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Solicitation number: W912QR22D0028
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SEE ADDENDUM

(No Collect Calls)

W912QR22Q0064 26-May-2022

b. TELEPHONE NUMBER

502.315.7409

8. OFFER DUE DATE/LOCAL TIME

10:00 AM 01 Aug 2022

5. SOLICITATION NUMBER 6. SOLICITATION ISSUE DATE

AUTHORIZED FOR LOCAL REPRODUCTION

PREVIOUS EDITION IS NOT USABLE

STANDARD FORM 1449 (REV. 2/2012)

Prescribed by GSA – FAR (48 CFR) 53.212

(TYPE OR PRINT)

(SIGNATURE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER)

ADDENDA ARE

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

23.

CODE 10. THIS ACQUISITION IS

SUCH ADDRESS IN OFFER

17b. CHECK IF REMITTANCE IS DIFFERENT AND PUT

BELOW IS CHECKED

TELEPHONE NO.

W912QR9. ISSUED BY

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

W912QR22D0028 16-Aug-2022

7. FOR SOLICITATION

INFORMATION CALL:

a. NAME

JOEL HUBERMAN

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

(TYPE OR PRINT)

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

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

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

25. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA

1. REQUISITION NUMBER

20.

ADDITIONAL SHEETS SUBJECT TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS SPECIFIED.

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

SOLICITATION/CONTRACT/ORDER FOR COMMERCIAL ITEMS

ARE NOT ATTACHED

27b. CONTRACT/PURCHASE ORDER INCORPORATES BY REFERENCE FAR 52.212-4. FAR 52.212-5 IS ATTACHED. ADDENDA ARE ARE NOT ATTACHED

RICHARD VANDELINDE / Added by UPASS

$8,230.00

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

SET FORTH HEREIN, IS ACCEPTED AS TO ITEMS: SEE SCHEDULE

.29-Jul-2022 YOUR OFFER ON SOLICITATION

28. CONTRACTOR IS REQUIRED TO SIGN THIS DOCUMENT AND RETURN Contractor's Quote

% FOR:SET ASIDE:UNRESTRICTED OR X

SMALL BUSINESSX

17a.CONTRACTOR/ CODE 885R8 FACILITY

OFFEROR CODE

U. S. ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT, LOUISVILLE

600 DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. PLACE

ROOM 821

LOUISVILLE KY 40202-2239

INTEGRATED SERVICES INC. OF KY

611 WATTERSON WAY

LOUISVILLE KY 40243-2710

USACE FINANCE CENTER (UFC)

5722 INTEGRITY DRIVE

MILLINGTON TN 38054-5005

18a. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY CODE 964145

RATED ORDER UNDER

DPAS (15 CFR 700)

13a. THIS CONTRACT IS A

13b. RATING

CODE

SEE ITEM 9

15. DELIVER TO CODE 964844 16. ADMINISTERED BY

12. DISCOUNT TERMS11. DELIVERY FOR FOB DESTINA-

TION UNLESS BLOCK IS

MARKED

SEE SCHEDULE

14. METHOD OF SOLICITATION

RFQ IFB RFPX

MCALPINE L&D

805 NORTH 27 ST

LOUISVILLE KY 40212-1050

502.315.6195 OR 6193FAX:

TEL: 502.315.6172 SERVICE-DISABLED

VETERAN-OWNED

SMALL BUSINESS

8(A)

HUBZONE SMALL

BUSINESS

SIZE STANDARD:

$8,000,000

NAICS:

561730

OFFER DATED

29. AWARD OF CONTRACT: REF.

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

COPIES TO ISSUING OFFICE. CONTRACTOR AGREES TO FURNISH AND

EMAIL: Richard.VanDeLindeIii@usace.army.mil

502.315.6723TEL:

31c. DATE SIGNED

16-Aug-2022

SEE SCHEDULE

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

24.22.21.19.

WOMEN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESS (WOSB)

ELIGIBLE UNDER THE WOMEN-OWNED

SMALL BUSINESS PROGRAM

EDWOSB

32g. E-MAIL OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVE

SOLICITATION/CONTRACT/ORDER FOR COMMERCIAL ITEMS

(CONTINUED)

PAGE 2 OF80

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

32a. QUANTITY IN COLUMN 21 HAS BEEN

RECEIVED INSPECTED

32b. SIGNATURE OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT

REPRESENTATIVE

32c. DATE 32d. PRINTED NAME AND TITLE OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT

REPRESENTATIVE

32e. MAILING ADDRESS OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVE 32f . TELEPHONE NUMBER OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVE

37. CHECK NUMBER

FINALPARTIALCOMPLETE

36. PAYMENT35. AMOUNT VERIFIED

CORRECT FOR

34. VOUCHER NUMBER

FINAL

33. SHIP NUMBER

PARTIAL

38. S/R ACCOUNT NUMBER 39. S/R VOUCHER NUMBER 40. PAID BY

41a. I CERTIFY THIS ACCOUNT IS CORRECT AND PROPER FOR PAYMENT

41b. SIGNATURE AND TITLE OF CERTIFYING OFFICER 41c. DATE

42a. RECEIVED BY (Print)

42b. RECEIVED AT (Location)

42c. DATE REC'D (YY/MM/DD) 42d. TOTAL CONTAINERS

STANDARD FORM 1449 (REV. 2/2012) BACK

Prescribed by GSA – FAR (48 CFR) 53.212

AUTHORIZED FOR LOCAL REPRODUCTION

PREVIOUS EDITION IS NOT USABLE

SEE SCHEDULE

20.

SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/ SERVICES

21.

QUANTITY UNIT

22. 23.

UNIT PRICE

24.

AMOUNT

19.

ITEM NO.

PRICE BREAKOUT SCHEDULE

MCALPINE LOCKS AND DAM LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY HERBICIDE SPRAYING

BASE YEAR-CALENDAR YEAR 2022- DATE OF AW ARD TO 31 DECEMBER 2022

Base YEAR: Contract Award through 31 December 2022 The following Line Item Numbers (0001-0007) are for the Base Year, date of Award through 31 December 2022

ITEM ITEM UNIT APPROXIMATE COST PER QTY TOTAL

NO. DESCRIPTION COST ACRES SPRAYING

PER

ACRE

0001 Fence Lines, Boat $195,?4

4.2 $ iao- 2 $ l l�4D -Dock, Transformer EA.

Pad, Rip Rap ditches, Boat Ramp, bank below Shippingport discharge warning signs

0002 Vandyke Island, $J} ?. 5-.f 2.0 $ 4115 - 2 $ ?,10-shoreline around EA.

upper end of Shippingport Island and Sand Island warning Sign

0003 Center area between $ 73. 3_9 12.4 $910- 2 $ Li&o-lock chambers; EA.

North (riverward) lock wall; South (landward) lock wal4

0004 Spot Spray $qisJ 3.5 $ 3'-l�- 2 $ &9o- Maintenance EA.

compound, Visitor Center

0005 Spray area inside �Jlv v1-

.3 $ 3�5"- 2 $ �30-fence of Engineering EA.

building

0006 Established $5'9. 1:i.

10.8 $ {.pl/� - 2 $ l 1 :)9 OPollinator Areas EA.

0007 Future Pollinator $ r;5�

9.1 $ 595-

2 $ l, 190-Areas EA.

TOTAL $ � :i :2-.n-

Section SF 1449 - CONTINUATION SHEET

W912QR22D0028

OPTION YEAR ONE-CALENDAR YEAR 2023-01 JANUARY 2023 TO 31 DECEMBER 2023

The following Line Item Numbers (0008-0014) are for Option Year One, 01 January 2023 through 31 December 2023

ITEM ITEM UNIT APPROXIMATE COST PER QTY TOTAL

NO. DESCRIPTION COST ACRES SPRAYING

PER

ACRE

0008 Fence Lines, Boat $/9t/� 4.1 $ '5JO •� 2 $ / (p </() -Dock, Transformer EA. I

Pad, Rip Rap ditches, Boat Ramp, bank below Shippingport discharge warning signs

0009 Vandyke Island, $JI 1 -'..::- 2.0 $ 3/3S- 2 $�7() -shoreline around EA.

upper end of Shippingport Island and Sand Island warning Sign

0010 Center area between $ 73.5'1 12.4 $9;o- 2 $ /f:;Jo-lock chambers; EA. , North (riverward) lock wall; South (landward) lock wal4

0011 Spot Spray $ Cjg s..2 3.5 $ 3c;s- 2 $�90-Maintenance EA.

compound, Visitor Center

0012 Spray area inside $)))� '!t .3 $Jt,s - 2 $ 130-fence of Engineering EA.

building

0013 Established $59 7J. 10.8 $u,(j.5 2 $/ )90 -- Pollinator Areas EA.

0014 Future Pollinator $6S ij 9.1 $ 595- 2 $ 11

/90- Areas EA.

TOTAL $ ¥;)30-

ITEM ITEM UNIT APPROXIMATE COST PER QTY TOTAL

NO. DESCRIPTION COST ACRES SPRAYING

PER

ACRE

0015 Fence Lines, Boat $ ;qs;, i 4.1 $�Jo- 2 $ !&<la-

Dock, Transformer EA. I

Pad, Rip Rap ditches, Boat Ramp, bank below Shippingport discharge warning signs

0016 Vandyke Island, $;;;759. 2.0 $ Lj3.:;- - 2 $�'70-shoreline around EA.

upper end of Shippingport Island and Sand Island warning Sign

0017 Center area between $75 J_!

12.4 $CjJ()- 2 $;'}:20-lock chambers; EA. I

North (riverward) lock wall; South (landward) lock wal4

0018 Spot Spray �i.5-1 3.5 $ 3 (/S- 2 $ (p10- Maintenance EA.

compound, Visitor Center

0019 Spray area inside $/)Jt,,i f .3 $ 3is- 2 $130-fence of Engineering EA.

building

0020 Established $57, 7) 10.8 $ i C/S 2 $/)90-

Pollinator Areas EA.

0021 Future Pollinator $�53...f

9.1 $ 575 2 $1190-Areas EA.

TOTAL $ 5';;)30-

W912QR22D0028

OPTION YEAR TWO-CALENDAR YEAR 2024-01 JANUARY 2024 TO 31 DECEMBER 2024

The following Line Item Numbers (0015-0021) are for Option Year Two, 01 January 2024 through 31

December 2024

OPTION YEAR THREE-CALENDAR YEAR 2025-01 JANUARY 2025 TO 31 DECEMBER 2025

The following Line Item Numbers (0022-0028) are for Option Year Three, 01 January 2025 through 31 December 2025

ITEM ITEM

NO. DESCRIPTION

0022 Fence Lines, Boat Dock, Transformer Pad, Rip Rap ditches, Boat Ramp, bank below Shippingport discharge warning signs

0023 Vandyke Island, shoreline around upper end of Shippingport Island and Sand Island warning Sign

0024 Center area between lock chambers;

North (riverward) lock wall; South (landward) lock wal4

0025 Spot Spray Maintenance compound, Visitor Center

0026 Spray area inside fence of Engineering building

0027 Established Pollinator Areas

0028 Future Pollinator Areas

UNIT

COST

PER

ACRE

$ ;95:J.!:, �,7so

$73, 3J

$q ��.2-

$59 7J

$ {;53,Y

APPROXIMATE COST PER QTY TOTAL

ACRES SPRAYING

4.1 $ � ;JO -

2 $ lu 'lo-EA. ,

2.0 $ t.../3� - 2 $?rzo-EA.

12.4 $ 9 /0 - 2 $/�,;}0-EA.

3.5 $31./S" - 2 $ l, 5D-

EA.

.3 $ 3l,.5'-

2 $ 1so-EA.

10.8 $ fR '-/ ::,- 2 $

EA. I ).qo

9.1 $ 59s- 2 $ I I 'lo

EA.

TOTAL $ 2S d�o-

ITEM ITEM UNIT APPROXIMATE COST PER QTY TOTAL

NO. DESCRIPTION COST ACRES SPRAYING

PER

ACRE

0029 Fence Lines, Boat $ !9S ;;'I

4.1 $ 5)Jo- 2 $ /&c/o-

Dock, Transformer EA.

Pad, Rip Rap ditches, Boat Ramp, bank below Shippingport discharge warning signs

0030 Vandyke Island, �;7J3

2.0 $43:;-- 2 $ �70-shoreline around EA.

upper end of Shippingport Island and Sand Island warning Sign

0031 Center area between $'}3 � 12.4 $q;a- 2 $/�).0-lock chambers; EA.

North (riverward) lock wall; South (landward) lock wal4

0032 Spot Spray $qgs] 3.5 $3'/S- 2 $ I.P 9o·- Maintenance EA.

compound, Visitor Center

0033 Spray area inside $/;) I &,r,!I .3 $ 2 $

f) 30-fence of Engineering 31P) EA.

building 0034 Established $5'1 •.? 10.8 $ � c;:;

- 2 $ /;;)-90-Pollinator Areas EA. I

0035 Future Pollinator $0S'g 9.1 $ 5'1S - 2 $ //9{)

Areas EA.

TOTAL $ 3 ;)..3o-

GRAND TOT AL BASE YEAR PLUS ALL OPTION YEARS

W912QR22D0028

OPTION YEAR FOUR-CALENDAR YEAR 2026-01 JANUARY 2026 TO 31 DECEMBER 2026

The following Line Item Numbers (0029-0035) are for Option Year Four, 01 January 2026 through 31 December 2026

ITEM NO SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

0001 1 Job $8,230.00 $8,230.00

McAlpine L&D Herbicide Application

FFP

The Contractor shall furnish all necessary management, personnel, materials, supplies, tools, equipment, fuel, and vehicles, except as otherwise provided herein, required to perform herbicide application services at the McAlpine Locks & Dam Project, as specified and in strict accordance with all Terms, Conditions, General, Specific and Technical Provisions, Drawings, Attachments, Exhibits, etc., contained herein or incorporated by reference in accordance with the Performance Work Statement, Price Breakout Schedule, and the Contractor's quote dated 29 July 2022.

The minimum guarantee will be de-obligated without a modification to the contract once the dollar value has been surpassed via Task Order.

Period of Performance shall be from the date of award to 31 December 2022.

Wage Determination No. 2015-4717, Revision No.21, dated 27 June 2022, is hereby incorporated and must be adhered to.

FOB: Destination

PSC CD: S208

NET AMT $8,230.00

ITEM NO SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

0002 1 Job $8,230.00 $8,230.00 OPTION McAlpine Herbidide Option Year One

FFP

Period of Performance shall be from 01 January 2023 to 31 December 2023.

FOB: Destination

0003 1 Job $8,230.00 $8,230.00 OPTION McAlpine Herbidide Option Year Two

FFP

Period of Performance shall be from 01 January 2024 to 31 December 2024.

0004 1 Job $8,230.00 $8,230.00 OPTION McAlpine Herbidide Option Year Three

FFP

Period of Performance shall be from 01 January 2025 to 31 December 2025.

0005 1 Job $8,230.00 $8,230.00 OPTION McAlpine Herbidide Option Year Four

FFP

Period of Performance shall be from 01 January 2026 to 31 December 2026.

CONTRACT MINIMUM/MAXIMUM QUANTITY AND CONTRACT VALUE

The minimum quantity and contract value for all orders issued against this contract shall not be less than the minimum quantity and contract value stated in the following table. The maximum quantity and contract value for all orders issued against this contract shall not exceed the maximum quantity and contract value stated in the following table.

MINIMUM

QUANTITY

MINIMUM

AMOUNT

MAXIMUM

QUANTITY

MAXIMUM

AMOUNT

1,230.64 $1,230.64 41,150.00 $41,150.00

DELIVERY/TASK ORDER MINIMUM/MAXIMUM QUANTITY AND ORDER VALUE

The minimum quantity and order value for each Delivery/Task Order issued shall not be less than the minimum quantity and order value stated in the following table. The maximum quantity and order value for each Delivery/Task Order issued shall not exceed the maximum quantity and order value stated in the following table.

MINIMUM

QUANTITY

MINIMUM

AMOUNT

MAXIMUM

QUANTITY

MAXIMUM

AMOUNT

1,230.64 $1,230.64 41,150.00 $41,150.00

DELIVERY INFORMATION

CLIN DELIVERY DATE QUANTITY SHIP TO ADDRESS DODAAC /

CAGE

0001 31-DEC-2022 1 MCALPINE L&D

805 NORTH 27 ST

LOUISVILLE KY 40212-1050

964844

0002 POP 01-JAN-2023 TO

31-DEC-2023

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

0003 POP 01-JAN-2024 TO

31-DEC-2024

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

0004 POP 01-JAN-2025 TO

31-DEC-2025

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

0005 POP 01-JAN-2026 TO

31-DEC-2026

N/A (SAME AS PREVIOUS LOCATION)

SCOPE OF WORK

MCALPINE LOCK AND DAM

HERBICIDE APPLICATION CONTRACT

SECTION C-1

GENERAL

C-1.1 PROJECT INFORMATION

C-1.2 PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

C-1.3 TASK ORDERS

C-1.4 VETERANS EMPLOYMENT EMPHASIS FOR U.S. ARMY CORPS OF

ENGINEERS CONTRACTS

C-1.5 WORKING HOURS

C-1.6 CONTRACTOR SUBMITTALS

C-1.7 PERMITS AND LICENSES

C-1.8 IDENTIFICATION OF CONTRACTOR EMPLOYEES AND VEHICLES

C-1.9 SAFETY AND SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

C-1.10 ACCIDENT REPORTING

C-1.11 C-1.12

DAMAGE REPORTS

CONTRACTOR EMPLOYEES’ CONDUCT AND COMPETENTCY

C-1.13 DAMAGE OR LOSS OF CONTRACTORS SUPPLIES AND PROPERTY

C-1.14 SUPERVISION

C-1.15 ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAM

C-1.16 CONTRACTOR DISCREPANCY REPORT (CDR)

C-1.17 MEETINGS

C-1.18 QUALITY CONTROL

C-1.19 QUALITY ASSURANCE

C-1.20 DEFICIENCIES

C-1.21 INTERRUPTIONS TO SYSTEMS

C-1.22 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

C-1.23 CONTRACTOR FURNISHED ITEMS

C-1.24 SAFEGUARDING GOVERNMENT PROPERTY

C-1.25 NOTIFICATION OF SERVICE TO BE DONE

C-1.26 MINIMUM MANPOWER REQUIREMENTS

C-1.27 MINIMUM PERSONNEL QUALIFICATIONS

C-1.28 COOPERATION WITH OTHER CONTRACTORS, LESSEES, AND

VOLUNTEERS

C-1.29 REPORTS

C-1.30 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

C-1.31 DEFINITIONS

SECTIONS C-2 through C-9 not used.

SECTION C-10

HERBICIDE APPLICATION SERVICES

C-10.1 HERBICIDE SPRAYING GENERAL INFORMATION

C-10.2 INVENTORY OF SITES FOR HERBICIDE SPRAYING

C-10.3 SPECIAL HERBICIDE SPRAYING RESTRICTIONS

C-10.4 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS OF HERBICIDE SPRAYING SERVICES

C-10.5 ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION

SECTION C-1

GENERAL

C-1.1 Project Information. The McAlpine Locks & Dam Project Office is located at 805 N. 27th Street, Louisville, KY 40212.

C-1.1.1 Government Technical Point of Contact (TPOC). The following individuals will be designated as the Government TPOC for this contract:

Gary Chambers Project Office: 805 N. 27 Street Louisville, KY 40212 Phone: (502) 774-3514

The Government TPOCs are authorized by the Contracting Officer to approve monthly invoices for payment and issue instructions to the Contractor effecting or directing the performance of the services specified in the task order. The Government TPOCs and their designee(s) are also authorized to perform surveillance of work in progress and inspect completed work to determine compliance with the contractual requirements. The Government TPOC’s are not authorized to approve any contractual documents or make any commitments or changes that will affect price, quality, quantity, delivery, or any other term or condition of the contract.

C-1.1.2 Site Visit. A site inspection by the offeror prior to the quote submission is strongly recommended.

The contractor is encouraged to visit the site to determine the type of equipment most suited for the work. All acreage amounts are estimated and offerors should inspect the site for specific areas and special conditions.

Appointments for site inspections should be made Gary Chambers at (502) 774-3514.

C-1.2 Scope of Work. The Contractor shall furnish all necessary management, personnel, materials, supplies, tools, equipment, fuel, and vehicles, except as otherwise provided herein, required to perform herbicide application services at the McAlpine Locks & Dam Project, as specified and in strict accordance with all Terms, Conditions, General, Specific and Technical Provisions, Drawings, Attachments, Exhibits, etc., contained herein or incorporated by reference. The Contractor’s work and responsibility shall include all planning, programming, administration, management, supervision, communications and inspection necessary to assure that all services are conducted in accordance with the contract requirements and all applicable Federal, State and local laws and regulations. The Contractor is required to attend a pre-performance meeting to be scheduled by the Technical Point of Contact (TPOC).

C-1.3 Task Orders. All performance under this contract will be ordered by issuance of individual Task Orders (DD Form 1155 or 1449). No performance shall be performed under this contract before an individual Task Order has been issued by the Contracting Officer (KO). Only the KO, by issuance of a modification, may make any change to a Task Order. The Task Order will list those items from the bid schedule that are to be performed or used to be performed.

For the Base period, the Government hereby obligates itself to obtain not less than 4% of total Base Contract Value in services. Option Years 1 - 4 will be for time extensions only.

C-1.4. Veterans Employment emphasis for U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Contracts. In addition to complying with the requirements outlined in FAR Part 22.13, FAR Clause 52.222-35, FAR Clause 52.222-37, DFARS 222.13 and Department of Labor regulations, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) contractors and subcontractors at all tiers are encouraged to promote the training and employment of U.S. veterans while performing under a USACE contract. While no set-aside, evaluation preference, or incentive applies to the solicitation or performance under the resultant contract, USACE contractors are encouraged to seek out highly qualified veterans to perform services under this contract.

The following resources are available to assist USACE contractors in their outreach efforts:

U.S. Department of Labor Veterans employment: www.vets.gov/ Federal veteran employment information: www.fedshirevets.gov/index.aspx Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (VETS): http://www.dol.gov/vets/ Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) Program: http://benefits.va.gov/vow/ U.S. Army Warrior Transition Command Employment Index: wtc.army.mil/modules/employers/index.html Hiring Our Heroes initiative: www.uschamberfoundation.org/hiring-our-heroes

C-1.5 Working Hours.

a. Normal Working Hours. Normal working hours, except as otherwise specified herein, shall be Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m, Eastern Time. Performance inside Government buildings or other secured areas shall be performed during the above referenced work hours. Work that interferes with other ongoing functions at the project shall be scheduled around normal working hours, as specified by the

TPOC.

b. Holiday Work. The eleven Federal holidays observed are:

New Year's Day (January 1st) Martin Luther King Day (3rd Monday in January) President's Day (3rd Monday in February) Memorial Day (Last Monday in May) Junteenth (June 19th) Independence Day (July 4th) Labor Day (1st Monday in September) Columbus Day (2nd Monday in October) Veterans Day (November 11th) Thanksgiving Day (4th Thursday in November) Christmas Day (December 25th)

When one of the above designated holidays falls on a Sunday, the following Monday is observed as a legal holiday. When a legal holiday falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is observed as a holiday. Services shall be scheduled around the above listed Federal holidays except as specified herein.

c. Inclement Weather. Spraying will not occur when wind or inclement weather prevents spraying per industry standards.

C-1.6 Contractor Submittals. Unless otherwise specified, the Contractor shall submit the following information to the TPOC prior to the pre-performance conference for this contract:

a. Quality Control Plan. A suggested outline for the Contractor's Quality Control Plan is in Exhibit D below.

b. Contractor Quality Control Inspector. List of Quality Control Inspector(s).

c. Contractor Representatives. List of names of Contractor Representative(s).

d. Accident Prevention Plan (APP). A suggested outline for the Contractor’s Accident Prevention Plan Appendix A of EM 385-1-1 See Section C-1.9 for APP requirements is in Exhibit E.

e. Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA). An AHA will be submitted for each task performed.

f. Emergency Contacts. A prioritized list, including phone numbers, of those persons (normally Contractor Representatives) to call in case of emergencies.

g. Certification of employees qualified to administer First Aid and CPR.

h. Operators. A list of names of qualified equipment/vehicle operators, including experience, training and qualification to operate specific equipment.

i. Application Plan. The contractor shall submit an electronic copy of an application plan. This plan shall outline at a minimum the types of herbicides, areas to be treated, application rates, hyperlinks to SDSs and labels for each chemical to be used, scanned copies of applicator licenses, and a spill and contamination action plan. Additionally, the contractor shall certify in writing that all employees engaged in handling, mixing and spraying herbicides have read the SDSs and that personal protective equipment as specified by the SDSs will be provided to and worn by these persons. Further, one hard copy of the approved plan shall be provided that will include a signed statement by the contractor that said plan complies with all state, local and federal regulations. This plan shall be submitted for review and approval within 10 working days prior to the desired start of work. The Government reserves the right to deny use of any herbicide when a safer herbicide is available. Government acceptance of this plan in no way relieves the contractor of any liability for compliance with all Federal, State and/or local regulations, should there be omissions/errors within said plan. In addition, a pesticide application record will be completed on site and given to the TPOC within 12 hours of herbicide application.

j. Certificate of Insurance

l. Security Requirements – See Section C-1.9.h

m. Certification for Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS)

C-1.7 Permits and Licenses. The Contractor shall, at his own expense, obtain any licenses or permits required to perform all aspects, requirements, and work under this contract. The Contractor shall comply with all current Federal, State, and local laws and regulations and shall comply with any subsequent changes. All persons applying herbicide must have a Kentucky State herbicide applicators licenses.

C-1.8 Identification of Contract Employees and Vehicles. All Contractor employees shall be in good appearance while performing services. Employees must wear long pants, shirt with no vulgar or obscene graphics with at least sleeves equivalent of a t-shirt, and durable safety toe shoes. Contractor name shall be visible on shirts. Vehicles and any motorized equipment utilized for transportation shall be in good operating condition with no display of items such as stickers, flags, or etc. Vehicles shall be maintained in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and display contractor name.

C-1.9 Safety and Security Requirements.

a. General. If the Contractor fails or refuses to promptly comply with safety and security requirements as specified herein, the TPOC or any other project employee may stop all or part of the performance until satisfactory corrective action has been taken. No part of the time lost due to any such work stoppage shall be made subject to any claims for extension of time or for excess costs or damages sustained by the Contractor. Also, the Contractor will not be paid for performance not performed as a result of the stop order. The Contractor shall comply with the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA), the Corps of Engineers Manual, EM 385-1-1 https://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/Publications/EngineerManuals/EM_385-1-1.pdf and as otherwise stated herein.

b. Accident Prevention Plan (APP). The Contractor shall prepare an Accident Prevention Plan to ensure that requirements of the safety program are provided as specified. This plan must be accepted by the TPOC prior to commencement of any services. One copy of the Accident Prevention Plan shall be provided to the TPOC one week prior to the pre-service conference. The Accident Prevention Plan must be in the outline and form prescribed in Appendix A of EM 385-1-1 (See Appendix E).

c. Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA).

1) The Contractor shall use Activity Hazard Analyses (AHA’s) as one of many tools to insure safe performance of services. It is the Contractor’s responsibility to prepare the AHA. Sample AHA’s may be available at the project office for review and use by the Contractor to assist in the development of site specific Activity Hazard Analyses prior to the Contractor performing the service. The Contractor is encouraged to revise or add to these sample AHA’s as necessary to address changing conditions. Prior to performing services with inherent hazards, the Contractor shall review, at a “Tool Box” safety meeting, the approved AHA’s with those employees who shall perform that service each time the service is ordered. The Government may request advanced notification of the time and date of the above AHA Tool Box safety meeting for Contractor employees so that the Government may attend such reviews.

2) The Government will require the Contractor to prepare an AHA for any services for which an adequate

AHA does not already exist. A copy of this AHA shall be submitted to the TPOC and must be accepted before the Contractor starts the service. This copy of the AHA will become the property of the Government. Guidance is included, which shall be used by the Contractor as a guide for the preparation of required AHA's.

d. Public Safety. The Contractor shall ensure that reasonable precautions are taken to protect the public at all times where services are being performed. The Contractor shall immediately report to the TPOC any potential hazards found by his employees on the project. The Accident Prevention Plan shall include procedures to be taken to provide for public safety. Additionally, the Contractor shall not allow any persons, except employees, into areas that are not otherwise open to the public; nor shall the Contractor transport in Contractor vehicles any persons, except employees, during times the Contractor is on the project performing services under this contract.

e. Personal Protective Apparel and Equipment. Protective apparel and equipment, as identified in the AHA, shall be provided to eliminate or minimize hazards to personnel. As a minimum, each employee shall wear a short-sleeved shirt, long trousers, and appropriate footwear during all contract service. Face shields, spectacles with side-shields, or goggles, gloves and hearing protection shall be worn by employees when required by safety manual. Contractor personnel involved in handling or application of pesticides or herbicides shall use all protective apparel per manufacturer's recommendations. Fire extinguisher(s) and first aid kit(s) meeting the Safety Manual standards shall also be provided and easily accessible to all employees.

f. Contractor Employees Certified in First Aid & CPR. The Contractor shall schedule employees so the appropriate numbers of certified personnel are on duty to administer First Aid and CPR as required by the Safety Manual. Copies of their certification shall be provided in accordance with regulations. Two people per crew shall be trained in First Aid and CPR. Individuals performing services alone shall be trained in First Aid.

g. Hazard Communication Program. The Contractor shall be responsible for implementing a hazard communication program for Contractor employees, as required by the Safety Manual. The Contractor shall provide Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for review by the TPOC prior to use of any hazardous substance on the project and provide a plan for the proper handling, transportation, storage and usage of hazardous substances on the project.

h. Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS). The Contractor shall provide certification from a Registered Professional Engineer, or from the manufacturer of the tractor or riding mower to demonstrate that ROPS comply with applicable SAE recommended practices or an approved OSHA program, as required by the Safety Manual. In lieu of the certification, the Contractor may provide a written statement that contains the following information that is permanently affixed to the ROPS: Manufacturer’s or fabricator’s name and address; ROPS model number, if any; and Machine make, model or series number that the structure is designed to fit.

A summary of ROPS requirements are as follows, however, EM 385-1-1 governs requirements:

1. Rollover protective structures shall be installed on all riding lawn mowers and tractors, regardless of size, which are to be operated on 5 horizontal to 1 vertical, or steeper, slopes. There are spraying areas within this contract that will require the use of ROPS if sprayed with riding equipment. The Contractor shall determine that riding mowers and tractors, intended for operation on slopes have sufficient wheelbase and weight to resist overturning because of the ROPS.

2. Rollover protective structures shall also be installed on all riding mowers and tractors that are rated at 20 drawbar horsepower or greater. RPOS are required for such equipment regardless of the terrain upon which it will be operated.

3. Seat belts. Seat belts are required on all riding lawn mowers and tractors on which ROPS are installed.

i. Required Security Training and Planning

1) 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 TPOC within 5 calendars after completion of training by all employees and subcontractor personnel. AT Level I awareness training is available at the following website:

http://jten.mil.courses/atl1/launch.html; or it can be provide by the RA ATO in presentation form which will be documented via memorandum.

2) Access, General Protection, and 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.

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

Contractor and all associated sub-contractor’s 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/AR190-13), 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 OONUS locations, in accordance with status of forces agreements and other theater regulations.

4) Suspicious Activity Reporting Training (e.g. iWATCH, CorpsWatch, or See Something, Say Something) 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 TPOC NLT 5 calendar days after the completion of the training.

5) For Contracts that Require OPSEC Training. All new contractor employees will complete Level I OPSEC Training within 30 calendar days of their reporting for duty. Additionally, all contractor employees must complete annual OPSEC awareness training. The contractor shall submit certificates of completion for each affected contractor and subcontractor employee to the TPOC within 5 calendar days after completion of training. OPSEC awareness training is available at the following websites:

Https://www.iad.gov/ioss/ or http://www.cdse.edu/catalog/operations-security.html; or it can be provided by the RA OPSEC Officer in presentation form which will be documented via memorandum.

6) 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.

7) 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 TPOC no later than 3 business days after the initial contract award. *When contracts are with individuals, the individual will be required to complete a Form 1-9, 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.

C-1.10 Accident Reporting. The Contractor is responsible for reporting all accidents to the TPOC immediately.

Prompt action shall be taken to ensure immediate and appropriate medical treatment. The Contractor shall maintain an accurate record of any accidents in the manner and on the forms prescribed by the TPOC. For property damage accidents of $2,000 or more, the Contractor shall complete and submit to the TPOC a copy of ENG Form 3394. The Contractor shall maintain an OSHA 300 Log of On – The – Job injuries and first aid treatments. The Contractor shall also provide a monthly record of all exposure and accident experience incidental to the performance of services under the contract. This reporting requirement includes exposure and accident experience of both the Prime Contractor and any subcontractor(s). A Monthly Record of Work-Related Injuries/Illnesses & Exposure form will be available from the TPOC. The Monthly Record of Work-Related Injuries/Illnesses & Exposure report shall be provided to the TPOC by the 5th working day of the month for the previous month.

C-1.11 Damage Reports.. All instances where Government materials, supplies, property, and/or equipment are damaged shall be reported immediately to the TPOC. When the damage was caused by contract employees, a written report of the incident and extent of such damage shall be submitted to the TPOC, within 2 work days (less weekends and holidays) of occurrence. For property damage accidents of $2,000 or more the Contractor will complete and submit to the TPOC a copy of ENG 3394.

C-1.12 Contractor Employees’ Conduct and Competency. All contract employees shall conduct themselves in a proper and courteous manner at all times. Since the majority of work is performed in the presence of the general public, the conduct of all employees is critical and will be closely monitored. Contract employees shall comply with all provisions of Title 36, Chapter III, Part 327, CFR and obey all posted signs and regulations in the performance of the services under this contract. Being under the influence of or consuming alcoholic beverages or controlled substances by the Contractor or employees while on duty is prohibited.

a. Employee Dismissal. The Contractor expressly agrees to dismiss any employee or subcontractor employee whose continued employment is deemed by the TPOC to be inconsistent with the best interests of the public or the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The KO or the TPOC may require the Contractor to immediately remove from the work site any employee or subcontractor who is incompetent, endangers persons or property, or whose physical or mental condition would impair their ability to satisfactorily perform the work. Notification to the Contractor will be promptly made in writing if time and circumstances permit. Otherwise, notification will be verbal and confirmed in writing as soon as possible.

No removal shall reduce the Contractor's obligation to perform all services required under this contract nor be the basis for time extension. Immediate replacement of the employee shall be made.

C-1.13 Damage or Loss of Contractor’s Supplies and Property. The Contractor is responsible for taking the action necessary to protect Contractor supplies, materials and equipment, and the personal property of Contractor employees from loss, damage or theft. The Government assumes no responsibility for theft, damage, etc., of the above.

C-1.14 Supervision. The Contractor or a Contractor Representative shall personally supervise the work, or be readily available by phone or other means of communication to respond to any contract issue that may arise when services are in progress. The Contractor Representative(s) shall conduct overall management coordination and be the central point of contact with the Government for performance of all services under the contract.

Each Contractor Representative shall have full authority to contractually commit the Contractor for prompt action on all matters pertaining to administration of this contract and shall be the on-site Contractor employee who is responsible for safety.

In addition to Contractor Representative(s), the Contractor shall also appoint Quality Control Inspectors (QCI) who shall perform the Contractor's Quality Control Program. QCI’s shall be responsible for implementing the Contractor’s Accident Prevention Plan. All QCI'S shall have the authority to determine for the Contractor when completed services are ready for Government inspection and to make decisions for the Contractor on re-performance when necessary. A QCI shall be appointed for each crew. For services performed outside normal working hours, a Contractor Representative or QCI shall be present at the job site.

The TPOC and Government Inspectors will deal directly with the QCI’s or Contractor Representatives, for normal day-to-day administration of the contract provisions.

The names and telephone numbers of all individuals authorized to act on behalf of the Contractor as Contractor Representatives shall be submitted in writing to the TPOC before work is performed.

The Contractor shall maintain copies of contract services requirements, specifications, Activity Hazard Analysis, etc., at each job site which relate to each person's responsibilities and shall review them to ensure employees comprehension of a job prior to initiating services.

C-1.15 Environmental Program. The Contractor shall comply with Federal, State, and local laws, regulations and standards regarding environmental protection. All environmental protection matters shall be coordinated with the TPOC. Any of the facilities operated by the Contractor may be inspected by the TPOC, or other Federal, State and local officials without advance notice. Access for inspection shall be granted upon request. Citations against Government facilities operated by the Contractor for non-compliance with environmental standards are a matter for resolution between the Government and the issuing office. Payment of fines or penalty charges associated with citations issued by Federal, State or local officials will be paid by the Government.

The Contractor shall conduct all operations and maintenance activities in a manner to prevent contamination of Government land and property. The Contractor shall ensure all lubricants, petroleum products, paints, cleaning materials, or any other hazardous substances are not spilled, leaked or disposed of on Government property and are disposed of in accordance with environmental regulations. If spills or contamination occur, the Contractor shall be responsible for cleanup and any associated costs in accordance with Federal, State and Local Law. Such spills shall be reported to the TPOC immediately.

C-1.16 Contract Discrepancy Report (CDR). A CDR is a formal document used by the Government to process defects in services. As initially issued to the Contractor, the CDR describes the discrepancy or problem. The CDR will be discussed with the Contractor or his representative when it is issued. The Contractor shall provide his written response on the CDR form within 24 hours of issuance. If the 24 hours falls on the weekend or Federal Holiday, the written response shall be provided by 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time the following business day. The Contractor's response must:

a. Identify the cause and corrective action taken, and

b. Identify Contractor action to prevent recurrence.

Upon finalization of the CDR, the Contractor and the TPOC must sign the form. The Contractor will be given a copy of the completed form. Should the Contractor not concur with any decision, etc., the Contractor may so state, in writing, and request a final decision by the Contracting Officer. The Contracting Officer monitors all CDR's issued, and CDR's are the principal evidence used by the Contracting Officer in determining Government contract actions such as termination or decision not to exercise options.

C-1.17 Meetings. The Contractor is required to attend a pre-performance meeting to be scheduled by the TPOC.

The Contractor and/or the Contractor’s designated representative shall attend Performance Evaluation Meetings whenever deemed necessary by the TPOC. The TPOC will request a meeting not later than three normal workdays after a Contract Deficiency Report (CDR) is issued. Mutual effort will be made to resolve any problems identified.

Written minutes of these meetings shall be prepared by the TPOC, and signed by the TPOC and the Contractor and/or the designated Contractor representative(s). Should the Contractor not concur with any decisions, etc., contained in the minutes, the Contractor shall so state in writing, and request a final decision by the Contracting Officer.

C-1.18 Quality Control. The Contractor shall have a Quality Control program to ensure the requirements of the contract are provided as specified. The primary purpose of Quality Control is to identify and correct deficiencies in the quality of services performed before the level of performance is unacceptable.

The program shall include, but not be limited to the following:

a. An inspection system covering all the services stated in the contract specifications.

b. A method of identifying and correcting deficiencies in the quality of services performed before the level of performance is unacceptable.

c. A file of all inspections conducted by the Contractor and the corrective actions taken. These files shall be made available for inspection upon request by the TPOC.

d. A method of insuring that employees have full knowledge of performance assignments and that appropriate technical expertise is utilized with each performance assignment.

e. A method of coordinating each crew’s activities with the TPOC and/or inspector.

The Contractor may use any or all portions of this plan to prepare a plan of his own. A signed plan, including Contractor specific information, shall be provided to the TPOC, and accepted, prior to the Pre-Performance Conference. If changes to this program occur, updated copies shall be provided to the TPOC.

C-1.19 Quality Assurance. The Government will monitor the Contractor's performance in each functional area under this contract and reserves the rights to use whatever additional surveillance procedures are deemed appropriate. The Government will keep a record of all complaints received by the public concerning Contractor performance. Upon receipt of a written complaint by the public, the Government will attempt to verify the complaint and furnish the Contractor a copy of the findings. Should the Government verification reveal a nonperformance by the Contractor, a CDR may be issued.

A Government employee shall not be considered an Inspector unless he identifies himself as such to the Contractor, the Contractor Representative, or Quality Control Inspector. No Inspector is authorized to change any provision of the specifications without written authorization of the Contracting Officer nor shall the presence or absence of an inspector relieve the Contractor from any requirements of the Contract.

The Government TPOC will inform the Contractor how the Government intends to inspect the services provided, and who will be performing Quality Assurance inspections. Depending upon the type of service being inspected, the Government will use a combination of random, planned and 100% inspections to evaluate the services provided under this contract.

C-1.20 Deficencies. If the Contractor fails to perform, or if performance in any area is judged unsatisfactory by the TPOC, the Government will take corrective action. If any of the services do not conform to contract requirements, the Government may require the Contractor to perform the services again in conformity with contract requirements, at no cost to the Government. When the defect in services cannot be corrected by re-performance, or cannot be corrected in the specified time frame, the Contractor is required to respond to a CDR (See Section C-1.16).

C-1.21 Interruptions to Systems. All performance that would necessitate an interruption of the use of the project or its support systems or otherwise disrupt building occupants and/or the visiting public shall be fully coordinated and approved in advance by the TPOC. Interruptions shall be kept to an absolute minimum, and all repairs or replacements of equipment or components shall be accomplished in an expeditious and efficient manner.

C-1.22 Government Furnished Materials and Equipment.

a. Government Furnished Facilities. No facilities shall be provided by the government for work under this contract. Restroom facilities for contract employees are the responsibility of the Contractor. The Contractor may elect to use public restroom facilities, unless closed.

b. Utilities. The Government will furnish available utilities (water) to perform the specified work. At remote locations the Contractor shall supply his own utilities such as water. The Contractor shall make a dedicated effort to conserve utilities and shall comply with all Government regulations regarding energy conservation. Government furnished utilities shall be used only in the performance of services specified in this contract.

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