Pest Control (Geese Mitigation) Services, Ft Logan National Cemetery

Other / Unclassified

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (No. 2015-5419, Revision No. 31) applicable to the State of Colorado, specifically for the counties of Adams, Arapahoe, Broomfield, Clear Creek, Denver, Douglas, Elbert, Gilpin, Jefferson, and Park. It lists various occupational classifications with their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates and outlines required fringe benefits.

This wage determination is crucial for any bidder responding to a solicitation that requires services covered by the Service Contract Act (SCA) within the specified Colorado counties. Bidders must ensure their proposed labor rates and fringe benefits meet or exceed those listed in this determination to comply with federal regulations. Key details include:

• Occupational Wage Rates: A comprehensive list of job titles and their minimum required hourly wages.
• Fringe Benefits: Specifies Health & Welfare ($5.55/hour or $222.00/week), Paid Sick Leave (EO 13706: $5.09/hour or $203.60/week), Vacation (2 weeks after 1 year, 3 after 5, 4 after 15), and Holidays (11 paid holidays).
• Executive Order Applicability: Notes that Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage) may apply, outlining specific requirements and rates.
• Special Pay Differentials: Details hazardous pay differentials (8% for high hazard, 4% for low hazard) for work involving ordnance, explosives, and incendiary materials.
• Uniform Allowance: Outlines requirements for providing and maintaining uniforms, including reimbursement rates ($3.35/week for cleaning).
• Conformance Process: Explains the procedure (Standard Form 1444) for classifying and determining wage rates for occupations not listed in the determination, emphasizing that this must be done prior to contract work.

Performance Work Statement (PWS)

The primary objective is to provide year-round geese mitigation services at Fort Logan National Cemetery in Denver, Colorado, to maintain the cemetery's appearance and dignity as a National Shrine. Services must be performed safely and humanely, without disrupting cemetery operations.

• Implement a year-round humane hazing protocol.

• Perform egg depredation and nest removal.

• Provide services twice daily during heavy migration (October-March) and once daily during minimal migration (April-September), seven days a week, between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

• Comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and commercial practices, including obtaining and maintaining Colorado licenses for geese control.

• Daily Humane Goose Hazing (SS-1): Preferred methods include trained dogs and/or drones to deter geese. Acceptable performance means very infrequent geese landings and 95% all-day geese presence. Re-performance is required within 2 hours of notification for deficiencies.

• Removal of Goose Nests/Eggs (SS-2): Nests must be removed and disposed of immediately. Re-performance is required within 2 hours of notification for deficiencies.

• Quality Control (SS-3): Inspection procedures must be followed and documented per the Contractor's Quality Control Plan. Acceptable performance allows for a maximum of 3 valid defects per month. A written Corrective Action Report is required for deficiencies.

• Base period of one year with up to four one-year option periods.

• Fort Logan National Cemetery, Denver, Colorado.

• Personnel Conduct: Strict adherence to dress code, behavior, and language appropriate for a National Shrine is required. Personnel must exhibit decorum and respect towards visitors.

• Safety: Contractor is responsible for safety of personnel and any animals used. Warning signs must be displayed as approved by the COR. Compliance with OSHA and other relevant safety standards is mandatory.

• Equipment & Supplies: Contractor must furnish all necessary equipment and supplies, which must be approved by the COR. Electrical equipment must have quiet motors and comply with safety standards. No extension cords are permitted.

• Chemicals: Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all materials must be provided to the COR prior to use. Chemicals must be stored in designated areas and spills must be contained and reported.

• Reporting: Weekly inspection reports and work accomplished must be submitted to the COR. A Quality Control Plan must be submitted within 14 days of award.

• Security: Contractor personnel will not be provided keys and must report suspicious individuals. Contractor is responsible for safeguarding government property.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a pricing schedule for geese mitigation services. Bidders should use this to understand the pricing structure and potential costs associated with the contract.

• Service: Monthly Geese Mitigation Services
• Quantity: 12 EA (Each) per period
• Unit Price: Not specified (0.0)
• Total Price: 0.0
• Period of Performance (PoP):
  • Base: 09/01/2026 to 08/31/2027
  • Option 1: 09/01/2027 to 08/31/2028
  • Option 2: 09/01/2028 to 08/31/2029
  • Option 3: 09/01/2029 to 08/31/2030
  • Option 4: 09/01/2030 to 08/31/2031
• Base/Option Indicator: Base and Options 1-4
• Base Line #: 0001 for all options
• Option Period: 1 through 4

This pricing sheet indicates that the services are priced at $0.0 for all periods, including the base and option years. Bidders should note this when preparing their proposals, as it suggests the pricing may be handled separately or is part of a larger contract structure not detailed in this specific attachment.