Amendment W912WJ20Q0129-0002.pdf

W912WJ20Q0129

W13G86012756510001

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 address concerns from industry regarding the crane pad area. Updated Performance Work Statement along w ith informational photos attached.

Closing extended to 16 Sept 2020 at 2:00 PM Eastern.

All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

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 08-Sep-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 W912WJ20Q0129

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

25-Aug-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

08-Sep-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

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SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

SECTION SF 1449 - CONTINUATION SHEET

SOLICITATION/CONTRACT FORM

The required response date/time has changed from 08-Sep-2020 12:00 AM to 16-Sep-2020 02:00 PM.

The following have been added by full text:

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION

Question 1: After reviewing the site, last year our subcontractor was setting up 100ft from radius point, and now they are setting up 200ft from the radius point. Is there a way we can get the parameters set back to 100ft to get this job done the way it was performed last year?

Answer 1: Yes the crane pad area can be moved provided the added Outrigger Pad/Mat requirements are met.

The new location for the crane pad area at this location is closer to the trash racks as indicated in Informational Photos 4 and 6.

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT-revised

DEBRIS REMOVAL – LOG BOOM AND TRASH RACK AREA

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS

FRANKLIN FALLS DAM

FRANKLIN, NEW HAMPSHIRE

Performance Work Statement

I. General:

1. Scope – Furnish all labor, materials and equipment necessary to remove all debris from the

Log Boom & Trash Rack at the Franklin Falls Dam and place in specified catchment areas.

2. Location – Franklin Falls Dam is located at 46 Granite Drive, Franklin, NH 03235.

3. Site Visit – Contact the Technical Point of Contact to arrange a site visit. The Technical Point of Contact for the project is Park Ranger, Dan Lapolla (978-318-8327 or daniel.g.lapolla@usace.army.mil).

4. Schedule – The period of performance will be from contract award through 30 November 2020. Onsite work will not start prior to 1 October 2020 due to other contractual obligations.

Work shall be performed Monday through Friday 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM unless otherwise approved be the Technical Point of Contact. No work shall be done of weekends or Government holidays. The contractor will provide a minimum of seven days’ notice prior to the start of the debris removal activities. The debris removal activities will be completed within two weeks of the start of debris removal activities.

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

Project staff reserve the right to cease work at any time should the safety of employees, Contractors, and/or the public become jeopardized.

a. 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 below in paragraph C. A non-mandatory, fillable APP template is available upon request.

However, the contractor is permitted to submit their own plan, at a minimum it must meet the requirements of EM 385-1-1, Appendix A, Section K.

A preparatory meeting shall be conducted by the prime contractor to discuss the APP contents with all effected onsite employees. The Prime Contractor is 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.

Weekly safety meetings shall be held and documented. Records shall be available to the TPOC upon request.

b. Activity Hazard Analysis (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. The AHA shall be continuously reviewed and revised to address changing site conditions as appropriate.

NOTE: As part of the APP and AHAs include site specific COVID-19 monitoring procedures which address, at a minimum, the following elements:

Procedures for periodic sanitation inspections.

Procedures for disinfecting project sites in accordance with CDC guidelines.

Site specific measures to practice social distancing while working on the project.

Employee training on the signs, symptoms, and protection measures in accordance with CDC guidelines.

A list of PPE to be used in accordance with CDC and state guidelines.

c. Emergency Response:

Emergency procedures shall be documented in the Abbreviated Accident Prevention Plan and will include a map with directions to the nearest hospital, emergency contact numbers, and onsite First Aid/CPR responders.

d. 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 at a minimum completed a 10 Hour OSHA training.

In addition, when emergency medical services are not accessible within five (5) minutes of the work location and there are two (2) or more workers onsite, at least two (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/or other sections of this Performance Work Statement, based on the characteristics of the project*

e. 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 TPOC within four (4) hours of the incident. Serious accidents as described in EM 385-1-1 Section 01.D shall be immediately reported to the TPOC. ENG Form 3394 shall be completed and submitted to the TPOC within five (5) working days of the incident.

The Contractor shall compile employee work hours (including subcontractors) and forward the total hours to the TPOC no later than close of business on the 10th calendar day of the following month. The method of transmission by the prime contractor to the TPOC shall be electronically.

6. Specific Safety Section- Cranes/Load Handling Equipment (LHE):

a. General: All load handling and crane operations are required to be completed in accordance with EM 385-1-1, Section 16. These requirements are applicable to load handling equipment (LHE) to include cranes, derricks, hoists and power-operated equipment that can be used to raise, lower and/or horizontally move a suspended load.

This includes excavators, forklifts, and other equipment when used with rigging.

b. Submittals: A Standard Lift Plan is required to be submitted and approved by the GDA prior to any lifting operations. USACE can provide a non-mandatory, fillable template plan. However, the contractor is permitted to submit their own plan, at a minimum it must include the items listed in EM 385-1-1, Section 16.A.03:

i. Personnel: roles, responsibilities, qualification/certifications, operator medical clearances;

ii. Area Preparation: load handling location and path of travel, blocking/cribbing, overhead lines, ground stability; control/restrict personnel access near lift;

iii. LHE Considerations: capacity/ratings, configuration, obstructions, inspection, ground support conditions;

iv. Load parameters: weight, center of gravity, radii, and configuration;

v. Rigging: type, inspection, rating, need for softeners;

vi. Environmental Considerations: wind, storms, precipitation, power lines in area of travel or load swing, counterweight swing area barricaded.

vii. Certificate of Compliance for LHE and Rigging (Form 16-1)

viii. Documentation of operational tests and annual/shift inspections;

ix. Documentation of the wire rope’s working load limit (WLL) from the manufacturer;

x. A copy of the crane’s specification/technical data sheets. (PDF version is acceptable).

c. Critical Lifts: A Critical Lift Plan (Form 16-3, or equivalent, in accordance with

16.H.02.d) is required for lifts involving the characteristics listed in EM 385-1-1, 16.H.01:

i. Lifts involving hazardous materials (e.g., explosives, highly volatile substances);

ii. Hoisting personnel with LHE;

iii. Lifts made with more than one LHE;

iv. Lifts where the center of gravity could change;

v. Lifts made when the load weight is 75% of the rated capacity of the LHE load chart or more (not applicable to gantry, overhead or bridge cranes);

vi. Lifts without the use of outriggers using rubber tire load charts;

vii. Lifts using more than one hoist on the same LHE;

viii. Lifts involving Multiple Lift Rigging (MLR) Assemblies or other non-routine or technically difficult rigging arrangements;

ix. Lifts involving submerged loads;

x. Lifts out of the operator’s view;

xi. Load Tests;

xii. When land-based LHE mounted on barges, pontoons or other means of flotation are required to travel while lifting the load;

xiii. Any lift the operator believes should be considered critical.

d. Crane Operators: Crane Operators must meet the requirements of EM 385-1-1, Section

16.B. Prior to the start of crane activities, documentation of operator certifications, qualifications and designations must be submitted to the GDA for review.

i. Certification for all crane/hoist operators shall be achieved by successful completion of written and operational testing hosted by a Nationally Accredited Crane Operator Testing Organization (or other option as listed in 16.B.03.)

ii. Crane operators shall have a current medical exam certificate (signed by an M.D. or

D.O.) dated within the past 2 years, that states the operator meets the proper physical qualifications listed in EM 385-1-1, Section 16.B.05. (Refer to the Crane Operator Medical Clearance Form included in Crane-LHE Lift Plan template).

e. Qualified Riggers (QRs): Employers must designate in writing which employees are

QRs and the specific rigging tasks for which they are qualified. All QR’s must meet the requirements listed in EM 385-1-1, Section 15.B.01:

i. Have extensive knowledge, training & experience to sufficiently calculate loads, load weights, safe capacities and apply other safe rigging principles/procedures;

ii. Demonstrate the ability to utilize rigging materials and principles, and;

iii. Be capable of safely inspecting and performing rigging operations.

iv. Effectively communicate, be over 18 years of age, and have basic knowledge of LHE capabilities and limitations.

v. Have demonstrated knowledge and proficiency in the items listed in EM 385-1-1, Section 15.B.02:

1) Personnel roles and responsibilities;

2) Site preparation (terrain, environment);

3) Rigging equipment and materials;

4) Safe Hoisting Equipment operating procedures;

5) Principles of safe rigging;

6) Environmental hazards (includes overhead interferences)

7) Rigging and handling the load;

8) Identify hoisting-related hazards;

9) The associated hazards when employee is required to be in the fall zone to handle a load;

f. Signal Person: A signal person is required to be utilized onsite when the operator cannot maintain a full view of the load and the load travel paths at all times the load is rigged to the equipment. A signal person must meet the qualifications listed in EM 385-1-1, Section 16.B.06

i. All signal persons must be qualified and trained by Qualified Evaluator (trainer).

Documentation must be provided by the Evaluator and must specify each type of signaling (e.g., hand signals, radio signals, etc.) for which they were trained.

ii. A Signal Person must:

1) Know and understand the type of signals used (radio, cell, hand, etc.) If hand signals are used, the signal person must know and understand the Standard Method for hand signals;

2) Be competent in the application of the type of signals used;

3) Have a basic understanding of crane operation and limitations, including crane dynamics involved in swinging and stopping loads and boom deflection from hoisting loads;

4) Demonstrate that he/she meets the requirements above through a written and practical test;

g. Operational Testing: An operational test is required to be completed in accordance with

ANSI/ASME, the manufacture’s recommendations, and 16.F.02 when one of the following criteria is met:

i. Before initial use of a crane after a load bearing/controlling part or component, (brake, travel component, or clutch) has been altered, replaced, or repaired.

*Adding/removing counterweights is not considered load controlling/load bearing*

ii. Every time a crane or hoisting equipment(s) is reconfigured or re-assembled after disassembly (to include booms);

iii. Every time a crane and/or hoisting equipment is brought onto a USACE project;

iv. Every year during annual inspection;

Operations testing, at a minimum, shall include the components listed in EM 385-1-1, Section 16.F.02.c:

1) Load lifting and lowering mechanisms;

2) Boom lifting and lowering mechanisms;

3) Boom extension and retraction mechanisms;

4) Swinging mechanisms;

5) Travel mechanisms;

6) Safety devices;

7) Operational aids;

h. Shift Inspections: Before every LHE operation (at beginning of each shift or following a change of operator) a Competent Person shall, at a minimum, visually inspect the crane in accordance with EM 385-1-1, Section 16.D, applicable ASME standards, OSHA regulations and the manufacturer’s recommendations. Equipment shall not be used until this inspection demonstrates that no corrective action is required.

i. The shift inspection must be documented and shall include the results of the inspection, name and signature of the CP who conducted the inspection and the date of the inspection;

ii. Documentation shall be maintained for a minimum of 12 months, or the life of the contract, whichever is longer;

i. Load Test: A load test is required to be completed when one of the criteria is met in EM 385-1-1, Section 16.F.03. They include:

i. Before initial use of crane or hoisting equipment in which a load bearing or load controlling part or component, brake, travel component, or clutch has been altered, replaced, or repaired;

ii. Every time a crane or hoisting equipment(s) is reconfigured or re-assembled after disassembly (to include booms);

iii. When the manufacturer requires load testing;

NOTE: Load Testing shall be performed at 100 to 110% of the ANTICIPATED LOAD for the specified configuration, not to exceed 100% of the manufacturer's load chart at the configuration of the test. The actual anticipated load itself may be used as the test load if approved by the GDA.

7. 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 the 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 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 (including sub-contractors).

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

iv. Crane Inspections & Load Testing

v. Safety Meetings (Documented on NED Form 251)

vi. Accident Reporting (ENG Form 3394)

vii. Safety Data Sheet (SDS) requirements

viii. Contractor’s Equipment

ix. Correspondence, Communication, Security and Administrative Procedures.

x. Invoice and payment.

8. 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.

9. Security – The contractor will comply with all established security policies at the Franklin Falls Dam. Due to periods of heightened security that may affect the access to the areas covered under this contract, the Government reserves the right to close any property or portion of property and reschedule and/or cancel any subsequent service. The Contractor shall be given at least 24 hour notice of any such closure.

10. Flooding – Franklin Falls Dam is a flood control project. Occasional retention of floodwaters may inundate portions of the dam property or access roads in the areas covered by this contract. The Technical Point of Contact will notify the Contractor as areas are closed as a result of floodwaters. When flooding ends and waters recede, the Technical Point of Contact will notify the Contractor as areas reopen and services may resume.

11. Contractor Conduct – Alcohol and firearms are prohibited on project grounds. Contractor and employees must comply with CFR 36 Rules and Regulations.

12. Payment – The contractor shall furnish the Technical Point of Contact with one invoice per month. The invoice shall include the invoice date, contract number, dates of service, description of work, quantities, and total amount due per line item. The invoice must also include the company letterhead and this must match the data that is registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) registry. Payment shall be made monthly for the actual services performed at the applicable contract unit price.

All invoices may be mailed to U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Franklin Falls Dam

46 Granite Drive Franklin, New Hampshire 03235

Or Emailed to daniel.g.lapolla@usace.army.mil

II. Technical Requirements:

Part 1 General:

1. Summary – Furnish all equipment, materials, labor, and transportation necessary to remove all debris from the Franklin Falls Dam Log Boom and Trash Rack and place in specified catchment areas (See photos 1-5 for additional information). Contractor’s work and responsibility shall include, but not be limited to, all job planning, programming, scheduling, administration, inspection, personnel, equipment, vehicles, fuel, materials, supplies, supervision, and quality control necessary to perform the various services required herein.

2. Submittals – Although the Government technically reviews submissions required by this Performance Work Statement, it is emphasized that the Contractor’s work must be completed using proper internal controls and review procedures. The documents identified below must be prepared in accordance with the applicable standards, submitted to the Technical Point of Contact for review and accepted by the Government prior to the commencement of any field activities.

NOTE: Suggested forms and templates may be obtained by contacting the Technical Point of Contact.

Accident Prevention Plan (APP) & Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) CDL Driver’s Licenses for all workers operating vehicles requiring a Commercial

Driver’s License (e.g. Mobile Crane, Dump Truck or Tractor Trailer Truck) Boat Operating Certifications (USCG Auxiliary, National Association of Safe

Boating Law Administrators, or equivalent) Crane Operation Certifications for the operator of specific crane(s) to be used onsite

(Nationally Accredited Crane Operator Testing Organization) Crane Operator’s Physical Qualifications/Examination (must be completed by a

D.O. or M.D.)

Standard Lift Plan/Critical Lift Plan Rigging and Signal Person Certifications Equipment Inspections, Certifications, and Registration o Annual Crane Inspection o Crane registration and certification documents o Crane Inspection Checklist from EM 385-1-1 o Daily Shift Inspections o Operational Test o Load Test

Safety Certificates o Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) – 10-hr OSHA Construction Safety

Class or equivalent within last 3 years and a minimum of 3 years safety work on similar projects

Equipment Specification Sheets o Crane Lift Charts o Boom Angle Lift Charts o Clamshell Specification

Safety Data Sheets

3. References – All work shall be in conformance with:

a. EM 385-1-1.16 Load Handling Equipment

b. EM 385-1-1.15 Rigging

c. EM 385-1-1.18 Vehicles Machinery and Equipment

d. EM 385-1-1.13 Hand and Power tools

e. EM 385-1-1.13.F Chainsaws

f. EM 385-1-1.19 Floating Plants and Marine Activities (Motorboats)

g. Other appropriate Federal, State, and Local codes

4. 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.

5. 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.

6. Clean Up and Waste Disposal – The contractor shall practice good housekeeping to maintain a safe job site. The contractor shall keep the work area, including any designated storage areas free from accumulation of waste materials. Upon completing work in an area the contractor shall remove any tools, equipment, and materials that are not the property of the Government. Any and all disturbed areas resulting from contractor activities shall be restored by the contractor to the satisfaction of the Technical Point of Contact. All waste material will be disposed off site in accordance with all Federal, State, and Local regulations.

7. Environmental Protection – Containers for excess and/ or waste materials, rubbish, etc. shall be provided by the contractor at the site, and the site will be inspected/ cleaned on a daily basis when working onsite. Water, air and land resources shall not be adversely impacted during the course of the work. The contractor will take necessary steps to ensure all Federal, State, and Local environmental regulatory requirements are met at no additional cost to the Government. Assurance of compliance with this section by subcontractors shall be the responsibility of the contractor.

8. Building Protection – Any involved building or structure, and all of its contents shall be protected from the elements during the duration of this contract. The contractor shall keep on site the means to quickly cover and protect all areas open to the elements during an unforeseen weather related event that could cause damage to the building and or any of its contents during all phases of this contract.

9. Personal Protective Equipment - It is the contractor’s responsibility to furnish and supply personnel with the proper personal protective equipment necessary for performing the work.

10. Government Resources –The contractor shall carefully conserve the use of electricity provided. The contractor shall supply his own means of communication (telephone).

There is not a restroom available at the contract site, and there is no access to potable water at the contract site. The contractor would have to provide these resources or have an acceptable alternative plan for these resources.

Note: The contractor may use the restroom at the Franklin Falls Dam Project Office but must proceed directly to and from the restroom.

11. Damage to Government and Private Property – The contractor shall be responsible for restoring all Government facilities or structures damaged as a result of the contractor’s operation. The contractor shall also be responsible for any damage to private property or injury to any person as a result of the contractor’s operation. 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 contractor’s 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 contractor’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.

12. 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.

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

b. Employee Conduct - The Contractor shall be responsible for seeing that the contractor’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 and/or termination of the contract.

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.

13. Quality Assurance – The contractor is responsible for the quality control of the contract work. The contractor shall establish and maintain a quality control system to assure compliance with the contract requirements. The government has the right to inspect and test all items called for by the contract, to the extent practicable at all times and at all places during the term of the contract.

14. 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. General Inspection - Upon the completion of each service requirement, the Contractor will perform an inspection of all areas under this contract to insure compliance with the Performance Work Statement. The Contractor or their 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.

c. 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.

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

15. Receiving and Storing Materials – The contractor is responsible for protecting any stored material until it is placed in service. The contractor is responsible for receiving and unloading of delivered goods. Government employees will not receive materials or supplies for the contractor and will not be responsible for damage to the contractor’s equipment or materials.

16. Requests for information – Requests concerning the work of this project should be directed to the Technical Point of Contact, Dan Lapolla at 978-318-8327 or daniel.g.lapolla@usace.army.mil.

17. Omissions – This contract may not cover all specified activities, steps, and procedures required to supply the contract product. In case of omission, the normal industry, state, or federal standards, practices, specifications, and/or guides shall prevail. In no instance shall an omission be reason to produce less than an acceptable product.

Part 2 Equipment:

1. 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.

2. Type of Equipment-

a. Cranes: The Contractor shall provide a crane, operator, qualified rigger and signal person, each of which must be able to work and/or provide signals for clamshell bucket operation. The crane must be at least a minimum of a 100-ton crane with a 90-foot boom.

b. Clamshell Bucket: The clamshell bucket must be at least a ½ yard bucket. It shall be constructed to handle heavy and oddly shaped debris loads.

c. Debris Pushing Motorboat: The contractor must provide a minimum of one debris pushing boat with motor, 25HP minimum, and a two-person crew with tools and equipment necessary to facilitate the clearing of the log boom area and trash rack. NOTE: All waterborne activities must conform to COE EM 385- 1-1, to include a USCG Auxiliary, National Association of Safe Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) certification. All Coast Guard approved safety devices for a small vessel must be on board, operational, and used properly during any waterborne work. Including the proper wearing of a coast guard approved Personal Floatation Device.

d. Chainsaw or Cutting Equipment: The contractor shall provide appropriate gasoline powered cutting equipment for cutting woody debris of various sizes that may be considerably laden with silt or soil and may occasionally contain manmade objects including nails, screws, cables, and other potentially hazardous objects. Any cutting equipment used in the debris removal work must include the manufacturer’s current safety standards and conform to COE EM 385-1-1. The operator of such cutting equipment must also be properly outfitted with the appropriate safety gear for the job in conformance with COE EM 385-1-1.

3. Mobilization, Demobilization, and Other Equipment Costs: The scope will include mobilization and demobilization, fuel surcharge and any permits to get the equipment to the Franklin Falls Dams and the contractor shall bid this accordingly.

4. Equipment Storage: The Corps of Engineers will provide a storage area and parking for contractor personnel. The contractor may store certain pieces of equipment during the duration of the debris removal activities. Any equipment storage must be coordinated and approved by the Technical Point of Contact. The contractor is responsible for protecting any stored material until it is placed in service. The contractor is responsible for receiving and unloading of delivered equipment or material. Government employees will not receive equipment or materials for the contractor and will not be responsible for damage to contractor equipment or material.

Part 3 Materials and Supplies:

1. Provided by Government:

a. N/A

2. Provided by Contractor:

a. The Contractor shall supply all Materials and Supplies to accomplish the requirements of this contract.

Part 4 Service Requirements:

1. General: The Contractor shall furnish all equipment, materials, labor and transportation to remove all debris from the log boom and the trash racks (See Informational Photos 1-6). Access to each location shall be provided by the project staff each day during the contract work. Project staff will open necessary locked gates each morning and will close and secure the gates each afternoon after confirming the contractor staff is out of the area.

NOTE: All load handling and crane operations are required to be completed in accordance with EM 385-1-1, Section 16. These requirements are applicable to load handling equipment (LHE) to include cranes, derricks, hoists and power-operated equipment that can be used to raise, lower and/or horizontally move a suspended load.

This includes excavators, forklifts, and other equipment when used with rigging.

River Debris For the purpose of this contract river debris will be considered to be in one of two categories and shall be sorted as follows:

a. Woody Debris: Woody Debris is considered to be any woody vegetation in the form of logs, stumps, shrubs, branches, any boards or lumber including pallets, plywood, stakes, posts, carrying timbers, and other like items.

b. Other Debris: Other Debris may include various trash materials such as Styrofoam and plastic containers, tires, propane cylinders and other non-valuable items. Other debris that may not be woody type debris shall be removed and separated from the woody debris so that it may be disposed of separately. The Contractor is responsible for proper offsite disposal of other debris in accordance with all federal, state, and local environmental regulatory requirements.

2. Log Boom Debris Removal Requirements: The preferred sequence of work would be for the log boom area to be cleaned of debris before beginning debris removal work at the trash rack. Typically any debris that becomes free of the log boom will drift downstream towards the dam and be caught on the trash racks. All floating debris as well as any submerged debris within two feet of the riverbed must be removed. Typical river levels are between 10- 15 feet. The log boom shall be clear of any caught or hung debris, as well as submerged debris so that any restriction of water flow is minimized. The contractor shall utilize the motorboat to push, pull, tow, or otherwise direct the debris towards the riverbank nearest the clamshell. This may require pulling or towing the debris from its location so that it may be removed with the clamshell.

3. Trash Racks Debris Removal Requirements: Debris from the trash rack area shall be removed from the entire inflow area. This includes submerged debris from the water level down to the concrete bib on the river bottom. This includes guiding the clamshell between each of the concrete piers and capturing any debris that is within those areas from the water’s surface to the concrete bib on the river bottom.

4. Franklin Falls River Debris Removal Requirements: All debris shall be transported from the river locations to a debris catchment areas (See Informational Photo 5 & 6) for temporary storage.

Part 5 Service Locations:

The services for this contract are located in Franklin, NH.

1. Franklin Falls Dam Log Boom Area – River Debris Removal

a. Service Requirement:

i. Log Boom Debris Removal

b. Service Area: See Informational Photo 1 & 5

i. The log boom is a series of connected floating logs that is cabled across the

Pemigewasset River holding debris just upstream of the Franklin Falls Dam gatehouse.

ii. Access to the log boom is through a dirt road from the east side of the river through main project entrance.

iii. There is an area large enough for equipment to move and turn around.

iv. The contractor supplied debris pushing boat shall be launched into the river by a nearby boat ramp.

v. The river flows may hamper pushing and pulling of debris along the log boom. In this occurrence the Franklin Falls Dam project staff may coordinate river flow changes to allow for more effective and safe debris removal, however this is subject to approval and dependent on factors such as downstream conditions.

vi. A general inspection of the log boom and the log boom connections shall be conducted while on the water and any unfavorable conditions or conditions indicating damage shall be reported to the Technical Point of Contact.

vii. Debris will be temporarily placed in the log boom debris catchment area, which is an area just upstream of the log boom on the east bank of the Pemigewasset River within reach of the crane’s set up location (See Informational Photo 1 & 5), while awaiting transportation. The specific area is to be coordinated with the Technical Point of Contact.

c. Service Schedule:

i. One cleaning of the log boom

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

2. Franklin Falls Dam Trash Racks Area – River Debris Removal

a. Service Requirement:

i. Trash Rack Debris Removal

b. Service Area: See Informational Photo 4 & 6.

i. The trash rack consists of vertical concrete piers through which the Pemigewasset River flows through the Franklin Falls Dam. The trash racks generally collect floating debris in a perpendicular alignment to the piers; however, some debris does enter through the piers.

ii. The river bottom in this area is a concrete bib, and debris can be found throughout the entire water column in this area which is normally an approximate 10 feet in depth.

iii. Access to the trash racks are through a dirt road from the east side of the river through main project entrance.

iv. The area for the crane setup is on the east side of the river just behind/below the gatehouse (See Information Photo 6).

v. A recently installed wall drain is under the area where the crane can set up for picking debris from the trash racks. To prevent compaction of this drain system, the Contractor shall place larger outrigger pads/mats in order to distribute the crane’s ground bearing pressure over this area.

vi. The river flows may hamper pushing and pulling of debris off of or out of the trash racks. Another concern would be clamshell being pulled into the trash racks and becoming lodged in the intake works.

vii. During debris removal at this location the Technical Point of Contact will attempt to coordinate river flow changes to allow for more effective and safe debris removal.

viii. Debris will be removed from the trash rack and placed on the upper terrace within reach of the crane’s set up location.

c. Service Schedule:

i. One cleaning of the trash rack.

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

(End of Summary of Changes)

DEBRIS REMOVAL – LOG BOOM AND TRASH RACK

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS

FRANKLIN FALLS DAM

Informational Photos

Photo 1: Log Boom Catchment Area is the field behind the log boom with woody debris. Debris in the river along log boom is to be removed from the water as part of this contract. The access road for crane can be seen in the background along the tree line to the right of the photo. Crane set up pads are located on the river bank near the log boom transition into the water.

NOTE: The photo is intended to provide context to the nature of the work. Any estimate of quantity or type of material should be determined during a site visit prior to the submission of a quote.

FRANKLIN FALLS DAM

Photo #2: Debris in the river along the log boom is to be removed from the water as part of this contract. Crane set up pad is on the right side of this photo. Photo taken July 15, 2020.

NOTE: The photo is intended to provide context to the nature of the work. Any estimate of quantity or type of material should be determined during a site visit prior to the submission of a quote.

FRANKLIN FALLS DAM

Photo #3: Top down view of trash rack with a low to medium amount of debris. Photo taken on

July 15, 2020. Pool level was 310’ which represents 10 feet of water depth.

FRANKLIN FALLS DAM

Photo #4: Crane set up pads are located on the east river bank right below the gatehouse.

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Photo #5: Aerial map of log boom, crane pad, and catchment area.

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Photo #6: Aerial map of trash rack, crane pad, and catchment area.