Statement of Work Tower Removal.docx

Chemical Stockpile Emergency Preparedness Program (CSEPP)

Pueblo Chemical Depot (PCD)

Tower Removal

STATEMENT OF WORK

September 28, 2023

Argonne National Laboratory 9700 South Cass Avenue Argonne, IL 60439

1.0 BACKGROUND

The Chemical Stockpile Emergency Preparedness Program (CSEPP) is preparing to remove two (2) 30 m (100 ft) guyed meteorological towers and three (3) 10 m (30 ft) self-supporting meteorological towers at Pueblo Chemical Depot (PCD), near Pueblo, Colorado. This document is the statement of work (SOW) for this contract. The mission of the meteorological towers at PCD is ending. Due to legislation governing the shutdown activities the towers must be removed within 180 days after the end-of-CSEPP notification to the Colorado Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management. The start of this window is currently unknown, but is estimated for November 6th, 2023.Nov 13, Dec 4, or Dec 11 are options should timelines extend past November 6th, 2023.

2.0 GENERIC CONTRACTOR TASKS

The contractor shall provide all materials, labor, and equipment to perform a lump-sum contract for all engineering and construction tasks associated with the removal of two (2) 30 m towers and three (3) 10 m towers and associated equipment as described below.

A. ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS

Attachment No. 1 – Map of meteorological Tower Locations at PCD Attachment No. 2 – Safety Requirements Attachment No. 3 – PCD Certification Form

B. SPECIFIC CONTRACTOR TASKS, PCD

1. Mobilization to perform the work at the Pueblo Chemical Depot (PCD), near Pueblo, Colorado.

2. Removal of two 30 m (100 ft) guyed towers, which are designated as “Tower No. 1” and “Tower No. 2,” as designated in Attachment No. 1 including:

a. Verify that electric power has been turned off at the upstream disconnect.

b. The electrical disconnect box near Tower No. 1 will remain.

c. The electrical disconnect box attached to Tower No. 2 will be removed.

d. Remove concrete under the tower base.

e. Remove concrete anchors.

f. Remove all miscellaneous associated mounting hardware in the ground near Tower No. 2 for equipment like lighting, precipitation, solar, dataloggers, etc. Argonne will remove all sensors from the towers and associated mounts near the towers before work begins.

g. Fill holes after concrete removal with sandy loam soil and level to restore the surface.

3. Removal of three 10 m (30 ft) self-supporting towers, which are designated as “Tower No. 4,” Tower No. 5,” and “Tower No. 6” as designated in Attachment No. 1 including:

a. Remove concrete under tower base.

b. Fill holes after concrete removal with sandy loam soil and level to restore the surface to a sandy soil, like the original condition.

4. Haul away and dispose of concrete.

5. Haul away and dispose of miscellaneous associated equipment.

6. Haul away and dispose of steel tower sections or give one or more of the tower sections to a third party selected by the U.S. Army Chemical Materials Activity (CMA) that will be on-site to receive the tower sections.

3.0 WORK SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Safety of personnel at the PCD site is a critical part of Site Operations. Accordingly, Attachment No. 2 to this SOW defines specific safety requirements for the contractor performing work at the PCD site. These requirements may not totally encompass all safety situations. Therefore, the contractor is responsible for observing the applicable rules and regulations of 29 CFR 1926 (OSHA Construction Standards), 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA General Industry Standards), as defined in Attachment No. 2. All questions regarding safety related issues should be referred to Phil Lawday, Site Safety Officer, at 630-824-8441 or his designated representative.

After award of contract but prior to commencement of work, the Job Safety Analysis form is to be completed and submitted to the Argonne National Laboratory (ANL) Site Safety Officer or his designated representative for review and to ANL Procurement for a Notice to Proceed. A safety plan including:

1. Excavation plans to the extent they can be prepared before visiting the site.

2. Overall safety plan including:

a. Fall Protection

b. Personal Protective Equipment

c. Hazard Communication

d. Rescue Plan

3. Worker Qualifications and certifications.

4.0 WORK LOCATIONS

All work performed under this SOW shall be performed at PCD. All workers must be badged. Badging requires that employee documentation be sent in advance. Phil Lawday from ANL will serve as escort while on PCD.

5.0 TECHNICAL REPRESENTATIVE

Primary:

Steve Tschopp Argonne National Laboratory, 4114 Fieldstone Rd, Suite D Champaign, IL 61822 Ph. 217-352-9967 Cell 217-840-1213

Alternate:

Phil Lawday Argonne National Laboratory, 4114 Fieldstone Rd, Suite D Champaign, IL 61822 Ph. 217-352-9968 Cell 630-824-8441

Attachment No. 1 – PCD Tower Locations Attachment No. 1 – Job Safety Requirements Attachment No. 3 – PCD Certification Form Attachment No. 1

PCD Tower Locations Tower Nos. 6, 5, and 4 10 m (30 ft) self-supporting 1 concrete base per tower Tower No. 2 30 m (100 ft) w / guy wires 4 concrete bases AC power from loading dock.

Tower No. 1 30 m (100 ft) w/ guy wires 4 concrete bases AC power from road.

Attachment No. 2

JOB SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

FOR

STATEMENT OF WORK

PCD Tower Removal

Listed below are specific safety requirements for performing the SOW technical tasks at the PCD site. These requirements may not totally be inclusive for all site safety situations. Therefore, the contractor is responsible for observing all applicable rules and regulations of 29 CFR 1926 (OSHA Construction Standards), 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA General Industry Standards), as defined below. All safety related questions should be referred to the Contracting Officer, to share with the site safety officer.

General Requirements

1. All contractor personnel shall attend a site orientation and safety briefing upon their arrival at the PCD site conducted by the Contractor.

2. All personnel shall wear a visitors’ badge issued by PCD.

3. All vehicles and equipment are subject to inspection upon entrance to PCD.

4. PCD requires a contractor sign on the side of the vehicle.

5. PCD requires all contractor vehicles contain a fire extinguisher.

6. PCD requires all contractor vehicles display a vehicle pass that is obtained from badging.

7. All employees must obey the regulations pertaining to prohibited items displayed at the entrance to the PCD. Prohibited items include alcohol, firearms, illegal drugs, cameras, and weapons.

8. A camera pass may be obtained in advance if required for the job. Phil Lawday will contact the contractor in advance to obtain details on the camera to facilitate the camera pass.

9. Use of any subcontractors will require advance notification to PCD for badging and escort purposes.

10. All accidents, involving injuries and /or property damage, and/or near misses shall be reported immediately to the site safety officer.

11. For jobs extending one week or longer, the contractor will hold a safety meeting at least once per week, on site, with their employees. After each meeting the contractor will provide to Site Safety, a report listing the subject covered any questions or comments, duration of meeting, and copy of signature sheet.

12. In case of a weather emergency, foreman shall be responsible for accountability of their personnel and advising the Site Safety Officer of their location.

13. Equipment brought to the site for use on the proposed job shall be in proper working order and are subject to inspection.

14. Personnel shall not bring alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs, or firearms to the site for any reason. Personnel who are in the possession of the above or who appear under the influence of alcohol or drugs, will be denied access to the site.

15. Work will occur during daylight hours only.

16. The contractor shall properly flag, barricade and/or post the work area.

17. Smoking is allowed only in designated areas.

18. The contractor shall maintain orderly housekeeping at all times.

19. Permitted electrical extension cords are those rated for hard and extra hard usage only. Examples include type S, ST, SO and STO. They shall be free of any damage or repair. Flat type extension cords will not pass inspection.

20. GFCI protection is required on all 120 volt/15 amp or greater receptacles, including generators.

21. All fasteners, including bolts and nuts made of carbon steel (designed as grade five or grade eight) will be inspected as per DOE requirements (i.e, Suspect or Counterfeit parts plan).

Job Hazards The hazards one could expect to encounter during the task of and task associated with this statement of work.

a) Injuries associated with the discharge of electricity. All work on this project will be conducted de-energized. During testing phase contractor will attach test equipment leads to source while de-energized, then with hands not in contact with the leads energize and perform test, then de-energize once again and remove leads from source.

b) Drilling, grinding, and cutting of metal assemblies, could cause flying debris Eye protection shall be worn.

c) When using ladders, the contractor shall meet and/or exceed all OSHA and ANSI requirements. ANL ES&H will NOT allow Aluminum or METAL LADDERS on the site.

d) When climbing the tower, the contractor shall meet and/or exceed all OSHA and ANSI requirements, climbers must employ 100% hook off when climbing the tower.

e) When excavating for the tower anchors and base, the contractor shall meet and/or exceed all OSHA and ANSI requirements and follow 29 CFR 1926.651.

Specific Requirements

1) The following Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) shall be worn when completing the task delineated in this Statement of Work.

a) Safety Glasses - Must meet ANSI Z87.1 requirements

b) Gloves- When appropriate

c) safety toed shoes

d) full body harness and appropriate fall protection.

e) Hardhats

2. De-energizing power will be conducted in accordance with Lock out/Tag out standard. (29 CFR 1910.147) All work on this project will be conducted de-energized.

3. Contractors shall comply with OSHA’ 29 CFR 1926.59 "Hazards Communication Standard". Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) shall accompany all chemicals and compounds brought to the site. The contractor is responsible for instruction to personnel regarding the safe use of chemicals.

Authority The Site Safety Officer has the authority to cease operations of any contractor activity that is in violation of Federal, State or Local safety regulations or in violation of the above mentioned items delineated in the Job Safety Requirements. Any person can and shall stop work that is immediately dangerous to life and health (Imminent Danger). The Site Safety Officer should be immediately informed of work stoppages.

Attachment No. 3

PCD Tower Removal Certification Form

Complete SOW Task Item Yes No Comments

7. Removal of Tower No. 1

8. Removal of Tower No. 2

9. Removal of ground equip at Tower No. 2

10. Removal of Tower No. 4

11. Removal of Tower No. 5

12. Removal of Tower No. 6

13. Removal of all concrete

14. Fill voids and level sites

15. Removal of tower sections

16. All locations in clean condition

Was the work completed compliant with the SOW Requirements: Yes_____No_____

If No, list the discrepancies/problems noted, the recommended fix action, and the date for re-inspection:

Lessons Learned/Closeout Comments:

I certify that the above work has been completed in accordance with the SOW requirements.

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