A21 - W912PM20T0022 Amendment 1.pdf

SOLICITATION/CONTRACT/ORDER FOR COMMERCIAL ITEMS

OFFEROR TO COMPLETE BLOCKS 8, 11, 12, 14, 15, and 16

1. Solicita tion Number: W912PM20T0022

2. Solicita tion Issue Date: 29 February 2020

3. Contract Specialist: Alicia Evans

4. Offer Due Date/Local Time: March30, 2020 11:00 AM. Each offeror must submit both a Price Quote and a Technical Proposal via email. No hard paper copies will be accepted or evaluated. Both the Price Quote and the Technical Proposal must be received by the closing date and time set for receipt of quotes.

5. Questions: All questions shall be in writing and e-mailed toalicia.g.evans@usace.army.mil. Questions concerning this solicitation will be accepted up to the Close of Business (4:00 PM EST) on 24 March 2020. The U. S. Army Corp of Engineers does not commit to providing responses to questions submitted after this date; however, attempts to answer questions will be made.

6. Issued By:

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS

Attn: Alicia Evans

69 Darlington Avenue

Wilmington, North Carolina 28403-1343

7. This Acquisition is a small business set-aside under NAICS Code 561730 size standard of $8 Million.

8. Discount Terms:

9. Method of Solicitation: RFQ

10. The Solicitation incorporates by reference FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-4, 52.212-3, and 52.212.5. Addenda are attached.

AMENDMENT 1

11. Contractor/Offeror:

12. Total Price:

13. The Contractor Is Required to Sign This Document And Return 1 Copy To The Issuing Office. The Contractor Agrees To Furnish And Deliver All Items Set Fort Or Otherwise Identified Above And On Any Additional Sheets Subject To The Terms And Conditions Specified Herein.

14. Signature of Offeror/Contractor:

15. Name and Title of Signer (Type or Print)

16. Date Signed:

Section SF 1449 - CONTINUATION SHEET

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PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT GROUNDS MAINTENANCE

FALLS LAKE WAKE FOREST, NC

B. EVERETT JORDAN LAKE, MONCURE, NC

1. GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE OF WORK

The work shall consist of furnishing all labor, equipment, vehicles and materials necessary to perform grounds maintenance services detailed hereafter in these specifications. The locations are Falls Dam and Visitor Assistance Center, Wake Forest, North Carolina and Jordan Dam and Visitor Assistance Center, Moncure, North Carolina.

1.2 LOCATION

A. Falls Lake: All facilities (and grounds) as described below and shown in attached maps associated with the following addresses:

a) Falls Dam and Visitor Assistance Center: 11405 Falls of Neuse Road, Wake Forest, NC

b) Falls Dam Tailrace Fishing Area: 12101 Old Falls of Neuse Road, Wake Forest, NC

B. B. Everett Jordan Lake: All facilities (and grounds) as described below and shown in attached maps associated with the following addresses:

a) Jordan Dam and Visitor Assistance Center: 2080 Jordan Dam Road, Moncure, NC

b) Jordan Dam Tailrace Fishing Area: 2060 Jordan Dam Road, Moncure, NC

c) Poe’s Ridge Boat Ramp: 935 Jordan Dam Road, Moncure, NC

1.3 PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

Base Year: 1 May 2020 thru 28 February 2021 Option Year 1: 1 March 2021 thru 28 February 2022 Option Year 2: 1 March 2022 thru 28 February 2023 Option Year 3: 1 March 2023 thru 29 February 2024 Option Year 4: 1 March 2024 thru 28 February 2025

1.4 DEFINITIONS

As used throughout this description / specification, the following terms will have the meaning set forth below:

a. CONTRACTOR - The “Contractor” shall be the individual whose bid was accepted by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and who shall gain the responsibility of performing the duties governed by the specifications of this contract. The Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that all subcontractors comply with the provisions of this contract.

b. CONTRACTOR REPRESENTATIVE - A foreman or superintendent, assigned to represent the interests of the Contractor with regards to all matters involving the contract, shall be able to speak and understand English fluently.

c. CONTRACTING OFFICER (CO/KO) - The term “Contracting Officer” means the person executing this contract on behalf of the Government, and any other officer of civilian employee who is properly designated Contracting Officer, and the term includes, except as otherwise provided in this contract, the authorized representative of a Contracting Officer acting within the limits of their authority.

d. CONTRACTING OFFICER’S REPRESENTATIVE (COR) - An individual designated in writing by the

Contracting Officer, responsible for inspecting the Contractor’s work, notifying the Contractor of deficiencies observed, and directing appropriate action to correct deficiencies. The COR performs acceptance for the Government of services performed under this contract.

e. QUALITY CONTROL - The term “Quality Control” refers to action taken by the Contractor and/or their personnel to document, inspect, and control performance of services to insure they meet the specifications and requirements of this contract.

f. QUALITY ASSURANCE - The term “Quality Assurance” refers to action taken by the Government to ensure the Contractor’s quality control system is functioning and effective and that the Contractor is providing services which are in accordance with the contract.

g. PEAK/OFF-PEAK MONTHS - Peak months shall be the seven (7) months from April 1 through October

31 each year and Off-Peak months shall be the five (5) months from November 1 through March 31 each year

1.5 SAFETY

All equipment used and work performed shall be in accordance with safety requirements set forth in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Manual EM 385-1-1 entitled Safety and Health Requirements Manual (November 2014 edition) which is available by downloading from:

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

All Contractor operations shall be in compliance with this manual, and all other applicable federal and state laws.

Corps inspectors have the authority to stop work due to safety violations.

The following reference paragraphs from the safety manual are applicable to landscape operations, but may not be all-inclusive:

a. Provide rollover protective structure (ROPS) sec. 18.B.13

b. Provide and use seat belts (tractors equipped with ROPS) sec. 18.B.09

c. Provide reverse signal alarm sec. 18.B.01

d. Use high visibility work vests when working on or near roadways, or near heavy equipment. High visibility apparel shall comply with ANSI/ISEA 107, Class 2 requirements. sec. 5.F.01.

e. Use approved safety containers for gasoline, sec. 9.B.08 through sec. 9.B.19

f. Lawn maintenance equipment, including weed eaters, chainsaws, chippers, grinders, pruning equipment and any other equipment shall not be operated without guards and safety devices in place as recommended by the manufacturer.

g. The minimum clothing worn shall be short sleeve shirts and long pants (The wearing of shorts is not approved), and leather or other protective work shoes or boots for this contract. sec 5.A.06.

h. Use safety shoes when using mower, string trimmer, etc. sec. 5.A.0

i. Use eye/face/hearing protection devices, sec. 5. All eye and face protection equipment shall meet the requirements of ANSI Z87.1 and bear a legible and permanent “Z87” logo to indicate compliance with the standard. sec .5. B.01.

j. Hearing protection shall meet the requirements of ANSI S3.19. Hearing protection shall be worn by all involved in grass mowing and trimming.

k. Traffic Control Signs. Traffic control shall be accomplished in accordance with DOT Federal Highway Administrator’s Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways

l. The Contractor shall be responsible for providing, erecting, maintaining, and removal of all traffic signs necessary for employee and traffic safety. Signs shall primarily consist of “MEN WORKING” warning signs.

m. All vehicles and equipment trailers shall have working brake lights, turn signal lights, and emergency flashers. Emergency flashers shall be used whenever vehicles and/or equipment trailers are parked on roadways or road shoulders.

n. No person shall be required or instructed to work in surroundings or under conditions that are unsafe or dangerous to his or her health.

o. The employer shall be responsible for maintaining a safety program that complies with all Federal and State safety standards and the requirements specified herein.

1.5.1 ACCIDENT PREVENTION PROGRAM

Within thirty (30) days of the contract award, the Contractor shall submit a detailed Accident Prevention Plan (APP) in accordance with Section 1, Para. 01. A.07 and Appendix A, EM 385-1-1 dated 2014. Interim approval of this plan shall be obtained before starting work. EM 385-1-1 is periodically updated and the Contractor shall comply with all updates. The APP shall interface with the Contractor’s overall safety and health program, and the Contractor shall include any portions referenced in the APP in the applicable APP element and made site specific. The Government considers the Prime Contractor to be the “controlling authority” for all work site safety and health of the subcontractors.

The Contractor shall maintain an accurate record of, and will report to the Contracting Officer in the manner and on the forms prescribed by the Contracting Officer, exposure data and all accidents resulting in death, traumatic injury, occupational disease, and damage to property, materials, supplies, and equipment incident to work performed under this contract. All accidents shall be reported within 24 hours of the occurrence. All accidents resulting in death or injury requiring medical attention shall be reported immediately.

Contractors are responsible for informing their subcontractors of the safety provisions under the terms of the contract and the penalties for noncompliance, coordinating the work to prevent one craft from interfering with or creating hazardous working conditions for other crafts, and inspecting subcontractor operations to ensure that accident prevention responsibilities shall be carried out.

1.5.2 EQUIPMENT SAFETY

All equipment or materials found not to be in compliance with the requirements of EM 385-1-1 shall be removed from Government property immediately.

1.6 NORMAL WORKING HOURS

Normal working hours for the Contractor shall be Monday through Friday (0730-1630), unless otherwise specified, or as specifically approved in advance by the Contracting Officer’s Representative. No work on site other than specified will be permitted without specific approval by the Contracting Officer’s Representative.

1.7 CERTIFICATIONS, PERMITS AND LICENSES

The Contractor shall provide a current North Carolina Department of Agriculture, Pest Control Division certified applicator license to the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) prior to the start of work including if a sub-contractor is utilized for herbicide work. The Contractor shall, at his own expense, obtain any additional licenses or permits, including but not limited to a Commercial Driver’s License. The Contractor shall comply with all current Federal, State and local laws and regulations.

1.8 OTHER CONTRACTS

Other Contractors and Corps of Engineers employees may be in close proximity to the Contractor’s designated area of work. The Contractor shall cooperate fully with all Contractors in the area and shall not impede the work of others in any way.

1.9 VEHICLES

All vehicles utilized under this contract shall be presentable, serviceable and shall comply with all applicable Federal and State motor vehicle regulations. All vehicles utilized under this contract shall meet all safety requirements set forth in EM 385-1-1. All Contractor vehicles shall be identified with the company name or logo, type of business and address conspicuously displayed on the door panels. Professionally done hand lettering, magnetic signs, or pressure sensitive decals with 1½” or larger lettering may be used to comply with this specification. The Contractor shall be required to equip vehicles with approved magnetic signs indicating that vehicles are operating under contract to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The COR reserves the right to inspect all equipment proposed by the Contractor for use in performance of custodial services and refuse collection prior to offer acceptance, prior to commencement of work, and/or during performance under the contract. Equipment which is not acceptable to the Contracting Officer shall be replaced at no additional cost to the Government.

1.10 DAMAGE RESPONSIBILITY

The Contractor shall be responsible for any damage to Government or private property, facilities, structures or landscape features occurring as a result of his or her operation. The Contractor shall be required to satisfactorily rectify notices of damage from the public and to protect the Government from claims resulting from damage caused by his or her activities and make immediate notification to the COR concerning said damage or injury to any person.

In instances where contract employees damage Government property and/or equipment, verbal notification shall be made by the next workday. A full written report of the incident and extent of such damage shall be submitted to the COR within two (2) work days (less weekends and holidays).

1.11 COMMENCEMENT OF WORK

The Contractor or their representative shall attend a pre-work meeting at each site prior to commencement of work.

The Contractor shall obtain all maps and instructions from the Government necessary to accomplish the work. The Contractor shall become familiar with the nature and location of the work by inspection of the site; noting the local conditions, security, safety, equipment and facilities required for the work, and all other factors which may affect the work or costs to perform the work. Any failure by the Contractor to review all available information concerning these conditions will not relieve them from the responsibility for estimating the difficulty or cost of successfully performing the work. It shall be the responsibility of the Contractor to describe the contract requirements to subordinate employees and subcontractors.

1.12 INCLEMENT WEATHER AND HOLIDAY WORK

The Contractor shall maintain the schedule of services despite inclement weather, except when severe conditions make it impractical or hazardous to perform the work. No services will be required on Federal holidays unless specifically outlined in requirements below.

Federal holidays are as follows:

New Year's Day - 1st day of January Martin Luther King's Birthday - 3rd Monday of January Washington’s Birthday – 3rd Monday of February Memorial Day – Last Monday of May Independence Day – July 4th

Labor Day - 1st Monday of September Columbus Day – 2nd Monday of October Veteran’s Day – 11th day of November Thanksgiving – 4th Thursday of November Christmas Day – December 25th

1.13 CONTRACTOR PERSONNEL

The Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) may direct the Contractor to replace any employee(s) that the COR deems incompetent, careless, insubordinate, under the influence of intoxicating drugs, beverages, etc. or whose continued employment is deemed to be contrary to the public interest. The Contractor shall be responsible for the immediate replacement of any employee under the conditions identified above: in addition to any costs associated with the replacement of an unsuitable employee.

The Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that its’ employees strictly observe the laws of the United States, North Carolina, Wake County, and any other Governing bodies which may affect the work to be completed under this contract. Contractors with non-English speaking workers shall have a person(s) fluent in English to be onsite while work is being performed.

1.14 WATER

Water required for performing duties may be obtained from existing Government water supply systems or from other sources approved by the COR. The Contractor shall furnish all equipment necessary to load, contain, and transport water for cleaning in areas where water is not available.

1.15 SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT

The Contractor shall furnish all supplies, materials, and equipment. No unmarked bottles, cans or other containers shall be used.

1.16 VARIATIONS IN ESTIMATED QUANTITIES

The number of facilities covered under this contract are subject to change as a result of an increase or decrease in public visitation, flood water storage or other factors. If the addition or removal of equipment and facilities causes an increase or decrease in the cost of performing the work, an adjustment may be made in accordance with the “Changes” clause.

1.17 SECURITY OF GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS

The Contractor shall be responsible for the security of the buildings and gates during his/her working hours, and to secure those facilities when leaving the area. The Visitor Assistance Center office and dam intake tower shall not be entered until Government personnel have first disabled the security alarms. A Government employee must be present at all times for any work performed inside of the tower. The Contractor shall immediately notify USACE staff upon discovering any active alarm engaged on property.

1.18 REPORTING OF VANDALISM

The Contractor shall report to the COR all instances of vandalism; including missing, damaged, or unserviceable refuse containers, lids, damaged restroom dispensers, partitions, plumbing, etc.

2. DESCRIPTION OF THE WORK

2.1 MOWING

The Contractor shall provide continuous mowing services, as necessary, so that vegetation within designated mowing areas does not exceed the maximum heights listed below. Grass shall not be cut to a height less than 1.5 inches, with the exception of Zoysia at Falls in Group A.

Falls Lake Jordan Lake Group A: Visitor Assistance Center area, including entrance roads (3.8 acres) – No more than a 4” height for grass; no more than a 9” height for seed heads and sparse weeds. Zoysia grass at the Visitor Assistance Center office shall be maintained at a height between 1 and 2 inches.

Group A: Visitor Assistance Center area, including entrance road inside entrance gate (3.8 acres) – No more than a 5” height for grass; no more than a 9” height for seed heads and sparse weeds.

Group B: Dam and Tailrace Recreational Areas, OM Boat ramp area and road (3.7 acres) – No more than a 6” height for grass; no more than a 9” height for seed heads and sparse weeds.

Group B: Poe’s Ridge, Dam and Tailrace Recreational Areas, (20.0 acres) – No more than a 6” height for grass;

no more than a 9” height for seed heads and sparse weeds. (includes septic drain fields) Entrance Roads between Poe’s Ridge and Visitor center Entrance Gate – No more than an 8” height for grass; no more than a 9” height for seed heads and sparse weeds.

Group C: Downstream Slope of Dam (4.0 acres) – No more than an 8” height for all vegetation in the area Dam Slope: 1 vert: 2.5 horiz

Group C: Downstream & Dam Terminus Slopes, OM boat ramp road (3.5 acres) - No more than 8” height for all vegetation in the area

Group D: Emergency Spillway, Septic Drain Fields (5.2 acres) – 1 time per year in January

Group E: Saddle Dikes (16.2 acres) – 2 times per year, 1 in March and 1 in July Saddle Dike Slopes:

1 vert:4 horiz - (upstream sides) 1 vert: 3 horiz – (downstream sides) Spillway to New Hope Overlook Trail – 2 times per year, 1 in March and 1 in July 16,000 sq feet

Note: Visitor Assistance Centers may require additional mowing through November depending on seasonal growth.

Mowing areas include, but are not limited to, recreation areas, operational areas, storage areas, management areas, restricted areas, areas below the dam, and the downstream slope of the dam. Grass mowing generally occurs from mid-March through October, based on seasonal growth. All litter shall be picked up before mowing.

For an area breakdown showing approximate acreage to be mowed see Appendix 3 for specifications and maps.

Please note that Appendices 3.1 – 3.10 show total acreages for that service for each lake, not just for what is shown on each individual map. Any mowing location that is not specified by Appendix 3 will fall under the (All other areas) requirements. Maps cannot accurately define each mowing area’s boundaries and complexities, therefore, site visits to each mowing area is recommended. Areas that cannot be cut by riding or push machines shall be cut utilizing weed trimmers.

Mowing shall not be permitted on Saturdays, Sundays, or Federal Holidays unless approved by the COR. Heavy mowing equipment must be kept off drain fields. Mowing schedules shall be submitted for approval to the COR to accommodate special circumstances resulting from rainfall, use fluctuations, holidays, etc.

After mowing, grass clippings shall be removed or blown from roadways, sidewalks, concrete ditches, campsites, shelters etc.

When the Contractor initiates any service (Group A mowing, etc.) the work shall be continued through completion without interruption (except for weather delays). The Contractor shall not allow any days to elapse between initiating a service and completion of that service. Should a mowing be incomplete at the close of a business day, the work shall recommence the following morning. Mowing conducted on Fridays that are incomplete at the close of business shall be recommenced on Saturday morning, pending coordination with the COR.

2.2 WEEDING, GRASS TRIMMING AND EDGING

The Contractor shall neatly trim by hand, or by use of a weed trimmer, grass around all structures and vegetation (trees, bushes, ornamentals) found within designated mowing areas. Examples of structures found within these areas include recreational amenities, light poles, walls, guardrails, trees, shrubs, barrier posts, etc. No plants or structures shall be damaged while trimming. Additional vegetation and structures may be placed on the project during the contract period. The Contractor shall neatly and uniformly, edge all sidewalks. Grass shall not be allowed to grow over or in cracks of paved roads, parking lots, and sidewalks.

2.3 MOWING SAFETY

The Contractor shall strictly enforce mowing safety in accordance with previously cited publications and manufacturers’ recommendations. The Contractor shall accomplish mowing to have minimum impact on visitor use.

The Contractor shall direct discharge from mowers away from all persons, vehicles, campsites, etc. Mowing equipment shall not be operated unless all screens and wire guards are 100% effective.

Mowing in the emergency spillway near Old Falls of Neuse Road Bridge and the Neuse River at Falls Lake is difficult due to persistent wetness. Wet conditions will prevent access with traditional tractors; therefore the removal of vegetation shall require specialized high flotation cutting machinery (Fecon Bull Hog Mulcher or equivalent flail type cutter with a horizontal shaft).

The Contractor shall mow the slopes of the dam at Falls Lake and the 205 berm slope at Jordan Lake using walk-behind mowers or a riding slope mower approved by the COR. Following a rain event, it may be necessary to wait a few days in order to mow safely. Prior to mowing the slopes of the dam, the Contractor shall consult with the Corps representative to determine if conditions (dryness, etc.) are satisfactory.

2.4 PROTECTION OF EXISTING VEGETATION, STRUCTURES, EQUIPMENT, UTILITIES AND

IMPROVEMENTS

The Contractor shall exercise caution to preserve and protect all structures, equipment, and vegetation on or adjacent to the work site. Herbicide spraying and mechanical weed control shall not be done to damage or kill trees and shrubs, planted or otherwise.

2.5 LEAF REMOVAL The Contractor shall rake and remove leaves from lawn areas at the Visitor Assistance Center offices, access road shoulders, Dam terminus (Falls only), and asphalt walkways. All leaves accumulated between the access road and the paved walking trail shall be removed. Leaf removal also shall be required from boundaries of planters or established plant beds, and from the office patios. Leaves shall be removed once per period in January, as directed by the Contracting Officer’s Representative. Leaf and limb material shall be moved to adjacent wooded areas of the park out of sight of the public, or removed from the area completely.

2.6 MULCH The Contractor shall mulch approximately 20,000 square feet (Approx. 7000 square feet at Jordan Lake and approx. 12,000 square feet at Falls Lake) of plant beds, planter boxes, ornamental shrubs, trees, the wildlife blind and at Falls Lake, and other landscaped areas throughout the project. Bedding shall be mulched and maintained free of mold, weeds, grass, and debris. The use of “other” and the unspecified location of the remaining 1000 square feet is meant for the vendor to account for extra mulch up to 1000 sq ft where needed in coordination with the COR. Examples of areas not listed in the scope where that extra 1000 sq ft might be needed include around public restrooms and entrance signs.

The Contractor shall add mulch to all landscaped areas annually during January to maintain a fresh appearance. This includes the wildlife blind area at Falls Lake. Triple shredded hardwood mulch or pine straw mulch depending upon location and determination of COR will be placed in plant beds and around individual trees and shrubs to a distance of 2 feet from base of shrubs and trees and to a compacted depth of 3 inches. The pollinator garden surrounding the flagpole at Jordan Lake requires up to approximately 30 cubic yards of triple shredded organic hardwood mulch spread to 4” deep. Mulch shall be placed so as not to touch the base of trees and woody shrubs.

The Contractor shall purchase and spread up to 45 cubic yards of certified playground mulch (15 cubic yards at the 1 playground at Falls and 30 cubic yards at the 3 playgrounds at Jordan) to replenish up to the 12” required depth. The mulch at each playground will be turned quarterly using hand tools to an approximate depth of 12 inches.

2.7 HERBICIDE CONTROL GENERAL

Proper safety precautions shall be practiced with respect to the Lake, other persons on job site, animals in the area and applicator. Special care shall be exercised to ensure that none of the chemical comes in contact with water areas.

2.7.1 Certifications The Contractor shall have current state certification for the categories of applications being performed. Restricted-use pesticides shall be applied only by, or under the direct supervision of a certified restricted-use applicator. Restricted-use applicators shall be at the specific site and must maintain a line-of-site view of the work being performed. The Contractor shall be guided by the manufacturer’s Material Safety Data Sheets for directions and use. Operator Qualifications: The Contractor shall provide a current North Carolina Department of Agriculture, Pest Control Division certified applicator license to the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) prior to the start of work, including if a subcontractor is utilized to perform the work.

2.7.2 Reporting Each time pesticides/herbicides are applied, whether by the Contractor or the sub- Contractor, a one-page Post-Application Documentation Form shall be completed and submitted to the COR with the monthly invoice. This report shall document the applicator, type chemical used, quantity, location, and other pertinent information needed. In addition, annually the Contractor shall submit an Annual Pest Control Plan Actual Usage Report and Anticipated Usage Report. These reports, submitted to the COR by December 1 each year, shall summarize pesticide use for the year and a proposed listing of all pesticides to be used during the next year. The Contractor shall provide a log of the herbicide and /or pest application to the COR by 30 November of each year.

This log shall include as a minimum:

Name of herbicide(s) used, and percent solution Total quantity of herbicides applied.

List of areas treated.

Total area treated (spot treatment over acres).

EPA registration number Targeted pest Date of application NC Applicator License #

2.7.3 RECREATION AREA HERBICIDE USE

The Contractor may apply herbicide to reduce grass cutting and weed growth maintenance when it will be a cost savings and increases workforce efficiency provided the COR approves the areas in advance. In areas where mowing is impractical, control of weeds, tall grass, and poison ivy shall be done within and around recreational facilities at least once per year after spring leaf-out. Spraying for these noxious plants within recreational areas shall be limited to plants immediately adjacent (within 10 feet) to or on high-use areas such as picnic tables, grills, etc.

Limited herbicide use may occur around signposts, road edges, cracks in pavement and around other small structures to facilitate a more cost-effective grass mowing and maintenance operation.

2.7.4 RECREATION AREA SPRAYING The single volunteer campsite pad, footprints of picnic tables or pads, gravel vehicle parking areas, asphalt cracks, shall be treated in all open and active Corps operated parks so as to adequately control vegetative growth on the recreational facilities. Approximately 2 acres + 15,000 linear feet at each project.

Twice annually during the spring (April/May) and late summer (August/September) an application of herbicide shall be applied to vegetation growing along the edges of walkways, roadways, parking lots, fences, and other areas designated by the COR.

The Contractor shall herbicide the single campsite and all picnic sites (approximately 1 surface acres, 0.5 at Falls and 0.5 at Jordan) twice annually during the peak months in the spring April/May and again in the summer August/September as directed by COR. The Contractor shall not spray sites that are occupied by visitors.

A total of .5 acres at the herp pond at Jordan Lake shall be cut and dabbed once per year. USACE staff will perform the cutting of the trees with the Contractor dabbing the trees in coordination with the COR.

Except for one area (upper compound at Falls Lake), the application of herbicides shall consist of spot treatment rather than area treatment. The Contractor shall not spray when weather conditions prevent effective treatment. In the case of rainfall received after the COR’s request for services, but prior to the application of herbicides, the application time frame may be modified, as directed. Following the application of herbicides, the Contractor shall perform an inspection within 30 days to ensure that targeted undesirable vegetation has been eliminated. Should an additional herbicide application be necessary to eliminate persistent undesirable vegetation, the Contractor shall apply the additional herbicide at no cost to the Government.

2.7.5 METHOD OF APPLICATION

a. Herbicides used shall be water-soluble and shall be applied in accordance with label instructions.

b. Care shall be taken to prevent chemicals from entering streams or ditches.

c. Care shall be taken to prevent chemicals from contacting stems and leaves of desirable plants.

d. Care shall be taken to prevent chemical drift.

e. The Contractor shall calibrate equipment properly and shall ensure uniform coverage of areas to be treated.

f. An inert carrier dye shall be used along with the herbicide. The type of dye used shall be approved by the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) prior to the start of work.

g. Herbicide shall be mixed off site when feasible, however water may be utilized from either project for mixing with chemicals, but all mixing shall be done at least 100 ft. from the shoreline within secondary containment. All onsite mixing shall be coordinated with the COR.

h. Areas accessible to the visiting public shall be posted by the Contractor with highly visible free-standing signs for a minimum of 24 hours and a maximum of 48 hours, cautioning that herbicides have been applied.

i. At the completion of spraying, equipment shall not be cleaned on the project. The cleaning of tank, hoses, and gun shall be done away from Government property.

2.7.6 EARTHEN DAM/SPILLWAY/RIP RAP AREA HERBICIDE USE The Contractor shall furnish labor, equipment and materials necessary to control grass and other vegetation utilizing chemical herbicidal control on approximately 19.5 acres of riprap areas associated with the two dams, river channels, and boat ramps and bulkheads. Falls and Jordan Lakes. Riprap areas shall be treated on both the upstream and downstream embankments of both earthen dams (including adjacent shorelines). In addition, riprap areas downstream of both Jordan and Falls Lake, along the river channel shall be treated as well as those areas around both OM and public boat ramps and bulkheads. The riprap areas shall be treated once per year. Herbicide shall be applied at a rate recommended by the manufacturer. See Appendix 4 for details. Please note that Appendices 4.1 – 4.5 show total acreages for that service for each lake, not just for what is shown on each individual map. Herbicide must be approved by COR.

Falls Lake: No pre-emergent needed, just spray existing vegetation in May/June as specified by COR (per weather and vegetation growth).

Jordan Lake: Use a pre-emergent and spray existing vegetation as well in April – June as specified by COR (per weather and vegetation growth).

Upstream Slope of Dam: 4.5 acres Upstream Slope of Dam: 4 acres

Downstream Slope of Dam: 1.2 acres Downstream Slope of Dam: 4 acres

Rip Rap along River Channel: 0.25 acres Rip Rap along River Channel: 4 acres

Rip Rap along shoreline adjacent to upstream slope of the dam: 0.8 acres

Rip Rap around OM Boat ramp/Bulkhead: 0.25 acres

Rip Rap around OM Boat Ramp/Bulkhead: .25 acres Riprap around Poe’s Ridge Boat Ramp:

0.25 acres

2.8 SNOW AND ICE REMOVAL

The Contractor shall begin moving snow and ice off project roadways upon the end of a snow or ice event and/or coordination with COR should the event occur during non-work hours or weekends; gates or barricades will be used to restrict traffic. Snow removal shall occur upon starting the next workday. The Contractor shall take necessary precautions to prevent damage to pavement, concrete, speed bumps, vegetation, fences, buildings, piping, and other Government property. Any snow melt aside from rock salt or sand must be pre-approved by the COR.

The Contractor shall clear the entrance roads to the Visitor Assistance Centers and Maintenance Areas. The Contractor shall clear all sidewalks, steps, and other access points to the Visitor Assistance Centers and Maintenance Areas for staff use. The Contractor shall clear parking areas at Visitor Centers and Maintenance Areas. The Contractor shall clear roads to/across the dams. Falls Lake: The Contractor shall clear road across the Dam; Jordan Lake: The Contractor shall clear the road to the dam and to the Tailrace Fishing Area.

AT/OPSEC:

AT Level I Training. All contractor employees, to include subcontractor employees, requiring access to Army installations, facilities, controlled access areas, or require network access, shall complete AT Level I awareness training within 30 calendar days after contract start date or effective date of incorporation of this requirement into the contract, whichever is applicable. Upon request, the contractor shall submit certificates of completion for each affected contractor employee and subcontractor employee, to the COR or to the contracting officer (if a COR is not assigned), within 5 calendar days after completion of training by all employees and subcontractor personnel. AT Level I awareness training is available at the following website: http://jko.jten.mil/courses/atl1/launch.html; or it can be provided by the RA ATO in presentation form which will be documented via memorandum.

Access and General Protection/Security Policy and Procedures. 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.

For contractors who do not require CAC, but require access to a DoD facility or installation. 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.

Will be escorted in areas where they may be exposed to classified and/or sensitive materials and/or sensitive or restricted areas. All contract employees, including subcontractor employees who are not in possession of the appropriate security clearance or access privileges, will be escorted in areas where they may be exposed to classified and/or sensitive materials and/or sensitive or restricted areas.

Pre-screen candidates using E-Verify Program. The Contractor must pre-screen Candidates using the E-verify Program (http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify) website to meet the established employment eligibility requirements. The Vendor must ensure that the Candidate has two valid forms of Government issued identification prior to enrollment to ensure the correct information is entered into the E-verify system. An initial list of verified/eligible Candidates must be provided to the COR no later than 3 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, with the designated Government representative. This Form will be provided to the Contracting Officer and shall become part of the official contract file.

ITEM NO SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

0001 1 Job Base Year - Grounds Maintenance - Jordan

Period of Performance: 1 May 2020 thru 28 February 2021 In accordance with the performance work statement attached FOB: Destination

NET AMT

0002 1 Job Base Year - Grounds Maintenance - Falls

Period of Performance: 1 May 2020 thru 28 February 2021

1001 1 Job OPTION Option Year 1 - Jordan Grounds

Period of Performance:1 March 2021 thru 28 February 2022

1002 1 Job OPTION Option Year 1 - Falls Grounds

Period of Performance:1 March 2021 thru 28 February 2022

2001 1 Job OPTION Option Year 2 - Jordan Grounds

Period of Performance: 1 March 2022 thru 28 February 2023

2002 1 Job OPTION Option Year 2 - Falls Grounds

Period of Performance: 1 March 2022 thru 28 February 2023

3001 1 Job OPTION Option Year 3 - Jordan Grounds

Period of Performance: 1 March 2023 thru 29 February 2024

3002 1 Job OPTION Option Year 3 - Falls Grounds

Period of Performance: 1 March 2023 thru 29 February 2024

4001 1 Job OPTION Option Year 4 - Jordan Grounds

Period of Performance:1 March 2024 thru 28 February 2025

4002 1 Job OPTION Option Year 4 - Falls Grounds

Period of Performance:1 March 2024 thru 28 February 2025

INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE TERMS

Supplies/services will be inspected/accepted at:

CLIN INSPECT AT INSPECT BY ACCEPT AT ACCEPT BY

0001 Destination Government Destination Government 0002 Destination Government Destination Government 1001 Destination Government Destination Government 1002 Destination Government Destination Government 2001 Destination Government Destination Government 2002 Destination Government Destination Government 3001 Destination Government Destination Government 3002 Destination Government Destination Government 4001 Destination Government Destination Government 4002 Destination Government Destination Government

DELIVERY INFORMATION

CLIN DELIVERY DATE QUANTITY SHIP TO ADDRESS DODAAC /

CAGE

0001 POP 01-MAY-2020 TO

28-FEB-2021

N/A B. EVERETT JORDAN PROJECT

CHAD ELLER

2080 JORDAN DAM ROAD

MONCURE NC 27559

(919) 542-4501 X 2429

W912PM

0002 POP 01-MAY-2020 TO

28-FEB-2021

N/A FALLS LAKE PROJECT

CHAD ELLER

11405 FALLS OF NEUSE RD

WAKE FOREST NC 27587

(919) 542-4501 X 2429

1001 POP 01-MAR-2021 TO

28-FEB-2022

N/A B. EVERETT JORDAN PROJECT

CHAD ELLER

2080 JORDAN DAM ROAD

MONCURE NC 27559

(919) 542-4501 X 2429

1002 POP 01-MAR-2021 TO

28-FEB-2022

N/A FALLS LAKE PROJECT

CHAD ELLER

11405 FALLS OF NEUSE RD

WAKE FOREST NC 27587

(919) 542-4501 X 2429

2001 POP 01-MAR-2022 TO

28-FEB-2023

N/A B. EVERETT JORDAN PROJECT

CHAD ELLER

2080 JORDAN DAM ROAD

MONCURE NC 27559

(919) 542-4501 X 2429

2002 POP 01-MAR-2022 TO

28-FEB-2023

N/A FALLS LAKE PROJECT

CHAD ELLER

11405 FALLS OF NEUSE RD

WAKE FOREST NC 27587

(919) 542-4501 X 2429

3001 POP 01-MAR-2023 TO

29-FEB-2024

N/A B. EVERETT JORDAN PROJECT

CHAD ELLER

2080 JORDAN DAM ROAD

MONCURE NC 27559

(919) 542-4501 X 2429

3002 POP 01-MAR-2023 TO

29-FEB-2024

N/A FALLS LAKE PROJECT

CHAD ELLER

11405 FALLS OF NEUSE RD

WAKE FOREST NC 27587

(919) 542-4501 X 2429

4001 POP 01-MAR-2024 TO

28-FEB-2025

N/A B. EVERETT JORDAN PROJECT

CHAD ELLER

2080 JORDAN DAM ROAD

MONCURE NC 27559

(919) 542-4501 X 2429

4002 POP 01-MAR-2024 TO

28-FEB-2025

N/A FALLS LAKE PROJECT

CHAD ELLER

11405 FALLS OF NEUSE RD

WAKE FOREST NC 27587

(919) 542-4501 X 2429

CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE

52.202-1 Definitions NOV 2013 52.203-3 Gratuities APR 1984 52.203-8 Cancellation, Rescission, and Recovery of Funds for Illegal or

Improper Activity

MAY 2014

52.203-10 Price Or Fee Adjustment For Illegal Or Improper Activity MAY 2014 52.203-11 Certification And Disclosure Regarding Payments To

Influence Certain Federal Transactions

SEP 2007

52.203-12 Limitation On Payments To Influence Certain Federal Transactions

OCT 2010

52.203-17 Contractor Employee Whistleblower Rights and Requirement To Inform Employees of Whistleblower Rights

APR 2014

52.203-19 Prohibition on Requiring Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements

JAN 2017

52.204-4 Printed or Copied Double-Sided on Postconsumer Fiber Content Paper

MAY 2011

52.204-7 System for Award Management OCT 2018 52.204-9 Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel JAN 2011 52.204-13 System for Award Management Maintenance OCT 2018 52.204-16 Commercial and Government Entity Code Reporting JUL 2016 52.204-17 Ownership or Control of Offeror JUL 2016 52.204-18 Commercial and Government Entity Code Maintenance JUL 2016 52.204-22 Alternative Line Item Proposal JAN 2017 52.204-23 Prohibition on Contracting for Hardware, Software, and

Services Developed or Provided by Kaspersky Lab and Other Covered Entities.

JUL 2018

52.204-25 Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment.

AUG 2019

52.209-10 Prohibition on Contracting With Inverted Domestic Corporations

NOV 2015

52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors--Commercial Items OCT 2018 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions--Commercial Items OCT 2018 52.217-5 Evaluation Of Options JUL 1990 52.219-6 (Dev) Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside (DEVIATION

2019-O0003).

JAN 2019

52.223-2 Affirmative Procurement of Biobased Products Under Service and Construction Contracts

SEP 2013

52.223-3 Hazardous Material Identification And Material Safety Data JAN 1997 52.223-5 Pollution Prevention and Right-to-Know Information MAY 2011 52.223-17 Affirmative Procurement of EPA-Designated Items in Service and Construction Contracts

AUG 2018

52.225-25 Prohibition on Contracting with Entities Engaging in Certain Activities or Transactions Relating to Iran-- Representation and Certifications.

AUG 2018

52.228-5 Insurance - Work On A Government Installation JAN 1997 52.229-3 Federal, State And Local Taxes FEB 2013

52.232-1 Payments APR 1984 52.232-8 Discounts For Prompt Payment FEB 2002 52.232-11 Extras APR 1984 52.232-17 Interest MAY 2014 52.232-23 Assignment Of Claims MAY 2014 52.232-37 Multiple Payment Arrangements MAY 1999 52.232-39 Unenforceability of Unauthorized Obligations JUN 2013 52.232-40 Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business

Subcontractors

DEC 2013

52.233-1 Disputes MAY 2014 52.233-2 Service Of Protest SEP 2006 52.233-3 Protest After Award AUG 1996 52.233-4 Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim OCT 2004 52.237-1 Site Visit APR 1984 52.237-2 Protection Of Government Buildings, Equipment, And

Vegetation

APR 1984

52.242-13 Bankruptcy JUL 1995 52.242-15 Stop-Work Order AUG 1989 52.243-1 Alt I Changes--Fixed Price (Aug 1987) - Alternate I APR 1984 52.246-16 Responsibility For Supplies APR 1984 52.246-25 Limitation Of Liability--Services FEB 1997 252.201-7000 Contracting Officer's Representative DEC 1991 252.203-7000 Requirements Relating to Compensation of Former DoD

Officials

SEP 2011

252.203-7002 Requirement to Inform Employees of Whistleblower Rights SEP 2013 252.203-7005 Representation Relating to Compensation of Former DoD

Officials

NOV 2011

252.204-7003 Control Of Government Personnel Work Product APR 1992 252.204-7004 Antiterrorism Awareness Training for Contractors. FEB 2019 252.204-7006 Billing Instructions OCT 2005 252.204-7012 Safeguarding Covered Defense Information and Cyber

Incident Reporting

DEC 2019

252.204-7015 Notice of Authorized Disclosure of Information for Litigation Support

MAY 2016

252.204-7016 Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services -- Representation

DEC 2019

252.204-7017 Prohibition on the Acquisition of Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services -- Representation

DEC 2019

252.204-7018 Prohibition on the Acquisition of Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services

DEC 2019

252.209-7004 Subcontracting With Firms That Are Owned or Controlled By The Government of a Country that is a State Sponsor of Terrorism

MAY 2019

252.223-7001 Hazard Warning Labels DEC 1991 252.223-7006 Prohibition On Storage, Treatment, and Disposal of Toxic or

Hazardous Materials

SEP 2014

252.223-7008 Prohibition of Hexavalent Chromium JUN 2013 252.225-7001 Buy American And Balance Of Payments Program-- Basic DEC 2017 252.225-7002 Qualifying Country Sources As Subcontractors DEC 2017 252.225-7048 Export-Controlled Items JUN 2013 252.232-7003 Electronic Submission of Payment Requests and Receiving

Reports

DEC 2018

252.232-7007 Limitation Of Government's Obligation APR 2014 252.232-7010 Levies on Contract Payments DEC 2006 252.243-7001 Pricing Of Contract Modifications DEC 1991 252.243-7002 Requests for Equitable Adjustment DEC 2012

252.244-7000 Subcontracts for Commercial Items JUN 2013 252.246-7003 Notification of Potential Safety Issues JUN 2013 252.247-7023 Transportation of Supplies by Sea FEB 2019

CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY FULL TEXT

52.204-24 REPRESENTATION REGARDING CERTAIN TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND VIDEO

SURVEILLANCE SERVICES OR EQUIPMENT (DEC 2019)

The Offeror shall not complete the representation in this provision if the Offeror has represented that it “does not provide covered telecommunications equipment or services as a part of its offered products or services to the Government in the performance of any contract, subcontract, or other contractual instrument” in the provision at 52.204-26, Covered Telecommunications Equipment or Services--Representation, or in paragraph (v) of the provision at 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications--Commercial Items.

(a) Definitions. As used in this provision--

Covered telecommunications equipment or services, critical technology, and substantial or essential component have the meanings provided in clause 52.204-25, Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment.

(b) Prohibition. Section 889(a)(1)(A) of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (Pub. L. 115-232) prohibits the head of an executive agency on or after August 13, 2019, from procuring or obtaining, or extending or renewing a contract to procure or obtain, any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services as a substantial or essential component of any system, or as critical technology as part of any system. Contractors are not prohibited from providing--

(1) A service that connects to the facilities of a third-party, such as backhaul, roaming, or interconnection arrangements; or

(2) Telecommunications equipment that cannot route or redirect user data traffic or permit visibility into any user data or packets that such equipment transmits or otherwise handles.

(c) Procedures. The Offeror shall review the list of excluded parties in the System for Award Management (SAM) (https://www.sam.gov) for entities excluded from receiving federal awards for “covered telecommunications equipment or services”.

(d) Representation. The Offeror represents that it [ ] will, [ ] will not provide covered telecommunications equipment or services to the Government in the performance of any contract, subcontract or other contractual instrument resulting from this solicitation.

(e) Disclosures. If the Offeror has represented in paragraph (d) of this provision that it “will'' provide covered telecommunications equipment or services”, the Offeror shall provide the following information as part of the offer-

(1) A description of all covered telecommunications equipment and services offered (include brand; model number, such as original equipment manufacturer (OEM) number, manufacturer part number, or wholesaler number; and item description, as applicable);

(2) Explanation of the proposed use of covered telecommunications equipment and services and any factors relevant to determining if such use would be permissible under the prohibition in paragraph (b) of this provision;

(3) For services, the entity providing the covered telecommunications services (include entity name, unique entity…