PWS.pdf

Solicitation Number

Performance Work Statement (PWS)

For

DEMILITARIZATION

AND DISPOSAL OF

CONVENTIONAL

AMMUNITION

REPUBLIC OF

SINGAPORE AIR FORCE

Mountain Home AFB, ID

15 July 2024

1. GENERAL INFORMATION.

1.1. Description of Work. The contractor shall provide all personnel, labor, supervision, management, supplies, tools, equipment, parts, materials, transportation, hazard waste manifests, dangerous goods shipper’s declaration, and all other items and services necessary to demilitarize, dispose or reclaim conventional munitions from Mountain Home AFB, Idaho. All work shall be accomplished in accordance with this Performance Work Statement (PWS), all applicable federal, state, local laws, regulations, manufacturer’s specifications, and commercial practices.

1.2. Contractor will: Palletize, mark/label, pick up, transport and demilitarize/dispose of conventional munitions by a recognized industry standard method complying with all State and Federal laws for a variety of conventional munitions. An approved industry standard method includes, where appropriate, flashing in the thermal treatment unit for pyrotechnics, detonation, etc. Title (i.e. ownership) of components is transferred to the contractor for disposal when fully demilitarized. Munitions identified in the attachments are U.S. DoD stock listed munitions purchased for use by Singapore Air Force.

1.3. Publications. The contractor shall perform all work associated with this requirement detailed within this SOW, in accordance with the applicable publications below. The latest editions of the following publications and standards shall apply:

1.3.1. DoD 4160.21, Volume 2, Defense Materiel Disposition - Property Disposal and Reclamation

1.3.2. DoD Manual 4160.28, Volume 2 Defense Demilitarization: Demilitarization Procedures

1.3.3. DoD Manual 5100.76 Physical Security of Sensitive Conventional Arms, Ammunition, and Explosives AA and E

1.3.4. DoD Manual 4145.26 DoD Contractor’s Safety Manual for Ammunition and Explosives

1.3.5. MIL STD 129R Military Markings for Shipment and Storage

1.3.6. DLMS Volume 2 Supply Standards and Procedures, Chapter 6, Physical Inventory Control

1.3.7. 22 CFR Part 121, The United States Munitions List

1.3.8. 29 CFR Part 1910 U.S. Department of Labor Code of Federal Regulations

1.3.9. 40 CFR U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Code of Federal Regulations

1.3.10. 49 CFR U.S. Department of Transportation Code of Federal Regulations 49 CFR.

Applicable state’s Code of Environmental Regulations for each treatment facility’s location.

1.4. Access to Munitions Storage Area (MSA). Request access at least 7 days in advance by contacting 366th Munitions Maintenance Squadron (MUNS) Munitions Control for palletization, marking/labeling and pick up of munitions.

1.4.1. Access Hours for MSA. Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm (local) time (MST).

No support or access will be granted on weekends or holidays during the performance of this contract.

1.4.2. Holidays. Federal holidays are defined as follows:

New Year’s Day Juneteenth Veteran’s Day Martin Luther King’s Birthday Independence Day (July 4th) Thanksgiving Day President’s Day Labor Day Christmas Day Memorial Day Columbus Day

NOTE: Holidays occurring on Saturday will be observed the preceding Friday. Those occurring on Sunday will be observed the following Monday

2. REQUIREMENTS

2.1. DEFINITIONS/INTERPRETATIONS:

- Decontamination (Explosive) - The partial or complete removal, neutralization, or destruction of explosives/explosive residue by flashing, steaming, neutralization, or other approved desensitizing methods.

- Decontamination (General) - The process of making an item safe for use or handling by unprotected personnel and harmless to all properties and surroundings by destroying, neutralizing, making harmless, or removing energetic/explosives or chemical material or radioactive material clinging to or around it.

- Demilitarization (Demil) - The act of (1) disassembling conventional military munitions for the purpose of recycling, reclamation, or reuse of subcomponents; or (2) rendering conventional military munitions innocuous or ineffectual for military use (i.e., removing the military offensive or defensive characteristics), which may include disposal of unusable components of the munitions. The term encompasses various approved methods such as mutilation, alteration, or destruction to prevent further use for its originally intended military purpose. (Ref: DoD Manual 4160.28, Volume 1: Defense Demilitarization:

Program Administration; https://www.esd.whs.mil/Directives/issuances/dodm/).

- Disposal - Process involving the discharge, deposit, injection, dumping, spilling, leaking, or placing of any solid waste or hazardous waste into or on any land or water so that such solid waste or hazardous waste or any constituent thereof may enter the environment (e.g., burial) or be emitted into the air or discharged into any waters, including ground waters. (Ref: 40 CFR 260.10: Definitions; https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-40/chapter-I/subchapter-I/part- 260/subpart-B/section-260.10).

- Military Munitions - All ammunitions products and components produced or used by or for the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) or the U.S. Armed Services for national defense and security, including military munitions under the control of the DoD, the U.S. Coast Guard, the U.S. Department of Energy, and National Guard personnel (as stated above, these munitions were purchased from the USAF). The term includes confined gaseous, liquid and solid propellant, explosives, Cartridge Actuated Devices (CAD), Propellant Actuated Devices (PAD) https://www.esd.whs.mil/Directives/issuances/dodm/ https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-40/chapter-I/subchapter-I/part-260/subpart-B/section-260.10 smokes, and incendiaries used by DoD components, including bulk explosives, 20MM rounds, bombs, warheads, mortar rounds, artillery ammunitions, cluster munitions and dispensers, and devices and components thereof. The term does not include: wholly inert items, improvised explosives devices, and nuclear weapons, devices, and components thereof. (Ref: 40 CFR 260.10: Definitions; https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-40/chapter-I/subchapter-I/part- 260/subpart-B/section-260.10).

- Waste Military Munitions (WMM) - A military munitions is a "waste" military munitions if it has been identified as (1) a solid waste as described in regulation [i.e., either listed as hazardous or (2) fulfilling the criteria for one or more of the hazardous characteristics which are ignitability, corrosiveness, reactivity, or toxicity (D001, D002, D003)]. (Ref: 40 CFR 266.202, Definition of solid waste, Subpart C or D; https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-40/chapter-I/subchapter-I/part- 266).

2.2. DEMILITARIZATION REQUIREMENTS:

The contractor shall demilitarize conventional munitions listed in 22 CFR Part 121, Category I and IV. All munitions and components shall be demilitarized, and disposition shall occur in accordance with the contractors approved demilitarization plan (approved by Government after award) prior to pick-up. (Ref: 22 CFR Part 121, The United States Munitions List;

https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-121)

2.3. MUNITIONS TRANSPORTATION/RECEIPT/STORAGE/INVENTORY:

2.3.1. The contractor shall establish a program for the transportation, receipt, storage, handling and demilitarization of conventional munitions. All documents and shipment shall be coordinated with 366th CES/CEIE, the Installation Hazardous Waste Program Manager, the only delegated signature authority for shipments of hazardous waste off Mountain Home AFB prior to the removal of the wastes from Mountain Home AFB. Mountain Home AFB will provide an indoor location within the MSA for pallet builds, pallets, banding, a pallet jack. Forklift and operator will be available, coordinate forklift and operator times with 366th MUNS Munitions Control.

2.3.2 The contractor shall establish/execute a process for transportation of disposal munitions from Mountain Home AFB, Idaho to the disposal site/s and take all actions to facilitate that transportation. Note: Any transporter of dangerous goods or hazardous waste must be trained and licensed IAW all applicable Department of Transportation (DoT) requirements as cited in the 49 CFR and 40 CFR Part 262, if applicable. 366th MUNS will pre-position the munitions in a specified area for accounting and transfer for transportation. The contractor will be responsible for filling out applicable Dangerous Goods Shipper’s Declaration (Hazardous Declarations) and Waste Profile Determinations/Manifest forms and obtain any necessary permits or licenses needed to transport the munitions. (Ref: 49 CFR, Transportation;

https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-49; 40 CFR Part 262, Standards Applicable to Generators of Hazardous Waste; https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-40/chapter-I/subchapter-I/part-262) https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-40/chapter-I/subchapter-I/part-266 https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-40/chapter-I/subchapter-I/part-266 https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-121 https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-49 https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-40/chapter-I/subchapter-I/part-262

2.3.3 The contractor shall identify and document manufacturer lot numbers/serial numbers throughout the receipt, storage, inventory, and demilitarization process. Assets without a serial number will be documented by lot number only. A reasonable effort shall be made to determine the manufacturing lot numbers/serial numbers for munitions that arrive at the contractor’s place of performance site without manufacturing lot number/serial number identification. If the manufacturing lot number/serial number cannot be determined through a review of the documentation and a physical inspection of the munitions and the packaging, the contractor shall assign an administrative lot number/serial number prior to storage and maintained throughout the demilitarization process. The contractor shall consolidate each lot and store it separately within a storage site to the extent practical. In the event of many small lot quantities, for storage purposes, the contractor may form aggregate lots (with exception of propellant that will remain segregated), provided all the lots are of the same Department of Defense Identification Code (DoDIC).

2.3.4 Receiving – Contractor will a physical inventory IAW DLM 4000.25, Volume 2, Chapter 6 upon arrival at their disposal site by documenting all munitions lot/serial numbers.

Physical inventory is to verify that all conventional munitions were shipped and have been received. The contractor shall report inventory discrepancies to the USAF Maintaining Owner (MO) office in contractor format within 72 hours with a follow up report in writing. The report shall fully address the discrepancy. (Ref: DLM 4000.25 ,Volume 2, Chapter 6, Physical Inventory Control; https://www.dla.mil/Defense-Data-Standards/Publications/).

3. SAFETY:

3.1 The contractor shall comply with the requirements of DoD Instruction 4145.26 as applicable to the contractor planned process and/or operations. (Ref: DoD Instruction 4145.26, DoD Contractor Safety Manual for Ammunition and Explosives;

https://www.esd.whs.mil/Directives/issuances/dodi)

3.2 Training - The contractors shall train/certify employees for this effort, in compliance with DOD Instruction 4145.26 and applicable laws and regulations. The contractor shall be certified and licensed to transport hazardous waste if applicable. Personnel responsible for the handling, management and/or disposal of any hazardous wastes will be trained IAW requirements cited in 40 CFR 265.16. (Ref: 40 CFR 265.16, Personnel Training; https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title- 40/chapter-I/subchapter-I/part-265/subpart-B/section-265.16).

4. DECONTAMINATION:

4.1 Non-DoD entities that possess, manage or process Material Potentially Presenting an Explosive Hazard (MPPEH) (e.g., scrap metal, components, other material) generated from the demilitarization of military munitions will comply with the provisions of DoD Instruction

4140.62 Section 3, Defense Explosives Safety Regulation (DESR) 6055.09, as well as other applicable laws and regulations, when managing, processing and determining the explosives safety status of such material. (Ref: DoD Instruction 4140.62 Section 3; MPEHH;

https://www.esd.whs.mil/Directives/issuances/dodi/; DESR 6055.09;

https://www.denix.osd.mil/ddes/).

https://www.dla.mil/Defense-Data-Standards/Publications/ https://www.esd.whs.mil/Directives/issuances/dodi https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-40/chapter-I/subchapter-I/part-265/subpart-B/section-265.16 https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-40/chapter-I/subchapter-I/part-265/subpart-B/section-265.16 https://www.esd.whs.mil/Directives/issuances/dodi/ https://www.denix.osd.mil/ddes/

4.2 The contractor's military munitions demilitarization and disposal plan, paragraph 2.2 of this SOW, shall address procedures the contractor will use for managing and processing MPPEH, for eliminating any explosive hazard associated with Material Documented as an Explosive Hazard (MDEH), and for the release of Material Documented As Safe (MDAS).

At a minimum, this plan will address procedures for storing, segregating, securing, inspecting, treating, and disposing of MPPEH, MDEH, MDAS and other Hazardous Waste.

4.2.1 Only MDAS will be released to the general public.

4.2.2 MDEH may only be released to a qualified receiver.

5. SECURITY:

5.1 The contractor shall comply with the security requirements of DOD Manual 5100.76 for storage, safeguarding, handling, and control of sensitive items. All items designated as sensitive and assigned a risk category IAW DOD Manual 5100.76 retain such status until such time as demilitarization has been accomplished. This also applies to recovered components if they have an assigned risk category. [Ref: DOD Manual 5100.76, Physical Security of Sensitive Conventional Arms, Ammunition, and Explosives (AA&E);

https://www.esd.whs.mil/Directives/issuances/dodm/]

5.2 The contractor shall have only one security plan for the facility as required by DOD Manual

5100.76. This plan shall address security of the entire facility. Security requirements for Physical Security of Sensitive conventional AA&E procedures, and processes shall be addressed in the facility security plan. In the event storage is at a facility separate from where demilitarization occurs, the contractor shall develop a facility security plan for the storage site as well the processing site. The contractor shall be responsible for communication between sites and keeping aware of security requirements. The contractor shall address transportation issues dealing with AA&E between sites in security site plan. Hazardous Waste will be transported under RCRA, outlined in Title 40 of the Code of Federal Regulations.

5.3 General. Contractor personnel employed under this contract shall meet the requirements of all security requirements addressed in this PWS. The 366th FW Information Protection (IP) office will provide oversight as the Servicing Security Activity (SSA). Sponsoring Air Force organization will ensure Integrated Visitor Groups complete all necessary security training, i.e.

Information, Physical Security and Anti-Terrorism. The contractor shall ensure requirements for obtaining Contractor personnel security clearances/background checks, protecting Government property, safeguarding protected information/materials, and shielding Government AISs and non-automated information systems are met. The Contractor shall also perform in accordance with the Compliance with National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM).

NOTE: Not all security requirements will apply to every contract. Please reference contract agreement to determine appropriate requirements.

https://www.esd.whs.mil/Directives/issuances/dodm/

5.4 Notification of Government Security Activity. Upon performance on the military installation, the contractor will notify the SSA and/or host unit security assistant (USA) 30 days prior to contractor operations. In the event the contract starts within 30 days, the contractor will need to notify the SSA within 72 hours of contract start. The contractor shall furnish the SSA/host USA at the performance location all required information (identifying information for personnel working the contract, contract information, etc.).

5.5 Security Agreement. If deemed as a long-term contract the contractor and sub-contractors shall enter into a security agreement with host base SSA, by reviewing and signing the local security procedures documentation. This agreement shall outline how the contractor integrates security requirements for contract operations with the AF to ensure effective and economical operation on the installation.

5.6 Listing of Employees. The contractor shall maintain a listing of all employees performing work under this contract. The list shall be validated and signed by the Contracting Officer Representative (COR), and provided to the Contracting Officer (CO), SSA and host unit supervision. The contractor shall update the list when employees move positions, are replaced, or upon request. The Contract Manager (CM) will also provide visit notification identifying all integrated personnel regardless of clearance level. The list shall include the employees’ Names, Location of Performance, and Security Clearance.

5.7 Contractor Removal. The CO may direct the removal of a contractor employee from this contract for reasons of security or misconduct. All contractor personnel are subject to Security Forces jurisdiction and the authority of the installation commander while on USAF installations.

5.8 Contractor Integration. Contractor personnel will be integrated into individual host unit organizations as applicable to their respective functional position. The contractor will adhere to all wing and squadron level security policies and directives. Respective unit security assistants shall provide security administration, to include training and badging.

5.9 Security Support Provided by AF. Security support is provided by the AF to the contractor, including use of base destruction facilities, reproduction facilities, security badges, base visitor control, investigation of security incidents, base traffic regulations, the use of security forms and conducting inspections.

5.10 Off-Installation Security. In the event temporary work is required at locations other than Mountain Home Air Force Base (MHAFB), the contractor will ensure applicable security measures and processes are established with the governing SSA or government agency.

Performance intended to exceed 90 days will require revision of the contract.

5.11 Pass and Identification Items. The Contractor shall ensure the pass and identification items required for contract performance are obtained for employees. Base identification badges will be furnished by the SSA and/or host USA for each contractor employee upon presentation of evidence of assignment. Other required badges will be furnished by the Government as necessary to complete task requirements.

5.12 Base Access. The Contractor shall provide a completed 366 SFS Form 30 for each employee requiring installation access to the Contracting Representative within five (5) business days following contract award. After approval, the Contracting Representative shall notify the Contractor, who will notify their employees that they can obtain their installation access ID at the MHAFB Visitor’s Center.

The Contractor shall comply with DoD 5400.7-R, Chapter 4, DoD Freedom of Information Action (FOIA) Program, requirements. This regulation sets policy and procedures for the disclosure of records to the public and for marking, handling, transmitting and safeguarding For Official Use Only (FOUO) material.

Contractor personnel shall report to an appropriate authority any information or circumstances which they are aware of and may pose a threat to the security of DoD personnel, Contractor personnel, resources, and classified or unclassified defense information. Contractor employees shall be briefed by their immediate supervisor upon initial on-base assignment.

The Contractor shall be responsible for safeguarding all Government property. At the end of each work period, all Government facilities, equipment, and materials shall be secured.

5.13 Retrieving Identification Items. The Contractor shall retrieve all identification items from employees who depart for any reason before the contract expires, e.g. terminated for cause, retirement, etc.

5.14 Security Clearance/Background Check. When applicable all personnel performing on this PWS will have a security clearance/background check equivalent to the requirements listed in the contract. Personnel will complete the appropriate documentation (SF-85, Questionnaire for Non-Sensitive Positions or SF-86, Questionnaire for National Security Positions) through National Background Investigation Services (NBIS) website. Documentation of a completed/adjudicated application is required prior to issuance of a Common Access Card

(CAC).

5.15 Controlled/Restricted Areas. The Contractor shall implement local base procedures for entry to Air Force controlled/restricted areas where contractor personnel will work. When applicable an AF Form 2586, Unescorted Entry Authorization Certificate, must be completed and signed by the sponsoring agencies Security Manager before a Restricted Area Badge will be issued.

5.16 Controlled Unclassified Information. The contractor shall comply with DoDI 5200.48_DAFI16-1403, Controlled Unclassified Information, for identification, protection, and training requirements of CUI. The contractor shall be responsible for training their personnel and accomplishment of the out-processing procedures identified in DoDI 5200.48_DAFI16- 1403. The contractor shall comply with DoDM 5400.07_AFMAN33-302, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Program, requirements. Unclassified DoD information not approved for public release on non-DoD Information Systems will be protected IAW DoDI 8582.01, Security of Non-DoD Information Systems Processing Unclassified Nonpublic DoD Information.

5.17 Foreign Disclosure. Due to the nature of the MHAFB mission, foreign integration and sensitivity of information and materials, the contractor will ensure all personnel are aware of and comply with foreign disclosure procedures. Release of CUI and Classified Military Information must be approved by the 366 FW Foreign Disclosure Officer (FDO).

5.18 Operations Security (OPSEC). The contractor shall comply with 366 FW OPSEC requirements and countermeasures to protect critical information as defined in AFI 10-701, Operations Security. Contractors shall receive unit specific OPSEC briefing prior to the start of work. Briefing documentation must be completed by the respective unit OPSEC coordinator.

The unit OPSEC personnel will provide guidance on protecting critical information, training materials and other instructions as needed. The contractor will comply with the 366 FW OPSEC Policy that imposes a 100% shred requirement of all government related paper products using NSA approved devices only.

5.19 Antiterrorism (AT). IAW DFARS 252.204-7004, Antiterrorism Awareness Training for Contractors, and DoDI O-2000.16 Volume 1, DoD Antiterrorism Program Implementation:

DoD Antiterrorism Standards, contractor personnel who require routine physical access to MHAFB shall complete Level I AT Awareness Training within 30 days of requiring access and annually thereafter. Routine physical access is defined as any contractor issued a Common Access Card (CAC), any contractor having installation access for a year or more, any contractor requiring a security clearance, or any contractor requiring access to specific secure areas (e.g., SAPF, SCIF, etc.).

Level I AT training shall be complete through a DoD-sponsored/certified computer or web-based distance learning instruction, or under the instruction of a Level I AT Instructor.

Contractor personnel can complete DoD Level I AT Training at https://jko.jten.mil/. If the Contractor has personnel who can’t access the DoD Level I AT Training site, they notify the COR to arrange access to the training site or to coordinate other Level I AT Training.

Certificates of Completion of initial and annual training will be maintained by the prime contractor and Unit Antiterrorism Representative (UATR) and will be readily available for review as needed.

All personnel, to include contractors, on MHAFB will comply with directed/implemented Force Protection Condition (FPCON) and/or AT measures, unless specifically exempted by the 366 FW Commander (CC). Contractor personnel will submit requests for exceptions to FP/AT Measures through the COR, who will submit the request to 366 FW Antiterrorism Officer (ATO) for submittal to 366 FW/CC.

During periods of increased threat or raised FPCONs, contractor access to the installation, or specific parts of the installation, may be limited or denied. The COR will, when possible, notify contractor personnel before the limitations/restrictions are implemented. Contractor personnel will coordinate with the COR regarding possible affects limited/restricted access will have on contract completion. Contractor personnel will coordinate with the COR on assignment of Mission Critical Contractor status as needed.

During periods of increased threat or raised FPCONs, personnel, to include contractors, may be required to be escorted while on MHAFB. When being escorted, personnel will always remain with their escort. If personnel become separated from their escort, they will remain where they are and notify the 366 Security Forces Squadron (SFS) at 208-828- 2256/2257/2258.

The Contractor shall include the DFARS 252.204-7004, Antiterrorism Awareness Training for Contractors, clause as well as all other above identified AT items, in all subcontracts, including subcontracts for commercial items, when subcontractor performance requires routine physical access to MHAFB.

5.20 Reporting Requirements. Contractor personnel shall report to an appropriate authority any information or circumstances of which they are aware may pose a threat to the security of DoD personnel, contractor personnel, resources, and classified or unclassified defense information. Contractor employees shall be briefed by their immediate supervisor upon initial on-base assignment.

5.21 Physical Security. The Contractor shall be responsible for safeguarding all government property and controlled forms provided for contractor use. At the end of each work period, all government facilities, equipment, and materials shall be secured.

5.22 Key Control/Access Badge Control. The Contractor shall establish and implement methods of making sure all keys/badges issued to the contractor by the Government are not lost or misplaced and are not used by unauthorized persons. The Contractor shall not duplicate any keys issued by the Government.

5.23 Traffic Laws. The Contractor and its employees shall comply with base traffic regulations.

5.24 Weapons, Firearms, and Ammunition. Contractor employees are prohibited from possessing weapons, firearms, or ammunition, on themselves or within their contractor-owned vehicle or privately-owned vehicle while on DOD Installations.

5.25 Domestic Violence/Lautenberg Amendment. Contractor personnel who have duties in, have access to, or are otherwise involved in the storage, issue, disposition of, or transporting firearms or ammunition shall complete DD Form 2760, Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition, annually. The DD Forms 2760 shall be maintained by the CM and be made available to the KO and COR office upon request. Any person who has been convicted of a crime of domestic violence is not eligible to perform these duties. All personnel have an affirmative, continuing obligation to inform their supervisors if they have, or later obtain, a qualifying conviction. Candidates selected to fill these positions certify they have not been convicted of a crime of domestic violence, or who is subject to a protective order for domestic violence prior to assuming the duties of the position. These activities are covered by 18 U.S.C. § 922.

6. CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION. During performance under contract, the contractor shall participate in administrative tasks inherent to the administration, surveillance, and oversight of contract performance.

6.1. Contract Employees. All contract personnel must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently. Contract personnel shall present a neat appearance and be easily identified as a contract employee. The contractor shall obtain base identification and vehicle passes for all employees who make frequent visits to or perform work on Mountain Home AFB in accordance with the current installation access/entry requirements. Contractor personnel are required to wear or prominently display installation identification while visiting or performing work on the installation. The contractor shall not employ persons for work on this contract identified to the contractor by the CO as a potential threat to the health, safety, security, general well-being, or operational mission of the installation and its population. Each employee will be easily identified by wearing distinctive clothing bearing the name of the company or by wearing appropriate badges that contain the company name and employee name(s). The contractor shall not employ any person who is an employee of the Government, if employing that person would create a conflict of interest. The contractor is cautioned that off-duty active military personnel hired under this contract may be subject to permanent change of station, change in duty hours, or deployment. Military Reservists and National Guard members may be subject to recall to active duty. The abrupt absence of these personnel could adversely affect the service provider’s ability to perform; however, their absence at any time shall not constitute an excuse for non-performance under this contract.

6.2. Interferences. The contractor shall not unduly interfere with regular scheduled government operational activities in the performance of contract requirements. In the event a government supervisor so requests, the contractor shall temporarily cease work in the area and report the issue, to include the name of the government personnel involved to Contracting Officer immediately. The contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer verbally of disputes with customers or other base contractors and follow-up in writing.

6.3. Records Management. The contractor shall create, handle, and maintain records for the Air Force, regardless of medium, in accordance with the requirements established in AFRIMS Records Disposition Schedule (RDS), AFI 33-322, Records Manage Program, AFI 33-364, Records Disposition Procedures and Responsibilities, and AFM 33-363, Management of Records. Full text versions of these publications are available for free download at http://www.e-publishing.af.mil. Inquiries as to the specific actions necessary to meet the requirements established in the above referenced publication may be directed to the Mountain Home Records Management Office at 366 CS/SCOKR, Bldg. 512, Mountain Home AFB, ID, 83648.

7. ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROLS.

7.1 Hazardous Material Inventory and Safety Data Sheets: SDS are required as specified in the latest version of Federal Standard No. 313 for all potentially hazardous materials. SDSs must be submitted by the Contractor upon contract award to the Hazardous Materials Program Manager (366 CES/CEIE) at 208-828-1684/6351 for a determination of whether or not a product is a hazardous material (HAZMAT) and what additional requirements may be applicable/necessary. Approval is required before bringing any HAZMAT onto the installation. The government (HAZMART personnel) will inventory all chemicals that the Contractor brings on to Mountain Home AFB or any property under the control of Mountain Home AFB. Any products that meet the criteria of “Hazardous Waste” must be bar coded and tracked until permanently removed from government property. The inventory will be performed prior to commencement of work. Criteria for identifying hazardous waste, is contained in Subpart C of 40 CFR, Part 261.

7.2 Material Storage and Use. The contractor shall follow manufacturer's guidelines and professional recommendations for control of humidity, temperature, cleanliness, and materials handling. This includes HAZMAT.

7.3 Notification of Environmental Spills. If a spill occurs, the person discovering the spill will make every effort to stop the product flow, warn personnel, shut off ignition sources, contain the spill, make notifications, and begin cleanup. If the spill is considered an emergency and there is a potential life, health, fire, or other safety hazard, the MHAFB Fire Department will be notified IMMEDIATELY by calling 911. Responsible units/activities will clean up small spills safely and within their capabilities to do so. Generally, a spill of only a few gallons will be recovered by the responsible unit/activity using absorbent materials or a spill kit located by the site. Recovered product and contaminated materials will be packaged and staged for disposal in accordance with the installations hazardous waste procedures; contact the Environmental Office (208-828-6351) for guidance. All spills, regardless of size, must be immediately reported to the Environmental Office (208-828-6351) by the responsible party. The liability for the spill or release of such substances rests solely with the contractor and its agent.

7.4 Waste. Identify, label, handle, store, and dispose of hazardous waste or debris in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations. Ensure all waste has undergone the appropriate hazardous waste determination and documentation is retained for these determinations. Do NOT remove any soil from base until authorized by Environmental at 828- 6351. If hazardous wastes are generated, the contractor will be required to setup and maintain a hazardous waste accumulation point. All hazardous waste generated must be disposed of at a RCRA permitted treatment storage or disposal facility. Do not dispose of hazardous waste on Government property. Do not discharge any waste to a sanitary sewer, storm drain, or to surface waters or conduct waste treatment or disposal on Government property without written approval of the Contracting Officer and Environmental. Consult with the Hazardous Waste Program Manager (366 CES/CEIE) at 208-828-1684/6351 prior to disposal of any waste.

7.5 ASBESTOS. The Contractor shall comply with Section 29 CFR 1910.1001(j) (7) (iv).

Asbestos may be located in facilities which contain Asbestos Containing Material (ACM) or Potential ACM. The Contractor (not the Government) shall determine if any exposure to ACM may result in performing work under the contract.

7.6 Historic Preservation. MHAFB houses numerous historic properties (buildings, structures, objects, archaeological sites) managed in compliance with the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), and its implementing regulations at 36 CFR 800. In order to avoid inadvertent adverse effects to historic properties, coordination with 366 CES/CEIE Cultural Resources Manager (828-8003/6351) is required prior to implementation.