Amendment 0002.pdf

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.

15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print)

30-105-04EXCEPTION TO SF 30

APPROVED BY OIRM 11-84

STANDARD FORM 30 (Rev. 10-83) Prescribed by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

Amendment is necessary to post a response to a Request for Information and make revisions to the Performance Work Statement.

Closing w ill be extended until February 26, 2020 at 2:00 PM.

1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

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16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

16C. DATE SIGNED

BY 18-Feb-2020

16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA15C. DATE SIGNED15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

(Signature of Contracting Officer)(Signature of person authorized to sign)

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No., Street , County, State and Zip Code) X W912WJ20Q0019

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

27-Jan-2020

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

X The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offer X is extended, is not extended.

Offer must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended by one of the following methods:

(a) By completing Items 8 and 15, and returning 1 copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted;

or (c) By separate letter or telegram which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN

REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by telegram or letter, provided each telegram or letter makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required)

13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS.

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE

CONTRACT ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation date, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(B).

C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not, is required to sign this document and return copies to the issuing office.

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

10A. MOD. OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO.

5. PROJECT NO.(If applicable)

6. ISSUED BY

3. EFFECTIVE DATE

18-Feb-2020

CODE

U S ARMY ENGR DISTRICT, NEW ENGLAND

696 VIRGINIA RD

CONCORD MA 01742-2751

W912WJ 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than item 6)

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.

CODE

See Item 6

FACILITY CODECODE

EMAIL:TEL:

W912WJ20Q0019

SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

SECTION SF 30 - BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

The following have been added by full text:

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION

Question 1: Item #3 Locations 20-30: Landscaping, Mulching, and Fertilizing. Do all locations require mulching and fertilizing?

Answer: Yes.

Question 2: Item #4: 4 Locations Radar and Substation Areas. Do all locations require mulching and fertilizing?

Answer: No, please refer to the revised Performance Work Statement, Section D, 2. The requirement for mulching and fertlizing has been removed.

SECTION SF 1449 - CONTINUATION SHEET

SOLICITATION/CONTRACT FORM

The required response date/time has changed from 21-Feb-2020 02:00 PM to 26-Feb-2020 02:00 PM.

The following have been modified:

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

GROUNDS MAINTENANCE

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS

CAPE COD CANAL

BUZZARDS BAY, MA.

Performance Work Statement

A. GENERAL

1. Performance Requirements – Furnish all equipment, materials and labor to perform the grounds maintenance services at the Cape Cod Canal Project Area. The Cape Cod Canal areas include approximately 23 acres of bi-weekly mowing of recreation and compound areas and an additional 8 acres (approximate) of bi-weekly mowing of field areas. Services are to be provided in accordance with the following performance requirements and schedule. Work shall be performed in a timely manner and to the satisfaction of the Technical Point of Contact.

2. Location – The Cape Cod Canal Project area is located in the towns of Sandwich and Bourne Massachusetts. The project office is located at 40 Academy Drive in Buzzards Bay, Massachusetts.

3. Site Visit – Contact the Technical Point of Contact, Park Ranger, John Westlund (978-318- 8580 or John.W.Westlund@usace.army.mil) to arrange a site visit.

4. Schedule – The seasonal period of performance is from 06 April 2020 through 06 November 2020. In addition, the Government may exercise one (1) optional year with the same performance requirements. Option year one (1) would include a period of performance from 05 April 2021 through 05 November 2021.

Contract period of performance for the base year will be 01 April 2020 to 31 March 2021.

Option year one will have a contract period of performance of 01 April 2021 to 05 November 2021.

Mowing and trimming will not be permitted before 6:00 am or after 5:00 pm within park recreation areas unless approved in advance by the Technical Point of Contact. No mowing or trimming will be done on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays unless approved in advance by the Technical Point of Contact. The exception will be at the Cape Cod Canal Field Office where weekend work will be allowed.

Between the hours of 11:30 am and 2 pm mowing will NOT be permitted at the following recreation areas: Buzzards Bay, Herring Run, Sandwich, Sandcatcher, Midway, Bourne, and Tidal Flats.

The following table identifies the line item number, description and frequency.

Item Numbers

Description Frequency

Item 1

Locations 1 – 12

Mowing Bi-Weekly (23 Acres Total) Ground Maintenance Maps

1. Three Panel Sign (0.6 acres)

2. Belmont Rock (0.1 acres)

3. Herring Run (1.5 acres)

4. Sagamore Rec. Area (0.4 acres)

5. Sandwich Rec. Area (3.0 acres)

6. Bulkhead Rec. Area (1.6 acres)

7. Sandcatcher Rec. Area (1.25 acres)

8. Midway Rec. Area (5.4 acres)

9. Bourne Rec. Area South (1.3 acres)

10. Tidal Flats Rec Area (1.0 acres)

11. Buzzards Bay Rec Area (1.6 acres)

12. Canal Field Office (4.8 acres)

Once Every Two Weeks (April - November)

16 Schedule Services

Item 2

13 – 19

Mowing Bi-Weekly (8 Acres Total) Ground Maintenance Maps

13. Wings Neck Radar Site (0.5 acres)

14. Bourne (unimproved) (0.5) acres

15. Field A , North Service Road (4.5 acres)

16. Field B, Bourne Scenic Park (0.5 acres)

17. Field C, Sagamore (1.0 acres)

18. Field D, South Service Road (0.4 acres)

19. Field E, Sandcatcher (0.4 acres)

Once Every Two Weeks (April – November)

16 Scheduled Services Service Dates to be Coordinated w/ Technical Point of Contact

Item 3

20 – 31

Landscaping Services Ground Maintenance Maps

20. Buzzards Bay Rec. Area

21. Three Panel

22. Belmont Rock

23. Herring Run

24. Sagamore Rec. Area

25. Sandcatcher Rec. Area

26. Sandwich Rec. Area

27. Midway Rec. Area

28. Bourne Rec. Area

29. Tidal Flats Rec. Area

30. Canal Field Office

31. Bulkhead Area

3 Scheduled Services May (1st Week) July (2nd Week) September (2nd Week) Service Dates to be Coordinated w/ Technical Point of Contact

Item 4

4 Locations

Weed Substations (0.12 acres) Ground Maintenance Maps

32. Radar Site 160

33. Radar Site 260

34. Substation 340

35. Sandwich Radar Site

Once Service Date to be Coordinated w/ Technical Point of Contact.

5. Safety Requirements –All work shall be conducted in accordance with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements Manual (EM 385-1-1, most recent edition), and all applicable OSHA, federal, state, and local safety and health requirements. A copy of EM 385-1-1 can be accessed at the project office or electronically at Headquarters USACE website under publications using the following link:

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

Accident Prevention Plan – The Contractor shall prepare an Accident Prevention Plan

(APP) specific to the activities being performed. It shall include Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs) as described in AHA paragraph below. Special attention shall focus on the requirements of EM 385-1-1, specifically Section 01.A.12 through 01.A.17 and Appendix A, (Minimum Basic Outline for Accident Prevention Plan). Work shall not proceed until the APP has been reviewed by the Technical Point of Contact and deemed acceptable for use on the project. USACE will provide a non-mandatory, fillable template APP. However, the Contractor is permitted to submit their own plan, at a minimum it must meet the requirements listed in EM 385-1-1 and this Scope of Work.

The APP shall interface with the Contractor's overall safety and health program. Any portions of the Contractor's safety and health program referenced in the APP shall be included and made site-specific. The Government considers the Contractor to be the "controlling authority" for safety and health of the subcontractors. Contractors are responsible for informing their subcontractors of the safety provisions under the terms of the contract, the penalties for noncompliance, and inspecting subcontractor operations to ensure that accident prevention responsibilities are being carried out.

The Contractor shall conduct a safety meeting at the project site on the first day of work, whenever a new activity or phase of work begins, or at least weekly during the progress of work. All safety meetings shall be documented. The attached safety meeting form or a similar contractor-prepared form shall be used. Records of the safety briefings shall be submitted to the Technical Point of Contact weekly.

Activity Hazard Analyses (AHA) – An AHA shall be submitted for each major phase of work. A major phase of work is defined as an operation involving a type of work presenting hazards not experienced in previous operations or where a new subcontractor or work crew is to perform the work. The analysis shall define all activities to be performed, identify the sequence of work, the specific hazards anticipated, and the control measures to be implemented to eliminate or reduce each hazard to an acceptable level. Work shall not proceed on a phase of work until the AHAs have been accepted by the Technical Point of Contact. A preparatory meeting shall be conducted by the Contractor to discuss the AHAs contents with all effected onsite employees. The AHA shall be continuously reviewed and revised to address changing site conditions as appropriate.

Required Personnel – The Contractor shall employ a minimum of one Competent Person

(CP) at each project site to function as the Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO). The SSHO shall be present at the project site and report to the Contractor’s upper management. The SSHO is required to have related construction experience and have completed a 10 Hour OSHA training (or more). In addition, when emergency medical services are not accessible within 5 minutes of the work location and there are 2 or more workers onsite, at least 2 employees shall have (in-person) training in First Aid and CPR. Minimum qualifications are listed in EM 385-1-1, Section 03.A.02.c.

*Note: Other Competent or Qualified Persons may be required per EM 385-1-1 and other sections of this Scope of Work, based on the characteristics of the project*

Accident Reporting – All accidents and near misses shall be investigated by the Contractor.

All work-related recordable injuries, illnesses and property damage accidents (excluding on-the-road vehicle accidents), in which the property damage exceeds $5,000.00, shall be verbally reported to the Technical Point of Contact within 4 hours of the incident. Serious accidents as described in EM 385-1-1 Section 01.D shall be immediately reported to the Technical Point of Contact or other project staff member. ENG Form 3394 shall be completed and submitted to the Technical Point of Contact within five working days of an incident.

The Contractor shall complete the attached “USACE Contractor Monthly Summary Record of Injuries/Illness and Work Hour Exposure” (for prime and its subcontractors) and forward the completed form to the GDA no later than close of business on the 5th calendar day of the following month. The method of transmission by the Contractor to the Technical Point of Contact shall be electronically.

Project staff reserve the right to cease work at any time should the safety of Federal employees, contractors, and/or public visitors become jeopardized. The Canal may experience a large volume of public recreation at the recreation areas and along the services roads. The Contractor will take due caution to ensure public safety while performing work.

Corps of Engineers employees may be in the area for the purpose of performing daily duties.

The contractor will cooperate fully with all staff in the area, and shall not impede the work of others in any way.

6. Pre-Work Conference –Prior to the start of any work, the Technical Point of Contact will schedule and conduct a “Pre-work Conference”. The Contractor’s Project Manager and Quality Control Personnel will attend this meeting. This conference will be held at a time and location agreeable to the government and contractor. No work may be performed under this contract prior to this conference. The purpose of the conference is to enable the Technical Point of Contact to outline the procedures that will be followed by the Government in its administration of the contract, and to discuss the performance that will be expected from the Contractor. This conference will allow the Contractor an opportunity to ask questions about the Government’s administration and inspection of contract work or obtain other pertinent information that might be required. At the Pre-work conference the contractor shall provide to the name of the project superintendent with a telephone number for project coordination.

The following is a general list of items for discussion during this Pre-work Conference:

i. Authority of the Technical Point of Contact and Quality Assurance Inspectors

ii. Contractor’s Safety Program and required submittals

iii. Accident Prevention Plan (Submitted & accepted prior to start of work on site)

iv. Accident Reporting (ENG Form 3394)

v. Contractor’s Quality Control Plan.

vi. Contractor’s Equipment (including a current written safety inspection)

vii. Correspondence Procedure

viii. Communications

ix. Administrative Procedures

x. Contractor Utilities

xi. Invoice and payment

7. Permits – The Contractor shall, without additional expense to the Government, be responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses, permits, and letters of certification. The Contractor shall comply with any applicable Federal, State, County, and Municipal laws, codes, and regulations in connection with the performance of the work specified under this contract.

8. Security – The contractor will comply with all established security policies at the Cape Cod Canal Project. Due to periods of heightened security that may affect the access to the areas covered under this contract, areas may be subject to periodic closures, which in turn may reduce or inhibit the Contractor’s ability to access certain areas. During periods of heightened security, the Government reserves the right, at any time, to close any property or portion of property and reschedule and/or cancel any subsequent service in an area. The Contractor shall be given at least 24 hour notice of any such closure.

9. Hazardous Weather- The Contractor shall comply with established hazardous weather policies at the Cape Cod Canal. In the event of hazardous weather areas may be subject to periodic closures or evacuations. The Government reserves the right, at any time, to close any property or portion of property and reschedule and/or cancel any subsequent service in an area. The Contractor shall be given 48 hour notice in the event a closure is needed due to hazardous conditions.

10. Contractor Conduct – The Contractor and Employees shall not use or be under the influence of drugs or alcohol at any time while performing the obligations under this contract or giving the public the appearance of same. Firearms are prohibited on project grounds.

Contractor and employees must comply with CFR 36 Rules and Regulations.

11. Payment – The contractor will furnish the Technical Point of Contact with one monthly invoice, stating the service performed and the amount to be paid. Payment shall be made monthly for the actual services performed at the applicable contract unit price.

All invoices may be emailed to:

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Cape Cod Canal Field Office PO Box 1555 Buzzards Bay, MA 02532 Attn: John Westlund

Email: John.W.Westlund@usace.army.mil Fax: (978) 318-8580

B. Technical Requirements

General Requirement:

1. Summary – Furnish all equipment, materials and labor to perform the grounds maintenance services at the Cape Cod Canal Project Area. The Cape Cod Canal areas include approximately 23 acres of bi-weekly mowing of recreation and compound areas and an additional 8 acres (approximate) of bi-weekly mowing of field areas.

2. Other Contracts – The Government may undertake or award other contracts for additional work not related to this contract, and the Contractor shall fully cooperate with other Contractors and Government employees. The contractor shall not commit or permit any act, which will interfere with the performance of work by another contractor, or by Government employees.

3. Preferred Sequence for Work Schedules – The Technical Point of Contact shall provide the Contractor with a preferred sequence, or order, of work. (Note: The Contractor must provide sufficient personnel and equipment to accomplish services stated in the contract). The Contractor will then be required to submit a work schedule for each service, and approximate times for beginning and ending of each required service listed.

Any proposed change to an approved schedule must be submitted in writing, coordinated and approved by the Technical Point of Contact in advance of actual schedule changes.

4. Damage to Government and Private Property – The Contractor shall be responsible for restoring any Government facilities or structures damaged as a result of the Contractor’s actions. The Contractor shall also be responsible for any damage to private property or injury to any person as a result of the firm’s operations. The Contractor shall notify the Technical Point of Contact immediately of damage to Government and private property and injury to any person resulting from the Contractors’ operation. Also, the Contractor shall notify the Technical Point of Contact of damage to Government facilities due to vandalism or other causes on the day such damage is first noticed. Trucks and/or trailers will be driven on existing roads only and not across or through park areas to facilities. The Contractor shall also restore landscape features (shrubs, flowers, grasses, etc.), which are damaged or destroyed by the firm’s operation. Damaged or destroyed grass areas shall be re-planted as directed by the Technical Point of Contact, and shrubs and flowers which are damaged or destroyed shall be replaced from nursery stock of like size and kind.

Damage to shrubs from trimming shall be repaired by the Contractor. If a plant becomes unhealthy due to damage, the contractor will be responsible for replacing the damaged plant with the same plant of the same size and type within 15 days of the damage being reported.

5. Contractor’s Personnel:

a. Minimum Personnel Requirements - The Contractor shall provide an adequate number of fully qualified personnel to perform the specified service properly and efficiently within the time limits specified. The Contractor shall provide a list of the names and contact phone numbers for all employees prior to them working on Government Property.

In addition, the following specific requirements shall be met:

i. At least one (1) on site contractor employee will be able to speak and understand English.

ii. For safety purposes, a minimum of two workers are required on site at all times.

iii. Workers are required to wear safety vests while performing services on Government Property.

b. Employee Conduct - The Contractor shall be responsible for seeing that the firm’s employees strictly comply withal Federal, State, and Municipal laws. Any personnel activity, which, in the opinion of the Government, is deemed detrimental to the performance of the contract may result in the removal of Contractor employee/employees.

Examples of unbecoming actions or conduct include but are not limited to the following:

i. Cursing, harassment, or discrimination of and/or unwarranted physical contact with visitors, Corps personnel, or other contractors

ii. Recurring written and/or verbal complaints from visitors, Corps personnel, or other contractors.

iii. Unsafe operation of vehicles while on US Army Corps of Engineers property.

c. Removal of Contractor’s Employees - The Technical Point of Contact may require the Contractor to immediately remove from the work site any employee of the Contractor or subcontractor, who, in the opinion of the Technical Point of

Contact, who endangers persons or property, or whose physical or mental condition is such that it would impair the employee’s ability to satisfactorily perform assigned work. Notification to the Contractor shall be promptly made in writing if time and circumstances permit. Otherwise, notification shall be verbal or by telephone, and shall be confirmed in writing as soon as possible. No such removal, however, will reduce the Contractor’s obligation to perform all work required under this contract, and immediate replacement will be made as required.

This requirement shall not be made the basis of any claim for compensation or damages against the United States or any of its officers or agents.

6. Inspections:

a. Contractor Quality Control - The Contractor is responsible for establishing and maintaining an adequate quality control system to satisfactorily inspect and ensure that all work performed by the Contractor’s organization in each separate service is in full compliance with this contract and the instructions, provisions, specifications, drawings, and maps herein.

b. Pre-mowing Inspection-The Contractor shall survey the park or area and report all damage or vandalism to the Technical Point of Contact prior to commencement of service in each area. Any damage found thereafter by the Government’s inspector that has not been previously reported by the Contractor shall be assumed to be damage caused by the Contract’s operation, and shall be repaired, replaced, or deducted from the invoice, as determined by the Technical Point of Contact, at no cost to the Government.

c. General Inspection - Upon the completion of each mowing cycle, the Contractor will perform an inspection of all areas under this contract to ensure compliance with the performance requirements. The Contractor or his representative must be able to commit personnel, equipment, and resources to correct deficiencies. The Services Inspection Form (form to be provided to the Contractor at the pre-work conference) will be submitted to the Technical Point of Contact to allow verification of results for payment. A Government representative may accompany the contractor on an inspection of completed work and will identify any contract deficiencies. Any deficiencies noted will be corrected within original contract time frames or appropriate deductions in payment will be made.

d. Equipment/Supplies Inspections - The Technical Point of Contact may inspect required equipment and, supplies at any time when in use on Government property. Any equipment found deficient shall be removed from service immediately until faulty conditions have been corrected and passed by the Technical Point of Contact. No such removal will reduce the Contractor’s obligation to perform all work required within the time scheduled under this contract. This requirement shall not be made the basis of any claim for compensation or damages against the United States or any of its officers or agents.

e. Government Inspections - The Government will monitor the Contractor’s service performance and make deductions accordingly.

7. Equipment

a) Condition of Equipment– All equipment used to perform work under this contract must be in good operating and mechanical condition and comply with EM 385-1-1, Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements. A regular schedule of preventive maintenance must be followed on all equipment.

All vehicles utilized under this contract will be presentable, serviceable, and shall comply with safety standards. The Contractor’s vehicles will be clearly marked with the business name while in all service areas.

b) Type of Equipment

i. Mowers shall be rotary type and equipped with suitable protective devices to prevent flying objects from injuring people or damaging property.

Mowers must have slides or wheels, which will prevent tearing or plowing into the turf. The contractor will be held accountable for re-turfing if equipment causes gouging or plowing. In areas where it is not possible to use a tractor-mounted mower the contractor shall use small mowing equipment such as lawn and garden tractors; push mowers, weed eaters and other small power-mowing equipment, and/or manual mowing tools.

ii. String trimmers may be gasoline or electrically-operated. The use of steel or other type of cord that will cause damage to trees, shrubs, etc., will not be allowed in string trimmers. Powered string trimmers will not be used to trim around saplings that are less than three (3) inches diameter at 4-1/2 inches above ground level. Trimming around said saplings shall be accomplished using hand-operated trimmers. Contractor will be required to replace any saplings/trees/shrubs damaged by the firm’s operation.

c) Equipment Storage – No Government space or facilities shall be provided under this contract.

C. Service Requirements

1. Sustainability Requirement - All products provided by the contractor must meet the recycled content requirements set forth by the EPA. Products that fall under these requirements are things such as hoses, compost, lawn and garden edging, etc. The list of approved products is periodically updated, please check the EPA website for the most current list: https://www.epa.gov/smm/comprehensive-procurement-guideline-cpg-program#products.

Furthermore, the contractor should also meet the BioPreferred Program requirements set in place by the USDA. These will include products such as fertilizers, vegetation control chemicals, erosion control materials, etc. For the most current list of products, please visit: https://www.biopreferred.gov/BioPreferred/faces/catalog/Catalog.xhtml.

2. Mowing Requirements: Cut and power mow grass to a height of not more than two and one-half (2-1/2) inches or less than two (2) inches in each area around each facility and down to the water line. Mowing shall be uniform with no uncut or uneven areas resulting from mowing, overlap, wheel rollover, etc. Mowing shall be conducted in such a manner so there is no wheel damage to the turf or any damage to concrete edges, signs, fences, or trees. Mowing shall not take place close enough to facilities to cause damage. Mowing with heavy tractors will not be permitted when the ground is so wet or boggy that the mowing operations will cause wheel rutting. Mowing under these conditions shall be accomplished by use of smaller mowing equipment as mentioned above.

3. Trimming Requirements: Trim grass to a height of not more than two and one-half (2- 1/2) inches or less than two (2) inches in the area around each facility. Trimming, edging shall be conducted in such a manner so there is no damage to the turf or any damage to concrete edges, signs, fences, or trees. Areas adjacent to facilities must be trimmed using other types of equipment such as string trimmers. Trimming shall be accomplished around all vertical objects such as against buildings, guard posts, fences, tables, trash receptacles, electrical pedestals, water fountains, hose bibs, cookers/grills, etc. Trimming shall be done at a minimum each time mowing is performed. The Technical Point of Contact may determine that area/facility trimming is required in conjunction with maintenance work and that mowing services are not required.

4. Grounds Cleaning: Grounds cleaning will be performed in conjunction with scheduled mowing services, in order to leave the mowing area with an overall neat and clean appearance. The grounds cleaning shall remove all obvious and noticeable trash and litter from the mowing limits which are designated as the mowing boundaries on the location maps attached to these specifications. All trash and litter shall be removed and properly disposed of in bulk refuse receptacles. All clippings from mowing and trimming shall be removed from mow areas, including: sidewalks, parking lots, picnic and bench pads, and walkways.

5. Landscaping: Landscaping will include trimming and shaping shrubs. Shrubs will be trimmed 8 to 12 inches away from buildings, walkways, handrails and stairs. Shrubs will be trimmed back so as not to overgrow other shrubs in the landscaped areas. Weed, leaves, needles branches and litter will be removed from the shrub beds. Weeds will be removed from around designated tree rings and tree wells, sidewalks and patio areas as well as from curbs and curb stops in all parking lots except Herring Run, Three Panel and Belmont Rock.

6. Mulching and Fertilizing – The Contractor will apply a layer of bark mulch consisting of not less the 75% hemlock (commonly known as New England Blend). Color of mulch shall be brown. The Contractor will supply and apply and organic slow release 5/3/3 fertilizer at a rate of one 8 ounce cup per every three sq. feet of shrub area.

7. Leaf Removal –The Contractor will provide leaf removal services during mowing operations during October and November. Leaf collection systems shall be used during mowing in October and November. Leaves collected shall be deposited off-site.

8. Weed Removal: Weed removal will include complete physical removal of all plant material within fence areas to include roots while leaving bluestone intact. Herbicides shall not be used.

9. Restrictions – All mowing and trimming required in a park or area shall be completed and inspected by the Contractor’s Quality Control Inspector prior to beginning work in another park or area. The contractor shall notify Technical Point of Contact or immediately upon completion of services, so that the Army Corps of Engineers may inspect the work. The Contractor shall be responsible for correction of any and all deficiencies discovered by the Quality Assurance inspection within twenty-four (24) hours at no additional cost to the Government.

10. Changes To Frequency and/or Quantities - The Government reserves the option, should it become necessary, to decrease scheduled service frequencies and/or facility quantities in any or all project areas. The Government may also, at any time during the duration of this contract, close any property or portion of the property and delete any subsequent service in the closed property or area. The Contractor shall be given adequate notification to prepare for either contingency. This decrease will be deducted from or paid for in accordance with the bidding schedule or a negotiated cost. In addition, the Technical Point of Contact may, on special occasions decide to reschedule a service frequency in order to avoid conflict with visitation or unnecessary expense. A minimum of twenty-four hours notification shall be given to the Contractor in such cases.

D. Service Locations

The services for this contract are located at the following locations A. South Side Recreation Areas and Radar Sites are all located on the South Side (Cape

Side) of the Cape Cod Canal:

i. Sandcatcher Rec. Area [Locations 7, 19 & 25]

ii. Bulkhead Rec. Area [Locations 6 & 31]

iii. Sandwich Rec. Area [Locations 5 & 26]

iv. Sandwich Radar Site [Location 35]

v. Field D South Service Road [Location 18]

vi. Radar Site 260 [Location 33]

vii. Midway Rec. Area [Location 8 & 27]

viii. Bourne Rec. Area [Location 9 & 28]

ix. Bourne (unimproved) [Location 14]

x. Tidal Flats Rec. Area. [Locations 10 & 29]

xi. Wings Neck Radar Site (7 miles south of the Bourne Bridge) [Location 13]

B. North Side Recreation Areas, Substation and Radar Sites are located on the North Side (Mainland Side) of the Cape Cod Canal and include:

i. Cape Cod Canal Field Office [Location 12]

ii. Buzzards Bay Rec. Area [Locations 11 & 20]

iii. Substation 340 [Location 34]

iv. Fields A, B and C [Locations 15, 16 & 17 respectively]

v. Herring Run [Locations 3 & 23]

vi. Sagamore Rec. Area. [Locations 4 & 24]

vii. Belmont Rock Rec. Area. [Locations 2 & 22]

viii. Three Pane Sign Rec. Area [Location 1 & 21]

ix. Radar Site 160. [Location 32]

The Contractor shall complete 100% of the work required for Service Area before going on to next Service Area. The Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials and equipment necessary to perform the following tasks:

1. Cape Code Canal – Bi-Weekly Mowing/Recreation and Compound Areas

a. Service Requirement:

1. Mowing

2. Trimming

3. Grounds Cleaning

4. Leaf Removal (October & November Only)

b. Service Area: 23 acres – See Location 1 through 12 Maps, Including:

1. Three Panel Sign (0.6 acres)

2. Belmont Rock (0.1 acres)

3. Herring Run (1.5 acres)

4. Sagamore Rec. Area (0.4 acres)

5. Sandwich Rec. Area (3.0 acres)

6. Bulkhead Area (1.8 acres)

7. Sandcatcher Rec. Area (1.25 acres)

8. Midway Rec. Area (5.4 acres)

9. Bourne Rec. South (1.3 acres)

10. Tidal Flats Rec. Area (1.0 acres)

11. Buzzards Bay Rec. Area (1.6 acres)

12. Canal Field Office (4.8 acres)

c. Service Schedule:

1. Bi-Weekly (Once Every Two Weeks)

2. April – November for approximately 16 services events

3. Specific start date to be coordinated with the Technical Point of Contact

2. Cape Code Canal – Bi-Weekly Mowing/Field Areas

1. Mowing

2. Trimming

3. Grounds Cleaning

b. Service Area: 8 acres – See Location 13 through 19 Maps, Including:

13. Wings Neck Radar Site (0.5 acres)

14. Bourne (unimproved) (0.5) acres

15. Field A , North Service Road (4.5 acres)

16. Field B, Bourne Scenic Park (0.5 acres)

17. Field C, Sagamore (1.0 acres)

18. Field D, South Service Road (0.4 acres)

19. Field E, Sandcatcher (0.4 acres)

c. Service Schedule:

1. Bi-Weekly

2. April – November for approximately 16 services events

3. Specific date to be coordinated with the Technical Point of Contact

3. Cape Code Canal – Landscaping Services

1. Landscaping

2. Mulching and Fertilizing (May Only)

b. Service Area: See Location 20 through 31 Maps, Including:

20. Buzzards Bay Rec. Area

21. Three Panel Sign

22. Belmont Rock

23. Herring Run

24. Sagamore Rec. Area

25. Sandcatcher Rec. Area

26. Sandwich Rec. Area

27. Midway Rec. Area

28. Bourne Rec. South

29. Tidal Flats Rec. Area

30. Canal Field Office

31. Bulkhead Area

c. Service Schedule:

1. Three Schedule Services

2. May – 1st Week, July – 2nd Week & September – 2nd Week

3. Specific Day to be coordinated with the Technical Point of Contact

4. Cape Code Canal – Substation Weeding

1. Weeding

2. Mulching and Fertilizing

b. Service Area: See Location 32 through 35 Maps, Including:

32. Radar Site 160

33. Radar Site 160

34. Sandwich Radar Site

35. Substation 360

c. Service Schedule:

1. Once

2. Specific Date to be coordinated with the Technical Point of Contact

(End of Summary of Changes)