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MICHAEL STROUD 270 798-7822

NOTE: In sealed bid solicitations "offer" and "offeror" mean "bid" and "bidder".

10. THE GOVERNMENT REQUIRES PERFORMANCE OF THE WORK DESCRIBED IN THESE DOCUMENTS

NEGOTIATED

16-Mar-2023

(RFP)

(IFB)

CALL:

B. TELEPHONE NO. (Include area code) (NO COLLECT CALLS)

See Item 7

2. TYPE OF SOLICITATION

SEALED BID

3. DATE ISSUED

9. FOR INFORMATION A. NAME

SOLICITATION

NSN 7540-01-155-3212 1442-101 STANDARD FORM 1442 (REV. 4-85)

Prescribed by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.236-1(e)

11. The Contractor shall begin performance w ithin _______ calendar days and complete it w ithin ________ calendar days after receiving aw ard, X notice to proceed. This performance period is X mandatory, negotiable. (See _________________________

12 A. THE CONTRACTOR MUST FURNISH ANY REQUIRED PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT BONDS?

(If "YES," indicate within how many calendar days after award in Item 12B.)

X YES NO

13. ADDITIONAL SOLICITATION REQUIREMENTS:

A. Sealed offers in original and __________1 copies to perform the w ork required are due at the place specified in Item 8 by ___________ local time ______________14 Apr 2023 (date). If this is a sealed bid solicitation, offers must be publicly opened at that time.

shall be marked to show the offeror's name and address, the solicitation number, and the date and time offers are due.

B. An offer guarantee X is, is not required.

C. All offers are subject to the (1) w ork requirements, and (2) other provisions and clauses incorporated in the solicitation in full text or by reference.

D. Offers providing less than _______60 calendar days for Government acceptance after the date offers are due w ill not be considered and w ill be rejected.

SOLICITATION, OFFER,

AND AWARD

(Construction, Alteration, or Repair)

1. SOLICITATION NO.

IMPORTANT - The "offer" section on the reverse must be fully completed by offeror.

4. CONTRACT NO.

7. ISSUED BY CODE

MICC - FORT CAMPBELL

BLDG 6923 38TH AND DESERT STORM

FORT CAMPBELL KY 42223

W91248

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Sealed envelopes containing offers

5. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUEST NO. 6. PROJECT NO.

8. ADDRESS OFFER TO (If Other Than Item 7)

FAX:TEL: (270)412-1865 TEL: FAX:

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20B. SIGNATURE

(REV. 4-85)STANDARD FORM 1442 BACK

TO SIGN

NSN 7540-01-155-3212

SOLICITATION, OFFER, AND AWARD (Continued) (Construction, Alteration, or Repair)

CODE FACILITY CODE

17. The offeror agrees to perform the w ork required at the prices specif ied below in strict accordance w ith the terms of this solicitation, if this offer is accepted by the Government in w riting w ithin ________ calendar days after the date offers are due.

the minimum requirements stated in Item 13D. Failure to insert any number means the offeror accepts the minimum in Item 13D.)

AMOUNTS SEE SCHEDULE OF PRICES

18. The offeror agrees to furnish any required performance and payment bonds.

19. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF AMENDMENTS

(The offeror acknowledges receipt of amendments to the solicitation -- give number and date of each)

AMENDMENT NO.

DATE

20A. NAME AND TITLE OF PERSON AUTHORIZED TO SIGN

OFFER (Type or print)

AWARD (To be completed by Government)

21. ITEMS ACCEPTED:

22. AMOUNT 23. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA

24. SUBMIT INVOICES TO ADDRESS SHOWN IN ITEM

(4 copies unless otherwise specified)

CODE

(Insert any number equal to or greater than

20C. OFFER DATE

25. OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION PURSUANT TO

10 U.S.C. 2304(c) 41 U.S.C. 253(c)

CODE27. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY:26. ADMINISTERED BY

(Include ZIP Code)14. NAME AND ADDRESS OF OFFEROR 15. TELEPHONE NO. (Include area code)

See Item 14

(Include only if different than Item 14)16. REMITTANCE ADDRESS

30B. SIGNATURE

29. AWARD (Contractor is not required to sign this document.)

document and return _______ copies to issuing office.) Contractor agrees Your of f er on this solicitation, is hereby accepted as to the items listed. This award con-to f urnish and deliv er all items or perf orm all work, requisitions identif ied summates the contract, which consists of (a) the Gov ernment solicitation and on this f orm and any continuation sheets f or the consideration stated in this y our of f er, and (b) this contract award. No f urther contractual document is contract. The rights and obligations of the parties to this contract shall be necessary .

gov erned by (a) this contract award, (b) the solicitation, and (c) the clauses, representations, certif ications, and specif ications or incorporated by ref er-ence in or attached to this contract.

30A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTOR OR PERSON AUTHORIZED 31A. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

30C. DATE

(Type or print)

TEL: EMAIL:

31B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 31C. AWARD DATE

BY

CONTRACTING OFFICER WILL COMPLETE ITEM 28 OR 29 AS APPLICABLE

(Contractor is required to sign this28. NEGOTIATED AGREEMENT

(M ust be fully completed by offeror)OFFER

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Section B - Supplies or Services and Prices

ITEM NO SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

0001 1 Job Railroad Repair 5 Year Ordering Period

FFP

The contractor shall provide all labor, equipment, materials, and supervision necessary to perform Railroad Maintenance and Repair of Fort Campbell's On-Post and Off-Post Rail System. Work shall be performed in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contract, Statement of Work, Specifications, and Drawings as required in any resulting Task Order.

Individual Task Orders will be issued on a Firm Fixed Price basis.

FOB: Destination

PSC CD: Z1LB

NET AMT

CONTRACT MINIMUM/MAXIMUM QUANTITY AND CONTRACT VALUE

The minimum quantity and contract value for all orders issued against this contract shall not be less than the minimum quantity and contract value stated in the following table. The maximum quantity and contract value for all orders issued against this contract shall not exceed the maximum quantity and contract value stated in the following table.

MINIMUM

QUANTITY

MINIMUM

AMOUNT

MAXIMUM

QUANTITY

MAXIMUM

AMOUNT

$100.00 $11,000,000.00

DELIVERY/TASK ORDER MINIMUM/MAXIMUM QUANTITY AND ORDER VALUE

The minimum quantity and order value for each Delivery/Task Order issued shall not be less than the minimum quantity and order value stated in the following table. The maximum quantity and order value for each Delivery/Task Order issued shall not exceed the maximum quantity and order value stated in the following table.

MINIMUM

QUANTITY

MINIMUM

AMOUNT

MAXIMUM

QUANTITY

MAXIMUM

$100.00 $2,000,000.00

CLIN MINIMUM/MAXIMUM QUANTITY AND CLIN VALUE

The minimum quantity(s) and CLIN value(s) for all orders issued against the CLIN(s) on this contract shall not be less than the minimum quantity(s) and CLIN value(s) stated in the following table. The maximum quantity(s) and CLIN value(s) for all orders issued against the CLIN(s) on this contract shall not exceed the maximum quantity(s) and CLIN value(s) stated in the following table.

CLIN

QUANTITY

MINIMUM

AMOUNT

MAXIMUM

QUANTITY

MAXIMUM

0001 $100.00 $11,000,000.00

CLIN DELIVERY/TASK ORDER MINIMUM/MAXIMUM QUANTITY AND CLIN ORDER VALUE

The minimum quantity and order value for the given Delivery/Task Order issued for this CLIN shall not be less than the minimum quantity and order value stated in the following table. The maximum quantity and order value for the given Delivery/Task Order issued for this CLIN shall not exceed the maximum quantity and order value stated in the following table.

CLIN

QUANTITY

MINIMUM

AMOUNT

MAXIMUM

QUANTITY

MAXIMUM

$100.00

$2,000,000.00

Section C - Descriptions and Specifications

REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE OF ON-POST AND OFF-POST RAIL SYSTEM

FORT CAMPBELL, KENTUCKY

PROJECT NUMBER FE221362J

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS INDEX

SECTION DESCRIPTION

01010 TECHNICAL PROVISIONS

02114 MECHANICAL WEED AND BRUSH CONTROL AND CLEARING OF TIMBER

02114A MECHANICAL WEED AND BRUSH CONTROL USING HI-RAIL AERIAL LIFT BRUSH

CUTTING EQUIPMENT PART

02115 CHEMICAL VEGETATION CONTROL

02210 RAILROAD DITCH AND EMBANKMENT REPAIR

02450 RAILROADS

SECTION 01010

TECHNICAL PROVISIONS AND GENERAL CONDITIONS

1. SCOPE: The extent of the rail system at Fort Campbell includes on and off post tracks. All the track and right-of-way owned by Fort Campbell as of 1 January 2001 is included in this requirement. The Government anticipates 50% of this work will occur in Kentucky and the remaining 50% in Tennessee. Individual Task Orders (TO) will define actual work requirements.

1.1 MAINTENANCE: As needs are determined by the Government, a TO for maintenance will be issued. The Contractor will be required to perform the maintenance on items as stated on the TO. The Government anticipates it will order maintenance functions on a regular basis.

1.2 REPAIR: Repair of existing trackage other than maintenance will be procured as needed basis. As the need becomes apparent, the Government will issue a TO with specific work required defined in the TO.

2. WORK REQUIREMENTS: The work includes providing necessary labor, transportation, materials, supplies, equipment, and supervision to perform maintenance and repairs on railroad trackage. The work is to be performed in accordance with these specifications and the directions in the issued TOs.

2.1 The work of this Contract includes, but is not limited to: selective replacement of track sections, and/or individual pieces of the track in large or small quantity; control of the vegetation on the track and within the track right-of-way; repair of the ballast; maintenance of the track components (i.e., switches, signals, crossings, signage, turnouts, etc.); general track improvements (i.e., surfacing, aligning, tie replacements, etc.), and other items incidental to the work specifically described in the specifications.

2.2 The limits, location, and extent of the work will be included in the TOs. The Contractor must be prepared to execute the volume and type of work requested in the TO (within limits of this Contract) at any location specified in the TO (within limits of the Post owned trackage and right-of-way). The on-Post trackage is approximately 20 miles of mixed track. On-Post track to include sections of track that once were connected to the system; but, are now segmentalized. These segments will be indicated by GPS coordinates instead of stations. The off-Post track, including the Hopkinsville switch area, is approximately 21 miles of mostly mainline track.

2.3 The Contractor must accept payment with a government purchase card.

3. OTHER CONTRACTS: During the performance period of this Contract, other contracts may be in force for the construction of other features of work on or adjacent to the site of work. In addition, members of the Military or Civilian workforce may be performing work or occupying facilities on or adjacent to the area. The Contractor shall schedule and perform work so as to fully cooperate with all contractors and Government agencies.

4. LOCATION: The work shall be located at Fort Campbell, KY to include the Government owned track areas in both Clarksville, TN and Oak Grove, KY from Fort Campbell to Hopkinsville, KY. The extent of the rail system at Fort Campbell includes on and off post tracks. Exact location of work will be specified on individual TOs.

5. DEFINITIONS

5.1 Contracting Officer (KO): The Contracting Officer is a person with the authority to enter into, administer, and/or terminate contracts.

5.2 Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR): The Government employee designated by the KO to monitor Contractor performance.

5.3 Contractor: Refers to both the prime Contractor and any subcontractors. The Contractor will be responsible for ensuring that Subcontractors comply with the provisions of this Contract.

5.4 For Information Only (FIO): Applicable to deliverables. Deliverables designated as “FIO” require submission to the Government, but do not require the Government’s approval.

5.5 Government Approval (GA): Applicable to deliverables. Deliverables designated as “GA” require submission to the Government for review and approval.

5.6 Quality Assurance (QA): The method used by the Government to provide some measure of control over the quality of purchased goods and services received.

5.7 Quality Control (QC): A method used by the Contractor to control the quality of goods and or services provided.

5.8 Quality Control Representative (QCR): A person designated by the Contractor to monitor and control the quality of purchased goods and services received. The designated person shall not be the job site superintendent, crew leader, equipment operator, laborer, mechanic, or other person engaged in the work.

5.9 Track Foot (TF): Represents each linear ft. of completed track composed of ties, rails, ballast, etc.

5.10 Where “as shown”, “as indicated”, “as detailed”, or words of similar import are used, it shall be understood that reference is made to the drawings accompanying this specification or TO unless stated otherwise.

5.11 Where “as directed”, “as required”, “as permitted”, “approval”, “acceptance”, or words of similar import are used, it shall be understood that direction, requirement, permission, approval, or acceptance of the KO is required unless stated otherwise.

5.12 ACRONYMS

AC Acre AR Army Regulation CMP Corrugated Metal Pipe CY Cubic Yard DOD Department of Defense EA Each FAR Federal Acquisition Regulation LBS/YD Pounds per Yard LF Linear Foot OTM Other Track Material PR Pair POC Point of Contact QASP Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan RR Railroad SOW Statement of Work TE Technical Exhibit TEMP Temporary TN Ton UAC Unauthorized Commitment UOM Unit of Measure

6. SPECIAL CONDITIONS

6.1 The Contractor is responsible for knowledge of and compliance with all environmental laws, regulations, and programs of this installation, the County, State and Federal agencies that relate to or may arise under the performance of this Contract. Included, but not limited to compliance with the Fort Campbell, Kentucky, Environmental Protection Program by compliance with applicable standards for the prevention, control and abatement of environmental pollution in full cooperation with the Installation, Federal, State, and local Governments.

6.1.1 Penalty charges resulting from citations against Department of Defense, Department of the Army, or Fort Campbell, Kentucky, or its agents, officers, or employees due to the Contractor's failure to comply with environmental laws, regulations, and programs, that relate to or may arise under the performance of this Contract may be deducted or set-off by the Government from any monies due the Contractor, and with respect to such citations, the Contractor will further take any corrective or remedial action as required by applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Such actions shall be at no cost to the Government.

6.2 Conduct & Dress: Workers shall be properly attired at all times. Full-length pants (no shorts), shirts (tee-shirt minimum), and proper shoes (no flip-flops, thongs, or open-toed sandals) are required. Department of the Army Smoking Policy (AR 1-8) shall be observed. Smoking shall be permitted in designated areas only. Smoking allowed outside as long as butts, wrappers, packages, etc., are policed daily. The Contractor shall ensure that all lunch and break-time debris are contained, removed from the site at the end of each period, and properly disposed of. Profanity is strictly forbidden.

6.2.1 Identification Badges: The contractor shall require – and shall require of all subcontractors and suppliers -that all employees satisfy and comply with all installation security requirements in order to gain access to the installation; included, but not limited to background checks, ID Card management, and maintaining and providing access rosters. The requirements include furnishing identification cards or badges, with picture, to all employees. The card/badge shall include employee’s name, company name, a minimum of 3 1/4” by 2” and be of a design approved by the Contracting Officer. Card/badge shall be submitted for approval within 30 days of contract award. Employees shall be required to display the identification badge at all times within the boundaries of this installation. The Contractor shall return – and shall require that all subcontractors and suppliers return - all government access documents upon the termination of the contract. Failure to comply with these requirements may compromise the security and safety of the installation.

6.2.2 All contractor employees, to include subcontractor employees, requiring access Army installations, facilities and controlled access areas shall complete AT Level I awareness training within 10 calendar days after contract start date or effective date of incorporation of this requirement into the contract, whichever is applicable and annually thereafter. The contractor shall submit certificates of completion for each affected contractor employee and subcontractor employee, to the COR or to the contracting officer, if a COR is not assigned, within five (5) calendar days after completion of training by all employees and subcontractor personnel. AT level I awareness training is available at the following website: http://jko.jten.mil.

6.2.3 iWATCH Training: This standard language is for contractor employees with an area of performance within an Army controlled installation, facility or area. The contractor and all associated sub-contractors shall brief all employees on the local iWATCH program (training standards provided by the requiring activity ATO).

This local developed training will be used to inform employees of the types of behavior to watch for and instruct employees to report suspicious activity to the COR. This training shall be completed within 30 calendar days of contract award and within 15 calendar days of new employees commencing performance.

Deliverable: iWatch Training Certificates, FIO

6.2.4 In accordance with AR 530-1 Operations Security, the contractor employees must complete Level I OPSEC Awareness training. This training shall be completed within 30 calendar days of contract award. New employees must be trained within 10 calendar days of their reporting for duty and annually thereafter. OPSEC Awareness for contractors is available at the following website:

https://securityawareness.usalearning.gov/opsec/index.htm.

Deliverable: OPSEC Training Certificates, FIO

6.2.5 All contractor employees, to include subcontractor employees, requiring access to Army installations and facilities shall complete Anti-Terrorism (AT) Level I awareness training within 30 calendar days following contract award and within 15 calendar days of new employees being hired. Training shall again be completed on an annual basis thereafter. The contractor shall submit certificates of completion for each contractor employee and subcontractor employee to the COR.

Deliverable: AT Level I Training Certificates, FIO

6.3 All debris, tools, supplies, etc., shall be removed or stored in such a manner as not to interfere with the use of the area. The work site(s) shall be cleaned-up on a daily basis. This refers to the removal of daily trash, debris, or items posing a safety or environmental risk, not the removal of used ties, rails, or other scrap material. However, it does refer to the requirement to relocate any tie, rail, or other material to a minimum distance of 10 feet from the edge of the ties.

6.4 Demolition and construction debris shall be disposed of properly as indicated on each TO. Disposal may be at the Government landfill, borrow pit or other approved locations. Used rail ties shall be disposed of by the contractor off the installation and shall be included as part of the cost of replacement.

6.5 Except as may be otherwise specified, all work shall be performed during the normal working hours between 7:30 A.M. to 4:00 P.M., Monday through Friday. Deviations to this schedule must be coordinated with, and approved by, the COR.

6.6 Vehicles: Contractor shall comply with AR 190-5 and CAM Regulation 190-5. Only necessary company operational vehicles shall be driven to project site. All privately owned vehicles shall be parked at Contractor's storage area. Streets and driveways shall be left free at all times.

6.7 Contractor shall be required to adhere to a 2 hour emergency response time in the event that an emergency repair is needed. The following items will require this emergency response time:

6.7.1 Railroad Signal Failure: An emergency response from the Contractor will be required for any crossing signal malfunction /failure.

6.7.2 Defect which prohibits train movement: Any track defect that has been classified as Non-Operational and prohibits train movement, will require an emergency response for repairs.

7. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES

7.1 If hazardous chemicals or POL (Petroleum Oil Lubricant) spills occur at the job site the Fire Department and then the DPW Environmental Division shall be notified immediately.

7.1.1 Spills Responsibility: The Contractor shall be solely responsible for spills, which occur as the result of the action of its agents and personnel during the performance of this contract. When possible, emergency response to prevent eminent danger to human health and the environment will be provided by the Fort Campbell Fire Department. The Contractor shall clean such spills to the satisfaction of the Government and in a manner that complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The cleanup shall be at no cost to the Government.

7.2 No liquids or hazardous waste created or used during construction of the facility shall be deposited in the landfill. Disposal of such waste shall be done in accordance with environmental regulations. Manifests for disposal must be coordinated through the DPW Environmental Division.

7.3 The Emergency Planning and Community Right-To-Know Act (EPCRA) requires that site specific information concerning hazardous chemicals use and releases be provided. The Contractor is required to maintain an inventory of hazardous materials. This inventory will be provided to DPW Environmental Division prior to receipt of final payment.

7.3.1 Inventories of hazardous substances listed in the Act shall include quantities received, amount used, and quantities turned in for disposal. The amount that is not accounted for will be considered as quantities released to the environment. Based on this new requirement it is imperative that strict inventory controls be placed on hazardous substances that are being used on Fort Campbell. Questions in reference to the EPCRA can be directed to the Pollution Prevention Branch, Environmental Division, telephone 270-798-9767. The contractor shall submit a list of hazardous substances to the Government at least 10 days prior to bringing such materials onsite. Reference TE #9.

Deliverable: Hazardous Substance Inventory, GA

7.4 Contractor’s Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plan: The SPCC Plan shall include: list of responsible persons; emergency spill equipment on hand; list of hazardous materials and quantity normally at hand;

material safety data (MSD) sheets; spill response and notification procedures; and location map or layout. For further information or guidelines in order to prepare a SPCC Plan, contact the Environmental Division at 270-798- 9767. The Contractor shall not start any work until the SPCC Plan is accepted. If the Contractor does not require a plan, the Contractor shall apply to the Contracting Officer for an exception to this requirement. The contractor shall submit their SPCC Plan within 30 days following contract award.

Deliverable: SPCC Plan, GA

7.5 Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP): Any construction performed under this Contract which disturbs 1 acre or greater of soil or any smaller site which will have an erosion control impact on Fort Campbell must be accompanied by a SWPPP. A SWPPP can be applied for through the DPW Environmental Division. In addition, for sites which do not require a SWPPP, the Contractor shall use all Best Management Practices (BMPs) to ensure no sediment leaves construction areas. Contractor shall ensure erosion control measures are installed and maintained to prevent such sediment from leaving the site. When applicable, the contractor shall provide their SWPPP at least 10 prior to work starting.

Deliverable: SWPPP Plan, GA

7.6 The Contractor shall be responsible for:

7.6.1 Full compliance with environmental laws and regulations.

7.6.2 Knowledge of and conformance with operational controls for activities that can cause significant environmental impacts.

7.6.3 Employee awareness of the actual or potential environmental impacts associated with their work.

7.6.4 Employee awareness of the potential consequences of departures from specified procedures. EMS information is posted on the Fort Campbell internet at:

http://www.campbell.army.mil/envdiv/SustainabilityMenu.htm.

8. SCHEDULE OF WORK: The Contractor shall coordinate all work and scheduling with the COR at least 10 days prior to work beginning.

Deliverable: Work Schedule, GA

9. SUBMITTALS AND SAMPLES: Submittals shall be provided for materials indicated on the drawings or specified herein. The submittals can also be submitted electronically when applicable. If the Contractor chooses items or equipment other than ones referenced in the Contract documents, the Contractor shall submit illustrations, schedules, performance charts, instructions, brochures, diagrams and other information for the proposed "equal" to those referenced. These materials will be used for comparison purposes in determining the acceptability of the "equal" unit. The KO reserves the right to request samples of "or equal" items when the information submitted for comparison is inadequate in determining acceptability. The Contractor is required to obtain approval for all items, regardless of whether identical to the ones referenced in the Contract documents or a substituted "equal".

10. QUALITY CONTROL PLAN

10.1 General: The Contractor shall furnish for approval by the Government, not later than 15 days after receipt of Notice of Award, the Contractor Quality Control (CQC) Plan with which the Contractor proposes to implement the requirements of the contract. The plan shall identify personnel, procedures, instructions, records, and forms to be used. If the Contractor fails to submit an acceptable QC plan within the time herein prescribed, the COR may refuse to allow construction to start if an acceptable interim plan is not furnished.

Deliverable: Quality Control Plan, GA

10.2 The Quality Control Plan shall include, as a minimum, the following:

10.2.1 A description of the quality control organization, including chart showing lines of authority and acknowledge that the CQC staff shall conduct the phase inspections for all aspects of the work specified and shall report to the project manager or someone higher in the contractor's organization.

10.2.2 The name, qualifications, duties, responsibilities, and authorities of each person assigned a QC function.

10.2.3 A copy of the letter to the QC manager signed by an authorized official of the firm, which describes the responsibilities and delegates the authorities of the QC manager, shall be furnished.

10.2.4 Procedures for scheduling and managing submittals, including those of subcontractors, offset fabricators, suppliers and purchasing agents.

10.2.5 Reporting procedures including proposed reporting formats.

10.3 Acceptance of Plan: Acceptance of the Contractor's plan is required prior to the start of construction.

Acceptance is conditional and will be predicated on satisfactory performance during the construction. The Government reserves the right to require the Contractor to make changes in the CQC plan and operations as necessary to obtain the quality specified.

10.4 Notification of Changes: After acceptance of the QC plan, the Contractor shall notify the KO in writing of any proposed change. Proposed changes are subject to acceptance by KO.

10.5 Quality Control Organization:

10.5.1 CQC System Manager: The Contractor shall identify an individual, within his organization at the site of the work, who shall be responsible for overall management of CQC and have the authority to act in all CQC matters for the Contractor.

10.5.2 Personnel: A staff shall be maintained under the direction of the system manager to perform all QC activities. The actual strength of the staff during any specific work period may vary to cover work phase needs, shifts, and rates of placement. The personnel of this staff shall be fully qualified by experience and technical training to perform their assigned responsibilities and shall be directly hired by and work for the Contractor.

10.5.3 Submittals: Submittals shall be as specified in the SPECIAL PROVISIONS entitled REQUIRED MATERIAL SUBMITTALS and this section. The CQC Organization shall be responsible for certifying that all submittals are in compliance with Contract requirements.

10.5.4 Control: Contractor Quality Control is the means by which the Contractor assures himself that his construction complies with the requirements of the contract plans and specifications. The controls shall be adequate to cover all construction operations, including both onsite and offsite fabrication, and will be keyed to the proposed construction sequence. The controls shall include at least three (3) phases of inspection for all definitive features of work as follows:

10.5.4.1 Preparatory Inspection: This shall be performed prior to beginning any work on any definable feature of work. It shall include a review of contract requirements; a check to assure that all materials and/or equipment have been tested, submitted and approved; a check to assure that provisions have been made to provide required control testing examination of the work area to ascertain that all preliminary work has been completed; and a physical examination of materials, equipment, and sample work to assure that they conform to approved shop drawings or submittal data and that all materials and/or equipment are on hand. The COR shall be notified at least 72 hours in advance of the preparatory inspection and such inspection shall be made a matter of record in the Contractor's Quality Control documentation as required below. Subsequent to the preparatory inspection and prior to commencement of work, the Contractor shall instruct each applicable worker as to the acceptable level of workmanship required in the CQC plan in order to meet Contract specifications.

10.5.4.2 Initial Inspection: This shall be performed as soon as a representative portion of the particular feature of work has been accomplished and shall include examination of the quality of workmanship and a review of control testing for compliance with Contract requirements, use of defective or damaged materials, omissions, and dimensional requirements. The COR shall be notified at least 24 hours in advance of the initial inspection and such inspection shall be made a matter of record in the CQC documentation as required below.

10.5.4.3 Follow-up Inspections: These shall be performed daily to assure continuing compliance with Contract requirements, including control testing, until completion of the particular feature of work. Such inspections shall be made a matter of record in the CQC documentation as required below. Final follow up inspections shall be conducted and test deficiencies corrected prior to the addition of new features of work.

10.6 Inspection: At the completion of all work or any increment thereof established by the Government, or stated elsewhere in the specifications, the CQC System Manager shall conduct a completion inspection of the work and develop a punch list of items which do not conform to the approved plans and specifications. Such a list shall be included in the CQC documentation and shall include the estimated date by which the deficiencies will be corrected.

The CQC System Manager or his staff shall make a second completion inspection to ascertain that all deficiencies have been corrected and so notify the COR . The completion inspection and any deficiency corrections required by this paragraph will be accomplished within the time stated for completion of the entire work or any particular increment thereof if the project is divided into increments by separate completion dates.

10.7 DOCUMENTATION

10.7.1 The Contractor shall maintain current records of quality control operations, activities, and tests performed including the work of suppliers and subcontractors. These records shall be on an acceptable form and indicate a description of trades working on the project, the numbers of personnel working, the weather conditions encountered, any delays encountered, and acknowledgment of deficiencies noted along with the corrective actions taken on current and previous deficiencies. These records shall include factual evidence that required activities or tests have been performed, including but not limited to the following:

10.7.1.1 Type and number of control activities and test involved.

10.7.1.2 Results of control activities or tests.

10.7.1.3 Nature of defects, causes for rejection and similar actions.

10.7.1.4 Proposed remedial action.

10.7.1.5 Corrective actions taken.

10.7.2 These records shall cover both conforming and defective or deficient features and shall include a statement that supplies and materials incorporated in the work comply with the contract. Legible copies of these records shall be furnished to the COR daily.

10.7.3 Notification of Noncompliance: The COR will notify the Contractor of any noncompliance with the foregoing requirements. The Contractor shall, after receipt of such notice, immediately take corrective action.

Such notice, when delivered to the Contractor or his representative at the site of the work, shall be deemed sufficient for the purpose of notification. If the Contractor fails or refuses to comply promptly, the KO may issue an order stopping all or part of the work until satisfactory corrective action has been taken. No part of the time lost due to any such stop work orders shall be made the subject of claim for extension of time or for excess costs or damages by the Contractor.

11. DRAWINGS: Drawings, as necessary, will be issued with each individual TO and will become a part of the specification upon issuance. Drawings are the property of the Government and shall not be used for any purpose other than that contemplated by the TO.

11.1 The Contractor shall review all drawings and TOs upon issuance immediately upon their receipt and shall promptly notify the Contracting Officer of any discrepancies. Dimensions marked on all drawings shall, generally, be followed in preference to scale drawings. The Contractor shall compare all drawings and TOs and verify the description, quantities, or dimensions before laying out the work. The contractor shall notify the COR of any discrepancy promptly.

11.2 Drawings, TOs, or specifications may contain an inaccurate or incomplete description of details of work which are manifestly necessary to carry out their intent. Said omissions of the drawings and specifications, which are customarily performed, shall not relieve the Contractor from performance. Work shall be performed as if fully and correctly set forth and described in the drawings, TOs, and, specifications.

12. GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

12.1 The Government reserves the right to furnish any material, in conjunction with the performance of a TO, in lieu of purchasing those accessories from the Contractor.

12.2 TOs will identify individual tasks and items ordered by the Government. As such, any material furnished by the Government will be identified on individual TOs.

12.3 The Contractor shall be responsible for the pick-up and delivery of any Government-furnished materials. The locations for Government-furnished material include stock control areas, reusable materials at the work site, material stored along the track not accessible by road, and road accessible sites.

13. GOVERNMENT RAILROAD SUPPORT

13.1 The Government will not provide railroad equipment or operating crews in support of the contractor’s work requirements. The Government will provide support in movement of government controlled railcars to allow contractor access to repair sites.

13.2 Locomotive and train crew utilized in support of undercutting operations or other special service will be dedicated for that work.

14. CONTRACTOR-FURNISHED MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT: Except as identified in individual TOs, the Contractor is responsible for the provision of all materials and equipment necessary in the performance of this contract.

15. MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT TO BE SALVAGED: The handling of materials and equipment, designated to be salvaged, is not separately priced and shall be performed by the Contractor.

15.1 The contractors work site shall be kept clean of all debris not associated with the work. This shall include items such as beverage cans, food wrappers or containers, banding, packaging (cardboard or wood), replaced equipment parts, service containers (oil cans), and other materials.

16. UNIT PRICES: Each item will be measured by the unit listed in the Bid Schedule. Materials must be actually used or installed in the completed work. No measurement will be made for wasted materials or materials used for the convenience of the Contractor. The quantities determined will be paid for at their respective unit prices as shown in the Bid Schedule. This payment will constitute full compensation for furnishing materials, equipment, and labor and incidentals necessary to complete the work required, and for removing and properly disposing of replaced materials. Any required work or materials, such as lubricants and creosote, which are not listed on the Bid Schedule, shall be considered subsidiary to the items listed, and their cost shall be included in the costs for the listed items.

17. REFERENCES: The publications listed below form a part of these specifications to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to in the text by basic designation only.

17.1 AMERICAN RAILWAY ENGINEERING AND MAINTENANCE OF WAY ASSOCIATION (AREMA)

AREMA MRE (2004) Manual for Railway Engineering

17.2 AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR TESTING AND MATERIALS (ASTM)

17.2.1 ASTM A 325 (2004b) Structural Bolts, Steel, Heat Treated, 120/105 ksi Minimum Tensile Strength

17.2.2 ASTM A 490 (2004a) Heat-Treated Steel Structural Bolts, 150 ksi Minimum Tensile Strength

17.2.3 ASTM C 88 (1999a) Soundness of Aggregates by Use of Sodium Sulfate or Magnesium Sulfate

17.2.4 ASTM C 117 (2004) Materials Finer Than 75 micrometer (No. 200) Sieve in Mineral Aggregates by Washing

17.2.5 ASTM C 127 (2004) Specific Gravity and Absorption of Coarse Aggregate

17.2.6 ASTM C 131 (2003) Resistance to Degradation of Small-Size Coarse Aggregate by Abrasion and Impact in the Los Angeles Machine

17.2.7 ASTM C 136 (2005) Sieve Analysis of Fine and Coarse Aggregates

17.2.8 ASTM C 142 (1997; R 2004) Clay Lumps and Friable Particles in Aggregates

17.2.9 ASTM C 535 (2003e1) Resistance to Degradation of Large-Size Coarse Aggregate by Abrasion And Impact in the Los Angeles Machine

17.2.10 ASTM C 702 (1998; R 2003) Reducing Samples of Aggregate to Testing Size ASTM D 75 (2003) Sampling Aggregates

17.2.11 ASTM D 217 (2002) Cone Penetration of Lubricating Grease

17.2.12 ASTM D 445 (2004) Kinematic Viscosity of Transparent and Opaque Liquids (the Calculation of Dynamic Viscosity)

17.2.13 ASTM D 566 (2002) Dropping Point of Lubricating Grease

17.2.14 ASTM D 1310 (2001) Flash Point and Fire Point of Liquids by Tag Open-Cup Apparatus

17.2.15 ASTM D 1557 (2002e1) Laboratory Compaction Characteristics of Soil Using Modified Effort (56,000 ft.- lbf/cu. ft. (2,700 kN-m/cu. m.))

17.2.16 ASTM D 3740 (2004) Minimum Requirements for Agencies Engaged in the Testing and/or Inspection of Soil and Rock as Used in Engineering Design and Construction

17.2.17 ASTM D 4791 (1999) Flat or Elongated Particles in Coarse Aggregate

17.2.18 ASTM E 11 (2004) Wire-Cloth Sieves for Testing Purposes AMERICAN WELDING SOCIETY

(AWS)

17.3 American Welding Society (AWS) D1.1 (2004) Structural Welding Code - Steel

17.4 AMERICAN WOOD-PRESERVERS' ASSOCIATION (AWPA)

17.4.1 AWPA C6 (1999) Cross Ties and Switch Ties Preservative Treatment by Pressure Processes

17.4.2 AWPA M2 (2001) Standard for Inspection of Treated Timber Products AWPA M6 (1996) Brands Used on Forest Products

17.4.3 AWPA P2 (2001) Standard for Creosote Solutions

17.5 CODE OF FEDERAL REGULATION (CFR)

17.5.1 CFR 46 PART 234 Signal Tests and Inspections

17.5.2 CFR 49 SUBPART 214.523 Hi-Rail Vehicles

17.6 FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION (FHWA) SA-89-006 (1988) Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) for Streets and Highways

17.7 Technical Manual (TM) 4-14.21 Rail Safety

17.8 UNIFIED FACILITIES GUIDE SPECIFICATIONS (UFGS) 02761N (October 2001) Pavement Markings

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SECTION 02114

MECHANICAL WEED AND BRUSH CONTROL AND CLEARING OF TIMBER

1. GENERAL

1.1 DEFINITIONS

1.1.1 Mechanical: Includes methods involving the use of hand tools, such as brush hooks, axes, and scythes, as well as all types of power equipment.

1.1.2 Control: Control shall consist of the trimming of overhanging tree limbs and cutting of sapling trees, brush and weeds along the right-of-way and the collecting and satisfactory disposal of the material generated by cutting and trimming and any additional material such as downed timber and snags occurring in the areas to be controlled. The area of Fort Campbell that encompasses our railroad has environmental events such as wind, tornadoes, and ice/snow events, et al. that often results in downed timber. Contractor shall take into account these storm events and the fact that existing trees can be large and their removal is included.

1.1.3 Sapling Trees: Sapling trees shall be no greater than 6 inches in diameter when measured at the ground surface.

1.1.4 Timber: The line of demarcation between sapling trees and timber, for the purpose of distinguishing clearing requirements, is that timber, as used, will be considered as that woody growth not falling within the limits of sapling trees.

1.2 Control of Right-of-Way Vegetation: Control will be measured in acres of control actually performed.

2. RESERVED

3. EXECUTION

3.1 RIGHT-OF-WAY VEGETATION CONTROL: Timber, sapling trees, brush and weeds in areas to be controlled shall be cut off flush with the ground surface, except such trees and vegetation as may be indicated or directed to be left standing. Tree limbs, which over hang the track, shall be trimmed to provide a minimum of 9 feet free clearance from the centerline of the track and 23 feet free clearance above the track. Additional horizontal clearing to meet clearance standards set by the States of Kentucky and Tennessee at the grade crossings shall also be performed.

Areas of drainage channels, bridge piers, culvert headwalls and other structures associated with the railroad shall also be cleared for a distance of 9 feet. Weed and brush control for drainage channels shall extend to the limits of the right of way. Refuse resulting from the cutting operation and other material defined in paragraph 1.2. shall be disposed as described in paragraph 3.2.

3.2 DISPOSAL OF MATERIALS: All materials resulting from the execution of the "Control of Right-of-Way Vegetation" operations shall be disposed of outside the limits of Government-controlled land unless approved by the COR. Brush resulting from mowing or trimming operations shall not be left in roadways, side of drainage ditches, any water, sewer, or power line right of ways, or any mowed areas. Upon completion, the area 20 horizontal feet and 23 vertical feet on both sides of rail centerline shall be free and clear of interfering vegetation up to 8 inches in diameter. These materials are defined in SECTION 1.2 above. The Contractor shall not be allowed to burn refuse.

These materials shall become the property and disposal responsibility of the Contractor. Disposal of refuse and debris and any accidental loss or damage attendant thereto shall be the Contractor's responsibility. Damage to the roadbed, ballast, or track from clearing operations shall be repaired immediately. The material cleared shall be completely removed from Government property. The Government reserves the right to allow material to be mulched and spread in the surrounding area immediately adjacent to where clearing operations are occurring. In no circumstances will mulched material be allowed in the ballasted area or drainage ditches.

3.3 SALVAGED MATERIALS: All materials which the government has determined to be salvageable items shall be transported to a designated location on Fort Campbell. Location shall be designated by the COR. Any materials not considered salvageable by the government shall be disposed of by the contractor.

4. RESERVED

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SECTION 02114A

MECHANICAL WEED AND BRUSH CONTROL USING HI-RAIL AERIAL LIFT BRUSH CUTTING

EQUIPMENT PART

1.1.1 Mechanical: Uprooting of trees and stumps by bulldozer or similar operations will not be permitted.

Trimming by means of an elevated power blade, which travels the perimeter of the cutting line and vertically saws limbs, will be permitted provided that it does not result in a ragged or torn appearance. This includes methods involving the use of specialized hi-rail aerial lift and brush cutting equipment including side mowing devices. Also includes the use of hand tools, such as brush hooks, axes, and scythes, as well as all types of power equipment for areas vulnerable to damage by the heavy equipment.

1.1.2 Control: Control shall consist of the trimming over hanging tree limbs and cutting of sapling trees, brush and weeds along the right-of-way using specialized hi-rail aerial lift and brush cutting equipment and the satisfactory breakdown of the material generated by cutting and trimming and additional material such as downed timber and snags in the areas to be controlled. The area of Fort Campbell that encompasses our railroad has environmental events such as wind, tornadoes, and ice/snow events, et al. that often results in downed timber. These events often have snags, leaners, and situations that require the use Hi-Rail aerial lift brush cutting equipment.

1.1.3 Limits of Cutting: Right of way vegetation shall be cut back 20 horizontal feet from rail centerline and 23 vertical feet measured from the top of rail. All tree limbs, brush, and weeds that are 6 inches in diameter or less shall be removed using the methods referenced in paragraph 1.2.1.

1.1.4 Degree of Cutting/Cleanup: All debris from the job shall be removed from the railroad ballast area. Brush resulting from mowing or trimming operations shall not be left in roadways, side of drainage ditches, any water, sewer, or power line right of ways, or any mowed areas. Upon completion, the area 20 horizontal feet and 23 vertical feet on both sides of rail centerline shall be free and clear of interfering vegetation up to 8 inches in diameter.

1.2 Control of Right-of-Way Vegetation Using Hi-Rail Brush Cutting Equipment: Control will be measured in track feet (T.F.) of control actually performed.

2. RESERVED

3. EXECUTION

3.1 RIGHT-OF-WAY VEGETATION CONTROL: Timber, sapling trees, brush and weeds in areas to be controlled shall be cut off flush with the ground surface, except such trees and vegetation as may be indicated or directed to be left standing. Tree limbs, which over hang the track, shall be trimmed to provide a minimum of 20 feet free clearance from the centerline of the track and 23 feet free clearance above the track on both sides. Additional horizontal clearing to meet clearance standards set by the States of Kentucky and Tennessee at the grade crossings shall also be performed. The refuse resulting from the cutting operation and other material defined in paragraph

1.2.2. shall be disposed as described in paragraph 3.2.

3.2 DISPOSAL OF MATERIALS: All materials resulting from the execution of the "Control of Right-of-Way Vegetation" operations shall be broken down in order to prevent large pieces of debris from interfering with the immediate ballast area. These materials are defined in paragraph 1.2.2 above. The Contractor shall not be allowed to burn refuse. In the event of having debris which cannot be broken down to a satisfactory size which will not interfere with the immediate ballast area, the Contractor may dispose of debris at the Woodlawn Road Construction Debris Landfill at Fort Campbell. Disposal of refuse and debris and any accidental loss or damage attendant thereto shall be the Contractor's responsibility. Damage to the roadbed, ballast, or track from clearing operations shall be repaired immediately. The material cleared shall be completely removed from Government property. The Government reserves the right to allow material to be mulched and spread in the surrounding area immediately adjacent to where clearing operations are occurring. In no circumstances will mulched material be allowed in the ballasted area or drainage ditches.

SALVAGED MATERIALS: All materials which the Government has determined to be salvageable items shall be transported to a designated location on Fort Campbell. Location shall be designated by the COR. Any materials not considered salvageable by the Government shall be disposed of by the contractor.

4. RESERVED

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SECTION 02115

CHEMICAL VEGETATION CONTROL

1. GENERAL

1.1 RESERVED

1.2 The work of this section shall consist of two (2) parts. The intent to provide proper train clearance and operator visibility.

1.2.1 The treatment of the ballast section of the track with soil sterilant chemicals with intent of vegetation eradication.

1.2.2 The treatment of the right- of-way (20 feet from the track centerline) to both sides of the track with vegetation control chemicals.

1.3 Ballast Section Soil Sterilant Application: The measurement for the acceptable application of the chemicals necessary to eradicate the growth of vegetation in the ballast section shall be the lineal ft. of track.

Application shall be made over the entire ballast section of the track.