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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 purpose of this Amendment is to remove w ording in the scope of w ork regarding w ork being required 5 days a w eek.

1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

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

16C. DATE SIGNED

BY 24-Feb-2020

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 W912ES20T0032

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

24-Feb-2020

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 is extended, X is not extended.

Offer must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended by one 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-2020

CODE

CONTRACTING DIVISION

USACE - ST. PAUL

180 5TH STREET E SUITE 700

ST. PAUL MN 55101-1678

W912ES 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than item 6)

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.

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W912ES20T0032

SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

SECTION SF 1449 - CONTINUATION SHEET

The following have been modified:

SCOPE OF WORK

GROUNDS MAINTENANCE SERVICES FOR BLACKHAWK PARK

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS

BLACKHAWK PARK- DE SOTO, WISCONSIN

1. GENERAL

1.1. SCOPE OF WORK: The work to be performed under this contract consists of furnishing all storage buildings, material, equipment, supplies, labor, and transportation to perform all work at the frequency as required by this contract. Work is required five (5) days a week. Work consists of mowing and trimming, stick pickup, and flood and leaf cleanup. A site visit is highly recommended prior to biddings, and can be arranged by contacting the contract specialist.

1.2. DESCRIPTION OF CORPS RECREATION AREAS IN POOL 9: (see Attachment D for locations)

1.2.1. Blackhawk Park is approximately 75 acres managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers that offers both day use and overnight camping facilities. It is located approximately 30 miles south of La Crosse, WI and three (3) miles north of De Soto, WI. Attachment D “Park Map” shows the location of facilities within the park. There are 175 campsites and total visitation averages 130,000 per year.

A complete list of park facilities and inventories affected by this contract are listed in Attachment B “Site facilities and Inventory”.

1.3. CONTRACT PERIOD: The contract term is for the base year. The on-site work performance of this contract shall be from 01 May through 30 November. See Attachment A for Schedule

1 (one) Year contract: 01 May 2020 through 30 April 2021

1.4. FLOODING AND SUSPENTION OF WORK: Annual flooding has become more common at these locations, the contractor may be instructed to suspend a portion of, or all work, due to intermittent flooding, construction activities or other safety hazards. If these or other extreme conditions do not allow maintenance services to be performed, payment shall be reduced by the cost per day for each day that the services were not performed. Three (3) days’ notice will be given to resume work.

1.5. SUBMITTALS

1.5.1. SAFETY PLAN AND AHAs: A safety plan and AHA (Activity Hazard Analysis) shall be completed and approved prior to work starting. Examples can be given upon request.

1.5.2. E-VERIFY: The Contractor shall confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United

States through the e-verify check system. This can be done for free at: https://www.e-verify.gov/

1.5.3. SECURITY BACKGROUND CHECKS: The Contractor shall submit a list of all employees who are to work on this contract to the Government prior to work beginning so that background checks can be performed by our security office.

1.5.4. PROOF OF CURRENT CPR/FIRST AID TRAINING: At all times at least one Contractor employee who is CPR/First Aid trained with a valid certificate shall be on-site.

1.5.5. PROOF OF INSURNACE/LICENSES: Proof of insurance, and all required licenses shall be submitted prior to work.

1.5.6. CHEMICAL INVENTORY SHEET/SDS SHEETS: A list of all chemical products used on-site and their SDS sheets shall be submitted, and kept updated. A binder of all SDS shall be kept on-site and near where the products are stored.

1.6. DAMAGE TO GOVERNMENT BUILDING, EQUIPMENT, AND VEGETATION: The contractor shall be responsible for notifying the Government Point of Contact (POC) of any apparent damage to government property within 24 hours. Damage resulting from Contractor operations shall be repaired by the Contractor, including painting, refinishing or replacement, at no additional cost to the government.

1.7. SAFETY AND SECURITY REQUIREMENT: All work shall be accomplished in a safe manner in accordance with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements Manual, EM 385-1-1., and is available on-line at: http://www.usace.army.mil/SafetyandOccupationalHealth.aspx It shall be the Contractor’s responsibility to furnish all safety equipment and training necessary to perform the contract work.

The Contractor shall cooperate with government personnel in safeguarding government property. The contractor will be issued keys to access needed facilities. It is the Contractor’s responsibility to close and lock all doors when not in use. Neither the Contractor nor the Contractor’s employees are authorized to make duplicate keys. Any additional keys required will be provided by the Government POC. The Contractor shall notify the Government POC immediately if a key has been lost or stolen. Any lost keys shall result in re-keying the affected facilities at the Contractor’s expense. The Contractor shall be responsible for reporting to the Government POC, within 24 hours, all acts of vandalism, larceny, or pilferage to government property.

1.8. DAILY WORK LOGS: The Contractor shall maintain a daily mowing log of all work performed under this contract. Logs shall be submitted daily to the Government POC. Attachment C “Daily Work Log” is a sample log that may be used. Procedures for turning in logs will be discussed at the pre-work meeting.

1.9. INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE:

1.9.1. INSPECTION: The Contractor shall be responsible for quality control and 100% inspection of work performance within the specifications of this contract, any deficiencies that the Contractors discovers shall be immediately corrected. The Contractor shall report to the Government POC any pre-existing conditions that would prevent the Contractor for fulfilling any aspects of the Contract.

1.9.2. ACCEPTANCE OF WORK: In accordance with the inspection of services provisions of the contract, clause 52.212-4(a), the Contractor shall provide quality products in a timely manner. The Government may require the Contractor, at no additional cost, to replace or correct work that fails to meet contract requirements.

When any deficiencies occur the Contracting Officer will inform the Contractor. This may be verbally or a formal written communication called a Contract Discrepancy Report (CDR). Written responses are required to a CDR. Failure to meet performance requirements may result in payment reductions. Failure of the Contractor to provide services listed in the contract may be grounds for dismissal and termination of the contract, clause 52-212-4.

1.10. DEBARMENT: The Contractor may not terminate the contract. The Contractor’s failure to comply with contract specifications, fraudulent, criminal, or other seriously improper conduct of the contractor, or individuals associated with the contractor, shall be grounds for suspension or debarment for a period of time not to exceed 3 years. Acceptance of the contract shall be evidence of such knowledge, approval, or acquiescence of all contract specification.

1.11. CONTRACTOR STORAGE AND STAGING AREA: The Contractor may bring in a removable building to store equipment and supplies that must be approved by the Government POC. A location for placement is marked on Attachment D “Park Map”. Note that there is no power at this location. The site shall remain clean and free of any debris, supplies, and equipment stored outside of the building. Materials shall be stored properly in accordance to OSHA regulations and Government requirements, which include but not limited to: flammable cabinets, first aid kits, SDS sheets, and fire extinguishers.

1.12. ORIENTATION: Prior to the start of work, the Government will provide an orientation to the Contractor and their personnel which will include discussion of contract requirements, facility inventory, safety considerations, administration, and a tour of all recreation areas.

1.13. POINT OF CONTACT:

Eric M Hammer US Army Corps of Engineers Blackhawk Park E590 County Rd BI DeSoto WI 54624 651-290-5996 Eric.m.hammer@usace.army.mil

1.14. PAYMENT: Payments are to be made monthly during the contract period. The contractor shall submit an itemized invoice of each service performed in accordance with the CLINs from the contract and shall correspond accurately with the Daily logs submitted for that service period. Invoices shall contain the name, address, and contract number that matches the information appearing on the contract exactly.

Invoice shall be submitted to the POC by email; eric.m.hammer@usace.army.mil.

1.15. PERSONNEL

1.15.1. The Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that all Contractor employees utilized in performing the work of this contract be physically and emotionally qualified for performing the duties to which each is assigned.

1.15.2. The Contractor shall act as, or provide a superintendent. The superintendent shall conduct overall management coordination and be the central point of contact with the Government for performance of work under this contract. The superintendent shall deal directly with the Government POC for normal day to day administration of the contract provisions.

1.15.3. The Contractor shall, at his/her own expense, obtain any State of Wisconsin Licenses or permits required to perform the contract.

1.15.4. Contractor employees and vehicles shall be identified as part of the Contractor’s business at all times while working, Identifying clothing and vehicle logo should be removed if contractor employees are in the park while not working. The Contractor shall require their employees to wear a uniform consisting of long pants and a shirt that bears the company name or logo. Shirts shall be the same in color and style. Employees shall also have steel toed shoes/boots and all personal protective equipment (Eye/Ear Protection) required under EM 385-1-1. The contractor shall ensure that the uniforms worn by workers are clean, neat and presentable. Workers not meeting the criteria specified shall not be allowed to perform duties under this contract until such time as the uniform violations have been corrected.

1.15.5. All Contractor employees shall conduct themselves in a proper manner at all times. Since the majority of work will be performed in the presence of the general public, the conduct of employees is critical and will be closely monitored. The contractor shall ensure that all workers present themselves in a professional manner. The followings practices are prohibited by contractor personnel, and shall be grounds for removal of that individual from this contract:

Possessing a firearm within the property Consumption of alcoholic beverages or other controlled substances during on-duty hours Conduct unbecoming of the position, so as to bring discredit to themselves or the US

Army Corps of Engineers which may include but not limited to theft, cursing, harassment, unwarranted physical contact.

Use of any tobacco products (including chewing tobacco and e-cigarettes) while performing their duties

Sale of unauthorized items, or any other type of commercial activity Acceptance of gratuities

2. MOWING & TRIMMING SERVICES FOR MISSISSIPPI RIVER RECREATION AREAS IN POOL 9

2.1. GENERAL: The Contractor shall furnish all maintenance services and supply required equipment and materials to maintain the areas and facilities as the contract specifies. The work shall consist of grass/weed mowing and trimming and shall take place at Blackhawk Park, Millstone Landing, and Bad Axe Landing.

2.1.1. MOWING LOGS: Daily Logs shall be kept and recorded. Each log shall indicate the area of work performed and the percentage of that area mowed. (see Attachment C, Daily Work Log)

2.1.2. PAYMENT: Payments shall be made for the actual mowing completed each month that is based on the percentages of the areas mowed which are submitted on the work logs by the contractor.

2.1.3. MOWING AREAS: (see Attachment E, Blackhawk Mowing Boundaries)

AREA CODE AREA NAME APPROXIMATE ACRES

AREA 1 Upper Loop Campground 9.5 AREA 2 Boathouse & West Loop Campground 7.8 AREA 3 Shelter 2 & Green Lake Ramp 5.0 AREA 4 Shelter 3 & Beach Dayuse 6.5 AREA 5 Green Lake Campground & Lower Loop 5.3 AREA 6 Riverside Campground 5.6

TOTAL 39.7

2.2. FREQUENCY: Mowing and trimming services shall take place between May 1st and October 31st. Work will be permitted between the hours of 9am and 7pm Monday through Thursday and 9am and 3pm on Fridays. Mowing and trimming work shall not be permitted on Saturdays, Sundays, or holidays, unless approved in advance by the contracting officer. Approximately 20 mowing cycles are typically completed each season.

2.3. SUPPLIES: The Contractor shall furnish all supplies and materials to properly mow and trim all areas specified in the contract. All guards and safety equipment and features shall be operational and used with mowing equipment.

2.4. MOWING AND TRIMMING EXPECTATIONS:

2.4.1. MOWING HEIGHT: Grass shall be cut to a minimum height of two (2) inches, and a maximum height of three (3) inches. Grass (or weeds) shall not reach a length in excess of five (5) inches, unless directed otherwise by the Government POC.

2.4.2. GRASS CLIPPINGS shall be left on the ground for mulch, unless clumping or mounding occurs in heavy grass, in which case clumps or mounds shall be removed and disposed of at a designated disposal area in the park.

2.4.3. MOWING BLADES shall be kept sharp as to not damage the grass.

2.4.4. POLICING: All areas shall be inspected prior to mowing and any debris shall be removed; if trash is struck by a mower, it shall be picked up immediately.

2.4.5. All grass and other debris which has blown onto sidewalks or paved surfaces shall be removed prior to leaving that area.

2.4.6. Trimming shall be completed around all objects, natural or manmade, located within the mowing boundaries. These objects include, but are not limited to, trees, campsite pads, parking curbs, maintenance building dike riprap, structures, garbage cans, and sign posts.

2.4.6.1. Trimming shall be completed the same day (or as close as reasonably possible) as mowing in each area

2.4.6.2. Four additional (4) trimmings per year shall be completed along the top and down the slope to the current waterline of all shoreline embankments throughout the facilities. In areas of rip rap shoreline the Contractor shall only reach what is accessible from the top, without walking on the riprap.

2.4.6.3. Trimming equipment shall not damage any structures including trees, post, and fencings.

3. OPTIONAL FLOOD CLEAN UP AT BLACKHAWK PARK

3.1. GENERAL: An optional flood cleanup of Blackhawk Park may be necessary after high water event. The

Government contracting officer will authorize the use of this line item. Contractor shall remove all debris from mowed areas, roadway, and parking lots, and complete an initial mowing. When completed it shall be back to pre-flood conditions and general mowing can resume without issues.

3.1.1. HOURS AND FREQENCY: Work shall initiate when authorized by the contracting officer can be anytime within the contact period. Authorized cleanup areas, and payments for areas that have completed flood cleanup will be based on the mowing areas and percentages.

(See Attachment E)

AREA CODE AREA NAME APPROXIMATE ACRES

AREA 1 Upper Loop Campground 9.5 (24%) AREA 2 Boathouse & West Loop

Campground

7.8 (20%)

AREA 3 Shelter 2 & Green Lake Ramp

5.0 (13%)

AREA 4 Shelter 3 & Beach Dayuse 6.5 (16%) AREA 5 Green Lake Campground &

Lower Loop

5.3 (13%)

AREA 6 Riverside Campground 5.6 (14%)

TOTAL 39.7 (100%)

3.2. CLEANING EXPECTATION: Contactor shall be expected to remove all debris up to 10” in diameter (Govt Staff will remove larger items) which would include flood debris lines, wood debris and trash, as well as completing an initial mowing. Debris shall be disposed of at an onsite location specified by the Government POC. When work is completed general mowing services can resume without issues.

4. LEAF CLEAN UP AT BLACKHAWK PARK

4.1. GENERAL: A fall leaf cleanup of Blackhawk Park shall be completed. This includes the removal or mulching of leaves, branches and twigs that fall during this time. Burning of leaves is not allowed.

4.2. HOURS AND FREQENCY: Work will begin September 1st and be completed by November 30th. Clean up shall not be performed on Saturdays or Sundays. Removal of debris shall occur at a frequency so that debris does not completely cover campsite pads. (In previous years leaf pick up was completed weekly once leaves begin to fall.)

4.3. CLEANING EXPECTATION: The Contractor is expected to remove all leaves, branches and twigs that fall during this time. The Contractor may mulch this material but it must not damage the grass or grounds in the process. If furrows or clumps remain after mulching they shall be removed and disposed of at an onsite location specified by the Government POC. If grass areas will be damaged from repeated mulching the Government POC will specify that the leaves will be picked up and removed to the onsite disposal location.

Bio-based The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) designates certain biobased products for federal procurement and specifies minimum biobased content levels for those products. Any designated product that is being offered or supplied under this contract shall meet USDA BioPreferred’s minimum biobased content level. Visit the BioPreferred web site for the complete list of designated products and the associated minimum biobased content level requirements.

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