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Statement of Work (SOW) 142082-26-0357

Sewer Line Scoping and Hydro Jetting Services

National Weather Service – Sterling Field Support Center (SFSC) Sterling, Virginia

1. Purpose

The purpose of this Statement of Work (SOW) is to define the requirements, responsibilities, and performance standards for sewer line scoping and hydro jetting services at the National Weather Service

(NWS) Sterling Field Support Center (SFSC). The objective is to assess the condition of the facility’s sewer infrastructure, identify obstructions or defects, and restore proper flow through high-pressure cleaning.

2. Scope of Work

The Contractor shall furnish all labor, equipment, materials, tools, transportation, and supervision necessary to perform sewer line scoping and hydro jetting services at the SFSC. All work shall comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as industry standards.

2.1 Sewer Line Scoping

The Contractor shall:

• Locate and access designated sewer cleanouts and inspection points.

• Conduct a full video inspection of the sewer line using high-resolution camera equipment.

• Document the internal condition of the sewer line, including but not limited to:

o Blockages o Root intrusion o Structural defects (cracks, fractures, offsets, bellies) o Corrosion or deterioration

• Provide real-time line tracing and surface marking if required for defect identification.

• Record the inspection and provide a digital video file and written findings report.

2.2 Hydro Jetting

Following scoping, and upon authorization from the Government, the Contractor shall:

• Deploy high-pressure hydro jetting equipment suitable for commercial sewer lines.

• Remove debris, grease, scale, sediment, and root intrusion to the extent feasible.

• Flush the sewer line to restore optimal flow.

• Conduct a post-jetting camera inspection to verify cleaning effectiveness.

• Document any remaining obstructions or structural issues requiring further action.

3. Deliverables

The Contractor shall provide the following deliverables to the Sterling Field Support Center Point of Contact (POC):

• Digital sewer inspection video (pre- and post-jetting).

• Written inspection report including:

o Summary of findings o Identified defects or areas of concern o Recommendations for corrective action or long-term maintenance

• Hydro jetting completion report documenting work performed and results achieved.

All deliverables shall be submitted within five (5) business days of service completion unless otherwise approved by the POC.

4. Period of Performance

The period of performance shall begin on the date of the Notice to Proceed (NTP). All work shall be completed within 30 calendar days of NTP unless otherwise authorized by the Government.

Work shall be performed during normal duty hours (0700–1630 local time), Monday through Friday, excluding federal holidays, unless alternate arrangements are approved by the POC.

5. Government Responsibilities

The Government shall:

• Provide access to the facility, grounds, and sewer cleanout locations.

• Ensure water supply availability for hydro jetting operations.

• Coordinate facility notifications regarding temporary service interruptions.

• Designate a POC to oversee performance and accept deliverables.

6. Contractor Responsibilities

The Contractor shall:

• Comply with all NWS, NOAA, and Department of Commerce facility access and security requirements.

• Protect Government property and restore any disturbed areas to original condition.

• Maintain a safe work environment and follow OSHA standards.

• Provide all required personal protective equipment (PPE) for Contractor personnel.

• Immediately report any discovered structural failures or hazardous conditions to the

POC.

• Obtain all necessary permits, if applicable.

7. Performance Standards

• Work shall be performed in accordance with industry best practices, including NASSCO (National

Association of Sewer Service Companies) standards where applicable.

• Sewer lines shall be cleaned to the maximum extent feasible without causing damage to the infrastructure.

• Video inspection quality shall be clear, continuous, and sufficient for diagnostic evaluation.

• All documentation shall be complete, accurate, and professionally formatted.

Failure to meet performance standards may result in re-performance at no additional cost to the

Government.

8. Assumptions and Limitations

• The Contractor is not responsible for repairing pre-existing structural defects.

• Hydro jetting may not fully resolve issues caused by collapsed pipes, severe offsets, or major root intrusion requiring excavation.

• Any additional work outside the defined scope shall require prior written approval through a contract modification.

9. Invoicing and Payment

The Contractor shall submit invoices in accordance with the terms of the contract and the Department of Commerce invoicing procedures. Invoices shall reference:

• Contract number

• Date(s) of service

• Itemized costs for scoping, hydro jetting, and any approved additional services

Payment will be made upon Government acceptance of all deliverables.

10. Acceptance Criteria

The POC will review all deliverables and inspect the work performed. Acceptance will be based on:

• Completion of all tasks described in this SOW

• Compliance with performance standards

• Submission of all required documentation

The Government reserves the right to reject incomplete or non-compliant work.

11. Site Visit

Vendors are able to inspect the site where services are to be performed and to satisfy themselves as to all general and local conditions that may affect the cost of the performance of the purchase order, to the extent such information is reasonably obtainable. In no event shall a failure to inspect the site constitute grounds for a claim after award of the purchase order.

Contact the Point of Contact (POC) listed below for further information on site visits. To make a site visit, please make an appointment during working hours.

Service to be Completed:

Sterling Field Support Center 43741 Weather Service Rd Sterling VA, 20166

National Weather Service POC:

Jennifer Dover jennifer.dover@noaa.gov Sterling Field Support Center 43741 Weather Service Rd Sterling VA, 20166