Attachment B - Common Levels of Support (CLS).pdf

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ATTACHMENT B (CLS 403 SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT)

Attachment B Common Levels of Support

Solid Waste Services Collection and Disposal of

Refuse and Recyclable Materials

United States Army Garrison (USAG) Bavaria Tower Barracks (Grafenwoehr) and

Rose Barracks (Vilseck)

PoP:

Basic Year 01 Nov 2025 – 31 Oct 2026

1st Option Year 01 Nov 2026 – 31 Oct 2027 2nd Option Year 01 Nov 2027 – 31 Oct 2028 3rd Option Year 01 Nov 2028 – 31 Oct 2029 4th Option Year 01 Nov 2029 – 31 Oct 2030

Oct 2024

ATTACHMENT BE (CLS 403 SOLID WASTE

MANAGEMENT)

Contents

1.0 General Information

1.1 Overview. ___________________________________________________________________ 4

1.2 Deliverables. _________________________________________________________________ 4

1.3 Co-mingling Waste. ____________________________________________________________ 4

1.4 Outside Normal Duty Hours. (TE J) _______________________________________________ 4

1.5 Authorization to perform services in Germany. _____________________________________ 4

2.0 Description of Services

2.1 Scope. ______________________________________________________________________ 6

2.1.1 Ordnance

2.1.2 Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT)

2.1.3 Scavenging

2.2 Schedules. ___________________________________________________________________ 8

2.2.1 Recycle/Refuse Collection Schedule (

2.2.2 Specific Tasks Schedules Submittals

2.2.3 Additional/ Special Collection

2.2.4 Miscellaneous MSW Collection and Disposal Services

2.3 Recycle Support. ____________________________________________________________ 8

2.5 Collection Vehicles. ___________________________________________________________ 13

2.5.1 Vehicle Maintenance

2.5.2 Unserviceable Vehicles

2.5.3 Standards

2.6 Special Events/Tasks. _________________________________________________________ 13

2.6.1 Special Events Planning

2.6.2 Additional Services

2.6.3 Airfields

2.7 Other Events. ________________________________________________________________ 14

2.7.1 Storms and Natural Disasters

2.7.2 Inclement Weather Planning

2.7.3 Inclement Weather Delay

2.7.4 Unscheduled Clean-Ups

2.7.5 Examples of Scheduled and Unscheduled Requirements

2.7.6 Emergency Work

2.7.7 Installation Closures

2.8 Reports. ____________________________________________________________________ 15

2.8.1 Monthly Summary Report

2.8.2 Work Control, Records, and Reports Plan (WCRRP)

2.8.3 Container Condition Report (Att. 6, refer to 2.4.8)

2.8.4

2.8.5 Weekly Skip Reports

2.8.6 Regulatory Agency Inspections

2.8.7 Operational logs on Recycling Yard(s)

2.8.8 Other Reports

ATTACHMENT B (CLS 403 SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT)

3.0 Government-Furnished Property (GFP) / Equipment (GFE) / Material (GFM) / Services (GFS)

3.1 Government-Furnished Equipment (GFE) Facilities. _________________________________ 17

3.1.1 Recycling Points ______________________________________________________________ 17

3.2 Government-Furnished Equipment (GFE) other than Facilities. ________________________ 17

3.3 Government-Furnished Materials (GFM) __________________________________________ 18

3.3.1 Utilities_____________________________________________________________________ 18

3.4 Government-Furnished Services (GFS) ____________________________________________ 18

4.0 Contractor-Furnished Property (CFP) / Equipment (CFE) / Material (CFM). 19

4.1 General ____________________________________________________________________ 19

4.2 CONTRACTOR-FURNISHED PROPERTY (CFP) ____________________________________________ 19

N/A 19

4.3 CONTRACTOR-FURNISHED EQUIPMENT (CFE) ___________________________________________ 19

4.3.2 Vehicles ____________________________________________________________________ 19

4.4 CONTRACTOR-FURNISHED Materials (CFM) ___________________________________________ 20

4.5 Equipment on site ____________________________________________________________ 20

5.0 Specific Tasks

5.1 Collection Services____________________________________________________________ 22

5.2 Disposal Services _____________________________________________________________ 23

5.3 Container Services ____________________________________________________________ 24

5.4 Operation of a Recycling Yard(s) ________________________________________________ 25

5.5 Support Services for training units with Solid Waste (refuse and recyclables) ____________ 28

5.6 Collection, Transportation and Disposal of Recyclable Items __________________________ 28

5.6.3 Mixed Plastic (Used) and Plastic Parts ____________________________________________ 28

5.6.10 Yard Waste Items / Garden Debris _____________________________________________ 29

5.6.11 Green Waste from DPW ______________________________________________________ 29

6.0 Definitions

6.1 Labeling Schedule (TE H and Att. 4) ______________________________________________ 30

6.2 Applicable Publications for Specifications _________________________________________ 30

7.0 Related Documents

7.1 Technical Exhibits (TE...) _______________________________________________________ 31

7.2 Attentions (Att...) ____________________________________________________________ 31

ATTACHMENT B: Solid Waste Operations October 31, 2024

1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION.

1.1 Overview.

Solid Waste Management is a comprehensive approach to managing non-hazardous solid waste that encompasses green procurement, waste prevention, and disposal programs. The Contractor, partnering with the installation, shall determine and utilize the most cost effective Recycle and Solid Waste Management services, emphasizing innovation and commercial best practices, to maximize diversion. The Contractor shall dispose of all commercial, industrial, and community activity waste in accordance with (IAW) all applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations. Refer to para. 6.2 for applicable Publication for Specifications like e.g. the KrWG Kreislaufwirtschaftsgesetz KrWG - Circular Economy Act. The recyclable materials shall be returned to the economic cycle and refuse shall be disposed of at an incineration plant located in the State of Germany and approved and fully permitted by the Department of Environmental Management.

1.2 Deliverables. (TE B)

The Contractor shall compile historical data, prepare reports, and submit information as specified by the Deliverables (TE B) as directed by the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) IAW

PWS.

1.3 Co-mingling Waste.

The Contractor shall not co-mingle or transport Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) refuse with off-post generated MSW refuse. Solid waste and recyclables generated (excluding regulated medical or hazardous waste) shall be collected, transported, and disposed of IAW PWS.

1.4 Outside Normal Duty Hours. (TE J)

Except for specials events, the Contractor shall not be required to provide services after normal duty hours (TE J), Sundays and Host Nation Holidays. Services outside of normal duty hours must be authorized by the COR or the Contracting Officer (KO).

1.5 Authorization to perform services in Germany.

Contractors performing services in the Federal Republic of Germany (FRG) shall comply with German law. The Contractor shall determine whether performance requires registration with German authorities or authorization to do business in Germany and, if so, shall comply with all requirements. Whether or not registration or authorization to do business is required, the Contractor shall determine what documents or authorization its employees and any subcontractor employees must possess to work in Germany. The Contractor shall ensure affirmatively that its employees and subcontractor employees possess such documents or authorizations.

Contractor employees who: (a) are not nationals of Germany or other European Union countries;

(b) are not members of the force, the civilian component or their dependents; or c) do not have assimilated status under Articles 71, 72, or 73 of the Supplementary Agreement to the NATO

SOFA shall possess work and residence permits. By acceptance of and performance under this contract, the Contractor affirms that it has complied with the requirements above. Compliance with this requirement and German law is a material contract requirement. Noncompliance by the Contractor or subcontractor at any tier shall be grounds for issuing a negative past performance evaluation and terminating this contract for default.

2.0 DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES.

2.1 Scope of Main Service.

The Contractor shall empty recycle/refuse containers, compacters, and roll-offs as scheduled (TE C, D, K).

AQL: Not more than one missed emptying cycle per month. Not more than 5 valid customer complaints in total per month.

In the event of demand fluctuations, frequency adjustments must be approved by KO or COR.

The contractor shall dispose of all collected materials or return them to the recycling cycle in accordance with the KrWG. The Contractor shall perform services IAW approved schedule for pick-up and respond to calls for service when dumpsters reach full before scheduled pick-up.

The US Government reserves the right to decrease or increase the types of collected materials at any time. The items listed down below were dealt during the previous contract. A specific introduction will be given at the location by Government representative (KO or COR) after the contract is awarded.

Domestic Waste, Industrial Waste Similar to Domestic Waste items include, but are not limited to, the following:

a. domestic waste with parts of bio waste

b. bulky waste (incl. furniture and mattresses)

c. road rubbish

Recyclable items include, but are not limited to, the following:

Scope of Municipal Solid Waste (MSW)

a. Paper/ Cardboard/ Paperboard

b. Bulk Items

c. Styrofoam

d. Metal Cans (aluminums/ tin cans)

e. Scrap Metal

f. Plastics/ Compound Material

g. Hazardous items (here: refrigerators)

h. Glass (scrap glass and mixed glass)

i. Electronics

j. Tires

k. Mattresses

l. Yard Waste / Green Waste (garden waste)

m. Scrap Wood (Woody debris and wood pallets)

Scope of Domestic Waste/ Industrial Waste similar to Domestic Waste

a. Hardened thermosetting plastics

b. Polystyrene (PS)

c. PVC-waste

d. Packaging materials, plastic containers

e. Various rubber parts

f. Empty spray cans

g. Domestic waste with parts of bio waste

h. Bulky waste

i. Used tires

j. Road Rubbish

k. Construction Debris, therein: sheetrock, gas concrete,

l. Mixed Glassand flat glass

Scope of Excluded Material/ Industrial Waste

Following materials are not included:

a. Contaminated soil

b. Automotive Waste (car parts, engines, etc.)

c. Hazard materials (asbestos, human remains, or compact military food heaters, household cleaners, acids, bases, paint, thinners, strippers, solvents, aerosols, fluorescent light bulbs, antifreeze, waste oil, oil-based paint, enamel, varnish, lacquer, etc.)

d. Bio-medical (known as “red bag”)

e. Toner cartridges

f. Fat remnants from kitchens

g. Used batteries

The following materials will not be accepted:

a. Asbestos-containing waste

b. excavated soil

c. Ice and snow

d. Infectious waste

e. Sewage sludge

f. Body parts, organs

g. Contaminated and radioactive waste

h. Hospital waste

i. Ammunition, ammunition remnants, explosives, including their package

j. Animal cadavers and animal remnants

2.1.1 Ordnance.

Under no circumstances shall the Contractor knowingly accept ammunition, explosives, or firearms. The Contractor shall report within the time limit IAW TE K all potentially explosive items or materials to the COR, the Provost Marshal’s Office (or Military Police) and Explosive Ordnance Disposal. The Contractor shall follow the instructions of the officials and neither touch nor remove those items and shall ensure the safety distance of all attendees.

2.1.2 Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT).

The Contractor shall not handle asbestos, human remains or bio-medical (also known as “red bag”) and other hazardous materials. The Contractor shall report to the COR any hazardous materials identified or discovered at the Collection Point within the time limit IAW TE K. Household hazardous waste shall be turned in by the customers at the Self-Help Stores Bldg.# 394 Tower Barracks Grafenwoehr / Bldg.# 103 Rose Barracks Vilseck.

2.1.3 Scavenging.

The Contractor shall prohibit scavenging of materials from the Collection Point. The Contractor shall not salvage materials. The Contractor shall keep the Collection Point clean to discourage the harboring, feeding, and breeding of disease vectors. Structural deficiencies of recycling points shall be reported to the COR within the time limit IAW TE K.

2.2 Schedules.

2.2.1 Recycle/Refuse Collection Schedule (TE C and TE D).

The Contractor shall coordinate with the COR to develop a pickup schedule (Technical Exhibit (TE C and D) that minimizes interference with Government business and submit the schedule to the KO for approval. The pickup schedule shall be organized by days of the week and cover a 12-month period. The Contractor shall submit the schedules within the time limit IAW TE B. The Contractor shall submit changes to the schedule to the KO within the time limit IAW TE B. The Contractor shall not implement schedules or changes to the work schedule without prior written approval from the KO. The Contractor shall perform all work under the contract IAW the Contractor's schedules. All schedules shall be submitted to the KO for approval.

2.2.2 Specific Tasks Schedules Submittals (TE E and TE F).

Estimated type and size of container for each location are found in the container lists (TE E/F) The Contractor shall jointly monitor with the COR the fill capacities within the time limit IAW TE B Deliverables. Changes to the container list shall be proposed to the COR and approved by the KO in writing prior to changes. The Pick-Up schedule at the area at Main Camp Military Family Housing shall be performed after 0730.

2.2.3 Additional/ Special Collection.

The Contractor shall perform additional container emptying services on demand or as needed.

The Contractor shall provide pick-up within the time limit IAW TE K. Special discharges may occur during local and/or US public holidays, spring and/or fall cleanup, special events, box leave, training unit closeout. The Contractor shall maintain the services of collection, transportation and disposal as specified in CLS para. 5.1. and 5.2 to place, combine, relocate, and remove all recycle/refuse containers and equipment in types and quantities, adequate to collect and deliver IAW the Contractor’s schedules and/or shall be emptied separately on demand or as needed.

AQL: 95% compliance within the time limit

2.2.4 Miscellaneous MSW Collection and Disposal Services.

The Contractor shall perform additional disposal arrangements, pickup containers, and properly dispose on demand or as needed. The Contractor shall provide additional arrangements within the time limit IAW TE K.

2.3 Recycle Support.

The Contractor shall pick up recyclables generated on post. The Contractor shall also meet the services with the receipt, shipment preparation, and delivery of recyclable products to local vendors or entities off post, as coordinated by the COR. All applicable materials shall be hauled and delivered directly to a vendor.

2.3.1 Recyclables Segregation.

The Contractor shall segregate recyclable materials by commodity type. The Contractor shall load the segregated commodities for transport IAW Department of Transportation (DOT) Standards.

https://www.transportation.gov/dot-strategic-plan The Contractor shall assist in the disposal of non-recyclable items found during the recyclable commodity segregation process.

2.3.1.1 Mixed Papers and Cardboard.

The Contractor shall collect all mixed papers incl. cardboards, paperboards and papers from Maincamp, Fieldcamps and other buildings (e.g. CFMO Eschenbach or Netzaberg Community Center).

2.3.1.2 Mixed Plastics and Metal Tins/Cans.

The Contractor shall collect and deliver mixed plastics incl. small metal tins/cans (so-called yellow bag items and other small plastic items) to appropriate disposal facility for recycling. The Contractor also accepts bigger plastic items (e.g. plastic targets) and sends them for recycling purposes.

2.3.1.3 Mixed Glass incl. Scrap Glass.

The Contractor shall collect glass in separate Igloo-containers at divined sites (TE E/F) as mixed glass. The contractor is free to set separate containers for white, brown and green glass if preferred. Government will only pay for 1 container and disposal as mixed glass.

2.3.1.4 Scrap Wood Items.

Mixed Scrap Wood Items shall be collected, hauled off-post and disposed of for recycling. There shall be only waste wood of categories A I, A II and A III. There shall be no hazardous waste wood of category A IV. If the container contains wood that probably might be category A IV, please refer to para. 2.1.2 HAZMAT.

2.3.1.5 Scrap Metal Items.

The Contractor shall collect scrap metal from the locations indicated in the container list (TE E/F).

Metal shall be collected and disposed of at an on-call basis by the contractor and charged as credit note for cost reduce.

2.3.1.6 Tires and tank chain rubber pads.

The Contractor shall accept larger amounts of tires and tank chain rubber pads from military vehicles or tractor units when delivered to the provided tire container and recycle it. The Contractor shall accept tires with or without rims.

2.3.1.7 Electronic Waste

The Contractor shall provide containers for the collection of mixed electronic waste (without bulbs) at the locations indicated in the container list (TE E/F). The containers shall be emptied at an on-call basis. If necessary, sorting of the electronic waste shall take place at contractor’s site. The costs for sorting shall be included in the recycling fee. The Electronic Waste at Recycling Yard in Vilseck is not part of this contract.

2.3.1.8 Refrigerators, freezers and Air Conditioning Units (ACs) The Contractor shall provide containers for the collection of refrigerators, freezers and ACs at the locations indicated in the container list (TE E/F). The containers shall be emptied at an on-call basis. Items such as refrigerators, freezers, and window air conditioner units may contain chlorofluorocarbon (CFC). Items containing CFCs shall be picked up and properly disposed.

2.3.1.9 Bulk Items.

The Contractor shall collect and dispose of bulky items (e.g. mattresses, discarded furniture, appliances, toys, plastic pallets, plastic auto parts, shelving, plastic piping). The Contractor shall https://www.transportation.gov/dot-strategic-plan transport the bulk items to the waste treatment facility in Schwandorf (ZMS). Incineration fees for bulk waste will be paid by government through different contract with ZMS.

2.3.1.10 Tarpaulins.

The Contractor shall accept larger amounts of tarpaulins and fabric panels made of artificial and/or organic fabric and shall dispose of tarpaulins or return it to the recycling circle.

2.3.1.11 Yard Waste Items / Garden Debris.

Only applicable from 1st April through 30th November. The Contractor shall provide containers for yard waste at the locations indicated in the container list (TE E/F), check fill level weekly and notify COR when fill level at 80%. The Contractor shall provide pick-up, haul off post and dispose of correctly (Abfallverzeichnis-Verordnungs - AVV 20 03 01) compostable yard waste within the time limit IAW TE K. The Contractor shall display signs to avoid contamination of the yard waste items / garden debris.

2.3.1.12 Green Waste from DPW.

The Contractor shall provide containers for green waste at defined site (TE E/F) and provide pick-up, haul off post and dispose of correctly (AVV 20 03 01) compostable green waste within the time limit IAW TE K.

2.3.1.13 Road Rubbish.

The collection of road rubbish is done by DPW at USAG Bavaria, Grafenwoehr and Vilseck. The Contractor shall provide containers for road rubbish at the Grafenwoehr road rubbish storage area / at in the request defined location at Vilseck and provide pick-up, haul off post and dispose of correctly within the time limit IAW TE K. The Contractor shall meet all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations f.e. Section 3 (24) KrWG (Kreislaufwirtschaftsgesetz) or similar.

Road sweepings must be disposed of as waste under waste code 200303 of the European Waste Catalogue. Depending on the season, weather conditions and surrounding land use, the composition changes considerably, especially the ratio of mineral and organic components. Street sweepings consist of carelessly discarded packaging waste and cigarette butts and accumulate as waste when streets, paths and other traffic areas are cleaned. Road sweepings shall generally be processed for both recycling and disposal.

2.3.1.14 Construction debris

The Contractor shall provide containers for the collection of mixed construction debris at the locations indicated in the container list (TE E/F). The containers shall be picked-up and properly disposed of at an on-call basis.

2.3.1.15 Sheetrock

Sheetrock will be collected separately at the locations indicated in the container list (TE E/F), or extra containers will be rented for special occasions. The containers shall be picked-up and properly disposed of at an on-call basis.

2.3.1.16 Gas Concrete

Gas Concrete will be collected separately at the locations indicated in the container list (TE E/F), or extra containers will be rented for special occasions. The containers shall be picked-up and properly disposed of at an on-call basis.

2.3.1.17 Flat Glass.

Flat glass (e.g. window glass, glass bricks…) will be collected separately at the locations indicated in the container list (TE E/F), or extra containers will be rented for special occasions. The containers shall be picked-up and properly disposed of at an on-call basis.

2.4 Containers.

2.4.1 Container Management.

The Contractor shall place, combine, relocate, and remove all recycle/refuse containers and equipment in types and quantities, adequate to collect and deliver after receiving approval from the COR. Damages to property or grounds after placing containers shall be repaired by the Contractor at no cost to the Government.

2.4.2 Containers and Installation Access.

The Contractor shall furnish and place recycle/refuse containers according to the container list (TE E/F). In addition, the recycle/refuse collection containers shall be positioned more than fifteen

(15) yards from a food establishment’s entrance doors and adjacent entry way. In addition, the recycle/refuse collection containers shall be positioned on the same designated locations properly closed and secured after emptying and/or exchange, in front of respective buildings, or other designated collection points.

2.4.3 Containers in Field Training Areas (Ranges).

The Contractor shall provide refuse containers to support training on ranges. The COR will ensure all range and training area roads are accessible prior to collecting, disposing, or relocating containers.

2.4.4 Hazardous Waste Material (HAZMAT) in Containers.

The Contractor shall not handle asbestos, human remains or bio-medical (also known as “red bag”) and other hazardous materials. The Contractor shall notify the Directorate of Public Works (DPW) Environmental Division (Grafenwoehr: +49 (0)9641-70 526 4288, Vilseck: +49 (0)9641-70 599 4012) within the time limit IAW TE K after asbestos or other HAZMAT has been identified. In addition, the SORT-coordinators shall be informed about the issue, using the daily Deficiency Report (Att.5). Household hazardous waste shall be turned in by the customers at the Self-Help Stores Bldg.# 394 Tower Barracks Grafenwoehr / Bldg.# 103 Rose Barracks Vilseck.

2.4.5 Container Approval (TE G/H).

All recycle/refuse collection containers (e.g., bins, totes, or cages) shall be conform to the specifications for containers (TE G). Containers must be clearly marked at the opening side(s) with the appropriated labels (TE H and Att. 4).

2.4.6 Serviceable Containers.

The Contractor shall maintain all containers in a serviceable condition. All gaskets must be in proper condition, not torn, not dry or brittle and correctly installed. All wheels shall be moveable, lids shall be easy to open and close, bottom caps shall be in place and closed. The containers are unserviceable if any one of the following conditions exist:

a. Container does not meet specifications IAW TE G (size, color, labeling)

b. Container is not leak-proof (storm water pollution prevention compliant)

c. Container is not enclosed (except for roll-off containers designed to be open)

d. Doors, lids or hardware are missing, damaged, not operational, or do not close in the manner in which they were designed to close

e. Over twenty-five percent (25%) of exposed surface is not a uniform color (painted if container is not molded or composite plastic)

f. Over ten percent (10%) of exposed surface is covered with rust

g. Container exterior is damaged (substantial dents, holes, excessive scratches, burrs, ragged edges that present the container in an undesirable appearance).

2.4.7 Container Lids.

All containers shall be equipped with lids and locking latches, if not especially specified otherwise.

All solid waste container tops, lids and doors shall be closed after emptying.

2.4.8 Evaluating Containers (Att. 6).

The Contractor shall evaluate the condition of collection recycle/refuse containers on a quarterly basis and provide this information in a report to the COR within the time limit IAW TE B Deliverables. The report (Att. 6) is based on the container list and includes location, container type, container size, condition rating, last quarter container cleaned, last quarter container painted, last quarter container repaired, last quarter container replaced/renewed and total number of containers per condition rating.

2.4.9 Container Replacements.

Deteriorated solid waste containers shall be replaced or repaired by the Contractor at no cost to the Government. The Contractor shall replace containers within the time limit IAW TE K. The Contractor shall furnish replacement containers when containers are removed for cleaning, painting, maintenance, or repair.

In case the containers will be damaged by the government and its personnel e.g. by accident, willful acts, negligence, ignorance, mischief or vandalism, the proofed repair or replacement charges will be reimbursed by the government. In the event, any approval has to be made by the COR and/or KO before replacement.

2.4.10 Container Spillage.

The Contractor shall pick up all spillage resulting from emptying of container and compacting of solid waste, recycle material, or grease in vehicles.

2.4.11 Complaints about unsanitary conditions.

Complaints regarding unsanitary conditions due to Contractor negligence will be verified by the COR. After confirmation from COR, the Contractor shall correct these conditions within the time limit IAW TE K at no additional cost to the government.

2.4.12 Container Cleaning Schedule (Att. 6).

The Contractor shall clean and sanitize recycling/refuse containers as needed to ensure they are clean and odorless. All cleaning utilities (e.g. hot water jet steam, bleach or shampoo) shall be provided by the Contractor. The Government will provide the Contractor with an assigned location (see container list TE E/F) incl. water access for cleaning the Containers.

On a quarterly base the Contractor shall provide a list (Att. 6) containing the date (in quarters) containers cleaned to the COR within the time limit IAW TE B Deliverables. This list also contains the assignment of containers to needed Cleaning Schedule and needed times of Cleaning per year (see 2.4.12.1 and 2.4.12.2). The list may change throughout the Period of Performance (POP), depending on the current construction and renovation concept of the Government. Any changes may be communicated with a written notice by KO and/or designated COR to the Contractor.

2.4.12.1 Container Cleaning Non-Food Residues.

The Contractor shall clean all recycling/refuse dumpsters as needed at a minimum of once (1) per year.

2.4.12.2 Container Cleaning with Food Residues.

Containers probably containing Food Waste (e.g. at Dining Facilities (DFACs) and Messhalls) shall be cleaned quarterly (every three months).

2.4.13 Container Capacity.

In the event the contractor shall determine the capacity and/or size of designated containers as insufficient or oversized, the COR shall be informed within the time limit IAW TE B Deliverables with a recommended recycling/refuse container size and quantity on an annual basis. The US Government reserves the right to change the container quantity and/or sizes at any time. In this event, a specific introduction will be given by COR and/or KO. Implementation by the Contractor shall take place within the time limit IAW TE K.

2.5 Collection Vehicles.

2.5.1 Vehicle Maintenance.

Collection vehicles shall be maintained and serviced IAW the manufacturers’ recommendations.

The Contractor shall ensure collection vehicles receive periodic safety checks, and all irregularities shall be repaired before the vehicle is operated. The Contractor shall remove, all inoperable or unserviceable Contractor-furnished vehicles and equipment, off the installation.

The Contractor shall not leave MSW in collection vehicles over twenty-four (24) hours. The collection vehicle operator shall immediately (before leaving the site) clean up all spills caused during the operation. All operators of Contractor-furnished vehicles shall be licensed by all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations and operate IAW installation traffic regulations. The Contractor shall not leave vehicles unattended unless properly locked and secured.

2.5.2 Unserviceable Vehicles.

The Contractor shall have serviceable vehicles to ensure completion of contract requirements in the event of breakdowns, repair, or other mechanical problems. Vehicles that are identified as unserviceable shall be repaired or replaced within the time limit IAW TE K at no additional cost to the Government. The Contractor shall provide maintenance and repair service. Every service missed, scheduled and/or unscheduled shall be caught up by the contractor within the time limit IAW TE K at no additional cost to the government.

2.5.3 Standards.

Collection equipment of the types used for the collection, storage, and transportation of MSW shall meet the standards established by the American National Standards Institute (as of the effective date(s) established in ANSI Z245.1, Safety Standards for Refuse Collection Equipment) and all applicable federal and local laws and safety regulations.

2.6 Special Events/Tasks.

2.6.1 Special Events Planning.

N/A

2.6.2 Additional Services.

The Contractor shall be required to provide additional collections or relocate containers on request for special ceremonies, small construction projects, security, organizational events, unit moves, and to satisfy the Command. Relocations shall be accomplished, with the approval from the COR, within the time limit IAW TE K. Major events requiring refuse and recycling support (e.g. German- American Volksfest) shall be planned two (2) weeks in advance and the Contractor shall provide services necessary to support the event. The Contractor shall place recycling and refuse containers at the event or locations for the period of time specified by the COR.

2.6.3 Airfields.

Airfields have special considerations to prevent hazards. Grafenwoehr Army Air Field (GAAF), Vilseck Army Air Field (VAAF) and Bali Air Field (near Vilseck, Bldg. 5000) require a Foreign Object Damage (FOD) Prevention Program. The scheduled operations, pick up frequencies, or collection plans meet the FOD Prevention Program requirements. The Contractor shall monitor the containers and, if necessary, suggest to COR that the capacity and frequency be adjusted to prevent the containers from overflowing. The Contractor shall immediately pick up all debris that flies off the refuse collection container or the collection vehicles during operation.

2.7 Other Events.

2.7.1 Storms and Natural Disasters.

The Contractor shall provide additional collection containers or increase frequency of services to manage the temporary demand. The Contractor shall provide additional resources as needed to facilitate returning to full operational capacity.

2.7.2 Inclement Weather Planning.

Upon notification of destructive weather by the COR to prevent damage to containers, the Contractor shall collect all containers and temporarily relocate them to positions adjacent to buildings or other immovable structures. The Contractor shall provide appropriate tie-downs. The Contractor shall return all refuse/recycle collection containers to normal positions when destructive weather conditions have diminished.

2.7.3 Inclement Weather Delay.

If the Contractor determines unsafe weather conditions for continued operations, then the Contractor shall request approval from the KO to suspend services. The Contractor shall suspend collection and disposal operations because of inclement weather only after receiving approval from the KO. The Contractor shall resume operations with KO approval.

2.7.4 Unscheduled Clean-Ups.

The Contractor shall remove materials on the ground at collection sites and clean-up unauthorized (illegal) dump sites. Examples may include abandoned property generated from unit moves or barracks clean-ups. The Contractor shall provide this service within the time limit IAW TE K.

2.7.5 Examples of Scheduled and Unscheduled Requirements.

Scheduled requirements include the following: military unit moves, barracks/dormitory clean-ups, Air Show, Armed Forces Day, military unit field exercises, Freedom Fest, Family Day, and Single Soldier Day, recovery operations due to natural causes or man-made causes, and military unit deployments. The Contractor shall provide collection containers to adequately manage the waste volume. Unscheduled events will be coordinated through the COR. Upon notification, the Contractor shall provide the required services within the time limit IAW TE K.

2.7.6 Emergency Work.

The COR may designate a work requirement as an emergency. The Contractor shall respond immediately to emergency work requests. The Contractor shall divert employees, if necessary, to respond to and accomplish emergency work. Emergency work would be necessary for the protection of life, health, or safety. Response time shall be within the time limit IAW TE K. The Contractor shall continue working until the work is complete.

2.7.7 Installation Closures.

The Contractor shall have a Project Manager, designated as emergency essential, to handle refuse collections during installation closures IAW to DFARS 237.76.

2.8 Reports.

2.8.1 Monthly Summary Report.

The Contractor shall submit to the COR a monthly summary report of the total tonnage of recyclable and non-recyclable material collected within the time limit IAW TE K / TE B. The monthly summary report shall, at a minimum, identify all different types of refuse and recyclable materials as billed separately. Scheduled pickup items (refuse, mixed papers and plastics) shall be separated by Main Camp Tower Barracks, Field Camps, Ranges and Main Camp Rose Barracks.

2.8.2 Work Control, Records, and Reports Plan (WCRRP).

The Contractor shall develop and implement a WCRRP to include all information control procedures necessary to ensure timely and acceptable accomplishment of all contract data requirements, and permit tracking of work in progress. The Contractor shall submit a WCRRP to the KO for approval within the time limit IAW TE B Deliverables. The Contractor shall revise, modify, and resubmit the plan for approval annually. The Contractor shall accurately, completely, and legibly prepare and submit the documentation and automated reports to the KO. Reports shall include any supplemental charts, photographs, manufacturer's pamphlets, etc., necessary to complete the report.

2.8.3 Container Condition Report (Att. 6, refer to 2.4.8).

The Contractor shall evaluate the condition of the collection containers on a monthly basis and provide this information in a quarterly report to the COR within the time limit IAW TE B Deliverables.

2.8.4 Deficiency Report (Att. 5).

The contractor shall report deficiencies for scheduled emptying of containers to the COR and SORT-coordinators by e-mail (use Deficiency Report, Att. 5) within the time limit IAW TE K.

Deficiencies include, but are not limited to, the following:

a. Container not accessible

b. Container misused, but emptied

c. Container highly misused and not emptied

d. Container so overfilled that unable to be emptied

e. Container damaged / unserviceable

Deficiencies for on-call services (e.g. relocations, additional unscheduled emptying or delivery of temporary containers) shall be reported to the COR by phone call immediately (as long as the truck is near the location with the issue, NLT 30 minutes) after the deficiency has been detected.

The COR will try to solve the issue at once in order to make it possible for the contractor to fulfill the requested services.

2.8.5 Weekly Skip Reports.

Refer to 2.8.6 Deficiency Report

2.8.6 Regulatory Agency Inspections.

The Contractor shall submit a written report of any inspection visit by representative(s) of any regulatory agency and immediately notify the KO. This report shall include the representatives' names, titles, identification numbers, and agencies, reason(s) for the visit, and comments or findings. The Contractor shall submit a copy of all reports received as a result of these visits to the COR by the end of the next working day following receipt of the report. Any samples, reports, etc. shall be accompanied by a statement signed by the inspecting regulatory agency representative validating their authenticity. All Contractor personnel and their vehicles, equipment, and packages are subject to inspection.

2.8.7 Operational logs on Recycling Yard(s).

The Contractor shall keep up-to-date operational logs and shall be able to make them available within the time limit IAW TE B Deliverables. These records consist of an updated container list as per para. 2.8.3, but with additionally details about amount of container Pick-ups per month for each type of refuse and recyclables.

2.8.8 Other miscellaneous Reports.

The Contractor shall provide copies of other reports to the COR, such as those reports the Contractor develops to submit to State Regulators or to support the Contractor's work system, within the time limit IAW TE B Deliverables.

a. The Contractor shall prepare and update internal charts including needed working materials required for the waste management.

b. The Contractor shall prepare and submit an annual report, on demand in German and/or English, by the representatives for Safety Management and/or Solid Waste Management.

c. The Contractor shall prepare a Concept for Solid Waste Management IAW all other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations and as per overall PWS para.

1.2.2 described expertise.

3.0 GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED PROPERTY (GFP) / EQUIPMENT (GFE) / MATERIAL (GFM) / SERVICES

(GFS)

This Government Property of this clause is furnished to the Contractor in an "as-is, where is" condition. The Government makes no warranty regarding the suitability for use of the Government property specified in this contract. The Contractor shall be afforded the opportunity to inspect the Government property as specified in the solicitation. Damages to U.S. Government Property caused by the Contractor, the Sub-Contractor and/or it’s personnel shall be repaired or replaced immediately and at no cost to the U.S. Government. Arrangements for repairs or replacements shall be made by the contractor. COR have to be informed within the time limit IAW TE K.

Government property provided under this clause:

3.1 Government-Furnished Equipment (GFE) Facilities.

3.1.1 Recycling Points.

The DPW has designated recycling points, as defined at the Container List (TE E/F) The Contractor may relocate or combine pick-up stations only after receiving approval from the KO.

3.1.2 Recycling Yards (TE I.d)

The government has designed two areas for collection of domestic and industrial solid waste and recyclable materials, as follows:

Grafenwoehr, Bldg.# 441, solid building and Vilseck, Bldg.# 107, office container. (see TE I.d) Both areas are equipped with 220V and 380V power connections, a heater, lighting in and outside the building and sanitary facilities. The Contractor is responsible for the cleanliness of the recycling yard (including buildings and office containers). Unscheduled random inspection may be done by COR or the inspector at any time. It is the contractor’s responsibility to ensure that all lights and electrical devices are properly shut off and that all office containers or Buildings and all containers and dumpsters and all gates of the recycling yards are closed, and the gates and Buildings/office containers are locked as well. The contractor will be provided keys for each building, office container and gate as stated in the key control list (Att. 7).

The Contractor shall be in compliance with the safety precautions according to current law (e.g.

work gloves, work boots, first aid packs, first aid wall cabinets)

3.1.3 Storage Site (TE I.e)

The Contractor is allowed to temporarily store containers at provided fenced in and lockable areas. This applies for the purpose to reserve containers for temporary requirements and taking quick action on emergencies. Contractor is not allowed to storage damaged or demolished Containers for longer periods. Maps of site location are attached as TE I.e.

The storage area for Tower Barracks Grafenwoehr and the Field Camps is located at Motorpool 3F at Camp Normandy.

The storage area for Rose Barracks Vilseck is located at the Backyard of Recycling Yard Vilseck at #107.

3.1.4 Container Cleaning Site (TE I.g)

The Government will provide designed locations (see TE I.g) for container cleaning (refer to 2.4.12 of this CLS).

3.2 Government-Furnished Equipment (GFE) others than Facilites.

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ATTACHMENT B: Solid Waste Operations

3.2.1 Container(s).

The Government will provide the following containers at the CRC:

CONTAINER MAKE DIMENSIONS

(Length/Width/Height)

Container Type A Zauner 6.55/2.50/2.57 Container Type B Media 6.58/2.42/2.50 Container Type C GRB 6.50/2.40/2.25 Container Type D

Ludden &Mennekes 5.67/2.50/2.60

(26m3 Compacting Container)

Containers have a number stenciled or painted on them for serialization and identification purposes. Containers are inspected regularly and comply with current standards and legislation.

3.3 Government-Furnished Materials (GFM).

3.3.1 Utilities

The Government will provide following utilities at the provided sites of 3.1.2 Recycling Yards:

Electricity, Water, Sewer and Heat. The Contractor shall instruct employees in utilities conservation practices. The Contractor shall operate under conditions that preclude the waste of utilities, which include turning off the water faucets or valves, light switches, etc. after using the required amount to accomplish tasks requiring the use of the utilities.

3.4 Government-Furnished Services (GFS)

3.4.1 Vehicle Scale

The Government will provide a weight scale at the Central Recycling Center (CRC). The CRC is located at Camp Normandy along the Community Road Grafenwoehr-Vilseck across the roadside of Range 118. (see TE I.f) The scale is inspected regularly and comply with current standards and legislation. It is calibrated IAW all applicable local laws (e.g. MessEG and/or MessEV). The Contractor shall have access at the regular opening times of the CRC (see. TE J).

The Government will provide weighing services at no expense to the Contractor for their designated pickup vehicles. The Contractor shall weigh vehicles IAW respected task (see Special tasks PWS 5.1.6). All weight tickets shall be presented in original include, but are not limited to, the following: Day of collection, vehicle license number, type of refuse/recycling material, quantity weight (Gross/Tare/Net), the location of the refuse/ recycling material picked up, signature by the contractor’s driver and by scale’s staff personnel.

NOTE: When the scales are closed, down for calibration or repair, the weighing may be dispensed with, after notification from COR.

3.4.2 Shredding Plant

The collected non-recyclable waste shall be transported directly to the Government owned “Artech”-Shredder in Bldg.# 720 at the Central Recycling Center (CRC) without transshipping.

After shredding the Contractor shall transport the shredded refuse to the ZMS train loading stations in Weiden or Amberg or directly to the ZMS incineration plant at Schwandorf. The Shredder Plant itself, as well as the whole CRC are operated by USAG Bavaria, the Contractor will only have to deliver or pick-up solid waste and to weigh the vehicles.

4.0 CONTRACTOR-FURNISHED PROPERTY (CFP) / EQUIPMENT (CFE) / MATERIAL (CFM).

4.1 General

The Contractor shall furnish all personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, materials, supervision, and other items necessary to perform services as described in the PWS and associated contract documents, except for those items specified in Paragraph 3 Government Furnished Property and Services. This includes but is not limited to vehicles, cleaning equipment, loading platforms, lifting devices, container labeling equipment, and all required containers. The Contractor shall not be reimbursed for parts, materials, equipment, facilities, and services to support their day-to-day operations, which includes, but is not limited to, administrative office supplies, custodial supplies, communication equipment, vehicle fuel, and lubricants.

4.2 CONTRACTOR-FURNISHED PROPERTY (CFP)

N/A

4.3 CONTRACTOR-FURNISHED EQUIPMENT (CFE)

The Contractor shall provide all required equipment IAW PWS and according to paragraph 5 of this CLS.

4.3.1 Containers (TE G)

The Contractor shall furnish all required containers at sizes as required per attached Container List (TE E/F) and additional needed for temporary requests.

The containers shall be furnished IAW the specifications of containers (TE G). TE G specifies the manufacturing material, the types and sizes, the colors needed as well as needed equipment like wheels or lids. All containers shall be labeled as shown in labeling schedule (TE H) with the appropriated labels (Att. 4). The containers are property of the Contractor and shall be maintained and repaired by the Contractor. Costs for damaged containers shall be calculated into the rental price for the containers. All containers shall be constantly in operable working conditions. The Contractor shall assure operational safety of all the containers.

4.3.2 Vehicles

The Contractor shall have serviceable vehicles to ensure completion of contract requirements IAW the para. 2.5 of this CLS. All operating vehicles shall be maintained and serviced IAW the manufacturers’ recommendations. The Contractor shall ensure vehicles receive periodic safety checks and all irregularities shall be repaired before the vehicle is operated. The expenses of maintenance service shall be included into the respective unit price.

4.3.2.1 Collection Vehicles

Collection equipment of the types used for the collection, storage, and transportation of MSW shall meet the standards established by the American National Standards Institute (as of the effective date(s) established in ANSI Z245.1, Safety Standards for Refuse Collection Equipment) and all applicable federal and local laws.

4.3.2.2 Hoist/Haul Vehicles

If needed the Contractor shall provide hoist-and-haul vehicle(s) including all necessary equipment for sorting, handling and transportation of the loaded and/or unloaded Government owned containers as listed in para. 3.2.1 of this CLS. Those hoist-and-haul vehicle(s) shall be properly maintained and meet all federal and local laws (e.g. STVO/STVZO). Those hoist-and-haul vehicle(s) shall meet an adequate size to allow containers to be placed to the shredding plant in Tower Barracks Grafenwoehr. The Contractor shall provide Government personnel basic familiarization training regarding vehicle and equipment operation. In case of COR requesting hoist-and-haul vehicle(s) the Contractor shall respond within the time limit IAW TE K.

4.4 CONTRACTOR-FURNISHED Materials (CFM)

4.4.1 Clear Bags

The Contractor shall provide clear bags made of plastic foil material. The bags shall be delivered to the CRC in batches of 1000 to help customers pre-sort the recyclable materials. Size of the clear bags shall be 70 x 110 cm, volume: 120 liters.

4.4.2 Yellow Bags

N/A

4.4.3 Labelling Items

The Contractor shall provide all required material for labeling the containers IAW labeling schedule (TE H). The contractor shall provide a small amount of each label to the COR after notification.

4.4.4 Padlocks

N/A

4.4.5 Lubrication Grease

N/A

4.5 Equipment on site

The Contractor shall provide all required equipment IAW PWS and associated contract documents, except for those items specified in Paragraph 3 Government Property and Services.

All operating equipment shall be maintained and serviced IAW the manufacturers’ recommendations. The Contractor shall ensure equipment receive periodic safety checks and all irregularities shall be repaired before the equipment is operated. The expenses of maintenance service shall be included into the respective unit price of resorting and shall include, but are not limited to, all required repair and maintenance works, all applicable tests of technical equipment.

4.5.1 Telephone and Internet System

At the Government Furnished Properties provided to the contractor listed at para. 3.1 of this CLS, there is no telephone and internet system provided. It is in contractor’s responsibility and at contractors cost to provide if needed.

4.5.2 Cleaning Equipment

The Contractor shall use and maintain his own steam cleaning equipment (steam jet) to clean the containers. The Contractor shall provide and use on permanent basis a mobile cold water high-pressure cleaner for cleaning work type: WAP 7800 or equal. Water and electricity (380V) will be provided by the US-Army at no cost to the contractor. Remaining equipment needed for container cleaning (such as standpipes, hoses, connections, wires, etc.) shall be provided and maintained by the contractor. (see para 2.4.12 of this CLS)

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