02.02.01 DR4673_PWS_Debris_Removal_Site_Restoration.pdf

Performance Work Statement (PWS) Removal of Debris, Temporary Transportable Housing Units (TTHUs), and Site Restoration

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) includes guidelines for the removal of Temporary Transportable Housing Units (TTHU), Debris, and Site Restoration; resulting from impacts incurred by Hurricane Ian on area Commercial Properties and Private Sites. The Contractor shall verify that the protocol for local and state codes and regulations are applied to all work; as well as Federal requirements (including compliance with Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards); State and local, and manufacturer’s codes. In general, any code or regulation that is more stringent than the manufacturers shall be followed. The contractor shall coordinate with the appropriate authorities to determine all codes and regulations. If issues are identified at requested site locations or assigned lots; requiring equipment or services extending outside the proposed job quote, the contractor shall immediately notify the Contractor Officer Representative (COR). The contractor shall not request departures from codes and regulations or add to this scope of work without the Contracting Officer’s (CO) consent.

The contractor is encouraged to propose a statement of work, completion plan, alternative materials, designs, or methods that meet or exceed the performance requirements by saving time, reducing costs or otherwise advancing FEMA's objectives. Such alternative proposals must be approved by the COR and CO prior to implementation. Any deviations implemented without approval will be at the risk of the contractor to absorb.

The contractor shall be responsible for acquiring all necessary permits and coordinating with Local County Departments. Completed lots or areas that do not meet performance standards required or violate applicable code regulation shall be replaced/corrected by the contractor at the contractor's expense.

The contractor shall observe and comply with all Federal, state, tribal entities and local policies, regulations, and procedures concerning fire, safety, sanitation, security, and possession of drugs, alcohol, and firearms, or other lethal weapons.

Description of Work:

The Contractor will be responsible for providing all equipment, labor, and materials necessary to perform debris removal for commercial parks or private sites and restore lots to clean, safe and functional site as directed by FEMA. Debris removal work shall include the following:

• Work will be performed in the following counties; Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Hardee, Lee, Sarasota, and Volusia.

• Debris removal consistent of the downed tree, loose natural materials and scattered rubble, metal, manufactured wood, cinder block/concrete, litter, garbage/refuse/trash and any identifiable debris. Trees that are cut and removed must have their stumps cut or shaved to ground level, preventing the possibility for tripping hazards and or obstruction.

• Removal of hazardous materials such as kitchen, bath and laundry detergents, refrigerants, household items such as paints, oils, and batteries to ensure those materials are disposed of properly.

• Hazardous materials shall be disposed of in accordance with Federal, state and local laws and regulation.

Refrigerants must be captured and handled in accordance with all state, local and Federal laws.

• The Contractor shall dispose of appliances and furnishings in a manner that precludes or minimizes any health hazards or environmental contamination, and shall ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and Federal codes and laws. Contractor shall be responsible for all disposal fees.

• Destroy the MHU/TT shell and all contents in a manner that precludes their future assembly and/or reuse. When the MHU is completely removed from the frame it (the frame) becomes the property of the Contractor.

• After the removal of damaged dwellings, the Contractor shall have the technical capacity and adequate personnel to dispose of any personal property within the Housing Units as well as deconstruct a unit at a predetermined location of the Contractor’s choice.

• Upon completion of the debris removal on an identified lot, it is imperative that it’s as close to original grade as possible for potential MHU / Travel Trailer installation.

No additional work is requested to improve lot condition, i.e., Addition of gravel, leveling topsoil or additional compacting requirements. Special attention to utility connection locations will be required, to prevent further damage as a result of the debris removal process and work on site. Only items and areas previously identified will work be performed; they’ll either be appropriately marked by property management or clarified by the assigned COR.

Work Completion

All work must be completed in 5 to 7 business days or upon an established timeline agreed by COR and CO.

The Contractor shall provide a completion schedule and weekly update reporting. (For example, Company A completed 5 acres of debris removal in 2 days and has a remaining 5 acres and should be completed within 7 days)

Records Management

The Contractor shall cooperate with FEMA's record keeping requirements by certifying the destruction and removal of the Housing Units. FEMA will provide the required paperwork for signature by the Contractor or an authorized representative. Paperwork must be completed at the end of each workday.

Environmental Support

The Contractor shall coordinate with FEMA Regional Environmental Office and support FEMA or its designee work on any environmental issues. Obtain bonds and permits and begin work according to schedule within the requirements.

Existing Utilities

The Contractor shall recognize any and all utility locations during the course of the work performed while on the property. Ensure that measures are in place to prevent further damage and or cover the connections during the debris removal process. Any safety concerns recognized during removal process relating to utilities, immediate notification to the assigned COR and local Property Management will be required. Any material related to lot utilities, i.e., electric meters, power pedestals, poles, conduit housing wiring, is to remain on site unless otherwise directed by the property or assigned COR. Sewer line connections when uncovered from debris will be clearly marked, capped and covered in place; they’ll be noted for future reference with potential for reuse.

Materials/Equipment

The Contractor will be responsible for securing and utilizing the appropriate equipment necessary to conduct the work. Consideration to proposed equipment should be recognized as it relates to the cost proposal submitted to FEMA contracting; any adjustments impacting cost will be notified immediately to the assigned COR and Contracting Officer for approval. All equipment used must be operated by a licensed and trained operator, in accordance with the local and state requirements.

Notifications/Communications

Upon completion of an individual lot’s debris removal and restoration; it is imperative you notify the on-site FEMA Technical Monitor and or the COR of its completion immediately. This will warrant a brief inspection of the lots condition validating its overall completion status. At this time there may be items that need to be addressed; note it’s only when the Contractor receives confirmation from FEMA personnel that they can proceed from the identified lot.

Safety

Safety during the operation of heavy equipment will be the overall responsibility of the Contractor; ensure all Contractor and Subcontractor personnel have and utilize personal protective safety gear in accordance with OSHA requirements and follow all company safety policies.

Assumption of Liability

Contractor assumes all liability for the proper deconstruction, and disposal of each MHU transferred to it.

Contractor further agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the United States Government from and against any claim of any nature arising out of the deconstruction, demolition and disposal of the MHUs.