Attachment 1 - Statement of Work.pdf

STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW)

1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1. Objective

The objective of this Statement of Work (SOW) is to outline the requirements for a specialized biohazard cleanup contractor (hereinafter "Contractor") to safely remediate, clean, disinfect, and dispose of bio-hazardous materials resulting from a severe rodent infestation within a designated area of the general-purpose warehouse storage facility.

1.2. Scope of Work

The Contractor shall provide all labor, supervision, materials, equipment, and personal protective equipment (PPE) necessary to perform a comprehensive biohazard cleanup. The scope includes:

• Removal, cleanup, and decontamination of rodent fecal matter, urine, nesting materials, and associated debris.

• Safe retrieval and disposal of any known or newly discovered deceased rodent carcasses.

• Complete disinfection and deodorization of the affected structural components, flooring, shelving, and immediate surroundings.

1.3. Period of Performance (PoP)

The Contractor shall complete all work required under this SOW within fifteen (15) calendar days after receipt of the formal contract award/Notice to Proceed (NTP).

• Phase 1: Mobilization & Site Prep

• Phase 2: Cleanup, Disinfection, & Disposal

• Phase 3: Final Inspection & Closeout

1.4. Hours of Operation

The Contractor shall perform all on-site work during normal operating hours, Monday through Friday, from 0700 to 1530 Eastern Time (ET), excluding Federal Holidays.

• Federal Holidays: The Contractor is not permitted to work on-site during the following observed Federal Holidays unless authorized in writing by the Contracting Officer (KO): New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday, Washington’s Birthday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth National Independence Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.

• Unscheduled Gate/Facility Closures: In the event of an unscheduled facility closure (e.g., inclement weather, security incident), any delay resulting from the closure will be considered an excusable delay. The Contractor shall coordinate with the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) to reschedule the work.

2.0 SPECIFIC TASKS & REQUIREMENTS

2.1. Areas of Performance

Cleanup remediation is required at multiple bay locations within Building 732 at the DLA Distribution Susquehanna PA site (New Cumberland, PA). Cleanup actions are needed on the exterior of stored packaged/palletized material, on lower-level racking structures, and on ground floor areas. Specific locations are as follows:

• Bay 2: 125.00 sq/ft

• Bay 3: 843.75 sq/ft

• Bay 4: 390.625 sq/ft

• Total Area: 1359.37 sq/ft (comprising 109 individual locations of approximately

50”x45” each).

2.2. Cleanup Procedures and Safety Protocols

All cleanup processes must strictly adhere to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines for the prevention of Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS) and all applicable OSHA regulations.

• Wet Cleaning Method: To prevent the aerosolization of virus particles, dry sweeping or standard dry vacuuming is strictly prohibited. All affected surfaces, droppings, and nesting materials must be thoroughly soaked with an EPA-registered commercial disinfectant or a 1:10 bleach-to-water solution prior to removal.

• Ventilation: The affected area shall be ventilated by opening doors and windows for at least 30 minutes prior to commencing cleanup activities.

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): All Contractor personnel must be equipped with and utilize appropriate PPE as required by CDC and OSHA guidelines for biohazard remediation.

2.3. Worker and Facility Protection (Containment)

The Contractor must ensure the protection of all non-associated warehouse workers and facility personnel during the remediation process.

• Containment Barriers: Establish a physical containment zone around the affected area using appropriate barriers and warning signage.

• Airflow Management: Implement negative pressure environments or other safe ventilation strategies as necessary to prevent the spread of contaminated dust or aerosols.

• Access Control: Restrict access to the containment zone to authorized and trained Contractor personnel only.

2.4. Waste Handling and Disposal

The Contractor assumes full responsibility for the proper handling, transportation, and disposal of all biological waste.

• Double-Bagging: All rodent feces, carcasses, nesting materials, and contaminated cleanup materials (including disposable PPE) must be securely double-bagged in heavy-duty plastic bags.

• Regulatory Compliance: The Contractor must dispose of all waste in strict accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local environmental and public health regulations for biohazardous waste.

3.0 CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCEPTANCE

3.1. Qualifications and Compliance

• Regulatory Adherence: The Contractor shall comply with all OSHA, EPA, federal, state, and local safety and health regulations pertaining to biohazard remediation.

• Training and Certification: Contractor personnel must be properly trained and certified (where applicable) in biohazard cleanup and the use of specialized PPE.

3.2. Security Requirements

• All Contractor personnel and vehicles are subject to search upon entering and leaving the DLA Distribution Susquehanna facility and shall abide by all security regulations.

• The Installation Commander has the authority to bar any individual from the installation. The Contractor shall remove any employee deemed by the KO to be contrary to the public interest or national security.

3.3. Final Inspection and Acceptance

Upon completion of the cleanup, the Contractor shall conduct a joint walkthrough with the Government’s designated representative to verify that all traces of the infestation have been removed, all surfaces are sanitized, and the area is safe for normal warehouse operations to resume.