PWS_SOW_8_9_21_.pdf

PWS FOR REMOVAL OF VESSEL

“LOST HOPE”

Cape Hatteras National Seashore

1.0 Introduction:

The work covered herein consists of removing a grounded vessel and any debris and contaminants from the shoreline (see attached) from Cape Hatteras National Seashore Property. All work shall be performed in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, permit requirements of the National Park Service, instructions, and commercial practices. The contractor will be operate in accordance with the statement of Work in removing the grounded vessel.

2.0 Background:

Cape Hatteras National Seashore (CAHA) was established in 1937 with 57 miles of shoreline, CAHA is a pristine environment that is a popular travel destination, has a vibrant ecology and the area promotes an abundant fishing industry. On 09 March 2020, the vessel Ocean Pursuit, a 1979 78-foot Deco Marine Scalloper ran aground on the shoreline of Cape Hatteras National Seashore. The vessel had been grounded on a sandbar approximately 200 yards offshore since 01 March 2020 and had been gradually working its way towards the shoreline until becoming fully beached on 09 March. On March 13 the US Coast Guard finished removing pollutants from the vessel. The vessel has been sitting beached on the shoreline of Cape Hatteras National Seashore since its grounding. The vessel has slowly been sinking into the sand surface of the shoreline.

3.0 Project Location:

The location of this project is on Bodie Island spit, .7 mile south of ramp 4 within the CAHA boundary. There is limited access to the area and is within two miles of an active inlet with vessel traffic and has a swift current shoreline.

4.0 Description of Services/Objectives.

4.1.1. The contractor is responsible for making all necessary contacts and arrangements with other Federal, State, or Local agencies to secure the required inspections, permits, licenses, etc.

Services include removing all hazardous materials (fuel, oils, batteries, etc.) from the boat, cutting the boat into manageable sizes for transportation, and disposing of boat and other debris in a certified landfill. The vessel has had fuel and oil removed by the US Coast Guard after grounding, but here may be residual fluids of a hazardous nature still on board. The contractor shall ensure the National Park Service staff, US Coast Guard, and any appropriate federal state or local agency are notified immediately of any fluid leak on land or in the water.

Contractor will return shoreline to its natural state.

4.1.2 The contractor shall provide the environmental office with documentation demonstrating that all hazardous materials were disposed in an EPA approved and permitted facility in accordance with state and federal regulations. Contractor shall provide the environmental office with documentation demonstrating that all hazardous materials were disposed in an EPA approved and permitted facility.

4.1.3 The contractor shall submit a written plan describing how the vessel is to be removed.

The plan must include:

1) The location of the vessel.

2) The access route to and from the vessel.

3) The method for removal

4) The number and type of equipment to be used and supplies needed.

5) The timeline and length of time required for removal.

6) Explain how the company will minimize impacts to park resources and park visitors and restore the area after the operation is complete.

The salvage plan must be reviewed and approved by park staff before starting the operation.

The contractor shall to the greatest extent practicable, avoid and minimize additional damage to shoreline resources, limit the dragging of the vessel, and minimize existing damage to resources. Contractor shall obtain any permit required to perform the work. Contractor shall be responsible to remediate any temporary impacts caused by the contractor. Best Management Practice (construction matting when necessary, turbidity curtains, etc…) shall be used at all time during the duration of this contract.

4.1.4 As part of this written plan, the contractor shall provide a detailed safety plan that needs to be reviewed and approved by the park safety officer prior to the start of any deployment.

The Safety plan shall include but not be limited to the company’s standard safety plan, contamination abatement and spill response, physical safety and reaction plan, list of staff with appropriate licenses (heavy equipment operators, welders, boat operators, etc…).

4.1.5 The contractor shall immediately deploy an absorbent blanket or boom on the surface of the water around the derelict vessel if fuel, oil, or other free-floating pollutants are observed during the work. NPS staff will be notified immediately.

4.1.6 Once the vessel has been removed, the contractor shall sift through all earthen material removed from in and around the vessel before placing the material back onto the shoreline.

The contractor will restore the grade and character of the beach after the salvage operation is completed and all recovery vehicles are moved out of the area.

5.0 Required Services:

Period of Performance: 09/15/2021-11/30/2021

6.0 Contractor Responsibilities:

The contract service requirements are summarized in performance objectives that relate directly to mission essential items. The performance threshold briefly describes the minimally acceptable levels of service required for each requirement. The SS the contractor’s quality control plan provide information on contract requirements, the expected level of contractor performance, and the expected method of government validation and confirmation of services provided. These thresholds are critical to mission success.

SS Item #

Performance Objective PWS Reference Paragraph

Performance Threshold

SS #1 The contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, materials, supervision, and other items and non-personal services necessary to remove the vessel known as Ocean Pursuit, Cameron Scott, and Lost Hope as defined in this Performance Work Statement.

1.1.1 100% compliant

SS #2 The contractor shall dispose of any hazardous material in accordance with state and federal regulations. Contractor shall provide the environmental office with documentation demonstrating that all hazardous materials were disposed in an EPA approved and permitted facility

1.1.2 100% compliant

SS #3 The contractor shall submit a written plan describing how the vessel is to be removed. The plan must include: the location of the vessel, the access route to and from the vessel, the method for removal, the number and type of equipment, supplies needed, length of time required for removal, how the company will minimize impacts to park resources and park visitors and restore the area after the operation is complete.

The salvage plan must be reviewed and approved by park staff before starting the operation.

1.1.3 100% compliant

SS #4 The contractor shall immediately deploy an absorbent blanket or boom on the surface of the water around the derelict vessel if fuel, oil, or other free-floating pollutants are observed during the work.

NPS staff will be notified immediately.

1.1.4 100% compliant

SS#5 Once the vessel has been removed, the contractor shall sift through all earthen material removed from in and around the vessel before placing the material back onto the shoreline. The contractor will restore the grade and character of the beach after the salvage operation is completed and all recovery vehicles are moved out of the area.

1.1.5 100% compliant

7.0 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY AND SERVICES:

7.1.1 The contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, materials, supervision, and other items and non-personal services necessary to remove the vessel known as “Ocean Pursuit” or “Cameron Scott” and / or “Lost Hope” as defined in this Performance Work Statement.

7.1.2 Contractor shall permit the monitoring of the removal of this project by appropriate park personnel including but not limited to, the Contracting Officer Representative (COR), Park Safety officer, Environmental Compliance Officer, and Park Management. While communication will occur, no changes to this contract can be made without the approval of the Contracting Officer (CO). Only in an immediate injury or environmental hazard can work be stopped by the park or if directed by another federal, state, or local government or impending severe weather conditions.

7.1.3 Staging area shall be designated by the park. Any incursion outside of the staging area requires approval by the COR, and Environmental Compliance Officer. If the staging area is expanded, the contractor shall restore grade and vegetation to bring the are to its previous state.

8.0 GENERAL INFORMATION

8.1 Vehicle and equipment access requirements. The work site is on the beach and accessible from Ramp 4 near the Oregon Inlet Fishing Center and the Basnight Bridge. The vessel is beached approximately .5 miles South of Ramp 4 on Cape Hatteras National Seashore. All vehicles travelling to the worksite should be capable of travelling on a sandy beach surface, 4-wheel drive is recommended for all motor vehicles.

8.1.1 Identification items. The work area lies within a seasonal ORV route that may be closed to vehicles at the time of the contract. The contractor shall ensure all vehicles within the seasonal ORV route closure are identified as the contractors.

8.1.2 Beach safety. All persons operating vehicles on the beach must watch the safety video prior to driving on the beach and practice these standards.

8.1.3 Equipment on beach. Any equipment left on the beach shall be parked on a leak proof absorbent mat or similar material to catch or contain any fluids from the vehicles. If equipment and vehicles are left on the beach they must be parked as close to the dune as possible. The government is not responsible for any equipment left on the worksite. March through September the beach shall be inspected prior to any equipment being moved to begin work.

8.2 Environmental control. The Contractor shall comply, and assure that all subcontractors comply, with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, ordinances, policies, and standards related to environmental matters. Where applicable, the Contractor shall use environmentally safe products during completion of their project. The Contractor shall maintain, in company vehicle on site, Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all chemicals. A copy of all SDS will be provided to the CO/COR. The SDS data is subject to random checks by the government. Contractor shall maintain, and provide on demand, an inventory of materials being brought on the Government facility. The Contractor shall complete, and provide on demand, monthly inventories of HAZMAT used, including but not limited to solvents, paints, degreasers, greases, Ozone Depleting Substances, and oils brought on to the Government facility. If the Contractor spills or releases any HAZMAT or other substance contained in 40 CFR 302 into the environment, the Contractor shall immediately notify the CO/COR and appropriate emergency responders. The Contractor is responsible for all costs associated with clean-up and restoration, including any applicable fines and/or penalties. The Contractor shall maintain a spill plan as required by federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

9.0 CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION/POINTS OF CONTACT

A. Contracting Officer (CO), the term used herein, does not include any representative not acting within the scope of his/her authority. Notwithstanding any of the provisions of this contract, the CO shall be the only individual authorized to in any way amend or modify the terms of this contract.

B. The Contracting Officer will be assigned upon contract award.

C. The Contracting Officer Representative will be assigned upon contract award.

Figure 1. Location of the Vessel in Cape Hatteras National Seashore

Figure 2. Vessel Photograph

Figure 3. Up Close of Vessel Condition

Figure 4. Rear view of Vessel.

Vessel currently sits completely out of the water on the beach. Is not impacted by tides at this time.