W912ES23Q0029 Amendment 0001.pdf

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 Amendment 0001 is to clarify SOW requirements, add information regarding disposal, add Exhibit A (show ing potential task order areas), and update SCA w age determinations.

1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

J 1 39

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

16C. DATE SIGNED

BY 08-Jan-2024

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 W912ES24Q0029

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

21-Dec-2023

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

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

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

(a) By completing Items 8 and 15, and returning 1 copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted;

or (c) By separate letter or telegram which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN

REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by telegram or letter, provided each telegram or letter makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required)

13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS.

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE

CONTRACT ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation date, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(B).

C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not, is required to sign this document and return copies to the issuing office.

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

10A. MOD. OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO. 5. PROJECT NO.(If applicable)

6. ISSUED BY

3. EFFECTIVE DATE

08-Jan-2024

CODE

CONTRACTING DIVISION

USACE, ST PAUL

332 MINNESOTA STREET

SUITE E1500

ST PAUL MN 55101-1323

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

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.

CODE

See Item 6

FACILITY CODECODE

EMAIL:TEL:

W912ES24Q0029

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 12-Jan-2024 11:00 AM to 16-Jan-2024 11:00 AM.

The following have been modified:

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

Performance Work Statement (PWS) Fargo-Moorhead Metropolitan Area Flood Risk Management Project

IDIQ Contract for Tree Removal

1. GENERAL: The Contractor shall furnish all necessary personnel, materials, supplies, parts, tools, equipment, and vehicles, except as otherwise provided for herein, required to perform tree removal services specified within the area of responsibility of the Fargo Moorhead Metropolitan Area Flood Risk Management Project and in strict accordance with all Terms, Conditions, General, Specific and Technical Provisions, Drawings, Attachments, etc., contained herein or incorporated by reference.

Incorporation by reference shall include all mandatory provisions required by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) whether referenced or not, current at time of award.

1.1. Background: The Fargo Moorhead Metropolitan Area Flood Risk Management Project is a large civil works project to reduce risk of catastrophic flooding in the Fargo Moorhead Metropolitan area. Construction of the project includes a 35-mile flood diversion channel and large structures to change and direct flows. Construction on project sites requires them to be cleared of any existing structures or trees for construction to commence. Due to the Northern Long-Eared Bat being listed as a Federally endangered species, the clearing of trees thicker than 3 inches diameter at breast height (DBH) has been restricted. Trees of 3” or greater DBH may only be cleared when the Northern Long-Eared Bat is hibernating. In the project area, tree clearing may only occur between October 1 and April 15.

1.2. Generalized Site Conditions: Areas of forest and tree clearing are old fence rows, wind rows, farmstead tree lines and forested areas along the river corridor. Stands consist primarily of ash, elm and boxelder with some cottonwood, oak, and hackberry mixed in. Trees are of poor quality, although some large cottonwood may be merchantable. Average tree diameter is 12 inches with a range of 4 to 42 inches at DBH. Mean basal area is roughly 120 ft2/acre with stands ranging from 80 to 190 ft2/acre. Stand volumes across the sites are highly variable with the average volume per acre being roughly 24 cords/acre and a range of 13 cords/acre to 44 cords/acre.

1.3. Compensation: The payment provided for in the contract shall constitute full compensation for furnishing all materials and for performing all work under the contract in a complete and acceptable manner. The contract work shall include providing plant, equipment, tools, supplies, labor, supervision, incidental materials, quality control, environmental protection, and meeting safety requirements, and for performing all work required for which separate payment is not otherwise provided. Compensation for all work shown, specified, or essential to completion of the project (whether or not the specific material or operation is indicated) shall be included on the pricing schedule. The payment provided for in the contract includes compensation for all risk, loss, damage, and expense arising out of the nature of the work or its prosecution, subject to conditions of the contract. Payment for each contract line item will constitute full compensation for performing the work specified in this PWS.

1.4. Materials and Equipment: The contractor shall furnish all equipment to perform the work required within the PWS. Equipment used shall be in working condition free of leaking oil, gas, hydraulic oil, and or any other substances in which could damage any park facilities. All equipment shall have protective guards and proper safety devices functioning and working before any work shall be performed.

1.5. Scope The work will primarily occur in the southern diversion channel, Southern Embankment, and Eastern Tie-Back areas, but may occur anywhere in the region. This requirement is an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. This contract type provides a not to exceed (NTE) estimate of the work required to be performed over the contract period. The actual quantities of services ordered under this contract may be significantly less than the NTE contract quantity. Estimated quantities and/or the work to be performed are described herein as Contract Line Items (CLINS) and/or listed on separate sheets as Price Schedules. These quantities are approximate and are provided only for the Contractor's information to assist in preparation of quotations. They are not guaranteed and the actual quantities may be less than shown.

Variations in these estimated quantities shall not be justification for or request for additional payment. The Government reserves the right to perform any or all of the services described herein above the guaranteed minimum with its own personnel or volunteers. Contractor work and responsibility shall include, but shall not be limited to: all planning, programming, administration and management necessary to assure that all services are conducted in accordance with the contract and all applicable laws, regulations, codes, or directives. Contractor shall perform all related Contractor administrative services necessary to perform the work such as quality control, Contractor financial control, and maintenance of accurate and complete records and files.

1.5.1. Tree Removal: Work areas shall be identified on the task order with maps provided from the Government. All trees greater than 2.5 inches DBH (diameter at breast height) within the identified work areas shall be felled and debris disposed of. Debris disposal methods are at the discretion of the contractor. Debris must be removed and disposed of offsite. Stump heights shall be left between 2 and 3 feet in height. The Contractor shall use whatever methods necessary to remove trees without damaging infrastructure (roads, powerlines etc.).

Any damage to infrastructure as a result of the Contractor's negligence shall be repaired or replaced at the Contractor's expense.

Tree removal must occur within 4 weeks of task order issuance (unless otherwise mutually agreed upon). Note: Tree removal line items include all equipment and personnel to remove the tree and debris in accordance to contract specifications. For example, if tree removal requires special equipment such as a bucket truck, contractor shall not request payment or invoice the Government for this equipment or personnel, the cost shall be included in the line-item price for tree removal.

1.5.2. Traffic Control: The Contractor must consider and anticipate the public in the vicinity of the work area. Roadways shall be temporarily closed, at Contractor’s discretion, if deemed a safety hazard to users during services. Traffic safety standards found in EM385-1-1 shall be followed and adhered to.

1.5.3. Transportation. All mileage costs should be included in each quoted item for tree removal services. The contractor must abide by all hauling and tonnage restrictions on local roads as well as any other ordinances or laws that may be in place. Contractor must also abide by all wood transportation laws that are established for the local area to prevent the spread of invasive pests such as emerald ash borer.

1.5.4. Disposal of Debris. The Contractor shall dispose of all materials and/or debris from the tree removal service work under this contract. No separate payment for the disposal of materials and debris will be made. The maximum acceptable size of debris left on site may not exceed 1 inch in diameter and 5 feet in length. Debris may not remain on site and must be removed within 7 days of tree removal. Debris disposal must comply with local laws and ordinances and may not be transported across state lines or leave quarantine zones to prevent the spread of emerald ash borer or other such pests.

Burning of debris onsite is permitted if performed in such a way that it does not negatively impact the surrounding area. Contractor shall be responsible for obtaining required permits.

Contractor shall ensure that debris remaining on-site meets dimensional requirements.

Contractor shall not bury burned debris and shall transport remains of burned debris exceeding allowable dimensions are transported to off-site disposal.

1.5.5. Administration: No separate payment will be made for the contractor's administrative costs to set up office and complete all the necessary paperwork required in this scope of work.

1.5.6. REQUIRED INSURANCE

1.5.6.1. Minimum Insurance: Any successful bidder under this solicitation shall procure and maintain the minimum insurance requirements during the entire period of performance of this contract.

1.5.6.1.1. Comprehensive General Liability Insurance: Comprehensive General Liability Insurance for bodily injury is the minimum limit of $500,000 per occurrence. No property damage liability insurance is required.

1.5.6.1.2. Comprehensive Vehicle Liability Insurance: Comprehensive Vehicle Liability Insurance covering the operation of all vehicles used in connection with the performance of this contract is the minimum limits of $200,000 per person and $500,000 per occurrence for bodily injury and $20,000 per occurrence for property damage.

1.6. Period of Performance:

Base Period - Date of Award to August 31, 2024 Option Period 1 – September 1, 2024 to August 31, 2025 Option Period 2 – September 1, 2025 to August 31, 2026 Option Period 3 – September 1, 2026 to August 31, 2027 Option Period 4 – September 1, 2027 to April 30, 2028

1.7. Endangered Species Considerations: Due to the listing of northern long eared bat as a federally endangered species, no tree clearing may occur past April 15 or before October 1 of a given year. No task orders for tree clearing will be issued after March 15 and all task orders issued must be completed before April 15. Wood and debris removal, and site restoration (damage repair) shall be complete by April 30. These restrictions may be subject to change as new guidance is established. The government will update the contractor of any changes.

1.8. Task Order Information: All work under this contract will be ordered by issuance of individual

Task Orders (SF Form 1449, see Exhibit A). The Task Order will list those Contract CLINS that are to be performed and the schedule in which the work shall be performed. A task order will be e-mailed or otherwise transmitted to the contractor. A task order will specify the nature of the work, by line item, to complete and the locations. The individual task orders are firm-fixed priced, and no changes may be made without the prior approval of the Contracting Officer.

Notify the Government if the task will require work beyond the specified line-item quantities on the task order of if additional specific line items are necessary to complete the task item. The Contractor is not to continue performance beyond the specified task order line-item quantities without issuance of another task order to continue work. If upon receipt of the order, the contractor disagrees with any item, (such as the size of trees to be removed) the Contractor is to immediately contact the Contracting Officer and request a modification to the task order. This modification must be accomplished prior to starting work on the services covered by the order.

Contractor shall notify the Government when work is complete. The Contractor will be paid only for work accomplished and performed in accordance with these specifications and requirements of Task Orders. The Contractor will be paid for work accomplished after submittal of correct invoice.

1.9. Federal Holidays: The contractor shall not work on any of the following Holidays or weekends unless approval has been given by Contracting Officer’s Representative:

New Years Day Labor Day Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday Columbus Day Washington’s Birthday Veterans’ Day Memorial Day Thanksgiving Day Juneteenth National Independence Day Christmas Day Independence Day

1.10. Hours of Operation: During winter months the contractor may want to consider shortening work period to only daylight hours for safety purposes but is not required to do so.

1.11. Place of Performance: The work to be performed under this contract will be performed for the Fargo Moorhead Metropolitan Area Flood Risk Management Project. Work required under this solicitation will be located at the sites described herein. Enclosed project map does not show the work areas in detail. It will necessitate that the Contractor include costs for travel time in the quote amount. Many sites are old homestead areas where structures have been removed, however some still have privately owned residences. On these sites, no felling or piling or staging may occur outside of the work limits and the contractor must keep all personnel off privately owned property. Works limits and property boundaries will be established onsite to ensure no trespasses occur.

1.12. General Qualifications: Contractor, Contractor Personnel and Sub-contractors shall be knowledgeable and properly trained for the use of Pole saw, chain saws, and bucket trucks as well as other large equipment and operational safety practices involved in the tree removal. The contractor shall hold all required qualifications required by the states of North Dakota and Minnesota to conduct tree work and operation of large equipment.

1.13. Post Award Conference/Periodic Progress Meetings: The Contractor agrees to attend any post award conference convened by the contracting activity in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation Subpart 42.5. The Contracting Officer (KO), Contracting Officer’s 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.

1.14. Contracting Officer Representative (COR): The (COR) will be identified by separate letter. The COR monitors all technical aspects of the contract and assists in contract administration The COR is authorized to perform the following functions: assure that the Contractor performs the technical requirements of the contract: perform inspections necessary in connection with contract performance; maintain written and oral communications with the Contractor concerning technical aspects of the contract; issue written interpretations of technical requirements, including Government drawings, designs, specifications; monitor Contractor's performance and notifies both the Contracting Officer and Contractor of any deficiencies;

coordinate availability of government furnished property, and provide site entry of Contractor personnel. A letter of designation issued to the COR, a copy of which is sent to the Contractor, states the responsibilities and limitations of the COR, especially with regard to changes in cost or price, estimates or changes in delivery dates. The COR is not authorized to change any of the terms and conditions of the contract or any task order.

1.15. Key Personnel: The follow personnel are considered key personnel by the government:

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. 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 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday thru Friday except Federal holidays.

2. SAFETY:

2.1. Safety Manual: The Contractor shall comply with all current provisions of the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) (www.osha.gov), in addition to the standards of the Corps of Engineers manual, EM 385-1-1, Safety and Health Requirements Manual (http://www.usace.army.mil/inet/usace-docs/eng-manuals/em385-1-1/toc.htm). At least two employees on each shift must be trained to administer Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid. Particular emphasis will be placed on the Contractor's safety plan and the reporting provisions.

2.2. Accident Prevention Plan: Before work begins, the contractor is required to develop an Accident Prevention Plan and an Activity Hazard Analysis in accordance with EM 385-1-1. This plan is to address all phases of work within the bounds of government property with specific attention towards the identification of potential hazards associated with each individual work phase. The Accident Prevention Plan must be submitted and approved before any work begins.

2.3. Safety Meetings: The Contractor shall conduct a safety meeting prior to each task order execution with the Contractor's personnel to discuss potential safety hazards. All employees shall be briefed on safety procedures including such things as vehicle operation, use of equipment, first aid, visitor protection, and reporting accidents or injuries.

2.4. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Adequate PPE will be worn at all times while conducting contract services. PPE includes but is not limited to hardhats or helmets, ear protection, eye protection, gloves, long sleeves, and proper safety footwear. Sawyers shall wear appropriate PPE including proper chaps and face shields while operating saws. All individuals involved in contract operations shall be dressed fully to include shoes, pants, and shirts. All of the Contractors’ operations and equipment are to comply with the Corps of Engineers Safety Manual, EM 385-1-1.

2.5. Vehicle Usage: Extreme caution shall be exercised at all times and especially when operating vehicles to prevent accidents and injuries to the Contractor, Contractor’s employees, and private parties and their property.

2.6. Correction of Deficiencies: The Contractor shall be required to correct any Safety deficiencies as directed by the Contracting Officer's Representative.

2.7. Accident Reporting: The Contractor shall maintain an accurate record of, and shall report to the Contracting Officer's Representative, all incidents and accidents within 24 hours of the occurrence, and all serious accidents (those resulting in death or injury requiring medical attention) shall be reported immediately.

2.8. Damage to Properties. The Contractor shall be responsible for any damages to government and private property that occur as a result of work performed as part of this contract. If damages occur, the Contractor shall repair or replace damaged features or facilities to the standards or specifications for which they previously existed, as determined by the COR. If the Contractor fails to perform adequate restoration, the government reserves the right to have the work completed, and take the necessary actions, including withholding payment, to assure that restitution is made. This also pertains to any lands not directly owned by the government, but that the government has interests in such as eminent domain lands, lands with access agreements etc.

2.9. Supervision. The Contractor shall provide supervision of its employees or shall have a superintendent or foreman on the jobsite while services are being performed. The superintendent or foreman shall be designated in writing by the Contractor and shall have full authority to direct the work and to obtain supplies and equipment necessary to complete the work as required by these specifications. The Contract Manager or Superintendent shall have a copy of the contract in their possession at all times for referral concerning questions or contractor responsibility.

DELIVERABLES

Deliverable Due Copies Format Submit To:

Accident Prevention Plan

Within 15 days of Contract Award, Prior to starting work on first task order

1 PDF Contracting Officer Certificate of Insurance

AT/OPSEC E-Verify

WAGE DETERMINATION

REGISTER OF WAGE DETERMINATIONS UNDER | U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR

THE SERVICE CONTRACT ACT | EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS ADMINISTRATION

By direction of the Secretary of Labor | WAGE AND HOUR DIVISION

| WASHINGTON D.C. 20210

| Wage Determination No.: 1979-1073 Daniel W. Simms Division of | Revision No.: 70 Director Wage Determinations| Date Of Last Revision: 12/26/2023

Note: Contracts subject to the Service Contract Act are generally required to pay at least the applicable minimum wage rate required under Executive Order 14026 or Executive Order 13658.

|If the contract is entered into on or |Executive Order 14026 generally applies to | |after January 30, 2022, or the |the contract. | |contract is renewed or extended (e.g., |The contractor must pay all covered workers | |an option is exercised) on or after |at least $17.20 per hour (or the applicable | |January 30, 2022: |wage rate listed on this wage determination,| | |if it is higher) for all hours spent | | |performing on the contract in 2024. | |If the contract was awarded on or |Executive Order 13658 generally applies to | |between January 1, 2015 and January 29,|the contract. | |2022, and the contract is not renewed |The contractor must pay all covered workers | |or extended on or after January 30, |at least $12.90 per hour (or the applicable | |2022: |wage rate listed on this wage determination,| | |if it is higher) for all hours spent | | |performing on the contract in 2024. |

The applicable Executive Order minimum wage rate will be adjusted annually. Additional information on contractor requirements and worker protections under the Executive Orders is available at www.dol.gov/whd/govcontracts.

State: Minnesota Area: Minnesota Statewide **Fringe Benefits Required Follow the Occupational Listing**

Employed on contract(s) for forestry and land management services.

OCCUPATION CODE - TITLE FOOTNOTE RATE

08010 - Brush/Precommercial Thinner 15.58*** 08040 - Choker Setter 21.61 08070 - Faller/Bucker 23.38 08100 - Fire Lookout 15.58*** 08130 - Forestry Equipment Operator 15.58*** 08160 - Forestry/Logging Heavy Equipment Operator 26.15 08190 - Forestry Technician 16.73*** 08200 - Forestry Truck Driver 26.15 08250 - General Forestry Laborer 20.68 08280 - Nursery Specialist 21.62 08310 - Slash Piler/Burner 15.58*** 08340 - Tree Climber 17.43

08370 - Tree Planter 13.02*** 08400 - Tree Planter, Mechanical 13.02***

***Workers in this classification may be entitled to a higher minimum wage under Executive Order 14026 ($17.20 per hour) or 13658 ($12.90 per hour). Please see the Note at the top of the wage determination for more information. Please also note that the minimum wage requirements of Executive Order 14026 and 13658 are not currently being enforced as to contracts or contract-like instruments entered into with the federal government in connection with seasonal recreational services or seasonal recreational equipment rental for the general public on federal lands. The minimum wage requirements of Executive Order 14026 also are not currently being enforced as to any contract or subcontract to which the states of Texas, Louisiana, or Mississippi, including their agencies, are a party.

Note: Executive Order (EO) 13706, Establishing Paid Sick Leave for Federal Contractors, applies to all contracts subject to the Service Contract Act for which the contract is awarded (and any solicitation was issued) on or after January 1, 2017. If this contract is covered by the EO, the contractor must provide employees with 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours they work, up to 56 hours of paid sick leave each year. Employees must be permitted to use paid sick leave for their own illness, injury or other health-related needs, including preventive care; to assist a family member (or person who is like family to the employee) who is ill, injured, or has other health-related needs, including preventive care; or for reasons resulting from, or to assist a family member (or person who is like family to the employee) who is the victim of, domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking. Additional information on contractor requirements and worker protections under the EO is available at www.dol.gov/whd/govcontracts.

ALL OCCUPATIONS LISTED ABOVE RECEIVE THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS:

HEALTH & WELFARE: $4.98 per hour, up to 40 hours per week, or $199.20 per week or $863.20 per month

HEALTH & WELFARE EO 13706: $4.57 per hour, up to 40 hours per week, or $182.80 per week, or $792.13 per month*

*This rate is to be used only when compensating employees for performance on an SCA-covered contract also covered by EO 13706, Establishing Paid Sick Leave for Federal Contractors. A contractor may not receive credit toward its SCA obligations for any paid sick leave provided pursuant to EO 13706.

VACATION: 1 week paid vacation after 1 year of service with a contractor or successor; and 2 weeks after 2 years. Length of service includes the whole span of continuous service with the present contractor or successor, wherever employed and with the predecessor contractors in the performance of similar work at the same Federal facility. (Reg. 29 CFR 4.173)

HOLIDAYS: A minimum of eleven paid holidays per year: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday, Washington's Birthday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth National Independence Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans' Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. (A contractor may substitute for any of the named holidays another day off with pay in accordance with a plan communicated to the employees involved.) (See 29 CFR 4.174)

** UNIFORM ALLOWANCE **

If employees are required to wear uniforms in the performance of this contract

(either by the terms of the Government contract, by the employer, by the state or local law, etc.), the cost of furnishing such uniforms and maintaining (by laundering or dry cleaning) such uniforms is an expense that may not be borne by an employee where such cost reduces the hourly rate below that required by the wage determination. The Department of Labor will accept payment in accordance with the following standards as compliance:

The contractor or subcontractor is required to furnish all employees with an adequate number of uniforms without cost or to reimburse employees for the actual cost of the uniforms. In addition, where uniform cleaning and maintenance is made the responsibility of the employee, all contractors and subcontractors subject to this wage determination shall (in the absence of a bona fide collective bargaining agreement providing for a different amount, or the furnishing of contrary affirmative proof as to the actual cost), reimburse all employees for such cleaning and maintenance at a rate of $3.35 per week (or $.67 cents per day). However, in those instances where the uniforms furnished are made of ""wash and wear"" materials, may be routinely washed and dried with other personal garments, and do not require any special treatment such as dry cleaning, daily washing, or commercial laundering in order to meet the cleanliness or appearance standards set by the terms of the Government contract, by the contractor, by law, or by the nature of the work, there is no requirement that employees be reimbursed for uniform maintenance costs.

** NOTES APPLYING TO THIS WAGE DETERMINATION **

Under the policy and guidance contained in All Agency Memorandum No. 159, the Wage and Hour Division does not recognize, for section 4(c) purposes, prospective wage rates and fringe benefit provisions that are effective only upon such contingencies as ""approval of Wage and Hour, issuance of a wage determination, incorporation of the wage determination in the contract, adjusting the contract price, etc."" (The relevant CBA section) in the collective bargaining agreement between (the parties) contains contingency language that Wage and Hour does not recognize as reflecting ""arm's length negotiation"" under section 4(c) of the Act and 29 C.F.R. 5.11(a) of the regulations. This wage determination therefore reflects the actual CBA wage rates and fringe benefits paid under the predecessor contract.

** SERVICE CONTRACT ACT DIRECTORY OF OCCUPATIONS **

The duties of employees under job titles listed are those described in the ""Service Contract Act Directory of Occupations"", Fifth Edition (Revision 1), dated September 2015, unless otherwise indicated.

REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION OF ADDITIONAL CLASSIFICATION AND WAGE RATE

Standard Form 1444 (SF-1444)

Conformance Process:

The contracting officer shall require that any class of service employee which is not listed herein and which is to be employed under the contract (i.e., the work to be performed is not performed by any classification listed in the wage determination), be classified by the contractor so as to provide a reasonable relationship (i.e., appropriate level of skill comparison) between such unlisted classifications and the classifications listed in the wage determination. Such conformed classes of employees shall be paid the monetary wages and furnished the fringe benefits as are determined (See 29 CFR 4.6(b)(2)(i)). Such conforming procedures shall be initiated by the contractor prior to the performance of contract work by such unlisted class(es) of employees (See 29 CFR 4.6(b)(2)(ii)). The Wage and Hour Division shall make a final determination of conformed classification, wage rate, and/or fringe benefits which shall be retroactive to the commencement date of the contract (See 29 CFR 4.6(b)(2)(iv)(C)(vi)). When multiple wage determinations are included in a contract, a separate SF-1444 should be prepared for each wage determination to which a class(es) is to be conformed.

The process for preparing a conformance request is as follows:

1) When preparing the bid, the contractor identifies the need for a conformed occupation(s) and computes a proposed rate(s).

2) After contract award, the contractor prepares a written report listing in order the proposed classification title(s), a Federal grade equivalency (FGE) for each proposed classification(s), job description(s), and rationale for proposed wage rate(s), including information regarding the agreement or disagreement of the authorized representative of the employees involved, or where there is no authorized representative, the employees themselves. This report should be submitted to the contracting officer no later than 30 days after such unlisted class(es) of employees performs any contract work.

3) The contracting officer reviews the proposed action and promptly submits a report of the action, together with the agency's recommendations and pertinent information including the position of the contractor and the employees, to the Wage and Hour Division, U.S. Department of Labor, for review (See 29 CFR 4.6(b)(2)(ii)).

4) Within 30 days of receipt, the Wage and Hour Division approves, modifies, or disapproves the action via transmittal to the agency contracting officer, or notifies the contracting officer that additional time will be required to process the request.

5) The contracting officer transmits the Wage and Hour decision to the contractor.

6) The contractor informs the affected employees.

Information required by the Regulations must be submitted on SF-1444 or bond paper.

When preparing a conformance request, the ""Service Contract Act Directory of Occupations"" (the Directory) should be used to compare job definitions to ensure that duties requested are not performed by a classification already listed in the wage determination. Remember, it is not the job title, but the required tasks that determine whether a class is included in an established wage determination.

Conformances may not be used to artificially split, combine, or subdivide classifications listed in the wage determination.

THE SERVICE CONTRACT ACT | EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS ADMINISTRATION

By direction of the Secretary of Labor | WAGE AND HOUR DIVISION

| WASHINGTON D.C. 20210

| Wage Determination No.: 2015-4967 Daniel W. Simms Division of | Revision No.: 24 Director Wage Determinations| Date Of Last Revision: 12/26/2023

Note: Contracts subject to the Service Contract Act are generally required to pay at least the applicable minimum wage rate required under Executive Order 14026 or Executive Order 13658.

|If the contract is entered into on or |Executive Order 14026 generally applies to | |after January 30, 2022, or the |the contract. | |contract is renewed or extended (e.g., |The contractor must pay all covered workers | |an option is exercised) on or after |at least $17.20 per hour (or the applicable | |January 30, 2022: |wage rate listed on this wage determination,| | |if it is higher) for all hours spent | | |performing on the contract in 2024. | |If the contract was awarded on or |Executive Order 13658 generally applies to | |between January 1, 2015 and January 29,|the contract. | |2022, and the contract is not renewed |The contractor must pay all covered workers | |or extended on or after January 30, |at least $12.90 per hour (or the applicable | |2022: |wage rate listed on this wage determination,| | |if it is higher) for all hours spent | | |performing on the contract in 2024. |

The applicable Executive Order minimum wage rate will be adjusted annually. Additional information on contractor requirements and worker protections under the Executive Orders is available at www.dol.gov/whd/govcontracts.

State: Minnesota

Area: Minnesota County of Clay

**Fringe Benefits Required Follow the Occupational Listing**

OCCUPATION CODE - TITLE FOOTNOTE RATE

01000 - Administrative Support And Clerical Occupations 01011 - Accounting Clerk I 16.85*** 01012 - Accounting Clerk II 18.92 01013 - Accounting Clerk III 21.16 01020 - Administrative Assistant 28.00 01035 - Court Reporter 20.63 01041 - Customer Service Representative I 14.84*** 01042 - Customer Service Representative II 16.19*** 01043 - Customer Service Representative III 18.18 01051 - Data Entry Operator I 16.16*** 01052 - Data Entry Operator II 17.63 01060 - Dispatcher, Motor Vehicle 25.33 01070 - Document Preparation Clerk 17.59 01090 - Duplicating Machine Operator 17.59

01111 - General Clerk I 17.25 01112 - General Clerk II 18.82 01113 - General Clerk III 21.14 01120 - Housing Referral Assistant 22.99 01141 - Messenger Courier 14.36*** 01191 - Order Clerk I 17.17*** 01192 - Order Clerk II 18.74 01261 - Personnel Assistant (Employment) I 17.60 01262 - Personnel Assistant (Employment) II 19.68 01263 - Personnel Assistant (Employment) III 21.94 01270 - Production Control Clerk 27.41 01290 - Rental Clerk 15.96*** 01300 - Scheduler, Maintenance 18.45 01311 - Secretary I 18.45 01312 - Secretary II 20.63 01313 - Secretary III 22.99 01320 - Service Order Dispatcher 22.65 01410 - Supply Technician 28.00 01420 - Survey Worker 17.51 01460 - Switchboard Operator/Receptionist 15.70*** 01531 - Travel Clerk I 18.40 01532 - Travel Clerk II 19.40 01533 - Travel Clerk III 20.42 01611 - Word Processor I 16.42*** 01612 - Word Processor II 18.45 01613 - Word Processor III 20.63 05000 - Automotive Service Occupations 05005 - Automobile Body Repairer, Fiberglass 23.35 05010 - Automotive Electrician 21.84 05040 - Automotive Glass Installer 20.34 05070 - Automotive Worker 20.34 05110 - Mobile Equipment Servicer 17.40 05130 - Motor Equipment Metal Mechanic 23.13 05160 - Motor Equipment Metal Worker 20.34 05190 - Motor Vehicle Mechanic 23.13 05220 - Motor Vehicle Mechanic Helper 17.16*** 05250 - Motor Vehicle Upholstery Worker 18.88 05280 - Motor Vehicle Wrecker 20.34 05310 - Painter, Automotive 21.84 05340 - Radiator Repair Specialist 20.34 05370 - Tire Repairer 17.21 05400 - Transmission Repair Specialist 23.13 07000 - Food Preparation And Service Occupations 07010 - Baker 15.40*** 07041 - Cook I 16.84*** 07042 - Cook II 19.69 07070 - Dishwasher 13.43*** 07130 - Food Service Worker 14.57*** 07210 - Meat Cutter 18.55 07260 - Waiter/Waitress 11.57*** 09000 - Furniture Maintenance And Repair Occupations 09010 - Electrostatic Spray Painter 21.65 09040 - Furniture Handler 13.49*** 09080 - Furniture Refinisher 21.65 09090 - Furniture Refinisher Helper 16.06*** 09110 - Furniture Repairer, Minor 18.70 09130 - Upholsterer 21.65 11000 - General Services And Support Occupations 11030 - Cleaner, Vehicles 15.26*** 11060 - Elevator Operator 15.26*** 11090 - Gardener 25.46 11122 - Housekeeping Aide 15.83***

11150 - Janitor 15.83*** 11210 - Laborer, Grounds Maintenance 18.69 11240 - Maid or Houseman 14.02*** 11260 - Pruner 16.59*** 11270 - Tractor Operator 23.23 11330 - Trail Maintenance Worker 18.69 11360 - Window Cleaner 17.83 12000 - Health Occupations 12010 - Ambulance Driver 17.17*** 12011 - Breath Alcohol Technician 21.58 12012 - Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant 29.20 12015 - Certified Physical Therapist Assistant 27.94 12020 - Dental Assistant 23.79 12025 - Dental Hygienist 37.17 12030 - EKG Technician 30.93 12035 - Electroneurodiagnostic Technologist 30.93 12040 - Emergency Medical Technician 17.17*** 12071 - Licensed Practical Nurse I 19.30 12072 - Licensed Practical Nurse II 21.58 12073 - Licensed Practical Nurse III 24.06 12100 - Medical Assistant 18.80 12130 - Medical Laboratory Technician 26.15 12160 - Medical Record Clerk 21.57 12190 - Medical Record Technician 26.00 12195 - Medical Transcriptionist 18.24 12210 - Nuclear Medicine Technologist 47.44 12221 - Nursing Assistant I 13.03*** 12222 - Nursing Assistant II 14.65*** 12223 - Nursing Assistant III 15.98*** 12224 - Nursing Assistant IV 17.95 12235 - Optical Dispenser 18.58 12236 - Optical Technician 19.30 12250 - Pharmacy Technician 20.76 12280 - Phlebotomist 17.54 12305 - Radiologic Technologist 30.88 12311 - Registered Nurse I 25.14 12312 - Registered Nurse II 30.09 12313 - Registered Nurse II, Specialist 30.09 12314 - Registered Nurse III 36.40 12315 - Registered Nurse III, Anesthetist 36.40 12316 - Registered Nurse IV 43.64 12317 - Scheduler (Drug and Alcohol Testing) 26.75 12320 - Substance Abuse Treatment Counselor 27.11 13000 - Information And Arts Occupations 13011 - Exhibits Specialist I 23.16 13012 - Exhibits Specialist II 28.70 13013 - Exhibits Specialist III 35.10 13041 - Illustrator I 23.16 13042 - Illustrator II 28.70 13043 - Illustrator III 35.10 13047 - Librarian 31.78 13050 - Library Aide/Clerk 16.82*** 13054 - Library Information Technology Systems 28.70 Administrator 13058 - Library Technician 18.29 13061 - Media Specialist I 20.72 13062 - Media Specialist II 23.16 13063 - Media Specialist III 25.82 13071 - Photographer I 17.96 13072 - Photographer II 20.10 13073 - Photographer III 24.88 13074 - Photographer IV 30.45

13075 - Photographer V 36.84 13090 - Technical Order Library Clerk 18.28 13110 - Video Teleconference Technician 23.63 14000 - Information Technology Occupations 14041 - Computer Operator I 19.53 14042 - Computer Operator II 21.84 14043 - Computer Operator III 24.66 14044 - Computer Operator IV 27.41 14045 - Computer Operator V 30.35 14071 - Computer Programmer I (see 1) 21.89 14072 - Computer Programmer II (see 1) 27.13 14073 - Computer Programmer III (see 1) 14074 - Computer Programmer IV (see 1) 14101 - Computer Systems Analyst I (see 1) 14102 - Computer Systems Analyst II (see 1) 14103 - Computer Systems Analyst III (see 1) 14150 - Peripheral Equipment Operator 19.53 14160 - Personal Computer Support Technician 27.77 14170 - System Support Specialist 30.75 15000 - Instructional Occupations 15010 - Aircrew Training Devices Instructor (Non-Rated) 31.86 15020 - Aircrew Training Devices Instructor (Rated) 38.54 15030 - Air Crew Training Devices Instructor (Pilot) 46.20 15050 - Computer Based Training Specialist / Instructor 31.86 15060 - Educational Technologist 35.48 15070 - Flight Instructor (Pilot) 46.20 15080 - Graphic Artist 22.22 15085 - Maintenance Test Pilot, Fixed, Jet/Prop 46.20 15086 - Maintenance Test Pilot, Rotary Wing 46.20 15088 - Non-Maintenance Test/Co-Pilot 46.20 15090 - Technical Instructor 24.15 15095 - Technical Instructor/Course Developer 29.53 15110 - Test Proctor 19.49 15120 - Tutor 19.49 16000 - Laundry, Dry-Cleaning, Pressing And Related Occupations 16010 - Assembler 11.19*** 16030 - Counter Attendant 11.19*** 16040 - Dry Cleaner 14.10*** 16070 - Finisher, Flatwork, Machine 11.19*** 16090 - Presser, Hand 11.19*** 16110 - Presser, Machine, Drycleaning 11.19*** 16130 - Presser, Machine, Shirts 11.19*** 16160 - Presser, Machine, Wearing Apparel, Laundry 11.19*** 16190 - Sewing Machine Operator 14.92*** 16220 - Tailor 15.77*** 16250 - Washer, Machine 12.41*** 19000 - Machine Tool Operation And Repair Occupations 19010 - Machine-Tool Operator (Tool Room) 27.32 19040 - Tool And Die Maker 32.56 21000 - Materials Handling And Packing Occupations 21020 - Forklift Operator 19.54 21030 - Material Coordinator 27.41 21040 - Material Expediter 27.41 21050 - Material Handling Laborer 17.47 21071 - Order Filler 15.93*** 21080 - Production Line Worker (Food Processing) 19.54 21110 - Shipping Packer 19.11 21130 - Shipping/Receiving Clerk 19.11 21140 - Store Worker I 15.63*** 21150 - Stock Clerk 19.08 21210 - Tools And Parts Attendant 19.54 21410 - Warehouse Specialist 19.54

23000 - Mechanics And Maintenance And Repair Occupations 23010 - Aerospace Structural Welder 30.88 23019 - Aircraft Logs and Records Technician 24.12 23021 - Aircraft Mechanic I 29.57 23022 - Aircraft Mechanic II 30.88 23023 - Aircraft Mechanic III 32.06 23040 - Aircraft Mechanic Helper 20.70 23050 - Aircraft, Painter 27.93 23060 - Aircraft Servicer 24.12 23070 - Aircraft Survival Flight Equipment Technician 27.93 23080 - Aircraft Worker 26.01 23091 - Aircrew Life Support Equipment (ALSE) Mechanic 26.01 I 23092 - Aircrew Life Support Equipment (ALSE) Mechanic 29.57

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23110 - Appliance Mechanic 27.32 23120 - Bicycle Repairer 20.82 23125 - Cable Splicer 49.10 23130 - Carpenter, Maintenance 23.24 23140 - Carpet Layer 24.33 23160 - Electrician, Maintenance 29.95 23181 - Electronics Technician Maintenance I 27.87 23182 - Electronics Technician Maintenance II 29.93 23183 - Electronics Technician Maintenance III 31.69 23260 - Fabric Worker 23.60 23290 - Fire Alarm System Mechanic 28.85 23310 - Fire Extinguisher Repairer 21.76 23311 - Fuel Distribution System Mechanic 28.93 23312 - Fuel Distribution System Operator 21.76 23370 - General Maintenance Worker 22.28 23380 - Ground Support Equipment Mechanic 29.57 23381 - Ground Support Equipment Servicer 24.12 23382 - Ground Support Equipment Worker 26.01 23391 - Gunsmith I 21.76 23392 - Gunsmith II 25.44 23393 - Gunsmith III 28.93 23410 - Heating, Ventilation And Air-Conditioning 29.18 Mechanic 23411 - Heating, Ventilation And Air Contidioning 30.47 Mechanic (Research Facility) 23430 - Heavy Equipment Mechanic 29.82 23440 - Heavy Equipment Operator 28.31 23460 - Instrument Mechanic 28.93 23465 - Laboratory/Shelter Mechanic 27.32 23470 - Laborer 17.47 23510 - Locksmith 26.12 23530 - Machinery Maintenance Mechanic 28.79 23550 - Machinist, Maintenance 25.71 23580 - Maintenance Trades Helper 19.86 23591 - Metrology Technician I 28.93 23592 - Metrology Technician II 30.21 23593 - Metrology Technician III 31.36 23640 - Millwright 29.00 23710 - Office Appliance Repairer 24.59 23760 - Painter, Maintenance 23.58 23790 - Pipefitter, Maintenance 30.51 23810 - Plumber, Maintenance 28.81 23820 - Pneudraulic Systems Mechanic 28.93 23850 - Rigger 28.93 23870 - Scale Mechanic 25.44 23890 - Sheet-Metal Worker, Maintenance 29.72 23910 - Small Engine Mechanic 25.16

23931 - Telecommunications Mechanic I 34.55 23932 - Telecommunications Mechanic II 36.08 23950 - Telephone Lineman 33.67 23960 - Welder, Combination, Maintenance 23.24 23965 - Well Driller 28.85 23970 - Woodcraft Worker 28.93 23980 - Woodworker 21.76 24000 - Personal Needs Occupations 24550 - Case Manager 19.27 24570 - Child Care Attendant 12.51*** 24580 - Child Care Center Clerk 15.60*** 24610 - Chore Aide 15.61*** 24620 - Family Readiness And Support Services 19.27 Coordinator 24630 - Homemaker 19.40 25000 - Plant And System Operations Occupations 25010 - Boiler Tender 25.60 25040 - Sewage Plant Operator 31.34 25070 - Stationary Engineer 25.60 25190 - Ventilation Equipment Tender 18.84 25210 - Water Treatment Plant Operator 31.34 27000 - Protective Service Occupations 27004 - Alarm Monitor 23.89 27007 - Baggage Inspector 16.11*** 27008 - Corrections Officer 24.10 27010 - Court Security Officer 23.34 27030 - Detection Dog Handler 18.02 27040 - Detention Officer 24.10 27070 - Firefighter 24.20 27101 - Guard I 16.11*** 27102 - Guard II 18.02 27131 - Police Officer I 28.82 27132 - Police Officer II 32.04 28000 - Recreation Occupations 28041 - Carnival Equipment Operator 17.71 28042 - Carnival Equipment Repairer 19.40 28043 - Carnival Worker 12.65*** 28210 - Gate Attendant/Gate Tender 20.06 28310 - Lifeguard 12.75*** 28350 - Park Attendant (Aide) 22.44 28510 - Recreation Aide/Health Facility Attendant 16.37*** 28515 - Recreation Specialist 27.80 28630 - Sports Official 17.86 28690 - Swimming Pool Operator 22.69 29000 - Stevedoring/Longshoremen Occupational Services 29010 - Blocker And Bracer 30.29 29020 - Hatch Tender 30.29 29030 - Line Handler 30.29 29041 - Stevedore I 28.12 29042 - Stevedore II 32.43 30000 - Technical Occupations 30010 - Air Traffic Control Specialist, Center (HFO) (see 2) 43.06 30011 - Air Traffic Control Specialist, Station (HFO) (see 2) 29.69 30012 - Air Traffic Control Specialist, Terminal (HFO) (see 2) 32.70 30021 - Archeological Technician I 19.10 30022 - Archeological Technician II 21.36 30023 - Archeological Technician III 26.47 30030 - Cartographic Technician 26.47 30040 - Civil Engineering Technician 29.48 30051 - Cryogenic Technician I 29.31 30052 - Cryogenic Technician II 32.37 30061 - Drafter/CAD Operator I 19.10

30062 - Drafter/CAD Operator II 21.36 30063 - Drafter/CAD Operator III 23.81 30064 - Drafter/CAD Operator IV 29.31 30081 - Engineering Technician I 16.53*** 30082 - Engineering Technician II 18.57 30083 - Engineering Technician III 20.77 30084 - Engineering Technician IV 25.73 30085 - Engineering Technician V 31.47 30086 - Engineering Technician VI 38.08 30090 - Environmental Technician 25.01 30095 - Evidence Control Specialist 26.47 30210 - Laboratory Technician 23.81 30221 - Latent Fingerprint Technician I 29.31 30222 - Latent Fingerprint Technician II 32.37 30240 - Mathematical Technician 26.47 30361 - Paralegal/Legal Assistant I…