Solicitation_Amendment_0001_W9127N18R0019.pdf

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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

Project Title: Grounds Services for Bonneville Lock and Dam Project The purpose of this solicitation amendment is to:

(1) Revise portions of the Performance Work Statement. Revisions are indicated w ith red text. Revisions w ere made to the follow ing paragraphs: 5.2, 5.3, 5.4, 5.5, and 8.7.3.

(2) Add clause 52.219-14 – Limitations on Subcontracting.

(3) Amend the Offer due Date in SF 1449 Section 8 to 02:00 PM 12 Jan 2018.

(4) Amend the Solicitation point of contact in SF 1449 Section 7 to Kathryn New house at 503-808-4620.

All other terms and conditions remain unchanged. The Offeror shall submit a signed copy of this amendment w ith their proposal package.

1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

1 14

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

16C. DATE SIGNED

BY 04-Jan-2018

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 W9127N18R0019

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

12-Dec-2017

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 X is extended, 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

04-Jan-2018

CODE

USACE PORTLAND DISTRICT

333 SW 1ST AVE

PORTLAND OR 97204-3440

W9127N 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than item 6)

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.

CODE

See Item 6

FACILITY CODECODE

EMAIL:TEL:

W9127N18R0019

SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

SECTION SF 1449 - CONTINUATION SHEET

SOLICITATION/CONTRACT FORM

The required response date/time has changed from 11-Jan-2018 02:00 PM to 12-Jan-2018 02:00 PM.

The following have been added by reference:

52.219-14

The following have been modified:

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT FOR

Grounds Services For

Bonneville Lock and Dam Project Multnomah County, Oregon and Skamania County, Washington

1.0 General Statement.

US Army Corps of Engineers, Portland District is soliciting for grounds maintenance services for the Bonneville Lock and Dam, located in Multnomah County, Oregon and Skamania County, Washington. The Contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, vehicles, supervision, and other items and services necessary to perform grounds services as defined in this Performance Work Statement (PWS).

Bonneville Lock and Dam’s philosophy is to use natural landscaping techniques to maintain the site to create a landscape that is healthy, resource-efficient, sustainable, and cost-effective to manage. The Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) is the steward of the lands and waters at Corps water resources projects. The Corps’ Natural Resources Management Mission is to manage and conserve those natural resources, consistent with ecosystem management principles, while providing quality public outdoor recreation experiences to serve the needs of present and future generations.

This is a firm fixed price contract for a base year plus four option years to be exercised at the discretion of the Government. The period of performance for the base year will be 1 February 2018 through 31 January 2019. The following option year period of performances are outlined within the delivery/performance schedule of this requirement.

2.0 Definitions. Throughout this PWS terms are defined as follows:

Acceptable Quality Level (AQL): Acceptable Quality Level equals the performance standards listed in Section 5.0. The Contractor must re-perform all unsatisfactory work unless excused by the QAE.

Bonneville Lock and Dam (BLD): The destination of where the contract is to take place.

Contracting Officer (KO): The Government employee who is authorized to enter into, administer, and/or terminate contracts and make related determinations and findings.

Contracting Officers Representative (COR): An individual designated in accordance with subsection 201.602-2 of the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement and authorized in writing by the Contracting Officer to perform specific technical or administrative functions. The COR is not authorized to make any commitments or changes that will affect price, quality, quantity, delivery, or any other term or condition of the contract.

Contract Discrepancy Report (CDR): A written record of unsatisfactory performance by the Contractor as observed by the Quality Assurance Evaluator (QAE).

Quality Assurance Evaluator (QAE): The Government employees responsible for checking Contractor performance. The QAE may also be the COR.

3.0 The Government will furnish:

The Government shall furnish without cost to the Contractor the following items to be used only in connection with the performance of the work:

Employee parking Bonneville parking tag, identification badges, and access cards/keys Access to potable water and bathroom facilities Debris and invasive/noxious weed disposal sites If requested, the Contractor will be allowed to place an approved storage container within the project operations area near Tanner Creek in an area approximately 40’ x 15’

Contractor’s employees shall NOT operate Government-owned vehicles or other BLD project equipment.

4.0 The Contractor shall furnish:

The Contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, vehicles, supervision, and other items and services necessary to perform grounds services as defined in this PWS at Bonneville Lock and Dam in Multnomah County, Oregon and Skamania County, Washington.

Equipment shall be industrial grade and in good mechanical condition. The Contractor shall provide equipment list (make, brand, model, and current documentation of recent safety inspection for each piece of equipment) for approval 10 days after contract award and prior to commencement of services, or to be provided at the post award Pre-Work Meeting, whichever one comes first. The contractor is required to follow USACE 385-1-1 safety manual for all equipment.

Mowers shall be equipped with safety chains or other protective devices and used in a manner to prevent flying objects from striking persons or damaging property. All mowing equipment shall be accomplished with either a self-propelled, tractor mounted rotary or flail-type mowers, string trimmers, hand tools, and equipment as applicable to meet the performance outcome. Sickle-type mowers may be used only with prior written approval of the COR. Mowers shall have slides or turf-type wheels which prevent tearing or plowing turf. The Contractor shall have sufficient equipment available to mow each area.

Effective spark arresting exhaust mufflers shall be maintained on all power equipment used in performance of work under this contract.

All equipment shall be clean when it arrives at Bonneville Lock and Dam. Cleaned equipment must be free of clinging seeds, soils, vegetative matter, and debris that may harbor propagules of any plant. At times, masses of weed seeds may accumulate on machinery. Seed accumulations larger than a pint shall be disposed of in sealed bags and placed in an approved waste receptacle.

5.0 Performance Standards and Requirements (Also see Summary in Paragraph 6.0).

The Contractor shall maintain the grounds as indicated in “Maps of Grounds” in the Attachments listed in Section 10.0. The Contractor shall provide sufficient personnel, equipment, and material to adequately maintain the premises at an acceptable level as outlined in this contract. Work may occur between 0700 hours to 1700 hours on any of the days Monday – Friday. Work outside of this time frame shall be coordinated at least 24hrs in advance with the COR. The Contractor shall maintain these areas in accordance with these guidelines and shall abide by all Federal, State, and municipal regulations.

The following guidelines describe what is considered acceptable for intended services under this contract.

The Contractor, through innovation, technology, or other means, shall perform the necessary grounds maintenance services in order to meet the quality and performance standards at frequencies determined by the Contractor.

Beds: Areas containing colorful flowers, shrubs, trees, and historic plants. Beds are highly visible to the public.

Dead Plants: Vegetation/turf or parts of vegetation that are no longer exhibiting new signs of growth during the growing season.

Debris: Scattered remains of vegetation, wood, and litter.

Edging: Turf shall not exceed beyond the curb or sidewalk. The turf shall maintain a groove from the edge not less than 0.25 inches but no greater than 0.5 inches wide, and up to 1.0 to 1.5 inch deep channel to give a manicured and professional appearance.

Fertilizer: Any compound that is organic and approved by the COR in writing prior to use for BLD.

Grass Clippings: All grounds shall be free of all visible grass clippings after mowing/trimming.

Invasive/Noxious/Common Weeds: There shall be no visible invasive/noxious/common weeds in any plant/vegetation area.

Invasive/noxious/common weeds are any species that are non-native to the ecosystem under considerations and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic harm or harm to human health. Common noxious weeds include, but not limited to, poison oak, reed canary grass, yellow-flag iris, English ivy, sweet pea, scotch broom, common tansy, and Himalayan blackberry. Poison oak is a native plant but should be removed in areas accessible to the public due to the safety of visitors.

Manicured: To trim or cut evenly and closely.

Pest: The Contractor shall ensure that BLD servicing grounds are free of all pests during the period of performance of the contract using only natural, COR approved dissuasion methods.

Pests are defines as any insect, rodent, nematode, fungus, weed, or any other form of terrestrial or aquatic plant or animal life or virus, bacteria, or other micro-organism species negatively impacting the vegetation and grounds.

Professional Appearance: All BLD servicing areas shall be manicured, free of clumped grass clippings, trimmings, dead vegetation, and trash within turf and bed areas.

Roadway Safety: Contractors working along roadways shall wear personal protective equipment to include high visibility apparel and implement safety measures, i.e., signage, flashing lights, additional personnel and to protect themselves from danger or harm when working along roadways.

Sustainable Areas: These areas are intended for public viewing and wildlife habitat. The Contractor shall maintain these in a more natural state with a focus on removal of invasive species.

Trimming: The Contractor shall ensure all vegetation does not grow up/around/on any BLD service area light and sign posts, fire hydrants, through cracks, grated walkways, or any other structures within the service area.

Turf: For all manicured turf areas, the Contractor shall ensure the turf height is maintained between 1.5 inches and 3 inches at all times, and free of all debris and grass trimmings. All other general turf areas shall be maintained between 2-6 inches, and free of all debris and grass trimmings.

5.1 Turf Areas: 22.59 Acres, March - November

Turf areas are identified in the “Maps of Grounds,” in Section 10.0 - Attachments. The site is separated into individual areas called South Shore, Robins Island, Bradford Island, and North Shore.

Manicured turf areas are located at the entry way from Interstate 84 and in front of the BLD Project Office and Auditorium buildings. These turf areas shall be maintained in a professional appearance. This area falls within the Bonneville Historic District. Vegetation shall be maintained in a manicured appearance at a height not shorter than one and half (1.5) inches and not longer than three (3) inches. All turf may be mowed with professional quality mulching mower equipment. All visible debris shall be removed from manicured turf area. Visible grass clippings shall be removed or mulched after mowing so not to impede grass growth. Edging shall be performed to maintain a 0.25 to 0.5 inch wide and up to 1.0 to 1.5 inch deep channel where the turf is at the same level or extends above all sidewalks, concrete curbing, bed boarders, and slabs. Debris, visible grass clippings, and removed edging material shall be deposited at a location designated by the COR. Invasive/noxious/common weeds shall be removed and placed in the vegetation dumpster located on Bradford Island.

All other turf areas shall be considered general turf as identified in the “Maps of Grounds,” in Section 10.0

- Attachments. Vegetation shall be maintained at a height not shorter than one and half (1.5) inches and not longer than four (4) inches. Grass clippings shall be spread evenly on mowed areas or mulched after mowing so not to impede grass growth. Contractor shall not leave grass clippings in rows or clumps.

Edging shall be performed to maintain not less than 0.25 inches but no greater than 0.5 inches wide, and up to 1.0 to 1.5 inch deep channel where the turf is at the same level or extends above all sidewalks, concrete curbing, bed boarders and slabs. All invasive/noxious weeds shall be removed and placed in the vegetation dumpster located on Bradford Island.

Trimming shall be performed around all trees, shrubs, sign posts, traffic control devices, and all public facilities which include, but are not limited to picnic tables, water hydrants, sidewalks, buildings, benches, playgrounds, fences, and outdoor displays. Trimming shall be accomplished concurrently with mowing with string trimmers or hand tools and shall match surrounding area grass heights. Trimming shall include the removal of vegetation from cracks in sidewalks, roadways, curbs, bed borders, through fences and under walkway gratings.

Hedges, shrubbery, and trees shall be trimmed to maintain natural appearance. Contractor shall ensure all hedges, shrubbery, and trees maintain clearances of at least 12 inches from buildings, sidewalks, or other obstructions. Trees shall be limbed to a height of approximately 8 feet above pedestrian walkways. Dead plant material shall be removed to allow for new growth; removal of dead plants must be coordinated with COR. Extreme care shall be taken to not damage any of the above mentioned items.

Leaf blowers shall be operated in a safe manner and not disrupt normal Project operations. Contractor shall only use quiet type leaf blowers approximately 65 decibels on all facilities.

5.2 Bed Areas: 2.83 Acres, February - November

Bed Areas are identified in the “Maps of Grounds,” in Section 10.0 - Attachments. The site is separated into individual areas called South Shore, Robins Island, Bradford Island, and North Shore.

Manicured beds are located at the entrance way from Interstate 84, in front of the BLD Project Office, Auditorium, and visitor center buildings shall be maintained in a professional appearance. In these areas, extensive maintenance will be required. Beds will be prepared in spring and maintained to enhance and promote the flowering and growth of plants in beds. Trim, eliminate weeds, rake mulch, use approved organic fertilizer, and repair or replace damaged plants in beds and planter boxes/raised beds as identified in the “Maps of Grounds,” in Section 10.0 - Attachments. Hedges, shrubbery, and trees shall be trimmed to maintain clearances of at least 12 inches from buildings, sidewalks, or other obstructions. Hedges and shrubs shall be trimmed and maintained to keep the height below windows as to not impact visibility.

Trees shall be limbed to a height of approximately 8 feet above pedestrian walkways. All dead plant material, leaves, debris, litter, and invasive/noxious and native weeds shall be removed from these areas and disposed of in an approved location by the COR.

The rose beds are of historical significance to the BLD Project. Rose bushes will be maintained to promote healthy and sustainable growth. Areas are indicated in the “Maps of the Grounds,” in Section 10.0 - Attachments. Beds should be maintained in a weed free appearance. Contractor shall maintain Rose Beds to enhance flowering and growth of plants in beds.

The rest of the bed areas are general beds are identified in the “Maps of Grounds,” in Section 10.0 - Attachments. In these areas moderate maintenance will be required. Beds will be prepared in spring and maintained. Trim, eliminate weeds, rake mulch, use approved organic fertilizer, and repair or replace damaged plants as identified in the “Maps of Grounds,” in Section 10.0 - Attachments. Dead plant material shall be removed to allow for new growth; removal of dead plants must be coordinated with COR. All debris and invasive/noxious and native weeds shall be removed from these areas and disposed of in an approved location by the COR. Contractor supplied bark dust or pine straw may be left or added as it inhibits weed growth and promotes a natural appearance. Hedges, shrubbery, and trees shall be trimmed to maintain clearances of at least 12 inches from buildings, sidewalks, or other obstructions. Trees shall be limbed to a height of approximately 8 feet above pedestrian walkways.

5.3 Sustainable Areas: 6.94 Acres, February – November

Sustainable Areas are identified in the “Maps of Grounds,” in Section 10.0 - Attachments. The site is separated into individual areas called South Shore, Robins Island, Bradford Island and North Shore.

Sustainable areas include a mixture of turf, trees and shrubs. Minimal pruning of shrubs to promote growth and maintain a healthy sustainable appearance. Vegetation shall be maintained at a height not shorter than two (2) inches and not longer than ten (10) inches. Invasive/noxious weeds shall be removed and placed in the vegetation dumpster located on Bradford Island. Natural debris may be left or added as it inhibits weed growth and promotes a natural appearance. Dead plant material shall be removed to allow for new growth;

removal of dead plants must be coordinated with COR. Trees shall be limbed to a height of approximately 8 feet above pedestrian walkways. Hedges, shrubbery, and vegetation shall be trimmed and maintained to not encroach over curbs and into roadways and walkways.

The Contractor shall exercise care as to not trim daffodils, located on Daffodil Hill east of the BLD Project Office to the Navigation Lock Visitor Center entrance, between February through May as to promote flowering of the daffodils.

At the Juvenile Fish Monitoring Facility, there is an area along the western fence line and south of the mowed area has been known to provide nesting area for waterfowl as indicated in the “Maps of the Grounds,” in Section 10.0 - Attachments. This area shall not be trimmed during April 1 through July 15, unless approved by the COR. The Contractor shall schedule activities in this location accordingly.

5.4 Perform Pest Identification and Control: February - November Bonneville Lock and Dam Project strives to be a pesticide free site. Contractor shall provide Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program that includes sustainable pest control strategies, but focuses on non-chemical controls, in order to maintain the natural ecology and health of a landscape. During performance of grounds services the Contractor will identify pests, plan, and perform pest control. Moles in the manicured turf shall be controlled by trapping methods to reduce impacts in those areas. The

Contractor shall develop an IPM. The IPM plan will require approval by the COR prior to implementation within 10 days prior to commencement of services. The Contractor’s IPM plan shall establish the strategy and methods for conducting a safe, effective, and environmentally sound pest management program.

Treatment of pests that may damage any portion of grounds shall be in accordance with ER 1130-2-540, Chapter 3 Pest Control Program for Civil Works Projects (15 Nov. 96) and applicable federal and state regulations. The use of pesticides for weed control will be considered with COR consultation and approval for “spot treatment”/ focused basis. A list of current approved chemicals is available from the COR. Due to proximity to fish ways and water ways, chemicals that are “fish friendly” are required.

5.5 Monitor Grounds and Remove Debris: February - November

The Contractor shall perform general litter patrol in all areas. Responsibilities shall include monitoring grounds for debris, rodent habitats, and dead animals. Animal waste shall be removed from walkways and picnic pads. The Contractor shall police areas a minimum of 2 nonconsecutive days per week including before mowing. Contractor is responsible for clearing debris from roadways, drains, gutters, grounds, picnic areas and tables, sidewalks, and outdoor stairwells. Vegetation limbs with a diameter of 8 inches or less shall be picked up by the Contractor. Anything larger than 8 inches shall be the responsibility of the Government. The use of gas-operated leaf blowers is acceptable during times and locations approved by the COR. Recycling of natural debris as a ground mulch weed inhibitor and nutrient source will be done at the direction of the COR.

6.0 Performance Requirements Summary.

6.1 To ensure that the Government receives the services for which it contracted, the Government will only pay for services received. The Performance Requirements Summary (PRS) determines if the Contractor meets the performance standards of the contract, as well as provides guidelines for how and when surveillance will be performed. It ensures timeliness, effectiveness and that the Contractor is delivering the results specified in the contract. Government contract quality assurance will be performed per the PRS surveillance schedule.

6.2 These are the criteria against which the performance will be evaluated. Work shall be considered not to have been performed when any one of the following conditions exists in accordance to the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP).

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS SUMMARY

Performance Objective

Performance Standards

Acceptable Quality Levels

Method of Surveillance

Validated Complaints

Maintain Turf Areas, Section

5.1 of PWS

Vegetation shall be maintained as specified in Section

5.1 of PWS.

95% of the individual area inspected meets specifications.

Periodic Inspections.

Weekly, Bi-weekly or Monthly.

1 per quarter

Maintain Beds, Section 5.2 of

PWS

Beds shall be maintained as specified in Section

5.2 of PWS.

95% of the individual area inspected meets specifications.

Periodic inspections.

Weekly, Bi-weekly or Monthly.

1 per quarter

Maintain Sustainable Areas, Section

5.3 of PWS

Sustainable areas shall be maintained as specified in Section 5.3 of

PWS.

90% of the individual area inspected meets specifications.

Periodic inspections.

Weekly, Bi-weekly or Monthly.

1 per quarter

IPM and Control, Section

5.4 of PWS

Develop and follow Contractor supplied IPM plan and provide control in accordance with Section 5.4 of

PWS.

90% of the individual area inspected meets specifications.

Periodic inspections.

Weekly, Bi-weekly or Monthly.

1 per quarter

Police Grounds for Debris, Section 5.5 of

PWS

Grounds will be free of debris as specified in Section

5.5 of PWS.

90% of the individual area inspected meets specifications.

Periodic inspections.

Weekly, Bi-weekly or Monthly.

1 per quarter

6.3 Surveillance. Periodic and 100% inspections by the COR, will serve as the surveillance methods. If the

COR discovers deficiencies and/or receives complaints, the COR will pass them on to the Contractor's Quality Control Inspector (QCI) for correction.

6.4 Quality Control. The Contractor, not the government, is responsible for quality control actions necessary to meet the quality standards set forth by the contract. The Contractor shall develop and submit their Quality Control Plan (QCP) for Government approval within 14 days after contract award in compliance with the PWS. Once accepted, the QCP becomes a part of the Quality Control Surveillance Plan (QASP).

The QASP is made part of the solicitation, but not a part of the resultant contract. The QASP is not a contractual instrument and may be changed at the KO’s discretion. The Contractor then uses the QASP to guide and document the implementation of the required management and quality control actions to achieve the specified results. The Government reserves the right under the Contract Terms and Conditions-- Commercial Items (FAR 52.212-4) to inspect and test the services called for by the contract, to the extent practicable at all times and places during the term of the contract. Non-conforming services shall be rejected.

6.5 Unacceptable Performance. When performance is determined unacceptable, as defined in the

Performance Requirements Summary, the QAE will inform the Contractor’s on-site representative that performance is unacceptable and provide written documentation by use of the Form DD 2772, Contract Discrepancy Report. By initialing and dating the form, the Contractor is only acknowledging notification of unacceptable performance. Disputes in surveillance should be referred to the KO.

6.6 The QAE will notify the COR and the KO of less than acceptable performance. If any of the services do not conform to contract requirements, the Government may require the Contractor to perform the services again in conformity with contract requirements, at no increase in contract amount. When the defect(s) in services cannot be corrected by re-performance, the Government may:

a. Require the Contractor to take necessary action to ensure future performance conforms to contract requirements.

b. Reduce the contract price to reflect the reduced value of the services performed.

c. If the Contractor fails to promptly re-perform the services, or to take the necessary action to ensure future performance in conformity with contract requirements, the Government may:

i. By contract or otherwise, perform the services and charge to the Contractor any cost incurred by the Government that is directly related to the performance of such service;

ii. Issue Cure Notice;

iii. Terminate the contract for Government convenience; and / or

iv. Terminate the contract for Cause.

6.7 Correction of Non-Performance of Work. Contractor shall employ an adequate quantity of personnel to insure that any area found to be not in compliance and therefore not acceptable, shall be made acceptable by the performance or re-performance of the work, where such re-performance is possible, during the first business day after non-compliance has been observed by or reported to and verified by the COR.

6.8 Damages Caused by the Contractor. The Contractor shall be held accountable and liable to the

Government for any damages to government facilities, fixtures, furnishings, equipment, or grounds caused by the Contractor or their employees. Particular care shall be exercised by personnel to ensure that trees and shrubs are not damaged by either mowers or string trimmers.

6.9 Interference with Government Operations. The Contractor and their employees shall perform all work in such a way as to not interfere with regularly scheduled Government operational activities.

7.0 Security, Safety, and Environmental Requirements.

7.1 Security Requirements.

7.1.1 General.

The Contractor, before initiating the performance of work, shall provide the COR with a list of all employees who shall perform work under this contract. The list shall include the full name, aliases, social security number, and work assignment of each employee. The Contractor shall notify the COR in writing of any addition, deletion or change in employee work assignment within one day of such change. Upon completion or reassignment individuals are required to return access cards/keys to the designated COR.

The Contractor shall complete access request forms (to be provided after contract award), with all required documents for all employees, prior to them coming onsite. The forms shall be submitted to the COR or designated representative a minimum of three business days prior to arriving on-site. Many employees at the Bonneville Project work four 10‐hour days, so Friday should not be considered a business day for this purpose. Contractors cannot work onsite without an approved access request.

Any foreign nationals, including permanent citizens requesting access to the Bonneville Project, regardless of duration, must be approved by US Army Headquarters before initiating the Bonneville access request procedure. The COR will obtain the necessary documents from the Contractor. Please note the Foreign Visitor Authorization (FVA) process takes a minimum of 30 days. Contractor access requests will not be processed without an FVA.

7.1.2 Background Checks.

The Contractor shall be responsible for completing a background investigation of employees upon the initial report date. A Contractor or Contractor employee with a criminal record shall be immediately identified on an individual basis to the COR.

7.1.3 Anti-Terrorism (AT) Level I Training.

All Contractor employees, to include sub-Contractor employees, requiring access to Army installations, facilities, controlled access areas, or require network access, shall complete AT Level I awareness training within 30 calendar days after contract start date or effective date of incorporation of this requirement into the contract, whichever is applicable. Upon request, the Contractor shall submit certificates of completion for each affected Contractor employee and Sub-Contractor employee, to the COR or to the contracting officer (if a COR is not assigned), within 5 calendar days after completion of training by all employees and Sub-Contractor personnel. AT Level I awareness training is available at the following website:

http://jko.jten.mil/courses/atl1/launch.html.

7.1.4 Access and General Protection/Security Policy and Procedures.

All Contractor and all associated sub-Contractor 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.

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).

7.1.5 Suspicious Activity Reporting Training (e.g. iWatch, CorpsWatch, See Something, Say Something).

The Contractor and all associated sub-Contractors shall receive a brief/training 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 no later than 5 calendar days after the completion of the training.

7.1.6 Operations Security (OPSEC) Training.

All new Contractor employees will complete Level I OPSEC Training within 30 calendar days of their reporting for duty. Additionally, all Contractor employees must complete annual OPSEC awareness training. The Contractor shall submit certificates of completion for each affected Contractor and sub- Contractor employee to the COR, or to the contracting officer (if a COR is not assigned), within 5 calendar days after completion of training. OPSEC awareness training is available at the following websites:

https://www.iad.gov/ioss/ or http://www.cdse.edu/catalog/operations-security.html.

7.1.7 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.

7.1.8 Facility Access. Contractor employees shall not be permitted to bring guests, family members, pets

(excluding service animals), or non-employees to the job site at any time. There is a NO SMOKING policy within BLD.

7.1.9 Key Control.

All keys (keys, keycards, and parking permits) shall be furnished by the Government. The Contractor shall establish and implement adequate methods of insuring that all keys 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 ever be duplicated by the Contractor.

The Contractor shall not loan, transfer, give possession of, misuse, modify or alter keys/cards. The Contractor may be responsible for the expenses of a relock for the affected areas if the Contractor does loan, transfer, modify, lose, or alter the keys/cards.

It is the responsibility of the Contractor to prohibit the use of keys issued by the Government by any persons other than the Contractor’s employees engaged in work at BLD. It is also the responsibility of the Contractor to prohibit the opening of locked areas by the Contractor’s employees to permit entrance or exit of persons other than Contractor’s employees engaged in the performance of assigned work in those areas.

All keys issued to the Contractor shall be returned to the BLD Security Office prior to the contract period of performance concluding, and prior to the final payment for work performed under this contract.

7.2 Safety and Environmental Requirements.

7.2.1 General. The Contractor shall follow all safety regulations as set by the federal Occupational Safety and

Health Administration (OSHA), Corps of Engineers Safety Manual EM 385-1-1, and project safe clearance procedures. Where conflicts in safety regulations occur, the COR shall designate the applicable regulation to be followed. The online link to the 2014 Corps of Engineers Safety Manual EM 385-1-1 is as follows:

http://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/Publications/EngineerManuals/EM_385-1-1.pdf

Contractor employees shall wear personal protective equipment in accordance with EM 385-1-1.

7.2.2 Job Safety Analysis. The Contractor shall determine those areas and activities in which possible safety hazards exist. The Contractor shall identify hazards in each phase of services performed and what preventive measures the Contractor proposes to take to prevent accidents. In accordance with EM 385-1-1, the Contractor shall prepare a Job Safety Activity Hazard Analysis for approval by the COR prior to commencement of work. The Job Safety Analysis must be typewritten (electronic) with a cover page.

7.2.3 Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA). The Contractor shall determine those areas and activities in which possible safety hazards exist during the on-site visit of BLD and note such information on the Activity Hazard Analysis (example in EM-385-1-1). Roadway safety is of great concern and needs to be addressed in the AHA. When completed, the Contractor shall identify hazards in each phase of services performed, what preventative measure the Contractor proposes to take to prevent such accidents, and then return to the COR to retain on file.

7.2.4 Public Safety: The Contractor shall maintain the public use areas so as to provide the best possible conditions for safe use by visitors. Use of the Government owned first aid kits shall be reported immediately to the COR for refilling by the Government.

7.2.5 Accidents. The Contractor or the Contractor’s employees shall report any circumstances of needed repair of the facility or any area which may affect the performance of the work. In the event that an accident or injury occurs to Contractor personnel, the Contractor shall first notify the COR or alternate COR, and the Control Room Operator. The Control Room acts as the required link to on and off site emergency responders.

7.2.6 Accident Reporting. The Contractor shall make a written report of each separate case of an injury or accident. The report shall include, but not be limited to: location, nature of the injury or accident, authorities notified, and the action taken along with any other pertinent information. The report shall be accompanied by sketches, graphs/drawings, and photographs as needed and be forwarded to the COR within 24 hours.

7.2.7 Environmental Requirements. The COR, BLD’s Project Environmental Compliance Coordinator, and the

Operations Project Manager shall approve all pesticides and organic fertilizers. Contractor employees shall be briefed in hazardous communication – proper labeling and storage, MSDS Sheets, etc. – by the Environmental Compliance Coordinator. This shall be conducted at the post award Pre-Work Meeting.

8.0 General.

8.1 Contract Administration. Contract will be administered by the following:

Department of the Army, Portland District, Corps of Engineers P. O. Box 2946 Attn: CECT-NWP-S Portland, Oregon 97208-2946

Contract Specialist: Brooke Patterson, Brooke.L.Patterson@usace.army.mil, 503-808-4618

COR: To be specified at time of award.

8.2 Invoice Submittals. (In accordance with FAR 52.212-4(g))

The Contractor shall provide two invoices to the following:

Original to:

U.S. Army, COE, Finance Center Attn: CEFC-AO-P 5722 Integrity Drive Millington, TN 38054-5005

One Copy to:

COR: To be specified at time of award.

8.3 Insurance.

a. The Contractor shall, at its own expense, provide and maintain during the entire performance period of this contract, at least the kinds and minimum amounts of insurance required by this Clause as follows:

TYPE AMOUNT

1) Workman's Compensation and Employer's As legally required by the State wherein the work Liability (including Federal Longshoremen and is being performed.

Harbor Worker's Insurance).

2) Comprehensive General Liability Insurance Personal Injury Liability:

$1 million per person $1 million per occurrence Property Damage (may be included in general aggregate limits or combined single unit coverage):

$1 million per occurrence

3) Automobile Liability Personal Injury Liability:

$1 million per person $1 million per occurrence Property Damage (may be included in general aggregate limits or combined single unit coverage):

$1 million per occurrence

4) If single general aggregate limits or combined single unit coverage is obtained for General Liability and/or Automobile Liability coverage, minimum amounts shall be the sum of the personal injury and property damage coverage required above. Umbrella Form Excess Liability insurance coverage shall be added to general liability and automobile liability coverage to determine if minimum insurance limits are met.

8.4 Identification of Contractor’s Employees.

All vehicles used by Contractor personnel on project shall bear suitable company identification to enable project personnel to identify such as authorized for access. The Contractor will provide the COR with a list of vehicles and their license plates that will be used to perform work. Vehicles shall be in good working condition, not dripping oil, etc. Safety features on vehicles shall be working.

The Contractor shall be responsible for requiring each employee engaged in work to wear identifying uniform marked with identifying name of the Contractor. All employees shall wear name tags with their name prominently displayed.

8.5 Walsh-Healey Public Contracts Act or the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).

Every employer performing work covered by the Walsh-Healey Public Contracts Act or the McNamara- O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA) is required to post a notice of the compensation required (including, for service contracts, any applicable wage determination) in a prominent and accessible location at the worksite where it may be seen by all employees performing on the contract. A copy of the poster is available in two versions at the following DOL website: http://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/sca.htm. The rest of the content is subjective to each locations needs.

8.6 Veterans Employment Emphasis for U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Contracts.

In addition to complying with the requirements outlined in FAR part 22.13, FAR Provision 52.222-38, FAR Clause 52.222-35, FAR Clause 52.222-37, DFARS 222.13, and Department of Labor regulations, Corps Contractors and sub-Contractors at all tiers are encouraged to promote the training and employment of U.S. veterans while performing under a Corps contract. While no set-aside, evaluation preference, or incentive applies to the solicitation or performance under the resultant contract, Corps Contractors are encouraged to seek out highly qualified veterans to perform services under this contract. The following resources are available to assist Corps Contractors in their outreach efforts:

Federal Veteran employment information at http://www.fedshirevets.gov/index.aspx Department of Labor Veterans Employment Assistance at http://www.dol.gov/vets/ Department of Veterans Affairs-VOW to Hire Heroes Act at http://benefits.va.gov/vow Army Wounded Warrior Program at http://wtc.army.mil/modules/employers/index.html U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation – Hiring Our Heroes at http://www.hiringourheroes.org/

8.7 Work Scheduling.

8.7.1 General. Grounds Services performed under this contract shall be shown on an up-to-date annual schedule discussed on a monthly basis by the Contractor and approved by the COR ten days prior to commencement of work, unless otherwise agreed upon between the COR and the Contractor. The Contractor’s work schedule shall indicate the location and time the required service is provided. This work shall result in a minimum conflict between the Government’s Project personnel and the Contractor’s employees. The Work Schedule shall indicate Contractor’s activity on the project and shall be subject to adjustment upon notification by the COR that a conflict with necessary project maintenance work has developed.

The COR will notify the Contractor of necessary schedule changes two business days in advance where possible. The normal working hours in the BLD grounds areas shall be conducted no earlier than 0600 and no later than 1700 without prior written approval by the COR. The COR maintains the authority to adjust the working hours to meet Government needs.

8.7.2 Verification of Work. If the Contractor performs work other than at the scheduled time, the Contractor shall notify the COR prior to completion of work in order to secure any payment. Work performed at times other than posted on the schedule and not coordinated with the COR shall be considered not completed.

After the work schedule has been approved, a copy of it shall be posted in the various places that the Contractor shall be working. The Contractor shall initial this work schedule each day to show the specific items of work that were accomplished.

8.7.3 Government Holidays. The Contractor is not required to work on the following federal holidays: New

Year’s Day, Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday, Washington’s Birthday President’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. The Bonneville Project is closed on Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.

8.7.4 Services During Repair Activities. It is expected that during the period of this contract that occasional repairs may have to be made by electricians, plumbers, carpenters, or other maintenance personnel within the Project. All large debris generated by such activities will be removed by the Government personnel, who shall also clean up the affected area.

8.7.5 Other Contracts at the Contract Site. The Government may undertake or award other contracts for additional work and the Contractor shall fully cooperate with such other Contractors and Government employees and carefully fit his own work to such additional work as may be directed by the Contracting Officer. The Contractor shall not commit or permit any act which shall interfere with the performance of work by any other Contractor or by Government employees.

8.8 Lost and Found. It is the responsibility of the Contractor to instruct his employees that all articles of possible personal or monetary value found by the Contractor’s employees must immediately be turned in to the COR.

9.0 Forms.

Contractor Discrepancy Form:

http://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/forms/dd/dd2772.pdf

Activity Hazard Analysis Form:

http://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/Publications/EngineerManuals/EM_385-1-1.pdf

10.0 Attachments – Maps of Grounds.

Attachment 1: Grounds Maintenance, South Shore Attachment 2: Grounds Maintenance, Robins Island Attachment 3: Grounds Maintenance, Bradford Island Attachment 4: Grounds Maintenance, North Shore Attachment 5: Grounds Maintenance, Juvenile Facility

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