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Solicitation/Contract Form Continuation

Debris Removal, Franklin Falls Dam, Franklin, NH

W912WJ25QA036

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Franklin Falls Dam Log Boom Debris Removal

Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, and equipment necessary to remove debris from the log boom at Franklin Falls Dam, Franklin, NH in accordance with the Performance Work Statement.

Pricing Arrangement: Firm Fixed Price

1 Job

Franklin Falls Dam Catchment Area Debris Removal

Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, and equipment necessary to removed debris from the catchment area at Franklin Falls Dam, Franklin, NH in accordance with the Performance Work Statement.

Pricing Arrangement: Firm Fixed Price

1 Job

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VENDORS SUBMITTING A QUOTE IN RESPONSE TO A SOLICITATION ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR ADHERING TO ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND TERMS AND CONDITIONS INCLUDED IN THE SOLICITATION. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN QUOTES BEING DEEMED

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INFORMATION:

1. This is a Request for Quotations (RFQ) in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Parts 12 and 13.

2. Potential vendors are notified that the basis on which award will be made is price alone.

3. All responsible sources may submit a quote which, if timely received, must be considered by the Agency.

4. The Government may request that a vendor respond to a Quote Verification after the solicitation closes, but prior to award. The vendor shall respond in sufficient detail to all questions or statements no later than the response date and time listed in the correspondence. Failure to do so may result in quotes being deemed non-responsive and removed from consideration. The Government is under no obligation to provide extensions for responses.

5. Information on previously awarded contract (if no information is listed the requirement is considered "new"):

a. Previous contract was awarded to: Zaid Solutions LLC

b. Previous contract awarded amount: $67,700

c. Interested vendors are advised that scope may differ from previous contract

d. No additional information on previous contracts will be provided

QUESTIONS REGARDING SOLICITATIONS:

1. Questions regarding the solicitation shall be directed to the Contract Specialist:

a. Name: Jennifer M. Samela

b. Phone: 978-318-8324

c. Email: Jennifer.M.Samela@usace.army.mil

2. Technical Points of Contact shall not provide responses to interested vendors.

QUOTE SUBMISSION:

1. Quotes shall be submitted via email to the Contract Specialist listed above no later than the closing date and time identified in the solicitation or subsequent amendments.

2. The Government is under no obligation to consider any quote received after the solicitation closing date or time.

BID SCHEDULES:

1. If a Bid Schedule is included in the solicitation, vendors shall complete the bid schedule in its entirety (all tasks, all years).

2. Vendors shall enter $0.00 on Bid Schedules in which items are Not Separately Priced. Blank entries will not be considered and will result in quotes being deemed non-responsive.

3. Failure to complete the Bid Schedule in its entirety and return same with a quote will result in quotes being deemed non-responsive.

SITE VISITS:

1. If dates/times for site visits are included in the solicitation, then interested vendors will be permitted to visit the site during those dates/times. No other dates/times will be permitted for site visits.

2. If no dates/times for site visits are included in the solicitation, then interested vendors shall contact the Technical Point of Contact as identified in the solicitation to schedule a site visit.

3. No site visits will be permitted AFTER a solicitation closes.

SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT (SAM) REGISTRATIONS:

1. In accordance with FAR Clause 52.204-7:

a. Vendors are REQUIRED to be registered in SAM when submitting a quotation and shall continue to be registered until time of award, during performance, and through final payment.

b. "Registered" in SAM means that the Government has marked the record "Active".

2. The Government will deem quotes non-responsive from vendors that do not have an active SAM at the time of quote submission or by date/time of solicitation closing.

3. Provide Unique Entity Identifier (UEI): ___________________________

4. Provide CAGE code: ____________________________

SUBMITTALS:

1. Submittals (Accident Prevention Plan, Activity Hazard Analyses, Products, etc.) and Certifications/Licenses (10-hour OSHA, 30-hour OSHA, Competent Person in Fall Protection, Electrician's License, etc.) that are specified in the scope as required by this solicitation are not to be submitted with a quote. The awarded Contractor will be required to provide all submittals and certifications within the time stated in the solicitation and resultant contract. Failure to do so may result in termination.

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.

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT:

DEBRIS REMOVAL - LOG BOOM AND CATCHMENT AREA

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS

FRANKLIN FALLS DAM

FRANKLIN, NH

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

I. General:

1. Scope - Furnish all transportation, equipment, labor and job planning needed to remove debris from the log boom and catchment area at Franklin Falls Dam. All debris shall be removed from and properly disposed of off US Government property according to Federal, State, and local regulations.

Chipping of debris in place shall not be permitted unless all chips are transported off site for proper disposal. The project area is located along the Pemigewasset River in Franklin, NH. All work shall be completed in accordance with the following Performance Work Statement.

NOTE: This work requires the following submittals prior to commencement of work (Refer to Section II. Technical Requirements for a full list of submittals):

ENG Form 6293 (Accident Prevention Plan Worksheet) Activity Hazard Analysis; non-mandatory template available: ENG Form 6206 (Activity Hazard Analysis) ENG Form 6282 (Site Safety and Health Officer Designation Letter) ENG Form 6209, Certificate of Compliance (CoC) for Load Handling Equipment (LHE) and Rigging Critical Lift Plan; non-mandatory template available: ENG Form 6213, Load Handling Equipment Crane Operation Critical Lift Plan (CLP) First-Aid and CPR Personnel requirements Equipment Inspections, Certifications, and Registrations Equipment Specification Sheets Safety Data Sheets All Certification(s) and License(s) as determined by the Performance Work Statement.

2. Location - The Franklin Falls Dam is located at 46 Granite Dr. Franklin, NH 03222. Access road to the log boom and catchment areas is located at this address.

3. Site Visit - Site visits are strongly recommended to gauge the full scope of work and provide an accurate quote. No extra payment will be considered for perceived additional work caused by unfamiliarity with the site conditions and requirements.

Scheduled site visits will be provided for all interested vendors on the following dates and time:

May 27, 2025 at 8:00 AM Eastern May 28, 2025 at 1:00 PM Eastern

Please Note - Site visits outside of these specific dates and times are not permitted unless additional site visit dates/times are publicized in an amendment. All questions during site visits will be sent to the Contract Specialist as indicated in the Instructions to Vendors and responses will be provided in an amendment. Information incorporated into the solicitation via amendment will become binding.

4. Technical Point of Contact: After Contract Award, the Technical Point of Contact (TPOC) for questions and site coordination is Park Ranger, Briana Edwards (978) 318-8119 or (briana.c.edwards@usace.army.mil).

5. Schedule - The period of performance shall be 120 days from Contract Award (weather dependent). The project area will be open to the Contractor

Monday through Friday 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM and all work must be done during those hours unless otherwise approved by the TPOC. No work shall be done on weekends or Government holidays. The Pre-Work Conference shall be completed within 14 days of Contract Award.

All pre-work submittals shall be submitted within 21 days of Contract Award. The Government reserves up to 21 days for review and acceptance on each submittal/resubmittal from the date of receipt. If revisions are necessary to the submittals, the Contractor shall make such revisions and shall be resubmitted to the Government in an acceptable form within 14 days of the Government's response, unless additional time is granted by the Government in writing. No field work may proceed prior to the acceptance of pre-work submittals.

The Contractor shall provide a minimum of seven days' notice prior to the start of the onsite debris removal activities. The debris removal activities shall be completed within 30 days of the start of debris removal activities.

6. Safety Requirements -

a. General:

All work shall be conducted in accordance with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Safety and Occupational Health Requirements (EM 385- 1-1, most recent edition), 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 electronically at the following link: https://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/EM% 20385-1-1%20_EFFECTIVE%2015March2024.pdf

Project staff reserve the right to cease work at any time should the safety of employees, Contractors, and/or the public become jeopardized.

b. Accident Prevention Plan (APP):

The Contractor shall prepare a site-specific Accident Prevention Plan. The APP must be written by a Competent Person (CP) and document the specific work processes, equipment, materials to be used, hazards and applicable control measures.

The mandatory ENG Form 6293 (Accident Prevention Plan Worksheet) must be submitted and accepted prior to beginning on site work: https://www.

publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/Eng_Form_6293_Aug%202024%20-%20FINAL.pdf

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 the 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.

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

c. Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA):

An AHA shall be submitted and accepted for each definable feature of work (DFOW) in accordance with EM 385-1-1, Chapter 2-6. A DFOW is defined as any task, which is separate and distinct from other tasks, has separate control requirements, or is identified as different trades or disciplines.

The AHA shall be continuously reviewed and revised to address changing site conditions as appropriate.

For a non-mandatory formatted outline of an AHA, see ENG Form 6206 (Activity Hazard Analysis): https://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals /76/Eng_Form_6206_Sep%202024%20-%20FINAL.pdf

d. Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) Requirements:

The Contractor shall employ a minimum of one person to function as a Level 2, SSHO. A Level 2 SSHO is a designated employee with collateral duty safety and occupational health (SOH) responsibilities that meets the requirements of EM 385-1-1, Chapter 2-3.b and 2-4.b.

Level 2 SSHOs must possess:

OSHA 30-hour general industry or construction safety training (or equivalent).

24 hours of documented SOH-related competency training.

3 years of related, cumulative safety experience within the last ten years.

The SSHO shall be present at the project site and be responsible for overseeing the implementation of the Prime Contractor's SOH program.

Contractor shall designate all SSHOs on a mandatory ENG Form 6282 (Site Safety and Health Officer Designation Letter): https://www.publications.

usace.army.mil/Portals/76/Eng_Form_6282_Site%20Safety%20&%20Health%20Officer%20(SSHO)%20Designation%20Letter_2024%2009% 2013%20-%20Final.pdf

e. First-Aid and CPR Personnel Requirements:

For shifts with multiple employees, provide at least two employees that are certified to administer First Aid and CPR. When employees work alone, they must be certified in First Aid and be provided an effective means of communication to call for assistance in the event of an emergency.

Minimum First Aid and CPR qualifications are outlined in EM 385-1-1, Chapter 3-3.

f. Additional Personnel Requirements:

Other Competent or Qualified Persons may be required per EM 385-1-1 and/or other sections of this Performance Work Statement, based on the definable features of work for this project.

g. Accident Reporting:

All accidents and near misses shall be investigated by the Contractor and reported to the TPOC in accordance with EM 385-1-1, Table 2-1.

The mandatory ENG Form 3394 shall be completed and submitted to the TPOC within seven (7) days of an incident: https://www.publications.usace.

army.mil/Portals/76/Publications/EngineerForms/Eng_Form_3394_2021Aug.pdf

h. Employee Exposure Data:

The Contractor shall electronically report total employee work hours (including subcontractors) to the TPOC by close of business on the 10th calendar day of the following month.

7. Specific Safety Section - Cranes and Load Handling Equipment (LHE):

a. General: All load handling equipment (LHE) operations are required to be completed in accordance with EM 385-1-1, Chapter 16. The requirements apply to all LHE with a hoisting or lifting capacity over 2,000 lbs. (907.2 kg). LHE includes cranes, derricks, hoists, and power-operated equipment (excavators, forklifts, rough terrain equipment) when used with rigging that can raise, lower, and horizontally move a suspended load.

b. Operator Requirements: Only properly trained, certified, and qualified personnel that are designated in writing by the employer may operate LHE.

Prior to designating any LHE operator, the employer must obtain the intended operational functions and proof of qualifications for the operator in accordance with EM 385-1-1, Chapter 16-3.

i. Certification: Crane operators must be trained, tested, and certified by a nationally accredited testing organization. The training must address applicable ASME B30 requirements and include a successful completion of written and practical/operational examinations.

ii. Physical Qualifications/Examination: Class I operators must receive a physical exam, at a minimum of every three years, meeting the requirements of the ASME B30.5.

iii. Designation: The employer is responsible for designating operators and verifying all their required documents are completed in accordance with the applicable requirements.

c. Signal Person Requirements: Signal Persons shall meet the minimum qualifications and requirements of EM 385-1-1, Chapter 16-3.i.

d. Qualified Rigger Requirements: Qualified riggers shall meet the minimum qualifications and requirements of EM 385-1-1, Chapter 15-3 and 15-4.

e. Minimum Plan Requirements: A lift plan is required to be submitted and accepted by the TPOC prior to any lifting operations. Non-mandatory, lift plan templates are available for use. However, contractors are permitted to submit their own lift plans, in accordance with EM 385-1-1, Chapter 16-7.

i. ENG Form 6203, Crane Standard Lift Plan (SLP): https://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/Eng_Form_6203_Crane%20Standard% 20Lift%20Plan_2024%2009%2013%20-%20Final.pdf

ii. ENG Form 6213, Load-Handling Equipment Crane Operation Critical Lift Plan (CLP): https://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76 /Eng_Form_6213_Load%20Handling%20Equipment%20Crane%20Operation%20Critical%20Lift%20Plan%202024%20Aug%20-%20FINAL.pdf

f. Operational Testing: A QP must conduct operational tests, in accordance with EM 385-1-1, Chapter 16-8.s, the applicable ANSI/ASME standard, and the manufacturer's instructions.

g. Mandatory Form(s):

i. ENG Form 6209, Certificate of Compliance (CoC) for Load Handling Equipment (LHE) and Rigging: https://www.publications.usace.army.mil /LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=kzvU4YyG1yU%3d&tabid=16438&portalid=76&mid=43543

8. Pre-Work Conference - Prior to the start of any work, the TPOC will schedule and conduct a "Pre-Work Conference". The Contractor's Project Manager and Quality Control Personnel will be physically present to attend this meeting. The Contractor shall directly oversee all work on the project and the Project Manager and Quality Control Personnel shall have the authority to act on behalf of the Contractor. 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 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:

i. Authority of the Technical Point of Contact and Quality Assurance Inspectors

ii. Contractor's Safety Program (including sub-contractors)

iii. Accident Prevention Plan and Activity Hazard Analysis

iv. Critical Lift Plan in accordance with EM 385-1-1

v. Crane Inspections & Operational Testing

vi. Documented Safety Meetings

vii. Accident Reporting (ENG Form 3394)

viii. Safety Data Sheet (SDS) requirements

ix. Contractor's Equipment

x. Correspondence, Communication, Security and Administrative Procedures.

xi. Invoice and payment

9. 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.

10. Security - The Contractor will comply with all established security policies at Franklin Falls Dam. Due to periods of heightened security that may affect the access to the areas covered under this contract, the Government reserves the right to close any property or portion of property and reschedule and/or cancel any subsequent service. The Contractor shall be given at least 24-hour notice of any such closure.

11. Flooding - The Franklin Falls Dam is a flood control project. Occasional retention of floodwaters may inundate portions of the dam property or access roads in the areas covered by this contract. The TPOC will notify the Contractor as areas are closed as a result of floodwaters. When flooding ends and waters recede, the TPOC will notify the Contractor as areas reopen and services may resume.

12. Payment - The Contractor shall furnish the TPOC with one invoice after all work has been completed. The invoice shall include the invoice date, contract number, dates of service, description of work, labor hours, quantities, and total amount due per line item. The invoice must also include the company letterhead, and this must match the data that is registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) registry.

All invoices may be mailed to:

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Franklin Falls Dam c/o Briana Edwards 46 Granite Drive Franklin, NH 03235

Or emailed to: briana.c.edwards@usace.army.mil

II. Technical Requirements:

Part 1 General:

1. Summary - Furnish all transportation, equipment, labor and materials needed to remove debris from the log boom and catchment area at Franklin Falls Dam (See Informational Photos 1, 2, 3 and 4). All debris shall be removed from and properly disposed of off US Government property according to Federal, State, and local regulations. Chipping of debris in place shall not be permitted unless all chips are transported off site for proper disposal. Contractor's work and responsibility shall include, but not be limited to, all job planning, programming, scheduling, administration, inspection, personnel, equipment, vehicles, fuel, materials, supplies, supervision, and quality control necessary to perform the various services required herein.

2. Submittals - Although the Government 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 Government reserves up to 21 days for review and acceptance on each submittal/resubmittal from the date of receipt. If revisions are necessary to the submittals, the Contractor shall make such revisions and shall resubmit to the Government in an acceptable form within 14 days of the Government's response, unless additional time is granted by the Government in writing.

The documents identified below must be prepared in accordance with the applicable standards, submitted to the TPOC for review and must be accepted by the Government.

Pre-work Submittals: Submitted within 21 days of Contract Award. Submittals must be accepted prior to the commencement of any field work.

ENG Form 6293 (Accident Prevention Plan Worksheet) Activity Hazard Analysis; non-mandatory template available: ENG Form 6206 (Activity Hazard Analysis) ENG Form 6282 (Site Safety and Health Officer Designation Letter) ENG Form 6209, Certificate of Compliance (CoC) for Load Handling Equipment (LHE) and Rigging Critical Lift Plan; non-mandatory template available: ENG Form 6213, Load Handling Equipment Crane Operation Critical Lift Plan (CLP) (if utilizing) First-Aid and CPR Personnel requirements Equipment Inspections, Certifications, and Registrations Equipment Specification Sheets Safety Data Sheets All Certification(s) and License(s) as determined by the Performance Work Statement

3. References - All work shall be in conformance with:

a. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

i. EM 385-1-1 2024 Safety and Occupational Health Requirements, U.S. Army Engineering Manual.

1. EM 385-1-1; Chapter 16, Load Handling Equipment

2. EM 385-1-1; Chapter 15, Rigging

3. EM 385-1-1; Chapter 18, Vehicles Machinery and Mechanized Equipment

4. EM 385-1-1; Chapter 13, Hand and Power Tools (including chainsaws)

5. EM 385-1-1; Chapter 19, Floating Plant and Marine Activities (including motorboats)

b. Code of Federal Regulations

i. Title 36 - Parks, Forests, and Public Property; Chapter III, Part 327 - Corps of Engineers, Department of the Army.

c. Other appropriate Federal, State, and local codes.

4. 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.

5. Preferred Sequence for Work Schedules - The Contractor must provide sufficient personnel and equipment to accomplish services stated in the contract. The Contractor will coordinate a work schedule for each service, and approximate times for beginning and ending of each required service listed with the TPOC. Any changes or alterations to the schedule must be coordinated and approved by the TPOC in advance of actual schedule changes.

6. Clean Up and Waste Disposal - The Contractor shall practice good housekeeping to maintain a safe job site. The Contractor shall keep the work area, including any designated storage areas free from accumulation of waste materials. Upon completing work in an area, the Contractor shall remove any tools, equipment, and materials that are not the property of the Government. Any and all disturbed areas resulting from Contractor activities shall be restored by the Contractor to the satisfaction of the TPOC. All waste material will be disposed of offsite in accordance with all Federal, State, and local regulations.

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 on a daily basis when working onsite. Water, air, and land resources shall not be adversely impacted during the course of the work. The Contractor will take necessary steps to ensure all Federal, State, and local environmental regulatory requirements are met at no additional cost to the Government. Assurance of compliance with this section by subcontractors shall be the responsibility of the Contractor.

8. Personal Protective Equipment - It is the Contractor's responsibility to furnish and supply personnel with the proper personal protective equipment necessary for performing the work.

9. Government Resources - The Government will not supply any electricity. The Contractor shall supply his own means of communication (telephone). There is a restroom available at the contract site and there is access to potable water at the site. The Contractor can utilize the public restrooms located next to the garage which also allows access to potable water.

10. Damage to Government and Private Property - The Contractor shall be responsible for restoring all Government facilities or structures damaged as a result of the Contractor's operation. The Contractor shall also be responsible for any damage to private property or injury to any person as a result of the Contractor's operation. The Contractor shall notify the TPOC immediately of damage to Government and private property and injury to any person resulting from the Contractor's operation. Also, the Contractor shall notify the TPOC 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 only and not across or through park areas to facilities. The Contractor shall also restore landscape features (shrubs, flowers, grasses, etc.), which are damaged or destroyed by the Contractor's operation. Damaged or destroyed grass areas shall be re-planted as directed by the TPOC, and shrubs and flowers which are damaged or destroyed shall be replaced from nursery stock of like size and kind.

11. Contractor's Qualifications -

a. Experience:

i. The Contractor shall be able to demonstrate at least 3 years' experience with debris removal of this nature and scope.

b. License and/or Certifications:

i. All work shall be performed by Qualified Personnel.

ii. The Contractor shall have the appropriate current license/certification(s) issued by the State for the work required and equipment being used and shall obtain and comply with any other necessary licenses, certifications, or permits prior to beginning any work.

iii. The Contractor shall provide documentation of the appropriate licenses and certifications to the TPOC.

12. Contractor's Personnel -

a. Minimum Personnel Requirements - The Contractor shall provide an adequate number of fully qualified personnel to perform the specified service properly and efficiently within the time limits specified. The Contractor shall provide a list of the names and contact phone numbers for all employees prior to them working on Government Property.

Note: At least one (1) of the Contractor employees on site shall be able to communicate effectively and efficiently with project staff.

b. Employee Conduct - The Contractor shall be responsible for seeing that the Contractor's employees strictly comply with Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 36, Chapter III, Part 327, and all Federal, State, and municipal laws. Any personnel activity, which, in the opinion of the Government, is deemed detrimental to the performance of the contract may result in the removal of Contractor employee(s).

Examples of unbecoming actions or conduct include but are not limited to the following:

i. Cursing, harassment, or discrimination of and/or unwarranted physical contact with visitors, USACE personnel, or other Contractors

ii. Recurring written and/or verbal complaints from visitors, USACE personnel, or other Contractors.

iii. Unsafe operation of vehicles while on USACE property.

c. Removal of Contractor's Employees - The TPOC may require the Contractor to immediately remove from the work site any employee of the Contractor or subcontractor, who, in the opinion of the TPOC, endangers persons or property, or whose physical or mental condition is such that it would impair the employee's ability to satisfactorily perform assigned work. Notification to the Contractor shall be promptly made in writing if time and circumstances permit. Otherwise, notification shall be verbal or by telephone, and shall be confirmed in writing as soon as possible. No such removal, however, will reduce the Contractor's obligation to perform all work required under this contract, and immediate replacement will be made as required. This requirement shall not be made the basis of any claim for compensation or damages against the United States or any of its officers or agents.

13. Quality Assurance - The Contractor is responsible for the quality control of the contract work. The Contractor shall establish and maintain a quality control system to assure compliance with the contract requirements. The Government has the right to inspect and test all items called for by the contract, to the extent practicable at all times and at all places during the term of the contract.

14. Inspections-

a. Contractor Quality Control - The Contractor is responsible for establishing and maintaining an adequate quality control system to satisfactorily inspect and ensure that all work performed by the Contractor's organization in each separate service is in full compliance with this contract and the instructions, provisions, specifications, drawings, and maps herein.

b. General Inspection - Upon the completion of each service requirement, the Contractor will perform an inspection of all areas under this contract to ensure compliance with the Performance Work Statement. The Contractor or their representative must be able to commit personnel, equipment, and resources to correct deficiencies. A Government representative may accompany the Contractor on an inspection of completed work and will identify any contract deficiencies. Any deficiencies noted will be corrected within original contract time frames or appropriate deductions in payment will be made.

c. Equipment/Supplies Inspections - The TPOC may inspect required equipment and, supplies at any time when in use on Government property. Any equipment found deficient shall be removed from service immediately until faulty conditions have been corrected and passed by the TPOC. No such removal will reduce the Contractor's obligation to perform all work required within the time scheduled under this contract. This requirement shall not be made the basis of any claim for compensation or damages against the United States or any of its officers or agents.

d. Government Inspections - The Government will monitor the Contractor's service performance and make deductions accordingly for work not corrected with the time permitted.

15. Receiving and Storing Materials - The Contractor is responsible for protecting any stored material until it is placed in service. The Contractor is responsible for receiving and unloading of delivered goods. Government employees will not receive materials or supplies for the Contractor and will not be responsible for damage to the Contractor's equipment or materials.

16. 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.

Part 2 Equipment:

1. Condition of Equipment - All equipment used to perform work under this contract must be in good operating and mechanical condition and comply with EM 385-1-1, Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Occupational Health Requirements. A regular schedule of preventive maintenance must be followed on all equipment. All vehicles utilized under this contract will be presentable, serviceable, and shall comply with safety standards.

2. Type(s) of Equipment -

a. The Contractor shall provide the appropriate equipment and tools of the trade to execute the requirements of the Performance Work Statement.

b. Cranes: The Contractor may choose to utilize a crane. If so, the Contractor shall provide a crane, operator, and signal person, each of which must be able to work and/or provide signals for clamshell bucket operation. The crane must be at least a minimum of a 120-ton crane with a 100-foot boom length. A larger capacity crane may be used to satisfy the debris removal requirements, with the knowledge that its overall size and weight may limit the crane's access and egress to the service areas described.

c. Clamshell Bucket: If utilized, the clamshell bucket must be at least a 1/2 yard bucket. It shall be constructed to handle heavy and oddly shaped debris loads.

d. Long Reach Excavator: A long reach excavator may be used at the log boom crane pad as an option to remove debris from the log boom and relocate it in the adjacent catchment area. The excavator must have a reach of at least 60ft and be equipped with a functioning mechanical thumb.

e. Debris Pushing Motorboat: The Contractor must provide a minimum of one debris pushing boat with motor and a two-person crew with tools and equipment necessary to facilitate the clearing of the log boom area. The boat must be equipped to be rigged for lift by the crane for deployment to and retrieval from the water, if that is the option being utilized.

NOTE: All waterborne activities must conform to USACE EM 385-1-1, to include a U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, National Association of Safe Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) certification. All Coast Guard approved safety devices for a small vessel must be on board, operational, and used properly during any waterborne work, including the proper wearing of a Coast Guard approved Personal Floatation Device.

f. Dump truck / Container Truck / Log Truck: The Contractor shall provide a vehicle and operator for delivery of the debris from the locations described in this Performance Work Statement. The vehicle should be large enough to efficiently transport debris without shutting down job progress for more than a reasonable timeframe for this task. If this vehicle should require an operator to have a Commercial Driver's License, a copy of the operator's license shall be submitted to the TPOC prior to work.

g. Chainsaw or Cutting Equipment: The Contractor shall provide appropriate gasoline powered cutting equipment for cutting woody debris of various sized that may be considerably laden with silt or soil and may occasionally contain manmade objects including nails, screws, cables, and other potentially hazardous objects. Any cutting equipment used in the debris removal work must include the manufacturer's current safety standards and conform to USACE EM 385-1-1. The operator of such cutting equipment must also be properly outfitted with the appropriate safety gear for the job in conformance with USACE EM 385-1-1.

h. Tub Grinding Equipment: Tub grinding equipment may be used to grind debris to be loaded for removal offsite.

i. Industrial Wood Chipping Equipment: Industrial sized woodchipper(s) may be used to chip debris to be loaded for removal offsite.

j. Tractor / Skid Steer / Loading Equipment: This equipment may be used to assist in moving and loading equipment.

3. Equipment Storage - The Government will provide a storage area and parking for Contractor personnel. The Contractor may store certain pieces of equipment during the duration of the debris removal activities. Any equipment storage must be coordinated and approved by the TPOC. The Contractor is responsible for protecting any stored material until it is placed in service.

NOTE: The Contractor shall submit one copy of the manufacturer's material Safety Data Sheet for each chemical proposed for use and or store.

Part 3 Materials and Supplies:

1. Provided by Government:

a. N/A

2. Provided by Contractor:

a. The Contractor shall supply all Materials and Supplies to accomplish the requirements of this contract.

Part 4 Service Requirements:

1. General: The Contractor shall furnish all equipment, materials, labor, and transportation to remove all debris from the Franklin Falls Dam log boom and catchment area (See Informational Photos 1, 2, 3 and 4). All debris shall be removed from and properly disposed of off US Government property according to Federal, State, and local regulations. Chipping of debris in place shall not be permitted unless all chips are transported off site for proper disposal. Project staff will open necessary locked gates each morning and will close and secure the gates each afternoon at 4PM.

NOTE: All load handling equipment (LHE) operations are required to be completed in accordance with EM 385-1-1, Chapter 16. The requirements apply to all LHE with a hoisting or lifting capacity over 2,000 lbs. (907.2 kg). LHE includes cranes, derricks, hoists, and power-operated equipment (excavators, forklifts, rough terrain equipment) when used with rigging that can raise, lower, and horizontally move a suspended load.

Debris Definitions: For the purpose of this contract, debris will be considered to be within one of two categories and shall be sorted and properly disposed of off US Government property as follows:

a. Category 1: Woody Debris - Woody Debris is considered any woody vegetation in the form of logs, stumps, shrubs, branches, boards, or lumber including pallets, plywood, stakes, posts, carrying timbers, and other like items.

b. Category 2: Other Debris - Other Debris may include various trash materials such as Styrofoam and plastic containers, tires, propane cylinders and other non-valuable items.

NOTE: If there is other debris that is deemed to be potentially hazardous, the Contractor shall notify the TPOC so that it can be properly addressed without causing harm to persons or the environment.

2. Service Definition:

a. One service is defined as a single completion of all requirements for each task as described in Section 3, Service Tasks, below.

b. The Contractor shall only be paid for work fully completed. If a partial service is rendered, payment will be adjusted according to percent of area completed. Partial service is defined as completing anything other than all tasks for designated locations as identified in Part 5, Service Location(s), and Task Requirements.

3. Service Tasks:

a. Log Boom Debris Removal Requirements:

i. A crane with a clamshell or a long reach excavator may be used to remove debris from the log boom. The operation of either type of equipment option shall be conducted in a manner to not remove soil from the river bottom or riverbank at the debris removal location.

ii. All floating debris as well as any submerged debris that is visible by boat along the log boom must be removed.

iii. If items cannot safely be removed, the Contractor and TPOC shall discuss solutions.

iv. The log boom shall be clear of any caught or hung debris, as well as submerged debris so that any restriction of water flow is minimized.

v. The Contractor shall utilize the motorboat to push, pull, tow, or otherwise direct the debris towards the riverbank nearest the clamshell or long reach excavator. This may require pulling or towing the debris from its location so that it may be removed with the clamshell or long reach excavator.

vi. All debris shall be removed from the river and properly sorted prior to removal from US Government property.

vii. The Contractor may temporarily place debris in the designated catchment area in segregated piles of woody debris and other debris prior to removal for disposal (See Informational Map 1).

b. Catchment Area Debris Removal Requirements:

i. All debris that is currently present in the designated catchment area (See Informational Map 1) must be properly sorted prior to removal from US Government property.

ii. The Contractor may temporarily consolidate the existing debris in the designated catchment area in segregated piles of woody debris and other debris prior to removal for disposal.

iii. The end result shall be the removal of all classifications of debris from within the designated catchment area.

Part 5 Service Location(s) and Task Requirements: The service location is located in Franklin, NH near the Franklin Falls Dam. The Franklin Falls Dam Project Office is located at 46 Granite Drive, Franklin, NH.

1. ITEM NO. 1 - Franklin Falls Dam Log Boom - Debris Removal

a. Site Access:

i. Access to this area is via Rte. 127 (New Hampton Rd.) on the East side of the Franklin Falls Dam. The access road is a combination of pavement and gravel with drainage ditches and culverts throughout its course to the log boom. (See Informational Map 1)

b. Site Information:

i. The log boom is a series of connected floating plastic logs that stretches across the Pemigewasset River holding debris just upstream of the Franklin

Falls Dam gatehouse.

ii. The Contractor supplied debris pushing boat shall be rigged and launched into/retrieved from the river by the crane or launched upstream from the launching area.

iii. The log boom crane pad may need to be cleared of debris prior to work performance.

iv. See Informational Photos 1 and 2.

c. Required Tasks:

i. Log Boom Debris Removal.

ii. Specific date to be coordinated with the TPOC.

2. ITEM NO. 2 - Franklin Falls Dam Catchment Area - Debris Removal

a. Site Access:

i. Access to this area is via Rte. 127 (New Hampton Rd.) on the East side of the Franklin Falls Dam. The access road is a combination of pavement and gravel with drainage ditches and culverts throughout. (See Informational Map 1).

b. Site Information:

i. The catchment area is adjacent to the log boom crane pad. The area consists of the space between the access road and the river shoreline contained by the log boom.

ii. The access road is part of the public trail system and is frequented by pedestrians and cyclists. Contractor must be vigilant of project visitors and follow all posted speed limit signs.

iii. See Informational Photo 2, 3 and 4.

c. Required Tasks:

i. Catchment Area Debris Removal.

ii. Specific start date to be coordinated with the TPOC.

ATTACHMENTS: Please refer to the attachments included with this solicitation for additional information

WAGE DETERMINATION:

The Wage Determination for this project can be found at:

https://sam.gov/wage-determination/2015-4023 Wage Determination No.: 2015-4023 Modification No.: 30 Date: 23 December 2024

Requirements Debris Removal, Franklin Falls Dam, Franklin, NH

Product Service Code: S216

Product Service Code: S216

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