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This is a Solicitation/Contract for Park Attendant Services issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Mobile District for the Spring-Summer 2026 season. The solicitation covers 34 total contracts across seven geographic areas: Alabama River Lakes (6 positions), Allatoona Lake (6 positions), Lake Seminole (2 positions), Okatibbee Lake (2 positions), Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway (2 positions), Walter F. George (8 positions), and West Point Lake (8 positions). Contractors will provide park attendant services at various recreational areas, including campgrounds and day-use facilities, with contract dates ranging from February to November 2026.

Key requirements include submitting a bid package with a Contractor Data Sheet, signed SF 1449, and Bid Schedule by 5:00 PM CDT on October 31, 2025. Contractors must provide a two-person team, furnish a self-contained RV, maintain insurance with specific liability coverage, and complete background checks. Additional obligations include maintaining park facilities, collecting user fees, assisting visitors, and performing various administrative tasks. The contract is set aside for small businesses, specifically within the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 721211 for RV Parks, with a size standard of $10 million. Contractors will be paid a daily rate for each day worked, with contract lengths varying by location and schedule.

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WOMEN-OWNED SMALL

BUSINESS (WOSB)

SOLICITATION/CONTRACT/ORDER FOR COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES

1. REQUISITION NUMBER PAGE 1 OF

2. CONTRACT NUMBER 3. AWARD/EFFECTIVE

DATE

4. ORDER NUMBER 5. SOLICITATION NUMBER 6. SOLICITATION ISSUE

DATE

7. FOR SOLICITATION

INFORMATION CALL:

a. NAME b. TELEPHONE NUMBER 8. OFFER DUE DATE/

LOCAL TIME

9. ISSUED BY

13b. RATING

14. METHOD OF SOLICITATION

CODE

15. DELIVER TO 16. ADMINISTERED BY CODE

18a. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY CODE17a. CONTRACTOR/

OFFEROR

CODE

FACILITY

CODE

CODE

TELEPHONE NUMBER

17b. CHECK IF REMITTANCE IS DIFFERENT AND PUT SUCH ADDRESS IN

OFFER

18b. SUBMIT INVOICES TO ADDRESS SHOWN IN BLOCK 18a UNLESS BLOCK

BELOW IS CHECKED

REQUEST

FOR QUOTE

(RFQ)

INVITATION

FOR BID

(IFB)

REQUEST

FOR

PROPOSAL

(RFP)

SEE ADDENDUM

19.

ITEM NUMBER

20.

SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES

21.

QUANTITY

22.

UNIT

23.

UNIT PRICE

24.

AMOUNT

(Use Reverse and/or Attach Additional Sheets as Necessary)

25. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA 26. TOTAL AWARD AMOUNT (For Government Use Only)

28. CONTRACTOR IS REQUIRED TO SIGN THIS DOCUMENT AND RETURN

COPIES TO ISSUING OFFICE. CONTRACTOR AGREES TO FURNISH

AND DELIVER ALL ITEMS SET FORTH OR OTHERWISE IDENTIFIED ABOVE AND

ON ANY ADDITIONAL SHEETS SUBJECT TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS

SPECIFIED

29. AWARD OF CONTRACT: REFERENCE OFFER

DATED . . YOUR OFFER ON SOLICITATION

(BLOCK 5), INCLUDING ANY ADDITIONS OR CHANGES WHICH ARE

SET FORTH HEREIN, IS ACCEPTED AS TO ITEMS:

30a. SIGNATURE OF OFFEROR/CONTRACTOR

30b. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print) 30c. DATE SIGNED

31a. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA (SIGNATURE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER)

31b. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print) 31c. DATE SIGNED

AUTHORIZED FOR LOCAL REPRODUCTION

PREVIOUS EDITION IS NOT USABLE

STANDARD FORM 1449 (REV. 11/2021)

Prescribed by GSA - FAR (48 CFR) 53.212

10. THIS ACQUISITION IS UNRESTRICTED OR

NORTH AMERICAN

INDUSTRY CLASSIFICATION

STANDARD (NAICS):

SIZE STANDARD:

13a. THIS CONTRACT IS A

RATED ORDER UNDER

THE DEFENSE PRIORITIES

AND ALLOCATIONS

SYSTEM - DPAS (15 CFR 700)

SET ASIDE: % FOR:

11. DELIVERY FOR FREE ON

BOARD (FOB) DESTINATION

UNLESS BLOCK IS MARKED

SEE SCHEDULE

12. DISCOUNT TERMS

ARE ARE NOT ATTACHED

ARE ARE NOT ATTACHED

27a. SOLICITATION INCORPORATES BY REFERENCE (FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION) FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-4. FAR 52.212-3

AND 52.212-5 ARE ATTACHED. ADDENDA

27b. CONTRACT/PURCHASE ORDER INCORPORATES BY REFERENCE FAR 52.212-4. FAR 52.212-5 IS ATTACHED. ADDENDA

8(A)

ECONOMICALLY

DISADVANTAGED

WOMEN-OWNED SMALL

BUSINESS (EDWOSB)

SERVICE-DISABLED

VETERAN-OWNED

SMALL BUSINESS

(SDVOSB)

HUBZONE SMALL

BUSINESS

SMALL BUSINESS

NOTE: OFFEROR TO COMPLETE BLOCKS 12, 17, 23, 24, AND 30.

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W9127826QA001 09 OCT 2025

SOPHIA M CHIN

(251) 690-3349

03 NOV 2025

02:00 PM

W91278 100

US ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT MOBILE

KO CONTRACTING DIVISION, 109 ST JOSEPH ST

MOBILE, AL 36628-0001

UNITED STATES

SOPHIA M CHIN, EMAIL: SOPHIA.M.CHIN@USACE.ARMY.MIL TELEPHONE:

(251) 690-3349

721211

USD 10,000,000.00

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CONTRACTING OFFICER AUTHORITY

Only a warranted Contracting Officer (either a Procuring Contracting Officer (PCO) or an Administrative Contracting Officer (ACO)), acting within their appointed limits, has the authority to issue modifications or otherwise change the terms and conditions of this contract. If an individual other than the Contracting Officer attempts to make changes to the terms and conditions of this contract, you shall not proceed with the change and shall immediately notify the Contracting Officer. Proceeding with any work not authorized by the Contracting Officer will be at the Contractor’s own risk.

CONTRACTOR PERSONNEL

Contractor personnel must identify themselves as contractors at all times, such as when attending meetings, answering Government telephones, or working in situations where their actions could be construed as official government acts. The contractor must display his or her name and the name of the company while in the work area, wear and display a building pass, if required by security procedures, and include the company's name in his or her email display.

REQUIRED INSURANCE

The contractor shall procure and maintain during the entire period of his performance under this contract the following minimum insurance in accordance with the Contract Clause entitled "Insurance-Work on a Government Installation."

Workmen's Compensation and Employers' Liability Insurance:

Workmen's Compensation and Occupational Disease Coverage in accordance with statutory limits. Employers' Liability Coverage with a minimum limit of $100,000. (The Contractor shall verify with the State Board of Workers Compensation for each state in which performance is required in connection with this contract, to determine his or her own applicability with respect to this provision.)

Comprehensive Automobile Liability Insurance:

Bodily injury coverage with minimum limits of $250,000 per person and $500,000 per occurrence. Property Damage Coverage with a minimum limit of $25,000 per occurrence.

Comprehensive General Liability Insurance:

Bodily injury coverage with minimum limits of $1,000,000 per occurrence.

At all times during performance, the Contractor shall maintain with the Contracting Officer a current Certificate of Insurance showing at least the insurance required above and providing thirty (30) days written notice to the Contracting Officer by the insurance Company prior to cancellation or material change in policy coverage. Current Certificate of Insurance shall be furnished to the Contracting Officer within five (5) days after award of contract.

SUBLETTING

Subletting of this contract will not be allowed except under emergency conditions or other reasons approved by the Contracting Officer. Subletting this contract in order to assume another contract is strictly prohibited and such action will be considered grounds for immediate termination of contract.

TERMINATION

Failure of the contractor to provide items in full and complete services listed in the scope of work and gate attendant handbook may be grounds for termination. Inappropriate conduct or unacceptable actions of the park attendants will, with due consideration, be grounds for immediate cancellation of the contract. Examples for immediate dismissal include but are not limited to, the following:

Consumption of alcoholic beverages or intoxication while on duty, Cursing or harassment of visitors or Corps of Engineers personnel, Theft of money or supplies, Unwarranted physical contact with visitors or Corps of Engineers personnel, and

Recurring written and/or verbal complaints from visitors and/or Corps of Engineers personnel for nonperformance or lack of consideration.

REQUIREMENT FOR BONDING

Upon award of a contract, the contractor shall be required to furnish a "Business Services", "Fidelity" or "Dishonesty" bond in the amount of $5,000.00. The Obligee must be listed as “U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Mobile District”, and the term of the bond must be effective a minimum of 60 days past the end date of the contract period of performance.

WAGE DETERMINATIONS

Per FAR 22.1003-3 (f) Statutory Exemptions, the Service Contract Labor Standards statute does not apply to any employment contract providing for direct services to a Federal Agency by an individual or individuals. If you do not fall under this exemption, then the following wage determinations will apply:

WD 2015-4471 (Rev. -33) WD 2015-4621 (Rev. -30) WD 2015-4503 (Rev. -33) WD 2015-4625 (Rev. -30) WD 2015-4513 (Rev. -32) WD 2015-4627 (Rev. -30) WD 2015-4517 (Rev. -32) WD 2015-4631 (Rev. -30) WD 2015-4527 (Rev. -30) WD 2015-5157 (Rev. -27) WD 2015-4597 (Rev. -29) WD 2015-5169 (Rev. -27) WD 2015-4607 (Rev. -26)

The full text of a wage determination may be accessed electronically at https://sam.gov/wage-determinations.

MOBILE DISTRICT, U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

FOR

PARK ATTENDANT SERVICES

I. AVAILABLE POSITIONS & PARK DESCRIPTIONS

A. ALABAMA RIVER LAKES

1. GUNTER HILL CAMPGROUND, R.E. “BOB” WOODRUFF LAKE

2. ISAAC CREEK CAMPGROUND, CLAIBORNE LAKE

3. MILLERS FERRY CAMPGROUND, DANNELLY LAKE

B. ALLATOONA LAKE

1. PAYNE CAMPGROUND & BOAT RAMP

2. SWEETWATER CREEK CAMPGROUND

3. VICTORIA CAMPGROUND

C. LAKE SEMINOLE

1. EASTBANK CAMPGROUND

D. OKATIBBEE LAKE

1. TWILTLEY BRANCH CAMPGROUND

E. TENNESSEE TOMBIGBEE WATERWAY

1. PINEY GROVE CAMPGROUND, BAY SPRINGS

F. WALTER F. GEORGE

1. BLUFF CREEK CAMPGROUND

2. COTTON HILL CAMPGROUND

3. HARDRIDGE CREEK CAMPGROUND

4. WHITE OAK CREEK CAMPGROUND

G. WEST POINT LAKE

1. AMITY CAMPGROUND

2. HOLIDAY CAMPGROUND

3. R. SHAEFER HEARD CAMPGROUND

4. WHITETAIL RIDGE CAMPGROUND

II. GENERAL INFORMATION

A. CONTRACTING OFFICER & CONTRACTING OFFICER’S REPRESENTATIVE

B. PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE & CONTRACTOR HOURS

C. PRE-WORK CONFERENCE

D. PETS

III. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

A. CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE & PUBLIC INTERACTION

B. FEE COLLECTION, ACCOUNTING & PROCESSING

C. CLEANING & MAINTENANCE

D. LIVING AREA

E. SECURITY OF PERSONAL PROPERTY

F. LOST & FOUND

G. COOPERATION WITH OTHERS

IV. CONTRACTOR-FURNISHED EQUIPMENT & PROVISIONS

A. TEMPORARY LIVING QUARTERS

B. CONTRACTOR TRANSPORTATION

C. CONTRACTOR APPEARANCE

D. INSURANCE

E. CHANGE FUND

F. OTHER REQUIRED EQUIPMENT/SUPPLIES

V. GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED EQUIPMENT & PROVISIONS

A. CONTRACTOR SITE

B. GATEHOUSE/ENTRANCE STATION

C. COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT

D. GATEHOUSE SUPPLIES, FORMS & BROCHURES

E. CONTRACTOR IDENTIFICATION

F. KEYS

G. CLEANING SUPPLIES

VI. PAYMENT FOR PERFORMANCE

A. INVOICES

B. NON-PERFORMANCE

C. FINAL CONTRACT PAYMENTS

VII. CONTRACTOR PERFORMANCE

A. CONTRACTOR DEFICIENCIES

B. TERMINATION

VIII. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS & INFORMATION

A. SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT (SAM)

B. REPRESENTATIONS & CERTIFICATIONS

C. BONDS

D. BACKGROUND CHECKS

E. PERIOD FOR ACCEPTANCE OF OFFERS

IX. ANTITERRORISM AND OPERATIONS SECURITY (AT/OPSEC) REQUIREMENTS

A. ACCESS AND GENERAL PROTECTION/SECURITY POLICY AND PROCEDURES

B. PRE-SCREEN CANDIDATES USING E-VERIFY PROGRAM

EXHIBIT 1 - SMALL BUSINESS INVOICE

I. AVAILABLE POSITIONS & PARK DESCRIPTIONS

Park Attendant positions within the Mobile District may consist of two teams performing on a rotating days on/days off schedule or a single team working a specific numbers of days per week. Each team will consist of two persons.

Local Policies are not included in this solicitation but can be found in the “Bid Documents” on the SAM.gov website or can be obtained by contacting the appropriate project representative.

A. ALABAMA RIVER LAKES

1. GUNTER HILL CAMPGROUND, R.E. “BOB” WOODRUFF LAKE

Schedule “A” Contract Dates: 28 Feb 26 – 27 Feb 27 Pre-Work Conference: 28 Feb 26 Total Number of Performance Days: 185

Schedule “B” Contract Dates: 28 Feb 26 – 23 Feb 27 Pre-Work Conference: 28 Feb 26 Total Number of Performance Days: 181

Gunter Hill Campground is located on R.E. “Bob” Woodruff Lake, Alabama River Lakes, approximately 5 miles west of downtown Montgomery, Alabama, off U.S. Highway 80 and County Road 7. Gunter Hill contains 142 Class A campsites with water and electrical hookups. The campground is divided into two sections: Antioch and Catoma Loops. Catoma Loop has 75 sites with full hook-ups. Both sections have restrooms, laundry and shower facilities, playground, all-purpose court and group shelter. Each section has a sanitary dump station. A two-lane boat ramp is also provided in Antioch Loop. A tour of the park is approximately three miles.

2. ISAAC CREEK CAMPGROUND, CLAIBORNE LAKE

Contract Dates: 13 Mar 26 – 08 Sep 26 Pre-Work Conference: 13 Mar 26 Total Number of Performance Days: 91

Schedule “B” Contract Dates: 13 Mar 26 – 06 Sep 26 Pre-Work Conference: 13 Mar 26 Total Number of Performance Days: 89

Isaac Creek Campground is located on Claiborne Lake, Alabama River Lakes, approximately 20 miles northwest of Monroeville, Alabama, off Alabama State Highway 41 and Monroe County Road 17. Isaac Creek contains 60 Class A campsites with water and electrical hookups. Isaac Creek also contains restrooms, shower facilities, and a sanitary dump station. The Day Use Area includes boat ramps, playgrounds, three group shelters and a fish cleaning station with restrooms. There are approximately three miles of paved road in the routine patrol area.

3. MILLERS FERRY CAMPGROUND, DANNELLY LAKE

Contract Dates: 13 Mar 26 – 08 Sep 26 Pre-Work Conference: 13 Mar 26 Total Number of Performance Days: 91

Schedule “B” Contract Dates: 13 Mar 26 – 06 Sep 26 Pre-Work Conference: 13 Mar 26 Total Number of Performance Days: 8

Millers Ferry Campground is located on William “Bill” Dannelly Reservoir, Alabama River Lakes, approximately 11 miles west of Camden, Alabama, off Alabama State Highway 28.

Millers Ferry contains 66 Class A campsites with water and electrical hookups and nine Class “C” primitive campsites. Millers Ferry Campground contains restrooms, shower facilities, a two-lane boat ramp, a sanitary dump station, playground, multipurpose court, and a group shelter.

There are two Day Use facilities located adjacent to the campground. East Bank Beach contains a swimming beach, playground, and two group shelters. Training Dike Park contains one group shelter, a playground, and a waterborne toilet. There are approximately three miles of paved road in the routine patrol area. Approximate round trip mileage to Bridgeport Beach is 20 miles (Bridgeport Beach shelter is reserved no more than 5 times during contract period).

B. ALLATOONA LAKE

1. PAYNE CAMPGROUND & BOAT RAMP

Contract Dates: 02 Mar 26 – 09 Sep 26 Pre-Work Conference: 02-05 Mar 26 Total Number of Performance Days: 98

Schedule “B”

Pre-Work Conference: 02-05 Mar 26 Total Number of Performance Days: 93

Payne Campground & Boat Ramp has 60 campsites and a boat ramp with 88 boat trailer parking spaces and 38 car parking spaces. It is located approximately seven miles from Acworth, Georgia. All sites, except 11, have water and 50-amp electricity. While the boat ramp serves the campground, it is also open to the public. Other amenities include sanitary dump station, beach, restroom with showers. The total mileage for one inspection tour is approximately 1.5 miles.

Approximate roundtrip mileage to the Post Office from this park is 16 miles.

2. SWEETWATER CREEK CAMPGROUND

Pre-Work Conference: 02-05 Mar 26 Total Number of Performance Days: 95

Schedule “B” Contract Dates: 02 Mar 26 – 09 Sep 26 Pre-Work Conference: 02-05 Mar 26 Total Number of Performance Days: 96

Sweetwater Campground located approximately 10 miles from Canton, Georgia has 149 campsites and a group area with 9 campsites and a shelter. Approximately 2/3 of the campsites have water and 50-amp electricity. Other amenities include sanitary dump station, beach, launching ramp, courtesy dock, playground, and two restrooms with showers. The total mileage for one inspection tour is approximately 5 miles. Approximate roundtrip mileage to the Post Office from this park is 20 miles. Attendants will also open the gates to Sweetwater Day Use from time to time in the absence of attendants/volunteers.

3. VICTORIA CAMPGROUND

Contract Dates: 02 Mar 26 – 19 Oct 26 Pre-Work Conference: 02-05 Mar 26 Total Number of Performance Days: 117

Schedule “B” Contract Dates: 02 Mar 26 - 19 Oct 26 Pre-Work Conference: 02-05 Mar 26 Total Number of Performance Days: 114

Victoria Campground has 74 campsites and is located approximately 10 miles from Woodstock, Georgia. Victoria Campground consist of 73 class “A” sites w/electricity/water and 1 class “C” site w/water only. Other amenities include: two sanitary dump stations, beach, playground, and two restroom facilities with showers. The total mileage for one inspection tour is approximately 1.2 miles. Approximate roundtrip mileage to the Post Office from this park is 20 miles.

C. LAKE SEMINOLE

1. EASTBANK CAMPGROUND

Contract Dates: 18 Mar 26 – 13 Sep 26 Pre-Work Conference: 18-19 Mar 26 Total Number of Performance Days: 92

Schedule “B” Contract Dates: 18 Mar 26 – 11 Sept 26 Pre-Work Conference: 18-19 Mar 26 Total Number of Performance Days: 90

Eastbank Campground consists of approximately 65 acres of grassy and wooded areas.

There are 64 sites in the campground, 62 of which have water and electrical hookups available.

The campground has newly rebuilt boat ramp and fish cleaning station, two bathhouses, laundry facility, group shelter, horseshoes, shuffleboard, volleyball court, and hiking trails. The campground has two miles of paved roads and is located ½ of a mile from the Resource Management Office; ¾ mile north of Chattahoochee, FL; 45 miles west of Tallahassee, Florida;

25 miles east of Marianna, Florida; and 23 miles southeast of Bainbridge, Georgia. Post office is 1 mile away from campground, as well as convenient stores, commercial eateries, and gas stations.

D. OKATIBBEE LAKE

1. TWILTLEY BRANCH CAMPGROUND

Contract Dates: 01 Mar 26 – 30 Sep 26 Pre-Work Conference: 01 Mar 26 Total Number of Performance Days: 108

Schedule “B” Contract Dates: 01 Mar 26 – 30 Sep 26 Pre-Work Conference: 01 Mar 26 Total Number of Performance Days: 107

Twiltley Branch Campground is located on Okatibbee Lake. Twiltley Branch Campground consist of 64 campsites, 52 class “A” sites with electricity and water and 12 class “C” sites with water only. The campground also has three large group sites. The campground is located approximately ten miles north of Meridian, MS. off Hwy 19 in the small community of Collinsville, Ms. Collinsville Day Use Area is located next to the Twiltley Branch Campground entrance (less than 1/8th of a mile from campground gate). The Collinsville Day Use Area consists of a beach, boat ramp, picnic shelter, rest room, and numerous picnic sites. The

Gatehouse is located 3.5 miles from the Okatibbee Resource Management Office and 2.4 miles from the nearest bank and post office, located in Collinsville, MS.

E. TENNESSEE-TOMBIGBEE WATERWAY

1. PINEY GROVE CAMPGROUND, BAY SPRINGS

Contract Dates: 25 Feb 26 – 20 Sep 26 Pre-Work Conference: 25-28 Feb 26 Total Number of Performance Days: 106

Schedule “B” Contract Dates: 25 Feb 25 - 24 Sep 26 Pre-Work Conference: 25-28 Feb 26 Total Number of Performance Days: 106

The campground contains 141 class A sites with full electrical and water. Each site has gray stone impact area providing a grill, picnic table, lantern holder, and concrete food preparation table. Each site also has an asphalt spur for parking a recreational vehicle. The campground also contains three shower buildings, laundry building, fish-cleaning building, one tot-lot playground, two multi-use courts, pavilion, dump station, two fishing piers, and boat ramp. The campground is located in Tishomingo County, Mississippi on the North end of the Tennessee Tombigbee Waterway. The total mileage for one round trip tour through the campground is 2.2 miles. It is approximately 30 miles round trip to the nearest banking facility.

F. WALTER F. GEORGE

1. BLUFF CREEK CAMPGROUND

Pre-Work Conference: 18-20 Mar 26 Total Number of Performance Days: 92

Schedule “B” Contract Dates: 18 Mar 26 – 13 Sep 26 Pre-Work Conference: 18-20 Mar 26 Total Number of Performance Days: 91

Bluff Creek Campground is located on Walter F. George Lake. Bluff Creek Campground consists of 88 campsites with electric and water hookups. The campground is located approximately 25 miles south of Columbus, GA off Highway 165. Round trip mileage through the park is approximately two miles. Approximate round trip mileage to the nearest bank or post office from this park is 10 miles. This campground is located in the Eastern Time Zone.

2. COTTON HILL CAMPGROUND

Pre-Work Conference: 18-20 Mar 26 Total Number of Performance Days: 92

Schedule “B” Contract Dates: 18 Mar 26 – 13 Sep 26 Pre-Work Conference: 18-20 Mar 26 Total Number of Performance Days: 91

Cotton Hill Campground is located on Walter F. George Lake. Cotton Hill Campground consists of 94 campsites with electric/water/sewer hookups and 10 primitive tent only sites with electric. The campground is located approximately eight miles north of Ft. Gaines, Georgia off Highway 39. Round trip mileage through the park is approximately 3.5 miles. Approximate round trip mileage to the nearest bank or post office from this park is 18 miles. This campground is located in the Eastern Time Zone.

3. HARDRIDGE CREEK CAMPGROUND

Contract Dates: 18 Mar 26 – 13 Sep 26 Pre-Work Conference: 18-20 Mar 26 Total Number of Performance Days: 92

Schedule “B” Contract Dates: 18 Mar 26 – 13 Sep 26 Pre-Work Conference: 18-20 Mar 26 Total Number of Performance Days: 91

Hardridge Creek Campground is located on Walter F. George Lake. Hardridge Creek Campground consists of 57 campsites with electric and water hookups, and 20 sites with electric, water, and sewer hookups. The campground is located approximately 18 miles south of Eufaula, AL, off Highway 431 on Highway 97. Round trip mileage through the park is approximately 3.5 miles. Approximate round trip mileage to the nearest bank or post office from this park is 20 miles. This campground is located in the Central Time Zone.

4. WHITE OAK CREEK CAMPGROUND

Pre-Work Conference: 18-20 Mar 26 Total Number of Performance Days: 92

Schedule “B”

Pre-Work Conference: 18-20 Mar 26 Total Number of Performance Days: 91

White Oak Creek Campground is located on Walter F. George Lake. White Oak Creek Campground consists of 130 campsites with electric and water hookups. The campground is located approximately 10 miles south of Eufaula, Alabama off Highway 431 on Highway 95.

Round trip mileage through the park is approximately four miles. Approximate round trip mileage to the nearest bank or post office from this park is 22 miles. Attendants will open and close gates to White Oak Day Use Area across the road from the campground each morning and night. This campground is located in the Central Time Zone.

G. WEST POINT LAKE

1. AMITY CAMPGROUND

Contract Dates: 12 Mar 26 – 08 Sept 26 Pre-Work Conference: 12-13, 16-17 Mar 26 Total Number of Performance Days: 84

Schedule “B” Contract Dates: 12 Mar 26 – 08 Sept 26 Pre-Work Conference: 12-13, 16-17 Mar 26 Total Number of Performance Days: 83

Amity Campground is located approximately seven miles north of the city of West Point, Georgia, off Stateline Road, (Chambers County Road 212) on the west side of West Point Lake.

The campground contains 75 campsites of which 72 have water and electrical hookups. The park has two shower houses each with a coin operated washer and dryer, two boat ramps, a sanitary disposal station, seven restrooms, basketball and tennis courts, softball field, nature trail, and a playground. Total distance for one complete tour of the park is approximately 7.5 miles.

2. HOLIDAY CAMPGROUND

Contract Dates: 12 Mar 26 – 08 Sept 26 Pre-Work Conference: 12-13, 16-17 Mar 26 Total Number of Performance Days: 92

Schedule “B” Contract Dates: 12 Mar 26 – 08 Sept 26 Pre-Work Conference: 12-13, 16-17 Mar 26 Total Number of Performance Days: 89

Holiday Campground is located approximately 12 miles west of LaGrange, Georgia, off Highway 109 in Troup County, Georgia. The campground provides 112 campsites and two group camping areas. Amenities include three shower houses, each with a coin operated washer and dryer, two boat ramps, a sanitary disposal station, eleven restrooms, tennis court, basketball court, softball field, and a playground. Total distance for one tour of the park is approximately 13 miles. Attendants will work a rotational four day on/four day off schedule which includes holidays and weekends.

3. R. SHAEFER HEARD CAMPGROUND

Contract Dates: 19 Feb 26 – 01 Nov 26 Pre-Work Conference: 19-20, 23-24 Feb 25 Total Number of Performance Days: 128

Schedule “B” Contract Dates: 19 Feb 26 – 01 Nov 26 Pre-Work Conference: 19-20, 23-24 Feb 25 Total Number of Performance Days: 128

R. Shaefer Heard Campground is located approximately four miles north of West Point, Georgia, off U.S. Highway 29, on the southeast side of West Point Lake in Troup County, Georgia. The campground has 117 campsites, all with water and electrical hookups. Amenities include an amphitheater, a boat ramp, two shower houses, each with a coin operated washer and dryer, a sanitary disposal station, a playground, and five restrooms. A softball field and a tennis court are located just outside the park entrance. Total distance for one complete tour of the park is approximately 5 miles.

4. WHITETAIL RIDGE CAMPGROUND

Contract Dates: 19 Feb 26 – 01 Nov 26 Pre-Work Conference: 19-20, 23-24 Feb 25 Total Number of Performance Days: 125

Schedule “B” Contract Dates: 19 Feb 26 – 01 Nov 26 Pre-Work Conference: 19-20, 23-24 Feb 25 Total Number of Performance Days: 124

Whitetail Ridge Campground is located approximately 10 miles west of LaGrange, Georgia, off Highway 109 in Troup County, Georgia. The campground provides 58 campsites, all with water and electrical hookups. Park facilities include two shower houses, each with a coin operated washer and dryer, boat ramp, nature trail, one restroom and a sanitary disposal station. Total distance for one complete tour of the park is approximately 2.5 miles. Park Attendant Contractors will be required to collect credit card fees.

II. GENERAL INFORMATION

The Contractor must provide a two (2) person team, at least the legal age of majority in the state where the work will be performed, and who are both physically and mentally capable of performing the contractual responsibilities specified here and in Local Policies provided at the project, for the duration of the contract.

Services include, but are not necessarily limited to, furnishing all labor, equipment, fuel, transportation, tools and supplies (except as otherwise noted herein as government furnished) necessary to provide the specified services for the duration of the contract period.

At locations utilizing the reservation system, Recreation 1 Stop (R1S) ™, potential contractors must possess basic computer skills (ability to operate preinstalled programs on a government-furnished computer through the use of a keyboard and/or mouse). R1S™ is an internet-based computer program used for registering campers, tracking fees and processing reservations. All contractors will be oriented to the applicable programs and associated equipment.

Contractors are prohibited from unilaterally terminating, abandoning or prematurely ending any government contract. If a Contractor unilaterally terminates a government contract, the Government reserves the right, in its sole discretion, 1) to terminate the contract for cause and seek re-procurement costs, 2) in lieu of termination, to not consider the contractor for any other gate attendant contract within Mobile District for a full season, or 3) in lieu of termination, to modify and closeout the contract due to extenuating circumstances. An example of a full season is, if a contractor unilaterally terminates a contract in Spring-Summer 2023, then they may not be considered for any another gate attendant contract until Fall 2024-Winter 2025.

Prior to award of a contract, if a bidder refuses an acceptance by the Government, they may not be considered for any other gate attendant contract within Mobile District for a full season. For example, if a bidder refuses an acceptance by the Government in Spring-Summer 2025, then they shall not be considered for any another gate attendant contract until Fall 2026- Winter 2027.

Award will be made to the responsible bidder whose proposal is found to be most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered. The Government reserves the right to award to other than the low bid. The Government reserves the right to reject any and all offers.

A. CONTRACTING OFFICER & CONTRACTING OFFICER’S REPRESENTATIVE

The term “Contracting Officer” (KO) means the person having authority to enter into, administer or terminate contracts and make related determinations and findings. Contracting Officers are responsible for ensuring performance of all necessary actions for effective contracting, ensuring compliance with the terms of the contract and safeguarding interests of the United States in its contractual relationships.

The term “Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR)” shall be a person or persons at the field locations designated by the Contracting Officer. The COR represents and reports to the Contracting Officer.

B. PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE & CONTRACTOR HOURS

1. Contractors shall work according to the performance schedule and hours specified in the Local Policies provided by the project for which they bid and are awarded. The COR has the authority to change scheduled performance days and hours as deemed necessary;

however, only the Contracting Officer may amend the contract for permanent schedule changes.

2. The COR will give the Contractor at least a 24-hour notice of schedule changes initiated by his/her office.

3. On scheduled performance days, both members of the performing contractor team must be present within the park at all times except as noted herein, and the park attendant station (also referred to as a gatehouse) must be continuously staffed by at least one member of the team during hours outlined in Local Policies provided by the project. One member of the performing contractor team may leave the park during non-peak performance hours to make the required bank deposit.

4. During non-peak performance hours of scheduled days, the performing contractor team must be continuously present within, or in the immediate vicinity of, their designated contractor living quarters, and available to provide customer support as needed. Customer support includes, but is not limited to, summoning medical or other emergency assistance and opening gates to allow those claiming an emergency to leave and/or allow emergency vehicles into the park.

C. PRE-WORK CONFERENCE

All successful bidders shall attend a pre-work conference prior to the beginning of the contract. The conference will provide guidance on R1S™ computer use, issuing user permits and receipts, collecting and accounting for user fees, operating applicable equipment and computer programs, processing credit card transactions, reserving facilities (if applicable), recording pertinent data, and customers care issues. An overview of contractor responsibilities and policies outlined in the contract and the Project’s Park Attendant Guide will be presented.

NOTE: Contractors shall be required to demonstrate their ability to proficiently operate required computer programs and equipment, as applicable.

D. PETS

For park in which pets are permitted, contractors shall comply with Title 36, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 327.11 (Control of Animals) which includes:

1. Contractors shall keep pets restricted to the interior of the living quarters or otherwise physically restrained by a leash not longer than six (6) foot at all times. The Operations Project Manager will have the option of approving portable cages or containers for temporary (daytime) outdoor confinement of pets.

2. Contractor shall restrain pets to prevent contact with visitors. Except for service animals, pets are prohibited in or near the gatehouse (NO EXCEPTIONS).

3. Contractors shall be responsible for daily cleanup and proper disposal of pet waste.

4. The COR may require the removal of pets that are disruptive and impact park operations (barking dogs, aggressive behavior, etc.)

5. Contractors shall keep pets clean, free of foul odors and have all vaccinations current and shall maintain current records.

6. Contractors shall be liable for any damage to government facilities, damage to park visitors’ property, or personal injuries caused by their pets.

7. Failure to comply with these provisions could result in termination of the contract.

III. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Contractor general responsibilities include, but are not limited to: providing information and assistance to the public, conducting inspection tours of the park and its facilities, controlling access to the park; opening and closing gates, monitoring visitor compliance with visitation and quiet hours, issuing user permits, reserving sites and facilities, posting reservation signs, registration of campers and visitors if applicable, and fee collection and remittance reporting according to prescribed procedures. All contractual provisions shall be performed to the satisfaction of the Contracting Officer or COR. Time and duties vary by Project.

A. CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE & PUBLIC INTERACTION

The primary role of a Park Attendant Contractor is first and foremost to courteously assist visitors and secondly to tactfully and respectfully inform customers of the rules and regulations in an attempt to gain compliance. Contractors are NOT rule and regulation enforcement personnel and shall not argue with, threaten, or badger uncooperative visitors. Contractors shall not attempt to detain, apprehend, or search any visitor or personal property. Contractors shall not use profanity in the presence of the public, project personnel, or other contractors. Contractor shall notify and inform Ranger on Duty of all problems encountered.

1. Contractor must be able to interpret and comply with Title 36, CFR, Chapter III, Part 327, “Rules and Regulations Governing Public Use of Corps of Engineers Water Resource Projects,” as well as, park-specific policies, rules and requirements. Contractor shall act as point of contact for the visiting public for reporting emergencies and/or violations of low. Attendants shall assist public with information by answering telephones and questions at the gate house. Contractor shall report to Ranger on Duty all accidents, violations of law, disturbances, and situations that could affect the health and/or safety of the visiting public. Serious or life-threatening incidents and/or emergencies shall be reported first to 9- 1-1 and then to the Ranger on Duty. In the event Contractors are unable to contact a Park Ranger, they shall contact local law enforcement officers, and then report the incident to a Park Ranger as soon as possible. Rangers will handle each case on its own merit, in accordance with Corps Visitor Assistance Regulations and training. Contractors shall not attempt to direct, manipulate undermine, oppose, impede or “second-guess” decisions made by Rangers.

2. Contractors shall greet customers in a friendly manner as they arrive at the park, and distribute information, such as pamphlets, brochures, maps, park rules and regulations, and project information, as needed or as directed by the Operations Project Manager. Contractors shall assist visitors courteously and professionally, as necessary, by locating facilities, sites, park features and local attractions.

3. Contractor shall inform customers of park quiet hours and visitor hours as they enter the park. Contractors shall courteously ask visitors to depart at closing time and report violations immediately to Ranger on Duty.

4. Contractors shall deliver emergency and non-emergency messages to park users in accordance with Project policy. Contractors shall immediately assist the public by summoning medical or emergency assistance when an emergency is observed or reported, and then contact a Park Ranger to report such incidents.

5. Without exception, Contractors shall immediately open park gates for those claiming a need to leave for emergency reasons, and/or for those users who demand to be let out of the park. Contractors shall also open gates to allow emergency vehicles access to the park and customers Contractors shall open and close campground and day-use area gates as required by the applicable Local Policies. They shall also oversee picnic pavilions and multi-use courts, including turning power on or off and posting reservations for both pavilions and individual campsites, as applicable.

6. Contractors shall maintain a daily log of park activities, including, but not limited to: accidents, incidents, emergencies, complaints, and problems. Contractors shall maintain a written record of vehicles entering the park with Courtesy Passes, if applicable, and a separate record of other vehicles entering the park for other purposes (e.g. maintenance contractors, law enforcement personnel, utility workers, service vehicles, etc.). Contractors shall report complaints and incidents to Ranger on Duty. Records shall be turned into project management personnel as instructed.

7. Contractors shall at all times present a courteous and helpful attitude toward all visitors and shall refrain from any conduct which reflects unfavorably on the Corps of Engineers. Contractors shall not discriminate against customers on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, or disabilities.

8. During performance dates and hours, Contractors shall remain within hearing distance of government-furnished communications equipment (except when responding to emergencies, if no portable units are provided). The gatehouse or entrance station shall be locked whenever unattended.

9. Contractors may seek permission for concealed carry of firearms from the

Commander; however, the Commander’s letter of permission only applies during off duty hours, with restrictions as set forth in the letter of permission. While on duty, Contractors shall not carry firearms in their vehicles or on their persons at any time, nor shall firearms be allowed in gatehouses.

B. FEE COLLECTION, ACCOUNTING & PROCESSING

Contractors shall maintain all records necessary for the administration of the user fee program including, but not limited to: computerized registration and reservation program such as R1S™, credit card scanners and printers, User Fee Permits (ENG Form 4457), Electronic Cash Registers, Cash Collection Vouchers (DD 1131), Remittance Registers (ENG 3313), rosters, campsite status boards, passes, etc. IT IS ILLEGAL TO DUPLICATE GOVERNMENT KEYS

AND FORMS (REGISTRATION CARDS, CAMPER PASSES, ETC.). Guidance is provided at the pre-work conference.

1. Contractors shall collect a variety of user fees as specified in the applicable Local Policies for campers, visitors, and day users. Fees collected shall be properly secured. Cash on hand must at all times correspond with permit and related records. There shall not be co-mingling of personal cash with fees collected by Contractors except where Local Policies require Contractors to provide a change fund. Contractors must comply with the Corps’ audit procedures.

2. Contractors, where applicable, shall administer and collect fees for picnic pavilion reservations and campsite reservations. This may include coordinating with the local Project Office, utilizing R1S™, managing reservations, collecting user fees and issuing receipts to the customers.

3. Contractors shall operate the R1S™ computerized reservation system at participating locations. Contractors may be required to operate credit card machinery, and/or electronic cash registers. These methods assist in the collection and tracking of recreation user fees and reservations using computers, electronic hardware and programs supplied by the government.

4. User fees and records shall be subject to audit by Government personnel at all times. Monies and credit card charges on hand must agree with permits sold. The responsible contractor must reconcile all discrepancies.

5. Contractors operating in recreation areas that accept cash shall convert cash collected to cashier’s check or money order (made payable to R1S™; Finance & Accounting Officer, Mobile District Corp of Engineers; or as otherwise officially specified) and mail converted fees and specified documentation to a Corps authorized account via certified mail.

Alternately, Contractors may be required to deposit user fees directly into an approved U.S.

Treasury Department account or submit funds to Project Ranger staff for remittance. Contractors are responsible for the cost of converting fees into a money order or cashier’s check. Contractors shall process all required documentation, such as cash collection vouchers, deposit slips and remittance registers (either R1S™ or generated or manually completed) in accordance with Corps policies. Contractors shall be responsible for the cost of certified postage, as well as, preparation time, travel time, reproduction expenses, and transportation costs. If fee transportation to a bank or Project Office is required, the approximate round-trip mileage will be stated in Section I “Available Positions & Park Descriptions.” Compensation for these items must be included as a part of the potential Contractor’s bid price.

6. Contractors shall take precautions to ensure personal safety and security of fees according to prescribed procedures. Where provided, an approved safe shall be used by the Contractors to secure all user fees. Cash drawer funds should not exceed $250 at any time. Transfer of fees to a bank, lock-box account, or to authorized project personnel shall be required no less than once a week or at any time cash on hand exceeds $5,000.00.

7. At authorized locations, Contractors shall issue Annual Day Use and/or

America the Beautiful passes to eligible individuals and complete documentation according to prescribed procedures.

C. CLEANING & MAINTENANCE

Contractors shall maintain the park gatehouse and immediate surroundings in a clean, orderly, and sanitary condition at all times. This shall include, but not be limited to, daily sweeping, dusting, washing windows, and properly disposing of trash. General maintenance of all shrubbery beds in the vicinity of the gatehouse shall be part of this contract.

Other more specific cleaning duties are found in the park description and Local

Policies.

D. LIVING AREA

Contractors shall maintain their assigned motor home/trailer site and adjacent living areas in a clean, clutter-free, sanitary condition at all times. No dog pens, horse corrals, poultry cages, or similar facilities for pets or raising of animals will be allowed, except as provided for in the subsection titled “Pets”. No washers, dryers, or excessive personal items will be permitted outside the contractor’s living quarters. Landscaping (garden and flowering plants) around contractors’ assigned site may be allowed after prior approval of the Operations Project Manager.

E. SECURITY OF PERSONAL PROPERTY

Security of contractor’s living quarters and all personal property shall remain the contractor’s responsibility throughout the duration of the contract. The Government accepts no responsibility or liability for damage to, or theft of, contractor’s property.

F. LOST & FOUND

Reports of lost items, and items turned in as found, shall be forwarded to a Park Ranger, who will handle in accordance with Title 36 provisions.

G. COOPERATION WITH OTHERS

Contractors shall cooperate with other Contractors, Volunteers, Corps of Engineers employees, Government contractors and law enforcement personnel. Contractors shall allow Corps employees and Government contractors to utilize communication facilities furnished by the government for official business. Government contractors shall be allowed to enter the park to perform their duties. Contractors shall maintain a congenial relationship with each other, including verbal and written communications as necessary to comply with the terms of the contract. Contractors shall not direct the performance of another contractor. If the performance of another contractor is questionable, the Project Office should be contacted.

IV. CONTRACTOR-FURNISHED EQUIPMENT & PROVISIONS

Items specified in this section should be included in the bid price.

A. TEMPORARY LIVING QUARTERS

1. Contractor shall furnish a factory-built, “self-contained” recreational vehicle (RV) of the travel trailer or motor home type to serve as temporary living quarters for the duration of the contract.

2. The unit shall be equipped with electrical hookup not to exceed 110 volts and shall be at least 18 feet in length. Maximum size of the trailer or motor home shall be determined by physical limitations of the site furnished. However, contents of the trailer must remain in the trailer and restrooms/showers must be usable.

3. Pickup shell-type campers, pop-up tent trailers, tents, mini-travel trailers, mobile homes, converted buses, or other RV’s which do not meet size requirements, or the “self-contained” classification as determined by inspection of the Operations Project Manager or his/her representative, will not be acceptable.

4. The contractor team shall be the sole occupants of their site. Other family members and friends shall not reside with the contractor.

5. Overnight visitors of the contractor may stay in the contractor’s living quarters. Visitors, including family and friends, shall not enter the gatehouse at any time. Visitors having their own camping equipment shall occupy a regular campsite and receive no preferential treatment by the contractor in regard to fees, site assignments or Corps and Project policies. Visitors shall not utilize attendant site hook-ups. Operations Project Managers and their authorized representatives may limit the number of visitors and length of stays.

B. CONTRACTOR TRANSPORTATION

Contractors shall provide and maintain a fully operational vehicle, which can be utilized independently of their RV, for purposes of personal or contract-related duties.

1. All motor vehicles, including motor bikes and similar vehicles used contractors, shall be properly licensed, “street legal”, comply with all applicable state laws, and shall be operated in a safe and legal manner.

2. Vehicles used for park patrols shall be in good condition, free from slogans, advertising, and offensive materials.

3. Minimum liability insurance must be carried, as required by the state law where the contract is performed or as otherwise specified in contract clauses. The insurance must be effective throughout the contract period.

4. Contract shall provide fuel necessary to perform tasks in the General Duties and those specified by Local Policies.

C. CONTRACTOR APPEARANCE

Contractors shall promote a professional image through their personal appearance and actions. While on duty, contractors shall dress neatly, in properly fitting, clean clothing, in an acceptable condition (no holes, patches, or signs of “wear” such as fading, missing buttons, broken zippers, stains, or fraying). Bermuda-style shorts or knickers may be allowed, but excessively short and/or tight pants and skirts, swimwear, undershirts, tank tops, halter tops, cutoff shirts, sandals, thongs and similar attire will not be allowed. Only caps/hats provided by the Operations Project Manager’s Office may be worn while on duty. Some projects may require contractors wear uniforms purchased at their own expense in accordance with prescribed policy. DO NOT purchase uniforms prior to the pre-work conference.

D. INSURANCE

The contractor, contractor’s employees, and all associated sub-contractors’ employees shall procure and maintain during the entire period of his performance under this contract the following minimum insurance in accordance with the Additional Contract Requirements.

Comprehensive Automobile Liability Insurance:

Bodily injury coverage with minimum limits of $250,000 per person and $500,000 per occurrence.

Property Damage Coverage with a minimum limit of $25,000 per occurrence.

At all times during performance, the contractor, contractor’s employees, and all associated sub-contractors’ employees shall maintain with the Contracting Officer a current Certificate of Insurance showing at least the insurance required above and providing 30 days written notice to the Contracting Officer by the insurance Company prior to cancellation or material change in policy coverage. Current Certificate of Insurance shall be furnished to the Contracting Officer no later than 30 days prior to contract award.

E. CHANGE FUND

Some Projects may require Contractors to provide a $150 change fund prior to the start of the contract. In these instances, Contractors must adhere to local audit policies to identify these funds.

F. OTHER REQUIRED EQUIPMENT/SUPPLIES

In addition to the aforementioned, Contractors shall furnish any other equipment and/or supplies as specified by Local Policies.

V. GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED EQUIPMENT & PROVISIONS

A. CONTRACTOR SITE

The Government will furnish an approved site for a factory-built, self-contained trailer or motor home with electrical (110 volts), water and sewage hookups, free of charge. Occupancy of this site is limited to contractor’s camping unit and personal vehicles only. Contractors may be required to obtain an off-premise postal box, at their own expense.

B. GATEHOUSE/ENTRANCE STATION

1. Unless otherwise specified, gatehouse entrance stations shall be shared between two sets of contractor teams on alternate performance schedules.

2. Only those persons under contract as contractors (on scheduled performance days), and properly identified and authorized Corps employees, shall be permitted inside the non-public portion of the gatehouse.

3. Customers, visitors and contractor’s guests (including family members) shall only be allowed in the public area of gatehouses. Some gatehouses do not have indoor public areas.

4. Only certified service animals are permitted in/or adjacent to gatehouses.

5. No tobacco or tobacco substitute products (e.g. electronic cigarettes) are permitted inside gatehouses/entrance stations. At the Operations Project Manager’s option, contractors on duty may be allowed to smoke in designated areas adjacent to the gatehouse provided cigarettes/cigar ashes and butts are properly disposed.

6. Contractor shall not solicit, advertise, sell or offer to sell any unauthorized goods or services to campers or visitors on public property (CFR Title 36, Section 327.18).

C. COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT

The Government, as appropriate, will provide sufficient communications equipment, including portable radios and telephone equipment. Government provided radios/telephones shall be used for official business only and/or to summon emergency assistance for customers. All use of such equipment shall be in compliance with FCC and Corps regulations and instructions.

D. GATEHOUSE SUPPLIES, FORMS & BROCHURES

User fee permits, documentation forms, rosters, note paper, pens, computer hardware, software, cash registers, and handout materials such as maps, brochures, information pamphlets, copies of Title 36…

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