Cattle Egret Habitat Removal Property B

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This Statement of Work outlines the requirements for an egret rookery habitat removal project on a one-acre private property to support the Bird/Wildlife Aircraft Strike Hazard (BASH) Program at Sheppard Air Force Base (SAFB). Cattle egrets nesting on this property pose a significant strike threat to aviation safety. The selected contractor must provide all personnel, equipment, and services to clear unmarked woody vegetation using hydraulic shears, saws, or chainsaws, cutting trees to a maximum height of two inches above ground level. Immediately following felling, the contractor must apply Garlon 4 Ultra herbicide mixed with a blue indicator dye to the cut stumps. The contractor must possess a valid commercial Pesticide Applicators License from the Texas Department of Agriculture and record daily herbicide usage for the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). All removed woody debris must be legally disposed of off-site. Because active nesting sites are protected under state and federal laws, USDA-Wildlife Services will inspect the site for active nests prior to starting. Fieldwork must begin by September 30, 2026, and conclude by October 30, 2026. Contractors must conduct a joint pre-work site inspection, adhere to local quiet hours, and follow all safety regulations. Payment and work acceptance are contingent upon successful tree removal, proper herbicide application, debris disposal, and property damage restoration.

This federal solicitation document (FA302026Q0121) outlines the incorporated standard clauses and specific provisions required for a Department of Defense (DoD) contract. It lists numerous Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clauses by reference, covering critical compliance areas such as whistleblower rights, cybersecurity standards, domestic sourcing restrictions, and small business set-asides. Two primary clauses are detailed in full text: 1. **DFARS 252.204-7017 (Prohibition on the Acquisition of Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services-Representation):** This clause requires offerors to represent whether they will provide covered defense telecommunications equipment or services from prohibited entities in the performance of the contract, mandating detailed disclosures if such equipment is utilized. 2. **DFARS 252.232-7006 (Wide Area WorkFlow Payment Instructions):** This clause provides instructions for electronic invoicing and receiving reports through the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system. It specifies routing codes (DoDAACs), including the Pay Official (F87700), Issue By/Admin (FA3020), and Inspect By/Ship To (F3V3E1) designations, and names Mr. Marion W. Hammonds as the primary contracting activity point of contact to assist the contractor with the invoicing process.