SOW - Cistern Cleaning 8.27.26 Revised.pdf

STATEMENT OF WORK

Table Mountain Cistern Cleaning Services

U.S. Department of Commerce

National Telecommunications and Information Administration Institute for Telecommunication Sciences

1. BACKGROUND

The Institute for Telecommunication Sciences (ITS) provides research and development support for the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) by performing basic research in radio science that provides the technical foundation for NTIA’s policy development and spectrum management activities, as well as solving telecommunications challenges for other Federal agencies, state and local Governments, private corporations and associations, and international organizations. Additionally, ITS addresses emerging telecommunications, information technology, and security challenges and contributes to the creation of telecommunications standards that support the full and fair competitiveness of the U.S. communications and information technology business sectors.

2. OBJECTIVE

ITS, as custodians of the Table Mountain Field Site and Radio Quiet Zone, Cistern Cleaning Service on Table Mountain as part of the regular Operations and Maintenance (O&M) activities.

The objective is to obtain comprehensive services for professional cleaning, sanitization, and condition assessment of five (5) potable water cisterns. The ultimate performance outcome is to have all five cisterns inspected and certified as clean, sanitary, and fit for storing potable water in accordance with all applicable industry and state standards.

This SOW also includes a provision for the replacement of any cistern deemed unserviceable, upon government authorization.

3. REQUIREMENTS

3.1. ITS requires cistern inspection and assessment at Table Mountain to be completed at the following buildings: I10C, A4, F2, F5, F6, T2, B9, T1, E12B.

3.1.1. The work shall be divided into the following tasks: The Contractor shall conduct a thorough inspection of each cistern listed above. The inspection shall:

• Assess the overall structural integrity of each cistern.

• Identify the presence of sediment, biofilm, debris, or other contaminants.

• Inspect all interior and exterior surfaces for cracks, leaks, corrosion, or other damage.

• Evaluate the condition of all associated components, including lids, seals, vents, and access points.

• Determine whether each cistern is a candidate for cleaning and sanitization or if it is damaged beyond repair and requires replacement.

3.2. ITS requires cistern cleaning and sanitation to handle potable water at Table Mountain to be completed at the following buildings: I10C, A4, F2, F5, F6, T2, B9, T1, E12B.

3.2.1. For all cisterns deemed suitable for continued use, the Contractor shall:

• Safely drain the cistern, managing the discharged water in an environmentally responsible manner.

• Remove all sediment, sludge, and debris from the interior of the cistern.

• Pressure wash or manually scrub all interior surfaces to remove scale, algae, and biofilm.

• Disinfect and sanitize the cistern in accordance with American Water Works Association

(AWWA) Standard C652 for the Disinfection of Water-Storage Facilities.

• Use only chemicals and compounds that are certified as meeting NSF/ANSI/CAN 60 standards for use in drinking water systems.

• Refill the cistern and conduct water quality testing to verify disinfection is complete and the water is safe for potable use, meeting the standards set by the Colorado Primary Drinking Water Regulations.

3.3. ITS requires cistern replacement at Table Mountain to be completed at the following buildings: I10C, A4, F2, F5, F6, T2, B9, T1, E12B.

3.3.1. For any cistern identified in Task 1 as damaged beyond repair and approved for replacement by the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR):

• The Contractor shall submit a detailed replacement proposal to the COR, including the cost of a new, appropriately sized cistern and all associated labor and materials.

• Upon approval from the COR, the Contractor shall safely disconnect and remove the old cistern from the site.

• Install a new cistern that meets or exceeds all current state and federal standards for potable water storage.

• Ensure all plumbing connections are secure, leak-free, and compliant with local codes.

• Perform initial disinfection and water quality testing on the new cistern as described in 3.2.

4. DELIVERABLES

The Contractor shall provide the following deliverables:

• Cistern Assessment Report (10 business days after inspection): A detailed report for each cistern, including photographic evidence, outlining its condition, findings from the inspection, and a recommendation to either clean or replace.

• Replacement Proposal (as needed): A formal proposal for any cistern recommended for replacement.

• Service Completion Report (within 5 business days of work completion): A comprehensive report for each serviced cistern detailing the work performed, dates of service, chemicals used (with Safety Data Sheets), and pre- and post-service photographs.

• Certificate of Sanitization: A certificate for each cleaned cistern, confirming that it has been sanitized in accordance with AWWA C652 standards.

• Water Quality Test Results: Certified laboratory results for water samples taken from each cleaned or newly installed cistern, demonstrating compliance with Colorado’s potable water standards.

5. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

The cistern cleaning and sanitations service shall be completed at the following Government location:

NTIA – Table Mountain Field Site 8600 N 39th Street Longmont, CO 80503

Address is for the facility West gate. North gate access is also available via Nelson Road.

6. APPLICABLE STANDARDS, PERMITS AND REGULATIONS

If Applicable, the Contractor is responsible for identifying and complying with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The work performed under this SOW shall, at a minimum, adhere to the following standards:

• American Water Works Association (AWWA) C652-19: Standard for Disinfection of Water-Storage Facilities. This is the primary standard governing the cleaning and sanitization process.

• NSF/ANSI/CAN 61: Drinking Water System Components – Health Effects. This standard is mandatory for any new cistern, component, or material (e.g., coatings, sealants) that comes into contact with potable water.

• Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE): The Contractor shall follow all applicable regulations from the Water Quality Control Division regarding potable water systems, water hauling, and water quality testing. All water quality samples must be analyzed by a laboratory certified by the CDPHE.

• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA): The Contractor shall comply with all OSHA safety standards, including but not limited to those for confined space entry (29 CFR 1910.146), if applicable.

• Permits: The Contractor is responsible for obtaining any and all permits required by Boulder County or the State of Colorado to perform the work described herein. While specific permits for simple cleaning may not be required, the Contractor is the expert and is responsible for ensuring compliance. Permits for water hauling or disposal may be necessary.

7. FEDERAL HOLIDAYS

The employee shall not work on the eleven (11) federal holidays. The contractor shall not bill the government for hours that would otherwise have been worked on these days. The federal holidays are as follows:

• New Year’s Day (January 1)

• Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. (Third Monday in January)

• President’s Day (Third Monday in February)

• Memorial Day (Last Monday in May)

• Juneteenth (June 19)

• Independence Day (July 4)

• Labor Day (First Monday in September)

• Columbus Day (Second Monday in October)

• Veterans Day (November 11)

• Thanksgiving Day (Fourth Thursday in November)

• Christmas Day (December 25)

• Any other day designated by executive action as a day off.

If a holiday falls on a weekend, the holiday shall be observed by the contractor on the date observed by the Government.

8. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

Service starts at the time of the award and does not exceed 3 years after award.