140P1223Q0077_-_PWS_-_Septic_Pumping.docx

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

Arches National Park

Septic Pumping Services

PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS

PART 1 GENERAL

A. Synopsis.

The work as needed under this contract consists of furnishing materials, equipment, transportation and labor necessary to collect (pump) wastewater sewage and debris from septic tanks and wash down and clean the same in accordance with the stated pick-up schedule and the lawful disposal of the same at a state licensed wastewater treatment facility located outside of Arches National Park.

B. Location

The work described in this contract is to be performed at all of the designated collection sites within the boundaries of Arches National Park.

1. Arches National Park is five miles north of Moab, Utah off of U.S. Highway 191.

2. The Visitor Center septic tank locations are detailed in the Attachment A.

C. Frequency and Dates of Work Arches has a total of two (2) tanks, 12,000 gallons each. However, only one (1) tank is being utilized. Historically, the tanks received pump service one (1) time per month, with an estimated quantity of 1,000-2,000 gallons per service, per month during April 1st through September 30th. Annual expectation of 7,000 – 10,000 gallons per year. October through March routinely receives zero pump service and will be considered emergency service if septic pumping is requested during the duration of October through March.

Standard Septic Pumping Service is for April 1st through September 30th. Emergency Septic Pumping is for October through March and any calls outside duty hours. One (1) time service, per call.

All collections are to be made between the hours of 6:00 am and 5:00 pm Monday through Friday. Emergency pumping may occur outside of these hours with COR approval.

The performance schedule may vary; therefore, a designated park representative will contact the contractor by phone notification. Within twenty-four (24) hours of the initial notification, the Contractor shall confirm by phone the date and time of the scheduled servicing. The Contractor shall complete the pumping services within (3) calendar days after the initial notification. Emergency pumping service shall be completed within 24 hours of notification.

D. Definitions

1. Septic Tank: A closeable chamber designed for the temporary retention of wastewater. The tanks will be a fiberglass or concrete chamber typically 12,000 gallons in volume.

2. Sewage: The liquid, semi-liquid and solid waste material contained in a vault.

3. Debris: All other refuse found within the tank. This may include but not be limited to cans, bottles, rocks, sticks, animals, clothing, trash bags, toilet paper rolls, objects and other miscellaneous trash.

4. Waste Material: Sewage and debris.

5. Emergency Pumping: Any pumping service outside of standard scheduled service.

E. Site Conditions

1. Access: The site is accessible via paved roadways. The Park gravel roads are maintained yearly with dust suppressant.

2. Hose Distance: The site allows parking and tank pumping within two lengths (40 feet) of hose.

F. Addition or Deletion of Tanks The Contracting Officer reserves the right to terminate collection service at any given location and/or add new locations requiring collection service upon written notice to the Contractor. Any cost adjustments will be negotiated with the Contracting Officer (CO).

G. Submittals The Contractor shall submit a signed letter stating the location of the proposed wastewater treatment facility, and that all collected wastewater will be deposited in this facility prior to performance beginning. The Contractor shall also submit documentation proving the wastewater facility is licensed by the Utah Department of Environmental Quality, Division of Water Quality or a Colorado Department of Health, Wastewater Facilities Operators Certification if that is applicable.

H. Personnel

1. Contractor’s Supervision The Contractor shall provide on-site supervision sufficient to ensure the adequate performance of the specified work.

2. Number of Personnel The Contractor shall provide personnel to efficiently perform the work of this contract.

3. Regulations All persons employed under this contract shall be subject to all applicable federal, state and county regulations and laws. It shall be the Contractor’s responsibility to inform his/her employees of such regulations and laws, and to ensure their compliance.

I. Safety

1. Safety Equipment All Contractor personnel must use approved safety equipment appropriate to the contract work being performed. Safety equipment must conform to OSHA Safety and Health Standards.

2. Accident Reporting The Contractor shall immediately notify Park Service Law Enforcement and the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) or Project Inspector (PI) of any and all accidents to which the Contractor’s employees or equipment are a party of witness.

3. The Contractor shall not leave equipment or open hatches unattended.

J. Lost and Found Property The Contractor shall insure that all articles found by the Contractor’s employees are turned in to the Contracting Officer for recording and proper disposition. Items should be turned in within one working day of the time they are found.

K. Work Zone The contractor shall confine their activities to the specific tank pumping areas.

L. Preservation of Structures and Natural Features Damage to or destruction of any structure or natural feature by the Contractor shall require repair, replacement, or remediation at the Contracting Officer’s direction and at the Contractor’s expense.

PART 2: PRODUCTS

2.1 Septic Pumper Truck

A. The Contractor shall provide all transport equipment of the size, type, and quality necessary to accomplish the requirements of this contract.

B. Safety Requirements: Transportation equipment must be licensed and have passed all safety inspections required by the State of Utah. Transportation equipment must include an operable back-up alarm. Failure to provide adequate equipment will not be grounds for any modifications or waiver of any contract requirements.

C. The septic pump truck shall be a single truck with a tank. No semi tractor-trailer tanker combos or tail pup tankers are permitted within the park. A pup tanker may be staged near the maintenance areas with the COR prior approval.

D. The Contractor shall provide an adequate vehicular container to hold trash and other non-pumpable foreign debris that are collected within the tank sewage.

PART 3: EXECUTION

3.1 Specified Tasks

A. Emptying of Tanks Each tank is to be completely emptied of its contents each time the tank is scheduled for pumping. The Contractor shall expect that debris will be mixed in with the sewage and be prepared to remove debris manually or by pumping.

B. The Contractor shall remove waste material from each tank through the hatch.

C. The interior tank walls shall be washed by a water hose with sufficient pressure to remove material clinging to the vault walls during the pumping operation.

D. The Contractor shall clean and disinfect all contaminated areas outside of the tank resulting from the pumping services. Clean the cleanout hatch.

E. After pumping each tank, the Contractor shall close each cleanout access lid securely in place and close the lid(s).

F. Hauling. The Contractor shall prevent spillage and haul waste material in watertight containers complying with all county and state health regulations.

G. Public Disruption The Contractor shall work as quietly and inconspicuously as possible while in the presence of the public.

H. Wastewater Facility The Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that all wastewater collected from the vault pumping operation is taken to the wastewater reclamation facility for proper disposal.

3.2 Inspections

A. Method: The work will be inspected randomly by the COR or PI on the scheduled date and time of pumping services.

3.3 Deficient Work

A. Remedy: If work is found to be deficient, the Contractor shall be notified by the COR or Contracting Officer (CO) immediately and will have forty-eight (48) hours in which to correct the work. The Contractor shall notify the COR or CO immediately after work is corrected.

PART 4: MEASUREMENT

0. Method of Measurement

0. Each: One unit (each) shall be one pumping service as described in 3.1 for each tank at the work site.