W912QR24Q0090.pdf

W22W9K41801153

Buckhorn Lake Pavilion Replacement

The estimated price range is betw een $100,000 and $250,000.

NAICS Code: 238190.

Size Standard $19 Million.

This procurement is set-aside 100% for Small Business and will be awarded based on low price. The solicitation w ill be available on the web only. Faxed, Telephoned or mailed requests for this solicitation will not be honored. To download the solicitation for this project, and to view other contracting opportunities, contractors are required to register at Sam.gov. Contractors must register and complete the representation and certification requirements in the System for Award Management (SAM) database, available at https://sam.gov. PLEASE ensure your annual SAM registration is current.

Offerors must comply with the requirements of 52.204-7, 52.204-8, 52.232-33, and any other representation and certification requirements in this solicitation through SAM.

ALYSON M KLINGLESMITH 502.315.7494

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

17-Jul-2024

(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 ________180 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. Sealed offers in original and __________1 copies to perform the w ork required are due at the place specif ied in Item 8 by ___________ local time ______________07 Aug 2024 (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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8. ADDRESS OFFER TO (If Other Than Item 7)

FAX:TEL: 502.315.7494 TEL: FAX:

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20B. SIGNATURE

(REV. 4-85)STANDARD FORM 1442 BACK

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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

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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

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

The contractor shall furnish all personnel, equipment, supplies and materials necessary to repair or replace four (4) pavilions and respective concrete pads as indicated in this contract at Buckhorn Lake, 804 Buckhorn Dam Road, Buckhorn, Kentucky 41721. Prices should include mobilization & de-mobilization, fuel, labor, material, equipment and any applicable permits.

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 180 calendar days after the NTP.

LOCATION:

Buckhorn Lake 804 Buckhorn Dam Road Buckhorn, KY 41721

This RFP is 100% set-aside for Small Businesses under NAICS 238190 ($19 Million). 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.

Note: A site visit is HIGHLY ENCOURAGED for the contractor to review the complexities of the work site, verify existing conditions, and collect exact measurements. A single site visit will be held on 25 July 2024 at 1000 ET. If the initial site visit is missed the Contractor may request, with no guarantee, a site visit with the TPOC, DJ Scalf (502) 658-4055 and/or Project Manager Dewayne Shouse (606) 398-7251

In accordance with FAR 52.237-1, Offerors are urged and expected to inspect the site where services are to be performed and to satisfy themselves regarding all general and local conditions that may affect the cost of contract performance, to the extent that the information is reasonably obtainable. In no event shall failure to inspect the site constitute grounds for a claim after contract award.

Proposals are due no later than 7 August 2024 at 10:00 AM ET. Please submit proposals to Alyson Klinglesmith at Alyson.m.klinglesmith@usace.army.mil. Fax Submittals will not be accepted. Technical questions pertaining to this project shall be posted to ProjNet per the instructions incorporated into the solicitation. Contractors are NOT to contact the TPOCs listed until an award has been made. All questions must be submitted via ProjNet by 31 July 2024.

All contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (www.SAM.gov) prior to submitting a proposal. All proposed contractors are highly encouraged to review FAR Clause 52.232-33 Payments by ElectronicFunds Transfer – System for Award Management, which indicates “All payments by the Government under this contract shall be made by electronic funds transfer (EFT).” Those not currently registered can obtain registration by going to the website http://www.SAM.gov.

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

Note: Page numbering in this document may not be accurate.

1. From the ProjNet home page linked above, click on Quick Add on the upper right side of the screen.

2. Identify the Agency: This should be marked as USACE.

3. Key: Enter the Bidder Inquiry Key listed above.

4. E mail: Enter the email address you would like to use for communication.

5. Select Continue. A page will then open stating a user account was not found and will ask you to create one using the provided form.

6. Enter your First Name, Last Name, Company, City, State, Phone, Email, Secret Question, Secret Answer, and Time Zone. Make sure to remember your Secret Question and Answer as they will be used from this point on to access the ProjNet system.

7. Select Add User. Once this is completed you are now registered within ProjNet and are currently logged into the system.

Specific Instructions for Future ProjNet Bid Inquiry Access:

1. For future access to ProjNet, you will not be emailed any type of password. You will utilize your Secret Question and Secret Answer to log in.

2. From the ProjNet home page linked above, click on Quick Add on the upper right side of the screen.

3. Identify the Agency: This should be marked as USACE.

4. Key: Enter the Bidder Inquiry Key listed above.

5. E mail: Enter the email address you used to register previously in ProjNet.

6. Select Continue. A page will then open asking you to enter the answer to your Secret Question.

7. Enter your Secret Answer and click Login. Once this is completed you are now logged into the system.

From this page you may view all bidder inquiries or add an inquiry.

Bidders will receive an acknowledgement of their question via email, followed by an answer to their question after it has been processed by our technical team. Deadline for all questions via ProjNet will be 31 July 2024 with all questions answered by 2 August 2024.

Bidders are requested to review the specification in its entirety and to review the Bidder Inquiry System for answers to questions prior to submission of a new inquiry.

The call center operates weekdays from 8AM to 5PM U.S. Central Time Zone (Chicago). The telephone number for the Call Center is 800-428-HELP.

PROJNET INSTRUCTIONS

BIDDERS QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS

Technical inquiries and questions relating to proposal procedures or bonds are to be submitted via Bidder Inquiry in ProjNet at http://www.ProjNet.org/ProjNet. As noted below, Bidders shall not submit their proposals via ProjNet.

Bidders shall submit their proposals in accordance with the provisions stated in the solicitation.

To submit and review bid inquiry items, bidders will need to be a current registered user or self-register into system.

The Solicitation Number is: W912QR-24Q0090 The Bidder Inquiry Key is: 66YPP3-G6JRG6

Specific Instructions for ProjNet Bid Inquiry Access:

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OFFEROR: ______________________________________

PRICE BREAKOUT SCHEDULE

BASE

ITEM DESCRIPTION UNIT COST QTY.

ESTIMATED

COST

01 Replace “Trace Branch” Pavilion $ 1 $ 02 Replace “Birch” Pavilion $ 1 $ 03 Replace “Day-use Picnic” Pavilion $ 1 $ 04 Replace “Confluence” Pavilion $ 1 $

BASE LINE ITEM 001-004 TOTAL: $

OPTION

ITEM DESCRIPTION UNIT COST QTY.

ESTIMATED

COST

01 Install “Day-use Picnic” Area Stairs $ 1 $ 02 Install “Confluence” Retaining wall $ 1 $

OPTION LINE ITEM 001-002 TOTAL: $

BASE + OPTION TOTAL: $

STATEMENT OF WORK

Buckhorn Lake Pavilion Repair and Replacement Buckhorn Lake

804 Buckhorn Dam Road Buckhorn, Ky. 41721

1. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

This statement of work includes the repair and/or replacement of four (4) Pavilions, and respective concrete pads as indicated in this contract. Prices shall include mobilization & de-mobilization, fuel, labor, material, equipment, disposal, and any and all applicable permits to repair or replace items listed within this contract at Buckhorn Lake.

Pavilions are located at different campsites around the lake. It should be noted that this is a particularly rural area with narrow roads, and travel between campsites may take approximately 45 minutes. Laydown areas will be provided near each pavilion to assist contractor. Due to public use of these areas, a schedule must be provided to the TPOC and Project Manager for approval 30 days before work begins. Schedule changes must be approved minimum 1 week in advance.

Pavilions shall meet or exceed the design data table below. Contractor shall submit stamped engineered drawings for each shelter for approval by TPOC prior to purchasing. Drawings shall include dimensions, structural component locations, construction, and assembly details, as well as material specifications.

DESIGN DATA

CODE IBC 15 SNOW LOAD 10.5 psf

WINDSPEED 115MPH DEAD LOAD 3 psf SEISMIC COEF 0.342 LIVE LOAD 20 psf

The following general specifications apply to all pavilions within this contract. See line item(s) for site specific requirements.

All metal structure - single roof with open gable.

Structural components shall be TGIC coated meeting AAMA 2604-2 specifications with 4-6 mil thickness. Coating shall not be disturbed, damaged, or removed.

Pavilion must feature a bolt together assembly. Any welding must be done prior to coating.

Fasteners shall be 316 Stainless Steel. Roof fasteners shall be coated same color as roof.

Minimum 26ga metal roof featuring Kynar 500 coating.

Roof shall be "W" panel type, with snap-lock to form a watertight seal.

Fascia must be TGIC coated meeting AAMA 2604-2 specifications with 4-6 mil thickness.

“K” Style 5-inch wide x 3-1/2-inch depth Aluminum gutters shall be .027"-.032" in thickness.

Downspout and gutter shall be TGIC coated meeting AAMA 2604-2 specifications with 4-6 mil thickness. Downspout location shall utilize existing underground drain(s).

No wooden underlayment will be accepted.

Roof to be green. All other components light brown. Contractor to submit color samples to

TPOC for approval prior to purchase.

Min 1/8” diameter weep hole shall be placed at bottom of each column to drain any potential water in column due to flooding.

2. LINE ITEM 001: Replace “Trace Branch” Pavilion

a. Contractor shall remove and dispose of existing wooden pavilion.

b. Wooden posts must be removed from concrete pad and patched using 3,000 psi concrete and dowelled using #4 bar. Finish must be similar to existing, be aesthetically pleasing and flush with existing concrete.

c. USACE shall disconnect and remove electric to pavilion.

d. Two (2) areas of damaged concrete shall be repaired, approximate dimensions; 24”L x 7”W x

2”D and 12”L x 7”W x 2”D. See attached photo. Damaged areas must be saw cut and removed minimum of 6” beyond extents of damage. Patches must utilize 3,000 psi concrete and dowelled using #4 bar. Finish must be similar to existing, be aesthetically pleasing and flush with existing concrete. If contraction joints are removed partially or in whole, they must be cut in new concrete in the same location and depth as existing.

e. New pavilion shall be offset to one side of existing concrete pad in similar position to existing pavilion, with the intent to leave apron for existing grill(s).

f. Contractor shall provide and install new 24ft wide x 36ft long x 14ft tall pavilion according to manufacturer’s instructions.

4. LINE ITEM 002: Replace “Birch” Pavilion

a. USACE shall remove existing pavilion and concrete pad before contractor starts work.

b. Pad site shall be graded with 3in of #57 stone, and mechanically compacted.

c. New 22ft wide x 37ft long x 6” thick concrete pad shall be poured using 3000 psi concrete. 4x4

W2.1 welded wire mesh shall be supported and placed at center of cross section minimum 2-inch below surface. Surface shall be broom finished, with contraction joints equally spaced, maximum 5ft apart.

d. New concrete pad shall be centered between existing concrete gutters, offset 3ft from existing sidewalk, and finished at the same elevation as existing. See attached Drawing.

e. New 3ft x 3ft x 4in thick concrete sidewalk shall be poured connecting existing sidewalk to new concrete pad. Shall be broom finished 1/16-1/8 inch in depth with 1in deep contraction joints where it meets the new concrete pad, and existing sidewalk. Concrete shall be 3000 psi with 4x4 W2.1 welded wire mesh placed minimum of 2 inches below surface.

f. New pavilion shall be offset in length toward tailwater, with intent to leave apron for future grill(s) location.

g. Contractor shall provide and install new 20ft wide x 32ft long x 12ft tall pavilion according to

5. LINE ITEM 003: Replace “Day-use” Picnic Pavilion

a. USACE shall remove existing pavilion and concrete pad before contractor starts work.

b. Pad site shall be graded with 3in of #57 stone, topped and mechanically compacted.

c. New 20ft wide x 31ft long x 6-inch thick concrete pad shall be poured starting at the end of asphalt road, centered in width, and extending toward dam. Pad shall utilize 3,000 psi concrete, 4x4 W2.1 welded wire mesh shall be placed at center of cross section minimum 2-inch below surface. Shall be broom finished 1/16-1/8 inch in depth, with contraction joints equally spaced, maximum 5ft apart to a depth of 1 ½”.

d. Contractor shall install approx. 24 linear ft of new 4” French drain from downspout of gutters on south side of pavilion toward parking lot, to daylight on side of hill. Drain shall have a minimum depth of 2ft below grade.

e. Contractor shall provide and install new 18ft wide x 26ft long x 14ft tall pavilion according to

f. New pavilion shall be offset toward asphalt road, with intent to leave apron for future grill(s).

6. LINE ITEM 004: Replace “Confluence” Pavilion

a. Contractor shall remove and dispose of existing wooden pavilion.

b. Wooden posts must be removed from concrete pad and patched using 3,000 psi concrete and dowelled using #4 bar. Finish must be similar to existing, be aesthetically pleasing and flush with existing concrete.

c. USACE shall disconnect and remove electric to pavilion.

d. Contractor shall provide and install new 18ft wide x 26ft long x 12ft tall pavilion according to manufacturer’s instructions.

e. New pavilion shall be offset to one side of existing concrete pad in similar position to existing pavilion, with the intent to leave apron for existing grill(s).

7. OPTION ITEM 001: Install “Day-use Picnic” Area Stairs NOTE: Option may be awarded 30 days after NTP.

a. Concrete stairs shall be poured connecting the new pavilion pad to the lower parking area. See map for details.

b. Stairs shall be minimum of 4ft wide, and feature Aluminum tubular handrail on one side.

c. Handrail shall be set in or on concrete and constructed of 1-1/2” OD sched 40 pipe, Top-rail shall be 42-inches in height, with mid-rail centered between top-rail and surface of concrete. Handrail can be assembled using aluminum fittings, or completely welded to prevent water intrusion.

Materials must be submitted to TPOC for approval before purchase.

d. Handrail design shall be sufficient to withstand a 200 lb load applied downward, or outward within 2 inches of top rail.

e. Handrail design shall be submitted to TPOC for approval before purchasing.

f. A landing approximately 4 ft long x 4ft wide, featuring a 4” culvert shall extend from the parking lot to the base of the hill.

g. Stairs will rise approximately 10ft for a length of approximately 16ft.

h. Each step shall feature a rise of no more than 7.5 inches, with treads 11 inches long at minimum.

Steps shall be sloped 1/8” towards front to prevent water from standing on steps.

g. Step and landing area shall be graded with 3in of #57 stone, and mechanically compacted.

i. Step and landing area feature be 3,000 psi concrete, minimum 4-inches thick, and feature 4-inch welded wire mesh minimum of 2 inches below surface.

j. Water line exists near ditch next to parking lot. It is the contractor’s responsibility to locate line prior to any onsite work. Any damage to line shall be responsibility of the contractor to repair.

8. OPTION ITEM 002: Install “Confluence” Retaining Wall

NOTE: Option may be awarded 30 days after NTP.

a. Contractor shall excavate hillside at west side of pavilion to prep for installation of 4ft tall x approximately 28ft long retaining wall. Wall shall start beyond Northwest side of existing concrete pad and end at existing rip-rap ditch.

b. Contractor shall use interlocking concrete pavers tan in color, approx. 6in tall x 16in long, to build wall. Contractor shall submit paver specification to TPOC for approval before purchase.

c. A 4” French drain shall be installed at the lowest of the retaining wall, to daylight at existing rip-rap ditch at Southwest corner of pavilion. Contractor shall submit materials for approval before purchase.

d. Wall shall be backfilled with #57 stone, capped with 6” of topsoil. Block shall extend above topsoil minimum of 2”. Backfill width shall be twice the width of block used. Area in front of wall shall be leveled, seeded and strawed.

9. RESPONSIBILITIES AND SITE CONDITIONS

a. USACE shall remove grills, tables, and furniture from all sites prior to contractor starting work.

USACE shall reinstall items after work is complete.

b. Deliveries shall be coordinated with the Project Manager minimum 48hrs in advance. Sites are not supervised; it is the responsibility of the contractor to secure materials. USACE shall not be responsible for lost or stolen items.

c. Existing break areas, offices, latrines, and showers are not available for contractor use. It is recommended that the contractor bring portable restrooms.

d. Parking of vehicles and designated laydown area is to be coordinated with the Project Manager during pre-construction conference.

e. Contractor expected to keep work area clean and orderly. All waste materials shall be removed, and under no circumstance be dumped into the lake or river.

f. Any damage to the project negatively affected by construction shall be restored to the condition present before construction at cost to the contractor.

g. Contractor shall dispose of all debris, trash, and spoils off Government property, according to State and Local guidelines.

10. PRE-PROPOSAL SITE VISIT

A site visit is HIGHLY ENCOURAGED and will be conducted on 25 July at 1000 ET. This site visit is for the contractor to evaluate the site conditions prior to submitting a proposal. If the initial site visit is missed the Contractor may request, with no guarantee, an additional site visit with the TPOC DJ Scalf and / or Project Manager Dewayne Shouse. TPOC DJ Scalf can be reached at (502) 658-4055. Buckhorn Lake can be contacted at (606) 398-7251.

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 Provision 52.222-38, 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 and Training Service (VETS):

https://www.dol.gov/vets/

- Federal Veteran Employment Information: https://www.fedshirevets.gov/

- Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) Program: https://www.benefits.va.gov/vow/

- U.S. Army Warrior Transition Command Employment Index:

https://wct.army.mil/modules/employers/index.html

- Hiring Our Heroes: https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/hiring-our-heroes

BUCKHORN PAVILION REPLACEMENT

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SPECIFICATIONS/DESCRIPTION

1. Project Information

2. Performance Work Statement

3. Technical Point of Contact (TPOC)

4. Pre-Work Conference

5. Infrastructure Investment Act Signage

6. Working Hours

7. Contract Start and Completion Dates

8. Contractor Submittals

9. Permits and Licenses

10. Identification of Contract Employees and Vehicles

11. Safety Requirements

12. Required Security Training and Planning

13. Accident Reporting

14. Damage Reports

15. Contractor Employees’ Conduct and Competency

16. Damage or Loss of Contractor’s Supplies and Property

17. Supervision

18. Environmental Program

19. Contract Discrepancy Report (CDR)

20. Meetings

21. Quality Control

22. Quality Assurance

23. Deficiencies

24. Interruptions to Systems

25. Government Furnished Materials and Equipment

26. Contractor Furnished Items

27. Safeguarding Government Property

28. Minimum Manpower Requirements

29. Minimum Personnel Qualifications

30. Cooperation with other Contractors, Lessees, and Volunteers

31. Reports

32. Applicable Publications

33. Warranty

34. Wage Rates

35. Definitions

36. Index of Exhibits

SPECIFICATIONS/DESCRIPTION

1. PROJECT INFORMATION.

The contractor shall furnish all personnel, equipment, supplies and materials necessary to repair or replace four (4) pavilions and respective concrete pads as indicated in this contract at Buckhorn Lake, 804 Buckhorn Dam Road, Buckhorn, Kentucky 41721.

2. PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT.

This statement of work includes the repair and/or replacement of four (4) Pavilions, and respective concrete pads as indicated in this contract. Prices shall include mobilization & de-mobilization, fuel, labor, material, equipment, disposal, and any and all applicable permits to replace or repair the above listed items at Buckhorn Lake.

3. POINT OF CONTACTS

TPOC: DJ Scalf U.S. Army Corps of Engineers LRL Operations Technical Maintenance

(502) 658-4055

Project Manager Buckhorn Lake 804 Buckhorn Dam Road Buckhorn, Ky. 41721 Office: (606) 398-7251 Email: kelly.d.shouse@usace.army.mil

4. PRE-WORK CONFERENCE:

The contractor will be required to attend a pre-work conference prior to beginning work during which the Contractor’s plan of work, safety procedures, start date and other items in this contract will be discussed.

5 . WORKING HOURS.

a. Normal working hours, except as otherwise specified herein, will be Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Work inside Government buildings or other secured areas will be performed during the above referenced work hours. Work that interferes with other ongoing functions at the project will be scheduled around normal working hours, as specified by the Project Manager.

Holiday Work. The ten 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) Juneteenth (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 will be scheduled around the above listed Federal holidays except as specified herein or as approved by the TPOC.

b. Inclement Weather Work.

The Contractor will maintain the schedule of services regardless of inclement weather.

Exceptions may be approved by the TPOC when severe conditions make it impractical or dangerous to perform the work.

6. CONTRACT START AND COMPLETION DATES.

Work under this contract will begin within 14 calendar days of Notice to Proceed (NTP) and complete within 180 calendar days after receiving the NTP.

7. CONTRACTOR SUBMITTALS.

Unless otherwise specified, the Contractor will submit the following information to the TPOC prior to the pre-work conference for this contract:

a. Contractor Representatives. List of names of Contractor Representatives.

b. Prefabricated building design. Engineered drawings must be submitted and approved before purchase.

c. Concrete Mix. Concrete mix shall be submitted to TPOC before work begins.

d. QC report: Contractor shall provide a QC report for each component within this contract that identifies test equipment, states the time, date, weather conditions, temps of materials, and mil thicknesses.

e. Work Schedule: Shall outline physical start and completion dates, as well as major milestones.

f. Warranty Management Plan: Shall be submitted and approved before final invoice is paid.

g. 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. Exhibit D.

h. Emergency Contacts. A prioritized list, including phone numbers, of those persons (normally

Contractor Representatives) to call in case of emergencies.

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

j. Certificate of Insurance.

k. Performance Bond. (Where applicable)

l. Security Requirements.

8. PERMITS AND LICENSES.

The Contractor will obtain, at own expense, any required licenses, permits or certifications necessary to perform the specified services. Required licenses, permits and certifications will be kept current during the period the work is performed. The Contractor is also responsible for any and all costs associated with the training of Contractor personnel to acquire and maintain valid licenses, permits or certifications necessary to perform the contract services specified herein. The Contractor, Contractor personnel and any persons acting on behalf of the Contractor will comply with all applicable Federal, State and local laws and regulations; including any subsequent changes to these laws and regulations.

Minimum Personnel and Training Requirements. The Contractor will provide an adequate number of fully trained and qualified personnel to perform the work specified herein. Contractor personnel will be properly trained to perform their assigned work in a safe and effective manner.

Training will include but is not limited to instruction on the proper and safe use and operation of Contractor equipment and any Contractor provided tools, supplies and materials required to perform the specified services. Only properly trained and qualified employees will be used in the performance of services specified herein. The Contractor will also assume responsibility for training or Orienting Contractor personnel to perform the services specified in the contract. In the event the Contracting Officer or his/her Authorized Representative determines that the Contractor does not have a qualified employee performing the specified work, the Contractor will be required to provide qualified personnel, or subcontract the work to a person or persons who are trained and qualified to perform the work. The Contractor acknowledges that the employment of undocumented migrant workers to perform services under this contract will not be permitted.

9. IDENTIFICATION OF CONTRACT EMPLOYEES AND VEHICLES.

All Contractor employees will 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 work type shoes. Vehicles and any motorized equipment utilized for transportation will be in good operating condition with no display of obscene or vulgar material such as stickers, flags, or etc. Vehicles will be maintained in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.

10. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS.

a. General. Performance of all services will assure complete safety to public visitors, 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), current at the time of award and any subsequent revisions to that document. Furthermore, the Contractor will comply with pertinent occupational safety and health standards for general industry (29 CFR Part 1910) as required by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

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 work until satisfactory corrective action has been taken. No part of the time lost due to any such work stoppage will 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 work not performed as a result of the stop order.

b. The Contractor will 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 or latest version and as otherwise stated herein. Special attention will be given to the requirements for safety meetings.

The Contractor will inform the TPOC a minimum of 7 calendar days prior to a Contractor monthly safety meeting, to permit a Government representative to attend.

c. Accident Prevention Plan (APP). The Contractor will prepare an Accident Prevention Plan to assure that requirements of the safety program are provided as specified. This plan must be accepted by the Contracting Officer prior to commencement of any work. One copy of the Accident Prevention Plan will be provided to the Contracting Officer and the TPOC one week prior to the pre-work conference. The Accident Prevention Plan must be in the outline and form prescribed in Appendix A of EM 385-1-1.

d. Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA). The Contractor will use Activity Hazard Analyses (AHA’s) as one of many tools to insure safe performance of work. 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 job. The Contractor is encouraged to revise or add to these sample AHA’s as necessary to address changing conditions. Prior to performing jobs with inherent hazards, the Contractor will review, at a “Tool Box” safety meeting, the approved

AHA’s with those employees who will perform that work each time the work 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.

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

A copy of the approved AHA’s will be available at all times to workers at each associated job site and a copy will be provided to the Government.

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

f. Personal Protective Apparel and Equipment. Protective apparel and equipment, as identified in the AHA, will be provided to eliminate or minimize hazards to personnel. As a minimum, each employee will wear a short-sleeved shirt, long trousers, and appropriate footwear during all contract work. Face shields, spectacles with side-shields, or goggles, and hearing protection will be worn by employees when required by safety manual. Fire extinguisher(s) and first aid kit(s) meeting the Safety Manual standards will also be provided and easily accessible to all employees.

g. Contractor Employees Certified in First Aid & CPR. The Contractor will 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 will be provided in accordance with regulations. Two people per crew will be trained in First Aid and CPR. Individuals working alone will be trained in First Aid.

h. Hazard Communication Program. The Contractor will be responsible for implementing a hazard communication program for Contractor employees, as required by the Safety Manual. The Contractor will provide Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and/or 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.

11. REQUIRED SECURITY TRAINING AND PLANNING.

a. 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.

b. 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. Contract personnel who do not meet requirements for unescorted access to USACE facilities shall coordinate escorted access with the Government representative, as needed. Contract personnel who receive keys, access cards, or lock combinations that provide access to government-owned property shall comply with key and lock control procedures of the

RA.

c. 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.

d. Pre-screen candidates using E-Verify Program: Contractors shall comply with the requirements set forth in FAR clause 52.222-54 Employment Eligibility Verification and

FAR Subpart 22.18 in using the E-Verify Program at (https://www.e-verify.gov/) (website subject to change) to meet the contract employment eligibility requirements.

Contractors are encouraged to cooperate with Federal and State agencies responsible for enforcing labor requirements to include eligibility for employment under United States immigration laws in accordance with FAR 22.102-1(i). An initial list of verified/eligible candidates shall be provided to the COR no later than three business days after the initial contract award. When contracts are with individuals, the individuals will be required to complete a Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, and submit it to the Contracting Officer to become part of the official contract file.

e. SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY REQUIREMENTS:

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.

FOR ALL LOUISVILLE DISTRICT CONTRACTS:

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

FOR CONTRACTORS REQUIRING DOD COMMON ACCESS CARDS (CAC)

The documents listed below are required:

SF 85, Questionnaire for Non-Sensitive Positions (see http://www.opm.gov/forms/ to print form). Fingerprints are captured electronically at the closest Army Recruiting Station to the contractor’s home of record or at the USACE, Louisville District Security Office.

Contractor shall report any changes in personnel, or at any time conditions change at least 5 working days prior to individual(s) need to have access to the site. The Contractor shall provide the same information as listed above for all new employees.

Following submission of paperwork, the Louisville District Security Office will conduct an initial criminal check based upon the information provided. If there are no issues, the Louisville District Security Office will make recommendations to the PCO or their Designated Representative. The Louisville District Security Office cannot give approval due to unfavorable report(s). The Louisville District Security Office shall coordinate with Office of Counsel and will jointly make recommendations to the PCO and/or the Designated Representative should a background investigation come back with derogatory information. The PCO will make the determination whether to allow the Contractor personnel to work on the site based on Security and Office of Counsel recommendations, and the PCO will advise the Contractor of the decision.

FOREIGN NATIONALS

The Contractor shall provide the package listed above, as well as additional materials noted below for all Foreign Nationals. The Contractor is to expect additional time in the approval process for all Foreign Nationals due to the level of review and elevation of the review to Headquarters staff to complete. All Foreign Nationals must comply with the following paragraph:

In accordance with Engineering Regulation 380-1-18, “Technology Transfer, Disclosure of Information and Contacts with Foreign Representatives” dated 1 August 1996, Section 4, all foreign nationals who work on Corps of Engineers’ contracts shall be approved by the Headquarters US Army Corps of Engineers (HQ USACE) Foreign Disclosure Officer before beginning work on this contract; this regulation includes subcontractor employees. The Contractor shall submit to the Security Management Office, the names of all foreign nationals proposed for performance under this contract, along with documentation to verify legal admittance into the United States. Such documentation shall include at least one of the following: a U.S. passport, Certificate of U.S. Citizenship (INS Form N-560 or N-561), Certificate of Naturalization (INS Form N-550 or N-570), Alien Registration Card with photograph (INS Form I-151 or I-551), Employment Authorization Card (INS Form I-688A), etc.

In order to assure forms are properly completed, and to minimize time delays, the Contractor is encouraged to work closely with the Louisville District Security Office.

The Government will return for correction incomplete forms, illegible forms, etc. which will delay the contractor / subcontractor from beginning work.

Security requirements are subject to change in accordance with HSPD-12, Office of Personnel Management, regulation or policy changes, etc. The Government shall add any changes to security requirements by modification to the contract.

The Contractor shall contact the Louisville District Security Office by phone, letter, or email at the following numbers/addresses:

CELRL-SM

600 Martin Luther King Jr. Pl Louisville, KY 40202

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