SOW - Tank and Bilge.docx

Tank and Bilge Cleaning and Disposal Services Attachment 1 - SOW

STATEMENT of WORK (SOW) Tank and Bilge Cleaning and Disposal Services and Power Washing Services

1.0 GENERAL:

1.1 Background

It is anticipated that the CG Yard will require tank and bilge cleaning and disposal services, Marine Chemist services, and power washing services of underwater hulls due to the number of vessels scheduled for Yard availability. The vessel lengths currently at the Yard vary among 378’ High Endurance Cutters, 360’ Offshore Patrol Cutters, 295’ Eagle, 270’ Medium Endurance Cutters, 225’ Seagoing Buoy Tenders, 210’ Medium Endurance Cutters, 175’ Coastal Buoy Tender, 154’ Fast Response Cutter, 140’ Ice Breakers, 110’ and 87’ Patrol Boats, and Navy YP Vessels.

1.2 SCOPE:

The Contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, tools, supervision, and other items necessary to perform tank and bilge cleaning disposal services, Marine Chemist services, and power washing services of underwater hulls as defined in this SOW, except for those items specified as government furnished property and services. The Contractor shall perform to the standards in this SOW. If no standards are specified, then performance should be in accordance with a commercially reasonable standard. This requirement is for the provision of tank and bilge cleaning and disposal services, Marine Chemist services, and power washing services of underwater hulls at the U.S. Coast Guard Yard (CG Yard)), Curtis Bay, Baltimore, MD. Performance shall take place on vessels in dry-dock or pier-side.

1.3 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTATION

1.3.1 COMPLIANCE PUBLICATIONS

Surface Forces Logistics Center Standard Specification 0000 (SFLC Std Spec 0000), Latest Edition, General Requirement Surface Forces Logistics Center Standard Specification 8634 (SFLC Std Spec 0000), Latest Edition, General Requirement

1.3.2 REFERENCE PUBLICATIONS

CG Yard Environmental Management Systems (EMS) CG Yard Storm Water Pollution and Prevention Plan (SWPPP) CG Yard Spill Prevention Control and Counter Measure Plan (SPCC) CG Yard Facilities Response Plan

1.3.3 Federal, State, and Local Laws and Regulations:

· 29 CFR §1915 Occupational Safety and Health Standards for Shipyard Employment – Competent Person

· 29 CFR §1915.14 – Occupational Safety and Health Standards for shipyard Employment – Hot Work

· 33 CFR Title 154 – Title 33 – Navigation and Navigable Waters, Chapter I – Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security (Continued), Subchapter O - Pollution, Part 154 – Facilities Transferring Oil or Hazardous Material in Bulk

· 40 CFR Part 279 – Standards for the Management of Used Oil

· Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR) Title 26, Department of the Environment, Subtitle 10 – Oil Pollution and Tank Management and federal regulations 40 CFR Part 279 – Standards for the Management of Used Oil

· All applicable Federal, State and Local Laws and Regulations

2.0 SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS/TASKS

2.1 Types of tanks, storage tanks and bilges:

Types of tanks on vessels:

Types of Yard Storage Tanks:

1. 10K STORAGE TANK (2 each) [Bldg. 62B]

2. 4K STORAGE TANK [portable]

3. 500 GALLON STORAGE TANK (4 each) [portable]

4. OTHER STORAGE TANKS (rentals for individual projects)

Types of bilges:

1. ENGINE ROOM

2. MOTOR ROOM

3. STORAGE COMPARTMENTS

4. AUX MACHINERY SPACES

5. SHAFT ALLEYS

2.2 Tank Construction:

2.2.1 Centerline: Located near the centerline of ship, above double bottom, having a minimum number of structural members inside.

2.2.2 Wing: Located along the sides of the ship, usually narrow and deep, with many structural members inside.

2.2.3 Double Bottom: Located in the lowest part of ship, having a maximum number of structural members inside.

2.2.4 Independent: Located in a compartment and not an integral part of ship's structure.

2.3 Tank Cleaning Conditions:

All the tanks and voids are to be cleaned in accordance with the following CG Yard cleanliness conditions. The conditions to which the Contractor must clean each tank will be specified on the task order.

2.3.1 Condition Code (A) clean for use:

· All liquid in each tank shall be removed, including but not limited to, solids, sludge, residue, debris, rags, and cleaning liquid.

· This shall require a Gas Free Certification, safe for personnel, safe for hot work.

· Provide 140 degrees F + or - 10 degrees hot water, detergent cleaning and wipe dry for Diesel Oil and Lube Oil Tanks.

· Provide 140 degrees F + or - 10 degrees Hot Water, detergent cleaning and wipe dry w/lint free cloths for Hydraulic Oil Tanks.

· Provide cold water cleaning and wiped dry for JP-5 Oil Tanks.

· Provide cold water cleaning under pressure, hand scrapping of scale build-up, and removal of remaining residue for Sewage and Grey Water Tanks.

· Provide cold water washing, under pressure to the interior of all Ballast Water Tanks and Voids beginning at the top, proceeding down the sides and across the bottom of the tank or void. Remove residual water and wipe DRY.

· Provide hot water and soap suds to scrub the interior of all Potable Water Tanks beginning at the top, proceeding down the sides and across the bottom of the tank. Remove residual water and wipe DRY.

· All tanks shall be wiped DRY to the finished surface.

2.3.2 Condition Code (B) clean to Gas Free.

· All liquid in each tank shall be removed, including but not limited to, solids, sludge, residue, debris, rags, and cleaning liquid.

· This condition will require a Gas Free Certification, safe for personnel, safe for hot work.

· Provide 140 degrees F + or - 10 degrees hot water, detergent cleaning, and wipe dry Diesel Oil and Lube Oil Tanks.

· Provide 140 degrees F + or - 10 degrees hot water, detergent cleaning, and wipe dry w/lint free cloths for Hydraulic Oil Tanks.

· Provide cold water cleaning and wipe dry for JP-5 Oil Tanks.

· Provide cold water cleaning under pressure, hand scrapping of scale build-up, and removal of remaining residue for Sewage, Grey Water, and Fuel Tanks.

· All tanks shall be wiped DRY, removing all residue from surface.

2.3.3 Condition Code (C), clean to Gas Free and to SSPC-SP-1, Society for Protective Coatings – Solvent Cleaning.

· All liquid in each tank shall be removed, including but not limited to, solids, sludge, residue, debris, rags, and cleaning liquid.

· This condition requires a Gas Free Certification, safe for personnel, safe for hot work.

· Provide 140 degrees F + or - 10 degrees hot water, detergent cleaning and wipe dry for Diesel Oil and Lube Oil Tanks.

· Provide 140 degrees F + or - 10 degrees hot water, detergent cleaning and wipe dry w/lint free cloths for Hydraulic Oil Tanks.

· Provide cold water cleaning and wipe dry for JP-5 Oil Tanks.

· Provide cold water cleaning, under pressure, hand scraping of scale build-up, and removal of remaining residue for Sewage, Grey Water, and Fuel Tanks.

· All tanks shall be wiped with cleaning solvent and wiped DRY, removing all residue from surface.

2.4 Bilge Cleaning Conditions:

Bilges are to be cleaned in accordance with the following CG Yard cleanliness conditions. The conditions to which the Contractor must clean each tank will be specified on the task order. The Contractor may encounter oily water, solids, sludge, and various debris while cleaning the bilges. The Contractor shall provide proper cleaning equipment to clean under numerous structural members and inside pockets, as well as machinery foundations, where liquids collect.

2.4.1 Condition Code (A), clean for use:

· All material removed to eliminate all substances, including but not limited to liquids, solids, sludge, debris, rags and cleaning liquids

· This condition will require detergent cleaning and wiped DRY.

· This condition may require a gas free certificate.

2.4.2 Condition Code (B), clean to Gas Free:

· All material removed to eliminate all volatile substances including but not limited to liquids, solids, sludge, debris, rags, and cleaning liquids.

· This condition will require detergent cleaning and wiped DRY. Some tanks (i.e., sewage, grey water) may require bleaching prior to cleaning to assist in removing any residue from the surface.

· This condition requires a Gas Free certificate.

2.4.3 Condition Code (C), clean to Gas Free and SSPC-SP-1, Society for Protective Coatings

Solvent Cleaning:

· All material removed to eliminate all volatile substances including but not limited to liquids, solids, sludge, debris, rags and cleaning liquids.

· This condition will require detergent cleaning and wipe with cleaning solvent and wiped DRY. Some tanks (i.e., sewage, grey water) may require bleaching prior to cleaning to assist in removing any residue from the surface.

· This condition requires a Gas Free certificate.

2.4.4 Task Orders: Each individual task order shall contain the following:

A. Date and time service is required for NLT (no later than) start and completion.

B. Size of tank to be worked.

C. Type of tank to be worked.

D. Cleanliness Code (A), (B), or (C) to be used and gas free requirements.

E. Estimated quantity of liquid to be removed.

F. Name and location of vessel and tanks.

G. Name of Ship Superintendent to contact for positioning of equipment.

2.5 Marine Chemist:

The Marine Chemist must be certified by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).

2.5.1 The Marine Chemist shall inspect and certify tanks, bilges, compartments, and other areas onboard vessels as being “Atmosphere Safe for Workers” and/or “Safe for Hot Work” in accordance with NFPA 306 “Standard for the Control of Gas Hazards on Vessels.

2.5.2 The Marine Chemist shall provide a certificate listing the Gas Free-certified spaces, in order from forward to aft of the vessel. The Marine Chemist shall provide the Ship Superintendent (SS) and Yard Fire House all gas-free certifications.

2.6 Power Washing Services Underwater Hull:

The underwater (U/W) hull of vessels is defined as the underwater body and appendages of vessels to include, but not limited to sea chests, props, shafts, thruster tunnels, and rudders. All power washing shall commence within four (4) hours after the vessel has docked and completed within twenty-four (24) hours, in accordance with SFLC STD Spec 8634, paragraph 3.5.4.

· Contractors shall construct containment to capture any water and debris generated from the washing and cleaning processes, prior to the start of power washing.

· Contractors shall maintain containment areas to prevent water and debris from reaching the creek, trough or drains.

· Contractor shall low pressure wash U/W Hull and appendages with pressure washer producing 3,000 psi and no greater than 5,000 psi of water pressure to achieve

Condition “A” cleanliness. Wash areas until leaching layer is removed down to the antifouling coating.

· Contractors shall scrape barnacles and marine growth that pressure washing cannot remove.

· The contractor shall pump, dispose of or recycle the water and debris at contractor's expense.

· Contractor shall clean containment area as an ongoing process and perform a final clean that will require a final inspection from COR/SS.

· Contractor’s water hose connections must be compatible with government's connections.

· The contractor shall provide all equipment needed as stated in Section 4.3.

2.7 Tasks:

The Contractor shall provide the requested services within 24 hours of notification. This notification will be issued in the form of a task order or verbal authorization via email by the contracting officer to include a not to exceed the amount. The government, at its discretion, may modify the task order to add/reduce the estimated scope of work and/or duration required.

· Contractor must maintain a qualified workforce sufficient to complete performance within the specified time frame

· The Contractor shall provide safety and health controls for (a) protection to the life and health of employees and other personnel, (b) for prevention of damage to property, materials, supplies and equipment, and (c) against any hazardous conditions aboard ship. The Contractor shall report to the COR or technical point of contact any damage to property, materials, supplies, and equipment incident to work performed in accordance with provisions of the contract. If a hazardous situation arises during cleaning operations, the Contractor shall immediately stop work and report the incident to the COR or technical point of contact.

· The Contractor shall ensure that all work areas are visually inspected and tested by taking environmental readings by a Competent Person (as specified in 29 CFR, §1915 Competent Person) with a gas analyzer to determine Lower Explosion Limits (LEL) and atmosphere’s oxygen (O2) content prior to initial entry of contractor employees. All environmental readings must be recorded in the Quality Control Report and provided to the COR.

· If during cleaning or pumping operations, a leak is detected in a tank or the Contractor’s equipment, the Contractor shall immediately stop work and notify the COR or technical point of contact.

· The Contractor shall keep the work area and passageways around the work areas, where hoses and lines are laid, free from any accumulation of waste materials, rubbish, or oil/water. Upon completion of work, the contractor shall remove all materials and equipment, not the property of the Government, from the premises. The Contractor shall leave the work area and premises in a clean, neat, and organized manner satisfactory to the COR or technical point of contact. The Contractor shall immediately cleanup any spill or contaminants.

· The Contractor’s Competent Person shall be responsible for ensuring that all confined space tanks are safe for entry prior to any contractor personnel entering the tanks. This can be accomplished by using a 4-gas analyzer to ensure tank atmospheric conditions are safe for personnel entry. All recordings will be recorded on the Daily Progress Report, Appendix A to this SOW, and posted outside of each tank. Normally all tank cleaning will be done during regular working hours, except when designated by the Contracting Officer. The Contractor shall ensure that all work areas that contain or have contained combustible or flammable liquids, shall be inspected by a Competent Person to determine the presence of combustible or flammable liquids.

· The Contractor is responsible for the continued status of gas free, safe for workers, and safe for hot work, until the gas free condition is certified by the Marine Chemist and the gas free Certificate is delivered to the Ship Superintendent and or Yard Firehouse as required.

· The Contractor shall furnish a written certificate stating that the designated compartments or tanks are gas free, certified by a Marine Chemist, in accordance with 29 CFR §1915.14, Paragraph (a), (2), when specified by the Cleanliness Condition Code, as described in Section 1.3.1.1, of this SOW. Certificate to be provided within twenty-four (24) hours after tanks or bilge cleaning is completed with all the spaces listed numerically from bow to stern, to include compartment name.

· Upon completion of cleaning operations, an inspection shall be performed by the COR or technical point of contact, who may reject all or any portion of the work considered unsatisfactory, in accordance with acceptable Marine Practice and Marine Chemist Standards (NFPA 306, Standard for the Control of Gas Hazards on Vessels). Any rejected work or portion thereof shall be re-cleaned at no cost to the Government within a timely manner.

· All contractor vehicles which hold or can hold hazardous materials that are left on CG Yard premises must have the Contractor’s contact information placed in the driver’s side window indicating the emergency contact number (answered 24/7/365) for the owner/operator. If a tank or other property is left on the premises, the emergency contact number for the owner/operator of the tank must be painted on the tank in a prominent location. The government will not assume liability for any vehicles, tanks, or other contractor property left on CG YARD property. The COR or technical point of contact will coordinate the location with the Yard Environmental/Security/Materials Handling.

· All material removed from tanks shall be taken off CG Yard property immediately after cleaning operations are complete. Material shall be processed in accordance with Section 1.3.2.18 before leaving the CG Yard. Prior to offloading tank liquids, the Government reserves the right to inspect the transport tankers’ status of contents, to ensure accurate quantities of liquid being removed. When directed by the COR or technical point of contact, the Contractor shall deliver fuel to designated CG Yard storage tanks prior to removing the remaining fuel from the CG Yard. All diesel fuel and JP-5 removed from vessels over 1,500 gallons is subject to fuel credit. The diesel fuel removed is subject to a price adjustment/credit. The fuel credit shall be based upon the current commodity price Fuel (energy) index, Heating Oil price. The current commodity price can be found at such websites as Mundi. Ex: https://www.indexmundi.com/commodities/?commodity=heating-oil

· The Contractor shall properly remove and dispose of all materials in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local environmental laws and regulations. Contractor assumes all responsibility and liability for the transport and proper disposal of materials and in particular the following requirements:

· If a spill occurs, the Contractor must report the spill to the USCG Yard Main Gate (410-636-3993) or YARD extension 3000 IMMEDIATELY. A letter describing the incident shall be submitted within 24 hours after the spill. During a spill, the Contractor will receive directions from the Yard Incident Commander/ Firehouse / Environmental or YARD/Vessel OOD.

· The Contractor MUST follow the USCG Yard Facilities Response Plan, when operating on USCG Yard property.

· The Contractor shall provide a written manifest/bill of lading indicating the type and quantity of liquid to be removed for each truck load. A copy of the manifest shall be submitted to the Yard Safety Office and the COR. A representative of the Environmental Staff must sign the document prior to the load leaving the CG Yard. The Environmental Branch is in Building #4, phone: 410-636-7070. Members of the CG Yard Environmental Branch are available Monday – Friday, 8am-4pm. If the transport of hazardous material occurs after hours, a 24-hour advance notice must be given to the Yard Environmental Branch so they can arrange for someone to be available to sign the manifest/bill of lading. If needed, the hazardous material can stay on base until normal working hours, so the manifest can be signed. If copies of the manifest/bill of lading are NOT submitted to the Environmental Branch, the removals will be considered incomplete.

· The Contractor shall be familiar with State of Maryland; Regulations dealing with Used Oil Management as set forth in Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR) Title 26, Department of the Environment, Subtitle 10 – Oil Pollution and Tank Management and federal regulation 40 CFR Part 279 – Standards for the Management of Used Oil. The Yard is a generator of used oil but is not a marketer. The Contractor will be considered as the marketer of used oil from the Yard and responsible for complying with the used oil regulations. The Contractor shall provide documentation that they have an agreement with an approved non-hazardous disposal site. The Contractor shall be familiar with federal regulations dealing with transferring of oil and hazardous material to or from vessel to shore in bulk as set forth in 33 CFR Part 154 – Facilities Transferring Oil or Hazardous Material in Bulk.

3.0 CONTRACTOR PERSONNEL

3.1 KEY PERSONNEL

The Contractor must provide a Supervisor who shall be responsible for the performance of the work. The Supervisor or alternate shall have full authority to act for the Contractor on all contract matters relating to daily operation of this contract. The Supervisor or alternate shall be available between 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, except when the Government facility is closed for holiday or administrative reasons. Employees shall have the training, certifications and competencies to perform all job-related functions in accordance with SOW.

3.2 WORKMANSHIP

The contractor shall complete all work in accordance with SOW standards. The COR will inspect all work and determine if it is satisfactory.

3.3 EMPLOYEE CONDUCT

The contractor’s employees must comply with all applicable Government regulations, policies and procedures (e.g., fire, safety, sanitation, environmental protection, security, “off limits” areas, wearing of uniforms, and possession of weapons) when visiting or working at Government facilities. The Project Manager must ensure Contractor employees understand and abide by Department of Homeland Security and U.S. Coast Guard established rules, regulations and policies concerning safety and security.

3.4 REMOVING EMPLOYEES FOR MISCONDUCT OR SECURITY REASONS

The Government Facility Commander may remove any Contractor employee from USCG facilities and bar that employee’s re-entry for misconduct or security reasons. The Contracting Officer may recommend that the Contractor remove any Contractor Employee for performance reasons, when a Contractor Employee is not performing to the requirements of this contract. Removal does not relieve the Contractor of the responsibility to continue providing the services required under the contract. The Contracting Officer will provide the Contractor with a written explanation to support any request to remove an employee for performance reasons.

4.0 OTHER APPLICABLE CONDITIONS

4.1 SECURITY

This contract will require regular physical access to the U.S. government installation upon a favorable background check. There is no requirement for accessing classified and sensitive information, including IT systems and networks. Security clearance is not applicable for task performance under this contract. Therefore, no CAC access will be granted to the contractor.

The Contractor shall comply with all facility security requirements, security regulations and directives as identified herein, and other security requirements cited elsewhere in the contract. (i.e., security and safety, visit request, badging credentials, escorted/unescorted, day-to-day requirements, etc.).

4.1.1 RAPIDGate SECURITY REQUIREMENTS:

Effective September 1, 2016, all contractors and subcontractors performing on this contract/purchase order/task order must utilize the Vendor Management RAPIDGate Program and/or Transportation Worker Identification Credentials (TWIC) if repeat access to the CG Yard is required for seven (7) or more days annually. Vendor Management RAPIDGate manages the non-Common Access Credential (CAC) eligible vendor/contractor companies and their employees who require access to Coast Guard Yard, Baltimore. No CAC access is necessary, nor will it be granted to the contractor for this requirement.

Vendor/contractor companies that require repeat (7 or more days annually) access to the CG Yard, pay an annual company enrollment subscription to participate in the Vendor Management RAPIDGate Program and an annual employee registration subscription for each employee to participate in the program. The company enrollment fee is waived for sole proprietors. Vendor/contractor companies must be approved by a Coast Guard government sponsor at each Coast Guard, DoD, and DHS installation where their employees require access. Vendor/contractor employees who are registered undergo initial and regular personnel background vetting and are issued a single credential, which is valid for perimeter access to those Coast Guard, DoD, and DHS installations where access privileges have been granted. All company enrollments are submitted via the web at www.rapidgate.com and managed by phone or email. Initial employee registrations take place on a Program Registration web app. Security. Credentials will be available for pick-up at Building 144 [brick building adjacent to the main gate] fourteen (14) days after the employee’s initial registration. Costs incurred for delays at the gate due to the contractor’s failure to comply with this requirement or to provide qualified, authorized personnel will not be reimbursed by the Government. Your tenant sponsor is the Contracting Officer’s Representative, Harold W. Patrick, email: Harold.W.Patrick2@uscg.milThis tenant sponsor will need a list of individual employee names and DOBs with your quotation. Any RAPIDGate program questions should be directed to: 1-877-727-4342.

U.S. CITIZENSHIP

Contractor employees shall possess a U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residence in accordance with HSAR 3052.204-71, Contractor Employee Access, Alt II (July 2023) as defined in the terms and conditions for this contract and any subsequent task orders.

4.1.2 Restricted Areas: Contractor employees shall not enter restricted areas in accordance with U.S. Coast Guard Yard security regulations or policies. All vessels and office areas will be sanitized to prevent any disclosure of sensitive or classified information prior to contractor employee access.

4.2 PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

The performance period for this requirement includes one (1) 12-month base period and four (4) 12-month option periods.

4.2.1 Commencement of Work: Upon receipt of each individual task order, the Contractor must provide tank and bilge cleaning services as directed in accordance with the prescribed period of performance. The work shall be performed in accordance with the SOW.

All work must be completed within the period of performance. If weather or other delays require more time, the contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer via e-mail the same day that work cannot be performed.

4.2.2 Completion of Work: The contractor must contact the COR to arrange for inspection/acceptance of work.

4.3 PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

The work to be performed under this contract will be performed at the U.S. Coast Guard Yard, 2401 Hawkins Point Road, MD 21226.

4.4 HOURS OF OPERATION

4.4.1 USCG Yard Hours: The U.S. Coast Guard Yard normal working hours for 1st shift are from 7:00 A.M. to 2:30 P.M.; 2nd shift hours are 3:00 P.M to 11:30 P.M.; and, 3rd shift hours are 11:00 P.M. to 7:30 A.M. During the months of June through August the Coast Guard Yard switches to summer working hours which are as follows: 1st shift 6:00 A.M. to 2:30 P.M; 2nd shift hours are 3:00 P.M. to 11:00 P.M; and, 3rd shift hours are 11:00 P.M. to 7:00 A.M., Monday through Friday. These operating hours apply Monday through Friday, except federal holidays or when the Government facility is closed, due to local or national emergencies, inclement weather, administrative closings or similar Government-directed facility closings.

4.4.2 Work Requirements: If the Contractor requests to work outside of the normal working hours identified in 4.4.1, a 24-hour written notice will be provided to the Contracting Officer.

4.4.2 Inclement Weather Policy: On days of inclement weather, the Contractor shall call the U.S. Coast Guard Yard inclement weather hotline at (410) 636-7910, option #1 for that day’s status. If the U.S. Coast Guard Yard is closed the contract employees should not report for that day.

4.5 KICK OFF MEETING

The Contractor shall attend a kickoff meeting with the Contract Specialist and the COR, no later than 5 business days after the date of award. The purpose of the kickoff meeting, which will be chaired by the Contract Specialist, is to discuss the technical and contracting objectives. The kickoff meeting will be held via teleconference. The Government has the option to waive the kickoff meeting.

4.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE PLAN

4.6.1 The Contractor shall provide a Quality Assurance Plan for the Government to review, comment, and approve.

4.7 REPORTING REQUIREMENTS

Contractor personnel must report to an appropriate authority (COR, Ship Superintendent) any information or circumstances of which they are aware may pose a threat to the security of U.S. Coast Guard personnel, Contractor personnel, or resources. Any contractor employee replacements shall meet all RAPIDGATE requirements.

4.8 OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARDS

4.8.1 General: The Contractor will be required to follow 29 CFR 1915 (OSHA Shipyard Industry Standard), 16 CFR1303, 29 CFR 1910, 29 CFR 1915.1025, 29 CFR 1926.62, 15 U.S.C. 2601, while performing this work at the U.S. Coast Guard Yard. The Contractor will provide all required personnel safety equipment for their employees, including, but not limited to, safety helmet and safety glasses with side shields. All safety equipment shall meet OSHA standards.

4.8.2 ISO Qualifications: Contractor shall comply with all the U.S. Coast Guard Yard International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 9001 Quality Management and ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems.

4.9 EMERGENCY SERVICES

The U.S. Coast Guard Yard has 24-hour first aid, spill response, and fire protection available. If necessary, the Contractor may call 410-636-3993 from non-Yard phones and extension 3000 from Yard phones for emergency situations. Injuries shall be reported immediately and followed with a written report to the COR.

5.0 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED RESOURCES

5.1 SERVICES

The Contractor can request crane service from the Government to install roof components or other components (if required) of the containment structure, with the understanding that the Government may not be able to provide these services due to production or schedule. This will require the contractor to provide their own crane services. The Contractor shall provide 24-hour notice to the Government to request material handling services.

5.2 UTILITIES

The Government may provide water, compressed air, and electricity for the Contractor as defined herein based on the availability and location within the Coast Guard Yard. The Contractor’s PM must instruct employees in utilities conservation practices. The Contractor will be responsible for operating in such a manner that precludes the waste of utilities, for example turning off the water faucets or valves after using the required amount to accomplish assigned work. If Government cannot provide these services, it will be the responsibility of the contractors to provide.

5.3 COMPRESSED AIR

The Government may provide a source of compressed air (max 90psi) for Contractor machinery based on the physical location and availability within the Coast Guard Yard. The Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that their compressed air hookup connections are compatible with the Yard’s compressed air sources. If Government cannot provide these services, it will be the responsibility of the contractors to provide.

5.4 ELECTRICITY

The Government may provide up to 200 amps and up to 480 volts of electrical services based on the physical location and availability within the Coast Guard Yard.

5.5 SMOKING AREA

The Government will designate a smoking area if requested by contractor. Smoking is not permitted in the ship handling area, onboard any vessels, in any buildings, or outside of any designated smoking area.

6.0 CONTRACTOR FURNISHED RESOURCES:

6.1 GENERAL

6.1.1 The Contractor shall furnish all labor, equipment, and services required to perform work under this contract, other than those explicitly addressed in this Section 5.0 of this Statement of Work. Pending Coast Guard Yard production schedules, services may be required on an intermittent basis within the time period and quantity specified. The Contractor shall provide material handling services to load and unload Contractor machinery and for the setup and use of all equipment (forklift, manlift, etc.).

6.1.2 Permits: The contractor shall, without separate expenses to the government, obtain all appointments, licenses, and permits required. The contractor must comply with all applicable Federal, state and local laws.

6.1.3 Materials, The Contractor shall provide all cleaning detergent, bleach and rags required for the assigned work.

6.1.4 Equipment, The Contractor shall, throughout the performance of this contract, be in possession of fully functioning equipment and tools to complete assigned work. The following tools and equipment are required:

· Tools and equipment including, but not limited to, basic hand tools and power tools commonly used in the trade, for example, vacuum trucks, power washers, hoses, man lifts, gas analyzers, wrenches and screwdrivers, hoods respirators.

· Provide all standard Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) in accordance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Standard to perform tank and bilge cleaning services including but not limited to hard hats, safety glasses, face shields, steel-toed shoes, ear plugs, flashlights, gloves and respirators (including cartridges), boots and Tyvek suits.

· The above-mentioned equipment may be owned or leased by the Contractor.

7.0 EQUIPMENT

7.1 SAFETY EQUIPMENT

7.1.1 Safety: Contractors shall be required to provide the necessary safety equipment as outlined in Section hard hats, safety harnesses, and safety glasses. The Contractor must follow all applicable OSHA guidelines and regulations.

7.1.2 Fall Protection Plan: The contractor shall submit a Fall Protection Plan to the Contacting Officer and COR.

8.0 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

8.1 Yard Safety

8.1.1 The contractor must provide in writing a notification to the YARD Safety Officer or Fire Marshal of any action that would reduce personal egress or firefighting onboard the vessel. Some examples of qualifying actions are a fire hydrant or fire suppression system that must be taken out of service for any reason, electrical work that affects fire alarm systems, introduction of hazardous or flammable material onto the unit, and blocking of any egress routes or emergency vehicle routes.

8.1.2 Copies of the following must be provided to the YARD Safety Office prior to starting work in affected areas: Confined Space Entry Permits and Hot Work Chits. Confined space clearance must be conducted by a certified marine chemist and permit required spaces will have a copy of the permit posted on site during work. The contractor will be responsible for ensuring confined spaces are safe for re-entry daily.

8.2.3 Lock Out/Tag Out will be performed by the Government. The contractor will be required to notify and coordinate with a representative from CG YARD to perform Lock Out/Tag Out needs for the contractor.

9.0 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS:

9.1 General:

9.1.1 All contractors working on CG Yard shall abide by all federal, state and local environmental regulations as published by the Environmental Protection Agency, 40 CFR (series) and the following Yard Environmental plans/policies:

· CG Yard Environmental Management Systems (EMS)

· CG Yard Storm Water Pollution and Prevention Plan (SWPPP)

· CG Yard Spill Prevention Control and Counter Measure Plan (SPCC)

9.1.2 Contractor written environmental management and pollution prevention programs shall be reviewed by the Environmental Protection Specialist prior to starting work and must be in accordance with the Unit Environmental Guide. A spill prevention plan including all spill prevention measures must be in accordance with the Yard’s SWPPP and SPCC.

9.1.3 All contractor equipment: vehicles and tanks which hold or can hold hazardous materials that is left on CG Yard premises must have the Contractor’s contact information placed in the driver’s side window indicating the Emergency Contact Number (answered 24/7/365) for the owner/operator of the vehicle. If a tank is left on the premises, the Emergency Contact Number (answered 24/7/365) for the owner/operator of the tank must be painted on the tank in a prominent location. The government will not assume liability for any vehicles/tanks left on CG YARD property.

9.1.4 Hazardous Materials and Waste: If it comes to the Contractor’s attention that the coating materials requiring removal are suspected of hazardous material and produce hazardous waste (Code of Maryland Regulations, Title 26, Subtitle 13 and 40 CFR 260-267), the Contractor shall cease work immediately and notify the COR. If the surface coating being removed contains lead, cadmium, chromium or Polychlorinated Biphenyl or PCB’s, the Contractor shall notify the COR immediately. The Government shall be responsible for disposing of any hazardous materials and waste. The Contractor shall provide full cooperation with the removal and disposal process.

9.1.5 Disposal and Measurement: The Contractor shall provide an invoice/receipt/certificate with the amount of waste, in gallons, disposed of at an approved, certified, commercial facility. This invoice/receipt/certificate will be filed with the on-site Facilities Coordinator and Contracting Officer’s Representative. Contractor-selected disposal sites must be an authorized Hazardous/Non-Hazardous waste disposal site.

9.1.6 Manifests: Waste tickets and non-regulated waste manifests shall accompany invoices for each removal, so that payment may be processed for each service performed. Additionally, a copy of all weight tickets and invoices shall be submitted to the Contacting Officer and COR on the next business day after disposal. The contract number and task order number for services shall be clearly marked on the weight ticket and invoices. Disposal of the waste shall meet all federal, state, and local standards and regulations, and is to be substantiated by the submittal of a non-regulated waste manifest.

9.2 Transport and Disposal:

9.2.1 All material removed from tanks shall be taken off CG Yard property immediately after cleaning operations are complete. Material shall be processed in accordance with Section 9.2.2 before leaving the Yard. Prior to removing material, the Government environmental dept. reserves the right to inspect the transport vehicle status of contents, to ensure accurate quantities being removed from the CG Yard.

9.2.2 The Contractor must properly remove and dispose of all materials in compliance with applicable Federal, state, and local environmental laws and regulations. Contractor assumes all responsibility and liability for the transport and proper disposal of materials and in particular the following requirements:

· If a spill occurs, the CG Yard Environmental Branch shall be immediately notified and can be reached at (410) 636-3111. The Contractor must also report the spill to the USCG Yard Main Gate (410) 636-3993 or YARD extension 3000 IMMEDIATELY. A letter describing the incident shall be submitted within 24 hours after the spill. During a spill, the Contractor will receive directions from the Yard Incident Commander/ Firehouse / Environmental or YARD/Vessel OOD.

· The Contractor MUST follow the USCG Yard Facilities Response Plan, when operating on USCG Yard property.

· The Contractor must present a written manifest/bill of lading indicating the type and quantity of waste to be removed for each truck load to the Yard Safety Office and present a copy to the COR.

· The contractor must obtain the signature of a representative of the Environmental Staff personnel on the shipping document prior to the load leaving the CG Yard. The Environmental Branch is in Building #4, phone: (410) 636-3775. Members of the CG Yard Environmental Branch are available Monday – Friday, 8am-4pm. After hours, non-hazardous material manifest/bill of lading can be signed by the Safety Office or yard personnel. If the transport of Hazmat is after hours, a 24-hour advance notice must be given to the Yard Environmental Branch so they can arrange for someone to be available to sign the manifest/bill of lading. If needed, the Hazmat can stay on base until normal working hours, so the manifest can be signed. If copies of the manifest/bill of lading are NOT given to the Environmental Branch, the removals will be considered non-compliant, and the contractor may be fined or cited.

· Written notification must be provided to the Environmental Protection Specialist Brandace Timbers 410-636-3775, brandace.t.timbers@uscg.mil of any activity that could potentially cause an environmental violation. Some examples of these activities are any activity that could result in a spill or discharge into a waterway or introducing a hazardous material into the environment.

· The contractor will be solely responsible for the transportation and proper disposal of waste material. The contractor must submit disposal sites to CG Yard Environmental Department for site approvals and copies of Bill of Lading or waste manifests. If the contractor elects to use dumpsters for holding or transportation of waste, dumpsters must be covered to prevent waste from becoming airborne.

· The contractor shall be familiar with State of Maryland Regulations dealing with Used Oil Management as set forth in Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR) Title 26, Department of the Environment, Subtitle 10 – Oil Pollution and Tank Management and federal regulation 40 CFR Part 279 – Standards for the Management of Used Oil. The Yard is a generator of used oil but is not a marketer. The contractor will be considered as the marketer of used oil from the Yard and responsible for complying with the used oil regulations. The contractor shall submit documentation that they have an agreement with an approved Non-Hazardous disposal site with their proposal. The contractor shall be familiar with federal regulations dealing with transferring of oil and hazardous material to or from vessel to shore in bulk as set forth in 33 CFR Part 154 – Facilities Transferring Oil or Hazardous Material in Bulk.

10. Deliverables:

APPENDIX A

Daily Progress Report

General Report Date:

Products to be removed (circle one):

Approx. Gal:

Manpower and Equipment Number of personnel:

Equipment on-site:

Detergents used:

Tank Atmospheric Conditions (if applicable)

H2S: LEL:

Weather Condition (circle one): SUNNY CLOUDY RAINING SNOWING OTHER Temp:

Comments: (If applicable, identify conditions found, delays, concerns, safety incidents, and items/areas ready for inspection.)

Contractor Signature:

COR/Ship Sup: