PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)

For

APG-SOUTH UNIDIRECTIONAL HYDRANT

FLUSHING AND REPAIR and POTABLE and

SANITARY UTILITY INFRASTRUCTURE

MAINTENANCE and REPAIR

04/28/2026

Part 1 General Information

1. General: This is a non-personal service(s) contract under which the personnel rendering the service(s) are not subject, either by the contract’s terms or by the manner of its administration, to the supervision and control usually prevailing in relationships between the Government and its employees.

1.1 Description of Services/Introduction: APG-SOUTH Unidirectional Hydrant Flushing and Repair Contract and Potable and Sanitary Utility Infrastructure Maintenance and Repair. This is a non-personal service(s) contract to provide hydrant flushing, maintenance and repair to include the potable water and sanitary infrastructure systems.

1.2 Background: Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG), including the Edgewood and Adelphi areas, requires continuous support for its Unidirectional Hydrant Flushing and Repair Program.

In the event of a potable water leak or potable water main break, affected lines must be isolated and shut down to protect the integrity of the system. Critical laboratories and surety facilities at Edgewood and Adelphi rely on an uninterrupted water supply to meet life, health, and safety requirements. The water system also serves as the sole source of potable water for both installations. In addition, the distribution systems provide essential support for all fire suppression capabilities across Edgewood and Adelphi.

1.3 Scope: The Contractor shall support Aberdeen Proving Ground’s (APG) Unidirectional Hydrant Flushing and Repair Program and Potable and Sanitary Utility Infrastructure Maintenance and Repair across APG-South (Edgewood), and the Adelphi Laboratory Center.

The Contractor shall perform all tasks necessary to execute APG’s unidirectional flushing program and potable and sanitary utility infrastructure maintenance and repair and develop all associated documentation and data deliverables.

The Contractor shall unidirectionally flush the potable utilities and produce a complete, accurate, and fully compatible database for integration into APG’s existing GIS/Database platform. The scope includes, but is not limited to, the following requirements:

• Identify and document all flushing sequence locations throughout the Aberdeen, Edgewood, and Adelphi potable and sanitary systems.

• Record each flushing sequence in a manner that clearly defines its position, configuration, and operational process so that APG personnel can readily understand and create the sequence upon request.

• Inspect all required fire hydrants for appearance, accessibility, leakage, and operational functionality in accordance with AWWA M-17, NFPA 291, and ISO requirements.

• Inspect all required main line valves for accessibility and functionality in accordance with

AWWA M-44.

• Operate each identified main line valve to verify its ability to function properly and fully close on demand, in adherence with AWWA M-44 standards.

• Compile all fire hydrant inspection data, main line valve inspection data, and flushing sequence information into a structured Excel spreadsheet suitable for APG’s use and integration.

• Repair and replace fire hydrants and potable and s anitary s ys tems water lines as needed.

• Monitor water meters for water us age, perform maintenance and calibration for Neptune water meters .

1.4 Objectives: Maintain the hydrant and potable and sanitary systems at Edgewood, Aberdeen Proving Ground, and Adelphi through timely replacement, repair, and inspection.

1.5 General Information:

1.5.1: Contract Management Plan:

The management approach is centered on a proactive, "no-surprises" methodology, ensuring all PWS requirements are met on schedule and within budget.

Component Description

Leadership A dedicated Project Manager (PM) will serve as the single point of contact for the APG Contracting Officer's Representative (COR). The PM will have full authority to direct all contractor personnel and resources.

Communication The Contractor will establish a clear communication plan, including weekly progress reports to the COR, bi-weekly status meetings, and immediate notification of any issues (e.g., inoperable valves, safety concerns).

Scheduling A detailed project schedule will be developed using Microsoft Project, outlining all major phases, tasks, and milestones. The schedule will be managed and updated weekly by the PM.

Risk Management

The contractor will maintain a risk register to identify and track potential issues such as access restrictions, equipment failure, or adverse weather. Each risk will have a corresponding mitigation strategy.

1.5.2 Quality Control Plan (QCP): The Contractor shall develop and maintain a QCP to ensure services are performed in accordance with (IAW) this PWS. The Contractor shall develop and implement procedures to identify, prevent, and ensure non-recurrence of defective services. The Contractor's QCP is how it assures that the work provided complies with the requirements of the contract.

The Contractor’s Proposed QCP shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer (KO) through the

Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) for review within 30 days after date of contract award.

The Government will review and either notify the Contractor in writing of acceptance of the plan or return their comments to the Contractor within 5 days If the Government has provided comments, the Contractor shall then have 5 days to submit a Final QCP. After receipt of the Final QCP, the Contractor may receive the Contracting Officer’s acceptance in writing. Any proposed changes to the accepted QCP are required to be resubmitted for acceptance by the Contracting Officer no later than 5 days prior to the anticipated change and before implementation by the Contractor. The timeline noted above will apply for review and acceptance for proposed changes. At a minimum, the QCP must include and answer the following to be acceptable:

(a) A chart showing the organizational structure and lines of authority, the names, qualifications, duties, responsibilities, and classification of each member of the Contractor's Quality Control Team.

(b) How the Contractor will monitor work to ensure performance complies with all deliverables (etc. timelines, deadlines, and goals);

(c) How the Contractor will monitor work to ensure performance complies with all specifications and requirements of the contract, including the contract’s clauses.

(d) How the Contractor will monitor and ensure staff qualifications remain current and valid including Department of Defense (DoD) Contractor Personnel Office (DOCPER) processes/approvals throughout contract performance.

(e) How the Contractor will ensure all keys issued will remain controlled items (Paragraph 1.7 Key Control);

(f) How the Contractor will invent and track maintenance of all Government Provided

Equipment / Materials.

(g) How the Contractor will identify, investigate, and correct any non-conforming performance and prevent similar deficiencies in the future; and

(h) How the Contractor will file and save all Quality Control related documents for the life of the contract plus 5 years.

1.5.2.1 An Analysis of Quality Control and Timeliness of Submittals (i.e. deliverables) shall be provided to the COR within 30 days upon completion of each option period or Task Order.

1.5.2.2 The Contractor shall inform the COR of issues or potential issues that might affect the performance within 2 hours of identifying those issues. Verbal reports shall be followed up by written reports within (24 hours)

1.5.3 Quality Assurance: The Government will evaluate the Contractor’s performance under this contract in accordance with the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP). This plan is primarily focused on what the Government must do to ensure that the Contractor has performed in accordance with the performance standards. It defines how the performance standards will be applied, the frequency of surveillance, and the acceptable quality levels (performance thresholds). The Field Supervisor will perform daily spot-checks of field team operations and data collection. The PM will review 100% of daily reports. All data will be reviewed by the Data/GIS Specialist against a QC checklist before inclusion in the final deliverables to guarantee it is "complete, accurate, and fully compatible.

1.5.3.1 Recognized Holidays: The following provides information on recognized holidays for the purpose of the PWS. If submittal of any documentation (e.g. deliverables, submittals, etc.)

deadlines fall on a holiday, the closest workday prior to the holiday will apply as the deadline for submittal.

1.5.3.2 U.S. Holidays: Work (shall) be performed on U.S. federally recognized holidays occurring during the normal workweek unless otherwise directed by the Contracting Officer.

When a U.S. holiday occurs on a Saturday or a Sunday, the holiday is observed on the preceding Friday or following Monday, respectively.

New Year’s Day January 1st M. L. King Memorial Day 3rd Monday in Jan Presidents’ Day 3rd Monday in February Memorial Day last Monday in May Juneteenth June 19th Independence Day July 4th Labor Day 1st Monday in September Columbus Day 2nd Monday in October Veteran’s Day November 11th Thanksgiving Day 4th Thursday in November Christmas Day December 25th

1.5.3.3 Host Nation Holidays: N/A

1.5.4 Operating Hours: The Government facility office hours, facility operating hours, and the Contractor support hour requirements often coincide, however, they may differ. Please refer to the following.

1.5.4.1 Government Facility Office Hours: The Government facility office hours are (07:00 - 15:00) except U.S. Holidays identified in paragraph 1.5.3.1 above or when the Government facility is closed due to local or national emergencies, administrative closings, or similar Government directed facility closings.

1.5.4.2 Government Facility Operating Hours: The Government facility operating hours occur between the hours of ( 06:00 – 15:30) The Government facility is N/A.

1.5.4.3 Contractor Support Hours: The Contractor shall provide support between the hours of (06:30 – 17:00 Mon – Fri.) The Contractor shall always maintain an adequate workforce, for the uninterrupted performance of all tasks defined within this PWS when the Government facility is not closed for the above reasons. When hiring personnel, the Contractor shall keep in mind that the stability and continuity of the workforce is essential.

1.5.4.3.1 Contractor Work Plan: The Contractor shall prepare and maintain a Work Plan. The plan, as a minimum, shall identify regularly scheduled work (to include location, work to be completed, timeline, etc.) The Contractor’s proposed Work Plan shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer via the COR for review within (10) days after date of contract award. The Government will review and either accept or return their comments to the Contractor within

(10) days. The Contractor shall then have ( 5 days) to submit a Final Work Plan. Any proposed change to the accepted Final Work Plan is required to be resubmitted via the COR for review and acceptance by the Contracting Officer at a minimum thirty (30) days prior to implementation. The timeline noted above shall apply for review and acceptance of proposed changes.

1.5.5 Training Holidays USAREUR or other applicable theater has historically granted military personnel training holidays as compensation for time that they spent in field training. These are typically combined with regular holiday leave schedules (for example, Christmas half days or days on day off schedules). Training holidays may affect access to military operated facilities.

If scheduled work or access to facilities is required, coordination with occupants will be necessary or the work in the facilities affected shall be rescheduled after the training holiday.

However, announced training holidays or exodus of military personnel may provide the Contractor with an opportunity for unrestricted access to facilities and areas. The Contractor shall take full advantage of such opportunities by planning maintenance or actions that are better accomplished when such areas are vacant.

1.5.6 Place of Performance: The work under this contract will be performed at Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG) South, Edgewood, and Adelphi.

1.6 Security Requirements: The following information is provided on security related matters.

1.6.1 Security Program: Contractor personnel performing work under this contract must have a security clearance at the time of the proposal submission and must maintain the level of security required for the life of the contract. The security requirements are IAW with the DoD Contract Security Classification Specification (DD Form 254), which is currently accessible at the following link: http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives/forms/eforms/dd0254.pdf N/A

1.6.2 Personnel Security Clearance Requirements: Contractor personnel performing work under this contract must have an active personnel security clearance at the in the Joint Personnel Adjudication System (JPAS) at time of the proposal submission and must maintain the level of security required for the life of the contract. The security requirements are IAW the DoD Contract Security Classification Specification DD Form 254. The Contractor shall ensure that Contractor employees and subcontractor employees performing services under this contract comply with FAR 52.204-2 Security Requirements when the employee has access to information classified “Confidential,” “Secret,” or “Top Secret.” The Contractor shall ensure the employee complies with the DoD Security Agreement (DD Form 441), including the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (DoD 5220.22-M), and any revisions to DoD 5220.22-M, notice of which has been furnished to the Contractor.

http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives/forms/eforms/dd0254.pdf

1.6.3 Installation Access: Access to U.S. installations, buildings and controlled areas is limited to personnel who meet security criteria and are authorized Failure to submit required information/data and obtain required documentation or clearances will be grounds for denying access to U.S. installations, buildings and controlled areas. The Contractor shall ensure that any subcontractors used in performance of this contract complies with these requirements and that all employees, of both the Contractor and any subcontractor utilized by the Contractor, are made aware of and comply with these requirements.

The Contractor shall be aware of and comply with the requirements associated with Installation Access Control. The Government is not liable for any costs associated with performance delays due solely to a firm’s failure to comply with Installation Access Control System (IACS) processing requirements.

The Contractor shall return installation passes to the issuing IACS office when the contract is completed or when a Contractor employee no longer requires access.

1.6.3.1 Installation Pass Log: N/A In addition, the Contractor shall provide the Contracting Officer, via the COR, an Initial Installation Pass Log within after contract award The log must at a minimum contain the following information. The log shall be updated as employees are added or removed. The Updated Installation Pass Log shall be current and available at any time upon request by the Government and submitted to the COR within five (5) days after any changes to the log.

1.6.3.2 Individual Termination or Expiration of Employment: The Contractor shall collect the installation access passes the same day employment of an individual has expired or has been terminated and shall return them to the issuing office within (Same day).

1.6.3.3 Contract Termination or Cancellation: Upon termination or cancellation of this contract, the Contractor shall collect all outstanding installation access passes and return them to the issuing office within (Same day).

1.6.3.4 Common Access Cards (CAC) and CAC Log: The Contractor shall provide the following information: Last, First and Middle Names, government issued personal identifier (e.g. Social Security Number, Federal Identification Number, or Tax Identification Number), date of birth, primary email address (this email address will be used to contact the individual) and any other necessary information required to obtain a CAC or installation access card, to the COR with (5 days) after award. The Contractor shall ensure safeguarding of Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and comply with requirements under 1.22.5.

The Contractor shall provide a CAC log within the (first 30 calendar days ) after contract award and within five (5) days after changes have been made (unless circumstances require otherwise and as directed by the Contracting Officer). The COR will provide format and content for the log during the post award meeting. Note - CACs are Government property and must be accounted for.

1.6.4 Background Checks: APG performs background checks at the entry gates on post.

1.6.4.1 U.S. Citizen: Contractors that work with or teach youth under the age of 18 years are subject to U.S background checks. The Requiring Activity Manager will determine the extent of background checks required. The Contractor employee may begin performance of the contract after receiving a favorable local background check. The Contractor agrees to replace the employee should results of the background check, if required, be unfavorable as determined by the Requiring Activity Manager. The Contractor’s replacement of the employee with the unfavorable background check shall be within a timeframe provided by the Requiring Activity Manager. The Contractor shall also replace employees whose background check, during their tenure of employment, renders them with an unfavorable local or stateside background check, as determined by the Requiring Activity Manager. The Contractor shall forward a copy to the Contracting Officer via the COR and the Requiring Activity Manager of each favorable background check within ( 5 days ) of receipt by the Contractor, identifying such with the appropriate contract number. The Contractor shall forward a copy to the Contracting Officer via the COR and the Requiring Activity Manager of each unfavorable background check within ( 5 days) of receipt by the Contractor, identifying such with the appropriate contract number. When the Government awards a non-personal services contract directly to an individual, the failure of the individual to provide a favorable background check would be grounds for termination.

1.6.4.2 Local Nationals and Third Country Nationals: Local national and third country national Contractors that work with or teach youths under the age of 18 years are subject to background checks as determined by the Requiring Activity Manager. As a minimum prior to beginning performance, Contractors employing local national and third country nationals shall furnish the Contracting Officer via the COR and the Requiring Activity Manager current documents required for working on a US installation, no later than (5 days ). Forwarding correspondence from the Contractors shall identify the associated contract number.

1.6.5 PHYSICAL Security: The Contractor shall safeguard all Government equipment, information, and property provided for Contractor use.

1.6.6 Operations Security (OPSEC) Requirements: Contractor personnel shall adhere to facility security policies and restrictions. The Contractor shall immediately report suspicious activities to security personnel. “Government issued access badges shall not be worn outside designated facilities where visible to the general public”.

1.7 Key Control: The Contractor shall establish and implement methods of making sure all keys issued to the Contractor by the Government are not lost or misplaced and are not used by unauthorized people. NOTE: All references to keys include key cards. No keys issued to the Contractor by the Government shall be duplicated. The Contractor shall develop procedures covering key control that shall be included in the Contractor’s Security Plan and the Quality Control Plan. Such procedures shall include turn-in of any issued keys by personnel who no longer require access to locked areas. The Contractor shall immediately report any incidents of lost or duplicate keys to the Contracting Officer. In the event keys, other than master keys, are lost or duplicated, the Contractor shall, upon direction of the Contracting Officer, re-key or replace the affected lock or locks; however, the Government, at its option, may replace the affected lock or locks or perform re-keying. When the replacement of locks or re-keying is performed by the Government, the total cost of re-keying or the replacement of lock or locks shall be deducted from payment due to the Contractor. In the event a master key is lost or duplicated, all locks and keys for that system shall be replaced by the Government and the total cost deducted from the payment due to the Contractor. The Contractor shall prohibit the use of Government issued keys by any persons other than the Contractor’s employees. The Contractor shall prohibit the opening of locked areas by Contractor employees to permit entrance of persons other than Contractor employees engaged in the performance of assigned work in those areas, or personnel authorized entrance by the Contracting Officer. The Contractor shall establish and implement methods of ensuring that all lock combinations are not revealed to unauthorized persons. The Contractor shall ensure that lock combinations are changed when personnel having access to the combinations no longer have a need to know such combinations. These procedures should be included in the Quality Control Plan.

1.8 Post Award Conference/Periodic Progress Meetings: The Contractor shall attend any post award conference convened by the contracting activity or contract administration office.

The Contracting Officer, COR, and other Government personnel, as appropriate, may meet periodically with the Contractor to review the Contractor's performance. At these meetings the Contracting Officer will appraise the Contractor of how the Government views the Contractor's performance and the Contractor shall apprise the Government of problems, if any, being experienced. Appropriate action should be taken to resolve outstanding issues. These meetings shall be at no additional cost to the Government

1.8.1 The Contractor shall attend, participate in, and furnish input to scheduled and unscheduled meetings, conferences, and briefings that relate to the functions and services herein as required by the Government to provide effective communication and impart necessary information. The Contract Manager or designated representative shall attend meetings as requested by the Government. Meeting attendees shall at times include Contractor managerial, supervisory, and other personnel knowledgeable of the subject matter.

Meetings may start or end outside of regular duty hours.

1.9 Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR): Refer to Part 2 of this PWS for the definition of a COR. As determined by the Contracting Officer, a COR will be appointed and identified by letter of designation, a copy of which will be provided to the Contractor by the Contracting Officer. The designation letter states the responsibilities and limitations of the COR, especially regarding changes in cost or price, estimates, or changes in delivery dates.

The COR is not authorized to change any of the terms and conditions of the resulting order.

The COR monitors all technical aspects of the contract and assists in contract administration.

The COR is not authorized to obligate the Government. If the work is not written in the contract, the COR is not authorized to request new work. The COR is authorized to perform the following functions: assure that the Contractor performs the technical requirements of the contract, perform inspections necessary in connection with contract performance, maintain written and oral communications with the Contractor concerning technical aspects of the contract, issue written interpretations of technical requirements, including Government drawings, designs, specifications, monitor Contractor's performance and notifies both the Contracting Officer and Contractor of any deficiencies, coordinate availability of Government property, and coordinate site entry of Contractor personnel.

1.10 Key Personnel: The Contractor shall provide all personnel required to successfully fulfil the requirements of this contract. A total of five (3) key personnel is required to meet the contract objectives of being onsite on daily basis 06:30- 17:00 (mon. – fri.). List of the personnel shall be submitted to the COR prior to the start of contract. Those individuals are designated as key personnel and are essential to the continuity and quality of performance.

The Contractor shall ensure all key personnel possess the qualifications, certifications, and experience necessary to perform their assigned duties. The Contractor shall submit the names and for all key personnel to the Contracting Officer after contract award.

a. Contract Project Manager (Qty: 1) The Contractor shall provide one (1) Contract Project Manager responsible for overall contract performance, coordination of all work, and daily oversight of personnel and operations. The Contractor shall also designate an Alternate Project Manager to act on the Contractor’s behalf during the absence of the primary project manager.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum Educational Requirements: Associate degree in Acquisition and Contract Management and or Contract Law or related legal studies, or a closely related field.

• Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in contract, project, or utility-related management.

• Possess full authority to act for the Contractor on all matters relating to contract execution.

• Required to be onsite daily and available between the hours of 06:30-17:00 (Mon.– Fri.)

Quality Control Management: Task can be performed by Contract Project Manager or a designee who must have a minimum of 5 years of management experience directly related to potable and sanitary systems, including maintenance and repair activities.

System Administrations: Task can be performed by Contract Project Manager or designee who must demonstrate proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to read GIS AST/ UST February 2026 Monthly Inspection Reports mapping or an equivalent system so information can be input into GIS mapping.

b. Plumbers (Qty: 1)

The Contractor shall provide two (1) certified plumbers to support unidirectional flushing operations, hydrant repair, and potable and sanitary systems maintenance.

• One (1) Master Plumber

• Must be a Master Plumber with documented certification.

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in plumbing, potable and sanitary systems, or related utility maintenance.

c. Lead Certified Heavy Equipment Operators (Qty: 1)

The Contractor shall provide one (1) Lead Certified Heavy Equipment Operators to support excavation, hydrant access, system maintenance, and operational tasks associated with the unidirectional flushing program.

• Documented heavy equipment operator training and certification.

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience operating heavy equipment in utility, construction, or water system environments maintenance and repairs of water lines.

• Demonstrated ability to safely operate equipment on an active military installation.

1.10.1 Additional Personnel

Journeyman Plumber (1)

• Journeyman-level Plumber with documented certification in the plumbing trade.

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in plumbing, potable and sanitary systems, or related utility maintenance.

Certified Heavy Equipment Operator (2)

The Contractor shall provide two (2) Certified Heavy Equipment Operators to support excavation, hydrant access, system maintenance, and operational tasks associated with the unidirectional flushing program.

• Documented heavy equipment operator training and certification.

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience operating heavy equipment in utility, construction, or potable and sanitary systems environments maintenance and repairs.

• Demonstrated ability to safely operate equipment on an active military installation.

Maintenance Trade Helpers (Qty: 2)

The Contractor shall provide two (2) Maintenance Trade Helpers to support field operations, equipment setup, hydrant maintenance, and general utility tasks.

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience supporting utility, plumbing, or potable water system maintenance and repairs.

• Ability to perform basic mechanical tasks and follow technical instructions.

1.11 Identification of Contractor Employees: All Contractor personnel attending meetings, answering Government telephones, and working in other situations where their Contractor status is not obvious to third parties must identify themselves, to include proper marking of signature blocks in correspondence, to avoid creating an impression in the minds of members of the public that they are Government officials. The Contractor shall ensure that all documents or reports, produced by Contractors are suitably marked as Contractor products or that Contractor participation is appropriately disclosed.

1.12.1 Contractor workspace (staging site, on-site office, desk or work area, etc.) shall contain a sign signifying the space is occupied by Contractor employee(s) to ensure that Government employees and the public know that they are not Government employees. The proposed sign shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer via the COR for review and acceptance after contract award. Workspace sign location shall be coordinated with the COR.

Contractor employees shall identify themselves by name and company affiliation when answering the telephone, presenting briefings, conducting or attending meetings, and seminars. All Contractor correspondence (written, facsimile, and email display) shall include their company name. Requirements for Contractor vehicles is addressed under Part 4 paragraph 4.4.

1.12.2 Contractor Identification Badges: Contractor personnel shall be easily identifiable through the display of badges IAW Contractor Identification (AE Reg. 27-715). (For services at Child, Youth, and School SN/Services where children are present, recommend personnel wear identification when children are present.)

1.13 Contractor Travel: N/A

1.14 Other Direct Costs (ODCs): N/A

1.15 Data Rights: The Government has unlimited rights to all documents and materials produced under this contract. All documents and materials, to include the source codes of software, produced under this contract shall be Government owned and are the property of the Government with all rights and privileges of ownership and copyright belonging exclusively to the Government. These documents and materials may not be used or sold by the Contractor without written permission from the Contracting Officer. All materials supplied to the Government shall be the sole property of the Government and may not be used for any other purpose. This right does not abrogate any other Government rights.

1.16 Non-Disclosure Requirements: Performance under this contract may require the Contractor to access data and information proprietary to a government agency, another

Government Contractor, or of such nature that its dissemination or use other than as specified in this work statement would be averse to the interests of the Government or others. The Contractor and Contractor personnel shall not divulge or release data or information developed, or obtained under performance of this PWS, except to authorize Government personnel or upon written approval of the Contracting Officer. The Contractor shall not use, disclose, or reproduce proprietary data, which bears a restrictive legend, other than as specified in this PWS. All documentation showing individual names or other personal information shall be controlled and protected under the provisions of the Privacy Act of 1974, Public Law 93-579, 5 United States Code (U.S.C.) Section 552a.

1.17 Protection of Government and Contract Information: Per Public Use Notice of Limitations stated by Defense imagery Management operations Center and contained at www.dimoc.mil/resources/limitations/ , the Contractor shall not cite any information (e.g., contract information, pictures, locations, etc.) obtained through this contract on any hard copy or digital marketing tools to include its company website.

1.18 Non-Disclosure Statements: The Contractor shall provide signed non-disclosure agreements to the Government no later than (10) days prior to commencement of work under the contract. Disclosure of information by Contractor personnel may result in removal of Contractor personnel from performance under this contract.

1.19 Organizational Conflict of Interest (OCI): Contractor and subcontractor personnel performing work under this contract may receive, have access to or participate in the development of proprietary or source selection information (e.g., cost or pricing information, budget information or analyses, specifications or work statements, etc.) or perform evaluation services which may create a current or subsequent OCI as defined in FAR Subpart 9.5. The Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer immediately whenever it becomes aware that such access or participation may result in any actual or potential OCI and shall promptly submit a plan to the Contracting Officer to avoid or mitigate any such OCI. The Contractor’s OCI Mitigation Plan will be determined to be acceptable solely at the discretion of the Contracting Officer. In the event the Contracting Officer unilaterally determines that any such OCI cannot be satisfactorily avoided or mitigated, the Contracting Officer may affect other remedies as he or she deems necessary, including prohibiting the Contractor from participation in subsequent contracted requirements which may be affected by the OCI.

1.20 Phase In /Phase Out Period: To minimize decreases in productivity and to prevent possible negative impacts on additional services, the Contractor shall have personnel on board, during the (60 days) phase in/ phase out periods. During the phase in period, the Contractor shall become familiar with performance requirements to commence full performance of services on the contract start date.

1.21 Safety: The following provides information pertaining to Safety and Accident Prevention:

When working in APG rights-of-way, the contractor shall follow IDOT Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction for work zone safety. Safety requirements shall consist of the following certifications for manpower onsite: HAZWOPER Supervisor, HAZWOPER 40hour training class for each person onsite, Excavation and Trench Safety, CPR/ First Aid, Asbestos http://www.dimoc.mil/resources/limitations/

Awareness, Fall Protection, Confined Space and Qualified Rigger training. SSHP (Site Safety Health Plan) must be filed with ISO (Installation Safety Office). Training must be APG ISO approved training. EM385 Training.

1.21.1: Hydrant and Potable and Sanitary Systems Repair and UXO Coordination

1.21.1.1 Objective: The contractor shall provide all necessary personnel, equipment, materials, and supervision to perform excavation, repair, and restoration of underground potable and sanitary pipelines as identified by task order. The primary objective is to restore the potable and sanitary systems to full operational capacity in a safe and timely manner, in strict compliance with all site-specific safety protocols, including Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) clearance procedures.

1.21.1.2 Performance Requirements: The contractor shall perform the following tasks to the standards specified below.

Task

ID

Task Description

Performance Standard Method of Surveillance

UXO

Coordination and Permitting

The contractor shall submit all dig requests to the 20th CBRNE CMD / CARA-RRE for approval. An approved dig permit must be received and physically present on-site before any ground disturbance occurs. The contractor must facilitate and cooperate with 20th CBRNE CMD / CARA-RRE personnel who will be on-site to oversee all excavation activities.

100% inspection of dig permit prior to work commencement by the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR). Direct observation by COR and 20th CBRNE personnel.

Excavation and Pipe Exposure

Excavate soil and materials to expose the designated section of the water pipe. Trenching must comply with all OSHA safety standards. The excavation site must be kept free of debris.

Random inspection of excavation sites. Review of contractor's safety plan.

Pipe Repair or Replacement

Repair or replace the damaged pipe section using industry-standard materials and techniques appropriate for the existing pipe type (e.g., ductile iron, PVC). All connections must be leak-free upon testing.

The COR will witness pressure testing of all repaired sections.

The repaired section must hold a pressure of maintain pressure of existing potable and sanitary system for 1 hour with no detectable loss.

Backfill and Restoration

Backfill the excavated area with appropriate material, compacting in lifts to prevent future settling. The site shall be restored to its original condition or better, including restoration of any surface features (e.g., asphalt, turf).

Visual inspection by the COR upon completion of work.

Compaction test results may be required.

1.21.2 Safety Laws and Regulations: The Contractor shall comply with FAR 52.236-13, Accident Prevention (November 1991), the references contained therein (e.g. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements Manual (EM 385-1-1)), The requirements under FAR 52.236-13 and specifically of the EM 385-1-1 include, but are not limited to the following:

(a) Before initiation of work at the job site, an Accident Prevention Plan, written by the Contractor for the specific work and hazards of the contract and implementing in detail the pertinent requirements of EM 385-1-1; will be reviewed for acceptance by designated Government personnel. Specific requirements for development of the Accident Prevention Plan are found in 01.A and Appendix A of EM 385-1-1. EM 385-1-1 is available online at www.usace.army.mil.

(b) Before beginning each activity involving a type of work presenting hazards not experienced in previous project operations or where a new work crew or subcontractor is to perform work, activity hazard analysis (AHA) shall be prepared by the Contractor performing the work activity (See paragraph 01.a.09 of EM 385-1-1);

(c) The Contractor shall require subcontractors to submit their plan of operations showing methods they propose to use in accomplishing major phases of work.

(d) The Contractor shall discuss the plans in conferences convened by the Contracting

Officer prior to starting work on each major phase of operation. Plans shall include all pertinent information such as layout of haul roads, access roads, storage areas, electrical distribution lines, methods of providing minimum exposure to overhead loads, and methods of access to work areas. The plan for accomplishing the initial work phase shall be submitted within fifteen

(15) calendar days after award of the contract. Plans for subsequent major phases of work shall be submitted no later than fifteen (15) calendar days prior to initiation of work on each major phase; and

(e) In all areas where construction, demolition, alteration, building, or similar related activities take place, the Contractor shall have the following minimum personal protective clothing and equipment requirements in place for any person working on or visiting the site:

(i) Short sleeve shirt.

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(ii) Long trousers.

(iii) Steel-toed safety boots; and

(iv) Hard hat.

1.21.2.1 In addition to other requirements for accident prevention specified in this contract, the Contractor shall comply with all Federal and State requirements governing safety and health protection on construction sites and other applicable occupational safety codes.

The Contractor shall indicate its plan for compliance considering conditions of the work described by the design, technical proposal, operational activities of the Government or others in the area of the work, identification of the coordinator, and implementation of all other accident prevention provisions of this contract. Complete APP (Accident Prevention Plan) is required before any work begins on the contract.

1.21.2.2 The Contractor shall complete and provide safety notifications required and will provide documented proof to the Contracting Officer via the COR, no later than {Insert number of days} that such notifications were made.

1.22 Environmental Compliance: The following provides information on Environmental Compliance.

1.22.1 Environmental Compliance Plan and Program: Must meet APG environmental offices standards and guidelines.

1.23 Required Training: The following provides information on training requirements.

1.23.1 Anti-Terrorism (AT) Level I Training: All Contractor employees, including subcontractor employees, who are employed under the contract, shall complete AT Level I Training within after contract start date or effective date of incorporation of this requirement into the contract, whichever applies, or ( 60 days) after employment of new personnel.

Contractor personnel travelling overseas shall complete area of responsibility (AOR) specific AT awareness training for U.S. based Contractor employees and associated subcontractor employees. The Contractor shall submit certificates of completion (10) days for each affected Contractor employee and subcontractor employee to the COR (or to the Contracting Officer, if a COR is not assigned) within (10) days after completion of this training by all employees and subcontractor personnel. AT Level I awareness training is available at https://jkodirect.jten.mil.

Contractor personnel shall complete refresher training every twelve (12) months except AOR specific AT Level I training which shall be completed as required by local AT policies

If training cannot be conducted on the website, the Contractor shall coordinate with the COR who will contact the local AT Officer at their assigned location for classroom training.

Contractor personnel completing training in the classroom will receive a certificate or the https://jkodirect.jten.mil/ training attendance roster signed by the AT Officer. Verification of the training shall be provided to the COR within (10) days after completion of the training.

1.23.2 OPSEC Training: Project manager is required to have Level I OPSEC training within ( 30 days ) of employment under this contract. Verification of the training shall be provided to the COR within ( 10) days after completion of the training. OPSEC Level I training is available at http://www.cdse.edu/catalog/elearning/GS130.html. Contractor personnel must complete refresher training every 12 months Verification of the training shall be provided to the COR within completion of the training.

If training cannot be conducted on the website, the Contractor shall coordinate with the COR, who will contact the local OPSEC Officer at their assigned location for classroom training.

Contractor personnel completing training in the classroom will receive a certificate or the training attendance roster signed by the OPSEC Officer. Verification of the training shall be provided to the COR within 5 days after completion of the training.

1.23.3 iWatch Training: The Contractor and all associated subcontractors shall brief all employees on the local iWatch program (training standards provided by the requiring activity ATO). This locally developed training will be used to inform employees of the types of behavior to watch for and instruct employees to report suspicious activity to the COR. This training shall be completed within thirty (30) calendar days after the contract is awarded and within five (5) after new employees commence contract performance, with the results reported to the COR within five (5) days after the contract is awarded and within five (5) days after new employees commence contract performance. Verification of the training shall be provided to the COR within ten (10) days after completion of the training. Training slides can be found on the Army OneSource we site:

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1.23.4 Information Assurance (IA) Training

1.23.4.1 All Contractor employees, including subcontractors, requiring access to Government information systems shall complete the DoD IA Cyber Awareness Training within thirty (30) calendar days after contract start date or effective date of incorporation of this requirement into the contract, whichever applies, or thirty (30) calendar days after employment of new personnel. Verification of the training shall be provided to the COR within completion of the training.

1.23.4.2 All Contractor employees, including subcontractors, working information technology (IT)/IA functions shall comply with DoD and Army training requirements per Information Assurance Training Certification and Workforce Management DoD Directive (DoDD) 8570.01, Information Assurance Workforce Improvement Program DoD 8570.01-M, and Information Assurance AR 25-2 within thirty (30) calendar days of employment. Training is available at https://ia.signal.army.mil/DoDIAA/default.asp .

1.23.4.3 All Contractor employees, including subcontractors, performing services under this contract with access to a Government information system must be registered in the Army http://www.cdse.edu/catalog/elearning/GS130.html http://www.myarmyonesource.com/familyprogramsandservices/iwatchprogram/default.aspx https://ia.signal.army.mil/DoDIAA/default.asp

Training Certification Tracking System (ATCTS), the web address is p (requires CAC to access. Verification of registration shall be provided to the COR within ten (10) calendar days after registration. Contractor personnel must complete refresher training every twelve (12) months. Verification of the training shall be provided to the COR within ten (10) calendar days after completion of the training.

1.23.5 Personally Identifiable Information (PII): Contractor employees, including subcontractors, performing services under this contract with access to PII and Government information shall complete “Identifying and Safeguarding PII” within 30 calendar days of employment. Contractor personnel shall complete refresher training every twelve (12) months from initial completion. The Contractor shall provide the COR a copy of the training certificates for its employees no later than five (5) days after completion. Training is available at http://iatraining.disa.mil/eta/piiv2/launchPage.html

1.24 Notice to Proceed: N/A

1.25 Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive: N/A.

1.26 Government Property and Services: Refer to Part 3 of this PWS for requirements related to Government Property (GP) under this contract. For all GP issued in support of this effort, the Contractor shall submit a Property Management Plan to the Contracting Officer and the Property Administrator, via the COR, after contract award ({Insert Deliverable #}). The plan shall address the requirements outlined below.

The requiring activity and the Contractor shall ensure that all property is properly identified and recorded through inclusion on a GFP Attachment within the GFP module of the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) at https://piee.eb.mil/. All items shall also be entered into the Army’s Accountable Property System of Record. Status of Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) Reports shall be submitted in accordance with CDRL A001, DI‑XXXXXX, Status of Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) Report, subtitled GFE Status Report.

The Contractor may be required to procure hardware (e.g., developer laptops, servers, system‑architecture‑defined equipment) and/or software, and to establish laboratory infrastructure, including workstations and test equipment necessary to perform the tasks described in this PWS. The Government will determine whether the GFP required or authorized under the contract or task order. The GFP Attachment (Attachment XXXX) identifies the planned GFP authorized for the duration of the contract or task order.

Government property means all property owned or leased by the Government. Government property includes both Government-furnished and Contractor-acquired property. Government property includes material, equipment, special tooling, special test equipment, and real property. Government property does not include intellectual property and software.

The Property Management Plan provided at solicitation is in accordance with FAR 45.201(c)(4) shall be a description of the property management system to be used in https://atc.us.army.mil/iastar/index.php http://iatraining.disa.mil/eta/piiv2/launchPage.html managing Government property. The Contractor shall submit Property Management System procedures in accordance with FAR 52.245-1(f) within 60 days of award, Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) A001. Changes thereafter to the Property Management System procedures must be approved by the Government Property Administrator prior to implementation.

The Contractor shall submit a Government Property Inventory Report IAW CDRL A001. This report shall be initially submitted (10) days post-award and (10) days thereafter.

Government property will be inventoried at least every (3) years at a minimum and classified or sensitive property must be inventoried at least annually.

Contractor will request return of GFP to the Customer upon contract completion or when deemed excess to contract performance. The Contractor is required to utilize CAP (contractor-acquired property) Pre-Screening of the GFP Module in PIEE for any Contractor inventory (as defined in FAR 52.245-1) during the performance of the contract and for contract closeout.