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Solicitation number: W912HZ-25-Q0014
Issued by: Department of the Army Corps of Engineers Engineer Research and Development Center

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This is a detailed solicitation (W912HZ-25-Q0014) for valve repair and pond cleanup services at the Lewisville Aquatic Ecosystem Research Facility (LAERF) in Lewisville, Texas, issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Engineer Research and Development Center. The contract includes multiple tasks: repairing or replacing 6-inch gate valves on ten half-acre ponds, assessing and repairing linear breaks in 8-inch raw water lines, removing trees and debris from ten ponds while preserving the bentonite layer, replacing non-functional 6-inch gate valves with 8-inch in-line shutoff valves, and clearing drainage ditches.

The solicitation is set aside for small businesses, with a size standard of $25,000,000 and NAICS code 562910. Quotes are due by May 16, 2025, at 5:00 PM CT, to be submitted via email. The contract will be evaluated on a best-value basis, considering technical factors, past performance, and price, with technical and past performance being more important than price. The performance period is from June 16, 2025, to June 15, 2026, with potential options for extensions. The government reserves the right to award the contract without discussions and may make multiple awards if determined to be in the government's best interest.

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SEE ADDENDUM

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W912HZ25Q0014 26-Mar-2025

b. TELEPHONE NUMBER

601-634-2387

8. OFFER DUE DATE/LOCAL TIME

05:00 PM 16 May 2025

5. SOLICITATION NUMBER 6. SOLICITATION ISSUE DATE

AUTHORIZED FOR LOCAL REPRODUCTION

PREVIOUS EDITION IS NOT USABLE

STANDARD FORM 1449 (REV. 2/2012)

Prescribed by GSA – FAR (48 CFR) 53.212

(TYPE OR PRINT)

(SIGNATURE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER)

ADDENDA ARE

26. TOTAL AWARD AMOUNT (For Gov t. Use Only )

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CODE 10. THIS ACQUISITION IS

SUCH ADDRESS IN OFFER

17b. CHECK IF REMITTANCE IS DIFFERENT AND PUT

BELOW IS CHECKED

TELEPHONE NO.

W912HZ9. ISSUED BY

18b. SUBMIT INVOICES TO ADDRESS SHOWN IN BLOCK 18a. UNLESS BLOCK

7. FOR SOLICITATION

INFORMATION CALL:

a. NAME

DEDRICK D BEASLEY

2. CONTRACT NO. 3. AWARD/EFFECTIVE DATE 4. ORDER NUMBER

(TYPE OR PRINT)

30b. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER 30c. DATE SIGNED 31b. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER

30a. SIGNATURE OF OFFEROR/CONTRACTOR 31a.UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

0 27a. SOLICITATION INCORPORATES BY REFERENCE FAR 52.212-1. 52.212-4. FAR 52.212-3. 52.212-5 ARE ATTACHED.

25. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA

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ADDITIONAL SHEETS SUBJECT TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS SPECIFIED.

OFFEROR TO COMPLETE BLOCKS 12, 17, 23, 24, AND 30

SOLICITATION/CONTRACT/ORDER FOR COMMERCIAL ITEMS

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(BLOCK 5), INCLUDING ANY ADDITIONS OR CHANGES WHICH ARE

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. YOUR OFFER ON SOLICITATION

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3909 HALLS FERRY ROAD

VICKSBURG MS 39180-6199

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RATED ORDER UNDER

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$25,000,000

NAICS:

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OFFER DATED

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

COPIES TO ISSUING OFFICE. CONTRACTOR AGREES TO FURNISH AND

EMAIL:

TEL:

31c. DATE SIGNED

SEE SCHEDULE

SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/ SERVICESITEM NO. QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

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WOMEN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESS (WOSB)

ELIGIBLE UNDER THE WOMEN-OWNED

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ACCEPTED, AND CONFORMS TO THE CONTRACT, EXCEPT AS NOTED: ______________________________________________________

32a. QUANTITY IN COLUMN 21 HAS BEEN

RECEIVED INSPECTED

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AUTHORIZED FOR LOCAL REPRODUCTION

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W912HZ25Q0014

Section B - Supplies or Services and Prices

ITEM NO SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

Task 1 – Valve Replace/Repair

FFP

Repair or replace 6-inch gate valve and tie-in (8-inch x 6-inch reducer tee) to 8-inch raw water line for TEN half acre (118.5 ft x 253 ft) ponds to restore working order.

NET AMT

0001AA 1 Job SubTask Valve Pond 14

FFP

Subtask 1.1 For Pond 14, replace existing 6-inch iron gate valve which will require a tie-in to an 8-inch iron raw water line via an 8-inch x 6-inch reducer tee.

FOB: Destination

PSC CD: F108

0001AB 1 Job SubTask Valve Pond 15

FFP

Subtask 1.2 For Pond 15, replace existing 6-inch iron gate valve which will require a tie-in to an 8-inch iron raw water line via an 8-inch x 6-inch reducer tee.

0001AC 1 Job SubTask 1.3 Valve Pond 34

FFP

Subtask 1.3 For Pond 34, replace existing 6-inch iron gate valve which will require a tie-in to an 8-inch iron raw water line via an 8-inch x 6-inch reducer tee.

0001AD 1 Job SubTask 1.4 Valve Pond 35

FFP

Subtask 1.4 For Pond 35, replace existing 6-inch iron gate valve which will require a tie-in to an 8-inch iron raw water line via an 8-inch x 6-inch reducer tee.

0001AE 1 Job SubTask 1.5 Valve Pond 22

FFP

Subtask 1.5 For Pond 22, replace existing 6-inch iron gate valve which will require a tie-in to an 8-inch iron raw water line via an 8-inch x 6-inch reducer tee.

0001AF 1 Job SubTask 1.6 Valve Pond 24

FFP

Subtask 1.6 For Pond 24, replace existing 6-inch iron gate valve which will require a tie-in to an 8-inch iron raw water line via an 8-inch x 6-inch reducer tee.

0001AG 1 Job SubTask 1.7 Valve Pond 41

FFP

Subtask 1.7 For Pond 41, replace existing 6-inch iron gate valve which will require a tie-in to an 8-inch iron raw water line via an 8-inch x 6-inch reducer tee.

0001AH 1 Job SubTask 1.8 Valve Pond 28

FFP

Subtask 1.8 For Pond 28, replace existing 6-inch iron gate valve which will require a tie-in to an 8-inch iron raw water line via an 8-inch x 6-inch reducer tee.

0001AJ 1 Job SubTask 1.9 Valve Pond 38

FFP

Subtask 1.9 For Pond 38, replace existing 6-inch iron gate valve which will require a tie-in to an 8-inch iron raw water line via an 8-inch x 6-inch reducer tee.

0001AK 1 Job SubTask 1.10 Valve Pond 31

FFP

Subtask 1.10 For Pond 31, replace existing 6-inch iron gate valve which will require a tie-in to an 8-inch iron raw water line via an 8-inch x 6-inch reducer tee.

OPTION Task 2 Assess linear breaks

FFP

Task 2 – Assess linear breaks in 8-inch raw water lines and repair as needed to restore a reliable water supply. The contractor shall locate and repair breaks or leaks in linear 8-inch raw water lines. Existing raw waterlines are on the surface or only a few inches below the surface. Raw water lines and ponds will be dewatered and dry prior to work. The contractor shall complete work satisfactory with industry standards and any applicable codes. All parts shall be replaced with material that is not susceptible to freezing and will not require winterization.

The contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, and equipment required to complete the task. The contractor shall coordinate with the Government to complete repairs and minimize disruption to ongoing work. The contractor shall provide a timeline of repairs at the completion of the assessment of all ponds. The contractor shall provide a warranty for any repairs and provide repair services in the event of a repair failing.

0002AA 1 Job OPTION Subtask 2.1 For Pond 13

FFP

Subtask 2.1 For Pond 13, locate breaks or degraded pipe and repair along 8-inch iron raw water line between ponds.

0002AB 1 Job OPTION Subtask 2.2 For Pond 53

FFP

Subtask 2.2 For Pond 53, locate breaks or degraded pipe and repair along 8-inch iron raw water line between ponds.

0002AC 1 Job OPTION Subtask 2.3 For Pond 38

FFP

Subtask 2.3 For Pond 38, locate breaks or degraded pipe and repair along 8-inch iron raw water line between ponds.

0002AD 1 Job OPTION Subtask 2.4 For Pond 46

FFP

Subtask 2.4 For Pond 46, locate breaks or degraded pipe and repair along 8-inch iron raw water line between ponds.

OPTION Task 3 Tree Brush & Material Removal.

FFP

The contractor shall provide services to remove and dispose of trees, brush, aquatic vegetation, and debris from ten (10) existing ponds up ½ acres in size. Some of the plant matter may be submerged in dirt and will require extraction for roots and other debris. Additionally, some ponds contain old fencing material including t-posts and pvc-welded wire that shall be removed. The contractor shall remove all material from the pond substrate, including all stumps, biomass, and debris, ensuring the pond bed is clean of all plant matter and debris with minimal loss of soil. This can be achieved through methods of mechanical stump removal, mowing and tilling; no chemicals (including herbicides), soil scraping or removal shall occur. The contractor shall ensure the soil protecting the bentonite layer is not stripped in the process of cleanup. The contractor shall ensure all drainage pipes and kettles are free of debris and plant matter allowing for free flow of water from the pond. The contractor is responsible for operating within applicable environmental regulations. An overhead view of the facility ponds

If the bentonite layer is disturbed or removed, the contractor shall be responsible for any repairs required to restore the pond to an operational status.

0003AA Job OPTION Subtask 3.1 For Pond 14

FFP

Subtask 3.1 For Pond 14, remove and dispose of trees, brush, aquatic vegetation, and debris.

0003AB Job OPTION Subtask 3.2 For Pond 15

FFP

Subtask 3.2 For Pond 15, remove and dispose of trees, brush, aquatic vegetation, and debris.

0003AC Job OPTION Subtask 3.3 For Pond 34

FFP

Subtask 3.3 For Pond 34, remove and dispose of trees, brush, aquatic vegetation, debris, and old fencing material including t-posts and pvc-welded wire.

0003AD Job OPTION Subtask 3.4 For Pond 35

FFP

Subtask 3.4 For Pond 35, remove and dispose of trees, brush, aquatic vegetation, and debris.

0003AE Job OPTION Subtask 3.5 For Pond 22

FFP

Subtask 3.5 For Pond 22, remove and dispose of trees, brush, aquatic vegetation, and debris.

0003AF Job OPTION Subtask 3.6 For Pond 24

FFP

Subtask 3.6 For Pond 24, remove and dispose of trees, brush, aquatic vegetation, and debris.

0003AG Job OPTION Subtask 3.7 For Pond 41

FFP

Subtask 3.7 For Pond 41, remove and dispose of trees, brush, aquatic vegetation, and debris.

0003AH Job OPTION Subtask 3.8 For Pond 28

FFP

Subtask 3.8 For Pond 28, remove and dispose of trees, brush, aquatic vegetation, debris, and old fencing material including t-posts and pvc-welded wire.

0003AJ Job OPTION Subtask 3.9 For Pond 38

FFP

Subtask 3.9 For Pond 38, remove and dispose of trees, brush, aquatic vegetation, and debris.

0003AK Job OPTION Subtask 3.10 For Pond 31

FFP

Subtask 3.10 For Pond 31, remove and dispose of trees, brush, aquatic vegetation, and debris.

OPTION Task 4 Non-functional 6-inch gate Valves

FFP

Optional Task 4 – Replacement of Non-functional 6-inch gate valves with in-line shutoff 8-inch gate valves.

All valves shall be in full working order at the conclusion of all work. The contractor shall replace any malfunctioning or damaged 6-inch gate valves with in-line shutoff 8-inch gate valves. Existing raw waterlines are on the surface or only a few inches below the surface. Raw water lines and ponds will be dewatered and dry prior to work. The contractor shall complete work satisfactory with industry standards and any applicable codes. All parts shall be replaced with material that is not susceptible to freezing and will not require winterization.

The contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, and equipment required to complete the task. The contractor shall coordinate with the Government to complete repairs and minimize disruption to ongoing work. The contractor shall provide a timeline of repairs at the completion of the assessment of all ponds. The contractor shall provide a warranty for any faulty installation of new valves and provide repair services in the event of a repaired valve failing.

0004AA 1 Job OPTION Subtask 4.1 For Pond 55

FFP

Subtask 4.1 For Pond 55, replace nonfunctional 6-inch pond gate valves with in-line shutoff 8-inch gate valve.

0004AB 1 Job OPTION Subtask 4.2 For Pond 20

FFP

Subtask 4.2 For Pond 20, replace nonfunctional 6-inch pond gate valves with in-line shutoff 8-inch gate valve.

0004AC 1 Job OPTION Subtask 4.3 For Pond 17

FFP

Subtask 4.3 For Pond 17, replace nonfunctional 6-inch pond gate valves with in-line shutoff 8-inch gate valve..

0004AD 1 Job OPTION Subtask 4.4 For Pond 2

FFP

Subtask 4.4 For Pond 2, replace nonfunctional 6-inch pond gate valves with in-line shutoff 8-inch gate valve.

0004AE 1 Job OPTION Subtask 4.5 For Pond 12

FFP

Subtask 4.5 For Pond 12, replace nonfunctional 6-inch pond gate valves with in-line shutoff 8-inch gate valve.

OPTION Task 5 Repair/replace 6-inch gate valve

FFP

Optional Task 5 – Repair or replace 6-inch gate valve and tie-in (8-inch x 6-inch reducer tee) to 8-inch raw water line for THREE half acre (118.5 ft x 253 ft) ponds to restore working order All valves shall be in full working order at the conclusion of all work. The contractor shall replace any malfunctioning or damaged 6-inch gate valves and tie-in to 8-inch iron raw water line via 8-inch x 6-inch reducer tee.

Existing raw water lines are on the surface or only a few inches below the surface.

Raw water lines and ponds will be dewatered and dry prior to work. The contractor shall complete work satisfactory with industry standards and any applicable codes.

All parts shall be replaced with material that is not susceptible to freezing and will not require winterization.

The contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, and equipment required to complete the task. The contractor shall coordinate with the Government to complete repairs and minimize disruption to ongoing work. The contractor shall provide a timeline of repairs at the completion of the assessment of all ponds. The contractor shall provide a warranty for any faulty installation of new valves and provide repair services in the event of a repaired valve failing.

0005AA 1 Job OPTION Subtask 5.1 For Pond 39

FFP

Subtask 5.1 For Pond 39, replace existing 6-inch iron gate valve and a tie-in to an 8-inch iron raw water line via an 8-inch x 6-inch reducer tee.

0005AB 1 Job OPTION Subtask 5.2 For Pond 40

FFP

Subtask 5.2 For Pond 40, replace existing 6-inch iron gate valve and a tie-in to an 8-inch iron raw water line via an 8-inch x 6-inch reducer tee.

0005AC 1 Job OPTION Subtask 5.3 For Pond 17

FFP

Subtask 5.3 For Pond 17, replace existing 6-inch iron gate valve and a tie-in to an 8-inch iron raw water line via an 8-inch x 6-inch reducer tee.

OPTION Task 6 Tree Brush and Material Removal

FFP

The contractor shall provide services to remove and dispose of trees, brush, aquatic vegetation, and debris from three (3) existing ponds up ½ acres in size. Some of the plant matter may be submerged in dirt and will require extraction for roots and other debris. Additionally, some ponds contain old fencing material including t-posts and pvc-welded wire that shall be removed. The contractor shall remove all material from the pond substrate, including all stumps, biomass, and debris, ensuring the pond bed is clean of all plant matter and debris with minimal loss of soil. This can be achieved through methods of mechanical stump removal, mowing and tilling; no chemicals (including herbicides), soil scraping, or removal shall occur. The contractor shall ensure the soil protecting the bentonite layer is not stripped in the process of cleanup. The contractor shall ensure all drainage pipes and kettles are free of debris and plant matter allowing for free flow of water from the pond. The contractor is responsible for operating within applicable environmental regulations. An overhead view of the facility ponds in attached in Technical Exhibit B.

If the bentonite layer is disturbed or removed, the contractor shall be responsible for any repairs required to restore the pond to an operational status.

ERDC will ensure that the ponds are dewatered and dry prior to brush and material removal.

0006AA 1 Job OPTION Subtask 6.1 For Pond 39

FFP

Subtask 6.1 For Pond 39, remove and dispose of trees, brush, aquatic vegetation, debris, and old fencing material including t-posts and pvc-welded wire.

0006AB 1 Job OPTION Subtask 6.2 For Pond 40

FFP

Subtask 6.2 For Pond 40, remove and dispose of trees, brush, aquatic vegetation, and debris.

0006AC 1 Job OPTION Subtask 6.3 For Pond 17

FFP

Subtask 6.3 For Pond 17, remove and dispose of trees, brush, aquatic vegetation, and debris.

0007 Job OPTION Optional Task 7 – Drainage Ditch Cleanup

FFP

The contractor shall provide services to remove and dispose of trees, brush, aquatic vegetation, and debris from open drainage ditches. This can be achieved through methods of chainsaw tree and shrub removal (to ground level), mowing; no chemicals (including herbicides), soil scraping, or stump removal shall occur. The contractor shall ensure all drainage ditches are free of debris and plant matter allowing for free flow of water from ponds via ditch to discharge area. The contractor is responsible for operating within applicable environmental regulations.

An overhead view of the facility ponds ERDC will ensure that ditches are dewatered and dry prior to brush and material removal.

All debris and materials shall be removed from the site and disposed.

Section C - Descriptions and Specifications

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)

LAERF Pond Cleanup & Valve Repair

Part 1 General Information

1. General: This is a non-personal service(s) contract under which the personnel rendering the service(s) are not subject, either by the contract’s terms or by the manner of its administration, to the supervision and control usually prevailing in relationships between the Government and its employees.

1.1 Description of Services/Introduction: This is a non-personal service(s) contract to provide services for valve repair and pond cleanup at the Lewisville Aquatic Ecosystem Research Facility (LAERF).

1.2 Background: The Environmental Laboratory (EL), Aquatic Ecology & Invasive Species Branch (EEA) research facility LAERF in Lewisville, Texas is used to conduct studies in real world situations for the treatment and management of invasive aquatic species of plants and organisms. The facility is vital to research programs within the EL and require maintenance to maintain and bring all ponds back to working order to advance the research of the

EL.

1.3 Scope: The Contractor shall provide non-personal service(s). The contractor shall provide non-personal services for the restoration and repair of existing ponds at LAERF. These services will require the contractor to complete repairs on the valves and cleanout existing ponds. The contractor will be responsible for providing all labor, equipment, and materials to complete the repairs. This scope of work details 5 separate tasks for the cleanout and repair of the ponds.

1.4 Objectives:

• Repair or replace ten 6- inch iron gate valves

• Locate breaks or degraded pipe and repair along 8-inch iron water line

• Clear ten (10) existing ponds of plant material and debris

• Replace five 6-inch pond gate valves with in-line shutoff 8-inch gate valves

• Repair or replace three 6-inch gate valves and tie-ins to 8-inch iron water lines

• Clear three (3) additional existing ponds of plant material and debris

1.5 General Information:

1.5.1 The Contractor shall inform the COR of issues or potential issues that might affect the performance within 3 business days of identifying those issues. Verbal reports shall be followed up by written reports within 10 business days of initial report.

1.5.2 Quality Assurance: The Government will evaluate the Contractor’s performance under this contract in accordance with the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP). This plan is primarily focused on what the Government must do to ensure that the Contractor has performed in accordance with the performance standards. It defines how the performance standards will be applied, the frequency of surveillance, and the acceptable quality levels (performance thresholds).

1.5.3 Recognized Holidays: The following provides information on recognized holidays for the purpose of the PWS. If submittal of any documentation (e.g. deliverables, submittals, etc.) deadlines fall on a holiday, the closest work day prior to the holiday will apply as the deadline for submittal.

1.5.3.1 U.S. Holidays: Work may be performed on U.S. federally recognized holidays occurring during the normal workweek unless otherwise directed by the Contracting Officer. When a U.S. holiday occurs on a Saturday or a Sunday, the holiday is observed on the preceding Friday or following Monday, respectively.

New Year’s Day January 1st M. L. King Memorial Day 3rd Monday in Jan Presidents Day 3rd Monday in February Memorial Day last Monday in May Juneteenth June 19th Independence Day July 4th Labor Day 1st Monday in September Columbus Day 2nd Monday in October Veteran’s Day November 11th Thanksgiving Day 4th Thursday in November Christmas Day December 25th

1.5.4 Operating Hours: The Government facility office hours, facility operating hours, and the Contractor support hour requirements often coincide, however, they may differ. Please refer to the following.

1.5.4.1 Government Facility Office Hours: The Government facility office hours are 0800 - 1700 except U.S.

Holidays identified in paragraph 1.5.3.1 above or when the Government facility is closed due to local or national emergencies, administrative closings, or similar Government directed facility closings.

1.5.4.2 Government Facility Operating Hours: The Government facility operating hours occur between the hours of 0800 – 1700 Monday – Friday. The Government facility is closed for operations during the recognized U.S.

Holidays identified in paragraph 1.5.3.1 above. The Government facility may close due to local or national emergencies, administrative closings, or similar Government directed facility closings and will be communicated by the Contracting Officer to the Contractor.

1.5.4.3 Contractor Support Hours: The Contractor shall provide support between the hours of 0800 – 1600 Monday through Friday. The facility may be closed during local or national emergencies, administrative closings, or similar Government directed facility closings. The Contractor shall maintain an adequate workforce at all times, for the uninterrupted performance of all tasks defined within this PWS when the Government facility is not closed for the above reasons. When hiring personnel, the Contractor shall keep in mind that the stability and continuity of the workforce is essential.

1.5.4.4 Site Accessibility

• Visitors Without REAL ID-Compliant Identification: Must present an acceptable supplemental form of identification to gain access to the installation.

• NOTE: Identification is only one third of the requirement for unescorted access. Unescorted access is granted to visitors who can establish 1) identity, 2) suitability, and 3) purpose. Individuals who cannot establish all three are granted escorted access.

Acceptable Supplemental Identification Includes:

• U.S. Passport or Passport Card

• U.S. Certificate of Naturalization or Citizenship (Form 550)

• Enhanced driver’s license issued by a U.S. state, territory, or the District of Columbia

• Government-issued ID (Federal, State, local, tribal, or territorial) with photo and biographic details (e.g., Global Entry, NEXUS, SENTRI, FAST, TWIC, Tribal Card, VHIC, PIV)

• U.S. Department of Defense ID, including IDs issued to dependents

• Permanent Resident Card / Alien Registration Receipt Card (Form I-551)

• Border crossing card

• Foreign passport with one of the following:

• A valid I-551 stamp or printed notation

• An unexpired immigrant or non-immigrant visa or entry stamp

• A current Arrival-Departure Record (INS Form I-94) with matching name and valid work authorization

• Canadian provincial driver's license or Indian and Northern Affairs Canada card

• U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Employment Authorization Card (I-766)

• U.S. Merchant Mariner Credential

• Non-CAC Local Registration Card (LRC) issued by the installation or region

Visitors who fail to present REAL ID-compliant or acceptable supplemental identification will either be escorted at all times while on the installation or denied access.

1.5.6 Place of Performance: The work to be performed under this contract will be performed Lewisville, Texas

1.6 Security Requirements: The following information is provided on security related matters.

1.6.1 General Security Requirements and Guidance:

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

1.6.2 Physical Security and Access Control Requirements:

All contract personnel requiring physical access to a federal installation or facility shall comply with the access control procedures of that location. Contract personnel requiring unescorted access to meet contract performance requirements on a DoD installation in the US shall be vetted by the installation/facility Provost Marshal/Directorate of Emergency Services/Security Office using the National Crime Information Center-Interstate Identification Index (commonly referred to as “NCIC-III”) and Terrorist Screening Database (commonly referred to as “TSDB”).

Contract personnel shall comply with all personal identity verification requirements specified in installation/facility policies and procedures. Contract personnel who do not meet requirements for unescorted access to USACE facilities shall coordinate escorted access with the Government representative, as needed. Contract personnel who receive keys, access cards, or lock combinations that provide access to government-owned property shall comply with key and lock control procedures of the RA.

1.6.3 Pre-Screen Candidates Using E-Verify Program:

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

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

1.7 Post Award Conference/Periodic Progress Meetings: The Contractor shall attend any post award conference convened by the contracting activity or contract administration office in accordance with FAR Subpart 42.5. The Contracting Officer, 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 shall 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.

1.7.1 The Contractor shall attend, participate in, and furnish input to scheduled and unscheduled meetings, conferences, and briefings that relate to the functions and services herein as required by the Government to provide effective communication and impart necessary information. The Contract Manager or designated representative shall attend meetings as requested by the Government. Meeting attendees shall at times include Contractor managerial, supervisory, and other personnel knowledgeable of the subject matter. Meetings may start or end outside of regular duty hours.

1.8 Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR): As determined by the Contracting Officer, a COR will be appointed and identified by letter of designation, a copy of which will be provided to the Contractor by the Contracting Officer. The designation letter 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 resulting order. The COR monitors all technical aspects of the contract and assists in contract administration. The COR is not authorized to obligate the Government. If the work is not written in the contract, the COR is not authorized to request new work. 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 property, and coordinate site entry of Contractor personnel.

1.9 Identification of Contractor Employees: All Contractor personnel attending meetings, answering Government telephones, and working in other situations where their Contractor status is not obvious to third parties must identify themselves, to include proper marking of signature blocks in correspondence, to avoid creating an impression in the minds of members of the public that they are Government officials. The Contractor shall ensure that all documents or reports, produced by Contractors are suitably marked as Contractor products or that Contractor participation is appropriately disclosed.

1.10 Data Rights: Government has unlimited rights to all documents and materials produced under this contract.

All documents and materials, to include the source codes of software, produced under this contract shall be Government owned and are the property of the Government with all rights and privileges of ownership and copyright belonging exclusively to the Government. These documents and materials may not be used or sold by the Contractor without written permission from the Contracting Officer. All materials supplied to the Government shall be the sole property of the Government and may not be used for any other purpose. This right does not abrogate any other Government rights.

1.11 Protection of Government and Contract Information: Per Public Use Notice of Limitations stated by Defense imagery Management operations Center and contained at www.dimoc.mil/resources/limitations/ , the Contractor shall not cite any information (e.g., contract information, pictures, locations, etc.) obtained through this contract on any hard copy or digital marketing tools to include its company website.

http://www.dimoc.mil/resources/limitations/

1.12 Safety: The following provides information pertaining to Safety and Accident Prevention:

1.12.1 Safety Laws and Regulations: The Contractor shall comply with FAR 52.236-13, Accident Prevention (November 1991), the references contained therein (e.g. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements Manual (EM 385-1-1))

The requirements under FAR 52.236-13 and specifically of the EM 385-1-1 include, but are not limited to the following:

(e) In all areas where construction, demolition, alteration, building, or similar related activities take place, the Contractor shall have the following minimum personal protective clothing and equipment requirements in place for any person working on or visiting the site:

(i) Short sleeve shirt;

(ii) Long trousers;

(iii) Steel-toed safety boots; and

(iv) Hard hat.

PART 2

CONTRACTOR FURNISHED ITEMS AND SERVICES

2. Contractor Furnished Property and Services

2.1 General: The Contractor shall furnish shall furnish all labor, equipment, and materials to complete the tasks listed in Part 3.

2.2 Materials: The contractor shall furnish all materials required to complete the repairs.

PART 3

SPECIFIC TASKS

3.1 Basic Services: The Contractor shall provide services for pond cleanup and restoration. These ponds will require the clearing of debris and repair of valves to restore the ponds to working order. These ponds were initially designed for use hatching fish and will require a contractor with expertise in the types of valves and piping systems used to circulate the water from pond to pond.

3.2 Tasks: Tasks consist of the following:

Task 1 – Repair or replace 6-inch gate valve and tie-in (8-inch x 6-inch reducer tee) to 8-inch raw water line for TEN half acre (118.5 ft x 253 ft) ponds to restore working order

All valves and pipes shall be in full working order at the conclusion of all work. The contractor shall replace any malfunctioning or damaged 6-in gate water valves and repair any linear pipe leaks. Existing raw waterlines are on the surface or only a few inches below the surface. Raw water lines and ponds will be dewatered and dry prior to work. The contractor shall complete work satisfactory with industry standards and any applicable codes. All parts shall be replaced with material that is not susceptible to freezing and will not require winterization. Technical Exhibit C contains photos of the types of valves that will require repair.

Examples of the current state of the valves include cracked cast iron, low flowing valves, valves with no flow control, and bent or damages valves.

The contractor shall provide a warranty for any faulty installation of new valves and provide repair services in the event of a repaired valve failing.