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U S ARMY ENGR DISTRICT, NEW ENGLAND

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MANSFIELD HOLLOW LAKE

MARIAH DEYO

141 MANSFIELD HOLLOW RD

MANSFIELD CENTER CT 06250-9802

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W912WJ23Q0136

Section SF 1449 - CONTINUATION SHEET

INSTRUCTIONS TO VENDORS

PLEASE DIRECT QUESTIONS TO JENNIFER M. SAMELA AT (978) 318-8324 OR

JENNIFER.M.SAMELA@USACE.ARMY.MIL. THE SOLICITATION AND RESULTING CONTRACT

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** QUOTES CAN BE E-MAILED TO JENNIFER M. SAMELA AT

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THE BID SCHEDULE MUST BE COMPLETED AND SUBMITTED FOR A QUOTE TO BE

CONSIDERED COMPLETE.

In accordance with FAR Part 52.204-7(b)(1) Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database (www.SAM.gov) to submit a quote (formerly the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) database and the On-Line Representations and Certifications (ORCA)). Any reference to CCR or ORCA in any clause or provision is referring to the www.sam.gov website.

NOTE: SAM.gov registration takes approximately 3 weeks (DUNS registration 1-2 business days; CAGE code validation up to 10 business days; IRS validation and overall submission 7-10 business days). It is the contractor’s responsibility to track SAM.gov registration and follow-up with required tasks.

In addition, if you are registering a new entity in SAM.gov, you must provide an original, signed notarized letter stating that you are the authorized Entity Administrator. The Entity Administrator must establish a LOGIN.GOV account using the e-mail address that will be associated with the SAM registration. See https://www.gsa.gov/about-us/organization/federal-acquisition-service/office-of-systems-management/integrated-award-environment-iae/sam-update for additional information.

Provide Unique Entity Identifier (UEI): ___________________________ Provide CAGE code: ____________________________ Provide TAX ID: __________________________ Per FAR Part 52.212-3 Alt I, the Contractor is required to complete the On-line Representations and Certifications Application (www.SAM.gov) and paragraph (b) if applicable, OR to complete paragraphs (c) thru (m) of this clause and return with quote.

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INVOICES SHALL BE SENT TO TECHNICAL POINT OF CONTACT.

SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

General security requirements and guidance: The security requirements described below apply to all contract personnel (including employees of the prime Contractor (“Contractor”) and all subcontractor employees) supporting the performance requirements of this contract. The Contractor is responsible for compliance with these security requirements. Questions regarding security matters shall be addressed to the designated Government representative (eg., Contracting Officer Representative (COR), Requiring Activity (RA) representative, or Contracting Officer (if a COR or other RA representative is not appointed)). Contract personnel are critical to the overall security and safety of US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) installations, facilities and activities, and security awareness training contributes to those efforts. The Department of Defense (DoD) and Army security training requirements specified below, if applicable, are performance requirements; all applicable contract personnel shall complete initial training within 30 days of contract award or the date new contract personnel begin performance on the contract. Within five business days from the completion of training, the Contractor shall provide written documentation (e.g., email or memorandum) to the Government representative. The documentation shall include the names of contract personnel trained and which training they completed; the Contractor shall maintain training records as part of their contract files and be prepared to provide copies of training certificates to the Government representative. Contractor personnel and vehicles are subject to search when entering federal installations. Additionally, all contract personnel shall comply with Force Protection Condition (FPCON) measures, Random Antiterrorism Measures (commonly referred to as “RAMs”), and Health Protection Condition (HPCON) measures. The Contractor is responsible for meeting performance requirements during elevated FPCON and/or HPCON levels in accordance with applicable RA plans and procedures –this includes identifying mission essential and non-mission essential personnel. In addition to the changes otherwise authorized by the changes clauses of this contract, should FPCON or HPCON levels at any individual facility or installation change, the Government may implement security changes that affect contract personnel. The Contractor shall ensure all contract personnel are aware of their security responsibilities, including any site-specific requirements identified in local policies or procedures.

Suspicious Activity Reporting training (e.g. iWATCH, CorpsWatch, or See Something, Say Something): All contract personnel shall receive initial and annual refresher training from the RA representative on the local suspicious activity reporting program. This locally developed training provides contract personnel with general information on suspicious behavior, and guidance on reporting suspicious activity to the project manager, security representative or law enforcement entity.

ITEM NO SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

0001 1 Job MHD Tree Removal

FFP

Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, and equipment necessary to remove and properly dispose of eight (8) mature white pines at the Mansfield Hollow Dam, Mansfield, CT in accordance with the Performance Work Statement.

FOB: Destination

PURCHASE REQUEST NUMBER: W13G86318844940001

PSC CD: S208

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DELIVERY INFORMATION

CLIN DELIVERY DATE QUANTITY SHIP TO ADDRESS DODAAC /

CAGE

0001 90 dys. ADC 1 MANSFIELD HOLLOW LAKE

MARIAH DEYO

141 MANSFIELD HOLLOW RD

MANSFIELD CENTER CT 06250-9802

508-838-4163 FOB: Destination

961102

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

TREE REMOVAL

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS

MANSFIELD HOLLOW DAM

MANSFIELD, CT

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

A. GENERAL

1. Scope of Work Provide all labor, materials, equipment, and transportation necessary for the removal of eight mature eastern white pine trees located at the Mansfield Hollow Dam facility.

Services are to be provided in accordance with the following scope of work and shall be performed in a timely manner to the satisfaction of the Technical Point of Contact or their representative.

Project will consist of the tree removal of eight pine trees ranging in size from 12-inch diameter at breast height (DBH) to more than 30-inch DBH. This work shall include the cutting, removal, mulching or chipping of brush and limbs, stump grinding, and removal of all debris. Project will require tree protection protocols to protect a nearby legacy oak tree. There are trees that exhibit higher hazard to personnel, property, or infrastructure due to their condition or location near a building and/or electrical wires.

2. Location

The Mansfield Hollow Dam is located at 141 Mansfield Hollow Road, Mansfield Center, CT 06250. The cluster of trees to be removed is located immediately adjacent to the entrance gate on Mansfield Hollow Road.

Vehicle access is restricted – contact the Technical Point of Contact to arrange a site visit.

3. Site Visit Contact the Technical Point of Contact (TPOC), Park Ranger Mariah Deyo via phone

(508) 838-4163 or email mariah.e.deyo@usace.army.mil to arrange a site visit.

4. Schedule

The work will be completed within 90 days from contract award. The project area will be open to the contractor Monday through Friday 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM and all work must be done during those hours unless additional hours are approved by the Technical Point of Contact. No work shall be done on weekends or federal holidays. All safety submittals shall be submitted, reviewed, and accepted within 30 days of Contract Award.

5. Safety Requirements

PART 1: Overview

a. General:

All work shall be conducted in accordance with the latest edition of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Safety and Health Requirements Manual COE EM 385-1-1, and all applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), federal, state, and local safety and health requirements. A copy of EM 385-1-1 can be accessed at the project office or electronically at the following link:

http://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/Publications/EngineerManuals/E M_385-1-1.pdf

The project staff can and will order the cessation of work at any time should the safety of employees, contractors, and/or the public become jeopardized.

b. Accident Prevention Plan:

The contractor shall prepare an Accident Prevention Plan (APP) specific to the activities being performed. It shall include Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs) for each phase of work as described below. A non-mandatory, fillable APP template is available upon request. However, the contractor is permitted to submit their own plan;

at a minimum it must meet the requirements of EM 385-1-1, Appendix A.

A preparatory meeting shall be conducted by the Prime Contractor to discuss the APP contents with all effected onsite employees. The Prime Contractor is responsible for informing their subcontractors of the safety provisions under the terms of the contract, the penalties for noncompliance, and inspecting subcontractor operations to ensure that accident prevention responsibilities are being carried out.

Weekly safety meetings shall be held and documented. Records shall be available to the TPOC upon request.

c. Activity Hazard Analysis:

An AHA shall be submitted for each major phase of work. A major phase of work is defined as an operation involving a type of work presenting hazards not experienced in previous operations or where a new subcontractor or work crew is to perform the work. The analysis shall define all activities to be performed, identify the sequence of work, the specific hazards anticipated, and the control measures to be implemented to eliminate or reduce each hazard to an acceptable level. The AHA shall be continuously reviewed and revised to address changing site conditions as appropriate.

d. Emergency Response:

Emergency procedures shall be documented in the Abbreviated Accident Prevention Plan (APP) and will include a map with directions to the nearest hospital, emergency contact numbers, and onsite First Aid/CPR responders.

e. Required Personnel:

The contractor shall designate one employee as the site’s Competent Person (CP) who is responsible for ensuring a safe environment for all employees. The CP shall be present at the project site and report to the contractor’s upper management. The CP is required to have related tree service experience.

When emergency medical services are not accessible within five (5) minutes of the work location and there are two (2) or more workers onsite, at least two (2) employees shall be trained in First Aid and CPR. Minimum qualifications are listed in EM 385-1-1, Section 03.A.02.c.

f. Accident Reporting:

All accidents and near misses shall be investigated by the contractor. All work-related recordable injuries, illnesses and property damage accidents (excluding on-the-road vehicle accidents), in which the property damage exceeds $5,000.00, shall be verbally reported to the TPOC within four (4) hours of the incident. Serious accidents as described in EM 385-1-1 Section 01.D shall be immediately reported to the TPOC.

ENG Form 3394 shall be completed and submitted to the TPOC within five (5) working days of the incident.

The contractor shall compile employee work hours (including subcontractors) and forward the total hours to the TPOC no later than close of business on the 10th calendar day of the following month. The method of transmission by the prime contractor to the TPOC shall be electronically.

PART 2: Cranes/Load Handling Equipment (LHE) when applicable If the contractor expects to use Cranes/LHE at any time during this contract, then the following requirements apply.

a. General:

All load handling and crane operations are required to be completed in accordance with EM 385-1-1, Section 16. These requirements are applicable to load handling equipment (LHE) to include cranes, derricks, hoists, and power-operated equipment that can be used to raise, lower and/or horizontally move a suspended load. This includes excavators, forklifts, and other equipment when used with rigging.

b. Submittals:

A Standard Lift Plan is required to be submitted and approved by the TPOC prior to any lifting operations. USACE can provide a non-mandatory, fillable template plan.

However, the contractor is permitted to submit their own plan, at a minimum it must include the items listed in EM 385-1-1, Section 16.A.03:

i. Personnel: roles, responsibilities, qualification/certifications, operator medical clearances

ii. Area Preparation: load handling location and path of travel, blocking/cribbing, overhead lines, ground stability; control/restrict personnel access near lift

iii. LHE Considerations: capacity/ratings, configuration, obstructions, inspection, ground support conditions

iv. Load parameters: weight, center of gravity, radii, and configuration

v. Rigging: type, inspection, rating, need for softeners

vi. Environmental Considerations: wind, storms, precipitation, power lines in area of travel or load swing, counterweight swing area barricaded

vii. Certificate of Compliance for LHE and Rigging (Form 16-1)

viii. Documentation of operational tests and annual/shift inspections

ix. Documentation of the wire rope’s working load limit (WLL) from the manufacturer

x. A copy of the crane’s specification/technical data sheets. (PDF version is acceptable)

c. Critical Lifts:

A Critical Lift Plan (Form 16-3, or equivalent, in accordance with 16.H.02.d) is required for lifts involving the characteristics listed in EM 385-1-1, 16.H.01:

xi. Lifts involving hazardous materials (e.g., explosives, highly volatile substances)

xii. Hoisting personnel with LHE

xiii. Lifts made with more than one LHE

xiv. Lifts where the center of gravity could change

xv. Lifts made when the load weight is 75% of the rated capacity of the LHE load chart or more (not applicable to gantry, overhead or bridge cranes)

xvi. Lifts without the use of outriggers using rubber tire load charts

xvii. Lifts using more than one hoist on the same LHE

xviii. Lifts involving Multiple Lift Rigging (MLR) Assemblies or other non-routine or technically difficult rigging arrangements

xix. Lifts involving submerged loads

xx. Lifts out of the operator’s view;

xxi. Load Tests;

xxii. Any lift the operator believes should be considered critical.

d. Crane Operators:

Crane Operators must meet the requirements of EM 385-1-1, Section 16.B. prior to the start of crane activities, documentation of operator certifications, qualifications and designations must be submitted to the TPOC for review.

i. Certification for all crane/hoist operators shall be achieved by successful completion of written and operational testing hosted by a Nationally Accredited Crane Operator Testing Organization (or other option as listed in 16.B.03).

ii. Crane operators shall have a current medical exam certificate (signed by an M.D. or D.O.) dated within the past 2 years, that states the operator meets the proper physical qualifications listed in EM 385-1-1, Section 16.B.05. (Refer to the Crane Operator Medical Clearance Form included in Crane-LHE Lift Plan template).

e. Qualified Riggers (QRs):

Employers must designate in writing which employees are QRs and the specific rigging tasks for which they are qualified. All QR’s must meet the requirements listed in EM 385-1-1, Section 15.B.01:

i. Have extensive knowledge, training & experience to sufficiently calculate loads, load weights, safe capacities and apply other safe rigging principles/procedures

ii. Demonstrate the ability to utilize rigging materials and principles

iii. Be capable of safely inspecting and performing rigging operations

iv. Effectively communicate, be over 18 years of age, and have basic knowledge of

LHE capabilities and limitations

v. Have demonstrated knowledge and proficiency in the items listed in EM 385-1- 1, Section 15.B02:

1) Personnel roles and responsibilities

2) Site preparation (terrain, environment)

3) Rigging equipment and materials

4) Safe Hoisting Equipment operating procedures

5) Principles of safe rigging

6) Environmental hazards (includes overhead interferences)

7) Rigging and handling the load

8) Identify hoisting-related hazards

9) The associated hazards when employee is required to be in the fall zone to handle a load

f. Signal Person:

A signal person is required to be utilized onsite when the operator cannot maintain a full view of the load and the load travel paths at all times the load is rigged to the equipment. A signal person must meet the qualifications listed in EM 385-1-1, Section 16.B.06

i. All signal persons must be qualified and trained by Qualified Evaluator (trainer).

Documentation must be provided by the evaluator and must specify each type of signaling (e.g., hand signals, radio signals, etc.) for which they were trained.

ii. A signal person must:

1) Know and understand the type of signals used (radio, cell, hand, etc.). If hand signals are used, the signal person must know and understand the Standard Method for hand signals;

2) Be competent in the application of the type of signals used;

3) Have a basic understanding of crane operation and limitations, including crane dynamics involved in swinging and stopping loads and boom deflection from hoisting loads;

4) Demonstrate that he/she meets the requirements above through a written and practical test;

g. Operational Testing:

An operational test is required to be completed in accordance with ANSI/ASME, the manufacture’s recommendations, and 16.F.02 when one of the following criteria is met:

i. Before initial use of a crane after a load bearing/controlling part or component, (brake, travel component, or clutch) has been altered, replaced, or repaired.

*Adding/removing counterweights is not considered load controlling/load bearing*

ii. Every time a crane or hoisting equipment(s) is reconfigured or re-assembled after disassembly (to include booms);

iii. Every time a crane and/or hoisting equipment is brought onto a USACE project;

iv. Every year during annual inspection;

v. Operations testing, at a minimum, shall include the components listed in EM

385-1-1, Section 16.F.02.c:

1) Load lifting and lowering mechanisms

2) Boom lifting and lowering mechanisms

3) Boom extension and retraction mechanisms

4) Swinging mechanisms

5) Travel mechanisms

6) Safety devices

7) Operational aids

h. Shift Inspections:

Before every LHE operation (at beginning of each shift or following a change of operator) a Competent Person shall, at a minimum, visually inspect the crane in accordance with EM 385-1-1, Section 16.D, applicable ASME standards, OSHA regulations and the manufacturer’s recommendations. Equipment shall not be used until this inspection demonstrates that no corrective action is required.

i. The shift inspection must be documented and shall include the results of the inspection, name and signature of the CP who conducted the inspection and the date of the inspection;

ii. Documentation shall be maintained for a minimum of 12 months, or the life of the contract, whichever is longer;

i. Load Test:

A load test is required to be completed when one of the criteria is met in EM 385-1-1, Section 16.F.03. They include:

i. Before initial use of crane or hoisting equipment in which a load bearing or load controlling part or component, brake, travel component, or clutch has been altered, replaced, or repaired;

ii. Every time a crane or hoisting equipment(s) is reconfigured or re-assembled after disassembly (to include booms);

iii. When the manufacturer requires load testing;

NOTE: Load Testing shall be performed at 100 to 110% of the ANTICIPATED LOAD for the specified configuration, not to exceed 100% of the manufacturer's load chart at the configuration of the test. The actual anticipated load itself may be used as the test load if approved by the TPOC.

PART 3: Fall Protection when applicable

a. General: The requirements of this section are applicable to contractors when their employees are working at heights above 6 feet, exposed to fall hazards, and/or using fall protection equipment. Every Contractor is responsible for establishing, implementing, and managing a fall protection program in accordance with EM 385-1- 1, Section 21.

b. Submittals: A site-specific Fall Protection and Prevention Plan is required to be submitted and approved by the Technical Point of Contact prior to any work being completed at heights. USACE can provide a non-mandatory, fillable template plan.

However, the contractor is permitted to submit their own plan, at a minimum it must address the items listed in EM 385-1-1, Section 21.D.01:

i. Duties and responsibilities. Identify Competent Person (CP) and Qualified Person (QP) and their responsibilities and qualifications

ii. Description of the project or task performed

iii. Training requirements to include safe use of fall protection equipment

iv. Anticipated hazards and fall hazard prevention and control

v. Location of anticipated anchorages that will be installed during the project

vi. Rescue plan and procedures

vii. Design of anchorages/fall arrest and horizontal lifeline systems

viii. Inspection, maintenance, and storage of fall protection equipment

ix. Incident investigation procedures

x. Evaluation of program effectiveness

xi. Inspection and oversight methods employed

c. A Competent Person (CP) shall be onsite at all times while work at heights is being performed. The CP must be designated in writing and be trained in accordance with EM 385-1-1, Section 21.C.04. This includes a minimum of 24 hour CP in fall protection training made up of classroom and practical hands-on components.

NOTE: CPs may only approve non-certified anchorages that are capable of holding 5000 lbs. All other anchorages and horizontal lifelines must be certified by a QP or engineer with related experience.

d. Personal Fall Arrest System Requirements (PFAS): All PFAS shall meet the requirements contained in ANSI Z359, Fall Protection Code, to include fall restrain and positioning systems. A PFAS consist of a full body harness, connecting means, and an anchorage system.

6. Pre-Work Conference

Prior to the start of any work, the Technical Point of Contact will schedule and conduct a ‘Pre-work Conference’. The contractor’s Project Manager and Quality Control Personnel will attend this meeting. This conference will be held at the time and location agreeable to the government and contractor. No work may be performed under this contract prior to this conference. The purpose of the conference is to enable the TPOC to outline the procedures that will be followed by the government in its administration of the contract, and to discuss the performance that will be expected from the contractor. This conference will allow the contractor an opportunity to ask questions about the government’s administration and inspection of contract work or obtain other pertinent information that might be required. At the Pre-work conference the contractor shall provide to the name of the project superintendent with a telephone number for project coordination. The following is a general list of items for discussion during this Pre-work Conference:

a. Authority of the TPOC and Quality Assurance Inspectors

b. Contractor’s Safety Program

c. Accident Prevention Plan

d. Activity Hazard Analysis

e. Accident Reporting (ENG Form 3394)

f. Contractor’s Quality Control Plan

g. Contractor’s Equipment (including a current written safety inspection)

h. Correspondence Procedure

i. Communications

j. Administrative Procedures

k. Invoice and payment

NOTE: Work cannot begin until all safety paperwork is submitted and accepted by the government

7. Submittals Although the government technically reviews submissions required by this Performance Work Statement it is emphasized that the Contractor’s work must be completed using proper internal controls and review procedures. The documents identified below must be prepared in accordance with the applicable standards, submitted to the Technical Point of Contact for review and accepted by the government within 30 days of Contract Award. Submittals must be accepted prior to the commencement of any field activities.

Accident Prevention Plan & Activity Hazard Analysis CDL Driver’s Licenses for all workers operating vehicles requiring a Commercial

Driver’s License Fall Protection Plan (if applicable) Crane Operation Certifications for the operator of specific crane(s) to be used onsite

(Nationally Accredited Crane Operator Testing Organization) (if applicable) Crane Operator’s Physical Qualifications/Examination (must be completed by a

D.O. or M.D.) (if applicable) Standard Lift Plan/Critical Lift Plan (if applicable) Rigging and Signal Person Certifications (if applicable) Equipment Inspections, Certifications, and Registration (if applicable) o Annual Crane Inspection o Crane registration and certification documents o Crane Inspection Checklist from EM 385-1-1 o Daily Shift Inspections o Operational Test o Load Test

Safety Certificates o Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) – 10-hr OSHA Construction Safety Class or equivalent within last 3 years and a minimum of 3 years safety work on similar projects

Equipment Specification Sheets o Crane Lift Charts o Boom Angle Lift Charts o Clamshell Specifications

8. Permits

The contractor shall, without additional expense to the government, be responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses, permits, and letters of certification. The contractor shall comply with any applicable federal, state, county, and municipal laws, codes, and regulations in connection with the performance of the work specified under this contract.

9. Security

The contractor will comply with all established security policies at Mansfield Hollow Dam. During periods of heightened security, the government reserves the right, at any time, to close any property or portion of property and reschedule and/or cancel any subsequent service in an area. The contractor shall be given at least 24-hour notice of any such closure.

10. Contractor Conduct

Contractor and employees must comply with CFR Title 36 Rules and Regulations.

11. Damage to Government Property

The contractor shall be responsible for restoring any government facilities or structures damaged as a result of the contractor’s actions. The contractor shall also be responsible for any damage to private property or injury to any person as a result of the firm’s operations. The contractor shall notify the Technical Point of Contact immediately of damage to government and private property and injury to any person resulting from the contractors’ operation. Also, the contractor shall notify the Technical Point of Contact of damage to government facilities due to vandalism or other causes on the day such damage is first noticed. Trucks and/or trailers will be driven on existing roads and trails only and not across or through park areas to facilities.

12. Payment

Payment shall be made on a per job basis. After final inspection and acceptance by the government, the contractor must submit an invoice to the Technical Point of Contact. The invoice shall include the invoice date, contract number, dates of service, description of work, quantities, process, and total amount due per line item. For jobs greater than 30 days, the Contractor may request multiple payments.

The invoices will be directed via postal mail, fax, or email as identified below:

West Thompson Lake

449 Reardon Road N. Grosvenordale, CT 06255

Fax: 860-923-1126 Email: mariah.e.deyo@usace.army.mil

B. TECHNICAL

1. Existing Conditions

a. Site Access:

i. A cluster of eight eastern white pine trees are located adjacent to the access gate off Mansfield Hollow Road, along the boundary line with a private property landowner. On the south end of the project site is an active power line. Additionally, there is one legacy oak tree nearby the utility pole on the south side that requires protection.

ii. The contractor will be able to utilize the secure government access road.

2. Execution

i. Acquire all necessary permits, licensure, paperwork, and certifications.

Establish a safe working zone and ensure all equipment includes the appropriately qualified operator, personal protection equipment and fuel. All labor shall be performed in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.

ii. Eight eastern white pine trees of 12 inches and greater DBH are located along the western property boundary line of the USACE property and private property. All work must be contained on USACE property and shall not infringe or impact abutting private property. Tree protection will be utilized to minimize impacts of contract services on existing trees on project site and proper hazard mitigation will be performed. Trees will be removed using proper tree felling techniques and all debris will be removed from the project site. Tree stumps will be ground flush with the earth and the site will be returned to pre-work conditions. Photos of project location, tree size and proximity from potential hazards are attached.

3. Tree Removal

a. Large Tree Removal and Stump Grinding

The contractor shall remove the trees and chip associated brush. The trees shall be felled, stumps shall be cut flush with the ground and then ground. All materials shall be removed, and no wood chips shall be left onsite, unless directed by the Technical Point of Contact. The contractor shall grind stumps approximately 6 inches below the existing or surrounding grade. The area of the stump shall be raked flat using the existing material surrounding the stump. The finished grade shall not have significant change to existing topography. The contractor shall load and remove trees, stumps, and woody debris from the project site. All debris shall be removed offsite and disposed of properly.

4. References – All work shall be in conformance with:

a. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

i. EM 385-1-1 Safety and Health Requirements Manual, U.S. Army

Engineering Manual; 2014

1. EM 385-1-1.16 Load Handling Equipment

2. EM 385-1-1.15 Rigging

3. EM 385-1-1.18 Vehicles Machinery and Equipment

4. EM 385-1-1.13 Hand and Power tools

5. EM 385-1-1.13.F Chainsaws

6. EM 385-1-1.31 Tree Maintenance and Removal

b. Other appropriate federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and codes.

5. Clean up The contractor shall practice good housekeeping to maintain a safe job site. Upon completing work in an area, the contractor shall remove any tools, equipment, and materials that are not the property of the government. Upon completion of work, the contractor shall clean up the job site to the satisfaction of the government. The contractor is responsible for providing all equipment and tools to complete the project.

6. Tree Protection

The contractor shall make every reasonable effort to avoid any damage to other trees as a result of the work. The contractor shall be responsible for the protection of tops, trunks, and root systems of the existing trees and shrubs on the project site. Existing trees and shrubs subject to damage shall by protected using equipment as deemed appropriate, including but not limited to; provision of protective fencing to reduce risks associated with vehicle trafficking over root systems or beneath canopies, measures to prevent excessive compaction of soils, and selective removal of lower branches to reduce the risk of damage by vehicles operating in the area in conjunction with the work of this contract.

The contractor is responsible for providing all costs and equipment relative to tree care to complete the project in their quote.

7. Environmental Protection

Containers for excess and/ or waste materials, rubbish, etc. shall be provided by the contractor at the site, and the site will be inspected/cleaned daily. No burning is permissible. Water, air, and land resources shall not be adversely impacted during the course of the work. Storage, fueling and lubrication of equipment and motor vehicles shall be conducted in a manner that affords the maximum protection against spills and evaporation. Storage and usage of lubricants and daily fueling of machinery and equipment shall occur at least 50 feet from any drainage inlets, water bodies (rivers, streams, and lakes), and environmentally sensitive areas (wetlands, vernal pools).

Contractor will take necessary steps to ensure all federal, state, and local environmental regulatory requirements are met.

8. Government Resources:

The contractor is responsible for providing all materials to complete the project. Unless specified in the contract, the government will not provide any equipment, water, electricity, telephone services or other resources.

9. Omissions

This contract may not cover all specified activities, steps, and procedures required to supply the contract product. In case of omission, the normal industry, state, or federal standards, practices, specifications, and/or guides shall prevail. In no instance shall an omission be reason to produce less than an acceptable product.

10. Other Contracts

The government may undertake or award other contracts for additional work not related to this contract, and the contractor shall fully cooperate with other contractors and government employees. The contractor shall not commit or permit any act, which will interfere with the performance of work by another contractor or by government employees.

11. Quality Assurance

The contractor is responsible for the quality control of the contract work. The government has the right to inspect all items called for by the contract, to the extent practicable at all times and at all places during the term of the contract.

12. Receiving and Storing Materials:

The contractor is responsible for receiving and unloading delivered goods. The contractor will not store any chemicals on the government property and government employees will not receive or store materials or supplies for the contractor. The government will not be responsible for damage to contractor equipment or materials left on site.

CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE

52.204-7 System for Award Management OCT 2018 52.204-9 Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel JAN 2011 52.204-13 System for Award Management Maintenance OCT 2018 52.204-16 Commercial and Government Entity Code Reporting AUG 2020 52.204-18 Commercial and Government Entity Code Maintenance AUG 2020 52.204-19 Incorporation by Reference of Representations and

Certifications.

DEC 2014

52.204-22 Alternative Line Item Proposal JAN 2017 52.204-24 Representation Regarding Certain Telecommunications and

Video Surveillance Services or Equipment

NOV 2021

52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors--Commercial Products and Commercial Services

MAR 2023

52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions--Commercial Products and Commercial Services

DEC 2022

52.219-6 Notice Of Total Small Business Set-Aside NOV 2020 52.223-5 Pollution Prevention and Right-to-Know Information MAY 2011 52.225-25 Prohibition on Contracting with Entities Engaging in Certain

Activities or Transactions Relating to Iran-- Representation and Certifications.

JUN 2020

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

Subcontractors

MAR 2023

52.242-15 Stop-Work Order AUG 1989 252.203-7000 Requirements Relating to Compensation of Former DoD

Officials

SEP 2011

252.203-7002 Requirement to Inform Employees of Whistleblower Rights DEC 2022 252.203-7005 Representation Relating to Compensation of Former DoD

Officials

SEP 2022

252.204-7003 Control Of Government Personnel Work Product APR 1992 252.204-7008 Compliance With Safeguarding Covered Defense Information

Controls

OCT 2016

252.204-7012 Safeguarding Covered Defense Information and Cyber Incident Reporting

JAN 2023

252.204-7015 Notice of Authorized Disclosure of Information for Litigation Support

JAN 2023

252.204-7016 Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services -- Representation

DEC 2019

252.204-7017 Prohibition on the Acquisition of Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services -- Representation

MAY 2021

252.204-7018 Prohibition on the Acquisition of Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services

JAN 2023

252.204-7019 Notice of NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment Requirements MAR 2022 252.204-7020 NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment Requirements JAN 2023 252.223-7006 Prohibition On Storage, Treatment, and Disposal of Toxic or

Hazardous Materials

SEP 2014

252.225-7048 Export-Controlled Items JUN 2013 252.232-7010 Levies on Contract Payments DEC 2006 252.243-7001 Pricing Of Contract Modifications DEC 1991

252.244-7000 Subcontracts for Commercial Products or Commercial Services

JAN 2023

CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY FULL TEXT

52.204-26 COVERED TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT OR SERVICES--REPRESENTATION (OCT

2020)

(a) Definitions. As used in this provision, “covered telecommunications equipment or services” and "reasonable inquiry" have the meaning provided in the clause 52.204-25, Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment.

(b) Procedures. The Offeror shall review the list of excluded parties in the System for Award Management (SAM) (https://www.sam.gov) for entities excluded from receiving federal awards for “covered telecommunications equipment or services”.

(c) Representations.

(1) The Offeror represents that it [ ___ ] does, [ ___ ] does not provide covered telecommunications equipment or services as a part of its offered products or services to the Government in the performance of any contract, subcontract, or other contractual instrument.

(2) After conducting a reasonable inquiry for purposes of this representation, the offeror represents that it [ ___ ] does, [ ___ ] does not use covered telecommunications equipment or services, or any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services.

(End of provision)

52.204-27 PROHIBITION ON A BYTEDANCE COVERED APPLICATION (JUN 2023)

(a) Definitions. As used in this clause--

Covered application means the social networking service TikTok or any successor application or service developed or provided by ByteDance Limited or an entity owned by ByteDance Limited.

Information technology, as defined in 40 U.S.C. 11101(6)--

(1) Means any equipment or interconnected system or subsystem of equipment, used in the automatic acquisition, storage, analysis, evaluation, manipulation, management, movement, control, display, switching, interchange, transmission, or reception of data or information by the executive agency, if the equipment is used by the executive agency directly or is used by a contractor under a contract with the executive agency that requires the use-

(i) Of that equipment; or

(ii) Of that equipment to a significant extent in the performance of a service or the furnishing of a product;

(2) Includes computers, ancillary equipment (including imaging peripherals, input, output, and storage devices necessary for security and surveillance), peripheral equipment designed to be controlled by the central processing unit of a computer, software, firmware and similar procedures, services (including support services), and related resources; but

(3) Does not include any equipment acquired by a Federal contractor incidental to a Federal contract.

(b) Prohibition. Section 102 of Division R of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 (Pub. L. 117-328), the No TikTok on Government Devices Act, and its implementing guidance under Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Memorandum M-23-13, dated February 27, 2023, "No TikTok on Government Devices" Implementation Guidance, collectively prohibit the presence or use of a covered application on executive agency information technology, including certain equipment used by Federal contractors. The Contractor is prohibited from having or using a covered application on any information technology owned or managed by the Government, or on any information technology used or provided by the Contractor under this contract, including equipment provided by the Contractor's employees; however, this prohibition does not apply if the Contracting Officer provides written notification to the Contractor that an exception has been granted in accordance with OMB Memorandum M-23-13.

(c) Subcontracts. The Contractor shall insert the substance of this clause, including this paragraph (c), in all subcontracts, including subcontracts for the acquisition of commercial products or commercial services.

(End of clause)

52.212-3 OFFEROR REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS - COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND

COMMERCIAL SERVICES (DEVIATION 2023-O0002) (DEC 2022)

The Offeror shall complete only paragraph (b) of this provision if the Offeror has completed the annual representations and certification electronically in the System for Award Management (SAM) accessed through https://www.sam.gov. If the Offeror has not completed the annual representations and certifications electronically, the Offeror shall complete only paragraphs (c) through (v) of this provision.

(a) Definitions. As used in this provision - Covered telecommunications equipment or services has the meaning provided in the clause 52.204-25, Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment.

Economically disadvantaged women-owned small business (EDWOSB) concern means a small business concern that is at least 51 percent directly and unconditionally owned by, and the management and daily business operations of which are controlled by, one or more women who are citizens of the United States and who are economically disadvantaged in accordance with 13 CFR part 127, and the concern is certified by SBA or an approved third-party certifier in accordance with 13 CFR 127.300. It automatically qualifies as a women-owned small business eligible under the WOSB Program.

Forced or indentured child labor means all work or service -

(1) Exacted from any person under the age of 18 under the menace of any penalty for its nonperformance and for which the worker does not offer himself voluntarily; or

(2) Performed by any person under the age of 18 pursuant to a contract the enforcement of which can be accomplished by process or penalties.

Highest-level owner means the entity that owns or controls an immediate owner of the offeror, or that owns or controls one or more entities that control an immediate owner of the offeror. No entity owns or exercises control of the highest level owner.

Immediate owner means an entity, other than the offeror, that has direct control of the offeror. Indicators of control include, but are not limited to, one or more of the following: Ownership or interlocking management, identity of interests among family members, shared facilities and equipment, and the common use of employees.

Inverted domestic corporation means a foreign incorporated entity that meets the definition of an inverted domestic corporation under 6 U.S.C. 395(b), applied in accordance with the rules and definitions of 6 U.S.C. 395(c).

Manufactured end product means any end product in product and service codes (PSCs) 1000-9999, except -

(1) PSC 5510, Lumber and Related Basic Wood Materials;

(2) Product or Service Group (PSG) 87, Agricultural Supplies;

(3) PSG 88, Live Animals;

(4) PSG 89, Subsistence;

(5) PSC 9410, Crude Grades of Plant Materials;

(6) PSC 9430, Miscellaneous Crude Animal Products, Inedible;

(7) PSC 9440, Miscellaneous Crude Agricultural and Forestry Products;

(8) PSC 9610, Ores;

(9) PSC 9620, Minerals, Natural and Synthetic; and

(10) PSC 9630, Additive Metal Materials.

Place of manufacture means the place where an end product is assembled out of components, or otherwise made or processed from raw materials into the finished product that is to be provided to the Government. If a product is disassembled and reassembled, the place of reassembly is not the place of manufacture.

Predecessor means an entity that is replaced by a successor and includes any predecessors of the predecessor.

Reasonable inquiry has the meaning provided in the clause 52.204-25, Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment.

Restricted business operations means business operations in Sudan that include power production activities, mineral extraction activities, oil-related activities, or the production of military equipment, as those terms are defined in the Sudan Accountability and Divestment Act of 2007 (Pub. L. 110-174). Restricted business operations do not include business operations that the person (as that term is defined in Section 2 of the Sudan Accountability and Divestment Act of 2007) conducting the business can demonstrate -

(1) Are conducted under contract directly and exclusively with the regional government of southern Sudan;

(2) Are conducted pursuant to specific authorization from the Office of Foreign Assets Control in the Department of the Treasury, or are expressly exempted under Federal law from the requirement to be conducted under such authorization;

(3) Consist of providing goods or services to marginalized populations of Sudan;

(4) Consist of providing goods or services to an internationally recognized peacekeeping force or humanitarian organization;

(5) Consist of providing goods or services that are used only to promote health or education; or

(6) Have been voluntarily suspended.

Sensitive technology -

(1) Means hardware, software, telecommunications equipment, or any other technology that is to be used specifically -

(i) To restrict the free flow of unbiased information in Iran; or

(ii) To disrupt, monitor, or otherwise restrict speech of the people of Iran; and

(2) Does not include information or informational materials the export of which the President does not have the authority to regulate or prohibit pursuant to section 203(b)(3) of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1702(b)(3)).

Service-disabled veteran-owned small business concern -

(1) Means a small business concern -

(i) Not less than 51 percent of which is owned by one or more service - disabled veterans or, in the case of any publicly owned business, not less than 51 percent of the stock of which is owned by one or…