Solicitation Amendment 0001.docx

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO.

3. EFFECTIVE DATE

20-Jul-2023

CONTRACTING DIV

US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS, TULSA DISTRICT 2488 E. 81ST STREET

TULSA OK 74137-4290

See Item 6

W912BV23Q0070

05-Jul-2023

10A. MOD. OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

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

Offer must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended by one ofthe 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 telegramor letter, provided each telegramor 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 CONTRACT S/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.)

Solicitation Amendment to update Specifications of Work and add FAR clause 52.237-2

1. This amendment updates requirements w ithin the Specifications of Work, see 1.2., 2.3., and 2.9.

2. This amendment adds FAR clause 52.237-2 Protection of Government Buildings, Equipment and Vegetation.

3. All other terms and conditions remain unchanged. The due dates for quotes remains 07Aug2023 at 2:00PM CST.

4. POC for this action is Kassandra Hicks @ (918) 669-7355 or Kassandra.M.Hicks@usace.army.mil.

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.

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15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

(Signature of person authorized to sign)

BY

(Signature of Contracting Officer)

16C. DATE SIGNED

20-Jul-2023

EXCEPTION TO SF 30

APPROVED BY OIRM 11-84

30-105-04

STANDARD FORM 30 (Rev. 10-83) Prescribed by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

SECTION C - DESCRIPTIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS

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The following have been modified: SPECIFICATIONS OF WORK

SPECIFICATIONS OF WORK

Vegetation/Tree Removal South End of Wister Dam Wister Lake, OK

1. SCOPE OF WORK. The contractor shall provide all supplies, materials, labor, tools, and equipment necessary to remove woody vegetation repair erosion along the upstream and downstream slop on Wister Dam embankment located at Wister Lake, Oklahoma.

1.1. Site Location. The location of this project is located on the Wister Lake dam. Address: 25334 US-270, Wister, OK 74966.

1.2. Contractor will have the option to either cut down the trees and grind the stumps no less than 10” below grade or pluck the trees along with their roots. The trees can be piled and burned on site. Removed vegetation/trees must be burned throughout. Any unburned waste can be hauled off to location designated by the COR. See enclosed pictures showing estimated areas of clearing. Contractor will measure from the center of the crest to toe of embankment. The red zone is the vegetation free zone. The contractor will also hydro mulch with a 50/50 mix of Bermuda Grass and Ryegrass after they are done. Contractor is required to smooth everything over once completed. The total area to be worked is approximately 4 acres.

2. WORK REQUIREMENTS.

2.1. The contractor shall perform all work in accordance with these specifications.

2.2. Work Hours. Work hours on the site will be from 7:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding federal holidays. Any proposed changed to the work hours must be approved by the Contracting Officer.

2.3. Performance Period: All work shall be completed between November 16, 2023 and December 30, 2023.

2.4. Coordination of Work. All work schedules shall be coordinated prior to beginning work in any location.

A. Mr. Matthew Roberts, Eufaula Lake Office, 918-799-5843 Ext: 3132, will be the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) and POC for this contract.

2.5. Pre-Work Conference. A pre-work conference will be held prior to the commencement of any work at the Wister Lake Project. The contractor’s responsible person and necessary administrative staff will be required to attend this meeting.

2.6. Utilities. Care shall be taken not to cut nor damage overhead and underground utilities, any park facilities, and park roadway. The contractor will be responsible for all damages.

2.7. Environmental Cleanup. The contractor shall maintain a clean work area at all times. The contractor shall be responsible for the protection of the environment and will be required to restore all damages subject to the approval of the contracting officer. The contractor will be required to comply with Federal and State environmental requirements.

2.8. Quality Control. The contractor is responsible for all actions necessary to allow for successful completion of this contract.

2.9. Insurance. Pursuant to FAR 28.301(b) for the protection of the Government, the Contractor shall procure and maintain during the entire period of his performance under this contract the following minimum insurance:

a. Worker’s Compensation and Employer’s Liability: Workers' compensation and employers' liability insurance in compliance with applicable state statutes, with a minimum liability coverage of $100,000.

b. General Liability: Comprehensive general liability insurance for bodily injury in the minimum limits of $500,000 per occurrence.

The contractor shall submit to the Contracting Officer a copy of their insurance certificate two (2) weeks prior to the Pre-work Conference. The policies shall contain an endorsement that any cancellation or material change in the coverage adversely affecting the Government’s interest shall not be effective unless the insurer or the contractor gives written notice of cancellation or change to the Contracting Officer.”

3. SAFETY AND HEALTH PROVISIONS. Work shall be performed in accordance with the requirements of the Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements Manual, EM 385-1-1, all applicable Federal, State, and local safety codes and practices, and other references as listed herein. Matters of interpretation of the standards shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer for resolution before starting work. Where the regulations conflict, the most stringent requirements shall apply. The EM 385-1-1 can be found on-line at: https://www.usace.army.mil/Missions/Safety-and- Occupational-Health/Safety-and-Health-Requirements-Manual/

a. It is the contractor’s responsibility to ensure public safety during the entire duration of the contract. Necessary signs, barriers, warning devices, etc. shall be operated and maintained by the contractor at contractor expense. Contractor employees shall comply with the minimum Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements as stated in EM 385-1-1. PPE will be addressed in an Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA). See Figure 1-2 in EM 385-1-1 for an example AHA. Selection and use of PPE shall be in accordance with Section 5 of EM 385-1-1.

b. All equipment used to perform work under this contract shall be in good operating and mechanical condition and shall comply with EM 385-1-1. Equipment shall be inspected by the contractor and the inspection reports shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer prior to utilization of such equipment to accomplish work on this contract.

SECTION I - CONTRACT CLAUSES

The following have been added by full text:

52.237-2 PROTECTION OF GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS, EQUIPMENT, AND VEGETATION (APR 1984)

The Contractor shall use reasonable care to avoid damaging existing buildings, equipment, and vegetation on the Government installation. If the Contractor's failure to use reasonable care causes damage to any of this property, the Contractor shall replace or repair the damage at no expense to the Government as the Contracting Officer directs. If the Contractor fails or refuses to make such repair or replacement, the Contractor shall be liable for the cost, which may be deducted from the contract price.

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