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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

The reason for this Amendment is to incorporate Q&A as Attachment 0001, revise the Performance Work Statement, and to extend the closing date from 25 February 2021 to 01 March 2021 at 2:00 P.M. CST.

All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

J 1 31

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

16C. DATE SIGNED

BY 24-Feb-2021

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 W912EK21T0008

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

08-Feb-2021

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 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

24-Feb-2021

CODE

CONTRACTING DIVISION

US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS 1500 ROCK ISLAND D

ROCK ISLAND IL 61201

W912EK 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than item 6)

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.

CODE

See Item 6

FACILITY CODECODE

EMAIL:TEL:

W912EK21T0008

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 25-Feb-2021 02:00 PM to 01-Mar-2021 02:00 PM.

The following have been modified:

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

VEGETATIVE MANAGEMENT INDEFINITE DELIVERY INDEFINITE QUANITITY (IDIQ)

U.S ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS

LAKE RED ROCK & SAYLORVILLE LAKE

SECTION A – INSTRUCTIONS & NOTICE TO OFFERORS

SECTION B – SCHEDULE OF PRICES (SEE BREAKOUT IN SOLICITATION)

SECTION C - GENERAL INFORMATION, CONTRACTOR FURNISHED ITEMS, AND

SPECIFIC TASKS

SECTION A - INSTRUCTIONS & NOTICE TO OFFERORS

A.1 REQUIRED SAM REGISTRATION:

Prior to submitting an offer, offerors must be actively registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) website. Registration instructions may be obtained, and online registration may be accomplished, at www.sam.gov.

A.2 SCOPE OF WORK:

The Scope of Work is described with the solicitation. Offerors should understand the services requested and then quote an appropriate amount on the Schedule of Prices/CLINS.

A.3 SCHEDULE OF PRICES (CLINS):

Offeror’s must quote on all items and entire quantities contained in all ordering periods to be considered for award. Offers received not complying with this requirement will be considered non-responsive and will be rejected.

A.4. WAGE RATES:

Prevailing Wage Rates will apply for any award resulting from this solicitation. See the included Wage Determination at the bottom of this Solicitation, and contract clauses 52.222-41, Service Contract Act of 1965 for details.

A.5 EVALUATION:

The Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government at the lowest price. See contract clause 52.212-2 “Evaluation – Commercial Items” for evaluation factors and source selection information.

A.6 DOCUMENTS TO RETURN:

In order to be considered responsive, offerors shall complete and return all of the following:

In order to be considered responsive, Offerors must complete and return all of the following:

• Solicitation Cover Sheet, including Taxpayer ID Number, CAGE Code, Point of Contact, Phone Number and Email Address

• First page of solicitation, including offeror’s complete mailing address, telephone number, offeror’s name, title, and signature.

• Schedule of Prices (CLINS)

• Valid Iowa Commercial Pesticide Applicators License and…(see 52.212-2 Evaluation-

Commercial Items)

• Any Amendments issued against this Solicitation

Offerors must complete all fill-ins and assure all return pages are received by the due date and time shown on page one of the solicitation at the address indicated below. Please mark the envelope with the Solicitation Number and Project Title. Quotes may also be emailed to jacob.j.toft@usace.army.mil.

mailto:jacob.j.toft@usace.army.mil

US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS

CLOCK TOWER BUILDING

ATTN: Contracting Division – Jacob Toft (W912EK21T0008) 1500 Rock Island Drive

ROCK ISLAND, IL 61204-2004

A.7 SITE VISIT

A.3.1 Offerors who wish to request a site visit should contact the point of contact, Tyler Hill, at (515) 901-0468 to schedule an appointment.

A.3.2 SITE VISIT MEETING RECOMMENDATION: Offerors are encouraged to attend a pre-offer meeting on Thursday, February 18, 2021 at 10:00 a.m CST to review contract specifications and view general work site conditions prior to submitting offer.

Pre-offer meeting will be held at the Saylorville Lake Office located at 5600 NW 78th Ave, Johnston, IA 50131. Pre-register by contacting jacob.j.toft@usace.army.mil and Tyler.E.Hill@usace.army.mil.

SECTION B – SCHEDULE OF PRICES (CLINS) – SEE BREAKOUT IN

SOLICITATION

mailto:jacob.j.toft@usace.army.mil mailto:Tyler.E.Hill@usace.army.mil

SECTION C

SECTION TITLE

C-1 GENERAL INFORMATION

C-2 CONTRACTOR FURNISHED ITEMS

C-3 SPECIFIC TASKS

TECHNICAL EXHIBIT #1 PROJECT AREA MAP

TECHNICAL EXHIBIT #2 CONTRACTOR WEEKLY WORK LOG

C-1 GENERAL INFORMATION

C.1.1 BACKGROUND. Saylorville Lake and Lake Red Rock are flood control reservoirs located on the Des Moines River. Saylorville is directly upstream from the City of Des Moines and Lake Red Rock is approximately 45 miles downstream of Des Moines. Both reservoirs have numerous parks and natural resource areas managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Combined, Saylorville Lake and Lake Red Rock encompass 60,000 acres of land that is largely comprised of natural resource management. The many campgrounds and Day-Use areas provide outdoor recreation opportunities for the public and bolster significant tourism in the area.

C.1.2 CONTRACT OBJECTIVES. This contract provides for vegetative management in varied settings to accomplish a multitude of specific natural resource goals at Saylorville and Red Rock Lakes. Settings include vegetative management in woodland, savanna, prairie, and access area rights-of-way. A major component to the contract is the complete control and eradication of vegetative growth through mowing, forestry mulching, tree shearing or removal by chain saw, and the application of chemical herbicides on specified areas. The purpose of the mechanical removal and herbicide treatment are to achieve complete (96-100%) vegetation control of targeted vegetation in treatment areas without impacting desirable plants and save trees. Another component to the contract is the restoration or reestablishment of native plant systems through the use of native plantings.

C.1.3 SCOPE OF WORK. The Contractor shall provide all equipment, supplies (unless specified otherwise), chemicals, carrier (water or other), surfactants, labor, and supervision necessary to perform the work described herein at various locations throughout the Saylorville and Lake Red Rock Corps of Engineers (COE) managed areas. All herbicide applications shall be consistent with federal and state laws, regulations, product label instructions, manufacturer’s guidance and the requirements of this contract. Each work item shall be performed according to specifications described herein.

C.1.4 PERIOD OF PEFORMANCE. The resulting contract will be for a base period with four (4) option periods. The option periods are priced and may be exercised by a contract modification. See 52.217-9 for information regarding option periods.

BASE PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: Time of award to 31 Mar 2022 ORDERING PERIOD I OF PEFORMANCE: 01 Apr 2022 through 31 Mar 2023 ORDERING PERIOD II OF PERFORMANCE: 01 Apr 2023 through 31 Mar 2024 ORDERING PERIOD III OF PERFORMANCE: 01 Apr 2024 through 31 Mar 2025 ORDERING PERIOD IV OF PERFORMANCE: 01 Apr 2025 through 31 Mar 2026

C.1.5 REQUIRED INSURANCE. In accordance with the FAR Clause 52.228-5, Insurance-Work on a Government Installation, the Contractor shall obtain and maintain, during the period of performance under this contract, the following types and minimum amounts of insurance*:

Workmen’s Compensation Coverage complying with applicable State statute**

Employer’s Liability Minimum $100,000

Commercial General Liability Minimum $500,000 per occurrence

Commercial Automobile Liability Minimum $200,000 per person

Minimum $300,000 per occurrence for bodily injury Minimum $ 20,000 per occurrence for property damage

* Reference FAR 28.307-2 Liability, subparagraphs (a), (b), and (c).

** Iowa Division of Insurance, telephone # (515) 281-5705 Division of Workers Compensation, telephone # (800) 775-

NOTE: Coverage listed above is minimums only. If higher limits of coverage are required by State statute, the Contractor shall be responsible for obtaining such additional coverage.

C.1.6 PRE-WORK CONFERENCE. After award, but prior to commencement of work, the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) shall contact the Contractor to arrange a mutually agreeable time to meet and review the work requirements. The Contractor shall also submit a current copy at this meeting the following items: (a) Insurance Certificate, (b) Letter designating On-the-Job Supervisor, (c) written Safety Plan, (d) Environmental Protection Plan, (f) Chemical Applicator’s license(s), and (g) CPR/First Aid certificate(s) for all employees.

CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE. The contractor shall submit a “Certificate of Insurance”, with a 30-day cancellation clause as proof of insurance coverage.

C.1.7 DOCUMENTS AND CORRESPONDENCE After award, all documents and related correspondence shall be routed through the Contracting Officer’s Representative

(COR).

C.1.8 SAFETY AND SECURITY. All work shall be performed in accordance with safety requirements set forth in Corps of Engineer’s Safety and Health Requirements Manual, EM 385-1-1, dated 15 September 2008, or current copy, a reference copy is available at the Lake Red Rock Project Office. The safety manual is also available at: http://www.usace.army.mil/publications/eng-manuals/em385-1-1/entire.pdf)

C.1.8.1 The Contractor shall prepare a written Safety Plan and submit it to the COR at the pre-work conference. The Safety Plan shall include at a minimum the following:

analysis of job hazards, policy and procedures to minimize hazards, required employee safety equipment, and emergency contacts.

C.1.8.2 Keys may be assigned to the Contractor for access to sites. The Contractor shall not duplicate keys, shall be accountable and return all keys to the Project office before final payment.

C.1.8.3 For Access and General Protection Policy and Procedures.

**NOTE: To protect the privacy of the Contractor, all Contractor employees, and all sub-contractor employees, background checks, OPSEC SOPs, E-verify, and I-9 forms shall be submitted with a coversheet stating the contract number (e.g. W912EK-15-C-XXXX), title of project, and the company's point of contact information, in a sealed envelope/container and mail:

Security Office U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Rock Island District 1500 Rock Island Drive Rock Island, IL 61201 http://www.usace.army.mil/publications/eng-manuals/em385-1-1/entire.pdf

Security Clause 1.

AT Level 1 Training. All Contractor and sub-contractor employees requiring access to non-public or private Government property must complete Anti-Terrorism (AT) Level 1 Training within 30 calendar days after notice to proceed date. AT Level 1 Training is available at the following website: https://jkodirect.jten.mil/Atlas2/faces/page/login/Login.seam. The required training is under the heading “JS-US007-14: Level 1 Antiterrorism Awareness Training.” Contractor employees who have a Common Access Card (CAC) may log in with their CAC. Contractor employees without a CAC shall log into the “Non-CAC users” link and need to complete the training all at once, as no record of training shall be maintained aside from the certificate that is printed upon completion. All AT Level 1 Training certificates must be submitted to the Contracting Officer within 5 calendar days of completion.

Security Clause 2(b).

For Access and General Protection Policy and Procedures. All Contractors and sub-contractor employees shall comply with installation and facility access guidelines and rules as stated herein. Contractor workforce must comply with all personal identity verification requirements as directed by Department of Defense, Department of the Army Headquarters, Rock Island District 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.

In support of Rock Island District evaluation of personnel authorized for access to federal facilities, the Contractor shall submit background checks that have been conducted by a bonded third party within the last 6 months of Notice to Proceed date and authorize reports to be provided to the Rock Island District Security and Law Enforcement Office by the third party.

The background check will cover, at a minimum, the ten years covering states the employee has lived in, national criminal records check which includes felony and misdemeanor offenses, Department of Motor Vehicles records, and a national sex offender registry check, submitted 14 days prior to accessing the project site.

Identification Badges: The Contractor shall be responsible for furnishing a photo identification badge/card to each employee prior to the employee's work on-site, and for requiring each employee engaged on the work to display identification. At a minimum, the badge shall have the following items shown, the employee’s picture, employee’s name, and company name working for. The badge will be prominently displayed unless restricted for safety concerns, in which case it will be available for immediate display upon request (carried on person).

As employees are added or deleted from the submitted and approved Access Control List (ACL), this information will be reported immediately to the Contracting Officer (KO). Added employees will not be permitted on-site until requirements of this paragraph are completed, submitted, and approved.

Disqualifying factors include, but are not limited to:

(1) Criminal conduct, in particular violent crime and sex offenders;

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(2) Habitual use of intoxicating beverages to excess as evidenced by Driving under the influence or public intoxication records; or

(3) Any illegal activity or other disqualification which makes the individual unfit for service (e.g.

drug trafficking or procurement fraud).

In addition to the submitted background checks, supplemental agency checks may be performed at the discretion of the Rock Island District security personnel. The Contractor agrees to cooperate and ensure that Contractor personnel provide any documentation required to complete these checks. Any person lacking proper identification credentials or deemed a security threat may be denied access to the project. Such action in no way relieves the Contractor from performance of the Contract. The Rock Island District retains the right to deny any Contractor and sub-contractor employee from working on a contract awarded by the Rock Island District based on final background investigation results. All information received as a result of a background check will be handled according to Privacy Act regulation.

In the event that an unexpected change in personnel is required, due to sudden absence of a critical path employee, the Contractor shall immediately contact the Contracting Officer to coordinate obtaining written approval from the Security Office for new/additional personnel to be brought on site prior to background check acceptance. Contractor shall submit Personnel Change Request Form and will receive written authorization from the Security Office prior to bringing new personnel on site and ensure a background check is sent to the Rock Island District Security Office no later than ten days from written notice of approval. The Rock Island District reserves the right to terminate access of the employee upon completion of the Government’s review of the background check and the Contractor shall be notified immediately of any such Government decision.

In the event of an unforeseen change in work site conditions which may require a contract modification, and the contractor is required to immediately add personnel, a Personnel Change Request Form will be submitted to and approved by the Security Office prior to bringing new personnel on site, and ensure a background check is sent to the Rock Island District Security Office no later than ten days from written notice of approval. The Rock Island District reserves the right to terminate access of the employee upon completion of the Government’s review of the background check and the Contractor shall be notified immediately of any such Government decision.

Subcontractor personnel not expected to be on the worksite for more than 15 days may be allowed on site with the following conditions:

1) Employee will be on site a total of 15 days or less, for the duration of the project.

2) Employee is added to the ACL as a short-term employee.

3) Employee is escorted while on site. This is defined as being in the line of sight of an identified contractor employee who has a background check on file with the Rock Island District (as noted on the ACL).

4) Each contractor employee can sponsor only five short term employees at a time.

Foreign National employees: Due to a difference in background check procedures for long term foreign national employees, all such employees must provide a photocopy of their passport to the Rock Island District Security Office NLT 30 days prior to arrival on site. Short term foreign national employees (e.g. specialists with a two-week period of performance) may work on site with the following conditions:

1) Foreign national employee will be on site a total of 15 days or less, for the duration of the project.

2) Foreign national employee will comply with E-verify requirements E-verify paragraph).

3) Approved and identified contractor employee shall escort the foreign national employee at ALL times while on site.

4) Each contractor employee can sponsor only one short term foreign national at a time.

Personnel Change Request Form Contract #_______________ Date___________ We, _____________________, respectfully request to add/replace (circle one) personnel to the jobsite due to the following situation:

Personnel to be conditionally added to the ACL (escorted by):

Background checks (if required for a long-term employee) shall be submitted by close of business on (insert proposed date): ________________

(Insert signature block)

Security Clause 15.

Pre-screen candidates using E-Verify Program. The Contractor must pre-screen Candidates using the E-verify Program website (http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify) to meet the established employment eligibility requirements. The Contractor 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. Documentation of company enrollment in E-verify, via a print screen of the company profile within the E-verify system, must be submitted to the Security Office no later than 3 business days after the initial Notice to Proceed.

*When contracts are with individuals, the individuals will be required to complete a Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification must be given/coordinated with the designated Government representative. This Form will be provided to the Security Office after Notice to Proceed is given.

C.1.9 ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAM AND CONTROLS. The Contractor shall comply with Federal, State, and local laws, regulations and standards regarding environmental protection. All environmental protection matters shall be coordinated with the COR.

C.1.9.1 The Contractor shall prepare a written environmental protection plan that shall be carried out throughout the life of this contract. This plan shall be submitted to the COR for approval within five (5) working days after the pre-work meeting. No work shall commence until the plan has been approved.

C.1.9.2 The Contractor shall conduct all services in a manner to prevent contamination of Government land, water resources and property. The Contractor’s environmental protection plan properly implemented will ensure pesticides, petroleum products, or any other pollutants are not spilled, leaked or disposed of on Government property. No overnight storage of Contractor pesticides is allowed under this contract. Pesticides are to be stored off Government property and transported into the site daily.

C.1.9.3 All pouring, mixing and rinsing of pesticides shall be protected from spillage by a containment and recovery basin or device provided by the Contractor. The Contractor shall have emergency spill containment and clean-up supplies with application equipment. If spills or contamination occur, the Contractor shall notify the COR and be responsible for cleanup in accordance with federal, state and local law.

C.1.9.4 Disposal of Waste Materials. All materials, wastes, effluents, trash, oil, grease, chemicals, etc. will be disposed of off project lands in a lawful manner. Pesticide containers shall be recycled or disposed of off project land according to label directions.

C.1.9.5 Supplies and Materials. The Contractor shall supply the COR with a list (to http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify include brand names) of all pesticides to be used by the Contractor. This list shall include the manufacturer's label and OSHA Material Safety Data Sheets (Form OSHA-20) or OMB form No. 44-R1387 for all materials.

C.1.9.6 The Contractor may select the chemical formulation to be used in order to obtain complete control of target vegetation. Proposed formulations must conform to pesticide label and submitted to the COR for approval. Products must also be on the Rock Island District’s list of Pre-Approved Pesticides. Use of any other pesticides is prohibited unless approval is received from the Rock Island District Pesticide Coordinator. Requests for pesticide approval should be sent to the COR for preliminary review and then forwarded to the District Coordinator for final review. All herbicides must be in accordance with Federal, State, and local laws, rules and regulations governing the use of such herbicides and pesticides.

C.1.9.7 The Contractor assumes all liability for improperly applied herbicides.

C.1.9.8 If any herbicide application could contact surface water then an equivalent water label herbicide must be used.

C.1.9.9 The Contractor shall meet the recycled content requirements set forth by the EPA. For a list of items that qualify for use within this contract, visit the EPA’s website at: http://www3.epa.gov/epawaste/conserve/tools/cpg/products/) for updates

C.1.9.10 The Contractor shall meet the BioPreferred Program requirements set forth by the USDA. For a list of items that qualify for use in this contract, visit the USDA website at:

http://www.biopreferred.gov/BioPreferred/faces/pages/ProductCategories.xhtml) for updates

C.1.10 INSPECTION. The Contractor shall inspect all work performed by employees prior to submittal of invoice to ensure that all work has been performed as described in the Scope.

C.1.10.1 The work will be performed in accordance with contract specifications and is subject to inspection to ensure compliance with the terms of the contract and the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP).

C.1.10.2 The COR shall be notified within one (1) business day upon completion of each work item. Any work not meeting the specifications contained within the PWS shall be corrected within five (5) business days at the expense of the Contractor.

C.1.11 WORK LOCATIONS. Work sites are scattered and vary in topography, vegetative cover and access for equipment. Travel time between sites should also be considered and offer accordingly. See project area map (attached as Technical Exhibit #1).

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C.1.12 REPORT OF WORK PERFORMED. The contractor shall submit weekly the Contractors Weekly Work Log (Attached as Technical Exhibit #2) of all man hours and descriptions of work performed.

C.1.13 PAYMENT PROCEDURES. Payment for services performed under this contract will be made after satisfactory performance of work according to schedule and upon receipt of invoice. No invoice shall be received or accepted until Contractor inspects own performance first. Floods, high lake pool, construction, plant dormancy, and other circumstances may prohibit access to some areas or render mowing unnecessary. If this occurs, some areas will be excluded or an extension may be granted for Adverse Weather (See Section C.1.14). Payment will be made only for services performed.

Invoices shall be submitted to the COR for the task order issued. The Contractor shall submit an original invoice upon completion of work. Each invoice shall contain the following information:

Contractor’s name & address as it appears on the contract Contract number Description of work completed Quantity of work completed Unit prices Extended Totals Original Signature

C.1.14 TIME EXTENSIONS FOR ADVERSE WEATHER OR NO ACCESS DUE TO

HIGH LAKE. If adverse weather causes delays due to unsafe or unworkable conditions; or high lake levels prevent access to work areas; extensions can be given by the Contracting Officer. Conditions must actually prohibit work, beyond the control and without fault or negligence of the Contractor.

C-2

CONTRACTOR FURNISHED ITEMS

C.2.1 EQUIPMENT AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS NECESSARY UNDER THIS

CONTRACT.

C.2.1.1 The Contractor and all applicators must possess a valid Iowa Commercial Pesticide Applicators License, including appropriate categories for applications. Copies of license are to be furnished at the pre-work conference.

C.2.1.2 Mowing equipment must comply with Corps of Engineers Safety and Health

Requirements Manual, EM 385-1-1, dated 15 September 2008, or current copy. A copy is available at the Lake Red Rock Project Office. The safety manual is also available at:

http://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/Publications/EngineerManuals/EM_385- 1- 1_2008Sep_Consolidated_2011Aug.pdf

C.2.1.3 Mowing machinery shall be tractor-drawn and/or mounted rotary mower(s) unless specified otherwise in this section, with tractor or other machine appropriately matched with specifications required for safe, efficient operation of the implement or attachment. Mowers must give a smooth even cut.

C.2.1.4 Mowers must be equipped and maintained continuously with deflection plates, safety chains or other manufacturer approved protective devices on the discharge ports.

C.2.1.5 Machines powering heavy duty brush mowers, forestry mulchers, and tree shears must have high pressure hydraulic system and impact resistant windows to protect operators. Mowing/mulching equipment must be capable of cutting brush into pieces six inches (6”) or less and capable of cutting trees and brush up to four-inch (4”) diameter at base and not higher than three inches (3”) from the ground.

C.2.1.6 Trees up to twenty-four inches (24”) diameter at breast height must be able to felled and moved to pre-determined locations within the designated work area.

There will be no off-site transport of logs or debris.

C.2.1.7 Depending on site conditions, mowing equipment (e.g. a skid steer rotary mower) may be needed to maneuver around desirable species (e.g., oak/walnut plantation). In areas with minimal desirable trees, larger mowing equipment (e.g., tractor with heavy duty rotary brush mower) can be used. All forestry mulching and/or mowing equipment must be capable of removing trees and shrubs up to four inches (4”) at base. Contractor shall review prescription summary and visit sites to determine the appropriately sized equipment to http://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/Publications/EngineerManuals/EM_385-meet prescription requirements.

C.2.1.8 Contractor must have or be able to obtain all equipment needed to fulfill requirements of the contract. The Contractor must be able to obtain on short notice sufficient back-up equipment to continue without interruption from mechanical failure of the primary equipment.

C.2.1.9 Mowing will not be permitted when operations would cause rutting; however, the COR may grant a variance to this requirement, depending upon site conditions. Generally, if a tire track exceeds three inches USACE would not permit mowing until the surface hardens.

C.2.1.10 Equipment may be stored overnight, and on weekends during continuous workdays at the work sites. It is requested that the Contractor coordinate with Contracting Officer’s Representative so that parking locations do not hamper public use, field accesses, gates; is off public roadways; and USACE staff is aware of what and where equipment is located, etc. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) would assume no liability to Contractor equipment caused by vandalism or tampering.

C-3

SPECIFIC TASKS

C.3.1 VEGETATIVE MANAGEMENT. The Contractor shall execute tasks according to the Performance Work Statement.

C.3.1.1 For the purposes of this Performance Work Statement, tree and shrub removal is defined as removal of all unmarked trees and shrubs (e.g., trees and shrubs that are not painted or flagged). Trees and shrubs to be saved are marked with blue paint or orange flagging. Some trees were designated “save” with blue paint and later determined to be removed. These trees will be marked with a blue “X” or blue flagging. The contractor shall remove trees and shrubs with the blue “X” or blue flagging along with all unmarked trees within the designated areas.

C.3.1.2 Large Tree Land Clearing involves mulching, shearing, cutting or girdling all trees and removing all shrubs that are not marked (flagged or painted).

However, those trees marked with a blue “X” or blue flagging are also to be sheared/girdled.

Tree shear all unmarked trees up to twenty-four inches (24”) dbh and move the trees to the identified tree pile locations (see below). All sheared trees shall be moved to the identified tree pile locations. All unmarked trees and shrubs that are not accessible to shearing equipment (e.g., ditches, hillsides, lake shoreline) in identified areas must be cut down and removed to designated piles.

All remaining unmarked trees greater than twenty-four inches (24”) dbh shall be double girdled with a chainsaw, cutting at least 1” deep completely around the tree. The girdle shall be a continuous cut around the circumference of the tree with the parallel cut about three inches (3 ”) apart.

Any remaining woody growth (except save trees and shrubs) shall be removed by cutting, mulching or mowing. All shrubs regardless of size may be cut down or forestry mulched within three inches (3”) of the ground instead of girdling or shearing.

All sheared, cut or girdled trees and shrubs, except oak trees, shall be treated within 1 hour of cutting/girdling with any herbicide formulation approved by the COR and listed on the approved pesticide list.

Sheared tree pile locations will be indicated for all sheared and cut trees.

Once cut, the trees shall be moved to the ident i f ied pile locations. All cut/sheared trees shall be piled as tight as possible to minimize the size and breadth of the piles. No sheared or cut trees or debris shall be left in a firebreak, roadway or in the prairie and woodland maintenance area unless the pile location is identified on the maps within the identified work area.

The contractor shall complete all Large Tree Land Clearing within 60 calendar days of the task delivery order start date.

C.3.1.3 Medium Tree Land Clearing involves mulching, shearing, cutting or girdling all trees and removing all shrubs that are not marked (flagged or painted). However, those trees marked with a blue “X” or blue flagging are also to be sheared/girdled.

Tree shear all unmarked trees up to twelve inches (12”) dbh and move the trees to the identified tree pile locations (see below). All sheared trees shall be moved to the identified tree pile locations. All unmarked trees and shrubs that are not accessible to shearing equipment (e.g., ditches, hillsides, lake shoreline) in identified areas must be cut down and removed to designated piles.

All remaining unmarked trees greater than twelve inches (12”) dbh shall be double girdled with a chainsaw, cutting at least 1” deep completely around the tree. The girdle shall be a continuous cut around the circumference of the tree with the parallel cut about three inches (3 ”) apart.

Any remaining woody growth (except save trees and shrubs) shall be removed by cutting, mulching or mowing. All shrubs regardless of size may be cut down or forestry mulched within three inches (3”) of the ground instead of girdling or shearing.

All sheared, cut or girdled trees and shrubs, except oak trees, shall be treated within 1 hour of cutting/girdling with any herbicide formulation approved by the COR and listed on the approved pesticide list.

Sheared tree pile locations will be indicated for all sheared and cut trees.

Once cut, the trees shall be moved to the ident i f ied pile locations. All cut/sheared trees shall be piled as tight as possible to minimize the size and breadth of the piles. No sheared or cut trees or debris shall be left in a firebreak, roadway or in the prairie and woodland maintenance area unless the pile location is identified on the maps within the identified work area.

The contractor shall complete all Medium Tree Land Clearing and Shrub Removal within 60 calendar days of the task delivery order start date.

C.3.1.4 Small Tree Land Clearing involves mulching, shearing, cutting or girdling all trees and removing all shrubs that are not marked (flagged or painted).

However, those trees marked with a blue “X” or blue flagging are also to be sheared/girdled.

Tree shear all unmarked trees up to six inches (6”) dbh and move the trees to the identified tree pile locations (see below). All sheared trees shall be moved to the identified tree pile locations. All unmarked trees and shrubs that are not accessible to shearing equipment (e.g., ditches, hillsides, lake shoreline) in identified areas must be cut down and removed to designated piles.

All remaining unmarked trees greater than six inches (6”) dbh shall be double girdled with a chainsaw, cutting at least 1” deep completely around the tree. The girdle shall be a continuous cut around the circumference of the tree with the parallel cut about three inches (3 ”) apart.

Any remaining woody growth (except save trees and shrubs) shall be removed by cutting, mulching or mowing. All shrubs regardless of size may be cut down or forestry mulched within three inches (3”) of the ground instead of girdling or shearing.

All sheared, cut or girdled trees and shrubs, except oak trees, shall be treated within 1 hour of cutting/girdling with any herbicide formulation approved by the COR and listed on the approved pesticide list.

Sheared tree pile locations will be indicated for all sheared and cut trees.

Once cut, the trees shall be moved to the ident i f ied pile locations. All cut/sheared trees shall be piled as tight as possible to minimize the size and breadth of the piles. No sheared or cut trees or debris shall be left in a firebreak, roadway or in the prairie and woodland maintenance area unless the pile location is identified on the maps within the identified work area.

The contractor shall complete all Small Tree Land Clearing and Shrub Removal within 60 calendar days of the task delivery order start date.

C.3.1.5 Large Tree Shearing and Girdling involves shearing, cutting or girdling trees within the identified work area. All trees that are not marked (flagged or painted) must be sheared, cut down or girdled. However, those trees marked with a blue “X” or blue flagging are also to be sheared/girdled.

Tree shear all unmarked trees up to twenty-four inches (24”) dbh and move the trees to the identified tree pile locations (see below). All sheared trees shall be moved to the identified tree pile locations. All unmarked trees not accessible to shearing equipment (e.g., ditches, hillsides, lake shoreline) in identified areas must be cut down and removed to designated piles.

All remaining unmarked trees greater than twenty-four inches (24”) dbh shall be double girdled with a chainsaw, cutting at least 1” deep completely around the tree. The girdle shall be a continuous cut around the circumference of the tree with the parallel cut about three inches (3 ”) apart.

All sheared, cut or girdled trees, except oak trees, shall be treated within 1 hour of cutting/girdling with any herbicide formulation approved by the COR and listed on the approved pesticide list.

Sheared tree pile locations will be indicated for all sheared and cut trees.

Once cut, the trees shall be moved to the ident i f ied pile locations. All cut/sheared trees shall be piled as tight as possible to minimize the size and breadth of the piles. No sheared or cut trees or debris shall be left in a firebreak, roadway or in the prairie and woodland maintenance area unless the pile location is identified on the maps within the identified work area.

The contractor shall complete all Shearing and Girdling within 60 calendar days of the task delivery order start date.

C.3.1.6 Medium Tree Shearing and Large Tree Girdling involves shearing, cutting or girdling trees within the identified work area. All trees that are not marked (flagged or painted) must be sheared, cut down or girdled. However, those trees marked with a blue “X” or blue flagging are also to be sheared/girdled.

Tree shear all unmarked trees up to twelve inches (12”) dbh and move the trees to the identified tree pile locations (see below). All sheared trees shall be moved to the identified tree pile locations. All unmarked trees not accessible to shearing equipment (e.g., ditches, hillsides, lake shoreline) in identified areas must be cut down and removed to designated piles.

All remaining unmarked trees greater than twelve inches (12”) dbh shall be double girdled with a chainsaw, cutting at least 1” deep completely around the tree. The girdle shall be a continuous cut around the circumference of the tree with the parallel cut about three inches (3 ”) apart.

All sheared, cut or girdled trees, except oak trees, shall be treated within 1 hour of cutting/girdling with any herbicide formulation approved by the COR and listed on the approved pesticide list.

Sheared tree pile locations will be indicated for all sheared and cut trees.

Once cut, the trees shall be moved to the ident i f ied pile locations. All cut/sheared trees shall be piled as tight as possible to minimize the size and breadth of the piles. No sheared or cut trees or debris shall be left in a firebreak, roadway or in the prairie and woodland maintenance area unless the pile location is identified on the maps within the identified work area.

C.3.1.7 Small Tree Shearing and Large Tree Girdling involves shearing, cutting or girdling trees within the identified work area. All trees that are not marked (flagged or painted) must be sheared, cut down or girdled. However, those trees marked with a blue “X” or blue flagging are also to be sheared/girdled.

Tree shear all unmarked trees up to six inches (6”) dbh and move the trees to the identified tree pile locations (see below). All sheared trees shall be moved to the identified tree pile locations. All unmarked trees and shrubs that are not accessible to shearing equipment (e.g., ditches, hillsides, lake shoreline) in identified areas must be cut down and removed to designated piles.

All remaining unmarked trees greater than six inches (6”) dbh shall be double girdled with a chainsaw, cutting at least 1” deep completely around the tree. The girdle shall be a continuous cut around the circumference of the tree with the parallel cut about three inches (3 ”) apart.

All sheared, cut or girdled trees, except oak trees, shall be treated within 1 hour of cutting/girdling with any herbicide formulation approved by the COR and listed on the approved pesticide list.

Sheared tree pile locations will be indicated for all sheared and cut trees.

Once cut, the trees shall be moved to the ident i f ied pile locations. All cut/sheared trees shall be piled as tight as possible to minimize the size and breadth of the piles. No sheared or cut trees or debris shall be left in a firebreak, roadway or in the prairie and woodland maintenance area unless the pile location is identified on the maps within the identified work area.

C.3.1.8 Mature Woody Mowing (Spot & Entire) involves mowing or shredding tree and mature shrub growth as close to the ground as possible with a heavy- d u t y rotary mower or a forestry mulcher (e.g. Fecon, Timberaxe). All trees less than four inch (4”) diameter at breast height (dbh) and ALL invasive shrubs, such as autumn olive and honeysuckle, shall be mowed or mulched except save trees and shrubs marked with orange flagging or blue paint in the identified work areas on the maps.

Mowing/mulching implements must be able to maneuver around trees to mow targeted woody vegetation and must be capable of cutting woody vegetation as described below. It is permissible for the Contractor to cut with chain saw, the woody growth and remove from mowed field unless marked to be saved. Sites include prairies cleared of invasive shrub and trees with slash, root/stump sprouts; old fields; prairie remnants; prairie re-establishments; prairie expansion areas; woodlands with woody regrowth;

and savanna restorations.

Spot mowing is defined as mowing only the woody growth portions in the areas identified on maps, and not mowing areas lacking woody growth.

Chips/shreds are not to exceed six inches (6”) long and tree and shrub stumps shall be no higher than three inches (3”) from the ground.

Entire area mowing is defined as mowing the entire area identified on the maps. Mowing height shall not be higher than three inches (3”).

Chips/shreds are not to exceed six inches (6”) long and tree and shrub stumps shall be no higher than three inches (3”) from the ground.

The contractor shall complete all woody mowing within 60 calendar days of the task delivery order start date.

C.3.1.9 Woody Regrowth Mowing (Spot & Entire) involves mowing or shredding tree and shrub r e growth that has been mulched within the two (2) previous growing seasons. Trees and shrubs shall be mowed as close to the ground as possible with a heavy-duty rotary mower or a forestry mulcher (e.g.

Fecon, Timberaxe). All weed tree regrowth and ALL invasive shrubs, such as autumn olive and honeysuckle, shall be mowed or mulched in the identified work areas on the maps. Certain species, such as oak, hickory, walnut, elderberry and hazelnut will be reserved from the regrowth mowing. The task order will indicate the regrowth species to be reserved.

Mowing/mulching implements must be able to maneuver around trees to mow targeted woody vegetation and must be capable of cutting woody vegetation as described below. It is permissible for the Contractor to cut with chain saws the woody growth and remove off the mowed field. Sites include prairies cleared of invasive shrub and trees with slash, root/stump sprouts; old fields; prairie remnants; prairie re-establishments; prairie expansion areas; woodlands with woody regrowth; and savanna restorations.

Spot mowing is defined as mowing only the woody growth portions in the areas identified on maps, and not mowing areas lacking woody growth.

Chips/shreds are not to exceed six inches (6”) long and tree and shrub stumps shall be no higher than three inches (3”) from the ground.

Entire area mowing is defined as mowing the entire area identified on the maps. Mowing height shall not be higher than three inches (3”).

Chips/shreds are not to exceed six inches (6”) long and tree and shrub stumps shall be no higher than three inches (3”) from the ground.

The contractor shall complete all woody mowing within 60 calendar days of the task delivery order start date.

C.3.1.10 Herbaceous Mowing involves mowing areas that are comprised mostly of herbaceous plants and very little woody growth. Areas could include, but are not limited to; prairies, savannas, old fields, pond dams and food plots.

The contractor shall complete all Herbaceous Mowing within 30 calendar

C.3.1.11 New Firebreak Creation involves clearing a 20’ wide path of all woody and herbaceous vegetation. Trees greater than 4” dbh and less than 18” dbh shall be sheared or cut down and removed to the designated tree pile locations. All trees less than 4” dbh and shrubs may be removed by a forestry mulcher or rotary mower with chips/shreds left where they were mulched/mowed. Chips and shreds shall not exceed 6” or longer. It is permissible to cut with chainsaw all woody plants and remove to the designated tree pile locations. The cut shall be horizontal and not angled.

A tree shear, brush mower, forestry mulcher or chainsaw may be used.

All stumps larger than 1” at the base shall be no higher than 3” from the ground and shall be treated within 1 hour of cutting/girdling, except oak trees according to pesticide label within 1 hour. The Contractor may select the chemical formulation to be used in order to obtain complete control of target vegetation. Proposed formulations must conform to pesticide label and submitted to the COR for approval. Products must also be on the Rock Island District’s list of Pre-Approved Pesticides.

The firebreak path must be able to be mowed by a tractor with a rotary brush mower (only small debris remaining with maneuverable corners). The outside of the new firebreak will be flagged with red flagging.

The contractor shall complete all New Firebreak Creation within 60 calendar

C.3.1.12 Firebreak Mowing involves mowing established firebreaks that are 15- 20’ feet wide. Firebreaks are regularly and consist of grass, weeds, other herbaceous vegetation, and woody growth up to 2” at base. The mowing height shall be no higher than 4” unless requested by the COR. The contractor must mow the specified width and/or maintain previous mowing configurations. It is likely that tree limbs, branches and leaves will rub and scratch equipment. It is not permissible to adjust mowing areas to avoid contact with equipment. It is permissible to prune interfering branches in firebreaks up to 10’ from the ground level. The contractor is responsible to remove limbs and trees that fall within the mowed area. The debris can be pushed to the fence line or off the field site but must remain on USACE property. The contractor is NOT responsible for large-scale, catastrophic damage as a result of high winds or major storms. The contractor is also NOT responsible for removing tree or other debris deposited within the firebreak area as a result of flooding.

The contractor shall complete all Firebreak Mowing within 30 calendar days of the task delivery order start date.

C.3.1.13 Roadside Mowing includes mowing in remote areas along roads that provide public access to natural resource areas. Mowing is typically 10’ feet from the road edge toward the ditch. The mowing height shall be no higher than 4” unless requested by the COR. The contractor must mow the specified width and/or maintain previous mowing configurations. It is likely that tree limbs, branches and leaves will rub and scratch equipment. It is not permissible to adjust mowing areas to avoid contact with equipment.