AMENDMENT 2 TO THE SOLICITATION N4215821QE033.pdf

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AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.

15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print)

30-105-04EXCEPTION TO SF 30

APPROVED BY OIRM 11-84

STANDARD FORM 30 (Rev. 10-83) Prescribed by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

Edit to PWS Section 1.1 in order to delete w ork that w ill not be part of this requirement and add Attachment for Tasking Spreadsheet.

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16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

16C. DATE SIGNED

BY 14-Apr-2021

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(Signature of Contracting Officer)(Signature of person authorized to sign)

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No., Street , County, State and Zip Code) X N4215821QE033

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

05-Apr-2021

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

X The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offer is extended, X is not extended.

Offer must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended by one of the following methods:

(a) By completing Items 8 and 15, and returning copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted;

or (c) By separate letter or telegram which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN

REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by telegram or letter, provided each telegram or letter makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required)

13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS.

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE

CONTRACT ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation date, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(B).

C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not, is required to sign this document and return copies to the issuing office.

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

10A. MOD. OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO. 5. PROJECT NO.(If applicable)

6. ISSUED BY

3. EFFECTIVE DATE

14-Apr-2021

CODE

NORFOLK NAVAL SHIPYARD

ATTN: SYLVIA PERRY

NNSY NUCLEAR BRANCH

C411, BLDG 65, 1ST FLOOR

PORTSMOUTH VA 23709-1022

N42158 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than item 6)

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.

CODE

See Item 6

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N4215821QE033

SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

SECTION SF 1449 - CONTINUATION SHEET

The following have been modified:

PWS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section Title Page 1 Scope 4 2 Period of Performance 4 3 Place of Performance 4 4 References 4 5 Quality Management and Assurance 6

6.1 NNSY Requirements 6

6.2 General Requirements 7

6.3 General Radiological Requirements 11

6.4 Waste Contents/Form 13

6.5 Requirements for the Acceptance of Waste 13

6.6 Requirements for the Generation and Acceptance of Mixed Waste 16

6.7 Radiological Reporting Requirements 19

6.8 Packaging of Materials by the Contractor 19

6.9 Radiological Release Requirements 19

6.10 Radiological Work Requirements 20

6.11 Personnel Qualifications 20

6.12 Required Standard of Workmanship 25

6.13 Prior Written Permissions Required for All Subcontracts 25

6.14 Points of Contact 25

6.15 Enterprise-Wide Contractor Manpower Reporting Applications (ECMRA) 25

1 SCOPE:

1.1 The contractor shall provide services to accomplish characterization, decontamination and decommissioning which will occur in potentially radiologically contaminated facilities. This involves removal of facility equipment and furnishings; asbestos remediation and asbestos cleanup; paint removal; machinery, electrical, piping, and ventilation system removal; industrial remediation of various non-hazardous and hazardous materials, such as PCBs, mercury, beryllium, and lead; lifting and handling of large contaminated equipment and structures; control and packaging of radioactive material for shipment. The removal of radiological enclosures and equipment will be performed within Building 1475 Fab Shop at Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY) Portsmouth, Virginia. No work will occur that modifies/affects/disturbs facility superstructure.

1.2 The scope defined herein does not include any requirements for the contractor to perform functions that fall within Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) areas of authority and responsibilities as defined with Navy Maries Corps Acquisition Regulation Supplement (NMCARS) Subpart 5201.61-90(c)(6).

2 Period of Performance:

2.1 The anticipated Period of Performance that the Contractor shall accomplish all work is June 1st, 2021 through November 30th, 2021.

3 Place of Performance:

3.1 The contractor shall bring all required tooling and equipment to accomplish all work at NNSY, within the Controlled Industrial Area (CIA), with the exception of non-nuclear structural item fabrication.

4 References:

The following documents and their references shall be used in the technical requirements for performing work under this contract. The most current reference revision will be in effect at the time of award, unless otherwise specified. All work shall be performed in accordance with the drawings, documents and procedures cited below regardless if the drawings, documents and procedures are vessel specific. The revision/change levels of any NAVSEA drawings or document utilized will be dictated by the most current revision/change unless directed otherwise via an Official Shipyard Document or other NAVSEA approved document for performing work under this Performance Work Statement (PWS). If the Contractor desires to use any drawing or technical instruction outside of these guidelines, cognizant Technical Authority concurrence must be given in writing prior to using any other reference, via a Contractor deficiency reporting process to include resolution. Any document not available to the Contractor can be obtained by request via the NNSY Contracting Officer (KO).

4.1 Code of Federal Regulation (CFR) Title 49;

4.2 Code of Federal Regulation, Title 10

4.3 Radiological Controls for Shipyards (NAVSEA 389-0288)

4.4 International Standards Organization - ISO 9001; Quality Management Systems-

Requirements

4.5 Naval Ship’s Technical Manual S9086-CH-STM-030/CH 074, Volume 3; Gas Free

Engineering

4.6 Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR 1915, Title 29; Occupational Safety and Health

Standards for Shipyard Employment

4.7 NAVSEA INSTRUCTION 4700.17; Preparation and Submission of Trouble Reports

4.8 NAVSEA INSTRUCTION 5400.95; Waterfront and Technical Authority Policy

4.9 Code of Federal Regulations 40; Protection of Environment

4.10 Code of Federal Regulations 19; 1910; Occupational Safety and Health Standards

4.11 NAVSEA Standard Item (SI) 009-32; Cleaning and Painting Requirements

4.12 NAVSEA Standard Item (SI) 009-01; General Criteria; accomplish

4.13 NAVSEA Standard Item (SI) 009-02; Environmental Compliance Report for Material

Usage; accomplish

4.14 NAVSEA Standard Item (SI) 009-03; Toxic and Hazardous Substance; control

4.15 NAVSEA Standard Item (SI) 009-04; Quality Management System; provide

4.16 NAVSEA Standard Item (SI) 009-05 Temporary Access; accomplish

4.17 NAVSEA Standard Item (SI) 009-07; Confined Space Entry, Certification, Fire

Prevention and Housekeeping; accomplish

4.18 NAVSEA Standard Item (SI) 009-09 Process Control Procedure (PCP); provide and accomplish

4.19 NAVSEA Standard Item (SI) 009-10; Asbestos-Containing Material (ACM); control

4.20 NAVSEA Standard Item (SI) 009-12; Weld, Fabricate, and Inspect; accomplish

4.21 NAVSEA Standard Item (SI) 009-40; Contractor Crane, Multi-Purpose Machine and

Material Handling Equipment at a Naval Facility; provide

4.22 NAVSEA Standard Item (SI) 009-60; Schedule and Associated Reports for

Availabilities Over 9 Weeks in Duration; provide and manage

4.23 NAVSEA Standard Item (SI) 009-65; Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs); control

4.24 NAVSEA Standard Item (SI) 009-74; Occupational, Safety and Health Plan; accomplish

4.25 NAVSEA Standard Item (SI) 009-120; Fact Finding and Critique of Unplanned Event;

manage

4.26 NAVSEA Standard Item (SI) 009-122; Temporary Padeye; install and remove

4.27 Local Standard Item 042-26-001 Security Requirements for Work Within Norfolk

Naval Shipyard (NNSY); accomplish

4.28 Local Standard Item 042-11-001 General Occupational Safety, Health and Environment

(OSHE) Requirements for Work Within Norfolk Naval Shipyard; accomplish (PCP)

4.29 OSHECM Chapter 250 'Hazardous Energy Control'

4.30 COMNAVREG MIDLANT INSTRUCTION 11262.1A Contractor Crane/Weight

Handling Equipment Oversight.

4.31 Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY) Asset Authorization Submittal Requirements

4.32 NAVFAC P-307; Weight Handling Program Management

4.33 NAVSEA Instruction 9210.47 Requirements For Mixed Waste And Radioactive

Polychlorinated Biphenyl (Pcb) Waste Control

4.34 Local Standard Item 042-22-001 General Requirements for Work Within Norfolk Naval

Shipyard (NNSY); accomplish

4.35 NAVSEA S9213-70-MMA-000 Radiological Controls Manual Decontamination and

Decommissioning Supplement

4.36 NAVMED P-5055 Radiation Health Protection Manual

5 Quality Management and Assurance:

5.1 The Contractor shall develop and maintain a Quality Management System, compliant with reference 4.15, which provide assurances that all contracted work submitted to the Government for acceptance conforms to contract requirements. The Contractor's Quality Management System shall be documented and shall be submitted as part of the contract award process. The Contractor’s Quality Management System shall be approved by NNSY prior to start of performance and shall be subject to periodic audits by NNSY throughout the contract Period of Performance. The Contractor shall provide a copy of the Quality Management System, to include any applicable quality manuals, process instructions, and weld/braze procedures via electronic media to the Contracting Officer Representative (COR). The Contractor shall notify NNSY COR in writing of any change to the Quality Management System, to include any updates, within one (1) week of change.

6 REQUIREMENTS:

6.1 NNSY Requirements:

6.1.1 NNSY shall provide water, 90 psi tool air, and power to the facility. Power and water will be provided to the facility by existing services. Where required contractor may request temporary power to be provided by the shipyard VIA a 75kVA transformer.

6.1.2 NNSY shall provide an aerial site drawing of the worksite.

6.1.3 NNSY will provide initial radiological and waste characterization information to the Contractor. The information may, but is not required to, include waste characterization profiles, and radiological surveys, will be provided in a format acceptable to reference 4.3. This is provided for information purposes only and must be verified by the contractor. Refer to section 6.5.6.

6.1.4 NNSY will support Contractor work on 1st and 2nd shift Monday through Saturday, excluding government holidays. Due to overtime considerations, notification to the COR is required to support work outside of normal business hours. Notification must be received by the close of business on Tuesday of the week prior the week additional support is needed. Support outside of normal business hours will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

6.1.5 NNSY will maintain a custodian work force to include inspections and small work items outside of the contractors work areas, maintaining the fire alarms and alarm system and monitoring shipyard workers access control. Contractor is required to maintain contractor work force access control.

6.1.6 NNSY will maintain facility security including securing the facility when it is unoccupied.

6.1.7 NNSY will provide a technical representative points of contact for interface. See 6.14.

6.2 General Requirements: In the performance of the resulting contract, the Contractor shall:

6.2.1 The Contractor shall perform all work in accordance with all applicable references identified in section 4. The Contractor shall comply with references as cited within this Performance Work Statement and the current contract modification, unless otherwise authorized by the Government. The effective issue of Government approved documents referenced in the ship specifications or otherwise invoked in this contract, including revisions or amendments, shall be the latest document date prior to contract award that has been accepted by the Contractor. The Contractor shall promptly notify the government of all revisions identified to the documents referenced in section 4 and identify all cost and schedule impacts. If required, the contractor shall submit an Equitable Adjustment Request (REA) based upon revision as authorized through a contract modification. Individual process, system, and component specification upgrades will be addressed as identified in the Final Work Package. These requests will be evaluated prior to implementation based on their economy, feasibility and practicality. Implementation shall be in accordance with standard shipyard procedures identified in the Quality Assurance Program Requirements.

6.2.2 Senior Contractor personnel shall personally notify at least one senior Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program representative, the COR, and the Contracting Officer of any issue related to licenses, permits, agreements, consents, or other legal authorization required to perform work specified herein that would adversely affect the Contractor’s ability to perform the functions defined in the contract. This notification is required whether or not such documents are identified in this specification. This notification shall be via teleconference within one (1) business day of identification of the issue and shall be followed up in writing within five (5) calendar days. Additionally, senior Contractor personnel shall personally inform at least one senior NNPP representative and the COR prior to initiating any discussion, oral or written, with State, Federal, or local regulators concerning the handling, packaging, or transportation of NNPP waste. This notification shall occur under all circumstances even if the Contractor does not specifically identify that the NNPP is the waste generator.

This notification is in addition to, and not in lieu of, the Contractor's responsibility to promptly notify the Contracting Officer of any issues that could adversely affect schedule, impact performance or result in non-compliance with the contract. The senior Contractor Personnel and senior NNPP representative(s) for this contract will be designated at time of contract award (and updated as necessary).

6.2.3 Contractor shall follow all security requirements of reference 4.27 and Safety, Health, and Environment requirements of reference 4.28.

6.2.4 The Contractor shall provide to the COR an updated Plan of Action and

Milestones (POA&M) and schedule for all associated work post award but prior to the start of work and whenever a change occurs thereafter.

6.2.5 The Contractor shall submit Contract Funds Status Reports (CFSR) and the status of work reports. CFSRs and status of work reports shall be provided to the Government for all cost- reimbursement subcontracts. Should any subcontractors in a fixed price arrangement be willing to provide similar data, it should be integrated in the Contractor’s data as a part of the completion report. (CDRL A007 for CFSR).

6.2.6 The Contractor shall provide Project Management to participate in the following meetings and conferences:

6.2.6.1 The Cost Report meeting. Begins one month prior to beginning work and will continue every two (2) weeks through completion of contracted work.

6.2.6.2 Weekly Progress meeting. Begins one month prior to beginning work and will continue weekly (one meeting per week) through completion of contracted work.

6.2.6.3 Periodic availability review conferences at 25%, 50%, 75% accomplishment of work.

6.2.6.4 Daily Production meetings with C400/COR

6.2.6.5 Other meetings as required to cover any emergent needs that may develop over the availability.

6.2.7 The Contractor shall furnish the material, services, and work space/trailers, unless furnished by the Government under express provisions of this contract, necessary for the execution of work.

6.2.8 Contractor will be responsible for removal and preparation for disposal of all radioactively contaminated and potentially radioactively contaminated equipment or systems within the facility In Accordance With (IAW) documents in section 4.

6.2.9 Contractor will be responsible for removal of all equipment, furnishings and structural interference items including tanks. Facility infrastructure related items will not be affected or have work performed on them. Some of this material is considered radioactive material.

6.2.10 All material removed from the facility shall have the classification of waste to be determined by the contractor per this PWS and reference 4.3.

6.2.11 Contractor shall perform all planning for work to remove and properly dispose of all items including radiological and hazardous waste, as necessary, to include:

Engineering Services Radiological Services Project management and Production Services

Lifting and Handling Services

6.2.12 Work Items, specifications and other work products shall be completely and thoroughly checked and reviewed by the Contractor for technical accuracy and compliance with provisions of technical instructions, specifications and assignments. The Government is the ultimate approval authority for work item specifications provided by the Contractor. Data and other work products developed by the Contractor for Contractor’s accomplished work shall be submitted to the COR for review by NNSY for approval before beginning work on the work item submitted. NNSY requires ten (10) working days for review and approval. The Contractor shall report any corrections necessary due to error or omission. No work may proceed without written approval of

NNSY.

6.2.12.1 All work performed by the contractor must be IAW written and approved, by NNSY, work packages.

6.2.13 The Contractor shall submit reports as specified in this PWS to the COR.

6.2.14 The Contractor shall comply with all laws, ordinances, and regulations of Federal, State, and Local authorities regarding licenses, permits and consents that may be necessary. For any supplies or services provided pursuant to this contract, the Contractor shall comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including, but not limited to, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) and associated regulations, the Department of Transportation (DOT), the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) and associated regulations, radioactive waste compact, and the appropriate Agreement State (as applicable).

6.2.15 The Contractor shall allow inspections of the facility by NNPP Representatives at all reasonable times. Inspections will include radiological control, safety, and adherence to approved work procedures. All deficiencies documented by these inspections will be provided to the COR. Inspections may be at random.

6.2.16 The Contractor will not take possession, custody, or control of the facility, but will, to the extent legally permissible, assume all risk, including risk of loss, and all other incidents of ownership to the portions of the facility under contractor control. The Contractor shall be liable and responsible to the extent allowed by applicable laws and regulations in any action that may claim damages or compensation in any connection with the facility after the Contractor has started work on the facility.

6.2.16.1 In the event of a catastrophic accident, NNSY will provide emergency response and emergency repair. Contractor would be liable for damage.

6.2.17 The Contractor shall prepare for disposal of all wastes generated from the facility disposal including, but not limited to, radioactive waste, Heavy Metal Bearing Equipment (HMBE) waste (HMBE mainly consists of equipment with lead components inside), and mixed waste. Storage, treatment, transportation, and/or packaging of these wastes shall be in accordance with applicable Federal, State and Local regulations.

6.2.17.1 Hazardous waste, including lead waste and Asbestos waste

(radiological and non-radiological), PCB waste (radiological and non-radiological), and non-hazardous regulated waste (any non-radioactive waste generated from a facility that is no longer usable and, due to its hazardous or pollutant properties, requires controlled treatment/disposal), shall be handled, packaged and disposed of in accordance with references 4.14, 4.19, 4.23, and 4.28.

6.2.18 Contractor shall submit a safety plan to NNSY for review and approval.

6.2.19 Contractor shall provide all crane and rigging services. Contractor must submit plans to and have cranes be inspected by Code 700 for approval per reference 4.30.

6.2.20 Welding is per SI 009-12. All weld procedures and welder qualifications must be approved by NNSY C138.

6.2.21 Contractor shall obtain authorization for all electronic devices from NNSY per reference 4.31.

6.2.21.1 Contractors are authorized to bring the following privately owned personal electronic devices (PEDs) onto the Shipyard, but not within the Controlled Industrial Area (CIA) or secured spaces: cell phones, cell phones with PDAs embedded (including web access), PDAs (including web access), and Blackberry - type devices and Bluetooth for these devices including hands-free (ear pieces). It is required to leave these devices outside of the CIA and secured spaces.

6.2.21.2 Cameras and PEDs (including laptops) with camera, video, remote activation, and/or audio recording capabilities are prohibited on the Shipyard. Camera cell phones are permitted on the shipyard;

however they cannot be brought into the CIA or into spaces where NAVSEA business is conducted.

6.2.21.3 PEDs brought within Shipyard worksites are subject to random audits. Devices found to contain government information shall be sanitized. The device will be examined to determine if government information can be removed without destruction. If it is determined that physical destruction is the only method for sanitizing, the device will be destroyed and the owner will not be reimbursed for the device.

6.3 General Radiological Requirements:

6.3.1 Perform all work in accordance with reference 4.3. In all disputes in the interpretation of reference 4.3, NNSY is the final authority.

6.3.1.1 Per reference 4.3, the following conditions are considered radiological incidents. If an incident occurs the contractor must immediately suspend all work and submit a recovery plan to the COR for approval.

For convenience, section numbers of reference 4.3 are listed after each incident.

6.3.1.2 External radiation exposure in excess of NAVSEA limits. (238.3 and 238.4).

6.3.1.3 Internally deposited radioactivity. (406.4).

6.3.1.4 Skin Contamination. (517.2).

6.3.1.5 Personnel exposed to airborne radioactivity. (404).

6.3.1.6 Unauthorized radioactive liquid discharge to the environment. (308.2 and 310.3).

6.3.1.7 Loss of radioactive material. (704.3).

6.3.1.8 Spread of radioactive contamination. (517.3 and 517.4).

6.3.1.9 Unmonitored exposure. (234.1.f).

6.3.1.10 Improper control of high radiation areas or exclusion areas. (226.1.g and 226.4.c).

6.3.1.11 Unauthorized disposal of radioactive waste. (including mixed waste and PCB waste)(324.2).

6.3.1.12 Improperly controlled radioactive material. (703.8.b).

6.3.1.13 Dosimetry discrepancy. (231.4.b and 233.3.g).

6.3.1.14 Any instance in which personnel radiation exposure exceeded the control levels of 106.1.a, 106.8.b or 240.8.c.

6.3.2 The Contractor shall provide radiological coverage for all Contractor radiological work. This includes providing Radiation Control Technicians and supervisors to ensure work is performed in a radiologically safe manner and per all requirements.

6.3.3 Contractor personnel shall be trained to perform radiological work and wear dosimetry per reference 4.3. Training is performed by NNSY post award.

6.3.4 Contractor personnel shall be entered into NNSYs dosimetry program and subject to the rules and regulations of the program. Personnel will be required to complete training, pass exams and have a medical examination (4.36).

6.3.5 The Contractor shall provide the COR a Point of Contact (POC) listing citing all contractor personnel for Radiological Manager’s notification to NNSY RADCON, to include the following: Radiological Control Department, Radiological Waste Management, Radiation Worker Training, and Radioactive Material Control Office (CDRL A002).

6.3.6 The Contractor shall provide copies of approved Technical Work Documents (TWD) containing radiological controls to NNSY.

6.3.7 Contractor is subject to radiological oversight by NNSY at all times per the Quality Assurance Plan (QASP).

6.3.8 Services are to be performed in a manner that minimizes the generation of radioactive waste and mixed waste. All radioactive waste, and mixed waste shall be handled according to Federal, State, and Local regulations and shall be prepped for disposal appropriately.

6.3.9 If the Contractor encounters water in radiological system the water shall be controlled as follows:

6.3.9.1 If less than 1 pint then use absorbents in the containment and

Radwaste per section 6.5. If more than a pint is encountered or expected, drain water into a polybottle provided by NNSY, and turn over to NNSY.

6.3.10 When a problem occurs that has violated or has the potential to violate the limits listed in 6.3.1 the Contractor shall stop work and perform a Team Learning Session (TLS). This TLS includes a discussion and written report of what happened, what should have happened, what the team learned, and what actions are going to be taken to ensure that the problem will not happen again.

TLS must include the COR and any technical representatives that the COR deems necessary.

6.3.10.1 For problems that occur but the COR does not deem significant enough to have violated the limits of 6.3.1 then the COR may only require a written report and not a full meeting.

6.4 Waste Contents/Form:

6.4.1 The Contractor shall sample all material for radiological and hazardous constituents prior to removal and preparation for disposal.

6.4.2 Waste material for disposal will contain individual radionuclides or combinations of radionuclides listed in CFR Title 10 Part 61. Waste material will meet the limits of Class A waste as defined by CFR Title 10 Part 61.55.

6.4.3 The Contractor shall provide services for removal and packaging of components having unique design characteristics and for large components. All waste shall be handled according to Federal. State, and Local regulations at NNSY and shall be packaged in accordance with reference 4.3 and NNSY’s provided training.

6.5 Requirements for the Acceptance of Radioactive Waste:

6.5.1 In the event of a violation concerning any waste previously accepted at the final disposal site, the Contractor may be held liable to the extent that its actions or inactions caused the violation, at the discretion of the NNPP, for costs incurred to ensure the proper disposal at the final disposal facility.

6.5.2 NNSY will only accept the following waste with prior approval and special considerations. *Note mixed waste and PCB/radioactive waste will be handled under the Mixed Waste and PCB/radioactive waste section.

1. Heavy metal bearing equipment (HMBE) and elemental lead.

2. Radiological waste with blood.

3. Polybottles (See 6.3.7).

4. Aqueous filters.

5. Biological Radwaste.

6.5.3 The Contractor shall perform handling, segregating and packing of radioactive solid waste (hazardous and non-hazardous). Waste is to be segregated (packed separately) based on waste streams. Mixed waste, hazardous waste, PCB waste and ORW, see 6.5.12, are to be packaged separately from other types of waste.

6.5.4 The Contractor shall perform blocking and bracing for items that cannot be packed by hand and provide associated inspections IAW Title 49 CFR part 393, Reference 4.1. This includes building wooden decks with fire retardant wood for shipping radwaste items.

6.5.5 The Contractor shall provide disposal information via technical working document or by completing a Waste Evaluation Form. Forwarding it to NNSY, for review and approval prior to transfer of any radioactive wastes to NNSY. Specific characterization information on the contents of each waste item must be provided to NNSY to support later communications and disposal of the radioactive waste. (CDRL A003).

6.5.6 The Contractor shall provide Objective Quality Evidence (OQE) such as box surveys, item on-contact levels, determining radioactive waste is not mixed waste, for radioactive waste items to verify characterization of the waste. This characterization data may be based on either appropriate process knowledge or sample analysis. This data (e.g., analysis sheets, surveys, etc.) is to be attached to the container associated with the waste items. Characterization information should be provided prior to turning over custody to NNSY. The following are required to be turned over to NNSY:

a. Information used to serialize the container (e.g. serial numbers, tracking, etc.).

b. Container weight (recorded in lbs.).

c. All applicable surveys (recorded in milli-Roentgens per hour).

d. Inventory List for each container turned over to NNSY.

e. If required, proof item(s) are blocked and braced satisfactory per reference 4.1.

f. All applicable NNSY documentation (Appendix Ns for ORW waste, TWDs, etc.).

g. Proof of satisfactory closure per manufacturer’s closure instructions.

(CDRL A003).

h. Percentage full (Only for NNSY provided Sealands, estimated to the nearest ± 5 percent).

6.5.7 The Contractor shall perform packaging of all radioactive waste to be transferred to NNSY. However, some types of waste need to be segregated (bagged separately). These waste streams include mixed waste, hazardous waste, PCB waste and ORW (see 6.5.3 and 6.5.12). For uniform radioactive debris of same characterization, debris is to be bagged prior to being packed into container. For debris with potential cut hazards, such as glass, protective bags or sharp edge protection shall be utilized prior to turning over to NNSY.

6.5.8 The Contractor shall provide the necessary support to permit NNSY to visually inspect any radioactive waste prior to transfer to NNSY. This inspection will, in some instances, require an open-container inspection of the waste to verify first-hand that no unacceptable materials are included with the radioactive waste and to ensure waste is properly identified and inventoried per work document.

6.5.9 Contractor shall provide new or like new containers and/or drums for packing waste. Containers/drums will not be used as a shipping container; instead, these containers will be packed into Sealands for shipment. NNSY may provide Sealands to the Contractor to pack radioactive waste directly into if the Contractor request a Sealand container from NNSY. Shipping containers and conveyances supplied to the NNPP sites shall be either new or refurbished and appear in a like new condition on all interior and exterior sides, including the top and bottom sides. All seals on access panels (i.e., doors and removable tops) shall be new or refurbished to be in a like new condition. Latches, door handles, chains and binders located on or attached to the container shall be in proper working order and be new or in a like new condition, at the discretion and inspection of Code 2380. The Sealand will remain under NNSY custody during all work evolutions. The Sealand will be used as a shipping container and must meet the requirements of reference 4.1. The Contractor shall not move, lift, or alter the NNSY provided Sealand container. The Contractor shall return the Sealand to NNSY in the same state as received once packing is complete.

6.5.10 Each container of waste turned over to NNSY shall have a detailed inventory list provided. This inventory shall be a breakdown of the waste in the bag as annotated on the Technical Work Document (TWD) or Waste Evaluation Form. Be specific. Do not use general terms such as “debris” to describe several waste forms, such as rubber gloves, stainless steel, etc. For debris, package together, ensure it is uniform under the same waste characterization.

(CDRL A003).

6.5.11 For certain pieces of equipment (i.e. vacuum canisters, chip collectors), the bagging requirements of this section are not applicable. However, an inventory shall still be provided. For heavy or large items where hand packing is not practical, block and brace as necessary.

6.5.12 Information on NNSY waste streams are as follows:

a. CCM (Common Consumable Material): Waste destined for incineration at the Vendor. Common Non-hazardous Trade Waste.

b. SRW (Standard Radioactive Waste): Radioactive waste stream for non-hazardous materials or recyclable metals.

c. ORW (Other Radioactive Waste): Radioactive waste stream that consists of items that do not fit into SRW and are not mixed waste or PCB/Radioactive waste. Metal items and other special characterized items that do not fit into the SRM waste stream, Out Of Waste Acceptance Guideline (OOWAG) material which may require pre-approval from Energy Solutions or special curie content evaluation. Examples of ORW are: tanks, elemental lead, aqueous filter, asbestos, etc.

6.6 Requirements for the Generation and Acceptance of Mixed Waste:

6.6.1 Mixed Waste is waste which is radioactive and which has been determined to be hazardous under Resource Conservation and Recovery Act. This includes wastes with PCB’s.

6.6.2 The Contractor shall minimize generation of mixed and/or PCB/radioactive wastes in accordance with reference 4.33.

6.6.3 The Contractor shall notify NNSY Code 2380.6 and Code 308 within 24 hours (during normal NNSY working hours) or 56 hours (during the weekend or holidays) before generation of any mixed and/or PCB/radioactive waste generated requiring transfer to NNSY Central Accumulation Area (CAA).

6.6.4 The Contractor shall submit characterization information (see step 6.5.4), the date or expected date of generation, and volume or anticipated volume of waste.

6.6.5 The Contractor shall provide disposal information via Technical Work Document (TWD) or completing Waste Evaluation Form and forwarding the form to NNSY Code 2380.6, for review and approval prior to transfer of any mixed and/or PCB/radioactive wastes to NNSY CAA. Specific characterization information on the contents of each waste item must be provided to NNSY to support later treatment and disposal of the mixed and/or PCB/radioactive waste.

6.6.6 The Contractor shall provide PCB analysis sheets, chemical analysis sheets, etc.

for individual mixed and/or PCB/radioactive waste items to verify characterization of the waste. This characterization data may be based on either appropriate process knowledge or sample analysis. This data (e.g., analysis sheets, surveys, etc.) is to be attached to the Appendix A associated with the waste items. Characterization information should be provided prior to the date of generation. (CDRL A003).

6.6.7 The Contractor shall package all mixed and/or PCB/radioactive waste to be transferred to NNSY.

6.6.8 The Contractor shall provide the necessary support to permit NNSY to visually inspect any mixed and/or PCB/radioactive waste prior to transfer to NNSY. This inspection will, in some instances, require an open-bag inspection of the waste to verify first-hand that no unacceptable materials are included with the mixed or PCB/radioactive waste and to ensure waste is properly identified and inventoried per TWD or Appendix A. NNSY cannot accept mixed and/or PCB/radioactive waste until an on-site waste inspection has been satisfactorily performed.

6.6.9 Mixed Waste Acceptance Criteria

6.6.9.1 The following items shall not be packaged with mixed and/or

PCB/radioactive waste item:

6.6.9.1.1 Free standing liquids.

6.6.9.1.2 Pressurized containers.

6.6.9.2 Waste items generated by the Contractor shall be bagged in non-PVC clear plastic bag. Examples of non-PVC plastics are polyurethane, polyethylene, and polypropylene. The use of other types of packaging materials requires approval of change by Code 2380 at NNSY. The weight for bagged mixed and/or PCB/radioactive waste should be kept to a maximum of 35 lbs. per bag unless otherwise approved by NNSY Code 2380.6. This does not apply to vacuums or chip collectors.

6.6.9.3 Each package of waste turned over to NNSY shall have a detailed inventory list provided. This inventory shall be a breakdown of the weight percent of each component of the waste in the bag as annotated on the TWD or Waste Evaluation Form. Be specific. Do not use general terms such as “debris” to describe several waste forms, such as rubber gloves, absorbents, paint chips, etc. An example of a breakdown would be a bag containing 85% delicate task tissue wipes, 15% cloth diapers.

6.6.9.4 For large components and pieces of equipment (i.e. vacuum canisters, chip collectors), the bagging requirements of this section are not applicable. However, an inventory shall still be provided.

6.6.9.5 Approved Waste Streams for Mixed Waste

6.6.9.5.1 Only those mixed waste streams listed below are for storage by NNSY. Each mixed waste stream is identified and the applicable EPA Waste Codes are provided.

6.6.9.5.2 Mixed Waste Requiring Organic/Characteristic Treatment (MW1) EPA Waste Codes: D001, D002, D003, D004, D005, D006, D007, D008, D009, D010, D011, D027, F002, F003, F005.

6.6.9.5.3 Mixed Waste for Macroencapsulation Treatment (MW2)

EPA Waste Codes: D004, D005, D006, D007, D008, D009, D010, D011.

This waste stream consists primarily of lead, leaded alloys, brass and bronze items, cadmium plated equipment and other debris type waste.

Debris means solid material exceeding a 60mm particle size that is intended for disposal and that is: a manufactured object; or plant animal matter; or natural geologic material.

Radioactive Lead Solids (RLS) are another type of hazardous waste that requires treatment via macroencapsulation. Radioactive Lead Solids include, but are not limited to, all forms of lead shielding and other elemental forms of lead. There are no size criteria for RLS unlike the 60 mm particle size requirement for hazardous debris. As such, smaller forms of RLS such as lead shot or fines require macroencapsulation prior to disposal.

This waste stream may contain asbestos and/or regulated PCBs that are amenable for direct disposal. No free paint chips is authorized for direct disposal.

6.6.9.5.4 Mixed Waste Containing PCBs (MW3)

EPA Waste Codes: D001, D002, D003, D004, D005, D006, D007, D008, D009, D010, D011, F002, F003 and F005.

This waste stream consists primarily of PCB contaminated debris, items, particulates, and sediments that may contain asbestos. This waste stream shall contain greater than or equal to 50 ppm PCBs.

6.6.9.5.5 Process knowledge and/or a representative sample analysis of the waste streams identified above shall be based on the minimum sample analyses as identified below. Any sample analysis performed shall meet the requirements of EPA Test Methods for Evaluating Solid Waste (SW-846) and analyzed for the following constituents per the stated (SW-846) test method. The number of samples for each analysis shall be determined post award by a contracted organization sampling analysis plan determined by EPA standards.

a. Toxicity characteristic leaching procedure (TCLP) (Metals):

Test Method 1311.

b. Volatile Organic Compound (VOCs): Test Method 8260.

d. Semi-Volatile Organic Compound (SVOCs): Test Method

8270.

e. PCBs: Test Method 8082.

6.6.9.5.6 PCB Bulk Product Waste (PCB1)

PCB bulk product waste is defined in 40 CFR Part 761.3.

Examples of PCB bulk product waste may include certain types of cable insulation, thermal insulation, floor tiles, rubber parts, items coated with PCB-containing paint, and PCB-containing paint chips.

Only radioactive waste with PCB contamination levels greater than or equal to 50 ppm or greater than or equal to 10 ug/100cm2 (for loose surface PCB contamination) are acceptable for storage to NNSY as PCB/radioactive waste.

6.7 Radiological Reporting Requirements:

6.7.1 The Contractor shall provide radiological survey results in a format acceptable per reference 4.3. (CDRL A004).

6.7.2 Asbestos waste and any asbestos containing daughter waste products originating from asbestos waste generated shall be tracked until the waste is turned over to

NNSY.

6.7.3 The Contractor shall provide a copy of all associated certified TWDs, Work Permits, and other work documents upon completion of all work as Objective Quality Evidence (OQE) to the COR as stated in Reference 4.18. (SI 009-09).

6.8 Packaging of Materials by the Contractor:

6.8.1 Material must be properly packaged, blocked and braced per Local, State, Federal and Department of Transportation regulations.

6.9 Radiological Release Requirements:

6.9.1 In addition to the requirements of Federal, State, Local regulatory authorities, and those specific requirements stipulated in applicable licenses, permits, and authorizations, the below stated radiological requirements apply, as indicated.

6.9.1.1 The following radiation measuring methods shall be used to determine the various radiation and/or contamination levels. All release levels and limits are per reference 4.3.

6.9.1.1.1 Gamma Scintillation surveys shall be performed with

IM253 or equivalent. This is a single point survey within one-half inch of the surface.

6.9.1.1.2 Frisk surveys shall be performed with a DT-304/PDR equipped ratemeter or instrument of equal sensitivity, with the probe held within one-half inch of the surface being scanned.

6.9.1.1.3 Solid Samples will be analyzed by isotopic analysis using a shielded well and a High Purity Germanium (HPGe) semiconductor detector for quantitative analysis. The peaks are identified by software and compared against a standard library to determine which radionuclides are present.

6.9.1.2 The Contractor shall provide copies of radiological surveys to the COR and/or NNPP site, as requested. (CDRL A004).

6.10 Radiological Work Requirements:

6.10.1 The Fab Shop will not receive an Article 520 release per reference 4.3.

6.10.2 Attachment 1 Tasking: lists specific tasks that shall be considered when executing the contract.

6.10.3 Exhaust ventilation ducting upstream of HEPA filters will not be released and will be removed and disposed of as radioactive waste.

6.10.4 Spaces may contain signs that were covered over with tape. These signs along with any other signage shall be removed and disposed of appropriately. Signs are not to be released to the public.

6.10.5 The contractor shall remove all non-asbestos/asbestos insulation on piping in radiological and support areas. Insulation may contain asbestos, sample and test as required for proper removal and disposal of insulation

6.11 Personnel Qualifications:

6.11.1 General:

6.11.1.1 All work under the terms of this contract will be performed in an efficient and workmanlike manner by personnel who are thoroughly familiar with the type of work being performed. The Contractor warrants that employees used on the work will, on average, be as efficient as the average employees performing similar duties in the Contractor’s own organization and will, in all cases, meet or exceed the minimum requirements set forth for the respective labor categories.

6.11.1.2 All proposed substitutes, no matter when they are proposed during the performance period, shall have qualifications that are equal to or higher than the qualifications of the person being replaced. If the Contracting Officer determines that suitable and timely replacement of personnel who have been reassigned, terminated, or have otherwise become unavailable to perform under this contract is not reasonably forthcoming or that the resultant reduction of productive effort would impair the successful completion of the contract, the contract may be terminated by the Contracting Officer for default.

Alternatively, at the Contracting Officer’s discretion, if the Contracting Officer finds the contractor to be at fault for the condition, they may equitably adjust, decrease, the contract price to compensate the Government for any delay, loss, or damage as a result of the contractor’s action.

6.11.2 Minimum Qualifications:

6.11.2.1 The contractor is required to provide key on-site personnel who meet at least the minimum levels of professional and technical experience outlined below. The specialized experience included, as a part of the required qualifications, shall meet the minimum qualifications for the respective labor category under which they are charged.

6.11.2.2 The Government reserves the right to request the qualifications or competence of any person performing under this contract and the burden of proof to sustain that person is qualified as prescribed herein shall be upon the Contractor.

6.11.2.3 The Contractor shall be responsible for employing trained management, technical, and other personnel to perform work as outlined. The Contractor must have the personnel, organization, and administrative control necessary to ensure that the services they perform meet all requirements specified in the task orders. T h e C o n t r a c t o r i s r e q u i r e d t o s u b m i t r e s u m e s o f p e r s o n n e l f o r r e v i e w .

Appropriate schooling is required to be adequately captured within the resume. The work history of each Contractor employee shall contain experiences directly related to the tasks and functions they are intended to perform prior to performing services under the contract. Further, these prior work experiences must be of sufficient variety and duration that the employee is able to effectively and efficiently perform the tasks and functions they will be assigned.

6.11.2.3.1 Training and qualification requirements apply to any subcontractors in the same manner with no exceptions.

6.11.3 Radiological Training and Licensing Requirements:

6.11.3.1 All contractors performing radiological work must be trained, familiarized, and/or certified per Article 106 of Reference 4.3.

Documentation is required for all trainings and certifications. NNSY provided training will be required post award. Certification may include written and/or practical examinations. (CDRL A005).

6.11.3.1.1 Minimum requirements for passing all examinations is per Article 106 of Reference 4.3. Personnel who do not achieve a minimum passing score of 60% will require retraining and reexamination. Personnel who fail multiple examinations and/or have a significant failure (i.e. <60%) will be required to be replaced unless a specific request is made for individuals and/or positions who are deemed difficult to replace. Requests will be approved by NNSY.

6.11.3.1.2 Before attending the shipyard provided training, contractor employees must have successfully completed Department of Energy (DOE) training as follows. Training must be documented and submitted to the COR and RADCON. All training must meet the requirements of 10 CFR 835. (CDRL A005).

6.11.3.1.3 Radiological Control Technicians (RCTs) and Supervisor

Radiological Control Technicians (SRCTs) will be trained per DOE Handbook 1122-2009.

6.11.3.1.4 All other workers shall be trained per DOE Handbook 1130-

2008.

6.11.3.2 Radiation Workers

6.11.3.2.1 Radiation workers who will be handling/packaging radioactive material will require additional training per Article 106.1.b of Reference 4.3. Training will include a one-man-day training course provided by the shipyard. Documentation is required for all trainings and certifications. NNSY provided training will be required post award.

6.11.3.2.2 Academic Requirements: All personnel in this group must be graduates of an accredited high school, trade school, industrial school, or accredited equivalent as a minimum.

6.11.3.2.3 Specialized Experience Requirements (in area of assigned cognizance): Minimum of one (1) year practical experience, at a professional level, in responsible duties. Additionally, a minimum of one (1) year radiological controls experience involving radiological decommissioning and waste generation.

6.11.3.3 Contamination Workers

6.11.3.3.1 Contamination workers will require training per Article 106.1.c of Reference 4.3. Additional training needed will be based on the specific skill-set to be utilized (i.e. catch, drape, etc.).

Training will include an up to three-man-day course provided by NNSY dependent upon the specific additional training needed. Documentation is required for all trainings and certifications. NNSY provided training will be required post award.

6.11.3.3.2 Academic Requirements: All personnel in this group must be school, or accredited equivalent as a minimum.

6.11.3.3.3 Specialized Experience Requirements (in area of assigned cognizance): Minimum of three (3) years practical experience, at a professional level, in responsible duties. Additionally, a minimum of two (2) years radiological controls experience involving radiological decommissioning and waste generation.

6.11.3.4 Radiological Control Technicians (RCTs)

6.11.3.4.1 RCTs will receive familiarization training…