MAR-2021

N/A TRUMAN MAINTENANCE BUILDING

ROGER WETER

29960 WEST DAM ACCESS RODAD

WARSAW MO 65355

(816)389-3280

966475

0002 POP 02-NOV-2020 TO

31-MAR-2021

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

0003 POP 02-NOV-2020 TO

31-MAR-2021

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

0004 POP 02-NOV-2021 TO

31-MAR-2022

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

0005 POP 01-NOV-2021 TO

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

0006 POP 01-NOV-2021 TO

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

0007 POP 01-NOV-2022 TO

31-MAR-2023

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

0008 POP 01-NOV-2022 TO

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

0009 POP 01-NOV-2022 TO

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

Section G - Contract Administration Data

CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY FULL TEXT

TPL_NWK_001 Points of Contact

CONTRACT

SPECIALIST:

Sheila Nimrod PHONE: (816) 389-2252 E-MAIL: Sheila.d.nimrod@usace.army.mi l

PROJECT

MANAGER:

Roger Weter PHONE: (816) 389-3280 E-MAIL: Roger.j.weter@usace.army.mil

Section H - Special Contract Requirements

SERVICE CONTRACT ACT WD

The following current Service Contract Act Wage Determinations are incorporated into this RFQ by reference:

Service Contract Act WD Number 2015-5094 Revision Number: 14, 05/18/2020 and can be downloaded on the beta.SAM.GOV at https://beta.sam.gov/wage-determination/2015- 5094/14?index=wd&keywords=&is_active=true&sort=-modifiedDate&date_filter_index=0&date_rad_selection=date&wdType=sca&state=MO&county =15868&page=1

“A hard copy of the applicable wage decision will be provided upon request.”

https://beta.sam.gov/wage-determination/2015-5094/14?index=wd&keywords=&is_active=true&sort=-modifiedDate&date_filter_index=0&date_rad_selection=date&wdType=sca&state=MO&county=15868&page=1 https://beta.sam.gov/wage-determination/2015-5094/14?index=wd&keywords=&is_active=true&sort=-modifiedDate&date_filter_index=0&date_rad_selection=date&wdType=sca&state=MO&county=15868&page=1 https://beta.sam.gov/wage-determination/2015-5094/14?index=wd&keywords=&is_active=true&sort=-modifiedDate&date_filter_index=0&date_rad_selection=date&wdType=sca&state=MO&county=15868&page=1 https://beta.sam.gov/wage-determination/2015-5094/14?index=wd&keywords=&is_active=true&sort=-modifiedDate&date_filter_index=0&date_rad_selection=date&wdType=sca&state=MO&county=15868&page=1

DAILY WORKSHEET

DAILY WORKSHEET

HARRY S. TRUMAN BOUNDARY MAINTENANCE CONTRACT

CONTRACT # W912DQ-XX-XXXX

DATE

TEMPERATURE WIND SPEED AND DIRECTION

WORK PERFORMED:

SEGMENT: SECTION, TOWNSHIP, AND RANGE:

COUNTY: TOTAL MANHOURS WORKED:

BOUNDARY CLEARING:

WORK BEGAN AT MONUMENT NO. SEC., TWP., RNG.

WORK ENDED AT MONUMENT NO. SEC., TWP., RNG.

TOTAL MILES BOUNDARY CLEARED

HERBICIDE APPLICATION:

WORK BEGAN AT MONUMENT NO. SEC., TWP., RNG

TOTAL MILES HERBICIDE APPLICATION

BOUNDARY OFFSET AREAS:

WORK BEGAN AT MONUMENT NO. SEC., TWP., RNG.

TOTAL OFFSET BOUNDARY MARKERS CLEARED

SIGN/POST REPLACEMENT:

REPLACED SIGN/POST AT MONUMENT NO.

TOTAL NO. SIGNS/POSTS REPLACED

MONUMENTS DAMAGED OR MISSING:

ENCROACHMENTS OR OTHER PROBLEMS NOTED:

CONTRACTOR’S REPRESENTATIVE

Section I - Contract Clauses

CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE

52.203-6 Alt I Restrictions On Subcontractor Sales To The Government

(JUN 2020) -- Alternate I

OCT 1995

52.204-7 System for Award Management OCT 2018 52.204-19 Incorporation by Reference of Representations and

Certifications.

DEC 2014

52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions--Commercial Items OCT 2018 52.223-1 Biobased Product Certification MAY 2012 52.223-2 Affirmative Procurement of Biobased Products Under Service and Construction Contracts

SEP 2013

52.223-3 Hazardous Material Identification And Material Safety Data JAN 1997 52.223-4 Recovered Material Certification MAY 2008 52.223-5 Pollution Prevention and Right-to-Know Information MAY 2011 52.223-6 Drug-Free Workplace MAY 2001 52.223-10 Waste Reduction Program MAY 2011 52.223-17 Affirmative Procurement of EPA-Designated Items in Service and Construction Contracts

AUG 2018

52.232-39 Unenforceability of Unauthorized Obligations JUN 2013 52.232-40 Providing Accelerated Payments to Small…