USDA Forest Service Pike Zone Tree Planting Land Management Integrated Resources (LMIR)BPA Call

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a BPA Call Order Form for the CON PSICC South Platte FY26 Spring Planting project. It outlines the specific requirements for a call order under an existing Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA).

• BPA Number: 12363N2__A4_____
• Project Name: CON PSICC South Platte FY26 Spring Planting
• BPA RFQ or Call No.: 12363N2__Q4____
• Location: Pike-San Isabel NF - South Platte RD
• Set-Aside: Small Business
• Award Information: Single award call order. Contractors must provide pricing for all items listed.
• Schedule of Supplies/Services: Details specific planting units (e.g., Planting Unit Wigwam 284, 225) with NAICS code 115310, estimated quantities (AC), and fields for Unit Price and Amount.
• Description/Statement of Work: Requires furnishing all materials, equipment, labor, supplies, and incidentals for planting approximately 509 acres with container stock (approx. 67,000 seedlings) in the South Platte Ranger District, Pike National Forest, within the Hayman burn area. Specifics include tree types (85% Ponderosa Pine, 15% Douglas Fir), stock type (1-0 plugs), spacing requirements, and micro-siting.
• Period of Performance: Date of Award through 4/28/2026.
• Key Personnel: Contractor's Representative, Foreman, and Plot Inspector are required.
• Inspection and Acceptance: Outlines contractor and government inspection procedures, including quality assurance surveillance plan (QASP) and contractor certification of satisfactory completion.
• Commencement: Work must commence within 7 calendar days of the notice to proceed.
• Post Award Conference: Required within 10 days after award.
• Evaluation Criteria: Technical capability statement explaining time frame, personnel, deliverables, and experience. Lowest priced quote with an acceptable technical capability statement will receive the award.
• Attachments: Includes Planting Units and Vicinity Maps, Seedling Storage Location Map, Reference from FSH 2409.17, Sample Inspection Sheets, FAR Class Deviations, Statement of Work, QASP, and SCA Wage Determination.

This form details the specific requirements, scope of work, pricing structure, and evaluation criteria for this particular call order under the LMIR BPA. Bidders must use this form to submit their pricing and demonstrate their technical capability to meet the planting requirements for the South Platte FY26 Spring Planting project.

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

To furnish all necessary materials, equipment, labor, supplies, and incidentals for the South Platte FY26 Spring Planting project, located within the Pike National Forest in Teller County.

• Plant approximately 509 acres with container stock (85% Ponderosa Pine, 15% Douglas Fir).

• Utilize 1-0 plugs (112 and 160 container stock).

• Plant at a density of 134 trees per acre, totaling approximately 67,000 seedlings.

• Maintain a minimum 8’ x 8’ spacing, with an average spacing of 18’ x 18’.

• All trees must be planted in shaded microsites using logs, standing dead trees, or other suitable natural materials for shade.

• Specific planting units include Wigwam 284 (284 acres) and Wigwam 225 (225 acres).

• Planting method is primarily "Hoedad".

• Contractor is responsible for tree handling, planting, micro-siting, and all labor, equipment (including covered trailer for seedlings), supervision, and insurance.

• Planting must adhere to "Legacy Plant" and "Modified 18’x18’ spacing" techniques.

• Specific requirements for shade material (minimum 4-inch diameter transportable material, placement on south/southwest side).

• Definitions for "Acceptable established tree," "Satisfactorily planted tree," and "Unsatisfactory planted tree" are provided.

• Planting inspection standards are based on Forest Service Handbook, R1 Supplement 2409.17.

• Estimated Beginning Date: April 7th, 2025

• Estimated Contract Time: 11 days for 509 acres.

• Location: South Platte Ranger District, Pike National Forest, within the Hayman burn area.

• Contractor must provide planting tools (Hoedads with specific blade dimensions), planting bags (insulated, light-colored), and heat tarps.

• Contractor must provide transportation for planting crews and seedlings.

• A Safety Plan must be submitted and available to all employees.

• Contractor must protect land survey monuments, residual trees, and existing improvements.

• Camping requirements and fire prevention measures must be followed.

• Government-furnished items include project maps, access to roads, and planting stock.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) for the "South Platte FY26 Spring Planting" project. It outlines the procedures and guidelines the USDA, Pike National Forest will use to ensure the contractor meets the performance standards and service levels specified in the Statement of Work (SOW).

This QASP details how the government will monitor and evaluate the contractor's performance. Key aspects for bidders include:

• Performance Standards & Acceptable Quality Levels (AQLs): Defines the expected level of contractor performance and the acceptable threshold for deficiencies. For example, planting quality must meet or exceed 90% for full payment, with deductions applied for quality between 80% and 90%. Quality below 80% is considered unacceptable and may lead to liquidated damages or contract termination.
• Contractor Responsibilities: Includes implementing a Quality Control Plan (QCP), maintaining quality control records, and appointing a single point of contact for quality control.
• Government Responsibilities: Outlines the roles of the Contracting Officer (CO) and Contracting Officer Representative (COR) in contract administration, surveillance, and performance evaluation.
• Surveillance Methods: Describes how performance will be monitored, including plot inspections (0.5% of planted area, minimum 5 plots per unit, 1/20th acre plot size) and calculations for planting quality percentage.
• Payment & Deductions: Details how payment is calculated based on planting quality percentages, including potential deductions for quality below 90% and liquidated damages for quality below 80%.
• Wasted Trees: Specifies liquidated damages for wasted trees identified during inspections.
• Rework & Re-inspection: Outlines procedures and costs associated with rework and re-inspection if the contractor's quality control results are unacceptable or disputed.
• Appendices: Include examples of a Performance Requirements Summary (PRS), Discrepancy Report, Customer Feedback Record, and inspection checklists, which illustrate specific requirements and evaluation methods.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Wage Determination issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division, under the Service Contract Act. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations performing work on covered federal contracts in specific geographic areas. Bidders must use this determination to ensure compliance with labor standards when proposing on relevant opportunities.

• Area: Colorado Counties of Adams, Arapahoe, Broomfield, Clear Creek, Denver, Douglas, Elbert, Gilpin, Jefferson, Park.
• Occupational Listing: Provides a comprehensive list of job titles, corresponding occupation codes, and the minimum hourly wage rate for each.
• Fringe Benefits: Indicates that fringe benefits are required and follow the occupational listing. Specific details on Health & Welfare benefits are provided, including rates for standard coverage and coverage under Executive Order 13706.
• Executive Orders: Notes applicability of Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Minimum Wage), outlining requirements and minimum rates for 2025.
• Vacation and Holidays: Details paid vacation accrual based on years of service and lists eleven paid holidays.
• Footnotes and Special Provisions: Includes notes on computer employee exemptions, hazardous pay differentials, uniform allowances, and the process for requesting additional classifications and wage rates (Conformance Process).

This document is critical for bidders to accurately estimate labor costs and ensure compliance with federal labor laws. It directly impacts the pricing of proposals by defining the minimum wages and benefits that must be paid to employees working on the contract. Bidders must identify the relevant occupations for their proposed effort and apply the specified wage rates and fringe benefits in their cost proposals. Failure to comply can lead to contract violations.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document contains maps and excerpts from the Forest Service Handbook (FSH) related to tree planting operations. It serves as a reference for bidders on the "Land Management Integrated Resources BPA Call" opportunity, providing detailed guidance on planting procedures, environmental considerations, and inspection criteria.

• Maps: Includes planting vicinity maps, planting trailer parking location maps, and detailed maps of planting units in the Pike and San Isabel National Forests.
• FSH Excerpts: Provides detailed instructions and standards from FSH 2409.17 covering:
  • Tree handling and care during transport and planting.
  • Environmental hazards affecting tree survival (weather, soil conditions).
  • Planting hole design and container plug planting.
  • Satisfactory vs. unsatisfactory planting examples.
  • Site preparation (clearing and scalping).
  • Shade and protection strategies.
• Inspection Forms: Includes a Planting Inspection Sheet (Contract and Force Account) and instructions for its use, detailing criteria for evaluating planting quality.
• Class Deviations: Outlines March 2025 class deviations to FAR and AGAR clauses, reflecting updated Executive Orders and policy changes.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the specific requirements and standards for tree planting operations. It details the expected quality of work, environmental conditions to consider, and the methods for site preparation and seedling care. The inspection forms and criteria will be used to evaluate performance, so bidders must familiarize themselves with these to ensure compliance and successful execution of any awarded contract.