Attachment 2 - PWS.pdf

70Z08422QPTD00000 Attachment 2

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)

FOR

REFUSE/RECYCLE COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL SERVICES AT U.S. COAST

GUARD BASE SEATTLE

1.0 INTRODUCTION

1.1 The Contractor shall provide all labor, supervision, transportation, materials, equipment, disposal costs and all incidental and related work and service necessary to collect and dispose of all refuse/recycling except for regulated waste at the locations specified herein. The services shall be performed for United States Coast Guard Base Seattle in Seattle, Washington. The

Contractor shall perform in accordance with (IAW) this Performance Work Statement (PWS) as well as all applicable local, state and federal regulations, along with the policies and procedures of the selected landfill center(s).

1.2 The Contractor shall ensure that these services are performed in a manner that ensures the health and safety of federal employees and members of the public; and, both the sanitary conditions and aesthetic appearance of federal buildings.

2.0 BACKGROUND

2.1 The goal of trash removal at Base Seattle is to provide and maintain a safe, clean and healthy environment for all residents, military/civilian personnel and members of the public. To accomplish this mission, it is essential that the properties and facilities of the areas specified herein have qualified refuse collection and disposal services as required.

2.2 Hours of Operation

Normal working hours shall be Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., except for

Federal Holidays. Waste collection operations shall not be earlier than 6:00 a.m. and continuing no later than 3:30 p.m., unless otherwise approved by the Contracting Officer’s Representative

(COR).

2.3 Recognized Holidays

Routine work shall not be scheduled on Federal Holidays, or on other holidays or days of mourning declared by an Executive Order. When such a Federal Holiday occurs on a Sunday, it will be observed on the following Monday. If such a holiday falls on a regular workday the services shall be rescheduled in the same week to either the day preceding or the day following the holiday. The Contractor shall provide at least a two-week advance notice to the COR regarding the holiday week schedule change. Recognized Federal Holidays are: New Year’s

Day, President’s Day, Martin Luther King’s Birthday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor

Day, Columbus Day, Veterans’ Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.

3.0 SCOPE

3.1 The Contractor shall provide all labor, materials, services, equipment and supervision necessary to provide refuse/recycle collection and disposal services at USCG Base Seattle, Washington, IAW with this PWS, and the provisions and clauses listed herein. This service includes disposal of all refuse except for regulated waste as specified herein and as required by

Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations. In addition to the basic contract services, additional services may be ordered on an as-needed basis. The Contracting Officer’s

Representative (COR) will notify the Contractor when the additional services are needed.

3.2 Firm Fixed Price Work – CLIN X0001.

The Contractor shall provide all labor and equipment, including containers for collection, transportation, and disposal of refuse as described in the PWS. Immediately prior to pick up at each location the Contractor shall inspect each container to ensure that it is not contaminated with recyclables, hazardous material, or other matter outside the scope of that for which it is designated. In the event that a container is found to be contaminated, the Contractor shall not make that particular pick-up and shall notify the COR as to the location and reason for non-pick up prior to departing for disposal.

3.3 Requirements Work – CLIN X0002

ESTIMATED QUANTITY/UNSCEDULED COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL SERVICES-

Additional 40 cubic yard container for Bulk Refuse.

The Government reserves the right to request unscheduled pickups utilizing the Estimated

Quantity CLINs (X0002) in the schedule at the predetermined price as necessary to dispose of unexpected waste. The COR will notify the contractor when unscheduled pick-ups are necessary and provide the quantity required. At no time shall the Contractor exceed the quantity without a modification to increase the estimated quantity by the Contracting Officer.

CLIN NOTE: X indicates contract performance year.

Base Year Fiscal Year (FY) 22 – 00001/00002

Option Years: One/FY23 – 10001/10002, Two/FY24 – 20001/20002, Three/FY25–30001/30002, Four/FY26 – 40001/40002.

3.4 Types of Material

Materials to be collected consist of (but are not limited to): kitchen waste, paper, rags, cloth, cans, bottles, boxes, cartons, crates, worn-out household articles, newspapers and magazines, grass and other cuttings, tree branches and other articles of similar nature. Also included is construction debris such as pipe, concrete block, lumber and worn out furniture.

Materials NOT INCLUDED as part of this contract includes hazardous waste, explosives, bio-hazard waste, edible garbage or other salvageable material (when separated and identified by reasonable persons as salvage).

3.5 Definitions

Where "as shown", "as indicated", "as detailed", or words of similar import are used, it shall be understood that reference is made to this specification and the drawings accompanying this specification unless stated otherwise.

Where "as directed", "as required", "as permitted", "approval", "acceptance", or words of similar import are used, it shall be understood that direction, requirement, permission, approval, or acceptance of the COR is intended unless stated otherwise.

Applicable Law - All laws, regulations, rules, orders, judgments, degrees, permits, approval, or other requirement of any governmental agency having the organic materials that are enforced on the effective date and as they may be enacted, issued or amended during the term of this agreement.

Ashes - The residue from burned wood, coal, and other combustible material.

Bulk Items - Discarded appliances, furniture, tires, carpets, mattresses, and similar large items, which require special collection due to their size, but can be collected without the assistance of special loading equipment (such as forklifts or cranes) and without violating vehicle load limits.

Includes such items as furniture, TV sets, mattresses, scrap material, rugs, and otherwise not recyclable. It does not include abandoned automobiles.

Debris - Grass cuttings, tree trimmings, street sweepings, and any other vegetative items and will also include construction waste and any other non-hazardous or non-regulated materials.

Transportation - The act of transporting or state of being transported.

Collection - Accumulated refuse from any one pickup station at any one time, regardless of the number of refuse containers or other boxes, bundles or bags, etc.

Collection Station - Designated points where solid wastes will be placed for collection by the

Contractor; may also be referred to as “collection point”, “pick-up stations”, or “collection site.”

Commingled - Mixture of aluminum, glass, tin, bimetal, and plastic recyclables as defined in this section, which are placed in a common collection container.

Container - refers to refuse container and/or recyclable container; cans, drums, bins, dumpsters, or similar receptacles which can be handled easily and multiple containers, which can be handled by mechanical truck mounted hoists.

Contractor - The term “Contractor” as used herein refers to both the prime contractor and any subcontractors. The prime Contractor shall insure that subcontractors comply with the provisions of this contract.

Construction Materials - Roofing and similar materials associated with construction work.

Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) - The individual designated by the Contracting

Officer to monitor the contractor’s performance and to ensure all technical requirements are met.

Debris - Grass cuttings, tree trimmings, stumps, street sweepings, and any other vegetative items; also includes roofing and construction waste and any other non-hazardous or non-regulated materials.

Delivery - Placement of solid waste or organic materials by a generator in a receptacle and/or at a location that is designated for collection pursuant to the City's Municipal Code.

Discarded Materials - Solid waste or organic materials by a generator in a receptacle and/or at a location that is designated for collection pursuant to the City's Municipal Code.

Disposal - The process of spreading and covering in approved landfill or processing of waste in such a manner to reclaim, reuse, or compost.

Disposal Facility - Locations authorized or defined by Federal, State, or Local Governments to receive and dispose of refuse.

Garbage - Animal and vegetable waste (and containers thereof) resulting from the handling, preparation, cooking and consumption of foods. This does not include regulated garbage (wet, foreign garbage). Edible (or hog food) garbage is the portion of waste food which has been segregated for salvage.

Garbage and Trash Collection - An organized and systematic method of collection and transportation of garbage and trash from the designated pickup points to the site of disposal.

Generator - Any person as defined by the Public Resources Code whose act or process produces solid waste or organic materials as defined in the Public Resources Code, or whose act first causes solid waste to become subject to regulation.

Glass - All food and beverage containers made from silica or sand, soda ash and limestone, which include clear, brown and green bottles and jars. Neck rings, lids and labels may be left on.

This definition does not include broken glass, mirrors, or other flat-glass, dishes, drinking glasses, light bulbs, or any ceramic products.

Hazardous Waste - Defined by 40 CFR 261.3

Industrial Waste - Wood scraps, broken furniture, refuse, garbage, debris, all types of non-hazardous.

Leaves and Grass Clippings - Clean, uncontaminated, leaves and/or grass clippings free of wood, sticks, trash and garbage.

Metal - All types metal and aluminum that can be recycled to include large scraps and some food and soda cans.

Mixed Paper - All uncontaminated paper material including newspaper, corrugated cardboard, lightweight cardboard, junk mail, magazines, office paper, computer paper and shredded paper.

Not included is waxed paper, wax-coated cardboard, plastic coated paper or cardboard boxes contaminated with any residual food material.

Pick-Up Points (or Stations) - Locations designated by the Government where refuse is placed in containers and may be conveniently, efficiently, and regularly emptied or replaced by the

Contractor.

Premises - Any land or building in the City where solid waste, recyclable materials or organic materials are generated or accumulated.

Receptacles (or Containers) - Cans, drums, bins, dumpsters, and multiple containers or similar receptacles which can be handled easily either physically or by mechanical truck mounted hoists.

Recyclables - Materials used for their original intended purpose that still have useful physical chemical properties after service and can be transformed into new products or other purposes.

Includes any of the following listed items or combination of the following:

• Corrugated cardboard that can recycled

• Bottles glass or plastic

• Tin or aluminum cans

• Glass or Plastic number 1 & 2

• Magazines, paper bags, office paper, computer paper and newspapers.

Refuse - Includes all garbage, ashes, debris, rubbish, and other similar waste material. NOT included: explosive or incendiary waste, hazardous waste and contaminated waste from medical and radiological processes. Normal refuse shall not include rocks, earth, construction waste, large or heavy metal objects, large appliances, automobile body parts, explosives, chemicals, concrete, regulated garbage (wet, foreign garbage), other refuse of weights exceeding 80 pounds per object. MATERIALS CONSIDERED RECYCLABLE ARE NOT INCLUDED.

Refuse Collection - System of transporting refuse, including non-accountable salvage, from receptacles of identified locations and/or stations to the point(s) of disposal. Includes the hauling of garbage to the transfer station when required by the terms of salvage contract.

Rubbish - Variety of non-soluble waste material such as metal, glass, crockery, floor sweepings, paper, wrappings, refuse containers, cartons and similar articles not used in preparing or dispensing food. Rubbish is further subdivided into combustible rubbish which can be burned readily in an incinerator or burning pit.

Scrap Metal - All bulk ferrous and non-ferrous metals, including iron, steel, aluminum, bronze, and brass. Metal must be free of other material and all components must be broken down.

Solid Waste - Refuse and other discarded solid materials resulting from commercial, industrial, residential, and community activities. It does not include hazardous wastes, infectious/medical wastes, solids or dissolved materials in domestic sewage, or other significant pollutants in water resources such as silt, dissolved or suspended solids in industrial waste, water effluents, dissolved materials in irrigation return flow, or other common water pollutants.

Spillage - Any refuse dislodged from containers and/or solid waste collecting equipment in the course of collection and disposal.

Transportation - The act of transporting or state of being transported.

Yard Waste - Grass cuttings, tree trimmings, leaves, pine straw, limbs, and stumps.

3.6 Contractor-Provided Containers

The Contractor agrees to furnish the necessary containers in the areas designated for refuse as listed within this PWS. The metal containers, with the exception of containers over 10 yards in capacity, shall be fully closed, varmint proof and fire –retardant. Containers shall be watertight below the lid level and shall be replaced within 48 hours if any become holed. The containers shall be kept painted by the Contractor and maintained throughout the life of this contract by the

Contractor. A container that is not in compliance with the standards of the contract shall be repaired and/or replaced within 48 hours upon telephone notification by the Contracting

Officer’s Representative (COR).

3.7 Sanitation

Any vehicle used for collection and removal of garbage/refuse shall have a completely enclosed watertight metal container. All vehicles and equipment shall be kept in satisfactory condition, free from insects, orders, loose filth, and be well painted. No drippings of waste or hydraulic fluid will be allowed. The Contractor’s conveyance shall be kept covered in such a manner that only a small portion of the refuse content shall be exposed from time to time as the containers are emptied therein. Sufficient covering shall be provided to prevent the wind from scattering trash, garbage, or any debris collected from the vehicle onto the Coast Guard BSU Seattle and surrounding area. The handling of refuse, trash, and garbage as well as the character of implements, apparatus and personnel employed by the Contractor shall conform to the best sanitary standards used in the waste removal industry. The COR shall have the option to demand that any vehicle be cleaned and repaired if it fails to meet the above criteria prior to allowing it to be used in the collection process. Washing of vehicles shall not be performed on Coast Guard

BSU Seattle or surrounding area. The Contractor shall promptly clean up spillage of any garbage or trash. It shall be the Contractor’s responsibility to keep the pickup areas clean so that no insects or odors can be detected this includes any refuse in the immediate vicinity of any containers. Trash containers as specified in this PWS shall be kept clean and odor free by the

Contractor. It shall be the Contractor’s responsibility to prevent freezing of garbage or trash to the container or to remove it if freezing does occur. The Contractor shall remove from Coast

Guard BSU Seattle and thoroughly wash or steam clean any container that becomes objectionable due to filth, insects or odors as directed by the COR. If sprays are used, the

Government encourages the Contractor to use an insecticide/pesticide product designated as an

Environmentally Preferable Product by the EPA. No cost incurred by the Contractor to comply with directives from the COR to comply with the sanitary criteria outlined in this paragraph

(washing of trash containers, vehicles, etc.) shall alter the contract as awarded.

3.8 Equipment Operations/Vehicle

The Contractor shall at all times be responsible for the safe, clean, careful and efficient operation of his/her equipment and shall comply with all applicable regulations of Base Seattle. Speed limits as posted shall be adhered to on Base Seattle. The Contractor shall assume full liability and is responsible for any loss or damage to Government property caused by his/her operation.

The contractor assumes full responsibility for any and all damages or claims for damages for injury to person, property or equipment which might result from the service performed under this contract. Open box trucks, with or without canvas covers, are unacceptable for the collection of debris or bulky items. Collection vehicles shall meet all Department of Transportation and

OSHA requirements. The contractor’s name and phone number shall be clearly displayed on each vehicle. The Government reserves the right to inspect collection vehicles and to report to the contractor any vehicle that requires repairs or replacement. Vehicles not meeting the above requirements will not be allowed on Base Seattle for the performance of contract requirements.

All vehicles servicing the USCG Base Seattle must have in the vehicle the following required documentation and provide this documentation when requested by the Base Security Guards: (1)

Current Vehicle Registration, (2) Proof of valid Insurance and (3) Valid Driver’s License.

3.9 Work Schedule/Plan

The Contractor shall schedule work that will cause the least interference with normal occurrence of Government business. The Contractor shall establish a plan for vehicle routes and collection schedules to be submitted to the COR for approval within (5) calendar days prior to the start of the contract. Approved schedules shall be adhered to, and all proposed changes shall be approved by the COR and submitted at least (3) working days in advance. SEE SECTION 6.0 –

DELIVERABLES.

3.10 Post Award Conference

At least 5 days before contract start date, the Contractor/Project Manager shall schedule a pre-start meeting. This meeting will include the Contracting Officer/Specialist, Contracting Officer’s

Representative (COR), Environmental staff and other Base Seattle representatives to discuss and develop a mutual understanding relative to scheduling and administration of work performed under this contract, as follows:

• Schedule of the work

• Safety measures (safety plan)

• Inspection methods by the Quality Control Inspector

• Method of refuse collection

• Points of contact (phone numbers) in case of emergencies; and, a list of Persons

Employed under the contract.

• Coordination of access to the working areas

• Verification of the quantities and location of refuse collection areas

3.11 Licenses and Permits

The contractor shall obtain (without any additional cost to the Government) and submit as required the necessary licenses and permits required for the execution of the services for the performance of this work and shall maintain such licensing through the term of the contract.

Licenses/permits shall be obtained in accordance with the requirements of the municipality, county, and state of WASHINGTON and for complying with all applicable Federal, State and local laws. SEE SECTION 6.0 – DELIVERABLES.

3.12 Safety Requirements

3.12.1 Safety Plan - All work shall be conducted in a safe manner and shall comply with all applicable federal, state and local safety standards and requirements. The Government reserves the right to inspect for compliance with safety standards and requirements. The contractor shall develop and submit a Safety Plan (as part of the Quality Control Plan –

SEE SECTION 6.0 – DELIVERABLES) within 15 days after contract award, and shall updated plan as needed. The contractor shall ensure employees are familiar with the content and details of the Safety Plan. The contractor's Safety Plan shall comply with all

Federal and State laws, including OSHA and regulations set forth in 2 9 CFR 1910 and

29 CFR 1926 and in Commandant Instructions (COMDINTS) M5100.47 and

M11000.11. At a minimum, the Safety Program shall include the following:

• Compliance with Codes

• Assignment of Responsibility

• Safety Indoctrination and Training

• Inspections, Reports and Control of Hazards

• General Housekeeping and Cleanup

• Protection of Employees (Contactor & Government)

• Inclement or Destructive Weather Measures

All power equipment shall be operated within the safety parameters as defined by OSHA.

Equipment shall be operated with particular care when near pedestrians and especially near children. Equipment shall be in working, safe, and good mechanical condition to operate on

Coast Guard property. There shall be no visible oil or refuse spills on the road due to contractor carelessness or inadequate equipment.

3.12.2 Accident Prevention - In addition to addressing the aforementioned, the contractor shall maintain a record of property damage, accidents, and fires caused by the contractor or subcontractor employees. The contractor shall report the damages, fires or accidents to the Contracting Officer in accordance with Homeland Security Acquisition

Regulation (HSAR) Clause 3052.223-90 Accident and Fire Reporting (Dec 2003). The contractor shall comply with mishap reporting procedures found in the latest edition of

COMDTINST M5100, Safety and Environmental Health Manual. The procedures are for information and data gathering purposes only. The Government will supply the contractor with the necessary forms and instructions for completion of the forms. All mishaps shall be reported to the COR within 24 hours.

3.12.3 Results of Safety Non-compliance - If the contractor fails or refuses to promptly comply with safety requirements, the Contracting Officer may issue an order stopping all or part of the work until the contractor takes satisfactory corrective action. No part of the time lost due to any such stop order shall be made the subject of a claim for extension of time or for excess costs or damages to the contractor.

3.12.4 Hazardous Materials - The Contractor shall inform the COR of any hazardous materials (i.e. batteries, tires) found in the performance of this project and ensure they are not disposed of until coordinated by the Government Environmental Technician.

3.12.5 Damaged Equipment/Property - The contractor shall be responsible for restoring any damaged property or equipment caused by the contractor or the contractor’s employees. The restoration shall be to its original condition at no additional cost to the

Government.

3.12.6 Inclement Weather Schedule - The contractor shall collect refuse during periods of inclement weather. In cases of severe weather, the COR may authorize exceptions.

When exceptions are granted, the contractor shall make up all missed collections within

24 hours after the severe weather has terminated, unless the COR authorizes additional time.

3.12.7 Destructive Weather - Upon notification by the COR the activity is ordered to take precautionary measures to prevent damage by destructive weather, the contractor shall collect all solid waste and, as directed by the COR, temporarily relocate containers and/or appropriately tie-down containers for safety precaution. The COR will notify the contractor when such containers require return to their original location/condition. This service shall be provided at no additional cost to the government.

4.0 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS AND APPENDIXES

The Contractor shall comply with all applicable Federal, State of WASHINGTON, and local laws, ordinances, statutes, and regulations pertaining to the collection, transportation, and disposal of refuse materials and shall obtain such permits, licenses or other authorizations (at no additional cost to the Government) as may be required. The publications, forms, and regulations are mandatory and reflect versions that are current at the time of contract award. The

Government shall provide requested USCG publications, forms, and regulations to the

Contractor at the start of the contract period. The Contractor is responsible for obtaining all Non-

Coast Guard publications as needed. Supplements or amendments to listed publications from any organizational level may be issued during the life of the contract. The Government will provide follow-on requirements to the Contractor when changes occur. The Contractor shall maintain technical and reference materials and data supplied to the Contractor for the entire period of performance.

The Contractor shall comply with all applicable federal, state, local environmental protection and hazardous laws, statutes and regulations, as well as applicable US Coast Guard instructions, directives, attachments and exhibits listed in the table below pertaining to the services required herein and to the conduct and qualifications of personnel in performance of this contract. The contractor shall instruct and guide its employees regarding any directives provided by the Coast

Guard.

The contractor shall utilize safe products and equipment and qualified personnel to ensure the health and safety of all in compliance with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the

Occupational and Safety Hazard Administration (OSHA).

The Government will provide all publications listed upon request of the Contractor. Supplements or amendments to listed publications may be issued during the life of the contract. The

Contractor shall immediately implement those changes, which result in a decrease, or no change in the contract price. Upon completion of the contract, the Contractor shall return to the

Government all issued publications and unused forms.

Note: COMDINTS – Commandant Instruction

PUBLICATION TITLE

COMDTINST M11000.11B Civil Engineering Manual

COMDTINST M5100.47B Safety and Environmental Health Manual

COMDTINST M5100.29 Safety & Occupational Health Manual

COMDTINST M6000.1A Medical Manual, Chapter 7

COMDTINST 16478.1B Hazardous Waste Management

29 CFR (OSHA) Labor

29 CFR 1910.120 Occupational Safety and Health Standards

40 CFR Protection of the Environment

40 CFR 260 Hazardous Waste Management System, General

5 USC Sec 552a Privacy Act of 1974

PL 94-580 Resource Conservation and Recovery Act

5.0 TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

5.1 CLIN X0001 – Refuse Collection and Disposal at U.S. Coast Guard Base Seattle

The Contractor shall provide, deliver, place, service, and maintain three (3) 4-cubic yard containers and six (6) 8-cubic yard containers for Coast Guard Base Seattle. The containers shall be serviced between the hours of 7:00AM and 3:30PM three times every week on Monday, Wednesday and Friday at the locations listed in section 5.3. Immediately prior to pick up at each location the Contractor shall inspect each container to ensure that it is not contaminated with recyclables, hazardous material, or other matter outside the scope of that for which it is designated. In the event that a container is found to be contaminated, the Contractor shall not make that particular pick up and shall notify the COR as to the location and reason for non-pick up prior to departing for disposal.

5.2 CLIN X0002- Additional 40-yard Container, Bulk Pickup

The Contractor shall pick up and return an empty Contractor – provided 40-yard container for bulk items when contacted by the COR. The location of the container will be discussed when contact by the COR. The pickup shall be accomplished between the hours of 7:00AM and

3:30PM, Monday through Friday, no longer than 24 hours after being contacted by the COR for pick up with the exception of calls made before weekends or holidays whereas the Contractor shall schedule pick up on the next full workday following the call. The amount of additional pick-ups shall not exceed twenty-four (24) occurrences per year.

5.3 Location of Containers

The Contractors shall provide the appropriate size and quantity of containers at the following locations:

Location Pick-Up Points QTY Size of

Containers

A. Pier 36, Supply Building # 7 ONE 8-cubic yard

B. Pier 36, ATON Building #10 ONE 4-cubic yard

C. Pier 36, Administration Building #1 ONE 4-cubic yard

D. Pier 36, UPH Building #6; Pier 37 Berth C FIVE 8-cubic yard

E. Pier 36, Building #14 ONE 4-cubic yard

5.4 Relocation of Containers

There may be times when the Contracting Officer or Contracting Officer’s Technical

Representative (COR) will require the Contractor to relocate the containers. In this event, the

Contractor will be notified verbally or in writing by the Contracting Officer or the COR at least two (2) working days prior to the event. If a verbal request is made, the Contracting Officer or

COR will confirm in writing. The relocation will be at no cost to the Government. The

Contractor shall make every effort to relocate on a scheduled collection day to mitigate disruption to Government operations. The Government reserves the right to relocate contractor-furnished containers (at no cost to the Government), under emergency/special situations, or if the

Contractor does not relocate the container within the time specified (after the two (2) working day notice).

5.5 Inclement Weather Schedule

During inclement weather, solid waste shall be collected in accordance with the established scheduled, unless specific approval to delay collections is requested by the Contractor and approved by the COR. Such approval will normally be granted only in cases of particularly severe weather. When approval to reschedule collections is granted, the Contractor shall accomplish all missed collections within twenty-four (24) hours after the severe weather has terminated, this will be done at no additional cost to the Government. If all makeup collections cannot be made within twenty-four (24) hours, the Contractor shall resubmit a revised schedule to the COR for approval.

5.6 Destructive Weather

Upon notification by the COR the activity is ordered to take precautionary measures to prevent damage by destructive weather, the contractor shall collect all solid waste and, as directed by the

COR, temporarily relocate containers and/or appropriately tie-down containers for safety precaution. The COR will notify the contractor when such containers require return to their original location/condition. This service shall be provided at no additional cost to the government.

5.7 Waste Disposal

The Contractor shall dispose of all waste collected in accordance with applicable Local, State, and Federal laws and regulations. The Contractor shall be responsible for all fees associated with waste disposal. The contractor shall submit, within fifteen (15) calendar days after contract award, copies of disposal permits or other written documentation of approval and suitability of landfill or other final disposal methods.

5.8 Equipment Cleaning

Scheduled container/vehicle cleaning shall be performed at a Contractor furnished site off

Government property. Any containers removed for cleaning for more than four hours shall be replaced by a clean equivalent size container. Within fifteen (15) calendar days after contract award, the Contractor shall submit proposed container and collection vehicle cleaning schedule and procedures for the COR’s approval. SEE SECTION 6.0 – DELIVERABLES.

The method of cleaning, specific disinfectant(s), and proposed off-site cleaning equipment to be used shall be specified. Vehicles used for waste removal shall be washed and sprayed not less than weekly or more often if necessary to prevent obnoxious odors, prevent the attraction of vectors, and to maintain a neat and clean appearance. The contractor shall clean all containers used in this contract. The Contractor shall ensure that all Contractor furnished containers are free of flying or crawling insects and vermin. Each container shall be cleaned out at least once a month to surfaces. Special attention shall be given to remove all materials from seams and rolled edges.

5.9 Container Repair/Replacement

When directed by the COR, the Contractor shall replace or repair all containers determined by the COR to be unserviceable due to damaged lids, missing wheels, legs, lid-opening devices, rusted out bottoms, or unsightly appearance. The Contractor shall perform such replacements and repairs within two (2) workdays upon receipt of the written notification from the COR, and at no additional cost to the Government. When directed by the COR, the Contractor shall replace any container that the COR determines to be unsanitary. Such replacements and repairs shall be performed by the Contractor within one (1) workday upon receipt of the written notification from the COR, and at no additional cost to the Government. The containers used for wet garbage with clean, odor free containers at the locations and times, cited in this Performance Work Statement

(PWS).

5.10 Missed Pickups

The Contractor shall collect solid wastes at missed scheduled pickup stations within twenty-four

(24) hours after discovery by the Contractor's quality control program or notification by the

COR.

6.0 TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS.

6.1 CLIN X0001 – REFUSE/RECYCLE PICKUP FROM COAST GUARD BASE

SEATTLE. The Contractor shall make refuse pickups at Base Seattle between the hours of 6:00

AM and 11:00 AM three times every week on Monday, Wednesday, and Fridays, unless otherwise directed by the COR. The Contractor shall make recycle pickups at Base Seattle between the hours of 6:00 AM and 11:00 AM once every week on Friday, unless otherwise directed by the COR. The recycle container at the Galley will be for food type recycling (plastic containers, cans, etc.). The recycle container at the Warehouse Building #21 will be for paper.

If there is a change in schedule, the COR will notify the Contractor forty-eight (48) hours in advance. The Contractor shall service and maintain a total of (9) dumpsters to include; (6) 8-cubic yard containers and (3) 4- cubic yard containers at the locations listed in 5.3. Immediately prior to pick up at each location the Contractor shall inspect each trash container to ensure that it is not contaminated with recyclables, hazardous material, or other matter outside the scope of that for which it is designated. In the event that a container is found to be contaminated, the

Contractor shall not make that particular pick up and shall notify the COR as to the location and reason for non-pick up prior to departing for disposal.

6.2. CLIN X0002 – 40 CUBIC YARD BULK REFUSE CONTAINER DELIVERY AND

REMOVAL

The contractor shall provide ONE (1) 40 cubic-yard [40 CY] BULK roll-off container/dumpster per request by the COR.

A wide variety of bulk solid waste will be deposited and collected in the contractor-furnished Roll-on/Roll-off container. The Government will not overfill the bulk container. The volume of refuse deposited in the container will be limited to the height

(sides) of the container.

OFFICE FURNITURE consisting of large “bulk” items will be the primary type of refuse in these containers.

Bulk solid waste may include, but not limited to, discarded furniture, office equipment, mattresses, lumber, packing cartons, appliances, and construction debris. All of any combination of the above may be placed into the same container. The contractor shall place all bulk items that are within 10 feet of/adjacent to the 40 cubic yard container into the container. All material collected by the Contractor from these containers is the Contractor’s responsibility to dispose at an off-site disposal facility. The Contractor shall be responsible for all fees associated with bulk refuse disposal to include disposal fees and/or tipping fees. No additional invoice charges for refuse disposal fees of any type shall be allowed other that those indicated in the Schedule of

Supplies and Services (Price Schedule)

Contractor-furnished containers shall be in good, serviceable condition, free of excessive rust, dents. And similar damage. The contractors name and/or business logo shall be stenciled or otherwise properly affixed to both sides of the containers.

The COR shall notify the contactor when the 40-CY bulk container is full and requires removal/emptying. The contractor shall respond within 2 business days of COR notification.

Delivery location and collections for these containers will be coordinated and directed by the

COR and shall be made at the time specified.

6.3 Location of Containers

The containers are located next to or near the building/facilities identified below. These containers shall be serviced at the following locations every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, for Trash and every Tuesday and Friday for recycle, unless directed by the COR between the hours of 6:00 AM and 11:00 AM:

Location Pick-Up Points # of 8-cubic yard

Containers

# of 4-cubic yard

Containers

A. Pier 36, Supply Building # 7 ONE _

B. Pier 36, ATON Building #10 _ ONE

C. Pier 36, Administration Building

#10

_ ONE

D. Pier 36, Building #6; Pier 37

BerthC

FIVE _

E. Pier 36, Building #14 _ ONE

6.4 Relocation of Containers

There may be times when the Contracting Officer or Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) will require the Contractor to relocate the containers. In this event, the Contractor will be notified verbally or in writing by the Contracting Officer or the COR at least two (2) working days prior to the event. If a verbal request is made, the Contracting Officer or COR will confirm in writing. The relocation will be at no cost to the Government. The Contractor shall make every effort to relocate on a scheduled collection day to mitigate disruption to Government operations. The Government reserves the right to relocate contractor-furnished containers (at no cost to the Government), under emergency/special situations, or if the Contractor does not relocate the container within the time specified (after the two (2) working day notice).

6.5 Inclement Weather Schedule

During inclement weather, solid waste shall be collected in accordance with the established schedule unless specific approval to delay collections is requested by the Contractor and approved by the COR. Such approval will normally be granted only in cases of particularly severe weather. When approval to reschedule collections is granted, the Contractor shall accomplish all missed collections within twenty-four (24) hours after the severe weather has terminated; this will be done at no additional cost to the Government. If makeup collections cannot be made within twenty-four (24) hours, the Contractor shall resubmit a revised schedule to the COR for approval.

6.6 Waste Disposal

The Contractor shall dispose of all waste collected in accordance with applicable Local, State, and Federal laws and regulations. The Contractor shall be responsible for all fees associated with waste disposal. The contractor shall submit, within fifteen (15) calendar days after contract award, copies of disposal permits or other written documentation of approval and suitability of landfill or other final disposal methods.

6.7 Equipment Cleaning

Scheduled container/vehicle cleaning shall be performed at a Contractor furnished site off

Government property. Any containers removed for cleaning for more than four hours shall be replaced by a clean equivalent size container. The method of cleaning, specific disinfectant(s), and proposed off-site cleaning equipment to be used shall be specified. Vehicles used for waste removal shall be washed and sprayed not less than weekly or more often if necessary to prevent obnoxious odors, prevent the attraction of vectors, and to maintain a neat and clean appearance.

The contractor shall clean all containers listed in this contract. All waste and any residue shall be cleaned from all surfaces. Special attention shall be given to remove all materials from seams and rolled edges.

7.0 DELIVERABLES

The Contractor shall submit the following reports and other deliverables as identified below.

Deliverable Frequency No. of Copies and to

Whom

Date Required

Corporate Experience One With Proposal

Quality Control Plan Updated as Needed Two With Proposal

Certificate of Insurance as required by FAR

52.228-5

Annually One-Contracting Officer With Proposal if available, but no later than 10 days after award

Work Plan Updated as Needed One-COR Within 5 calendar days prior to start of contract

Contractor shall provide authorization/license to conduct solid waste operations in the State of

California or by the local authority having jurisdiction. This requirement shall be updated each option year.

8.0 CONTRACTOR PERSONNEL

8.1 The Contractor shall be responsible for managing the total work effort associated with the operation, refuse collection, disposal, management, quality control and other services required herein to ensure fully adequate and timely completion of these services. Included in this function shall be a full range of management duties including, but not limited to, overall project management, planning, scheduling, cost accounting, report preparation, supervising, establishing and maintaining records and inventories, quality control, and all related work. The Contractor shall maintain adequate personnel with the necessary management and supervisory expertise on staff to ensure the contract work performance requirements.

8.1.1 The contractor shall provide the name and contact number for a Qualified

Individual fully competent in all aspects of this PWS who deals directly with the COR.

This person must have decision making authority in all contract matters. The Contractor shall furnish a sufficient number of competent and qualified personnel to accomplish the services identified in this contract. Record of current certifications must be retained by the Contractor and shall be made available to the Contracting Officer upon request.

8.1.2 The Contractor shall comply with all federal, state, and local laws regarding licenses, certifications, training, etc., of employees performing the specified services.

8.1.3 The Contractor shall train personnel properly in performance of work in accordance with tasks and methods outlined herein.

8.1.4 The Contractor shall prevent general carelessness in operations and abuse of facilities, and shall instruct employees to abide by safety rules and regulations for protection of employees, tenants, visitors and themselves.

8.2 Equipment Operations

Contractor personnel operating automotive, construction, weight handling, material handling or miscellaneous equipment shall be properly qualified and licensed. The Contractor is responsible for ensuring personnel operating such equipment have been properly trained. Training shall be documented and available for review by the Contracting Officer. Personnel shall have the appropriate licenses in their possession when operating vehicles under this contract. Operators shall exercise due care while operating equipment and execute appropriate pre-operation and operational checks of equipment as required by Industry Standards.

8.3 Safety

The Contractor shall ensure that work performed under this contract is conducted in strict regard for safety of workers and others who might be affected by the work. The Contractor shall be responsible for compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws as well as all applicable standards and regulations established by the Occupational Safety and Health

Administration (OSHA). Compliance with the most stringent regulation applicable to the work from the above guidelines shall be the sole responsibility of the Contractor.

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