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Exhibit B (Ver May 2023) Solicitation Number: 432954-MC-24 Date: 03/25/24 Subcontract Number: TBD

MISSION SUPPORT AND TEST SERVICES, LLC

FIRM-FIXED-PRICE SERVICE SUBCONTRACT

EXHIBIT B

STATEMENT OF WORK, SPECIFICATIONS AND DRAWINGS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

NO. TITLE PAGE

B-1 B-1 Scope/Background 2 B-2 Requirements 5 B-3 Core Hole Location, Predicted Geology, Schedule & Work Week 8 B-4 Drawings 9 B-5 Delivery & Work Location 9 B-6 Clearance Requirements 10 B-7 Specialized Experience/Specific Training/Specific Certifications 10 B-8 Environmentally Preferable Products 11 B-9 Attachments 11 B-10 Submittals 12

B-1 SCOPE/BACKGROUND

1. Scope: SUBCONTRACTOR shall provide the labor, equipment, materials, supplies, and fuel to drill a continuous wireline core boring to an approximate vertical depth of 6,930 feet.

2. Project Background:

2.1. The drilling and sampling of a continuous, vertically oriented, wireline core boring [also referred to as core hole (CH) in this document] is intended to provide the Rock Valley/Direct Comparison (RV/DC) with geologic and geophysical samples and data necessary to characterize the geologic setting, and monitor future underground activities conducted by the Project. Core drilling shall start at the surface and continuous core shall be collected to a total vertical depth of approximately 7,000 feet below ground surface (bgs). The minimum core diameter shall be 1.7 inches, but larger core is acceptable. The CH shall have a minimum bore hole diameter at terminal depth of no less than 3.7 inches. The CH will require steel casing to be installed to 4000 feet +/- 200 feet below grade surface. The casing shall have an inside diameter greater than or equal to 3.9 inches.

3. General Site Information:

3.1. The Nevada National Security Site (NNSS) is a U.S. Department of Energy, National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) installation, operated by Mission Support and Test Services, LLC (CONTRACTOR), comprising approximately 3,561 square kilometers (1,375 square miles) of federally owned land located in southeastern Nye County, Nevada. Located approximately 105 kilometers (65 miles) northwest of Las Vegas, Nevada, the NNSS is accessed from U.S. Highway 95, which roughly forms the southern boundary of the site.

3.1.1. Location of Work - The site for the CH is at the RV/DC testbed on the Nevada National Security Site (NNSS). The NNSS is approximately 65 miles northwest of Las Vegas, Nevada off Highway 95.

Mercury Nevada is the NNSS main base camp and is located in the very southern portion of the NNSS, (Figure 1.1). The location of the testbed is in the southwest section of the NNSS, approximately 14 road miles northwest of Mercury. The RV/DC testbed location is shown in Figure 1.2. Placement of the CH is in the SW corner of the central drill pad as shown in Figure 1.3.

The north, central and south drill pads shown on Figure 1.3 will also be used for larger diameter borings installed at a later date and under a separate contract.

Figure 1.1. Location of NNSS and Las Vegas, NV

Mercury

Figure 1.2. Location of RV/DC Site, NNSS Area 27, Mercury

Location of RV/DC Site, NNSS Area 27

Mercury, 14 miles from RV/DC Site

27-01 road

Figure 1.3 RV/DC Testbed and CH Location

3.2. The CONTRACTOR also operates the North Las Vegas Facility (NLV); the Remote Sensing Lab at Nellis AFB, North Las Vegas, NV (RSLN); the Remote Sensing Lab at Andrews AFB, Maryland (RSLA); Special Technologies Lab at Santa Barbara, CA (STL); Livermore Operations at Livermore, CA (LO); and Los Alamos Operations at Los Alamos, NM (LAO).

B-2 REQUIREMENTS

1. General: SUBCONTRACTOR shall provide all personnel, equipment, materials, supplies, fuel, drilling fluid additives, and services required to drill one continuous wireline core boring to approximately 7,000 vertical feet bgs.

2. Subcontractor Technical Representative: The CONTRACTOR will assign a Subcontract Technical Representative (STR) who will be responsible to manage and report project execution as defined in the Subcontract scope. The STR will ensure that both parties satisfactorily perform their project responsibilities as defined in the Subcontract. The STR, CONTRACTOR, and SUBCONTRACTOR will designate backup personnel to alleviate communication delays to project execution. The STR has the authority to establish controls for the work, and to inspect the work for quality and compliance with this Statement of Work. The STR does not have the authority to direct changes, no matter how minor, in the scope of the work. Only the MSTS Subcontract Administrator has authority to direct changes to the scope of work.

3. Project Requirements:

3.1. Project Management: SUBCONTRACTOR shall provide project management services for their work on site to support the core drilling related work being executed under this Subcontract. This includes scheduling, financial management, personnel management, safety management, quality management and answering requests for information (RFI), preparing field change requests (FCR), providing calculations, providing schematic drawings that represent drilling plans and progress, performing field inspections, and other supporting activities as required.

3.1.1. All field change requests and/or requests for deviation from agreed work plan, design, or process will be submitted to the CONTRACTOR appointed STR and the SUBCONTRACTOR shall follow the direction of the STR, providing the field change does not impact scope or funding, which shall be forwarded to the Subcontract Administrator for disposition. The SUBCONTRACTOR shall not proceed with these types of changes unless authorized by the Subcontract Administrator.

3.2. Submittals: The SUBCONTRACTOR shall provide a Work Plan, Quality Assurance (QA)/Quality Control (QC) Plan and other submittal documentation to the CONTRACTOR as listed in Section B-10.

Descriptions of the Work Plan and QA/QC are included below.

3.2.1. Work Plan: The Work Plan shall be developed by the SUBCONTRACTOR. A comprehensive Work Plan shall be provided as a submittal after award of the subcontract. The comprehensive Work Plan shall include drawings, specifications, calculations, and all aspects of the core drilling and wireline sampling approach. SUBCONTRACTOR shall be responsible for verification of all dimensions, measurements, regulatory criteria, and equipment listed in the Work Plan. The Work Plan shall include a detailed list of equipment, materials, and a staffing plan that includes the key personnel proposed to execute the core drilling work. The staffing plan shall include a narrative of the processes used for the selection, retention, and replacement of key personnel. The Work Plan shall provide reference to core drilling standards included in the most recent version of ASTM D2113-14, Standard Practice for Rock Core Drilling and Sampling of Rock for Site Exploration. The Work Plan shall provide sufficient detail to describe the SUBCONTRACTOR’S planned methods for core drilling, plumbness measurements, core sample retrieval, casings, quality control, and waste management. Work Plan shall include anticipated project schedule, including mobilization, set-up, wireline core drilling methods, demobilization, and close-out. Work plan shall also provide a summary that outlines proposed measures taken to prevent an environmental release during all onsite activities, including spills, leaks, recirculation pit containment, and hazardous substance containment and disposal.

3.2.2. QA/QC Plan: SUBCONTRACTOR shall submit a QA/QC Plan during project execution with the CONTRACTOR’S approval. QA/QC plan shall include a description of work to be executed in compliance with the standards referenced in the Work Plan. The SUBCONTRACTOR’S QA/QC Plan shall specify appropriate verification methods for quality control of the drilling equipment and materials, including the drill rig, drill bits, drill steel, wireline core sample equipment, and tubing.

SUBCONTRACTOR shall provide the following certifications to STR for review: Welder Certifications (if the SUBCONTRACTOR requires welding for this scope), Excavation and Drilling Equipment Inspections, Driller’s Qualifications, and Bills of Lading. CONTRACTOR Quality Assurance personnel will be responsible to validate and retain all SUBCONTRACTOR certifications.

3.3. Sub-Tier Subcontractors: SUBCONTRACTOR shall be responsible for all sub-tier subcontractors and all sub-tier subcontractor submittals. Sub-tier subcontractors are any vendor, subcontractor, or service provider under a lower tier subcontract to the prime SUBCONTRACTOR. CONTRACTOR will not be responsible for standby time resulting from actions or delays caused by a sub-tier contractor.

3.4. Safety Program: (refer to Exhibit E)

3.5. Closeout Documentation: SUBCONTRACTOR shall provide closeout documentation in accordance with paragraph 9 below.

4. Planning

The Subcontractor shall provide the following project planning documents:

4.1. A detailed wellbore diagram to include anticipated bore hole diameters, casing sizes, core sample sizes, and other Subcontractor-specific specifications.

4.2. An overall drill site layout plan not to exceed dimensions of 500 feet by 500 feet in area that includes space for all anticipated drilling equipment and necessary fluid handling areas and sumps. The plan shall be clearly labeled.

4.3. A drill pad preparation plan. The plan shall include details such as a grading and surface requirements (NNSS 3-inch minus or NNSS Type II aggregate are locally available). The CONTRACTOR will be responsible for all construction services to prepare the drill pad to the SUBCONTRACTOR’S plan. The CONTRACTOR will provide NNSS 3-inch minus or NNSS Type II aggregate in the quantities, location, and schedule described in the SUBCONTRACTOR’S plan. Upon completion of drill pad construction, the SUBCONTRACTOR shall provide a written statement to the CONTRACTOR that the pad is acceptable as constructed.

4.4. The SUBCONTRACTOR provided planning documents will be subject to approval by the CONTRACTOR prior to commencement of work.

4.5. Provide an Operational Fire, Life, and Safety plan. (Refer to Exhibit E)

4.6. Project planning documents shall be updated as necessary during project execution with the CONTRACTOR’S approval.

5. Mobilization:

The SUBCONTRACTOR shall provide the following mobilization services:

5.1. Provide mobilization for all SUBCONTRACTOR owned or controlled equipment and personnel to support the CH drilling operations. Decontamination of all equipment shall be conducted as part of and prior to Mobilization.

5.2. Provide fire suppression equipment (i.e., fire extinguishers) for all internal combustion engines including but not limited to drilling rigs, generators, air compressors, pumps, light plants, vehicles, etc.

5.3. Provide fire suppression systems for fuel and oil storage areas and refueling stations. Provide spare fire extinguishers.

5.4. Provide approved appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to all SUBCONTRACTOR, second tier subcontractors, and supplier employees (see Exhibit E, E-23).

5.5. Decontamination: Prior to mobilization, the SUBCONTRACTOR shall clean all equipment used for drilling and downhole measurements with a high-pressure wash. The purpose for this requirement is to eliminate potential cross contamination to the NNSS from equipment used on previous drill sites.

5.5.1. The equipment shall be cleaned by the SUBCONTRACTOR using phosphate-free soap and water.

5.5.2. The equipment shall arrive to the NNSS free of dirt, loose paint, and grease/oils.

5.5.3. The SUBCONTRACTOR shall verify, by letter to the STR prior to delivery of the equipment to the NNSS, that the equipment has been cleaned.

5.5.4. If any equipment appears contaminated by the STR upon inspection at the NNSS, the subject equipment shall be additionally cleaned at the SUBCONTRACTOR’S expense.

6. Drilling

6.1. The core hole shall be drilled at an inclination of -90° and remain as vertically plumb as possible to terminal depth.

6.2. The CH shall not deviate more than 250 feet laterally in any direction from the starting point of drilling.

6.3. Drilling shall start at the surface with a coring drill bit sized to meet at least the minimum diameter requirements at the total depth. The CH shall have a minimum final bore diameter greater than or equal to

3.7 inches at the total depth. The core samples recovered shall be continuous from surface and have a diameter greater than or equal to 1.7 inches. The CH shall be cased to a depth of 4000 feet +/- 200 feet bgs. The casing shall have a minimum internal diameter of 3.9 inches.

6.4. The CONTRACTOR will provide all core boxes to the SUBCONTRACTOR and will analyze, preserve, and transport the full core boxes to the NNSS Core Library.

6.5. Geophysical logging will be conducted (by others) in uncased sections of the CH. Logging will take place 1 – 3 times during drilling and when the total depth of the borehole has been reached. Each logging call out will take 8-14 hours. Prior to geophysical logging, the SUBCONTRACTOR shall condition the core hole in preparation for installing the geophysical logging tool. Core hole conditioning in this context implies flushing to remove suspended solids, thinning drilling mud as appropriate, and clearing the bottom of the borehole of cuttings. To the extent possible, depth to the water table and any perched water zones shall be recorded by the SUBCONTRACTOR while drilling and before or after logging. Records of water depth measurements shall be kept in the Daily Drilling Report. The Daily Drilling Report shall also include instances of fluid gains and/or losses and estimated volumes.

6.6. Upon completion of drilling, the hole will be instrumented by others with a fiber optic cable/geophone system. Consequently, hole plumbness is critical and necessary to ensure proper instrument emplacement.

6.7. The SUBCONTRACTOR shall make all necessary adjustments during drilling, such as rig mast plumbness, rotational speed, weight on bit downward pressure, and worn bit replacements, to reduce borehole drift and achieve maximum vertical plumbness.

6.8. Downhole plumbness:

6.8.1. Plumbness measurements shall be made using a gyroscopic method such as Reflex, Gyro Path, or similar instrument/method proposed by the SUBCONTRACTOR that uses inertial navigation to determine the horizontal variation of the borehole path.

6.8.2. The gyro tool shall be installed within the core drill rod or deployed with wireline tooling and shall be configured to use a surface reference azimuth to calculate its position throughout the section of the borehole being measured. Measurements shall be collected at 60 ft intervals while drilling.

6.9. Bottom of hole coordinates shall be recorded by the SUBCONTRACTOR.

6.10. Upon completion of the CH drilling and geophysical logging (by others), the SUBCONTRACTOR shall clear the CH of all fluids by purging the borehole with filtered compressed air and/or clean water from an approved source. All settlement of cuttings and sloughing shall be cleared from the borehole. The drill rig shall be demobilized upon acceptance of the CH by the STR.

7. Reports

7.1. The SUBCONTRACTOR shall provide a Daily Drilling Report on a daily basis during all phases of the work. The Daily Drilling Report shall be prepared using a form proposed by the SUBCONTRACTOR and acceptable to the CONTRACTOR. The general remarks section of this report shall contain an accurate account of borehole conditions, work performed, measurements taken, and time required for all work.

Time records shall be logged to the nearest quarter hour. The Daily Drilling Report shall be provided to the CONTRACTOR by 9:00 am each day for the prior day activities.

7.2. SUBCONTRACTOR shall produce a daily subcontract activity report detailing the progress of all field activities. The SUBCONTRATOR shall provide a copy of the report format to the STR for approval prior to field activities. The report shall include rig activity records, cost sheets, consumable charges, sub-tier subcontractor quantities, and other information pertaining to invoice amounts.

7.3. The daily report will be subject to revision by the CONTRACTOR to correct errors and omissions and ensure invoicing is prepared in accordance with the Consideration Schedule, Exhibit A and Exhibit D, D– 11, Invoicing and Payment.

7.4. SUBCONTRACTOR shall maintain daily bit records and post them on or near the rig. The bit record shall also be furnished to the STR in electronic and written form, showing bit types, serial numbers, footage drilled, depths in and out, and condition when pulled.

7.5. SUBCONTRACTOR shall maintain accurate and complete tubular tallies. This record shall be available for quality control inspection and verification at all times. Copies of steel line measurements of drill pipe and any other tubing or casing used shall be furnished as directed by the STR. The SUBCONTRACTOR shall keep an accurate record of the total number of joints of all drill pipe, tubing, and casing used.

7.6. The SUBCONTRACTOR shall record the quantities and pump rates of all drilling fluids used for each 24-hr period.

8. Demobilization

8.1. The SUBCONTRACTOR shall provide demobilization services of all materials, supplies, and equipment furnished for the project, excluding materials that are permanently left in place and accepted by the STR at the completion of core hole drilling.

9. Closeout

9.1. During Project Planning, SUBCONTRACTOR shall submit to the STR a written closeout plan for review and approval. As applicable, the closeout plan shall include provisions for as-built drawings, field logs, driller notes, daily reports, and other records.

9.2. Closeout files shall be provided electronically, including, all native design drawing files as applicable.

B-3 CORE HOLE LOCATION, PREDICTED GEOLOGY, SCHEDULE & WORK WEEK

1. Core Hole Location

The borehole designation, with corresponding estimated total depth range, coordinates, elevations, and expected depth to ground water, is furnished in Table 1.1. Drilling will be compensated under the unit prices established in the Consideration Schedule, Exhibit A. The final depth of the core hole will be determined by the CONTRACTOR after examining the core samples, drilling conditions, and information obtained while drilling. Final depth may also be determined by evaluating data obtained from geophysical logging conducted during drilling. Geophysical logging services will be separately subcontracted by the CONTRACTOR.

Table 1.1 Core Hole Information

BOREHOLE

DESIGNATION

SURFACE LOCATION

LAT LONG

SURFACE

ELEVATION

MEAN SEA

LEVEL (FT)

APPROX.

DEPTH

TO

WATER

(FT)

APPROX.

TOTAL

VERTICAL

DEPTH

(FT)

UE-27a-1 36.719038° -116.124149° 3,780 1,400 6,930

2. Predicted Geology

The predicted geology for the RV/DC site is provided in Table 1.2. This table is intended as a guide only.

Actual rock types and depths encountered may vary. As indicated, the rock type in the upper 2900 feet is predicted to be sedimentary, including sandstone, tuff, conglomerate, mudstone, and limestone. A Paleozoic rock contact is anticipated between 2700–2940 feet bgs. The SUBCONTRACTOR shall be prepared to advance the borehole and collect core samples in all rock types. The Paleozoic rock below the contact is anticipated to consist of bedded dolomite, limestone, shale, quartzite, and possibly granitic intrusions. It is anticipated that fault zones will be encountered while drilling. The SUBCONTRACTOR shall be prepared to collect wireline continuous core samples through all geologic rock types and, to the maximum extent possible, throughout fault zones.

Table 1.2 Predicted Geology

3. Work Week

The general construction work week at the NNSS is 4-days/week, 10-hours/day, Monday through Thursday (7:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.). However, during drilling operations when circulation must be maintained, the SUBCONTRACTOR has the option to operate on a 24-hour/day, 7-days/week schedule. The SUBCONTRACTOR shall notify the CONTRACTOR at least 2 weeks in advance of the need to operate 24-hr/day, 7-days/week shifts or the need to operate outside the general NNSS work week hours. The CONTRACTOR will support the SUBCONTRACTOR’S work at all times, including during periods of 24/7 operations. (See Exhibit D)

B-4 DRAWINGS

DRAWING NUMBER TITLE REV PAGES

N/A

B-5 DELIVERY & WORK LOCATION

Delivery Location:

N/A

Work Location:

Nevada National Security Site, _Area _27__Rock Valley/Direct Comparison___ Mercury, NV 89023

Additional Delivery/Work Locations: N/A

Depth interval (feet bgs) Geologic Unit

0–50 ALLUVIUM (QA): Poorly sorted sand and gravel, unconsolidated to loosely consolidated.

50–2000 PAVITS SPRINGS FORMATION (Tpa): Interbedded sandstone, tuff, conglomerate, mudstone, and limestone.

2000–2900* ROCKS OF THE WINAPI WASH (Tgw): Formerly Horse Springs Formation (Ths).

Interbedded siltstone (30%), limestone (30%), claystone (20%), sandstone (10%), tuff (5%), conglomerates (5%); fairly to moderately indurated, tuffaceous beds tend to be zeolitized; thin claystone beds may contain swelling clay.

2900–3700 GOODWIN LIMESTONE (Og): Thick-bedded limestone. May be thin or absent.

3700–4700 SMOKY MEMBER OF THE NOPAH FORMATION (Cns): Thick-bedded, blocky limestone and silty limestone.

4700–4900 HALFPINT MEMBER OF THE NOPAH FORMATION (Cnh): Thin-bedded limestone and silty limestone; irregular dark-colored chert common throughout.

4900–5000 DUNDERBERG SHALE MEMBER OF THE NOPAH FORMATION (Cnd): Thinly laminated shale and calcareous shale. May be thin or absent.

5000–7400 BONANZA KING FORMATION (Cb): Interbedded limestone and dolomite.

7400– UNKNOWN: Paleozoic carbonates or quartzite. Could be a granitic intrusions present.

*Paleozoic contact estimated between 2700–2940 feet Faults in the rock are anticipated in the RV/DC area.

B-6 CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS

1. Check all that apply:

☒ No security clearance; unclassified work

☐ DOE L

☐ DOE Q

☐ HSPD-12 PIV Credential

2. If applicable, add any or all parts of the following statement security qualifications:

☐ The SUBCONTRACTOR shall have the ability to obtain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) facility security clearance and have personnel capable of obtaining a Q-type or L-type security clearance.

☐ Q- or L-type security clearance is required for all SUBCONTRACTOR personnel having access to classified information or special nuclear material when performing such work.

☐ A corresponding level of security clearance from another federal agency may be applicable if approved by the CONTRACTOR and DOE.

☒ N/A

3. Security Misc.:

3.1. N/A

B-7 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE/SPECIFIC TRAINING/SPECIFIC CERTIFICATIONS

1. Licenses – SUBCONTRACTOR shall have the following job-specific licenses.

1.1. NA

2. Training – SUBCONTRACTOR shall have the following job-specific training:

2.1. Safety training requirements for on-site personnel, refer to Exhibit E, Employee Training/Orientations

3. Certifications – SUBCONTRACTOR shall have the following job-specific certifications:

3.1. N/A

B-8 ENVIRONMENTALLY PREFERABLE PRODUCTS

NOTE TO SUBCONTRACTORS: Federal Contractors such as MSTS are required by the U.S. Department of Energy to purchase Environmentally Preferable Products (EPP) (also known as green or sustainable purchasing) and are also required to flow those procurement requirements to their Subcontractors. When designing materials and/or supplying materials to be used onsite as part of a subcontract scope-of-work, those materials must meet these same requirements.

The following is a list of EPP types that must be used if they are available:

• Products with Recycled Content. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) list

• Water Efficient Plumbing Products. EPA WaterSense® list

• Non-Toxic or Less Toxic Alternatives

• Green Certified Products. (e.g., Design for Environment, Green Seal)

• Bio-Based Products. U.S. Department of Agriculture list

• Energy Efficient Products. EPA Energy Star® or Federal Energy Management Program designated products.

• Energy Efficient Electronics. EPEAT®-silver-rated or higher rated desktop computers, laptops and monitors, televisions, multifunction devices and printers

• Non-Ozone Depleting Alternative Products

B-9 ATTACHMENTS

Attachment Number TITLE REV PAGES

1, Pg. 15 of this document

SUBCONTRACTOR MINIMUM EQUIPMENT

REQUIREMENTS

B-10 SUBMITTALS

(ADM = Subcontract Administrator; STR = Subcontract Technical Representative; NLT = No Later Than;

NTP = Notice to Proceed; TLO = Transmittal Letter Only)

Description Reference Copies Received By Due Date Comments

PROCUREMENT RELATED SUBMITTALS

Environmental, Safety, and Health Plan

Exhibit E 1 STR

ADM

(TLO)

NLT 10 calendar days from award/Prior to start of work

Site-Specific Plan

Safety Data Sheet(s) Exhibit E 1 STR

ADM

(TLO)

NLT 10 calendar days from award/Prior to start of work

Safety and Personnel Report

Exhibit E 1 STR

(TLO)

Monthly, NLT 28th day of the new month

Provided using CONTRACTOR Form FRM-1253, “SUBCONTRACTOR Hours”

Quality Control/Assurance Program

Exhibit A Exhibit D

1 STR

ADM

(TLO)

Final NLT 10 calendar days from NTP/Prior to start of work

Insurance Certificates Exhibit D 1 ADM NLT 10 calendar days from award/Prior to start of work

Subcontract Schedule Exhibit D 1 ADM Final due NLT 10 calendar days from date of award/Prior to start of work.

Prior to the start of Work

Subcontractor Medical Release

Exhibit E

1 STR Due prior to the start of work.

Required when subcontractor employee is on-site more than 30-days or enrolled in a Medical Surveillance Program while working on M&O site, Provided using CONTRACTOR Form FRM-2026, “Subcontractor Medical Release”

Hazard Communication Program

Exhibit E 1 STR

ADM

TLO

No later than 10 calendar days from Notice to Proceed prior to start of Work

Prior to start of Work

Subcontract Release Statement – FRM-

Exhibit C Exhibit D

1 ADM Following completion of work prior to final payment

SUBCONTRACTOR shall submit a Subcontract Release Statement FRM-2206. The Subcontract Release Statement shall include a certification that states the following: "All GOVERNMENT and CONTRACTOR-furnished property has been returned, consumed, delivered or otherwise disposed of as instructed by CONTRACTOR."

Description Reference Copies Received By Due Date Comments

SUBCONTRACTOR’s Authorized Representative

Exhibit C 1 ADM Prior to the start of work

Also, when changes occur

PROJECT SPECIFIC AND TECHNICAL SUBMITTALS/DELIVERABLES

Description Reference Copies Received By

Due Date Comments

Work Plan 1 STR Work Plan shall be agreed prior to notice to proceed as the Comprehensive Work Plan. This plan shall be updated as necessary during project performance, with the agreement of the CONRACTOR.

Summary level and comprehensive Work Plans to provide descriptions of the SUBCONTRACTOR’s proposed technical approach, including, at a minimum:

Project Management and Organization, Safety, Mobilization and site set-up, Core drilling and core retrieval systems, Quality control, Waste management, and key personnel staffing plan.

Drill Pad Layout and Surface Requirements

1 STR Finalized version shall be agreed prior to notice to proceed.

Detailed plans and/or drawings of proposed drill pad layout including all equipment laydown and surface improvements proposed.

Daily Rig Activity Reports

Exhibit B STR By 9 AM Daily for the previous day’s activity

Bit Records Exhibit B STR Daily

Tubular Tallies Exhibit B STR Daily

Quantities and Pump Rates for Fluids Used

Exhibit B STR Daily

As-Built Drawings Exhibit B 1 STR, Project Closeout

Project Schedule Exhibit B 1 STR, Finalized version shall be agreed prior to notice to proceed, updated as needed.

Detailed schedule plan of project activities

Letter verifying proper rig and equipment cleaning

Attachment

1 STR Prior to start of drilling

ATTACHMENT 1

SUBCONTRACTOR MINIMUM EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

The following equipment list is not intended to be a complete list of all items to be furnished by the SUBCONTRACTOR. The SUBCONTRACTOR is required to furnish all drilling and maintenance tools, materials, and equipment not herein designated, but which are normal components for core drilling operations as defined in the Statement of Work. Tools, materials, and equipment include, but are not limited to:

1. Drill Rig with:

a. Adequate power and pull force to drill a continuous core drill hole as described in Exhibit B, Statement of Work.

b. Core drilling equipment for continuous wireline core drilling operations, including but not limited to, drill bits, drill rods, drill subs, casing, and all other required appurtenances for a complete drill system.

c. Continuous wireline coring and core retrieval systems.

d. All surface equipment required for core drilling to the depths described herein.

e. Equipment to include all pumps, hoses, generators, air compressors and other requirements for wireline core drilling.

f. Core hole orientation survey equipment to provide accurate azimuth and dip angle at a minimum interval of every 60 feet.

g. All drilling fluids and additives except for non-potable water (non-potable water provided by CONTRACTOR)

2. Transportation of all SUBCONTRACTOR-furnished personnel, equipment, materials, and portable facilities.

3. Approved lubricants for SUBCONTRACTOR’S equipment and approved thread lubricant for all downhole threaded connections.

4. Electric generators and electrical connection services to supply any necessary power to the SUBCONTRACTOR’S equipment.

5. Location lighting adequate for safe nighttime operations of all SUBCONTRACTOR-furnished equipment and/or facilities. Lighting systems shall be subject to CONTRACTOR’S safety approval.

6. Fishing tools with appropriately sized grapples and spears for SUBCONTRACTOR-furnished drill pipe and other down-hole equipment.

7. Personnel safety and emergency equipment including hard hats, safety shoes/boots, safety glasses, earplugs, work gloves, first aid kits, climbing devices, body harnesses, and fire protection equipment.

8. Forklift or other approved equipment, as required by the SUBCONTRACTOR, for movement of equipment, tools, and materials on site.

9. Fuel tanks for SUBCONTRACTOR’S fuel requirements with at least a four-day minimum storage capacity for all drilling and ancillary activities.

10. Fuel supply and delivery for all drilling and other core drilling related operations.

11. Potable drinking water for SUBCONTRACTOR’S personnel.

12. Miscellaneous supplies, personnel, and equipment not specifically identified herein, but as needed by the SUBCONTRACTOR to accomplish the Continuous Core Boring requirements as specified.