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ARCHAEOLOGICAL MONITORING

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

AUGUST 2025

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT FOR ARCHAEOLOGICAL MONITORING

OF PHASE 1, PHASE 2, AND PHASE 3 OF THE

ADAPTIVE REHABILITATION OF NORTH FIELD HISTORIC DISTRICT (NFHD)

RUNWAYS, TINIAN, COMMONWEALTH OF THE NORTHERN MARIANS ISLANDS

1.0 GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

1.1.1. This performance work statement (PWS) solicits services for archaeological monitoring in support of the adaptive rehabilitation of the North Field Historic District (NFHD) airfield pavement surfaces at North Field, Tinian, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. The total duration of ground disturbance activities requiring archaeological monitoring associated with this contract is expected to occur over a period of one (1) year with plus options for additional years. The required archaeological monitoring will initially occur at a full time, though not on a consecutive, basis. Archaeological monitoring for this project will be performed in accordance with the Antiquities Act of 1906, the Archaeological Resources Protection Act (ARPA) of 1979, ARPA implementing regulation (32 CFR Part 229), National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) of 1966 (as amended), NHPA implementing regulations (36 CFR 800), Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) 4715.16, as well as the methods and procedures outlined in the finalized archaeological monitoring and discovery plan (AMDP) for this project. Accordingly, this Performance Statement of Work (PWS) is considered the equivalent of a federal permit as described in these statues and regulations. Pacific Air Forces, A4C Regional Planning Team (RPTM)), will administer and provide oversight for this contract. All work must be performed following applicable and appropriate Department of Defense (DOD) guidance and policy for the Department of the Navy Cultural Resources Program and consider all site documentation and reports to date.

1.1.2. Under this PWS, the Contractor shall perform archaeological monitoring in support of vegetation clearing, airfield repairs, selective road repairs, and well rehabilitation associated with the adaptive rehabilitation and preservation of the Tinian NFHD (Figure 1). Baseline photographs and locational data shall be collected prior to ground disturbing activities. Ground disturbing activities requiring archaeological monitoring include clearing and repair of roadways, taxiways, ramps, aprons, and runways within the NFHD. Weekly monitoring summaries with Geographic Information System (GIS) data shall be submitted. Upon completion of the archaeological monitoring work, the Contractor shall prepare an End of Fieldwork Letter report summarizing the results of archaeological monitoring and all associated efforts. The Contractor shall prepare draft and final versions of an AMDP as well as an archaeological monitoring and discovery report (AMDR) that summarizes the monitoring project and any findings.

1.1.3. For the contract period of performance plus option years if exercised, the Contractor shall reside on the island of Tinian, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI). This residency requirement is due to the nature of the work, which necessitates proximity to the project site and frequent interaction with local stakeholders. The Contractor is responsible for securing suitable housing and transportation on Tinian. The Contractor shall provide documentation of their Tinian residency, such as a lease agreement, hotel receipt or utility bill, to the Contracting Officer within 30 days of contract commencement. The Contracting Officer reserves the right to conduct periodic checks to verify compliance with this residency requirement. Temporary absences from Tinian for personal reasons or work-related travel are permitted, subject to prior approval from the Contracting Officer.

1.1.4. The Contractor shall obtain final approval of the work required by the Joint Region Marianas (JRM) Cultural Resource Manager (CRM). The Contractor shall coordinate with the JRM CRM, RPTM , Operational Contract Support (OCS) Planner, and Tinian Officer in Charge (OIC) staff, to successfully carry out the work elements of this AMDP.

1.2. BACKGROUND

1.2.1. The proposed undertaking is to adaptively rehabilitate the runways within the Tinian NFHD to its 1945 configuration while concomitantly rendering the airfield suitable for use with state-of-the-art aircrafts. This project involves the mechanical removal of vegetation from selected roads and airfield surfaces within the NFHD, followed by repair and maintenance. All clearing and repair work occurs within the approved Area of Potential Effect (APE). These paved surfaces are contributing elements of the Tinian NFHD National Historic Landmark (NHL), and, as a result, this undertaking is subject to 36 CFR 800.10(a). Environmental approvals for the project are broken into three phases.

1.2.2. Phase 1 of this project includes removal of the encroaching vegetation from the north apron, transportation of green waste to stockpile locations, and tent construction for troop bed-down. Tent construction requires the installation of stakes into the apron pavement. Selective repair consists of temporarily filling potholes in the road as they develop, either with base course or asphalt, depending on the availability of material. Both selective repairs and vegetation clearance occur along 8th Avenue, Lenox Avenue, Broadway, Boston Post Road and 86th Street.

1.2.3. Vegetation clearing is conducted using mowers, graders, dozers, mulching machines, compact track loaders (CTL), excavators, front end loaders, dump trucks, and kick broom sweepers. The vegetation clearing process starts by removing the brush from the pavement with graders and dozers. The brush will be loaded with mechanical equipment, such as excavators, into the dump trucks and transited to the green waste stockpile location to await final disposal. The location of the stockpile area is positioned on a flat and usable section of the Tinian NFHD.

1.2.4. Phase 2 consists of clearing surface vegetation from Charlie, Delta, Baker and Able runways in preparation of milling and paving. This includes the removal of existing brush from the pavement surface and transportation of the green waste to stockpile location. The objective of Phase 2 is to provide the initial capability to survey Charlie, Delta, Baker, Able runways in order to facilitate rehabilitation of the runway and its associated taxiway and apron pavement.

1.2.5. Once the airfield pavements at Charlie, Delta, Baker and Able are cleared of vegetation, topographic survey equipment will be used to record the elevations of the area. Additionally, 1-inch diameter holes will be drilled into the runway pavement to conduct studies (i.e., Dynamic Cone Penetrometer Sustainment Evaluation).

1.2.6. Phase 3 consists of milling and paving the existing pavement as well as support activities required to enable these operations. Milling is the process of removing the top layers of asphalt or compacted aggregate to a specified and even depth without disturbing the underlying subbase. This process allows for new asphalt to be laid down without increasing the height of the new surface.

All milled material will be transported to the solid waste stockpile located on the airfield to be processed and reused with complementary material as a sub-surface. Once sub-surface preparation is completed, paving shall begin. Paving will begin after milling operations are complete and will include base course repair. The existing base will be removed and replaced with new material.

Paving asphalt will be produced by a temporary on-site batch plant.

1.3. Contingency for Future Phases

1.3.1. While the AMDP for Phase III is currently incomplete, it is understood that possible future phases of this project, or modifications to the existing scope of work, may necessitate additional archaeological monitoring. In the event that such a phase or modification occurs, the Contractor will adhere to the guidance and procedures outlined in this PWS, the existing AMDP (as appropriate), and all applicable federal and DoD regulations and policies. The AMDP will be reviewed and updated as needed to reflect the specific requirements of any new phases.

2.0. SCOPE

2.1. Scope of Work

2.1.1. The Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, tools, supplies, services, equipment, and project management necessary to complete the required tasks as outlined in this Performance Work Statement (PWS). All work shall be conducted in strict compliance with all applicable federal regulations, approved work plans, and industry best practices.

2.2. Site Inspection

2.2.1. The Contractor's work areas and activities shall be subject to unannounced inspections by authorized personnel from RPTM, Cultural Resources Manager. The Contractor shall facilitate these inspections and promptly address any findings or concerns raised by the inspecting party.

2.3. Quality Control and Assurance

2.3.1. The Plan of Action & Milestones (POAM) shall incorporate a robust quality assurance plan that outlines the specific measures and procedures to be implemented throughout the project lifecycle to ensure consistent quality and adherence to standards.

2.4. Additional Considerations

2.4.1. The Contractor shall maintain comprehensive records of all work performed, including field notes, photographs, sketches, and other documentation. These records shall be submitted to requesting activity at RPTM upon completion of the project.

3.0 REQUIREMENTS

3.1. Project Management

3.1.1. The Contractor shall be responsible for comprehensive project management, ensuring effective oversight of all tasks, timely and accurate billing, and rigorous quality control. This includes, but is not limited to, providing weekly progress updates with GIS data to the customer at

RPTM.

3.1.2. Weekly progress reports shall adhere to a standardized format approved by PACAF RPTM and NAVFAC Marianas/Joint Region Marianas (JRM). These reports shall be submitted in writing via email, with verbal reports considered supplementary but not a substitute. Upon completion of each distinct phase of work, a formal End of Fieldwork letter summarizing the results of that phase shall be submitted to both the CO and the OIC before the release of the work area for any subsequent construction activities.

3.1.3. Any proposed modifications to this Performance Work Statement (PWS) must be formally submitted in writing to the Contracting Officer (CO), accompanied by a detailed justification for the requested changes. Such requests shall include an updated project work plan with supporting details, revised scheduling, and comprehensive budget information. No modifications to the PWS will be implemented without explicit written approval from the CO.

3.2. Project Plans

3.2.1. The Contractor shall receive and review the Archaeological Monitoring and Discovery Plan (AMDP), detailing all aspects of the archaeological monitoring program. This plan shall include, but not be limited to:

3.2.1.1. A detailed project description.

3.2.1.2. The general background history and environmental conditions of the project area.

3.2.1.3. A summary of previous archaeological investigations in the area.

3.2.1.4. A clearly defined research design, outlining the specific research questions and objectives.

3.2.1.5. A description of the archaeological methods to be employed, including survey techniques, excavation strategies, and artifact recovery procedures.

3.2.1.6. Standard operating procedures (SOPs) to be followed in the event of encountering cultural resources, including detailed instructions for documentation, curation, and reporting.

3.2.1.7. Procedures for subsurface testing and data recovery if unanticipated significant resources are discovered.

3.2.1.8. A Burial Treatment Plan (BTP) summarizing the procedures to be followed in the event of encountering human skeletal remains (HSR).

3.2.1.9. A Site Safety and Health Plan (SSHP) outlining the measures to be taken to ensure the safety of personnel and the protection of cultural resources.

3.2.2. The CO will provide the new version of the AMDP for review and comments by the Contractor.

3.2.3. The Contractor shall develop a Burial Treatment Plan based off new AMDP. BTP must be approved/concurred by CNMI HPO.

3.2.4. The Contractor shall receive new AMDP and additional document known as the Programmatic Agreement (PA) from the RPT-M. Contractor shall follow AMDP and PA.

3.2.5. The Contractor shall submit the finalized AMDP within five business days of receiving review comments from the Contracting Officer.

3.2.6. The schedule for all deliverables, including the AMDP, is detailed in Section 7.0 of this PWS. The approved AMDP, including the BTP and SSHP, must be finalized before any ground disturbance activities commence.

3.2.7. Within four business days of contract award, the Contractor shall participate in a pre-field meeting, either in person or via teleconference, with representatives from PACAF RPTM and NAVFAC Marianas. The meeting aims to discuss PWS requirements, review the draft Plan of Action & Milestones (POAM) and schedule of submittals, and strategize archaeological support planning, addressing site considerations, project purpose and need, and potential alternatives. Prior to this meeting, the Contractor shall coordinate with the OIC to schedule a separate Kick-off Meeting with the Air Force. One business day before the Kick-off Meeting, the Contractor will prepare and distribute an agenda. Within three business days after the meeting, the Contractor will prepare and disseminate meeting minutes electronically.

3.2.8. Prior to commencing fieldwork, the Contractor shall ensure all personnel have received the necessary training, which may include certifications for Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER), unexploded ordnance (UXO)/munitions and explosives of concern (MEC) identification, First Aid, Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP), and any relevant awareness briefings.

3.2.9. The contractor shall provide all on-site personnel training on the following key points related to Tinian's WWII history, Chamorro and Carolinian cultural, and potential archaeological resources:

3.2.9.1. Historical Significance: Understand Tinian's pivotal role as a WWII airbase, the importance of the NFHD as a National Historic Landmark,

3.2.9.2. Resource Recognition: Be able to identify common WWII-related resources, including but not limited to:

3.2.9.2.1. Structural remains (foundations, bunkers, revetments).

3.2.9.2.2. Military equipment (vehicle/aircraft parts, ammunition casings).

3.2.9.2.3. Landscape features (bomb craters, trenches).

3.2.9.3. Reporting Protocol: Immediately halt work, notify the archaeological monitor, and avoid disturbance upon discovering any potential cultural resource.

3.2.9.4. Damage Prevention: Implement best practices to avoid damaging resources:

3.2.9.4.1. Stay within designated work areas.

3.2.9.4.2. Exercise caution during excavation.

3.2.9.4.3. Protect identified resources with barriers.

3.2.9.5. Training Materials: Upon request, use visual aids and demonstrations to effectively convey information. Provide the training materials, or a copy of the materials, to 513 ERHS Tinian OIC.

3.2.9.6. Documentation: Requested training sessions will be documented, and refresher training will be provided as needed.

3.3. Archaeological Monitoring Fieldwork

3.3.1. The Contractor shall conduct continuous archaeological monitoring during all ground-disturbing activities associated with Phases 1, 2, and 3 of the Tinian North Field Historic District (NFHD) adaptive rehabilitation project. This monitoring encompasses vegetation removal, repairs, and maintenance on airfield roadways, taxiways, and runways.

3.3.1.1. Prior to any ground disturbance, the Contractor shall meticulously document baseline conditions through comprehensive note and photo documentation and collect precise locational data within the Area of Potential Effect (APE) using a sub-meter accurate GPS device.

3.3.1.2. The ground-disturbing phase of the project is anticipated to span more than 52 weeks.

However, the monitoring schedule will be contingent upon the availability of RPTM, and there may be days when no ground disturbance occurs, negating the need for monitoring.

3.3.2. Monitoring Personnel and Responsibilities

3.3.2.1. Archaeological monitoring shall be conducted by a qualified archaeologist meeting the Secretary of the Interior’s (SOI) Professional Qualifications Standards or by an experienced Archaeological Field Technician under the direct supervision of a qualified archaeologist meeting the SOI Professional Qualifications Standards. The monitor(s) shall be present during all ground-disturbing activities, including construction, improvements, maintenance, and any actions that could potentially alter the integrity of the NFHD. A minimum of one monitor shall be on-site during active construction, available for eight (08)-hour workdays, six (6) days per week. Initial schedule will be agreed upon after award by the Contracting Officer. Requested adjustments by contractor must be approved by the Contracting Officer. Due to the flexibility of work requirements, alterations may be mandated by the Contracting officer. Multiple monitors may be necessary if simultaneous ground disturbance occurs in different areas.

Monitors shall conduct intermittent checks throughout the workday, ensuring no ground-disturbing activities proceed without their immediate presence. The archaeological monitor(s) will inspect work areas on a roving basis throughout the workday. No ground disturbing activities may proceed when the monitor(s) may not be quickly recalled to the area.

3.3.2.1.1. The primary objective of the monitor(s) is to ensure all work remains within the boundaries of the Section 106 consultation (Enclosure 1) and to halt work if inadvertent adverse effects to the National Historic Landmark (NHL) are observed. The secondary objective is to identify, document, and assess any cultural resources or deposits encountered, including isolated finds of human skeletal remains (HSR) or fragmented bone. The Contractor shall meticulously record project locations, activity areas, archaeological features, stratigraphic profiles, and contributing elements using sub-meter accurate GPS, ensuring compliance with the latest JRM geospatial data standards.

3.3.2.1.2. Standardized daily monitoring logs shall be maintained, detailing all pertinent archaeological observations. Stratigraphic profiles, accompanied by photographs with north arrows, metric scales, and photo boards, shall document the stratigraphy, cultural deposits, and features encountered. Soil descriptions shall adhere to USDA nomenclature (2017 Soil Survey Manual) and Munsell color designations.

3.3.3. Unintended Adverse Effects and Mitigation

3.3.3.1. If unintended adverse effects to the runway, associated surfaces, or other contributing elements of the NHL occur, the monitor shall immediately suspend work and promptly notify the CO, OIC, RPTM, and JRM CRM. The JRM CRM will collaborate with the CNMI Historic Preservation Officer (HPO) to expedite mitigation measures. Work may resume upon resolution of concerns and completion of any necessary mitigation.

3.3.4. Isolation and Buffering of Archaeological Features

3.3.4.1. Isolated archaeological features shall be avoided, and a minimum 10-meter buffer established around them. If new and potentially significant archaeological areas or HSR are identified, ground-intrusive work in the immediate vicinity shall cease, a 10-meter buffer implemented, and work may continue in other areas under the direct supervision of a qualified archaeological technician. All human burials and fragmentary remains in secondary context shall remain in situ.

3.3.5. Discovery of Human Remains

3.3.5.1. In the event of encountering human burials or HSR, work in the immediate area shall cease, the remains covered and secured, and the CO and JRM CRM notified immediately. The location of any isolated surface remains shall be mapped using GPS, and detailed notes recorded. This information shall be integrated into the archaeological summary report. Prior to removing any remains, the Contractor shall obtain a permit from the Government, adhering to PL 3-33 and Title 6 CMC §3108, and follow the procedures outlined in the approved BTP in consultation with the U.S. government and CNMI HPO.

3.3.6. Archaeological Data and Reporting

3.3.6.1. All project locations, excavations, features, inadvertent discoveries, and soil profile locations shall be recorded with GPS, and GIS shapefiles provided to the JRM GIS, complying with their latest standards. Templates can be provided by RPT-M if needed. Archaeologist should submit a weekly summary report with GIS data. Archaeologist must submit all required reports and documents outlined in the Phase III AMDP. Most importantly the archaeologist is responsible for a HAER/HALS-like documentation.

3.3.7. Unanticipated Discoveries and Additional Investigations

3.3.7.1. If unanticipated discoveries occur during post-review that warrant further investigation, subsurface testing and/or data recovery may be initiated. This may involve shovel test pits (STPs) in standard transects at 5-15 meter intervals to determine the extent of the archaeological area, or larger excavation units (EUs) if warranted. All excavations and associated documentation shall adhere to established archaeological standards and methodologies. An End-of-Field letter report and a formal Emergency Data Recovery report will be submitted upon completion of these investigations, with findings potentially incorporated into the draft and final monitoring reports.

3.3.8. Adherence to AMDP and Programmatic Agreement (PA)

3.3.8.1. All archaeological monitoring activities, including discovery, documentation, handling, cataloging, storage, reporting, and curation of cultural resources, shall be conducted in strict accordance with the procedures and protocols outlined in the approved Archaeological Monitoring and Discovery Plan (AMDP) and the applicable Programmatic Agreement (PA) for this project. In cases where the AMDP and PA provide specific guidance on a particular issue, that guidance will take precedence over any general procedures described in this PWS.

The Contractor shall ensure that all personnel are thoroughly familiar with both the AMDP and PA and understand their respective roles and responsibilities in implementing these documents. Any deviations from the AMDP or PA must be approved in advance by the CO, in consultation with the JRM and the CNMI HPO/SHPO.

3.4. Laboratory Processing and Analysis

3.4.1. In the event that archaeological materials are recovered, the Contractor shall conduct post-field processing and analysis.

3.4.1.1. Field collections shall be cleaned and sorted. All materials recovered are to remain on Tinian during analysis unless express written permission is secured from the KO and in consultation with the CNMI HPO. If necessary, the Contractor shall arrange an artifact agreement with CNMI HPO via the U.S. government for the transfer of field collections out of the CNMI for analysis and for the return of the collections to the CNMI.

3.4.1.2. Artifacts will be sorted by material and type. Metric and non-metric attributes will be recorded for all diagnostic pottery sherds, as well as lithic, shell, and bone artifacts.

Experienced analysts shall use appropriate identification and recording techniques for each class of material (e.g., shell, faunal, ceramic). Vertebrate and invertebrate faunal remains will be sorted to the lowest taxonomic category possible with identifications aided by reference collections and published reference guides. Specialized analysis such as taxonomic identification, radiocarbon dating, and non-destructive energy-dispersive x-ray fluorescence (EDXRF) may be conducted if warranted.

3.4.1.3. All artifacts will be bagged in archival quality bags and tag and labeled according to provenience; along with a tag bearing the unique identification number, date, location information, and a brief description of the artifact.

3.4.1.3.1. Enter all information about the artifact into a detailed inventory log or database.

Include the unique identification number, GPS coordinates, date of discovery, context, material, dimensions (if easily measurable), condition, and any other relevant information.

3.4.1.3.2. Maintain both a physical and digital copy of the inventory.

3.4.1.4. Laboratory results will be presented in prose, tabular, and chart formats in the report, and a full catalog will be provided as an appendix.

3.4.1.5. Include a full catalog of all recovered materials in the final Archaeological Monitoring Report (AMR) or Archaeological Monitoring and Discovery Report (AMDR). The catalog shall include all of the information detailed above.

3.4.1.6. Documentation:

3.4.1.6.1. Maintain a complete and accurate record of all steps taken.

3.4.1.6.2. Include all field notes, photographs, sketches, inventory logs, reports, and correspondence related to the archaeological materials.

3.4.1.6.3. Store all documentation in a secure and accessible location.

3.5. Post-Fieldwork Reports and Other Deliverables

3.5.1. At the conclusion of archaeological monitoring, the Contractor shall prepare a Draft Archaeological Monitoring Report (AMR) or an Archaeological Monitoring and Discovery Report (AMDR) documenting the results of the archaeological monitoring and include all laboratory analyses of samples. Draft, revised Draft and Final Reports shall be prepared in accordance with the specifications outlined in the base contract. Comb binding is acceptable for all deliverables.

3.5.1.1. Ninety (90) calendar days after completion of archaeological monitoring the Contractor shall submit an electronic copy (PDF) of the Draft AMR/AMDR to the CO for Government review via email/FTP site.

3.5.1.1.1. The Contractor shall provide GIS shape files for the project areas, locations of ground disturbance activities and any finds that are encountered. Data shall be collected using GPS coordinates such that the data complies with JRM geospatial data standards.

Please coordinate directly with JRM Archaeologists/GIS Specialist (see Section 8 - POINTS OF CONTACT), for questions regarding format. The data should be sent on a CD/DVD and FTP site to be submitted with the draft monitoring report to ensure that it is in proper format and can be inputted into the JRM GIS database.

3.5.1.2. Three (3) electronic copies (on CDs) and FTP site of the Final AMR/AMDR shall be submitted to the Government within 15 calendar days of receipt of Government review comments on the revised Draft report.

3.5.1.3. Electronic files to be submitted on the CDs/FTP (with PDF and Word files of the finalized report) shall include finalized GIS data, photos, and source files used in the Final Report. The final submittal materials should also be submitted to the CO.

3.5.2. The Contractor’s Quality Control efforts shall ensure that the Draft, revised Draft and Final reports are complete documents, which have been reviewed for academic excellence, professional and copy quality, internal consistency, and technical accuracy. Reports not displaying such efforts will not be accepted.

3.5.3. The distribution of any material, data, or reports collected or prepared in the execution of this task order and the base contract is limited to U.S. Government agencies and U.S. Government contractors.

3.5.4. All archaeological materials and associated records shall be returned to the Government at the completion of the project. The Contractor shall prepare such materials in archival quality packaging appropriate for long-term curation per 36 CFR 79.

4.0 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS

4.1 Personnel Requirements

4.1.1. This contract requires the Contractor to visit military areas. Personnel assigned to the project must be able to qualify for access to military areas after appropriate security checks are made. All personnel shall abide by prevailing security requirements during visits to such military property and shall obtain the required permits and passes in a timely manner.

4.1.2. All persons working on this task order shall be familiar with this PWS, the project work plan, and all standard operating procedures (SOPs) regarding activities at Tinian North Field.

A copy the Site Safety and Health Plan shall be available to be consulted in the field at all times while the project is in progress.

4.1.3. All persons working on this task order shall be experienced in archaeological field techniques and be able to recognize various resource types that may be encountered, particularly human bone material. A Principal Investigator or Project Director meeting the Secretary of the Interior Standards for archaeologist will provide oversight of fieldwork.

4.1.4. The Principal Investigator and Project Director are requested to maintain involvement with its progress. Progress updates with summarized observations shall be emailed to the CO and JRM CRM. Updates should be made weekly during the fieldwork.

4.1.5. Although there is a low potential for discoveries of buried cultural deposits and human skeletal remains, all field personnel working on this task order shall be experienced in the proper archaeological field methodologies and standard operating procedures in data recovery for cultural deposits as well as the mitigation of HSR and the documentation of each.

Mitigation of such will include hand excavation, screening, and documentation.

4.2 Fieldwork Updates

4.2.1. At a minimum, the Contractor shall send the CO and JRM CRM progress reports on a weekly basis documenting efforts, goals, and any challenges while performing the monitoring fieldwork (see Section 4.1.4 Project Director Involvement).

4.3 MEC Requirements

4.3.1. In review of the scope of work, all the work would qualify as exempted from MEC based upon the Assistant Secretary of the Navy (ASN) Energy Installations, and Environment (EI&E) Secretarial Acceptance of Risk for Previously Disturbed Soils.

4.3.2. Further confirmation from the Naval Ordnance Safety and Security Activity (NOSSA) may be required to determine that there is no further documentation required. Alternatively, if NOSSA does request documentation, NAVFAC Marianas MEC Program Manager will be able to generate a Simplified Annex which would request final approval at the O-6 level. Final approval may default to the O-6 in in the military troops chain of command. Please contact Mr. Mark A. Roys with NAVFAC Marianas for any additional details concerning MEC requirements.

4.4 General Requirements

4.4.1. All work shall be performed in accordance with this PWS and all applicable Federal regulations, instructions, and public law.

4.4.2. The contractor shall designate one individual employee, by name and title, which shall be the central point of contact for all tasks accomplished under the auspices of this work effort.

4.4.3. The Contractor, and their Sub - Contractor (if applicable), shall be required to be available, by teleconference / web - conference, or at their own offices, for meeting(s), scheduled at the discretion of the Air Force, to discuss the efforts associated with this task. The Contractor’s Task Development Team shall participate in the meeting(s) in person, or via, a Contractor facilitated, teleconference (or video - conference) connection.

4.4.4. Contractor personnel or persons employed by or in any way responsible to the contractor shall make themselves available for technical issue discussion, evaluation, and solution. The technical issues are perceived to be any operational or structural difficulties encountered in understanding procedures and programs developed as a component of this effort. In addition, if required, the contractor shall support transition of work completed to date to other contractors for support beyond the scope of activities included in this PWS.

4.4.5. Neither the contractor nor the contractor's personnel will give news releases or conduct media interviews concerning the work performed under this contract. All media inquiries shall be directed to the JRM Public Affairs Officer (PAO) and PACAF/A4C Strategic Communications.

4.4.6. All original materials, visual aids, software, notes, and text developed in performance of the tasks listed herein shall be the property of the United States Air Force and not be used, distributed, or published by the contractor or any contractor employee, directly or indirectly, without specific permission provided through the Contract Specialist or the KO.

4.4.7. When the contractor is required to travel, provisions of the Military Joint Travel Regulations (JTR) shall be used for reimbursement purposes. Whenever possible, arrangements for Air Force quarters shall be arranged to defray costs.

4.4.8. The contractor shall, without additional expense to the Air Force, be responsible for obtaining any necessary access, licenses and permits and for complying with any Federal, State and Local laws, codes and regulations applicable to the performance of this work.

5.0 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED EQUIPMENT/DATA

5.1. The Government shall provide general instructions on limitations and deadlines and is responsible for technical administration of the PWS in compliance with the contract to include inspection and acceptance of deliverables.

5.2. The Government shall provide the Contractor with complete work plans for the project and a proposed construction schedule once the project has been awarded to them. The Contractor shall use the data to track project progress as well as to ensure an archaeological monitor is present when required (and not on-site when no ground disturbance activities are occurring)

5.3. References and Other Applicable Documents not already a part of the Contractor’s collection may be provided by the Government. Please email the appropriate point of contact listed in Section 8.0.

5.4. The Contractor is required to contact the appropriate personnel listed in Section 8.0 to coordinate any applicable awareness briefings and trainings upon award of the contract.

6.0 STIPULATIONS

6.1. Work under the PWS is CUI. The contractor shall comply with all applicable security regulations and procedures during the performance of this PWS. The Contractor shall not disclose and must safeguard procurement sensitive information, computer systems and data, privacy act data, and Government personnel work products that are obtained or generated in the performance of the PWS. If necessary, the contractor shall be required to provide clearances for personnel requiring access to Government computers and workstations.

6.2. The Contractor is responsible for inquiring with the RPTM on any restrictions for access into the project area.

6.3. Privately owned vehicles (POVs) may be allowed in the project area; however, company identification decals or signs are required on the vehicle.

6.4. The Contractor’s Quality Control efforts shall ensure that all deliverables are complete documents, which have been reviewed by a technical editor for academic excellence, professional and copy quality, and accuracy. Reports not displaying such efforts shall not be accepted.

6.5. The distribution of any material, data, or reports collected or prepared in the execution of this PWS is limited to U.S. Government agencies and U.S. Government contractors.

6.6. All collected archaeological materials and associated records shall be provided to NAVFAC Marianas/JRM and RPTM at the completion of the project. The Contractor shall prepare such materials in archival quality packaging appropriate for long term curation per 36 CFR § 79.

7.0 DELIVERABLES

Item Number

Deliverable A4C Detachment 1/

OIC

NAVFAC

Marianas

JRM/HPO

Due Date

1 Kick-off Meeting and Agenda

One (1) electronic copy (Working +

PDF)

One (1) electronic copy (Working +

PDF)

NLT 4 days after award; NLT 1 working day prior to Kick-off Meeting

2 Kick-off Meeting Minutes

One (1) electronic copy (Working +

PDF)

One (1) electronic copy (Working +

PDF)

NLT 3 days post kick-off meeting

3 Draft AMDP, which includes a Burial Treatment Plan and Site Safety and Health Plan

One (1) electronic copy (PDF format) via email

One (1) electronic copy (PDF format) via email

10 working days after award of contract

4 Revised Draft AMDP, which includes a Burial Treatment Plan and Site Safety and Health Plan

One (1) electronic copy (PDF on

DVD/CD)

One (1) electronic copy (PDF on DVD/CD + Two (2) printed/hard copy

5 working days following receipt of Government comments

5 Final AMDP, which includes a Burial Treatment Plan and Site Safety and Health Plan (Template AMDP can be provided)

One (1) electronic copy (PDF on

DVD/CD)

One (1) electronic copy (PDF on DVD/CD + Two (2) printed/hard copy

5 working days following receipt of Government comments

6 Weekly summaries 1 electronic copy (PDF format) sent via email electronic copy (PDF format) sent via email

Weekly throughout fieldwork

7 End-of Fieldwork Letter for Phase 1 archaeological monitoring electronic copy (PDF format) sent via email electronic copy (PDF format) sent via email

14 calendar days after completion of monitoring

8 End-of Fieldwork Letter for Phase 2 archaeological monitoring electronic copy (PDF format) sent via email electronic copy (PDF format) sent via email

14 calendar days after completion of monitoring

9 End-of Fieldwork Letter for archaeological monitoring electronic copy (PDF format) sent via email electronic copy (PDF format) sent via email

14 calendar days after completion of monitoring

10 End-of Fieldwork Letter for additional mitigations if warranted electronic copy (PDF format) sent via email electronic copy (PDF format) sent via email

5 workdays after completion of monitoring

8.0 POINTS OF CONTACTS

Mr. Brandon Dominguez, Cultural Resources Specialist, PACAF A4C/Regional Planning Team

- Micronesia: 671-482-5470; brandon.dominguez.5.ctr@us.af.mil

Mr. Aaron Parker, Regional Environmental Coordinator, JRM: 671-349-1240;

aaron.t.parker8.civ@us.navy.mil

1st Lieutenant Monalisa San Agustin, 356th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Group, Chief of Acquisitions: 671-687-0316, monalisa.san_agustin@us.af.mil

Captain David N. Robinson, 513th Expeditionary RED HORSE Squadron, Tinian OIC: 671-929- 5823; david.robinson.60@us.af.

11 Draft AMDR and GIS Data

One (1) electronic copy (PDF on

DVD/CD)

One (1) electronic copy (PDF on

DVD/CD)

90 calendar days following the completion of fieldwork

12 Revised AMDR and GIS Data

One (1) electronic copy (PDF on

DVD/CD)

One (1) electronic copy (PDF on DVD/CD + Two (2) printed/hard

15 calendar days following receipt of Government comments

13 Final AMDR and GIS Data

One (1) electronic copy (PDF on

DVD/CD

Two (2) electronic copies (PDF on

DVD/CD)

+ Three (3) printed/hard copies

15 calendar days following receipt of Government comments

Figure 1. Tinian NFHD APE