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APPENDIX D

QUALIFICATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

DRAFT RFP 80SSC024R0004

SSC/MAF Qualifications and Certification for Critical Positions

QUALIFICATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS FOR CRITICAL POSITIONS

The following positions are considered critical to the successful performance of this contract and as such must have the qualifications as indicated below. All discipline leads shall have clear, concise, oral and written communication ability and shall possess good people skill to maintain proper coordination among customers, A/E staff and Center management.

General Manager: Must have a minimum of 10 years experience in management of design, maintenance, renovation, and construction of facilities and infrastructure systems. As a minimum, must possess a bachelor’s degree. Must have a minimum of 5 years supervisory experience managing a contract of similar size and scope to this contract.

Electrical Engineering Group Lead: As a minimum, must have a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and must be a registered professional engineer. Additionally, the group lead must have a minimum of 10 years experience in facility-related electrical engineering.

Mechanical Engineering Group Lead: As a minimum, must have a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and must be a registered professional engineer. Additionally, the group lead must have a minimum of 10 years experience in either facility process or HVAC mechanical engineering.

Structural/Civil Engineering Group Lead: As a minimum, must have a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or structural engineering and must be a registered professional engineer.

Additionally, the group lead must have a minimum of 10 years experience in facility design and construction with emphasis in structural engineering.

Senior Construction Manager: The senior construction manager must have a minimum of 15+ years of commercial or industrial construction management experience.

Pressure Systems Engineer: Must have a minimum of 10 years experience in design and/or analysis of pressure vessels and piping systems. Must possess a bachelor’s degree in engineering.

Must have experience in certification of pressure systems.

Landfill Operator: Meets the qualification requirements of the Mississippi Commission on Environmental Quality Regulations for the Certification of Operators of Solid Waste Disposal Facilities.

O&M System Engineers: Shall have an engineering degree from an Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited university with a minimum of five (5) years’ experience (preferred) or a four-year Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) technical degree with a minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in O&M systems.

Engineering Degree from an Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited College or University, and shall have a minimum five (5) years experience in the field of assigned System(s) responsibility or a Bachelor of Science technical degree from an ABET college or university with a minimum of ten (10) years experience in the field of assigned system(s) responsibility. Substitution of specialty technical experience that would qualify as Plant Engineer level experience may be allowed where the person’s experience includes knowledge of engineering concepts and calculations applicable for the specific system assignment(s).

TRAINING, LICENSES, AND CERTIFICATIONS

The Contractor shall ensure all employees are trained and worker skills, qualifications, certifications and experience are commensurate with the employees’ work assignment, consistent with aerospace/industry standards, and NASA requirements including applicable SATERN training classes. The Contractor shall obtain all certifications and licenses required to conduct business (e.g., local or state business licenses) prior to the start date of the base period of this contract, or at the latest, the end of the phase-in period. The Contractor shall submit verification of all licensing, certifications, and any specialized experience to the COR prior to the end of the phase-in period and within seven (7) calendar days upon any personnel change thereafter. All licenses and certificates shall be current, shall be kept current throughout the contract period, and shall provide evidence of such documentation upon request by the Government.

The Contractor shall provide personnel that have the appropriate skill for that trade. The degree of skill of individuals shall be commensurate with that required for the work. All apprentices shall be supervised and have work checked by the applicable lead journeymen in their particular field. This requirement applies to all crafts.

Arborist. Only certified (licensed by ISA) and trained arborists shall be authorized to direct tree pruning activities, assess hazard trees, and provide professional reports regarding assessment of the condition of the trees on the Center.

Operators and Riggers: Only certified (licensed) and trained operators shall be authorized to use and operate cranes. All crane operators shall be trained and certified by a recognized crane certification organization. Certification shall also include riggers and flagmen. Refer to NASA STD-8719.9, NASA Standard For Lifting Devices and Equipment.

Modelers and Designers: All Modelers and Designers shall have, as a minimum, two (2) years of formal educational experience in drafting/modeling/designing practices by an accredited school of higher education. In addition, the lead drafter/modeler/designer shall have a minimum of seven

(7) years of professional experience utilizing CAD system(s) beyond the formal educational years, and minimum of three (3) years experience performing work as a drawing/model checker.

REVIT and Creo are the current CAD software applications in use.

E Electrical Distribution. All electrical work shall be performed by a qualified journeyman electrician or accomplished by apprentices, helpers, and limited electrical technicians under the direct supervision, within visual site and guidance, of a documented electrical journeyman at all times. All repair work other than maintenance items shall be performed by certified electricians.

Certified Electrician: Must have completed an apprenticeship, possess a state license and successfully completed the state certification exam based upon the National Electric Code.

L LEED Analyst. LEED Analyst shall be an individual with LEED professional accreditation as certified by the U.S. Green Building Council. This person shall have demonstrated a thorough understanding of green building practices and principles and the LEED Rating System, especially for existing buildings.

RCM Engineer Qualifications: Shall be a degreed engineer from an accredited engineering college or university, and shall have a minimum of 10 years of experience in Plant, Operations & Maintenance or Design fields, with a minimum of 5 of those years specifically within the Operations & Maintenance field. The RCM Engineer(s) with responsibility for Predictive Testing & Inspection (PT&I) interpretation shall be trained and certified in most if not all of the following fields (in accordance with their specific interpretation assignments):

• Certified Level 1 - Ultrasound Inspector

• Certified Level 2 - Infrared Thermographer

• Certified Level 2 - Vibration Analyst

• Certified UViGrapher (Corona Inspection Institute)

• Certified in Motor/Transformer Analysis (MCA & ESA)

• Certified Transformer Service through SD Myers

• Certified Motion Amplification – Vibration Technology

RCM Program Analyst. An individual trained in vibration analysis and thermography at a minimum of Level II certification. The RCM Program Analyst possess knowledge and understanding on the basics of precision balancing of rotating equipment, laser alignment, tribology, airborne ultrasonics, motor circuit evaluation (MCE), motor current spectrum analysis, and Dranetz™ operation, and have the ability to analyze data and make recommendations to the Government on future strategies. All certifications and training should be equivalent to or exceed that of American Society of Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) Level II requirements where applicable, or OEM training curriculum if no standard exists.

E NVIRONMENTAL SAFETY AND HEALTH MANAGEMENT.

EEnvironmental Supervisor/Manager II: A Master's degree with at least ten (10) years of relevant experience in environmental compliance and program management which includes at least five

(5) years of experience supervising technical personnel. A Bachelor's degree with an additional five (5) years of relevant experience for the skills specified can be substituted for a Master’s Degree or other advanced degree.

EEnergy Management/Water Conservation Program Manager/Certified Energy Manager: At least eight (8) years of directly related experience in Energy Management and Water Conservation. At least one staff member supporting the work in this area shall be a Certified Energy Manager (CEM) accredited by the Association of Energy Engineers (or equivalent) with no less than five years’ experience as such. (SSC requirement: five (5) years’ experience as Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) Certified Energy Managers (CEM) or equivalent.)

Environmental Program Manager/Compliance Specialist (Environmental Scientist III):

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant science discipline (e.g., Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Wildlife Conservation, Geology, Physical Science). At least eight (8) years of directly related experience in the assigned environmental program (e.g., air quality, water quality, waste management, hazardous waste operations).

Environmental Program Manager (Environmental Scientist II): Bachelor's Degree in a relevant science discipline (e.g., Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Wildlife Conservation, Geology, Physical Science). At least four (4) years of directly related experience in the assigned program area (e.g., NEPA, NHPA, HMM, EMS, Sustainability, Remediation).

Hazardous Materials Manager: Certified by the Institute of Hazardous Materials Management.

Hazardous Material Specialists: Certified hazardous material specialist trained in hazardous waste material operations as required by NASA Safety and Health Manual requirements, SSC and MAF environmental procedures, requirements and guidelines, Federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), pertinent Federal, State, and local regulations promulgated pursuant to the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), and other regulations applicable to hazardous sites as identified by Title 40 of Code of Federal Regulations.

Certified Industrial Hygienist. An individual that is certified by the Board for Global EHS Credentialing (or equivalent) Certified Industrial Hygienist.

Energy Management and Control Systems (EMCS) Operators: Two (2) years of direct BAS/EMCS Operator experience at an equivalent installation of similar size, scope, and complexity, OR a minimum of 5 years of experience in a field involving work directly on Building Automation System (BAS) controls, that would include elements such as: HVAC technical troubleshooting, analysis, and repair of building automation controls or industrial chiller controls, or BAS controlled facility utilities and systems. Substitution of demonstrated equivalent experience is acceptable, including: BAS Manufacturer training certificates, Trade/specialty schooling for automation, or verifiable service on an installation of similar size, scope, and complexity. (SSC Only) Required training:

Desigo Overview Course Code (CC) ST 5091 (for operators with less than six (6) months BAS Operator experience), Desigo Workstation I CC ST 9203 (prior to being assigned stand-along Operator duties) Desigo Workstation II CC ST 9254 (within 180 days of being assigned stand-alone operator duties)

Lead EMCS Operator (SSC Only): EMCS Operator qualifications plus: eight (8) years experience as an EMCS Operator on Siemens Insight or Desigo, OR Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering Technology with four (4) years specialized experience in BAS controls, operations and programming. In addition to the experience above, the Lead EMCS Operator must obtain the Certificate of Completion for the Siemens Powers Process Control Language (PPCL) Master Programmer Training Path. Required training:

Desigo Master Operator CC ST9273, Desigo Workstation III (within 180 days of assuming Lead role) and the following FEMA EMI Coursework:

IS-700 NIMS, Introduction, ICS-100 Introduction to the Incident Command System, ICS-200 Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response.

Predictive Testing and Inspection (PT&I). Trained in vibration analysis and thermography at a minimum of Level I certification. Trained and certified on the basics of precision balancing of rotating equipment, laser alignment, tribology, airborne ultrasonics, motor circuit evaluation (MCE), motor current spectrum analysis, and Dranetz™ operation. All certifications and training should be equivalent to or exceed that of American Society of Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) Level 1 requirements where applicable, or OEM training curriculum if no standard exists.

Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVAC/R). Mechanics or technicians performing work on refrigerated circuits and refrigerant containing devices must be EPA certified per Section 608 of the Clean Air Act and provide certification that all service practices maximize recycling of ozone-depleting compounds for recovery and containment of refrigerants will be followed, per set requirements. All lead mechanics or technicians working on HVAC/R equipment shall be at the journeyman level with at least four (4) years experience at that level within the appropriate trade(s). HVAC/R technicians that work with refrigerants on this contract shall hold no less than an EPA “UNIVERSAL” level in certification. That certification shall be carried on their person at all times. In addition, at least 50 percent of all HVAC/R technicians shall have certification in the use of Air Purifying Respirators per 29 CFR 1910.134. All HVAC/R workers shall be familiar with general RCM practices and procedures.

Appentices Helpers, and Limited Mechanics and Technicians. All apprentices, helpers, and limited mechanics and technicians working on the HVAC/R portion of this contract shall be under the direct supervision and guidance of a competent documented (licensed) journeyman mechanic or technician at all times.

Plumbing. All plumbing work shall be performed by a qualified journeyman plumber or accomplished by apprentices, helpers, and limited plumbing technicians under the direct supervision, within visual site and guidance, of a documented plumbing journeyman at all times.

MEDICAL STAFF:

The following establishes the training, certification, and licensure requirements for any medical staff utilized for medical services. This is not meant to define the staffing types required, only to define the requirements should the Contractor choose to employ the following staffing types.

• A minimum of one staff member with proficiency in stress test interpretation and reading electrocardiograms.

• Physician is board certified in preventive medicine or a primary care specialty to serve as the Medical Director.

• Physician(s) maintain current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) Course C, and AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) provider.

• Nurses are Registered Nurses and maintain current state licenses, and maintain current AHA BLS Course C and ACLS provider certifications

• Nurse Practitioners providing services shall maintain current state licenses, and shall maintain the same certifications as required for staff nurses providing OM services.

• Radiological-Laboratory Technologists maintain current state licensure.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Counselors possess a Master’s Degree in Social

Sciences, Psychology, Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, or a related field, or the equivalent education/experience; and achieve EAP certification.

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APPENDIX E

SYSTEM DESCRIPTIONS

SYSTEMS DESCRIPTIONS

System and Facility Descriptions

(Reference SREF-8080-0340, Capability Handbook-TFCH, and SREF-7233-0001, Manufacturing Facility Capability Handbook, located in Attachment J-10, Reference Library).

1. Borrow Canal (MAF Only) – A conveyance ditch in which all storm water runoff and treated wastewater from the Industrial Wastewater Treatment Facility (IWTF) is directed prior to being discharged via final external outfalls 001A and 004A. A total of seven (7) internal outfalls discharge into the Borrow Canal and waters are discharged offsite via two (2) external outfalls in compliance with MAF’s Louisiana Pollutant Discharge

Elimination System (LPDES) Permits

2. Control Systems – Facility systems, usually based on Programmable Logic Controllers

(PLCs), used to control the operation of facility systems (i.e., sequencing of facility valves, operations of pumps and vaporizers, etc.). Most controlled systems are powered by 28 VDC uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems.

3. Deionized Water (DI) (SSC Only) – A system that converts potable water to deionized water.

4. Demineralized Water System (MAF Only) – Demineralized (DM) water is produced within the Systems Engineering Building (130) and the Industrial Wastewater Treatment

Facility (IWTF) Operations Building (173) for distribution to the following buildings:

Building 131; the Vertical Assembly Building 110; the Manufacturing Building 103 pre-clean room, clean rooms, chemical clean line and labs; and the Component Ablator

Facility (318). DM water is stored in one 750,000-gallon and one 500,000-gallon tank in

Bldg. 190 Tank Farm. Buildings 130 and 173 combined produce 550 gallons per minute

(GPM) of heat-sterilized DM water meeting the following specifications:

• Conductivity ≤ 0.00002 siemens/cm

• 6 – 8 pH

• Filtered to 10 microns

5. Electrical (13.8 kV Main Substation)

a. SSC: There are three (3) main 115-13.8kV step-down substations which provide commercial utility power into SSC from Mississippi Power Company (MPCo) and are maintained under contract by MPCo. The Main substation, located near the

South entrance gate, provides 13.8 kV power to a majority of the SSC complex.

Additional power is provided by a small step-down substation (Saturn Drive) located within the secured test area, and another (Leonard Kimball Drive) which serves facilities in that area. A fourth 13.8 kV substation, located adjacent to

Building 4400, is used to route power to the engine testing facilities and allows for selection of either commercial utility power or generator power from Building

4400. This fourth substation is for switching of 13.8 kV only (no 115 kV equipment) and is not under an MPCo contract.

b. MAF: Electrical power, provided by Entergy, Inc., is transmitted from two (2) offsite Entergy substations (maintained by Entergy) to MAF at 115 kV to two (2) onsite master substations (four (4) transformers with 20MVA capacity each) located near the northeastern and northwestern corners of Building 103. Various switches at each of the onsite master substations are maintained by Entergy.

1. Electrical (SSC - 13.8 kV Switching Facilities) - Overhead line switching is accomplished by line crews using pole mounted switches of varying configuration such as fused cutouts, gang-operated switches, and automatic reclosers. Underground circuits and primary disconnects in metal-clad switchgear feature SF-6 switches.

2. Electrical (SSC – 4160 volt Generating System) - The emergency power generation system is a secondary system located within the High Pressure Industrial Water (HPIW) facility, which includes the electrical distribution system within the facility to ensure backup power as necessary. The emergency generation system consists of four (4) diesel-driven generators and associated switchgear, controls, and instrumentation.

3. Electrical (Electrical Distribution)

a. SSC: The 13.8 kV distribution system is composed of both overhead lines and underground feeds arranged in pairs of dual-radial feeds. Selectivity is provided throughout the system to allow for isolation and repair of areas as needed. Overhead circuits feature typical overhead-line construction and underground circuits terminate into above-ground cabinets with SF-6 switches.

b. MAF: From the master substations, the power voltage is reduced to 13.8 kV and distributed to 70 secondary low-voltage substations (13.8kV to 480V) via a radial loop feeder system throughout the site. The two (2) master substations also are internally looped, which allows both to be independently or jointly operated and permits routine preventive maintenance and continuous maintenance.

1. Electrical (Medium Voltage Transformers) - Medium voltage transformers range from pole-mounted pot-type to oil-filled open air/forced air substation units. Many

Polychlorinated Biphenols (PCBs) transformers have been removed, with a few remaining at SSC.

Pad Mounted PCB-Contaminated Transformers (SSC)

Manufacturer Gallons of oil

GE 125

GE 99

GE 146

WEST 130

2. Electrical (Secondary Distribution Equipment) - Secondary distribution equipment in larger or critical facilities, such as the test stands and support buildings, will normally be unit substation metal-clad switchgear. The secondary distribution breakers are often arranged in a Main-Tie-Main configuration for selection of power from redundant 13.8 kV primary sources.

3. Electrical (Substation Monitoring System)

a. SSC: NASA acquires status information about the 13.8 kV electric distribution system via remote monitoring of site-wide components. MPCo provides real-time substation status for its three (3) 115 kV/13.8 kV step-down electric substations at

SSC (available for viewing in the Energy Management and Control System

(EMCS) control center,). Government-owned systems provide real-time status for a critical subset of Government-owned, Contractor-operated, 13.8 kV air-break switches that are located throughout the site.

b. MAF: The Powerlogic System is used to monitor and manage the MAF power distribution system. The system consists of power quality meters, predominately

Powerlogic series 4000 devices, for monitoring electrical consumption and power quality. All real-time and historical data are transmitted to a central server and accessed from a web browser. Trending reports from real-time and historical records help monitor and understand energy usage of a particular system or location and aid in determining the effectiveness of energy conservation efforts. Other major benefits of the system include the ability to improve system reliability by identifying power quality conditions, such as harmonics and transients, to determine cause and effect of power quality problems from the load or from the supply side, to assist with design decisions, and to conduct capacity planning studies.

1. Emergency Power Backup Systems

a. SSC: Critical administrative and data center buildings have either diesel, natural gas, or bi-fuel (e.g., diesel/natural gas) generators feeding into manual or automatic transfer switches. Sensitive computer equipment in data centers is fed power through central Uninterruptable Power Supplies (UPS).

b. MAF: Production critical/sensitive equipment/systems have either diesel generators or UPSs. Essential emergency electricity is fed from Building 345 where four (4) diesel engine generators provide backup power for site essential equipment.

These generators can provide 6.0MVA at 13.8 kV line to line. There are also eighteen (18) stationary and five (5) portable diesel generators, ranging from 3.5kW to 1,000 kW, located throughout the site, capable of producing 7.1 Megawatts

(MW) to backup production critical processes, emergency lights, sanitary lift stations, storm drain pumping stations and communications.

2. Energy Management and Control Systems - The site-wide Energy Management and

Control System (EMCS) at each Center is used for control of building systems, primarily

HVAC equipment such as boilers, chillers, air handlers, and cooling towers. This system features central control consoles which communicate to field control panels by way of an

Ethernet VLAN which is managed by NASA and a separate IT support contractor.

Central monitoring hardware, software, field panels and other EMCS devices are predominately manufactured by Siemens, Inc. (SSC) or Johnson Controls Inc. (MAF).

3. Facility Fire Protection Systems - In addition to fire detection and alarm systems, many buildings have sprinkler/fire suppression systems of various configurations (i.e., wet pipe, dry pipe, non-aqueous).

4. Fire Detection and Security Systems - The site-wide fire alarm system at each Center is comprised of fire detection panels within the facilities linked to a Central Station at each

Center with 24-hour monitoring. There is a mix of zone alarm and addressable systems which communicate to/from the Central Station through Monaco transceivers (SSC) and a Local Area Network (LAN) (MAF). The system monitoring software, fire detection panels, and field detection/annunciation devices are predominately manufactured by

Siemens, Inc. (SSC) or SimplexGrinnell (MAF).

5. Fire Water System (MAF)- Fire water is supplied to the MAF mains from an onsite one-million-gallon water storage tank and from the Sewage & Water Board. The firewater pumps, located at Building 201, pressurizes the fire water distribution system throughout MAF, except at Buildings 320, 321, 350, 351, 352, and 404, which obtain firewater from the domestic mains. A 200,000-gallon elevated storage tank (152 feet) located west of Building 110 provides water storage and pressurizes the system to 66 psig if the other pressurizing equipment fails. (See Potable Water description for SSC)

6. Fuel Management Monitoring Systems (SSC Only) - The fuel management monitoring system is manufactured by Veeder-Root, Inc. This system consists of fuel level sensing equipment which communicates to a workstation located and monitored at the EMCS control center.

7. Grounding Systems - Building power grounding systems are composed of grounding cables and rods. Grounding Systems require periodic testing and repair.

8. High Pressure Gas (HPG) System

a. MAF: The MAF Liquid/Gaseous Nitrogen (LN2/GN2) conversion facility (Bldg.

175) converts liquid nitrogen to gaseous nitrogen distributed throughout the facility at pressures of 125 psig and 4000 psig, respectively. Gaseous Nitrogen is supplied to Buildings 103, 110, 114, 115, 130, 131, 190, 318, 420, and 451 Tank Farm.

b. MAF: Helium trailers (GHe) are located on the building 103 Apron. The supply and associated piping are located on the north end of Building 103 with working pressure at 4000 psi. The piping runs from the western exterior apron of 103 to

Building 115 in the east. Helium supply drops are located in area 51, column E4, alternate area 51 (E3), final assembly, area 96, and in building 115.

• Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems - Site HVACs consist of a variety of equipment and systems used for the purpose of maintaining temperature, humidity, and air quality conditions within design limits. HVAC includes chillers, direct expansion (DX) unitary equipment, boilers, air handling equipment, piping systems, pumps, cooling towers, exhaust systems, refrigeration equipment, instrumentation and controls, and peripheral equipment required to control temperatures, humidity conditions, and air quality.

• Industrial Wastewater System

a. SSC: There are three (3) permitted industrial water wells present in the SSC test complex, with one (1) in active status and two (2) in standby status. The active industrial well supplies water to the heat lift system located in SSC B-4220.

b. MAF: The system collects waste from specific areas and discharges it through lift stations to the Industrial Wastewater Treatment Facility (IWTF). The system consists of an aboveground force main system with thirteen (13) lift stations. These lift stations transfer the collected waste to the IWTF where it is treated by demineralization for reuse in the plant, or chemically treated for discharge into the

Borrow Canal.

• Instrumentation – Facility instrumentation is installed for real-time display of facility processes and data recording.

• Lighting Systems - Includes exterior lighting for roadways, parking areas, safety, and security; interior general lighting for buildings/facilities; emergency and exit lighting;

obstruction and warning lighting; etc. Components include fixtures, lamps, reflectors, ballasts, lenses, diffusers, light poles, conductors, conduit, photocells, timers, fuses, switches, power supplies, batteries, and associated hardware. Lamp types vary and include, but are not limited to, incandescent, compact fluorescent, fluorescent, High

Intensity Discharge (HID), LED, etc.

• Lightning Protection Systems - Larger buildings, buildings which have high-value electronic equipment, and buildings used for storage of pyrotechnics or ordinance feature lightning-protection equipment such as air terminals, grounding cables, and grounding rods.

• Marine Systems

a. SSC: Marine systems are a series of locks and canals required to transport propellants and devices to and from test stands, and to move devices between the

Pearl River and the canals. Marine systems are also defined as the NASA Tugboat and barges used on and offsite to move material from one location to another.

Marine Systems include, but are not limited to the NASA Tugboat (Clermont II);

the double-spanned, counter-balanced Bascule Bridge controlled by variable speed electric motors; a navigation lock that allows marine traffic to transition from the canal to the river; approximately six (6) miles of canals banked with rip-rap and docks; a canal pumping station used to pump water from the river into the canal to maintain water level; a spillway system; fifteen (15) docks with associated mooring dolphins and devices for loading/unloading liquid oxygen; twelve (12) docks with associated mooring dolphins and devices for loading/unloading liquid hydrogen;

skiff with outboard motor; and various water structures, navigational aids, three (3) work barges, piers, safety equipment, and operating supplies.

b. MAF: The Michoud marine systems are defined as the Michoud Harbor, NASA

Barge Pegasus, Utility Boat Pelican, and office/storage facilities. Marine Systems also include, but are not limited to, loading docks and berth spaces, associated harbor pilings, buoys, mooring dolphins, and utilities.

The Michoud Harbor marine systems are defined as the Michoud Harbor, NASA

Barge Pegasus, Utility Boat Pelican, and office/storage facilities. Marine Systems also include but are not limited to, loading docks and berth spaces, associated harbor pilings, buoys, mooring dolphins, and utilities.

The Michoud Harbor has the following dimensions and capacity.

Width is 104"6"

Length is 240'

Live Load Capacity is 1,100 PSF

Slip Capacity is 600 tons

The maximum size deck barge that can be navigated through major local water channels is approximately 100 ft. by 400 ft. Height restrictions to reach various ports will change by season, due to water levels.

• Natural Gas System - The natural gas system includes, but is not limited to, the piping, meters, odorizing station, regulators, and accessories which distribute natural gas from the suppliers metering station to the points of utilization. (Exception for SSC: All distribution piping and accessories servicing the 9000 series buildings at SSC, from the supplier’s metering station to the point of utilization, including the building-level meters, are the property of the gas supplier).

• Potable Water Systems

a. SSC: The potable water system provides for the generation, treatment, storage, and distribution of water for domestic purposes (per the applicable State Health

Regulations) and for fire protection. The system includes but is not limited to the following elements, with all the associated appurtenances and ancillary equipment:

two wells approximately 1500’ deep and two (2) wells approximately 800’ feet, with centrifuge pumps, four (4) elevated storage tanks, secondary booster pumps, distribution mains, automatic chlorine analyzers/injectors, and a comprehensive cross-connection program.

b. MAF: Potable water, provided by New Orleans Sewage and Water Board

(S&WB), is supplied via an offsite twelve (12) inch underground main that feeds five (5) onsite feeder mains (two (2) @ twelve (12) inch, two (2) @ eight (8) inch, one (1) @ four (4) inch). One of the 12” lines is connected to an onsite million-gallon water storage tank; local potable water pumps deliver water to the points of utilization.

• Parking Lots and Road Systems

Road systems are characterized by the following types:

1) Arterial – The arterial roads are major traffic arteries for movement of a large number of vehicles with the least interference possible.

2) Local – The local roads provide direct access to land and buildings.

3) Collector – These roads collect traffic from local streets and feed this traffic to the arterial roads.

4) Secondary Roads –

5) Parking Lots - Numerous parking lots located throughout the site for vehicle parking.

a. SSC: There are approximately 112 miles of Arterial, Local, and Collector roads and 47 miles of secondary roads at SSC.

b. MAF: There are approximately 20 miles of Arterial, Local and Collector roads.

• Sanitary Sewage Systems

a. SSC: The main site-wide system is comprised of underground gravity lines and forced mains, as well as lift stations which collect and transfer domestic wastewater from the buildings/facilities to aerated treatment lagoons. Treatment at the lagoons is accomplished mainly via the use of aquatic plants. Final discharge of the effluent passes through an Ultra-Violet disinfectant system before entering nearby creeks.

Additionally, there are three (3) rock-reed systems serving small remote buildings..

b. MAF: The sanitary sewage system consists of an underground piping system of four (4) ten (10) inch gravity lines, small pumping stations, and lift stations that collect sanitary waste and transport it through a twelve (12) inch force main to a central lift station located northeast of MAF. The sewage is then fed to a thirty (30) inch New Orleans Sewage and Water Board (S&WB) force main for final discharge and treatment. The system serves all buildings and structures at MAF. The total capacity of the sewage ejector pumps is more than 3,000 gallons per minute transported through the twelve (12) inch force main to the S&WB collection system.

• Fuel Dispensing System o In use at the U. S. Coast Guard Exchange (MAF) (Bldg 358) o In use at the U.S. Navy Exchange (Bldg 2124) and Location #2107 (SSC)