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This document is a Performance Work Statement (PWS) for a federal contract opportunity to provide herbicide application services for the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) in the Upper Snake Field Office in Idaho. The objective is to reduce/eradicate cheatgrass, a non-native invasive grass species, from 5,297 acres across eight treatment areas. The contract period is from September 23, 2024 to October 25, 2024, and the contractor will be required to apply a specific herbicide mixture at the designated rates. The contractor must provide all equipment, labor, and materials necessary to complete the work, and will be paid based on the actual acres treated. Key requirements include the use of differentially corrected GPS for guidance and data collection, maintaining qualified personnel and communicating with the Contracting Officer's Representative, and adhering to strict safety and environmental standards for herbicide handling and application.
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BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT – Upper Snake Field Office Work Statement Sand Creek Desert Herbicide Application F-1
1.1. Description of Services/Introduction: The Upper Snake Field Office, Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is acquiring services for herbicide application. The Contractor shall furnish all labor, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, supplies, and incidentals; and perform all work necessary to complete applications in accordance with the specifications provided.
1.2. Background: The treatment areas consist of sagebrush steppe habitat that has either been mowed to reduce the shrub component or has recently been impacted by wildfire. Vegetation within the treatment area is typical of the Great Basin and consists primarily of bluebunch wheatgrass or Idaho fescue, mountain big sagebrush, and antelope bitterbrush along with other native vegetation. The topography of the project area consists of gently rolling lava plains with associated basalt bluffs and desert playas. Due to recent natural and man-made disturbances and the continued expansion of cheatgrass into the Sand Creek Desert (SCD), increased emphasis has been placed on controlling cheatgrass before conditions worsen and cheatgrass expansion and establishment becomes uncontrollable.
1.3. Objectives: The objective of this service is to reduce/eradicate cheatgrass, a nonnative invasive grass species, from within ongoing fuels reduction and past fire restoration project areas.
1.4. Scope: The work under this contract includes application of herbicide at the specified rates over 5,297 total acres. Contractor will be required to treat eight treatment areas, three segments of linear fuel breaks (1,086 ac.) and five block areas (4,211 ac.).
1.5. Period of Performance: Application operations will begin on or after September 23, 2024, as soon as weather and ground conditions are favorable. The Contracting Officers Representative (COR) will notify the contractor that favorable conditions have been met and the contractor shall be prepared to commence application operations within 3 calendar days of notification. The contractor shall complete operations within 2 calendar days once the application is initiated. This application may coincide with the early snowfall and/or poor weather and site conditions. During the contract and application period, county, state and BLM jurisdiction roads and remote airstrips may not be suitable for staging areas due to muddy, wet, or snow-covered conditions.
Estimated Start Date: September 23, 2024 Estimated End Date: October 25, 2024
1.6. General Information
1.6.1. Hours of Operation: Herbicide Application Operations will be permitted only during daylight hours. The Contractor will be allowed to work six days per week including Saturdays. Work will not be permitted on Sundays and holidays, unless authorized by the COR.
1.6.2. Federal Observed Holidays: In addition to any holidays declared by Executive Orders, the following Federal Legal Holidays are observed: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, President’s Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day.
1.6.3. Place of Performance: The project area is located approximately 21 miles north-northeast of St. Anthony and 10 miles east of Dubois, Idaho within Fremont and Clark Counties. All work will be performed on land either administered by the Bureau of Land Management or on land (State/Private) where treatment has been authorized (see Location Map). The topography of the project area consists of gently rolling lava plains with associated basalt bluffs and desert playas. Elevations range from 5,000 feet to over 6,300 feet above sea level.
1.6.4. Pre-work Conference: A pre-work conference will be held prior to the commencement of work. The Contractor will be notified in advance of meeting time, date, and place. The purpose will be to review required work, specifications, payment, and administrative provisions of the contract. The Contractor and the persons responsible for coordination for the work (Contractor Representative/Foreman) shall be present at the meeting. The Contractor shall be prepared to summarize and explain procedures planned for the project and provide a schedule to meet the time frames of the project.
1.6.5. Invoicing: Invoices shall be submitted through IPP for payment, after services have been performed with supporting invoice on company letterhead and referenced purchase order number. Unit Costs offered must be “All-Inclusive” for materials, labor, transportation, surcharges, fees, and services necessary and incidental to herbicide application. Invoices shall reflect only those costs indicated in the Price Schedule. All expenses relating to maintenance and operation of equipment shall be considered in the inclusive pricing. The Contract will be considered completed and payment due when all herbicide has been applied to the standards specified above; or when all areas designated under the contract have been treated to the said standards. Measurement for payment for herbicide application will be the actual area, in acres, within the designated boundaries satisfactorily treated in conformance with these specifications. Measurement will be made from the ArcGIS polygons provided by the government. Acreages will be computed from horizontal distances as shown on maps. Payment will be made at the unit price per acre specified in the Pricing Schedule and shall include the cost of all work described in this paragraph and the Detailed Specifications, including any reapplication, if such work is required. Acreages will not be computed from DGPS acreages covered. Contractor must factor in additional application time required for coverage of the polygons, complete application, and any contour application that may be required to properly cover the area.
1.6.6. Project Boundary Marking: The location and access to the unit(s) are shown on the vicinity and unit map(s). The unit boundaries will not be identified by flagging, it will be up to the contractor to identify and verify boundaries in the field using maps and electronic devices to stay within the unit(s).
1.6.7. Notification of Cessation or Restart of Work: The Contractor will have personnel on project site prior to commencing daily application, during application, and will notify COR or Project Inspector (PI) of changing weather conditions. The COR/PI will allow Contractor to continue or stop application if weather factors dictate. The COR/PI will give the permission to start, approximately one (1) hour from notification of conditions, depending on location of project from the Upper Snake Field Office.
1.6.8. Personnel Requirements: The Contractor must always maintain an adequate work force to ensure timely completion of the work and is responsible for the crew knowing the requirements of the contract. The crew is also responsible for maintaining a safe working environment following OSHA standards.
1.6.8.1. Key Personnel: The following personnel are considered key personnel by the Government: A Contractor Representative must be on-site always directing work. This person must be fluent in English and will also serve as an on the ground contact person for the COR/PI. Failure to maintain a Contractor Representative will result in suspension of work until an acceptable on-the-ground Contractor Representative is provided. A maximum of five (5) days will be allowed to produce a qualified Contractor Representative. Failure to do so within five days may result in the Contracting Officer (CO) issuing a Suspend Work Order. CO and COR must be informed of any changes of Contractor Representative. The contractor will furnish a legible list of all contract employees (last name, first name) to the assigned COR. If there are any changes to the list of contract employees during the life of the contract a new list will be provided to the COR.
1.6.8.1.1. Applicators: Shall be furnished by the Contractor and shall be experienced in applying herbicide in rough, rocky, or mountainous terrain, all equipment, labor, supplies, and materials required to complete the job.
1.6.8.1.1.1. The Contractor’s applicators shall hold a current Idaho Professional Applicator License in the Agricultural Pesticide Category. The Government will inspect each applicator for their current Idaho Professional Applicator’s License in the Agricultural Pesticide Category before work on this contract.
1.6.8.1.2. Work Crew: Shall be furnished by the Contractor for handling, mixing, and applying the herbicide. The Contractor shall furnish the necessary qualified mechanics for maintenance of equipment and shall furnish all fuel, oil, and service required for operation of equipment and vehicles.
1.6.9. Camping: Camping on agency-administered lands will only be allowed on site(s) pre-approved by an authorized officer. Camping areas for crews will be identified and surveyed for cultural resources prior to use of that camp location. Some camp sites including designated camp sites have been identified and cleared for use, ask the COR for details. The Contractor shall maintain all camping areas in an orderly and sanitary manner. The ordering and maintenance of portable toilets and dumpsters is the responsibility of the contractor. All fire regulations and restrictions shall be followed. All garbage and refuse shall be removed from the camp site(s) by the Contractor and disposed of offsite before final payment is made.
1.6.10. Risk and Damages: The Contractor shall assume all risks in connection with performance of the contract and shall be liable for any damages to persons or property in connection with the prosecution of the work, including the applicator or other employees of the Contractor.
1.6.11. Flight Hazards: If Contractor aircraft(s) are utilized, hazards such as the presence of power lines or anemometer towers on the work site are the responsibility of the Contractor to identify. All appropriate precautions shall be taken by the Contractor. Flight hazards which have been identified by the Government in the Specifications or Work Location Map may not be the only hazards present at the work sites and it is the Contractor's responsibility to check all work sites for flight or other hazards.
1.6.12. Safety
1.6.12.1. Transportation of herbicides: The Contractor shall be responsible for the transport of herbicides used to fulfill the specifications of this contract. The Contractor shall secure herbicide containers in mixing area to prevent spillage. Contractor shall be responsible for the herbicide’s protection from loss or damage due to weather, rodents, insects, theft, or any other hazard. Any herbicide damaged or lost while in the custody of the Contractor will be replaced by the Contractor at the Contractors expense.
1.6.12.2. Protective Clothing and Equipment for Contract Employees Exposed to Herbicides: The Contractor shall supply protective clothing and equipment to contract workers that guarantee minimal exposure throughout the herbicide application process. The Contractor shall follow all advice on protective clothing and equipment which appears on the herbicide label and/or MSDS documentation. The Contractor shall make available clean-up facilities to contract employees exposed to herbicides or herbicide-contaminated equipment.
1.6.12.3. Storage of herbicides: Contractor is required to have locked storage for herbicide and keep herbicide locked-up while unattended.
1.6.12.4. Mixing and application of herbicides:
1.6.12.4.1. The Contractor shall mix herbicides in accordance with the proportions listed on the product labels. The Contractor shall provide adequate protective clothing and equipment for contract employees who mix the herbicides.
1.6.12.4.2. By law, the application of an herbicide, either directly or through drift, must not expose workers or other people. The Contractor shall be very aware and cautious of any environmental hazard present during herbicide application. Upon completion of herbicide application, the Contractor shall thoroughly clean equipment and dispose of waters, residues, rinses, and unused herbicides only according to EPA and Idaho State regulations. All empty herbicide containers will be tripled rinsed, labels removed, and punctured by the Contractor after mixing. The Contractor shall be responsible for disposal of the empty boxes, labels, and lids. The Contractor will be responsible for disposal and recycling of the empty containers.
1.6.12.5. Spills and accidents: The Contractor shall be responsible if accidents and chemical spills occur. The Contractor shall report immediately spills and accidents to the BLM authorized officers and appropriate local authorities. The Contractor shall provide immediate treatment of contaminated or injured persons and seek professional medical attention when necessary. The Contractor shall control chemical spills quickly and shall secure additional help when the Contractor cannot effectively or safely handle the spill clean-up. Spills will be the responsibility of the Contractor and shall be cleaned up to the satisfaction of the local authorities.
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2. Definitions
2.1. Active Ingredient: The chemicals in an herbicide which control the targeted brush species.
2.2. Adjuvant: An inert material added to an herbicide formulation or tank mix to increase the effectiveness of the active ingredient.
2.3. Contractor: A supplier or vendor awarded a contract to provide specific supplies or service to the government. The term used in this contract refers to the prime.
2.4. Contracting Officer (CO): A person with authority to enter into, administer, and or terminate contracts, and make related determinations and findings on behalf of the government. Note: The only individual who can legally bind the government.
2.5. Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR): An employee of the U.S. Government appointed by the contracting officer to administer the contract. Such appointment shall be in writing and shall state the scope of authority and limitations. This individual has authority to provide technical direction to the Contractor as long as that direction is within the scope of the contract, does not constitute a change, and has no funding implications. This individual does NOT have authority to change the terms and conditions of the contract.
2.6. Deliverable: Anything that can be physically delivered but may include non-manufactured things such as meeting minutes or reports.
2.7. Drift: The movement of airborne particles by air motion or wind away from the intended target area.
2.8. Equipment: A tangible item that is functionally complete for its intended purpose, durable, nonexpendable, and needed for the performance of a contract. Equipment is not intended for sale and does not ordinarily lose its identity or become a component part of another article when put into use. Equipment does not include material, real property, special test equipment or special tooling.
2.9. Key Personnel: Contractor personnel that are evaluated in a source selection process and that may be required to be used in the performance of a contract. When key personnel are used as an evaluation factor in best value procurement, an offer can be rejected if it does not have a firm commitment from the persons that are listed in the proposal. The prime contractor is responsible for performance of all subcontractors.
2.10. Quality Control: All necessary measures taken by the Contractor to assure that the quality of an end product or service shall meet contract requirements.
2.11. Subcontractor: One that enters into a contract with a prime contractor. The Government does not have privity of contract with the subcontractor.
2.12. Safety Hazards: Any ground or above ground hazards that would pose a danger to Contractor’s personnel or operating equipment must be identified and mitigated by the Contractor prior to commencing operations.
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3. Government Furnished Property and Services
3.1. The Government will provide the following items to the Contractor:
3.1.1. Provide various USGS 7.5-minute quadrangles (1:24,000 scales) or GIS equivalent with clear cut project area boundaries clearly identified.
3.1.2. Provide GIS shapefiles of the project boundary and treatment strips in WGS84 coordinate system.
3.1.3. An Avenza map file will be provided that delineates the treatment perimeters. The Contractor must have a smart device capable accepting and displaying Avenza map files.
3.1.4. A list of contacts, including emergency contacts, will be provided at the pre-work meeting.
3.2.
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4. Contractor -Furnished Items and Services
4.1. Equipment Requirements:
4.1.1. Equipment shall be capable of traveling at moderate speed and close enough to the ground for proper control and distribution of herbicide. The Contractor shall service and repair their equipment as necessary to maintain satisfactory progress on work. Contractor is responsible for all costs incidental to equipment move-in and move-out associated with the project.
4.1.2. The Contractor shall furnish sufficient equipment to have communications with the Government either by using radio frequencies designated by the COR/PI or by providing a radio to the COR/PI. Contract will not commence until radio communication is established.
4.1.3. The Government will have the option to inspect the Contractor's equipment and work before, during, and after completion of this contract.
4.1.4. Application equipment
4.1.4.1. Spray Tanks: Spray solutions of the product shall be mixed, stored, and applied using only stainless steel, aluminum, fiberglass, plastic, or plastic-lined steel containers.
4.1.4.2. Spray Nozzles: Contractor shall furnish a nozzle type that is designated for the intended application. Refer to the Label for proper nozzles to comply with Drift Management Section.
4.1.4.3. Booms: Contractor shall furnish non-rust booms. The distance of the outermost nozzles on the boom must not exceed 3/4 the length of the wingspan or rotor if aircraft is utilized.
4.1.5. Differentially Corrected Global Positioning System (DGPS)
4.1.5.1. Tracking/Guidance: Contractor shall be required to utilize a Differentially Corrected Global Positioning System (DGPS) for electronic Navigation. System must be capable of utilizing ArcGIS shape files created by the government and given to the Contractor on a USB Thumb Drive or by email. Ground flaggers and an auto-flagger system (if aircraft is utilized) can supplement the DGPS system, but not substitute for it. DGPS is required for tracking, and data collection. The Contractor shall provide all guidance equipment, materials, computers, printers, personnel, and services required for the system to be used. The system shall be sufficiently sensitive to provide immediate deviation indications (real-time). The DGPS system must be capable of determining a differentially corrected location with an error of no more than one to two meters in the horizontal plane. The guidance system shall be capable of updating current position at a rate of a minimum of one time per second. Differential correction must cover the complete operational area. During operation, differentially corrected signal must be accurately recorded at least 90% of the operational time. Differential correction may be, provided by a portable differential station, FM radio fixed towers, or satellite.
4.1.5.2. Software: Software provided with DGPS must be designed for parallel offset in increments equal to the assigned swath width of the application equipment
4.1.5.3. Project Log: Must be capable of a minimum rate of one-second logging intervals. Full record includes position, time altitude, speed, track, application system on/off, job name/number, and differential correction status. The computer program must be capable of calculating and show total acres treated during the flight, and capable of downloading to a computer for analysis and review. The project log must show and differentiate between spray-on and spray-off when viewed on a computer monitor or printer. Export files of each project log shall be provided and must be compatible with ArcGIS system on a USB Thumb Drive. The contractor must, upon request by the COR or PI, be able to supply project log data on a USB Thumb Drive for review at any time during the contract. The Contract will not be considered complete until the data has been reviewed and deemed complete with no skips in the treated areas. The Contractor shall provide a map with project log data at the end of each day’s application. The DGPS system must be capable of zooming in on any portion of the treatment to view a specific area with greater detail.
4.1.5.4. Hardware:
4.1.5.4.1. Visual Display Monitor: (1) Capable of displaying swath width over project path; (2) mounted in a location that will allow the applicator to view the screen; (3) have a method to display nested polygons to indicate sensitive or no-spray areas within or adjacent to treatment blocks; (4) have a feature that allows the applicator to return to the exact location of application shutdown and complete application without omitted or doubled treated areas.
4.1.5.4.2. Control Keypad: The keypad must: (1) be able to input reference waypoints (A-B line): (2) have a feature which alerts the operator when they are about to enter or exit a specific treatment block or an exclusion area within a block: (3) have a method to display nested polygons to indicate sensitive or no-treat areas within or adjacent to treatment blocks: (4) have a feature that allows the operator to return to the exact location of application shutdown and complete application without omitted or doubled treated areas.
4.1.5.4.3. Course Deviation Indicator (CDI): The course deviation indicator or course deviation light must have the capability to display both cross-track error and intercept angle to desired heading. Cross-track error shall be adjustable down to one (1) foot.
4.1.5.4.4. Memory: Must be capable of storing up to 8 hours of continuous project log data.
4.2. Loading Facilities: Use of any loading area, federal, state, or private land, shall be arranged by and at the discretion and risk of the contractor. Contractor shall be responsible for access to the site. Contractor shall have personnel at project site prior to commencing daily application, during application, and shall notify COR or PI of changing weather conditions. The Government shall not be held responsible for any loss, mishap, or accident due to conditions of any site used. The Contractor shall provide appropriate warning signs for traffic if roads are used as loading sites.
4.2.1. Base of Operations: The Contractor shall provide such loading facilities as may be required for competent performance of contract. If loading sites are described in the Detailed Specifications or shown on the Work Location Map, the Government makes no warranty as to their availability or condition. Use of any loading area shall be arranged by and at the discretion and risk of the Contractor, and the Government shall not be held responsible for any loss, mishap, or accident due to conditions of any loading facility used. Any applicable fees for loading facilities are the responsibility of the Contractor. If Contractor wishes to use BLM land, this must be approved in advance by the COR or PI. The Contractor shall provide appropriate warning signs for traffic if roads are used as loading sites.
4.2.2. Dust Abatement: Any material used for dust abatement, other than water, shall be approved by the COR prior to use.
4.2.3. Flight Hazards: If Contractor aircraft(s) are utilized, hazards such as the presence of power lines or anemometer towers on the work site are the responsibility of the Contractor to identify. All appropriate precautions shall be taken by the Contractor. Flight hazards which have been identified by the Government in the Detailed Specifications or Work Location Maps may not be the only hazards present at the work sites and it is the Contractor's responsibility to check all work sites for flight or other hazards.
4.3. Applicator Logs: One report shall be provided to the Government. The report shall include daily herbicide application records. This log or record shall be signed by the applicator operator and turned into the COR upon completion of the contract via email within 10 business days.
4.4. Execution of Work
4.4.1. Coverage: The entire surface within the designated boundaries of the project area(s) shall receive uniform coverage with the specified herbicide except for areas excluded by the Government. Areas excluded from the spraying operation within the designated boundaries, will not be included in the acreage computed for payment. Any areas not properly treated by the Contractor shall be either retreated or compensated by suitable contract adjustment, at the option of and at no additional cost to the Government.
4.4.2. Rate of Application: 8 ounces of Imazapic per acre, 5 ounces of Aminopyralid per acre, 1 quart of MSO per 100 gallons of water, 5 gallons of water carrier per acre, a drift control agent (per recommended volume).
4.4.2.1. The Contractor will supply all herbicide necessary to complete the specifications of this contract. Contractor is responsible for disposal of mixed herbicide.
4.4.2.2. Drift agents WILL be used for all liquid aerial applications. If a drift control additive is used, read, and carefully observe the cautionary statements and all other information appearing on the additive label. The Contractor shall provide the drift agent. Controlling drift is the responsibility of the Contractor.
4.4.3. Environmental Conditions
4.4.3.1. Work Period: Spraying operations will be permitted only during daylight hours. The Contractor will have personnel on project site prior to commencing daily application, during application, and will notify COR/PI of changing weather conditions. The COR/PI will allow Contractor to continue or stop application if weather factors dictate. The COR/PI will give the permission to start, approximately one (1) hour from notification of conditions, depending on location of project from the USFO. The Contractor will be allowed to work six days per week including Saturdays. Work will not be permitted on Sundays and holidays, unless authorized by the COR.
4.4.3.2. Wind: The Contractor shall follow the Label Section on Spray Drift Management - Wind. Local wind can influence wind patterns. Every applicator should be familiar with local wind patterns and how they affect drift.
4.4.3.3. Relative Humidity: Refer to the product label when making applications in low relative humidity conditions. Measurements can be obtained from local National Weather Service.
4.4.3.4. Site Conditions: No treatment spraying will be allowed if conditions do not meet the label requirements.
4.4.4. Rate of Spraying: Herbicide shall be applied at the application rate per acre according to the work data sheet. For liquid applications, the carrier (water) for the chemical will follow the label limits for ground or aerial application. The carrier (water) must be clean, free of dirt particles. Ditch water will not be considered clean. Contractor will be required to demonstrate that they can provide adequate and uniform coverage at the appropriate application rate. Contractor shall furnish mixing equipment, suitable work crew, and perform mixing operation. Herbicide formulation shall be applied thoroughly according to the Label and distributed over entire treatment area. Distribution of herbicide shall not vary more than ten percent (10%) above or below the average distribution of herbicide per acre from that specified.
4.4.5. Application Paths: Shall be patterned to secure a uniform distribution of herbicide. Contractor must ensure that there will be straight and regular paths of application. The Contractor must keep applications within the perimeter of the Government provided shape file. Irregular paths or areas sprayed outside of the perimeter will result in immediate stoppage of work. Corrective action shall be taken immediately by the Contractor to insure evenly spaced, straight, and regular application paths and complete coverage of areas included in the spraying job. Overlapping will be avoided.
4.4.6. Swath Width: Effective swath width shall not exceed the maximum for adequate coverage of supplied application equipment.
4.4.7. Application Height: Herbicide dispenser shall be set at a height to obtain proper distribution and uniform coverage of herbicide on target species. Contractor shall follow Herbicide Label instructions on Spray Drift Management to obtain proper boom height.
4.4.8. Spray Drift Management: The interaction of many equipment and weather-related factors determines the potential for spray drift. The Contractor is responsible for considering all these factors when making application decisions. Avoiding herbicide application drift is the responsibility of the Contractor.
4.4.9. Land Patterns: Project sites include varying land patterns. State and/or private land can be surrounded by BLM lands or BLM lands may be surrounded by private and state lands. Contractor shall be capable of treating small irregular shaped areas and avoiding lands not owned by the BLM that are not included in this contract.
4.4.10. Terrain: Some project sites are located in very rocky inaccessible terrain. Contractor shall be capable of applying herbicide in contour patterns at a fixed height above the varying ground elevation. If aircraft is utilized, Contractor WILL NOT be allowed to apply herbicide at one fixed elevation for the entire project site. Project sites may be muddy, frozen, or snow covered. Contractor cannot apply herbicide if application equipment will disturb project area in any way. Any wheel, track, or other marks will not be allowed.
4.4.11. Tests for uniformity and rate of application: The Government representative (COR/PI) will utilize field data to determine uniformity of herbicide application. Randomly spaced water sensitive cards or collection trays will be utilized.
4.4.12. Should the Contractor wish to object in any way to the ground sampling done at any particular time by the Government, the Contractor shall be present in person or by authorized representative to voice said objections when said ground samplings are done, and to agree upon new samples at the time, where after the ground sampling is done by the Government shall be final and binding in the settlement of the contract.
4.4.13. Work Stoppages: The Contractor agrees to work diligently to complete the application of the herbicide. The Government reserves the right to stop spraying operations at any time when conditions are considered sufficiently unfavorable to warrant stoppage. Stoppage shall continue until spraying operations are again authorized by the Government. Because of the nature of the work, any time for which work is suspended by the Government because of unsuitable application conditions will not be counted against the contract completion time. However, no monetary compensation will be given to the Contractor by reason of such work suspension.
4.4.14. Termination for convenience of the Government: Because of the nature of the work, the CO may, by written notice to the Contractor, terminate this contract, in whole or in part, when it is in the best interest of the Government. To the extent that this contract is so terminated, the Government shall be liable only for payment in accordance with the payment provisions of this contract for work satisfactorily completed prior to the effective date of termination.
4.4.15. Sprayer Clean-up: Shall be conducted according to the label instructions. Avoiding contamination of the work site is the responsibility of the Contractor.
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5. Specific Tasks
5.1. Herbicide Application: The Contractor shall perform the herbicide application in designated areas in conformance with these specifications. Unless otherwise specified, the Contractor shall furnish, equipment, labor, supplies, tools, supervision, materials, incidentals, and perform all work necessary to complete the herbicide application in accordance with the performance work statement.
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6. Applicable Technical Orders, Specifications, Regulations, Manuals
Technical Exhibits:
| DELIVERABLE |
| FREQUENCY |
| REFERENCE |
| MEDIUM/FORMAT |
| SUBMIT TO |
| Performance/Work Plan |
| Once |
| 1.6.4 Pre-work conference |
| By email in PDF format or hard copy |
| COR |
| Crew Manifest |
| Once, and as needed when crew manifest changes. |
| 1.6.8 Personnel Requirements |
| By email in PDF or scanned or hard copy |
| COR |
| Applicator Log |
| Once, or as needed for updates |
| 4.5 |
| By email in PDF or scanned or hard copy |
| COR |
Required services table with AQL:
| TASK |
| INSPECTION ITEM |
| INSPECTION METRIC |
| Acceptable Quality level |
| Herbicide application (Para 5.1.) |
| Uniform coverage |
| Comparing applicator logs to original polygon to confirm uniform coverage over the application area. Uniformity tests using randomly spaced water sensitive cards will be utilized. |
| 95% ocular and physical compliance with specs of random plots |
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