2025 PWS Fire Extinguisher.pdf

Performance Work Statement

Hanscom AFB: Fire Extinguisher Maintenance and Testing Prepared by 66/ABG CEOES

07 January 2025

1. SERVICE

The Contractor shall inspect, test, perform maintenance, and immediately report any portable fire extinguishers (see Table - 1) that need replacement to the 66 ABG/CEOES. Fire Extinguishers must be maintained in compliance with UFC 3-600-01 and NFPA-10 requirements.

2. SCOPE

In accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 37.101, this requirement is for non-personal services meaning that the personnel rendering the service are not subject, either by the contract’s terms or by the manner of its administration, to the supervision and control usually prevailing in relationships between the Government and its employees. Accordingly, the contractor shall provide all labor, tools, equipment, hoses, gauges, test equipment, hearing protection, eye protection including prescription safety glasses, materials, supplies and parts, transportation and other incidentals necessary to travel to Hanscom Air Force Base in Bedford Massachusetts 01731 to inspect, test, perform maintenance and immediately report any portable fire extinguishers that require replacement to the 66 ABG/CEOES.

The contractor shall be responsible for ensuring all services and parts provided under this contract are in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth in the blanket purchase agreement, this Performance Work Statement and conform to the manufacturer’s equipment specifications.

APPENDIX A - Attached

NOTE

The quantities listed in Appendix A – Bid Schedule are ESTIMATED quantities, this requirement will utilize a blanket purchase agreement (BPA), in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 13.303-3(a)(2), the Government is obligated only to the extent of authorized purchases actually made under the BPA.

3. CONTRACT INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS

3.1. In accordance with the clause at Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 52.246-1, the contractor is responsible for performing or having performed all inspections and tests necessary to substantiate that the supplies or services furnished under this blanket purchase agreement conform to the requirements set forth in the blanket purchase agreement, including any applicable technical requirements for specified manufacturers’ parts. Any matter concerning a change to the scope, prices, terms or conditions of this blanket purchase agreement shall be referred to the 66 ABG/CEOES. The AFLCMC/PZIB Installation Contracting Branch Chief shall be the final authority regarding such recommended changes.

3.2. The contractor shall submit, within 1 business day after discovery, a written report regarding any issues with the fire extinguishers to the 66 ABG/CEOES. This report shall clearly state the type of fire extinguisher, location, quantity, nature of the issue(s), and recommended action(s).

4 HOURS OF OPERATION

The contractor shall perform their work Monday thru Friday between the hours of 0730 (7:30 AM) to 1500 (3:00 PM) excluding federal holidays.

5 HOLIDAYS

Hanscom Air Force Base recognized the following holidays:

New Year’s Day - 1 January

Martin Luther King Day - 3rd Monday in January

Washington’s Birthday - 3rd Monday in Feb

Memorial Day - last Monday in May

Juneteenth – June 19th

Independence Day - 4 July

Labor Day - 1st Monday in September

Columbus Day - 2nd Monday in October

Veteran’s Day - 11 November

Thanksgiving Day - 4th Thursday in November

Christmas Day - 25 December

6 CONTRACTOR PERSONNEL

6.1 The contractor shall designate in writing, to the 66 ABG/CEOES, the name of their Manager and an alternate who shall act for the manager, as well as provide their point-of-contact information including their telephone numbers where they may be contacted any time. The Manager or alternate shall have full authority to act for the contractor on all matters relating to operation of this blanket purchase agreement. In addition, the Manager or alternate shall be available to meet on the installation with designated government personnel to discuss problem areas.

6.2 The contractor shall not employ persons on this blanket purchase agreement is such employee is identified to the contractor as a potential threat to the health, safety, security, and wellbeing or operational mission of the installation at Hanscom Air Force Base located in Bedford Massachusetts 01731 and its population

6.3 The contractor shall not employ any person who is an employee of the United States Government if the employment of that person would create a conflict of interest, nor shall the contractor employ any person who is an employee of the Department of the Air Force, either military or civilian, unless such person seeks and received approval according to the Department of Defense (DoD) Joint Ethics Regulations at 5500.7-R.

6.4 The contractor shall not employ any person who is an employee of the Department of the Air Force if such employment would be contrary to the policies contained in Air Force Instruction (AFI) 64-106: Air Force Industrial Labor Relations Activities.

6.5 All contract employees, depending on particular condition, occasion or place, or job assignment, shall require professional, suitable attire;

6.6 All contractor employees shall conduct themselves in a professional, courteous manner;

6.7 The selection, assignment, reassignment, transfer, supervision, management, and control of contractor employees in performance of this performance work statement shall be the responsibility and prerogative of the contractor. However, the contractor shall comply with the requirements set forth in this performance work statement and the Hanscom Air Force Base regulations concerning conduct of employees. The contractor shall employ and maintain a technically trained and experienced work force.

7. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION and SAFETY:

The contractor shall be knowledgeable of and comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations and requirements regarding environmental protection and occupational safety and health. The contractor shall comply with any laws or regulation changes during the term of this contract. The contractor shall follow manufacturer’s guidelines and professional recommendations for control of humidity, temperature, cleanliness and materials handling (including hazardous materials).

8. HAZARDOUS MATERIAL (HAZMAT)

The contractor shall not store chemicals/HAZMAT on Hanscom Air Force Base All chemicals/HAZMAT shall be approved prior to being transported on base for use by any contractor.

The contractor shall prepare and submit to the COR, ten (10) calendar days after contract award date, one (1) each, Chemical/Hazardous Material Request Authorization Form (Air Force Form 3952) and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for each chemical, material and substance proposed to be used in performance of this PWS. The COR will forward the completed AF Form 3952(s) and MSDS to 66 ABG/CEIE for approval. The contractor shall not transport or use any chemical, material or substance on Hanscom AFB before written approval is provided by 66 ABG/CEIE. Contractor shall maintain copies of MSDS(s) for all chemicals. The MSDS(s) shall correspond with the manufacturers of the chemicals on hand. Manufacturer, material, and MSDS shall match. NOTE:

MSDS refers to manufacturer MSDS. Once material is approved for use, contractor shall contact base Environmental Management (EM) (66 ABG/CEIE) and provide a list of all material. 66 ABG/CEIE shall determine any additional material requirements based on the hazard code of the material. Compliance required in accordance with Hanscom Air Force Base Hazardous Operation Plan (HMOP) Change 9, December 2016.

9. HAZARDOUS WASTE

Contractor shall dispose of any spent/processed chemical solutions and used rags in waste drums located in the shop/area where the work is being performed.

10 DISCHARGES

Any discharges into industrial waste treatment plant (IWTP) or sanitary sewer shall be done in accordance with Hanscom Industrial Wastewater Discharge Permit as instructed by 66 ABG/CEAN.

The contractor shall maintain records of written authorization issued by 66 ABG/CEAN for discharges into IWTP and sanitary sewer.

The subject tanks are used in industrial applications with non-potable water and varying levels of heavy metals. For discharges outside of Hanscom AFB, the contractor shall ensure waste water discharges, that may contain RCRA regulated metals resulting from any contracted service, go to a state/federal permitted treatment facility such as a municipal Publicly Owned Treatment Works

(POTW).

11 SPILLS

Upon occurrence of any spills that could enter the storm system or cause any harmful environment effects, the contractor shall immediately call 911 to report the incident. When possible, the contractor shall use a base telephone to receive help from Hanscom AFB 911. If using a cell phone, request Hanscom AFB 911. The contractor shall report all environmental violations to the 66 ABG/CEOES.

The contractor shall submit a typed or written report about the incident within four (4) clock hours.

The contractor shall provide five (5) copies of the written report. The contractor shall provide three (3) copies to the 66 ABG/CEOES, one (1) copy to the Unit Environment Coordinator (UEC), and a copy for record. The format of the report shall be left up to the contractor, but the report shall, at minimum, contain the following information:

11.1 Name and contact number of the person reporting the spill.

11.2 Date and time of the spill.

11.3 Location and source of the spill.

11.4 Substance or pollutant spilled.

11.5 Amount spilled and the rate of discharge.

11.6 Any damages or injuries involved.

11.7 Extent of the area impacted.

11.8 Potential hazards.

11.9 Action taken.

11.10 Organizations contacted.

11.11 Remarks Section – which will among other things address the cause of the spill, whether

911 was called, and which agencies responded.

12 ENVIRONMENTAL and SAFETY TRAINING

The contractor personnel shall have Resource Conservation Recovery Act (RCRA) environmental and safety training required by the state and federal government. The training shall be IAW the following regulations: Resource Conservation Recovery Act (RCRA) 40 Code of Federal Regulation (CFR) 265.16 “Personal Training”, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard Title 29, CFR Part 1910.120 “Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Reponses”, Hazardous Waste Management Instruction, Section 13, and Air Force Instruction (AFI) 32-7042, “Solid and Hazardous Waste Compliance”, Section 2. The contractor shall provide the environmental and safety training certificate for all employees to the 66 ABG/CEOES within 5 business days after the date the blanket purchase agreement is awarded.

13 FORMS and PUBLICATIONS: TO, AFI, and AFMCI

The contractor shall obtain the forms and publications expressly required to perform the work in this contract via internet at www.e-publishing.af.mil In the event that a form or publication is not available online the 66 ABG/CEOES will provide the form, instruction, or publication to the contractor upon the contractor’s written request (e-mail is acceptable). If laws, regulations, TO’s, AFI, AFMCI’s change during the term of this contract, the contractor is required to comply as such changes come into effect. Contractors delivering or handling official USAF records shall comply with the applicable records management regulations AFI 33-322, Air Force Manual (AFMAN) 33- 363, and AFI 37-138 (in their entirety).

14 HOUSEKEEPING

The contractor shall keep their work areas clean and neat in accordance with Industry Standards, Occupational, Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), fire and safety standards as required by this performance work statement.

15 TOOL CONTROL and ACCOUNTABILITY

While performing services in or around Maintenance Production Shops including Ramp areas, the contractor shall comply with AFI 21-101 AFMC Sup 1, 21-101, Chapter 10 (all paragraphs). The contractor or contractor’s personnel shall inventory the container or bag of tools at the beginning of each workday and at the end of each workday. Contractor personnel shall immediately notify the 66 ABG/CEOES of any tools that are missing or lost from the work area or container (i.e. tool or job box or tool bag). The 66 ABG/CEOES will report to appropriate government personnel of any missing contractor’s tool(s) not located within one (1) hour after notification of lost or missing tools.

16 PRIVATELY OWNED MOTOR VEHICLES (POVs)

Contractor personnel shall comply with the directives pertaining to operation of POVs on Hanscom AFB per AFI 31-204 (in its entirety), Motor Vehicle Traffic supervision.

17 VISITOR PASS

The Contractor shall comply with requirement and procedures IAW FAR 5353.242-9000, Contractor Access to Air Force Installations. Prior to coming to Hanscom AFB to perform any work, Contractor shall contact the Civil Engineering Government Representative to coordinate access to the base as well as to the building (s) where the work shall be performed. A list of the names of the workers shall be required to gain access, and passes shall be distributed at the visitor’s building at Vandenberg Gate. Workers shall have a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license, REAL ID-compliant state identification card or valid passport. If bringing a vehicle on base, the Contractor will need proof of registration and insurance of that vehicle. Contractor employees must have identification that readily identifies them as contractors. During the contract, certain areas/sites may be restricted or closed to Contractor personnel. The Contractor shall comply with all requirements for entry. In addition, unscheduled gate closures may occur at any time and personnel entering or exiting the installation may experience delays.

18 ACCOUNTABILITY

In order to maintain accountability, once gaining access onto Hanscom AFB, Contractor shall immediately sign the logs at Building 1810, indicating time and date of arrival. Before departure, Contractor shall again sign the logs indicating the departure time, as well as the work performed, and the buildings worked in. A copy of a signed work receipt on Contractor’s letterhead detailing work performed shall also be given to the Civil Engineering Government Representative or left in the logbook prior to departure

19 FOREIGN NATIONALS

The contractor shall notify the 66 ABG/CEOES before sending a Foreign National representative to perform service on Hanscom Air Force Base. Special rules apply for foreign national(s) visiting a United States Government military installation.

20 HEALTH and SAFETY ON A GOVERNMENT INSTALLATION

In performing work under this contract on a Government installation, the contractor shall comply with federal, state and local regulations regarding occupational safety and health and the specific health and safety requirements established by this blanket purchase agreement. The contractor shall notify the 66 ABG/CEOES of any injuries that occur to contractor personnel while on the installation. In addition, the contractor shall notify 66 ABG/CEOES of damage to government property or equipment during the execution of this agreement.

21 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

Contractor employees shall follow the direction of Government employees in regard to emergency evacuation procedures, i.e. fire, tornado, active shooter and bomb threats. It is the contractors’ responsibility to account for their employees following an emergency evacuation. Contractor personnel shall participate with government personnel in all fire and tornado drills.

22 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY and SERVICES

22.1 Government Furnished Property is not applicable to the in the performance of this contract.

22.2 The government will provide general on base Security Forces service. The Security Forces’ telephone number is 911 for emergencies, for crime in progress 781-225-5613 and 781-225-5613 for non-emergency calls.

22.3 The government will provide general on-base fire protection services. The contractor shall comply with fire prevention rules and regulations enforced by the Hanscom AFB Fire Prevention Branch. Call 911 for emergencies. For routine fire prevention matters and/or calls to dispatch, call 781-225-3330.

22.4 The government will provide 24 hour on-base state certified paramedic level emergency response and patient transport services for contractor personnel who are injured or become seriously ill while on Hanscom AFB. The telephone number is 911 for emergencies.

Note Calling 911 from a cell phone will be received by off base emergency 911 system, causing a delay in response time by emergency personnel. When possible, use a base telephone to receive on base help.

22.5 The government will furnish utility services. These utilities include natural gas, electricity, water and sewer for the sole purpose of accomplishing this contract. If the contractor requires additional utility services, it shall be the contractor’s responsibility to provide. The contractor shall use due care and diligence in an effort to conserve Government utilities in order to reduce utility costs;

22.6 The government will provide refuse collection services limited to the extent provided in the Base Refuse Collection Contract for government provided facilities. The government will only allow non-hazardous refuse to be emptied into the nearest authorized refuse dumpster for trash collection. Do not use the government dumpsters for collection of construction debris.

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