A22_W912P9-17-T-0010_Amend_04.pdf

W81C8X63477170

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)

30-105-04 EXCEPTION TO SF 30

APPROVED BY OIRM 11-84

STANDARD FORM 30 (Rev. 10-83) Prescribed by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

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

16C. DATE SIGNED

BY 14-Mar-2017

16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 15C. DATE SIGNED 15B. 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 W912P9-17-T-0010

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

10-Feb-2017

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

14-Mar-2017

CODE

CONTRACTING DIVISION

US ARMY ENGR DIST ST LOUIS

1222 SPRUCE STREET, RM 4.207

ST LOUIS MO 63103-2833

W912P9 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than item 6)

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.

CODE

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FACILITY CODE CODE

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W912P9-17-T-0010

SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

SECTION SF 1449 - CONTINUATION SHEET

The following have been added by full text:

AMENDMENT 04

The above commercial solicitation is hereby being amended to add the questions and answers. Also a copy of the site visit attendees is being provided.

Questions and Answers:

Q: What type of licensing is necessary?

A: Class 3 Wastewater Operators Permit from Illinois Department of Natural Resources

Q: Does the contractor need a chemical applicator license and what is the frequency of application?

A: The contractor does not need a chemical applicator license, as there will be no restricted-use chemicals. Chemical application is only necessary for weed control in the revetment and frequency is subject to environmental factors.

Q: Does the contractor need to fill out page 27 in the solicitation?

A: Yes page 27 of the original solicitation need to be completed.

Q: Is there clauses included from the AT/OPSEC and is there Terrorism Training?

A: This information can be found in the revised SOW under 9.0.

Q: Do Contractors need liability insurance for themselves/vehicles” A: See Clause 52.228-5 INSURANCE--WORK ON A GOVERNMENT INSTALLATION (JAN 1997) in the solicitation.

(a) The Contractor shall, at its own expense, provide and maintain during the entire performance of this contract, at least the kinds and minimum amounts of insurance required in the Schedule or elsewhere in the contract.

(b) Before commencing work under this contract, the Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer in writing that the required insurance has been obtained. The policies evidencing required insurance shall contain an endorsement to the effect that any cancellation or any material change adversely affecting the Government's interest shall not be effective (1) for such period as the laws of the State in which this contract is to be performed prescribe, or (2) until 30 days after the insurer or the Contractor gives written notice to the Contracting Officer, whichever period is longer.

(c) The Contractor shall insert the substance of this clause, including this paragraph (c), in subcontracts under this contract that require work on a Government installation and shall require subcontractors to provide and maintain the insurance required in the Schedule or elsewhere in the contract. The Contractor shall maintain a copy of all subcontractors' proofs of required insurance, and shall make copies available to the Contracting Officer upon request.

Q: Is the guaranteed minimum $600 base & $300 for option years?

A: Yes

Revised SOW

DESCRIPTION / SPECIFICATION WORK STATEMENT

WASTEWATER SYSTEM INSPECTION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE

REND LAKE PROJECT OFFICE, ILLINOIS

1. GENERAL.

1.1 Scope of Work. Work covered by this indefinite quantity contract requires furnishing all necessary plant, equipment, materials, supplies and labor necessary to inspect, operate and maintain the South Sandusky Waste water Treatment Facility, all Waste Water Lift Stations and all other Waste Water Systems, located on the Rend Lake Project Lands, Franklin County, Illinois. The Contractor shall furnish all necessary supervision to plan, administer, and perform the specified services contained herein in accordance with the equipment manufacturer’s standards. All work performed shall be approved by the Contracting Officer.

1.1.1 Omissions. These specifications may duplicate or not cover all specified activities, steps, and/or procedures required to accomplish work. In case of an omission, the normal industry standards, practices, specifications and /or guides shall prevail. In no instance shall an omission be a reason to perform inferior work, produce a less than acceptable product or service, or refuse to perform an intended activity.

The Contractor should notify the Contracting Officer immediately upon, the finding of any omission.

1.2 Contracting Officer. The term "Contracting Officer" shall mean the person executing this contract on behalf of the Government, and any other officer or civilian employee who is properly designated Contracting Officer; and the term shall include, except as otherwise provided in this contract, the Contracting Officer Representative acting within the limits of his authority.

1.3 Safety. The Contractor shall perform all work in accordance with safety requirements set forth in Corps of Engineers' Safety Manual, EM 385-1-1, entitled "Safety and Health Requirements Manual", 30 November, 2014, copies of which are available for review on the Corps of Engineers St. Louis District website. All superseding applicable OSHA; permit required confined space entry and Illinois Environmental Protection Agency Requirements shall be met. ANY EQUIPMENT OR MATERIAL

FOUND NOT IN CONFORMITY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF THIS CONTRACT SHALL BE

REMOVED FROM GOVERNMENT PROPERTY IMMEDIATELY.

1.3.1 Accident Reporting. An accident constitutes an incident or act involving the Contractor, which may or may not have caused obvious damage to persons or property. All accident reports shall be thorough and submitted in writing, to the Contracting Officer within 24 hours of the occurrence. All serious accidents (those resulting in death or injury requiring medical attention) shall be reported immediately.

1.3.2 Exposure Report. The Contractor shall maintain, and submit in writing, a monthly record of exposure data for employees and sub-contractors. The report shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer at the end of each month for the duration of the contract period. This report shall include detailed descriptions of total man-hours worked, any lost time injuries / accidents, including copies of documents for claims under Workman’s Compensation, and damage to property, supplies, equipment, incidental to work performed under this contract.

1.3.3 Compliance. It is the responsibility of the Contractor to assure compliance with the safety provisions of this solicitation. The Contracting Officer shall notify the Contractor of any noncompliance with the foregoing provisions and the action to be taken. The Contractor shall, after receipt of such notice, immediately take corrective action. Such notice, when delivered to the Contractor or his representative at the site of the work, shall be deemed sufficient to take immediate action. If the Contractor fails or refuses to comply promptly the Contracting Officer may issue an order stopping all or part of the work until satisfactory corrective action has been taken. No part of the time lost due to any such stop orders shall be made the subject of claim for extension of time or for excess costs or damages by the Contractor.

1.4 Location and Contract Area. Location of the work to be performed shall be at the US Army Corps of Engineers, Rend Lake Project, Franklin County, Illinois.

1.4.1 Other Contracts. Other Contractors and Government employees may be in the contract areas for the purpose of performing daily duties. The Contractor shall cooperate fully with all Contractors and Government employees in contract areas and shall not impede the work of other Contractors and/or Government employees.

1.5 Access. Access to the contract area will be provided through Government Property Control Procedures. Information on the control procedures is available at the Rend Lake Project Office.

1.5.1 Keys. Keys will be provided by the Government. If key(s) are lost and/ or not returned, the Contractor shall be held financially responsible for changing locks or rekeying locks. This cost can be deducted from the Contractor’s invoice. Keys shall not be reproduced by the Contractor. The Contractor shall supply, and update as needed, a list of employees who have keys and which keys have been issued.

1.6 Minimum Manpower Requirements. The Contractor shall provide an adequate number of fully qualified personnel to perform the specified services properly and efficiently. If the Contractor is unable to accomplish work in accordance with the requirements of this contract, he shall immediately obtain additional personnel as necessary to fulfill the requirements of this contract.

1.6.1 Removal of Contractor's Employees. The Contracting Officer may require the Contractor to immediately remove from the work site any employee of the Contractor or subcontractor, who, in the opinion of the Contracting Officer, is incompetent, who endangers persons or property, or whose physical or mental condition is such that it would impair the employee's ability to safely or satisfactorily perform his work. Refusal to use or wear safety equipment will be grounds for removal. Notification to the Contractor shall be made in writing if time and circumstances permit. Otherwise, notification shall be verbal or by telephone, and shall be confirmed in writing as soon as possible. No such removal will reduce the Contractor's obligation to perform all work required under this contract, and an immediate replacement will be made as required. This requirement shall not be made the basis of any claim for compensation or damages against the United States or any of its officers or agents.

2. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION.

2.1 Scope. This paragraph prescribes actions required for the prevention of environmental pollution during and as the result of operations under this contract. For the purpose of this solicitation environmental pollution is defined as the presence of chemicals, physical, or biological elements or agents which-adversely affect human health or welfare; unfavorably alter ecological balances of importance to human life; affect other species important to man; or degrade the utility of the environment for aesthetic and recreational purposes. The control of environmental pollution requires consideration of air, waters and land, and involves noise, solid waste management and management of radiant energy and radioactive materials as well as other pollutants.

2.2 Protection of Resources. The work areas on which the work is to be performed under this contract and the land and water resources adjacent thereto should be preserved in their present condition. Lakes, ditches, rivers, canals, waterways; or reservoirs shall not be polluted with fuels, oil bituminents, calcium chloride, insecticides, herbicides or other similar materials harmful to fish, shellfish or wildlife, or materials which may be detrimental to outdoor recreation.

2.3 Permits, Licenses and Responsibilities. The Contractor shall, without additional expense to the Government, be responsible for obtaining any necessary labor organization authorizations, licenses and permits, and compliance with any applicable Federal, State and Municipal laws, codes, and regulations in connection with the prosecution of this work. The Contractor shall be similarly responsible for all damages to persons or property that occur as a result of his fault or negligence; shall take proper safety and health precautions to protect the work, the workers, the public, and all the property of others; shall also be responsible for all materials delivered and work performed until completion and acceptance of the contract.

3. PERFORMANCE.

3.1 General. All work performed by the Contractor shall be in accordance with the specifications contained herein and the final approval of the Contracting Officer.

• Contract Period. The period of performance for this contract will be one (1) contract year after the date of award for the Base Year. The Government reserves the option to extend this contract for a period, up to 4 additional contract years immediately following the base year.

3.2.1 Pre-Bid Site Visit. A Pre-Bid Site Visit will be conducted for all prospective bidders in order to ensure a thorough understanding of the scope of work contained herein, any potential bidder may request a notification of the Pre-Bid Site Visit date by contacting Mrs. Kelsey Daniels at (618) 724-2493 for technical questions contact Mr. Denny Morris at (618) 724-2493

3.2.2 PreWork Conference and Work Site Inspection. Within five (5) days after the award of the contract the Contractor and/or the Contractor's supervisor(s) shall attend a PreWork Conference and Work Site Inspection at the Rend Lake Project Office, 11981 Rend City Road, Benton, IL 62812. The Contracting Officer will notify the Contractor detailing the date and time of the PreWork Conference and Work Site Inspection.

3.3 Contractor Representative. The Contractor shall provide in writing, to the Contracting Officer, the name or names of a Contractor Representative who will be physically present on site. The Contractor Representative serves as the central point of contact with the Government for performance of all work under this contract. The Contractor Representative shall deal directly with the Government for normal day-to-day administration of this contract.

3.4 Contractor Work Plan. After the Contractor Receives award notification, the Contractor shall submit to the Contracting Officer, for review and approval a Contractor Work Plan. Any Contractor requested changes to an approved Contractor Work Plan shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer for review and approval twenty-four (24) hours prior to implementation of any change. The Contractor Work Plan shall include, at a minimum, the following;

1. The names(s), mailing address (es) and telephone number(s) of the Contractor and/or persons of authority through which they can be contacted during regular and irregular business hours.

2. The name(s) and telephone number(s) of the Contractor Representative(s) to whom deficiencies are to be reported and through which they can be contacted during regular business hours.

• (3) The number of personnel and how personnel are to be used in the performance of

• the work.

1. The schedules, including dates of commencement and anticipated dates of completion, and the personnel to be used in the performance of each phase or area of work.

1. The methods of accomplishment with attached timeframes that will be used in the performance of each phase or area of work.

(5) The Contractor's Accident Prevention Program.

(6) A sample copy of the Contractors proposed Inspection/Maintenance Report.

(7) The Contractors Confined Space Entry Plan; including but not limited to, equipment, permit forms and training records.

(8) Contractor Quality Control Program.

3.5 Commencement, Schedule and Completion. The Contractor shall be ready and able to commence work no later than ten (10) days after contract award. The Contractor shall, act with due diligence to proceed, perform, and complete the work required herein in a timely manner without delay, and in accordance with an approved Contractor Work Plan. NOTE: THE CONTRACTOR SHALL NOT

COMMENCE ANY WORK PRIOR TO THE CONTRACTING OFFICER'S APPROVAL OF A

CONTRACTOR'S WORK PLAN AND SHALL COORDINATE ANY AND ALL CONTRACTOR

OPERATIONS IN AND AROUND OTHER CONTRACTORS, WORK CREWS, OR GOVERNMENT

EMPLOYEES WITH THE CONTRACTING OFFICER. The Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer a minimum of twenty-four (24) hours in advance of the commencement of any work and within forty-eight (48) hours of the completion of any phase or area, and of all work required herein.

Notification is necessary for establishing contract limits, inspection, providing access and/or coordination of Government furnished equipment or materials. When the contract areas are closed due to weather conditions or flooding and will not permit practicable or desirable performance of work in the opinion of the Contracting Officer, the Contractor will be ordered by the Contracting Officer to suspend work until such time as the conditions improve and become suitable for the practical or desirable performance of work. No adjustment in contract price will be made for any suspension of work and only be paid for each inspection.

3.6 Contractor Quality Control Program. The Contractor shall establish and maintain a complete quality control program for all work required herein assuring the requirements of the contract are provided. The program shall include, but is not limited to, the following:

3.6.1 Unusual Conditions. The Contractor shall immediately inform the Contracting Officer of any unusual conditions observed such as illegal dumping or vandalism.

3.6.2 Inspection – Maintenance Report. The Contractor shall submit to the Contracting Officer, on a weekly basis, a detailed written report of all inspections, operations, maintenance performed, maintenance required, repairs required, repairs performed, cleaning performed on any part of the waste water system and meter readings. On a monthly basis, the report shall show the monthly flow of wastewater based on the elapsed time meters within the control panel of each lift station.

3.7 Equipment. All Contractor provided equipment shall be equipped with manufacturer's recommended safety protective devices to insure worker and public safety at all times and be inspected, maintained and operated in accordance with the manufactures recommendations. Any individual, crew, equipment or supplies found deficient shall be removed from service immediately until such time as deficiencies have been corrected and approved by the Contracting Officer.

3.8 Contractor Communication. The Contractor shall provide a means (preferably cell phone) to be reached 24 hours a day in times of emergencies.

3.8.1 Vehicles. All vehicles used in the performance of this contract, shall be kept clean and in safe operating condition. Vehicles shall be clearly marked with an identification sign showing, in 1 ½ “, or larger, letters stating the Contractors name. Signs shall be pre-approved by the Contracting Officer.

4.0 FACILITY DESCRIPTION

4.1 South Sandusky Wastewater Treatment Facility. The South Sandusky Wastewater Treatment Facility consists of a one cell stabilization lagoon of approximately one and one –half acres followed by three parallel irrigation systems. The irrigation system consists of a wet-well, electric globe valve vault, spray field (including distribution header, lateral piping, drain valves, risers, spray nozzles, and associated fittings), sprinkler control system, valve chamber, and associated piping. The irrigation pumps are 7.5 h.p., 90 gpm, vertical turbine type.

4.2 Waste Water Lift Stations. It is possible that sometime during the life of this contract period, some of these lift stations will be converted from flooded suction to grinder systems. The following is a listing of project lift stations to be maintained;

No. Location GPM H.P. Pumps Type

1 South Marcum-Dump Station 77 5.4 2 Grinder

2 South Marcum-Fee Booth/ 61 3 2 Grinder Attendant Pads

2A South Marcum

Volunteer Village 85 2 2 Grinder

3 S.M. Covey Point Pad 123 75 5.4 2 Grinder

4 S.M. Covey Point Pad 77 48 3 2 Grinder

5 S.M. Buck Ridge Pad 51 52 3 2 Grinder

6 S.M. Beaver Lodge Entrance 46 3 2 Grinder

7 S.M. Dale Miller Shower 80 5 2 Grinder

8 S.M. Main Shower 104 6.5 2 Grinder

No. Location GPM H.P. Pumps Type

9 Maintenance Building 85 2 2 Grinder

10 Dam West 325 3 2 Non-Clog

11 “Old” Admin Building 100 7.5 2 Flooded Suction

12 Marina 85 2 2 Grinder

13 South Sandusky - Beach 85 3 2 Grinder

14 South Sandusky – Sycamore 100 5 2 Flooded Suction

15 South Sandusky – Pine Tree 450 5 2 Non-Clog

15A South Sandusky – Pine Tree 85 2 2 Grinder

16 South Sandusky – Dogwood 450 7.5 2 Non-Clog

17 South Sandusky – Lagoon 90+ 7.5 2 Vertical Turbines

18 North Sandusky Day Use 100 5 2 Grinder

19 North Sandusky Boat Ramp 280 2 2 Non-Clog

20 North Sandusky Fee Booth/ 56 3 2 Grinder Attendant Pads

21 North Sandusky – Wood Duck 80 5 2 Grinder

22 North Sandusky Sweet Gum/ 80 5 2 Grinder Maple/Old West

23 Gun Creek Dump Station/ 450 5 2 Non-Clog Main Shower

24 Gun Creek – Nighthawk 62 5.4 2 Grinder

25 North Marcum Beach/Day Use 80 5 2 Grinder

5. INSPECTION SCHEDULE.

5.1 Inspection, Operation and Maintenance Schedule. The South Sandusky Wastewater Treatment Facility and the Wastewater Lift Stations shall be inspected for proper operation, maintenance and repairs twice a week. The Contractor shall perform inspections for proper operation, maintenance and repairs two times a week throughout the year. During the Recreation season (April-November) one inspection shall be performed on either Saturday or Sunday the other inspection shall be midweek. During all other months (December through March) the bi-weekly inspections are at the discretion of the Contractor pertaining to which days the inspections are performed. Inspections should be a maximum of four days apart and a minimum of three days apart. Any variation from this schedule shall be approved by the Contracting Officer.

6. WORK DESCRIPTION.

6.1. SOUTH SANDUSKY WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITY.

6.1.1 General. The Contractor shall be responsible for the complete overall inspection, operation and preventive maintenance of the entire South Sandusky wastewater treatment system. This includes the inspection and operation of valves, pumps, piping, spray heads, gates, and all other controls necessary to move sewage through the various stages of treatment to meet the effluent standards required by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency.

6.1.1.1 Inspection Logs. The South Sandusky Wastewater Treatment Facility shall be inspected for proper operation and maintenance requirements and necessary repairs as directed by the inspection schedule paragraph 5. A Government furnished logbook will be provided at the system site. The Contractor shall make entries into the appropriate logbook on each inspection. The Contractor shall return full logbooks to the Contracting Officer for a replacement. Each entry shall include date, time elapsed meter readings, maintenance performed, pertinent problems encountered, and signature of the operator.

6.1.1.2 Operation. The South Sandusky Wastewater Treatment Facility must be operated within the limits established by the State of Illinois Water Pollution Control Permit. This includes present established limits as well as possible new limits established in the future within the timeframe of this contract. Failure of any system to meet established limitations shall be reported to the Contracting Officer within twenty-four (24) hours of the default.

6.1.2 Spray-Field Equipment. The irrigation pump and system equipment shall be test operated by the Contractor for a time period of not less than five (5) minutes once per month when the spray field equipment is non-winterized. The Contractor shall ensure that all spray heads are delivering an adequate spray pattern as required by the spray head manufacturer. The Contractor must keep Contracting Officer updated on the supply of spray heads. The Contractor shall remove and replace Government furnished spray heads when necessary. The Contractor will be responsible for returning damaged spray heads to the Contracting Officer. This operation shall not be performed when the ambient air temperature is below thirty-two (32) degrees F. The Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer a minimum of twenty-four

(24) hours in advance prior to performing this test operation and also record the entry into the logbook.

The Contractor shall also record the stabilization pond levels, time of pumping, and pump or field used in the plant logbook along with other problems incurred each time the field is in operation. The Contractor shall not operate the irrigation system when insufficient water exists in the stabilization pond.

The Contractor shall be responsible for maintaining the pond level between stadia gauge three (3) and five

(5) feet. Beginning September 15th through the winterization period, or as directed by the Contracting Officer, the pond level shall be drawn down to three (3) feet.

6.1.3 Preventive Maintenance. Preventive maintenance shall include lubrication and adjustments. Stadia boards in the Lagoons shall be cleaned, and if unreadable shall be reported to the Contracting Officer.

The Contractor shall develop a preventive maintenance schedule that shall be approved by the Contracting Officer. Preventive maintenance items include the following, but not limited to;

a. Stabilization Lagoon embankments shall be kept free of rodents by the Contractor.

• b. Mowing of the South Sandusky Wastewater Treatment Facility areas will be performed by others.

The Contractor shall control cattails, duckweed, algae, and other vegetation in the stabilization lagoons, and embankments by use of an Illinois EPA approved chemical or other pre-approved method.

• c. The operators’ building at the South Sandusky Wastewater Treatment Facility shall be cleaned once a month. All supplies in building shall be stored in an orderly manner. The outsides of the building shall be kept free of webs, nests and other foreign materials. The Contractor shall pick up all litter around South Sandusky Wastewater Treatment Facility. This shall include the areas consisting of the stabilization ponds and irrigation field. The Contractor shall be responsible for the transportation of litter and debris to the nearest Government supplied waste container where pickup will be supplied by the Government.

• d. The electric panels and equipment cabinets associated with the South Sandusky wastewater treatment system shall be kept free of bugs, nests, webs and other foreign materials.

e. The South Sandusky Wastewater Treatment Facility shall be annually winterized from November 14 thru March 31. This will include the drainage of all water from the irrigation system and related pumps and valves. The irrigation wet well shall be covered with a Contractor provided, heavy, waterproof tarpaulin fastened to prevent it from blowing free during high winds. The tarpaulin shall remain in place through the entire winterized period.

f. The Contractor shall annually winterize and de-winterize the South Sandusky Wastewater Treatment Facility in accordance with schedules contained herein or as directed by the Contracting Officer.

6.1.4 Spills. Any sewage spill to the ground or lake caused by a malfunction in the sewage system shall be reported to the Contracting Officer immediately upon discovery. The Contractor shall be responsible for the cleanup of spills due to Contractor negligence.

6.1.5 Measurement and payment. Measurement for inspecting, operating and maintaining the South Sandusky Wastewater Treatment Facility will be made by the week in accordance with the respective schedule. Payment will be made at the contract unit price per WEEK for “South Sandusky Wastewater Facility”, which price and payment shall constitute full compensation for furnishing all labor, materials, equipment and supplies necessary for inspecting, operating and maintaining the South Sandusky Waste Water Treatment Facility.

6.2 WASTEWATER LIFT STATIONS

6.2.1 General. The Contractor shall be responsible for the overall inspection, operation, preventive maintenance of Wastewater Lift Stations and related systems. This includes inspection and operation of valves, pumps, piping, gate and all other components and controls, to move sewage through the various sewage systems.

6.2.1.1 Inspection and Operation. The Wastewater Lift Stations shall be inspected for proper operation, preventive maintenance, and repairs required as indicated in Paragraph 5, Inspection Schedule. A Government furnished logbook will be provided at each lift station. The Contractor shall make entries to the appropriate logbook on each inspection. Entries shall include date, time, elapsed time meter readings, maintenance performed, pertinent problems encountered, and signature of operator (s). The Contractor shall contact the Contracting Officer immediately upon encountering any problems

6.2.1.2 Preventive Maintenance. Preventive maintenance shall be performed during routine inspection.

Preventive maintenance shall include but not be limited to cleaning, lubrication, adjustments, belt replacement, light bulb replacement, loose hardware, and other related items with Government furnished parts. Preventive maintenance includes control panels, pump items, and manhole accesses. Bidders are encouraged to contact the manufacture for preventive maintenance recommendations.

6.2.2 Measurement and Payment. Measurement for inspecting, operating and maintaining the Wastewater Lift Stations will be made by the week in accordance with the respective schedule. Payment will be made at the contract unit price per WEEK for “Wastewater Lift Stations” which price and payment shall constitute full compensation for furnishing all labor, materials, equipment and supplies necessary for inspecting, operating and maintaining the Wastewater Lift Stations.

6.3 MONITORING WELLS SAMPLING AND TESTING.

6.3.1 Monitoring Wells Sampling and Testing. The Contractor shall be responsible for the quarterly sampling and testing of four (4) Monitoring Wells at the South Sandusky Land Treatment System. The Monitoring Wells shall be tested in accordance with Illinois Environmental Protection Agency requirements for nitrates, nitrites, ammonia nitrogen, sulfates, pH, chlorides and total dissolved solids.

Testing of Monitoring Wells shall be done approximately March 1, June 1, September 1 and December 1.

6.3.2 Measurement and Payment. Measurement for Monitoring Well Sampling and Testing will be made by consolidating all four (4) Monitor Wells and will be figured as one (1) sampling and testing Payment for “Monitoring Well Sampling and Testing”, which prices and payments shall constitute full compensation for furnishing all labor, materials, equipment and or other supplies necessary to perform required sampling and testing for all four of the Monitoring Wells.

6.4 SERVICE CALLS

6.4.1 Service Calls. The Contractor shall be required to respond to service calls within a two hour period, from the time notified by the Contracting Officer. The service call shall require that the lift station is in working order when the Contractor leaves the site, unless otherwise directed by the Contracting Officer.

Contractor must provide direct personal contact information for 24 hour emergency contact. Service calls shall include the following.

6.4.2 Troubleshooting. Troubleshooting shall be the determination and discovery of unknown malfunctions. Troubleshooting shall include electrical deficiencies (in-coming power, control panel, and pump motor, and associated electrical components), pump clogs, line blockages, check and gate valve failure, and any other malfunctions. The Contractor will be required to report their findings to the Contracting Officer within a one hour period after discovery.

6.4.3 Repair. Repair work shall include, but not limited to: pump cutter heads, pump motor, pump blockages, line blockages, control panel wiring, wiring between control panel and pump, float switches, slide brackets, gate valves, check valves, manhole accesses, and in the event of pump failure the manual hand pumping to restore wastewater to an acceptable level. The Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer if additional pumping service is needed.

6.4.4 Measurement and Payment. Measurement for Service Calls shall be determined by the amount of time spent on the project by the Contractor. Payment will be made at the contract unit price per HOUR for “Service Calls”, which price and payment shall constitute full compensation for furnishing all labor, materials, equipment and supplies necessary for completing the Service Call.

6.5 SLUDGE AND DEBRIS REMOVAL

6.5.1 The Contractor shall remove excess sludge and debris from lift stations, wet wells and man holes as directed by the Contracting Officer. Removed material may be disposed of at the South Sandusky lagoon.

The waste must be screened before passing into the lagoon. The Contractor shall be responsible for the disposal of solids. All material shall be handled in accordance with Illinois EPA guidelines. The Contractor shall provide plastic bags and is responsible for removing the debris from the screen and disposing in a Government supplied container. All wet wells and package lift stations are scheduled to be cleaned annually or as directed by the Contracting Officer. Man holes shall be cleaned as directed by the Contracting Officer. The Contractor shall record sludge and debris removal in the lift station logbooks and Quality Control reports.

6.5.2 Measurement and Payment. Measurement for Sludge and Debris Removal will be per EACH lift station, wet well or man hole cleaned, which price and payment shall constitute full compensation for furnishing all labor, and equipment necessary to perform required pumping and disposal.

6.6 CONTROL PANEL AND DRY WELL CLEANING

6.6.1 The Contractor shall perform cleaning services to control panel interiors & drywells to remove bugs and debris as directed by the Contracting Officer. This item will be performed quarterly or as directed by the Contracting Officer. This item will be to clean all 25 lift station control panels and 2 dry wells.

Removed material may be disposed of at any Government supplied dumpsters located throughout the recreation areas. The Contractor shall record control panel and dry well cleanings in the lift station logbooks and Quality Control reports.

6.6.2 Measurement and Payment. Measurement for Control Panel and Drywell Cleaning will be per EACH order and shall be for all 25 control panels and 2 drywells, which price and payment shall constitute full compensation for furnishing all labor, and equipment necessary to perform required cleanings.

6.7 JETTER SERVICES

6.7.1 6.6.1 The Contractor shall perform Jetter services to existing sewer main lines in order to clean and dislodge obstructions that prevent proper flow of sewer wastes through the sewer system. Jetter shall be truck or trailer mounted capable of storing 1000 gallon of water for jetting services. Jetter shall have a minimum of 600’ Jetter hose length. Jetter services shall have a minimum of 4 Hour charge of work for each order.

6.6.2 Measurement and Payment. Measurement for Jetter Services will be per Hour with a minimum of 4 Hour call out fee which price and payment shall constitute full compensation for furnishing all labor, and equipment necessary to perform required cleanings.

7.0 INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

• Direction. This work shall be conducted under the general direction of the Contracting Officer and is subject to inspection by his/her appointed inspectors to insure strict compliance with the terms of the contract. No inspector is authorized to change any provisions of the specifications without written authorization of the Contracting Officer, nor shall the absence of an inspector relieve the Contractor from any requirements of this contract.

8.0 CONTRACT ADMINSTRATION DATA

8.1 Payment will be made monthly, for the work actually performed during the billing period at applicable contract unit price, as soon as practicable, after acceptance of the worked performed and upon receipt of the correct invoice. Each invoice shall contain the following information.

Contractor’s name and address exactly as it appears on the contract.

• The Contract Name, or

• Contract Number,

• Bid Item Description

• Quantities

• Unit Prices, or

• Extended Totals

• Task Order Number

9.0 Operations Security

9.1 Access and General Protection/Security Policy and Procedures. This standard language text is for contractor employees with an area of performance within an Army controlled installation, facility or area.

Proposed language: "All contractor and all associated sub-contractors employees shall comply with applicable installation, facility and area commander installation/facility access and local security policies and procedures (provided by government representative). The contractor shall also provide all information required for background checks to meet installation/facility access requirements to be accomplished by installation Provost Marshal Office, Director of Emergency Services or Security Office.

Contractor workforce must comply with all personal identity verification requirements (FAR clause 52.204-9, Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel) as directed by DOD, HQDA and/or local policy. In addition to the changes otherwise authorized by the changes clause of this contract, should the Force Protection Condition (FPCON) at any installation or facility change, the Government may require changes in contractor security matters or processes."

9.2 For contractors who do not require CAC, but require access to a DoD facility or installation. Proposed language: Contractor and all associated sub-contractors employees shall comply with adjudication standards and procedures using the National Crime Information Center Interstate Identification Index (NCIC-III) and Terrorist Screening Database (TSDB) (Army Directive 2014-05 / AR 190-13), applicable installation, facility and area commander installation/facility access and local security policies and procedures (provided by government representative, as NCIC and TSDB are available), or, at OCONUS locations, in accordance with status of forces agreements and other theater regulations.

9.3 Suspicious Activity Reporting Training (e.g. iWATCH, CorpsWatch, or See Something, Say Something). This standard language is for contractor employees with an area of performance within an Army controlled installation, facility or area. Proposed language: "The contractor and all associated sub-contractors shall receive a brief/training (provided by the RA) on the local suspicious activity reporting program. This locally developed training will be used to inform employees of the types of behavior to watch for and instruct employees to report suspicious activity to the project manager, security representative or law enforcement entity. This training shall be completed within 30 calendar days of contract award and within 30 calendar days of new employees commencing performance with the results reported to the COR NLT 5 calendar days after the completion of the training."

REQUIRED INSURANCE

(a) As required by the Contract Clause entitled "Insurance—Work on a Government Installation", the Contractor shall furnish to the Contracting Officer, prior to the commencement of work, a certificate or written statement as evidence of the minimum insurance listed below. The Contractor shall procure and maintain such types and amounts of insurance during the entire period of his performance under this contract. The Contractor shall assure that the certificate or written statement is in accordance with required wording indicated in paragraph b of the aforementioned Contract Clause.

(1) Workmen's Compensation – Amounts required by applicable jurisdictional statutes.

(2) Employer's Liability Insurance – $100,000.00

(3) Comprehensive General Liability Insurance – (No property damage liability insurance is required.)

Bodily Injury — $500,000 per occurrence

(4) Comprehensive Automobile Insurance –

Bodily Injury — $200,000 each person $500,000 each accident Property Damage — $ 20,000 each accident

(b) Certificates of insurance should be submitted to the following address:

Department of the Army St. Louis District, Corps of Engineers 1222 Spruce Street St Louis MO 63103 Attn: Archie Ringgenberg

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