2016_Confined_Space_Entry_and_Confined_Space_Rescue_vNSFCC_-_Copy.doc

STATEMENT OF WORK FOR CONFINED SPACE ENTRY AND CONFINED SPACE RESCUE

Dated: 03 June 16

1.0 GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE

The National Strike Force (NSF) requires contract support services to provide Confined Space Entry and Rescue Training that includes while in personnel protective equipment (level “A” and “B” responses). The Contractor will provide a quote for three (3) course convenings of up to twenty (20) students for Confined Space Entry Training and only eight (8) students (that had the Confined Space Entry Course) for Confined Space Rescue Training. Both courses should be completed within 5 days (example: 2 days Entry and 3 days Rescue or something similar) and to be completed prior to the last day of September 2016.

1.2 BACKGROUND

The National Oil and Hazardous Substances Pollution Contingency Plan, more commonly called the National Contingency Plan (NCP), is the federal government’s blueprint for responding to both oil spills and hazardous substance releases. The NCP includes a framework for responding to hazardous substance spills as well as oil discharges, in addition to releases at hazardous waste sites requiring emergency removal actions.

Within the NCP, the NSF Strike Teams (NSFST) are designated as Special Teams required to maintain the standing ability to support Coast Guard, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the Department of Defense pre-designated Federal On-Scene Coordinators for any discharge or substantial threat of discharge of oil into a navigable waterway of the U.S., or a release or substantial threat of a release of a hazardous substance, pollutant, or contaminant into the environment of the U.S.

Confined spaces are one of the most hazardous operational environments NSFST personnel may be required to enter. NSFST members are required to maintain capabilities to enter and conduct response operations in confined spaces. Additionally, NSFSTs are required to have personnel trained to perform confined space rescue operations in case of emergency. In order to maintain standardization amongst the NSF, students have been identified who will complete Confined Space Entry and Confined Space Rescue training at each of the NSFSTs.

1.3 CONTRACTOR PERSONNEL QUALIFICATIONS

Instructor shall have a minimum of five (5) years combined experience as an instructor in the field related to this task order and in conducting Confined Space Entry and Confined Space Rescue operations while in personnel protective equipment (level “A” and “B” responses).

The Contractor shall provide a list of instructors to the NSF for evaluation as part of the proposal. Instructor resume and any current certifications applicable to this task order shall also be included in all submitted quotes. Changes to the instructor list will not be authorized without prior approval from the Point of Contact. The Government shall have final approval authority for instructor supplied by the Contractor.

1.4 TRAVEL COSTS.

Travel Costs shall be included in the Fixed Course Fee and based on per diem for areas defined in PWS 1.6.

1.5 CONFLICT OF INTEREST.

The Contractor shall not employ any person for work under this contract who is an employee of the United States Government if that employment would, or could appear to cause a conflict of interest.

1.6 PLACE OF PERFORMANCE.

The primary place of performance will be at the three NSFSTs. The Government will provide all classroom facilities. There will be one convening per location. The locations of the three NSFSTs are:

1. Atlantic Strike Team: Fort Dix, New Jersey

2. Gulf Strike Team: Mobile, Alabama

3. Pacific Strike Team: Novato, California

2.0 GOVERNMENT TERMS AND DEFINITIONS

2.1 POC-Point of Contact

2.2 NSF-National Strike Force

2.3 NSFST-National Strike Force Strike Team

2.4 FOSC-Federal On-Scene Coordinator

2.5 NCP-National Contingency Plan

2.6 PWS-Proposed Work Statement

2.7 EPA- Environmental Protection Agency

3.0 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED RESOURCES & INFORMATION.

The Government will provide notice to the Contractor requesting a course convening not less than twenty-one (21) calendar days in advance. At least fourteen (14) days prior to each course convening, the Government POC will provide the Contractor with the student roster for each class with the names of students registered for each course. The roster will consist of personnel of varying experience levels. The initial roster may change prior to the course date due to cancellations and substitutions based on operational requirements.

The Government will provide, at the request of the Contractor, resources such as projectors or computers for the intended purpose of class instruction. The NSFSTs Confined Space equipment will be available at each team and preferred for use during the training. Instructor shall provide feedback on condition and the improving the standardization of the Confined Space Equipment within the three teams. The Contractor must notify at the time of quote any special training equipment requested to be provided by the Government.

4.0 CONTRACTOR FURNISHED PROPERTY.

With the exception of Government Furnished Resources specified in section 3.0 of this work statement, the Contractor is responsible for providing the following to fulfill the requirements of this purchase order:

4.1 The Contractor shall have all required gear, instruments, personal protective equipment, and any other necessary resources to provide instruction. The Government has included an AST Equipment Manifest to assist the Contractor with familiarization of NSF confine space equipment (see attachment). Any deviations from this must be approved by the Government POC prior to awarding the quote.

4.2 The Contractor will provide members with a confined space training materials which will include the following at a minimum: course curriculum, power point presentations, student handbook, and written tests. A course outline and list of training materials will be provided in the quote.

5.0 REQUIREMENTS

5.1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

5.1.1 PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE.

The period of performance for this contract shall be between the date this contract is awarded and September 30, 2016.

5.1.2 COURSE CURRENCY.

The Contractor shall develop the course based on the most recent and applicable references outlined in compliance with 29 CFR 1910.146.

5.1.3 COURSE LENGTH, CURRICULUM AND SYLLABUS.

The course length, curriculum, and syllabus will be determined by current course requirements in 5.1.2., but should not exceed 5 days. Any changes must be submitted to the Government POC for approval no less than thirty (30) days prior to class convening.

5.1.4 TARGET AUDIENCE.

The course shall be suitable and adapted to accommodate the learning needs of students with both limited and extensive Confined Space Entry and Confined Space Rescue knowledge. Students will have completed Confined Space Awareness Training prior to course dates and are HAZMAT Technicians.

5.1.5 COURSE CONTENT.

The curriculum shall be a mix of hands-on/practical exercises and classroom/written examinations. Hands-on training should be stressed whenever possible. At a minimum, hands-on/practical exercises shall make up at least sixty (60%) of the course curriculum. Members should be thoroughly familiar and in compliance with 29 CFR 1910.146 upon completion of training. The purpose of this training is to provide students with the knowledge and skills in the tactics, techniques, and procedures to safely execute confined space entry and rescue operations. Proficiency should be evaluated and documented by the use of a written assessment and a skill demonstration, which will be provided by the Contractor. The assessment and demonstration should evaluate the knowledge and individual skills developed in the course of training. The Contractor shall specify in writing the minimum level of proficiency required to successfully complete the course.

These additional NSF capabilities shall be included:

1. Demonstrate the ability to act as an Entry Member. (All Members)

2. Perform the role of the Attendant Member. (Response Technicians and above)

3. Perform the role of a Confined Space Entry Supervisor. (Response Supervisors and Officers)

4. State the required training and documentation for personnel assigned to the Confined Space Rescue Team. (Response Supervisor)

The additional Confined Space Rescue Team capabilities shall be in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.146 (k)(2)(ii). Personnel attending only the rescue team portion of the training will be validated by the employer as current in their certification as at least a confined space entrant.

5.2 TRAINING MATERIALS.

5.2.1 COURSE PREPARATION.

The Contractor shall be responsible for setting up the training facility, classroom furniture layout, laying out participant materials, and preparing equipment and instructor aids. (The Training Coordinators at each NSFST will provide information to the contractor on facility locations, training venues for practical demonstrations, and other logistics.)

5.2.2 STUDENT MATERIALS.

The Contractor shall prepare and provide all required student materials (course manuals, workbooks, handouts, quizzes, tests, completion certificates, a final roster of participants, and course critique forms).

5.2.3 EQUIPMENT.

The Contractor shall provide all materials and equipment required for training as listed in Section 4.1.

5.3 COURSE EVALUATION

5.3.1 PROPOSED EVALUATION.

The Contractor shall provide a proposed course evaluation questionnaire with all submitted quotes.

5.3.2 EVALUATION CONTENT.

The Contractor shall provide a course evaluation questionnaire to be completed by all participants at the end of each course. The questionnaire shall be directed toward eliciting participants’ comments as to the value of the material taught, recommended changes and/or additions, and the quality of the instruction.

5.3.3 EVALUATION CONSOLIDATED REPORT.

The Contractor shall provide a consolidated report of the evaluation responses with recommendations for course enhancement no later than fifteen (15) days after the course ends to the Government POC.

5.4 COURSE CERTIFICATES.

The Contractor shall provide a certificate attesting to that successful completion of the course no later than fifteen (15) days after completion of the course. The certification shall contain the following:

· Student’s name.

· Course title.

· Course date.

· Statement that the student has successfully completed the course.

· Name and address of the training provider.

· An individual identification number for the certificate.

6.0 REFERENCES.

Title 29 CFR Part 1910.146, Permit-required Confined Space Entry and Rescue

7.0 DELIVERABLES.

The Contractor shall provide the following in their quote:

Attachment:

(1) AST Equipment Manifest