Attachment 1 - (Amended) Mold Remediation SOW.docx

STATEMENT OF WORK

CIVIL AIR PATROL

MOLD ABATEMENT, REMEDIATION SERVICES AND CEILING REPAIR

GENERAL:

Services non personal to furnish all labor, services, tools, materials, equipment, transportation, supervision and miscellaneous requirements needed to perform all operations in conjunction with the effort to accomplish the Statement of Work (SOW). Contractor shall have current certifications in mold abatement and remediation. The project shall be completed in accordance with industry standards, applicable safety regulations, generally accepted industrial hygiene practices and this SOW. Upon completion of mold remediation and cleaning following industry standards, all surfaces abated shall be wiped with an EPA-registered disinfectant and coated with a mold inhibitor. The contractor shall submit product data sheets and safety data sheets of all chemicals to be used prior to the commencement of work. Contractor shall conduct a pre-test to establish a baseline and develop mold remediation schedule for review by the Government prior to commencement of work. Contractor shall submit a project schedule indicating the beginning of all work activities and the anticipated completion dates. Following the completion of work, the Contractor shall complete a post-remediation test for comparison.

1. Place of Performance:

CAP-USAF

Bldg. 714 105 S Hansell St Montgomery, Al 36112

2. Description of Work: The contractor shall possess current certifications in mold remediation. The contractor shall provide all labor, materials, tools, personnel, transportation, equipment, and services necessary for this project. The contractor shall perform all assessment, containment, removal, cleaning, and post-remediation verification activities in accordance with recognized industry standards and generally accepted industrial hygiene practices. Acceptable references include ANSI/IICRC S520, EPA Mold Remediation in Schools and Commercial Buildings, and other nationally recognized standards that provide an equivalent level of protection. Where differences exist, the contractor shall apply the more protective practice unless otherwise approved by the Contracting Officer. The contractor shall provide removal and remediation of building materials showing visible signs of mold growth, excessive water saturation, or moisture intrusion. The contractor shall also evaluate the affected area and inform the Facility Manager if furniture, ceiling tiles, or any cubicle fixtures need removal or replacement. During the performance of mold remediation, Contractor shall inspect areas for root cause of moisture intrusion or excess saturation and inform building manager of locations and sources for Government’s internal remediation efforts. The contractor shall not remove carpet flooring nor remove or disturb paint from walls during the cleaning and decontamination process. The Government does not anticipate the need for an industrial hygienist in the performance of this SOW.

2.1 Existing wall and ceiling cavities shall be cleaned, treated with an EPA-registered disinfectant, coated with a mold inhibitor and allowed to completely dry. The Government does not anticipate a need to create additional openings in walls or ceilings for remediation efforts. However, should mold sources be identified that would require creating new openings, the contractor shall notify the Government for coordination. Contractor shall not remove carpet flooring or disturb the paint on the walls during the cleaning and decontamination process.

2.2 Contractor shall perform a comprehensive inspection and source-removal cleaning of the facility HVAC system. All components, including supply/return ductwork, air handler units, coils, drain pans, and registers, shall be cleaned. The contractor shall inform the Facility Manager of any HVAC parts that need to be removed or replaced in regards to mold remediation efforts. A schematic of the HVAC system is included for reference in Attachment 1, Building HVAC Plans.

2.3 Contractor shall perform fine particle and surface cleaning, consisting of BASIC HEPA vacuuming on all surfaces; including desks and furniture, to remove dust, mold spores, and microbial debris. Utilize EPA-approved antimicrobial solutions for damp wiping of hard, nonporous surfaces.

2.4 Work shall be performed in such a way as to minimize the impact on any building occupants and will minimize the amount of dust or remediation debris outside of work areas.

2.5 Contractor shall be responsible for daily cleaning and disposal of debris generated in the performance of this SOW.

2.6 Contractor shall conduct post-remediation verification, to include air testing and moisture level checks in the remediated areas, to ensure a normal fungal ecology has been restored.

2.7 Contractor shall coordinate work schedules with the Contracting Officer Representative (COR)/Facility Manager.

2.8 Contractor shall coordinate post-remediation verification (PRV). An independent third-party industrial hygienist or qualified environmental professional shall conduct Post-Remediation Verification following completion of remediation. PRV shall include a visual inspection, moisture assessment, HVAC evaluation, and indoor/outdoor environmental sampling, as appropriate, to verify that moisture sources have been eliminated, no visible contamination remains, the building exhibits no evidence of indoor microbial amplification, and normal fungal ecology has been restored. The verifier shall provide a written report documenting the evaluation and professional opinion that the affected areas are suitable for re-occupancy.

3. Performance Period: Work shall be accomplished within 20 calendar days following the completion and approval of the contractor’s mold remediation protocol; including any time for shipping and handling of equipment.

4. Operational Coverage: Normal Business hours are from 8:00am to 4:30pm, Monday through Friday (excluding federal holidays). Should the contractor require access to the facility for performance during weekends, coordination must be completed with the Facility Manager. However, the Government cannot guarantee that weekend access will be available during the performance of this contract. Federal Holidays include: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King's Birthday, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas and any other day specifically declared by the President of the United States to be a national holiday.

5. Notification Responsibilities: The Contractor shall notify the COR via phone or e-mail, a minimum of 24 hours in advance of: (a) initially starting work or starting work after a multi-workday pause, (b) ceasing work for a multi-workday pause, and (c) deliveries of major materials or equipment.

6. Contractor Qualifications: Contractor shall be a firm who has the expertise and knowledge, and regularly engaged in the containment, remediation, demolition and abatement of mold. Contractor must be IICRC SF520 Mold Remediation Specialist certified. Contractor shall provide proof of qualifications, insurance, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) certifications, and any applicable State certifications as required by law. Contractors site point of contact shall be a qualified competent person as defined by OSHA standards. The competent person shall have completed OSHA mold abatement and remediation training, have met all training requirements and posses all required and current documentation.

7. General Requirements on Mold-containing Materials: Prior to initiating work involving mold abatement, PPE determination and health issues related to potential mold exposure will be addressed to the Safety Office and the Contracting Officer. Protection of the health and safety of workers responsible for mold abatement will include at a minimum, the following: awareness training, including health effects associated with mold exposure; assignment of individual responsibility for required activities; selection and use of appropriate respiratory protection equipment; instruction in the care and use of respiratory protection equipment; and medical evaluation to determine the appropriate work assignments. The contractor shall be responsible for implementing steps for infection control, inclusive of the use of walk-off mats and floor to ceiling containment.

8. Warning Signs and Labels: Work areas in which there is a presence of mold shall be sealed off dust-tight and marked with appropriate signs. Signs shall be created and posted in accordance with USEPA worker protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.29. Warning signs shall be provided.

9. Dumpster Requirements: The contractor shall coordinate as necessary with the COR/Facility Manager the placement of an open top dumpster for waste materials.

10. Disposal of Waste Material: The contractor is responsible for dumpster for waste materials and removing demo waste from the construction area. Any dust and debris accumulated in the corridors along the transportation route must be minimized by removal with a wet mop or vacuum as soon as feasibly possible to reduce tracking of mold contaminated sheetrock dust into other areas of the bldg.

11. Contractor Storage: An on-site open and/or closed storage area for Contractor project material may be designated and set aside by the COR /Facility Manager. Security of the storage area and project materials shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. The Contractor shall keep the storage area neat, orderly and clear of all debris. The Contractor shall not allow trash or other debris to be scattered from their area by wind or other means. All storage areas will be kept clear of trash and building material debris.

12. Electrical Service and Communications Facilities: The Contractor shall not disturb electrical and/or communications facilities and wiring. Where such facilities require removal for accomplishment of the task, the Contractor shall notify the COR at least 24 hours of the requirement, for the accomplishment of such removals by the Government. The Contractor shall allow the telephone company and communication personnel access to the systems required. If damage by construction activities occurs, the Contractor shall restore service within 24-hours with no cost to the government.

13. Materials Removed: All materials not reused in the project will be designated as either salvageable or unsalvageable by the COR. Salvageable materials shall remain the property of the government and shall be disposed of by the Contractor as directed by the COR. Materials to be removed shall be removed without damage to adjacent areas. All damage resulting from removal shall be repaired by the Contractor at no cost to the government with materials of like nature, type, and construction as were damaged or with materials to match existing adjacent areas. Unsalvageable materials shall be considered Construction and Demolition waste to be disposed of by the contractor. If the unsalvageable materials are relatively small, the contractor may dispose of the materials in the solid waste dumpster behind the boiler plant.

14. Construction and Demolition Wastes: The Contractor shall separate and handle all hazardous wastes according to the Environmental Protection Statement. All remaining non-hazardous waste shall be considered construction and demolition (C&D) waste. The Contractor shall dispose of all waste in accordance with all applicable regulations.

15. Fire Protection Requirement: Protect all fire alarm/fire suppression system components from damage during the project. If assistance is required due to proximity to/affecting the systems contact the Maxwell AFB Fire Department (334)953-7449/Civil Engineer Contractor Chugach alarm shop (334)953-3333 prior to work beginning. If any fire suppression system components are removed, a documented review of the fire alarm system is required with all parties present prior to project start and at completion of project. A licensed NICET II or higher fire alarm technician is required for removal and reinstallation of devices.

16. Security Requirements: Contractor Notification Responsibilities: The contractor shall notify the contracting officer within 30 days before on-base performance of the service. The notification shall include:

a. Name, address, and telephone number of contractor employees working on the contract.

b. The contract number and contracting agency.

c. The location(s) of service performance and future performance, if known.

d. The date service performance begins.

e. Any change to information previously provided under this paragraph

17. Installation Access Requirements: As prescribed by the DAFFARS 5352.242-9000, Contractor access to Air Force installations, AFI 31-218, Motor Vehicle Traffic Supervision, and DoDM5200.08v3_AFMAN31-101v3, Installation Perimeter Access Control.

The contractor shall obtain base identification, and vehicle passes, if required, for all contractor personnel who make frequent visits to or perform work on the Department of the Air Force installations cited in the contract. Contractor personnel are required to wear or prominently display installation identification badges or contractor-furnished contractor identification badges while visiting or performing work on the installation.

The contractor shall submit a written request on company letterhead to the Contracting Officer (CO) listing the following: contract number, location of worksite, start and stop dates, and names of employees and subcontractor employees needing access to the base. The letter will also specify the individual(s) authorized to sign for a request for base identification credentials or vehicle passes. The contracting officer will endorse the request and forward it to the issuing base pass and registration office or Security Forces for processing. When reporting to the registration office, the authorized contractor individual(s) should provide a valid driver’s license, current vehicle registration, and valid vehicle insurance certificate to obtain a vehicle pass.

During performance of the service, the contractor shall be responsible for obtaining required identification for newly assigned personnel and for prompt return of credentials for any employee who no longer requires access to the work site.

Upon completion or termination of the contract or expiration of the identification passes, the prime contractor shall ensure that all base identification passes issued to employees and subcontractor employees are returned to the issuing office.

Failure to comply with these requirements may result in withholding of final payment.

Vehicle Inspections. All commercial vehicles will be directed to Gate 3 (Kelly St) or Gate 4 (Congressman Dickenson for Gunter) for processing through the Commercial Vehicle Inspection (CVI) Area, when operational. During non-duty hours and holidays, commercial vehicle inspections will be conducted at Gate 1 (Maxwell Blvd) or Gate 4 (Congressman Dickinson Drive) only. Inspection members will conduct thorough inspections of the interior and exterior of the vehicle for items prohibited from the installation such as explosive devices, weapons and ammunition, drugs, and open or closed alcohol containers.

18. Controlled/Restricted Areas: If work under this contract requires unescorted entry to controlled or restricted areas, the contractor shall comply with DAFI 31-101, Integrated Defense, and DoDM5200.02_DAFMAN 16-1405, Air Force Personnel Security Program.

19. Reporting Requirements: The contractor shall comply with AFI 71-101, Volume- 1, Criminal Investigations, and Volume-2, Protective Service Matters, requirements. Contractor personnel shall report to 42d Air Base Wing Information Protection Office, any information or circumstances of which they are aware may pose a threat to the security of DoD personnel, contractor personnel, resources, and classified or unclassified defense information. Contractor employees shall be briefed by their immediate supervisor upon initial on-base assignment and as required thereafter.

20. Traffic Laws: The contractor and their employees shall comply with base traffic regulations set forth in AFI 31-218, Motor Vehicle Traffic Supervision and DoDM5200.08v3_AFMAN31-101v3, Installation Perimeter Access Control. Personnel in violation may be issued a Central Violations Bureau Form 1805 traffic ticket.

21. Random Installation Entry/Exit Checks: Entry/exit vehicle checks are conducted by order of the 42 ABW Commander. These checks are conducted for the purpose of safeguarding the base and protecting government property by discovering and seizing stolen property, classified information, and contraband. Refusal to submit to an installation (entry/exit) vehicle check may result in the loss of base driving privileges, revocation of base registration, or debarment action.

22. Cellular Phone Operation Policy: The use of cellular phones while operating a motorized vehicle is prohibited on Maxwell-Gunter. Although discouraged, drivers are authorized to use devices, i.e. ear bud or ear boom, which allows their cellular phone to be operated hands-free. The device must not cover both ears. This policy applies to everyone driving on Maxwell AFB and Gunter Annex. Personnel in violation may be issued a Central Violations Bureau Form 1805 traffic ticket.

23. Wireless Electronic Devices: The contractor will not establish their own Information Technology (IT) systems or networks (Local Area Networks [LAN], Wide Area Network [WAN], Cellular phone/USB Modem as WAN, Wi-Fi as WAN, etc.), or camera system without the direct permission of the Program Manager and governing communications and responsible information systems office (42 CS).

24. Firearms and Ammunition: Transporting weapons or ammunition, concealed or otherwise, IS NOT permitted by any non-law enforcement personnel on Maxwell AFB/Gunter Annex at any time regardless of state issued concealed weapons/LEOSA permits. Violations may result in criminal prosecution under applicable federal laws.

25. Illegal Weapons: The below weapons are considered illegal, unless specifically authorized by competent authority and are prohibited on Maxwell AFB/Gunter Annex. Violations may result in criminal prosecution under applicable federal laws.

a. Switchblade knives or knives with any type of automatic blade release.

b. An incendiary/explosive weapon (e.g., grenades, flash bangs).

c. Fireworks

d. Homemade mortars, aka "tennis ball launchers" or similar devices.