Attachment A of the PWS 17 Dec 2019.pdf

Attachment A of the PWS

JBLM Grounds Maintenance

17 December 2019

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.0 General Information .…………………………………………………………………………1

1.1 Overview………………….…………………………………………………………...1

2.0 Description of Services…………………………………………………………………

2.1 Scope………………………………..…………………………………………………1

2.2 Improved Areas………………………………………………………………………………..3

2.2.1 Mowing……………………………………………………………………………...3

2.2.2 Edging……………………………………………………………………………….3

2.2.3 Trimming……………………………………………………………………………4

2.2.4 Debris………………………………………………………………………………..4

2.2.5 Weed and Fertilized High Visibility Improved Grounds……………………………4

2.2.6 Planter/Rock Beds…………………………………………………………………...4

2.2.7 Leaves and Storm Debris High Visibility Improved Grounds………………………5

2.2.8 Storm Water Features……………………………………………………………….5

2.2.9 Leaves and Storm Debris……………………………………………………………5

2.2.10 Mulch………………………………………………………………………………5

2.2.11 Weed and Fertilized Improved Grounds…………………………………………...5

2.2.12 Lawn Renovation-Repair Damaged Grass Areas………………………………….6

2.2.13 Tree Maintenance………………………………………………………………….6

2.2.14 Hedge and Shrub Maintenance…………………………………………………….8

2.2.15 Special/Additional Services………………………………………………………..9

2.3 Common Areas………………………………………………………………………..9

2.4 Fire Breaks…………………………………………………………………………...12

2.5 Invoicing and Reports………………………………………………………………..12

3.0 Work Capability Level...……………………………………………………………..13

1.0 General Information.

1.1 Overview. The Contractor shall inspect, service, maintain, and landscape grounds of Joint Base Lewis-McChord. See Technical Exhibits 1-7 and Work Capability Levels. The contractor shall provide commercially established grounds maintenance services in three classifications:

improved, semi-improved (common areas), and fire break areas on JBLM. These services include mowing, trimming, edging of lawns and vegetation, servicing planter beds and storm water features, prune trees and shrubs, repair lawns, pickup and diversion of green debris and leaves, weed control and seasonal lawn treatment, storm clean-up and special/additional services.

2.0 Description of Services.

2.1 Scope. The contractor shall service Improved, Semi-improved (common areas), and Fire Break Grounds as identified in this Attachment. JBLM operates under the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 14001, Environmental Management System. The contractor’s service delivery shall conform to the JBLM Environmental Policy (http://www.lewis- McChord.army.mil/publicworks/sustainability/EMS/environ_policy.html), environmental laws, and JBLM regulations so that JBLM may remain in compliance with ANSI and ISO 14001. In addition, contracting officials should review and conform to EMS-235 at http://www.lewis-mcchord.army.mil/publicworks/sustainability/EMS/tierII/EMS235.pdf JBLM EMS conforms to the criteria defined in the international standard, ISO 14001:2004 Environmental management systems – Requirements with guidance for use. In accordance with EMS procedures, the contractor shall be familiar with the JBLM environmental policy and shall ensure that this information is considered and incorporated into this project. Additional information regarding the JBLM EMS is available from the installation EMS Coordinator (253-966-6470). An environmental awareness training resource is available to the contractor at http://www.lewis-mcchord.army.mil/publicworks/sustainability/EMS/EnvTraining.aspx.

The contractor’s service delivery shall:

(1) Support compliance with grounds-related requirements in the most current Unified Facilities Criteria 1-200-02 and Assistant Secretary of the Army for Installations, Energy, and Environment (ASA IE&E) Sustainable Design and Development (SDD) Policy [e.g., potable water use reduction via plant selection, xeriscaping, soil health and structure, etc], as feasible given other requirements under this contract.

http://www.asaie.army.mil/Public/ES/doc/SDD%20Policy.pdf.

(2) Conform to Guidance for Federal Agencies on Sustainable Practices for Designed Landscape, as applicable and feasible given other requirements under this contract.

https://www.sustainability.gov/pdfs/sustainable_landscaping_practices.pdf

(3) Ensure plantings support federal and Department of Defense pollinator protection policy, in coordination with DPW Fish and Wildlife Program https://www.fs.fed.us/wildflowers/pollinators/BMPs/.

http://www.lewis-mcchord.army.mil/publicworks/sustainability/EMS/environ_policy.html http://www.lewis-mcchord.army.mil/publicworks/sustainability/EMS/environ_policy.html http://www.lewis-mcchord.army.mil/publicworks/sustainability/EMS/tierII/EMS235.pdf http://www.lewis-mcchord.army.mil/publicworks/sustainability/EMS/tierII/EMS235.pdf http://www.lewis-mcchord.army.mil/publicworks/sustainability/EMS/EnvTraining.aspx http://www.lewis-mcchord.army.mil/publicworks/sustainability/EMS/EnvTraining.aspx http://www.asaie.army.mil/Public/ES/doc/SDD%20Policy.pdf https://www.sustainability.gov/pdfs/sustainable_landscaping_practices.pdf https://www.fs.fed.us/wildflowers/pollinators/BMPs/ http://www.denix.osd.mil/nr/legislationandpolicy/lawsandstatutes/sikesact/policyandguidance/do d-policy-to-use-pollinator-friendly-management-prescriptions-2014/ http://www.pollinator.org/PDFs/PacificLowlandrx8.pdf

(4) Ensure products and service conform to federal sustainable acquisition laws and Executive Order requirements (see also Part 23 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation) https://sftool.gov/greenprocurement https://www.epa.gov/greenerproducts https://www.epa.gov/sites/production/files/2015-09/documents/finaleppguidance.pdf

(5) Ensure the amount of hazardous and toxic materials used and/or stored are minimized to the maximum extent practicable; that all pest control operations conform to Department of Defense requirements and the JBLM Integrated Pest Management Plan (IPMP) and are coordinated with and approved by the Installation Pest Management Coordinator (IPMC); and that all hazardous materials are authorized by the JBLM Pollution Prevention Program prior to use or storage on

JBLM.

(6) Divert waste to the maximum extent practicable. This includes recycling of packaging, empty containers, etc, and composting of green waste (usually via transport and drop off at the JBLM Earthworks composting facility or state approved recycling center).

2.2 Improved Areas

2.2.1 Mowing. The contractor shall mow improved grounds to look well-manicured by mowing grass when it reaches a height of 4 inches and mow it to a height of 2 inches. The contractor shall be required to pick up leaves and debris, natural and manmade, prior to mowing any improved area. This service shall include removal of twigs, leaves and branches from adjacent sidewalks, building entrances, outdoor sport courts, parking lots and driveways. Responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to, the removal and disposal of all natural debris, (i.e,-tree limbs, dry brush, leaves, rodent habitats, dead animals) and divert all material to the JBLM Earthworks (Eco-Park) located on Steilacoom-DuPont Road or a state approved recycling center. See TE 7.

Debris shall not be run over with mowing equipment. All lawn areas within the improved areas shall be mowed or trimmed by the Contractor according to the standards listed in this Attachment and all areas where the ground is covered with vegetation of any type. Paved areas and walkways shall be free of lawn clippings/debris the same day the service is performed. Mulch mowing is preferred, but the Contractor shall remove visible grass clippings after mowing, before leaving work area. The lawn shall be uniform in appearance, free of skips, gaps, rutting, scalping, look clean, neat, and professional appearance.

2.2.2 Edging. The Contractor shall edge perimeters of landscaped beds, mulched areas, sidewalks, driveways, street edges, curbs, and other concrete (except against asphalt edges) located in the improved areas to present a neat appearance. Edging includes the removal of all grass or weeds sprouting from sidewalks, pavement, curb and gutter joints. Grass, vegetation and ground cover shall be trimmed to no more than ½-inch from the surface edge, maintaining an even contour with the edged surface, uniform in appearance and free of scalping, rutting, and uneven or rough cutting. The use of post-emergent herbicides by the Contractor, for edging purposes, is limited to http://www.denix.osd.mil/nr/legislationandpolicy/lawsandstatutes/sikesact/policyandguidance/dod-policy-to-use-pollinator-friendly-management-prescriptions-2014/ http://www.denix.osd.mil/nr/legislationandpolicy/lawsandstatutes/sikesact/policyandguidance/dod-policy-to-use-pollinator-friendly-management-prescriptions-2014/ http://www.pollinator.org/PDFs/PacificLowlandrx8.pdf https://sftool.gov/greenprocurement https://www.epa.gov/greenerproducts https://www.epa.gov/sites/production/files/2015-09/documents/finaleppguidance.pdf grass/weeds in cracks and shall not be used to edge the entire area. The Contractor shall remove all edging debris the same day that edging is performed.

2.2.3 Trimming. The Contractor shall trim grass and weeds around trees, shrubs, buildings, fences, poles, posts, fire hydrants, parking lot bumpers, boulders, and all other fixed objects that project above the ground. The contractor shall remove all woody encroachment growing through, over and at the base of the fences. Trimming shall also include removal of all vegetation from cracks in sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, curbs and gutter joints. The contractor shall trim groundcover away from sidewalk/curb edges to control excessive growth. The use of herbicides by the Contractor shall be limited to post-emergent crack grass/weeds in cracks and the base perimeter fence line. The vegetation shall be trimmed to the same height as the adjacent mowed grass. Trimming work shall be performed concurrently with mowing operations, but may be required separately if vegetation growth exceeds standards. Grass, vegetation and ground cover shall be trimmed to no more than ½-inch from the surface edge, maintaining an even contour with the edged surface, uniform in appearance and free of scalping, rutting, and uneven or rough cutting.

The Contractor shall repair any damages to trees and shrubs caused by trimming. If a plant damaged by trimming dies or becomes unhealthy, the Contractor shall replace the damaged plant with a plant of the same size and type at no additional cost, to the Government. Plant replacement shall be performed within 15 days of the date the Contractor is notified to replace the plant. The Contractor shall remove all trimming debris from sidewalks and driveways the same day that trimming is performed.

2.2.4 Debris. The contractor shall perform daily patrols and pick up limbs/branches on improved grounds. This service shall include removal of limbs/branches from adjacent sidewalks, building entrances, outdoor sport courts, parking lots and driveways.

2.2.5 Weed and Fertilize High-Visibility Improved Grounds. The contractor shall implement a weed eradication program on high-visibility improved grounds. The contractor shall identify and perform pest/weed control during performance of grounds maintenance services. The Contractor shall apply commercial fertilizer, herbicide or other soil amendments on high-visibility improved grounds at a sufficient rate to sustain a healthy green lawn and control excessive weed infestation.

Approved products shall be applied in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendation. The contractor shall not allow weed infestation in lawns to exceed 5% to maintain a professional appearance and shall restore grounds made barren where weeds are removed to the level of care of the surrounding area at no additional cost to the Government. Pesticide/herbicide application shall be limited to improved grounds identified on TE 1-5.

2.2.6 Planter/Rock Beds. The contractor shall keep beds free of all grass, weeds, involuntary seed growth and natural/manmade debris without removing or stripping existing mulch to reveal bare dirt. Contractor will use least evasive method and care to ensure mulch, dirt and rocks remain in beds during service and are not thrown into the street, grass etc. from equipment. Contractor will completely remove blackberry bushes, poison hemlock and scotch broom, including roots. The Contractor shall edge/trim grounds cover in beds to present a well-manicured appearance by having perimeters displayed by a neat and visible line at the interface of surrounding grassy areas.

Service shall also include removal of all vegetation from cracks in sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, curbs and gutter joints. Pre and post-emergent herbicide for weed control is authorized by the contractor, but areas must be approved by the COR/ACOR prior to herbicide application.

2.2.7 Leaves and Storm Debris High-Visibility Grounds. The contractor shall remove leaves and storm debris from high-visibility improved grounds to present a neat and unsullied appearance.

Leaves and storm debris shall not be run over with mowing equipment. The contractor shall remove leaves/storm debris from sidewalks, building entrances, outdoor sport courts, parking lots and driveways. Fallen leaves and storm debris shall be removed from high-visibility improved grounds areas indicated in TE 1-5.

2.2.8 Storm Water Features. All storm water features that consist of grass will be maintained to improved grounds standards. See paragraph 2.2-2.2.4. The contractor shall service all other storm water features by cutting or trimming vegetation to a height of 6 inches when the majority of the vegetation reaches a height of 12 inches. Contractor will completely remove blackberry bushes, poison hemlock and scotch broom, including roots. To keep plant growth to environmental standards, Contractor will only trim or cut plants/vegetation identified by COR/ACOR. Service shall also include removal of all vegetation from cracks in sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, curbs, curb cutouts and gutter joints. Curb cutouts will be free of limbs, undesirable vegetation, silt, and trash to prevent erosion and ensure the continuous flow of water is unimpeded. Grass, vegetation and ground cover shall be trimmed to no more than 1 inch from the surface edge, maintaining an even contour with the edged surface, uniform in appearance and free of scalping, rutting, and uneven or rough cutting. The Contractor shall remove all debris the same day that services are performed.

2.2.9 Leaves and Storm Debris. The contractor shall remove leaves and storm debris from grounds to present a neat and unsullied appearance. Leaves and storm debris shall not be run over with mowing equipment. This service shall include removal of leaves storm debris from sidewalks, building entrances, outdoor sport courts, parking lots and driveways. Fallen leaves and storm debris shall be removed from grounds indicated in TE 1-5. The contractor shall not proceed with work until receiving written authorization from the COR/ACOR. Pricing for this unscheduled service will be by the acre and completed within 72 hours after services are ordered.

2.2.10 Mulch. The Contractor shall refresh landscaped beds by removing all existing mulch/dirt to grade level and replace with a brown, medium grade, mulch that contains no factory dyes or preservatives, to the depth of 1.5 inches. Contractor will remove all vegetation/plants not engineered for the area or vegetation/plants identified by COR/ACOR during mulch removal process. Contractor shall ensure that mulch meets federal requirements.

https://sftool.gov/greenprocurement/green-products/6/landscaping-products/0. Pricing for this unscheduled service will be by the quarter acre (1210 square yards) and completed within 5 days after services are ordered.

2.2.11 Weed and Fertilizer on Improved Grounds. The Contractor shall follow manufacturer’s directions and apply commercial fertilizer, herbicide or other soil amendments on improved grounds to eliminate excessive weed infestation or to improve health of lawn. The contractor shall not proceed with work until receiving written authorization from the COR/ACOR. Pricing for this https://sftool.gov/greenprocurement/green-products/6/landscaping-products/0 unscheduled service will be by the acre and completed within 5 days after services are ordered.

Pesticide/herbicide application shall be limited to improved grounds identified on TE 1-5.

2.2.12 Lawn Renovation-Repair Damaged Grass Areas. The contractor shall use either compost or natural fertilizers to replace natural nutrients to the landscape that have been removed. Ensure fertilizers and compost comply with federal requirements (https://sftool.gov/greenprocurement/green-products/6/landscaping-products/0). The contractor shall loosen sub-grade to a minimum depth of three (3) inches; remove stones larger than one (1) inch in any dimension, sticks, roots, rubbish, and other extraneous matter; and shall legally be diverted off-installation. No disturbance should occur within any tree's root zone, which is considered an area one-third larger than the drip line area of this zone, including digging. The contractor shall spread a topsoil mix or compost to a depth to meet finish grades after light rolling and natural settlement. The contractor may be issued JBLM Earthworks compost product, as available, by contacting the Earthworks staff at (253) 967-3803. The topsoil mixture shall contain between three (3) percent and five (5) percent organic matter for turf areas; shall be free of weeds, herbicides, petroleum-based materials, any other deleterious materials, rocks, and debris; shall have a pH balance between 5.5 and 8.0 on a scale of zero to 14; and 100 percent of the topsoil shall pass through a ¾ inch screen, less than 25 percent shall pass through a #200 sieve wash. The contractor shall grade planting areas to a smooth, uniform surface plane with loose, uniformly fine texture within plus or minus ½ inch of finish elevation and roll-rake, remove ridges, and fill depressions to meet finish grades. The contractor shall sow seed with spreader or seeding machine at equal quantities in two directions at right angles to each other at the rate of 3 to 4 pounds (lbs)/1000 square feet (sq. ft). The contractor shall rake seed lightly onto top 1/8 inch of topsoil, roll lightly, and water with fine spray. The contractor shall not proceed with work until receiving written authorization from the COR/ACOR. Pricing for this service will be by the square yard. Contractor shall complete within 5 days after services are ordered.

2.2.13 Tree Maintenance

2.2.13.1 Service/Maintain Trees. The Contractor shall be responsible for pruning trees identified by the Government within the JBLM cantonment area. See TE 1-5. Trees shall be pruned away from buildings, fences, sidewalks, curbs, street lights, fire hydrants, under windows, around ground lighting to allow light usage for its intended purpose or raise the canopy to improve appearance and promote growth under tree. When urgent tree pruning is required, the Contractor shall accomplish pruning within 24 hours of notification by the COR/ACOR.

Pruning shall be accomplished IAW ANSI A300 (Part 1)-2001, Tree, Shrub, and Other Woody Plant Management – Standard Practices (Pruning) and ANSI Z133.1-2006, Arboricultural Operations – Pruning, Trimming, Repairing, Maintaining, and Removing Trees and Cutting Brush – Safety Requirements, or the most current approved update. The contractor shall use these established industry standards to:

Clean: Selective pruning to remove one or more of the following parts, dead, diseased and/or broken limbs.

https://sftool.gov/greenprocurement/green-products/6/landscaping-products/0

Raise: Raising the canopy to promote growth and allow for equipment maneuverability/safety. Selective pruning of limbs with a minimum clearance of 14 feet over streets, parking lots, and driveways; 8’ feet over walk areas; 4’ feet over buildings and 3 feet from buildings/streetlights.

The contractor shall accomplish tree pruning only through issuance of a task order from the KO and authorization from the COR/ACOR. Contractor will have 5 days after notification to complete the service.

2.2.13.2 Tree and Stump Removal. The contractor shall only cut down trees identified by the COR/ACOR. The contractor shall fell, cut, and drop trees in a direction that will not strike surrounding trees, buildings, or infrastructure(s). The contractor shall remove all timber generated from the performance of this task from project sight. The contractor shall remove the stump and perimeter roots by completely cutting and grinding all growth to a minimum of 8 inches below grade. The contractor shall grind the stumps and roots within five working days of the tree removal date. The contractor shall remove all chips and debris the same day the contractor performs grinding. The contractor shall repair any holes, depressions, or lawn damage generated by the removal of the trees and stump(s) IAW Para 2.2.12. The ground will be even with existing finished grade when service is complete. The contractor shall only accomplish tree and stump removal through coordination with COR/ACOR. When urgent tree and stump removal is required, the Contractor shall accomplish the action within 24 hours of notification by the COR/ACOR. Logs, stumps, roots, brush, limbs and other organic based debris from the clearing and grubbing of land, except for salable timber, shall be diverted from landfill disposal when economically possible. Landfill disposal shall be the last option. Diversion and disposal shall be at the contractor's expense. Point of Contact (POC) at the JBLM Earthworks: Solid Waste Program Manager: 253-966-1801, Solid Waste and Recycling Program support: 253-966- 6452 or 2814 or 967-3803.

Trees identified for removal shall be considered within the following categories: large, medium, small, and sapling, which is determined based on diameter. The diameter of the tree shall be determined by measuring 4.5 feet above the grade. Trees with multiple trunks shall be measured as follows: (1) all trunk diameters measured, (2) the largest trunk diameter shall be recorded, and (3) each remaining trunk diameter shall be halved. All values will then be added together to obtain the final tree diameter.

Tree sizes are described below.

Saplings: Diameter 4.5 inches and smaller.

Small Trees: Diameter greater than 4.5” to less than 24”, remove within five (5) workdays from authorization from the COR/ACOR.

Medium Trees: Diameter 24” to less than 36”, remove within 10 workdays from authorization from the COR/ACOR.

Large Trees: Diameter 36” and above, remove within 10 workdays from authorization from the COR/ACOR.

2.2.13.3 Tree Stump Removal. The contractor shall only remove tree stumps identified by the COR/ACOR. The contractor shall remove the stump and perimeter roots by completely cutting and grinding all growth to a minimum of 8 inches below grade. The contractor shall grind the stumps and roots within ten working days of request. The contractor shall remove all chips and debris the same day the contractor performs grinding. The contractor shall repair any holes, depressions, or lawn damage generated by the removal of the stump(s) IAW Para 2.2.12. The ground will be even with existing finished grade when service is complete. The contractor shall only accomplish stump removal through coordination with COR/ACOR. Logs, stumps, roots, brush, limbs and other organic based debris from the clearing and grubbing of land, except for salable timber, shall be diverted from landfill disposal when economically possible. Landfill disposal shall be the last option. Diversion and disposal shall be at the contractor's expense. On a case by case, pre-coordinated situation; logs, stumps, roots, brush, limbs and other organic based debris may be shredded and left on site or taken to the JBLM approved site or disposed of at a permitted off-site disposal facility at the contractor's expense. Point of Contact (POC) at the JBLM Earthworks: Solid Waste Program Manager: 253-966-1801, Solid Waste and Recycling Program support: 253-966-6452 or 2814 or 967-3803.

2.2.14 Hedge and Shrub Maintenance.

2.2.14.1 Hedge and Shrub Pruning. The contractor shall prune shrubs, hedges or plants identified by the KO or the COR/ACOR. The Contractor shall employ established pruning techniques, to remove dead branches, thin out shrub density, simplify shrub structure, or reduce shrub size. Shrubs and other plants shall be pruned away from buildings, sidewalks curbs, fire hydrants,; under windows, around ground lighting to allow light usage for its intended purpose and shall be pruned to maintain a minimum of six (6) inches clearance from buildings, sidewalks, or other obstructions. The Contractor shall keep areas beneath shrubs and hedges free of all grass, weeds, vegetation, and debris. The Contractor shall remove all pruning debris from beds, lawns, and adjacent paved surfaces before leaving the work area. Contractor will have 5 days after notification to complete the service.

2.2.14.2 Shrubs, Hedges and Plant Removal. The contractor shall remove shrubs, hedges or plants identified by the COR/ACOR. Contractor will determine best removal procedure to prevent damage to surrounding area or facilities. The contractor will obtain a Work Clearance Requests IAW Para 1.5 of the PWS and repair all utilities damaged during shrub/bush removal at no cost to the government and coordinate repair procedures with the COR/ACOR. The contractor shall remove all timber generated from the performance of this task from project site. The contractor shall remove all stumps and perimeter roots by completely cutting and grinding all growth to a minimum of 8 inches below grade. The contractor shall grind or remove the stump and roots within five working days of the removal date. The contractor shall remove all chips and debris the same day the contractor performs grinding. The contractor shall repair any holes, depressions, or lawn damage generated by the removal of the shrubs, hedges or plants IAW Para

2.2.12. The contractor shall accomplish shrub, hedge or plant removal through coordination with COR/ACOR. Contractor will have 5 days after notification to complete the service.

Shrub, Hedge and Plant sizes are described below.

Small Size: Less than three feet in height Medium Size: 3-6 feet in height Large Size: More than 6 feet in height

2.2.15 Special Services. Additional/Special Services. Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Contractor may be required to service locations within the JBLM cantonment area beyond the normal grounds maintenance.

2.2.15.1 Additional Services. Additional services will occur that may require the Contractor to service pre-identified locations within the Improved and Semi-improved (common areas) areas utilizing the normal grounds maintenance tasks listed in this Attachment. Pricing for this unscheduled service will be by the acre and the contractor shall accomplish services within 72 hours of notification by the COR/ACOR. Should the Contractor be required to deviate from its schedule to meet requirements, the Contractor shall do so at no additional cost to the Government.

The Contractor shall be authorized/entitled one (1) additional duty day to return to its normal operations; furthermore, the Contractor shall not be held accountable for any unsatisfactory performance results, on a quality assurance inspection or complaint, due to Government directed schedule change(s), until such point when the Contractor resumes normal operations.

2.2.15.2 Special Services. The contractor will be required to cut, mow or trim overgrowth/excessive vegetation to a height of 7 inches. The COR/ACOR will notify the Contractor as soon as a special service requirement is known and identify areas to the contractor.

Pricing for this unscheduled service will be by the acre and the contractor shall accomplish services within 14 calendar days of notification by the COR/ACOR.

2.3 Service Common Areas. Semi-improved (common areas) Areas. These will generally be areas of the installation used for operational and maintenance purposes. The purpose of the grounds maintenance of the semi-improved (common areas) areas will be predominantly erosion control, dust control, bird control, and clear zone visibility. This will include grassed areas, vegetated areas, trees, and pavements. The work performed in these areas by the contractor shall include mowing, trimming or cutting all vegetation.

2.3.1 Semi-improved (common areas) grounds. Semi-improved (common areas) grounds are areas that include: Airfield Bird Aircraft Strike Hazard (BASH), Weapons Storage Areas (WSA) and areas not identified as improved grounds. See TE 1-5. The contractor shall mow or cut all grassed and vegetative areas within the semi-improved (common areas) areas including fence lines, drainage ditches, swales, and all areas where the ground is covered with grass or vegetation of any type. The contractor shall mow semi-improved (common areas) grounds when it reaches a height of 10 inches and mow it to a height of 4 inches. (Exception: The Airfield, AFTF and WSAs have separate requirements).

2.3.2 Trimming. The contractor shall trim or cut grass and weeds around trees, shrubs, buildings, fences, poles, posts, fire hydrants, parking lot bumpers, boulders, and all other fixed objects that project above the ground. The contractor shall aggressively eliminate weeds and crack grass from joints and cracks on all paved airfield surfaces (runway, taxiways, equipment storage and aircraft parking areas), paved or rocked fuel/munitions storage areas, and utility enclosures. The contractor shall also remove vegetation that extends over the edge of runways, taxiways, parking ramps and equipment storage areas. Coordination with Airfield Management Operations (AMOPS) is required to gain access to the airfield. Eradication of vegetation shall be accomplished by manual or approved chemical means per IPM principles. The removal of weeds and crack grass by burning is not authorized on JBLM. The contractor shall trim or cut the grass/weeds to the same height as the adjacent mowed grass. The contractor shall perform work concurrently with mowing or cutting the adjacent grass and weeds. The contractor shall avoid girdling of trees or plants. The contractor shall repair any damages to trees and shrubs caused by trimming. If a plant damaged by trimming dies or becomes unhealthy, the contractor shall replace the damaged plant with a plant of the same size and type at no additional cost. Plant replacement shall be performed within 15 days of the date the contractor is notified to replace the plant. The contractor shall remove all trimming debris the same day that the contractor performs trimming. Trimming work shall also include removal of all vegetation from cracks in sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, curbs and gutters. The use of pre and post-emergent herbicides by the Contractor, for trimming purposes, is limited grass/weeds in cracks, taxiway, ramp, runway edges, expansion joints and the base-perimeter fence line. The contractor shall trim all woody encroachment growing through, over and at the base of the fence.

2.3.3 Trimming around Airfield Light Fixtures, Navigational Aids and Airfield Facilities. The contractor shall cut vegetation to a height of 4 inches around a 10-foot perimeter from airfield lights, glide slope strobe lights, navigational aids, facilities and other fixed temporary obstacles in designated airfield areas and glide slopes. The use of pre and post-emergent herbicides by the Contractor, for trimming purposes, is limited to grass/weeds in cracks, immediate areas surrounding the light fixtures, the base perimeter fence line and shall not be used to trim the entire area.

2.3.4 Airfield Coordination. The contractor shall coordinate all activities on the airfield by contacting McChord AMOPS located in Building 1172. The contractor shall perform all activities in the Controlled Movement Area (CMA) mowing operations only after obtaining written approval from McChord Airfield Manager and the DPW Pavements Shop located in Building 340 and 342, McChord Field, JBLM. This written approval shall be accomplished within five (5) calendar days of contract award. The contractor shall only cut vegetation when approved by the Airfield Manager and airfield sweepers are operating in conjunction with mowing operations.

2.3.5 Mowing in the Controlled Movement Area (CMA). The contractor shall mow in the airfield CMA at night between the hours of 10:00 PM and 5:00 AM unless written approval authorizing daytime service is granted by AMOPS. The CMA is defined as a 100-foot wide strip of grass on each side parallel to the active runway and shall be mowed when the runway is not in use, free of aircraft and in conjunction with the airfield sweepers. Prior to any mowing, the contractor shall obtain approval of its schedule by the Airfield Manager and the DPW, Horizontal Construction Section in building 340 and 342.

2.3.6 Airfield Communications. The contractor shall be radio-equipped to maintain constant two-way radio contact with the McChord Field Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) and AMOPS.

The contractor shall contact AMOPS prior to entering and upon exiting the confines of the airfield. The contractor shall inform AMOPS of intended location and operation activity. The contractor must obtain permission from ATCT prior to entering CMA. The contractor shall monitor and maintain two-way radio contact and respond immediately to the directions of ATCT when operating in the CMA. Initial and subsequent airfield drivers training shall be accomplished through the McChord Field AMOPS located in Building 1172, McChord Field, JBLM. The Government shall provide all required communication equipment and transceiver frequency information for this contract. The contractor can obtain this equipment/information from the DPW Horizontal Construction section located in Building 340 and 342, McChord Field.

2.3.7 Streaked Horned Lark (STHL) Nesting Area. The STHL is an endangered species. JBLM has acted on minimizing negative effects to breeding STHL adults and young birds that nest on the airfield during the Spring and Summer. The Government is taking the following actions to protect the STHL and at the same time maintain safe airfield operations. To protect the STHL, the entire airfield will be cut to 6 inches before the end of April, immediately prior to the initiation of STHL nesting activity. Grounds will be uniform appearance in all areas, except as described in paragraphs 2.3.1 thru 2.3.9 of this Attachment. The contractor shall buffer the STHL nests by the following requirements as described in the following paragraphs of 2.3.9 until the nesting cycle of 35 days is complete or the nest fails. See TE 1-5 for semi-improved (common areas) airfield locations.

2.3.8 Airfield Coordination for STHL. The contractor shall coordinate all activities on the airfield by contacting AMOPS. The contractor shall perform mowing IAW paragraphs 2.3.1 thru

2.3.9 of this Attachment. The contractor shall not mow in areas where STHL breeding, nesting occurs or exists.

2.3.9 During the spring and summer after the April mowing, airfield vegetation should be mowed when the average height exceeds 14 inches before being mowed or cut back to 7 inches IAW AFI 91-212 Integrated Bird Aircraft Strike Hazard (IBASH) and Air Force Instruction (AFI) 91-202 requirements. When airfield services are required, the contractor shall accomplish services within 22 working days of notification by the COR/ACOR. Pricing for this unscheduled service will be an each item and the contractor shall not proceed with work until receiving written authorization from the COR/ACOR. STHL breeding activity at McChord Field airfield will be monitored through the DPW Environmental and Fish and Wildlife branch. The STHL breeding territories will be delineated and exact nest locations will be determined. AMOPS will possess updated maps depicting the STHL breeding territories, known nest locations, and the status of each known nest. AMOPS will coordinate with and provide the maps to the airfield grounds mower operator. AMOPS will direct mower operators to avoid the STHL territories with indications of active nests. When a nest exists in an area where the vegetation height exceeds 14 inches, a more precise technique such as weed-trimming shall be performed within a buffered area around the nest, the buffer area is within a 50 meter radius around the nest, leaving an untouched buffer area of 10 feet in radius around the nest. The Government may provide a biologist to be present to ensure that weed trimming areas are precisely delineated and that weather conditions are acceptable for weed trimming. Weed or vegetation cutting or trimming may require multiple visits to a specific site to complete the vegetation cutting. The contractor shall only conduct vegetation cutting or trimming when nests have nestlings and when directed by the Airfield Manager. If vegetation cutting is determined to have negative impact on the STHL, other feasible options will be determined. Any time the airfield vegetation dries up between mid-April and the end of September, mowing should cease until the vegetation reaches 14 inches in height. Any requests for changes to the mowing heights occurring between mid- April and the end of September shall be directed to the DPW Environmental and Fish and Wildlife Program staff, the KO and the COR/ACOR for approval prior to performing the mowing. Nests discovered, accidentally disturbed, or destroyed during the mowing operations by the contractor shall be reported to the Airfield Manager and in turn will be reported to DPW Environmental and Fish and Wildlife Program staff. The contractor shall not mark or otherwise demarcate any bird nests found on the ground on the airfield area.

2.3.10 Trimming Weeds in Cracks on Airfield Paved Surfaces. The contractor shall trim or cut weeds and crack grass from joints and cracks on all paved airfield surfaces (runway, taxiways, equipment storage and aircraft parking areas) to include shoulders, paved or rocked fuel/munitions storage areas, and utility enclosures. Coordination with Airfield Management Operations (AMOPS) is required to gain access to the airfield. Eradication of vegetation shall be accomplished by manual or approved chemical means per IPM principles. The removal of weeds and crack grass by burning is not authorized on JBLM. The contractor shall remove all trimming debris the same day that the contractor performs trimming. The use of herbicides by the contractor shall be limited to post-emergent crack grass, taxiway, ramp, runway edges and expansion joints. Pricing for this unscheduled service will be an each item and the contractor shall not proceed with work until receiving written authorization from the COR/ACOR.

2.3.11 Weapons Storage Area (WSA). The contractor shall allow vegetation to grow to the 10 inch height maximum before mowing to 4 inches. Mowing within the WSA(s) shall be coordinated by contacting facility managers located in Buildings 350 and 805.

2.3.12 Fire Pit Training Area. The contractor shall allow vegetation to grow to the 8 inch height maximum before mowing to 4 inches. The contractor shall coordinate mowing within the Fire Pit Training Area by contacting the McChord Field Fire Department located in Building 6 on McChord Field, JBLM.

2.4 Fire Break Areas. Fire break areas are all grounds not classified as improved or semi-improved (common areas) where mowing is to control pests, to provide erosion control, eliminate fire hazards or provide clear visibility. Areas in this classification encompass weapon ranges, training sites, road shoulders in undeveloped areas, lakes, ponds, wetlands, security zones, perimeter fence, landing approach areas and antenna sites. The contractor shall mow or cut fire break grounds twice annually – once during the month of June and once during the month of September. The contractor shall be required to pick up debris, natural and manmade, prior to mowing any fire break area. The contractor shall mow or cut all vegetation in fire break areas to a height of 6 inches with emphasis placed on trimming all woody encroachment growing through, over and at the base of the fence lines. The Contractor shall trim grass and weeds around trees, shrubs, buildings, fences, poles, posts, fire hydrants, parking lot bumpers, boulders, and all other fixed objects that project above the ground. See TE 1-5

2.5 Invoicing and Reports. The contractor shall provide a monthly report of work performed to the COR/ACOR and the KO. The contractor shall submit this consolidated monthly report prior to invoicing and not later than the fifth (5th) working day of the following month in which the contractor performed services. The report shall have a description of all services rendered, total hours worked, pounds of green recycled material, a description of work performed including pesticides/herbicides applied and the locations with all CLIN (Contract Line Item Number) costs included and shall be in Microsoft Office 2007 or compatible program.

3.0 Work Capability Level

Work Capability Level

Capability 3

Tasks Description of Service Performed

Minimum Frequency Standard

Servicing Grass. (Set mower height to 2")

Mowing, Trimming & Edging of Improved Grounds

Grass height minimum 4"

General Policing Remove Debris/Police Grounds

As required to meet standard

Periodic Lawn Treatment Weed and Fertilize High Visibility Grounds

As required to meet standard

Servicing Beds Planter/Rock Beds As required to meet standard Debris Removal Leaves and Storm Debris

High Visibility Grounds As required to meet standard

Servicing Storm Water Features (Set Mower to 6" or

Trim to 6")

Storm Water Features Vegetation height minimum 12"

Debris Removal Leaf and Storm Debris Removal

As Ordered

Mulching Remove/Apply Mulch As Ordered Periodic Lawn Treatment Weed and Fertilize Improved

Grounds As Ordered

Lawn Renovation As Ordered

Shrub Maintenance Shrub Pruning As Ordered Shrub Removal As Ordered

Tree Maintenance Prune Trees As Ordered Tree and Stump Removal As Ordered

Tree Stump Removal As Ordered Servicing Grass Additional Services As Ordered

Servicing Vegetation Special Services As Ordered Servicing Grass. (Set mower height to 4") Mowing of Semi-Improved

(Common) Grounds Grass height minimum 10"

Servicing Airfield (Set mower height to 7")

Mowing of Semi-Improved Grounds (Airfield)

As Ordered

Servicing Airfield Trimming Weeds/Crack Grass, Ramps & Taxiways

As Ordered

Servicing Vegetation (Set mower height to 6")

Mowing Fire Breaks As required to meet standard in June and September