PWS Tank Rental 18 Jan 2024.pdf

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)

Various Materials Tank Rentals

Hanscom Air Force Base

1. SERVICE

The vendor shall provide various size tanks to store chemicals, gases, and mixtures purchased through them. The tanks provided shall be inspected on a recurring basis per Federal and State Regulations.

Vendor shall have the capabilities to provide inspection reports for each individual tank and provide Safety Data Sheets for each chemical inside a rented tank. All tanks rented and no longer used shall be retrieved by the vendor upon ordering of new chemicals, gases, mixtures, or upon notification that the tank(s) is no longer needed. The Government shall not be charged a rental fee for tank(s) that cannot be picked up and retrieved by the vendor. Tanks provided shall be billed monthly.

Tank contents are as follows but not limited to: Acetylene, Argon, Oxygen, Nitrogen, Carbon Dioxide, 1% O2, 55 PPM NOX, 25 PPM NOX, (5.5 PPM CO, 5.5 PPM NOX), (2.5 PPM CO, 2.5 PPM NOX), (10% O2, 55 PPM CO), (5% O2, 25 PPM CO), 90 PPM NOX, (9 PPM CO, 9 PPM NOX), (22.5% O2, 90 PPM CO), etc.

2. REQUIREMENTS

This requirement is for non-personal services in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 37.101, which states that non-personal services means that the personnel rendering the service(s) under the agreement (BPA) are not subject, either by the agreement’s (BPA’s) terms or by the manner of its administration, to the supervision and control usually prevailing in relationships between the Government and its employees.

NOTE: This requirement will utilize a blanket purchase agreement (BPA), in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 13.303-3(a)(2), the Government is obligated only to the extent of authorized purchases made under the BPA.

3. GOVERNMENT-WIDE COMMERCIAL PURCHASE CARD (GPC)

The method of payment for this requirement will be the Government-Wide Commercial Purchase Card (GPC). Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 13.301(a) states in part that the [GPC] card is authorized for use in making and/or paying for purchases of supplies and services. FAR 13.001 states that the [GPC] card is similar in nature to a commercial credit card, issued to authorized agency personnel to use to acquire and to pay for supplies and service.

4. HOURS OF OPERATIONS

The vendor shall perform their work Monday thru Friday between the hours of 0730 (7:30 AM) to 1500 (3:00 PM) excluding federal holidays.

5. HOLIDAYS

Hanscom Air Force Base recognized the following holidays:

New Year’s Day Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday

Presidents’ Day Memorial Day

Juneteenth Independence Day (observed)

Labor Day Columbus Day Veterans’ Day Thanksgiving

Day after Thanksgiving Christmas

6. VENDOR PERSONNEL

6.1. The vendor shall designate in writing, to the COR the name of their Manager and an alternate who shall act for the manager, as well as provide their point-of-contact information including their telephone numbers where they may be contacted any time. The Manager or alternate shall have full authority to act for the vendor on all matters relating to operation of this blanket purchase agreement. In addition, the Manager or alternate shall be available to meet on the installation with designated government personnel to discuss problem areas.

6.2. The vendor shall not employ persons on this blanket purchase agreement if such employee is identified to the vendor as a potential threat to the health, safety, security, and wellbeing or operational mission of the installation at Hanscom Air Force Base located in Bedford Massachusetts 01731 and its population.

6.3. The vendor shall not employ any person who is an employee of the United States Government if the employment of that person would create a conflict of interest, nor shall the vendor employ any person who is an employee of the Department of the Air Force, either military or civilian, unless such person seeks and received approval according to the Department of Defense (DoD) Joint Ethics Regulations at 5500.7-R

6.4. The vendor shall not employ any person who is an employee of the Department of the Air Force if such employment would be contrary to the policies contained in Air Force Instruction (AFI) 64-106: Air Force Industrial Labor Relations Activities.

6.5. All contract employees, depending on particular condition, occasion or place, or job assignment, shall require professional, suitable attire.

6.6. All vendor employees shall conduct themselves in a professional, courteous manner.

6.7. The selection, assignment, reassignment, transfer, supervision, management, and control of vendor employees in performance of this performance work statement shall be the responsibility and prerogative of the vendor. However, the vendor shall comply with the requirements set forth in this performance work statement and the Hanscom Air Force Base regulations concerning conduct of employees. The vendor shall employ and maintain a technically trained and experienced work force.

7. ENVIORNMENTAL PROTECTION AND SAFETY

The vendor shall be knowledgeable of and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations and requirements regarding environmental protection and occupational safety and health. The vendor shall comply with any laws or regulation changes during the term of this contract. The vendor shall follow manufacturer’s guidelines and professional recommendations for control of humidity, temperature, cleanliness, and materials handling (including hazardous materials).

8. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS (HAZMAT)

The vendor shall not store chemicals/HAZMAT on Hanscom AFB. All chemicals/HAZMAT shall be approved prior to being transported on base. The vendor shall prepare and submit to the COR, upon request, Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for each chemical, material, and substance proposed to be used in performance of this PWS. The COR will forward the SDS to 66 ABG/CEIE for approval. The vendor shall not transport or use any chemical, material or substance on Hanscom AFB before written approval is provided by 66 ABG/CEIE or the COR. Vendor shall maintain copies of SDS(s) for all chemicals. The SDS(s) shall correspond with the manufacturers of the chemicals on hand. Manufacturer, material, and SDS shall match. NOTE: SDS refers to manufacturer MSDS.

9. HAZADOUS WASTE

Vendor shall dispose of any spent/processed chemical solutions at their own waste facility in accordance will all Federal and State Regulations.

10. DISCHARGE

Any discharges into industrial waste treatment plant (IWTP) or sanitary sewer shall be done in accordance with Hanscom Industrial Wastewater Discharge Permit as instructed by 66 ABW/CEIE. The vendor shall maintain records of written authorization issued by 66 ABW/CEIE for discharges into IWTP and sanitary sewer.

11. SPILLS

Upon occurrence of any spills that could enter the storm system or cause any harmful environment effects, the vendor shall immediately call 911 to report the incident. When possible, the vendor shall use a base telephone to receive help from Hanscom AFB 911. If using a cell phone, request Hanscom AFB

911. The vendor shall report all environmental violations to the Service Contracts Manager. The vendor shall submit a typed or written report about the incident within four (4) clock hours. The vendor shall provide five (5) copies of the written report. The vendor shall provide three (3) copies to the Service Contracts Manager one (1) copy to the Unit Environment Coordinator (UEC), and a copy for record. The format of the report shall be left up to the vendor, but the report shall, at minimum, contain the following information:

11.1. Name and contact number of the person reporting the spill;

11.2. Date and time of the spill;

11.3. Location and source of the spill;

11.4. Substance or pollutant spilled;

11.5. Amount spilled and the rate of discharge;

11.6. Any damages or injuries involved;

11.7. Extent of the area impacted;

11.8. Potential hazards;

11.9. Action taken;

11.10. Organizations contacted;

11.11. Remarks Section – which will among other things address the cause of the spill, whether

911 was called, and which agencies responded.

12. ENVIORNMENTAL AND SAFETY TRAINING

The vendor personnel shall have Resource Conservation Recovery Act (RCRA) environmental and safety training required by the state and federal government. The training shall be IAW the following regulations: Resource Conservation Recovery Act (RCRA) 40 Code of Federal Regulation (CFR) 265.16 “Personal Training”, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard Title 29, CFR Part 1910.120 “Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Responses”, Hazardous Waste Management Instruction, Section 13, and Air Force Instruction (AFI) 32-7042, “Solid and Hazardous Waste Compliance”, Section 2. The vendor shall provide the environmental and safety training certificate for all employees to the Service Contracts Manager upon request within 5 business days.

13. PRIVATELY OWNED MOTOR VEHICLES (POVs)

Vendor personnel shall comply with the directives pertaining to operation of POVs on Hanscom AFB per Air Force Instruction (AFI) 31-204 (in its entirety), Motor Vehicle Traffic supervision.

14. VISITOR PASS

Prior to coming to Hanscom AFB to perform any work, Vendor shall contact the Civil Engineering Government Representative to coordinate access to the base as well as to the building (s) where the work shall be performed. A list of the names of the workers will be required to gain access, and passes shall be distributed at the visitor’s building at Vandenberg Gate. Workers shall have proof of identification as well as a valid license. If bringing a vehicle on base, the vendor will need proof of registration and insurance of that vehicle. Vendor employees must have identification that readily identifies them as vendors. In addition, unscheduled gate closures may occur at any time and personnel entering or exiting the installation may experience delays.

15. FOREIGN NATIONALS

The vendor shall notify the Service Contracts Manager/ COR before sending a Foreign National representative to perform service on Hanscom Air Force Base. Special rules apply for foreign national(s) visiting a United States Government military installation.

16. HEALTH AND SAFETY ON A GOVERNMENT INSTALLATION

In performing work under this contract on a Government installation, the vendor shall comply with federal, state, and local regulations regarding occupational safety and health and the specific health and safety requirements established by this blanket purchase agreement. The vendor shall notify the Service Contracts Manager of any injuries that occur to vendor personnel while on the installation. In addition, the vendor shall notify the Service Contracts Manager/ COR of damage to government property or equipment during the execution of this agreement.

17. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

Vendor employees shall follow the direction of Government employees in regard to emergency evacuation procedures, i.e., fire, tornado, active shooter and bomb threats. It is the vendors’ responsibility to account for their employees following an emergency evacuation. Vendor personnel shall participate with government personnel in all fire and tornado drills.

18. CONTINUATION OF ESSENTIAL SERVICES DURING A CRISIS

This requirement has been determined to be essential and does require continued support during a crisis as define in DFARS Clause 252.237-7023.

19. GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY AND SERVICES

19.1. Government Furnished Services are applicable during the performance and fulfillment of this requirement.

19.2. The government will provide general on base Security Forces service. The Security Forces’ telephone number is 911 for emergencies, for crime in progress 781-225-5613 and 781- 225-5613 for non-emergency calls.

19.3. The government will provide general on-base fire protection services. The vendor shall comply with fire prevention rules and regulations enforced by the Hanscom AFB Fire Prevention Branch. Call 911 for emergencies. For routine fire prevention matters and/or calls to dispatch, call 781-225-3330.

19.4. The government will furnish utility services. These utilities include natural gas, electricity, water, and sewer for the sole purpose of accomplishing this contract. If the vendor requires additional utility services, it shall be the vendor’s responsibility to provide. The vendor shall use due care and diligence to conserve Government utilities to reduce utility costs.