PRF77_Contract User Guide_2025_4_28.docx

PRF77: Professional Environmental and Consulting Services Statewide Contract Designated DCAMM*

UPDATED: April 28, 2025

*The asterisk is required when referencing the contract in the Massachusetts Management Accounting Reporting System (MMARS).

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Contract User Guide for PRF76

Contract User Guide for PRF77

NOTE: Contract User Guides are updated regularly. Print copies should be compared against the current version posted on mass.gov/osd.

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Updated: April 28, 2025 Template version: 8.0 Page 4 of 12 One Ashburton Place, Room 1608 Boston, MA, 02108-1552 Tel: (617) 720 - 3300 | www.mass.gov/osd | TDD: (617) 727 - 2716 | Twitter: @Mass_OSD | Fax: (617) 727 - 4527

· Contract Summary

· Contract Categories

· Benefits and Cost Savings

· Find Bid/Contract Documents

· Who Can Use This Contract?

· Subcontractors

· Construction Requirements

· Supplier Diversity Requirements

· Pricing, Quotes and Purchase Options

· Instructions for MMARS Users

· Environmentally Preferable Products

· Contract Exclusions and Related Statewide Contracts

· Emergency Services

· Additional Information/FAQ's

· Performance and Payment Time Frames

· Strategic Sourcing Team Members

· Appendix A: Three Steps: Category Descriptions with MBPOs, Vendor Information Contact

· Appendix B: ESC UNSPSC Codes

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Contract Summary Statewide Contract (SWC) PRF77 Professional Environmental and Consulting Services Designated Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance (DCAMM) provides a list of pre-qualified Vendors for expert environmental consulting, engineering, and investigative services on vertical and horizontal environmental matters that affect media and structures. Environmental consulting and engineering consultants on this contract assist the Commonwealth in providing services including consultation on federal and state environmental laws and regulations, environmental assessment and remediation activities, and other environmental analyses for Eligible Entities. More details about who is an Eligible Entity can be found at: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/why-use-statewide-contracts#eligible-entities-which-may-use-statewide-contracts-.

This contract has minimum quote requirements.

Contract Environmental Services Categories (ESCs) This contract includes eighteen categories of services as listed below.

PO-22-1080-OSD03-SRC3-25024

PO-22-1080-OSD03-SRC3-25026

Category A5: Media Assessment - Hazardous Materials, Wastes, Tanks and Other Containers Assessment

PO-22-1080-OSD03-SRC3-25028

PO-22-1080-OSD03-SRC3-25038

Category D3: Permitting and Reporting - Massachusetts Historical Commission (MHC)

PO-22-1080-OSD03-SRC3-25039

Category D4: Permitting and Reporting - Wetlands, Waterways, and Resource Areas

PO-22-1080-OSD03-SRC3-25040

Please refer to Appendix A for more information about how to select a contract environmental services category.

Benefits and Cost Savings Statewide contracts are an easy way to obtain benefits for your organization by leveraging the Commonwealth’s buying power, solicitation process, contracting expertise, Prompt Payment Discounts, Supplier Diversity Plan, contractor management and oversight, and the availability of environmentally preferable products. The Strategic Sourcing Team (SST) for PRF77 has worked to ensure that Vendors selected to provided services under this Statewide Contract have provided a Commonwealth of Massachusetts Certificate of Good Standing, uniform services costs and escalator rates that do not exceed 2% per fiscal year, and a 1% or greater commitment to supplier diversity spending.

· Encourages a partnership between Vendor and Eligible Entity for best value.

· Aggregating projects and volume can be established with Vendors for common themes and best value.

· Many SDP Plans are inclusive of subcontractors qualified to support an Eligible Entities for services under this contract and also allows them to meet their SDP annual benchmarks.

· Vendors have clients who are small and large and have a local and national presence.

· Pre- qualified Vendors’ business profiles are available for purchasing entities to review.

· Contract documents are located in one central location in COMMBUYS.

· Vendor Appraisal Management Form (VAMF) allows users of the contract to evaluate Vendor performance on specific projects.

· Vendor Performance Evaluation Form allows users of the contract to evaluate Vendor performance on specific projects. Please see form in Appendix for more information.

Find Bid/Contract Documents

· To find all contract-specific documents, including the Contract User Guide, RFR, specifications, and other attachments, visit COMMBUYS.com and search for PRF77 to find related Master Blanket Purchase Order (MBPO) information or use Appendix A below. All common contract documents are located in the “Master Contract Record” Master Blanket Purchase Order (MBPO) for PRF77 and can be accessed directly by visiting https://www.commbuys.com/bso/external/purchaseorder/poSummary.sdo?docId=PO-23-1080-OSD03-SRC3-26923&releaseNbr=0&external=true&parentUrl=close.

· See COMMBUYS link above to link directly to the MBPO for PRF77 categories.

Who Can Use This Contract?

Applicable Procurement Law Executive Branch Goods and Services: MGL c. 7, § 22; c. 30, § 51, § 52; 801 CMR 21.00; Construction Materials and Services: G.L. c. 149, s. 44A; G.L. c. 30, § 39M

Eligible Entities Please see the standard list of Eligible Entities on our Eligible Entities which may use Statewide Contracts webpage.

Subcontractors The awarded Vendor’s use of subcontractors is subject to the provisions of the Commonwealth’s Terms and Conditions and Standard Contract Form, as well as other applicable terms of this Statewide Contract.

Prior approval of the Eligible Entity is required for any subcontracted service of the Contract. Vendors are responsible for the satisfactory performance and adequate oversight of their subcontractors.

Construction Requirements Purchasers must ensure that any services involving construction are limited to $50,000 or less.

Purchasing entities are responsible for compliance with applicable construction law requirements. Information concerning specific M.G.L. c. 149 and c. 30 construction requirements may be found in the Office of the Inspector General’s Public Procurement Charts at: https://www.mass.gov/download-oig-public-purchasing-and-public-construction-manuals. It is the responsibility of the Eligible Entity to determine whether installation work includes construction as defined by M.G.L. c.149 or M.G.L. c.30, §39M. Chapter 30B Procurement Assistance from the Office of the Inspector General is available at mass.gov/ig/procurement-assistance. Access the 30B Hotline at 617-722-8838 or email them at: 30BHotline@massmail.state.ma.us.

Questions about public construction bidding should be directed to Deborah Anderson, Counsel II for the Attorney General’s Office, at 617-963-2371. Visit the Attorney General’s Public Construction web page to learn more about Public Bidding Laws.

See Quotes Including Construction Services Requirements below for information on quoting these types of projects.

Supplier Diversity Requirements

When selecting Vendors and placing orders, Executive departments shall utilize diverse and small businesses to the extent possible based on contract terms, SDO and departmental policies, laws, and regulations. Additionally, departments shall make a preference for Vendors with higher SDP commitments and/or performance whenever such information is available (or is requested from Vendors by the department) and the preference is feasible.

OSD provides up-to-date information on the availability of diverse and small businesses on statewide contracts through the Statewide Contract Index Statewide Contract Indexavailable on the COMMBUYS home page. See the “Programs (SDO and SBPP)” tab for current certification and small business status of Vendors on this contract.

When soliciting quotes, the following requirements apply:

OSD provides up-to-date information on the availability of diverse and small businesses on statewide contracts through the Statewide Contract Index available on the COMMBUYS home page. See the “Programs (SDO and SBPP)” tab for current certification and small business status of Vendors on this contract.

Pricing, Quote and Purchase Options Purchase Options The purchase options identified below are the only acceptable options that may be used on this contract:

· This is a fee for service contract.

· Purchases made through this contract will be direct, outright purchases. All elements of the project’s creation through the use of Commonwealth funds are owned by the Commonwealth except where prior ownership has been established. Commonwealth departments should be made aware of such exceptions.

Compensation Structure/Pricing & Expenses:

The compensation structure for the PRF77 contract is according to individual projects as described and agreed to in the SOW and the accepted Vendor response. Awarded Vendors are required to provide specific and transparent prices in all responses to bid quotation requests.

Project Pricing Uniform costs may be published by the Eligible Entities as part of the records in COMMBUYS. Project rates will detail what charges are allowed and what charges are not allowed under PRF77.

Hourly Rates

1. Cost tables/Unit Cost Form:

Hourly rates were part of the contract award process for PRF77. Compensation Structure/Pricing costs for PRF77 are based on individual projects as described in the SOW and accepted Vendor response. Compensation will be based solely on the Unit Cost Form, located within the Bid Response Forms Package, supplied by the Vendor, and accepted by the SST. Hourly rates are expected to be fully loaded. Pricing for services will be hourly. Mark up on subcontractor costs is capped at 5%. Subcontractor invoices must be submitted with all billing. Fixed price contracts are acceptable so long as the pricing matches the rates found in the Uniform Costs Form.

2. Services:

i. Hourly or Fixed-price fees: see the Unit Cost Form Included in the Bid Response Package for Vendor’s hourly rates.

ii. Commuting Expenses: will be reimbursed at a rate not to exceed $0.56/mile for the life of the contract.

iii. Standard Business Expenses: may be allowed with prior authorization from a Eligible Entity only but in no case will the amount be more than that allowed for Commonwealth of Massachusetts employees (www.mass.gov/hrd - search for the term “Red Book”).

3. Authorized Price Changes:

Vendors may invoice for less than the identified rates on the Unit Cost Form but may not exceed listed hourly rates (inclusive of the escalators identified on the Unit Cost Form).

Invoicing All bills/invoices must minimally include:

· Assignment name;

· Hours billed/invoiced and Statewide Contract hourly rate or portion of project billed;

· Hourly rate: Identify account manager or another Vendor agent and applicable hourly rate;

· Project based: Identify portion of project billed and balance remaining, but not an average rate;

· Supporting documents must accompany billing/invoicing received by the engaging Eligible Entity;

· Totals should be reviewed for correctness by the engaging Eligible Entity prior to approval;

· Total billed/invoiced must meet the Commonwealth’s requirements if audited; and

· A description of the Supplier Diversity Activities used for the project.

Setting Up a COMMBUYS Account COMMBUYS is the Commonwealth’s electronic Market Center supporting online commerce between government purchasers and businesses. If you do not have one already, contact the OSD Help Desk to set up a COMMBUYS buyer account for your organization: (888)-627-8283 or OSDhelpdesk@mass.gov.

When contacting a Vendor on this statewide contract, always reference PRF77 to receive contract pricing.

Quick Search in COMMBUYS Log into COMMBUYS and use the Search box on the COMMBUYS header bar to locate items described on the MBPO or within the Vendor catalog line items. Select Contract/Blanket or Catalog from the drop-down menu. Users of this guide can also find MBPOs in Appendix A of this User Guide.

How to Purchase from this Contract

· Solicit quotes and select and purchase quoted item in COMMBUYS This COMMBUYS functionality provides a mechanism to easily obtain quotes, as specified by the Contract. The buyer would create a Release Requisition, and then convert it to a Bid. After approval by the buyer approving officer, the bid is then sent to selected Vendors to request quotes. Buyers must include “PRF77 RFQ” when entering information in the Description field.

For a description of how to complete this purchase in COMMBUYS, visit the Job Aids for Buyers webpage, and select:

· The COMMBUYS Bids section and choose the How to Request Quotes from Vendors on Statewide Contracts.

Quote Requirements Contract users should always reference PRF77 when contacting vendors to ensure they are receiving contract pricing. Quotes, not including construction services, should be awarded based on best value.

· Engagements valued at less than $10,000 require at least one quote or an accepted Statement of Work (SoW) with an estimated value.

· Work awarded under this method may not subsequently add tasks that exceed the $10,000 threshold.

· Engagements with a total value estimated to exceed $10,000 requires the solicitation of at least three written quotes against the appropriate PRF77 Master Blanket Purchase Order(s) in COMMBUYS, and the receipt of at least one written quote.

· Eligible Entities must develop a written SoW and attach it to the COMMBUYS RFQ. The engagement/project will be awarded to the vendor deemed most responsive to the SoW as evaluated by the awarding authority.

· It is considered best practice to seek at least three quotes for all engagements; however, multiple quotes for engagements under $10,000 are not required to ensure price is appropriate. Quotes must be obtained for all engagements that exceed $10,000.

· Eligible Entities must develop a written SoW and attach it to the COMMBUYS RFQ. The engagement/project will be awarded to the vendor deemed most responsive to the Statement of Work as evaluated by the awarding authority.

· For a full description of how to complete a quote in COMMBUYS, visit the following websites:

· For non-executive agencies: https://www.mass.gov/lists/job-aids-for-non-executive-agencies-using-commbuys

· For executive agencies: https://www.mass.gov/lists/job-aids-for-executive-agencies-using-commbuys Prevailing Wage Requirements If prevailing wage is required, the Eligible Entity may have a legal obligation to request a prevailing wage schedule from the Department of Labor Standards (DLS) at https://www.mass.gov/orgs/department-of-labor-standards. Questions regarding the Prevailing Wage Law may be answered by accessing the DLS website or by calling the DLS Prevailing Wage Program at (617) 626-6953. For this contract, the following prevailing wage categories include:

· All Vendor employees engaged in these activities must be paid at least these rates for any work performed under a Contract resulting from this RFR when working in a public building or on a public work.

If prevailing wage is required, make sure to include this information in your quotes or bids so vendors know to include prevailing wage. The Office of the Attorney General’s Fair Labor Division is responsible for enforcing the prevailing wage laws. Visit www.mass.gov/prevailing-wage-enforcement for more information.

Workforce Participation Goals

In addition, all contracts by a state agency or state-assisted contracts for design, construction, reconstruction, installation, demolition, maintenance, or repair must contain Workforce Participation Goals for minorities and women. This is required by M.G.L. c. 149, § 44A(2)(G). A “state-assisted contract” is a construction project undertaken by a political subdivision of the commonwealth or two or more subdivisions thereof for planning, acquisition, design, construction, demolition, installation, repair, or maintenance whose costs are paid for, reimbursed, grant funded, or otherwise supported, in whole or in part, by the commonwealth. An affected awarding authority’s bid documents must include a reference to the specific goals that will be contained in the contract. The contract must also include the processes and procedures to ensure compliance with the Workforce Participation Goals, including reporting and enforcement provisions. For questions about the Workforce Participation Goals law, please contact Deborah Anderson at the Attorney General’s Office at 617-963-2371 or visit the Attorney General’s Public Construction Bidding in Massachusetts FAQ.

Environmentally Preferred Products (EPP) Please see the EPP Products and Services Guide on the mass.gov web site at: https://www.mass.gov/handbook/environmentally-preferable-products-and-services-guide for additional information.

Instructions for MMARS Users MMARS users must reference the MA number in the proper field in MMARS when placing orders with any Vendor. Please note the MMARS MA had been adjusted to PRF77A* and is no longer PRF77*. Contact the Comptroller Help and Support Desk at 617-973-2468 or via email at Comptroller.Info@state.ma.us for additional support.

Contract Exclusions and Related Statewide Contracts Projects that are primarily facility engineering services-focused should consider using Statewide Contract PRF69 Facilities Engineering Services or its successor as an appropriate contract vehicle.

Emergency Services Many statewide contracts are required to provide products or services in cases of statewide emergencies. ML - 801 CMR 21 defines emergency for procurement purposes. Visit the Emergency Response Supplies, Services and Equipment Contact Information for Statewide Contracts list for emergency services related to this contract. Also see Statewide Contract FAC110 for other emergency services.

Additional Information/FAQs Statement of Work Requirements This is a solution-based contract, the type of services and SOW will be generated on a case-by-case basis in a sub- agreement as the SOW. Contract users are required to use the posted SOW or their Eligible Entity’s equivalent version before starting any project with a Vendor.

Business References The hiring Eligible Entity may require business references, proof of certificates/certifications, as deemed appropriate. The Eligible Entity may also perform interviews or take other actions as needed.

Negotiations Hiring Entities are entitled and encouraged to negotiate down project rates, including ancillary services for work being conducted under this contract.

Performance and Payment Time Frames Which Exceed Contract Duration All term leases, rentals, maintenance, or other agreements for services entered into during the duration of this Contract and whose performance and payment time frames extend beyond the duration of this Contract shall remain in effect for performance and payment purposes (limited to the time frame and services established per each written agreement). No written agreement shall extend more than one (1) year beyond the final termination date of this Statewide Contract. No new leases, rentals, maintenance, or other agreements for services may be executed after the Contract has expired. Any Vendor entering new engagements with Eligible Entities after contract expiration will be subject to remedial measures, which may include but are not limited to mandatory point deduction for future bid submissions and suspension of other contracts with OSD.

Payments The hiring Eligible Entity may require work to be paid in increments, as agreed upon as deliverables are completed. All billing must be addressed to and with the hiring Eligible Entities providing a breakdown of costs is required.

Other Discounts

· Prompt Pay Discounts (PPD) Many Vendors provide a discount to the buyer if they are paid within a certain time period. All discounts offered will be taken in cases where the payment issue date is within the specified number of days listed by Vendor and in accordance with the Commonwealth’s Bill Paying Policy. Payment days will be measured from when an invoice is received by the Commonwealth, to the date the payment is issued as an EFT (preferred method) or mailed by the State Treasurer. The date of payment “issue” is the date a payment is considered “paid”, not the date a payment is “received” by a Vendor.

Strategic Sourcing Team Members

APPENDIX A – Environmental Services Category (ESC) Description and Vendors

This Appendix includes the following components:

· Table with brief descriptions of the 18 Environmental Service Categories (ESCs) under PRF77

· Narrative description providing more detailed information about the types of services that can be performed under each of the ESCs

· Series of tables listing which Vendors have been approved to perform work under a given ESC

· Table with the contact information for all Vendors under PRF77

To use this guide in Appendix A, follow the following three steps:

Step 1: Select a PRF77 Environmental Service Category – Brief Description

Conduct asbestos surveys, monitor abatement activities, design traditional and non-traditional work plans, and other ACM consulting activities.

Perform various kinds of environmental assessments for facilities/properties to determine regulatory compliance and reduce risks.

Assess the storage and disposal of facility hazardous materials and wastes and provide recommendations.

Assess the nature and extent of PCBs in various media and plan and monitor abatement activities.

Provide expert advice and prepare submissions as required by Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act (MEPA).

Provide consulting services related to properties that are or could be listed in the National or State Register of Historic Places.

Prepare applicable submissions to local conservation commissions and municipal, state, and/or federal authorities related to wetlands, waterways, and resource areas.

Management of source separated and mixed solid waste, including collection, processing, recycling, reuse, remanufacturing, composting, and disposal.

Full Descriptions – PRF77 Environmental Service Category Narratives A) Media Assessments

For this category, Vendors provide media assessment consulting services to Eligible Entities and may address applicable federal, state, and/or local requirements. Eligible Entities may use the media assessment category for all consulting services related to (but not necessarily limited to) facility cleanup/rehabilitation requirements, decision making, planning and (re)development to safeguard public health, safety, and welfare and to protect the environment. Vendors should be conversant and have experience with media assessments in one or more of the media assessment sub-categories below, including but not limited to air, asbestos, building/construction material, ecology/wetlands, facilities, groundwater, hazardous materials and wastes, polychlorinated biphenyls, sediment, soil, surface water, utilities, water and wastewater, as well as experience with any other related media assessments that may be required in the future for ongoing and/or emerging media assessments to address new contaminant statutory and regulatory requirements. Services under these assessment categories include but are not limited to the items below:

1. Air Quality (indoor and ambient) Assessment:

· Assess nature and extent of air quality issues

· Develop air quality monitoring work plans

· Evaluate dust, noise/sound, and other air nuisance complaints

· Conduct/perform industrial hygiene tasks/responsibilities as needed

· Determine applicable monitoring procedures including detection values

· Identify industry and/or regulatory action levels

· Prepare reports

· Develop air quality impact assessments

· Hold/participate in meetings

· Express risk communication to regulatory agencies, Eligible Entities, and/or the public

2. Asbestos Consulting and/or Sampling and Analytical Assessment:

· Assess nature and extent for interior and exterior needs

· Design traditional and non-traditional work plans for asbestos containing materials (ACM) abatements

· Monitor abatement activity/services

· Develop operation and maintenance protocols

· Evaluate abatement and disposal alternatives

· Train affected individuals

· Generate reports

· Identify disposal facilities

· Hold/participate in meetings

· Identify issues/concerns and provide guidance on the management, transport, and disposal of asbestos containing materials and/or asbestos containing wastes

· Provide appropriate documentation for sampling and analysis activities performed, including but not limited to all chain-of-custody documents (prepared in accordance with all applicable legal requirements) and all reports and/or summaries of sampling and analytical results

· Preserve and/or refurnish, along with the appropriate chain-of-custody documentation, all asbestos samples to the Eligible Entity for legal compliance and/or enforcement activities

· Provide testimony and related support services to the Eligible Entity in connection with any federal, state and/or administrative enforcement proceedings

3. Ecological/Wetland Assessment:

· Delineate wetlands in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations,

· Assess wetlands function/value

· Develop wetlands restoration/replication plans

· Manage/assess coastal geology and shoreline change

· Help with protecting the public's interest in waterways of the Commonwealth

· Assess vernal pools

· Perform dredging analysis

· Establish natural resource inventories

· Develop and file Notices of Intent

· Prepare impact statements

· Evaluate endangered species

· Perform/study wildlife management

· Work with local conservation commissions

· Oversee implementation of Orders of Conditions

· Conduct forestry management

· Plan land use

· Hold/participate in meetings

· Prepare any related reports and submissions as required

4. Environmental Assessment of Facilities and/or Properties: Services include, but are not limited to, the following:

· Perform ASTM Environmental Assessments

· Assess for environmental risks

· Identify oil and hazardous material releases and threats of release

· Document facility generation and disposal of hazardous materials and wastes

· Identify air emissions (e.g., dust, noise/sound, odors, others)

· Evaluate storm water and wastewater discharges

· Identify wetlands and ecological issues

· Determine local, municipal, state and/or federal regulatory compliance status for a facility

· Provide facility recommendations and scope-of-work for addressing environmental risks

· Hold/participate in meetings

· Attain facility compliance with local, municipal, state and/or federal environmental requirements

5. Hazardous Materials, Wastes, Tanks and Other Containers* Assessment:

· Identify facility hazardous materials and wastes and their locations

· Propose and implement appropriate storage methods for hazardous materials and wastes

· Identify storage tanks and other containers

· Hold/participate in meetings

· Provide work plans that include necessary remedial actions, appropriate storage and containment methods, and implementation costs *Hazardous materials, wastes, tanks and other containers to be evaluated include but are not limited to: above and underground storage tank systems, ACM and suspect ACM, ash and fly ash, drums materials, household wastes, lead paint, mercury containing electrical and non-electrical equipment and supplies, other containers (e.g. buckets, bulk tanks, drums, pressure vessels, and saddle tanks), Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) and suspect PCB containing materials, transformers, universal wastes, urban fill materials, virgin products and waste oils.

6. Polychlorinated Biphenyl (PCB) Assessments:

· Assess nature and extent for interior and exterior facility needs, including surrounding property location (as applicable)

· Assess the nature and extent of PCBs in soil and other media

· Develop sampling strategies

· Design work plans for abatements

· Monitor abatement activity/services

· Evaluate abatement and disposal alternatives

· Generate reports

· Identify disposal facilities

· Collaborate with local, municipal, state and/or federal entities

· Develop submittals for United States Environmental Protection Agency

· Hold/participate in meetings

· Provide recommendations for compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations

7. Soil, Groundwater, Sediment, Surface Water, Water and Wastewater Assessments:

· Assess nature and extent of affected media

· Develop sampling strategies

· Sample and analyze affected media

· Evaluate abatement and disposal alternatives

· Hold/participate in meetings

· Provide detailed reports relative to analytical results, including recommendations for future actions as appropriate

B) Design and Construction Administration Services

These Chapter 30 (or public works) projects include remediation, traffic studies and design, storm water management, site work, utilities, water, and wastewater treatment, etc. In addition, engineering support for portions of building projects including demolition, site work, evaluation of existing infrastructure, subsurface investigation, and peer reviews may be required. There is a need for firms to provide engineering services and construction administrative support. These services and support involve creating Basis of Design documents, developing plans, construction, and operational specifications, if qualified, geotechnical work in support of this contract, and oversight of the bidding and construction of the project. The plans and specifications must conform to the requirements for public procurement for construction services. Work activities may include but are not limited to the following:

1. Chapter 30, § 39M construction projects for designer-related activities:

· Develop subsurface investigation programs

· Develop field and laboratory physical and engineering properties programs

· Evaluate existing and post-construction drainage conditions

· Assess constructability of the selected design

· Develop work plans for vibration, dust, and noise monitoring

· Perform cut and fill calculations

· Develop construction cost estimates and schedules

· Provide required details illustrating critical elements of the work

· Prepare basis of design documents

· Check samples, schedules, shop drawings and other submissions of the contractor

· Obtain testing of materials

· Conduct Construction Monitoring Activities

· Perform site visits throughout the stage of construction

· Chair weekly construction meetings

· Evaluate proposed change orders

· Conduct semi-final and final inspections of the work

· Furnish Record Drawings

C) Massachusetts Contingency Plan (MCP) Oil and Hazardous Material Cleanup and Compliance Consulting Services

Vendors will provide technically appropriate, responsive, and timely M.G.L. c. 21E services to comply with the requirements of the Massachusetts Contingency Plan (MCP), 310 CMR 40.000, and ensure the cleanup of oil and hazardous material releases. These services may include (but are not limited to) consulting services undertaken in conjunction with building construction, real estate development and environmental projects, including studies, design, construction, and other services undertaken by other contractors. These services may require the involvement and oversight of Licensed Site Professional (LSP) services and opinions and if qualified, geotechnical work in support of this environmental services category. The MCP and related work activities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Oil and Hazardous Materials Release Cleanup:

· Provide environmental engineering and analysis, advice, and/or recommendations

· Generate and submit MCP-required data, information, and reports for all aspects of the cleanup of oil and hazardous materials releases, including but not limited to:

· Immediate Response Actions

· Limited Removal Actions

· Release abatement measures

· Utility Related Abatement Measures

· Tier classification; Phase I; Phase II scope of work

· Phase II, III, IV and V reports

· Permanent and Temporary Solutions

· Public Involvement

· Conduct field work

· Accomplish media assessment and cleanup of contaminated soil and groundwater and other media

· Perform risk characterization

· Conduct/continue emergency response services at facilities and sites sometimes as follow-up to cleanup, containment, and/or stability actions sometimes taken under statewide contract FAC110 for incidents involving but not limited to:

· Asbestos release containment

· Water and wastewater utility repair

· Spills of oil and hazardous materials

· Imminent hazards

· Cleanup of oil and hazardous material releases with an emphasis on stability and containment

· Assist Eligible Entities with MassDEP audit reviews, and other aspects of MassDEP regulatory oversight, including compliance issues (i.e., meeting regulatory deadlines), enforcement, and public involvement

· Provide scientific and/or technical determinations, as required

· Conduct soil, groundwater and other media sampling, monitoring, and analytical services

· Describe the nature and extent of oil and hazardous material releases

· Hold/participate in meetings

· Discuss feasible alternatives, costs, contracting specifications and plans needed for cleanup

D) Permitting and Reporting

For this category, Vendors provide consulting services for local, municipal, state and/or federal regulatory permitting requirements involving, but not limited to, air emissions programs, the Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act, the Massachusetts Historical Commission, water and wastewater programs, and wetland programs. Vendors may be requested to work directly with the regulatory authorities, and the public. Work activities for this category may include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Air Emissions:

· Provide expert advice on air quality regulations

· Adhesives, Coatings, and Sealants

· Air Toxics

· Asbestos

· Best and Reasonably Available Control Technology

· Dust, Noise, Odor, and Smoke

· Modeling, Monitoring and Sampling

· Open Burning

· Ride Share

· Prepare appropriate permits or applications

· Hold/participate in meetings

· Coordinate with regulatory personnel

2. Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act (MEPA) Review

· Preparation of all submissions required by MEPA, including, but not limited to Environmental Notification Forms and Environmental Impact Report generation, and general support to address MEPA issues focused upon, but not limited to:

· Land

· State-Listed Species under M.G.L. c. 131A

· Wetlands, Waterways and Tidelands

· Water

· Wastewater

· Transportation

· Energy

· Air

· Solid and Hazardous Waste

· Historical and Archaeological Resources

· Areas of Critical Environmental Concern

· Any other issues as required by MEPA Office as part of regulatory review

3. Massachusetts Historical Commission (MHC): Provide consulting services in connection with all aspects of properties/structures that are or could be listed in the National or State Register of Historic Places, including historic districts, in compliance with both federal and state statutes and regulations. Services include working with the MHC and the public to determine potential project effects to historic properties/structures and the creation of Memorandum of Agreements. Any projects that require funding, licenses, or permits from federal agencies must be reviewed in compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966. Similarly, any projects that require funding, licenses, or permits from any state agency must be reviewed by MHC in compliance with MGL Chapter 9. Work activities may include, but not be limited to, the following:

· Generate and submit Project Notification Forms

· Perform consultation for historical properties or archaeological sites

· Hold/participate in meetings

· Development of Memorandum of Agreement

4. Wetlands, Waterways, and Resource Areas: These services include preparation of applicable submissions to local conservation commissions, municipal, state, and/or federal authorities; presentation of submissions to required authorities; and preparation of wetland replication plans and specifications, independently of or in coordination with a study or construction designer. Work activities may include but are not limited to the following:

· Monitoring and Assessment

· Permitting and Forms with on-line filing

· Notices of Intent

· Abbreviated Notices of Resource Area Delineation

· Requests for Certificate of Compliance

· Herbicide Application and Renovation of Abandoned Cranberry Bogs

· Water Quality Certifications

· Areas of Critical Environmental Concern

· Managing Standards and/or Strategies for Stormwater

· Chapter 91 Licenses or Permits.

5. Water and Wastewater: Provide consulting services in connection with all aspects of the permitting process for wastewater discharge to surface water, groundwater, or sanitary sewers. These services include preparation of permits and discharge plans in compliance with all applicable local, municipal, state, and/or federal regulations. This category includes, but is not limited to, the following types of permits: National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)/Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit, Construction General Permit (CGP), Remediation General Permit (RGP), Dewatering General Permit (DGP), and Chapter 91 licenses or permits. Services under this category include, but are not necessarily limited to, consulting/permitting services related to the following regulatory requirements:

· Land Application of Sludge and Septage

· Industrial Wastewater

· Sewer Use Discharge Permits, such as but not limited to, MWRA and other POTWs

· Permit Procedures

· Surface Water Discharges Permit Program

· Ground Water Discharge Permit Program

· Massachusetts Surface Water Quality Standards

· Sewer System Extensions and Connection

· Supplemental Requirements for Hazardous Waste Management Facilities

· Operation, Maintenance and Pretreatment Standards for Wastewater Treatment Works for Indirect Discharges

· Reclaimed Water Permit Program and Standards

· EPA National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)

E) Compliance Services

These services include periodic soil, groundwater, or surface water sample collection and analyses; landfill gas sampling and analyses; periodic inspection and maintenance of disposal areas for erosion and cover integrity; and preparation and submission of required regulatory documents describing the aforementioned activities. Work activities may include but are not limited to the following:

· Sampling and analysis of groundwater, soil, and/or surface water

· Sampling and analyses of landfill gas(es)

· Wastewater sampling required in connection with a permit and/or a regulatory program

· Inspection and maintenance of disposal areas for erosion and cover integrity

· Hold/participate in meetings

· Preparation and submission of required regulatory documents describing the aforementioned activities

F) Environmental Strategy Services

These services include environmental consulting services in connection with assessing environmental issues for any type of environmental project as required by the Eligible Entity, including but not limited to projects relating to the acquisition, transfer and development of land, rehabilitation of existing buildings, and the design and construction of new facilities. These services include, but are not limited to, identification of applicable permits; assessment of potential environmental concerns and possible solutions; development of master plans to identify key activities and possible ramifications of associated activities; and development of permitting and regulatory agency review schedules. Work activities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

· Identification of applicable permits

· Assessment of potential environmental concerns and possible solutions that include but are not limited to:

· Areas of Critical Environmental Concern

· Air quality (ambient and indoor air)

· Ammonia (anhydrous and aqueous)/refrigeration equipment/units

· Anti-freeze/cooling systems

· Asbestos

· Ash waste, wood waste, and/or polycyclic nuclear aromatic hydrocarbons

· Batteries

· Biological wastes

· Boiler(s)

· Building and/or other construction materials/wastes

· Chlorinated solvents

· Carbon emissions

· Chlorine

· Commercial and Industrial wastes

· Compressed air/gas cylinders

· Cathode ray tubes and other electronics

· Cryogenic materials

· Cyanobacteria

· Dry well

· Dumpsters

· Dust, noise/sound, odors, smoke, and other nuisances

· Emissions (e.g., carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides, ozone, particulates, sulfur oxides, semi-volatile organic compounds, volatile organic compounds, etc.)

· Energy

· Expansion/condensate tank(s)

· Fire extinguishers

· Floor drains

· Fluorescent lighting

· Freon/chlorofluorocarbons

· Formaldehyde

· Grease traps

· Hazardous wastes

· Herbicides, insecticides, and/or pesticides

· Household hazardous wastes

· Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning units

· Hydraulic system(s)

· Impermeable surfaces

· Laboratory and/or medical wastes

· Lead based paints

· Lubricating oil and/or other petroleum

· MCP Sites and Chapter 21E

· Medical waste (e.g., needles, etc.)

· Metals (e.g., hexavalent chromium, mercury, etc.)

· Mold, mildew, and other biological materials

· Natural gas/propane

· National Heritage and Endangered Species Program

· NPDES

· Oil-water separator(s)

· PCBs

· Private and/or public drinking water

· Radon and/or other radiological elements/materials

· Recyclable materials

· Smoke detectors/Fire exit signage

· Solar panels and other wastes

· Solid Waste

· Stack(s) and/or chimney(s)

· Standpipe(s)

· Tanks and containers

· Toxic Substances Control Act wastes

· Title V/septic systems

· Transformers

· Universal wastes

· Urban fill materials

· Utilities (e.g., electrical equipment, telecommunication, stormwater drainage, wastewater sewer, water, etc.)

· Wastewater

· Water damage

· Water quality

· Wetland and waterways

· White goods

· Development of a master plan to identify…