Attachment 1 - Statement of Work - 70B03C26Q00000171.pdf

STATEMENT OF WORK

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Narcotics Destruction

1. Background:

U.S Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Fines, Penalties and Forfeitures (FP&F), Seized Property Office at the San Diego Field (SDFO) and Los Angeles Field Offices (LAFO) are responsible for providing management and oversight of seized property at the U.S. ports of entry in and around the San Diego and Los Angeles areas of responsibility respectively. Seized Property is governed by the Seized Asset Management Enforcement Procedures Handbook (SAMEPH) which mandates CBP Officers to witness the destruction of all seized Narcotics and Controlled Substances within 30 days of issuance of a disposal order.

CBP FP&F for SDFO has a mission critical requirement for the safe and regulatory compliant destruction of illegal drugs, substances, illicit goods, and contraband seized by law enforcement personnel. The contractor shall allow CBP components into the facility to witness the destruction of seized narcotics and other seized material in an environmentally safe disposal system.

It is important to note that CBP stores the aforementioned items, but that the exact quantity and specification of goods is indeterminate. The capacity and capability of CBP’s storage facilities to store seized items is dependent on operational tempo, and the frequency and need for destruction of items will fluctuate based on those factors. Upon reaching capacity at CBP’s storage facilities, CBP will determine when a purge of goods is necessary and will contact the Contractor to set up a delivery for incineration services to be rendered.

2. Scope:

2.1 To seek a certified incineration facility capable of safely incinerating illicit and illegal goods, materials and contraband (hereinafter referred to as “materials”) to a state of complete incineration or rendered useless. Completely Incinerated Narcotics are considered narcotics incinerated to a point that the ash generated from the narcotics incineration process no longer holds any composite of drugs.

2.2 Definition of Terms:

Hard Narcotics are Cocaine, Heroin, and Methamphetamine whether dry or wet; and must reach 1,800 degrees Fahrenheit to be considered completely incinerated. High British Thermal Unit (BTU) is temperature of 1,800 degrees Fahrenheit or higher. Soft Narcotics includes Marijuana, Hashish, Steroids, Opiates, and Khat.

3. Applicable Documents:

3.1. All applicable state and Federal EPA air quality laws, rules and regulations, CBP Seized Asset Management and Enforcement Procedures Handbook (SAMEPH)

Attachment 1 - Statement of Work

3.2. CIS HB 4400-01B, Chapter 7 Incineration

3.3. U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Standards, Personal Protective Equipment

4. Specific Tasks/Requirements:

Burn Process

a. Historically, CBP averages 10 required burns each year to maintain space in the storage facility. However, at times CBP may require fewer or additional burns depending on storage capacity and operational tempo.

b. The contractor must be capable of providing incineration services for the following materials listed in Table 1. Due to the unpredictable nature of persons smuggling illegal material, this list is not comprehensive. Confiscated material not on this list are expected to be incinerated as well but will generally fall into one of the three categories. It is the responsibility of the contractor to be aware of their incinerators capability and to submit to CBP proof that the contractor’s incinerator is capable of fully destroying not only Hard and Soft Narcotics, but also all items listed in the table below.

TABLE 1

Contraband Packaging Materials Personal Effects Marijuana Cardboard Clothing Cocaine Wrapping Paper Belts Heroin Saran Wrap Shoes Hashish Aluminum Foil Electronic equip.

Opiates Duct Tape and derivatives Cosmetic items Khat Scotch tape and derivatives Paper Steroids Packing tape and derivatives Jewelry

Syringes Plastic evidence bags Cell phones Prescription Pharmaceutical

Grease/Oil

Liquid and non-liquid Methamphetamine

Wood materials

Liquid Cocaine Paper Products Analogue Drugs (powder, tablet, or liquid form)

Glass Materials

Fiberglass PVC Materials

c. The condition of the goods upon delivery for incineration is generally mixed. The contraband, packaging material, and personal effects will all be packaged together for incineration in either bags or pallets. These items may be soaked in gasoline or other flammable and possibly hazardous substances. The contractor must have the ability to destroy this mixture of goods for incineration.

d. The Local Designated Agency Representative (LDAR) is authorized to schedule services via email or phone when a burn is needed, at least two weeks in advance.

e. CBP shall be in control of transport of all goods to incineration facility. On the date incineration services are to be rendered, CBP shall require vehicle parking for up to six (6) government vehicles and two (2) 16 – 24 ft. truck.

f. Contractor will provide sufficient personnel to direct or assist the movement or loading of the items through their facility and into the incineration facility. Due to the sensitive nature of the property, CBP is responsible for all labor.

g. The actual unloading of goods of vehicles and loading of goods into the contractor’s incinerator shall only be done by CBP Personnel. This requires that all CBP personnel, including armed officers shall be given unrestricted access to the contractor’s entire facility, including the grounds outside the facility during the incineration process. The operation of the incinerator must be done by the contractor’s personnel. CBP prefers goods not be commingled with goods from any other source for security reasons.

h. The contractor must have staff on site during incineration of CBP goods to address mechanical problems with the incinerator immediately should any occur.

i. No other customers or materials will enter the area where the CBP incineration work is taking place. Only those Contractor employees specifically tasked with assisting CBP will be in the area.

j. Upon completion of the incinerators burn cycle, the contractor shall allow CBP personnel to perform an inspection of the remains. Any partially incinerated goods must be recycled through the incinerator by the Contractor and burned until they are deemed “completely incinerated” goods or completely rendered useless goods. Only those narcotics designated by the CBP team leader will be pulled for re-processing, and only under CBP direct supervision.

k. The Contractor shall be responsible for disposing of all ashes from incineration in accordance with the regulatory compliant and industry practices.

l. The contractor shall be responsible for disposing of all residual waste and/or ashes after incineration in accordance with State and Federal Law.

Facility:

a. The Contractor shall provide the use of their waste incineration facility to CBP officers to enable the incineration of materials that are seized in the performance of their duties. The facility will remain open until the completion of the incineration project and the CBP team leader is satisfied with incineration integrity. The Contractor shall prohibit public access to the incinerator and work area during CBP projects. Facility administrative personnel shall have limited access on an as-needed basis.

b. The facility must have all required permits and licenses and meet state and federal EPA certification standards for operation. These will be made available to CBP upon request. The Contractor shall ensure that the incineration is conducted with no fumes, odors and/or smoke in accordance with EPA requirements. The Contractor will hold and keep current all required licenses, permits or certifications required by law. The Contractor must provide proof of the appropriate state/federal license and permits to the COR upon request. The facility must be located in a geographical area where emergency responders including police, fire and EMTs can reach the location. The Contractor will be responsible for operating the incineration facility and any conveyor or transportation equipment on the incineration facility. CBP materials will not be commingled with other type of material during the incineration process.

c. The facility must be located within a 1500-mile radius from the departure location listed below:

Otay Mesa Port of Entry 9495 Customshouse Plaza San Diego, CA 92154

Incinerator:

The incinerator must burn the materials at a minimum temperature range of 1800 to 2000 degrees Fahrenheit. The incinerator must be capable of completely incinerating materials and packaging for a minimum of 6,000 lbs. of material per hour.

Other Technical Requirements:

a. The contractor shall provide a safety walkthrough advising all CBP personnel of any areas of safety concern and all areas where safety equipment is located at a minimum the first time CBP personnel renders service at the contractor’s facility. Other times beyond that shall be upon request by the CBP personnel on site or the CBP POC’s for this contract action. The contractor must also inform CBP personnel on site of the restroom facilities, designated smoking areas, and designated eating areas; these areas must be clean and in working order upon CBP’s arrival.

b. The Contractor shall address any mechanical problems with any operating equipment needed for the burn immediately if any should rise during the time of project. If mechanical obstacles arise, the contractor will promptly notify CBP, will provide the estimated duration of the obstacle, and offer any available alternatives/solutions (the crane) to reach the incinerator.

c. The Contractor shall provide truck scales capable of measuring weight of narcotics contained in transport truck at 35,000 pounds minimum capacity or balance weight scales capable of measuring weight up to 5,000 pounds and shall be calibrated per the manufacturer’s recommendations. The Government reserves the right to inspect all scales used in this work for proper calibration at any time during the period of performance. Upon completion of the incineration the Contractor will provide weight certificates for each vehicle transporting property for incineration. These certificates will show the incoming and outgoing weights and the difference between the two.

d. Contractor shall provide CBP with an emergency response plan that specifies response actions and notifications given in the case of an emergency at the contractor’s facility. The contractor shall also provide all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) necessary to the CBP personnel unloading goods and incinerating goods at the facility. The contractor’s facility and PPE must comply with OSHA standards. This PPE will be returned to Contractor upon completion of incineration services.

e. The contractor shall notify the CBP Point of Contact (POC) if unable to provide service at any time during the period of performance of this contract due to unexpected or unscheduled events. The contractor must also inform the CBP POC one calendar month in advance of any scheduled maintenance, downtime, or other planned event.

f. The contractor shall prohibit public access to its facility while CBP is conducting narcotics incineration. The contractor’s employee’s access to the CBP incineration work area shall be limited to the employees assigned to assist CBP with incineration.

g. All materials and equipment used in the performance of this work shall be used and operated in accordance with this Statement of Work, manufacturer’s specifications, drawings, and recommendations, and all current codes, regulations, and laws applicable to design, construction, transportation, and safety requirements.

h. The Contractor shall provide certified/qualified personnel to operate all machinery in a safe and professional manner.

i. The Contractor shall provide CBP employees access to the facility to confirm the proper functioning of the incinerator and the destruction of all materials.

5. Customs and Border Protection Responsibilities:

a. CBP will schedule an appointment for the incineration of materials no less than two weeks in advance.

b. Two business days before the incineration, CBP will email or fax a general description, package amounts and weight of the property to be incinerated.

c. CBP will provide sufficient personnel for the transport and security of the property for the entire destruction process.

6. Deliverables:

SOW Section Deliverable Due Date

4.12 Facility Proof of state/federal licenses, permits

and insurance Upon request of Designated Agency Representative (DAR)

4.14 Other Technical

Requirements

Safety orientation of facility After award

4.16 Other Technical

requirements

Weight Certificates (for truck scales or for all drums of materials)

Upon completion of the incineration

7. Government Furnished Equipment and Information:

CBP will transport the materials for incineration to the facility. CBP will provide sufficient personnel for the transport and security of the materials for the entire incineration process. CBP officers require full access to the production area that involves the incineration process to be completed.

8. Place of Performance:

The place of performance will be at the Contractor’s incineration facility.

CBP will be responsible for the transportation of goods to the Contractor’s incineration facility.

9. Period of Performance:

August 20, 2026 – August 19, 2031

Security:

The work described here will be UNCLASSIFIED, but Law Enforcement Sensitive and For Official Use Only (FOUO). CBP shall provide the security personnel which will be comprised of status CBP employees who will be present throughout the entire incineration process.

10. Special Considerations:

Changes to the SOW

No changes to this SOW or cost increases shall be incurred without written prior approval of the Contracting Officer as coordinated by the Contract Specialist. Any changes or cost increases will not take effect until the Contracting Officer executes a written modification.

Changes to Contract

Only the CO has the authority to approve and authorize any changes to the contract. No additional work or changes shall be carried out without CO approval and a formal contract modification. Any requests outside this statement of work shall be reported to the COR immediately.

Points of Contact (POC)

Contracting Officer

TBD

Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) To be assigned to each Task Order (TO).