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Performance Work Statement Eagle Island Dredged Material Placement Facility Mowing

Brunswick County, NC

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1.0 Background

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers owns, operates, and maintains the Eagle Island Dredged Material Placement Facility (DMPF). This DMPF is a component of the Wilmington Harbor Navigation project in which dredged material is routinely placed in it. The entire site encompasses approximately 785 acres; however, the interior of the Dredged Material Placement Facility will not be mowed. Over the years, the dikes have been raised and exterior toe berms have been added.

The Eagle Island DMPF consists of three cells, Cell 1, Cell 2, and Cell 3 along with two cross dikes that separate Cell 1 from Cell 2 and Cell 2 from Cell 3. These cross dikes are referred as cross dikes 1-2 and cross dike 2-3, respectively. The dikes are earthen embankment, with side slopes ranging from approximately 1 vertical on 2 horizontal (1V:2H) to 1V:3H, and are benched at various elevations and ranging widths. The base of the dikes are at an approximate elevation ranging from 2 feet to 5 feet, National American Vertical Datum of 1988 (NAVD88). The dikes top elevation range between 37 feet and 46 feet, NAVD88.

Improvements to Eagle Island DMPF since 2020 include the following:

• Cell 2 (work completed 2023) o Raising of Cell 2 dike from approximate elevation 43 feet to 46 feet, NAVD88.

o Raising Cross Dike 1-2 and Cross Dike 2-3 from approximate elevation 43 feet to

46 feet, NAVD88.

o Construction of exterior east and west side toe berms.

• Cell 1 (on-going construction) o Construction of exterior east and west side toe berms.

o Construction of interior step-in to raise Cell 1 dike.

• Cell 3 (on-going construction) o Construction of exterior west and north side toe berm.

o Construction of interior step-in to raise Cell 3 dike.

2.0 Scope of Work

The scope of this contract is described as follows:

The Contractor shall furnish all labor, transportation, equipment, materials, and services to mow the dikes at Eagle Island DMPF as shown in Figure 1. The mowing will occur on the dikes containing Cells 1, 2, and 3 and the cross dikes 1-2 and 2-3. The combined areas to be mowed for Eagle Island DMPF is approximately 212 acres. The area and limits of the mowing area are shown in Figure 1, Figure 2, Figure 3, and Figure 4.

The mowing shall be performed four times per period of performance as scheduled in

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For dikes with ongoing interior step-in construction, mowing shall consist of cutting all vegetation from the exterior limit (either the exterior toe berm’s toe or the exterior toe of the dike) up the exterior dike slope, to approximately the crest of the dike, where construction is taking place. See typical sections in Figure 5 and Figure 6.

For dikes in which the interior step-in has been completed, mowing of the dikes shall consist of cutting all vegetation from the exterior limit (either the exterior toe berm’s toe or the exterior toe of the dike) up the exterior dike slope, over the top of the dike along the main roadway, and extending 10 feet down the inside dike slope from the dike shoulder edge. Small trees, weeds, and brush, less than 2-inches in diameter, are anticipated on the interior slopes of the cells. See typical sections in Figure 7 and Figure 8.

For the cross dikes, the cross dikes shall consist of cutting all vegetation along the top of the cross dike and extending 10 feet down from the shoulder each slope. Small trees, weeds, and brush, less than 2-inches in diameter, are anticipated on the interior slopes of the cross dikes. See typical section in Figure 9.

Figure 5 through Figure 9 are intended to provide a general configuration of the dikes and cross dikes. The actual number of steps and benches may vary by location. References drawings are included that provide additional details on expected configuration of the dikes and cross dikes.

Additionally, all vegetation 10 feet on either side of each spillway catwalk from the inside dike shoulder edge to the inside dike toe shall be mowed.

All vegetative growth shall be cut within 4 inches of the ground surface during each mowing event. Cuttings will not be required to be removed from the site.

Potential obstructions that the contractor should be aware of when mowing are shown in Figure 1 through Figure 4. The potential obstructions include piezometers and settlement gauges.

The Contractor shall repair any damage to these piezometers and settlement gauges that is caused by the mowing work and the Contractor’s expense.

The Contractor shall use adequate and appropriate equipment to perform the necessary mowing and in such a way to prevent damage and rutting of the dikes. The Contractor shall repair any damages to the dikes that is caused by the mowing work and at the Contractor’s expense.

Depending on weather conditions and the amount of precipitation, there could be soft and wet areas throughout the project. An area along the west side of Cell 1 (approximately 3 acres) is generally always wet and soft no matter the amount of precipitation, and cannot support heavy mowing equipment without causing rutting and damage, area shown on Figure 1 and Figure 2.

The Contractor shall select and use adequate and appropriate equipment (i.e. low ground pressure equipment, boom/arm mowing equipment, manual equipment, etc.) in this area and any other soft/wet areas that develop or is present at the time of mowing to prevent damage and rutting. The Contractor shall repair any damages to the dikes that is caused by the mowing work

2 AUG 2024 Page 3 of 22 and the Contractor’s expense.

The Contractor shall plan mowing operations such the mowing of the entire dike slope is completed in a section prior to mowing another section.

The Contractor shall remove daily any contractor generated solid waste/trash brought on to work sites. The Contractor shall transport all solid waste/trash off Government property and dispose in compliance with Federal, State, and local requirements.

3.0 Location

Eagle Island DMPF site is owned and operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Wilmington, North Carolina. The project site is located in Brunswick County, North Carolina (Figure 1).

The entrance to Eagle Island has the coordinates that approximately:

34 degrees 13’ 7.30” N 77 degrees 57’ 32.35”W

The approximate address is:

499 Battleship Road Northeast Wilmington, NC 28401

The mailing address of the Wilmington District is:

69 Darlington Avenue Wilmington, North Carolina 28403-1343

An organized site visit is scheduled for 30 July 2024 at 10 AM EST, located at the end of Battleship Road NE, approximate coordinates of the meeting location are 34.217290, -77.959888.

Contact for site visit will be Mike Ellis, 910-251-4571 or Michael.m.ellis@usace.army.mil.

Contractors who wish to attend the site visit, must RSVP by 29 July 2024 at 11AM EST to ryan.t.mckenna@usace.army.mil and Rosalind.m.shoemaker@usace.army.mil.

4.0 Quantities

The quantities presented in Table 1 are estimated acreage for each cell and cross dike.

Table 1. Existing Conditions Mowing Acreage

Location Existing (acres)(1)

Cell 1 70 Cell 2 80 Cell 3 51 Cross Dike 1 / 2 3 Cross Dike 2 / 3 8

TOTAL 212

Note:

mailto:Michael.m.ellis@usace.army.mil mailto:ryan.t.mckenna@usace.army.mil mailto:Rosalind.m.shoemaker@usace.army.mil

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(1) The quantities of acres are estimated as the sloped field conditions. The estimated acreage is based on the planar area presented in the location maps, multiplied by 105.4% to estimate the acreage associated with the dike slopes.

Construction at Eagle Island will be on-going. As construction work on exterior toe berms, interior step-ins, and spillway structures is completed, additional area of mowing maybe required. If the Government determines that additional areas need to be mowed, the Government will issue a Request for Proposal to modify the contract to include the additional area.

5.0 Period of Performance

The period of performance is indicated in Table 2 below.

Table 2. Period of Performance Item Start End

Base Year 30 September 2024 29 September 2025 Option Year 1 30 September 2025 29 September 2026 Option Year 2 30 September 2026 29 September 2027 Option Year 3 30 September 2027 29 September 2028 Option Year 4 30 September 2028 29 September 2029

6.0 Schedule

The Contractor shall mow the Eagle Island DMPF dikes and cross dikes four times a year.

The mowing events shall be scheduled to be completed within the following requirements presented in Table 3. If delays occur due to wet conditions, the Contractor shall coordinate the delay with the PCO and COR.

Table 3. Schedule for Mowing Events Mowing

Event Start End

1 15th of November 15th of December 2 1st of April 30th of April 3 15th of June 15th of July 4 1st of September 30th of September

7.0 Normal Working Hours

Normal Working Hours for the Contractor shall Monday thru Friday, 0700 to 1900 hours.

No onsite work shall be conducted outside these Normal Working Hours nor conducted during Federal Holidays without specific approval by the PCO or COR.

8.0 Responsibility

The Contractor shall furnish qualified personnel to ensure the accomplishment of work specified in this PWS. Additionally, the Contractor shall furnish all services, equipment, personnel, and travel required for the performance of this PWS. The Contractor is responsible for

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9.0 Coordination

The Contractor shall be fully responsible for coordinating the fieldwork needs with the COR and PCO. Contact information will be provided at contract award.

The Contractor shall designate a Project Manager whom shall be the Primary point of contact for this contract. The Contractor's Project Manager shall be responsible for all coordination to ensure the work is accomplished in a timely and professional manner. Any directions given that are viewed by the Contractor as a change to the SOW affecting contract fee and time shall be brought to the immediate attention of the PCO or the COR. Any change, addition, or deletion shall be in writing from the Contracting Officer.

The Contractor shall notify the COR at least five (5) business days prior to the mobilizing for each mowing event. Each mowing event must be completed in its entirety once the event is started. The Contractor shall notify the COR a minimum of three (3) business days prior to completing each mowing event to schedule an inspection.

10.0 Submittals

The Contractor shall be responsible for developing and submitting the required submittals for Government review and approval / acceptance. The following submittals shall be submitted to the COR.

• Accident Prevention Plan (APP) and Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA): APP and AHA requires Government Acceptance prior to the mobilization and commencement of the first mowing event. See requirements in paragraph 13.0

• Mowing Sequence Plan: The Contractor shall prepare and submit Draft and Final versions of a Mowing Sequence Plan. The Mowing Sequence Plan shall detail the Contractor’s proposed plan to mow the entire dike slope (from the exterior limit to the interior limit in sections prior to moving onto another section. The Mowing Sequence Plan shall detail the types of equipment to be used in each section and estimate durations.

The Mowing Sequence Plan requires Government Approval prior to the start of the first mowing event.

• Hours Worked, see requirements in paragraph 13.5.

11.0 Commencement of Work

The Project Manager shall be available to attend all site visits prior to commencement of work. The Project Manager shall obtain all maps, photos, and instructions from the Government necessary to direct the work force in the accomplishment of contract requirements. It shall be the responsibility of the Contractor to describe the work to subsequent employees and any sub-contractors. The Contractor shall not begin any mobilization or mowing until the APP, AHA, 2 AUG 2024 Page 6 of 22 and Mowing Sequence Plan has been reviewed and accepted/approved by the Government.

12.0 Direction

The Contractor shall accept directions only from the Wilmington District Procuring Contracting Officer (PCO) or his/her designee. Requests or desires of the Users, Using Agency, or any other party made directly to the Contractor shall be immediately brought to the attention of the PCO for this Contract. Any changes to this PWS must be authorized in writing by the PCO. Should the Contractor receive any directives or criteria that are beyond the contract criteria of the PWS, the Contractor shall not proceed with such directions or criteria but shall notify the PCO in writing describing the changes and impact on the effort within three business days. The Contractor shall not modify, add, delete, or change in any way the contract requirements in the PWS without obtaining written modification from the PCO.

13.0 Safety Requirements

General

13.1.1 All work shall comply with EM 385-1-1, 15 March 2024 edition, and all applicable Federal, State, and local safety standards. EM 385-1-1 may be viewed and downloaded online at:

https://publications.usace.afpims.mil/Portals/76/EM%20385-1- 1%20_EFFECTIVE%2015%20March%202024.pdf. Additionally, all equipment shall be operated in accordance with the manufacturer’s written recommendations.

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

13.1.3 Contractors with non-English speaking workers shall have a person(s) fluent in the language(s) spoken as well as English to interpret and translate as needed.

13.1.4 Prior to commencement of work, the Contractor shall submit for acceptance, an Accident Prevention Plan (APP) and Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) for all work associated with the contract. See Attachment 1 for the APP worksheet and Attachment 2 for the AHA form.

Work shall not commence without an accepted APP and AHAs. Ten (10) business days shall be allowed for review of the APP and AHAs.

Daily Safety Meetings

13.2.1 Daily safety meeting shall be held prior to commencement of work to discuss the day's activities, including weather conditions that may affect the activities. Issues from the previous day's activities shall also be discussed. The COR shall be notified of the time of the meetings and afforded an opportunity to attend. The meetings shall be documented on SAW Form 4. See Attachment 3.

Site Safety and Health Officer

13.3.1 The Contractor shall have a designated Level 3 Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO).

See chapter 2 of EM 385-1-1 for the definition of Level 3 SSHOs. The SSHO shall be on the project site anytime work is underway. When the SSHO is off-site, an alternate, equally qualified

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SSHO shall be on site until the primary SSHO returns. The SSHO shall have a minimum of 3-years of experience in managing safety for mowing services and shall have completed the OSHA 10-hour General Industry Safety Course.

Accident Notification and Reporting

13.4.1 Employees are responsible for reporting all work-related injuries or illnesses, and property damage as soon as possible to their employer or immediate supervisor. Employers and immediate supervisors shall report all work-related injuries or illnesses, and property damage to the PCO within 24 hours. All work-related accidents will be investigated to determine cause. An accident that results in a fatal injury, permanent partial or permanent total disability shall be immediately reported to the PCO. The Final Accident Report shall be submitted to the PCO on ENG Form 3394, Mishap Investigation Report (July 2021) not later than seven days after occurrence of the accident. See Attachment 4.

Hours Worked

13.5.1 The Contractor shall submit by the fifth day of the current month hours worked for the previous month. See Attachment 5 for the form for submitting monthly exposure hours.

Emergency Planning

13.6.1 Employees working alone shall be provided an effective means of emergency communications. This may be by cellular phone, two-way radio, or other acceptable means. The selected means of communications must be readily available and must be in working condition.

No one shall work alone when performing extremely high or high hazard work.

Hazardous Substances

13.7.1 When any hazardous substance is procured, used, stored, or disposed, Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for the substances shall be available at the worksite. All employees using, storing, or disposing of hazardous substances shall receive training in the information contained in the SDS for the substance and any general safety and health instruction required to understand the information. When the eyes or body of any person may be exposed to corrosives, strong irritants, or toxic chemicals, suitable facilities for quick drenching or flushing of the eyes and body shall be provided within 10 seconds of the worksite. The Contractor shall submit for acceptance a written Hazard Communication Program.

Heat Stress Management

13.8.1 The Contractor shall have a Thermal Stress Management Program that complies with chapter 6, paragraph 6-7.g of EM 385-1-1. The Contractor shall submit the program for acceptance.

Drinking Water

13.9.1 Employees shall be provided an adequate supply of potable drinking water in all places of employment. Cool water shall be provided during hot weather. Workers shall be encouraged to drink water when working in hot environments.

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First Aid and CPR

13.10.1 A minimum of two employees on each shift shall be certified to administer first aid and CPR. A minimum of one Type III, 16-unit first aid kit shall be provided. Any employee working alone, must be certified in first aid.

Personal Protective Equipment

13.11.1 Minimum Requirements. Employees shall wear clothing suitable for the weather.

Minimum dress shall be short sleeve shirt, long pants (excessively long or baggy pants are prohibited, safety-toe boots. Safety-toe boots shall comply with ASTM F2413.

13.11.2 Eye and Face Protection. 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. All involved in dispensing of herbicides shall wear splash guard goggles.

13.11.3 Hearing Protection. Hearing protection must meet the requirements of ANSI S3.19.

Hearing protection shall be worn by all involved in grass mowing and trimming.

13.11.4 High Visibility Apparel. High visibility apparel shall comply with ANSI/ISEA 107, Class 2 requirements. High visibility vest shall be worn by all Contractor personnel while at Eagle Island.

13.11.5 Gloves. Persons involved in activities that subject the hands to cuts, abrasions, punctures, burns, and chemical irritants shall select and use gloves appropriate for the hazard.

Gloves shall conform to ANSI 105.

13.11.6 Machine Guards and Safety Devices. Grass mowing equipment shall not be operated without guards and safety devices in place as recommended by the manufacturer. This includes rollover protection structures for tractors and mowers. Tractors shall be equipped with on 10-B:C fire extinguisher.

13.11.7 Equipment shall be allowed to cool down prior to refueling.

13.11.8 Lockout/Tagout. Before an employee performs any servicing or maintenance on any equipment where the unexpected energizing, start up or release of any kinetic or stored energy could occur and cause injury or damage, the equipment shall be locked or otherwise disabled to prevent unexpected energizing, start up or release from occurring.

14.0 Definitions

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

CONTRACTOR - The “Contractor” is the individual whose bid was accepted by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and who has gained 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.

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SUB-CONTRACTOR – One that enters into a contract with a prime contractor. The Government does not have privity of contract with the subcontractor.

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

PROCURING CONTRACTING OFFICER (PCO) - The term “Procuring Contracting Officer” means the person with the authority to enter into, administer, and/or terminate contracts and make related determinations and findings.

CONTRACTING OFFICER’S REPRESENTATIVE (COR) - An individual designated in writing by the Contracting Officer, responsible to perform specific technical or administrative functions.

DEFICIENCY / DEFECTIVE SERVICE - A service output that does not meet the standard of performance associated with the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

KEY PERSONNEL AND/OR SUB-CONTRACTOR – Contractor or Sub-Contractor personnel that are submitted as part of the Contractor’s RFQ’s quote submission, evaluated as part of the Contractor’s quote during pre-award evaluation and review process and that shall be required to be used during the entire performance period of all services as contained in the PWS. When key personnel and/or Sub- Contractors are used as an evaluation factor, an Offer can be rejected if it does not have a firm commitment from the key personnel and/or Sub-Contractors that are specifically contained in the quote.

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.

QUALITY CONTROL (QC) PLAN - An organized written document specifying the surveillance methodology to be used for surveillance of Contractor performance.

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.

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS SUMMARY (PRS) – Contains the Contractor service requirements and are summarized into performance objectives that relate directly to mission essential items. The performance threshold briefly describes the minimum acceptable levels of service required for each requirement. These thresholds are critical to mission success.

15.0 Permits and Licenses

The Contractor shall, at his own expense, obtain any licenses or permits, including but not

2 AUG 2024 Page 10 of 22 limited to Commercial Driver’s License. The Contractor shall comply with all current Federal, State and local laws and regulations and shall comply with any subsequent changes.

16.0 Regulatory Status

The work performed by the Contractor shall be in compliance with Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and all applicable USACE, other Federal, State, and Local regulations and guidelines.

The use of burning at the project site for the disposal of vegetation and debris will not be permitted.

17.0 General Requirements

Best Management Practices (BMP’s). The Contractor shall conduct all site work using BMP’s in order to reduce the impact on the environment.

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

Coordination with Other Contractors. Other Contractors may be working in Wilmington Harbor and at Eagle Island CDF during the time period of this contract. The Mowing Contractor must coordinate contract operations with other Contractors in the area as needed to avoid conflicts and delays. The following work activities shall be anticipated by the Mowing Contractor:

• Construction and Improvements to Cell 1

• Construction and Improvements to Cell 2

• Construction and Improvements to Cell 3

• Annual Maintenance Dredged Material Placement into Eagle Island

18.0 Post Work Activities

The Contractor shall perform Disassemble/Demobilize any staging/lay-down area and restore that area to pre-work conditions or better following the completion of each clearing/mowing event. There shall be no lay-down area between clearing/mowing events.

19.0 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 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 activities and make immediate notification to the Contracting Officer or his/her designated representative concerning said damage or injury to any person. In instances where contract employees damage government

2 AUG 2024 Page 11 of 22 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 Contracting Officer or his/her designated representative within 2 working days (less weekends and holidays).

20.0 Quality Assurance

The Government will monitor the Contractor's performance under this contract and reserves the rights to use whatever additional surveillance procedures are deemed appropriate. If the Contractor fails to perform according to the performance standards, a Notification of Contract Deficiency-Service Contract will be issued by the Contracting Officer.

The Contractor shall explain in writing why the performance was less than satisfactory, and how recurrence of the problem will be prevented in the future.

The Contractor’s work is subject to the inspection of the Contracting Officer, his/her designated representative, or his/her appointed Quality Assurance (QA) Inspectors, at any time during the tenure of the Contract.

• The Contracting Officer, his/her designated representative, or inspectors designated by the Contracting Officer will make a thorough inspection of the Contractor’s completed work to verify that all terms of this Contract have been satisfied.

• Any services rendered not meeting acceptable standards will be remedied to the satisfaction of the Government prior to payment and in accordance with the PRS.

21.0 Contractor Personnel

The Contracting Officer may direct the Contractor to replace any employee(s) that the KO or 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 all its’ employees and employees of subcontractors strictly observe the laws of the United States, North Carolina, local counties where work is to be performed, 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.

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22.0 AT/OPSEC

The Contractor shall adhere to the following conditions:

AT/OPSEC #1, General security requirements and guidance: The security requirements described below apply to all contract personnel (including employees of the prime Contractor (“Contractor”) and all subcontractor employees) supporting the performance requirements of this contract. The Contractor is responsible for compliance with these security requirements.

Questions regarding security matters shall be addressed to the designated Government representative (e.g., Contracting Officer Representative (COR), Requiring Activity (RA) representative, or Contracting Officer (if a COR or other RA representative is not appointed)).

Contract personnel are critical to the overall security and safety of US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) installations, facilities and activities, and security awareness training contributes to those efforts. The Department of Defense (DoD) and Army security training requirements specified below, if applicable, are performance requirements; all applicable contract personnel shall complete initial training within 30 days of contract award or the date new contract personnel begin performance on the contract. Within five business days from the completion of training, the Contractor shall provide written documentation (e.g., email or memorandum) to the Government representative. The documentation shall include the names of contract personnel trained and which training they completed; the Contractor shall maintain training records as part of their contract files and be prepared to provide copies of training certificates to the Government representative. Contractor personnel and vehicles are subject to search when entering federal installations. Additionally, all contract personnel shall comply with Force Protection Condition (FPCON) measures, Random Antiterrorism Measures (commonly referred to as “RAMs”), and Health Protection Condition (HPCON) measures. The Contractor is responsible for meeting performance requirements during elevated FPCON and/or HPCON levels in accordance with applicable RA plans and procedures --this includes identifying mission essential and non-mission essential personnel. In addition to the changes otherwise authorized by the changes clause of this contract, should the FPCON or HPCON levels at any individual facility or installation change, the Government may implement security changes that affect contract personnel. The Contractor shall ensure all contract personnel are aware of their security responsibilities, including any site-specific requirements identified in local policies or procedures.

AT/OPSEC #2, Antiterrorism (AT) Level I Training: All contract personnel requiring routine access to Army installations, facilities, and controlled access areas, or requiring network access shall complete initial and annual refresher AT Level I awareness training. Online AT Level I awareness training is available at https://jko.jten.mil/ (website subject to change).

AT/OPSEC #3. Physical security and access control requirements: All contract personnel requiring physical access to a federal installation or facility shall comply with the access control procedures of that location. Contract personnel requiring unescorted access to meet contract performance requirements on a DoD installation in the US shall be vetted by the installation/facility Provost Marshal/Directorate of Emergency Services/Security Office using the National Crime Information Center-Interstate Identification Index (commonly referred to as

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

AT/OPSEC #6. Suspicious Activity Reporting training (e.g. iWATCH, CorpsWatch, or See Something, Say Something): All contract personnel shall receive initial and annual refresher training from the RA representative on the local suspicious activity reporting program. This locally developed training provides contract personnel with general information on suspicious behavior, and guidance on reporting suspicious activity to the project manager, security representative or law enforcement entity.

AT/OPSEC #9. Training requirements for the protection of sensitive information: All contract personnel with access to critical information (as identified in the RA's OPSEC Program) shall complete initial and annual refresher OPSEC Level I Awareness training, which is available at the following websites: https://www.iad.gov/ioss/, or http://www.cdse.edu/catalog/operations-security.html (websites subject to change). All contract personnel with access to Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) shall complete initial and annual refresher CUI training in accordance with applicable Army policy.

AT/OPSEC #13. Escorting in classified and/or sensitive areas: In accordance with applicable regulations, all contract personnel who do not possess the appropriate security clearance or access privileges will be escorted in areas where they may be exposed to classified information or operations, sensitive information or activities, or restricted areas.

AT/OPSEC #14. Pre-screen candidates using E-Verify Program: Contractors shall comply with the requirements set forth in FAR clause 52.222-54 Employment Eligibility Verification and FAR Subpart 22.18 in using the E-Verify Program at (https://www.e-verify.gov/) (website subject to change) to meet the contract employment eligibility requirements. Contractors are encouraged to cooperate with Federal and State agencies responsible for enforcing labor requirements to include eligibility for employment under United States immigration laws in accordance with FAR 22.102-1(i). An initial list of verified/eligible candidates shall be provided to the COR no later than three business days after the initial contract award. When contracts are with individuals, the individuals will be required to complete a Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, and submit it to the Contracting Officer to become part of the official contract file.

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23.0 Performance Requirements

The Performance Requirement Summary (PRS) is shown in Table 4 below.

Table 4. Mowing at Eagle Island Confined Disposal Facility in North Carolina

Statements Standards (STD) /

Acceptance Quality Limit

(AQL)

Incentive / Remedy

2.0

The Contractor shall furnish all labor, transportation, equipment, materials, and services to mow earthen embankment dikes and cross dikes at Eagle Island.

STD: All vegetative growth shall be cut within 4 inches of the ground surface during each clearing event.

AQL: +/- ¼” from standard range

Re-performance at no cost to the Government.

2.11& 2.12

The Contractor shall prevent damage and rutting of the dikes. Contractor shall repair any damages caused by mowing work.

STD: Mowing operations prevents damage and rutting of the dikes. Any damage caused is repaired.

AQL: 100% repair

Any damage caused is repaired.

2.14

The Contractor shall transport all solid waste/trash off Government property and dispose in compliance with Federal, State, and local requirements.

STD: Remove Contractor produced waste/trash brought onto work sites daily.

AQL: 100% removal

Re-performance at no cost to the Government.

18.0

The Contractor shall Disassemble/Demobilize any staging/lay-down area. The Contactor shall repair any damage caused by the mowing operations.

STD: Restore that area to pre-work conditions or better following the completion of each mowing event.

AQL: 100% completion

Re-performance at no cost to the Govern

24.0 Payment and Invoicing

The Contractor shall submit an invoice for each clearing event consistent with contract line items (CLINs). Invoices shall be submitted to the COR via email. The contractor shall ensure that the following are included on the invoice:

Contract # Invoice # Date of Invoice Company Name and Address Invoiced Line Item(s) must match the Contract Line Item(s)

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25.0 Figures

Figure 1. Overall Eagle Island DMPF - Revised to Include the East Exterior Toe Berm on Cell 1

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Figure 2. Cell 1 Mowing Limits - Revised to Include the East Exterior Toe Berm on Cell 1

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Figure 3. Cell 2 Mowing Limits

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Figure 4. Cell 3 Mowing Limits

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Figure 5. Existing Conditions, Exterior Toe Berm and Step-in Construction On-going

Please note the figure is not to scale and the number of steps and benches may vary be location.

Figure 6. Existing Conditions, No Exterior Toe Berm and Step-in Construction On-going

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Figure 7. Existing Conditions, Exterior Toe Berm and Completed Step-In

Figure 8. Existing Conditions, No Exterior Toe Berm and Completed Step-In

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Figure 9. Cross Dikes

Please note the figure is not to scale.

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26.0 Attachments

Attachment 1. ENG Form 6293 (AUG 2023) Accident Prevention Plan (APP) Worksheet Attachment 2. SAW Form 51 (MAR 2023) Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) Attachment 3. SAW Form 4 Safety Meeting Minutes Report Attachment 4. ENG Form 3394 (JUL 2021) Mishap Notification and Investigation Attachment 5. Monthly Record of Work-Related Injuries/Illnesses & Exposure

27.0 Reference Drawings

Cell 1: Eagle Island Confined Disposal Facility Improvements for Cell 1 (award date 20

MAY 2021)

Cell 2: FY19 Eagle Island Confined Disposal Area Improvements (award date 24

September 2019)

Cell 3: Eagle Island Cell 3 (issued date: June 2022)

Attachment 1. ENG Form 6293 (AUG 2023) Accident Prevention Plan (APP) Worksheet

See file: ATT_1_Eng_Form_6293_2023Aug31.pdf

Attachment 2. SAW Form 51 (MAR 2023) Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA)

See file: ATT_2_051 SAW Form 51 MAR 2023.pdf

Attachment 3. SAW Form 4 Safety Meeting Minutes Report

See file: ATT_3_Eng_Form_3394_2021Jul.pdf

Attachment 4. ENG Form 3394 (JUL 2021) Mishap Notification and Investigation

See file: ATT_4_Eng_Form_3394_2021Jul.pdf

Attachment 5. Monthly Record of Work-Related Injuries/Illnesses & Exposure

See file: ATT_5_Contractor Monthly Record of Accidents and Exposure Hours.pdf