W912QR23Q0114.pdf

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1. SECURITY FENCE WITH GATES, STEPS & SIDEWALK, GUARDRAIL& HAZARD TREE REMOVAL PROJECT.

2150 Nolin Dam Road Mammoth Cave Kentucky, 42259.

2. Estimated Construction Cost: Betw een $100,000 and $250,000.

3. NAICS code 238990. Size determination: $45,000,000.00. Please note that business size in SAM is determined by the NAICS code. If the vendor size is not listed correctly for a particular NAICS code in SAM the business w ill be considered other than a small business

4. This project is set-aside 100% for Small Business.

5. Contractors must register and complete the representation and certif ication requirements in the System for Aw ard Management (SAM) database, available at https://sam.gov. PLEASE ensure your annual SAM registration is current. Offerors must comply w ith the requirements of 52.204-7, 52.204-8, 52.232-33, and any other epresentation and certif ication requirements in this solicitation through SAM. PLEASE NOTE:

SAM is completely f ree of charge for both registrants and users.

6. Bonds required for this project w ill be dependent upon the total aw ard amount of the Purchase Order aw arded from this Request for Quote. (See Special Instructions for additional details)

RYAN R FERRELL 502.315.6545

NOTE: In sealed bid solicitations "offer" and "offeror" mean "bid" and "bidder".

10. THE GOVERNMENT REQUIRES PERFORMANCE OF THE WORK DESCRIBED IN THESE DOCUMENTS

NEGOTIATED

05-September-2023

(RFP)

(IFB)

CALL:

B. TELEPHONE NO. (Include area code) (NO COLLECT CALLS)

See Item 7

2. TYPE OF SOLICITATION

SEALED BID

3. DATE ISSUED

9. FOR INFORMATION A. NAME

SOLICITATION

NSN 7540-01-155-3212 1442-101 STANDARD FORM 1442 (REV. 4-85)

Prescribed by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.236-1(e)

11. The Contractor shall begin performance w ithin _______14 calendar days and complete it w ithin ________120 calendar days after receiving aw ard, X notice to proceed. This performance period is X mandatory, negotiable. (See _________________________52.211-10

12 A. THE CONTRACTOR MUST FURNISH ANY REQUIRED PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT BONDS?

(If "YES," indicate within how many calendar days after award in Item 12B.)

X YES NO

13. ADDITIONAL SOLICITATION REQUIREMENTS:

A.

local time 12 September 2023 (date). If this is a sealed bid solicitation, offers must be publicly opened at that time.

shall be marked to show the offeror's name and address, the solicitation number, and the date and time of fers are due.

B. An offer guarantee is, X is not required.

C. All offers are subject to the (1) w ork requirements, and (2) other provisions and clauses incorporated in the solicitation in full text or by reference.

D. Offers providing less than _______60 calendar days for Government acceptance after the date offers are due w ill not be considered and w ill be rejected.

SOLICITATION, OFFER,

AND AWARD

(Construction, Alteration, or Repair)

1. SOLICITATION NO.

IMPORTANT - The "offer" section on the reverse must be fully completed by offeror.

4. CONTRACT NO.

7. ISSUED BY CODE

U. S. ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT, LOUISVILLE

600 DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. PLACE

ROOM 821

LOUISVILLE KY 40202-2239

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Sealed offers in original and ____1______ copies to perform the w ork required are due at the place specif ied in Item 8 by 3:00PM (hour)

Sealed envelopes containing offers

5. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUEST NO. 6. PROJECT NO.

8. ADDRESS OFFER TO (If Other Than Item 7)

FAX:TEL: 502.315.7494 TEL: FAX:

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NSN 7540-01-155-3212

SOLICITATION, OFFER, AND AWARD (Continued) (Construction, Alteration, or Repair)

CODE FACILITY CODE

17. The offeror agrees to perform the w ork required at the prices specif ied below in strict accordance w ith the terms of this solicitation, if this offer is accepted by the Government in w riting w ithin ________ calendar days after the date offers are due.

the minimum requirements stated in Item 13D. Failure to insert any number means the offeror accepts the minimum in Item 13D.)

AMOUNTS SEE SCHEDULE OF PRICES

18. The offeror agrees to furnish any required performance and payment bonds.

19. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF AMENDMENTS

(The offeror acknowledges receipt of amendments to the solicitation -- give number and date of each)

AMENDMENT NO.

DATE

20A. NAME AND TITLE OF PERSON AUTHORIZED TO SIGN

OFFER (Type or print)

AWARD (To be completed by Government)

21. ITEMS ACCEPTED:

22. AMOUNT 23. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA

24. SUBMIT INVOICES TO ADDRESS SHOWN IN ITEM

(4 copies unless otherwise specified)

CODE

(Insert any number equal to or greater than

20C. OFFER DATE

25. OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION PURSUANT TO

10 U.S.C. 2304(c) 41 U.S.C. 253(c)

CODE27. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY:26. ADMINISTERED BY

(Include ZIP Code)14. NAME AND ADDRESS OF OFFEROR 15. TELEPHONE NO. (Include area code)

See Item 14

(Include only if different than Item 14)16. REMITTANCE ADDRESS

30B. SIGNATURE

29. AWARD (Contractor is not required to sign this document.)

document and return _______ copies to issuing office.) Contractor agrees Your of f er on this solicitation, is hereby accepted as to the items listed. This award con-to f urnish and deliv er all items or perf orm all work, requisitions identif ied summates the contract, which consists of (a) the Gov ernment solicitation and on this f orm and any continuation sheets f or the consideration stated in this y our of f er, and (b) this contract award. No f urther contractual document is contract. The rights and obligations of the parties to this contract shall be necessary .

gov erned by (a) this contract award, (b) the solicitation, and (c) the clauses, representations, certif ications, and specif ications or incorporated by ref er-ence in or attached to this contract.

30A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTOR OR PERSON AUTHORIZED 31A. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

30C. DATE

(Type or print)

TEL: EMAIL:

31B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 31C. AWARD DATE

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CONTRACTING OFFICER WILL COMPLETE ITEM 28 OR 29 AS APPLICABLE

(Contractor is required to sign this28. NEGOTIATED AGREEMENT

(M ust be fully completed by offeror)OFFER

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Section 00 10 00 - Solicitation

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

The contractor shall provide material, labor and equipment necessary to complete SECURITY FENCE WITH GATES, STEPS & SIDEWALK, GUARDRAIL & HAZARD TREE REMOVAL PROJECT 2150 Nolin Dam Road Mammoth Cave Kentucky, 42259. Prices should include mobilization & de-mobilization, fuel, labor, material and equipment. The contractor’s work and responsibility shall include all planning, programming, administration, management, supervision, communications and inspection necessary to assure that all work is conducted in accordance with the contract requirements and all applicable Federal, State and Local laws and regulations.

All work shall be performed in strict compliance with the attached specifications and all other terms and conditions incorporated herein. Work will begin within 14 calendar days of the Notice to Proceed (NTP) and will conclude 120 calendar days after the NTP.

One award will be made from this solicitation. The contract award will be based on Low Price. Method of payment under this contract will be Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) to a commercial bank account specified by the Contractor. Quotes will not be accepted for quantities less than the quantities specified in the price breakout schedule. Failure to submit a unit price for all items listed will be considered as a material deviation from the requirements and the Quote will be rejected.

BONDS: Bonds required for this project will be dependent upon the total award amount of the Purchase Order awarded from this Request for Quote:

For a Purchase Order equal to or less than $150,000 - In lieu of both performance and payments bonds, per 52.228-13 Alternate Payment Protections (2000) and FAR 28.102-1(b), only a Payment Bond, or Irrevocable Letter of Credit is required. A Performance Bond is not required.

"Information regarding the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers process for settling requests for equitable adjustments and duration goals to achieve definitization of equitable adjustments for change orders under construction contracts can be found by going to https://www.usace.army.mil/Business-With-Us/Partnering/ then clicking on “View FFP Contract Changes Playbook Here."

Questions for this RFQ shall be emailed to Ryan Ferrell at Ryan.R.Ferrell@usace.army.mil NLT 06 September 2023 at 3:00 PM Eastern Time. Questions received and answers to those questions will be posted in the description section of the SAM.gov contract opportunity.

Quotes for this RFQ shall be emailed to Ryan Ferrell at Ryan.R.Ferrell@usace.army.mil NLT 12 September 2023 at 3:00 PM Eastern Time.

Note: The contractor will be required to attend a pre-work conference at least one week prior to beginning work, during which time the Contractor shall supply the Technical POC with an Accident Prevention Plan (APP) and Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA), IAW EM385-1-1 covering contractor’s plan of work procedures, safety procedures, security, schedule, and equipment. This manual will be available at:

http://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/Publications/EngineerManuals/E M_385-1-1.pdf The Contractor shall supply material submittals as listed in T.P. 1.2 that will be used for this project, which must be approved by the Technical POC prior to start of work. Contractors will contact the project office for a site visit to be scheduled.

Contact Libby Watt Lead Park Ranger or Kerry Sanders Maintenance Leader to set up an appointment. The POC’s contact information is as follows: Libby Watt Lead Park Ranger, 270-286-4511 or Kerry Sanders Maintenance Leader, 270-286-4511.

PLEASE NOTE: SAM is completely free of charge for both registrants and users.

PRICE BREAKOUT SCHEDULE

Item Description Unit QTY Price Base Items 0001 670’ Security Fencing around P/L with motorized

20 ‘slide gate and two 4’ walk through gates.

Keypad with wire loop.

Job 1 $

0002 Concrete steps and landings with handrails and concrete sidewalk access from Office to Tower P/L.

Job 1 $

Base Total $

Options 0003 Removal of Hazard Trees Job 1 $

0004 Remove and Replace existing Guardrail. Job 1 $

Options Total $

Base plus Options $

Scope of Work

SECURITY FENCE WITH GATES, STEPS & SIDEWALK, GUARDRAIL & HAZARD

TREE REMOVAL PROJECT

2150 Nolin Dam Road Mammoth Cave Kentucky, 42259

Technical POC: Libby Watt Lead Park Ranger, or Kerry Sanders, Maintenance Leader Phone: 270-286-4511

TP-1.1 GENERAL.

a. Description. The contractor shall furnish tools, equipment, labor, supervision, communication, and quality control to install a new chain link security fence enclosure around a portion of the existing parking lot, pour steps and sidewalk from lower parking lot to upper lot, install handrails on steps, remove trees from slope and replace wooden guardrail with metal.

Work will take place at the US Army Corps of Engineers Project, located in Edmonson County, KY.

b. Work shall be provided in accordance with all Terms, Conditions, General, Specific and Technical Provision, Exhibits, Attachments, Maps, Drawings, etc. contained herein or incorporated by Reference. This includes all mandatory provisions of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), whether referenced or not, current at time of award.

c. Contractor Responsibility. Contractor’s work and responsibility shall include but are not limited to supply of equipment/materials, all planning, programming, administration, management, supervision, and inspection required to assure all equipment/materials are acquired and services are conducted in accordance with the contract and all applicable laws, regulations, or directives. The Contractor shall insure all work meets or exceeds specifications. The prime Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring all subcontractors comply with the provisions of this contract. All materials shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations and/or applicable building standards unless specifically stated otherwise in the specifications.

d. Performance Required. Special consideration of the Contractor is directed to the fact that the required accuracy, thoroughness, safety, and progress of this work are essential to the intended purpose. The contractor must be cognizant of the difficulties involved and of the contingencies which may arise, and must make certain that their personnel, equipment, transportation facilities and supply of materials are adequate at all times to ensure complete compliance with all provisions of these specifications. The work shall be done under professional supervision by competent employees. All contract services shall be in accordance with the submitted documents, and any additions, revisions or deletions must be approved by the Contracting Officer or his/her authorized representative.

e. Completion of Work. Completion of work shall include acceptable performance of all aspects of this contract.

f. Conditions.

1. The Corps of Engineers reserves the right to cancel all or part of the work described in this Request for Quote if costs exceed anticipated funding. Department of Labor

Wage Rates applies to this work are attached at the end of this document. The

Contractor is required to provide payroll documents for all work performed under this request.

2. Pre-Work Conference. The contractor will be required to attend a pre-work conference at least one week prior to beginning work, during which time the

Contractor shall supply the Technical POC with an Accident Prevention Plan (APP) and Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA), IAW EM385-1-1 covering contractor’s plan of work procedures, safety procedures, security, schedule, and equipment. This manual will be available at:

http://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/Publications/EngineerManuals/E

M_385-1-1.pdf The Contractor shall supply material submittals as listed in T.P. 1.2 that will be used for this project, which must be approved by the Technical POC prior to start of work.

3. Hours and Days of Work.

Work may be conducted between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. CST, Monday through Friday. No work shall be performed outside of these times, or on federal

Holidays, unless approved by the Technical POC in advance.

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) Juneteenth Day (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. Work shall be scheduled around the above listed Federal holidays except as specified herein or as approved by the POC

4. Payment Procedure/Additional Work. At no time should the contractor do additional work without prior authorization of the Contracting Officer, and no work shall be performed that will cause the Contractor to exceed the contract price. Work performed without a binding contract document authorizing such work shall result in the Contractor not being paid for that work performed. During the course of the contract, any additional work determined to be needed may be requested by the Project Manager to the Contracting Officer for a Contract Modification.

the Contractor not being paid for that work performed. During the course contract, any additional work determined to be needed may be of the requested by the Project Manager to the Contracting

Officer for a

Contract Modification.

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

5. Contract Start and Completion Dates. Work should commence within 14 calendar days of receipt of notice to proceed and may proceed at any mutually agreeable time within that time frame. Work will be completed within one hundred and twenty (120) days of notice to proceed for the base and all options. All services will be completed as scheduled, unless weather or circumstances beyond the control of either party occur requiring a delay in the work. The Government reserves the right to delay or stop work as needed to accommodate higher priorities, time allowed for completion will be adjusted accordingly.

6. Wage Rates: Department of Labor wage rates apply to this work and are included.

The contractor is required to provide payroll documents for all work performed under this contract.

7. Safeguarding Property: The Contractor shall, at all times prior to delivery, take care to protect and preserve all materials, supplies, and equipment of every description (including material and property which may be Government owned) and all work performed. All reasonable requests of the Technical POC or his/her authorized representative to enclose or specially protect such property shall be complied with. If so determined by the Technical POC, material, equipment, supplies, and work performed are not adequately protected by the Contractor, such property may be protected by the Government and the cost thereof may be charged to the Contractor or deducted from any payment due to them.

8. The Contractor will notify the Technical POC or his/her authorized representative, upon commencement of work activities, and difficulties, interruption, or suspension of work, and when the required work has been completed. The Contractor shall update the Technical POC, or their authorized representative, no less than once weekly on status of work being done. Work will commence when the funds are allocated and work orders have been received from the Technical POC or his/her authorized representative.

9. The scope of work only contains approximate measurements for reference. It is strongly recommended that each interested contractor visit the job site prior to submitting a quote. The Contractor is responsible for quantities, materials, critical dimensions and work conditions used to calculate a proposal.

10. SITE VISIT: The Scope of Work only contains approximate measurements for reference. Each interested contractor should visit the job site and assume responsibility for quantities, materials, critical dimensions and work conditions used to calculate a quote.

Contractors will contact the project office for a site visit to be scheduled. Contact Libby Watt Lead Park Ranger or Kerry Sanders Maintenance Leader to set up an appointment. The POC’s contact information is as follows:

Libby Watt Lead Park Ranger or Kerry Sanders Maintenance Leader

Nolin River Lake 2150 Nolin Dam Road Mammoth Cave Kentucky, 42259 270-286-4511

TP-1.2 CONTRACTOR SUBMITTAL. Unless otherwise specified, the Contractor shall submit the following information to the Technical POC prior to the pre-work conference for this contract:

a. Safety Plans. The Contractor shall submit, for acceptance by the Technical POC, an accident prevention plan and Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) in accordance with the requirements of the Corps of Engineer’s Safety and Health Requirements Manual, EM385-1-1, hereinafter referred to as the Safety Manual, current at the time of award.

b. Certification of Employees Qualified to Administer First Aid and CPR. The Contractor shall submit proof to the Technical POC that the appropriate number of employees, as required in the Safety Manual, are certified to administer First Aid and CPR

TP-1.3 SAFETY.

a. General Safety. The Contractor shall comply with the safety standards contained in Corps of Engineers Manual, EM 385-1-1, “Safety and Health Requirements Manual”, current at the time of award, as well as all current provisions of the Occupational Safety and Health Act

(OSHA).

b. 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 sleeved shirt, long trousers and safety-toe shoes or boots during all contract work. Hard hats, face shields, safety glasses with side-shields, or goggles, and hearing protection shall be worn by employees when required by the safety manual. Fire extinguisher(s) and first aid kit(s) meeting the Safety Manual standards shall also be provided and easily accessible to all employees.

c. 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 to the Technical POC in accordance with TP-1.2.

TP-1.4 ACCIDENT REPORTING. The Contractor shall maintain accurate accident records and report accidents as prescribed by the Technical POC. Accidents shall be reported within 24 hours of occurrence, and all serious accidents (those resulting in death or injury requiring medical attention or lost time) shall be reported immediately.

TP-1.5 DAMAGE REPORTS. In all instances where Government property, equipment, natural features, landscape, or trees are damaged by contract employees, an immediate notification shall be made to the Technical POC. A full report of the incident and extent of such damage shall be submitted to the Technical POC within two working days of occurrence, excluding weekends and holidays.

TP-1.6 CONTRACT EMPLOYEES. All contract employees shall always conduct themselves in a proper and courteous manner. 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 work 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.

TP-2.1 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

a. Security.

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. Suspicious Activity Reporting Training. 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. 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 Technical Point of Contact NLT 5 calendar days after the completion of the training.

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

3. 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.

4. Prescreen/E-Verification. 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. An initial list of verified/eligible Candidates must be provided to the Technical Point of Contact no later than 3 business days after the initial contract award.

b. Supplemental Security Requirements

1. All Contractors and subcontractor employee(s) working on this contract who require access to any Louisville District Lake Projects and Lock and Dam Projects shall receive authorization to be on site at these facilities based upon a favorable background investigation in accordance with “Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12: Policy for a Common Identification Standard for Federal Employees and Contractors” (HSPD 12). The Louisville District Security Management Office shall submit contractor(s) personal information to complete the basic background investigation in order to make a recommendation to the Contracting Office of an employee’s suitability for work on Government property. The Procuring Contracting Officer (PCO) has the right to deny any contractor or subcontractor employee from working on the contract based upon the results of the background investigation provided by the Louisville District Security Office. The Government, Contractor, and subcontractors shall not permit any employee(s) access to drawings, blueprints, records, photos, sites, or projects until the Louisville District Security Management Office has completed an Operations Security (OPSEC) review of such items and determined they can be released.

2. Contractors shall submit a complete investigation packet for each contractor and subcontractor employee to the Louisville District Security Management office within 10 working days after award of any contract, or prior to the individual being permitted access to Louisville District facilities.

3. The Contractor must also provide the following: (1) Name of the Contract Specialist with whom he/she is working, (2) Project Name, (3) Contract Number (4) Task Order Number when applicable, and (5) US Citizens Security Access Form or Pre-Bid/Site Visit Form;

each employee working on site must have a background investigation form submitted directly to the Louisville District Security Office.

4. The Contractor must provide a full legal name, complete SSN#, Date of Birth, Place of Birth (City and State) and Driver’s license number if available. It is the Contractor’s responsibility to ensure the above information is accurate and legible, otherwise delays may occur.

5. Contractors shall have background checks completed for their employees annually in the case of Contracts with an initial period of performance (POP) greater than 1 year and those Contracts with Options or Modifications Which Extend the POP beyond 1 year. For instance, if the employee was cleared in May of 2022, they shall be cleared again in May of 2023. It is the Contractor’s responsibility to ensure that each employee’s security is up to date. Failure to comply may lead to possible removal from the project/jobsite.

6. The Contractor must ensure if new employees are brought in to work on an existing Contract with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), they must process the employee through the Louisville District USACE Security Office for background purposes.

c. Payment. Payment will be made by Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT), upon acceptance of the completed work and providing final invoice and labor records. SAM Registration: The successful offeror will be required to be registered with (SAM) System for Award Management, (https://www.sam.gov/) to do business with the government.(NOTE: Pay careful attention when typing in the SAM website address on your browser). In order to register with SAM. If you have questions regarding this, you can call 1-800-333-0505 for assistance. Offerors must complete their registration in SAM in order to be eligible to quote under this contract.

c. Failure to provide all information requested on the quote sheet and to complete SAM registration may be grounds for considering the quote unresponsive.

d. Applicable Publications.

Performance of all services will assure complete safety to public visitors, Government employees, contractor employees, and all other persons in the area. The contractor will comply with any pertinent requirements contained in the Corps of Engineers Safety Manual (EM 385- 1-1), https://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/Publications/EngineerManuals/EM_385- 1-1.pdf current at the time of award.

The Contractor will perform technical work in accordance with applicable publications. They include but are not limited to:

MANUFACTURER'S RECOMMENDATIONS:

• Operating Manuals

• Repair Manuals

• Maintenance

Manuals https://www.sam.gov/

INDUSTRIAL STANDARDS AND CODES (Latest Editions):

• ASTM F567 REV A –

Standard Practice for Installation of Chain – Link Fence

• ASTM A121 – Standard Specification for Metallic- Coated Carbon Steel Barbed Wire

• ASTM A392 REV A –

Standard Specification for Zinc-Coated Steel Chain-Link Fence Fabric

• Chain Link Fence Manufacturers Institute

• ASTM F900 Standard Specification for Industrial and Commercial Steel Swing Gates

• ASTM F1083 Standard Specification for Pipe, Steel, Hot- Dipped Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) Welded, for Fence Structures

e. Warranty: A minimum of five-year warranty. The warranty shall cover at a minimum that the fence system is free from defects in materials or workmanship and from the development of red rust over five percent (5%) of the surface for a period of a minimum of five (5) years from date of install. The warranty shall apply to everything related to product deterioration that is a fault of the manufacturing process.

A minimum of 1 year warranty on installation of the product from the contractor.

A minimum of 1 yr. on sidewalk, handrail and guardrail.

TP-3.1 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS:

a. General. The contractor shall furnish tools, equipment, labor, supervision, communication, and quality control to construct 9-gauge galvanized chain link fence that measures 6’ in height from the ground to the top of the chain link fence. Install three individual strands of galvanized 12 ½ gauge four-point barb wire across the top of the entire chain link fence.

Install a new rolling gate and automatic opener to main entrance location in the parking lot and install new entry keypad and exit inductive loop to work with existing system. Install sidewalk, handrail on steps, remove trees and remove and replace guardrail. All measurements are approximate, and contractor should attend site visit to obtain precise measurements. It is responsibility of contractor to ensure no underground utilities are encountered.

b. Work to be performed. The work to be performed is as follows:

1. Project Office Parking lot fencing and entry gate installation

a. Supply and install in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations approximately 670 feet of 9-gauge chain link fence that measures 6’ in height from ground to the top rail of the fence. Post, caps, and braces shall be galvanized in accordance with industry practices.

b.All Hardware shall be schedule 40 galvanized.

c. The fence shall be constructed with a 1 5/8” O.D. top rail.

d.Terminal/End/Corner posts shall be 2 7/8” O.D.

e. Line posts shall be 2 3/8” O.D.

f. All posts shall be set at minimum depth of 24” and shall be no farther than

10’ apart.

g.The fence shall be constructed with a bottom tension wire to prevent intruders from pulling up the fence.

h. Supply and install three individual strands of galvanized 12 ½ gauge four-point barb wire across the top of the entire chain link fence extending outward at a 45-degree angle.

i. All fence ties shall be 9GA or larger and either galvanized or aluminum.

j. The existing fence located at the end of the water control tower bridge may be reused if possible or replaced. In either scenario the contractor shall ensure the installation of three individual strands of galvanized 12 ½ gauge four-point barb wire across the top of the entire chain link fence extending outward at a 45-degree angle.

k.Supply and install in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations two personnel gates. They shall meet a 9-guage minimum, 4’ wide cantilever, lockable with padlock, chain link fence gate that measures 6’ in height from ground to top of the gate located where fence will cross newly installed sidewalk. This gate will allow walk through access from the pathway leading to and from the Project Office and between the control tower bridge and the old office. Location is marked on Exhibit “A”.

l. Supply and install in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations a 9-guage minimum, 20’ wide chain link fence gate that measures 6’ in height from ground to top of the gate with motorized slide gate operation, external weatherproof programmable access keypad on entrance side, and magnetic wire loop activated strips on exit side. Gate will be installed in a manner that allows for a minimum opening of 20’. Post, caps and braces will be galvanized in accordance with industry practices. All hardware used to install the gates will be schedule 40 galvanized. Supply and Install three individual strands of galvanized 12 ½ gauge four-point barb wire across the top of the entire gate extending outward at a 45-degree angle. Location of gate is marked on Exhibit “A”.

m. Provide wiring to power the automatic gate opener. Existing electric utility is located at the flagpole near the Water Control Tower. All wiring shall be buried and placed in electrical conduit that meets industry standards and matches the wire size used.

n.Supply and install external weatherproof programmable access keypad with gooseneck pedestal mount on the entrance side of the gate. The access keypad shall be accessible from a vehicle. Inductive loop activated strips shall be located on exit side of gate buried into the existing asphalt surface and shall operate the gate to automatically open upon exiting the enclosure.

o.Any waste material shall be removed from project lands and disposed of in accordance with all state, federal and local regulations.

p.All disturbed vegetative areas will be leveled and reseeded with a yard grass mix and covered with straw upon completion in the area.

q.See Exhibit “A” attached

2. INSTALL SIDEWALK, STEPS, AND HANDRAIL

Section includes steps with landings and a sidewalk from the Tower Parking lot to the staff parking lot shown in the map attached as Exhibit b.

Starting at the blacktop as indicated on Exhibit b (approx. elevation 580’) install a combination of steps and landings, with a maximum of 12 steps between landings, to a sidewalk at the approximate elevation of 592’. The access shall have radius turn connecting to the sidewalk and proceed with the contour of ground to the staff parking lot. Landings will be no more than 5% incline. All concrete shall be a minimum of 4 inches in thickness, 3500 PSI rated and reinforced with welded wire and/ ½” steel rebar to connect entire length of sidewalk and steps. Rebar will be formed, placed and tied in step sections to make a continual reinforcement entire length of sidewalk and be tied to welded wire if wire is used on flat sections. Rebar shall be placed in three runs. Outside runs shall be 6” from each side and one in center of sidewalk.

All steps built within the concrete pathway shall have risers of no less than 4 inches and no more than 7.5 inches and treads 11 inches at a minimum. Steps will be sloped 1/8” from rear to front to prevent water from standing on treads.

Finish shall be broom finish between 1/16”- 1/8” in depth.

An aluminum handrail system shall be installed in areas where steps and landings are located on existing access going from parking lot to new office and on steps added in this contract. Handrails will be installed on one side of the steps and landings, not on the sidewalk. The handrail system shall have a top-rail, 42 inches in height, with an additional mid-rail set halfway between the top-rail and the concrete surface. The posts for the handrail shall be set on/or in the concrete surface of the sidewalk. The posts for the handrail shall be placed at a frequency that can withstand a 200-pound load applied in a downward or outward direction within 2 inches of the top edge of the top rail. The handrail must allow any water to drain from it to prevent winter freeze. Handrail design and installation method must be approved by TPOC.

All portions of the concrete sidewalk shall be excavated and have a base layer of #57 crushed stone at a minimum of 2 inches in thickness when compacted.

Finished surface shall be 1” above ground level to prevent dirt/ debris from accumulating on walkway and allow mowers to easily drive over where needed to access areas for mowing. All excess dirt/rock from excavation not needed to line sidewalk shall be disposed in area adjacent to driveway to be marked/shown by TPOC and will be graded to allow mowers to pass over it.

3. REMOVE HAZARD TREES BETWEEN HWY 728 AND OFFICE ROAD

Cut and remove approximately 40 trees off slope between HWY 728 and new office entrance road as described in exhibit c. Trees shall be marked on site with red “X” and removed by safe methods. Stumps shall be a maximum of 10” above ground level and shall be cut smooth. Debris will be contractors’ responsibility to dispose of offsite.

This work may only be completed between 01 OCT and 15 APR.

4.REPLACE EXISTING GUARDRAIL WITH NEW METAL GUARDRAIL

The Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, tools and equipment necessary to replace approximately 300’ linear feet of existing guardrail with new weathering steel guardrail at Project office Area. All work to be done in accordance to manufacturers specifications.

Approx. location in Exhibit D

c. Government Furnished Items. – Unless otherwise specified the government will furnish:

1. Electric is available onsite

2. Point of contact will conduct pre-work coordination meeting in person within one week following award of this contract.

END OF SPECIFICATIONS

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Section 00 21 00 - Instructions

CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE

52.204-7 System for Award Management OCT 2018 52.204-16 Commercial and Government Entity Code Reporting AUG 2020 52.204-22 Alternative Line Item Proposal JAN 2017

CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY FULL TEXT

52.222-5 CONSTRUCTION WAGE RATE REQUIREMENTS--SECONDARY SITE OF THE WORK (MAY

2014)

(a)(1) The offeror shall notify the Government if the offeror intends to perform work at any secondary site of the work, as defined in paragraph (a)(1)(ii) of the FAR clause at 52.222-6, Construction Wage Rate Requirements,of this solicitation.

(2) If the offeror is unsure if a planned work site satisfies the criteria for a secondary site of the work, the offeror shall request a determination from the Contracting Officer.

(b)(1) If the wage determination provided by the Government for work at the primary site of the work is not applicable to the secondary site of the work, the offeror shall request a wage determination from the Contracting Officer.

(2) The due date for receipt of offers will not be extended as a result of an offeror's request for a wage determination for a secondary site of the work.

(End of provision)

52.236-27 SITE VISIT (CONSTRUCTION) (FEB 1995)

(a) The clauses at 52.236-2, Differing Site Conditions, and 52.236-3, Site Investigations and Conditions Affecting the Work, will be included in any contract awarded as a result of this solicitation. Accordingly, offerors or quoters are urged and expected to inspect the site where the work will be performed.

(b) Site visits may be arranged during normal duty hours by contacting:

Name: Libby Watt Address: 2150 Nolin Dam Road, Mammoth Cave Kentucky, 42259 Telephone: 270-286-4511

(End of provision)

52.252-1 SOLICITATION PROVISIONS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

This solicitation incorporates one or more solicitation provisions by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. The offeror is cautioned that the listed provisions may include blocks that must be completed by the offeror and submitted with its quotation or offer. In lieu of submitting the full text of those provisions, the offeror may identify the provision by paragraph identifier and provide the appropriate information with its quotation or offer. Also, the full text of a solicitation provision may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es):

The full text of FAR clauses and provisions can be found at:

https://www.acquisition.gov/

The full text of DFARS clauses and provisions can be found at:

https://www.acq.osd.mil/dpap/dars/dfarspgi/current/index.html (End of provision)

52.252-5 AUTHORIZED DEVIATIONS IN PROVISIONS (NOV 2020)

(a) The use in this solicitation of any Federal Acquisition Regulation (48 CFR Chapter 1) provision with an authorized deviation is indicated by the addition of "(DEVIATION)" after the date of the provision.

(b) The use in this solicitation of any Defense Federal Acquistion Regulation (48 CFR Chapter 2) provision with an authorized deviation is indicated by the addition of "(DEVIATION)" after the name of the regulation.

(End of provision)

Section 00 45 00 - Representations and Certifications

REPS & CERTS

COMPANY NAME AND ADDRESS: _________________________________________

PHONE NUMBER: _________________________________________

EMAIL ADDRESS: _________________________________________

BUSINESS SIZE (select one or more as applicable):

Large Business ____ Small Business ____ HUBZone ____ 8(a) ____ Women-Owned Small Business ____ Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business ____ Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned ____

CURRENTLY REGISTERED WITH SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT (SAM): YES ____ NO ____

(Note: See FAR 52.204-7)

TAX IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (TIN): ____________

UNIQUE ENTITY IDENTIFIER: ____________

(Note: See FAR 52.204-7. The Unique Entity Identifier is a 12 character alphanumeric code.)

CAGE CODE: ________

(Note: See FAR 52.204-7)

CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE

252.203-7005 Representation Relating to Compensation of Former DoD Officials

SEP 2022

252.225-7055 Representation Regarding Business Operations with the Maduro Regime

MAY 2022

252.225-7973 (Dev) Prohibition on the Procurement of Foreign-Made Unmanned Aircraft Systems - Representation (DEVIATION 2020- O0015)

MAY 2020

CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY FULL TEXT

52.204-8 ANNUAL REPRESENTATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS (MAR 2023)

(a)(1) The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this acquisition is 238990.

(2) The small business size standard is $19,000,000.

(3) The small business size standard for a concern that submits an offer, other than on a construction or service acquisition, but proposes to furnish an end item that it did not itself manufacture, process, or produce is 500 employees, or 150 employees for information technology value-added resellers under NAICS code 541519, if the acquisition--

(i) Is set aside for small business and has a value above the simplified acquisition threshold;

(ii) Uses the HUBZone price evaluation preference regardless of dollar value, unless the offeror waives the price evaluation preference; or

(iii) Is an 8(a), HUBZone, service-disabled veteran-owned, economically disadvantaged women-owned, or women-owned small business set-aside or sole-source award regardless of dollar value.

(b)(1) If the provision at 52.204-7, System for Award Management, is included in this solicitation, paragraph (d) of this provision applies.

(2) If the provision at 52.204-7, System for Award Management, is not included in this solicitation, and the Offeror has an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM), the Offeror may choose to use paragraph (d) of this provision instead of completing the corresponding individual representations and certifications in the solicitation. The Offeror shall indicate which option applies by checking one of the following boxes:

( ) Paragraph (d) applies.

( ) Paragraph (d) does not apply and the offeror has completed the individual representations and certifications in the solicitation.

(c) (1) The following representations or certifications in SAM are applicable to this solicitation as indicated:

(i) 52.203-2, Certificate of Independent Price Determination. This provision applies to solicitations when a firm-fixed-price contract or fixed-price contract with economic price adjustment is contemplated, unless—

(A) The acquisition is to be made under the simplified acquisition procedures in Part 13;

(B) The solicitation is a request for technical proposals under two-step sealed bidding procedures; or

(C) The solicitation is for utility services for which rates are set by law or regulation.

(ii) 52.203-11, Certification and Disclosure Regarding Payments to Influence Certain Federal Transactions. This provision applies to solicitations expected to exceed $150,000.

(iii) 52.203-18, Prohibition on Contracting with Entities that Require Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements--Representation. This provision applies to all solicitations.

(iv) 52.204-3, Taxpayer Identification. This provision applies to solicitations that do not include the provision at 52.204-7, System for Award Management.

(v) 52.204-5, Women-Owned Business (Other Than Small Business). This provision applies to solicitations that—

(A) Are not set aside for small business concerns;

(B) Exceed the simplified acquisition threshold; and

(C) Are for contracts that will be performed in the United States or its outlying areas.

(vi) 52.204-26, Covered Telecommunications Equipment or Services--Representation. This provision applies to all solicitations.

(vii) 52.209-2, Prohibition on Contracting with Inverted Domestic Corporations--Representation.

(viii) 52.209-5, Certification Regarding Responsibility Matters. This provision applies to solicitations where the contract value is expected to exceed the simplified acquisition threshold.

(ix) 52.209-11, Representation by Corporations Regarding Delinquent Tax Liability or a Felony Conviction under any Federal Law. This provision applies to all solicitations.

(x) 52.214-14, Place of Performance--Sealed Bidding. This provision applies to invitations for bids except those in which the place of performance is specified by the Government.

(xi) 52.215-6, Place of Performance. This provision applies to solicitations unless the place of performance is specified by the Government.

(xii) 52.219-1, Small Business Program Representations (Basic, Alternates I, and II). This provision applies to solicitations when the contract is for supplies to be delivered or services to be performed in the United States or its outlying areas, or when the contracting officer has applied part 19 in accordance with 19.000(b)(1)(ii).

(A) The…