B.01.01 Combined Synopsis - Solicitation - Signed.pdf

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b. TELEPHONE NUMBER

816-389-2281

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12:00 PM 11 Aug 2022

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INFORMATION CALL:

a. NAME

NATHANIEL J LEYBA

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SET FORTH HEREIN, IS ACCEPTED AS TO ITEMS:

. YOUR OFFER ON SOLICITATION

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% FOR:SET ASIDE:UNRESTRICTED OR X

SMALL BUSINESSX

17a.CONTRACTOR/ CODE FACILITY

OFFEROR CODE

USACE, KANSAS CITY +

FEDERAL BLDG, CT-C +

601 E 12TH ST RM 647

KANSAS CITY MO 64106-2896

18a. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY CODE

RATED ORDER UNDER

DPAS (15 CFR 700)

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14. METHOD OF SOLICITATION

RFQ IFB RFPX

TRUMAN MAINTENANCE BUILDING

ROGER WETER

29960 WEST DAM ACCESS RODAD

WARSAW MO 65355

TEL: (816)389-3280 FAX:

816-389-2029/2030FAX:

TEL: 816-389-3812 SERVICE-DISABLED

VETERAN-OWNED

SMALL BUSINESS

8(A)

HUBZONE SMALL

BUSINESS

SIZE STANDARD:

$8,000,000

NAICS:

561730

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OFFER DATED

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DELIVER ALL ITEMS SET FORTH OR OTHERWISE IDENTIFIED ABOVE AND ON ANY

COPIES TO ISSUING OFFICE. CONTRACTOR AGREES TO FURNISH AND

EMAIL:

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24.22.21.19.

WOMEN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESS (WOSB)

ELIGIBLE UNDER THE WOMEN-OWNED

SMALL BUSINESS PROGRAM

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W912DQ22Q1044

Section A - Solicitation/Contract Form

SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes only the solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

The solicitation number for this acquisition is W912DQ22Q1044 and it is being issued as a Request for Quote

(RFQ).

Offers are due on/at the date and time specified on page one, in BOX 8. Offers shall be submitted in PDF via e-mail to nathaniel.j.leyba@usace.army.mil. All offers must be good for at least 90 days from offer due date.

If you have any questions please contact Mr. Nathaniel Leyba, nathaniel.j.leyba@usace.army.mil, 816-389-2281.

The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2022-06.

This RFQ shall be set aside for small businesses and the associated North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 561730 – Landscaping Services and the business size standard is $8.5 Million.

The Product/Service Code is S208 – Landscaping/Groundskeeping

Description of Services Required: The purpose of this solicitation is to obtain boundary clearing and maintenance services to include clearing of and application of chemical to the approximately 62 miles of Harry S. Truman Project boundary and replace up to 40 boundary marker posts. The Contractor shall monitor performance and ensure compliance in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contract. The contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, vehicles, supervision and other items and services necessary to perform services as described in the performance work statement (PWS). The contractor shall adhere to all local, state and federal regulations.

Place of Contract Performance: Warsaw, MO 65355

FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors- Commercial does apply to this acquisition with no addenda to the provision and is located in Section L of this combined synopsis/solicitation.

FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation - Commercial item does apply to this acquisition with no addenda to the provision and is located in Section M of this combined synopsis/solicitation.

FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items, does apply to this acquisition with no addenda to the provision, and is located in Section K of this combined synopsis/solicitation.

FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items, does apply to this acquisition with no addenda to the provision. These specific clauses required are located in Section I of this combined synopsis/solicitation.

FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions - Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders- Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. These specific clauses required are located in Section I of this combined synopsis/solicitation.

Additional contract requirement(s) or terms and conditions are located in Section J of this combined synopsis/ solicitation.

In accordance with FAR 52.212-1(k) the prospective awardee shall be registered and active in https://sam.gov/ for their System Award Management (SAM).

Contractors may obtain information on registration and annual confirmation requirements via the Internet at https://sam.gov/ or by calling (866) 606-8220.

The System for Award Management (SAM) is a Federal Government owned and operated free web site. If you are a small business needing assistance with registering or help with navigating through the website you may contact the Association for Procurement Technical Assistance Centers for help with actions such as beta.SAM.gov registration.

If you have questions about Government procurements in general or need assistance in the preparation of your proposal, a local Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) may be able to help. The Procurement Technical Assistance Program was authorized by Congress in 1985 in an effort to expand the number of businesses capable of participating in the Government marketplace. To locate a PTAC near you, go to http://www.aptac-us.org/samregistration/ THIS A FREE SERVICE BY A NON-PROFIT PAID FOR BY THE US GOVERNMENT.

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Section B - Supplies or Services and Prices

ITEM NO SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

0001 1 Job Boundary Clearing and Marking

FFP

Services include the clearing of and application of chemical to the boundary and replacement of boundary marker posts, according to the attached performance work statement (PWS) and elsewhere in the contract. The contractor shall furnish all labor, equipment, supplies, and supervision, as necessary to perform tasks as described in this PWS from the defined starting point to the defined ending point.

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Section C - Descriptions and Specifications

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

Boundary Clearing Performance Work Statement

PART 1

GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1. General: This is a non-personnel services contract to provide boundary line maintenance. The Government shall not exercise any supervision or control over the contract service providers performing the services herein. Such contract service providers shall be accountable solely to the Contractor who, in turn is responsible to the Government.

1.2. Description of Services/Introduction: The contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, materials, supervision, and other items and non-personal services necessary to perform boundary clearing and maintenance as defined in this Performance Work Statement (PWS) except for those items specified as government furnished property and services. This work is necessary to maintain a visible and distinct boundary line between public and private property. A definitive boundary prevents unintentional encroachments onto public lands by adjacent private property owners and unintentional trespass onto private property by public land visitors. Herbicide will also be applied to prevent re-growth of undesirable woody vegetation. The contractor shall perform to the standards in this contract.

1.3. Background: Truman Reservoir is the largest flood control reservoir in Missouri, with a storage capacity of more than 5 million acre-feet (an acre-foot = 325,000 gal.). Recreational development is extensive.

Twenty parks and access areas, managed by or leased from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, are conveniently located around the reservoir. Park areas at Truman Reservoir offer a wide variety of recreation facilities including boat launching ramps, campgrounds, full-service marinas, picnic areas, sand swimming beaches, and a regional visitor center. Many routine maintenance items are contracted to the private sector. Mowing, refuse collection, and facility cleanup are just a few of the activities that are performed by private contractors for the Corps.

1.4. Scope: Services include the clearing of and application of chemical to the approximately 62 miles of Harry S. Truman Project boundary and replace up to 40 boundary marker posts, according to the attached performance work statement (PWS) and elsewhere in the contract. The contractor shall furnish all labor, equipment, supplies, and supervision, as necessary to perform tasks as described in this PWS from the defined starting point to the defined ending point. Acceptable performance standards and current regulations are provided for each task. All quantities are estimated and may be varied, contractor is to clear from starting point to ending point even if the estimated mileage is incorrect at no addition cost to the government. It is the Contractors’ responsibility to monitor performance and ensure compliance in accordance with the terms and conditions. The location and vicinity maps showing the contract boundary clearing mileage is for the purpose of offering on the solicitation. Detailed survey maps are available and can be reviewed at the Harry S. Truman Project Office and will be furnished to the successful bidder.

1.5. Period of Performance: Services performed shall be within a five (5) month period of 1 November 2022 through 31 March 2023.

1.6. General Information.

1.6.1. Quality Control: The Contractor shall develop and maintain an effective Quality Control Plan. It will be used to demonstrate how the Contractor will meet the needs of the project. The Quality Control Plan shall contain a list of equipment, chemicals and supplies to be used in performing the contract duties. The Plan shall identify the contractor furnished equipment and state how the work will be accomplished, i.e., chainsaw, compact track loader with brush mulcher attachment, weed eater, etc.

The contractor shall develop and implement procedures to identify, prevent, and ensure non-recurrence of defective services. The Contractor shall submit a copy of their quality control plan to the COR for approval prior to the start of work. Complete records of all inspection work performed by the contractor must be maintained and made available to the government during contract performance.

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

1.6.3. Documents and Correspondence: After award, all documents and related correspondence shall be routed to the Contracting Officer; or through the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) at the Project Office to the Contracting Officer. Day to day contact and telephone communication with Government personnel shall normally provide adequate information exchange. The Government reserves the right to schedule meetings at the Project Office as necessary to ensure strict compliance with the terms of this contract. Such meetings shall be scheduled, to the extent possible, at mutually convenient times. However, upon notice, the Contractor shall attend meetings regarding matters affecting this contract, and the time spent in such meetings shall be at no additional charge to the Government.

1.6.4. Post Award Conference/Periodic Progress Meetings: The Contractor agrees to attend any post award conference convened by the contracting activity or contract administration office in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation Subpart 42.5. The Contracting Officer, Contracting Officers Representative (COR), and other Government personnel, as appropriate, may meet periodically with the contractor to review the contractor's performance. At these meetings the contracting officer will apprise the contractor of how the government views the contractor's performance and the contractor will apprise the Government of problems, if any, being experienced. Appropriate action shall be taken to resolve outstanding issues. These meetings shall be at no additional cost to the government.

1.6.5. Contractor Representative: The Contractor shall designate, in writing, a member of each work crew who shall serve as the contact for matters involving quality and performance or non-performance of the required work assigned to that crew. The designated employee(s) shall be qualified with full authority to act for, and on behalf of, the Contractor as necessary to ensure that the work described herein is performed in accordance with these specifications. The Contractor shall furnish the above written designation to the COR at the project no later than the first day of work. The designation shall include the name(s), title, and telephone number(s) of the responsible individuals.

1.6.6. Daily Communication: The contractor representative or alternate shall communicate daily with the COR to provide a status update on work being performed for the day, Monday thru Friday accept Federal holidays or when the government facility is closed for administrative reasons.

1.6.7. Contractor Worksheets. Completed worksheet(s) shall be submitted daily by the contractor and will include the following information: the location, date, weather conditions, amount and type of work completed, chemicals used, the amount of chemical used, and any other pertinent information. Daily worksheets shall be hand carried to the HS Truman location or sent by electronic mail (email) to the COR. Contractor Daily Worksheet forms shall be furnished by the Government.

1.6.8. Contractor Telephone: The Contractor shall furnish to the Contracting Officers Representative, a telephone number attended during normal business hours (7 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.) to which calls concerning the services, performance, or other contractual matters can be discussed. For the purposes of time and date, a message will be deemed to be delivered to the Contractor at such time as it is delivered to the telephone number provided by the Contractor.

1.6.9. Recognized Holidays: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday, President’s Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day. The contractor is not required to work on holidays.

1.6.10. Hours of Operation: The contractor is responsible for conducting business, between the hours of 7:00AM to 5:00PM Monday thru Friday except Federal holidays or when the Government facility is closed due to local or national emergencies, administrative closings, or similar Government directed facility closings. For other than firm fixed price contracts, the contractor will not be reimbursed when the government facility is closed for the above reasons. The Contractor must always maintain an adequate workforce for the uninterrupted performance of all tasks defined within this PWS when the Government facility is not closed for the above reasons. When hiring personnel, the Contractor shall keep in mind that the stability and continuity of the workforce are essential.

1.6.11. Place of Performance: The work to be performed under this contract will be performed at Harry S.

Truman Reservoir.

1.6.12. Access: Access to the boundary line shall be by public access roads. It shall be the responsibility of the Contractor to secure permission for access by any other route or at any other point. At no time shall the Contractor trespass on private (adjacent) property without the permission from the property owner.

1.6.13. Security Requirements: Contractor performing work under this contract must comply with the requirements of the Antiterrorism/Operations Security Requirements (AT/OPSEC). See Technical Exhibit 3 of this PWS.

1.6.14. Physical Security: The contractor shall be responsible for safeguarding all government equipment, information and property provided for contractor use. At the close of each work period, government facilities, equipment, and materials shall be secured.

1.6.14.1. Key Control: Not applicable.

1.6.15. Special Qualifications: The Contractor’s employee(s) applying chemical under this contract shall possess a Commercial Applicator’s License acceptable to the State of Missouri; or in lieu thereof (unless otherwise prohibited), applicator may be unlicensed, if he or she is closely supervised by an on-site supervisor who is licensed according to the above requirements.

1.6.16. Key Personnel: The contractor shall provide a contract manager who shall be responsible for the performance of the work. The name of this person and an alternate who shall act for the contractor when the manager is absent shall be designated in writing to the contracting officer’s representative prior to commencing work. The contract manager or alternate shall have full authority to act for the contractor on all contract matters relating to daily operation of this contract.

The contract manager or alternate shall be available between 07:00 AM-5:00 PM, Monday thru Friday except Federal holidays or when the government facility is closed for administrative reasons.

1.6.17. Identification of Contractor Employees: All contract personnel attending meetings, answering Government telephones, and working in other situations where their contractor status is not obvious to third parties are required to identify themselves as such to avoid creating an impression in the minds of members of the public that they are Government officials. They must also ensure that all documents or reports produced by contractors are suitably marked as contractor products or that contractor participation is appropriately disclosed.

1.6.18. Contractor Conduct: Contractor personnel shall always be fully clothed while performing these services. Clothing shall be clean and neat in appearance. Contractor personnel shall utilize tact, diplomacy, and courtesy always during contact with the public. Any illegal or criminal activity may result in termination of the contract.

1.6.19. Equipment Breakdown/Staffing: Equipment breakdown or staffing issues shall not relieve the Contractor of the responsibility of performing the work as specified. It shall be the responsibility of the Contractor to assure that he/she has, or can obtain on short notice, sufficient backup equipment and personnel to continue the services, as specified, without interruption.

1.6.20. Title 36 Rules and Regulations: Contractor and Contractor Personnel will comply with Title 36 Rules and Regulations for the entire period of performance of this contract.

1.6.21. Safety Requirements: All services shall be performed in accordance with applicable safety requirements set forth in Corps of Engineers Manual EM-385-1-1, “Safety and Health Requirements Manual” and supplements thereto. The EM-385-1-1 is hereby incorporated by reference, and the Contractor is required to perform this contract in accordance with the standards set forth therein. Any equipment or materials not in conformity with this manual shall be removed from Government property immediately. The Contractor will be expected to take a vital interest in safety, hazard, and to educate their employees to work and plan their work safely.

1.6.22. Man, Hours Reporting: The contractor shall report the number of hours worked on government property monthly during the period of performance of services under this contract. These hours will be recorded on the Contractors monthly invoice and submitted to the Truman Project Office.

1.6.23. Payment: Payment will be made by the mile for satisfactorily performed work. Payment will not be made for services not performed. Contractors shall provide the Project Office with an invoice at the end of each month, requesting payment for that month’s services. Payment shall be made via Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) into the Contractor’s banking account on file or by treasury check depending on contractors’ registration with SAM. In accordance with the Prompt Payment Act, payment will be made approximately 30 days after the last day of services received for the billing period, or 30 days from receipt of the invoice, whichever is later.

PART 2

DEFINITIONS AND ACRONYMS

2. Definitions and Acronyms:

2.1. Definitions

2.1.1. Boundary Line. The property line which separates privately owned land from land owned by the Government in fee simple title. This line is determined by drawing a straight line between two adjacent monuments, ensuring that the line is following the monuments in sequential order.

2.1.2. Contractor. A supplier or vendor having a contract to provide specific supplies or service to the government. The term used in this contract refers to the prime.

2.1.3. Contracting Officer. A person with authority to enter into, administer, and or terminate contracts, and make related determinations and findings on behalf of the government. Note: The only individual who can legally bind the government.

2.1.4. Contracting Officers Representative. An employee of the U.S. Government appointed by the contracting officer to administer the contract. Such appointment shall be in writing and shall state the scope of authority and limitations. This individual has authority to provide technical direction to the Contractor as long as that direction is within the scope of the contract, does not constitute a change, and has no funding implications. This individual does NOT have authority to change the terms and conditions of the contract.

2.1.5. Diameter at Breast Height (DBH). Measurement/Location on a tree taken approximately 4 ½ feet above ground level

2.1.6. Defective Service. A service output that does not meet the standard of performance associated with the Performance Work Statement.

2.1.7. Deliverable. Anything that can be physically delivered but may include non-physical things such as meeting minutes.

2.1.8. Easement Lands. Lands under a perpetual flowage easement purchased by the Corps of Engineers during acquisition proceedings. Such lands are within the flood pool of Truman Lake. Restrictions on these lands include the prohibition of homes, fills, and septic systems below the flowage easement elevation.

2.1.9. Key Personnel. Contractor personnel that are evaluated in a source selection process and that may be required to be used in the performance of a contract by the Key Personnel listed in the PWS.

When key personnel are used as an evaluation factor in best value procurement, an offer can be rejected if it does not have a firm commitment from the persons that are listed in the proposal.

2.1.10. Monuments. Monuments are brass caps set at ground level along the fee line. The monuments may be below ground level due to years of sedimentation and leaf cover. The monuments are located at all turning points and occasionally on tangent. These caps are stamped and labeled with Corps of Engineers identification and a monument number. The first three or four digits of the monument number denote the tract acquisition number. The numbers following the tract number denote the course number or individual monument number.

2.1.11. Physical Security. Actions that prevent the loss or damage of Government property.

2.1.12. Quality Assurance. The government procedures to verify that services being performed by the Contractor are performed according to acceptable standards.

2.1.13. Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan. An organized written document specifying the surveillance methodology to be used for surveillance of contractor performance.

2.1.14. Quality Control. All necessary measures taken by the Contractor to assure that the quality of product or service shall meet contract requirements.

2.1.15. Survey Sheets. Informational listing of monument numbers, course numbers, course bearings and distances for monuments in a specific area identified by section, township, and range.

2.1.16. Subcontractor. One that enters into a contract with a prime contractor. The Government does not have privity of contract with the subcontractor.

2.1.17. Trespass and/or Encroachment. Any unauthorized activity on government fee or easement land.

Trespass and/or encroachments include buildings and structures, roads, septic systems, personal property, and alteration of shoreline including mowing, clearing, under brushing, tree cutting, burning, paths, steps, etc.

2.1.18. Trocha Line. Section of boundary line between monuments that must be cleared to a width of four feet and to a height of seven feet above the ground on the Government side of the property line.

2.1.19. Workday. The number of hours per day the Contractor provides services in accordance with the contract.

2.1.20. Work Week. Is defined as Monday through Friday, unless specified otherwise.

PART 3

GOVERNMENT FURNISHED ITEMS (GFI)

3. Government Furnished Items:

3.1. Services: None

3.2. Facilities: None

3.3. Utilities: None

3.4. Equipment: None

3.5. Materials: The Government will provide steel posts, boundary signs, nuts, bolts, and washers for installing signs, survey maps, four vehicle magnets, and daily worksheets as needed throughout the course of the contract.

When the property is delivered, the Contractor shall verify its quantity and condition in writing to the Contracting Officer or his authorized representative on Property Control Receipt, ENG Form 4900, at time of receipt. Damages to any equipment will be reported in writing to the Contracting Officer or his authorized representative, within one workday.

PART 4

CONTRACTOR FURNISHED ITEMS AND SERVICES

4. Contractor Furnished Items and Responsibilities

4.1. General: The Contractor shall furnish all personnel, herbicide, marker dye, transportation, chain saws and power equipment with fuel, safety equipment, sprayers, post drivers, axes, hand tools, flagging and all other supplies and equipment necessary to accomplish the work as specified in the PWS. All equipment, materials and supplies shall be approved by the COR prior to initial use.

PART 5

SPECIFIC TASKS

5. Specific Tasks

5.1. Boundary Clearing:

5.1.1. Vegetation Removal: The Contractor shall clear all woody vegetation, brush, trees, stumps, vines, and downed trees and limbs from an area extending from the Government boundary line back onto Government property for a minimum distance of four (4) feet wide. Higher limbs overhanging the cut area shall be cut back to provide a cleared height of seven (7) feet above ground. All trees with a Diameter Breast Height (DBH) of 10 inches or less shall be removed from the Trocha line. Trees exceeding ten (10) inches DBH shall have all limbs removed to a height of seven feet above ground.

All limbs that are removed will be cut back to the trunk of the tree. All stubs and stump cuts shall be horizontal, to preclude sharp stubs. In no case shall remaining stumps or stubs exceed four (4) inches in height. Brush shall be deposited on Government land, clear of the cut area. No cut trees shall be left entangled in standing trees. All clearing and herbicide treatment of boundary line between monuments shall be completed before moving on to the next segment. The Government reserves the right to designate and mark any trees located within the work area to be left uncut. Clearing shall be accomplished only on the Government side of the property boundary line. The Contractor shall, by use of flags, range poles or other methods establish the location of the boundary line within his immediate work area prior to cutting. Any aids in determining boundary lines, such as flags, string lines, etc. shall be removed upon completion of each clearing segments. Difficulty in locating monuments or property line shall be reported to the Project personnel for assistance.

5.1.2. Work will start at Angle Point (AP-12-2) in Section 12, Township 42 North, Range 25 West in Henry County Missouri (see Technical Exhibit 5-Maps) and continue easterly toward ending point (Point of Line 1D in Section 30 Township 41 North Range 22 West in Benton County Missouri).

Work shall be done in a continuous pattern until complete. Any deviation from the work pattern must be approved by the COR.

5.1.3. Defects. 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 defects in services cannot be corrected by re- performance, the government may (1) require the contractor to take necessary action to ensure that future performance conforms to contract requirements and (2) reduce the contract price to reflect the reduced value of the services performed.

5.1.4. Missed Areas. If an area or work within an area is missed, the Contractor shall return and re-service the area or affected work immediately upon receipt of such notice by the Contracting Officer, or his/her authorized representative. Failure to correct noted deficiencies will result in withholding of payment for the work not performed. During the progress of this contract, if it becomes apparent that the Contractor is unable to perform the work in accordance with the contract specifications, he/she shall acquire additional supplies, equipment, and personnel, as may be required by the Contracting Officer, to ensure that the work is accomplished as specified in the contract.

5.1.5. Chemical Treatment. The Contractor shall apply an herbicide to all cut stubs, stumps, and stems two

(2) inches in diameter and greater measured at ground level within the cleared area. Herbicide shall have the capability to control/kill all locate species to which it is applied. No herbicide is to be applied to the end cuts of limb at any time. An adequate marker dye shall be mixed with the chemical in sufficient concentration to leave an obvious and durable stain on the treated stubs, stumps, and stems. All such stems shall be treated on the same day that they are first cut.

5.1.6. Application Procedures. Application of chemicals shall be according to the label directions for the material used. When it is the professional opinion of the Contractor that the use of chemicals, mix ratios, carriers, or rates of application, other than those specified, will result in equal or better results, the Contractor may request permission for their use. Any such request shall be submitted in writing and shall specify the chemical, its uses, rates of application, and cost. A label for the chemical shall be submitted with the Contractor's request. Requests shall be submitted to the Project Manager, Harry S. Truman Project Office, at least 30 days prior to the intended use. If granted, permission for the use of an alternate chemical, mix ratio, carrier, or rate of application will be in writing from the Contracting Officer, or his authorized representative. Chemicals, mix ratios, carriers, or application rates other than specified in the label will not be used in the absence of the above specified request and approval. When the use of approved alternate chemicals, mix ratios, carriers, or application rates requested by the Contractor results in an increase in Contractor cost or time, an equitable adjustment will be made to the contract price through the issuance of a contract modification.

5.1.7. Label Directions. Label directions and/or warnings relative to temperature or other climatic factors shall be closely adhered to. Care shall be exercised at all times by the Contractor to protect desirable (non-target) species from damage by the required application of chemicals. The Contractor shall not apply chemicals to cleared areas where the Government boundary adjoins park areas, subdivisions, private residences, pastures, or animal pens. The Contractor will receive payment for chemical application only for the portion of boundary on which chemical was actually applied.

5.1.8. Mileage. Contingencies, such as flooding, will not relieve the Contractor from clearing the required mileage, but may result in identification of alternate work areas at the discretion of the COR.

5.1.9. Boundary Markers. The Contractor shall review survey maps to verify location and quantity of boundary markers so the Contractor can provide the Contracting Officer Representative an accurate list, to be delivered daily, with the daily worksheet showing the location and number of any missing or damaged boundary monuments observed during the course of the work. The contractor shall provide the following information for missing and/or damaged monuments: Monument number, Section, Township and Range, post present or missing, and Boundary sign missing or present. All monuments and location information can be found on the provided survey maps. The Contractor shall straighten and reset, as necessary, all damaged boundary reference posts. Missing posts, broken posts, and posts that cannot be straightened shall be replaced with a new post set two (2) feet deep and one (1) foot on the Government side of the boundary monument. "U.S. Reservation Boundary Mark" signs that are missing or not legible (more than 2 words or 2 letters in any word) shall be removed and replaced with a new sign. All signs shall face toward the adjoining private property.

Boundary signs and posts that are replaced shall be recorded on the daily worksheet. Damaged posts and signs that have been replaced shall be delivered to the project maintenance building on the Access Road below Truman Dam.

5.1.9.1. Locate and Mark Monuments. Boundary monuments (located on the property line) and reference posts (located 1 foot inside the boundary line) are installed to allow line-of- sight from post to post. Locate and uncover Existing Monuments: Existing monuments along the boundary line will be located and uncovered. All monument caps will be left uncovered, and free of dirt and debris. A diligent effort of at least 15 minutes will be made to locate each monument. The use of steel tape or metal detector may be necessary if other methods fail. Use of a metal detector may require the marker post to be removed. If removed, the marker post must be correctly placed back in the ground when monument is located. Difficulty in locating monuments or the boundary line shall be referred to the COR for assistance. Missing monuments will be documented in the daily report. The Contractor will provide the following information for missing monuments: monument type, monument number, and section/township/range.

5.1.10. Access. Access to the Government boundary shall within reason be by public access roads. The contractor shall be responsible for securing needed access by non-public routes. At no time shall the contractor trespass without written permission from the landowner(s). Clearing work shall be performed only on the Government side of the boundary line.

5.1.11. Boundary Offsets. In areas where the boundary is marked by boundary offsets (e.g.- actual boundary is located along the centerline of a road or creek), the Contractor will clear and spray all vegetation as described in PWS within a minimum (3) foot radius of all offset posts.

5.1.12. Encroachments. The contractor shall report verbally within 24 hours of finding and in writing any encroachment onto government property. This includes but not limited to fences, trash, abandoned vehicles, buildings or structures, trails and roadways, sewage and sewer lateral lines, mowing or clearing of vegetation or branches. Encroachments shall be documented as stated. An encroachment is any unauthorized use of government land by adjacent landowners, persons, or businesses.

5.1.13. Trash Disposal: The Contractor must properly dispose of any litter generated by the contractor

(including but not limited to, paint cans, lids, brushes, or food/beverage containers/wrappings).

Contractor is responsible for proper disposal of any hazardous waste generated by performance of the contract.

PART 6

APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

6. Applicable Publications (Current Editions): The Contractor must abide by all applicable regulations, publications, manuals, and local policies and procedures including but not limited to EM-385-1-1.

PART 7

TECHNICAL EXHIBITS

7. Technical Exhibit List:

7.1. Technical Exhibit 1 – Performance Requirements Summary

7.2. Technical Exhibit 2 – Deliverables Schedule

7.3. Technical Exhibit 3 – AT/OPSEC Requirements

7.4. Technical Exhibit 4 –Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan

7.5. Technical Exhibit 5 – Maps

7.6. Technical Exhibit 6 - Quality Control Plan Example

7.7. Technical Exhibit 7 - Daily Worksheet

TECHNICAL EXHIBIT 1

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS SUMMARY

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

Item PWS Para Performance Standard/AQL (Acceptable Quality Level)

Surveillance Method

Remove Vegetation 5.1.1

Clear all woody vegetation, per the requirements of the PWS.

100% Inspection or Random Inspection

Chemical Treatment 5.1.4

Apply chemical to cut stubs, stumps and stems per the requirement of the

PWS

100% Inspection or Random Inspection

Boundary Markers 5.1.8

5.1.8.1

Straighten and/or reset all damaged boundary reference posts per the requirement of the PWS

100% Inspection or Random Inspection

Report

Encroachments 5.1.11

Report, in writing any encroachments onto government property on daily worksheets.

100% Inspection or Random Inspection

Accident Prevention

Plan (APP)

7.2

No more than one (1) error per year.

Complete prior to start of work for the contract award.

Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA)

Complete prior to start of work for the contract award.

Quality Control

Plan

1.5.1 No more than one (1) error per

year.

Complete prior to start of work.

Documentation 1.5.7

1.5.22

Submit required documentation with no more than two errors

TECHNICAL EXHIBIT 2

DELIVERABLES SCHEDULE

Deliverable Frequency # of Copies Medium/For mat Submit To Proof of Insurance Once Prior to the Start of Work

1 Copy

Hard copy or electronic

Logan Finney 15968 Truman Road Warsaw, MO 65355-4023 logan.m.finney@usace.army .mil

Proof of Valid Driver’s License

Same as Above Same as Above Same as Above

Same as Above

Commercial Herbicide Applicators License

Same as Above Same as Above Same as Above

Same as Above

Quality Control Plan (See Exhibit 6)

Same as Above Same as Above Same as Above

Same as Above

Safety Plan/AHA Same as Above Same as Above Same as Above

Same as Above

First Aid/CPR Certifications

Same as Above Same as Above Same as Above

Same as Above

Deliverable Frequency # of Copies Medium/For mat Submit To Corps Watch Acknowledgement

Same as Above Same as Above Same as Above

Same as Above

Monthly Man Hours Each Month On the Monthly Invoice.

Same as Above Same as Above

Same as Above

Invoices Monthly While work is being performed

Same as Above Same as Above

Same as Above

Daily Worksheets As requested Same as Above Same as Above

Same as Above

TECHNICAL EXHIBIT 3

ANTITERRORISM OPERATION SECURITY REQUIREMENTS (AT-OPSEC)

AT-OPSEC:

ANTITERRORISM/OPERATION SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

General security requirements and guidance: The security requirements described below apply to all contract personnel (including employees of the prime Contractor (“Contractor”) and all subcontractor employees) supporting the performance requirements of this contract. The Contractor is responsible for compliance with these security requirements. Questions regarding security matters shall be addressed to the designated Government representative (e.g., Contracting Officer Representative (COR), Requiring Activity (RA) representative, or Contracting Officer (if a COR or other RA representative is not appointed)). Contract personnel are critical to the overall security and safety of US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) installations, facilities and activities, and security awareness training contributes to those efforts. The Department of Defense (DoD) and Army security training requirements specified below, if applicable, are performance requirements; all applicable contract personnel shall complete initial training within 30 days of contract award or the date new contract personnel begin performance on the contract. Within five business days from the completion of training, the Contractor shall provide written documentation (e.g., email or memorandum) to the Government representative. The documentation shall include the names of contract personnel trained and which training they completed; the Contractor shall maintain training records as part of their contract files and be prepared to provide copies of training certificates to the Government representative. Contractor personnel and vehicles are subject to search when entering federal installations. Additionally, all contract personnel shall comply with Force Protection Condition (FPCON) measures, Random Antiterrorism Measures (commonly referred to as “RAMs”), and Health Protection Condition (HPCON) measures. The Contractor is responsible for meeting performance requirements during elevated FPCON and/or HPCON levels in accordance with applicable RA plans and procedures --this includes identifying mission essential and non-mission essential personnel. In addition to the changes otherwise authorized by the changes clause of this contract, should the FPCON or HPCON levels at any individual facility or installation change, the Government may implement security changes that affect contract personnel. The Contractor shall ensure all contract personnel are aware of their security responsibilities, including any site-specific requirements identified in local policies or procedures.

Physical security and access control requirements: All contract personnel requiring physical access to a federal installation or facility shall comply with the access control procedures of that location. Contract personnel requiring unescorted access to meet contract performance requirements on a DoD installation in the US shall be vetted by the installation/facility Provost Marshal/Directorate of Emergency Services/Security Office using the National Crime Information Center-Interstate Identification Index (commonly referred to as “NCIC-III”) and Terrorist Screening Database (commonly referred to as “TSDB”). Contract personnel shall comply with all personal identity verification requirements specified in installation/facility policies and procedures. Contract personnel who do not meet requirements for unescorted access to USACE facilities shall coordinate escorted access with the Government representative, as needed. Contract personnel who receive keys, access cards, or lock combinations that provide access to government-owned property shall comply with key and lock control procedures of the RA.

Pre-screen candidates using E-Verify Program: Contractors shall comply with the requirements set forth in FAR clause 52.222-54 Employment Eligibility Verification and FAR Subpart 22.18 in using the E-Verify Program at (https://www.e-verify.gov/) (website subject to change) to meet the contract employment eligibility requirements.

Contractors are encouraged to cooperate with Federal and State agencies responsible for enforcing labor requirements to include eligibility for employment under United States immigration laws in accordance with FAR 22.102-1(i). An initial list of verified/eligible candidates shall be provided to the COR no later than three business days after the initial contract award. When contracts are with individuals, the individuals will be required to complete a Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, and submit it to the Contracting Officer to become part of the official contract file.

TECHNICAL EXHIBIT 4

QUALITY ASSURANCE SURVEILLANCE PLAN (QASP)

Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan

For Boundary Maintenance Services Contract Number: W912DQ-22-TBD

Contract Description: Boundary Maintenance at Harry S. Truman Lake Contractor’s name: TBD

1. PURPOSE.

This Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) provides a systematic method to evaluate performance for the stated contract. This QASP explains the following:

What will be monitored.

How monitoring will take place.

Who will conduct the monitoring.

How monitoring efforts and results will be documented.

This QASP does not detail how the contractor accomplishes the work. Rather, the QASP is created with the premise that the contractor is responsible for management and quality control actions to meet the terms of the contract. It is the Government’s responsibility to be objective, fair, and consistent in evaluating performance. In addition, the QASP should recognize that unforeseen and uncontrollable situations may occur.

This QASP is a “living document” and the Government may review and revise it on a regular basis. However, the Government shall coordinate changes with the contractor. Updates shall ensure that the QASP remains a valid, useful, and enforceable document. Copies of the original QASP and revisions shall be provided to the contractor and Government officials implementing surveillance activities.

The following FAR clauses may apply depending on contract type:

52.212-4 – Contract Terms and Conditions – Commercial Items

2. GOVERNMENT ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES.

The following personnel shall oversee and coordinate surveillance activities.

a. Contracting Officer (KO) - The KO shall ensure performance of all necessary actions for effective contracting, ensure compliance with the contract terms, and shall safeguard the interests of the United States in the contractual relationship. The KO shall also assure that the contractor receives impartial, fair, and equitable treatment under this contract. The KO is ultimately responsible for the final determination of the adequacy of the contractor’s performance.

Assigned KO:

Organization or Agency: USACE Contracting Division, Kansas City District Telephone: (816) 389- Email:

b. Project Manager (PM) - The PM acts as an acquisition consultant and serves as liaison between the US Army Corps of Engineers, Kansas City District (CENWK) and the requesting program office, as well as liaison between the CENWK and the supporting contracting office.

Assigned PM: Jim Sandberg Telephone: (816) 389-3869 Email: James.D.Sandberg@usace.army.mil

c. Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) - The COR is responsible for technical administration of the contract and shall assure proper Government surveillance of the contractor’s performance. The COR shall keep a quality assurance file. At the conclusion of the contract or when requested by the KO, the COR shall provide documentation to the KO. The COR is not empowered to make any contractual commitments or to authorize any contractual changes on the Government’s behalf. The contractor shall refer any changes they deem may affect contract price, terms, or conditions to the KO for action.

Assigned COR: Roger Weter Telephone: (816) 389-3280 Email: roger.j.weter@usace.army.mil

3. CONTRACTOR REPRESENTATIVES:

The following employees of the contractor serve as the contractor’s Program Manager and Task Manager for this contract.

a. Program Manager:

Telephone:

Email: _______________________________

b. Task Manager:

Telephone:

Email: _______________________________

4. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS.

Performance standards define desired services.