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FBO DAILY - FEDBIZOPPS ISSUE OF JUNE 07, 2017 FBO #5675
SOURCES SOUGHT

S -- BAFS Riparian Enhancement - Sources Sought

Notice Date

6/5/2017
 

Notice Type

Sources Sought
 

NAICS

561730 — Landscaping Services
 

Contracting Office

AFICA - AFICA- PACAF
 

ZIP Code

00000
 

Solicitation Number

FA5215-17-Q-8017
 

Archive Date

6/12/2017
 

Point of Contact

Abby Speed, Phone: 8084482978, Matthew K. Hagan, Phone: 8084482975
 

E-Mail Address

abby.speed.1@us.af.mil, matthew.hagan.1@us.af.mil
(abby.speed.1@us.af.mil, matthew.hagan.1@us.af.mil)
 

Small Business Set-Aside

N/A
 

Description

SSN For a pdf version of the SSN and draft PWS please email abby.speed.1@us.af.mil This is a Sources Sought Notification (SSN) issued pursuant to FAR 19.501(c), where the contracting officer shall perform market research and document why a small business set-aside is inappropriate when an acquisition is not set aside for small business. Bellows Air Force Station (BAFS), Hawaii has a requirement to restore the riparian habitat along a portion of Pūhā stream at Bellows Air Force Station (BAFS) with Hawaiian native trees, shrubs and groundcovers that will provide stream bank stability, soil conservation, ecologically healthy (biodiverse) riparian habitat, shade, and habitat to support Hawaiian native wetland birds with foraging, roosting and breeding habitat. The work will be completed at 515 Tinker Road, Waimanalo, HI 96795. The contractor shall furnish all labor, personnel, supervisions, materials, supplies, equipment, tools, transportation and any other items and services necessary to perform the services required. This is a market research tool to determine the availability of sources prior to issuing a Request for Proposal. (RFP). This announcement is for informational and planning purposes only and does not constitute a RFP. This announcement is NOT to be construed as a commitment by the Government, nor will the Government pay for information solicited hereunder. All costs associated with responding to this SSN will be solely at the responding party's expense. The intent of this notification is to identify potential BUSINESS CONCERNS capable of fulfilling the Governments requirement. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for the proposed competitive procurement is 561730, Landscaping Services, and the size standard is $7.5M. The Contract Type is intended to be Firm Fixed Price. Government intends to have a period of performance for one (1), twelve (12) month period after contract award. A RFP on FedBizOpps (FBO) may be issued following a review of sources sought. FBO will be the only place this requirement will be solicited. Therefore, it is the vendors' responsibility to monitor FBO to respond to any future RFP. Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) http://www.sam.gov to be eligible for the award. Representations and certifications must also be on record. Contractors should read the PWS carefully to ensure that they truly understand the requirement and have the capability of performing the requirement as written. Any interested firms capable of providing these services are request to respond via email to: abby.speed.1@us.af.mil no later than 4:00 pm., Friday, 09 June 2017 with the following documentation: 1. Contractor's Information (name of representative, address, phone number, CAGE Code, DUNS number, business size and socioeconomic status). 2. Contractor's capability statement that demonstrates the ability to perform all the requirements of the PWS. 3. Past Performance: Responses to this request shall indicate similar/relevant experience that demonstrates the experience in accordance with the PWS. 4. No telephone request will be honored. Any questions regarding this notice should be forwarded in writing by email to abby.speed.1@us.af.mil. Information submitted must be in sufficient detail as to allow for a thorough government review of firm's interest and capabilities. This notice is for market research purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Quote or Request for Proposal; and, it is not considered to be a commitment by the Government nor will the Government pay for information solicited: no basis for claim against the Government shall arise as a result from a response to this Sources Sought or Government use of any information provided. At this time no solicitation exists; therefore, DO NOT REQUEST A COPY OF THE SOLICITATION. The government reserves the right to consider any arrangement as deemed appropriated for this procurement. DRAFT PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS) MGT HABITAT RIPARIAN ENHANCEMENT (BFMV177301) RESTORE RIPARIAN HABITAT ALONG PŪHĀ STREAM EXPAND HAWAIIAN NATIVE PLANT NURSERY AND AT BELLOWS AIR FORCE STATION (BAFS), WAIMĀNALO, HAWAI'I •1. OBJECTIVES. The purpose of the project is to restore the riparian habitat along a portion of Pūhā stream at Bellows Air Force Station (BAFS) with Hawaiian native trees, shrubs and groundcovers that will provide stream bank stability, soil conservation, ecologically healthy (biodiverse) riparian habitat, shade, and habitat to support Hawaiian native wetland birds with foraging, roosting and breeding habitat. The tasks described in this Performance Work Statement (PWS) are to expand the BAFS native plant nursery and restore riparian habitat along Pūhā stream. •2. SITE DESCRIPTION. The riparian restoration site is located along Pūhā stream on the west side of Pu'ewai wetlands and extends further west to a Marine Corps Training Area (MCTAB) bridge. The native plant nursery site is located in the BAFS civil engineering compound. See Section 20 ATTACHMENTS, for listing of tables, maps, and pictures. •3. PROJECT MANAGEMENT, PLANNING, AND REPORTING REQUIREMENTS. Requirements include efficient management of PWS tasks, on-time submittals of contract deliverables and timely identification and solution of impediments to successful project execution. Technical requirements include early involvement in the process to allow for the development of the most cost-effective and technically sound solution. BAFS will rely on the Contractor's expertise to recognize and address problematic issues and successful execution of this PWS. The contractor shall perform all work in accordance with federal, state, and local statues and regulations. Remedies shall conform to environmental permits, decision documents, or other legal requirements. The Contractor shall supply all necessary supervision, labor, equipment, vehicles and materials necessary to accomplish the work. The Contractor shall perform management and planning functions, including performance measurement and fund status reporting, through the course of this effort. The Contractor shall document the results of the project efforts under this PWS for government review and approval. •3.1. Meetings. •3.1.1. Meetings/Teleconference Support. The Contractor shall attend and/or support meetings and teleconferences as required by the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) within the 766 Specialized Contracting Squadron (SCONS). The purpose of the meetings includes, but is not limited to, contract discussions, progress reviews, project scoping, planning, project status, and the general exchange of information concerning current activities. •3.1.2. Kick-Off Meeting. This PWS provides for activities required for the on-site kick-off meeting. The contractor will present a Work Plan (described below) that will include a brief description of activities of the required tasks and finalized schedule. •4. PLANNING DOCUMENTS. •4.1. Work Plan. Contractor shall prepare a work plan (WP) that will include a brief description of activities of the required tasks and finalized schedule. A landscape design drawing will show the layout of the out-plantings. The WP shall describe in detail the approach, methodologies, quality assurance, quality control, and other technical activities that shall be implemented to ensure that a quality project is completed. The draft WP shall be submitted to the SCONS PM for review within fourteen (14) days of contract award. The Contractor shall revise the draft WP as necessary based on all review comments received and submit a final WP within seven (7) days of receipt of review comments. The final WP shall be submitted both electronically (in both Microsoft Word and PDF formats) and as hard copies. The WP must be approved by the Government contracting officer's representative (COR) prior to the commencement of the fieldwork. All work shall be conducted in accordance with the approved PWS. •4.2. Safety and Health Program. The Contractor shall develop and implement a written Safety and Health Program in accordance with guidelines specified in USACE EM 385-1-1 Safety and Health Requirements Manual. The program will include a Site Safety and Health Plan and Accident Prevention Plan. A draft Safety and Health Program shall be submitted electronically to the SCONS PM within fourteen (14) days of contract award. The Contractor shall revise these plans as necessary and submit a final Safety and Health Program within seven (7) days of receipt of SCONS review comments. The final Safety and Health Program shall be submitted both electronically (in both Microsoft Word and PDF formats) and as hard copies. The Contractor shall ensure that its subcontractors, suppliers, and support personnel follow all safety and health provisions established in the approved Safety and Health Program for the site. The SCONS reserves the right to stop work under this contract for any safety violations at no additional cost to the Government. The SCONS will verify that the Contractor has implemented corrective action before allowing continued performance under the contract. •4.3. Pesticide Discharge Management Plan (PDMP). In the event of herbicide use, submit/implement PDMP in accordance with Hawaii Administrative Rules (HAR), Chapter 11-55, Appendix M, Section 5. •5. NOTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS. The Contractor is required to notify the Contracting Officer (CO) of critical issues that may affect the contract performance and/or human health and the environment. The types of issues that require notification include, but are not limited to, health risks, spills, changes in critical personnel, and finding Munitions and Explosives of Concern (MEC). As an example, if MEC were discovered during field activities, the Contractor would be required to immediately stop work, report the discovery to BAFS Security Forces and implement the appropriate safety precautions. Field activities could not continue until clearance was received from the CO. On critical issues, verbal notification should be made immediately, followed by written notification as soon as practical. •5.1. Solid and Green Waste Disposal. Contractor shall provide BAFS with data to identify the type, tonnage and destination (e.g. landfill, recycling, waste to energy, etc.) of all solid waste (including green waste) that is recycled or disposed of on a monthly basis. Copies of shipping documents (such as bills of lading) manifests and weight tickets shall be provided to the BAFS Environmental Program Manager (EPM). All removed green waste material may be hauled to a nearby BAFS green waste (composting) site, located on the perimeter of the wetlands, within 30 calendar days of removal. •6. PERMITS. The Contractor shall develop, coordinate, and assist the installation in applying for and obtaining all applicable federal, state, local, and other applicable permits required to perform and complete the PWS. Relevant permitting may include, but is not limited to, Section 7 consultation (Fish and Wildlife Service to ensure actions do not jeopardize endangered and threatened species), Environmental Impact Analysis Process (EIAP) process decision documents, and possibly Coastal Zone Management (CZM). Excavation or significant ground disturbing activities are not anticipated for this project, however a rchaeological monitoring would be required in the event of excavation or significant ground disturbing activities. A current Notice of General Permit Coverage (NGPC) National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) General Permit that authorizes the use of pesticides in the Pu'ewai Wetlands is good through 21 OCT 2017. •7. PHOTO DOCUMENTATION. The Contractor shall prepare digital photo documentation of the site and field activities. Digital photos will be submitted in JPEG format unless otherwise specified. The contractor shall provide an index for each set of photographs submitted identifying site, project number, contractor, and a brief description. •8. BAFS ACCESS. The Contractor shall have access to BAFS in order to perform required tasks. To gain access, the contractor shall supply requested personal identifiable information of contractor personnel, to include sub-contractors, to BAFS Security Forces (SF) thru the contract Government representative and/or sponsor via the Form B-180 NLT 14 business days prior to contract start date. BAFS SF will conduct background checks on each individual listed on the Form B180 and will post an Entry Access Listing (EAL) of authorized contractors at the Installation Entry Control Point when complete. Contractors shall present a valid identification card to the gate sentry for entry verification. Contractors, at no time, will have the authority to sponsor, escort or vouch additional personnel onto BAFS. Contractor vehicles will be subject to search prior to entry onto BAFS. The contractor shall immediately notify SF thru the Government representative anytime an individual is no longer required access to BAFS due to employment termination, re-assignment, etc. •9. SPECIFIC TASKS. The licensed contractor shall complete all work within the scope of this contract without government supervision. •9.1. EXPAND NATIVE PLANT NURSERY. The BAFS goal is to upgrade/expand the existing primitive nursery site to a larger more efficient operational nursery site to grow native Hawaiian plants for natural resource restoration projects at BAFS. •9.1.1. CLIN 001: NURSERY SITE: GENERAL USE AREAS •9.1.1.1. Extend north side covered pavilion approximately 28' length and 20' wide. The new pavilion area will provide covered space to the misting tables that will be constructed under this PWS. The new extended pavilion with have 8 vertical support posts (posts only are government provided), appropriate cross beams, and corrugated plastic roof, etc. The plastic roof will use all tinted translucent panels to provide added light. •9.1.1.2. A nursery layout map is provided in Fig 3, Native Plant Nursery Layout. Suggested changes to improve the nursery layout are encouraged and will be considered by the government. •9.1.1.3. Raise two (2) existing spigot faucets up to accommodate height of a 5 gallon bucket. •9.1.1.4. Install additional general shut off ball-valve to each of the existing fourteen (14) sprinkler risers. Reconfiguration •9.1.1.5. Install one (1) outdoor six station timer on the vertical pavilion post (NW post facing mauka) with four outlet electric ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI). •9.1.1.6. Reconfigure spray irrigation system on existing two propagation tables to ensure spray reaches all surfaces of the two propagation tables with water pressure of 36 psi. The government will consider contractor recommendations for a differently described propagation table irrigation system. •9.1.2. CLIN 002: NEW PROPAGATION TABLE •9.1.2.1. Install one (1) new raised propagation tables measuring 6' wide and 60' long. •9.1.2.2. A water spigot positioned high enough to accommodate the height of a 5 gallon bucket will be located at the north end of the table. •9.1.2.3. The propagation table will be constructed to the following specifications. The government will consider contractor recommended changes to the specifications that improve upon the design. •9.1.2.3.1. The surface of the table bench will be 6" galvanized wire mesh. The wire mesh is supported by thick wire gauge legs (galvanized metal) that go down length of the plant bench. Each end of the bench is supported by two anchor posts anchored by cement into the ground. The anchor posts provide the main support of the bench. The thick wire gauge legs (galvanized metal) run between the four anchor posts and are spaced 2'. The support legs are underneath the mesh and anchored to the mesh. These legs hold the main weight of the bench. •9.1.2.3.2. The plant bench top is galvanized wire mesh with 6" spacing that perfectly fits 6" pots and 1 gallon pots that securely sit in the wire mesh and prevent strong winds from blowing them over. Top-heavy groundcover plants with spreading foliage are also secured by setting in the wire mesh. The 6" wire mesh prevents pots from tipping over and allows for maximum drainage. •9.1.2.3.3. Each of the four anchor posts for one bench sets in a hole that is approximately 1' diameter and 3' deep and holds about 1/3 cubic yard of cement. Anchor posts are 3" diameter galvanized pipe. Screw eyes in the anchor posts are positioned to face each other outside the table top through which a 1" by 6' rebar is run through the eye bolts inside poly tubing. The eye bolts hold the 1" rebar and are their length matches the 6' width of the bench. •9.1.2.3.4. The tension in the 6" galvanized wire mesh table top is controlled by tightening eye bolts on the 6' rebar. The ends of the 6" mesh fencing wrap around the rebar and poly tubing. Screws are used to increase the tension in the tabletop. The bench surface wire wraps around the rebar and screws increase the tension of the table top mesh. •9.1.2.3.5. The aisle distance between the new and existing table shall be wide enough to accommodate a 26" wide two-wheel nursery cart. •9.1.2.3.6. Install propagation table irrigation system. Connect to existing PVC pipe underground to reach new platform. For each table, install spray nozzle irrigation systems using schedule 40 ¾" PVC piping, appropriate PVC tees, elbows, risers, adaptors, timers, etc. Ensure spray reaches all surfaces of the propagation table with existing water pressure of 36 psi. The government will consider contractor recommendations for a differently described table irrigation system. •9.1.2.3.7. Install an "adjustable" propagation nursery style shade cloth frame and shade cloth over one-half of the new propagation table appropriate to the climate conditions for sun, rain and wind. "Adjustable" means that the cloth can be easily extended over the plants or retracted to one side for full sun exposure as needed. •9.1.3. CLIN 003: CUTTINGS PROPAGATION TABLES •9.1.3.1. Install one (1) new raised cutting propagation table measuring 4' wide and 24' long under the pavilion extension described in 9.1.1.1. The table will be placed on the east side of the covered pavilion. (See Fig 3: Draft Native Plant Nursery Layout ) •9.1.3.2. The propagation table will be constructed to the same specifications described in 9.1.2.3. The government will consider contractor recommended changes to the specifications that improve upon the design. •9.1.3.3. Install planting platforms irrigation/misting systems. Run PVC pipe underground to reach platforms and tie water into existing underground PVC (also Schedule 40 ¾") for both tables. Each table will have its own water shut-off valve. Install spray or mist nozzle irrigation system using schedule 40 ¾" PVC piping, appropriate PVC tees, elbows, risers, adaptors, timers, etc. Purchase a set of interchangeable mist heads to allow choice to use either sprinkler or mist heads. There will be two rows of sprinklers/misters that run parallel and tandem the length of the table. Run the two parallel rows of misting/spray heads down the center of the table with sprinkler. The vertical sprinklers/misters in each row will be spaced 4' apart. The height of the sprinklers/misters risers will be appropriate for the size of the table. The sprinklers at the end of the tables will spray 180 degrees and the sprinklers in the middle of the table will spray 360 degrees. There will be 14 sprinkler/mist heads per table. (See Fig 4, Cuttings Propagation Tables Irrigation System). Install a shut off ball valve to each sprinkler riser. The government will consider contractor recommendations for a differently described cuttings propagation table irrigation system. •9.1.3.4. A timer will be mounted on vertical post in outdoor box (same post as the GFCI). The two tables will run off two separate Hunter ¾" anti-siphon valves with solenoids. •9.1.3.5. Run 7 in 1 wire (6 for stations and 1 for common) from 6 station timer (described in Section 9.1.1.5) down post, underground to each of the existing valves for the two existing planting platforms, existing large planting bed, the new propagation table and the new cutting propagation table. •9.1.3.6. Install a 6' tall wind screen on north and east sides of the table using the vertical pavilion posts for support. •9.1.4. CLIN 004: MULCHED BORDER WITH NATIVE TREES/SHRUBS •9.1.4.1. Clear and flatten a 12' wide border around the nursery site to plant native Hawaiian trees/shrubs. The flat surface will afford water infiltration rather than runoff. The surrounding invasive vegetation may be disturbed to reach the border with heavy equipment. Place a 6' layer of mulch on the 12' wide border (see Fig 3: Native Plant Nursery layout). In addition, place mulch on three 12' wide "bump-outs" where trees/shrubs will be planted on the west border ( see Fig 3: Native Plant Nursery Layout). The government will provide the mulch, but the contractor will move the mulch from a location approximately 0.25 miles away from the nursery site. •9.1.4.2. Approximately 17 trees/shrubs and 14 patches (15' x 6') of ground covers/shrubs will be planted in border site as shown in Fig 3: Native Plant Nursery Layout that will be used as stock for future tree and shrub propagation. The trees and shrubs to be planted are listed in Tables 1-1 and 1-2. Three sides (north, east and south) of the border will be planted with 13 trees/shrubs and 4 additional trees will be planted outside the west border. Trees on the western side of the site will be placed outside the mulched area to keep the area adjacent to the pavilion as open work areas. Contractor will submit a planting layout for EPM and COR approval as part of the Section 4.1 work plan. Additional contractor native plant recommendations are welcomed and encouraged. •9.1.4.3. Install poly tubing drip line to irrigate the trees and shrubs in the mulched buffer. Tie the irrigation line into the water line that feeds the NE spigot at the connection point tie-in valve that feeds the large plant area located on east side of the nursery (NE corner of the large plant area). See the location of the poly tubing drip line in Fig 3: Native Plant Nursery Layout. Table 1-1, Minimum Hawaiian Native Trees for Nursery Border HAWAIIAN NAME GENUS SPECIES COMMON NAME 1 Alahe'e Psydrax odora 2 Āulu, Lonomea Sapindus oahuensis O ʻ ahu soapberry 3 Hala (Smooth-edged leaf variety, Male) Pandanus tectorius Hawaiian screwpine 4 Hala (Smooth-edged leaf variety, Female) Pandanus tectorius Hawaiian screwpine 5 Hao (Vertical) Rauvolfia sandwicensis Sea Hibiscus 6 Koai ʻ a Acacia koaia 7 Kolomona Senna gaudichaudii Native senna 8 Kou Cordia subcordata Sea trumpet 9 Lama Diospyros sandwicensis Hawaiian Ebony,Persimmon 10 Loulu Pritchardia sp 11 ʻ Ohe kukuluāe Polyscias sandwicensis Hawaiian reynoldsia 12 Wiliwili Erythrina sandwicensis Hawaiian coral tree Table 1-2, Minimum Hawaiian Native Shrubs for Nursery Border HAWAIIAN NAME GENUS SPECIES COMMON NAME 1 ʻ A ʻ ali ʻ i Dodonaea viscosa Hawaiian hopseed bush 2 ʻ Iliahi Santalum ellipticum Coastal Sandlewood 3 ʻ Ilima papa Sida fallax Prostrate ʻ ilima 4 Kawelu Eragrostis variabilis Lovegrass 5 Kulu ʻ ī Nototrichium sandwicense Ka ʻ ala rockwort 6 Maiapilo Capparis sandwichiana Hawaiian caper 7 Ma ʻ o Gossypium tomentosum Hawaiian cotton 8 Naio Shrub (Myoporum sandwicense waimānalo False sandalwood 9 Pili (Tall) Heteropogon contortus •9.1.5. Optional CLIN 005: SHELVING •9.1.5.1. Construct one shelving unit and set on flat concrete blocks. The shelving unit will measure approximately 10' long, 3' wide and 8' high. The unit will have four functional shelves (including a bottom shelf a few inches off the ground). The top of the shelving unit will be covered with the same material as the lower shelves. See Fig 3, Native Plant Nursery Layout for the shelving unit location. The unit will be made of treated exterior wood and use 5/8" exterior plywood for the shelf surfaces. Additional contractor recommendations are welcome to design/construct the shelves. •9.1.6. Optional CLIN 006: REPAIR BORDER •9.1.6.1. Three sides of the existing nursery border made from 3.5" wide and 0.5" thick lengths of plastic lumber are collapsing. Replace the border with stronger plastic lumber, such as 5.5" wide and 1" thick, and secure in place with appropriate stakes in the ground. The border contains the 90' x 90' square shape of the nursery. Additional contractor recommendations are welcome to secure the three sides of the border. •9.2. RIPARIAN RESTORATION. The following tasks establish a 430' long and 40' wide riparian zone out-planting with native Hawaiian trees, shrubs and groundcovers and adjacent 10' wide dirt road/trail along Pūhā stream. •9.2.1. CLIN 007: RIPARIAN SITE PREPARATION: CLEAR SCRUB, CHIP AND, ESTABLISH IRRIGATION SYSTEM (50' WIDE AND 430' LONG) •9.2.1.1. Starting at the eastern end of the riparian site, cut/scrape/clear/chip a 50' wide zone of scrub hale koa, and a few small trees (like Milo) and brush along Pūhā stream (See attached Fig 2, Aerial View Riparian Restoration Site and Fig 7, Ground View Pūhā Stream Riparian Restoration Site ) to create space for a 40' wide (measured from the stream edge) and 430' long riparian out-planting zone (adjacent/parallel to the stream) and new 10' wide dirt road/trail that runs parallel/adjacent to the riparian zone on the north side. Use knowledge of Waimānalo flora and Hawaiian native plants to remove invasive plants from the riparian habitat and protect any existing Hawaiian native plants. The existing hale koa is approximately 15' tall with 2-3" diameter trunks. The 50' wide zone contains an existing 10' wide dirt road that runs along the top of the stream bank that will be moved to the north edge and the former road/trail will be out-planted. The distance from the stream edge to the front edge of the Hale Koa scrub is approximately 26' to 28'. Clear/chip the scrub vegetation and remove to a separate mulch pile if the mulch contains viable weed seeds. Green waste that cannot be left on the ground will be disposed in accordance with paragraph 13.1.1. •9.2.1.2. Cut/remove existing invasive vegetation from the stream bank (remove mangrove propagules in shallow water at the water's edge) to ground level. Use engineering controls and work practices to prevent sediment runoff from the bank into the stream. Do not leave exposed soil for extended periods of time that is vulnerable to rainwater/sediment runoff. Use knowledge of Waimānalo flora and Hawaiian native plants to remove invasive plants from the stream bank habitat and protect any existing Hawaiian native plants. •9.2.1.2.1. The vegetative clearance will include, but not be limited to, the following steps: •(1) Cut/scrap/clear/chip •(2) Let grow •(3) Apply herbicides (vegetative and pre-emergent appropriate for use near a waterway) •(4) Let grow •(5) Apply herbicides (vegetative and pre-emergent appropriate for use near a waterway) •9.2.1.3. Allow for 10' wide space for a new dirt trail/road that will run parallel to the northern edge of the riparian zone. The existing dirt road/trail that runs along the top of the stream band will be out-planted as part of the new riparian zone. In effect, the 40' wide riparian out-planting will be bordered by the 10' wide dirt trail/road on one side and Pūhā stream on the other side. •9.2.1.4. Apply 6" layer of mulch (This mulch is not government provided). •9.2.1.5. Establish a temporary irrigation system to irrigate the newly planted vegetation along the riparian zone for one year. Tie into an existing 2" HDPE water line that runs along Pūhā stream from the Tinker Road Bridge up to within approximately 200' of the new riparian out-planting site. (See Fig 6, Aerial View Pūhā Stream with Existing 2" Waterline). Extend this existing line to the middle of new riparian out-planting area, place an additional hose bib, and run drip line every 2 feet and plant on each side drip line. For this type of system, consider to install a tee in the 2" water line to reduce down to 1" PVC pipe. Install tees along 1" irrigation line to tie in drip irrigation lines. Install multiple solenoid valves with timers to allow user to alternate irrigation of appropriately sized out-planted sections one at a time (based on water pressure). The government will consider contractor recommended changes to improve the irrigation system. •9.2.1.6. Use riparian and wetland ecology knowledge to perform work in such a manner as to not disturb native wetland birds. •9.2.2. CLIN 008: RIPARIAN SITE PLANTS: PROPAGATE, OUT-PLANT, FERTILIZE, AND IRRIGATE RIPARIAN ZONE (40' WIDE AND 430' LONG) •9.2.2.1. The native plant choices, number of plants, density and configuration will be optimized to create an ecologically healthy (biodiverse) riparian habitat to: •· Support Hawaiian native wetland birds with cover, foraging, roosting and breeding habitat •· Provide stream bank stability and soil conservation •· Provide shade •· Support low maintenance •· Sustain a dry season •· Successfully compete against invasive plants to prevent/reduce •· Reduce likelihood of invasive plants from returning •· "Discourage", if possible, shelter/hiding places for water bird predators (mongoose, rats, cats, and pigs) •9.2.2.2. Propagate Hawaiian native plants to out-plant 40' wide and 430' long riparian zone parallel/adjacent to Pūhā stream with trees, shrubs and groundcovers (identified in paragraph 9.2.2.5). Plants will be propagated/supplied by the contractor. •9.2.2.3. Propagate with Waimānalo plant stock when possible. Preference will be given to contractors who are able to propagate local plant stock, native to Waimānalo when possible, to more closely restore the riparian habitat to historical vegetative conditions. •9.2.2.4. Propagate and out-plant the Hawaiian native plants using proven and well established nursery and landscaping methods. •9.2.2.5. Each 50' long by 40' wide section of riparian habitat will be out-planted with Hawaiian native plants to include no less than all of the seventeen (17) plant species presented in Table 2, Minimum Hawaiian Native Plant Species for Riparian Zone. Additional contractor native plant recommendations are encouraged that follow paragraph 9.2.2.1 guidelines. •9.2.2.6. The "soil" along the stream consists of sand, clay and rock that were installed along Pūhā stream bank as fill material in the 1950's. The soil under the existing dirt trail/road is compacted and may require mechanical means to loosen/scarify the surface for planting. •9.2.2.7. Contractor will coordinate the proposed Out-planting Native Plant Species List and Riparian Out-planting Site Design Layout Diagrams with the BAFS EPM as part of the paragraph 4.1 Work Plan. •9.2.2.8. Contractor will use knowledge of Hawaiian native plants to optimize the out-planting based on the growth characteristics/properties of the plant. For example: •· In general, plant the same species of groundcover plants grouped together in patches/clumps. •· Plant Pāʻūohiʻiaka, pōhinahina, and pōhuehue at the top of the stream bank slope since these plants will grow down slope (rather than upslope). •· Plant naupaka along the top of the stream slope where it will grow down to the stream edge. •9.2.2.9. Fertilize newly planted native plants with an appropriate fertilizer to help the plants to become established. Follow manufacturer guidelines to limit the amount of fertilizer application to minimize fertilizer loss from stormwater runoff. •9.2.2.10. Irrigate newly planted vegetation with irrigation system described in paragraph 9.2.1.5. •9.2.2.11. The performance standard is 75% plant survival rate over 1 year. Table 2, Minimum Hawaiian Native Plant Species for Riparian Zone HAWAIIAN NAME GENUS SPECIES COMMON NAME CLIMATE DESCRIPTION/GROWTH HERBACEOUS 1 ʻ Ae ʻ a e Bacopa monnieri Dwarf bacopa, Water hyssop Wet/Moist Perennial Herb 2 ʻ Ilie ʻ e Plumbago zeylanica White leadwort Dry Low sprawling groundcover GRASSES, RUSHES & SEDGES 3 ʻ Ahu ʻ aw a Cyperus javanicus Java sedge Dry/Moist Perennial sedge 4 A'ka'akai naku Schoenoplectella tabernae-montani Wet Tall Rush 5 ʻ Uk i Cladium jamaicense Sedge or saw-grass Wet Perennial sedge SHRUBS 6 ʻ A ʻ ali ʻ i Dodonaea viscosa Hawaiian hopseed bush Dry/Moist Shrub 7 ʻ Āweoweo Chenopodium oahuense Hawaiian goosefoot Dry Low drooping shrub 8 Hau hele wai Hibiscus furcellatus Hawaiian pink hibiscus Dry/Moist Shrub 9 ʻ Iliahi alo ʻ e Santalum ellipticum Coastal sandalwood Dry Sprawling shrub or tree 10 Naio shrub ( Waimānalo stock) Myoporum sandwicense Bastard sandalwood Dry Shrub 11 Naupaka kai Scaevola taccada Beach naupaka Dry Shrub 12 Pōhinahina Vitex rotundifolia Beach vitex Dry Low, trailing shrub TREES 13 Alahe ʻ e Psydrax odorata Dry Small Tree 14 Hala Pandanus tectorius Hawaiian screwpine Dry/Moist Tree 15 Hao Rauvolfia sandwicensis Hao Dry Tall shrub or tree 16 Koai ʻ a Acacia koaia Dwarf koa Dry Small Tree 17 ʻ Ohe kukuluāe ʻ o Polyscias sandwicensis Hawaiian reynoldsia Dry Tree •9.2.3. CLIN 009: MAINTAIN RIPARIAN ZONE •9.2.3.1. Perform periodic maintenance and irrigation watering for up to six (6) months after planting, not to exceed one year from contract award date. The purpose of periodic maintenance is to control invasive weeds and make "repairs" to the riparian out-planting as needed due to weather-related events or feral pig damage. The purpose of the irrigation watering is to allow the plants to become established in their new habitat. The EPM will act as the daily "eyes on the ground" and notify the contractor of any changes to the system to reduce the number of site visits. •9.2.4. OPTIONAL CLIN 0010: REPLACE NATIVE TREES ALONG 420' LENGTH FIRST RIPARIAN OUT-PLANTING •9.2.4.1. Replace 6 Hao trees, 8 Koai ʻ a trees, and 6 ʻ Ohe kukuluāe ʻ o trees. •9.2.4.2. Upgrade/repair former irrigation lines already in place to provide temporary irrigation. •9.2.5. OPTIONAL CLIN 0011: REMOVE INVASIVE PLANTS (0.5 ACRES) FROM RIVER'S EDGE AND SPREAD MULCH. Remove one-half (0.5) acre of invasive plants from the river's edge (see Fig 8, Photo Ground View Pu'ewai Wetland River's Edge Invasive Plants) at the Pu'ewai wetlands and spread mulch. •9.2.5.1. Remove up to combined area of one-half (0.5) acres of non-native invasive plants (such as, but not limited to, pickleweed (Batis sp.), grasses, herbaceous plants, trees less than 20' height (such as, but not limited to, Milo, Red Mangrove, Kiawe, Opiuma, Ironwood, Brazilian Pepper, Koa Haole, etc.) and shrub vegetation (such as, but not limited to, Indian Fleabane) from the river's edge of Pu'ewai wetlands. •9.2.5.2. Contractor shall use a combination of hand removal, mechanical, and herbicide application methods as needed. Herbicide application shall comply with AFI 32-1053, federal, state, and local permit requirements. The Contractor shall prepare and submit a Pesticide Discharge Management Plan as necessary. Government provided mulch will be spread over the cleared area (3" deep) in the dry areas (not submerged by water). Mulch will not be spread over the wet areas, or areas that experience recurring flooding as determined by the EPM. All removed green waste material will be disposed of according to paragraph 13.1.1. •9.2.6. OPTIONAL CLIN 0012: REMOVE INVASIVE PLANTS FROM FIRST RIPARIAN OUT-PLANTING SITE. •9.2.6.1. Remove invasive Koa Haole saplings, grasses and other herbaceous plants from 42' long and 40' wide first riparian out=planting site. ( See Fig 9, Ground View Former Riparian Pu'ewai Out-planting with Invasive Plants). All removed green waste material will be disposed of according to paragraph 13.1.1. •10. REPORTS AND DELIVERABLES. •10.1. Planning Documents. •10.1.1. WORK PLAN. (As described in Section 3.1). •10.1.2. SAFETY AND HEALTH PROGRAM. (As described in Section 3.2). •10.2. Monthly Status Reporting. The Contractor shall submit monthly (unless otherwise specified) status reports summarizing all activities conducted under this task order. The monthly reports shall be used to review and evaluate the overall progress of the projects, along with any existing or potential problem areas. The monthly reports shall include a summary of the events that occurred during the reporting period, discussion of performance, identification of problems, proposed solutions, corrective actions taken, and outstanding issues. The monthly reports shall also include project schedule status. These reports shall be submitted electronically. •11. COORDINATION OF ACTIVITIES. The Contractor shall coordinate worksite activities with all applicable personnel to ensure the protection of human health and the environment; the prevention of damage to property, utilities, materials, supplies, and equipment; and the avoidance of work interruptions. The Contractor must comply with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety and health regulations and local safety office requirements. •12. EPISODIC FLOODING. Pu'ewai Wetlands occasionally floods during heavy rainfall and when a sand plug forms at the mouth of the stream causing the stream water to back up. Water level can rise 20" when a sand plug occurs inundating the mudflats under water. A sand plug has formed twice a month during April, May and June 2016. The sand plug lasts for 3-5 days before the water builds up enough pressure to cut a path back to the ocean. On some occasions, BAFS can manually dig a trench through the sand plug to drain the wetlands over a 24 hour period. •13. HAZARDOUS MATERIAL AND HAZARDOUS WASTE ACTIVITIES. The Contractor shall handle all hazardous materials and waste in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements. The Contractor shall provide a listing of hazardous chemicals/materials and estimated usage (quantities) to BAFS EPM for any material requiring a Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) and brought or used on station. It is anticipated that nonhazardous solid waste will be generated during the project. No hazardous waste is anticipated as a result of this project. •13.1. Solid Waste Disposal. Contractor shall provide BAFS with data to identify the type, tonnage and destination ( e.g. landfill, recycling, waste to energy, etc. ) of all solid waste (including green waste) that is recycled or disposed of off-station on a monthly basis. Copies of manifests and weight tickets shall be provided to the BAFS EPM. •13.1.1. Green waste generated during clearing and invasive plant removal may be sent through a chipper (not government provided) and/or accumulated in a green waste area on BAFS within 30 calendar days of removal through prior coordination with the EPM. Wood chips will be deposited at the riparian restoration site and/or in a designated area on BAFS. In the unanticipated event that waste requiring an alternative disposal method is generated during this project, the contractor will contact the BAFS EPM to discuss disposal alternatives. •14. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE. •14.1. Period of Performance. The period of performance is one calendar year after contract award date. •14.2. Place of Performance. Work shall be accomplished at: Bellows Air Force Station (AFS), USAF PACAF, DET 2, 18 FSS Bellows, 515 Tinker Road, Waimānalo, Hawai'i, 96795. •15. CONSERVATION. Activities shall be planned and implemented in a manner that protects existing site utilities, surface features, and the general site environment. This includes the protection of trees, shrubs and other vegetation not in the affected zone from dust damage, soil compaction, and physical contact with machines and equipment. All reasonable measures shall be taken to minimize and suppress fugitive emissions of dust, vapors, and other site materials during site work. The Contractor shall conduct all operations and activities with the intent of reducing the amount of pollution generated. •16. SITE PREPARATION. The Contractor shall perform site work as necessary to prepare sites for staging area activities. Security and access controls shall be implemented to prevent unauthorized entry to sites and to protect wildlife from site exposure. •17. DEMOBILIZATION. The Contractor shall remove any temporary facilities and implement erosion control measures, and restore roads and utilities if affected. •18. SCONS CONTRACTING AUTHORITY POINTS OF CONTACT. Ms. Abby Speed Contracting Specialist Email: abby.speed.1@us.af.mil •19. BAFS AUTHORITY AND POINTS OF CONTACT. •20. ATTACHMENTS. Table 1, Hawaiian Waterbird Breeding Table Table 2, Minimum Hawaiian Native Plant Species for Riparian Zone Fig 1, Location Map, BAFS, Nursery & Riparian Sites Fig 2, Aerial View BAFS Riparian Restoration Site (7 APR 2016) Fig 3, Native Plant Nursery Layout Fig 4, Cuttings Propagation Tables Irrigation System Fig 5, Native Hawaiian Plant Nursery Site Fig 6, Aerial View Pūhā Stream with Existing 2" Waterline Fig 7, Ground View Pūhā Stream Riparian Restoration Site Fig 8, Photo Ground View Pu'ewai Wetland River's Edge Invasive Plants Fig 9, Photos Ground View Former Riparian Out-planting Site
 

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