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STATEMENT OF WORK

Test Cathodic Protection Systems on Water Tanks April 2011 Project Work Order Number: 45077

SECTION – 1.0 – GENERAL:

1.1. Contractor shall furnish all supervision, personal protection equipment (PPE), labor, tools, equipment, transportation, materials and incidentals necessary for performing any work related to this project. All costs and fines levied against Beale AFB due to the contractor’s failure to comply with applicable federal, state or local laws shall be paid by the contractor. The contactor shall comply with all State, Federal, and Local codes and regulations.

1.1.1. This project requires the testing/validation of eight existing cathodic protection systems installed on Beale AFB water tanks. The tanks must be inspected IAW UFC 3-570-06. Inspections will be annotated on AF IMT 1689. A project plan will be submitted by the contractor for approval prior to the start of inspections.

1.1.2. The contractor is responsible for the complete cleaning of the work site at the end of each day. There are no waste or disposal areas available on the base. The contractor will make arrangements at an off-base location in accordance with State, Federal and Local codes for disposal of waste generated from the site. Contractor may be working in a Foreign Object Debris (FOD) sensitive area and all debris generated during the course of this project shall be removed daily and disposed of off base. Place oily rags and waste in self-closing metal containers, removed from site at the end of each day. Do not let rags and waste accumulate.

1.1.3. Working hours for the contractor will normally be between the hours of 7:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M., Monday through Friday, excluding federal holidays. If the contractor desires to work during periods other than above, the request must be identified in writing (5 days prior to such work) to the Project Manager. The contractor will list the desired dates and identify the work that will be accomplished if approval is given at least three days in advance. The Contracting Officer may authorize the contractor to perform work during periods other than the normal duty hours/days; however, if the Project Manager/Inspector is required to perform in excess of their normal duty days/hours solely for the benefit of the contractor, the actual cost of inspection at overtime rates will be charged to the contractor. These adjustments will be charged to the contract price and shall be deducted from the next payment authorized after overtime rates have been determined. In addition to the above, close coordination with the government must be maintained. Whenever work has been scheduled and accomplished, notice must be given to both the Project Manager/Inspector and Contracting Officer as early as possible to ensure inspections are accomplished as required. If proper inspections are not accomplished as a result of such lack of notification, the contractor bears the risk of possibly removing completed work and re-accomplishing for the purpose of inspection.

1.1.4. Work areas will be made available to the contractor to the greatest degree possible. Should it become necessary for the contractor to close the panel to perform required work, the request for approval shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer (CO) a minimum of ten (10) business days prior to the desired closure date. At least limited access for emergency vehicles and personnel shall be guaranteed at all times.

1.1.5. There are no Government furnished covered or secure storage areas. The contractor can provide a temporary storage container at a site approved by the Contracting Officer. Security of the container and stored items remains the responsibility of the contractor. The contractor shall keep storage, staging and work areas neat and orderly. Upon completion of work, any storage areas shall be returned to original condition.

1.2. DESCRIPTION OF WORK:

1.2.1. The work to be accomplished under this project shall include, but not be limited to, the accomplishment of the following items.

1.2.2. A detailed project plan will be provided to 9 CES/CEOFE (Mr. Lyn Phillips) by the contractor at least 10 working days prior to the start of work. The project plan must include a step by step process of accomplishing all inspections/validations. As well as a list of proposed chemicals and equipment needed to accomplish the work.

1.2.3. Work will not begin until the project plan has been approved by all governing authorities.

1.2.4. The contractor shall not alter the existing working system unless preapproved by the Project Manager and the facility supervisor prior to dismantling the system.

1.2.5. The contractor shall disconnect all water, exhaust, mechanical, and electrical connections necessary for safeguarding workers from any hazards.

1.2.6. The contractor must be knowledgeable on making confined space entries. While making confined space entries the contractor will comply with OSHA Standard 1910.146 and all applicable Federal and State Laws.

1.2.7. The contractor must furnish all of the special equipment necessary to make a confined space entry. Equipment is subject to inspection by 9 CES/CEOIU. (Water/Fuels Systems)

1.2.8. The contractor shall test and validate eight cathodic protection systems currently installed on different Beale AFB water tanks. Inspections will include:

1.2.8.1. Tank-to-Water potential profile within tank to monitor and verify effectiveness of system on submerged surface of tank.

1.2.8.2. Electrical measurements to test anode and reference cells.

1.2.8.3. Inspect, test, and clean rectifier, controls, meters, contacts, wiring and connections. Replace fuses as required.

1.2.8.4. Adjust system for optimum corrosion control on submerged metal surface of tank.

1.2.8.5. Submit report with all data obtained, evaluation of data, and recommendations for continued performance.

1.2.8.6. All inspections will be In Accordance With UFC 3-570-06 (tables 4-5 / 4-6). Inspection records will be annotated on AF IMT 1689. Please refer to Appendix A for details.

1.2.6. Water tank specifications:

Capacity/Structure

Designation/Location

System No.

500,000 Reservoir

Housing Tank P4800 90576 1,000,000 Reservoir Housing Tank P4802 90577

500,000 Reservoir

Pave Paws Tank P5750 90578

3,000,000 Reservoir

Cantonment Tank P2694 90579 250,000 Elev. Storage Tank Bldg. 1150

90575

50,000 Reservoir

Reservoir #1 Bldg. 1038 90237

50,000 Reservoir

Reservoir #2 Bldg. 1038 90238

45,000 Reservoir Reservoir #3 Bldg. 11598 N/A

45,000 Reservoir Reservoir #4 Bldg. 11599 N/A

1.2.7 Any changes or substitutions to these specifications shall be made at the direction of the Contracting Officer only. The government will incur no cost for any work that is performed without prior authorization of the Contracting Officer.

The inspection period will take place between August and September each year.

1.3 PROJECT LOCATION:

1.3.1 Beale AFB is located 15 miles east of Marysville, CA, on North Beale Rd. once exited CA-70.

SECTION - 2.0 - LOGISTICS

2.1 PROJECT COORDINATION:

2.2. For purposes of this project, the 9 CES Project Managers are Mr. Duane Barker (CP Engineer) at 530-634-2658, Mr. Lyn Phillips (Section Supervisor) Mr. Ronnie Sandoval and Mr. Joe Halter (CP Testers) at 530-634-2690.

2.2.1. In order for the work to progress smoothly and cause minimal difficulties, it will be necessary for the contractor and project manager/inspector to maintain close and active coordination and scheduling. Access to the work site in order to perform this project, will be based on facility occupancy scheduling and could vary throughout the course of this project.

2.2.2. The contractor shall submit to the Project Manager a list of all personnel, vehicles, and equipment to be used on the project. This list will be coordinated with the Security Forces, Fire Department, and other base organizations a minimum of five (5) business days prior to the first work day or 30 days after the award of the contract. Updates to the list shall be provided when changes occur.

2.2.3. It is the contractor’s responsibility that all equipment, machines, and tools used in the performance of the work shall be approved and maintained in satisfactory operating condition, and used in the manner that the tool was designed to be used for.

2.3.

SITE CONDITIONS:

2.3.1.

Portions of the site(s) beyond on which work is performed are not to be disturbed. Conform to site rules and regulations affecting the work while engaged in project construction.

2.3.2.

Protect all adjoining surfaces and property of others from damage. Exercise care to prevent damaged items.

2.3.3.

All debris shall be removed immediately upon it’s generation in order to comply with Foreign Object Debris (FOD) requirements.

2.3.4.

Protect all areas adjacent to work area and work of other trades, whether to be worked or not, against damage. Contractor shall correct any damage by cleaning, repairing or replacing, and repainting, as acceptable to Contracting Officer.

2.3.5.

Upon completion of work of all trades, touch-up and restore all damaged or defaced painted surfaces.

2.4. UTILITIES:

2.4.1. Reasonable quantities of electricity and water shall be provided to the contractor without charge. The contractor shall be responsible for installation, maintenance, repair, and removal of temporary connections or lines, and for returning all utilities connections to original conditions. No utility service shall be interrupted unless authorized by the Contracting Officer.

2.4.2. Use of fire hydrants is prohibited without prior written approval from the Base Fire Department and requires the use of a back flow prevention device. Written requests for fire hydrant use shall be submitted to the Fire Department Technical Services Section a minimum of five (5) business days prior to the desired date of use.

2.4.3. Contractor shall advise the Project Manager in writing at least 10 business days in advance of any proposed utility shut-off. Maximum time for shut-off is 6 hours within any 36 hour period. All outages are subject to the approval of the Project Manager.

2.4.4. There are no Government telephones available for the contractor’s use. The contractor shall use existing pay telephones or provide cellular telephone service at his/her expense.

SECTION – 3.0 - QUALITY

3.1.

QUALITY CONTROL:

3.1.1.

The contractor shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local codes and regulations. The contractor shall also comply with industry standards except when tolerances that are more restrictive or requirements are indicated or specified. Qualified technician/journeymen shall perform all work in their respective line of work/trade.

3.1.2.

Where specifications require that a particular product or material be installed or applied the contractor shall ensure that they use those approved applications.

3.1.3.

The contractor shall submit manufacturer’s printed instructions and certificates for product when required by the manufacturer’s specification(s).

3.1.4.

The contractor shall comply with instructions in full detail, including each step in sequence. Should instructions conflict with contract documents, the contractor shall request clarification from the Contracting Officer before proceeding.

3.1.5.

The contractor shall submit manufacturers’ certificates that products meet specified requirements.

3.1.6.

The Contractor shall comply with the latest editions of:

· Part 1926 - Chapter of Title 29, Code of Federal Regulations.

· Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirement Manual, EM385-1-1

· Air Force Safety and Health Standard: AFOSH 91-501,

· Air Force Occupational Safety and Health Program.

3.2.

QUALITY ASSURANCE:

3.2.1.

The contractor and their subcontractor(s) shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local codes and regulations. The contractor and their subcontractors shall also comply with industry standards except when tolerances that are more restrictive or requirements are indicated or specified. Preparation, application, workmanship, completion, and acceptance shall be in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations.

3.2.2.

Workmanship shall conform to all of the methods and operations of best standards and accepted practices of the trade or trades involved, and shall include all items of fabrication, construction, or installation regularly furnished or required for completion (including any finish), and for successful operation as intended.

3.2.3.

The contractor shall ensure that their subcontractor(s) use approved tools and equipment whenever required in these specifications that a particular product and/or material(s) be installed and/or applied by an “approved applicator” of the manufacturer.

3.2.4.

The contractor and their subcontractors shall comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations concerning environmental pollution control and abatement. Contractor shall provide material that conforms to the restrictions of California Air Resources Board and local Air Pollution Control District. Notify CO of any paint specified which fails to conform to Air Quality Management District regulations.

3.2.5.

The contractor shall clean up and properly dispose of all liquid spills caused by them self or their subcontractor(s) equipment and vehicles.

SECTION – 4.0 – RISK MANAGEMENT

4.1. SAFETY:

4.1.1. The contractor shall comply with all applicable Federal, State and Local safety standards. Current Air Force Occupational Safety and Health (AFOSH) standards also apply. The Contract Officer may, by written order, direct compliance with additional AFOSH, safety, and accident prevention standards. The contractor shall provide protection of persons and property, adequate protection of all persons shall be provided at all times. Work shall proceed in a manner to prevent hazards.

4.2. FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION:

4.2.1. The contractor shall comply with the Federal, State and Local Federal, State and Local Fire Code and become thoroughly familiar with the fire safety requirements applicable to this project. The contractor shall report any fire, no matter how small, by dialing 911. The Base Fire Department Technical Services Section is available to advise and assist on matters related to fire prevention and fire protection. They can be reached at (530) 634-8677.

4.2.2. Fire hoses and extinguishers shall not be moved or used for any purpose other than fire fighting. Smoking is strictly prohibited in any Federal facility or near flammables; smoking is permitted in designated areas only. The contractor shall notify the Fire Department of any utility outage that might affect fire suppression or detection systems. Prior to leaving the work site at the end of each day, the contractor shall ensure the area is left in a fire safe condition. Bulk storage of gasoline and burning of any material is strictly prohibited.

4.2.3. Welding, cutting or open flame operations will be coordinated between the project manager and the base fire department. The contractor shall not start welding or open flame operations until the approval from the base fire department and all permits have been approved and issued. It is the contractor’s responsibility to retrieve all permits and to inform the Project Manager the schedule of burn/welding days.

4.3. FACILITY DAMAGE:

4.3.1. The contractor shall be responsible for any and all damage to existing buildings and facilities incurred by his work force(s) and/or equipment, and shall repair said damages to the satisfaction of the Project Manager and Contracting Officer at no expense to the government.

4.4. HOUSEKEEPING:

4.4.1. The contractor shall provide their own refuse containers. Do not use any containers already on site. Contractor shall perform daily clean-up to minimize unsightly area. Contractor shall contain all clean-up material. Equipment cleaning fluids shall not be poured on the ground, storm drain or sanitary sewer. Flushing and cleaning fluids shall be removed off base and disposed of according to local, state & federal regulations. Contractor may store clean-up material at storage location but at the end of the contract the contractor shall remove all clean-up material and debris from the base and shall dispose of it IAW; all Federal, State, & local requirements. Do not allow any paint, equipment cleaning or flushing water to enter industrial waste, storm drain, or sanitary sewer lines. Contractor shall contact Base Fire Department if the above situation occurs. This constitutes a spill if the materials are released. Upon completion, remove all staging, scaffolding, and containers from the area in an orderly manner. Paint spots, oil or stains on adjacent surfaces shall be removed causing no damage to these surfaces. Leave each area of a completed facility neat and clean.

4.5. ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROLS:

4.5.1. The contractor shall be knowledgeable of and comply with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and requirements regarding environmental protection. In the event environmental laws/regulations/requirements change the term of this project, the contractor shall comply with such law/regulation as changed. If there is an increase or decrease in cost, as a result of the change, the contractor shall immediately inform the Contracting Officer for possible modification of the contract.

4.5.2. Hazardous Wastes must be disposed properly in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations. The contractor or generating organization must submit haz waste profiles to include MSDS's and/or sampling results to 9 CES/CEAN at least two days prior to shipping hazardous wastes from Beale AFB. Hazardous Waste shipments and all shipping documents (manifests, BOL's, LDR's, etc.) will be inspected and signed by 9 CES/CEAN before leaving base. The contractor or generating organization will complete manifests with the following information: EPA ID# CA7570024508; Beale 24 hr emergency #530-634-8675; generator mailing address- 9 CES/CEAN, 6601 B St., Beale AFB 95903; POC- 530-634-2644 Eric Maresh. Alternate POC phone #- 634-4452.

Appendix A

-AF IMT 1689

-UFC 3-570-06 Tables 4-5, 4-6