Because tree survival and growth is dependent upon proper soil and weather conditions at the time of planting and because these conditions will only prevail for a limited length of time, it is imperative that work start promptly after conditions for planting become suitable. Estimated work start dates for each contract are listed in the Schedule of Items. Actual work start dates will depend on weather and the soil moisture of the planting area. The normal planting dates for each unit may vary widely according to weather conditions. Therefore, the Contractor(s) shall have sufficient equipment and crews available when weather conditions are suitable for planting. Because of normal variations in seasonal weather conditions, it is mutually agreed that the contract starting date(s) may be adjusted for each contract with no adjustment in contract time or price. Before start of work the Contracting Officer and Contractor will meet at a mutually agreed upon date and location to discuss contract terms, license and insurance requirements, work performance requirements, designation of a Contractor Representative, and the Contractors plans for conducting the work. A written work plan will be developed by the Contractor and approved by Colville Tribal Forestry to establish how the Contractor plans to complete the work within the time allotted in the contract. The work plan will contain a daily work schedule outlining the days of the week, holidays and hours the Contractor's crew will work. The work order should include the average number of employees and the average number of seedlings to be planted on a daily basis. This information will establish a schedule that will be used to evaluate the Contractor's progress. If the Contractor fails to meet the schedule established and in the opinion of the COR is in danger of not completing the contract by the contract completion date the COR may at his/her discretion recommend to the CO to terminate the contract or modify the existing contract by removing some or all the remaining inspection items from the contract. The CO will evaluate the situation and make a decision. If the contract is terminated the Contractor will forfeit his/her 20% Holdback. All firms doing business on the Colville Reservation are required to hold an Indian Traders License. This license may be obtained from the Bureau of Indian Affairs contracting specialist. The Contractor will be required to provide Contractors Liability Insurance coverage insurance or its equivalent for all persons employed under this contract. Proof of such insurance shall be filed by; the Contractor with the Contracting Officer before the commencement of work by the Contractor. Proof of such insurance shall be filed by; the Contractor with the Contracting Officer before the commencement of work by the Contractor. If Workmens Compensation InSurance is tied to your contractors liability insurance then it must be approved by Risk Management. Otherwise it will be deducted from your final payment. The work areas are located within the Colville Indian Reservation. Attached to and incorporated into this contract are brief descriptions of site conditions and planting unit maps that show specific unit locations. The boundaries are shown on the attached planting unit maps. The maps show the general location of the units; the actual area to be planted will be described by the COR. The work areas may be reached by forest roads that are accessible by a standard 4 wheel drive pickup, weather permitting. If roads become inaccessible because of snow, fallen trees, slides, washouts, etc., CTF may direct the Contractor to use other access routes, or exclude affected units from the contract. No payment will be made for excluded units except for work completed prior to exclusion. No vehicles will be allowed to operate on off system roads without approval from the CO or COR.
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