B3_AM_02.pdf

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.

15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print)

30-105-04EXCEPTION TO SF 30

APPROVED BY OIRM 11-84

STANDARD FORM 30 (Rev. 10-83) Prescribed by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

Solicitation W9126G-17-R-0055 is amendent to correct the Performance Work Statement specification 1.2.1.1.5 under Special Requirements for the herbicide performance standard.

The proposal submission date is not extended.

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16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

16C. DATE SIGNED

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(Signature of Contracting Officer)(Signature of person authorized to sign)

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No., Street, County, State and Zip Code) X W9126G-17-R-0055

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

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10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

X The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offer is extended, X is not extended.

Offer must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended by one of the following methods:

(a) By completing Items 8 and 15, and returning 1 copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted;

or (c) By separate letter or telegram which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN

REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by telegram or letter, provided each telegram or letter makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required)

13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS.

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE

CONTRACT ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation date, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(B).

C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not, is required to sign this document and return copies to the issuing office.

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

10A. MOD. OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO. 5. PROJECT NO.(If applicable)

6. ISSUED BY

3. EFFECTIVE DATE

10-Feb-2017

CODE

US ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT, FORT WORTH

ATTN: CESWF-CT

819 TAYLOR ST, ROOM 2A17

FORT WORTH TX 76102-0300

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W9126G-17-R-0055

SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

SECTION SF 1449 - CONTINUATION SHEET

The following have been modified:

PWS

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)

Herbicide Treatment Georgetown and Granger Lakes

Dam Embankments, Rip Rap, Roads, Parking, Paved Edges and Associated Areas

1. GENERAL: This is a non-personal services contract to provide herbicide treatment to embankments, rip rap, roads, parking, paved edges and associated areas of multiple dams and parks. The Government shall not exercise any supervision or control over the contract service providers performing the services herein. Such contract service providers shall be accountable solely to the Contractor who, in turn, is responsible to the Government.

1.1 Description of Services/Introduction: The Contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, supplies, transportation, tools, materials, travel, supervision, and other items and non-personal services necessary to perform herbicide applications at Georgetown and Granger Lakes as defined in this Performance Work Statement (PWS) and attached park maps. The Contractor shall be required to perform within the standards of this contract.

1.2. Scope: The objective of these services shall be the eradication or abatement of undesirable identified species as described herein. All licensing, permits, herbicide mixtures applied during the execution of these services shall be submitted to the COR for approval prior to use. Contractor is responsible for proper application under this contract, per the Manufacturer’s label instructions and meet all local, state, and federal regulations. Work under this contract requires the following applications:

a. Paved Edges Herbicide Application

b. Road and Parking Area Herbicide Application

c. Recreational Area Herbicide Application

d. General Area Herbicide Application

1.2.1. Application Requirements: Contractor shall select the chemicals proven to achieve the results as specified in section 1.9.1 attachment 1- “Performance Requirements Summary” and in accordance with all portions of this PWS. Designated areas shall be treated using the required mixture and must contain chemicals labeled for use near water as defined by the licensing authority and application rates per the Manufacturer’s label to achieve results for the target species. The use of an approved dye (visual indicator) shall be used on all applications to verify 100% coverage of the designated area. Any maps provided as attachments in this contract for park and embankment areas will contain all required herbicide application areas for their associated contract line items (0001AC thru 0001AI for Georgetown and 0002AC thru 0002AJ for Granger). Future letter orders on this contract will refer to the contract maps and associated contract line item number (CLIN) for park and embankment areas and separate maps will be included for any work associated with CLIN’s 0001AA, 0001AB, 0002AA, and 0002AB. Attached maps are provided to show areas which will be treated. Areas of treatment will be shown in attachments for any subsequent letter orders.

a. Paved Edges Herbicide Application: Road shoulder, parking perimeter, and concrete structures treatments shall be identified under this item. This item may incorporate guardrails, vehicle barriers, fence, concrete or asphalt. Reference section 1.2.1.1.5, Performance Requirements Summary (PRS) #1, and Attachments 4A thru 4P.

b. Road and Parking Area Herbicide Application: Road and parking area treatments shall be identified under this item. Reference PRS #2 and Attachments 4A thru 4P.

c. Recreational Area Herbicide Application: Area treatments targeting Grass Bur (Coastal sandbur, field Sanspur, Southern sandbur, Spiny burrgrass) shall be identified under this item. Area application may be ordered by acre or fraction thereof. Applications may consist of various types, granular, liquid, etc. Reference PRS #3 and Attachments 4A thru 4P.

d. General Area Herbicide Application: Rip Rap, Levee, Embankment and Spot area treatments shall be identified under this section. Area application may be ordered by the acre or fraction thereof.

Treatment shall target undesirable identified species as specified in letter order. Typical target species may include, but are not limited to, Johnson grass, Willow Baccharis, Mesquite, and greenbriar.

Embankments areas to be treated include riprap and paved surfaces found within dam embankments, both upstream and downstream, from the edge of water on the upstream side through the toe of the dam on the downstream side and includes the full length of the dam proper out to its extreme ends.

Turf areas within dam embankments shall not be treated. Reference PRS #3 and Attachments 4A thru 4P.

1.2.1.1. Special Requirements

1.2.1.1.1 The Contractor shall furnish the Government a list showing the sequence in which each area is to be treated. Completion of work and the Government Quality Assurance Inspection Schedule will adhere to this sequence. Unless otherwise approved by the Government, all application requirements for an area shall be completed before starting on another area. In all cases the Contractor shall assure that sufficient personnel and equipment are available to finish each area within the time limitation.

1.2.1.1.2 If not in conflict with manufacturer’s recommendations, treatment shall not be permitted when rain is forecast within 24 hours, heavy dew is present, or when wind speed exceeds 10 MPH. Approval and coordination with COR shall be accomplished prior to any application in campground areas when park users may be present.

1.2.1.1.3 No equipment or materials shall be stored overnight within the boundaries of Government property.

1.2.1.1. 4 The Contractor shall provide traffic control on public roads in accordance with the most current EM-385-1-1 Safety Manual. In park areas, when required by COR, a traffic control plan shall be submitted for approval.

1.2.1.1.5 Performance Standard-Herbicide - Vegetation kill rate for target species shall be ninety five

(95) percent for each scheduled application. Any area not showing "stressed" or dead vegetation within two (2) weeks after initial application shall be re-treated at the Contractor's expense. Chemicals applied must be of proper strength to prevent killing or “browning” only the exposed portion of plants and have sufficient residual action to prevent re-growth for (AM#02) up to (AM#02) two (2) months. Payment will not be made until minimum results have been achieved

1.2.1.1.6 The attachments provide estimates within each lake. Letter Orders will define the services, quantities and locations required to be performed. This tabulation depicts current conditions only and does not reflect any future work such as remodeling, new construction, or demolition within areas which may occur within required services areas during performance of contract. Government reserves the right to perform any future work at its discretion.

1.2.2 Estimated Work Requirements: The estimated annual quantities below are provided for the convenience of the contractor in preparing a bid. These numbers portray historical data for an average year and do not in any way require or obligate the government to duplicate quantities.

(AM#01)

Georgetown Application Estimated Typical Annual Quantities Recreational Area Herbicide: Pre-Emergence 23 0 Acres General Area Herbicide: Spot Areas 120,000 200,858 Square Feet Tejas Camp Area 2 Times Russell Park Area 2 Times Jim Hogg Park Area 2 Times Cedar Breaks Park Area 2 Times Overlook Park Area 2 Times Stilling Basin Park Area 2 Times Embankment Area 2 Times

Granger Application Estimated Typical Annual Quantities Recreational Area Herbicide: Pre-Emergence 23 5 Acres General Area Herbicide: Spot Areas 160,000 113,560 Square Feet Friendship Park Area A 3 Times Friendship Park Area B 3 Times Wilson H. Fox Park Area A 3 Times Wilson H. Fox Park Area B 3 Times Taylor Park Area A 3 Times Taylor Park Area B 3 Times Willis Creek Park Area 3 Times Embankment Area 3 Times

(AM#01)

1.2.3 Site Visit: A site visit shall be performed in order to clarify expectations and answer any questions concerning the requirements of the specified work. A formal site visit will be scheduled as indicated on the Contracting Officer’s Request for Proposal.

1.3 Period of Performance: One 12-month Base Year, plus two 12-month option years. Each issued letter order will contain an individual period of performance as designated by letter order. A minimum of 4 days will be allotted for completion, per letter order. This refers to all application services that will be used to determine time. Deviations due to unforeseen site conditions may be considered if submitted to COR twenty four (24) hours prior to required completion date.

1.3.1 Time Determination: All days are in addition to the minimum allotted time. Letter orders containing multiple CLIN’s shall have one additional day per CLIN. Letter orders containing CLIN’s 0001AI or 0002AJ shall have an additional 4 days for CLIN 0001AI and an additional 4 days for CLIN 0002AJ.

Example: If all contract CLIN’s are included in a letter order, the Period of Performance for that letter order would be 29 calendar days.

1.3.2 Rain Days: Rain days are delays in service requiring an extension to the completion date on Letter

Orders, due to inclement weather or conditions beyond the Contractor’s control. They may only be allowed with concurrence and approval of the COR. The Contractor is responsible to notify the COR on days when weather or poor ground working conditions prohibit performance of services. The Contractor shall ascertain if the work day is considered a rain day by COR. In no instance may the Contractor operate equipment during conditions that shall result in damage to turf or ground surfaces on Government property.

1.4 General Information

1.4.1 Quality Control: The contractor shall develop and maintain an effective quality control program to ensure services are performed in accordance with this PWS. The contractor shall develop and implement procedures to identify, prevent, and ensure non-recurrence of defective services. The contractor’s Quality Control (QC) program is the means by which contractor assures that work complies with the requirements of the contract. The Quality Control Plan (QCP) will be submitted to the COR at the pre-work conference for review. After acceptance of the QCP the Contractor shall receive the Contracting Officer’s acceptance in writing for any proposed change to his QC system. A Contractor Quality Control Report form shall be completed by the Contractor daily and submitted to the COR within one day following the completed work.

1.4.2 Quality Assurance: The Government shall evaluate the contractor’s performance under this contract in accordance with the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan. This plan is primarily focused on what the Government must do to ensure that the contractor has performed in accordance with the performance standards. It defines how the performance standards will be applied, the frequency of surveillance, and the minimum acceptable defect rate(s).

1.4.3 Government Holidays: Contractor will not perform work on the following holidays:

New Year’s Day Labor Day Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday (observed) Columbus Day President’s Day Veteran’s Day Memorial Day Thanksgiving Day Independence Day Christmas Day

1.4.4 Hours of Operation: Work hours will be 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM; Monday through Friday, unless requested by the contractor forty-eight (48) hours in advance and approved by the COR.

1.4.5 Place of Performance: Services provided under this contract will be required at the following locations:

Lake Georgetown (Williamson County) Granger Lake (Williamson County)

1.4.6 Type of Contract: The government will award a Firm Fixed Price Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity contract. The Contractor shall perform all services specified herein on an as-ordered basis by the Government through the issuance of Letter Orders. Letter Orders will indicate the line item quantity, location of treatment and period of performance for each Letter Order issued. All payments shall be made based on line item pricing for the contract base and any option years, as submitted by the Contractor and accepted at contract award and the appropriate awarded letter order. Payment will not be made until minimum results have been achieved. Invoices shall be submitted to the issuing Project Office and per attachment 2, “Deliverables”.

1.4.7 Security Requirements:

a. Access and General Protection/Security Policy and Procedures: All contractor and all associated sub-contractors employees shall comply with applicable installation, facility and area commander installation/facility access and local security policies and procedures (provided by government representative). The contractor shall also provide all information required for background checks to meet installation/facility access requirements to be accomplished by installation Provost Marshal Office, Director of Emergency Services or Security Office.

Contractor workforce must comply with all personal identity verification requirements (FAR clause 52.204-9, Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel) as directed by DOD, HQDA and/or local policy. In addition to the changes otherwise authorized by the changes clause of this contract, should the Force Protection Condition (FPCON) at any installation or facility change, the Government may require changes in contractor security matters or processes..

b. For contractors who do not require CAC, but require access to a DoD facility or installation:

Contractor and all associated sub-contractors employees shall comply with adjudication standards and procedures using the National Crime Information Center Interstate Identification Index (NCIC-III) and Terrorist Screening Database (TSDB) (Army Directive 2014-05 / AR 190-13), applicable installation, facility and area commander installation/facility access and local security policies and procedures (provided by government representative, as NCIC and TSDB are available), or, at OCONUS locations, in accordance with status of forces agreements and other theater regulations.

c. iWATCH, CorpsWatch, or See Something, Say Something :The contractor and all associated sub-contractors shall receive a brief/training (provided by the RA) on the local suspicious activity reporting program. This locally 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 project manager, security representative or law enforcement entity. This training shall be completed within 30 calendar days of contract award and within 30 calendar days of new employees commencing performance with the results reported to the COR NLT 5 calendar days after the completion of the training." The I-Watch/CORPS watch training video and literature can be found at the following web site. http://www.swf.usace.army.mil/BusinessWithUs/Contracting.aspx

d. Will be escorted in areas where they may be exposed to classified and/or sensitive materials and/or sensitive or restricted areas: All contract employees, including subcontractor employees who are not in possession of the appropriate security clearance or access privileges, will be escorted in areas where they may be exposed to classified and/or sensitive materials and/or sensitive or restricted areas."

e. Pre-screen candidates using E-Verify Program: The Contractor must pre-screen Candidates using the E-verify Program (http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify) website to meet the established employment eligibility requirements. The Vendor must ensure that the Candidate has two valid forms of Government issued identification prior to enrollment to ensure the correct information is entered into the E-verify system. An initial list of verified/eligible Candidates must be provided to the COR no later than 3 business days after the initial contract award." *When contracts are with individuals, the individuals will be required to complete a Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, with the designated Government representative. This Form will be provided to the Contracting Officer and shall become part of the official contract file.

1.4.7.1 Identification of Contractor Employees:

“Identification of Contractor Employees in the Federal Workplace” (Aug 2008):

(a) The contractor shall provide each of its employees who will be involved in the performance of the contract, on a Government facility, an identification (ID) badge and a standardized uniform that displays the company’s name/logo and the employee’s name. The ID badge shall clearly display the contractor’s name and the employee’s name and color photograph. It is the contractor’s responsibility to ensure that all contractor personnel wear the ID badge and uniform at all times when performing work under this contract. Unless otherwise specified in the contract, each contractor employee shall wear the ID badge in a conspicuous place on the front of their clothing and above their waist, except when safety or health reasons prohibit such placement. This requirement is in addition to any Government facility security provisions that require that a Government-issued security badge also be worn.

(b) Contractor personnel shall clearly identify themselves to all attendees as a contractor employee before the commencement of meetings with Government or other contractor personnel. Contractor personnel shall clearly and immediately identify themselves as a contractor employee when placing, answering or participating in telephone/VTC conversations with Government or other contractor personnel.

(c) When contractor personnel send e-mail messages to a Government-owned computer, they shall include a signature block that includes their employer’s name and the employee’s full name and e-mail address.

(d) Each of the requirements set forth in paragraphs a-c above, must be included in all subcontracts at any tier.

1.4.7.2 Physical Security: At the close of each work period, government areas shall be secured.

1.4.7.3 Key Control: Government keys provided to the Contractor will be issued and controlled in accordance with IAW AR 190-51. The Contractor shall establish and implement methods of making sure all keys/key cards issued to the Contractor by the Government are not lost or misplaced and are not used by unauthorized persons. No keys issued to the Contractor by the Government shall be duplicated. The Contractor shall develop procedures covering key control that shall be included in the Quality Control Plan.

Such procedures shall include turn-in of any issued keys by personnel who no longer require access to locked areas. The Contractor shall immediately report any occurrences of lost or duplicate keys to the Contracting Officer.

1.4.7.4 The Contractor shall prohibit the use of Government issued keys by any persons other than the Contractor’s employees. The Contractor shall prohibit the opening of locked areas by Contractor employees to permit entrance of persons other than Contractor employees engaged in the performance of assigned work in those areas, or personnel authorized entrance by the Contracting Officer.

1.4.7.5 Lock Combinations/Keys: The Contractor shall establish and implement methods of ensuring that all lock combinations or keys are not made available to unauthorized persons. The Contractor shall ensure that lock combinations/keys are changed when personnel having access to the combinations/key no longer have a need for access. These procedures shall be included in the Contractor’s Quality Control Plan.

1.4.8 Special Qualifications: Reference 1.6.4

1.4.9 Post Award Conference/Periodic Progress Meetings: The Contractor agrees to attend a Pre-work Conference held in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation Subpart 42.5 approximately one (1) week after award of the contract. All Contractor key personnel as stated in Paragraph 1.4.11 shall attend.

The Contractor is encouraged to have in attendance an officer of the Contractor’s company and representation from all subcontractors. This conference will be held at the exact time and location specified by the Government after award. No work may be performed under this contract prior to this conference.

The purpose of the conference is to enable the Government to outline the procedures that will be followed by the Government in its administration of the contract and to discuss the performance that will be expected from the Contractor. This conference will allow the Contractor an opportunity to ask questions about the Government's administration and inspection of contract work or other pertinent information Contractor might require. General items to be discussed during conference include authority of COR if applicable, Quality Assurance Inspectors, Contractor’s Safety Program, Contractor’s Quality Control Plan, Correspondence Procedures, Communications, Administrative Procedures, Contractor Utilities, Invoices, Payments and Regulations. The Contracting Officer (KO), COR, and other Government personnel, as appropriate, may meet periodically with the Contractor at Government’s discretion to review the Contractor's performance. At these periodic progress meetings, Contractor will be apprised of how the Government views the Contractor's performance and the Contractor will apprise the Government of problems, if any, being experienced. Appropriate action shall be taken to resolve outstanding issues.

These meetings shall be at no additional cost to the Government. In the event a Contract Deficiency Report (CDR) is issued, a meeting shall be scheduled within two (2) Government working days after the CDR was issued. Mutual effort will be made to resolve any and all problems identified. Written minutes of these meetings shall be prepared and signed by the Quality Assurance Representative (QAR), COR, Contractor and their respective employees.

1.4.10 Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR): The COR will be identified by separate letter. The COR monitors all technical aspects of the contract and assists in contract administration. The COR is authorized to perform the following functions: assure that the contractor performs the technical requirements of the contract; perform inspections necessary in connection with contract performance;

maintain written and oral communications with the contractor concerning technical aspects of the contract;

issue written interpretations of technical requirements, including Government drawings, designs, specifications; monitor contractor's performance and notifies both the Contracting Officer and contractor of any deficiencies; coordinate availability of government furnished property, and provide site entry of contractor personnel. A letter of designation issued to the COR, a copy of which is sent to the contractor, states the responsibilities and limitations of the COR, especially with regard to changes in cost or price, estimates or changes in delivery dates. The COR is not authorized to change any of the terms and conditions of the contract.

1.4.11 Contractor Key Personnel: The following personnel are considered key personnel by the Government: Contractor, field supervisor and QC personnel. The contractor shall provide a contract manager who shall be responsible for the performance of the work. The name of this person and an alternate who shall act for the contractor when the manager is absent shall be designated in writing to the Contracting Officer. The contract manager or alternate shall have full authority to act for the contractor on all contract matters relating to daily operation of this contract.

1.4.12 Identification of Contractor Employees: “Identification of Contractor Employees in the Federal Workplace” (Aug 2008):

(a) The contractor shall provide each of its employees who will be involved in the performance of the contract, on a Government facility, identification (ID) badge or a standardized uniform that displays the company’s name/logo and the employee’s name. The ID badge shall clearly display the contractor’s name and the employee’s name and color photograph. It is the contractor’s responsibility to ensure that all contractor personnel wear the ID badge or uniform at all times when performing work under this contract.

Unless otherwise specified in the contract, each contractor employee shall wear the ID badge in a conspicuous place on the front of their clothing and above their waist, except when safety or health reasons prohibit such placement. This requirement is in addition to any Government facility security provisions that require that a Government-issued security badge also be worn.

(b) Contractor personnel shall clearly identify themselves to all attendees as a contractor employee before the commencement of meetings with Government or other contractor personnel. Contractor personnel shall clearly and immediately identify themselves as a contractor employee when placing, answering or participating in telephone/VTC conversations with Government or other contractor personnel.

(c) When contractor personnel send e-mail messages from or to a Government-owned computer, they shall include a signature block that includes their employer’s name and the employee’s full name and e-mail address.

(d) Each of the requirements set forth in paragraphs a-c above, must be included in all subcontracts at any tier.”

1.4.13 Data Rights: N.A.

1.4.14 Organizational Conflict of Interest: N.A.

1.4.15 Safety: The Contractor shall develop and submit a written Accident Prevention Plan for the COR’s review and approval. Safety Plan shall indicate in detail the general policies, procedures and personal protective equipment required for safe operation in the accomplishment of this contract. The Safety Plan shall show how the Contractor intends to perform all services in full compliance with the safety requirements set forth in latest edition of EM 385-1-1, Safety and Health Requirements Manual found at http://www.usace.army.mil/SafetyandOccupationalHealth.aspx . The Safety Plan shall include procedures to be followed in case of emergencies, including nearest emergency medical treatment facility information.

The Contractor shall prepare and present for the Government’s approval within Safety Plan, an Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) for each new definable feature of work employees shall be required to perform. A sample Activity Hazard Analysis can be found in Figure 1-2 of the EM 385-1-1 dated 30 November 2014.

Material Safety Data Sheets shall also be included in Safety Plan. Two (2) copies of a comprehensive written Safety Plan shall be submitted for approval by the COR. Any proposed changes to an approved plan shall be submitted, in writing, to the COR for review and approval.

1.5. GOVERNMENT FURNISHED ITEMS AND SERVICES:

1.5.1 Facilities: N.A.

1.5.2 Equipment: N.A.

1.5.3 Materials: N.A.

1.6 CONTRACTOR FURNISHED ITEMS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.6.1 General: The Contractor shall furnish all supplies, equipment, facilities, services, permits, clearances and authorizations required to perform work under PWS.

1.6.2 Equipment: The Contractor shall furnish all equipment necessary to accomplish the requirements under this PWS.

1.6.3. Materials: The Contractor shall provide all materials necessary to accomplish the requirements under this PWS.

1.6.3.1 Sustainability

1.6.3.1.1 Recycled Content – The contractor shall utilized recycled content as outlined by the EPA and endure materials utilized contain recycled-content for all contactor-furnished supplies as described in attachment CPG-FS.pdf

1.6.3.1.2 The Contractor shall meet the BioPrefered Program requirements set forth by the USDA (http://www.biopreferred.gov/BioPreferred/).

1.6.3.1.3 Several laws, including the Toxic Substances Control Act; Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act mandate EPA's oversight and regulatory responsibilities to reduce risks from the use of pesticides.

1.6.4 Certified Applicators Requirement:

a. State certified applicator(s) shall conform to all applicable Texas Department of Agriculture rules and regulations as contained in the latest revision of the Texas herbicide Law and Regulations and/or the Texas Herbicides on lands and waters located within the State of Texas, inclusive of Federal projects lands and waters.

b. Certified applicator(s) shall hold at least the minimum amount of liability insurance coverage as required by the Texas Department of Agriculture when conducting herbicide control work on the aforesaid areas. Contractor shall hold and save the United States free from claims that may occur from the control operations carried out under this contract at this Federal Reservoir Project.

c. Certified applicator(s) shall explicitly follow all product label requirements during the transporting, mixing, spraying, and disposal of herbicides during the work contract period.

d. Certified applicator(s) shall follow all safety requirements as stated on product label during the work contract period.

e. Certified applicator(s) shall insure the disposal of excess herbicides, herbicide containers, contaminated clothing, and other disposal materials involved in the transport, mixing and application of herbicides shall be made off Federal Government lands and waters in an approved disposal site.

f. A copy of the applicators certification shall be submitted to the COR at the pre-work conference, and will become part of the contract documents

1.7 Annual report Contractor shall maintain records of all herbicide applications. The Contractor shall submit an annual record of any application of a specific restricted-use or state-limited-use herbicide or regulated herbicide, during execution of this contract. Reports shall contain all information required by the regulatory agency overseeing the applicator’s license. The Contractor shall keep records required under this section for a period of two years from the date of application or per the requirements of the regulatory agency.

1.8 Applicable Publications (current editions)

1.8.1 The Contractor shall abide by all applicable local, state, and federal regulations, publications, manuals, policies and procedures to include the Safety and Health Requirements Manual (EM385-1-1).

1.9 Attachment List:

1.9.1 Attachment 1 - Performance Requirements Summary

1.9.2 Attachment 2 - Deliverables Schedule

1.9.3 Attachment 3 - Example - Herbicide Application Record

1.9.4 Attachment 4 - Maps

1.9.4.1 Attachment 4A – Tejas Camp Area (0001AC)

1.9.4.2 Attachment 4B – Russell Park Area (0001AD)

1.9.4.3 Attachment 4C – Jim Hogg Park Area (0001AE)

1.9.4.4 Attachment 4D – Cedar Breaks Park Area (0001AF)

1.9.4.5 Attachment 4E – Overlook Park Area (0001AG)

1.9.4.6 Attachment 4F – Headquarters Office Area (0001AH)

1.9.4.7 Attachment 4G – Embankment Area (0001AI)

1.9.4.8 Attachment 4H – Friendship Park Area A (0002AC)

1.9.4.9 Attachment 4I – Friendship Park Area B (0002AD)

1.9.4.10 Attachment 4J – Wilson H. Fox Park Area A (0002AE)

1.9.4.11 Attachment 4K – Wilson H. Fox Park Area B (0002AF)

1.9.4.12 Attachment 4L – Taylor Park Area A (0002AG)

1.9.4.13 Attachment 4M – Taylor Park Area B (0002AH)

1.9.4.14 Attachment 4N – Willis Creek Park Area (0002AI)

1.9.4.15 Attachment 4P – Embankment Area (0002AJ)

1.9.5 Attachment 5 - Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP)

1.9.5.1 Attachment 5A - Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan

1.9.5.2 Attachment 5B – Quality Assurance Monitoring Form

ATTACHMENT 1

Performance Requirements Summary (PRS)

The contractor service requirements are summarized into performance objectives that relate directly to mission essential items. The performance threshold briefly describes the minimum acceptable levels of service required for each requirement. These thresholds are critical to mission success.

Performance Objective

Standard Performance Threshold Method of Surveillance

PRS # 1.

Paved Edges Herbicide Application. Contractor shall treat designated areas of Road Shoulders, Parking perimeters, and concrete structures in accordance with industry standards, Manufacturer’s label instructions and the licensing requirements of the State of Texas Department of Agriculture to prevent the degradation of asphalt and concrete surfaces.

All applications shall contain an approved dye material to aid identification of treated areas.

Herbicide chemicals must be approved by the COR or Government Representative prior to use. Refer to section 1.2.1(a) of this PWS.

Treatment shall kill a minimum of 95% of the vegetation along an eighteen-inch (18”) wide strip along all designated paved edges and shall include any invasion of vegetation in the included road or parking areas.

Any area that is not showing “stressed” or dead vegetation within two weeks after initial application shall be re-treated at contractor’s expense.

Treatment shall result in 100% coverage of the designated area. A minimum of 95% vegetation kill shall be the result in the treated area.

Payment will only be made after minimum results have been achieved.

The 100% inspection method will be used to monitor all contract services.

Inspections will be performed by the QAR or Designated Government Representative.

PRS # 2.

Road and Parking Area Herbicide Application. This application shall be made in accordance with industry standards, Manufacturer’s label instructions and the licensing requirements of the State of Texas Department of Agriculture. Herbicide chemicals must be approved by the COR or Government Representative prior to use.

Refer to section 1.2.1(b) of this

PWS.

Treatment shall kill targeted vegetation within the area of application. Any area that is not showing “stressed” or dead vegetation within two weeks after initial application shall be re-treated at contractor’s expense.

Treatment shall result in 100% coverage of the designated area. A minimum of 95% vegetation kill shall be the result in the treated area.

Payment will only be made after minimum results have been achieved.

The 100% inspection method will be used to monitor all contract services.

Inspections will be performed by the QAR or Designated Government Representative.

PRS#3

Recreational Area Herbicide Application / General Area

Herbicide Application.

Contractor shall treat designated areas through a broad area application to reduce the density of broadleaf or brushy type invasive species using a selective herbicide. This application shall be made in accordance with industry standards, Manufacturer’s label instructions and the licensing requirements of the State of Texas Department of

Agriculture. Herbicide chemicals must be approved by the COR or Government Representative prior to use.

Refer to sections 1.2.1(c)&(d) of this PWS

Treatment shall kill targeted vegetation within the area of application. Any area that is not showing “stressed” or dead vegetation within two weeks after initial application shall be re-treated at contractor’s expense.

Treatment shall result in 100% coverage of the designated area. A minimum of 95% vegetation kill shall be the result in the treated area.

Payment will only be made after minimum results have been achieved.

The 100% inspection method will be used to monitor all contract services.

Inspections will be performed by the QAR or Designated

ATTACHMENT 2

Deliverables Schedule

Deliverable Frequency # of Copies Medium/Format Submit To

Item a. The Contractor shall be required to submit a formal response package to all Contractor Deficiency Reports (CDR), to address issues of non- conformance to Contract Terms and the Performance Requirements Summary and the Contractor’s plan to prevent re-occurrence.

Formal response is required for each

DD2772, CDR

issued to the Contractor.

Contractor shall be required to attend a meeting prior to commencement of initial work or at any time the KO or COR determines performance does not meet the minimum standards of this contract.

One (1) response submission to satisfy all corrective actions of each Contractor Deficiency Report

The Contractor shall submit responses by hard copy, fax or electronic, email format. The Government may provide forms (DD Form 2772) initiated by the Government for Contractor responses as deemed necessary by the KO.

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Item b. The Contractor shall submit a valid applicator’s license to cover all aspects of work performed under this contract. A list of all employees and subcontractors and subcontractor employees along with valid contact information to the COR for approval. Any change or variation from an approved employee or subcontractor list must be reported and approved by the COR prior to any change taking effect.

Refer to PWS paragraph 1.6.4

Contractor shall submit the valid applicator’s license and any employee, subcontractor and subcontractor employee list with five (5) calendar days of award and prior to the start of any services.

Two (2) copies required and subject to review and approval by the KO or Designated Representative.

The Contractor may submit required documents by hardcopy to the COR for dissemination to appropriate Lake Staff.

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Item c. The Contractor shall submit a detailed Accident Prevention Plan for review and COR approval. This plan shall describe the Contractor’s method to insure safe operations, emergency accident prevention and response, the nearest emergency medical treatment facility for intended use.

Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA), Material Safety Data

Contractor shall submit an approved safety plan within ten (10) calendar days of award. Any proposed changes to an approved Safety Plan shall require review and approval by the COR before changes may be instituted. All plans and analysis shall be

Two (2) copies required and subject to review and approval by the COR.

Two (2) complete sets of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for each product the Contractor will be using shall be required.

The Contractor may submit required documents by hardcopy to the COR for dissemination to appropriate Lake Staff.

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Sheets (MSDS) and Personal Protective Equipment needs and uses shall be included in this plan.

Refer to section 1.4.14, “Safety”.

prepared in accordance with OSHA and the U.S.

Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements Manual, EM 385-1- 1, latest edition.

Item d. Contractor shall submit a detailed Quality Control Plan for review and approval by the COR. This plan shall describe the Contractor’s method to insure quality performance to meet the minimum standards required by the Performance Work Statement and the Performance Requirements Summary.

Refer to section 1.4.1, “Quality Control”.

Two copies required and subject to review and approval by the COR with in ten (10) calendar days of award. The Contractor shall be required to submit in writing any proposed changes to a previously approved plan for review and approval of the COR.

Two (2) copies required and subject to review and approval by the COR.

The Contractor may submit required documents by hardcopy to the COR for dissemination to appropriate Lake Staff.

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Item e. Contractor shall submit an annual report of all herbicide types and quantities used during the execution of this contract during the subject year. This report shall include all information as required by the State of Texas, TCEQ, or any other licensing authority.

Refer to section 1.7 “Annual Reports”.

All submitted copies will be maintained with the Government contract files and shall be submitted to the COR with in 30 calendar days of the end of each calendar year. This requirement does not relieve the Contractor from maintaining all records required and subject to audit by the licensing authority.

Two (2) copies required and subject to review by the COR.

documents by hardcopy or by email to the COR for dissemination to appropriate Lake Staff.

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Item f. Contractor shall submit an “Herbicide Use Plan” detailing herbicide types, application methods and rates prior to the purchase of materials and the execution of work for review and approval by the COR.

Refer to section 1.2, “Scope”.

Two (2) copies required and subject to review and approval by the COR with in 30 calendar days of award. Once approved, the Contractor shall submit any proposed changes to the COR

Two (2) signed copies required and subject to review and approval by the

COR.

documents by hardcopy or by email to the COR or Program Manager for dissemination to appropriate Lake Staff.

Lake Georgetown Project Office 500 Lake Overlook Drive for review and approval. Any change shall be at no additional cost to the Government during the life of this contract.

Item g. The Contractor shall submit Quality Control Reports upon completion of each letter order line item, or individual park area.

The Government will inspect those areas to verify 100% coverage as needed.

Refer to section 1.4.1, “Quality Control”.

Quality Control Reports shall be submitted one day following the completion of work to the COR or Government Representative.

One (1) copy will be sufficient to initiate verification of the herbicide application and initiate the inspection process.

The Contractor shall submit reports by hard copy, fax or electronic, email format. Each Report shall contain the following information.

(a) Contract and letter order number.

(b) QC Inspector’s name and area inspected.

(c) Park or line item completed.

(d) Chemicals used.

(e) Date.

(f) Weather, including wind, speed and temperature.

(g) Start/Completion Time.

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Item h. Contractor must complete and submit the required I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form for each employee.

Refer to section 1.4.6 “Security Requirements”.

Verified proof of worker eligibility shall be submitted prior to the first day of work by any employee.

Two (2) copies will be submitted to the COR or designated documents by hardcopy or by email to the COR or Designated Government.

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ATTACHMENT 3

Herbicide Application Record

HERBICIDE APPLICATION RECORD

Tract ID:

Operator:

Date of Application:

Time:

Purpose of Treatment:

Size of Treated Area:

Weather Conditions during Treatment:

Air Temperature: Water Temperature (If Applicable):

Wind Direction: Wind Velocity:

Percent Cloud Cover:

Relative Humidity:

Herbicide:

Common Name:

Active Ingredient(s):

Percent Active Ingredient(s): EPA Registration No:

Manufacturer:

Mixture or Form Applied:

Application Rate:

Special Precautions Taken:

Total Quantity Used:

Problems Encountered at Time of Application:

(Signature of Operator)

*This Record Must Be Kept For 2 (Two) Years after Treatment

(End of Summary of Changes)