Forest Improvement Herbicide- Fort Drum

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an "Application for Sponsorship" form used to request sponsorship for individuals requiring access to Fort Drum. It serves as a prerequisite for obtaining a "Friends of the North Country Local Access Badge."

• Individual Information: Requires Last Name, First Name, Middle Initial, Date of Birth, ID Type and Number, Vehicle Make/Color/Plate, State, and Relationship to the sponsor.
• Justification: A mandatory field to explain the "bonafide need" for access.
• Access Details: Specifies the Date and Time of Requested Access, and the Days of the Week access is needed.
• Sponsor Information: Requires the sponsor's Last Name, First Name, Middle Initial, Rank/Grade, Organization, Telephone, Address, and Email.
• Approvals: Sections for Sponsor's Signature, Date, and Approving Official's Signature and Printed Name.
• Installation Access Control Office Use: Fields for NCIC-III checks, clearance status, and control numbers.

This form is directly relevant to bidders who will be performing herbicide services on Fort Drum, specifically in Training Area 88, as indicated in the "Justification" section. Personnel requiring access to this area will need to complete this application to obtain the necessary local access badge. Bidders should anticipate the need to fill out this form for their employees who will be working on-site.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a PDF portfolio wrapper, indicating that the actual content requires a specific version of Adobe Acrobat or Reader (version X or later) to be opened and viewed. It does not contain the substantive details of the opportunity itself.

Bidders need to be aware that the primary document for this opportunity requires a specific software version for access. They should ensure they have compatible software to view the full details of the solicitation or other related documents.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is the FY23 Fort Drum Pesticide Use List, which details the approved chemical list for herbicide application at Fort Drum, NY. It serves as a reference for authorized pesticides and their active ingredients.

• Installation Name: Ft. Drum NY
• IPMC Name/Email: David Dummit
• PMC Reviewer: Dr. William B. Miller
• Pesticide Information: Includes Full Pesticide Trade Name, EPA Registration No., and Active Ingredients for a comprehensive list of herbicides and insecticides.

This list is crucial for any bidder involved in herbicide application services at Fort Drum. It specifies the exact products and active ingredients that are approved for use, ensuring compliance with Fort Drum's pesticide management program. Bidders must ensure their proposed applications and materials align with this approved list.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for providing invasive and undesirable vegetation treatment services on Fort Drum through a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA).

• The primary task is to treat invasive/undesirable vegetation using various herbicide application methods across areas ranging from 1 to 400 acres within Fort Drum's Cantonment and Training Areas.

• Specific treatment methods include foliar treatment, cut stump treatment, and hack and squirt methods.

• Treatment of aquatic invasive plants is also included, requiring specific permits.

• Successful herbicide application is defined as achieving a 90% or greater rate of senescence or death of target species, evaluated approximately one month after treatment.

• Contractor personnel must be qualified and certified, including a Lead Herbicide Applicator.

• Compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and environmental protection measures is required.

• The Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) period of performance is 5 years (2024-2028).

• Active treatment periods are from June 1 to December 1.

• Foliar applications must be completed by October 15 or before leaf color change.

• The work will be performed on Fort Drum.

• Personnel: Qualified and certified herbicide applicators are required. A Lead Herbicide Applicator must be available during normal duty hours. Personnel must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English if interacting with Government personnel.

• Safety: Contractor must comply with all safety precautions, environmental laws, and occupational health regulations. A Safety Plan must be submitted within 10 days of contract award.

• Security & Access: Personnel require installation access, which involves background checks and obtaining identification credentials. A list of employees must be provided 7 days prior to access.

• Environmental: Strict compliance with environmental laws, including those related to hazardous waste, storm water pollution, and cultural resources, is mandatory. Specific attention must be paid to endangered species (Indiana bat, northern long-eared bat) and wetland protection.

• Reporting: The Contractor must submit various reports, including herbicide application reports, damage reports, and a Quality Control Plan (QCP).

• Insurance: Minimum insurance requirements include NYS Workmen's Compensation, Employer's Liability, General Liability, and Automobile Liability.