Attachment 0001_2023-0742_Statement of Work (SOW)_26JUN2026.pdf

Rock Island Arsenal Scope of Work

PR #2023-0742

Install Utilities for RV Campground Site June 26, 2026

US Army Garrison‐Rock Island Arsenal

Directorate of Public Works Engineering and Services Division

AMIM‐RIP‐G

Project # 2023-0742 Install Utilities for RV Campground Site

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1 Rock Island Arsenal Rock Island, IL 61299‐5000

PROJECT SUMMARY: The scope of this project consists of furnishing labor, equipment and material to install utilities for a New RV Campground Site on the Rock Island Arsenal, Rock Island, IL. The services consist of an 8” HDPE water main with fire hydrant, 1” poly gas main with meter and 13.8 KV overhead electrical feed to a 750 KVA transformer. Work includes excavation and repair of existing surfaces to match existing.

1. PART ONE: SPECIFIC PROJECT

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: US Army Garrison – Rock Island Arsenal (RIA) is seeking a contractor to install new water, gas and electrical services to a new RV Campground Site.

The civil portion of this project shall be constructed using the Iowa State Urban Design and Specifications Program (SUDAS) 2026. The technical criteria contained and cited in this Scope of Work (SOW) and all accompanying appendices shall establish the minimum construction standards for this project. The Contractor shall make the Government aware in writing of any conflicts within these minimum standards by informing the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). The KO/COR reserves the right to determine how conflicting standards will be resolved. This project will require the following work activities:

1.1.1 Install a new 8” water main parallel to an existing 4” water main along Rodman

Avenue. Extend the 8” water main to the new RV Campground Site and provide a Fire Hydrant and main valve for future connection. Once the new water main is installed, connect the 8” water main to the 4” water main and abandon a section of the 4” water main in place.

1.1.2 Install a new 1” gas main from the 8” gas main along Rodman Avenue to the location of the new Comfort Station provided by the RV Park Contractor. Provide an isolation valve at the connection to the existing 8” gas main. Furnish and install a new gas meter at the proposed Comfort Station.

1.1.3 Install a new 13.8 KV overhead electrical service on poles from an existing pole located north of Building 25 to a 750 KVA transformer located near the proposed Comfort Station provided by the RV Contractor.

1.1.4 Refer to the Specifications in Appendix A and the Drawings in Appendix B for additional information.

1.2 SPECIAL SERVICES/REQUIREMENTS

1.2.1 The contractor shall provide all services, labor, materials, supervision, equipment, tools, etc. necessary to accomplish the work described in this SOW.

1.2.2 Disruption of the tenants and their missions shall be minimized. Any potential interferences with the tenants or the rest of the Rock Island Arsenal’s (RIA) services, personnel or entities shall be coordinated with the KO/COR in an effort minimize disruption. The contractor shall maintain continued access to all buildings in the area. Detour signs may be required. Fire and emergency service access to all adjacent buildings to the project must be maintained through the entire project.

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1.2.3 The contractor shall submit a phasing plan of execution. A 2-week notice must be given to the Department of Public works prior to any temporary closure or change in plan.

1.2.4 This project shall be constructed in accordance with the 2026 edition of the SUDAS Specifications unless otherwise noted.

1.2.5 It shall be the responsibility of the contractor to protect all existing utilities and paved streets, including any not shown on these drawings. The contractor shall verify all existing utilities prior to construction and notify the engineer of record and department of public works if any conflicts with the drawings occur. Any damage to existing utilities caused by trenching and grading operations shall be repaired at the contractor's expense. Existing utility locations shown on the drawings are approximate. It is possible that there are other utilities whose existence is presently not known or shown. It shall be the contractor's responsibility to determine the type and location of underground utilities and to avoid damage thereto. Minor conflict with underground utilities that are abandoned but not removed by the owner of the utility shall be removed as necessary for the construction of the project by the contractor. Removal shall be incidental to the job.

1.2.6 The contractor shall be responsible for field verifying all existing utility locations including but not limited to storm sewer, sanitary sewer, manholes, gas mains, fiber optic duct banks, water mains, electrical and telecommunications.

1.2.7 The Department of Public Works (DPW) shall have access to the project for construction and to make extensions or adjustments of services.

1.2.8 All unsuitable material and construction debris resulting from construction operations shall be properly disposed of off-site in accordance with local, state and federal guidelines.

1.2.9 It shall be the contractor's responsibility to provide waste areas or disposal sites for excess or undesirable material. This material is not to be incorporated in the work involved in this project. Overhaul will not be accepted on this project.

1.2.10 The contractor shall prevent silt and debris from entering storm sewers and culverts and shall remove any such material that enters them. Care shall be taken to prevent storm water from undermining the pavement during construction. If areas become undermined, they will be repaired in a manner acceptable to the engineer/KO/COR representative. Pressure grouting may be required.

1.2.11 The contractor shall be responsible for keeping adjacent streets free from excessive build-up of soil and/or granular material from the project. The contractor shall clean excess soil and other material from the adjacent streets as required by the engineer/KO/COR representative. Any damage done to existing streets shall be repaired at the contractor's expense.

1.2.12 The contractor shall take measures to prevent the spread of dust from the construction areas and haul routes, which include the application of water as directed by the engineer/KO/COR representative. This work shall be considered incidental to earth excavation.

1.2.13 When not initiated at an existing joint, removal of existing concrete pavement, asphalt or concrete drives and sidewalks shall be initiated with full depth saw cuts, exercising extreme care to avoid surface breaks and spalling. If surface

4 | P a g e breaks or spalling occur, additional removal and replacement shall be made at the contractor's expense. The cost of saw cutting shall be considered incidental to the cost of construction.

1.2.14 Special care shall be taken forming at intersections so that the profiles and grades obtained are as shown on the plans and grade sheets. Short lengths of forms or flexible forms may be necessary at these locations.

1.2.15 All concrete shall utilize an Iowa DOT C-4 mix design and have a compressive strength of 3,500 psi at 14 days and 4,000 psi at 28 days.

1.2.16 The contractor shall notify the engineer immediately if any discrepancies are encountered between the plans and specifications and the existing filed conditions. Work warranting a change in scope shall be submitted to the KO/COR within 30 days of notice or the contractor will forfeit rights to compensation for the work.

1.2.17 Pumping ground water and/or storm water from open trenches shall be considered incidental to the contract.

1.2.18 Construction staking shall be the responsibility of the contractor. The contractor and survey crew and company shall be considered competent and responsible for reporting any discrepancies or unforeseen project errors before and during construction staking to ensure blunders and misinformation is not constructed in the field. If an apparent error in the design is discovered during construction staking of the project, the contractor and or survey crew and company shall cease construction and report it to KO/COR immediately so the error may be corrected as soon as possible. Any lost work time, labor or equipment fee will not be paid during work stoppage due to unforeseen errors.

1.2.19 All existing utility information shall be considered a reference and is the responsibility of the contractor verify in the field prior to construction.

1.2.20 The contracting authority reserves the right to keep any/all removed material that includes but is not limited to manholes and storm sewer pipe. If the contracting authority elects not to keep removed material, the material becomes the property of the contractor and is responsible for the disposal/removal from the project.

1.2.21 No overhaul on this project.

1.3 BASE BID

The Base Bid consists of providing all labor equipment and materials required to install the water main, gas main and electrical service to the locations noted on the plans. All existing pavements disturbed will be replaced. Proposed typical cross sections can be found in the “B Sheets” of “Appendix A.” The contractor shall follow all work and details outlined in the plan sheets of “Appendix A.” This project shall be a working day contract. The contractor is allowed 180 working days to complete the project. The definition of a working day is defined in the SUDAS Specifications 1080. Failure to complete the project in the allotted 180 working days will result in a deduction at the liquidated damages rate of $1,000.00 (one thousand dollars) per working day until the project is completed.

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1.4 WATER LINE INSTALL

1.4.1 The proposed 8-inch water line shall be placed on 6-inches of man sand. The pipes shall be backfilled with man sand 1-foot above the proposed pipes. A granular subbase shall be placed from the top of the man sand to bottom of the modified subbase. See “Sheet B.01” in “Appendix A” for more specific information.

1.4.2 The contractor has the option to remove and stockpile the existing pea gravel landscape stone. The contractor may reuse and replace the pea gravel if it is free of debris and soil. If the contractor elects to use new pea gravel material, it must be the same gradation and color of the existing material. The contractor will be responsible for the removing of the existing material if it is not reused.

1.4.3 The contractor has the option to remove and stockpile the existing river rock landscape stone. The contractor may reuse and replace the river rock if it is free of debris and soil. If the contractor elects to use new river rock material, it must be the same gradation and color of the existing material. The contractor will be responsible for the removing of the existing material if it is not reused.

1.4.4 Granular stabilization is a part of the project as a contingency bid item. The determination of whether to use Modified Macadam Stone shall be made by the project COR or project engineer after the grade has been set and a proof roll has been performed. Work shall not progress until all required compaction testing reports are submitted to the COR by the contractor, or their testing subcontractor, and approved by the COR. Use macadam material gradation 13 except that it shall not be screened over the ¾” or 1.0” screen, see “Sheet B.02” in “Appendix B” for the gradation table. This material is to be used as subgrade stabilization material.

The COR and / or project engineer reserves the right to use it at any location at any point for any reason during the project. The bid item shall include excavation, hauling and disposal of the excavated material. The contractor shall include all labor, equipment, hauling and materials necessary for the subgrade stabilization.

1.4.5 Rock excavation is a contingent bid item to be used if any bedrock is encountered during construction. The bid item shall include all labor, material and equipment required to remove and haul of rock encountered during the project. The contractor shall notify the COR when rock is encountered in the field. The contractor shall notify the COR when a truck is loaded with rock material to be counted and removed as rock excavation. The COR reserves the right to see all trucks before hauling off material. A typical tandem dump truck will be counted as 8 CY.

1.4.6 Compaction testing is required for this project. The contractor is responsible for compaction testing and shall be performed by an independent testing agency hired by the contractor.

1.4.7 All disturbed areas shall be hydraulic seeded, fertilized and mulched. A native grass seed mix shall be applied to all green space from station 115+00.00 to station 125+62.35. If construction ceases due to inclement weather, the contractor shall apply a temporary cool seed mix and cover to prevent erosion on exposed areas. The seed window for the native grass mix is from April 1st to June 30th.

Seed windows for a permanent seed type 6 application apply between March 1st

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1.4.8 Reinstall existing signage and apply traffic striping and symbols.

1.4.9 All disturbed green space areas shall receive 6-inches of topsoil. Topsoil shall be free of organic and rock material.

1.4.10 The contractor shall follow the plan sheets of “Appendix B.”

1.5 DRAWINGS:

1.5.1 The civil and electrical design plans for this project are attached to this Statement of Work in “Appendix B.”

1.6 SPECIFICATIONS

1.6.1 The contractor shall perform all civil work in accordance with the 2026 version of the Iowa State Urban Design and Specifications Program (SUDAS). The specifications can be found at the following website https://iowasudas.org/manuals/specifications-manual/. The contractor shall also follow the submittal procedures laid out in Appendix A.

1.6.2 All other work activities shall be performed in accordance with the Specifications in Appendix A.

1.6.3 All traffic control shall be in accordance with the Federal Highway Administration’s (FHWA) Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (2023 with Rev 1) (MUTCD).

1.6.4 Notify the KO/COR immediately in writing if there is a discrepancy between the specifications and the referenced codes. If the Contractor fails to notify the KO/COR regarding conflicts within these documents, the more stringent requirements shall apply as determined by the KO/COR.

1.7 SUBMITTALS

1.7.1 Refer to the Shop Drawing Submittal Register in the Specifications in Appendix

A.

https://iowasudas.org/manuals/specifications-manual/

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2. PART TWO: GENERAL INFORMATION

2.1 COMMENCEMENT, PROSECUTION, AND COMPLETION OF WORK:

2.1.1 The Contractor shall be required to (a) commence physical work under this contract within 45 working days after the date the Contractor receives the notice to proceed, (b) prosecute the work diligently, and (c) complete the entire work ready for use not later than 180 working days after receipt of the notice to proceed. Contractor submission of all closeout documentation is also included within this timeline. The time stated for completion shall include final cleanup of the premises.

2.2 SPECIAL CONDITIONS:

2.2.1 Staging Area: The construction area may be used as a staging area. Any additional staging area requires coordination with the KO/COR.

2.2.2 Construction Schedule and Closure Periods: The Construction Schedule shall be submitted to the KO/COR for approval in accordance with the SOW.

2.2.3 Access and Working Hours: Standard work hours for this project are 5:30 am on

Monday to 5:00 pm on Friday. The contractor’s schedule may deviate from these hours when approved by the KO/COR. The Federal Holidays are: New Year’s Day, January 1; Martin Luther King Day, 3rd Monday in January; President’s Day, 3rd Monday in February, Memorial Day, last Monday in May; Juneteenth, June 19; Independence Day, July 4; Labor Day, 1st Monday in September;

Columbus Day, 2nd Monday in October; Veteran’s Day, November 11, Thanksgiving Day, 4th Thursday in November; Christmas Day, December 25. If a holiday falls on Saturday, the preceding Friday is a holiday. If a holiday falls on Sunday, the following Monday is a holiday.

2.2.4 Miscellaneous: All site condition information provided by the Government shall be field verified by the contractor.

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3 PART THREE: SECURITY

3.1 OPERATIONS SECURITY (OPSEC) REVIEW: In order to perform the project the contractor must do the following:

3.1.1 AT Level I training. This standard language is for contractor employees with an area of performance within an Army controlled installation, facility or area. All contractor employees, to include sub-contractor employees, requiring access to Army installations, facilities and controlled access areas shall complete AT Level I awareness training within 30 calendar days after contract start date or effective date of incorporation of this requirement into the contract, whichever is applicable. The contractor shall submit certificates of completion for each affected contractor employee and sub-contractor employee, to the COR or to the contracting officer, if a COR is not assigned, within 5 calendar days after completion of training by all employees and sub-contractor personnel. AT level I awareness training is available at the following website: http://jko.jten.mil

3.1.2 Access and general protection/security policy and procedures. This standard language is for contractor employees with an area of performance within Army controlled installation, facility, or area. Contractor and all associated sub-contractor employees shall provide all information required for background checks to meet installation access requirements to be accomplished by installation Provost Marshal Office, Director of Emergency Services or Security Office.

Contractor workforce must comply with all personal identity verification requirements (FAR clause 52.204-9, Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel) as directed by DoD, HQDA and/or local policy. In addition to the changes otherwise authorized by the changes clause of this contract, should the Force Protection Condition (FPCON) at any individual facility or installation change, the Government may require changes in contractor security matters or processes.

3.1.3 For contractors that do not require CAC, but require access to a DoD facility or installation. Contractor and all associated sub-contractor employees shall comply with adjudication standards and procedures using the National Crime Information Center Interstate Identification Index (NCIC-III) and Terrorist Screening Database (TSDB) (Army Directive 2014-05/AR 190-13), applicable installation, facility and area commander installation/facility access and local security policies and procedures (provided by government representative), or, at OCONUS locations, in accordance with status of forces agreements and other theater regulations.

3.1.4 iWATCH Training. This standard language is for contractor employees with an area of performance within and Army controlled installation, facility or area. The contractor and all associated sub-contractors shall brief all employees on the local iWATCH program (training standards provided by the requiring activity ATO). This locally developed training will be used to inform employees of the types of behavior to watch for and instruct employees to report suspicious activity to the COR. This training shall be completed within 30 calendar days of contract award and within 5 calendar days of new employees commencing performance with the results reported to the COR NLT 30 calendar days after contract award.

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3.1.5 All Training (iWatch/AT/OPSEC) will be face to face, provided by a level II certified ATO and OPSEC officer, conducted on RIA. Any conflicts with training locations/performance will be directed by the project COR.

3.1.6 Contractors, sub-contractors will be escorted by the COR in areas where they may be exposed to classified and/or sensitive materials. All contractor employees, including subcontractor employees who are not in possession of the appropriate security clearance, will be escorted in areas where they may be exposed to classified and/or sensitive materials. The Vendor will coordinate with the COR and/or the facility security office for access when required.

3.1.7 Building Stand-Off: All occupied buildings on Rock Island Arsenal require a 33feet stand-off by all vehicles and equipment. At no time will unoccupied vehicles, equipment or tools/toolboxes be left unattended within 33 feet of installation buildings.

3.1.8 All personnel requesting access to Rock Island Arsenal will only enter through a manned and operational Access Control Point and present a United States National or State issued identification that is capable of being scanned for valid entry. All contractor and contractor employees' vehicles, equipment, and packages are subject to inspection or examination (search) at entry/exit of the Rock Island Arsenal. Only authorized individuals that pass a screening and vetting process will be permitted access. All contractor and subcontractor personnel will be required to submit the required identification credentials and must receive a favorable background check as conducted through the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) Interstate ID Index (III) to gain access and work on the installation.

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4 PART FOUR: ROCK ISLAND ARSENAL SUPPLEMENTAL GUIDANCE

4.1 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

4.1.1 Contractor shall comply with Engineering Manual EM-385-1-1 “Safety and

Health Requirements Manual”.

4.1.2 Contractor shall designate a Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) in accordance with EM 385-1-1, Section 01.A.17. SSHO shall also be responsible for coordinating contract employees in the event of an emergency.

4.1.3 The following safety submittals are required prior to performing work:

4.1.3.1 Accident Prevention Plan (APP) (EM 385-1-1, Section 01.A.12)

4.1.3.2 Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) (EM 385-1-1, Section 01.A.15)

4.1.3.3 Emergency Plan (EM 385-1-1, Section 01.E)

4.1.3.4 Supplemental plans in accordance with EM 385-1-1 shall be required as dictated by the types of work being performed (e.g. Hazardous Energy Control Program, Hot Work, Hazardous Material Abatement)

4.1.4 The Contractor shall adhere to the most current requirements of NFPA 241, EM 385-1-1 and local Fire Department requirements as supplemented below. If a conflict between requirements occurs the most stringent shall apply.

4.1.4.1 Fires, regardless of size, will be reported to the fire department.

4.1.4.2 Contractor storage areas in RIA buildings shall be inspected and approved by the

RIA Fire Department prior to use.

4.1.4.3 Extinguishers for hot work shall be a minimum of 10 lb. ABC Type (UL Rating

4A:80B:C). Building extinguishers shall not be used to meet this requirement.

4.1.4.4 Contractors shall provide flameproof tarps or shields to protect combustible material during hot work.

4.1.4.5 Tar kettles shall not be located any closer than 20 feet to any building or 100 feet to an ammunition/explosive storage area.

4.1.4.6 The Contractor shall make requests in writing to the KO/COR no less than two weeks in advance for approval to connect to a fire hydrant. The contractor is responsible for installing the water meter/back flow preventer and providing their own hose, hose connections, and hydrant wrenches for opening/closing fire hydrants. The Contractor shall not use pipe wrenches, channel locks, etc. for opening/closing of fire hydrants.

4.1.5 Contractor shall comply with all emergency communication instructions provided through official channels to include the outdoor speaker system, building notification systems, direction by emergency service personnel, or the

KO/COR.

4.1.5.1 Upon award, the Government will provide further information regarding building points of contact, areas of refuge, and access restrictions.

4.1.5.2 Contractor vehicles and/or equipment shall not block fire department access, hose connections, alarm panels, access roads, fire hydrants, building safety features, etc. without prior approval. Requests shall be made in writing 30 days prior to the request and shall include proposed length of closure.

4.1.5.3 Contractor shall adhere to and follow safety policy as written in the latest editions of the National Electrical Safety Code and National Electrical Code.

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4.2 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION:

The Contractor shall follow all environmental requirements in accordance with this

SOW.

4.2.1 Compliance with Environmental Laws and Regulations: Contractor shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local environmental laws, statutes, regulations, executive orders, permits, Army regulations (with supplements), as well as Major Subordinate Command (MSC) and installation regulation, policy, Host Tenant Agreement, Interagency Service Support Agreement, or Status-of- Forces Agreement. Contractor shall immediately report any conflicts between applicable federal, state, local environmental laws, statutes, executive orders, and provisions of Army Regulation 200-1, and any specifications within this contract to the Contracting Officer Representative (COR).

4.2.2 Compliance with Green Procurement Requirements: Contractor shall follow Federal EPA Comprehensive Procurement guidelines (www.epa.gov/cpg) and Army Contracting Command Quick Guide (https://acc.aep.army.mil/accapps/ACCMAP/Documents/Quick-Guide-for- Sustainable-Procurement.docx) for acquisition of building materials and products and select materials that have a long life cycle; the least toxic materials;

recyclable materials; materials that are resource-efficient; materials with the maximum recycled content; materials harvested on a sustained yield basis; and products causing the least pollution during their manufacture, use, and reuse.

4.2.3 Compliance with License and Certification Requirements: Contractor shall obtain all licenses and certifications required by Federal, State, and Local environmental laws and regulations necessary to adhere to the specifications of this contract. The Contractor shall submit all plans, notifications, reports, submittal documents, and fees required by Federal, State, and Local environmental laws and regulations to the appropriate Federal, State, and Local authority and/or agency as necessary to adhere to the specification of this contract. All required licenses and certifications required by Federal, State, and Local environmental laws and/or regulations shall be considered a contract deliverable upon award.

4.2.4 Notification of Federal and State Regulators: Contractor shall immediately notify the Designated Government Representative (DGR) and COR of the arrival on site of any Federal, State, and/or DoD environmental regulator or enforcement agent and/or the receipt of any correspondence from a Federal or State environmental agency.

4.2.5 Inspections of Work Sites: Contractor shall submit to potential Federal, State, Army and installation work site environmental regulatory inspections and/or investigations into noncompliance, and fully cooperate with such inspections/investigations by providing the appropriate records and documentation. Environmental regulatory agencies are authorized by law to inspect any work site for environmental compliance with regulatory requirements. If an inspection is conducted, it will not stop or disrupt ongoing contract activities. The inspection will only require the work site environmental officer, or supervisor/manager to answer questions and/or escort the inspector to specific work site areas with the potential to affect environmental quality.

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4.2.6 Reporting Noncompliance: Contractor shall immediately report any nonconformance and/or noncompliance with applicable Federal, State or Local environmental laws, Army and installation environmental regulations or policies to the COR and DGR.

4.2.7 Verification of National Environmental Policy Act Documents: Contractor shall obtain from the COR or DGR a copy of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) environmental analysis and/or status of the NEPA review done if analysis was not required. NEPA review and analysis is done in accordance with Department of War National Environmental Policy Act Implementing Procedures, 30 April 2026, and addresses actions to be taken by contractor prior to and during commencement of contract actions. The NEPA process consists of evaluating the environmental effects of a federal action including its alternatives.

There are three levels of analysis depending on whether or not the construction activity or project could significantly impact the environment. These three levels are: categorical exclusion determination; preparation of an environmental assessment/finding of no significant impact (EA/FONSI); and preparation of an

EIS.

4.2.8 Assignment of Environmental Compliance Designee (ECD): Contractor shall appoint an ECD for all contract work periods exceeding 180 consecutive days.

Contractor shall appoint a primary and alternate ECD for each production, shop or work area that uses and/or stores hazardous materials and/or generates hazardous waste. Contractor ECDs shall monitor implementation of all environmental regulatory requirements, report all environmental noncompliance to the work site supervisor, correct all environmental noncompliance, and verify implementation of directed actions to correct identified environmental noncompliance. The contractor shall have at least one ECD on duty at all times at each shop or work area. Contractor shall require all personnel designated as ECDs to complete the initial ECD training through the installation within 15 days of the start of contract performance. Contractor personnel appointed as ECDs may perform other duties provided they do not prevent the performance of ECD duties. Contractors may request a waiver of this requirement through the COR and DGR, if using and/or storing very small quantities of hazardous materials.

4.2.9 Competency Training for Contractor Personnel: Contractor shall not allow personnel to perform any activities and/or tasks on installation without proper and adequate qualifications or job competency training. In the event of any identified noncompliance, the Contractor shall, if requested, provide proof of contract personnel training or qualification (individual name, training/qualification type, training/qualification certificate, and date of training/qualification) to perform those contract activities associated with the identified noncompliance.

4.2.10 Generation of Solid Waste: Contractor shall remove from the installation and dispose of all solid waste generated, which cannot be recycled to an approved and permitted off-post disposal facility.

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- Contractor shall make every effort to divert construction, demolition debris, and all other solid waste to comply with the Army Integrated Solid Waste Management Policy.

- Prior to removing any waste from the installation for disposal, the Contractor shall coordinate with the installation Qualified Recycling Program (QRP) Manager, DGR, and COR to arrange for recyclable materials to be removed and diverted from the waste stream.

- Submit in writing the quantities of waste removed and recycled to the DGR and/or COR on a monthly basis. The submittal shall include the date of disposal/recycling, the disposal/recycling facility, the types of material disposed/recycled and the quantities of materials disposed/recycled by weight.

- The Contractor shall establish a program to promote cost-effective waste reduction in all operations and facilities covered by the contract. This includes collection, separation, and processing products or other materials recovered from solid waste streams for use in the form of raw materials.

- The Contractor shall make maximum effort to reduce and prevent waste.

4.2.11 Generation of Hazardous Waste: Contractor shall assign all hazardous waste management responsibilities to the appointed ECD. Contractor shall contact the DGR and/or COR to obtain technical assistance from the Environmental Office for assisting the ECD with achieving and maintaining compliance with hazardous waste storage and disposal requirements. Contractor shall properly profile all waste generated as part of this contract to determine if any waste is hazardous waste as defined by 40 CFR. Contractor shall accumulate hazardous waste prior to disposal shipment in a satellite accumulation point at or near the point of generation or in a lessthan-90-day site, in accordance with Federal, State, Army, and installation regulation, policy, Host Tenant Agreement, Interagency Service Support Agreement or Status- of-Forces Agreement. The Contractor shall properly package the hazardous waste and complete the hazardous waste manifest, then take the manifest to DGR for approval and signature prior to removing any hazardous waste from the installation. Contractor shall contact DGR to obtain the installation’s hazardous waste EPA ID number for the hazardous waste manifest. The Contractor shall notify the DGR 24 hours prior to removing any hazardous waste from the installation. The contractor shall remove and dispose of manifested hazardous waste generated by contract activities from the installation to an approved off-post permitted hazardous waste disposal facility. The DGR shall assist contractors with profiling their waste upon request.

4.2.12 Use of Hazardous Materials: Contractor shall assign all hazardous materials management responsibilities to the appointed ECD. Contractor shall contact the DGR or COR to obtain technical assistance from Environmental Office for assisting the ECD with achieving and maintaining compliance with hazardous material storage, issue, use, and disposal requirements. Contractor shall submit to the COR and/or DGR a hazardous material inventory. The hazardous material inventory will be

14 | P a g e submitted 30 days prior to commencement of work for contracts that exceed 180 consecutive days. The inventory list will contain the hazardous material type and maximum quantities of materials anticipated to be stored on-site. The hazardous material shall be properly identified and include any applicable identification number, such as National Stock Number or Special Item Number. The Contractor shall maintain copies of Safety Data Sheets for all hazardous materials used and stored on-site during performance of the contract. Contractor shall not supply or deliver any hazardous materials or chemicals to an installation that are listed on EPA toxic chemical list without prior written approval from DGR and/or COR.

4.2.13 Prevention of Storm Water Pollution: The Contractor shall perform, track, participate, implement, and comply with storm water pollution prevention minimum control measures, protocols, and best management practices (BMP) and ensure that water quality standards are not violated in accordance with all regulations and policies as applicable to the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) general permit requirements.

- Applicable permits include:

1.) The General NPDES Permit for Storm Water Discharges from Industrial Activities (ILR00-1154).

• Contractors will comply with the permit when the activity is identified as a permitted industrial activity.

BMPs include, but are not limited to:

• Practicing spill prevention and good housekeeping.

• Installing and managing erosion and sediment control.

2.) The General NPDES Permit for Storm Water Discharges from

Construction Site Activities. The minimum control measures for construction sites include, but are not limited to:

- Public Education and Outreach on Storm Water Impacts

- Public Involvement and Participation

- Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination

- Construction Site Storm Water Run-off Control

- Post Construction Storm Water Management in New

Development and Redevelopment

- Contractors will obtain permit coverage for construction activities disturbing over one acre of land (total acreage is cumulative across all portions of the project). Requirements include, but are not limited to:

Preparing and implementing a site-specific Storm

Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) as outlined in the permit and prior to any soil disturbance.

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Installing and managing erosion and sediment control.

Make available, upon request, permit associated documentation.

Practicing spill prevention and good housekeeping.

Schedule inspections and provide corrective actions for noted deficiencies.

4.2.14 Storm Water Management Low Impact Design/Development (LID):

The Contractor shall perform, track, participate, implement, and comply with Section 438 of the Energy Independence and Security Act; Executive Order 13514; and the DOA memorandum (2010) for full implementation of low impact design/development (LID) techniques to restore predevelopment hydrology to the maximum extent technically feasible for both new and renovation construction projects. In support of LID, Contractors will adhere to installation landscape codes and the guidance found in the Installation Design Guide concerning Low Impact Design/Development for storm water management. The following LID practices include, but are not limited to:

• Restoring predevelopment hydrology to the maximum extent technically feasible

• Promoting natural removal of pollutants such as nutrients, oil and grease, and sediments from storm water

• Managing rainfall at the point where it falls

• Meeting the requirements of the MS4 permit

• Important Note: Utilization of permanent retention/detention ponds is prohibited without authorization from the Installation Planning Division.

4.2.15 Use of Pesticides: Contractor shall submit the type and quantity of pesticides to be applied, the application purpose, and location to the DGR and COR for approval 10 working days prior to the initial application. The Contractor shall submit the actual quantities applied via DD1532, Pest Management Report, to the DGR and COR within 2 working days (48 hours) after each approved application. The Contractor shall utilize Integrated Pest Management (IPM) technology and procedures in strict compliance with all applicable Federal, State, Army, and installation regulations, to include the installation's Integrated Pest Management Plan and DODI 4150.07. Pesticide applicators shall be certified and licensed by the State of Illinois in the applicable pesticide application categories. The Contractor shall provide evidence of personnel licenses and certifications to the Contracting Officer and the DGR prior to the initial application of pesticides. Only those pesticides registered with the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and approved by USAG-RIA Integrated Pest Management Coordinator shall be utilized, and then only in strict accordance with product labeling. The installation reserves the right to prohibit and limit the amount and type of pesticides used.

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4.2.16 Protection of Work Site Resources: Contractor shall confine all activities to areas defined by the drawings and specifications. Prior to the beginning of any work, the Contractor shall identify any land resources to be preserved within the work area. Except in areas indicated on the drawings or specified to be cleared, the Contractor shall not remove, cut, deface, injure, or destroy land resources including trees, shrubs, vines, grasses, topsoil, and landforms. The Contractor shall provide effective protection for land and vegetative resources at all times. Prior to site clearing and grubbing, the Contractor shall coordinate harvesting of saleable timber with the DGR and/or COR. Contractor shall notify the DGR and/or COR if any trees are required to be disposed or removed. The Contractor is not authorized to remove or dispose of any tree greater than 6 inches in diameter unless permission has been granted in writing by the DGR or

COR.

4.2.16.1 Bald Eagle Nest: There is a Bald Eagle nest located approximately 400ft to the east of the project area, at 41.515760, -90.522865. The government has determined in consultation with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service that the nesting pair has shown tolerance to construction activities between 330ft and 660ft from the nest. No General or Specific Permit for Eagle Disturbance is required for this work, so long as all construction activities are located at least 330ft from the nest, and the Contractor is authorized to perform construction activities at this distance. If site conditions require the Contractor to perform any construction activities within 330ft of the nest location, the Contractor shall notify the DGR and/or COR immediately, and obtain authorization from the DGR/COR prior to conducting such activities

4.2.17 Prevention of Spills: Contractor shall adopt the installation's Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures Plan (SPCC) if transporting, processing, storing, or in any way managing hazardous waste, hazardous material, petroleum-oils- lubricants, or other restricted items. In case of a spill, the person in control of the spill site or their designated representative shall take appropriate action to protect workers and bystanders; contain the spill (if it can be done safely); secure the spill site; restrict ignition sources;

and immediately contact the installation Fire and Emergency Services (Fire Department).

4.2.18 Protection of Sensitive Areas: Contractor shall comply with all installation designated sensitive and/or off-limit area restrictions. Sensitive areas are generally demarked indicating what activities (e.g., driving, digging, foot traffic) are prohibited. The Contractor shall also adhere to the following installation sensitive areas requirements:

- 18.1. Cultural Resources Sites: Do not excavate, remove, damage, or otherwise deface any archeological resource located on public lands.

- 18.2 Endangered Species Habitats: Do not initiate any action that may disturb, endanger, or damage to any degree the habitat of a threatened or endangered species.

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- 18.3 Wetlands: Do not excavate or take any action that could fill or damage any wetland unless working under a project specific Corps of Engineers 404 permit. Wetlands include streams, riparian areas, bogs, marshes, and swamps.

4.2.19 Corrective Action for Noncompliance: Contractor shall when given a verbal and/or written notice of environmental noncompliance or nonconformance by the COR, take immediate corrective action. Failure or refusal to comply promptly may be grounds for the Contracting Officer to invoke the appropriate contractual remedies. This may cause all or part of the work to be stopped immediately until satisfactory corrective action has been taken.

4.2.20 Noise: Make the maximum use of low-noise emission products, as certified by the EPA. Blasting or use of explosives will not be permitted without written permission from the Contracting Officer, and then only during the designated times. Pile-driving operations shall be coordinated through the DGR and COR.

4.2.21 Mercury: Mercury is prohibited, unless specified otherwise, and with the exception of mercury vapor lamps and fluorescent lamps. Dumping of mercury-containing materials and devices such as mercury vapor lamps, fluorescent lamps, and mercury switches, in rubbish containers is prohibited. Remove without breaking, pack to prevent breakage, and transport out of the activity in an unbroken condition for disposal as directed. Immediately report to the DGR and COR instances of breakage or mercury spillage. Clean mercury spill area to the satisfaction of the Contracting Officer. Cleanup of a mercury spill shall not be recycled and shall be managed as a hazardous waste for disposal.

4.2.22 Universal Waste / e-Waste Management: Universal waste including but not limited to some mercury containing building products such florescent lamps, mercury vapor lamps, high pressure sodium lamps, CRTs, batteries, aerosol paint containers, electrical equipment containing PCBs, and consumed electronic devices, shall be managed in accordance with applicable environmental law and installation instructions.

4.2.23 Pollution Prevention / Hazardous Waster Minimization: Minimize the use of hazardous materials and the generation of hazardous waste. Consult with the Environmental Office for suggestions and to obtain a copy of the installation's pollution prevention/hazardous waste minimization plan for supporting waste minimization goals.

4.3 ENERGY CONSERVATION:

4.3.1 Contractor shall operate all shops, buildings, structures, and areas included in the performance of this contract in an energy efficient manner to preclude waste of Government furnished utilities and fuels. Temperatures in all contractor areas will be maintained at specified RIA standards.

4.3.1.1 Compliance Requirements: Compliance with the RIA energy conservation requirements includes, but is not limited to:

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4.3.1.1.1 Training personnel to conserve energy by turning off unneeded equipment and utilities.

4.3.1.1.2 Use of lights only in areas where work is actually being performed.

4.3.1.1.3 Water faucets or valves shall be turned off after required usage has been accomplished.

4.3.1.1.4 Complying with water bans imposed by local, State, or Federal Agencies.

4.3.1.1.5 All engines in vehicles parked for more than two (2) minutes will be shut off.

4.3.1.1.6 Providing a designated representative for each building or area permanently occupied by contractor personnel, who may be contacted regarding unnecessary operation of lights, machinery, or heating/cooling systems.

4.3.1.2 Inspection Requirements. General area inspections for energy consumption deficiencies shall be granted on request. Any of the facilities operated by the Contractor may be inspected by the DPW Energy Engineer on a non-notice basis.

4.4 HAZARDOUS/SPECIAL WASTE DISPOSAL: Handling or disposing of hazardous or special waste generated by the Contractor in the performance of this contract shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. Manifests for disposal of hazardous waste shall be signed by the Public Works Environmental Office.

Handling or disposing of hazardous or special waste generated by the Contractor in maintenance of Contractor owned equipment shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. Contractor shall dispose of it at an approved site off RIA. All disposal procedures will be IAW Federal and State EPA regulations. A copy of any paperwork, including manifests, shall be forwarded to, Environmental Coordinator’s Office, RIA.

4.5 SPACE ASSIGNED/OPERATED: As required in performance of the requirements of this contract. Contractor shall be required to maintain such space (both assigned and operated) in a clean and orderly manner. Each area shall be equal to or better than when it was occupied by the Contractor. Any Contractor configuration changes to such space cannot be made without the expressed written consent of the Contracting Officer. All approved configuration changes will be made at the Contractor's expense. Conversely, the Contractor will, at its own expense, restore this space to its original configuration upon completion of the contract.

4.6 COMPLETION OF DD FORM 1354

4.6.1 The Contractor shall be required to submit a DD Form 1354. To ensure the proper use of this form, the Contractor shall meet with the Government representatives (Construction Office Representative and installation representative) prior to any demolition or construction to receive training and sample documents. A draft version of the form shall be prepared and maintained by the Contractor throughout construction and shall be made available to the Government upon request. Upon project completion, the draft DD Form 1354 shall be finalized by the Contractor to reflect all construction, repair, relocation, and demolition information. The final version shall then be submitted to the

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Government as a part of the final submittal package. PART SEVEN:

APPENDICES

5. PART FIVE: DEFINITIONS

5.1 One full working day will be charged for any weekday, exclusive of Saturdays, Sundays, or a recognized legal holiday, when weather or other conditions (not under control of the Contractor) will permit construction operations to proceed for not less than 3/4 of a normal workday in the performance of a controlling item of work as determined by the Engineer. If such conditions allow operations to proceed for at least 1/2 but less than 3/4 of the normal working hours, one-half working day will be charged. Working days will not be charged for Saturdays, Sundays, and recognized legal holidays the Contractor does not work. Working days will be charged for Sundays and recognized legal holidays the contractor does work. As an incentive to the Contractor to expedite the work, working days will not be charged for Saturdays that the Contractor does work. Upon written notice to the Contractor, the Engineer may suspend charging of working days on substantially completed contracts for up to 30 calendar days when only cleanup of the project site or minor work items remain. If the designated time has expired and the remaining work items and site cleanup remain uncompleted, the Engineer may restart charging of working days effective at the end of the designated period by providing written notice to the Contractor.

6. PART SIX: APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

6.1 The Contractor must abide by all applicable regulations, publications, manuals, and local policies and procedures. Any Contractor provided publications are to be procured and maintained at Contractor’s expense.

6.2 Contractor shall comply with RIA-DPW Master Specifications pertaining to this project. The applicable codes and standards shall include, but not be limited to, those indicated in the following sections:

6.2.1 SUDAS (2026).

6.2.2 Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Manual on Uniform Traffic Control

Devices (2023 W/ REV 1) (MUTCD).

6.2.3 Architectural Barriers Act (ABA) Standards.

6.2.4 Department of Defense (DoD) Unified Facilities Guide…