Attachment 2 - W911WN26QA564 - Statement of Work (SOW).pdf

Upper Monongahela River

Insulation Resistance Testing (Megger Testing) Service

Table of Contents 1 General Information

1.1 General

1.2 Coordination Meeting and Points of Contact (POCs)

1.3 Scope of Contract

1.4 Location and Description

1.5 General Requirements

2 Location and Description of Service

2.1 Location

2.2 Description

3 Contractor Furnished Materials 4 Damage Reports 5 Security Requirements-AT/OPSEC

5.1 General Security Requirements and Guidance

5.2 Physical Security and Access Control Requirements

5.3 Pre-Screen Candidates Using E-Verify Program

5.4 Identification Of Employees

6 Safety Requirements

6.1 Accident Prevention Plan (APP)

6.2 Accident Hazard Analysis (AHA)

6.3 Emergency Response

6.4 Accident Reporting

6.5 Hazardous Material Exclusion

6.6 Unforeseen Hazardous Material

6.7 Hazardous Energy Control Program

6.8 Minimum Personal Protective Equipment

6.9 Designated Persons

7 Project/Site Conditions

7.1 Drawings and Cable Schedules

7.2 Verification of Field Conditions

7.3 Work Areas

7.4 Time of Performance

7.5 Period of Performance (PoP)

7.6 Site Visit: (Pre-Award): Prior to Quotes Submission

7.7 Protection of Government Property

7.8 Protection of Personnel

7.9 Report

Statement of Work

1 General Information

1.1 General

The Opekiska, Hildebrand, Morgantown, and Point Marion Lock and Dam projects are located on the Monongahela River between Dilliner, Pennsylvania and Fairmont, West Virginia. The Projects addresses are as follows.

Opekiska Lock and Dam – 1241 Opekiska Road, Fairmont, WV 26554-8612.

Hildebrand Lock and Dam– 1610 Hildebrand Locks and Dam Road, Morgantown, WV 26501-7643.

Morgantown Lock and Dam – 26 Morgantown Lock Road, Morgantown, WV 26501-2329.

Point Marion Lock and Dam – 304 Powerplant Road, Dilliner, PA 15327-9603.

1.2 Coordination Meeting and Points of Contact (POCs)

Prior to commencement of any work being performed on site, the Contractor shall participate in a teleconference with the Point Marion POC:

Point Marion Lockmaster – Mr. Dillon Mohr, (724) 705-4001, Dillon.Z.Mohr@usace.army.mil

1.3 Scope of Contract

The intent of this contract is to perform Insulation Resistance Testing (Megger Testing) on each identified conductor with respect to ground and adjacent conductors in a cable assembly.

The work shall include the furnishing of all materials, equipment, and supplies and the performance of all labor and all incidentals necessary to megger test conductors at the Opekiska, Hildebrand, Morgantown, and Point Marion Lock and Dam projects and provide post-test reports.

1.4 Location and Description

See Attachment 1 - Reference Drawings, Attachment 2 – Cable Schedule, and Attachment 3 – Photos. The required wires and cables to be tested are shown in the solicitations Attachment 1 - Reference Drawings and Attachment 2 – Cable Schedule.

The conductors are approximately 600V rated 3PH. This site is open year-round.

Price shall include all time, labor, and mileage costs, if applicable.

1.5 General Requirements

The Contractor will provide all labor, supplies, supervision, materials, equipment, and transportation necessary to provide megger testing of the conductors. The Contractor shall provide a schedule of work within 10 business days of contract award. Any requested changes to the schedule shall be submitted within 5 business days of request and invoices will be submitted within 30 days of service.

The Contractor will provide megger testing of the conductors and a report in accordance with all NFPA 70, NFPA 70B, OSHA 29 CFR 1910, and ANSI/NETA ATS-2025 regulations for each project site. All megger testing shall be tested in compliance with NFPA 70 and ANSI/NETA ATS-2025. The Contractor shall be properly licensed and accredited with NETA and is responsible for obtaining all necessary permits and licenses for megger testing. Contractor shall megger test each identified conductor for at least 1 minute and readings shall be recorded for 30 seconds and 1 minute.

The Contractor shall be responsible for coordinating megger testing of each cable with the project staff and POC.

2 Location and Description of Service

2.1 Location

Opekiska Lock and Dam is located at river mile 115.4 near the community of Lowsville, WV. Hildebrand Lock and Dam is located at river mile 108 near the community of Round Bottom, WV. Morgantown Lock and Dam is located at river mile 102 near the community of Morgantown, WV. Point Marion Lock and Dam is located at river mile 90.8 near the community of Dilliner, PA. The cables are located in the operations building, gallery, and dam piers. The cables are easily accessible. Road access to the projects is as follows:

Opekiska – From Smithtown Rd onto Opekiska Rd.

Hildebrand – From River Rd onto Hilderbrand Lock and Dam Rd.

Morgantown – From Route 19 onto River Rd to Morgantown Lock Rd.

Point Marion – From Route 88 onto Powerplant Rd.

2.2 Description

Inspect physical condition of the identified cables, see Attachment 1 - Reference Drawings, Attachment 2 – Cable Schedule, and Attachment 3 – Photos. Remove power and open disconnects or breakers for all circuits to be tested and perform Lock Out Tag Out. Completely isolate all identified wire and cable from all extraneous electrical connections at cable terminations and joints. Substation and switchboard feeder breakers, disconnects in combination motor starters, circuit breakers in panel boards, and other disconnecting devices shall be used to isolate the circuits under test. Perform insulation-resistance test on each identified conductor with respect to ground and adjacent conductors.

Applied potential shall be 500 volts DC for 300 volt rated cable, and 1000 volts DC for 600 volt rated cable. Take readings for 1 minute and until the reading is constant for 15 seconds. Testing values are to be recorded and indicated with a pass or fail. A report is required in accordance with all NFPA 70, NFPA 70B, and ANSI/NETA regulations and specifications of this contract.

Follow insulation tester’s manufacture procedures when installing leads. When placing meter leads on phase wire(s), unused phase wires should be grounded to avoid stray voltages. For 2-lead insulation testing, see required testing below.

Phase conductor to adjacent phase conductor includes A-phase and B-phase, B-phase and C-phase, and C-phase and A-phase.

Phase conductor to ground bus includes A-phase and ground, B-phase and ground, and C-phase and ground.

Phase conductor, if applicable, to neutral bus includes A-phase and neutral, B-phase and neutral, and C-phase and neutral.

3 Contractor Furnished Materials The Contractor will provide all supervision, labor, tools, equipment, transportation, and supplies required to megger test each specified conductors in accordance with the requirements of this contract.

4 Damage Reports All instances where Government materials, supplies, property, and/or equipment are damaged, shall be reported immediately to the Contracting Officer and Lockmaster.

5 Security Requirements-AT/OPSEC The Contractor shall comply with all established security policies at each Project Office identified. If applicable, Contractor shall comply with Projects Key Control Management Program. Due to periods of heightened security, which may affect access to the areas covered under this contract, areas may be subject to periodic closures, which in turn may reduce or inhibit the Contractor’s ability to access certain areas. During periods of heightened security, the Government reserves the right, at any time, to close any property or portion of property and reschedule and/or cancel any subsequent service in an area. The Contractor shall be given at least a 24-hour notice of any such closure.

5.1 General Security Requirements and Guidance

The security requirements described below apply to all contract personnel (including employees of the prime Contractor and all subcontractors’ employees) supporting the performance requirements of this contract. The Contractor is responsible for compliance with these security requirements. Questions regarding security matters shall be addressed to the designated Government representative (e.g., Contracting Officer Representative (COR) Requiring Activity (RA) representative, or Contracting Officer (if a COR or other RA representative is not appointed)). Contract personnel are critical to the overall security and safety of US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) installations, facilities, and activities, and security awareness training contributes to those efforts. The Department of Defense (DoD) and Army security training requirements specified below, if applicable, are performance requirements; all applicable contract personnel shall complete initial training within 30 days of contract award of the date new contract personnel begin performance on the contract. Within five business days form the completion of training, the Contractor shall provide written documentation to the Government representative. The documentation shall include the names of contract personnel trained and which training they completed; the Contractor shall maintain training records as part of their contract files and be prepared to provide copies of training certificates to the Government representative. Contractor personnel and vehicles are subject to search when entering federal installations.

Additionally, all contract personnel shall comply with Force Protection Conditions (FPCON) measures, Random Antiterrorism Measures (commonly referred to as “RAMs), and Health Protection Conditions (HPCON) measures. The Contractor is responsible for meeting performance requirements during elevated FPCON and/or HPCON levels in accordance with applicable RA plans and procedures; this includes identifying missions essential and non-mission essential personnel. In addition to the changes otherwise authorized by the changes clause of this contract, should the FPCON of HPCON levels at any individual facility or installation change, the Government may implement security changes that affect contract personnel. The Contractor shall ensure all contract personnel are aware of their security responsibilities, including any site-specific requirements identified in local policies or procedures. The contractor must submit the full name, Social Security Number or valid state driver's license number (with state of issue), Date of Birth, and Place of Birth for all associated contractor or subcontractor employees to the USACE Security Office, Pat Geiger, 412-395-7643, walter.p.geiger@usace.army.mil or Joseph M. Bali, 412-395-7162, joseph.m.bali@usace.army.mil . To submit your request, contact the Security office directly to receive a temporary drop box link from DoD SAFE. Unencrypted emails will not be accepted with attachments containing personally identifying information. All requests for background checks must contain the required identifying information, the location of work (USACE Project Name), and the USACE COR. The District retains the right to deny any contractor and subcontractor employee from working on one of its contracts based on final background investigation results.

5.2 Physical Security and Access Control Requirements

All contract personnel requiring physical access to a federal installation or facility shall comply with the access control procedures of that location. Contract personnel requiring unescorted access to meet contract performance requirements on a DoD installation in the US shall be vetted by the installation/facility Provost Marshal/Directorate of Emergency Services/Security Office using the National Crime Information Center-Interstate Identification (commonly referred to as “NCIC-III”) and Terrorist Screening Database (commonly referred to as “TSDB”). Contract personnel shall comply with all personal identity verification requirements specified in installation/facility policies and procedures.

Contract personnel who do not meet requirements for unescorted access to USACE facilities shall coordinate escorted access with the Government representative, as needed. Contract personnel who receive keys, access cards, or lock combinations that provide access to government-owned property shall comply with key and lock control procedures of the RA.

5.3 Pre-Screen Candidates Using E-Verify Program

Contractors shall comply with the requirements set forth in FAR clause 52.222-54 Employment Eligibility Verification and FAR Subpart 22.18 in using the E-Verify Program at (https://www.e-verify.gov/) (website subject to change) to meet the contract employment eligibility requirements. Contractors are encouraged to cooperate with Federal and State agencies responsible for enforcing labor requirements to include eligibility for employment under United States immigration laws in accordance with FAR 22.102-1(i). An initial list of verified/eligible candidates shall be provided to the COR no later than three business days after the initial contract award. When contracts are with individuals, the individuals will be required to complete a Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, and submit it to the Contracting Officer to become part of the official contract file.

5.4 Identification Of Employees

The Contractor shall be responsible for furnishing an identification badge/card to each employee prior to the employee working on-site and for requiring each employee engaged on the work to display identification. Identification shall consist of name tags with the name of the Contractor and the employee's name. As a minimum, a valid state driver's license or other government-issued photo identification card is required for positive identification.

6 Safety Requirements In addition to the detailed requirements included in the provisions of this contract, all work shall comply with the most recent edition of the USACE Engineering Manual (EM) 385-1-1, “Safety and Health Requirements Manual”, and all applicable federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, criteria, rules, and regulations. If there are any standards that require interpretation, submit matters to the appropriate administrative agency for resolution before the commencement of work. Where the requirements herein, applicable laws, criteria, ordinances, regulations, and referenced documents vary, the most stringent requirements govern. The latest version of the EM 385-1-1 is available online at:

https://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/EM%20385-1- 1%20_EFFECTIVE%2015March2024.pdf

6.1 Accident Prevention Plan (APP)

Due to the nature of anticipated work, the Vendor may submit an abbreviated Accident Prevention Plan (APP). The abbreviated APP shall be developed in accordance with EM 385-1-1 Appendix A, Paragraph K. In addition to the items specified as part of the abbreviated APP, other programs and procedures pertinent to the Vendor’s anticipated activities shall be submitted as appendices to the APP.

The APP shall be reviewed and accepted by the Contracting Officer prior to any commencement of work. The abbreviated APP Form, Form A-01 of the EM 385-1- 1, may be used by the Vendor to ensure each are of the required information has been provided.

Once accepted by the Contracting Officer, the APP and all attachments will be enforced as part of the contract. Disregarding provisions of this contract or the accepted APP is a cause for stopping of that portion of the work at the direction of the Contracting Officer until the matter has been rectified.

A copy of the accepted APP shall be available on the worksite at all times, and each sub-Vendor shall be provided a copy to comply with. A signature log shall be completed by each sub-Vendor foreman attesting that they have read and understand the APP.

The Vendor shall provide on-going evaluations of the APP throughout the life of the project. Changes, revisions, and updates to the APP shall be reviewed and accepted by the Contracting Officer and project superintendent.

6.2 Accident Hazard Analysis (AHA)

An AHA shall be submitted for each major phase of work. A major phase of work is defined as, “An operation involving a type of work presenting hazards not experienced in previous operations or where a new subcontractor pr work crew is to perform the work”. The analysis shall define all activities to be performed, identify the sequence of work, the specific hazards anticipated, and the control measures to be implemented to eliminate or reduce each hazard to ana acceptable level. Power equipment shall only be operated by qualified operators and proof of qualifications shall be included in the AHA. The AHA shall be continuously reviewed and revised to address changing site conditions as appropriate. For a non-mandatory formatted outline of an AHA, see ENG Form 6206 (Activity Hazard Analysis) which can be found at the following link:

https://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/Eng_Form_6206_2023Aug24.

pdf.

6.3 Emergency Response

Emergency procedures shall be documented in the APP and will include a map with directions to the nearest hospital and emergency contact numbers.

6.4 Accident Reporting

While in the performance of this contract, all accidents and near misses shall be investigated by the contractor. All work-related recordable injuries, illnesses, and property damage accidents (Excluding on-the-road vehicle accidents), in which the property damage exceeds $5,000.00, shall be verbally reported to the TPOC within four (4) hours of the incident. Serious accidents as described in EM 385-1-1 Section 01.D shall be immediately reported to the TPOC. ENG Form 3394 shall be completed and submitted to the TPOC within five (5) working days of the incident.

EMG Form 3394 can be found at the following link:

https://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/Publications/EngineerForms/E ng_Form_3394_2021Aug.pd

6.5 Hazardous Material Exclusion

Notwithstanding any other hazardous material used in this contract, radioactive materials or instruments capable of producing ionizing/non-ionizing radiation (with the exception of radioactive material and devices used in accordance with EM 385-1-1 such as, nuclear density meters for compaction testing and laboratory equipment with radioactive sources) as well as materials which contain asbestos, mercury, polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), Diisocyanates, lead, lead-based paint (LBP), and hexavalent chromium, are prohibited. The Contracting Officer, upon written request by the Vendor, may consider exceptions to the use of any of the above excluded materials. Low mercury lamps used within fluorescent lighting fixtures are allowed as an exception without further Contracting Officer approval.

Notify the Radiation Safety Officer (RSO), Safety Office, and the Contracting Officer prior to excepted items of radioactive material and devices being brought on site.

6.6 Unforeseen Hazardous Material

USACE shall identify and communicate all known hazardous materials such as Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), lead paint, asbestos, and other OSHA regulated chemicals (i.e. 29 CFR 1910.1000) in which the Vendor may come into contact during the course of activities. If material is encountered that was not indicated, but may be hazardous to human health upon disturbance, that portion of the work shall stop and the Contracting Officer immediately notified. The Government will determine within 14 days of notification if the material is or is not considered hazardous. If the material is not hazardous or poses no danger, the Government will direct the Vendor to proceed without change. If the material is determined to be hazardous or dangerous and handling of the material is necessary to accomplish the work, the Government will issue a modification pursuant to FAR 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items.

6.7 Hazardous Energy Control Program

Develop a HECP in accordance with EM 385-1-1, 29 CFR 1910.147, 29 CFR 1910.333, 29 CFR 1915.89, ASSE/SAFE Z244.1, and ASSE/SAFE A10.44.

Submit this HECP as part of the Accident Prevention Plan (APP). Conduct a preparatory meeting and inspection with all effected personnel to coordinate all HECP activities. Document this meeting and inspection in accordance with EM 385-1-1. Ensure that each employee is familiar with and complies with these procedures.

6.8 Minimum Personal Protective Equipment

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is governed in all areas by the nature of work personnel are performing based on conducted hazard evaluations. AHAs shall detail the PPE to be used that will provide appropriate protection for the work to be performed when required. All PPE shall be provided by the Vendor, used, and maintained in a sanitary and reliable condition whenever the hazard dictates use.

Mandatory PPE, at minimum, shall include: hard hat, long pants, short sleeve shirts, eye protection, applicable gloves, and leather or protective work shoes or boots.

6.9 Designated Persons

The Vendor shall provide Qualified and/or Competent Persons in accordance with EM 385-1-1, OSHA, ANSI, and where specified herein. All Qualified and Competent Persons shall be designated in writing and shall meet the requirements for the specific activity for which they are designated.

Competent Persons identified in the Vendor’s Safety and Health Program and Government-accepted APP shall be onsite at all times when the work that presents the hazards associated with the competency is being performed.

Certificates of Qualification/Competency shall be provided to the Contracting Officer for review and provided as part of the applicable AHAs and appendices of the APP.

7 Project/Site Conditions

7.1 Drawings and Cable Schedules

Drawings and Cable Schedules provided in Attachment 1 - Reference Drawings and Attachment 2 – Cable Schedule show existing conditions to the best knowledge of the Government. The Government cannot guarantee the accuracy of the dimensions, elevations, and features shown or stated, and it shall be the responsibility of the Contractor, whenever necessary, to verify all information in the field. The Contractor shall verify information before beginning work. The Contracting Officer shall be notified of any discrepancies prior to commencing work.

7.2 Verification of Field Conditions

The Contractor shall verify all dimensions, conditions, and applicable information in the field and shall advise the Contracting Officer of any discrepancy before performing any work.

7.3 Work Areas

The Contractor shall ensure that his operations will not interfere with the operation of the project or the duties of project personnel. The Contractor shall ensure that his operations will not interfere with the operation of the project or the duties of project personnel. Work area will be coordinated and agreed on with the Lock Master, dependent on other contracts being carried out at the time. (See Section

1.2 – Coordination Meeting and Points of Contact (POCs).

7.4 Time of Performance

The Contractor shall notify the Points of Contact (See Section 1.2 – Coordination Meeting and Points of Contact (POCs) prior to start of work. The Contractor shall schedule work through the POCs. The Contractor shall coordinate work with the POCs NLT 3 days before starting work. Other Contractor may be working in the same area performing other work. The Contractor shall execute work in a manner so as not to impede other contract work. The Contractor shall confine all operations at the work site between the hours of 7:00 AM and 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday, unless otherwise approved by the POC. Work will not be permitted on weekends or Federal holidays unless otherwise approved.

7.5 Period of Performance (PoP)

The base contract shall commence from date of award for a period of 90 days.

7.6 Site Visit: (Pre-Award): Prior to Quotes Submission

A pre-quote site visit will be arranged by contacting:

Name: Dillon Mohr, Lockmaster, Point Marion Locks and Dam

Addresses:

Opekiska Lock and Dam – 1241 Opekiska Road, Fairmont, WV 28554-8612.

Hildebrand – 1610 Hildebrand Locks and Dams, Morgantown, WV 26501-7843.

Morgantown – 26 Morgantown Lock Road, Morgantown, WV 26501-2329.

Point Marion – 304 Powerplant Road, Dilliner, PA 15327-9603.

Telephone: (724) 705-4001

Email: Dillon.Z.Mohr@usace.army.mil

Normal Business hours are between 7:00AM and 3:00PM ET, Monday through Friday

7.7 Protection of Government Property

The Contractor shall protect all government property during the performance of this contract. All damage to existing government property because of the contractor’s work shall be repaired or replaced to the satisfaction of the Contracting Officer. Work area shall be cleaned by the contractor after construction is complete.

7.8 Protection of Personnel

The Contractor shall ensure that adequate measures are in place to protect workers, facility operation personnel and the public from injury due to the operations being performed. All protective measures shall be in accordance with

EM 385-1-1.

7.9 Report

The Contractor shall provide the Government’s representative with final report for each site consisting of testing purpose, testing procedures, site and daily conditions, physical inspection data, insulation testing parameters and data, and recommendations. Other industry standard information shall be included in the report.