A04_-_SOW.pdf

United States Department of the Interior

U.S. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE

5275 LEESBURG PIKE, MS: NWRS

FALLS CHURCH, VA 22041-3803

STATEMENT OF WORK

DRAFT – ASBESTOS, LEAD BASED PAINT, PCB, AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS

BUILDING ASSESSMENT SURVEY

AT

Yukon Delta National Wildlife Refuge

1. SCOPE

The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS) Yukon Delta National Wildlife Refuge, Bethel, Alaska is requesting a Request For Quote (RFQ) to perform all work necessary to complete the inspection of structures in order to determine the presence of asbestos, lead, and hazardous materials prior to structure renovations, demolition and/or deconstruction.

This Scope of Work is requested to provide sufficient sampling, testing and an assessment for Asbestos Containing Material (ACM), Lead Based Paint (LBP), PCBs, and hazardous material prior to the demolition of structure(s) and/or to perform repairs or maintenance to structure(s) that are occupied.

The survey shall be performed in applicable safe working conditions as defined by State of Alaska, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

The RFQ(s) are being solicited from qualified firms to perform a site inspection on the structure listed in section 2. Period and Place of Performance. The site inspection will entail inspecting both the interior and exterior of the structure for asbestos, lead, PCBs, and hazardous materials (e.g., PCB paint) as needed, and supplying Yukon Delta National Wildlife Refuge with a written report indicating the presence of asbestos, lead, PCBs, and hazardous materials. The report will identify the type of material, condition, location, and accurate square and/or linear footage. Cost estimates for removing any confirmed asbestos containing materials, lead impacted areas, PCBs, and hazardous material shall be provided for each type. Two (2) written reports (one (1) to the Station and one (1) to the Regional Environmental Compliance Coordinator (RECC)) and an electronically submitted report to the station and the RECC.

A Work Plan will be required to be submitted to the primary contact and the RECC to ensure the logistics of the site are taken into consideration.

The structure surveys shall be performed in accordance with Regulatory Agencies:

1) Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

2) Occupational Safety and Health Agency (OSHA)

3) Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (ADEC)

The structure survey shall be performed in accordance with:

a) Asbestos

1) NESHAP - 40 CFR Part 61, Subpart M – National Emission Standard for Asbestos

2) TSCA - 40 CFR Subpart D, Section 763 – Asbestos

3) 29 CFR 1910.1001: General Industry Occupational Safety and Health Standards

4) 29 CFR 1926.1101: Safety and Health Regulations for Construction

b) Lead

1) TSCA - 40 CFR Subpart D, Section 745 – Lead-Based Paint Hazard

2) 29 CFR 1910.1025: General Industry Occupational Safety and Health Standards

3) 29 CFR 1926.62: Safety and Health Regulations for Construction

The firm must supply the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service with the following information particularly relative to the activity being undertaken in this project:

1. Name and address of submitter (Contractor), plus name and telephone number of the individual to contact for further information.

2. Persons conducting inspections for asbestos must be certified by the State of Alaska.

3. Persons conducting the inspection for lead must be licensed by the State of Alaska.

4. Name of lab being used to analyze asbestos samples and the National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program (NVLAP) Asbestos Fiber Analysis Program Certification Number.

5. Name of lab being used to analyze lead samples and National Lead Laboratory Accreditation Program (NVPAP) Certification Number.

6. If an XRF Lead Analyzer is used to analyze lead paint samples,

a) the company will provide XRF Machine Serial Number and documentation of calibration of unit.

b) the company will provide registration of XRF Machine with the State of Alaska.

7. All proposals shall include a Sample Report (Asbestos, Lead) with Individual Identification Number for Sample, Location of Sample, Description of Sampled Material, Sample Result, Estimated Square Footage or Linear Footage with Descriptions (i.e., 6 Inch Pipe Insulation, 6 Foot Pipe Insulation) of Material.

8. Any other information which will demonstrate abilities to perform their required services should also be included.

9. Proof of Insurance.

2. PERIOD & PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

Period of Performance: The Contractor shall have until July 31, 2026 to complete the survey.

The final report will be due on August 15, 2026.

Structure locations: An asbestos assessment survey, a lead-based paint assessment survey, PCBs, and a Hazardous Material Survey will be performed at the following location:

Old Chevak Church (61.43093605/-165.45139286): The assessment survey will consist of a comprehensive sampling of the entire structure. This structure has a checkerboard orange/red and white roof and is on a post/pad foundation. It is approximately 20’x40’, ~800ft2. There is unknown paint on multiple walls and the ceiling. Total interior surface area could be approximately 5,000 ft2 and exterior area could be around 1,200ft2. This is a remote field location. Transportation to and from the site can be by float plane or by boat. The closest village is Chevak (61.5256208/-165.5871904). Float plane vendors in Bethel, AK, such as Papa Bear or Renfros, could be used to travel to the site in the late spring, summer, or early fall timeframes. Boat rentals from Chevak are unknown, but are likely possible.

Commercial aircraft transportation from Bethel, AK to Chevak, AK would likely be with Grant Aviation.

3. GUIDELINES

The inspector's primary contact will be the Contracting Officer Representative, Ed Davis, 907-545-9251, Edward_davis@fws.gov, Assistant Refuge Manager at Yukon Delta NWR, Bethel, AK.

The secondary or alternate contact will be Robert “Rob” McGinn, 612-518-1237, Robert_McGinn@fws.gov, Regional Environmental Compliance Coordinator for Regions 3 & 7.

The inspector shall take sufficient samples of all suspected ACM building materials and commercial products, components with lead (e.g., Lead Pipe) and/or lead-based paint (LBP) in accordance with guidance provided in this document or stricter state regulations and have them analyzed by a state certified laboratory.

Suspect asbestos and lead based paint samples shall be collected following EPA protocols with appropriate sampling tools and leak-tight containers.

Each suspect sample shall be individually numbered, recorded on a sample log, description of material, quantified, and submitted under chain-of-custody to a laboratory certified under the Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program.

Any sampling debris (i.e. protective clothing, contaminated wipes, respiratory cartridges, etc.) will be the responsibility of the contractor. As such the contractor assumes all liability for the correct disposal of suspect ACM, ACBM waste, and lead waste that is generated by the inspection.

A) ASBESTOS

The structure assessment surveys will identify friable and non-friable asbestos-containing-materials (ACM) and asbestos containing commercial products. The survey shall consist of the identification, measuring, quantifying, testing and estimating the cost of removal of Regulated Asbestos-Containing Material ( RACM), Category I and Category II non-friable asbestos containing building materials, and commercial products that contain asbestos material. This survey shall be performed by an Alaska Certified Asbestos Building Inspector

1) INSPECTION PROCEDURE

I. Proper bulk sampling methods for suspect ACM will be followed. Proper bulk sampling methods are defined as wetting with amended water, encapsulation after sample collection, and clean-up of debris associated with sample collection.

II. Obtain randomly distributed samples from each homogeneous area as listed in Table I. A material may be assumed to be ACM without sampling (contactor must document why sample was not taken) or based on the analytical results of fewer samples (stop positive).

III. Locate and quantify all homogeneous areas of surfacing materials, insulation, miscellaneous materials, and asbestos commercial products. Note any possible asbestos debris that is present due to deterioration or damage. All types of floor tiles in all layers must be inspected and sampled unless 9”x9” (these are assumed to contain asbestos). Whenever necessary, destructive sampling must be done to access ducts and/or pipes in walls or chases and in areas above ceilings to determine if ACM is present.

IV. Analysis of suspect ACM bulk samples through Polarized Light Microscopy (PLM) shall be performed by persons or laboratories with proficiency demonstrated by current successful participation in a nationally recognized testing program such as the National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program (NVLAP) or the National Institute for Standards and Technology (NIST) or the Round Robin for bulk samples administered by the American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA) or an equivalent nationally recognized round robin testing program.

V. The laboratory should delineate sample layers (i.e. VAT and mastic; drywall, mud, and tape; cloth wrap and mag; etc.).

VI. Tabulate results by site structure nomenclature. Show the location and square or linear footage of each homogeneous area. Quantify all assumed materials such as floor tile and resilient roofing and siding as ACM (note multiple layers). If ducts and pipes inside walls could not be visually inspected, they must be assumed ACM. The inspector's name, address, phone number, certification number and date of inspection must appear on each report.

VII. Provide an estimate for remediation of asbestos-containing material.

2) ACM sample material shall be analyzed and retained by the laboratory for 30 days in case the Service requests follow on point count analysis.

TABLE I - Minimum Sampling Requirements for Asbestos Containing Materials (The materials listed in this table are provided as common examples and are not a complete list of building components or equipment that require testing.)

Quantities of samples to be obtained per homogeneous area are:

(NOTE: Discretion shall be exercised when defining homogeneous areas, giving consideration to all factors which could reduce the number of samples required.)

Material Type Number of Samples Size of Homogenous Area

Surfacing materials 3 <= 1,000 square feet 5 > 1,000 square feet and <=5,000 square feet 7 > 5,000 square feet

Thermal System Insulation

3 each homogeneous area

Each homogenous area of patch less than 6 linear or 6 square feet

Each homogeneous group valves, fittings, elbow tees, hangers

0*

Inspector has determined that the thermal system insulation is fiberglass, foam glass, rubber, or other non-ACBM. * Need to note on inspection that location of material was seen.

Miscellaneous Material*

- Each layer of floor tile,

- Resilient sheet goods,

- Paper backing of sheet flooring,

- Mastic,

- Resilient roofing,

- Siding materials

- Each homogeneous areas of ceiling tiles,

- Slate flooring and roofing.

- Slate or transite siding,

- Drywall/drywall joint compound systems,

- Ect.

3 The minimum of three samples

Additional sample may be obtained at the discretion of the inspector based upon the square footage of the homogenous area:

3 <= 1,000 square feet

5 > 1,000 square feet and <=5,000 square feet

7 > 5,000 square feet

Other – Asbestos Containing Products:

- Asbestos Gloves

- Fireproof Safes

- Asbestos Gasket

- Etc.

1* Material that are labeled asbestos containing do not need to be sampled but shall be inventoried.

Note: When debris is identified that corresponds with identifiable suspect ACM or ACBM, utilize the correct Homogeneous Area Numbers corresponding with the suspect material.

B) LEAD

The structure assessment surveys will identify components with lead and lead-based paints on specific structures located at Kanagayak and Old Chevak field sites at Yukon Delta National Wildlife Refuge. This assessment is to include the interior and exterior of all structures specified for the survey to be performed. This survey shall be performed by a Lead Inspector or Risk Assessor Licensed by the state of Alaska.

1) INSPECTION PROCEDURE

I. Locate and quantify all homogeneous areas of lead-based paint and components with lead (e.g. lead pipe). Note the condition of the lead-based paint. Note any possible lead-based paint debris that is present due to deterioration or damage in the above areas.

II. All layers of paint to include the substrate shall be analyzed III. Bulk samples shall be of sufficient material to provide Total Threshold Limit

Concentrations (TTLC) IV. Analysis of samples shall be performed by persons or laboratories:

1) Accredited by National Lead Laboratory Accreditation Program (NLLAP), or

2) An XRF Lead Analyzer that

a) Registered for use in the State of Alaska

b) Part of a National Leal Laboratory Accreditation Program (NLLAP)

c) Annually calibrated (Certification on Site)

d) Daily calibration checks

e) Check against standard every 20th sample.

V. Tabulate results by property address. Show the location and square or linear footage of each homogeneous area. The inspector's name, address, phone number, certification number and date of inspection must appear on each report.

VI. Provide an estimate for remediation of lead-based paint containing material.

C) HAZARDOUS MATERIAL SURVEY

The structure assessment surveys will identify all hazardous materials found at specific structures located at the Old Chevak field site at Yukon Delta National Wildlife Refuge.

This assessment is to include the interior and exterior of all structures specified for the survey to be performed. This survey shall use Table 2 – Pre-Renovation/Demolition Environmental Checklist – Hazardous Material Survey.

TABLE 2

Pre-Renovation/Demolition Environmental Checklist

Hazardous Material Survey

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service requires that a hazardous material survey for items below before starting a renovation or demolition project, and then manage and recycle or dispose of them correctly. This checklist is provided to help manage the project

Project Information

Contractor Information Name:

Address:

Structure information Structure name:

Address/Location:

City, State, Zip: City, State, Zip:

Contact name: Age of bldg (yrs): Size of bldg (sq ft):

Phone number: Present use of bldg:

Prior use of bldg:

Dates of renovation, demolition, or fire training burn:

Start date: End date:

(mm/dd/yy) (mm/dd/yy)

Mercury Qty Qty Qty Batteries Firestats:

Smoke detectors: Manometers: Boiler insulation:

Emergency lighting systems: Thermometers: HVAC duct insulation:

Elevator control panels: Boilers, furnaces, heaters, Ductwork flexible fabric Exit signs: and tanks connections:

Security systems and alarms: Mercury flame sensors by Fireproofing materials:

Lighting pilot lights: Fire doors:

Fluorescent lights: Manometers, thermometers, Flooring:

High intensity discharge gauges: Vinyl floor tile:

Metal halide: Pressure-trol: Vinyl sheet flooring:

High pressure sodium: Float or level controls: Asphalt tile:

Mercury vapor: Space heater controls: Linoleum paper backing:

Neon: Electrical systems Mastic/glue (floor tile, carpet, etc.)

Switches for lighting using Load meters & supply relays: Electrical mercury relays (look for any Phase splitters: Electrical panels:

control associated with exterior Micro relays: Electrical wiring insulation:

or automated lighting systems): Mercury displacement relays: Heating and electrical

“Silent” wall switches: Asbestos ducts/conduit:

Heating, ventilating, and Boiler rooms Pipe and other insulation air conditioning systems Boilers, furnaces, fireplaces, Aircell (corrugated cardboard):

Thermostats: and their components: Millboard:

Aquastats: Cement sheets near heating Preform:

Pressurestats: equipment: Joint compound:

Asbestos (continued) Qty Qty Qty

Spray applied insulation: ChloroFluoroCarbons Lead-acid batteries (lighting, exit

Blown-in insulation: Fire extinguishers (both portable signs, security systems):

Block: and installed halon suppression Lead flashing molds and Surfacing materials systems): roof vents:

Acoustical plaster: Air conditioners (rooftop, room, Lead pipes and solder:

Decorative plaster: and central): Lead-lined X-ray rooms:

Textured paints & coatings: Walk in coolers (refrigeration

Spray-applied materials or cold storage areas): Other (acoustical, decorative, or insulative): Water fountains and Solid waste (all non-building

Roofing dehumidifiers: components such as unattached

Roofing shingles: Refrigerators/freezers/chillers: carpet, files, books, trash, desks, Roofing felt: Heat pumps: chairs, etc.) must be removed

Base flashing: Vending machines/food prior to demolition:

Cement materials (Transite) display cases: Hazardous waste (including

Cement pipes (flues & vents): household) must be properly

Cement wallboard: Poly-Chlorinated handled and disposed of prior

Cement siding: BiPhenyls (PCBs) to demolition:

Pegboard: Transformers: Oil (used oil, hydraulic oils in door

Ceiling materials Transistors: closers, elevator shafts, etc.)

Ceiling titles: Capacitors: must be collected and properly

Ceiling tile adhesives (pucks): Heat transfer equipment: disposed of prior to demolition:

Lay-in ceiling panels: Light ballasts: Tanks (no evidence of former

Acoustical tiles: heating tanks or storage tanks

Miscellaneous Lead exist):

Taping, joint, and spackling Lead-based paint (woodwork, Appliances must be recycled compound: metal equipment, interior/ by an appliance recycler:

Caulking/putties: exterior uses): Electronics:

Fire curtains and blankets: PCB paint Laboratory hoods, table tops, gloves, etc.:

Gaskets:

If you have questions or comments about this checklist, identify any additional items not found in this list, or would like to discuss an individual project, contact the Station Project Leader or Regional Environmental Compliance Coordinator.

Important Note:

Examples in this guidance document do not represent an exhaustive listing of type of materials that may be required to be removed from a structure prior to renovation/ demolition Contractor shall follow additional state and local regulations.

Affiliation with project: Title:

Printed name: Date:

3) ASBESTOS, LEAD AND HAZARDOUS MATERIAL BUILDING INSPECTION REPORT

A) Following laboratory identification of the suspect samples:

1) The report findings shall adhere to professional standards and contain at a minimum:

a. Company name, building inspector name(s), report preparer name (if different from inspector), company mailing address, and company telephone number.

b. Station Name, Name of Structure (if any), and street address, city, state, zip code for structure(s) inspected.

c. Date of inspection, and date of report preparation (if different).

d. Printed name and signature of each individual involved in the inspection.

e. Asbestos Building Inspector License number and expiration date for each individual

f. Lead Inspector or Lead Assessor License number and expiration dated for each individual.

g. Provide a separate, detailed discussion for each structure inspected, if multiple structures are included in the same report.

h. For each structure, identify and provide a detailed description of all exterior and interior building materials. Indicate how samples locations and/or materials are labeled/identified in the structure to assist with abatement. Document sample locations and areas that were not accessible during the inspection.

i. Provide an estimated square or linear footage for asbestos or lead of suspect building material.

This may be calculated by room size or actual measurement.

j. Clearly state the number of samples collected for each type of suspect material based on the estimated or actual square or linear footage.

k. Discuss the type, amount (square or linear footage) and condition of all suspected material testing positive or assumed positive for asbestos, lead exceeding regulatory standard, and hazardous materials.

l. Include a written recommendation for disposition of all identified asbestos-containing materials (ACM) or presumed asbestos-containing materials (PACM), Lead Paint, and Hazardous Material and a cost estimate for each activity.

m. Include photographs, structure drawings or sketches.

n. A map of the structure indicating sample location and locations of other hazardous waste identified in the report.

o. Provide a copy of all sample collection data, chain of custody form(s), and lab analysis reports.

p. Copy of the inspector’s certification card for lead and asbestos.

B) The report findings shall also contain recommendations for any actions needing to be completed prior to demolition and an estimate cost. A draft electronic report shall be provided to the Service for a five working day review/comment period prior to issuing the final report.

C) Final Reports shall be provided by August 15, 2026:

1) Contractor must submit and electronic copy of each report via email to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife

Service, Yukon Delta National Wildlife Refuge and Regional Environmental Compliance Coordinator. Reports must be submitted in either Microsoft Word Document or PDF Format.

2) Contractor must submit a hard copy of the report the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Yukon Delta National Wildlife Refuge and Regional Environmental Compliance Coordinator. Reports must be submitted in either Microsoft Word Document or PDF Format.

Statement of Work, Asbestos, Lead-based paint, PCB, and Hazardous Materials Building Assessment Survey at Yukon Delta National Wildlife Refuge

Attachment 1: Old Chevak Church and Old Chevak Site Information

Figure 1. Overview location of Yukon Delta NWR HQ in reference to the state of Alaska.

Figure 2. Overview map of Old Chevak (yellow star) in reference to Yukon Delta National Wildlife Refuge (red outline). This is a remote field location. Transportation to and from the site can be by float plane or by boat from the closest village, Chevak (61.5256208/-165.5871904).

Float plane vendors in Bethel, AK, such as Papa Bear or Renfros, could be used to travel to the site in the late spring, summer, or early fall timeframes. Boat rentals from Chevak are unknown, but likely possible. Commercial air transportation from Bethel, AK to Chevak, AK would be with Grant Aviation.

Figure 3. Exterior photo taken in April of the Old Church at the Old Chevak Field Station (61.43093605/-165.45139286) near Chevak, AK.

Figure 4. Exterior photo taken in July 2024 of the Old Church at the Old Chevak Field Station (61.43093605/-165.45139286) near Chevak, AK.

Figure 5. Interior photo taken in July 2025 of the Old Church’s main room at the Old Chevak Field Station (61.43093605/-165.45139286) near Chevak, AK.

Figure 6. Interior photo taken in July 2025 of the Old Church’s back room at the Old Chevak Field Station (61.43093605/-165.45139286) near Chevak, AK.