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36C24522R0079 X 05-06-2022 512A5-22-005 Department of Veterans Affairs

VAMC (613)

VISN 5 Contract Satellite Office 510 Butler Avenue, Building 306A Martinsburg WV 25405 Liana J Holland (Contract Specialist) Lisa Lake (Contracting Officer) Network Contracting Office 5 510 Butler Avenue Martinsburg WV 25405 Liana J Holland

(304) 263-0811 ex 7611 This project is to prepare and paint the existing 500,000-gallon elevated domestic water storage tank at the Perry Point VAMC, Avenue D, Perry Point MD 21902.

The contractor shall furnish all labor, tools, materials, equipment, supplies, and supervision to perform work as described in the statement of work and as required by the contract drawings and specifications. This contract will prepare and paint the existing 500,000 gallon elevated domestic water storage tank, as well as make minor piping and system configuration improvements in accordance with the Statement of Work (SOW) and specific ations attached hereto.

The Contractor will be responsible to coordinate and schedule work to minimize to short duration and shall be expected to plan work typically during duty hours of 8 AM to 4:30 PM eastern time except as noted in the general con ditions and as approved by the Contracting Officer.

The NAICS Code for this procurement is 236220.

Size standard: $39.5 million.

Magnitude of construction is between $500,000 and $1,000,000.

This is a Full and Open competitive requirement after exclusion of sources. All Contractors are required to be registered with www.sam.gov; SDVOSB's and VOSB's are required to be registered with www.vetbiz.gov. All statuses will be verified.

A site visit is scheduled for Thursday June 23rd, 2022 at 09:00hrs EST. Please email Liana.Holland@va.gov to confirm your intent to partake in the site visit. Parties without a confirmation will not be allowed on site for the site visit.

Prospective bidders are to meet in the parking lot of Building 101,at the Perry Point VAMC.

This will be the only site visit date for the project. Absolutely no other visits will be scheduled.

All proposals MUST be received by 11:00hrs (11am) EST on Friday July 8th, 2022.

The Period of Performance is 180 calendar days from the date of the notice to proceed.

All Requests for Information (RFI's), must be Emailed to Liana J Holland at liana.holland@va.gov no later than 15:00hrs (3pm EST) on Monday June 27th, 2022. No proposal extensions will be granted due to late RFI submissions.

Offerors must submit their annual VETS-4212 Report.

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Your Contractor agrees offer on this solicitation is hereby accepted as to the items listed. This to furnish and deliver all items or perform all work requirements identified award consummates the contract, which consists of (a) the Government on this form and any continuation sheets for the consideration stated in solicitation and your offer, and (b) this contract award. No further cont-this contract. The rights and obligations of the parties to this contract ractual document is necessary.

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Liana J Holland Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contacting Office 5 510 Butler Avenue, Building 308B Martinsburg WV 25405

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A.3 VAAR 852.211-72 TECHNICAL INDUSTRY STANDARDS (NOV 2018)

(a) The Contractor shall conform to the standards established by: Department of Veterans Affairs. as to The Statement of Work..

(b) The Contractor shall submit proof of conformance to the standard. This proof may be a label or seal affixed to the equipment or supplies, warranting that the item(s) have been tested in accordance with the standards and meet the contract requirement. Proof may also be furnished by the organization listed above certifying that the item(s) furnished have been tested in accordance with and conform to the specified standards.

(c) Offerors may obtain the standards cited in this provision by submitting a request, including the solicitation number, title and number of the publication to: Department of Veterans Affairs.

(d) The offeror shall contact the Contracting Officer if response is not received within two weeks of the request.

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INFORMATION REGARDING BIDDING MATERIAL, BID GUARANTEE AND BONDS

(a) Bidding materials consisting of Requests for Proposals, drawings, specifications and contract forms will be available on http://www.sam.gov in electronic format only by searching for solicitation number 36C24522R0079_1. All interested parties (subs & primes) should register at http://www.sam.gov as an “Interested Vendor” so that others will know of our interest in participating in this procurement. A Bidder’s mailing list WILL NOT BE prepared by the Contract Specialist. SOLICITATION AMENDMENTS: Amendments to the solicitation will be posted at http://www.SAM.gov. Paper copies of the amendments will NOT be individually mailed. By registering to “Receive Notification”, you will be notified by e-mail of any new amendments that have been issued and posted. No other notification of amendments will be provided. Bidders are reminded that they are responsible for obtaining and acknowledging all amendments to this solicitation prior to the time for receipt of bids.

(b) If bid exceeds $150,000 a bid bond must be submitted. A bid guarantee is required in an amount not less than 20 percent of the bid price but shall not exceed $3,000,000. Failure to furnish the required bid guarantee in the proper form and amount, by the time set for opening of bids, will require rejection of the bid in all cases except those listed in FAR 28.101-4, and may be cause for rejection even then.

(c) If the contract will exceed $150,000 (see FAR 28.102-1 for lesser amount), the bidder to whom award is made will be required to furnish two bonds, a Payment Bond, SF 25A, and a Performance Bond, SF 25, each in the penal sum as noted in the General Conditions of the Specification. Copies of SFs 25 and 25A may be obtained upon application to the issuing office.

(d) If the bid is between $30,000 - $150,000. The bidder to whom award is made will be required to furnish a Payment Bond, Standard Form 25A or alternative payment protection which conforms to the requirements set forth in FAR Clause 52.228-13, Alternative Payment Protections, as noted in the General Conditions of this Specification. Copies of the Standard Form of Payment Bond may be obtained upon application to the Issuing Office.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK: GENERAL CONSTRUCTION: The contractor shall furnish all labor, tools, materials, equipment, supplies, and supervision to perform work as described in the statement of work and as required by the contract drawings and specifications. This contract will prepare and paint the existing 500,000-gallon elevated domestic water storage tank, as well as make minor piping and system configuration improvement at the Perry Point VAMC, Perry Point, MD.

36C24522R0079 Cost Range: $500,000.00 to $1,000,000.00.

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STATEMENT OF WORK

Project No. 512A-22-005 Elevated Storage Tank Surface Prep and Repainting

1. OVERVIEW —

1.1 Government Agency Department and Address:

VA Maryland HealthCare System – VISN5 – Perry Point

1.2 Project Title, Number and Location:

Project Title: Elevated Storage Tank Painting Project Number: Station Level Project No. 512A5-22-005

1.3 Scope of Work

The contractor shall furnish all labor, tools, materials, equipment, supplies, and supervision to perform work as described in the statement of work and as required by the contract drawings and specifications. This contract will prepare and paint the existing 500,000 gallon elevated domestic water storage tank, as well as make minor piping and system configuration improvements.

1.4 Work Items Under this Task Order

Please submit a proposal for the following work items. The resulting total bid amount shall then be broken down item by item for review of quantities, unit costs and labor costs.

Record construction drawings and specifications have been provided to the bidder for use in preparation of proposals. Verification of measurements and existing field conditions is the responsibility of the bidder. Contractor shall make arrangements to visit the site to survey existing conditions and to determine the methods of the work to be performed prior to submitting proposal.

1. Recoating of all exterior surfaces

a. Include preparation as necessary, including pressure washing, machine brushing or other mechanical preparation to ensure a complete and sound bond of paint system meeting SSPC-SP6 and apply a OCS-5 system- Total DFT 6.5 mils

2. Recoating of all interior surfaces, excepting interior surface of water storage section.

a. Include preparation as necessary, including pressure washing, machine brushing or other mechanical preparation to ensure a complete and sound bond of paint system meeting SSPC-SP3. Apply one coat of zinc rich and one coat of two component epoxy DFT 4.5.

3. New Painting of the Veterans Administration logo. Detailed logo will be provided upon award. The logo shall have an addition coat of applied aliphatic polyurethane with UV absorbers. Logo will be at the midpoint of the sphere.

4. Installation of “Miller SAF-T Climb” or approved equal rail type fall arrest systems on all access ladders

a. Provide 6 sets of harnesses, lines and shuttles for use with system

b. Include factory training meeting specifications.

5. Install fall arrest anchor point on roof of tank for transition from interior ladder to Inside Tank Ladder certify anchor and provide documentation.

6. Replacement of access ladder into water storage section.

a. Reference “Erection Drawing 500,000 gallon spheroid, 1 of 10” described as “Inside Tank Ladder”

b. Reference “Ladder Details 500,000 gallon spheroid, 10 of 10” Detail Cone Ladder #1

7. Install air gap in tank overflow piping by means of a full sized tee fitting

8. Install “Grid Bee” submersible mixer or approved equal to eliminate/reduce stratification and stagnation of water storage.

9. Remove insulation on water tower fill and discharge piping. Strip away surface rust using mechanical abrasion SPPC-SP3. Then paint/coat per interior spec

a. Reinstall insulation per project specifications

10. Replace vent screen in kind with 316 stainless steel per drw V24

1.5 Additional Terms and Conditions

1.5.1 Schedule

Date Actual Date

1.5.2 Pricing and Payment

1.5 1.5.1 1.5.2

1.5.2.1 This project will be deemed complete when all of the required tasks outlined in this SOW are complete and function as intended by design; the work shall be completed within the areas defined in this document. The VA will complete a final walk through and inspection of all work before processing final payment.

1.5.2.2 The contractor may submit progress payment invoices according to the Contracting Officer’s specifications at intervals acceptable to the VA, but no more frequent than monthly. These progress payments will be substantiated by the COR inspections and the daily logs submitted by the contractor. A schedule of values will need to be submitted and approved.

1.5.2.3 Progress payment invoices shall be sent via email to the COR for approval and payment.

1.5.2.4 Final payment will not be processed until final walk through, and approval is complete which includes all punch list items.

1.7 Construction Requirements

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1.71. The Contractor shall have the skills, availability, capacity and all other required resources required to complete the job on time without delay. Painting shall be performed by a firm primarily engaged in the cleaning and painting of steel superstructures and water storage tanks. Contractor must have been actively engaged in this field for a period of no less than ten (10) continuous years. Contractor shall submit with his bid as references a history of project names, dates and contacts with phone numbers, for a period of 10 years.

1.72. The contractor must have comprehensive experience with accepted industry standards of exterior elevated tank containment systems, e.g. "TEPE" system; rigid scaffolding with fully enclosed containment screens; mini-enclosures, or other proprietary engineered systems which will effectively contain all dust, paint, and other construction debris.

1.73. All site contractors shall have completed the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) approved 10-hour construction safety training.

1.74. Workers are required to have safety training preparing them to mitigate any hazards inherent to the work including but not limited to: fall arrest, fall protection, respiratory protection/fit testing etc.

1.75. Mechanical and Plumbing contractors shall have technical training and demonstrable track records of working experience in construction, inspection, and testing of plumbing systems and related components in healthcare, industrial, educational, and commercial facilities. Contractor must hold a current license by the State of Maryland as a licensed Journeyman Plumber/Pipe Fitter or approved by COR

1.76. All work is to shall be in compliance with local, state and federal rules and regulations, and VA technical standards. Compliance is to whichever rule or regulation is the most stringent. VA Master Specifications shall be used as the default when no specifications are issued and when a referenced specification is not found in the projects RFP package, they are at https://www.cfm.va.gov/til/. The intent of the default specifications is to furnish concise industrial and/or commercial standards for construction of Government facilities. If the Statement of Work does not address a specification for an element of the work, the default specification shall apply for the element of work as approved by COR. The omittance of a VA specification, does not relieve the contractor to perform required work under the base task order cost proposal.

1.77. Provide daily on-site project management to coordinate all building trades and provide liaison for construction and VA Project Engineering. General Foreman will be designated and be on-site at all times.

1.78. All employees of contractor shall comply with VA security management program and obtain permission of the VA police, be identified by project and employer, and be restricted from unauthorized access. VA issued ID Badges shall be worn by all workers while within the campus boundaries. Contractor shall make all necessary arrangements to obtain the required badging prior to commencement of work. VA issued ID Badges shall be worn by all workers at all times.

1.79. Follow all Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) guidelines for dust control during all construction and demolition work. A construction dust “Risk Assessment” will be conducted by the Medical Center’s Infection Control Nurse. Temporary “dust” barriers will be installed based on this assessment. Bi-weekly inspections of barriers and work areas will be conducted by Infection Control Nurse, Safety Manager, and COR to enforce implementation of risk assessment.

1.80. Follow Interim Life Safety Measures. Any series of Operational Actions taken to temporarily reduce hazards posed by Life Safety deficiencies which have been created by demolition, renovation, or construction works, and which are to remain in place and in effect for duration of Contract work. Provide interim life safety measures (ILSM) where fire protection, fire suppression or smoke/fire partitions will be shut down or rendered ineffective during construction. Coordinate with VA safety office through COR. ILSM must be posted outside work area at all times.

1.81. All equipment and materials shall be approved prior to being brought on job site.

1.82. Normal work hours 8am – 4:30pm Monday to Friday, except official government holidays. Contractor shall make prior arrangements to work earlier or later with Project Manager. Also, contractor shall make arrangements for sub-contractors to work in secured areas. VA will not grant access to subs, it is the responsibility of the contractor.

1.83. Daily logs shall be submitted to the COR the Monday following each week worked.

1.84. When using special keys for access to roof, mechanical and electrical areas, doors must be kept closed and locked while in such spaces.

1.85. Contractor must obtain a burn permit from VA Safety Office / Fire Dept prior to any welding, flame cutting, soldering work, and burning.

1.86. The work performed shall be in a professional environment, employees must conduct themselves accordingly. Employees shall not use abusive language, carry firearms, or bring alcoholic beverages on site. Employee's dress code shall consist of normal work uniform. Shirts must be worn at all times.

1.87. Contractor shall provide general clean up to construction area daily to the satisfaction of the COR.

1.88. Remove demolished equipment and restore site.

1.89. Hospital smoking policy (NO SMOKING ON CAMPUS).

1.90. OSHA and VA CONSTRUCTION SAFETY STANDARDS will be enforced. Contractor Supervisor must have 30-hour OSHA Construction Safety course. All contractor employees must have 10-hour OSHA Construction Safety course.

1.91. The Contractor shall post warning signs on the building exterior and along temporary fencing or tape barrier.

1.92. The Contractor shall cover the ground of the work area with two layers of 0.15 mm (six-mil) poly sheeting, turned up at any walls at least 600 mm. Spray glue and duct tape all seams in the floor sheeting; size sheets to minimize number of seams. Locate seams in top layer 2 meters from, or at right angles to, seams in bottom layer. Install poly so that top layer can be removed independently of bottom layer. Do not locate seams at wall/floor interfaces.

1.93. The Contractor shall cover poly sheeting in areas where scaffolding is to be used with a single layer of plywood. Wrap edges and corners of each plywood sheet with duct tape.

1.94. The Contractor shall install an additional layer of poly on the ground as a drop cloth to protect the primary floor layers from debris. The drop cloth shall be rolled and disposed as contaminated waste at the end of each workday and a new drop cloth installed at the beginning of each work day.

1.95. The Contractor shall install a minimum of two layers of (10-mil) poly sheeting in width around the perimeter of the work area. The sheeting shall be sufficiently weighted at all edges to prevent migration of the sheeting. The sheeting shall be placed in a manner that traps all debris and water; this is best accomplished by elevating the edges.

1.7.1 Listed standards and specification shall be used regarding compliance

· AWWA - DI OO Welded Steel Tanks for Water Storage AWWA - DI 02 Painting Steel Water Storage Tanks

· AWWA - DI 05 Disinfection of Water Storage Facilities

· SSPC- SP13 Surface Preparation of Concrete

· SSPC- SPII Power Tool Cleaning to Bare Metal

· SSPC- SPIO Near-White Blast Cleaning

· SSPC - SP7 Brush-Off Blast Cleaning

· SSPC - SP6 Commercial Blast Cleaning

· SSPC-SP3

· SSPC- SPI Solvent Cleaning

· SSPC- SP WJ-3 Thorough Cleaning, Waterjet Cleaning of Metals

· SSPC- VISI Visual Standards for Abrasive Blast Cleaned Steel

· SSPC- VIS3 Visual Standards for Power and Hand Tool Cleaned Steel

· SSPC- PAI Shop, Field and Maintenance Painting

· SSPC- PA2 Measurement of Dry Paint Thickness

· NACE RP0287 - Field Measurement of Surface Profile of Abrasive Blasted Steel Using Replica Tape 5

· NACE RP0188 Holiday Testing

· 29 CFR 1910 General Industry Standard

· 29 CFR 1910.1025 Lead Standard

· 29 CFR 1926.16 Construction

· 29 CFR 1926.62 Lead in Construction

2.0 Safety and Environmental Precautions

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2.1. The Contractor shall comply with all applicable Federal, State and local legal requirements regarding workers health and safety. The requirements include but are not limited to, those found in Federal and State Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) statutes and regulations, such as applicable provisions of Title 29, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Parts 1910 and 1926. Contractor is solely responsible for determining the legal requirements that apply to activities, and shall ensure safe and healthful working conditions for its employees

2.2. Contractor shall assume the responsibility to guard against causing of fires and/or explosions and to protect Government Property.

2.3. The Contractor shall perform the work in a manner consistent with the area security and fire safety regulations especially with regard to exits and exit way access. Utility shutdowns shall not compromise security, communication or fire safety for occupants.

2.4. No flammable liquids shall be stored or used in the medical center.

2.5. The necessary number and appropriate types of portable fire extinguishers are required per National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) 10 and NFPA 241.

2.6. The Contractor shall receive from the station fire department a permit for all cutting, welding, and soldering. All permits shall be prominently displayed during all construction. Permits must be opened at the start of each activity and closed at the end of each workday.

2.7. All necessary precautions shall be taken by the contractor to prevent accidental operation of any existing smoke detectors or sprinkler heads.

2.8. A series of operational actions taken to temporarily reduce the hazard posed by life safety deficiencies created during and until completion of construction. Temporary construction partitions of non-combustible or limited combustible material that will not contribute to the development of spread of fire smoke tight and have smooth clean surface.

2.9. In order to provide for control of all environmentally hazardous materials arising from demolition and/or construction activities, the Contractor shall comply with all applicable environmentally hazardous material control and all applicable provisions applicable OSHA 29CFR 1910 and 29CFR 1926.

2.10. All overhead lifts shall comply to VA requirements which may include off shift/days lifts (IE weekends) as scheduled and approved by COR.

2.11. Comply with VA Master Specification 017419 Construction Waste Management. This specification identifies materials that MUST be recycled or reused during construction and demolition projects. Additionally, VHA requires that 50% of demolition debris be diverted from the solid waste stream. Monthly summary waste report shall be submitted to the COR.

2.12. Prepare and submit asbestos abatement plan to VAMHCS Projects COR.

2.13. Site mobilization area: Adjacent to work area – a single 40 ft “Sea Container” box may be brought to the site and stored. A job board with required permits, bulletins or site documentation shall be installed in area that can be visibly observed by the general public.

2.14. REFERENCE Information provided below is information for the contractor to acknowledge and shall follow per site specific requirements as well as Asbestos report. The Contractor shall comply with all applicable Federal, State and local legal requirements regarding workers health and safety. The requirements include but are not limited to, those found in Federal and State Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) statutes and regulations, such as applicable provisions of Title 29, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Parts 1910 and 1926. Contractor is solely responsible for determining the legal requirements that apply to activities and shall ensure safe and healthful working conditions for its employees.

2.15. Contractor shall assume the responsibility to guard against causing of fires and/or explosions and to protect Government Property.

2.16. The Contractor shall perform the work in a manner consistent with the area security and fire safety regulations especially about exits and exit way access. Utility shutdowns shall not compromise security, communication or fire safety for occupants. Egress must be maintained for contract workers per OSHA.

2.17. No flammable liquids shall be stored or used in the medical center.

2.18. The necessary number and appropriate types of portable fire extinguishers are required per National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) 10 and NFPA 241, shall be provided by the contractor.

2.19. The Contractor shall receive from the station fire department a permit for all cutting, welding, and soldering. All permits shall be prominently displayed during all construction. Permits must be opened at the start of each activity and closed at the end of each workday.

2.20. All necessary precautions shall be taken by the contractor to prevent accidental activation of any existing smoke detectors or discharge of sprinkler heads.

2.21. Contractor shall be responsible for operational actions taken to temporarily reduce the hazard posed by life safety deficiencies created during and until completion of construction, as well as temporary construction partitions of non-combustible or limited combustible material that will not contribute to the development of spread of fire smoke tight and have smooth clean surface.

2.22. In order to provide for control of all environmentally hazardous materials arising from demolition and/or construction activities, the Contractor shall comply with all applicable environmentally hazardous material control and all applicable provisions OSHA well as the specific requirements stated elsewhere in the Contract Documents

3.0 Special Conditions

The existing paint has been evaluated for lead content. It has been determined that the paint externally is lead based. Testing of the internal surface has shown to be negative for lead content. Report has been attached for use. As a result, surface preparation and waste generated must be managed per all Federal, State and local regulations. If conflict occurs between statement of work or specifications with environmental regulations, the stricter of the two shall be adhered to. Lead/chrome paint removal, and painting of structures are recognized as very hazardous work, and it is further recognized that the coating industry has extensive safety training programs available.

3.01 The painting contractor will be required to comply with the construction industry standard 29 CFR 1926.62 (Lead in Construction) for any work involving lead paint. The contractor or subcontractor must be EPA certified as a Lead RRP contractor and must also follow 40 CFR 745 for any work affecting painted surfaces.

3.02 In performing the contract, the Contractor shall provide for protecting the lives and health of employees and other persons; preventing damage to property, materials, supplies, and equipment and avoiding work interruptions. The Contractor shall, at all times, take care to protect and preserve all existing vegetation, structures, equipment, utilities, and improvements per FAR Clause 52.236‐9. Uncontained hydroblasting and high-pressure water washing are prohibited due to the large quantity of uncontained lead-contaminated wastewater generated.

3.03 Submittal of work plan to control environmental release of lead that includes respiratory protection and lead hygiene plan. If the plan includes cover/tenting work area, the Containment design is to be sealed by a Maryland structural engineer with analysis specific to the project tank. For review and approval.

3.04 Baseline testing: Lead-in-soil sampling will be performed in the area adjacent to exterior work areas prior to Contractor mobilization to the site, construction of the work area, or any pre-cleaning activities. Baseline lead soil samples will be collected by composite sampling of areas adjacent to each exterior work area. Contractor shall complete the testing via a third party. Sampling shall be before the work commences and then after work is completed. If results of the testing demonstrates that the work area soil lead concentrations have increased, the contractor shall be responsible for remediation plan provided by a third party certified firm as well as the work required in the plan.

3.05 A Preconstruction Conference will discuss all containment, personal hygiene, and lead control issues required in this contract and review. Be prepared to commit designated “competent person(s)” to responsibilities of confined space, scaffold rigging, lead, etc. Meeting to occur two weeks before mobilization. Prior to meeting, the contractor shall submit to the COR the items listed for review and acceptance. VA acceptance does not relieve contractor of any of his obligations and responsibilities under the contract of making his work conform to the full requirements of the specification, regulations and Federal, State, and Local laws and ordinances.

Lead compliance program meeting the requirements of 29 CFR 1926.62

a. Description of the means to be used to achieve compliance.

b. Testing and monitoring procedures.

c. Lead waste disposal management plan.

d. Procedures for recycling lead painted metal waste at a certified and permitted facility.

e. Medical and training certificates.

f. Means and method of abrasive blasting operation.

g. Records of any citations issued by Federal, State, and Local regulatory agencies relating to lead based paint abatement activity by the contractor within the past five years. Submit project names, dates, and resolutions.

3.06 Contractor may need to remove fence or a fence section for set-up of containment perimeter. Fence to be reinstalled after work has been completed. Condition of fence to be equal to the original fence, or better. Quality for reinstallation is solely at the discretion of the COR. A temporary construction fence shall be installed before work commences and covered with wind screen. Area of work is to be secured for unauthorized entry. COR shall be provided with 24-hour access.

3.07 Traditional abrasive blasting or sandblasting is prohibited due to the large quantity of lead dust produced unless otherwise approved or stated.

3.08 All waste shall be contained and disposed of per Federal, State and Local regulations. Waste tested which results in a lead leachate concentration of greater than or equal to 5 parts per million shall be considered hazardous, In addition, shall comply with section on Disposal and Waste Management.

1. Lead-containing or lead-contaminated waste shall be considered as hazardous waste, and labeled in accordance with this specification, unless:

a. Lead leachate concentrations of the waste are determined to be less than 5 ppm from representative bulk samples, by TCLP analysis, following the protocol indicated in EPA regulations.

b. The waste does not meet any other regulatory definitions as “hazardous waste” Hazardous Materials and Hazardous Wastes. Contractor shall:

I. Comply with EPA and MDE requirements for demolition of structures containing lead paint, lead piping, or soldering.

II. Comply with EPA and MDE requirements for proper handling (such as bagging, sealing and recycling) Mercury-Containing Devices (may include but are not limited to thermometers, manometers, pressure stats, gauges, float or level controls, load meters, supply relays, phase splitters, and sink traps) per 40 CFR 273 and COMAR 26.13.02.08, 26.13.10.06, 26.13.10.09 and 26.13.10.20, 26.13.10.21 and 26.13.10.26 or latest requirements.

III. All hazardous waste expected as a result of renovation, demolition or construction activities (including but not limited to mercury-containing devices, fluorescent bulbs, electrical devices that contain PCBs) must be properly characterized; sampled and tested (e.g., TCLP); managed and disposed in accordance with EPA and MDE requirements per COMAR 26.13.02.01, 26.13.02.08, 26.13.10.20, 26.13.10.21 and 26.13.10.26 or latest requirements. Contractor shall prepare a waste management plan for VAMHCS GEMS review. Please see example waste management plan in Attachment C.

IV. Records of hazardous waste disposal (such as manifests, hazardous waste profiles, LDRs) must be provided by approved waste transporter and signed by an approved VAMHCS Manifest signer from the VAMHCS Safety Department. All records provided to COR and VAMHCS GEMS Coordinator at VAMHCSGEMSProgram@va.gov V. All hazardous chemicals that need to remain at the job site must be stored and handled in accordance with EPA; MDE; OSHA and NFPA requirements.

VI. Contractor must adhere to the lead in construction standard (29 CFR 1926.62(a) where lead is encountered in the course of work. If any lead is present, these regulations apply. The employer (contractor) must determine if employees will be exposed above the Permissible Exposure Limit for lead.

REQUIRED WASTE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES:

1. General:

1. The Contractor shall properly store and secure all waste at all times. Do not leave debris in the work area or in uncovered or unlocked trucks or dumpsters. Do not leave any waste in unsecured areas accessible to the public. Do not incinerate debris or use any unauthorized dumpster. Do not introduce lead-contaminated water into storm or sanitary sewers. Do not permit recycling of building components coated with lead-containing material.

1. All materials, whether hazardous or non-hazardous, shall be disposed of in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Keep all chemicals and chemical waste in sealed and properly labeled containers. The contractor shall not discard chemicals in trash or down drain. Do not evaporate surplus waste solvents.

1. The Contractor shall ensure that there is no leakage of waste or release of dust during the storage and transportation of waste.

1. The Contractor shall make every attempt to minimize the total quantities of waste generated by conducting abatement and interim control efforts that generate reduced quantities of both hazardous and non-hazardous waste for disposal, avoiding commingling of hazardous and non-hazardous waste

1. Hazardous Waste Management:

1. The Contractor shall segregate abatement waste into distinct waste streams (e.g., disposable suits, lead-contaminated polyethylene sheeting, lead-contaminated waste water, hazardous chemical sludge, etc.). Various combinations of each in different containers will not be accepted.

1. Lead-containing or lead-contaminated waste shall be considered as hazardous waste, and labeled in accordance with this specification, unless:

1. Lead leachate concentrations of the waste are determined to be less than 5 ppm from representative bulk samples, by TCLP analysis, following the protocol indicated in EPA regulations.

1. The waste does not meet any other regulatory definitions as “hazardous waste” per section 1.4 (A) (29) of these Specifications.

1. Waste tested which results in a lead leachate concentration of greater than or equal to 5 parts per million shall be considered hazardous, and shall be handled and disposed of as such according to local, state, and federal regulations.

1. the Contractor shall not accumulate hazardous waste on site for longer than 90 days.

1. The Contractor shall not discard chemicals in trash or down drains. Do not evaporate surplus waste solvents. Keep chemical waste in appropriate, sealed containers.

1. Containers:

1. The Contractor shall comply with EPA, DOT, and all other applicable federal, state, and local regulations for hazardous waste containers. All hazardous waste containers shall be completely sealed and shall be checked for tightness prior to removal from the work area.

1. All non-hazardous lead waste may be contained in one of the following:

1. Sealed disposal drums:

1. Contractor shall provide sufficient extra caps, rings, gaskets, etc., in the event of drum leakage.

1. All disposal drums shall be new; no used or damaged disposal drums are acceptable

1. Two layers of 0.15 mm (six-mil) thick poly sheeting, sealed with adhesive spray and duct tape

1. Two layers of 0.15 mm (six-mil) thick poly disposal bags; each bag shall be sealed by ‘goose-necking’ the bag with duct tape.

1. Labeling Requirements:

1. The Contractor shall label each hazardous waste container with the words “HAZARDOUS WASTE”.

1. The Contractor shall mark each hazardous waste container on the exterior with the accumulation start date. The accumulation start date is that date when a bulk waste disposal container starts to be filled, or when a chemical that will be disposed of is no longer needed.

1. Transportation and Disposal:

1. All hazardous waste shall be hauled by a licensed hazardous waste hauler with all required licenses from all state and local authorities with jurisdiction. The licensed hazardous waste hauler shall provide evidence of previous experience transporting lead-contaminated waste. The licensed hazardous waste hauler shall provide permanent labeling for all containers as required by all federal, state, and local regulations.

1. Hazardous and non-hazardous waste shall be disposed according to all federal, state and local regulations.

3.08.1 Solid Waste/Recycling

0. All Solid (non-hazardous) waste must be managed (disposed or recycled) by the contractor

0. Comply with VA Master Specification 017419 Construction Waste Management. This specification identifies materials that MUST be recycled or reused during construction and demolition projects. Additionally, VHA requires that 50% of demolition debris be diverted from the solid waste stream.

0. Use Attachment D (TBP) to document any reuse or recycling.

0. PLEASE GIVE ALL WASTE and RECYCLING QUANTITIES TO VAMHCSGEMSProgram@va.gov

ATTACHMENT C

EXAMPLE WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR PROJECTS

Example Disposal and Waste Management Plan All waste will be properly handled and disposed of in an environmentally sound manner and will comply with local and federal guidelines. Keeping the building premises free from debris is a key component to maintaining a safe work environment. Below are the types of waste and the process for each:

General Non-Hazardous Waste A construction project generates waste either from the parts that are removed or from the packaging of the new products being installed. The contractor shall ensure that all installation debris and product packaging is removed from the work area and placed in trash receptacles that the contractor provides. This waste will be transported and disposed of by the contractor’s waste management company.

Universal Waste Universal waste is a category designated by the US EPA and it is waste materials not designated as hazardous but containing materials that need to be prevented from unconditional release into the environment. It is defined in 40 CFR 273 by the EPA and Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR) 26.13.10.06.

INTACT batteries; Lamps; PCB-containing lamp ballasts; and materials that contain mercury are considered universal waste as long as they remain intact (i.e., not broken).

When universal waste is generated, an offsite location for recycle/disposal will be evaluated and proposed for VAMHCS approval (and arranged for and paid for by the contractor). All universal waste manifests or certificates of recycling will be signed by a DOT-RCRA trained employee and a copy provided to the VAMHCS GEMS Manager for the specific VAMHCS facility. Final signed manifests must be received by the VAMHCS from the Universal Waste Recycling Facility within 45 days of waste shipment per EPA 40 CFR 263.20-.25 as well as Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR) 26.13.03.06.

Hazardous Waste (Includes but is not limited to Lead and Lead-Based Paint wastes, Dental Amalgam wastes) The contractor must dispose of all universal wastes as described above that does not remain intact as hazardous waste per EPA hazardous waste guidelines (40 CFR 260-299) and COMAR 26 Subtitles 13-18. The contractor must also dispose of all hazardous wastes per EPA hazardous waste guidelines (40 CFR 260-299) and COMAR 26 Subtitles 13-18. All required paperwork such as hazardous waste sampling and testing (e.g., EPA SW-846 TCLP); waste profiles, hazardous waste manifests and land disposal restriction (LDR) forms that go with the hazardous waste manifests will be filled out by a MD licensed, hazardous waste subcontractor. The contractor will schedule and coordinate hazardous waste removal with VAMHCS Safety personnel. Hazardous waste manifests will be signed by ONLY a VAMHCS employee with DOT RCRA training certification (please contact VAMHCS GEMS Manager) and a copy provided to VAMHCSGEMSProgram@va.gov. Final signed manifests must be received by the VAMHCS from the hazardous waste Treatment, Storage, and Disposal Facility within 45 days of waste shipment per EPA 40 CFR 263.20-.25 as well as Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR) 26.13.03.06.

1. Comply with EPA and MDE requirements for proper handling (such as bagging, sealing and recycling) Mercury-Containing Devices (may include but are not limited to thermometers, manometers, pressure stats, gauges, float or level controls, load meters, supply relays, phase splitters, and sink traps) per 40 CFR 273 and COMAR 26.13.02.08, 26.13.10.06, 26.13.10.09 and 26.13.10.20, 26.13.10.21 and 26.13.10.26 or latest requirements.

1. All hazardous waste expected as a result of renovation, demolition or construction activities (including but not limited to mercury-containing dental amalgam wastes, fluorescent bulbs, electrical devices that contain PCBs) must be properly managed and disposed in accordance with EPA and MDE requirements per EPA 40 CFR 260-299 as well as COMAR 26.13.02.01, 26.13.02.08, 26.13.10.20, 26.13.10.21 and 26.13.10.26 or latest requirements.

1. Records of hazardous waste disposal (such as manifests, hazardous waste profiles, LDRs) must be provided by approved waste transporter and signed by an approved VAMHCS Manifest signer from the VAMHCS Safety Department. All records provided to COR and VAMHCS GEMS Coordinator at VAMHCSGEMSProgram@va.gov

1. All hazardous chemicals that need to remain at the job site must be stored and handled in accordance with EPA; MDE; OSHA and NFPA requirements.

3.09 Daily cleaning:

(1) The Contractor shall carefully fold the drop cloth to center and dispose of the poly drop cloth as lead-contaminated waste.

(2) The Contractor shall provide general clean-up of lead work area concurrent with the removal of all lead-containing or lead-contaminated materials. Do not permit accumulation of debris on the work area floor.

(3) The Contractor shall perform a thorough HEPA vacuuming of the work area.