Annual Boiler Inspections PWS Feb 20 FINAL.docx

Annual Boiler Inspections Performance Work Statement

1. OBJECTIVE:

The purpose of this contract is to obtain annual documented inspection services for 33 steam and hot water boilers located at the Defense Supply Center Richmond (DSCR).

2. BACKGROUND:

DSCR has 33 steam and hot water plant boilers, which provide heating. Plant boiler safety, reliability, efficiency, and equipment longevity are paramount concerns for DLA Installation Management; therefore, annual certified inspections and cleaning are mandatory. Malfunctioning burners or controls can cause catastrophic events resulting in injuries and death as well as massive property damage. Inaccurate or inadequate data management and monitoring systems can fail to warn of unsafe or inefficient performance. Regular inspections, testing, and calibration by expert technicians are an essential part of a proper maintenance program to address these concerns.

3. SCOPE:

The contractor must provide all labor, supervision, materials, parts, and services to perform certified inspections on boilers located at various facilities across DSCR. The government will be responsible for opening and cleaning of the boilers in preparation for the internal/external inspection and American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) stamping certification that will be provided by the contractor. Boiler equipment details, locations, and inspection frequencies are provided at Attachment 1. All inspection details, calibration records, and any findings are to be documented and submitted to the contracting officer’s representative (COR), the contract specialist, and contracting officer (KO) within seven calendar days once inspections have been completed. Contractor inspection work is to consist of but not limited to the following:

a. Review of the boiler history, which will include: operating conditions, date of last inspection, current inspection certificate, ASME stamping on boiler, national board registration number, history of repairs and modifications, review boiler logs, water test reports, and reports on tests performed on the burner controls and interlocks.

b. Assess the external parts of the boilers and boiler accessories and piping and valves for safety, accessibility, proper maintenance and operation, cleanliness, and compliance with codes.

c. Inspect for evidence of leakage of combustion gases or fluids externally and internally including all gaskets.

d. Inspect foundations for signs of stress such as cracking or movement.

e. Inspect boilers externally and internally for defects including bulges, blisters, cracks, waste or material, warping, general corrosion, grooving and pitting, and/or damaged insulation.

f. Inspect all accessible internal surfaces for waterside and fireside deposits including scaling, sediment, debris, and carbon deposits.

g. Examine all stays and stayed plates.

h. Inspect gas side baffles.

i. Verify that all nozzles of internal piping such as feed water admission and bottom blow off collection are clear with no obstructions.

j. Inspect seating surfaces of manways and handholds.

k. Check that the boiler structure is plumb and level with no excessive deformations.

l. Check for missing items such as bolts and nuts.

m. Examine all valve and pipe connections to the pressure vessel.

n. Inspect refractory including burner throat, expansion joint, bull ring, furnace seals, furnace walls, and floor.

o. Verify proper alignment of burner assembly.

p. Inspect furnace for evidence of flame impingement.

q. Test operation of water level gauge glass.

r. Verify that steam pressure gauge is properly calibrated.

s. Test operation of high steam pressure cutouts on hot boilers by raising steam pressure.

t. Inspect safety valve installations: verify that the valves have proper capacity and set pressure; verify valves, drains, and vents are properly installed; verify that valve locking seals are not broken; verify that “on” boilers are hot; perform an operational test under pressure to confirm operation at proper set pressures; and operate boiler with burner at high fire to verify adequate steam flow capacity of the safety valves (“accumulation test”).

u. Inspect piping connected to the boilers for evidence of leakage, provision for expansion, provision of adequate support, proper alignment, and evidence of detrimental conditions.

v. Inspect piping to the water column, low water cutoffs and alarms, and gauge glass. Verify that interior of piping is clear of obstructions.

w. Inspect valves on boiler feed water, blowdown, drain and steam systems.

x. Provide recommendations for non-destructive testing when the inspections indicate that this is necessary to assure continued safety and reliability under current operating conditions.

y. Technician shall follow all Lockout & Tag Procedures for fuel and electrical.

4. APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

a. ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code:

i. Section IV - Heating Boilers

ii. Section VI - Care and Operation of Heating Boilers

b. ASME B31.1, Power Piping Code

c. ASME CSD-1, Controls and Safety Devices for Automatically Fired Boilers

d. ANSI/NB-23, National Board Inspection Code

e. NFPA 85, Boiler and Combustion Systems Hazards Code

f. VHA Boiler Plant Safety Device Testing Manual, 3nd Ed.

g. All publications and documents incorporated by reference from within any of the above listed publications and all manufacturers’ recommended installation instructions.

5. DOCUMENTATION AND RECORDS

All documentation, records, and schedules must be maintained by the contractor and are the property of the government. The contractor must keep these items current. Documentation, records, and schedules must be turned over to the government within seven calendar days upon termination or completion of the contract.

6. REQUIRED CONTRACTOR QUALIFICATIONS

A. Boiler inspector must have a valid and current certificate from the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors. The requirements for the inspection, testing, and calibration of the boiler plant burners, controls, and instruments by a “Qualified Technician”.

B. Boiler inspector must have qualified for licensure by passing a written examination under the laws, rules, and regulations of a jurisdiction of the state and hold a current state license C. Boiler inspector must be currently employed as a boiler inspector/testing by a jurisdiction that has adopted and administers one or more sections of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code as a legal requirement, and has a representative serving as a member of the ASME Conference Committee.

D. Boiler inspector must be currently employed by an insurance company that has been licensed or registered by the appropriate authority of a state to write boiler and pressure vessel insurance.

E. The “Qualified Professional Inspector” must demonstrate familiarity with and ready access to the current versions of the following codes and manuals:

1. ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code:

a. Section I - Power Boilers

b. Section IV - Heating Boilers

c. Section VI - Care and Operation of Heating Boilers

d. Section VII - Care of Power Boilers

2. ASME B31.1, Power Piping Code

3. ASME CSD-1, Controls and Safety Devices for Automatically Fired Boilers

4. ANSI/NB-23, National Board Inspection Code

5. NFPA 85, Boiler and Combustion Systems Hazards Code

6. VHA Boiler Plant Safety Device Testing Manual, 3nd Ed.

7. SPECIFIC INSPECTION REQUIREMENT BY BOILER TYPE

A. The contractor must conduct a three-step annual inspection on 15 steam boilers as required by the National Board Inspection Code. Steps are as follows:

1. Boiler inspector performs external/internal visual inspection of the waterside and fireside of the boiler.

2. Boiler inspector witnesses a hydrostatic pressure test of the waterside after reassembly before firesides are closed.

3. After boiler is reassembled and ready for operation, the boiler inspector performs an operational test by testing all flame safety controls, water level controls/cutouts, and safety/relief valves.

B. The contractor must conduct a two-step annual inspection on 18 hot water boilers as required. Steps are as follows:

1. Boiler inspector performs external/internal visual inspection of the fireside of the boiler.

2. After firesides are reassembled and ready for operation, the boiler inspector performs an operational test by testing all flames safety controls, low water cutouts, and safety/relief valves.

8. CONTRACT SURVEILLANCE - QUALITY ASSURANCE SURVEILLANCE PLAN (QASP)

A. Contractor will be given a monthly rating by the COTR of Good, Fair, Poor, or Unacceptable as follows below. Performance Payments will be applied based on these ratings. Below are the Performance Standards that will be used in evaluating performance on a monthly basis and in determining the amount of the payment owed to the Vendor.

B. Performance standards and ratings are designed to determine if performance exceeds, meets, or does not meet a given metric and acceptable quality level. Note: The application of these performance ratings or failure of the Government to apply these performance ratings does not waive any of the Government’s rights to damages under this contract. The following ratings shall be used:

Good – Performance meets or exceeds contract requirements in terms of timeliness and quality. COR will make a determination to pay the contract 100% of the invoice amount.

Fair – Performance meets contract requirements with only minor issues and the issues do not adversely impact the mission of the Agency. Performance is satisfactory and has been timely. The COR will make a determination to pay the vendor 90% of the invoice amount.

Poor – Performance narrowly meets contract requirements and borders on unacceptability in terms of timeliness and/or quality or performance may have an adverse impact on the mission of the Agency. The COR will make a determination to pay the vendor 85% of the invoice amount.

Unacceptable – Performance has been at a less than acceptable level in terms of timeliness or quality. Possible issues include, but are not limited to: missed milestones, low quality documents requiring multiple reviews and rewrites, significant or serious complaints submitted by the customers, documents that do not comply with acquisition or policy regulations, or one or more cure notices have been issued. Payment will be withheld pending resolution of cure notice(s). Termination for default or cause may result.

The performance will be rated each month by the COTR and documented as required. These findings will be the basis for the amount paid for that month. The ratings, as described in the table above, will be based on the performance of the vendor on the timeliness and quality of the services provided using the rating scale for each criterion as shown below.

TIMELINESS

Note: A deliverable is either on time or not on time.

QUALITY

Hot Water Boilers:

Internal and External Visual Inspection

Good, Fair, Poor, or Unacceptable rating

Good, Fair, Poor, or Unacceptable rating

Good, Fair, Poor, or Unacceptable rating

Good, Fair, Poor, or Unacceptable rating

Good, Fair, Poor, or Unacceptable rating

9. INSTALLATION SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

a. All contractor employees must be US citizens.

b. Contractor personnel working on the base must have and display a visitor’s pass or access control badge at all times while on base, which is obtained at the welcome center. The COR is the point of contact (POC) for requesting base access. Base access control information is available at https://www.dla.mil/Aviation/Installation/Visitors/. Personnel are subject to challenge and removal from the work area if the ID card is not visible. Failure to comply with ID card requirements is cause for ordering that work on a contract be stopped at the contractor’s expense. Repeat offenses is cause for contract termination at the contractor’s expense.

c. The contractor is responsible for employees and subcontractors under their employment. The contractor will ensure that employees are familiar with and obey installation traffic, safety, and security regulations.

d. Photography, cameras, or photographs are prohibited on DSCR property without written consent from the KO.

e. Firearms, weapons, alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs, and contraband are prohibited on DSCR property. Violators may be prosecuted. State issued/authorized concealed weapons permits are not valid on DSCR.

f. DSCR is not responsible for job site security. Removal of material from job-site and the base are subject to security checks. The contractor is to notify the KO of any special measures (watchmen, alarm, etc.), security concerns, security problems, or unusual activities within the job site.

g. Motor Vehicle Operation: Ingress and egress of personnel will be subject to the DSCR security regulations. All personnel must be made aware of the base speed limits, which is 25 mph (unless otherwise posted). Speed limits are enforced and violators will be ticketed. DSCR traffic violations are processed through the federal court system.

h. Seatbelts are MANDATORY.

i. Use of cellphones while driving is prohibited unless using a hands free device.

j. Parking is in designated areas only, between two white lines. No parking is permitted in fire lanes, on seeded areas, in reserved parking spaces, or assigned handicapped parking. Any equipment or vehicle that does not fit within a standard parking space must contact the KO to determine a designated area for parking such equipment or vehicle.

k. Traffic accidents should be reported immediately to the DSCR Emergency Dispatch by calling 911 or (804) 279-4888 for non-emergencies. The contractor is also responsible for notifying the COR, contract specialist, and KO of any traffic accidents or citations within two calendar days of occurrence.

l. All personnel entering the installation are subject to random vehicle inspections/searches at any time while on the base.

10. PHYSICAL SECURITY

The contractor is responsible for safeguarding all government equipment, information, and property accessed while performing on this contract. All government facilities, equipment, and materials must be secured during non-working hours.

a. SECURITY INCIDENTS.

i. In the event keys are lost or duplicated, the contractor will, upon direction of the KO, re-key or replace the affected lock or locks; however, the government, at its sole option, may replace the affected lock or locks or perform re-keying at the contractor’s expense.

ii. The contractor will prohibit the use of government issued keys/key cards by any persons other than the contractor’s employees. The contractor will prohibit the opening of locked areas by contractor employees to permit entrance of persons other than contractor employees engaged in the performance of assigned work in those areas, or personnel authorized entrance by the KO.

b. SAFETY AND HEALTH REQUIREMENTS The contractor will comply with all applicable federal and state safety rules and regulations as identified in Attachment 2.

c. ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS The contractor will comply with all applicable federal and state environmental laws and regulations as identified in Attachment 3. Any concrete washout must be properly contained (kiddie pool, plastic etc.) and allowed to dry prior to disposal. No concrete washout will be permitted directly on the ground anywhere on DSCR.

d. DISCLOSURE OF INFORMATION Information made available to the contractor by the government for the performance or administration of this effort will be used only for those purposes and will not be used in any other way. The contractor is responsible for protecting the confidentiality of government records, which are not public information. The contractor is also responsible for ensuring all its employees are aware of and comply with this policy.

e. LIMITED USE OF DATA Performance of this effort may require the contractor to access and use data and information proprietary to a government agency or government contractor that is of such a nature that its dissemination or use, other than in performance of this effort, would be adverse to the interests of the government and/or others. The contractor will not divulge or release data or information developed or obtained in performance of this contract without written approval from the KO.

f. DATA RIGHTS The government has unlimited rights to all documents/materials produced under this contract. All documents and materials to include the source codes of any software produced under this contract are government owned and are the property of the government with all rights and privileges of ownership/copyright belonging exclusively to the government. These documents and materials may not be used or sold by the contractor without written permission from the KO. All materials supplied to the government are the sole property of the government and may not be used for any other purpose.

11. OTHER PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

a. SECTION 508 COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS Any/all electronic and information technology (EIT) procured through this effort must meet the applicable accessibility standards at 36 CFR 1194. 36 CFR 1194 implements section 508 of the rehabilitation act of 1973, as amended, and is viewable at http://www.section508.gov.

b. PERMITS The contractor will, without additional expense to the government, obtain all appointments, licenses, and permits required to perform under this contract. Evidence of such permits and licenses shall be provided to the COR, contract specialist, and KO before work commences and at any other time as requested. The contractor will notify the DSCR Fire Prevention office 24 hours in advance of any work that involves open flames, grinding, or spark producing operations and shall obtain a Hot Work Permit from the fire prevention office in advance of performing any work requiring a hot work permit.

c. PAYMENTS FOR UNAUTHORIZED WORK No payments will be made for any unauthorized supplies/services or for any unauthorized changes to the work specified in this PWS. This includes any services performed by the contractor of their own volition or at the request of any individual other than the KO. Only the KO is authorized to change the specifications, terms, and/or conditions of this contract.

d. SPECIAL QUALIFICATION

i. Technicians must have completed at least a one-year trade school and have five years successful experience in this field. The experience must be largely with institutional and industrial boiler plants similar in design to VAMC plants.

ii. Technicians must demonstrate familiarity with and ready access to the current versions of the following references:

1. NFPA 85, Boiler and Combustion Systems Hazards Code.

2. VHA Boiler Plant Safety Device Testing Manual, 3rd Edition.

iii. Technicians must be equipped with portable electronic flue gas analyzers and other test instruments necessary for the required tests and calibrations, all calibrated within one month of the site visits. At facilities with programmable digital controls, the technicians must be capable of programming the controls and have the appropriate hardware and software.

e. CONTRACTOR INTERFACES The contractor may be required to work with other contractors working for the government. No other contractors will direct this contractor in any manner. Also, this contractor will not direct the work of other contractors in any manner.

f. KEY CONTROL The contractor must establish and implement methods of making sure all keys/key cards issued to the contractor by the government are not lost or misplaced and are not used by unauthorized persons. NOTE: All references to keys include key cards/access badges. No keys issued or provided temporarily to the contractor by the government will be duplicated. The contractor must develop procedures covering key control that will be included in the execution of the work. Such procedures must include turn-in of any issued keys by personnel who no longer require access to locked areas. The contractor will immediately report any occurrences of lost or duplicate keys/key cards to the KO. The contractor assumes all responsibility and accountability for the any keys provided by the government without limitation.

12. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

This contract will have a one year base period and four option years. The period of performance (POP) is as follows:

Base year: March 15, 2020 – March 14, 2021 Option year 1: March 15, 2021 – March 14, 2022 Option year 2: March 15, 2022 – March 14, 2023 Option year 3: March 15, 2023 – March 14, 2024 Option year 4: March 15, 2024 – March 14, 2025

Annual inspections must occur during May 1 through September 30.

13. HOURS OF OPERATION

Boiler inspections must occur during the hours of 7:00AM to 3:00PM. The KO must approve all deviations to the normal workday/workweek in writing prior to occurrence.

14. FEDERAL HOLIDAYS

The contractor will not provide services on federal holidays observed at DLA unless approved in writing by the COR or KO.

15. BASE CLOSURE

When the base is closed for any reason, the contractor will not provide services unless approved in writing by the COR or KO.

16. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

Work will be performed at:

Defense Supply Center Richmond (DSCR) 8000 Jefferson Davis Highway, Richmond, VA 23297

ATTACHMENT 1

BOILER EQUIPMENT INFORMATION

Building #34 (1)

LC-8048-08

Building #34 (2)

LC-8048-08

ATTACHMENT 2

SAFETY AND HEALTH REQUIREMENTS

Contractors must comply with all federal, state, and local occupational safety and health regulations including US Department of Labor and Industry Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA); 29 CFR 1910, 1926, 1960, or whichever is applicable; US Army Corps of Engineers EM385-1-1 (latest edition); National Electric Codes (NEC); National Fire Codes (NFC); Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) safety regulations; and any other safety requirements established for the duration of the contract. The safety provisions listed above are only general in nature and not intended to be all-inclusive.

1. VOLUNTARY PROTECTION PROGRAM (VPP)

DSCR is an OSHA Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) site. Contractors must comply with all OSHA rules and regulations as applicable in addition to all other local, state and federal Occupational Safety and Health Regulations.

DELIVERABLE

Contractors and subcontractors shall adhere to all safety and health regulations and be aware of The Defense Supply Center OSHA VPP initiative. Contractors and subcontractors shall read the Visitor & Contractor Safety at Defense Supply Center Richmond Brochure prior to performance of any on-site work. This is a one-time process but should be completed for all new contractors. Contractors shall acknowledge and document that all Contractor and subcontractor employees have read the Visitor & Contractor Safety at Defense Supply Center Richmond Brochure Contractors and subcontractors shall document receipt of a physical copy of the Visitor & Contractor Safety at Defense Supply Center Richmond Brochure by detaching the tear-off and leaving it with the COR, COTR or Contracting Officer who, in return, will forward it to the Occupational Safety and Health Office (DS-FRES, building 80, 2nd Floor) before coming on site.

2. SAFETY PLAN DELIVERABLE

The Contractor shall submit a site specific Occupational Safety and Health Plan (OSHP) for approval prior to the issuance of a notice to proceed for any on-site work for this SOW. Failure to submit an OSHP will delay contracted activities. All site specific OSHP shall be developed to comply with all federal, state, and local occupational safety and health regulations, consensus standards, and any trade specific practices which will include but not limited to the following; Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)29 CFR General Industry - 1910, Construction Standards – 1926, Federal Employee – 1960; Army Corps of Engineers EM385-1-1 manual; National Electric Codes (NEC); National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Codes; American Conference of Industrial Hygienist (ACGIH); and must at a minimum, be strictly adhered to by all contracted personnel. The following are required and must be submitted to the safety office via the PM;

Contractor safety plan, site specified activity hazard analysis, OSHA 300A, Safety Data Sheets and Contractor safety toolbox meetings. An OSHP will be required for all contracted services involving the construction, alteration, and/or repair, including painting or decorating of government buildings, public works, and equipment in addition to all activities using/applying products requiring safety data sheets (formerly material safety data sheets (MSDS)). OSHPs will also be required for all activities were there are potential health hazards that could be a result of the contracted services (i.e. hazardous material surveys and clean up, confined space entry, etc.). All contractors who are subjected to the submittal of OSHP shall also submit their most recent OSHA 300 log in accordance with 29 CFR 1904.

An OSHP will not be required for non-personal services contracts including, but not limited to, those, which are administrative only, deliveries/pickups, transportation, or for nondestructive surveys. However, if contracted services specify a DSCR provided workspace the contractor should submit an OSHP or provide their COR and/or COTR with a letter stating that they will adopt and operate under DSCR's written occupational safety and health control programs. For all non-personal service contracts not requiring an OSHP, please adhere to the Visitor and Contractor Safety Brochure which can be obtained from the COR and/or COTR. Please contact the Occupational Safety and Health office at 804-279-4830 if you need assistance in determining if your contracted services apply to an OSHP submittal.

All Contracted services requiring an OSHP where operations involving demarcating work areas with protective coverings, shields, protective barriers, barricades, warning signs and the like, will be furnished and installed by the Contractor where a hazard or potential hazard exists. Notices shall be provided twenty-four (24) hours prior to the planned installation of protective barriers and barricades, the Contractor will coordinate with the COR and/or COTR for concurrence. Barricades and barriers will be removed by the Contractor at the completion of the work in the area.

3. ACCIDENT/INCIDENT

Contractors shall notify the Contracting Officer Representative (COR)/Project Manager and the DLA Richmond Safety Office immediately after an accident/incident results in damage to DLA property or equipment, injury or occupational illness to DLA personnel, or a fatality, loss of an eye, inpatient hospitalization, or amputation to any of the contractor's employees. A DLA Form 1591 or equivalent form will be submitted to the DLA Richmond Safety Office through the COR.

4. MISHAP REPORTING

A report on each job connected injury, property damage, or motor vehicle mishap will be written by the Contractor and submitted to the Contracting Officer or his/her designated representative. The Contractor and Contracting Officer or his/her designated representative will complete the Mishap Report (DLA Form 1591) per DSCR guidelines. The estimated absence in days, if any, by employee due to injury and/or cost or property or vehicle damages shall be included.

5. SAFETY AND HEALTH VIOLATIONS

The Army Corps of Engineers Manual EM 385-1-1, Safety and Health Requirements Manual, 29 CFR 1910/1926/1960, General Industry/Construction Standards/Federal Employee (OSHA), National Electric Code (NEC) and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Codes, American Conference of Industrial Hygienist (ACGIH) must, at a minimum, be strictly adhered to by all contractors. After consultation with the contracting officer, the Installation’s Safety and Health Manager reserves the right to contact the Virginia Occupational Safety and Health (VOSH) Office for assistance if there are frequent safety and health violations by contractors.

DSCR Safety Specialists or Industrial Hygienists shall perform unannounced inspections of Contractor job sites to ensure compliance with applicable standards. Violations shall be reported to the Contracting Officer, or his/her authorized representative. The Safety Specialist or Industrial Hygienist reserves the right to stop operations when violations could cause severe injury, death, and/or serious property damage. The Safety Specialist or Industrial Hygienist reserves the right to stop any activity where DSCR employees are impacted. Frequent safety violations shall be reported to the Virginia Occupational Safety and Health (VOSH) Office.

The DSCR Safety and Health Manager or Staff shall be available to provide technical assistance as required and may be contacted by calling (804) 279-4830 from a cell phone or extension 4830 from a Government phone.

ATTACHMENT 3

ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

1. COMPLIANCE WITH ENVIRONMENTAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS

Contractor shall comply with all applicable federal, state, local, Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), and Defense Supply Center Richmond (DSCR) environmental laws, statutes, regulations, executive orders, permits. Contractor shall immediately report any conflicts between applicable federal, state, local, DLA and DSCR, and any specifications within this contract to the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) and the DLA Installation Operations Richmond, Environmental Division.

2. COMPLIANCE WITH GREEN PROCUREMENT REQUIREMENTS

Contractor shall follow Federal EPA Comprehensive Procurement guidelines (www.epa.gov/cpg) for acquisition of building materials and products and select materials that have a long life cycle; the least toxic materials; recyclable materials; materials that are resource- efficient; materials with the maximum recycled content; materials harvested on a sustained yield basis; and products causing the least pollution during their manufacture, use, and reuse.

3. REPORTING NONCOMPLIANCE

Contractor shall immediately report any nonconformance and/or noncompliance with applicable federal, state, local, DLA and installation environmental regulations and laws to the COR and Environmental Division. Contractor shall when given a verbal and/or written notice of environmental noncompliance or nonconformance by the COR, take immediate corrective action. Failure or refusal to comply promptly may be grounds for the Contracting Officer to invoke the appropriate contractual remedies. This may cause all or part of the work to be stopped immediately until satisfactory corrective action has been taken.

4. AWARENESS AND CONFORMANCE WITH ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

DLA Installation Operations Richmond currently maintains an ISO 14001 registered Environmental Management System. This system is applicable to those individuals working on our behalf. The Environmental Policy Statement and our List of Significant Aspects are available from the Environmental Division. Contractor personnel shall be aware of their potential contribution to the success of this Environmental Management System and the potential implications of not performing within its requirements. Contractor personnel shall be competent to perform the work specified within the contract. Contractor personnel shall also take the necessary actions to identify, monitor, and control those contract operations and activities that pose risk of environmental contamination, or can negatively affect the natural and/or human environment.

5. PROTECTION OF WORK SITE RESOURCES

Contractor shall confine all activities to areas defined by the drawings and specifications. Prior to the beginning of any work, the Contractor shall identify any land resources to be preserved within the work area. Except in areas indicated on the drawings or specified to be cleared, the Contractor shall not remove, cut, deface, injure, or destroy land resources including trees, shrubs, vines, grasses, topsoil, and landforms. The Contractor shall provide effective protection for land and vegetative resources at all times. Contractor shall notify the Environmental Division if any trees are required to be disposed or removed. The Contractor is not authorized to remove or dispose of any tree greater than 6 inches in diameter unless the Environmental Division has granted permission.

6. NOTIFICATION OF FEDERAL AND STATE REGULATORS

Contractor shall immediately notify the COR and Environmental Division of the arrival on site of any federal, state, and/or Department of Defense (DoD) environmental regulator or enforcement agent and/or the receipt of any correspondence from a federal, state and local environmental agency.

7. CULTURAL RESOURCES PROTECTION

This project has been identified as having the potential to affect a resource eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places.

In accordance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, a Section 106 Review must be initiated to identify and assess any adverse effects that may result from this project. The contractor shall not begin fieldwork on the actual resource until the process is complete and documentation from the State Historic Preservation Office has been received stating either the project will not have an adverse effect on the historic resource or that any adverse effect has been mitigated. Administrative and planning efforts may proceed while the review process is occurring.

8. FEDERAL AND STATE LAND DISTURBING REQUIREMENTS

Any land disturbing activities with a footprint of greater than 5,000 square feet must satisfy Unified Facilities Criteria on Low Impact Development (UFC 3-210-10) requirements per Section 438 of the Energy Independence and Security Act as to maintain or restore, to the maximum extent technically feasible, the predevelopment hydrology of the property with regard to the temperature, rate, volume, and duration of flow. These requirements do not apply to internal renovations, maintenance, or resurfacing of existing pavements.

Land disturbance projects greater than 10,000 square feet are subject to Virginia Erosion and Sediment Control Regulations per 9VAC25-840. An Erosion and Sediment Control Plan must be submitted to the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality for approval prior to the start of any qualify disturbance activities. Exempt activities include: the installation of individual service connections; installation, maintenance, or repair of any underground public utility lines when such activity occurs on existing hard surfaced road, street, or sidewalk, provided the disturbing activity is confined to the area of the road, street, or sidewalk that is hard surfaced; septic tank lines or drainage fields; installation of fence/sign posts, telephone/electric poles, and other kinds of posts/poles; and emergency work to protect life, limb, or property, and emergency repairs.

Land disturbance projects greater than 1 acre are subject to Virginia Stormwater Management Program Regulations per 9VAC25-870. Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans and applicable fees must be submitted to the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality for approval prior to the start of disturbance activities upon issuance of VAR10 permit coverage. Routine maintenance that is performed to maintain the original line and grade, hydraulic capacity, or original construction is exempt from permit coverage.