Solicitation W912WJ26QA051.pdf

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W912WJ26QA051 20 FEB 2026

JENNIFER SAMELA

978-318-8324

05 MAR 2026

05:00 PM

W912WJ 100

W2SD ENDIST NEW ENGLAND

KO CONTRACTING DIVISION, 696 VIRGINIA ROAD

CONCORD, MA 01742-2751

UNITED STATES

JENNIFER SAMELA, EMAIL: JENNIFER.M.SAMELA@USACE.ARMY.MIL

TELEPHONE: 978-318-8324

561730

USD 9,500,000.00

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Solicitation/Contract Form Continuation

Mechanical Vegetation Removal Blanket Purchase Agreement, Upper CT Instrument Name:

River Basin, Locations in VT and NH

W912WJ26QA051

Continuation of Supplies or Services and Prices/Costs

Additional Information/Notes

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS

MECHANICAL VEGETATION CONTROL SERVICES

UPPER CONNECTICUT RIVER BASIN

NEW HAMPSHIRE & VERMONT

Bid Schedule

DESCRIPTION UNIT Year 1

PRICE

Year 2

PRICE 4

Year 3

PRICE

1. Administrative - Office Work HR 1

2. Tree Removal (Greater than 24 inch

DBH)

HR 1

3. Tree Removal (12 through 24 inch

DBH)

HR 1

4. Tree Removal (3 through 12 inch DBH) HR 1

5. Brush, Small Tree and Shrub Removal HR 1

6. Tree Pruning/Cabling HR 1

7. Fruit Tree Pruning HR 1

8. Hazard Tree Removal HR 1

9. Stump Grinding HR 1

10. Stump Removal HR 1

11. Wood Chipping HR 1

12. Forestry Mowing HR 1

13. Debris Removal HR 1

14. Chemical Treatment HR 1

15. Chemicals % 2

16. Travel Time HR 4

NOTES:

1. The Unit Price (HR) includes the Combined Hourly/ Rate for the equipment, crew (Two (2) persons and one (1) vehicle and associated equipment) and the supplies/materials/fuel required to support the specified equipment.

2. The Percent (%) Mark-Up is for Contractor's Furnished Vegetation Control Chemicals Only.

The Contractor will provide the TPOC with spray reports showing actual quantities of chemicals used as part of the applicable invoice.

3. A separate Bid Schedule may be provided for each Project Location or County to accommodate potential differences in pricing.

4. Travel time may not exceed two (2) hours per day and may not exceed the travel time from the Contractor's Office/Base of Operations to the Project Location (Round Trip) included in the BPA Call.

*** END OF NARRATIVE 1 ***

Continuation of Description

INTERESTED VENDORS SHALL REVIEW THE "ADDENDUM TO 52.212-1" AND

"ADDENDUM TO EVALUATION" FOR INSTRUCTIONS AND EVALUATION CRITERIA.

VENDORS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR ENSURING THEIR QUOTE SUBMISSION MEETS

ALL REQUIREMENTS. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN QUOTES BEING DEEMED

NON-RESPONSIVE AND REMOVED FROM CONSIDERATION.

THE MANDATORY SOLICITATION SURVEY SHALL BE COMPLETED IN ITS ENTIRETY

AND RETURNED WITH QUOTES. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN QUOTES BEING

DEEMED NON-RESPONSIVE AND REMOVED FROM CONSIDERATION.

BLANKET PURCHASE AGREEMENT

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS

MECHANICAL VEGETATION CONTROL SERVICES

UPPER CONNECTICUT RIVER BASIN

NEW HAMPSHIRE & VERMONT

I. BPA TERMS AND CONDITIONS (IAW FAR 12.201-1(e)(3))

1. Description of Agreement - The purpose of this Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) is to provide an indefinite quantity of Mechanical Vegetation Control Services in the Upper Connecticut River Basin. The intent of this BPA is to provide the Government with a cost-effective rapid response way to maintain the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers facilities. Under this BPA, your organization shall provide mechanical vegetation control services, in accordance with the attached Price Schedule and Performance Work Statement, when called by the Contracting Officer or their designated representative(s). Services will be requested through Purchases made under this BPA, that shall be referred to as Calls.

a. The duration of this BPA shall be Three (3) years from date of award, or upon reaching the BPA Master Limit. Calls can be placed up to the date of the BPA expiration. The period of performance of any Call placed prior to the BPA expiration can extend past the date of the BPA expiration.

2. Extent of Obligation - In accordance with Revolutionary FAR Overhaul 12.201-1(e)(3), the Government is obligated only to the extent of authorized purchases (Calls) made under the BPA. The establishment of the BPA does not imply any agreement on the part of the Government to place future Calls with the BPA holder. The Government makes no representation as to the number of Calls or actual amount of work to be ordered.

3. Purchase Limitation - The Contractor shall furnish all labor, equipment, and materials necessary to execute the Mechanical Vegetation Services for each BPA Call under this agreement. No single BPA Call may exceed $25,000 in total cost of labor and materials. The maximum Dollar Limit for materials is $5,000. The BPA Master Dollar Limit is $250,000.

4. Individuals authorized to purchase under the BPA - Only the Contracting Officer is authorized to purchase under the BPA.

a. Call Procedures:

i. The Government may have multiple BPAs in place with various Contractors for the same Services. The Government intends to compete each Call among a pool of up to three (3) BPA holders to determine if a Contractor can provide the services in the required time frame and the price. Award will be based on the lowest price that will provide the services in the required time frame.

ii. The Contractor shall provide a quote for each BPA Call request within fourteen (14) days of the initial contact by the Technical Point of Contact (TPOC). The Contractor may receive additional time to provide the quote if it is pre-approved by the TPOC.

iii. Upon notification of an executed BPA Call from the Government, the Contractor shall coordinate with the TPOC within fourteen (14) calendar days to schedule the work.

5. The Contractor will coordinate with the Government for the estimated start date. Work shall be performed Monday through Friday 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM unless otherwise approved by the TPOC. No work shall be done on weekends or Government holidays.

All pre-work submittals shall be submitted within twenty-one (21) days of BPA award. The Government reserves up to twenty-one (21) days for review and acceptance on each submittal 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 fourteen (14) days of the Government's response, unless additional time is granted by the Government in writing.

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_2023Aug31.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_2023Aug24.pdf

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

The Contractor shall employ a minimum of one person to function as a Level 3, SSHO. A Level 3 SSHO is a designated Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) with Safety and Occupational Health (SOH) responsibility that meets the requirements of EM 385-1-1, Chapter 2-3.b and 2-4.b.

Level 3 SSHOs must have training, knowledge, and/or experience identifying hazards and implementing controls for the work being performed.

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_2023Aug28.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 Person (CP) or Qualified Persons (QP) may be required per EM 385-1-1 and /or other sections of this Scope of Work, 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. Site Specific Safety Section - Tree Maintenance and Removal:

a. General: All tree maintenance and removal activities are required to be completed in accordance with EM 385-1-1, Chapter 31. The work shall be completed by a Qualified Tree Worker who through related training and on the job experience, is trained on the proper use of the equipment, specialized techniques, and associated hazards. Acceptable credentials for a Qualified Tree Worker include but are not limited to: Certified Arborist, Licensed Tree Expert, Certified Tree Care Professional, Certified Tree Climber, and Certified Utility Safety Professional.

8. Specific Safety Section-Cranes/Load Handling Equipment (If Applicable):

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 /LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=qZwLLyJg_bA%3d&tabid=16438&portalid=76&mid=43543

ii. ENG Form 6213, Load-Handling Equipment Crane Operation Critical Lift Plan (CLP):

https://www.publications.usace.army.mil/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=cdmeuIZKLQI% 3d&tabid=16438&portalid=76&mid=43543

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):

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

9. 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.

b. Employee Conduct - The Contractor shall be responsible for seeing that the firm's employees strictly comply with the Code of Federal Regulations 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/employees.

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, is incompetent, who 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.

10. 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-Construction 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-Construction Conference:

i. Authority of the TPOC and Quality Assurance Inspectors.

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

iii. Accident Prevention Plan and Activity Hazard Analysis

iv. Accident Reporting (ENG Form 3394)

v. Safety Data Sheet (SDS) requirements

vi. Contractor's Equipment

vii. Correspondence, Communication, Security and Administrative Procedures.

viii. Invoice and payment.

11. 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.

12. Security - The Contractor will comply with all established security policies at all projects.

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 twenty-four (24) hours' notice of any such closure.

13. Flooding - These projects are flood control project, and the work area outlined in this contract is subject to becoming inundated during periods of excessive rainfall. If such an event should occur, in-progress work shall immediately cease, and all equipment, materials, and personnel will be vacated from the area within twenty-four (24) hours' notice by the TPOC.

When flooding ends and waters recede, the TPOC will notify the Contractor as areas reopen and services may resume.

14. Payment - After final inspection and acceptance by the Government, the Contractor must submit an itemized invoice submitted at completion of call. Invoices need not be supported by copies of delivery tickets; however, invoices must indicate the BPA number, Call number, Invoice Date; Contract Number; Dates of Service; Description of Work; Quantities; Materials, and Supplies mark-up, and total amount due per line item. The invoices for each project will be sent (via mail, or email) to the appropriate TPOC: 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. Final payment is contingent upon return of U.S. Government keys. Keys are required to be physically handed to the TPOC. The Contractor assumes all responsibility for loss (which may include the cost of rekeying the applicable project).

15. Technical Points of Contact -

a. Ball Mountain and Townshend Lakes

Mail: 88 Ball Mountain Lane

Jamaica, VT O5343

Attn: Alex Cote, Project Manager

Phone: 978.318.8453

Email: Alex.J.Cote@usace.army.mil

b. North Springfield Lake

Mail: 98 Reservoir Road

Springfield, VT, 05156

Attn: Jason Farnsworth, Project Manager

Phone: 978.318.8456

Email: Jason.Farnsworth@usace.army.mil

c. North Hartland Lake and Union Village Dam

Mail: P.O. Box 55

North Hartland, VT 05052

Attn: Heather Morse, Project Manager

Phone: 978.318.8469

Email: Heather.L.Morse@usace.army.mil

d. Otter Brook and Surry Mountain Lakes

Mail: 480 Branch Road

Keene, NH 03431

Attn: Christie Baker, Project Manager

Phone: 978.318.8483

Email: Christie.L.Baker@usace.army.mil

II. Technical Requirements:

Part 1 General:

1. Summary - This is a Blanket Purchase Agreement to provide Mechanical Vegetation Control Services for the Upper Connecticut River Basin located in New Hampshire and Vermont to include the following locations.

a. Otter Brook Lake Project Office

480 Branch Road, Keene, NH (Cheshire County)

b. Surry Mountain Lake Project Office

108 Surry Dam Road, Surry, NH 03431 (Cheshire County)

c. Townshend Lake Project Office

3845 Vermont Route 30 Townshend, VT (Windham County)

d. Ball Mountain Lake Project Office

88 Ball Mountain Lane, Jamaica, VT (Windham County)

e. North Springfield Lake Project Office

98 Reservoir Road North Springfield, VT 05150 (Windsor County)

f. North Hartland Lake Project Office

112 Clay Hill Road, North Hartland, VT 05052 (Windsor County)

g. Union Village Dam Project Office

2 Main Street, East Thetford, VT 05043 (Orange County)

2. Submittals - Although the Government reviews submissions required by this Statement of Work, it is emphasized that the Contractor's work must be completed using proper internal controls and review procedures. The Government reserves up to twenty-one (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 within fourteen (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 accepted by the Government.

a. Pre-work: Submitted within twenty-one (21) days of BPA Award. Submittals must be accepted prior to the commencement of any field work.

i. Accident Prevention Plan (ENG Form 6293)

ii. Site Safety and Health Officer Designation Letter (ENG Form 6282)

iii. Spill Prevention Plan

iv. First-Aid, CPR Certification

v. Qualifications

b. BPA Call Submittals

i. Pre work: Prior to start of field work. Submittals must be accepted prior to the commencement of any field work:

1) Activity Hazard Analysis - Prior to start of work

2) Safety Data Sheets

3) Materials List for each BPA Call: Detail material/parts list identifying the chemicals, as part of the BPA Call.

ii. Post-work: By the completion of work and before final payment

1) Chemical Utilization Report: For quantities of each chemical and/or product used on-site for insect and disease management.

3. Qualifications:

i. Experience: The Contractor shall have a minimum of five (5) years of experience with tree removal, including each applicable trade identified in the BPA. The Contractor shall have sufficient personnel to adequately service up to three (3) BPA Calls concurrently with fully qualified personnel to satisfy the requirements of each BPA Call with no degradation in quality or supervision.

ii. License and/or Certification: ALL work shall be performed by Qualified and Skilled Personnel with appropriate licenses and/or certifications required to operate the appropriate equipment and perform the work required under this BPA.

4. Existing Conditions -

a. Levees, Dikes, Dam Crests, Drainage Channels, and Steep Slopes:

The Mechanical Vegetation Control on the Levees, Dikes, Dam Crests and Steep Slopes will generally consist of areas that DO NOT allow access for full sized vehicles and equipment.

These areas are typically steep rock armored slopes that are not accessible by normal vehicles or all-terrain vehicles. The majority of the areas adjacent to the Levees, Dikes, Dam Crests, and Steep Slopes are accessible by full sized vehicles or all-terrain vehicles.

b. Roadways, Paths and Right-of-ways:

The Mechanical Vegetation Control in the Roadways, Paths and Right-of-ways will generally consist of areas that allow access for full sized vehicles and equipment. A minor portion of the Paths may not be accessible by full sized vehicles and may require an all-terrain vehicle.

c. Open Fields and Areas:

The Mechanical Vegetation Control in the Open Fields and Open Areas will generally consist of level fields and lawns that allow reasonable access for vehicles and equipment. The entire area may not be accessible by full sized vehicles and may require an all-terrain vehicle.

d. Forest Areas:

The Mechanical Vegetation Control in Forest areas; will generally consist of dense stands of large trees, understory, rocks, and slopes that generally DO NOT allow access for full sized vehicles or all-terrain vehicles.

5. 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.

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. 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 fifty feet (50') from any drainage inlets, water bodies (rivers, streams, and lakes), environmentally sensitive areas (wetlands and vernal pools). While applying chemicals, the Contractor shall take all precautions necessary for the protection of all persons, property, water courses, and natural resources, and will be held liable for any damages resulting from careless application of chemicals. Contractor will take necessary steps to ensure all federal, state, and local environmental regulatory requirements are met.

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 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.

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 Project Manager 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. 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.

12. 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.

13. 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.

Part 2 Products:

All products shall be new, unused and approved by the TPOC prior to installation.

1. Chemicals -

a. The intent of this material section is not to specify every product to be used in the execution of the work. Rather, to define the expected standards to be followed and the quality of the product to be used.

b. As part of the Quote, the Contractor shall furnish all chemicals for insect and disease management.

c. All chemicals are to be applied in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations and in accordance with State requirements. All applications will be in strict compliance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations.

d. The Contractor shall use the most effective chemicals for each species. Government personnel may request a specific chemical to be used if deemed more appropriate for treating a specific species.

Part 3 Execution:

1. Scope of Work -

The TPOC will provide a Performance Work Statement to the Contractor to review and determine the work required to complete the project. The Contractor shall furnish the TPOC a quote and detailed Parts/Materials list required to complete the work. The work may likely include the following requirements:

a. Administrative/Office Work:

i. The Administrative or Office Work shall be completed by an individual knowledgeable about the specific trades involved and the contract requirements. The personnel are not required to be licensed in the specific trades. The tasks may likely include, Project Coordination, Submittal Coordination, and other related tasks including public posting.

b. Large Tree Removal: - Greater than twenty-four (24) inch DBH

i. The Contractor shall remove the trees from three (3) inches and greater in diameter (Diameter at breast height - DBH). The trees shall be felled and the stumps shall be cut flush with the ground. All material shall be removed and wood chips shall not be left onsite, unless directed by the TPOC.

c. Tree Removal - Twelve (12) inch through twenty-four (24) inch DBH

i. The Contractor shall remove the trees greater than twelve (12) inches and up to twenty-four

(24) inches in diameter (Diameter at breast height - DBH). The trees shall be felled and the stumps shall be cut flush with the ground. All material shall be removed offsite and wood chips shall not be left onsite, unless directed by the TPOC.

d. Tree Removal - Three (3) through twelve (12) inch DBH

i. The Contractor shall remove the trees greater than three (3) inches and up to twelve (12) inches in diameter (Diameter at breast height - DBH). The trees shall be felled and the stumps shall be cut flush with the ground. All material shall be removed offsite and wood chips shall not be left onsite, unless directed by the TPOC.

e. Brush, Small Tree and Shrub Removal:

i. The Contractor shall remove the brush, trees or shrubs less than three (3) inches in diameter.

(Trees - Diameter at breast height - DBH & Brush/Shrubs - Diameter at ground level). The trees shall be felled and/or shrubs shall be cut down and the stumps shall be cut flush with the ground. All material shall be removed offsite and wood chips shall not be left onsite, unless directed by the TPOC.

f. Tree Pruning/Cabling:

i. The Contractor shall prune trees to remove dead or damaged limbs and to promote tree development and health. Cabling or bracing may be required to redistribute structural stress of branches deemed weak. The trees will range in size and are likely in a precarious position with the likelihood of placing property or infrastructure at risk during the removal. All material shall be removed off site and wood chips shall not be left onsite, unless directed by the TPOC.

g. Fruit Tree Pruning:

i. The Contractor shall prune fruit trees to remove dead or damaged limbs and to promote fruit development. All material shall be removed off site and wood chips shall not be left onsite, unless directed by the TPOC.

h. Hazard Tree Removal:

i. The Contractor shall remove all or part of trees that have become a hazard to personnel, property or infrastructure. The trees will range in size and are likely in a precarious position with the likelihood of placing property or infrastructure at risk during the removal. Whole or partial tress felled shall also be grubbed and the stumps shall be cut flush with the ground. All material shall be removed offsite and wood chips shall not be left onsite.

i. Stump Grinding:

i. The Contractor shall grind stumps approximately six (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. Alternatively, the TPOC may provide fill material to rake the area flat. Area may be required to be seeded and mulched at the discretion of the TPOC.

j. Stump Removal:

i. The Contractor shall completely remove stumps from ground and remove the stump and associated debris from the site. 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. Alternatively, the TPOC may provide fill material to rake the area flat. Area may be required to be seeded and mulched at the discretion of the TPOC.

k. Wood Chipping:

i. The Contractor shall chip trees and limbs with a maximum diameter of six (6) inch. Wood chips shall not be left onsite, unless directed by the TPOC.

l. Forestry Mowing:

i. The Contractor shall fully mow/mulch whole trees and brush up to ten (10) inches in diameter in various terrains and habitat types. Mulched materials shall be left onsite, unless directed by the TPOC.

m. Debris Removal:

i. The Contractor shall load and remove trees, stumps and woody debris from the project site.

All debris shall be removed offsite. The debris will typically be located on rip rap slopes, roadways and debris fields.

n. Chemical Treatment:

i. The Contractor shall apply chemicals for insect and disease management. All chemicals are to be applied in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations and in accordance with State requirements. All applications will be in strict compliance with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.

ii. Chemical Utilization Report: At a minimum, the utilization report shall include the following information:

1) Hours worked by location

2) Chemicals used by location

3) Amount of each chemical applied by location and acres treated.

2. Services -

a. The Contractor shall post all project areas seven (7) days prior to spraying of any chemicals and shall remain for one week after spraying is completed. Signs shall be at least eight and one half by eleven (8 1/2" X 11") inches, weather resistant, with contrasting colors, and posted at all public entrances and other points of access. A maximum of five (5) signs shall be required per location. Required posting language shall be coordinated with the TPOC.

b. The Contractor shall provide a chemical utilization report with the invoice to the TPOC.

c. All equipment provided shall include the appropriate qualified operator, personal protection equipment, and fuel. All labor shall be performed in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.

d. No heavy equipment or machinery will be allowed to drive across riprap slopes, unless approved in writing by the TPOC.

e. No aerial applications shall be permitted.

f. All flagging tape shall be biodegradable.

g. A crew shall consist of a minimum of two (2) persons and one (1) vehicle and associated equipment.

h. Contractor shall move equipment within seven (7) days of the completion of the BPA Call.

Call will not be considered complete until equipment has been removed.

i. The Contractor may include travel time for the Crew for each day the personnel are on site executing the BPA Call requirements. The travel time charge may not exceed two (2) hrs. per workday and may not exceed the travel time form the Contractor's Office/base of operation to the Project Location (Route Trip) included in the BPA Call.

3. Materials and Supplies -

a. Contractor Furnished Materials and Supplies:

As part of the Quote, the Contractor shall furnish a detailed material/supply list required to complete the scope of work. The parts list shall include the unit price and extended price. The parts list shall be detailed enough to allow the TPOC to confirm compliance with the applicable requirements and price reasonableness. The Contractor-Furnished Materials and Supplies shall not exceed $5,000 for each individual BPA Call. The Contractor will be required to provide the detailed list as part of the invoice.

b. Government Furnished Materials and Supplies:

At times it may be advantageous for the Government to provide the materials and supplies (in whole or part) to the Contractor for use. The Government will utilize the detailed material/supply list provided by the Contractor to purchase the materials and supplies outside of the BPA Call.

Under this circumstance, the Government-Furnished Materials and Supplies will not be included in the BPA Call total.

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

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Contract Clauses

FAR Clauses Incorporated by Reference

Number Title Effective Date

Alternate Deviation

Variation Effective Date

52.203-19 Prohibition on Requiring Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements.

2017-01

52.204-13 System for Award Management- Maintenance. (Deviation)

2026-02

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

(Deviation)

2026-02

52.219-6 Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside.

(Deviation)

2026-02

52.222-36 Equal Opportunity for Workers with Disabilities. (Deviation)

2026-02

52.222-41 Service Contract Labor Standards.

(Deviation)

2026-02

52.222-50 Combating Trafficking in Persons.

(Deviation)

2026-02

52.222-55 Minimum Wages for Contractor Workers Under Executive Order 14026. (Deviation)

2026-02

52.222-62 Paid Sick Leave Under Executive Order 13706. (Deviation)

2026-02

52.226-8 Encouraging Contractor Policies to Ban Text Messaging While Driving.

2024-05

52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer- System for Award Management.

2018-10

52.232-40 Providing Accelerated Payments to Small 2023-03

Business Subcontractors.

52.233-3 Protest after Award. (Deviation) 2026-02

52.233-4 Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim. (Deviation)

2026-02

DFARS Clauses Incorporated by Reference

Number Title Effective Date

Alternate Deviation

Variation Effective Date

252.203-7000 Requirements Relating to Compensation of Former DoD Officials.

2011-09

252.203-7002 Requirement to Inform Employees of Whistleblower Rights.

2022-12

252.204-7004 Antiterrorism Awareness Training for Contractors.

2023-01

252.204-7012 Safeguarding Covered Defense Information and Cyber Incident Reporting.

2024-05

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

2023-01

252.204-7020 NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment Requirements.

2023-11

252.223-7008 Prohibition of Hexavalent Chromium. 2023-01

252.225-7001 Buy American and Balance of Payments Program.

2024-02

252.225-7012 Preference for Certain Domestic Commodities.

2022-04

252.225-7056 Prohibition Regarding Business 2023-01

Operations with the Maduro Regime.

252.225-7060 Prohibition on Certain Procurements from the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region.

2023-06

252.232-7003 Electronic Submission of Payment Requests and Receiving Reports.

2018-12

252.232-7010 Levies on Contract Payments. 2006-12

252.245-7005 Management and Reporting of Government Property.

2024-01

252.247-7023 Transportation of Supplies by Sea. 2024-10

FAR Clauses Incorporated by Full Text

Date

Alternate Deviation

Variation Effective Date

52.219-28 Postaward Small Business Program Rerepresentation. (Deviation)

2026-02

Postaward Small Business Program Rerepresentation (Feb 2026) (Deviation)

(a) . As used in this clause-Definitions

Long-term contract means a contract of more than five years in duration, including options.

However, the term does not include contracts that exceed five years in duration because the period of performance has been extended for a cumulative period not to exceed six months under the clause at 52.217-8, Option to Extend Services, or other appropriate authority.

Small business concern-

(1) Means a concern, including its affiliates, that is independently owned and operated, not dominant in its field of operation, and qualified as a small business under the criteria in 13 CFR part 121 and the size standard in paragraph (c) of this clause.

(2) , as used in this definition, means business concerns, one of whom directly or Affiliates indirectly controls or has the power to control the others, or a third party or parties control or have the power to control the others. In determining whether affiliation exists, consideration is given to all appropriate factors including common ownership, common management, and contractual relationships. SBA determines affiliation based on the factors set forth at 13 CFR 121.103.

(b) If the Contractor represented that it was a small business concern, a small disadvantaged business concern, or a joint venture that was any of the small business concerns identified in 19.000(a)(3) prior to award of this contract, the Contractor shall rerepresent its size and socioeconomic status according to paragraph (e) of this clause or, if applicable, paragraph (g) of this clause, upon occurrence of any of the following:

(1) Within 30 days after execution of a novation agreement or within 30 days after modification of the contract to include this clause, if the novation agreement was executed prior to inclusion of this clause in the contract.

(2) Within 30 days after a merger or acquisition that does not require a novation or within 30 days after modification of the contract to include this clause, if the merger or acquisition occurred prior to inclusion of this clause in the contract.

(3) For long-term contracts-

(i) Within 60 to 120 days prior to the end of the fifth year of the contract; and

(ii) Within 60 to 120 days prior to the date specified in the contract for exercising any option thereafter.

(c) The Contractor shall rerepresent its size status in accordance with the size standard in effect at the time of this rerepresentation that corresponds to the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code(s) assigned to this contract. The small business size standard corresponding to this NAICS code(s) can be found at https://www.sba.gov /document/support--table-size-standards.

(d) The small business size standard for a Contractor providing an end item that it does not manufacture, process, or produce itself, for a contract other than a construction or service contract, is 500 employees, or 150 employees for information technology value-added resellers under NAICS code 541519, if the acquisition-

(1) Was set aside for small business and has a value above the simplified acquisition threshold;

(2) Used the HUBZone price evaluation preference regardless of dollar value, unless the Contractor waived the price evaluation preference; or

(3) Was an 8(a), HUBZone, service-disabled veteran-owned, economically disadvantaged women-owned, or women-owned small business set-aside or sole-source award regardless of dollar value.

(e) Except as provided in paragraph (g) of this clause, the Contractor shall make the representation(s) required by paragraph (b) of this clause by validating or updating all its representations in the Representations and Certifications section of the System for Award Management (SAM) and its other data in SAM, as necessary, to ensure that they reflect the Contractor's current status. The Contractor shall notify the contracting officer in writing within the timeframes specified in paragraph (b) of this clause, that the data have been validated or updated, and provide the date of the validation or update.

(f) If the Contractor represented that it was other than a small business concern prior to award of this contract, the Contractor may, but is not required to, take the actions required by paragraphs (e) or (g) of this clause.

(g) If the Contractor does not have representations and certifications in SAM, or does not have a representation in SAM for the NAICS code applicable to this contract, the Contractor is required to complete the following rerepresentation and submit it to the contracting office, along with the contract number and the date on which the rerepresentation was completed:

(1) The Contractor represents that it is, is not a small business concern under NAICS Code assigned to contract number .561730 W912WJ26PXXXX

(2) [Complete only if the Contractor represented itself as a small business concern in .] The Contractor represents that it is, is not, a small paragraph (g)(1) of this clause disadvantaged business concern as defined in .13 CFR 124.1001

(3) . Women-owned small business (WOSB) joint venture eligible under the WOSB Program The Contractor represents that it is, is not a joint venture that complies with the requirements of 13 CFR 127.506(a) through (c). [ The Contractor shall enter the name and unique ____ entity identifier of each party to the joint venture: __.]

(4) . Economically disadvantaged women-owned small business (EDWOSB) joint venture The Contractor represents that it is, is not a joint venture that complies with the requirements of 13 CFR 127.506(a) through (c).