Toilet Pumping Statement Of Work_Benson.docx
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- Superior National Forest Vault Toilet Pumping
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- 12444526Q0021
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Department of Agriculture Forest Service
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This is a Statement of Work (SOW) for vault toilet pumping services at the Superior National Forest in Northeastern Minnesota. The contractor shall provide all necessary management, supervision, labor, personnel, transportation, materials, equipment, and supplies to pump out and properly dispose of human waste from vault toilets located at multiple recreation sites, trailheads, campgrounds, Wilderness entry points, and administrative sites across the Forest. Services are required at numerous locations in the East and West zones, including areas near Aurora, Virginia, Cook, Crane Lake, Echo Trail, Ely, Fernberg Trail, Isabella, Tofte, Grand Marais, and the Gunflint Trail. Most vault toilets are 1,000-gallon capacity, though some vary in size.
The work shall be performed on a call-when-needed basis within a reasonably expected timeframe, primarily during the snow-free season from May through the end of November, though some vaults require year-round pumping. Contractor operations are permitted Monday through Sunday between 7 am and 7 pm, with coordination required with the local ranger district office for vault access. The contractor must designate a qualified representative with authority over daily contract operations and notify the Contracting Officer of any personnel changes. All work must comply with federal, state, and local laws and regulations, as well as all applicable Federal and State safety requirements. No additional fees may be charged for work performed on Federal Holidays. A prework conference will be scheduled prior to contract commencement to discuss terms, requirements, and schedule.
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| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Questions 12444526Q0021.docx | DOCX document | |
| WZ Vault Toilet Pumping Location Maps.docx | DOCX document | |
| Location Maps_SNF EZ Recreation Vault Toilet Pumping SOW.docx | DOCX document | |
| 2026 EZ Recreation Vault Toilet Schedule of Items.pdf | ||
| Sol_12444526Q0021.pdf | ||
| 2026 WZ Schedule of Toilet Pumping Bid Items.pdf |
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Superior National Forest Vault Toilet Pumping Statement of Work Background The Superior National Forest has a need for regular call-when-needed Vault Toilet pumping services at recreation sites, trailheads, campgrounds, Wilderness entry points, and other administrative sites across the Forest. Most of the services are required during the snow-free season during peak recreation times, but some vaults may require pumping in the winter months. The Superior is a highly visited National Forest and all of the sites listed in the schedule of items receive regular use and a steady amount of pumping. Many of these toilet vaults are 1,000-gallon vaults, but some are larger or smaller. Please refer to the schedule of items for any specific information related to these toilets.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
1.0 Description of Services
The contractor shall provide all management, supervision, labor, personnel, transportation, materials, equipment, and supplies, except as otherwise specified, necessary to provide services at various vault toilets on the Superior National Forest located at various sites around the areas near Aurora, Virginia, Cook, Crane Lake, Echo Trail, Ely, Fernberg Trail, Isabella, Tofte, Grand Marais, and the Gunflint Trail. All work shall be performed in accordance with this statement of work (SOW) and all federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
2.0 Location and Descriptions:
This project is located at various locations within the Superior National Forest in Northeastern Minnesota. Vault toilet locations are numerous across each Ranger District as shown in the attached maps.
3.0 Performance Period
See Schedule of Items for details.
4.0 Prework Conference
Prior to commencement of work, the Contracting Officer (CO) or the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) will schedule a meeting with the contractor to discuss the contract terms, work requirements and schedule. At the conference, the Contractor shall designate, in writing, the name and phone number of the Contractor’s representative and their contract responsibilities and authority
5.0 Contractor Representative
Provide a contract representative who will oversee the performance of the work specified in this contract. Designate in writing to the CO, the name of the contract representative and an alternate(s) who shall have the authority to act for the Contractor on all contract matters relating to daily operation of this contract. Notify the CO/ COR in advance of any subsequent change of personnel in this position. Replacement personnel shall have the same level or better experience as the person being replaced.
6.0 Government-Furnished Items:
None.
7.0 Hours of Operation
The contractor may pump out the toilet vaults Monday-Sunday between the hours of 7 am and 7 pm, unless stated otherwise. Coordination with the local ranger district office will be needed for access to the vaults.
8.0 Federal Holidays
Nothing in this contract shall restrict the work of the Contractor on Federal Holidays. No additional fees may be charged for work on Federal Holidays if the Contractor chooses to pump out the toilets on those dates.
9.0 Bio-Based Cleaning Products
Not applicable
10.0 Qualifications of Contractor or Employees:
The Contractor and his/her employees shall be capable and experienced in the type of work mentioned below in Section 12.0 Work Items.
11.0 Safety and General Requirements
The Contractor shall comply with all Federal and State safety requirements for the type of work to be performed.
12.0 Work Items:
Work shall consist of pumping out and properly disposing of the human waste from one or more of the toilet vaults. Vault pumping will be done through a call-when-needed basis within a reasonably expected timeframe. Most vaults will be pumped from May through the end of November, but some are year-round. See Schedule of Items for more details.
Superior National Forest East Zone Vault Toilet Pumping General Area Maps Tofte Ranger District- Isabella Area
Tofte and Gunflint Ranger Districts-Northwest of Grand Marais, MN
Gunflint Ranger District- Gunflint Trail North of Grand Marais, MN
· Approximate general locations of vault toilets (not exact) Superior National Forest West Zone Vault Toilet Pumping General Area Maps LaCroix Ranger District – Crane Lake and western Echo Trail Areas
Laurentian Ranger District- North of Virginia, MN
Laurentian Ranger District- East of Hoyt Lakes, MN
Kawishiwi Ranger District- Eastern Echo Trail and around Ely, MN
Kawishiwi Ranger District- Southeast of Ely, MN
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