2026_IZM_NWR_Drum__Disposal_Specs__SOW_(rev_1)_0003.pdf

Statement of Work Cold Bay Hazardous Materials

Hazmat Disposal Izembek NWR

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GENERAL: Provide environmental services for the following work:

The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS) requires a Hazardous Waste Disposal Company licensed in

Alaska to sample, characterize, package, transport, and dispose of one (1) unlabeled and uncharacterized

55-Gallon Blue Plastic Drum located at Izembek National Wildlife Refuge (NWR), Cold Bay, Alaska. All services shall be performed in accordance with Federal, State (ADEC), and DOT regulations.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS:

Cold Bay is located approximately 620 miles from Anchorage, Alaska. Flight time is approximately 2.5 hours. Flights are available by commercial aircraft from Anchorage. Permits or other documents shall be obtained to remove, transport, and dispose of hazardous materials. Direct any public inquiries to the

Contracting Officer (CO), Contracting Officer Technical Representative (COTR) or the Refuge

Representative. Do not divulge, explain, or share project information with anyone other than the government representatives above unless it is necessary to obtain permits, or clearances, etc. Any information that could have potential impact on the government shall be directed to the CO or COTR.

CONTRACTORS QUALIFICATIONS:

- Experience handling unknown/mixed petroleum waste drums.

- Experience with ADEC or similar state agencies.

- OSHA HAZWOPER

- DOT HAZMAT certification.

- EPA ID number for hazardous waste shipping.

GOVERNMENT FURNISHED EQUIPMENT

Due to the remote location the following items can be requested and provided by Izembek NWR.

Scheduling the use of these items will need to be coordinated with the station Project Leader.

- Lodging at the bunkhouse.

- Use of pick-up truck to transfer 55-gallon drum from station to airport.

SCOPE OF WORK:

1. Work Plan:

The Contractor shall prepare and submit a Work Plan addressing the full process of sampling, removal, and disposal of one unlabeled and uncharacterized 55-Gallon Blue Plastic Drum located Izembek NWR.

The drum was left on-site after completion of the new cold storage building.

At minimum, the Work Plan shall include:

• Project schedule

• Mobilization/demobilization plan

• Cold Bay logistics

• Sampling and characterization procedures

• Waste determination methodology

• Packaging and overpacking approach

• Transportation and manifesting procedures

• Proposed Alaska permitted TSDF

• Spill prevention and emergency response procedures

The Work Plan shall categorize the cost proposal by task and subtask including airfare, lodging, per diem, vehicle rental, licensing, permits, sampling supplies, disposal fees, reporting, and administrative costs.

2. Sampling & Characterization

The Contractor shall sample the uncharacterized material following approved hazardous materials sampling methods (i.e. RCRA characteristics (ignitability, corrosivity, reactivity, toxicity). Chain of custody documentation shall accompany all samples.

3. Packaging, Labeling & Manifesting

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Following determination, the Contractor shall:

• Overpack the drum if required

• Label the container in accordance with EPA and DOT standards

• Prepare hazardous waste manifests or bills of lading

• Ensure all packaging meets transport requirements for remote Alaskan shipment

4. Transportation & Disposal

The Contractor shall:

• Use an ADEC-authorized hazardous waste transporter

• Transport waste to an ADEC-permitted TSDF

• Provide final disposal confirmation, certificates of destruction, and all manifests

Cold Bay’s isolation, travel conditions, and commercial cargo limitations should be factored into the scheduling and planning sections of the Work Plan

5. Final Documentation

At a minimum, the final documentation package shall include:

• Approved Work Plan

• Sampling Plan

• Laboratory analytical results

• Chain of custody forms

• Completed manifests and transport paperwork

• Photographic documentation

• Final disposal certificate

• Comprehensive project report suitable for audit retention

This Scope of Work is not all inclusive and shall not relieve the contractor of responsibilities as outlined in federal, state, and local regulations.

NOTIFICATION:

Contact the COTR, CO, and Refuge Representative before departing to the site. Review concerns about time lines, transportation, equipment, personnel, permits, licensing, and contingencies. Keep the CO and

COTR informed of progress. Daily reports, photographs, notes and all documentation shall become the sole property of the government.

ATTACHMENTS:

Use attachments as guides only. The government makes no claims as to the accuracy or usability of attachments.

REPORTS:

The report shall include information needed to verify work completed and conclusions, and recommendations. Produce final report electronically and submit to CO, COR, Project Leader. The government requires 14 days to review the final report. And comments or questions shall be addressed within 14 calendar days after receiving government comments. The final report shall include sampling results, manifest, photographs and field notes.

POINTS OF CONTACTS:

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US Fish and Wildlife Service, Infrastructure Management Division

5600 American Blvd W, Suite 990

Bloomington, MN 55437

612-518-1237

Robert McGinn, Regional Environmental Compliance Coordinator, Robert_McGinn@fws.gov

Refuge Representative

Izembek National Wildlife Refuge

1 Izembek Circle

Cold Bay, AK 99571

907-532-2445/ 532-2549 Fax

Jeff Kalin, Deputy Refuge Manager, jeff_kalin@fws.gov or Maria Fosado, Refuge Manager, maria_fosado@fws.gov

PROJECT SCHEDULE:

Within 7 calendar days after Notice to Proceed has been issued, the Contractor shall brief the CO and

COTR of work activities, verify and clarify travel, permits, payment schedules, report format, schedule of values, work plan actions, availability of equipment, etc. Coordinate existing and new data to evaluate and recommend proper course of action. Daily reports, photographs, notes, and documentation shall become the sole property of the government. The total performance time is 30 calendar days from NTP.

SUBMITTALS:

Submit a Work Plan of tasks to perform the work, including travel, permits, and equipment.

Final report shall include all documentation on electronic media.

END OF STATEMENT OF WORK

Attachment 1 – Location and Photo mailto:Robert_McGinn@fws.gov