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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 No. W9126G24Q0027 In support of Piney Woods Region for Mow ing Services at Wright Patman Lake.

Please see Block 14 Continued Summary of Changes

CT POC: Samuela Y. Adams at samuela.y.adams@usace.army.mil or 817-886-1168

1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

J 1 42

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

16C. DATE SIGNED

BY

16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA15C. DATE SIGNED15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

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

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No., Street , County, State and Zip Code) X W9126G24Q0027

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

28-Mar-2024

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

22-Apr-2024

CODE

US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS FORT WORTH

819 TAYLOR ST, CT OFC RM 2A17

FORT WORTH TX 76102-0300

W9126G 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than item 6)

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.

CODE

See Item 6

FACILITY CODECODE

EMAIL:TEL:

W9126G24Q0027

SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

SECTION SF 30 - BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

The following have been added by full text:

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Solicitation No. W9126G24Q0027 in support of Piney Woods Region for Mowing Services at Wright Patman Lake.

1. The purpose of this amendment is to posts the responses to the Request for Information (RFI) during the site visit held on 11 April 2024 at 08:30am CT.

What is the frequency of ordering mowings?

Frequency is on an as needed basis. Depending on whether and grass growth. Site PWS Reference and Paragraph – Section 6.4 Mowing Frequency. A minimum of six (6) and a maximum of thirteen (13) Park mowing’s, a minimum of four (4) and a maximum of ten (9) Project mowing’s, a minimum of one (1) and a maximum of two (2) Boundary Line mowing’s, and a minimum of one (1) and a maximum of two (2) Hunting Access Road mowing’s, a minimum of zero (0) and a maximum of two (2) Food Plot mowing’s, and a minimum of one (1) and a maximum of two (2) Right-of-Way mowing’s may be required by this contract. The government reserves the right to request mowing’s in selected areas if the growth of vegetation warrants.

Are mowings ordered as task orders?

Typically, the Contracting Officer will issue one task order that funds the effort for one year. The Contracting Officer will issue Letters of Instructions (LOIs) to direct the Contractor to mow specific areas within the park’s footprint as needed. Site PWS Reference and Paragraph – Seed Task Order Bid Sheet is for one year on mowing (Page 21 of 116). Also Section 2.1.6 Task Orders Mowing services to be furnished under this contract shall be ordered on a document referred to as a task order. These orders shall be issued by the Contracting Officer. All task orders are subject to the terms and conditions of the contract. In the event of conflict between a task order and this contract, the contract shall control.

Is there a separate contract for herbicide application?

Yes, there’s a separate contract for herbicide. Consolidation was not considered for this effort.

What is the slope of the dam?

The average slope of the dam is 3:1.

Is the mowing of the dam typically done with special mowing equipment?

No, a tractor and batwing is currently being used for the dam embankment. Any special type equipment must be approved in writing by the GQAR prior to use and shall be used in accordance with manufacturers recommendations at all times. 3.4.2 QUANTITY AND QUALITY OF EQUIPMENT- The Contractor shall utilize the sufficient quantity of equipment to accomplish the work within the time specified. If the Contractor is unable to accomplish work in accordance with the requirements of this contract within the times specified, the Contractor shall immediately obtain additional equipment necessary to fulfill the requirements of this contract.

Is there a location in the park where mowing equipment can be left?

Yes, the Contractor may request accommodations for storage inside Clear Springs or Rocky Point Parks during the period of performance of the service. PWS Paragraph 3.1 EQUIPMENT STORAGE- No Government space or facilities shall be provided under this contract. Equipment shall be removed upon completion of each Task Order.

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How many tractors are typically ran?

The Government is highly discouraged from providing KTR’s with means and methods to accomplish services. However, previous KTR’s used three (3) to four (4) tractors.

Will the entire project be requested to be mowed at the same time?

Yes, to assists with managing expectations, there will be incidents when the government will requests all the areas to be mowed at once. – Seed Task Order Bid Sheet is for one year on mowing (Page 21 of 116). 6.3.1 A complete mowing of either Park, Project or Natural Resource mowing would include all items listed on the respective bid schedules. The time limitation for a complete Park mowing is eight (8) days, for a Project mowing five (5) days, for a Boundary Line mowing thirty (30) days, for a Hunting Access Road mowing fifteen (15) days, and for a Food Plot mowing fifteen (15) days

What is the time expectation for mowing to be completed?

Within the time frame of the PWS. Which is 13 days for park and project mowing. Site PWS Reference and Paragraph 6.3.1 A complete mowing of either Park, Project or Natural Resource mowing would include all items listed on the respective bid schedules. The time limitation for a complete Park mowing is eight (8) days, for a Project mowing five (5) days, for a Boundary Line mowing thirty (30) days, for a Hunting Access Road mowing fifteen (15) days, and for a Food Plot mowing fifteen (15) days.

2. The following paragraph has been changed:

The U.S. Army Corp of Engineers USACE), Fort Worth District intends to issue a Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ), for the non-personal service listed below in the description. The contract performance will consist of One (1) Twelve Month Base Period and Two (2) Four (4) Twelve Month Option Periods.

3. Following paragraphs have been change:

6.4 MOWING FREQUENCY- A minimum of six (6) and a maximum of thirteen (13) Park mowings, a minimum of four (4) and a maximum of ten nine (9) Project mowings, a minimum of one (1) and a maximum of two (2) Boundary Line mowings, and a minimum of one (1) and a maximum of two (2) Hunting Access Road mowings, a minimum of zero (0) and a maximum of two (2) Food Plot mowings, and a minimum of one (1) and a maximum of two (2) Right-of-Way mowings may be required by this contract.

The government reserves the right to request mowings in selected areas if the growth of vegetation warrants. The estimated number of mowings for Park and Project mowings and the estimated miles and acreage for Natural Resource mowings and Right-of-Way mowings are as shown on the bid sheets.

4. Bid schedule dates have been corrected from 01 Apr through 31 Mar to 5 June through 4 June .

5. All other terms and condition remain unchanged.