SOW_FY25_2904_FE-10072-4J_Replace_Roof_Ver 3 06302025.pdf

Directorate of Public Works Engineering Services Division

Fort Bliss, Texas

STATEMENT OF WORK

Roof Replacement

Building 2904

FE 10072-4J 30 06 2025

Ver 3.0

Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)

STATEMENT OF WORK FE 10072-4J

Table of Contents

PART 1 - DESCRIPTION OF WORK

1.1. Objectives

1.2. Period of Performance

1.3. Place of Performance

1.3.1. Occupancy:

1.4. Specific Work Requirements

1.4.1. Civil

1.4.2. Architectural

1.4.3. Structural

1.4.4. Fire Protection

1.4.5. Electrical

1.4.6. Telecommunications

1.4.7. Mechanical/Plumbing/HVAC

1.5. Attachments

PART 2 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

2.1. Basic Guidelines

2.1.1. Preconstruction Conference

2.1.2. Construction Documents

2.1.4. Contractor Furnished Items

2.1.5. Installation Property

2.1.6. Contractor Vehicles

2.1.7. Buy American Act. Construction Materials

2.2. Key Personnel

2.2.1. PM

2.2.2. Superintendent

2.2.3. SSHO

2.2.4. QCM

2.3. Utilities

2.3.1. Utilities Cutovers and Interruptions

2.3.2. Portable Latrines

2.4. Hours of Operation

2.4.1. Normal Work Hours

2.4.1.1. Federal Government Holidays

2.4.2. Approval of Work Outside Normal Work Hours

2.6. Historical Properties

2.7. Environmental

2.7.1. Permits

2.7.2. Products

2.7.4. Construction Waste Management and Disposal

2.7.4.1. Salvage, Waste, and Disposal

2.7.4.10. Archaeology

2.7.5. Natural Resources Program

2.7.6. Pollution Prevention Act (PPA)

2.7.7. Noise Control

2.8. Safety

2.8.1. Accident Prevention Plan (APP)/Safety Plan

2.8.2. Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA)

2.8.3. Army Radiation Permit

2.8.4. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Notice Requirements

2.9. Quality Control (QC)

2.9.1. QC Program Requirements

2.9.2. QCM

2.9.3. Contractor Quality Control (CQC) Plan

2.9.4. Contractor Quality Control Meetings

2.9.5. Contractor Quality Control Inspections

2.10. Security

2.10.1. Security Requirements

2.10.2. Physical Security

2.10.3. Key Control

2.10.4. Security of Classified Items, Systems and Information

2.10.5. Security of Staging Area

2.10.6. Antiterrorism / Operations Security (AT-OPSEC)

2.11. Submittals/ Deliverable Requirements

2.11.2. Pre-Construction Submittals / Deliverables Package

2.11.3. Construction Submittals/Deliverables Package

2.11.3.21. Close-out Submittals / Deliverables Package

PART 3 - APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS AND FORMS

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PART 1 - DESCRIPTION OF WORK

1.1. Objectives. Existing roofing system to be removed and replaced with new fully adhered 72 mil

TPO roofing system with R-38 insulation and 5/8-inch glass-mat roof board. Install in accordance with roofing manufacturers details required to meet manufacturer’s 30-year roof warranty 120 mph wind speed coverage. Contractor must comply with the Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) for roofing. All roof components shall be manufactured by the same manufacturer. Installer shall be certified by the proposed manufacturer for at least the previous five years. The Contractor shall provide all work, labor, materials, related fees, and related services for construction requested herein until completion and acceptance of the entire work, except for any completed unit of work which may have been accepted under the contract, by the Government in a professional and collaborative environment to sustain mission requirements. Construction services and finished products shall be delivered on schedule, safely, and compliant with regulatory codes and standards.

1.1.1. Remove existing gutter and downspouts.

1.1.2. Provide new base gutter and downspouts.

1.2. Period of Performance. The period of performance shall be hundred twenty (120) calendar days after issuance of Notice to Proceed (NTP).

1.2.1. The Contractor shall not commence work unless authorized by the Contracting Officer (KO).

All technical questions shall be addressed to the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) for resolution and clarification.

1.2.2. DPW-ED has a valid survey for asbestos-containing materials (ACM) and lead-based paint (LBP) for Building 2904. Both, asbestos and lead-containing materials were identified. Contractor to review the attached Environmental Review Form for specific environmental comments about this project. Review the attached surveys for all asbestos and lead-containing materials to verify if they will be impacted by this project. If the project scope includes disturbing asbestos or lead-containing materials, work must be conducted by a Licensed Abatement Company. If additional materials, not tested in these surveys, need to be disturbed, they must first be tested for asbestos and lead. Contact DPW-ED for additional testing. Failure to manage present hazardous materials may expose workers, building occupants, and their families to toxic substances, which include carcinogens.

1.3. Place of Performance. The work to be performed under this contract will be performed at 2904

Cassidy Rd. Fort Bliss, located within the Fort Bliss TX Installation.

1.3.1. Occupancy: Facility will be occupied during construction. Do not enter the facility without prior approval of the KO.

1.3.2. All work shall adhere to and comply with the most current International Code Council (ICC), the Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) https://www.wbdg.org/ffc/dod/unified-facilities-criteria-ufc [military amended codes], NFPA 101 Life Safety Code, the Architectural Barriers Act (ABA) and all other Local, State and Federal Regulations, Codes, and Standards. All Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS) shall be used for this project (https://www.wbdg.org/guides-specifications)

1.4. Specific Work Requirements.

1.4.1. Civil. - Not Applicable.

1.4.2. Architectural. – Not applicable

1.4.3. Structural. Not Applicable.

1.4.4. Fire Protection. Not applicable.

1.4.5. Electrical. Not Applicable.

1.4.6. Telecommunications. Not applicable.

1.4.7. Mechanical/Plumbing/HVAC. Not applicable.

1.5. Attachments.

A. CX-Log B. DPW-RFI Template C. Drawing sets D. Eng_Form_4025-R E. ESD CB Submittal-log Template F. Fort Bliss Energy, Water, & Waste Program G. Fort Bliss Fire Prevention Construction Guide 2025 H. iWatch Training for Contractors I. TRADOC Form 928-R-E

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PART 2 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS.

2.1. Basic Guidelines.

2.1.1. Preconstruction Conference. Prior to the start of any construction work an authorized representative of the KO will schedule and conduct a preconstruction conference. The notification will include specific details regarding the date, time, and location of the conference, any need for attendance by sub-Contractors, and information regarding the items to be discussed.

2.1.1.1. The Contractor's Project Manager (PM), Superintendent, and Quality Control Manager (QCM) shall attend this meeting. Minutes of the meeting will be prepared and signed by the Contractor.

The minutes shall be sent to the COR for review and approval no later than 24 hours after the meeting.

2.1.2. Construction Documents. Contractor shall have a copy of the Statement of Work (SOW), Drawings, and specifications at the construction site at all times.

2.1.3. Licenses and Permits. The Contractor shall verify all dimensions and investigate existing site conditions prior to submitting proposal. The Contractor shall, without additional expense to the Government, be responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses and permits. The Contractor shall comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including but not limited to Building Codes, Federal Law, Texas State Law, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations, Army and installation regulations.

2.1.4. Contractor Furnished Items. Everything included in this paragraph and its subparagraphs is basic to the contract and should be included in the contract price.

2.1.4.1. The Contractor shall provide all labor, supervision, transportation, vehicles, supplies, equipment, materials and services required to perform work under this contract. The Contractor shall, as necessary, provide all equipment needed to perform the work safely and to meet the requirements herein.

2.1.5. Installation Property. Contractor shall exercise extreme caution to protect building finishes, private property, military property, historic material, cultural resources, etc., from damage during the performance of these contract requirements. Contractor shall be responsible for all loss or damage to Government and private property while executing contract requirements as a result of negligence on behalf of the Contractor, subcontractors, or any representatives of the Contractor or subcontractors.”

2.1.6. Contractor Vehicles. Contractor’s personnel, whose tasks involve operation of any vehicles, shall possess a valid U.S. state driver’s license, certificates and permits, applicable for the type and class of vehicle being operated.

2.1.6.1. Limited Access. The Contractor shall only use existing roadways when transporting personnel and/or material during the execution of the contract. The Contractor shall strictly adhere to the foregoing and shall not develop new ingress or egress roads.

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2.1.6.2. Parking. The Contractor shall ensure that its personnel use designated parking areas only. Personal and non-construction related vehicles shall not be parked on grassy, gravel, or landscaped areas (unless identified as acceptable in drawings).

2.1.7. Buy American Act. Construction Materials. Applying to contracts for the construction, alteration, or repair of any public building or public work in the United States, the Contractor shall utilize commercially available off-the-shelf (COTS) construction materials in accordance with Executive Order 10582 and 41 U.S.C. chapter 83, Buy American.

2.2. Key Personnel. The personnel listed below are considered essential to the work being performed under this contract. Prior to substituting, removing, replacing, or diverting any of the specified individuals, the Contractor shall notify the KO fifteen (15) working days in advance and shall submit a written request and justification (including proposed substitutions) in sufficient detail to permit evaluation of the impact on this Contract. The proposed substitution of personnel must meet or exceed the experience and other technical requirements of the personnel being replaced.

No change in personnel shall be made by the Contractor without the prior written consent of the KO. However, in urgent situations, as determined or agreed to by the KO, an oral request to substitute key personnel may be approved and subsequently ratified by the KO in writing. Such ratification shall constitute the consent of the KO required by this paragraph. The KO will notify the Contractor within ten (10) working days after receipt of all required information of the decision on the substitution(s). In the event the proposed substitution of key personnel does not meet or exceed the experience and other technical requirements of the personnel being replaced, substitution of acceptable replacements for the individuals as specified below. The key personnel listed below may, with the consent of the contracting parties, be amended during the course of the Contract to either add or remove personnel as necessary.

PM

Superintendent Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO)/ QCM

2.2.1. PM. The Contractor shall provide a PM.

2.2.1.1. The role of the Construction PM is to be the Government’s Point of Contact (POC) for projects and administration of construction. Per project, the PM is accountable for:

2.2.1.1.1. Management of performance of all trade Contractors, review and analysis of SOW, architectural and engineering drawings and specifications; ensuring contract documents and regulations are comprehended and followed; supervision of Construction Superintendent(s), reviewing and approving their reports, submittals, monitor reported difficulties, and correcting safety violations/ deficiencies; developing, tracking, updating and controlling construction schedule; project management plan, and associated costs to achieve completion of project; coordinating the closure of a project.

2.2.1.2. The PM shall possess the following:

2.2.1.2.1. Language. Full professional working proficiency at speaking, listening, reading, and writing in English.

2.2.1.2.2. Experience. Five (5) years of experience (within the last ten (10) years) working as a Construction PM (or in a position with equivalent responsibilities) managing multiple construction projects simultaneously related to the project.

2.2.2. Superintendent. The Contractor shall assign one competent superintendent for each project. The superintendent shall be accountable for overall supervision and management of job site coordination, day-to-day operations, schedule adherence, enforcement of safety and quality, managing subcontractors, has authority to act for the Contractor, and shall be on site at all times during Construction. The superintendent is required to attend facility turnover meetings (Red Zone meetings), partnering meetings, and quality control meetings. The qualification requirements for the alternate superintendent are the same as for the superintendent.

2.2.2.1. The Superintendent shall possess the following:

2.2.2.1.1. Language. Full Professional working proficiency at speaking, listening, reading, and writing in

2.2.2.1.2. Experience. Five (5) years’ experience (within the last ten (10) years) working as a Construction Superintendent (or in a position with equivalent responsibilities), managing multiple construction projects simultaneously related to the project. The superintendent must be familiar with the requirements of Engineering Manual (EM) 385-1-1 and have experience in the areas of hazard identification and safety compliance. The individual must be capable of interpreting a critical path schedule and construction drawings. The KO may request proof of the superintendent's qualifications at any point in the project if the performance of the superintendent is in question.

2.2.3. SSHO. The SSHO shall be accountable for overall supervision and management of the

Contractor’s safety program(s) and plan(s). The contractor shall assign one SSHO for each project who will work simultaneously as the SSHO and QCM. The SSHO shall be on site at all times during construction to implement and administer the Contractor's safety program and Government-accepted Accident Prevention Plan. An alternate shall be identified in the Construction Safety Plan to serve in the event of the SSHO’s absence. The requirements for the alternate are the same as the SSHO. The SSHO shall meet the requirements of EM 385-1-1 Section

1. The SSHO must ensure that the requirements of 29 CFR 1926.16 are met for the project. It is responsibility of the Contractor to express to the KO in the event that due to the complexity of the project, one employee will be required for each position.

2.2.3.1. The SSHO shall be the Government’s POC for all aspects relating to safety. The SSHO responsibilities include, but are not limited to facilitating and ensuring the completion of facility safety assessments/investigations of reportable and non-reportable mishaps involving personal injury accidents, property damage, and cases of occupational illnesses; recording accident reports in an accurate, complete, and timely manner; assuring that claims for injuries and illnesses are posted in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration log; promoting and furnishing applicable safety and health, accident prevention, and investigation training for Contractor’s employees; assessing and evaluating work environment, identifying potential hazards, and aiding Contractor, Construction PM, and Construction Superintendent during work place inspections;

supporting Contractor, Construction PM(s), and Construction Superintendents in investigating accidents and developing measures to prevent recurrences.

2.2.3.2. The Safety Manager shall possess the following:

2.2.3.2.1. Language. Full professional working proficiency at speaking, listening, reading, and writing in

2.2.3.2.2. Experience. Five (5) years’ experience (within the last ten (10) years) working as a SSHO (or in a position with equivalent responsibilities), identifying potential risks and hazards, investigating accidents, and promote occupational safety on multiple construction projects, simultaneously, related to the project.

2.2.3.2.3. Certification. SSHO shall possess active credentials as a Certified Safety and Health Official

(CSHO) in construction or Master Certification (MC) from an OSHA Training Institute Education Centers.

2.2.4. QCM. The QCM shall be accountable for overall supervision and management of the construction’s quality control and management program(s) and plan(s). The contractor shall assign one QCM for each project who will work simultaneously as SSHO and QCM. The QCM shall be on site at all times during construction and alternate shall be identified in the Construction Quality Control Plan to serve in the event of the QCM’s absence. The requirements for the alternate are the same as the QCM. It is the responsibility of the Contractor to express to the KO in the event that due to the complexity of the project, one employee will be required for each position.

2.2.4.1. The QCM is to be the Government’s POC for all aspects relating to quality control. the QCM responsibilities include but are not limited to the supervision and management of the Contractor’s quality control and management program(s) and plan(s) in accordance with specifications;

inspecting work for conformance to project plans and specifications identifying issues arising during construction and verifying that deficiencies have been corrected; recording and notifying the PM and/or Superintendent of problems on a timely basis so that corrections can be made without impact to the project schedule; creating, updating and maintaining the project submittal log and all other project specific quality control reports; reviewing shop drawings and submittals for conformance with project specifications by direct review and by leveraging the knowledge and experience of others in the project team when necessary; scheduling, reviewing, certifying, and managing submittals, including those of subcontractors, designers of record, consultants, manufacturers, offsite fabricators, suppliers, and purchasing agents; tracking preparatory, initial, and follow-up control phases and control, verification, and acceptance tests including documentation; continuing development of the project Quality Control Plan to address the specific needs of task orders, as required; examining the work area to assure that all required preliminary work has been completed and is in compliance with the contract; reviewing drawings and each paragraph of applicable specifications, reference codes, and standards applicable to work being performed in the field.

2.2.4.2. The QCM shall possess the following:

2.2.4.2.1. Language. Full professional working proficiency at speaking, listening, reading, and writing in

2.2.4.2.2. Experience. Five (5) years’ experience (within the last ten (10) years) working as a QCM (or in a position with equivalent responsibilities), managing multiple construction projects simultaneously related to the project.

2.3. Utilities. The Government will provide electricity and water for Contractor use in conjunction with this contract where available, and commodities will be at no cost to the Contractor. The Contractor shall instruct employees in utilities conservation practices. The Contractor shall be responsible for operating under conditions that preclude the waste of utilities. Contractor shall meter all utilities used and report them to Sustainability & Energy and Engineering Services Division. To coordinate the use of utilities please contact the COR. The Contractor shall provide its own sources of utilities (water, electricity, etc.) needed to complete the work in the SOW at locations where Government utilities are not available.

2.3.1. Utilities Cutovers and Interruptions. All anticipated utility outages shall be coordinated with DPW through the COR. A minimum advance notice of fourteen (14) calendar days shall be provided by the Contractor. Make utility cutovers and interruptions after normal working hours or on Saturdays, Sundays, and Government holidays unless directed otherwise. Conform to procedures required in paragraph Work Outside Regular Hours.

2.3.2. Portable Latrines. The Contractor shall be responsible for furnishing portable latrines as required by OSHA and American National Standards Institute (ANSI), for the use of employees at such locations as designated by the KO or COR.

2.4. Hours of Operation.

2.4.1. Normal Work Hours. The Contractor shall perform all work during normal work hours. Normal work hours are defined as the time period from 0730 hours (7:30 AM) to 1630 hours (4:30 PM) MDT/MST, Mondays through Fridays except on Federal holidays or when the Government facility is closed due to local or national emergencies, administrative closings, or similar Government directed facility closings. The Contractor shall not be reimbursed when the Government facility is closed for the above reasons.

2.4.1.1. Federal Government Holidays. For Government holidays visit https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/federal-holidays/#url=Overview .

2.4.1.2. This list of holidays relates to Government duty days and is not intended to supplement or otherwise alter the provisions of any Wage Determination regarding applicable paid holidays.

2.4.1.3. It is understood and agreed between the Government and the Contractor that observance of such days by Government personnel will not be a reason for an additional period of performance, or entitlement of compensation except as set forth within the contract. In the event the Contractor’s personnel work during the holiday, the Contractor may reimburse them; however, no form of holiday or other premium compensation will be reimbursed either as a direct or indirect cost, other than their normal compensation for the time worked, unless stipulated otherwise. This provision does not preclude reimbursement for authorized overtime work if applicable.

2.4.1.3.1. When the Department of Defense grants excused absence to its employees, the Contractor agrees to continue to provide sufficient personnel to perform critical tasks already in operation or scheduled, and shall be guided by the instructions issued by the KO or the COR.

2.4.1.4. If Government personnel are furloughed, the Contractor shall contact the KO or the COR to receive direction. It is the Government’s decision as to whether the contract price/cost will be affected as a result of Government shutdown and/or furloughed Government employees. In the event that Government shutdown and/or furloughed Government employee does impact contract price/cost, a negotiated settlement will be reached as deemed appropriate by the KO.

2.4.2. Approval of Work Outside Normal Work Hours. Work outside regular working hours requires KO approval. Make application fifteen (15) calendar days prior to such work to allow arrangements to be made by the Government for inspecting the work in progress, giving the specific dates, hours, location, type of work to be performed, contract number and project title.

Based on the justification provided, the KO may approve work outside regular hours. During periods of darkness, the different parts of the work must be lighted in a manner approved by the

KO.

2.5. Approval of work other than normal work-hours of the military reservation will be based upon the requirements of the task, technical or safety factors and not for the convenience of the Contractor.

This is not intended to restrict the Contractor to an 8-hour day if the segment of project requires continuous work until completed because of mission requirements, the technical nature thereof, in the interest of safety, or to prevent damage to the project or other property. The Contractor shall give prior notice of such requirements to the KO. The KO may authorize the Contractor to perform work outside of normal working hours and/or working days. When the Government requires the Contractor to work outside normal hours, the Contractor shall be notified at the onset of the project, but not less than 24 hours in advance.

2.6. Historical Properties. All work performed on historic properties, or within historic districts and view sheds, shall meet the Secretary of Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties; AR 200-1: Environmental Protection and Enhancement; the Fort Bliss Integrated Cultural Resource Management Plan (ICRMP); the Fort Bliss Programmatic Agreement for the Management, Operation, and Development of Historic Properties; and all associated regulations. The code of Federal Regulations can be found at eCFR :: 36 CFR Part 68 -- The Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties.

2.6.1. The Historic Architecture Program within the Fort Bliss Directorate of Public Works – Environmental Division (DPW-ED) or DPW-ED Cultural Resource Manager (CRM) shall review and approve the project before any work begins. All coordination with DPW-ED shall be made through the COR.

2.6.2. The Contractor shall comply with all of the laws, regulations, orders, and procedures governing historic preservation, including the following documents: National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 (NHPA) as amended, and the Integrated Cultural Resource Management Plan (ICRMP) for Fort Bliss. All work done on historic properties, or properties within the view shed of a historic district must be reviewed and approved by Cultural Resource Manager (CRM) Staff prior to start of work. Contact Fort Bliss Historic Architect, for details and requirements. Coordinate with Fort Bliss Historic Architect POC via COR.

2.6.3. The Contractor shall provide maximum protection, take every reasonable means, and exercise care to prevent unnecessary damage to exiting historic structures, contemporary structures, landscape plantings, natural features, roads, utilities, and other public or private facilities. Special attention shall be given to historic structures, natural and landscape features of the areas to protect these elements and their surroundings. In addition, Contractor shall remove or alter existing work in such a manner as to prevent injury or damage to any portions of the existing work which remain and repair or replace portions of existing work which have been altered during construction operations to match existing or adjoining work, as approved by the KO. At the completion of operations, existing work shall be in a condition equal to or better than that which existed before new work started.

2.7. Environmental. The Contractor shall perform all work in such a manner as to minimize the polluting of air, water, or land and shall, within reasonable limits, control noise and the disposal of solid waste material, as well as other pollutants. The Contractor shall comply with AR-420-47 Solid & Hazardous Waste Management, Title 40 CFR Part 260 through 273 and with all Federal, State, and local laws and regulations concerning environmental pollution control.

Compliance by Subcontractors shall be the responsibility of the Contractor.

2.7.1. Permits.

2.7.1.1. If it is applicable, the Hazardous Material Abatement. The Contractor shall coordinate all hazardous material removal with the DPW-ED through the COR and execute all projects in strict adherence to the latest installation, Federal, state, and local regulations. Copies of the ten

(10) day notification shall be required prior to any abatement. Copies of all clearance reports, air monitoring, and waste manifests shall be required at the completion of the project. All notifications and records pertaining to hazardous materials shall be submitted to the Fort Bliss Safety Office, Industrial Hygiene Services, COR, and DPW-ED Asbestos and Lead Program Manager.

2.7.1.1.1. ASBESTOS CONTAINING MATERIALS (ACM): Shall be removed by licensed and trained individuals (Texas Administrative Code Title 25, Part 1, [25 TAC] §296.41 - §296.62) in accordance with 25 TAC §296.211 - §296.213. If the project disturbs 10 square feet or less of ACM for each small project or task, the proponent shall follow 25 TAC §296.233: Alternative Asbestos Practices and Procedures for Small Projects and Repetitive Tasks in a Public Building.

A registered asbestos abatement worker may perform a small project or repetitive task that disturbs ACM. Written notification must be provided, as required in 25 TAC §296.251. The clearance-level assessment must be conducted as required in 25 TAC §296.213.

2.7.1.1.2. LEAD-BASED PAINT (LBP): Lead abatement is defined as the complete removal of the hazardous substance from the building substrate. For work which only involves stabilizing and encapsulating LBP such as peeling paint, drilling into painted walls, or other similar work, the Contractor shall provide the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), government representative, and DPW-ED the start date of the work and the information of the licensed lead contractor. The Contractor can obtain additional guidance from DPW-ED on lead-related work to include engineering controls, personnel safety and work practices. According to methodology and requirements specified by 25 TAC §295.201 - §295.220. Handling lead-based paint activities, as defined in 25 TAC §295.202 shall only be conducted according to the procedures and standards contained in 25 TAC §295.212 relating to Standards for Conducting Lead-Based Paint Activities. However, the standards contained in 25 TAC §295.212 do not apply when treating paint-lead hazards less than: (1) two square feet of deteriorated LBP per room or equivalent; (2) 20 square feet of deteriorated LBP on the exterior building, or (3) 10% of the total surface area of deteriorated LBP on an interior or exterior type of component with a small surface area.

2.7.1.1.3. NOTIFICATIONS: A proper notification shall be submitted to the State of Jurisdiction (25 TAC 296.251) no less than 10 working days prior to commencement of abatement activity and a copy shall be provided to the COR, government representative, and DPW-ED. If the amounts of ACM are less than the notification thresholds, the customer shall notify DPW-ED of the start date of the small-scale abatement and provide a plan containing the licensed abatement company information, abatement methodologies, and the anticipated amounts of materials to be removed.

2.7.1.1.4. FEES & WASTE MANIFEST: The Contractor shall also provide DPW-ED with a copy of the waste manifest and clearance report, i.e., air sampling, if applicable. The Contractor will also be responsible for all State Asbestos Abatement/Demolition Notification fees. The appropriate DPW-ED personnel appointed by the Fort Bliss Garrison Commander is responsible for signing the waste manifest. The return address of the manifest must be DPW-ED.

2.7.1.1.5. RIGHT-TO-KNOW: Prior to conducting any activities that could disturb building materials, it is recommended to have the government representative reviews the attached survey to ensure the current site conditions are reflected by the report and additional materials have not been installed. The Contractor should receive a copy of these findings from the government representative so they can provide their workforce with the necessary OSHA Right-to-Know communication and to determine if special handling is required by either their company policy or OSHA compliance personnel (OSHA 1910.1001).

2.7.1.1.6. FOR NEW BUILDING MATERIALS: The Project Engineer, Architect or authorized persons shall submit to the point of contact listed below or alternate government program manager a letter verifying and certifying that all building materials used in the construction, renovation or remodeling contains no toxic substances, i.e. asbestos, lead, or other regulated toxic substances.

2.7.1.1.7. SUSPECT MATERIALS/INCIDENTAL ENCOUNTER: Should any suspect ACM be encountered/disturbed as part of the renovation project these materials will need to be sampled prior renovations or suspect material could be presumed to be ACM and managed accordingly.

Upon discovery, the Contractor shall inform the COR, government representative, and DPW-

ED.

2.7.1.1.8. ASBESTOS & LEAD WASTE: It is the responsibility of the Contractor to coordinate with DPW‐ED to ensure the ACM and/or LBP waste generated by this project is properly disposed of in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Disposal costs shall be charged to the project or related contract as applicable. DPW‐ED shall receive a copy of the waste profile issued by the disposal facility. Waste manifests must use the Fort Bliss Environmental Protection Agency Identification Number, and only DPW‐ED personnel appointed in writing by the Garrison Commander are authorized to sign the manifests on behalf of Fort Bliss. The original manifests signed by the disposal facilities shall be provided to DPW‐

ED.

2.7.1.2. Air Emissions. Construction Operating Permits may be required prior to the installation of a significant, stationary, and/or air emissions source. Possible sources include but are not limited to:

boilers, generators, paint booths, baghouses, cyclones, painting operations, wood working operations, welding operations, de-painting or blasting operations, engine test cells, solvent baths/degreasers, fuel storage tanks, or fueling operations. The air emission units listed above may also require a modification to the installation’s Title V Permit and cannot be installed nor operated until a permit is issued is issued by the state permitting authority as applicable. Coordinate with the Air Program Manager via the COR for further guidance.

2.7.2. Products. No Applicable

2.7.3. Hazardous Materials Requirements

2.7.3.1. Certification of Asbestos Free Construction. Texas House Bill 1927, effective September 2001, requires a Safety Data Sheet and a signed statement by an architect, engineer or Texas Department of Health Inspector identifying presence of asbestos containing material in all construction building materials (reference Texas Asbestos Health Protection Rules, Section 295.34, Part J). The Contractor shall provide a signed statement a CERTIFICATION form and attached with Safety Data Sheet (SDS) on each construction material (i.e. interior & exterior material of construction including mastic, sealant, roofing felt, roofing coating, non-roofing coating, floor tile and mastic, pipeline wrap, any type of friction material, etc.) and equipment.

If, during construction, ACM is found the material shall not be disturbed by grinding, breaking, scraping or crushing, but shall be abated or removed by a licensed company with properly trained personnel using best management practices to prevent worker exposure, and proper handling and disposal of Asbestos Containing Materials (ACM). If ACM is encountered contact the Lead/Asbestos Program via the COR for further guidance.

2.7.3.2. Hazardous/ Regulated Materials. Hazardous materials (new) that are required for the project need to get approval from AFSB-FB through the Haz-Mart. The SDS is submitted to the Haz-Mart for review and approval. Once approved it can be brought and used on the installation, and must be stored according to the manufacturer’s recommendation.

2.7.3.3. No material other than construction materials, e.g. PVC, CPVC, or other suitable materials, will be brought into the installation.

2.7.4. Construction Waste Management and Disposal

2.7.4.1. Salvage, Waste, and Disposal. The Contractor shall dispose of excess scrap, materials, debris or waste at an approved off-post location IAW applicable Local, State and Federal laws and regulations and pay any related fees. Burning or burial of materials is not permitted. The Contractor shall maintain a clean work area free of construction debris.

2.7.4.2. Daily Clean Up. The cleanup of the work site shall include, but not limited to, the removal of scrap (waste materials), spoils, debris, and salvage material that results from work on this project as well as general upkeep of the site to include mowing, trimming and weed control. The Contractor shall maintain a clean work area, free of construction debris. The Contractor shall clean the work site daily as well as after completion of the project in the project site, yard, and grounds, in areas disturbed by construction activities, including landscape development areas, of rubbish, waste material, litter and foreign substances.

2.7.4.3. Texas Commission of Environmental Quality (TCEQ). Contractor shall comply with Texas

Commission on Environmental Quality, Chapter 290 – Public Drinking Water, 290.101 – 290.119, 290.121, 290.122, Effective March 30, 2017, or most current approved version. The purpose of these standards is to assure the safety of public water supplies with respect to microbiological, chemical, and radiological quality and to further efficient processing through control tests, laboratory checks, operating records, and reports of public water supply systems.

2.7.4.3.1. For new construction it is required to follow the plumbing code for the state of Texas before they can connect to secondary water system. A customer service inspection (CSI) certificate shall be completed prior to providing continuous water service to new construction, on any existing service either when the water purveyor has reason to believe that cross-connections or other potential contaminant hazards exist, or after any material improvement, correction, or addition to the private water distribution facilities.

2.7.4.4. [Deconstructed and Salvageable Materials. All items and materials to be salvaged shall be carefully removed, cleaned, prepared for storage, delivered and stored where indicated and-or specified. Salvageable material is an object or material that can be reused again, either for its original purpose or for a similar purpose, without significantly altering the physical form of the object or material.]

2.7.4.5. Haul Routes. The Contractor shall submit haul routes, spill prevention and contingency plans to the COR and DPW-ED for review and approval prior to start of work. Any costs associated with spill cleanup, decontamination, abatement, disposal, mitigation, etc., shall be borne by the Contractor.

2.7.4.6. Solid Waste & Recycling Programs. Proposed project shall generate waste streams from the demolition of building construction; however, it is not anticipated that the project will generate recyclable materials, i.e. paper, plastics, scrap metal, wood pallets and other eligible materials in large quantities. Generation of administrative / project management process can be handled with desk side recycling and waste containers. The Recycling Program can assist with desk side Recycling Containers, call 915-568-1537 for more information and availability.

2.7.4.6.1. General Prohibition. Any construction debris containing hazards or toxic substances such as lead, asbestos, mercury, polychlorinated biphenyls (PCB) or other known, identifiable materials shall not be disposed of in trash and recycling containers, but require special handling and disposal requirements. Hazardous materials or wastes such as oil, fuel, paints, lubricants, cleaning solvents, etc. are prohibited from being disposed of in trash and recycling containers. Violations of these prohibitions can subject the proponent and Contractor to clean contaminated facilities and containers, or reimburse the Government for cleaning contaminated facilities and containers.

Furthermore, the prohibition of burying and burning any trash (hazardous or non-hazardous), chemicals and other disposable materials is strictly disallowed and illegal subjecting the Contractor, its subcontractors and the proponent to legal issues. The Government will seek reimbursement for the entire costs of cleaning, removing, mitigating contamination, and other actions to restore the area and resource to its near original condition

2.7.4.7. All recyclable / reusable waste and recycled materials shall be reported in the units of measure, pounds for diversion reporting purposes. Provide data to the Solid Waste and Recycling manager via COR.

2.7.4.7.1. Construction and Demolition (C&D) Diversion Requirement. All bulk materials from the demolition of roadway materials such as asphalt and concrete may be recycled into crushed aggregate, and the proponent needs to require to the greatest extent as possible recycling or diverting said materials as the 40% construction and demolition (C&D) diversion rate for FY 2020, and +2% for each year incremental increase. Note: U.S. Government fiscal year (FY), FY2021, is Oct. 1, 2020 – Sep. 31, 2021. C&D WASTE REQUIREMENT: All C&D waste materials that cannot be recycled or reused, it is the proponent and its Contractor and Subcontractors responsibility that all waste be disposed of at a permitted landfill or waste disposal facility.

2.7.4.8. Records & Data Reporting Requirements. All weight tickets and manifests for waste and diverted or recycled materials shall be submitted to the Government PM or COR. The Government PM or COR will provide the copies of these records to the DPW Environmental Division. Records can be emailed to the following organizational email: usarmy.bliss.id-readiness.mbx.environmental-compliance@mail.mil (display as: USARMY Ft Bliss ID-READINESS Mailbox Environmental Compliance).

2.7.4.9. Ground Contamination.

2.7.4.9.1. Cleanup and disposal of any encountered contaminated soil shall be coordinated with DPW-ED via the COR. Waste manifests shall use the Fort Bliss Environmental Protection Agency Identification Number. Only personnel appointed in writing by the Garrison Commander are authorized to sign manifests on behalf of Fort Bliss. The original manifests signed by the disposal facilities shall be provided to DPW-ED via the COR.

During construction activities, any accidental releases of hazardous materials such as fuel on the ground shall be reported to the Fort Bliss Fire Department at 911. Fort Bliss Hazardous Waste Field Services (HWFS) Contractor can provide cleanup and waste disposal support if the Contractor has established an account; all services provided by HWFS are fully reimbursable to the Government and its Contractor. The party responsible for the spill will be billed through the Fort Bliss Resource Management Office.

2.7.4.10. Archaeology. Report any inadvertent discoveries to DPW-ED immediately. If Bone is encountered, STOP DIGGING IMMEDIATELY and notify the Fort Bliss Archaeologists via the COR immediately. An archeologist will conduct a site visit and assess the find. Work can continue in that area when all cultural work is completed. If changes to the design occur, please re-submit for review.

2.7.4.11. Proponent is advised that it is illegal to excavate or remove any archeological resource located on public lands without a permit to do so; applicants for such permit must be qualified to carry out archeological excavations. Violators of this regulation are subject to civil and/or criminal penalties.

2.7.5. Natural Resources Program. All construction activities with potential to impact Natural Resources need approval from the DPW-E Division prior to activities.

2.7.5.1. Threatened and Endangered Species (T&E) and their Habitats. The project area must be cleared of T&E species, sensitive species, Locally Important Natural Resources (LINR) and their habitats prior to construction activities.

2.7.5.2. Migratory Bird Treaty Act. All construction activities with potential to remove vegetation during the migratory bird nesting season (February 15th through September 15th) need to have an avian nest search completed by a qualified biologist prior to activities to prevent the “take” of a protected species. Before any ground disturbance, a burrowing owl burrow survey needs to be completed if construction activities occur between March 1st and October 30th.

2.7.5.2.1. Electric. The electric company is required to ensure that all above ground transmission poles and lines (temporary and permanent) are compliant with Edison Electric Institute and Aviation Power Line Interaction Suggested Practices for Raptor Protection on Power lines, specifically for raptors since they utilize power poles on post and have the greatest wingspan. All equipment must be properly insulated and grounded, and adequately spaced to avoid raptor electrocutions. Bird deterrents or alternative perches need to be installed on poles and cross arms when line configurations do not allow for adequate wire separation to avoid avian electrocutions.

2.7.5.3. Invasive Plants. If invasive plant species are known to occur near the proposed action area, all earth moving equipment should be thoroughly washed prior to and before leaving the site to prevent both the introduction and spread of invasive plant species.

2.7.5.4. Fencing. Fenced areas need to include design option with a buried apron of chain-link fabric buried up to 24” and extending 48” outward to prevent animals from burrowing under the fence.

2.7.6. Pollution Prevention Act (PPA). Conduct cleaning and waste removal operations to comply with

Federal and local environmental and anti-pollution regulations. Pollution (air, water, solid, toxics and hazardous waste) should be prevented or reduced at the source and pollution that cannot be prevented should be recycled in an environmentally safe manner, whenever feasible. If pollution cannot be prevented or recycled it should be treated in an environmental safe manner or released into the environment in an environmental safe manner as a last resort.

2.7.6.1. Dispose of the construction related wastewater off Government property in accordance with 40 CFR 403, state, regional, and local laws, and regulations.

2.7.6.2. Water discharges into the sewer system as a result of this project shall abide by the conditions and requirements of El Paso Water (EPW) Rules 9 and 15. No foreign items, construction debris, chemicals, nor oils shall be introduced into the sanitary sewer collection system.

2.7.7. Noise Control. The Contractor shall comply with all applicable state and local laws, ordinances, and regulations relative to noise control.

2.8. Safety. The Contractor shall provide a safe working environment for key consultants and all persons in his/her employ as prescribed by United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Engineering Manual (EM) 385-1-1, “General Safety Requirements” and 29 CFR 1910 “Occupational Health and Safety” and all other applicable DoD, Army, Federal, State, and Local safety and health requirements. The Contractor shall be responsible for all damages to persons and property that occur in connection with the work and service under this contract, without recourse against the Government.

2.8.1. Accident Prevention Plan (APP)/Safety Plan. Contractor shall Prepare and submit an APP for approval no later than fifteen (15) days after contract award. Once reviewed and accepted by the KO, the APP and attachments will be enforced as part of the Contract. The APP shall be in accordance with the format and requirements of EM 385-1-1, Appendix A, and as supplemented herein. Cover all paragraph and subparagraph elements in EM 385-1-1, Appendix A and show compliance with NASA NPR 8715.3. The APP must be job-specific and address any unusual or unique aspects of the project or activity for which it is written. The APP must interface with the Contractor's overall safety and health program referenced in the APP in the applicable APP element, and made site-specific. Describe the methods to evaluate past safety performance of potential subcontractors in the selection process. Also, describe innovative methods used to ensure and monitor safe work practices of subcontractors. The Government considers the Prime Contractor to be the "controlling authority" for all work site safety and health of the subcontractors. Contractors are responsible for informing their subcontractors of the safety provisions under the terms of the Contract and the penalties for noncompliance, coordinating the work to prevent one craft from interfering with or creating hazardous working conditions for other crafts, and inspecting subcontractor operations to ensure that accident prevention responsibilities are being carried out. The APP must be signed by an officer of the firm (Prime Contractor senior person), the individual preparing the APP, the on-site superintendent, the designated SSHO, the Contractor QCM, and any designated Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Health Physicist (CIH). The SSHO must provide and maintain the APP and a log of signatures by each subcontractor foreman, attesting that they have read and understand the APP, and make the APP and log available on-site to the KO. If English is not the foreman's primary language, the Prime Contractor must provide an interpreter.

2.8.1.1. Disregarding the provisions of this Contract or the accepted APP is cause for stopping of work, at the discretion of the KO, until the matter has been rectified. Continuously review and amend the APP, as necessary, throughout the life of the Contract. Changes to the accepted APP must be made with the knowledge and concurrence of the KO, project superintendent, SSHO and QCM.

2.8.2. Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA). Before beginning each activity, task or Definable Feature of Work (DFOW) involving a type of work presenting hazards not experienced in previous project operations, or where a new work crew or subcontractor is to perform the work, the Contractor(s) performing that work activity must prepare an AHA. AHAs must be developed by the Prime Contractor, subcontractor, or supplier performing the work, and provided for Prime Contractor review and approval before submitting to the KO. AHAs must be signed by the SSHO, Superintendent, QC Manager and the subcontractor Foreman performing the work.