N6247019R2004 Amendment 0007.pdf

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

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BASE OPERATIONS SUPPORT (BOS) SERVICES AT NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY NORTHWEST ANNEX (NWA) CHESAPEAKE, VIRGINIA

This amendment is issued propound various amendments to Sections C, G, J and L of this solicitation and to respond to requests for information (RFI).

PLEASE SEE BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE FOR FURTHER DETAIL.

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SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

SECTION SF 30 - BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

The following have been added by full text:

AMENDMENT 0007

The purpose of this amendment is to disseminate the below information:

1.) Section C – The following specifications within section C are revised:

Specification 1503030 Integrated Solid Waste Management (Spec Item 3.2) Specification 1503040 Other (Swimming Pools) (Spec Item 3.1.1) Specification 1503050 Grounds Maintenance (Spec Item 3.4) Specification 1503060 Pavement Clearance (Spec Item 3.2.1.1) Specification 1604000 Wastewater (Spec Items 2.2.1, 3.1.2, and 3.5.1)

2.) Section G – Section G.1 was amended to reflect a change in contracting officer personnel.

3.) Section J – The below list of attachments have been added to the solicitation or otherwise revised.

J-2 (Amendment 0007) Corporate Experience Data Sheet J-0200000-18 ELINs (Amendment 0007) J-1502000 (Amendment 0007) Facility Investment J-1503060-04 (Amendment 0007) Pavement Clearance Map J-1604000 (Amendment 0007) Wastewater

4.) Section J – This amendment is issued to answer several contractor-provided requests for information (RFI).

Please note that RFI numbering will not appear in a strictly sequential manner but that every RFI has a unique identifying number.

5.) Section L – Clause 52.233-2 was amended to reflect a change in contracting officer personnel.

NOTE: Revisions are provided by the use of red font; deletions are indicated by the use of red strikethrough font.

SECTION C - DESCRIPTIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS

The following have been modified:

1503030

1503030 – Integrated Solid Waste Management

Table of Contents

Spec Item Title

1 General Information

1.1 Concept of Operations

2 Management and Administration

2.1 Definitions and Acronyms

2.2 Personnel

2.2.1 Certification, Training, and Licensing

2.3 Special Requirements

2.3.1 Recyclable Accounting

2.3.2 Weight Tickets (Non-Recyclable)

2.3.3 Permits and Licenses

2.4 References and Technical Documents

3 Recurring Work

3.1 Solid Waste Collection

3.1.1 Non-Residential

3.1.1.1 General Waste

3.1.1.2 Recyclable Waste

3.1.1.3 Grease Waste

3.1.1.4 Bulky Waste

3.2 Solid Waste Disposal

3.2.1 Non-Recyclable

3.2.2 Recyclable

3.3 Vehicles and Equipment

3.4 Solid Waste Containers

3.4.1 Refuse

3.4.2 Recyclables

3.4.3 Grease

4 Non-Recurring Work

1503030 - Integrated Solid Waste Management Spec Item

Title Description

1 General Information The Contractor shall provide all labor, management, supervision, tools, material, and equipment required to perform refuse collection and disposal at Naval Support Activity, Northwest Annex, Chesapeake, VA 23322.

1.1 Concept of Operations The intent of 1503030 Integrated Solid Waste Management is to specify the requirements related to the collection and disposal of solid waste, recyclable materials and grease

Item

Title Description

2 Management and Administration

2.1 Definitions and

Acronyms

Definitions and Acronyms are listed in J-1503030-01.

Item

Title Description

2.2 Personnel The Contractor shall provide personnel with the qualifications, technical knowledge, experience and skills required for efficient operations within the Integrated Solid Waste Management function.

2.2.1 Certification, Training, and Licensing

Vehicle operators shall be licensed in the Commonwealth of Virginia or the State of North Carolina for the equipment they are operating.

2.3 Special Requirements

2.3.1 Recyclable Accounting The Contractor shall submit receipts denoting the date, type and quantity of material recycled. The Contractor shall submit receipts of revenue generated by sale of recyclable materials. The Contractor shall submit Defense Reutilization Management Office (DRMO) receipts. Submit all Revenue Receipts per Section F with the Contractor’s monthly invoice.

2.3.2 Weight Tickets (Non-

Recyclable)

Individual weight tickets denoting the date, type of truck or container, and tonnage disposed shall be submitted per Section F with the Contractor's monthly invoice. The Contractor shall also provide the total tabulated tonnage disposed during the month.

2.3.3 Permits and Licenses The Contractor shall submit copies of disposal permits or other written documentation of approval and suitability of landfill or other final disposal methods per Section F.

2.4 References and

Technical Documents

References and Technical Documents are listed in J-1503030-02.

Item

Title Performance Objective

Related Information Performance Standard

3 Recurring Work

The Contractor shall provide refuse collection, disposal and recycling services to ensure refuse and recyclables are properly collected and disposed.

Common Output Level Standards (COLS) are defined by Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) for Navy Shore Commands. Services for Integrated Solid Waste Management are specified for the Base Measures of COL3 as shown in J-1503050-03.

All collections shall be accomplished between the hours of 0900-1400 on scheduled collection day

Refuse and recyclables are properly collected and disposed consistent with the COLs provided in J-1503030-03.

Pickups are scheduled at the minimum number that will prevent waste container overflow.

Recycling is performed to reduce solid waste volume.

3.1 Solid Waste

Collection

The Contractor shall provide collection of, The Contractor shall develop and submit a schedule that has

Commercial, and industrial solid

Item

Title Performance Objective

Related Information Performance Standard commercial, and industrial solid wastes to ensure refuse and recyclables are properly collected.

been optimized for solid waste collection per Section F.

The Contractor shall submit changes to the solid waste collection schedule in writing to the KO for approval.

If the scheduled collection day falls on an observed holiday, pickup shall be on the following work day.

The Contractor shall collect and dispose of any spillage.

Descriptions and locations of waste containers are shown in Maps and Locations as provided in J-1503030-04.

All collections shall be accomplished between the hours of 0900-1400 on scheduled collection day.

Informational Note: The Government has found on previous contracts that solid waste collection at the frequencies listed in the Location and Frequency Historical Data as provided in J-1503030-05 has maintained services at an acceptable level.

wastes are collected per the Contractor’s schedule.

Waste collection areas are free of waste following collection operations.

3.1.1 Non-

Residential

The Contractor shall remove non-residential waste from containers to ensure refuse and recyclables are properly collected.

The Contractor shall return each waste container to its original location.

Non-residential waste is removed from waste collection areas per the Contractor’s schedule.

3.1.1.1 General

Waste

The Contractor shall remove general waste from containers to ensure refuse is properly collected.

General waste is removed from waste collection areas per the Contractor’s schedule.

Containers are

Item

Title Performance Objective

Related Information Performance Standard returned to an upright position and lids are secured where applicable. Waste deposit areas are free of spilled waste.

3.1.1.2 Recyclable

Waste

The Contractor shall remove recyclable waste from containers to ensure it is properly collected.

All recyclable waste will be placed in designated containers that are segregated by the type of recyclable waste, including paper, plastics, glass, metals, and cardboard.

Recyclable Waste shall be collected as per Common Output Level Standards specified in J-1503030-03.

Collection of recyclable materials is limited to cardboard and commingled materials.

Recyclable Waste Collection Points are designated in J- 1503030-06.

Recyclable waste is removed from waste collection areas per the Contractor’s schedule.

Containers are returned to an upright position and lids are secured.

Recyclable waste areas are free of spilled waste.

3.1.1.3 Grease Waste The Contractor shall

remove waste from kitchen grease containers to ensure that waste is properly collected.

The Contractor shall collect waste from kitchen grease containers.

The Contractor shall remove containers when they reach 75 percent capacity and replace with a clean container of equal size and capacity and free of odors.

Grease Waste Collection Points are designated in J- 1503030-07.

Containers provide a neat appearance and are free of odor.

Grease containers do not exceed 75 percent capacity.

3.1.1.4 Bulky Waste The Contractor shall

remove bulky waste to ensure it is properly collected.

The Contractor shall provide on-call bulky waste collections within 24 hours of notification.

Bulky waste includes all refuse too large or heavy to be placed in designated containers but is within a

Waste deposit areas are free of spilled waste.

Waste is collected within 24 hours of notification.

Item

Title Performance Objective

Related Information Performance Standard waste deposit area.

Bulky waste collections shall be made at the 30 CY dumpster located at Building 31.

Informational Note:

Historically 20 on-call instances of bulky waste collections have provided adequate service levels.

3.2 Solid Waste

Disposal

The Contractor shall dispose of, commercial, and industrial solid waste to ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

All fees associated with disposal shall be paid by the Contractor.

Open burning is prohibited and is not an authorized means of solid waste disposal.

The Contractor shall provide monthly reports for solid waste and grease disposal per Section F.

A sample of the Solid Waste Disposal Report is provided in J-1503030-08 and Grease Disposal Report is provided in J-1503030-09. The Solid Waste Disposal and Grease Disposal Reports shall be submitted via email to the following email address:

IntegratedSolidWasteManage ment@navy.mil

Historical Data for Disposal is as Follows:

2017 - 1213.04 Tons 2018 - 1233.86 Tons 2019 - 1024.66 Tons

The Contractor shall maintain reports on site for a period of two years.

Informational Note:

Historically the solid waste from NSA Northwest Annex

Solid waste disposal complies with all applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

Item

Title Performance Objective

Related Information Performance Standard has been disposed of at Southeastern Public Service Authority (SPSA) Refuse Derived Fuel (RDF) Plant in Portsmouth, VA. The Government has negotiated disposal rates, the rates are provided in J-1503030-10.

The Government’s negotiated disposal rate will apply only to waste generated from NSA Northwest.

3.2.1 Non-

Recyclable

The Contractor shall dispose of non-recyclable solid waste to ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

Prior to disposal, all solid wastes shall be sorted to remove recyclable materials.

Solid waste disposal complies with all applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

3.2.2 Recyclable The Contractor shall

recycle solid waste to ensure compliance with the installation’s waste reduction policy.

The Contractor shall process listed recyclables as per Common Output Level Standards specified in J- 1503030-03.

Solid waste is recycled in accordance with installation policy.

3.3 Vehicles and

Equipment

The Contractor shall maintain vehicles and equipment in a manner to ensure a clean appearance, minimal foul odors, and normal working condition.

The Contractor shall not clean vehicles and equipment on Government property.

Vehicles and equipment are clean, have minimal foul odors, and are maintained in normal working condition.

3.4 Solid Waste

Containers

The Contractor shall provide containers suitable for the collection and disposal of solid waste.

The Contractor shall submit recommended changes to the size and location of solid waste containers in writing to the KO for approval per Section F.

The Contractor's name and phone number shall be prominently displayed on each container.

All doors, lids, hinges, rollers, breaking devices, and other moving parts shall be maintained to keep containers in normal working condition.

All containers are of standard commercial-industrial grade and are clean, have minimal foul odors, and maintained in normal working condition.

Item

Title Performance Objective

Related Information Performance Standard

Bent, damaged, leaking, rusting, and unsightly containers shall be repaired or replaced in a timely manner.

The Contractor shall not clean containers on Government property.

Containers shall be placed in waste collection areas as shown on the Maps and Locations provided in J- 1503030-04.

3.4.1 Refuse The Contractor shall

provide containers suitable for the collection and disposal of refuse.

Containers shall be specifically designed for food waste and shall be leak-proof and rust-proof.

All containers are suitable for the collection and disposal of refuse.

Containers do not leak.

3.4.2 Recyclables The Contractor shall

provide containers suitable for the collection and recycling of materials.

The Contractor shall provide containers for the listed recyclables as per Common Output Level Standards specified in J-1503030-03.

Containers shall be labeled with the type of recyclable material to be collected.

All containers are suitable for the collection and recycling of materials and correctly labeled.

3.4.3 Grease The Contractor shall

provide containers suitable for the collection and disposal of kitchen grease.

Containers shall be specifically designed for grease and shall be leak-proof and rust-proof.

For containers 55 gallons and above the Contractor shall inspect all grease containers and complete the Oil Storage Tank Inspection Form provided in J-1503030-11, Checklist for Portable Containers and Checklist for AST. The inspection form and checklists shall be submitted per Section F. The Oil Storage Tank Inspection Form shall be submitted via email to the following email address:

IntegratedSolidWasteManage ment@navy.mil

All containers are suitable for the collection and disposal of grease.

Containers do not leak.

Reports submitted as required

Checklist for AST.

Item

Title Performance Objective

Related Information Performance Standard

Item

Title Performance Objective Related Information Performance Standard

4 Non- Recurring Work

Non-Recurring work may be ordered utilizing DoD FEDMALL in accordance with Section H or on a task order in accordance with the

PROCEDURES FOR

ISSUING ORDERS clause in Section G. The order will specify the exact locations and types of work to be accomplished. The period of performance will be specified in each order.

Refer to Non-Recurring ELINs for task listings, descriptions, and related requirements. All periods of performance are measured from issue date of order to acceptance of the work.

Performance standards for Non-Recurring work will be the same as those in Spec Item 3 where applicable.

1503040 1503040 – Other (Swimming Pools)

1.1 Concept of Operations

2 Management and Administration

2.1 Definitions and Acronyms

2.2 Personnel

2.2.1 Certifications and Training

2.3 Special Requirements

2.3.1 PPE

2.4 References and Technical Documents

3 Recurring Work

3.1 Pool Maintenance

3.1.1 Water Treatment

3.1.2 Seasonal Start-up

3.1.3 Seasonal Shutdown

3.1.4 Off-Season Maintenance

Spec Item

Title Description

1 General Information

The Contractor shall manage, operate, and maintain swimming located at Naval Support Activity Northwest Annex (NSA NW), Chesapeake, Virginia.

1.1 Concept of

Operations

The “Other” sub-function consists of activities that provide other Facility Support-related services not otherwise defined under the Facility Services function. This sub-annex includes the requirements for pool maintenance not performed by MWR pool operators.

Item Title Description

Definitions and Acronyms are listed in J-1503040-01.

2.2 Personnel The Contractor shall provide personnel with the qualifications, technical knowledge, experience and skills required to efficiently provide swimming pool maintenance.

2.2.1 Certifications

and Training

The Contractor’s pool maintenance shall be trained per NAVMED P-5010-4.

(a) Personnel shall receive bloodborne pathogen training and be enrolled in the local bloodborne pathogen program as appropriate.

(b) Hazard communication training and appropriate storage practices for pool chemical shall be provided in accordance with 29 CFR part 1910.1200 and OPNAVINST 5100.23, Navy Occupational Safety and Health Manual.

The Contractor shall submit proof of all certification and training requirements per Section F.

2.3 Special

Requirements

2.3.1 PPE Contractor personnel shall wear the appropriate PPE in the performance of pool maintenance work and water quality sampling and analysis.

2.4 References and

Technical Documents

References and Technical Documents are listed in J-1503040-02.

Item Title

Performance Objective Related Information

Performance Standard

3 Recurring Work

The Contractor shall perform other services pool maintenance to ensure proper maintenance and operation during the year.

Applicable regulations include NAVMED P-5010-4, Manual of Naval Preventive Medicine Swimming Pools and Bathing Places; local and state environmental requirements;

Navy safety requirements; and UFC 3-230-02, Operation and Maintenance: Water Supply Systems.

Inventory of pools to be maintained is provided in J- 1503040-03.

Condition of pools meet requirements for both operational and non-operational periods.

3.1 Pool

Maintenance

The Contractor shall maintain and operate assigned facilities and equipment to ensure proper condition and operation.

The Contractor shall perform pool maintenance services so as not to interfere with scheduled use of the facilities.

Pool operating days and hours are identified in J-1503040-04.

Pool facilities and equipment are in proper condition and operation.

All repair work is accurately identified and reported for timely accomplishment.

3.1.1 Water

Treatment

The Contractor shall maintain and treat pool water and accomplish bacteriological and chemical analyses to ensure water quality is at an acceptable level.

The Contractor shall maintain swimming pool water quality per standards specified in Chapter 4, Section II of

NAVMED P-5010-4,

Swimming Pools and Bathing Places. The Contractor shall conduct and document water quality tests and submit water analysis reports per Section F.

Historical Chemical usage is as follows:

CO2 – 1,200 pounds

Hypochlorite Solution, 8, III (contains SOD HYPO) – 1,450 Gallons

Granular Chlorine 50 LB PL - 100 pounds

Calcium hypochlorite, 5,1, III 50lb PL – 200 pounds

Water quality is continuously maintained during periods of pool operation.

3.1.2 Seasonal The Contractor shall Minimum start-up requirements Pool and facilities

Item Title

Performance Objective Related Information

Performance Standard

Start-up prepare pool and facilities for operation at the start of the pool season to ensure systems are prepared at the start of each season.

are identified in J-1503040-05.

The KO will provide the scheduled opening date.

are properly prepared and pools opened on schedule.

3.1.3 Seasonal

Shutdown

The Contractor shall prepare pool and facilities for closure at the end of the season to ensure systems are deactivated and preserved at the end of each season.

Minimum shutdown requirements are identified in J- 1503040-05.

The KO will provide the scheduled closing date.

Pool and facilities are properly prepared and pools closed on schedule.

3.1.4 Off-Season

Maintenance

The Contractor shall maintain pool and facilities during off-season to ensure the preservation of the pool and facilities.

Minimum off-season maintenance requirements are identified in J-1503040-05.

The KO will provide the scheduled off-season dates.

Pool and facilities are properly secured and maintained to withstand off-season weather conditions without deterioration.

Item Title Performance Objective Related Information

Performance Standard

4 Non- Recurring Work

Non-Recurring work may be ordered utilizing DoD FedMALL in accordance with Section H or on a task order in accordance with the

PROCEDURES FOR ISSUING

ORDERS clause in Section G. The order will specify the exact locations and types of work to be accomplished.

The period of performance will be specified in each order.

Refer to non-recurring ELINs for task listings, descriptions, and related requirements. All periods of performance are measured from issue date of order to acceptance of the work.

Performance standards for non-recurring work will be the same as those in Spec Item 3 where

1503050

1503050 – Grounds Maintenance and Landscaping Spec Item Title 1 General Information

1.1 Concept of Operations

2 Management and Administration

2.1 Definitions and Acronyms

2.2 Personnel

2.2.1 Certification, Training, and Licensing

2.3 Special Requirements

2.3.1 Application of Herbicide

2.3.1.1 Business Licensing

2.3.1.2 Vehicles

2.3.1.3 Equipment

2.3.1.4 Herbicides

2.3.1.5 Pest Management Operations Reporting

2.3.1.6 Disposal

2.3.1.7 Spills

2.3.1.8 On-Site Mixing

2.3.1.9 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

2.3.2 Permits

2.3.3 Vehicles on Sidewalks or Lawns

2.3.4 Equipment

2.3.5 Safety

2.3.6 Work Identification

2.3.7 Working Adjacent to Parking Areas

2.3.8 Access Coordination

2.3.9 Water Management

2.3.9.1 Water Conservation Plan

2.3.10 Cemeteries

2.4 References and Technical Documents

3 Recurring Work

3.1 Improved Grounds

3.1.1 Lawn and Field Maintenance

3.1.1.1 Mowing and Trimming

3.1.1.2 Edging

3.1.1.3 Lawn Services

3.1.1.4 Irrigation

3.1.1.5 Weed Control

3.1.2 Plant and Plant Bed Maintenance

3.1.3 Shrub and Hedge Maintenance

3.1.4 Ornamental Tree Maintenance

3.1.5 Vegetation Control

3.2 Operational Areas

3.2.1 Ammunition Storage Areas

3.2.2 Anti-Terrorism Force Protection (ATFP)

3.2.3 Fire Lanes and Breaks

3.2.4 Road and Right of Ways

3.3 Storm Drainage Systems

3.4 Road Maintenance

3.5 Grounds Maintenance Service Orders

1503050 - Grounds Maintenance and Landscaping Spec Item Title Description 1 General

Information The Contractor shall provide all labor, management, supervision, tools, materials, and equipment necessary to provide grounds maintenance and landscaping services located at Naval Support Activity Northwest Annex (NSA NW), Chesapeake, Virginia.

1.1 Concept of

Operations

The intent of 1503050 Grounds Maintenance and Landscaping is to specify the requirements related to improved areas, lawns, fields, operational areas, and storm water system operation and maintenance, such as: mowing, trimming, edging, trash and debris removal, aeration, de-thatching, fertilization, tree maintenance, tree control, vegetation and weed control within the installation.

Definitions and Acronyms are listed in J-1503050-01.

2.2 Personnel The Contractor shall provide personnel with the qualifications, technical knowledge, experience and skills required to efficiently provide grounds maintenance and landscaping services.

2.2.1 Certification, Training, and Licensing

Certified arborist shall be used for all tree pruning.

All Contractor personnel who apply pesticides/herbicides shall be certified by the Commonwealth of Virginia, or the state of North Carolina as applicable in the categories required to perform the work specified in this contract. No uncertified personnel may work under the supervision of a certified person even where this is permitted practice in those States in which the DoD property is located. In accordance with DoDI 4150.07 Volume 2, DoD Pest Management Training and Certification Program, Contractors applying pesticides/herbicides are required to have completed an EPA-approved training program that includes written examinations in core and specific application categories. All work performed shall be in accordance with Federal, DoD, state, and local laws, and installation policies and regulations.

Proof of certification shall be submitted per Section F.

2.3.1 Application of

Herbicides

The Contractor shall comply with the requirements specified below for any work that involves the handling or application of herbicides.

2.3.1.1 Business Licensing The Contractor shall possess a business license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia or the state of North Carolina as applicable to provide pest/vegetation control services.

Proof of local/state licensing shall be submitted per Section F.

2.3.1.2 Vehicles Vehicles used to transport pesticides/herbicides shall be equipped with a fire extinguisher, a spill containment kit capable of containing any potential pesticide/herbicide spill, an emergency eyewash station, at least two gallons of emergency wash water for personal decontamination, and a first aid kit. All pesticides/herbicides carried on vehicles shall be stored in a locked compartment separate from the cab of the vehicle. Vehicles shall not be left unattended at any time unless properly locked and secured. Pest/vegetation control vehicles shall be marked with the owner's or Contractor's name clearly identified as a pest control vehicle per state regulations. Each vehicle shall display applicable state or federal department of transportation or agency placard and other identification markings as required by Federal, state, or local regulations. All vehicles shall be maintained with a clean and orderly appearance, free from pesticide/herbicide residues or grime buildup. Vehicles shall not be cleaned, washed, or rinsed on Government property.

2.3.1.3 Equipment The Contractor shall provide repair and maintenance, as necessary, to keep all equipment in good operating condition, and take appropriate action regarding the following:

• All tanks, hoses, pumps, control valves, and gauges shall be free of visible deterioration, shall not leak, and shall operate at the manufacturer's recommended rates and pressures.

Equipment that has failed shall be replaced or repaired by the Contractor prior to resuming operations.

• Screens, strainers, and filters shall be used and maintained per the pump, sprayer, and nozzle manufacturer's instructions.

• Spray nozzles shall deliver spray patterns as specified by the nozzle manufacturer. Nozzles that become clogged or eroded shall be repaired or replaced by the Contractor prior to resuming operations.

• All pesticide/herbicide dispersal equipment, shall be clearly and plainly marked with "DANGER"..."PESTICIDES", or as required by applicable regulations.

Specific equipment requirements relevant to individual requirements are further delineated in the Pest Group Sheets in J-1503050-02.

2.3.1.4 Herbicides All pesticides/herbicides, must be used in accordance with Federal, DoD, (Insert state name(s)), local, and installation policies and regulations, and any requirements identified in Section J attachments.

All pesticides/herbicides shall be procured, processed, handled, and applied in strict accordance with the manufacturer's label. All pesticides/herbicides shall be registered with the EPA and the pesticide regulatory agency.

The Contractor shall maintain a book of labels and Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) for pesticides and herbicides they use or intend to use, and have it readily available for the COR’s inspection at all times.

All pesticides/herbicide used by the Contractor in the United States of America shall be registered with the EPA and applicable state lead agency for the use intended. Planned Pesticide Use Sheets, provided in J-1503050-03, including labels and SDS for each pesticide/herbicide intended for use, shall be submitted per Section F with the Contractor’s Work Plan. Approvals may be made for and limited to specific pests and sites. Any proposed changes in pesticide/herbicide usage shall be submitted per Section F for approval prior to use.

2.3.1.5 Pest Management

Operations Reporting

The Contractor shall create and submit a completed electronic Pest Management Record for each pest management/vegetation control operation, both chemical and non-chemical, pesticide/herbicide application, pest/vegetation control service order, per Section F.

Refer to the Pest Management Operations Report provided in J- 1503050-04 for a sample of an online Pest Management Record.

The Contractor shall submit the Pest Management Operations Report per Section F using the NAVFAC PMC approved online pest management reporting system. Contact the regional NAVFAC PMC to obtain an account and instructions on how to use the system.

2.3.1.6 Disposal All pesticides/herbicide, rinse water, and containers shall be disposed of per pesticide/herbicide label directions. The Contractor shall dispose of any pesticides/herbicides, pesticide/herbicide containers, pesticide/herbicide residue, pesticide/herbicide rinse water, or any pesticide/herbicide contaminated articles at an authorized disposal area off-site from the installation.

2.3.1.7 Spills The Contractor shall comply with Hampton Roads Standard Operating Procedure for Shop Fabricated Aboveground Storage Tanks and Containers of Petroleum, Oil, or Lubricants with Capacity Greater Than or Equal to 55 Gallons (HR-SOP-POL-01) provided in J-1502000-21.

2.3.1.8 On-Site Mixing The Contractor shall not mix pesticides/herbicides on Government property unless specifically authorized by the COR. If mixing is authorized, it shall be done at an approved Government furnished facility or over an approved containment device. All water sources shall be equipped with proper back-flow prevention devices. An air gap shall be maintained between the water source and the pesticide/herbicide tank.

2.3.1.9 Personal Protective

Equipment (PPE)

The Contractor shall provide PPE to each of their pest/vegetation control applicators. This equipment shall include, at a minimum, the PPE required by the pesticide label and SDS.

2.3.2 Permits The Contractor shall obtain all necessary permits required to perform the work in this contract. A copy of any applicable permit shall be submitted per Section F.

2.3.3 Vehicles on

Sidewalks or Lawns

Vehicles shall not be permitted on sidewalks or lawns without prior approval from the KO. The Contractor's request shall include the methods on how he intends to protect the lawns and sidewalks from damage. Replace or restore all lawns, plants, and property damaged by the Contractor to their original condition or better at no additional cost to the Government.

2.3.4 Equipment Use of powered equipment is prohibited in environmentally sensitive areas identified on the Parcel Maps provided in J-1503050-05.

Use of grazing animals is subject to prior Government approval.

2.3.5 Safety Grounds maintenance and landscaping equipment shall be approved for use around ammunition bunkers.

2.3.6 Work Identification The Contractor shall identify and recommend non-recurring work as appropriate to the KO.

2.3.7 Working Adjacent

to Parking Areas

Work shall be performed with care on grounds adjacent to parking areas so as to prevent damage to parked vehicles.

2.3.8 Access

Coordination

The Contractor shall coordinate all access to performance areas such as airfields and firing ranges through the KO. If required, the

Contractor shall be in radio contact with the controlling authority during work performance.

2.3.9 Water Management The Contractor shall conform to waste and water management measures imposed on the Navy and the Navy-imposed water conservation requirements

2.3.9.1 Water

Conservation Plan

The Contractor shall develop and submit a Water Conservation Plan per Section F. The plan shall be in effect year round with emphasis on the rainy season (e.g., October through April) and other times of the year during heavy rain. The plan shall be signed and dated by the Contractor’s Project Manager and Quality Control Manager. At a minimum, the plan shall include the following:

1. Identification of areas that may require watering more than three times per week, exceeding Board of Water Supply guidance, in order to maintain the health/appearance of the grounds.

2. Identification of lawn areas that may need dethatching/aeration to improve the health of the lawn and reduce future watering requirements.

3. Identification of areas currently requiring manual watered (no irrigation system is present.

4. Description of how all contract performance standards will be met while complying with the Water Conservation Plan.

The Contractor may request changes by subsequent written addendum to the plan, which shall require the KO's approval.

2.3.10 Cemeteries The Contractor shall avoid damaging graves or markers at small family cemeteries located north of Red Range and within the southwest quadrant of the Circularly Disposed Antenna Array (CDAA) during performance of grounds maintenance services.

2.4 References and

Technical

References and Technical Documents are listed in J-1503050-06.

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3 Recurring Work

The Contractor shall perform grounds maintenance service orders and maintain improved grounds, operational areas, and storm water drainage systems, to ensure a sightly appearance in accordance with specified standards.

Improved grounds, operational areas, and storm water drainage systems to be maintained are provided in J- 1503050-05 Parcel Maps.

The Contractor shall recycle all organic debris including vegetation clippings, brush, tree limbs, hedge clippings, etc. Organic debris shall be delivered to an approved recycling facility. All weight tickets for recycled debris shall be submitted with the Contractor’s invoice per Section F. Refer to the Recycling Reporting Form provided in J-1503050-07.

The Contractor shall submit SDS sheets and catalog cut sheets or samples of all proposed fertilizers and mulch for approval prior to bringing them on-board the installation and prior to use per Section F.

The Contractor shall develop and submit work schedules that details the date that each of the work requirements will be performed per Section F.

Grounds areas to be maintained are identified in the Parcels Description and Parcel Maps provided in J- 1503050-05

Improved grounds are maintained per the specified Common Output Level Standards provided in J-1503050- 08.

Operational areas present a sightly appearance and do not interfere with operational requirements.

3.1 Improved

Grounds

The Contractor shall maintain Improved Grounds to ensure a neat, sightly, and healthy appearance.

Common Output Level Standards (COLS) for improved grounds maintenance and landscaping are specified for COL 3 in J- 1503050-08.

The Contractor shall maintain areas designated as lawns and fields at the associated standards shown for COL 3.

The following locations are

Services are performed as specified by and consistent with COLS listed in J-1503050-08

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Grounds within and around fenced areas of buildings 339, 240, 367, 339 Water Treatment Plant (WTP) fenced complex, 240 Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) fence complex and associated Sewage Lift Stations, areas surrounding 367 WTP and associated Well Pump Houses.

3.1.1 Lawn and

Field Maintenance

The Contractor shall maintain improved grounds to ensure a neat, sightly, and healthy appearance.

Improved grounds as shown in J-1503050-05 Parcel Maps are designated as Lawns, or Fields.

Lawns Areas are designed to be maintained for appearance and lawn health in accordance with the specified COLS.

Fields receive mowing and trimming but no other lawn care services.

Services are performed as specified by and consistent with COLS listed in J-1503050-08.

3.1.1.1 Mowing and

Trimming

The Contractor shall maintain vegetation to ensure a uniform height.

The minimum and maximum acceptable vegetation heights for lawns, and fields are identified within the Common Output Level Standards in J- 1503050-08.

The Contractor shall trim vegetation within and adjacent to objects located within the lawn or field area including, but not limited to fence lines, fence fabric, brick walls, signs, street lights, power poles, guy wires, etc.

The Contractor shall remove and dispose of all clippings and trimmings, excluding grass clippings, in a timely manner to promote a neat and healthy appearance. Grass clippings not removed within areas identified as lawns and prestige areas shall be evenly distributed and promote a neat and healthy appearance.

Vegetation is uniform in appearance.

Vegetation is not less than the minimum and at or below the maximum acceptable height specified.

Trash and debris is removed and disposed of prior to mowing and trimming and presents an overall neat appearance.

Vegetation within and adjacent to objects is trimmed to match the height and appearance of surrounding vegetation.

3.1.1.2 Edging The Contractor shall Edging shall be performed Edging is uniform in

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where vegetation meets any concrete, asphalt, or aggregate surface, where vegetation abuts planter beds, or wherever needed to maintain vegetation delineation.

appearance and vegetation does not encroach on concrete or asphalt surfaces, plant beds, or other structures.

3.1.1.3 Lawn

Services

The Contactor shall perform lawn services to ensure proper vegetation health and promote growth.

Lawn services include aeration, de-thatching, fertilization, and top dressing/overseeding. These services shall be performed at the frequency specified by COLS listed in J-1503050-08.

The Contractor shall remove and dispose of all aeration cores and all de-thatching debris, in a timely manner to promote a neat appearance.

Fertilizer type and application shall be determined by the soil analysis tests performed by the Contractor.

The Contractor shall submit a copy of the soil analysis test results and the proposed type of fertilizer to be used for acceptance prior to applying fertilizer per Section F.

The Contractor shall submit a copy of the proposed type of seed to be used for acceptance prior to over seeding per Section F.

Lawn services improve vegetation health and vegetation present a healthy appearance.

Fertilizer type and application performed as indicated by the soil analysis.

Lawns are free of bare spots ruts, holes, or dead vegetation.

3.1.1.4 Irrigation The Contractor shall

irrigate to provide the appropriate amount of water to vegetation.

Irrigation shall be performed in a manner that promotes the health and growth of all vegetation and minimizes water consumption.

The Contractor shall be responsible for the proper application of water to performance areas.

Temporarily installed and portable irrigation systems shall be removed immediately following each use.

Irrigation provided as necessary to maintain health and appearance of vegetation.

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3.1.1.5 Weed Control The Contractor shall

perform pre and post emergent weed control (herbicide) to ensure Improved Grounds are free of undesired vegetation.

Pre-emergent vegetation control (herbicide) shall be accomplished at the beginning of growing season.

Post-emergent vegetation control (herbicide) shall be accomplished in the middle of the growing season.

Weed growth is inhibited to improve vegetation health and vegetation present a healthy appearance.

Weed growth is controlled to levels and within times specified in the Pest Group Requirements in Section J.

3.1.2 Plant and

Plant Bed Maintenance

The Contractor shall maintain plants and plant beds to ensure a healthy appearance and to ensure there is no interference with pedestrians, vehicular traffic, and building encroachment.

The Contractor shall remove and properly dispose of dead, broken, damaged or diseased areas, and all other trimmings.

The Contractor shall fertilize, edge, weed, and mulch plant beds as appropriate.

The Contractor is responsible for plant replacement up to $50 per plant not to exceed 30 plants annually.

Plants and plant beds are healthy and present a neat appearance consistent with the specified COLS.

Plants do not encroach on structures, pedestrian traffic, or vehicular traffic.

3.1.3 Shrub and

Hedge Maintenance

The Contractor shall maintain shrubs and hedges to ensure a healthy, uniform, and neat appearance and to ensure there is no interference with pedestrians, vehicular traffic, and building encroachment.

The Contractor shall remove and properly dispose of dead, broken, damaged or diseased areas, and all other trimmings.

The Contractor is responsible for plant, shrub, and hedge replacement up to $50 per plant not to exceed 30 plants annually.

Shrubs and hedges are healthy and present a neat and uniform appearance consistent with the specified

COLS.

Shrubs and hedges do not encroach on structures, pedestrian traffic, or vehicular traffic.

3.1.4 Ornamental

Tree Maintenance

The Contractor shall provide ornamental tree maintenance to ensure tree health and to prevent interference with pedestrian and vehicular traffic, and structure encroachment.

Ornamental tree maintenance includes staking, adjustment of ties and supports, removal of stakes; maintaining watering berms for existing plantings;

fertilization; pruning for health and safety, vegetation clearance, seasonal cleanup;

removing dead, damaged or diseased wood, or structurally weak limbs and branches;

removing or pruning branches to clear roofs, adjacent structures, low hanging limbs and fronds which encroach

Ornamental trees are healthy consistent with the specified COLS.

Ornamental trees do not encroach on structures, pedestrian traffic, or vehicular traffic.

All debris is removed and disposed of properly and within the specified time.

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Pruning shall be accomplished by or under guidance of a certified arborist. Climbing devices that may cause damage to ornamental trees shall not be used.

The Contractor shall remove and properly dispose of dead, damaged or diseased limbs and branches, and all other cuttings within two working days following operations.

3.1.5 Vegetation

Control

The Contractor shall perform vegetation control to ensure areas are free of undesired vegetation.

The Contractor shall remove unwanted vegetation from fence lines, fence fabric, brick walls, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, aggregate areas, and paved surfaces including parking lots.

Objects such as: fence lines, fence fabric, brick, walls, curbs, gutters, aggregate areas, and paved surfaces including parking lots are free of all vegetation consistent with the specified

COLS.

Vegetation growth is controlled to levels and within times specified in the Pest Group Requirements in Section J.

3.2 Operational

Areas

The Contractor shall maintain operational areas to ensure grounds present a sightly appearance and do not interfere with operational requirements.

Prior to mowing or trimming, the Contractor shall remove and appropriately dispose of all debris that interferes with the mowing or trimming operation.

Operational areas are provided in J-1503050-05 Parcel Maps.

Operational areas present a sightly appearance and do not interfere with operational requirements.

Vegetation within and adjacent to objects such as: fence lines, fence fabric, and brick walls is trimmed to match the height and appearance of surrounding vegetation.

3.2.1 Ammunition

Storage Areas

The Contractor shall maintain ammunition storage areas to ensure no interference with

Vegetation height and trees in and around ammunition storage areas shall be maintained per NAVSEA OP-

Ammunition storage areas are maintained clear of all debris and trees.

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The Contractor shall maintain ammunition storage areas free of all debris, trees, and vegetation height shall not to exceed 18 inches in accordance with NAVSEA OP-5 requirements.

Due to weight restrictions or erosion prevention requirements on mounds and magazines these areas shall be cut with string trimmers or approved push type mowers.

Vegetation at or below specified height.

Trees do not encroach on, roads, buildings, ammunition storage areas, and structures.

3.2.2 Anti-

Terrorism Force Protection

(ATFP)

The Contractor shall maintain perimeter fence to ensure no interference with operational requirements.

Vegetation height and trees in and around ATFP areas shall be maintained per NTTP 3-

07.2.3 requirements.

The Contractor shall maintain a 30 feet clear zone on the inside of the fencing and a 20 feet clear zone on the outside of the fencing.

The Contractor shall maintain perimeter fence line free of all debris, trees, and vegetation height shall not to exceed eight inched in accordance with NTTP 3-07.23.

ATFP areas are maintained clear of all debris, trees, and vegetation is at or below the specified height.

Trees do not encroach on fence line and structures.

3.2.3 Fire Lanes

and Breaks

The Contractor shall maintain fire lanes and breaks to ensure no interference with operational requirements.

The Contractor shall maintain fire lanes and breaks to the dimensions defined in the Fire Protection Handbook.

The Contractor shall maintain fire lanes and breaks free of all debris, trees, and vegetation height shall not to exceed one foot.

Fire lanes and breaks are maintained clear of all debris and trees.

Vegetation at or below specified height.

Fire lanes and breaks are clear of obstructions that interfere with vehicular passage.

3.2.4 Road and

Right of Ways

The Contractor shall maintain road and right of ways to ensure no interference with operational requirements.

The Contractor shall maintain road and right of way clearances up to 30 feet of either side of the road and right of way and maintain road and right of ways free of all debris and trees, and vegetation.

Roadway clear of all debris, trees, and vegetation as specified.

Objects such as: curbs, gutters, aggregate areas, and paved surfaces including parking lots

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Roadways clear of obstructions that interfere with vehicular passage.

3.3 Storm

Drainage Systems

The Contractor shall remove obstructions and vegetation in storm drainage systems to ensure unrestricted flow of storm water runoff.

Drainage systems include curb gutters, curb inlets, and other devices used to direct the flow of runoff.

The Contractor shall clean and remove debris from drainage systems that would inhibit drainage.

Aboveground storm drainage systems shall be maintained clear of obstructions, debris, vegetation, and anything else which may restrict runoff flow.

Drain covers and grates of underground systems shall be maintained clear of obstructions, however, covers and grates shall not be removed for cleaning drainage systems. The KO shall be notified within 24 hours, in writing, of obstructions in subsurface drain lines beyond Contractor responsibility.

Missing or damaged drain covers and grates shall be reported immediately…