PWS Storage Tanks-(rev. 09Mar2020).docx

Attachment 1 – Overarching Performance Work Statement (PWS)

Underground Storage Tanks/Above Ground Storage Tanks (UST/AST) Inspections and Maintenance (Base + 4)

Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield, Georgia

01 January 2020

Table of Contents

1.0 Introduction.

This is a non-personal services contract to provide Base Operation and Support Services for the U.S. Army Garrison Fort Stewart, Georgia. The Government will not exercise any supervision or control over the contract service providers. The Contractor shall perform to the standards specified in this Performance Work Statement (PWS). Contract service providers shall be accountable solely to the Contractor who, in turn is responsible to the Government. The Contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, materials, supervision, and other items and non-personal services necessary as defined in this PWS. The Contractor is responsible for providing all parts required for Preventive Maintenance (PMs) and all repair parts required for Demand Maintenance (DMs).

1.1 Background. FS and HAAF are the home of the 3rd Infantry Division, and combine to be the Army's Premier Power Projection Platform on the Atlantic Coast. It is the largest, most effective and efficient armor training base east of the Mississippi, covering 280,000 acres including parts of Liberty, Long, Tattnall, Evans, and Bryan counties in Southeast Georgia.

FS is physically located north of Hinesville, GA accessible from either GA Highway 144 or GA Highway 84. HAAF is physically positioned in the southwest corner in the city limits of Savannah, GA. Savannah is approx. 35 miles from FS, accessible by either GA Highway 204 from the south or Interstate 516 from the north. HAAF is home to the Army's longest runway on the east coast (11,375 feet) and the Truscott Air Deployment Terminal. Together these assets are capable of deploying units such as the heavy, armored forces of the 3rd Infantry Division or the elite light fighters of the 1st Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment.

1.2 Objectives.

The Contractor will conduct inspections, testing, and repair of underground storage tanks (UST) and above-ground storage tanks (AST) for the Directorate of Public Works (DPW). The Contractor shall ensure all work accomplished in the performance of this PWS meets all maintenance and repair standards consistent with the original equipment manufacturer’s recommendations; all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and directives to include, but not limited to, the applicable publications listed in Section 7.0, Related Documents.

1.2.1 The Contractor shall ensure all work in support of mission requirements tendered to the Government for acceptance conforms to the measurable performance standards of quality, timeliness, and quantity specified in the PWS of this contract. Without additional expense to the Government, the Contractor shall obtain/ensure subcontractors obtain all licenses, and permits required to perform this work under this contract. The intent is to establish work requirements that are performance-based and results oriented. This approach is intended to allow the Contractor to determine the best and most cost effective ways to fulfill base operations and their component needs, emphasizing innovation and commercial best practices.

1.3 Climatic Conditions.

FS and HAAF are located in the humid subtropics with long, hot summers and mild winters. The average annual rainfall is 50 inches (yearly); with the wettest months being June - September. The first frost usually occurs in November and continues through February or the beginning of March. The average annual maximum and minimum temperatures are approximately 81 and 50 degrees Fahrenheit, respectively. Summer high temperatures of 106 degrees and winter temperature of 2 degrees have been recorded. Under normal circumstances wind speeds rarely exceed 10 knots. The hurricane and tropical storm season normally occurs during August through September.

1.4 Facility Access. N/A

1.5 Traffic Flow.

The Contractor shall maintain the free flow of vehicular and pedestrian traffic while conducting maintenance and repair activities. The Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer (KO) and the designated Government representative (such as a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), in writing, a minimum of 5 business days in advance of any scheduled closure of streets. Emergency road closures shall be coordinated with the appropriate Directorate of Emergency Services (DES) and local installation operating procedures in conjunction with the KO or designated Government representative/COR, and will have to be presented in public information sessions on a monthly basis.

1.6 Drainage. N/A

1.7 Restoration of Landscape Damage.

Trees or other landscape features, and irrigation systems damaged by the Contractor’s operations shall be restored to the original state at no additional cost to the Government.

1.8 Dust Suppression. N/A

1.9 Utility Location. N/A

1.9.1 N/A

1.9.2 N/A

1.10 Excavation Permits. N/A

1.10.1 N/A

2.0 Requirements

The personnel rendering the services are not subject; either by the contract’s terms or by the manner of its administration, to the supervision and control usually prevailing in relationships between the Government and its employees. Non-personal service contracts are authorized by the Government in accordance with (IAW) Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 37.104, under general contracting authority, and do not require specific statutory authorization.

2.2 General Information.

2.2.1 Transition (Phase In/Phase Out). N/A

2.2.2 Phase-out. N/A

2.2.3 Place of Performance and Hours of Operation.

2.2.3.1 Place of Performance (expanded description).

The work to be performed under this requirement will be performed throughout the entire area occupied by Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield at any pertinent locations in and around Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield. A map of Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield is located at Technical Exhibit (TE) 1.

Period of Performance (PoP).

The Contractor shall conduct business, between the hours of 0700 to 1600, Monday through Friday, excluding Federal holidays or when the Government facilities are closed due to local or national emergencies, administrative closings, or similar Government directed facility closings. The Contractor shall maintain an adequate workforce for the uninterrupted performance of all tasks defined within this PWS when the Government facility is not closed for the above reasons. A Directorate of Public Work (DPW) Work Reception (WR) will be operated 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and be capable of response to DMOs and/or customer requests outside of standard working hours.

2.2.3.3 Installation Closures.

When an unforeseen installation closure occurs on a regularly scheduled day of work, the Contractor shall reschedule the work to be performed the following day unless the following day is a Saturday, Sunday, a recognized Federal holiday, and when routine work is not scheduled for that day; or reschedule the work for the next business day following the closure.

2.2.3.4 Inclement Weather Delay.

If the Contractor determines unsafe weather conditions for continued operations, the Contractor shall notify the KO or designated Government representative/COR two (2) hours prior to curtailing operations due to inclement weather. The Contractor shall obtain KO/COR approval to resume operations.

2.2.3.5 The Contractor shall coordinate with DPW in preparation for and during emergency operations situations such as inclement weather, flood, active shooter, fire or other emergency situations. The Contractor may be called upon to deliver a wide variety of services to the installation through an emergency maintenance order in support of emergency response. The Contractor shall be required to provide all normal services during an emergency response unless otherwise directed by the KO, however emergency response requirements will take precedence over normal activities.

2.2.3.6 Federal Holidays.

The Contractor’s performance shall not be required on the Federal public holidays listed below. Holidays occurring on weekends will be observed as directed by the Federal calendar (5 U.S.C. 6103).

2.2.3.7 Travel/Temporary Duty. N/A

2.3 Emergency Services.

2.3.1 Emergency Medical Treatment.

The Contractor or their employees shall immediately notify their supervisor of any accident requiring emergency medical treatment. The Contractor shall notify the KO or designated Government representative/COR no later than (NLT) two (2) hours of the incident. The Contractor shall be responsible for the emergency medical treatment services for Contractor personnel. However, the Government will provide, on an emergency basis, medical services for injuries incurred while an employee is performing under the contract. The Contractor shall reimburse the Government for emergency medical services provided, upon receipt of invoice from the medical facility. Reimbursement shall be made to the US Government.

2.3.2 Accident Reporting.

The Contractor shall comply with Operational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) for record keeping and reporting of all accidents resulting in death, injury, occupational disease, or adverse environmental impact. The Contractor shall provide a verbal report to the KO or designated Government representative/COR within two (2) hour of each such occurrence. A completed typed original plus one (1) copy of ENG Form 3394 United States Army Corps of Engineers Accident Investigation Report (or equivalent reporting form) shall be delivered to the KO or designated Government representative/COR within five (5) business days of occurrence, whenever an accident involving personal injury or Government owned property occurs.

2.4 Contract Administration and Management.

2.4.1 Post Award Conference/Performance Evaluation Meetings.

The Contractor shall attend the post award conference convened by the Contracting Activity or Contract Administration Office as agreed upon and stated in the contract award document. The KO, COR and DPW management will meet monthly with the Contractor to review the Contractor's performance. Written minutes of meetings will be recorded by the Contractor and signed by both the Project Manager (PM) and the KO. The written minutes will be distributed within five (5) business after the meeting. If the Government does not concur with any portion of the minutes, recorded by the Contractor, the non-concurrence shall be provided in writing by the KO/COR within two (2) workdays following receipt of the minutes. Notwithstanding the Contractor’s responsibility for total management during the performance of this contract, the administration of the contract requires maximum coordination and cooperation between the Government and the Contractor.

2.4.1.1 Invoicing. The Contractor shall submit invoices within five (5) working days of the work being completed or the end of the month (whichever is specified in the contract). The WAWF system is the method to electronically process vendor payment requests and receiving reports, as authorized by DFARS 252.232-7003.

2.4.2 The following provides the roles and their respective authority during the performance of the contract:

2.4.2.1 Contracting Officer (KO).

The KO is the only person authorized to make any changes in any of the requirements listed on this PWS; notwithstanding any provisions contained elsewhere in this contract, said authority remains solely with the KO. In the event the Contractor makes any change at the direction of any person other than the KO, the change will be considered to have been made without authority and solely at the risk and expense of the Contractor. All contract administration will be effected by the KO. Communications pertaining to contractual administrative matters shall be addressed to the KO. No changes in or deviations from the terms and conditions shall be effected without a written modification to the contract, executed by the KO authorizing such changes. The KO will approve all submittals and plans required in this PWS.

2.4.2.2 Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).

The KO will appoint a COR during the performance of this requirement. Additional Government personnel may be designated to assist in contract oversight IAW (Army Regulation) AR 70-13, Management and Oversight of Service Acquisitions. Other surveillance personnel may be designated as COR and shall be trained and appointed IAW Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) 5000.72, Department of Defense (DoD) Standard for Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) Certification. The COR will provide assistance in identification and resolution of problems, conflicts in priority, subtask requirement definitions, and other operations type problems. The COR will perform IAW the responsibilities and duties identified in the appointment letter.

2.4.2.3 COR Authority.

A letter of designation will be issued to the COR by the KO. A copy of the letter will be sent to the Contractor. The letter of designation states the responsibilities and limitations of the COR, especially with regard to changes in cost, price estimates, or changes in delivery dates. The COR is not authorized to change any of the terms and conditions with regard to cost, quantity, or schedule of the resulting order.

2.4.2.4 COR or Designated Government Representative Functions.

The COR or designated Government representative shall monitors all technical aspects of the contract and assists in contract administration. The COR or designated Government representative is authorized to perform the following functions: assure the Contractor performs the technical requirements of the contract; perform inspections necessary in connection with contract performance; maintain written and oral communications with the Contractor concerning technical aspects of the contract; issue written interpretations of technical requirements; monitor, document, and report Contractor's performance and notify both the KO and Contractor of any deficiencies; coordinate availability of Government-Furnished Property, and provides direction or assistance for site entry requests of Contractor personnel.

2.4.2.4.1 The Contractor shall not in any way represent the United States (U.S.) Government, or that it has the authority to contract or procure supplies for the account of the United States of America (USA).

2.4.3 Contractor Key Personnel.

Shall be designated in writing to the KO at the start of the contract. These key personnel shall be available 24/7/365 including Federal holidays. These individuals designated as key personnel shall be able to understand, speak, read, and write the English language.

2.4.3.1 Project Manager.

The Contractor shall provide a Project Manager (PM) who is responsible for the performance of the work. The PM shall have full authority to act for the Contractor on all contract matters relating to daily operation of the contract. The name of the PM shall be provided to the KO and shall be present and on-site and available during normal duty hours. In the circumstances when the PM is not available, the Contractor shall designate an alternate who can perform the same duties during the absence.

2.4.3.2 Operations and Maintenance Superintendent (O&M Superintendent). N/A

2.4.3.3 Quality Control Manager (QCM)

The Contractor shall designate a full time QCM on site during normal duty hours. As a minimum, the QCM shall possess work experience in process control, quality data analysis, quality auditing, statistical sampling, and subcontractor quality control. The QCM shall have at least two (2) years of relative experience, and shall be responsible for the overall management and implementation of the Contractor's Quality Control Plan.

2.4.3.4 Quality Control Inspectors (QCI)

The Contractor shall designate QCI personnel sufficient to monitor Contract work to assure compliance with Government requirements. QCIs shall have two (2) years of documented experience in quality control of construction and/or maintenance of building equipment.

2.4.3.5 General Fund Enterprise Business System (GFEBS) Project Manager Coordinator. N/A

2.4.3.5.1 GFEBS Certification. N/A

2.4.4 Contractor Requirements.

2.4.4.1 U.S. Residency.

All Contractor employees shall be legal U.S. residents. The Contractor shall immediately remove any employee that is not a legal U.S. resident. The Contractor personnel shall be able to communicate clearly in the English language.

2.4.4.2 N/A

2.4.4.3 Qualification Standards.

The Contractor shall inspect, repair, and maintain systems and components associated with facilities listed in real property records as required throughout this contract utilizing properly trained, skilled, and qualified employees or subcontractor personnel.

2.4.4.4 Contractor Identification.

The Contractor shall ensure that personnel be identified as a Contractor to distinguish themselves (e.g., badge, company logo, or uniform) from Government employees. The Contractor shall ensure all correspondence and reports produced are marked as Contractor products or that Contractor participation is disclosed. The company name shall be displayed on each of the Contractor’s vehicles and trailers in a manner and size that is clearly visible. All vehicles and trailers shall display a valid State license plate and meet current local and State vehicle registration requirements. Evidence of vehicle ownership and vehicle liability insurance must be present with the vehicle at all times.

2.4.4.5 Standards of Conduct.

Contractor personnel’s conduct shall not reflect discredit upon the Government. The Contractor shall ensure all personnel present a professional appearance while working on the Government installation. The Contractor’s employees shall observe and comply with all local policies and procedures concerning fire, safety, environmental protection, sanitation, security, and possession of firearms or other lethal or illegal weapons or substance. The Contractor shall ensure all Contractor employees, providing services under this contract, conduct themselves and perform services in a professional, safe, and responsible manner. The Contractor shall remove, from the job site, any employee for reasons of misconduct or security. The Contractor shall ensure employee conduct complies with 41 USC 423, Procurement Integrity. The Contractor shall also ensure that no Contractor employees conduct political related activities or events on the installation. The removal of such a person shall not relieve the Contractor of the requirement to provide personnel to perform adequate and timely service.

2.4.4.6 Contractor Hiring Restrictions.

The Contractor shall not hire or sub-contract with off-duty or former Government employees whose employment would result in a conflict with AR 600-50, Standards of Conduct.

2.4.5 Business Relations.

The Contractor shall successfully integrate and coordinate all activity needed to execute the requirement of this PWS. The Contractor shall manage the timeliness, completeness, and quality of problem identification to a degree acceptable to the Government. The Contractor shall provide to the KO corrective action plans, timely identification of issues, and effective management of subcontractors. The Contractor shall ensure customer satisfaction and professional and ethical behavior of all Contractor personnel.

2.4.6 Manual Operations. N/A

2.4.7 Interactive Customer Evaluation (ICE). N/A

2.5 Work Management.

Applicable to all CLS’. All coordination requirement in this section and inherent to this Contract shall take into consideration DPW and their operations. Work requirements and timelines shall include coordination with DPW.

2.5.1 Coordination.

As a part of the work scheduling process, the Contractor shall coordinate all work with the Building/Facility Manager in charge of the facility where the work is to be done.

2.5.2 Work Clearance. N/A

2.5.3 Work Status.

The status of all assigned work shall be available to the designated Government representative/COR within one (1) hour of Contractor receipt of request during normal working hours, and 24 hours at all other times. For emergencies, the Contractor shall respond within 60 minutes to any inquiries from the KO, COR, Quality Assurance Representatives (QAR), and DPW management.

2.5.4 General Fund Enterprise Business System (GFEBS). N/A

2.5.4.1 N/A

2.5.4.2 N/A

2.5.5 Work Standards.

The technical specifications within this PWS define the quality of maintenance and repair accomplished under this Contract. When a standard is not directed, the Contractor shall perform required work to meet industry trade customs and practices and manufacturer's recommendations. If floors, cabinets, appliances, foundations, and other items are removed in order to gain access to the system component to be repaired, the Contractor shall return any repaired area to a condition comparable to the original construction after work is completed. Any Government- or occupant-owned property damaged by the Contractor shall be repaired or replaced immediately at contractor’s expense.

2.5.6 Disposal.

All refuse generated by this Contract shall be legally disposed of, meeting all Federal, State, county, and Installation guidelines for disposal (including disposal of hazardous materials). Hazardous waste materials shall be disposed of IAW applicable Federal, State, and local statutes. Refuse shall be disposed of on a regular basis in order to ensure a neat and orderly appearance of the Contractor's area of responsibility and its surrounding areas. Roll-offs shall be used for large quantities of refuse. Large and bulk items shall be broken down to maximize the roll off dumpsters’ capacities. The burning of debris, waste material, and other salvageable items is prohibited on the Installation. The Contractor may be able to use Government provided recycling containers as available strictly for recyclable materials accepted by the Recycling Service Contract in effect at the time. Papers, plastics 1-7, aluminum and tin cans shall be recycled. Any misuse of the recycling containers shall be corrected by the Contractor as directed by the DPW or the applicable Quality Recycling Program (QRP) representative, the recycling contractor, or the COR.

2.5.6.1 The Contractor is responsible for removing all trash and debris off the installation. The Contractor is not authorized to use the installation’s land fill.

2.5.7 Environmental Requirements.

The Contractor shall meet all requirements of the DPW Environmental policies. A copy of this can be requested from the COR.

2.5.7.1 Particulate Matter. N/A

2.5.7.2 Construction (Storm Water) permits. N/A

2.5.7.3 Utility Clearances. N/A

2.5.7.4 As-Built Drawings. N/A

2.5.7.5 Maintenance of Work Site.

The Contractor shall remove from the work area, at the end of each day and completion of the job, all waste, material, and by-products resulting from work performed. If applicable, the Contractor shall return usable material to a designated storage area for reuse. The Contractor shall ensure all job sites are secured during inclement weather to avoid damages or windblown materials.

2.5.7.6 Installation Recycling Program.

The Installation Recycling Program is a resources conservation effort managed and operated by the DPW-ENV IAW DoD regulations.

2.5.7.7 Actions and Delivery.

The Contractor shall dispose of any scrap metal, pallets, and excess serviceable lumber off the installation.

2.5.7.8 Facilities, Systems, and Equipment Identified for Future Replacement.

Regardless of whether specific facilities, systems, or equipment have been identified for future replacement by the Government, the Contractor shall perform maintenance and repair of the equipment as outlined in this PWS, unless otherwise directed by the KO.

2.5.7.9 New Components.

New components shall match or exceed existing components in both manufacture and quality. The Contractor shall consider aesthetics (i.e., color, texture, and quality) in material selection. If existing aesthetics cannot be matched, the Contractor shall submit variations to the KO/COR for acceptability prior to installation.

2.5.7.10 Energy Conservation Standards. N/A

2.6 Demand Maintenance Orders (DMOs).

2.6.1 Directorate of Public Work (DPW) Work Reception (WR). N/A

2.6.2 DMO Call Receipt. The Contractor shall be notified by telephone or email of any issues requiring attention or repair.

2.6.3 Completed Work. N/A

2.6.4 Materials. N/A

2.7 Preventive Maintenance (PM). The Contractor will create a preventive maintenance plan and submit it to the KO/COR. The plan shall include details on requirements, staffing, personnel qualifications, supervision, material requirements and execution process to support the preventive maintenance addressed in this PWS. The Preventive Maintenance Plan (PMP) shall be submitted to the KO/COR within 30 days after the contract award.

2.7.1 N/A

2.7.2. Process. N/A

2.7.2.1 N/A

2.7.3 Approved preventive maintenance schedule.

The Contractor shall strictly adhere to the scheduled preventive maintenance dates to facilitate verification of work by the COR. If the Contractor finds it necessary to reschedule, a written request shall be made to the COR detailing the reasons for the proposed change at least five (5) business days prior to the originally scheduled preventive maintenance date. No scheduled preventive maintenance dates shall be changed without the prior written approval of the COR.

2.7.4 Preventive Maintenance Stickers/Log.

Upon completion of the preventive maintenance inspection, the Contractor shall attach a sticker to the equipment item (or in the immediate vicinity thereof) indicating the equipment Maintenance Control Designation (MCD) number, the date of maintenance, and the initials and identification number of the Contractor employee who performed the work. Preventive maintenance will not be considered performed unless the sticker is current and affixed and an L&E Utilization Preventive Maintenance (EHSC Form 4288-2) line entry is made to document the preventive maintenance action. In instances where a PM sticker is not practicable, then the Contractor may elect to maintain a current PM log in lieu of a sticker.

2.7.5 Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Library. N/A

2.8 Operations Work Orders (OWOs). N/A

2.9 Project Work Orders (PWOs).

2.9.1 DA Form 4283, Facilities Engineering Work Requests. N/A

2.9.4 Conversion Prior to Execution. N/A

2.9.5 Cost Estimates for DMO Generated PWOs. N/A

2.9.6 Preparation of Detailed Estimates. N/A

2.9.7 Subcontract Work. N/A

2.9.8 Specialty Subcontracting Work. N/A

2.9.9 Execution of PWO Work. N/A

2.9.10 Wage Rates for PWOs. N/A

2.9.11 PWO Bi-weekly Meetings. N/A

2.9.12 PWO Records. N/A

2.9.13 PWO Reporting Requirements. N/A

2.10 Warranty Program.

The contractor shall guarantee and warrant that all materials furnished and all services performed under this contract shall be free from defects in material and workmanship and shall conform to the requirements of this contract for a period of not less than ninety (90) days. Should a warranty for new or rebuilt parts, assemblies or subassemblies offered by a manufacturer or remanufacturer exceed ninety (90) days, it shall apply for such longer period.

The contractor shall keep a log of replaced parts and material detailing date of installation and manufacturer. This log shall be available for the COR to review.

2.10.1 Warranty Enforcement Manager. N/A

2.10.2 Warranty Management. N/A

2.10.3 Routing of Warranty DMOs. N/A

2.10.4 Warranty Records. N/A

2.10.5 Exception.

The existence of a warranty does not alleviate the Contractor of his responsibility to perform work needed to prevent potential damage to personnel and property or to prevent unnecessary shutdown of facilities and functions.

2.11 Technical Document Library Operation.

The Contractor shall store, maintain and make technical documents available to all Government personnel and others approved by DPW upon request. If electronic versions are available, the Contractor shall provide these via e-mail or other electronic media. If no electronic copy is available, the hardcopies will be scanned and sent to the Government personnel and others approved by DPW. Contractor shall obtain and record adequate contact information from the borrower, and the documents will be checked out for no longer than five (5) days. In the case where only one hardcopy exists and the document cannot be scanned; the documents shall be made available for reference or for copies. The Contractor, to the maximum intent possible, shall maintain all warranty documents in an electronic data base.

2.12 Maintain As-Builts. N/A

2.13 Historic Property or Archaeological Site. N/A

2.13.1 Repair and Replacement. N/A

2.14 Security

2.14.1 Access and General Protection/Security Policy and Procedures.

The Contractor and all associated subcontractors employees shall comply with applicable installation, facility, and local security policies and procedures. The Contractor workforce shall comply with all personal identity verification (PIV) requirements as directed by DoD, Headquarters Department of the Army (HQDA), and local policy. The KO/COR will request changes in Contractor security matters or processes if the Force Protection Condition (FPCON) at any individual facility or installation changes.

2.14.2 Rules, regulations, direction, and requirements issued by the Commander apply to the Contractor. The Contractor shall become acquainted with and comply with all Government regulations as posted, or as required by the KO. Regulations, manuals, and technical documents applicable to this Contract are listed in Section 6.0 of this PWS. Control for classified publications requirements can be located in AR 380-5, Department of The Army Information Security Program, and secured in a filing type cabinet with a built-in locking device with tumblers and General Services Administration (GSA) approved security container.

2.14.3 Government Vehicles. N/A

2.14.4 Contractor Vehicle Registration. Currently there is no requirement to register Contractor owned vehicles with the Provost Marshal or DES. However, the Contractor shall maintain a list of all Contractor-owned or operated vehicles and trailers operating on the installation at all time. The list may be used in case of emergency and/or other contingency. Evidence of vehicle ownership and vehicle liability insurance must be presented upon application of vehicle registration.

2.14.4.1 Contractor and all associated subcontractors employees shall comply with applicable installation, facility and area commander installation/facility access and local security policies and procedures (provided by DES) IAW Army Directive 2014-05. The Contractor shall provide all information required for background checks to meet installation access requirements, to be accomplished by the installation Provost Marshall Office or DES, or Security Office. Contractor workforce must comply with all personal identity verification requirements as directed by DoD, HQDA and/or local policy. In addition to the changes otherwise authorized by the changes clause of this contract, should the Force Protection Condition (FPCON) at any individual facility or installation change, the Government may require changes in contractor security matters or processes.

2.14.5 Contractor and Vendor Access.

Contractor or vendor-furnished vehicles and equipment must enter the Installation through the designated secure access control points (ACP). Under the present Installation FPCON, vehicle and equipment operators and passengers must possess only a valid photo identification card to access the Installation. Vehicle and equipment operators must also possess and be ready to show a valid state driver's license, current vehicle registration, and proof of state required minimum liability insurance. As determined by the Installation FPCON, an elevated FPCON may require additional security screening and/or limited Installation access.

2.14.5.1 All Contractor personnel requesting access to Fort Stewart and HAAF will enter through the designated Visitor Control Center (VCC). All Contractor personnel will be required to present a United States National or State issued identification that is capable of being scanned for valid entry. Contractor personnel will receive a visitor’s badge at the VCC with the length of access allowed. The maximum access length for visitor badging is one year. Once issued a valid visitor’s badge Contractor personnel may enter any Manned Access Control Point/Gate. All Contractor personnel and their vehicles, equipment, and packages are subject to inspection or examination (search) at entry/exit of Fort Stewart and HAAF.

2.14.6 Physical Security. N/A

2.15 Security Training.

2.15.1 Anti-Terrorism (AT) Level I Training.

IAW AR 525-13, Antiterrorism, all Contractor employees, including sub-contractor employees, requiring access to Army installations, facilities, or controlled access areas shall complete Antiterrorism (AT) Level I awareness training within 30 calendar days after contract start date or effective date of incorporation of the requirement into the contract, whichever applies. The Contractor shall submit certificates of completion for each affected contract employee and subcontractor employee to the KO or designated Government Representative/COR within 30 calendar days after completion of training by all employees and subcontractor personnel on a recurring annual basis. AT Level I awareness training is available at the following site: https://jko.jten.mil.

2.15.1.1 If access to a computer is not available, the unit’s Level II Anti-Terrorism Officer (ATO) will conduct AT Level I training for the Contractor and employees within 30 business days after contract start and maintain a copy of the attendance roster for one (1) year. Any Contractor hired after contract start will be required to receive AT Level I training within 30 calendar days by Fort Stewart ATO. It will also be acceptable for the new hire to take the training on line and present the training certificate to the KO or designated Government representative/COR within 30 calendar days. If the requiring activity does not have an ATO, the first ATO in the chain of command will conduct this training. AT Level I awareness training is available at the following site: https://jko.jten.mil.

2.15.2 iWATCH Training.

The Contractor shall brief the local iWATCH program (training standards provided by the RA’s Anti-Terrorism Officer (ATO) to all of the Contractor’s employees and associated subcontractors. This training is used to inform employees of the types of behavior to watch for and instruct employees to report suspicious activity to the installation Military Police and the COR. The Contractor shall complete the training within 30 calendar days after contract award and within 30 calendar days of new employees commencing performance and send to the KO or designated Government representative/COR via both electronic and paper copy within 30 calendar days of completion. iWatch training is available at the following website: http://www.myarmyonesource.com/familyprogramsandservices/iwatchprogram/default.aspx.

2.15.3 Operational Security (OPSEC) Awareness Training.

IAW AR 530-1, Operations Security, Contractor employees shall complete Level I OPSEC Awareness training within 30 calendar days after contract award and within five (5) calendar days of new employees commencing performance. Completion certificates will be made available to Government within ten (10) business of completion or upon request from the Government. All Contractor personnel shall complete Level I OPSEC Awareness training annually. Level I OPSEC training is available at the following website: http://cdse.edu/catalog/elearning/GS130.html.

2.15.4 Force Protection NIPR Advisory. N/A

2.15.5 Network Access. N/A

2.16 Safety.

The Contractor shall safeguard and maintain all Government and Contractor property, as well as provide for the safety and well-being of personnel employed under this contract. The Contractor shall comply with AR 385-10, The Army Safety Program.

2.16.1 Safety Plan.

The Contractor shall develop and implement a safety plan for its employees. The Contractor shall submit the safety plan to the KO/COR for review and acceptance within 30 business days after contract award. Revisions shall be submitted to the KO/COR five (5) business days prior to the effective date of change.

2.16.2 Occupational Safety and Health (OSHA).

The Contractor shall comply with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards and all pertinent provisions 29 CFR Part 1910, Part 1917.152, Part 1915.501-509, and Part 1926; Federal and State environmental regulations; DoD and DA regulations and instructions, AR 385-10; and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Safety and Health Requirements Manual (EM-385-1-1). The Contractor shall comply with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and directives. The Contractor shall establish medical surveillance, industrial hygiene, and individual protective equipment programs sufficient to meet requirements delineated in OSHA standards.

2.16.3 Reporting of Fire and Safety Hazards.

The Contractor shall train personnel to recognize fire and safety hazards and encourage personnel in the performance of their duties to report fire and safety hazards and unsafe conditions to their supervisor. NFPA 51B, Standard for Fire Prevention During Welding, Cutting, and Other Hot Work, provides guidance for persons, including outside Contractors and property managers, who manage, supervise, and perform hot work. It covers provisions to prevent loss of life and property from fire or explosion as a result of hot work.

2.16.3.1 A Hot Work Permit Log shall be issued by the Fort Stewart Fire Department; it will be maintained and presented to the KO or designated Government representative/COR upon request. The Contractor shall take corrective action to remedy reported deficiencies IAW the terms of this contract. The KO and COR shall be notified of deficiencies beyond the terms of this contract.

2.17 Training, Physical Requirements, or other Expertise Required.

2.17.1 Certified.

The Contractor shall ensure all its employees and associated subcontractors are certified or licensed in the specific areas as required by the state of Georgia. The Contractor shall ensure its employees are certified or licensed in the appropriate Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) areas required.

2.17.2 New Facilities Equipment Training.

The Contractor shall inspect new equipment and systems upon notification by the COR that the equipment has been accepted by the Government; a signed form DD1354 will be provided to document date of receipt. The Contractor shall inspect and evaluate new equipment for compliance with the manufacturer's specifications and shall notify the KO or designated Government representative/COR of all deficiencies noted during this inspection. The Contractor shall attend scheduled training of new equipment and maintenance meetings with the Government as requested by the KO/COR as part of accepting a newly built or renovated facility.

2.17.3 Asbestos Awareness Training.

IAW 29 CFR 1910.1101, all personnel that may come into contact with asbestos while performing work duties shall attend asbestos awareness training annually. This training course is targeted for employees who may disturb asbestos containing materials while performing normal work duties. This includes all operations and maintenance employees (electrician, plumber, and HVAC system), facility coordinators, cleaning and housekeeping personnel.

2.17.4 Child Abuse Prevention, Identification and reporting. N/A

2.17.4.1 Government Owned Computers. N/A

2.17.4.2 N/A

2.17.4.3 N/A

2.18 Recycled Content Materials.

2.18.1 Green Procurement.

Section 6002 of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act of 1976 (RCRA) requires the use of recycled and recovered products identified in the EPA’s Comprehensive Procurement Guidelines. The Contractor shall use these recycled or recovered products unless they cannot be procured within a reasonable period of time not to exceed seven (7) business days; at prices not to exceed five (5) percent of prevailing rates; or the product(s) does not meet technical or performance standards. EPA Guidelines are the minimum requirement. The Contractor shall use materials and products commonly used in industry. The Contractor shall maintain records and submit an annual report to the KO or designated Government representative/COR, along with the annual certification required by FAR 52.223-9 (Certification and Estimate of Percentage of Recovered Material Content for EPA Designated Items), upon completion of the base year and each option year.

2.18.2 Construction and Demolition Diversion. N/A

2.18.2.1 C&D Diversion. N/A

2.18.2.2 N/A

2.18.2.3 Suitable materials that meet standards for recycle/reuse may go directly to a recycling facility.

2.18.2.4 N/A

2.18.3 Environmental Compliance.

The Contractor shall comply with all Federal, State, local, and installation environmental laws, rules and plans. The Contractor shall use, store and dispose of all materials, chemicals, and equipment used in the performance of services on the installation IAW with industry standards, local, Federal and State laws, and according to manufacturers’ recommendations. The Contractor shall be financially liable for all fines and associated costs for non-compliance with local, Federal and State laws regarding hazardous waste management including but not limited to: hazardous materials spillage, improper handling and transportation and improper waste disposal. The Contractor shall make all environmental and hazardous material records available the next duty day upon request from the KO or designated Government representative/COR.

2.18.3.1 For materials that have Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) associated with them, the Contractor shall submit the SDS to the KO or designated Government representative/COR for approval five (5) business after contract award. The Contractor shall adhere to all applicable requirements of the Installation Hazardous Waste Management Plan. The Contractor shall provide all materials, labor, training, transportation, and equipment for the handling and storage of hazardous materials.

2.18.3.2 Employees handling hazardous or toxic materials shall be properly trained under 29 CFR 1910.1200 Hazard Communication (HAZCOM) and documentation of training provided to the KO and COR within 30 calendar days of the start of the contract. The Contractor shall ensure all required documentation of certification or licensure for Contractor personnel are provided to the KO and COR within 24 hours prior to employees commencing performance.

2.18.4 Hazardous Waste.

The Installation is regulated by the EPA as a large quantity generator of hazardous wastes and holds the appropriate permit issued under Part A of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA).

2.18.4.1 All hazardous waste as defined in 40 CFR Part 261 (Identification and Listing of Hazardous Waste) is subject to RCRA provisions. All such waste generated by the Contractor on the Installation from Government processes, equipment, or materials shall be stored in approved containers and disposed of IAW the Installation Hazardous Waste Management Plan available for review in the Technical Reference Library.

2.18.4.2 RCRA waste items associated with Installation demolition and renovation activities include: mercury switches in thermostats, lead-based paint chips, paint-related materials (paint thinning, drying, removing, and reducing compounds), solvents (methyl ethyl ketone, methyl chloride, acetone, and methanol), fluorescent bulbs, batteries, and fire extinguishers. RCRA waste items associated with Installation new construction activities include: all waste items mentioned in the preceding sentence, contaminated rags (depending on chemical saturation), adhesives, and all aerosol cans.

2.18.4.3 Non-RCRA waste items subject to state regulations associated with demolition and renovation activities include: ballasts, transformers, capacitors, contaminated soil from spills, and contaminated rags (containing oil and grease only). Non-RCRA waste items subject to state regulations associated with new construction activities include: all waste items mentioned in the preceding sentence, adhesives (non-RCRA), epoxy (non-RCRA), water-based paint, and water contaminated with paint from cleaning paint brushes and rollers.

2.18.4.4 All other wastes generated by the Contractor shall be disposed of by a third party Contractor IAW applicable State and Federal Standards. All waste generation on Fort Stewart and HAAF must be handled under a single EPA ID Number per AR 200-1, Environmental Protection and Enhancement. The Contractor’s shall collect all Hazardous Waste for disposal by the 3rd party.

2.18.5 Environmental Management System (EMS).

Conformance with Environmental Management System (EMS): Fort Stewart has implemented an Environmental Management System (EMS) to proactively deal with the environmental impacts of its processes, activities and services. All personnel performing work for or on behalf of Fort Stewart must be aware of and understand Fort Stewart’s Environmental Policy. The policy can be requested from the COR.

2.18.5.1 Fort Stewart offers EMS General Awareness Training. To schedule contact the EMS Coordinator at 912-767-2010. All contractors and their employees with a need-to-know working at Fort Stewart are required to complete the EMS General Awareness Training. Contractors are also responsible for ensuring all subcontractors hired on their behalf receive EMS General Awareness Training.

2.18.5.2 The Contractor is also responsible to ensure that no goods and services used by the Contractor or any of its subcontractors deviate from Fort Stewart’s Environmental Policy.

2.18.5.3 Compliance with Environmental Laws and Regulations: Contractor shall comply with all applicable Federal, State, and local environmental laws, statutes, regulations, executive orders, permits, Army regulations (with supplements), and Fort Stewart regulations. Contractor shall immediately report any conflicts between applicable Federal, State, local environmental laws, statutes, Executive Orders, AR 200-1, and any specifications within this contract to the KO and COR and the DPW-ED. Any questions regarding EMS may be directed to the Installation EMS Coordinator or Contracting Officer’s Representative.

2.18.6 Perform Hazardous Material Work. N/A

2.18.6.1 N/A

2.18.6.2 N/A

2.18.6.3 N/A

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