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PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)

BELUGA WHALE EXPLOSIVE ORDNANCE DEMOLITION (EOD) SERVICES

At

JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, ALASKA

PACIFIC AIR FORCES (PACAF)

673d AIR BASE WING (673 ABW)

673d MISSION SUPPORT GROUP (673 MSG)

673d CIVIL ENGINEER SQUADRON (673 CES)

JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, ALASKA

26 January, 2026

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Contents

1.0 Introduction

1.1 Description of Services

1.2 Background

1.3 Basis for Requirements

2.0 Overview of Objectives

3.0 Scope

3.1 TASK 1: Management, Species, Beluga EOD Escort

3.2 TASK 2: Management, Species, Beluga EOD Escort: BOAT SUPPORT

3.3. Safety Requirements and Vessel Damage

4.0 General Requirements

4.1 Contractor Government Access Requirements

5.0 Deliverables and Schedule

5.1 Deliverables

5.2 Period of Performance

5.3 Project Schedule

6.0 Point of Contacts

7.0 Service Summary

7.1 Performance Evaluation

7.2 Service Summary Table

8.0 Acronyms

9.0 References

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PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

1.0 INTRODUCTION

1.1 Description of Services

This is a non-personal service contract to provide management, species, Explosive Ordnance

Demolition (EOD) escort and boat support in support of the U.S. Air Force and Joint Base

Elmendorf-Richardson’s (JBER) Cook Inlet beluga whale (CIBW) program. Installation policy requires EOD escort for all work in the impact area. The Contractor provides all management, personnel, vehicles, equipment, supplies, transportation, tools, materials, supervision, other items and non-personal services necessary to perform EOD escort for beluga whale (CIBW) work within Eagle River Flats (ERF) located on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson (JEBR), Anchorage, Alaska.

1.2 Background

Military training on JBER: The U.S. Air Force and U.S. Army, located on JBER, are mandated to train combat troops for global deployment. Part of the training requirements for the Army units currently stationed on JBER includes live fire training with high explosive (HE) mortar and artillery rounds. The only area on JBER approved for such training is the Eagle River Flats

Impact area (ERF). High explosive rounds do not always detonate when fired, resulting in the deposition of unexploded ordnance (UXO) in impact areas like the ERF. UXO are potentially extremely hazardous, and safe operation requires support from experienced EOD personnel.

Marine mammals common on JBER: The 673d CES has several ongoing CIBW projects requiring access to and movement across ERF, both on land and from a boat in the river. The projects concern three (3) species of marine mammals, the endangered Cook Inlet beluga whale, harbor porpoise, and harbor seal. These species make seasonal forays up to 4.2 km upstream, in

Eagle River, within the ERF.

1.3 Basis for Requirements

Requirement for EOD Escort in Duded Impact Area (e.g. ERF): Army Regulation 385-63 Range

Safety dated 30 Jan 2012 paragraph 1-9,c, (7) empowers the Installation Range Control Officer

(IRCO) to establish prerequisite precautions, such as escort by EOD or UXO-qualified personnel, for entry into an impact area. Pursuant to this Army regulation, the JBER IRCO, established the requirement for EOD escort for all work within ERF based on risk assessment, type of impact area, past activities of that impact area and historic requirement for access.

Endangered Marine Mammals: Conducting endangered and threatened species management is required by the Endangered Species Act, Public Law 106-65 (Military Land Withdrawal Act) as mitigation for the land withdrawal Legislative Environmental Impact Statement (LEIS) and

Public Law 86-797 (Sikes Act). Conservation measures aimed at protection of CIBW, and their habitat that were included in the JBER Integrated Natural Resources Management Plan (INRMP) allowed the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) to exclude Eagle River from the proposed critical habitat ruling (74 Federal Register [FR] 230). Threatened and endangered species are protected under provisions of the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended

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(ESA) (16 U.S.C. 1531 et. seq.) Additionally, all marine mammals are protected by provisions of the Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972 (MMPA), as amended (16 U.S.C. 1371(a)(5)).

Furthermore, Section 7(a)(2) of the ESA requires that each federal agency ensure that any action authorized, funded, or carried out by such agency is not likely to jeopardize the continued existence of any endangered or threatened species, or result in the destruction or adverse modification of any critical habitat of such species.

2.0 OVERVIEW OF OBJECTIVES

• Task 1 EOD Escort: Provide qualified EOD escort for CIBW work within ERF.

• Task 2 Situational Contractor Boat Utilization: Provide a boat on trailer for use in the event the Government boat is unable to perform necessary CIBW work.

3.0 SCOPE

3.1 TASK 1: Management, Species, Beluga EOD Escort

Contractor shall provide qualified EOD escort services, material, and labor for escort, surface survey, and identification (all referred to as Escort) of munitions and explosives of concern

(MEC) for ESA projects on JBER land, including areas with dense vegetation or shallow water

(up to 18 inches). Escort is also required for work in Eagle River, and the Contractor will perform this work through a combination of travel via boat (primarily) and land.

The Contractor shall provide all necessary EOD Escort support as a firm-fixed-price service, billed on a monthly basis. This service is priced under CLIN 0001. The service is based on an estimated annual workload of 90 missions and 10 cancellations, with the operational tempo varying by season and year:

• Active Season (approximately June- November): A period of regular and frequent field work.

• Standby Season (approximately December-May): A period of limited or no field work, where the contractor remains available if needed.

The monthly price shall remain fixed regardless of the number of missions performed in a given month. The exact dates and operational tempo will be coordinated with the JBER Technical

POC.

Methods: The Contractor shall provide EOD Escort to 673rd CES staff (including co-operators and volunteers working on CIBW projects by accompanying biologists into the field. The

Contractor is responsible for protecting these individuals from the health and safety hazards associated with MEC. The Contractor shall locate surface munitions and explosives of concern

(MEC) and subsurface anomalies to accomplish the ESA program task and reduce the risk from exposure to MEC. When the Contractor locates surface and subsurface anomalies, the Contractor shall inform the escorted staff, direct avoidance measures and retreat to a safe distance in accordance with (IAW) the approved deliberate risk assessment. The Contractor shall mark any identified MEC to prevent incidental access or ground-disturbing activities. The Contractor shall ride in Government‐furnished vehicles including highway vehicles, off road vehicles and watercraft and assist in the operation of these vehicles if requested. However, if Task 2 is exercised, the Contractor shall be required to ride in Contractor-furnished watercraft.

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3.2 TASK 2: Management, Species, Beluga EOD Escort: BOAT SUPPORT

The 673d CES and its co-operators primarily conduct CIBW work using Government-furnished vessels. Occasionally those vessels have mechanical issues and cannot be safely operated. If

Government-furnished vessels become inoperable due to mechanical or safety reasons, the

Contractor shall furnish a suitable vessel and trailer for CIBW work for up to five (5) days. This on-call vessel support is priced on a daily basis under CLIN 0002. The Government will furnish a tow vehicle, an experienced boat captain, and appropriate personal flotation devices (PFD’s) for 673d CES employees and co-operators (i.e. Contractor will supply PFD for Contractor personnel only). The Contractor shall supply up to 15 gallons of fuel per day of operation. Due to the specialized nature of the work and the unique natural hazards in the operational area, an experienced Government boat captain will operate the Contractor-furnished vessel.

Specific vessel requirements include:

• The vessel must be capable of safe operation in Knik Arm of Upper Cook Inlet, Alaska.

• The vessel must be capable of safely stranding (accidentally going dry) during an ebb tide.

• The vessel must be capable of safely maneuvering within a riverine channel at least

(approximately) 30 feet wide by 3 feet deep.

• The vessel must be capable of controlled, fine-scale maneuvers, both forward and in reverse, in heavy current.

• The vessel must be equipped with required safety items in good working order and be maintained in good working order.

3.3. Safety Requirements and Vessel Damage.

The Contractor must supply a seaworthy vessel, properly maintained and meeting all safety regulations. The Government reserves the right to inspect the vessel and can reject acceptance if the vessel lacks seaworthiness, proper maintenance, or safety. The Contractor retains the risk of liability for damages caused from pre-existing conditions or inadequate maintenance regardless of who is in possession of the vessel. The Government bears the risk of all other damages to the vessel while in its possession. The operation of this clause does not limit any other rights of the

Contractor or the Government available to either party under this contract.

3.4 Cancellation Policy

3.4.1 Definition of No-Notice Cancellation

A 'No-Notice Cancellation' is defined as the Government canceling a previously scheduled service less than 24 hours prior to the scheduled start time.

3.4.2 EOD Escort Cancellation Fee (Task 1)

In the event of a No-Notice Cancellation by the Government for scheduled EOD Escort services, a cancellation fee shall apply per the rate established in CLIN 0003. This fee compensates the contractor for one instance of cancellation.

3.4.3 Boat Support Cancellation Fee (Task 2)

In the event of a No-Notice Cancellation by the Government for a requested boat, a cancellation fee shall apply per the rate established in CLIN 0004. This fee compensates the contractor for one instance of cancellation.

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4.0 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

4.1 Contractor Government Access Requirements

4.1.1 The Contractor shall comply with applicable installation, facility, and area commander installation/facility access and local security policies and procedures. The Contractor shall also provide all information required for background checks to meet installation access requirements to be accomplished by installation Provost Marshall Office, Director of Emergency services, and/or Security Office.

Note: You may need to confirm if this is the updated process for the Defense Biometric

Identification System (DBIDS).

4.1.2 The Contractor shall ensure that its employees, entering JBER installations or facilities, have obtained access badges and passes in accordance with facility regulations and that these badges and passes are obtained in advance so as not to delay the accomplishment of services.

4.1.3 The Contractor shall return all issued installation badges, and/or access passes to the JBER

Technical POC when the cooperative agreement is completed or when a Contractor employee no longer requires access to the installation or facility.

5.0 DELIVERABLES AND SCHEDULE

5.1 Deliverables

Deliverables for all tasks are summarized below. The DOD owns all data gathered during this project; the Contractor may not retain or use this data without express permission from the JBER

Technical POC.

• Deliverable 1: Work Plan. The contractor shall write the work plan in collaboration with the JBER Technical POC. The work plan shall detail methods and a recommended field schedule.

• Deliverable 2: Field report. The Contractor shall write the field report in collaboration with the JBER Technical POC. The field report shall include a summary detailing the escort work for the season. Further details on report components will be discussed and agreed upon during the kickoff meeting. The Contractor shall deliver a draft report to the

JBER Technical POC NLT 30 calendar days after the end of the season and a final report due NLT 30 calendar days after receipt of comments from the JBER Technical POC.

5.2 Period of Performance

This contract has a base performance period of 12 months, beginning on the effective date of the contract award. The Government may extend the contract for up to four additional 12-month

Option years, potentially resulting in a total performance period of 60 months.

5.3 Project Schedule

The following table describes a generalized project schedule with milestones. This is an

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Milestone

Description General timeframe (all “days” are calendar days)

1 Kick off meeting (can be teleconference) NLT 30 days after agreement award

2 Present Draft Work Plan(s) NLT 30 days after kick off meeting

3 Present Final Work Plan(s) (Deliverable 1) NLT 45 days prior to initiation of field work

4 Provide Escort for field work TBD - (estimated May - mid Nov)

5 Provide boat for field work IF NEEDED

(Task 2)

TBD - anytime during open water season

6 Present Draft field report 30 days after end of field season

7 Present Final field report (Deliverable 2) 30 days after receipt of comments from

JBER POC

6.0 POINT OF CONTACTS

The Contractor shall coordinate with the JBER Technical POCs listed below and provide deliverables to the JBER Technical POCs.

JBER TECHNICAL POCs:

Mr. Christopher Garner

Biologist, 673 CES/CEIEC

Phone: (907) 602-0860

Email: christopher.garner.9@us.af.mil

Ms. Andrea Gilstad

Biologist, 673 CES/CEIEC

Phone: (907) 384-0276

Email: andrea.gilstad.1@us.af.mil

Ms. Kylene Lang

Conservation Chief, 673 CES/CEIEC

Phone: (317) 384-2440

Email: kylene.lang.1@us.af.mil

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7.0 SERVICE SUMMARY

7.1 Performance Evaluation

The purpose of the Service Summary is to define performance evaluation. The Performance

Objective describes what the Government will survey. Performance of a service will be evaluated to determine if it meets the Performance Threshold (PT) of the contract. When the PT is not met, the JBER Technical POC will document the file with a Corrective Action Request

(CAR) and forward these documents to the Contracting Officer for their determination if further action is necessary. The Government will evaluate the Contractor’s performance throughout the life of the contract by assigning the JBER Technical POCs to monitor performance and to ensure services are received.

7.2 Service Summary Table

The table below outlines the performance standards. The Government will use these standards, along with the other terms and conditions of the contract, to assess the Contractor's performance.

Performance

Objective

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Paragraph

Performance Threshold Method of

Surveillance

Provide

Qualified EOD

Escort

3.1 Escort is provided for 100% of scheduled and

requested field days. All escort personnel meet the required qualifications. Performance is considered unacceptable if there is any safety incident resulting from contractor negligence or failure to follow established safety protocols.

Periodic inspection by JBER Technical

POC; Review of daily logs.

Provide

Contingency

Boat Support

3.2 A suitable vessel meeting all requirements in

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Government notification. The vessel passes

Government inspection for seaworthiness and safety 100% of the time it is requested.

Inspection by JBER

Technical POC upon delivery of the vessel.

Deliver Timely

Work Plan

5.1 The Draft Work Plan is delivered NLT 30 days

after the kickoff meeting. The Final Work Plan is delivered NLT 45 days prior to the start of fieldwork and is acceptable to the JBER

Technical POC with no more than one revision required.

Review of submission dates and document quality by JBER

Technical POC.

Deliver Timely and Accurate

Field Reports

5.1 The Draft Field Report is delivered NLT 30

days after the end of the field season. The Final

Field Report is delivered NLT 30 days after receipt of Government comments and is

Review of submission dates and document quality by JBER

Technical POC.

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POC.

8.0 ACRONYMS

• CAC: Common Access Card

• CES: Civil Engineer Squadron

• CIBW: Cook Inlet beluga whale

• DOD: Department of Defense

• EOD: Explosive Ordnance Demolition

• ERF: Eagle River Flats

• ESA: Endangered Species Act

• FR: Federal Register

• HE: High Explosive

• IAW: In Accordance With

• INRMP: Integrated Natural Resources Management Plan

• IRCO: Installation Range Control Officer

• JBER: Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson

• LEIS: Legislative Environmental Impact Statement

• MEC: Munitions and Explosives of Concern

• MMPA: Marine Mammal Protection Act

• NLT: Not Later Than

• NMFS: National Marine Fisheries Service

• PFD: Personal Flotation Device

• POC: Point of Contact

• PWS: Performance Work Statement

• TBD: To Be Determined

• UXO: Unexploded Ordnance

9.0 REFERENCES

• Army Regulation 385-63 Range Safety, 30 Jan 2012

• Endangered Species Act of 1973 (16 U.S.C. 1531 et seq.)

• Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972 (16 U.S.C. 1371(a)(5))

• Public Law 106-65 (Military Land Withdrawal Act)

• Public Law 86-797 (Sikes Act)

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