Statement_of_Objectives.pdf

23 Aug 2016

STATEMENT OF OBJECTIVES (SOO)

COMBINED OPERATIONS AND ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY FUNDED

MANAGEMENT INVASIVE SPECIES, CAT, MONGOOSE, PIG, RAT (BFMVOS550216)

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BELLOWS AIR FORCE STATION (BAFS)

23 AUGUST 2016

This Document is For Official Use Only (FOUO). Submit formal written requests for information.

1. OBJECTIVES. The purpose of the project is to provide wildlife damage management (WDM) services at Bellows Sir Force Station (BAFS). The project is divided between two types of trap zones funded separately by Operations (OPS) and Environmental Quality (EQ) (Fig. 2: BAFS, Aerial View with EQ & OPS Trap Zones).

Environmental Quality (EQ). The purpose of the EQ portion of the work is to protect threatened and endangered (T&E) waterbird species on Bellows Air Force Station (BAFS) to reduce threats posed by species such as, but not limited to, feral cats, feral pigs, Indian mongoose, rats, mice and introduced bird species. The EQ portion is in accordance with the goals and objectives of 1) the Bellows Air Force Station (BAFS) Integrated Natural Resources Management Plan (INRMP); and 2) a United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Biological Opinion (BO) to achieve Endangered Species Act requirements for species-at-risk and species of concern. The BO includes requirements to manage habitats for endangered, threatened, rare, sensitive or keystone flora or fauna species.

Operations (OPS). The purpose of the OPS portion of the work is to control feral animals that frequent the more populated areas of BAFS, especially the driving range, family circle area and northern boundary (pig entry points) at the base of the ridge line.

The tasks described in this SOO are to trap and humanly euthanize such species as, but not limited to, feral cats, feral pigs, Indian mongoose, rats, mice and introduced bird species.

2. SITE DESCRIPTION. The recreationally active portion of BAFS encompasses roughly 300 acres, including the 7.8 acres Pu‘ewai Wetlands. The primary areas of focus for this SOO includes approximately 100 acres.

The wetlands are used by shorebirds and other waterbirds, including endangered Ae‘o or Black-necked Stilt (Himantopus mexicanus knudseni), ‘Alae ‘Ula or Hawaiian common moorhen (Gallinule chlororopus sandvicensis), ‘Alae Ke‘okeo or Hawaiian Coot (Fulica alai), and Koloa or Hawaiian duck (Anas wyviliana) to forage, roost and breed. BAFS is restoring Pu‘ewai Wetlands for future use by native Hawaiian wetland birds as described in the USFWS BO. See attached Figures:

Fig 1, Location Map, BAFS and Pu‘ewai Wetlands Fig 2, Aerial View BAFS with Feral Animal Control Focus Areas

3. PROJECT MANAGEMENT, PLANNING, AND REPORTING REQUIREMENTS. The Contractor shall supply all necessary supervision, labor, equipment, vehicles and materials necessary to accomplish the work. The Contractor shall perform management and planning functions, including performance measurement and fund status reporting, through the course of this effort. The Contractor shall document the results of the project efforts under this SOO for government review and approval.

3.1 Meetings

3.1.1. Meetings/Teleconference Support. The Contractor shall attend and/or support meetings and teleconferences as required by the Contracting Officer (CO). The purpose of the meetings includes, but is not limited to, contract discussions, progress reviews, project scoping, planning, project status, and the general exchange of information concerning current activities.

3.1.2. Kick-Off Meeting. This SOO provides for activities required for the on-site kick-off meeting. The contractor will present a Performance Work Statement (described below) that will include a brief description of activities to fulfill the required tasks and finalized schedule.

4. PLANNING DOCUMENTS.

4.1. Performance Work Statement. Contractor shall prepare a Performance Work Statement (PWS) that will include a brief description of activities of the required tasks and finalized schedule. The PWS shall describe in detail the approach, methodologies, quality control, and other technical activities that shall be implemented to ensure that a quality project is completed.

The draft PWS shall be submitted to the SCONS PM for review within fourteen (14) Days of contract award. The Contractor shall revise the draft PWS as necessary based on all review comments received and submit a final PWS within fourteen (14) days of receipt of review comments. The final PWS shall be submitted both electronically (in both Microsoft Word and PDF formats) and as one (1) hard copy.

The PWS must be approved by the Contracting Officer prior to the commencement of the fieldwork. All work shall be conducted in accordance with the approved SOO.

4.2. Safety and Health Program. The Contractor shall develop and implement a written Safety and

Health Program in accordance with guidelines specified in USACE EM 385-1-1 Safety and Health Requirements Manual. The program will include a Site Safety and Health Plan and Accident Prevention Plan.

A draft Safety and Health Program shall be submitted electronically to the SCONS PM within fourteen (14) days of contract award. The Contractor shall revise these plans as necessary and submit a final Safety and Health Program within fourteen (14) days of receipt of SCONS review comments. The final Safety and Health Program shall be submitted both electronically (in both Microsoft Word and PDF formats) and one (1) hard copy.

The Contractor shall ensure that its subcontractors, suppliers, and support personnel follow all safety and health provisions established in the approved Safety and Health Program for the site. The SCONS reserves the right to stop work under this contract for any safety violations at no additional cost to the Government. The SCONS will verify that the Contractor has implemented corrective action before allowing continued performance under the contract.

4.3. ANIMAL TRAPPING, HANDLING and EUTHANASIA PROTOCOL. Institutional Animal Care and

Use Committee (IACUC) protocols will be followed to humanely trap, handle and euthanatize animals. Contractor will submit a written feral animal trapping and euthanasia protocol that describes capture methods, types of traps, trap placement, bait method, frequency to check traps, transportation methods, temporary housing, carcass disposition, and other descriptions relevant to trapping feral animals.

A draft feral animal trapping and euthanasia protocol shall be submitted electronically to the SCONS PM within sixty (60) days of contract award.

4.4. FIREARMS PROTOCOL. Firearms will only be permitted on BAFS with prior approval from BAFS

Security Forces and if the following conditions are met:

4.4.1. In the event trapping activities do not reduce feral animal populations to an acceptable level, other control methods used may include shooting using suppressed rim fire (0.22 caliber) rifles. All shots will be directed at a positively identified target with a definite backdrop (Be advised that very few BAFS locations have a definite backdrop). All shooting operations will be coordinated in advance with the Security Forces to ensure human safety.

4.4.2. Develop written firearm protocol that conforms to all applicable State and Federal regulations. The plan will identify the name and date-of-birth of individuals who are authorized to carry a firearm and the type of firearms and muzzle velocity;

4.4.3. Users must be properly trained and received official National Rifle Association certifications. Certificates will be available upon request;

4.4.4. Firearm use is only allowed in 4 of the 5 shaded zones in Fig 2, BAFS, Aerial View with EQ & OPS Trap Zones. Firearm use not allowed around the buildings in EQ Zone 2;

4.4.5. Firearm users must check in with BAFS Security Forces in Building 515 at the beginning of the daily work period;

4.4.6. Contractor will use the lowest caliber necessary to fulfill animal control practices.

5. NOTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS. The Contractor is required to notify the Contracting Officer of critical issues that may affect the contract performance and/or human health and the environment.

The types of issues that require notification include, but are not limited to, health risks, spills, changes in critical personnel, and finding Munitions and Explosives of Concern (MEC). MEC is unlikely and not anticipated. As an example, if MEC were discovered during field activities, the Contractor would be required to immediately stop work, report the discovery to BAFS Security Forces and implement the appropriate safety precautions. Field activities could not continue until clearance was received from the CO. On critical issues, verbal notification should be made immediately, followed by written notification as soon as practical.

6. PERMITS AND ARCHAEOLOGICAL MONITORING. The Contractor shall develop, coordinate, and assist the installation in applying for and obtaining all applicable federal, state, local, and other applicable permits required to perform and complete the SOO. Relevant permitting may include, but is not limited to, Section 7 consultation (Fish and Wildlife Service to ensure actions do not jeopardize endangered and threatened species), Environmental Impact Analysis Process (EIAP) process decision documents, and permits for rodenticide use. Excavation or significant ground disturbing activities are not anticipated for this project, however archaeological monitoring would be required in the event of excavation or significant ground disturbing activities.

7. BAFS ACCESS. The Contractor shall have access to BAFS in order to perform required tasks. To gain access, the contractor shall supply requested personal identifiable information of contractor personnel, to include sub-contractors, to BAFS Security Forces (SF) thru the contract Government representative and/or sponsor via the Form B-180 NLT 14 business days prior to contract start date.

BAFS SF will conduct background checks on each individual listed on the Form B180 and will post an Entry Access Listing (EAL) of authorized contractors at the Installation Entry Control Point when complete. Contractors shall present a valid identification card to the gate sentry for entry verification. Contractors, at no time, will have the authority to sponsor, escort or vouch additional personnel onto BAFS. Contractor vehicles will be subject to search prior to entry onto BAFS. The contractor shall immediately notify SF thru the Government representative anytime an individual is no longer required access to BAFS due to employment termination, re-assignment, etc.

8. WORK HOURS PER MONTH.

8.1. EQ. Contractor will conduct BAFS onsite WDM operations for 27 man-hours per month to control animals that impact the EQ portions of BAFS.

8.2. OPS. Contractor will conduct BAFS onsite WDM operations for 5 man-hours per month to control animals that impact the OPS portions of BAFS.

9. SPECIFIC TASKS. The qualified contractor shall complete all work within the scope of this contract independently with government guidance and periodic inspection of work activities. The tasks include trapping and equipment/supplies purchase. The contractor shall perform the work to meet monthly BAFS goals for specific types of animals identified by the Environmental Program Manager (EPM). Contractor shall mark the location of the smaller live traps in the field with a colored ribbon attached to a nearby tree. The trap shall also be marked with a tracking number and BAFS contact phone number. A trap location map shall also be included with the monthly status reports described in Section 12.2. Contractor shall make every effort to maintain high standards of safety and cleanliness. Contractor shall also make every effort to minimize the amount of disruption to the environment.

Contractor will conduct WDM operations for the following animals.

9.1. Feral/Free-Ranging Cats. The primary method to control cats at BAFS in the past was cage trapping during evening and night hours. All captured cats will be euthanized on premise or taken to the Humane Society unless otherwise directed by the EPM. Other control methods proposed by the contractor may be utilized after approval by the Contracting Officer.

9.2. Indian Mongoose. The primary methods to trap Indian Mongoose on BAFS in the past included live traps and spring-loaded traps (such as DOC 250’s) or Aerosol Piston Kill Traps (such as Goodnature) and will be humanely euthanized. Bait stations (utilizing approved rodenticide such as, but not limited to, diphacinone (Ramik), brodifacoum, bromethalin, zinc phosphide, difethialone (Firststrike)) may be used around buildings (not wetlands) to reduce rats, mice and mongooses with prior approval of BAFS and regulatory agencies. Other control methods proposed by the contractor may be utalized after approval by the Contracting Officer.

9.3. Rats and Mice. The primary method to control rats and mice on BAFS in the past was snap traps. Bait stations (utilizing approved rodenticide such as, but not limited to, diphacinone (Ramik), brodifacoum, bromethalin, zinc phosphide, difethialone (Firststrike)) may be used around buildings (not wetlands) to reduce rats, mice and mongooses with prior approval of BAFS and regulatory agencies. Other control methods proposed may be utilized after approval by the Contracting Officer.

9.4. Feral Pigs. The primary methods to trap pigs on BAFS in the past included leg snares, cage and corral traps. All carcasses will be removed and properly disposed at an approved landfill, unless other arrangements are made by the Station Commander or his/her designee(s). Other control methods proposed by the contractor may be utilized after approval by the Contracting Officer.

9.5. Introduced Bird Species. Methods to remove introduced bird species (such as but not limited to

Cattle Egrets, Black-crowned Night-herons, Pigeons, Common barn owls, and common mynas), may include scare devices, trapping, air rifle or firearm (such as .22 suppressed rifle). Other control methods proposed by the contractor may be utilized after approval by the Contracting Officer. All carcasses will be removed and properly disposed of at an approved landfill, unless other arrangements are approved by the EPM or Civil Engineering. Refer to Section 4.4 for use of firearms. A Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA) permit is required to shoot birds.

10. MINIMUM NUMBER TRAPPING STATIONS.

10.1. In addition to work hours, Table 1 identifies the minimum number of trapping stations to be used, until feral animal populations decline.

Table 1: Minimum Number Trapping Stations and Frequency Checks

11. EQUIPMENT/SUPPLIES. Equipment and supplies that are purchased using government funds remain the property of the BAFS. Equipment and supplies may include (but not limited to):

Table 2: Equipment & Supplies

Type Trap (Feral Animal) Frequency Check

# Trapping Stations

Buildings & Scrub

# Trapping Stations

Wetlands

Pig Snares 24 hrs. 2 2

Pig Cage Traps 24 hrs. 4 0

Pig Coral Traps 48 hrs. 1 1

Cage Traps (Cats, Rats, Mongoose)

24 hrs. 5

Kill Traps (Rats, Mongoose)

1/month 20

Poison Bait Stations (mongoose, rats mice) (Around buildings, not wetlands)

1/month 100 0

Cage and/or Air Rifle (Pigeons)

24 hrs.

(Run traps 1/month)

2 0

Supply Item Government Furnished Quantity

Contractor Furnished Quantity

Snares 0 As appropriate

Pig Cage Traps 4 As appropriate

Coral traps 1 As appropriate

Cage Trap cats, rats, mongoose (such as Tomahawk)

10 As appropriate

12. Optional CLIN 1: Additional 8 man-hours per month to control animals that impact the EQ portions of BAFS. This is a reoccurring action that can be can be exercised as needed.

13. Optional CLIN 2: Additional 8 man-hours per month to control animals that impact the OPS portions of BAFS. This is a reoccurring action that can be can be exercised as needed.

14. ANIMAL TRAPPING, HANDLING and EUTHANASIA PROTOCOL. Institutional Animal Care and Use

Committee (IACUC) protocols will be followed to humanely trap, handle and euthanatize animals.

Contractor will submit a written feral animal trapping and euthanasia protocol that describes capture methods, types of traps, trap placement, bait method, frequency to check traps, transportation methods, temporary housing, carcass disposition, and other descriptions relevant to trapping feral animals. See Section 4.4 for use of firearms.

15. REPORTS AND DELIVERABLES.

15.1. Planning Documents.

15.1.1. Performance Work Statement. (As described in Section 4.1).

15.1.2. Safety and Health Program. (As described in Section 4.2).

15.1.3. Animal Trapping, Handling and Euthanasia Protocol. (As described in Section 4.3).

15.1.4. Firearms Protocol. (As described in Section 4.4)

15.2. Monthly Status Reporting. The Contractor shall submit monthly (unless otherwise specified) status reports summarizing all activities conducted under this contract. The monthly reports shall be used to review and evaluate the overall progress of the projects, along with any existing or potential problem areas. The monthly reports shall include:

15.2.1. Summary of the events that occurred during the reporting period

15.2.2. Discussion of performance, identification of problems, proposed solutions, corrective actions taken

15.2.3. Description outstanding issues

15.2.4. Map that shows the shows the current location of all traps in the field and a table identifying the location and number of supplies and equipment not deployed in the field.

15.2.5. Project schedule status.

15.2.6. Table to include, but not be limited to, the number and type of wildlife captured, capture locations, capture method, general health observations, gender, age, weight, location and terminal (disposition) removed from BAFS.

The monthly status reports shall be submitted electronically.

Kill Traps 0 As appropriate

Bait Stations w/snap trap inside

0 As appropriate

Rodenticide bait blocks 0 As appropriate

Goodnature Trap 8 As appropriate

Goodnature Aerosol CO2 Canisters

0 As appropriate

Trail Upkeep Supplies (machete)

0 As appropriate

Pigeon Traps 0 As appropriate

16. COORDINATION OF ACTIVITIES. The Contractor shall coordinate worksite activities with all applicable personnel to ensure the protection of human health and the environment; the prevention of damage to property, utilities, materials, supplies, and equipment; and the avoidance of work interruptions. The Contractor must comply with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety and health regulations and local safety office requirements.

17. EPISODIC WETLANDS FLOODING. Pu‘ewai Wetlands occasionally floods during heavy rainfall and when a sand plug forms at the mouth of the stream causing the stream water to back up. Water level can rise 20” when a sand plug occurs inundating the mudflats under water. A sand plug has formed twice a month during April, May and June 2016. The sand plug lasts for 3-5 days before the water builds up enough pressure to cut a path back to the ocean. Contractor will consider the possibility of episodic flooding when setting traps in the Pu‘ewai Wetlands.

18. NONEXCLUSIVE. The trapping activities on BAFS are not exclusive to the contractor. Additional trapping activities may take place by other parties.

19. HAZARDOUS MATERIAL AND HAZARDOUS WASTE ACTIVITIES. The Contractor shall handle all hazardous materials and waste in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements.

The Contractor shall provide a listing of hazardous chemicals/materials and estimated usage (quantities) to Bellows AFS EPM for any material requiring a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and brought or used on station. It is anticipated that nonhazardous solid waste will be generated during the project.

No hazardous waste is anticipated as a result of this project.

20. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE.

20.1. Period of Performance. The period of performance is one calendar year after contract award date.

20.2. Place of Performance. Work shall be accomplished at: Bellows Air Force Station (AFS), USAF PACAF, DET 2, 18 FSS Bellows, 515 Tinker Road, Waimānalo, Hawai‘i, 96795.

21. CONSERVATION. Activities shall be planned and implemented in a manner that protects existing site utilities, surface features, and the general site environment. This includes the protection of trees, shrubs and other vegetation not in the affected zone from dust damage, soil compaction, and physical contact with machines and equipment. All reasonable measures shall be taken to minimize and suppress fugitive emissions of dust, vapors, and other site materials during site work. The Contractor shall conduct all operations and activities with the intent of reducing the amount of pollution generated.

22. SITE PREPARATION. The Contractor shall perform site work as necessary to prepare sites for staging area activities. Security and access controls shall be implemented to prevent unauthorized entry to sites and to protect wildlife from site exposure.

23. DEMOBILIZATION. The Contractor shall remove any temporary facilities and implement erosion control measures, and restore roads and utilities if affected.

24. CONTRACTING AUTHORITY POINTS OF CONTACT.

A1C Travis Anders Contracting Specialist W: 808-448-2957 Email: travis.anders@us.af.mil

TSgt Alex Nieves Contracting Officer W: 808-448-2824 Email: alex.nievesalvarez@us.af.mil

25. ON-SITE POINTS OF CONTACT

Mr. Chris Frantz Lead Engineer Det 2, 18 FSS/CE 515 Tinker Road Waimānalo, HI 96795-1903 W: (808) 448-4913 Email: christopher.frantz.1@us.af.mil

Mr. Craig Gorsuch Environmental Program Manager Det 2, 18 FSS/CEE, Contractor 515 Tinker Road Waimānalo, HI 96795-1903 W: (808) 448-4913 C: (808) 927-1867 E-mail: craig.gorsuch.ctr@us.af.mil

26. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS. Within ten (10) days of Notice to Proceed, the contractor shall provide the Contracting Officer a written list of all personnel, including site supervisors, support staff, quality assurance inspector(s), laborers, technicians, drivers, etc., who shall be responsible for the performance of the required work and require Base access.

The Contractor shall obtain all required permits. All reports and data generated under this contract are the property of the government and distribution by the Contractor to any source, unless previously authorized by the SCONS Contracting Officer, is prohibited.

27. LEGAL DRIVERS AND REFERENCES.

AFI 32-7001, Environmental Management, 4 November 2011

AFI 32-7064, Integrated Natural Resources Management, 17 September 2004, revised 9 September 2011

Air Force Policy Directive (AFPD) 32-70, Environmental Quality, 20 July 1994

28. ATTACHMENTS.

Fig 1, Location Map, BAFS and Pu‘ewai Wetlands Fig 2, Aerial View BAFS mailto:travis.anders@us.af.mil mailto:alex.nievesalvarez@us.af.mil mailto:craig.gorsuch.ctr@us.af.mil