On-site Repair of SEM (Service) PWS with Appendix A and C.pdf

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)

FOR

ON-SITE TEST, TEARDOWN & EVALUATION (TT&E) AND REPAIR

ON THE

Metallurgical Analsys Lab SEM system

Prepared by

OC-ALC/OBCA

October 12, 2023

Section One

1.0 Scope: The Contractor shall provide all labor, tools, equipment, test equipment, material, parts, quality control, transportation and inspection manuals necessary to perform the Test, Teardown & Evaluate (TT&E) and Repair on the Metallurgical Analsys Lab SEM system, Building 3001 Post L-69 at the Oklahoma City–Air Logistics Complex (OC-ALC). The equipment is listed in Appendix A.

1.1.1 The Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring all services, parts and Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) components provided under this contract are in accordance with (IAW) the terms and conditions outlined herein, conform to the manufacturer’s equipment specifications and this PWS.

1.2 Requested Services: The Contractor shall perform the Test, Teardown & Evaluate (TT&E) and Repair on the Metallurgical Analsys Lab SEM system, in Building 3001 Post L-69 at the Oklahoma City–Air Logistics Complex (OC-ALC.

1) Diagnose and locate the source of the electrical short causing interruption and shutdown of the SEM equipment and provide method/plan/cost to eliminate it.

2) Diagnose and determine the cause of the electron detector imaging noise source and provide method/plan/cost to eliminate it.

3) Determine the cause of the Zeiss Plinth EO Board blowing fuses when changing the SEM beam voltage from 10 or 15 KV upward to 20 or 30 kV and provide method/plan/cost to eliminate it.

4) Determine the cause/source of the interference between the Aperture power supply and its interaction with the electron detector image and provide method/plan/cost to eliminate it.

5) Identify and eliminate issues preventing clear scanning resolution above 1kx and provide method/plan/cost to eliminate it.

1.3 Evaluation Report: The Contractor shall accomplish Test, Teardown, and Evaluation (TT&E) on each part to be repaired and provide in person, by fax or by e-mail an evaluation report on a contractor devised form to the Government Point of Contact (GPOC) and the Contracting Officer (CO) within (1) business day. As a minimum, the information cited on the evaluation report shall include:

• date of evaluation

• testing information

• repair recommendation

• required parts and part numbers

• proposed delivery schedule

• proposed firm fixed price for repair

1.3.1 The proposed firm fixed price for repair shall be broken out into the following categories:

• firm fixed price labor rate multiplied by number of labor hours proposed

• material costs

• other direct costs (if applicable)

• return shipping costs for parts to be repaired and parts that cannot be repaired

1.4 Authorizations for Repair Actions: Only the Contracting Officer (CO) can authorize repair actions. The GPOC will coordinate any repair actions with the Government Subject Matter Expert (SME) and the CO in order to obtain the approval to proceed. The Contractor shall ensure all repair actions have the documented CO approval, in writing, before initiating any repair or ordering parts. The Contractor shall demonstrate to the Government SME that the repairs have been completed.

1.4.1 Once the authorization for repair action has been received from the CO, the Contractor shall order any required parts within two (2) business days and notify the GPOC, in writing, of the estimated arrival date of the parts. Upon the receipt of the parts, the Contractor shall perform the repair within five (5) business days. The GPOC will verify the receipt of the parts with the Contractor to ensure the repair is performed in a timely manner.

1.5 Parts and Materials: The Contractor shall provide and use only new parts and material in performance of this PWS unless otherwise authorized by the CO. Long lead items greater than five

(5) business days must be identified and provide sufficient documentation supporting the delay.

1.6 Service Report: Immediately upon completion of the maintenance support services and before leaving the OC-ALC, the Contractor shall provide a written Service Report to the Government SME. When necessary, the Government SME will forward the service report to the GPOC within two (2) business days of receipt. The Contractor shall provide, by fax or email, the final service report within five (5) business days to the GPOC. As a minimum, the final service report shall contain the following information:

• name of the company

• requested service date

• contract number

• equipment ID#

• description of services provided

• additional services recommended (if any)

• printed name and signature of technician who performed the services (electronic signatures are acceptable)

• printed name and signature of on-site Government SME or GPOC (electronic signatures are acceptable)

• start and completion dates

• complete breakdown of the labor cost (hours and rate)

• materials and parts used

• details of any other charges

• printed name and signature stating only new parts and materials were used (electronic signatures are acceptable)

• written verification statement that a performance check to verify operational condition was performed and that the equipment is in working order. (electronic signatures are acceptable)

1.7 Continuation of Essential Department of Defense (DoD) Contractor Services During Crisis: This requirement has been determined not to be essential and does not require continued support during a crisis as defined in DFARS 252.237-7023.

1.8 Hours of Operation: The Contractor shall perform the work required under this contract during the following days and hours: Monday through Friday, 6:30a – 2:30p. If work hours are required outside the hours stated, the Contractor shall contact the GPOC for approval from the CO.

Upon approval from the CO, the Government Subject Matter Expert (SME) or GPOC must be present with the Contractor.

These dates and hours exclude Federal Holidays, base closures due to inclement weather, and furlough days, as applicable.

1.9 Special Qualifications: The Contractor shall provide personnel with the following special qualifications:

The contractor must have a verified certificate of training from Zeiss Microscopy (i.e. service training for SEM) for SEMs, with focused knowledge of the EVO 10 model electron microscope used inside of the MIRA-X system, and for its operational software/hardware. Additionally, the contractor designed the integration of the SEM system into this custom equipment and retains proprietary drawings/specifications/data rights.

1.10 Contractor Personnel: The Contractor shall provide the name of the Contract Manager (CM) and any alternates who shall act for the Contractor when the CM is absent. They shall be designated to the CO and GPOC, in writing, within ten (10) business days after the contract award date. The Contractor shall provide telephone numbers and email addresses where the CM and alternates may be contacted at any time. The CM or alternate shall have full authority to act for the Contractor on all matters relating to operation of this contract at the OC-ALC on Tinker Air Force Base (AFB). The CM or alternate shall be available to meet on the installation with Government personnel designated by the CO to discuss problem areas. The Contractor shall provide a CM who can read, write, speak, and understand English fluently.

1.10.1 The Contractor and Contractor personnel shall be required to identify themselves as contractor personnel by introducing themselves or being introduced as Contractor personnel. The Contractor personnel shall also display distinguishing badges or other visible identification for meetings with Government personnel or while performing work for the OC-ALC on Tinker AFB.

The Contractor and Contractor personnel shall identify themselves as Contractor employees in telephone conversations and in formal and informal written correspondence.

1.11 Listing of Contractor Employees: The Contractor shall provide an initial listing of names and position titles of employees who will come to Tinker Air Force Base to the GPOC within five

(5) business days after the contract award date. Within ten (10) business days, the Contractor shall also provide an updated listing of personnel to the GPOC when employees affecting the work of this contract change status or position.

1.11.1 The Contractor shall not employ persons on this contract if such employee is identified to the Contractor as a potential threat to the health, safety, security, and/or general well-being, or operational mission of the installation and its population. The Contractor shall not employ any person who is an employee of the United States (US) Government if the employment of the person would create a conflict of interest. The Contractor shall not employ any person who is an employee of the Department of the Air Force (AF), either military or civilian, unless such person seeks and receives approval according to the DoD 5500.7-R Joint Ethics Regulations (JER). In addition, the Contractor shall not employ any person who is an employee of the Department of the AF if such employment would be contrary to the policies contained in Air Force Instruction (AFI) 64-106, Air Force Industrial Labor Relations Activities. The Contractor shall be prohibited from employing off-duty GPOCs who are providing surveillance on any contracts/sub-contracts awarded to the Contractor. All contract personnel, depending on particular condition, occasion, or place or job assignment shall be required to wear professional and suitable attire. All Contractor personnel shall conduct themselves in a professional and courteous manner. The selection, assignment, reassignment, transfer, supervision, management, and control of contractor personnel in performance of this PWS shall be the responsibility and prerogative of the Contractor; however, the Contractor shall comply with the requirements set forth in this PWS and Tinker AFB regulations concerning the conduct of employees as referenced herein. The Contractor shall employ and maintain a technically trained and experienced work force.

1.12 Environmental Protection & Safety: The Contractor shall be knowledgeable of and comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, instructions and requirements regarding environmental protection and occupational safety and health. The Contractor shall comply with any laws, instructions or regulation changes during the term of this contract.

1.12.1 Contractors shall be compliant Tinker Air Force Base (TAFB) Supplement to Air Force Manual (AFMAN) 32-7002, “Environmental Compliance and Pollution Prevention”, Tinker AFB procedures per Tinker Air Force Base Hazardous Waste Management Plan (TAFB HWMP), and Complex procedures per Oklahoma City Air Logistics Complex (OC-ALC) Supplement to AFMAN 32-7002, “Environmental Compliance and Pollution Prevention” and OC-ALCI 32-101 “Air Quality Record Keeping Procedure”.

Publications are available digitally on e-Publishing website at www.e-publishing.af.mil for downloading or ordering.”

1.13 Hazardous Material (HAZMAT): If no HAZMAT will be brought on base or used in performance on this contract, the contractor shall certify “No HAZMAT will be brought on base” or “No HAZMAT Usage” by official correspondence. This certification shall be provided to the COR within ten

(10) days after award. Upon COR receipt of the certification, the requirements of this section no longer apply. Appropriate penalties for the contractor shall be assessed if found in violation of above certification.

1.13.1 The Contractor shall not store chemicals or hazardous material (HAZMAT) on Tinker AFB. Contractors shall be compliant with HAZMAT management procedures per Oklahoma City Air Logistics Complex (OC-ALC) Supplement to AFMAN 32-7002, “Environmental Compliance and Pollution Prevention”. The Contractor shall maintain a log of all HAZMAT that is used on base. This usage log shall be provided to the COR monthly, the last business day of each month, or when the required work is completed. The COR will forward the records to the Unit Environmental Coordinator (UEC) no later than the fourth (4th) day of the following month or the first (1st) subsequent business day.

1.14 Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and Labeling: Upon COR receipt of the “No HAZMAT Usage” certification, the requirements of this section no longer apply.

The Contractor shall not transport, ship or use any chemical, material or substance used in the performance of this PWS on Tinker AFB before written approval is provided by 72 ABW/CEIE, Natural Infrastructure Management (Environmental Compliance). The Contractor shall submit to the COR, ten

(10) calendar days after contract award date all Safety Data Sheets (SDSs). The Contractor shall receive approval from the COR prior to shipping any chemical, material or substance to Tinker AFB. A copy of the manufacturer SDS shall accompany the shipment. Contractor shall comply with the effective dates for SDS requirements IAW the Occupational Safety and Health Administrations (OSHA) Hazardous Communication Standard, Title 29, Code of Federal Regulation (CFR) Part 1910.1200. The Contractor shall ensure containers of hazardous chemicals are labeled with the following information, prior to shipping to Tinker AFB IAW OSHA Hazardous Communication Standard, Title 29, CFR Part 1910.1200 (2012): product identifier; signal word; hazard statement(s); precautionary statement(s); pictogram(s); and name, address and telephone number of the chemical manufacturer, importer, or other responsible party.

The COR will forward all SDS submittals to 72 ABW/CEIE for approval. A current manufacturer SDS shall be submitted to the COR if the Contractor changes manufacturer or vendor for any chemicals that were prior approved. The Contractor shall maintain copies of manufacturer SDSs for all chemicals and SDSs shall be readily accessible at all times by Contractor personnel as well as government employees.

1.15 Hazardous Waste: If no HAZWASTE will be generated during performance of this contract, the contractor shall certify “NO Hazardous Waste Generation” by official correspondence. This certification shall be provided to the COR within ten (10) days after award. Upon COR receipt of the “No Hazardous Waste Generation” certification, the requirements of this section no longer apply. Appropriate penalties for the contractor shall be assessed if found in violation of above certification.

1.15.1 The Contractor shall dispose of contaminated solid waste, spent or processed chemical solutions, used rags and hazardous waste in government furnished waste containers located in the shop or area the work is being performed. The Contractor shall notify the COR if the required waste containers are not available on site.

1.16 Discharges: Any discharges into Tinker’s industrial waste treatment plant (IWTP) or sanitary sewer shall be approved and done IAW Tinker Industrial Waste Water Discharge Permit as instructed by 72 ABW/CEIE, Natural Infrastructure Management (Environmental Compliance). Notice of intent documentation shall be provided to the COR within ten (10) days after award. The COR will submit the required notice of intent documentation to the UEC for 72 ABW/CEIE approval. The Contractor shall not discharge into IWTP and sanitary sewer prior to approval issued by 72 ABW/CEIE. The Contractor shall maintain records of written approval issued by 72 ABW/CEIE for discharges into IWTP and sanitary sewer.

1.17 Off-Site Discharges: For discharges outside of Tinker AFB, the Contractor shall ensure waste water discharges, that may contain pollutants resulting from any contracted service, go to a state or federal permitted treatment facility such as a municipal Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTW). The Contractor shall provide official correspondence ten (10) calendar days after contract award date to the COR from the POTW that states the POTW is permitted for all pollutants that the Contractor may discharge during the contracted service.

1.18 Spills: Upon occurrence of any spill that could enter the storm system or cause any harmful environment effects, the Contractor shall immediately call 911 to report the incident. When possible, the Contractor shall use a base telephone to receive help from Tinker AFB 911. If using a cell phone, the Contractor shall request Tinker AFB 911. The Contractor shall immediately report all environmental violations to the COR and UEC. The Contractor shall provide five (5) copies of a typed or written report about the incident within four (4) clock hours as follows:

1.18.1 One (1) copy to CO, two (2) copies to the COR, a copy for UEC and one (1) copy for record. The format of the report shall be left up to the Contractor, but the report shall contain the following information:

1.) Name and contact number of person reporting the spill 2.) Date and time of incident 3.) Location and source of spill 4.) Substance or pollutant spilled 5.) Amount spilled and rate of discharge 6.) Any damages or injuries involved 7.) Extent of area impacted 8.) Potential hazards 9.) Actions taken 10.) Organizations contacted 11.) Remarks Section - that addresses the cause of the spill (e.g. human error, equipment, etc.)

and whether 911 was called and which agencies responded.

1.19 Environmental Training: Upon COR receipt of the “No Hazardous Waste Generation” certification, the requirements of this section no longer apply.

Contractor personnel performing duties in the service of this PWS shall have training that acquaints the person with the details of Resource Conservation Recovery Act (RCRA) regulations in 40 CFR 260 through 279; applicable State Laws and regulations; DoD, Air Force and local requirements. This training can be obtained through creditable training institutions or companies. All training shall be approved by 72 ABW/CEIE, Natural Infrastructure Management (Environmental Compliance). RCRA training is available at http://www.natlenvtrainers.com/RCRA-hazardous-waste.htm;

http://www.skillsoft.com/catalog/detail.asp?CourseCode=esh_sah_a34_sh_enus000000 and http://www.lion.com/Storing-Hazardous-Waste-for-LQGs at the Contractor’s expense. Prior to obtaining training, the Contractor shall provide the name of the training institution or company and course description to the COR for approval within ten (10) calendar days after contract award date. Once written approval is received from the COR, the Contractor shall provide the environmental training certificates for employees performing duties in the service of this PWS to the COR, within thirty (30) calendar days after contract award date. In addition to the required environmental training, Contractors shall be compliant with Tinker AFB procedures per TAFB HWMP, “Hazardous Waste Management”.”

1.20 Forms, Technical Orders (T.O.), AFI, Air Force Material Command Instructions (AFMCI), and Publications: The Contractor shall obtain the forms and publications expressly required to perform the work in this contract via the internet at www.e-publishing.af.mil. In the event a form or publication is not available online, the GPOC will provide the form, instruction, or publication to the Contractor upon the Contractor’s written request (e-mail is acceptable). In the event, laws, regulations, T.O.’s, AFI’s, or AFMCI’s change during the term of this contract, the Contractor shall be required to comply as the changes come into effect. Contractors delivering or handling official United States Air Force (USAF) records shall comply with the applicable records management regulations in AFI 33-322, Chapter 3, in its entirety.

1.25 Foreign Nationals: The Contractor shall notify the GPOC before sending a Foreign National representative to perform services. Special rules apply for foreign nationals visiting a US Government facility.

1.26 Safety and Health on Government Installations: While performing work under this contract on a Government installation, the Contractor shall comply with federal, state and local regulations, and AFMAN 91-203, “Air Force Manual”, as established by this contract and Appendix C. The Contractor shall notify the CO, GPOC, and Government Contract Administrator (CA) within one (1) business day of any injuries that occur to contractor personnel while they are on the installation. The Contractor shall notify the CO, GPOC, and Government CA within one (1) business day of damage to Government property or equipment during the execution of the contract.

1.27 Communicating Hazards Of Workplace (CHOW): Contractor’s onsite representative communicates all hazards being introduced to the worksite by the Contractor. This is accomplished prior to commencement of work and refreshed daily during performance, IAW Contractor’s Site Safety Plan.

1.28 Safety and Health Plan: The Contractor shall be responsible for compliance with the OSHA Public Law 91-596. The Contractor shall submit a Safety and Health Plan (SHP) and corresponding site safety checklist to the CO and the COR (see Appendix C).

1.29 Combating Trafficking in Persons: IAW DFARS PGI 222.17, the COR shall pursue, as appropriate, the following methods of monitoring the Contractor’s performance regarding trafficking in persons such that non-compliances with FAR clause 52.222-50 are brought to the immediate attention of the Contracting Officer:

a. Keep the lines of communication open with the Contractor. At the Post-Award conference, remind the Contractor of his contractual responsibilities to notify the government if the Contractor receives notification of any alleged violations to this policy or if actions have been taken against the Contractor employees, subcontractor’s or subcontractor employees pursuant to the clause.

b. When appropriate, encourage Contractor to complete Human Trafficking Awareness Training.

c. Encourage the Contractor to take steps to investigate and eliminate slavery and human trafficking in their supply chains and to publish information for consumer awareness.

d. Periodically access the Department of State’s Trafficking in Person (TIP) website for updates and to view the latest reports. http://www.state.gov/g/tip

1.30 Commanders Safety Intent: The safety of everyone on Tinker AFB is our top priority. All Individuals must accept personal responsibility for safety and seek opportunities for improving the safety of our work environment. Everyone working on Tinker AFB is challenged to find, fix (if able) and report all hazards and near-misses. It is our shared duty to take every reasonable step and precaution to prevent accidents and preserve the health/safety of each contractor and government employee.

1.31 Speak Up for Safety: Safety surety is an integral part of our overall goal of establishing a world class safety and health program. Our “Speak Out for Safety” initiative ensures a partnership with contractors and government employees to further enhance safety to ensure we are looking out for all our partners and empowers all employees to actively participate in each other’s safety.

A safe workplace is everyone's business. As part of the contract team, military, civilian and contractor personnel are empowered to Speak Out for Safety (S.O.S.) when they observe an unsafe act.

Events that present imminent danger to personnel or catastrophic damage to property we empower our employees to intercede to ensure continued safe operations.

1.32 Emergency Procedures: The Contractor personnel shall follow the direction of the Government personnel with regard to emergency procedures, such as fire, tornado, active shooter, bomb threats, or other emergency. It is the responsibility of the Contractor to provide guidance and to establish procedures for its employees to respond to an emergency. It is the Contractor’s responsibility to account for their employees following an emergency evacuation. The Contractor personnel shall participate with the Government personnel in all fire and tornado drills at no additional cost to the Government.

Section Two

RESERVED

Section Three

3.0 Government Furnished Property (GFP) And Services

3.1 Government Property Repair/Maintenance On-Base is not considered Government Furnished Property (GFP). FAR Parts 45 and 52.245 plus supplements are not applicable to Government Property Repair/Maintenance On-Base. The responsible Government Organizations (MXSG) for Government Property Repair/Maintenance On-Base will be responsible for the Government Property inventory, record keeping, reporting requirements (including Report of Survey), and disposal of all Government Property requiring repair/maintenance on-base during the performance of this contract.

3.1.2. GFP Exceeds $150,000 - Repair/Maintenance Off-Base. Not Applicable.

3.1.3. GFP Not Exceed $150,000 - Repair/Maintenance Off-Base. Not Applicable.

3.2. Shared Property of the Government. Not Applicable.

3.3. Government Furnished Services (GFS) are applicable during the performance of this contract. The Government will furnish the following services at Tinker AFB, OK: Climate controlled working area, table top working surface, water and solvents for cleaning, ultrasonic bath for cleaning tools/parts, techwipe towels, safety glasses, hearing protection, rubber gloves (PPE) as needed.

3.3.1. Security Forces. The Government will provide general on-base security forces’ service.

The security forces’ telephone numbers are 911 for emergencies, 405-734-2000 for crimes in progress and 405-734-3737 for non-emergency calls. The off-base 911 center receives 911 cell phone calls. Cell phone callers need to advise the 911 off-base center they are on TAFB in order to be connected with the on-base 911 center.

3.3.2. Fire Emergency and Routine Services. The Government will provide general on-base fire protection services. The Contractor shall comply with fire prevention rules and regulations enforced by the TAFB Fire Prevention Branch. Call 911 for emergencies. For routine fire prevention matters call 405-734-3981 or 405-734-3982 and 405-734-7964 for after hours and weekends. For routine calls to dispatch call 405-734-7964.

3.3.3. Utilities. The Government will provide utility services. These utilities include natural gas, electricity, water, and sewer for the sole purpose of accomplishing this contract. If the contractor requires additional utility services, it shall be the contractor’s responsibility to provide.

Contractor shall use due care and diligence in efforts to conserve utilities to reduce utility costs.

3.3.4. Workspace. The Government will provide access to the equipment and adequate workspace around the equipment.

3.4. Intangible Government Property. Not Applicable.

3.5. Contractor Acquired Property (CAP), Time & Material (T&M) or Fabrication. Not Applicable.

Appx C Ver: 20200729 LR

CONTRACT SAFETY APPENDIX

“LOW RISK”

MIRA SME EVO10 ONE-

TIME TTE

At B3001, L-69

15 September 2023

Safety Requirements

A. Preface

1. Commander’s Safety Intent: The safety of everyone on Tinker AFB is our top priority. All individuals must accept personal responsibility for safety and seek opportunities for improving the safety of our collective work environment. Everyone working on Tinker AFB is challenged to find, fix (if able) and report all hazards and near misses. It is our shared duty to take every reasonable step and precaution to prevent accidents and preserve the health/safety of each Contractor and Government employee.

2. Speak Out for Safety (SOS): Safety surety is an integral part of our overall goal of establishing a world-class safety and health program. Our “Speak Out for Safety” initiative is a partnership with contractors and government employees to further enhance safety to ensure we are looking out for all our partners and empowers all employees to actively participate in each other’s safety. A safe workplace is everyone's business. As part of the contract team, military, civilian and contractor personnel are empowered to Speak Out for Safety (S.O.S.) when they observe unsafe acts that present imminent danger to personnel or catastrophic damage to property. We encourage our employees to intervene to ensure continued safe operations.

B. Mishap Notification

1. The contractor shall cooperate with all Government mishap investigations. The Contractor shall support and comply with the safety investigation and reporting requirements of Air Force Instruction (AFI) 91-204, Safety Investigations and Reports. The Contractor shall assist with mishap support. In the event of a mishap, the Contractor shall take reasonable and prudent action to establish control of the accident or mishap scene, prevent further damage to persons or property, and preserve evidence. Both prompt verbal and written notification, electronic mail acceptable, shall be provided to the Government Contract Official Representative (COR), within one (1) hour of the event, sooner, if possible.

Mishap notifications shall contain, as a minimum, the following information:

a. Contract, contract number, name and title of person(s) reporting

b. Date, time and exact location of accident/incident

c. Brief narrative of accident/incident (Events leading to accident/incident)

d. Cause of accident/incident, if known

e. Name of personnel involved in accident/incident

f. Corrective actions (taken or proposed)

g. Other pertinent information

2. The Contractor shall provide copies of Contractor data related to mishaps, such as Contractor analyses, summaries of investigations, etc., as necessary to support the Government investigation.

C. General Safety Requirements:

1. If the Safety Plan is modified, the Contractor shall submit the proposed modification, in writing, to the Government COR. The COR will forward a copy of the Safety Plan upon receipt to the applicable Safety Office, located on Tinker AFB, OK.

2. The Contractor shall be solely responsible for compliance with all federal, state and local laws, the Occupational, Safety and Health Act (OSHA) (Public Law 91-596) and the resulting standards. Additionally, the Contractor is responsible for the safety and health of all their employees, sub-contractor employees, and the public, if applicable.

3. The Contractor shall ensure assigned personnel are adequately trained and qualified for the task being performed and brief all personnel on the hazards involved with operations and applicable precautions to be taken. Should unidentified hazards arise, cease operations until actions are taken to eliminate or mitigate hazards to safe levels.

4. The contractor shall establish a system to identify, correct and document unsafe conditions and acts related to their contract work.

5. The contractor shall establish a system to report unsafe or hazardous conditions caused by elements out of their control (for example, public or DoD personnel adjacent process or work activity and so forth) to the contracting officer or COR.

6. Compliance with OSHA and other applicable laws and regulations for the protection of Contractor employees shall exclusively the obligation of the Contractor. The Government will assume no liability or responsibility for the Contractor's compliance or non-compliance with such requirements. The Contractor shall brief employees on the safety requirements of this contract and on hazards associated with prescribed tasks. In addition, the Contractor shall be required to communicate safety requirements/specification to all Sub- Contractors, if applicable. This contract shall in no way require persons to work in surroundings or under working conditions that are unsafe or dangerous to their health. The Contractor shall coordinate and perform work so as not to impact the safety of Government employees or cause damage to Government property or to the public. Contractor employees shall utilize personal protective equipment and associated safety equipment when necessary.

D. Specific Requirements:

The Contractor’s safety program shall clearly define procedures, personnel qualifications, facilities and required equipment necessary to fulfill the following elements as to the type of work being performed within the scope of the contract.

Element/Requirement Reference

OSHA Standards for General Industry 29 CFR 1910

OSHA Standards for Construction 29 CFR 1926

Air Force Occupational Safety, Fire, AFMAN 91-203 and Health Standards

The US Air Force Traffic Safety Program AFI 91-207

TAFBSUP; Air Force Motor Vehicle Traffic AFMAN 31-116

Supervision

Fire Prevention-Fire Protection Program TAFBI 32-2001

USAF Explosive Safety Manual AFMAN 91-201

E. Safety Plan:

1. The contractor shall develop a written site–specific plan for implementing OSHA standards and any contract Safety and Occupational Health (SOH) requirements and submit the plan to the COR for acceptance within 10 days after contract award. Safety and health plans should include:

a. An activity hazard analysis of the significant hazards to life, limb, and property inherent in the specific contract work performance and a plan for controlling these hazards.

b. Designation of the contractor personnel primarily responsible for safety and health at the project site.

c. A description of how the contractor safety duties will be performed on the project. At a minimum, these duties will consist of:

A pre-work review of appropriate activity hazard analysis, to be reviewed with each worker.

Regular safety training for the workforce.

Frequent and regular checks for compliance with contract safety requirements by contractor and subcontractor workforce.

Daily records providing factual evidence of quality control activities for safety performance and state the following: items/areas checked, the results, and any instructions or corrective actions.

Specific elements of an audit program by the prime contractor should include onsite inspection of subcontractors, method of determining mishap rates, and traceability of hazards.