FY26 Boiler Inspections (PWS).pdf

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

BOILER INSPECTIONS

Prepared by ABG/CEOES 27 January 2026

1. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES:

Period of Performance: September 18, 2026 – September 17, 2031

- Base Year: 18 Sep 26 – 17 Sep 27

- Option Year 1: 18 Sep 27 – 17 Sep 28

- Option Year 2: 18 Sep 28 – 17 Sep 29

- Option Year 3: 18 Sep 29 – 17 Sep 30

- Option Year 4: 18 Sep 30 – 17 Sep 31

1.1. Scope: The contractor shall provide all labor, tools, equipment, hoses, gauges, test equipment, hearing protection, eye protection including prescription safety glasses, materials, supplies and parts, transportation and other incidentals necessary to travel to Hanscom AFB, MA, to perform required inspections/pressure testing of the four boiler units, the Heat Recovery Steam Generator and related systems to include DA tanks, condensate receiver tanks, compressors, compressed air tanks, pumps, economizers, fans, fuel train, turbines, safety valves and all other support equipment located at the Central plant on Hanscom Air Force Base (AFB). The contractor shall perform Type “A” External/Internal and Type “C” External/Operational inspections twice in a calendar year, DA tanks should be reinspected with Wet Fluorescent Magnetic Particle technology every five years starting in option Year One of the contract, Safety Valve testing once a year, Inspection of Heat Recovery Steam Generator and all associated elements once a year.

1.2. Requested Service: The Contractor shall inspect the boilers and associated systems for operational and mechanical integrity. This should include the operation and maintenance practices, system configuration, condition of the boiler water side (including inspection inside tubes), and condition of the boilers fire side including refractory, internal components, external supports, piping, instrumentation and controls.

1.3. The contractor shall perform this work in one trip during the cooling season and coordinate with the plant operators to ensure no disruption of service. The boilers consist of three Erie City Iron Works boilers installed in 1953 and one E. Keeler Company boiler installed in 1963. All four boilers operate at 41,000 lb./hr. One Cleaver Brooks Split Evaporator VC Series Model VC-5-3206 and VC-3210, Built 2017, Capacity – 40,000 pph.

1.3.1. This inspection shall be provided by a National Board Commissioned Inspector and should result in a report being submitted to a CEOES representative, outlining all deficiencies found and recommendations for remediation. Verification should be performed ensuring compliance with all Federal, ASME, State, Air Force, National Boiler Inspection Code, ASME, Hartford Inspection requirements and NFPA regulations and inspection guidelines. The contractor shall provide proof of NBIC certification. The contractor shall be responsible for ensuring all services and parts provided under this contract are in accordance with the terms and conditions outlined herein and conform to the manufacturer’s equipment specifications and this Performance Work Statement (PWS). All work shall be performed in accordance with AFMAN 32-1068, Heating Systems and Unfired Pressure Vessels, and UFC 3-430-07, Operations and Maintenance:

Inspection and Certification of Boilers and Unfired Pressure Vessels. The contractor shall assume that no maintenance has been performed and that everything needs to occur this year.

1.3.2. The contractor shall test and recalibrate the 12 safety valves per the ASME requirements and document the status of each valve. The contractor will be responsible for providing means of access to the valves.

1.3.3. The contractor shall perform a 5-year Deaerator Condition Assessment during Option

Year One. The contractor shall perform visual inspection, wet fluorescent magnetic particle testing and ultrasonic testing. The contractor shall provide a report including a summary of inspection observations and specific follow-up recommendations to the CEOES representative.

1.3.4. The Contractor shall coordinate and facilitate a pre work and post work meeting. The pre-work meeting should outline the approach that will be used for the inspection along with the arrangements that need to be made. The post work meeting will discuss the findings and potential approaches to mitigation.

1.3.5. The contractor shall coordinate inspection with the plant operators to ensure no disruption of service occurs. The work should occur during the cooling season between the month of May and September. After the inspection is complete, the contractor shall submit electronic and (3) hard copies of the inspection report for government review and approval to CEOES representative. This report should include completed AF1222 Inspection reports or equivalent. The report should also include photographic documentation of findings along with references to codes or standards that have been violated. Recommendations for remediation of deficiencies should be included as well.

The contractor shall make note of the amount of buildup on the external and internal sides of the tubes and make a prediction as to the next time in which cleaning should be completed. Some work will need to be done during the steam plant shut down.

1.4. Quality Assurance: According to the contract’s inspection clause, the government will evaluate the contractor’s performance under this contract. Any matter concerning a change to the scope, prices, terms or conditions of this contract shall be referred to the Contracting Officer. The contractor shall provide a written response addressing the root cause, corrective action and preventive action plan within one day of notification and investigation of an issue brought to the contractor’s attention

1.5. Continuation of Essential Services during Crisis: This requirement has been determined not to be essential and does not require continued support during a crisis as defined in R-DFARS Clause 252.237-7023.

1.6. Hours of Operation: The contractor shall perform work Monday through Friday, under this contract during the following hours: 07:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., excluding Federal Holidays.

Work required to be performed outside of these hours shall only be done after approval from the contracting officer.

1.6.1. HOLIDAYS. Hanscom AFB recognizes the following holidays:

New Year’s Day - 1 January

Martin Luther King Day - 3rd Monday in January Washington’s Birthday - 3rd Monday in Feb Memorial Day - last Monday in May

Juneteenth – June 19th Independence Day - 4 July Labor Day - 1st Monday in September Columbus Day - 2nd Monday in October Veteran’s Day - 11 November

Thanksgiving Day - 4th Thursday in November Christmas Day - 25 December

1.7. Contractor Personnel: The contractor shall designate in writing the name of the Contract Manager (CM) and any alternate(s) who shall act for the contractor when the manager is absent and their telephone numbers where they may be contacted at any time.

1.7.1. 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 general wellbeing or operational mission of the installation and its population. The contractor shall not employ any person who is an employee of the United States Government if the employment of that person would create a conflict of interest, nor shall the contractor employ any person who is an employee of the Department of the Air Force, 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 Air Force if such employment would be contrary to the policies contained in AFI 64-106, Contractor Labor Relations Activities. All contractor employees shall conduct themselves in a professional, courteous manner. The selection, assignment, reassignment, transfer, supervision, management, and control of contractor employees 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 Hanscom AFB regulations concerning conduct of employees as referenced herein. The contractor shall employ and maintain a technically trained and experienced workforce.

1.8. Environmental Protection and Safety: The contractor shall be knowledgeable of and comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws,regarding environmental protection and occupational safety and health. The contractor shall comply with any laws or regulation changes during the term of this contract. The contractor shall follow manufacturer’s guidelines and professional recommendations for control of humidity, temperature, cleanliness and materials handling (including hazardous materials).

1.9. Hazardous Material (HAZMAT): The contractor shall not store chemicals/HAZMAT on Hanscom AFB. All chemicals/HAZMAT shall be approved prior to being transported on base for use by any contractor. The contractor shall prepare and submit to the COR, ten (10) calendar days after contract award date, one (1) each, Chemical/Hazardous Material Request Authorization Form (Air Force Form 3952) and Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for each chemical, material and substance proposed to be used in performance of this PWS. The QAE will forward the completed AF Form 3952(s) and SDS to 66 ABG/CEIE for approval. The contractor shall not transport or use any chemical, material or substance on Hanscom AFB before written approval is provided by 66 ABG/CEIE. Contractor shall maintain copies of SDS(s) for all chemicals. The SDS(s) shall correspond with the manufacturers of the chemicals on hand.

Manufacturer, material, and SDS shall match. NOTE: SDS refers to manufacturer SDS. Once material is approved for use, contractor shall contact base Environmental Management (EM) (66 ABG/CEIE) and provide a list of all material. 66 ABG/CEIE shall determine any additional material requirements based on the hazard code of the material.

1.10. Hazardous Waste: Contractor generated within the confines of Government facilities is identified as being generated by the Government. Prior to removal of any hazardous waste from Government property, hazardous waste profiles and manifests must be signed by personnel from the Installation Environmental Office. Do not bring hazardous waste onto Government property. Manage hazardous waste storage and disposal consistent with all applicable Air Force, federal, State, and local requirements. See Hanscom Contractor Environmental guide for more information on Installation environmental requirements.

1.11. Discharges: Any discharges into the sanitary sewer shall be done in accordance with 360 Code of Massachusetts Regulations (CMR) 10.00 Sewer Use, and Hanscom’s General Permit for Low Flow and Low Pollutant Dischargers Permit #: 03102735 as instructed by 66 ABG/CEIE.

Except for cooling tower blowdown, the following are prohibited from being discharged to the sanitary sewer: non-contact cooling water, non-contact industrial process water, uncontaminated contact cooling water, and uncontaminated industrial process water. The contractor shall maintain records of written authorization issued by 66 ABG/CEIE for discharges into the sanitary sewer.

1.12. Spills: Upon occurrence of any spills 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 Hanscom AFB 911. If using a cell phone, request Hanscom AFB 911. The contractor shall report all environmental violations to the COR. The contractor shall submit a typed or written report about the incident within four (4) clock hours. The contractor shall provide five (5) copies of the written report. The contractor shall provide one copy to the CO, two copies to the COR, a copy for Unit Environment Coordinator (UEC) and a 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 persons reporting the spill 2.) Date and time of incident 3.) Location and source of spill 4.) Substance or pollutant spilled 5.) Amount spilled and the rate of discharge 6.) Any damage or injuries involved 7.) Extent of the area impacted 8.) Potential hazards 9.) Action taken 10.) Organizations contacted 11.) Remarks Section - that addresses the cause of the spill (e.g. human error, equipment) and whether 911 was called and which agencies responded.

1.13. Forms and Publications, TO, DAFI and AFMCI: The contractor shall obtain the forms and publications expressly required to perform the work in this contract via internet at www.e-publishing.af.mil In the event that a form or publication is not available online, the COR will provide the form, instruction, or publication to the contractor upon written request (e-mail is acceptable) by the contractor. In the event that laws, regulations, TO’s, DAFI, AFMCI’s change during the term of this contract, the contractor is required to comply as such changes come into effect. Contractors delivering or handling official DAF records shall comply with the applicable records management regulations AFI 33-322, Records Management and Information Governance Program..

1.14. Housekeeping: The contractor shall keep the work areas clean and neat in accordance with Industry Standards, Occupational, Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), fire and safety standards and this PWS.

1.15. Privately Owned Motor Vehicles (POV): Contractor personnel shall comply with the directives pertaining to operation of POVs on Hanscom AFB per AFI 31-218 (in its entirety), Motor Vehicle Traffic supervision.

1.16. Foreign National(s): The contractor shall notify the COR before sending a Foreign National representative to perform services. Special rules apply for foreign national(s) visiting a US Government facility.

1.17. Health and Safety on Government Installation: In performing work under this contract on a Government installation, the contractor shall comply with federal, state and local regulations regarding occupational safety and health and the specific health and safety requirements established by this contract. The contractor shall notify the COR of any injuries that occur to contractor personnel while on the installation. The contractor shall notify the COR of damage to government property or equipment during the execution of the contract.

1.18. Emergency Procedures: Contractor employees shall follow the direction of Government employees in regard to emergency evacuation procedures, i.e. fire, tornado, active shooter and bomb threats. It is the contractors’ responsibility to account for their employees following an emergency evacuation. Contractor personnel shall participate with government personnel in all fire and tornado drills and at no additional cost to the government.

1.19. Visitor Pass: The Contractor shall comply with requirements and procedures IAW R- DAFFARS 5352.242-9000, Contractor Access to Air Force Installations. Prior to coming to Hanscom AFB to perform any work, Contractor shall contact the Civil Engineering Government Representative to coordinate access to the base as well as to the building (s) where the work shall be performed. A list of the names of the workers shall be required to gain access, and passes shall be distributed at the visitor’s building at Vandenberg Gate. Workers shall have a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license, REAL ID-compliant state identification card or valid passport.

If bringing a vehicle on base, the Contractor will need proof of registration and insurance of that vehicle. Contractor employees must have identification that readily identifies them as contractors. During the contract, certain areas/sites may be restricted or closed to Contractor personnel. The Contractor shall comply with all requirements for entry. In addition, unscheduled gate closures may occur at any time and personnel entering or exiting the installation may experience delays.

1.20. Confined Space Entry: The Contractor shall comply with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations, including OSHA standards (29 CFR § 1910.146, Permit-Required Confined Spaces, and 29 CFR § 1926, Subpart AA, Confined Spaces in Construction), DoDI 6055.01, DAFI 91-202, and DAFMAN 91-203, Chapter 23 (Confined Spaces).

1.20.1. Safety and Equipment Responsibility: The Contractor shall provide all safety, atmospheric testing, rescue, and ventilation equipment necessary to perform work safely in confined spaces. The Contractor is solely responsible for ensuring that all personnel performing confined space work are fully trained, qualified, and equipped.

1.20.2. Exposure Monitoring: In accordance with DAFMAN 91-203, paragraph 23.12.1.1, the

Contractor is required to conduct its own exposure and atmospheric monitoring during permit-required confined space operations. Installation Bioenvironmental Engineering (BE) will not test or monitor a confined space for a contracted confined space operation.

1.20.3. Rescue Services: In accordance with DAFMAN 91-203, paragraph 23.12.1.2, emergency rescue services for contractors will not be provided by the installation Fire & Emergency Services (F&ES) Flight without specific prior written approval from the Fire Chief. The Contractor must establish and document their own compliant rescue plan/capabilities unless a written rescue support agreement has been formally established and approved by the Fire Chief, the installation contracting office, and the contractor prior to performance.

1.20.4. Safety Coordination: In accordance with DAFMAN 91-203, paragraph 23.12.2, the Contractor shall attend a pre-performance coordination meeting with the installation Safety Office and the Contracting Officer prior to performing any permit-required confined space entries to fulfill the communication and coordination requirements of 29 CFR § 1926.1203(h).

SECTION 2

Performance Assessment

The contractor shall be aware that in the absence of any contract requirement from the Service Summary does not detract from its enforceability nor limit the rights or remedies of the government under any other provision of the contract. The contractor shall ensure the following service summary requirements are accomplished.

2.0. SERVICE SUMMARY.

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tools, equipment, hoses, gauges, test equipment, hearing protection, eye protection including prescription safety glasses, materials, supplies and parts, transportation and other incidentals necessary to travel to Hanscom AFB, MA, to perform an annual inspection/pressure testing of the four boilers and related systems to include the heat recovery steam generator, DA tanks, condensate receiver tank, compressors, compressed air tanks, pumps, economizers, fans, fuel train, turbines and all other support equipment located at the Central plant as well is inspect the twelve (12) safety valves on Hanscom Air Force Base (AFB). Steam Plant Supervisor own expense to ensure compliance.

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will determine which valves are to be tested.

The Contractor shall inspect the boilers and associated systems for operational and mechanical integrity. This should include the operation and maintenance practices, system configuration, condition of the boiler water side (including inspection inside tubes), and condition of the boilers fire side including refractory, internal components, external supports, piping, instrumentation and controls.

1.2 100% Compliance 100% Inspection Contractor shall re-perform at own expense to ensure compliance.

This inspection shall be provided by a National Board Commissioned Inspector and should result in a report being submitted outlining all deficiencies found and

1.3.5 100% Compliance 100% Inspection Contractor shall re-perform at own expense to ensure compliance.

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recommendations for remediation.

Verification should be performed ensuring compliance with all Federal, ASME, State, Air Force, National Boiler Inspection Code, ASME, Hartford Inspection requirements and NFPA regulations and inspection guidelines. The contractor shall provide proof of NBIC certification.

The contractor shall be responsible for insuring all services and parts provided under this contract are in accordance with the terms and conditions outlined herein and conform to the manufacturer’s equipment specifications and this Performance Work Statement (PWS). All work shall be performed in accordance with

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AFMAN 32-0168

and UFC 3-430-07.

The contractor shall assume that no maintenance has been performed and that everything needs to occur this year.

The contractor shall test and recalibrate the twelve (12) safety valves per the

ASME

requirements and document the status of each valve.

Steam Plant Supervisor will determine which valves are to be tested. The contractor will be responsible for providing means of access to the valves.

1.3.2 100% Compliance 100% Inspection Contractor shall re-perform at own expense to ensure compliance.

Responds to questions/concerns from customer, Contracting Officer and Contract Administrator within a reasonable time.

1.4 Response time is

within a range of an hour up to one day depending on the urgency.

100% Inspection Contractor will have to respond to the question or concern.

Both positive and negative customer service will be reported to the CO and could impact follow-on tasks.

SECTION 3

GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED PROPERTY AND SERVICES

3.1. Government Furnished Property (GFP): Government Furnished Property is not applicable to the in the performance of this contract.

3.2. Reserved.

3.3. Government Furnished Services: Government Furnished Services are applicable during the performance of this contract.

3.3.1. Security Police: The government will provide general on base Security Forces service.

The Security Forces’ telephone number is 911 for emergencies, for crime in progress 781-225- 6920 and 781-225-1350 for non-emergency calls.

3.3.2. Fire and Emergency Services: The government will provide general on-base fire protection services. The contractor shall comply with fire prevention rules and regulations enforced by the Hanscom AFB Fire Prevention Branch. Call 911 for emergencies. For routine fire prevention matters and/or calls to dispatch, call 781-225-3330.

3.3.3. Emergency Medical Service: The government will provide 24 hour on-base state certified paramedic level emergency response and patient transport services for contractor personnel who are injured or become seriously ill while on Hanscom AFB. The telephone number is 911 for emergencies.

Note: Calling 911 from a cell phone will be received by off base emergency 911 system, causing a delay in response time by emergency personnel. When possible use a base telephone to receive on base help.

3.3.4. Utilities: The government will furnish 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.

3.3.5. Refuse Collection: The government will provide refuse collection services limited to the extent provided in the Base Refuse Collection Contract for government provided facilities. The government will only allow non-hazardous refuse to be emptied into the nearest authorized refuse dumpster for trash collection. Do not use government dumpsters for collection of construction debris.

3.3.6. Workspace: The government will provide adequate workspace around the equipment area.

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