DBS_SOW__DRUMS_(2).doc

STATEMENT OF WORK

FOR

Di-N-Butyl Sebacate

1.0 PURPOSE

This document contains information necessary to procure Di-N-Butyl Sebacate (DBS) for the Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technology Division (NSWC IHEODTD) located in Indian Head MD 20640-5035.

2.0 BACKGROUND

Otto Fuel is a stable, liquid monopropellant composed of a nitrate ester in solution with a desensitizing agent and stabilizer. The propellant has a high flashpoint and other safety characteristics that permit it to be classified as a low fire hazard material. The DBS is the desensitizing agent that gives the Otto Fuel the above mentioned characteristics.

3.0 DI-N-BUTYL SEBACATE REQUIREMENTS

3.1 Chemical and Physical Requirements:

The Chemical and Physical requirements of Di-N-Butyl Sebacate are covered in the Military Specification DOD-B-82669(OS).

4.0 QUALITY ASSURANCE

4.1 Witnessing of Vendors Analysis:

NSWC IHEODTD reserves the right to witness any analysis of the Di-N-Butyl Sebacate performed by the vendor at the vendor’s facility at any time during the life of the contract.

4.2 Quality Documentation

Contractor shall perform all inspection requirements according to Federal Acquisition Regulations (Far 52.246-2). Vendor shall notify in writing NSWC IHEODTD of any changes to the process, equipment, and raw materials that may affect the quality of the Di-N-Butyl Sebacate throughout the life of the contract.

4.3 Pre-Qualification Process for New Sources:

In the event that the vendor has to obtain a new source of Di-N-Butyl Sebacate other than the already qualified vendor’s source the vendor shall immediately inform NSWC IDEODTD and the new source must be pre-qualified using NSWC standards. Qualification of the new source will be required before any delivery of the Di-N-Butyl Sebacate will be accepted at NSWC IHEODTD. NSWC IHEODTD reserves the right to reject the new source.

4.4 Quality Program Requirements

The vendor shall follow the following military standards and specifications during the life of the contract:

MIL-STD-129 P

MARKING FOR SHIPMENT AND STORAGE

MIL-STD-1916

SAMPLING PROCEDURES AND TABLES

FOR INSPECTION BY ATTRIBUTES

5.0 DI-N-BUTYL SEBACATE TRUCK FLEET

5.1 Management of Truck Fleet

Following contract award, NSWC IHEODTD representatives may schedule a meeting with the vendor to discuss shipment methods.

5.2 Transportation Regulations

All truck tankers shall comply with Department of Transportation regulations at Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations.

5.3 Demurrage Charges

The truck tankers may incur delays once arriving at NSWC IHEODTD due to inclement weather, equipment problems, etc. The NSWC IHEODTD will endeavor to minimize delay. A minimum of 3 -5 hours are necessary to sample, analyze and accept the DBS.

5.4 Spill Responsibilities

The vendor is responsible for any hazardous material spills that may occur during transport of the Di-N-Butyl Sebacate.

6.0 RECEIPT INSPECTION

6.1 Receipt Inspection

Vendor Di-N-Butyl Sebacate deliveries may be made to the NSWC IHEODTD facility between the hours of 7 A.M. and 10 A.M., Monday through Thursday.

6.2 Paperwork Inspection

The delivery truck will proceed to a designated area. The presence of Certificate of Analysis (CA) and Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) will be verified. If a discrepancy is found, the Government reserves the right to return the shipment to the vendor at no cost to the Government.

6.3 Final Acceptance

The shipment will then proceed to the Chemicals Operation Branch for off loading. The following will occur before transfer:

a. The truck will be directed to the designated area and held at the storage tank. A representative of the Chemicals Operation Branch shall inspect the certificates to confirm that the material meets the specifications. If the certified analysis meets specification requirements per DOD-B-82669(OS), the material will then be sampled from the drum(s) and the sent it to the laboratory for analysis. The drums will not be unloaded from delivery truck without the certificate of analysis.

b. If the drums sample fails the government’s analysis Military Specification DOD-B-82669(OS) the shipment shall be returned to the vendor at no cost to the Government.

c. The Government reserves the right to perform any additional testing before acceptance that is desired. If additional testing is required results will be reported to the vendor, including the batch or lot number.

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