TECH EXHIBIT B PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT-AGRICULTURE CLEANING-20-Q-0176.docx

PERFORMANCE BASED STATEMENT OF WORK

AGRICULTURAL DISINFECTANT OF EQUIPMENT

1ABCT EUCOM DEPLOYMENT

1. GENERAL: This is a non-personnel services contract for the agricultural disinfecting of equipment with Virkon Aquatic 1% solution at Fort Hood, Texas. The Government shall not exercise any supervision or control over the contract service providers performing the services herein. Such contract service providers shall be accountable solely to the Contractor who, in turn is responsible to the Government.

1.1 Description of Service/Introduction: The contractor shall provide all necessary personnel, supervision, chemicals, equipment, fuel, and protective gear for their employees and personnel and other items and non-personal services necessary to perform the disinfection of equipment to include the total surface area. Equipment includes but is not limited to: heavy armored vehicles, tactical wheeled vehicles, shipping containers, flat racks, etc. The contractor shall be ready to perform on the first day of the POP, and remove the cleaning equipment and all associated materials the contractor brought on site within 48 hours after contract completion.

1.2 Background: Army units are preparing to deploy to the European Area of Operations, and must ensure equipment is properly disinfected prior to movement in order meet custom and agricultural entry requirements in Europe for the prevention of the spread of diseases, specifically African Swine Flu.

1.3 Objective: The contractor shall disinfect unit equipment to reduce the transmission of diseases carried by organic material.

1.4 Scope: The contractor shall disinfect unit equipment by spraying the equipment with Virkon Aquatic 1% Solution and ensuring a 10-minute solution wet contact time at Fort Hood, Texas, in accordance with this SOW and attachments.

1.5 Period of Performance (POP): estimated 10 August 2020 thru 20 November 2020. The Contractor shall provide continuous service during the POP.

1.6 General Information:

1.6.1 Quality Control: The Contractor shall be responsible and bound by all OSHA regulations, and the US Army Environmental and Health Requirements Manual (EM 385-1-1). Where the standards conflict, the Contractor shall perform to the higher standard.

1.6.2 The Contractor shall apply for and obtain DPW permits for this project prior to any type of disinfecting job or use of water hydrants and/or sewage system. If use of fire hydrant is requested, a reduced pressure assembly zone (RPZ) attachment is required. For extended use of water requirement, contact DPW water section at, 254-288-3629. For short term water use, the unit will provide the fill station water, the contractor shall provide the container to hold the water. The use of clean water source is required.

1.6.3 The Contractor shall be responsible for any damage to facilities or surrounding areas due to the construction process. In the event that damage occurs the Contractor shall participate in a site survey/scope validation meeting prior to proposal submittal to repair the damages.

1.6.4 The Contractor shall provide their employees with required protective gear and ensure that they utilize the gear during work.

1.6.5 The Contractor shall be responsible for any damage to facilities or surrounding areas to include equipment, during the disinfecting process. In the event that damage occurs, the Contractor will notify the COR immediately.

1.6.6 The Contractor shall perform daily clean up without exception. During disinfecting, there shall be no use of any tobacco products within 50 feet of the site, regardless of whether the work is inside a facility, or the surrounding site. Any areas disturbed by this service shall be returned to the original condition prior to the final inspection date.

1.6.7 The contractor shall make a maximum effort to minimize disruption to the normal operations in the surrounding buildings, parking areas, and building access.

1.6.8 The contractor will not bring dirty containment units or other materials that make contact the equipment to be sanitized.

1.6.9 Recognized Holidays: Contractor is not required to perform services on holidays.

1.6.10 Hours of Operation: The contractor is responsible for conducting business, between the hours of 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Monday thru Friday except Federal holidays or when the Government facility is closed due to local or national emergencies, administrative closings, or similar Government directed facility closings. For other than firm fixed price contracts, the contractor will not be reimbursed when the government facility is closed for the above reasons. The Contractor must at all times maintain an adequate workforce for the uninterrupted performance of all tasks defined within this PWS for the above reasons. When hiring personnel, the Contractor shall keep in mind that the stability and continuity of the workforce is essential.

1.6.11 Place of Performance: The service location is 2-12 CAV Motor Pool BLDG 44012 Turkey Run rd. Fort Hood, Texas 76544, alternate location will be Divarty Motor Pool BLDG 13001 Hell on Wheels. Fort Hood, Texas 76544.

1.6.12 Type of Contract: Firm-Fixed Price

1.6.13 Security Requirements: Access and general protection/security policy and procedures. Contractor and all associated sub-contractors employees shall provide all information required for background checks to meet installation access requirements to be accomplished by installation Provost Marshal Office, Director of Emergency Services or Security Office.

1.6.14 Contractor workforce must comply with all personal identity verification requirements (FAR clause 52.204-9, Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel) as directed by DoD, HQDA and/or local policy. In addition to the changes otherwise authorized by the changes clause of this contract, should the Force Protection Condition

1.6.15 (FPCON) at any individual facility or installation change, the Government may require in contractor security matters or processes.

1.6.16 For contractors that do not require CAC, but require access to a DoD facility or installation. Contractor and all associated sub-contractors employees shall comply with adjudication standards and procedures using the National Crime Information Center Interstate Identification Index (NCIC-III) and Terrorist Screening Database (TSDB)

1.6.17 (Army Directive 2014-05/AR 190-13), applicable installation, facility and area commander installation/facility access and local security policies and procedures (provided by government representative), or, at OCONUS locations, in accordance with status of forces agreements and other theater regulations.

1.6.18 iWATCH Training. This standard language is for contractor employees with an area of performance within an Army controlled installation, facility or area. The contractor and all associated subcontractors shall brief all employees on the local iWATCH program (briefing slides will be provided by the requiring activity ATO).

1.6.19 This local developed training will be used to inform employees of the types of behavior to watch for and instruct employees to report suspicious activity to the COR. This training shall be completed within 30 calendar days of contract award and within 16 calendar days of new employees commencing performance with the results reported to the COR NLT 30 calendar days after contract award.

1.6.20 Physical Security: The Contractor shall establish and implement a Physical Security Plan. The plan shall outline procedures to provide internal safeguards for the security of all Government-Furnished Property and all property in the possession of the Contractor for the performance of required services.

1.6.21 Key Control: Contractor shall 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. No keys issued to the Contractor by the Government shall be duplicated. The Contractor shall develop procedures covering key control that shall be included in the Quality Control Plan. Such procedures shall include turn-in of any issued keys by personnel who no longer require access to locked areas. The Contractor immediately report any occurrences of lost or duplicate keys/key cards to the Contracting Officer.

1.6.22 In the event keys, other than master keys, are lost or duplicated, the Contractor shall, upon direction of the Contracting Officer, re-key or replace the affected lock or locks; however, the Government, at its option, may replace the affected lock or locks or perform re-keying. When the replacement of locks or re-keying is performed by the Government, the total cost of re-keying or the replacement of the lock or locks shall be deducted from the monthly payment due the Contractor. In the event a master key is lost or duplicated, all locks and keys for that system shall be replaced by the Government and the total cost deducted from the monthly payment due the Contractor.

1.6.23 Contractor shall prohibit the use of Government issued keys/key cards by any persons other than the Contractor’s employees. The Contractor shall 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 Contracting Officer.

1.6.24 Lock Combinations, the Contractor shall establish and implement methods of ensuring that all lock combinations are not revealed to unauthorized persons. The Contractor shall ensure that lock combinations are changed when personnel having access to the combinations no longer have a need to know such combinations. These procedures shall be included in the Contractor’s Quality Control Plan.

1.6.25 Special Qualifications: Contractor employees shall be trained, qualified, certified and/or licensed under the requirements specified in this contract prior to starting work. The contractor shall maintain records of training qualifications, certifications, and licenses and provide them to the Contracting Officer upon request. The Contractor shall ensure that the employees remain fully qualified to perform work under this contract. The Contractor shall maintain the work force in such a manner as to ensure that the employees remain fully qualified. The Contractor shall only employ persons able to speak, read, write, and understand English for those positions interacting with Government personnel, and where English is used or essential to provide the product, record, data, information, or service. Contractor personnel shall be physically capable of performing work under all climatic conditions.

1.6.26 Post Award Conference/Periodic Progress Meetings: The Contractor agrees to attend any post award conference convened by the contracting activity or contract administration office in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation Subpart 42.5. The Contracting Officer, Contracting Officers Representative (COR), and Contract Specialist

1.6.27 Government personnel, as appropriate, may meet periodically with the contractor to review the contractor's performance. At these meetings, the Contracting Officer will apprise the contractor of how the Government views the contractor's performance and the contractor will apprise the Government of problems, if any, being experienced.

1.6.28 Appropriate action shall be taken to resolve outstanding issues. These meetings shall be at no additional cost to the Government.

1.6.29 Contracting Officer Representative (COR): The (COR) will be identified by separate letter. The COR monitors all technical aspects of the contract and assists in contract administration The COR is authorized to perform the following functions: assure that the Contractor performs the technical requirements of the contract: perform inspections necessary in connection with contract performance: maintain written and oral communications with the Contractor concerning technical aspects of the contract: issue written interpretations of technical requirements, including Government drawings, designs, specifications: monitor Contractor's performance and notifies both the Contracting Officer and Contractor of any deficiencies; coordinate availability of government furnished property, and provide site entry of Contractor personnel. A letter of designation issued to the COR, a copy of which is sent to the Contractor, states the responsibilities and limitations of the COR, especially with regard to changes in cost or price, estimates or changes in delivery dates. The COR is not authorized to change any of the terms and conditions of the resulting order.

1.6.30 Key Personnel: The following personnel are considered key personnel by the Government: Contract Manager/Alternate Contract Manager. The contractor shall provide a contract manager who shall be responsible for the performance of the work. The name of this person and an alternate who shall act for the contractor when the manager is absent shall be designated in writing to the Contracting Officer. The contract manager or alternate shall have full authority to act for the contractor on all contract matters relating to daily operation of this contract. The contract manager or alternate shall be available between 7:00 a.m. to 7:00p.m., and shall plan to operate uninterrupted, including holidays and weekends during the established period of performance. Qualifications for all key personnel are listed below: Contract Manager and Alternate must have sound knowledge of: OSHA regulations, and environmental and health requirements regarding the agricultural disinfecting of equipment with Virkon-S utilizing a 1.0% solution.

1.6.31 Identification of Contractor Employees: All contract personnel attending meetings, answering government telephones, and working in other situations where their contractor status is not obvious to third parties are required to identify themselves as such to avoid creating an impression in the minds of members of the public that they are Government officials. They must also ensure that all documents or reports produced by contractors are suitably marked as contractor products or that contractor participation is appropriately disclosed.

1.6.32 Organizational Conflict of Interest: Contractor and subcontractor personnel performing work under this contract may receive, have access to or participate in the development of proprietary or source selection information (e.g., cost or pricing information, budget information or analyses, specifications or work statements, etc.) or perform evaluation services which may create a current or subsequent Organizational Conflict of Interests (OCI) as defined in FAR Subpart 9.5. The Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer immediately whenever it becomes aware that such access or participation may result in any actual or potential OCI and shall promptly submit a plan to the Contracting Officer to avoid or mitigate any such OCI. The Contractor’s mitigation plan will be determined to be acceptable solely at the discretion of the Contracting Officer and in the event the Contracting Officer unilaterally determines that any such OCI cannot be satisfactorily avoided or mitigated, the Contracting Officer may affect other remedies as he or she deems necessary, including prohibiting the Contractor from participation in subsequent contracted requirements which may be affected by the OCI.

1.6.33 The government shall provide: Access to the installation to contractor employees that pass DOD background check. The government shall provide an open space of sufficient size to meet the contractor operation. Utilities (potable water, electricity, etc.) will be provided at no cost to the Contractor. The government will provide portable toilets or access to latrines. The government will provide electrical and water points of access and services at no cost to the contractor (may be power generator and water buffalo depending on site). The government will provide agricultural inspectors and command and control of military staging of equipment and traffic flow.

1.6.34 Contractor Shall Provide: All materials, supplies and equipment to support six vehicle spraying lanes with two tank & pump units per lane and one container spraying lane with two tank & pump units. Contractor shall furnish containment matting with berms in order to collect all overspray and runoff. Contractor shall furnish 55 gallon barrels (poly material) for the storage and disposal of overspray and runoff. Contractor shall furnish Virkon-S in powder form, mixing materials, storage and transfer capability from mixing tank to sprayer tanks. Contractor shall furnish all applicable personal protective equipment IAW the product material data sheets.

1.6.35 Utilities (potable water, electricity, etc.) will be provided at no cost to the Contractor. If use of a fire hydrant is required as a source of water supply, the contractor shall provide a back flow meter. The government will not provide extension cords or water hoses.

1.6.36 The Contractor shall furnished necessary supplies and materials not provided by the Government; including, but not limited to: gasoline for the government furnished gas-powered pressure washers and a fire-hydrant back flow meter with reduced pressure zone (RPZ) for the government provided fire hydrant that will be used as the contractor’s bulk water source. Contractor shall provide any needed water supply hose to extend water supply from hydrant or government furnished water source. Contractor shall provide power extension cords as needed.

1.6.37 The Contractor shall ensure all equipment is disinfected within the period of performance.

1.6.38 During seasons where the temperatures rise in excess of 95 degrees, the contractor may be required to provide tents, such as the Light Maintenance Equipment Shelter for each vehicle lane in order to minimize evaporation rates. High evaporation rates will present a challenge to maintaining 10 minute soak times of the disinfectant and will exponentially add to the processing time for each piece of equipment. Additional, disinfectant cannot be applied in the rain unless under shelter. Each tent shall have approximate dimensions of 32' Length X 24' Width X 15'6" Ridge Height and 12' Eave Height. Contractor to verify that these dimensions are adequate for the intended purpose.

1.6.39 Example Materials, Supplies & Equipment list:

10 x 60gal Pressure Sprayers (gas operated pump & tank units)

10 x 4gal 24V battery operated backpack sprayers

8 x Containment Berms (foam wall) 15ft x 30ft

5 x Dewatering Pumps (sump pumps) or 5 gallon wet-dry vacuums

25 x 55gal Closed Barrels (for collection of runoff water) Poly material

2 x High Viscosity Mixers

100 x Full Face Respirators

600 x Filters for Face Respirators

30 x Rolls of Tape

5 x 25ft Ext Cords

5 x 12gal Wet Dry Vac

5 x 50ft Garden Hoses

750 x Tyvek A40 Suits (250L /250 XL /250 2XL)

200 x Chemical Gloves (100L /100 XL)

2,000 pounds Virkon Aquatic powder form

1.6.40 The Contractor shall coordinate with the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) to gain access to the installation, designated Motor Pool, and report all incidents within two hours of occurrence.

1.6.41 The contractor shall contact the Contracting Officer Representative to coordinate for Installation Access, for vehicles and personal at Fort Hood.

1.6.42 The Contractor shall perform verification that correct measurements Virkon-S Solution 1% is followed and a log is kept for random inspection. Inspection utilizing the test strips to verify the 1% solution strength is maintained throughout the application process. Test strips will be on hand to allow the unit to verify the solution strength provided by the contractor.

1.6.43 The Contractor shall be responsible for any damage to facilities or surrounding areas to include equipment, during the disinfecting process. In the event that damage occurs, the Contractor will notify the COR immediately.

1.6.44 The Contractor shall have adequate number of personnel to complete the work within the period of performance and shall ensure personnel are correctly wearing and using the prescribed personal protective equipment when mixing Virkon-S solution and when applying the solution.

1.6.45 The Contractor shall perform daily clean up without exception. During disinfecting, there shall be no use of any tobacco products within 50 feet of the site, regardless of whether the work is inside a facility, or the surrounding site. Any areas disturbed by this service shall be returned to the original condition prior to the final inspection date.

1.6.46 The Contractor shall be responsible for obtaining all required licenses and permits to perform disinfecting work on a Federal installation and be insured in accordance with FAR requirements. All work shall comply with applicable State, local and Federal laws and regulations, industry standards, manufacturer’s specifications and recommendations. The Contractor shall apply for and obtain Department of Public Works (DPW) permits for this project prior to any type of disinfecting job or use of water hydrants and/or sewage system. Use of the Fire Hydrant, if needed, will be coordinated with DPW or its representative.

1.6.47 The Contractor shall ensure that equipment is sprayed with Virkon-S solution (allowing a contact time of 10 minutes) and passes on-site government veterinarian inspections.

1.6.48 The Contractor shall be responsible for any damage to facilities or surrounding areas due to the process. In the event that damage occurs the Contractor shall participate in a site survey/scope validation meeting prior to proposal submittal to repair the damages.

1.6.49 Equipment densities: R/S = rolling equipment, including wheeled vehicles and trailers (including but not limited to Up-Armored track vehicles, HMMWVs, FMTVs, LMTVs and trailers). Containers = a mix of Tri-containers and Quad-containers. Total disinfectant requirement is 2,868 pieces of rolling stock and 465 containers.

1.6.50 Acceptance Criteria: Contractor shall ensure that all specified equipment is sprayed with Virkon-S solution (allowing a contact time of 10 minutes) and passes on-site government veterinarian inspections.

1.6.51 Safety: The Contractor shall be responsible and bound by all OSHA regulations, and the US Army Environmental and Health Requirements Manual (EM 385-1-1). Where the standards conflict, the Contractor shall perform to the higher standard. The contractor shall provide their employees with required protective gear and ensure that they utilize the gear during work.

1.6.52 Dilution Instructions: Please See MFR’s Guide: Virkon -S is available in individual 1.3-ounce (29.6 millimeters [mL]) packets or in bulk tubs that include a 1.3-ounce measuring scoop. A 1% solution is obtained by mixing 1.3 ounces of Virkon-S powder with 1 gallon (3.8 liters) of water. Practice the following procedures when using Virkon-S: Dilution Require

1.6.53 Safety Precautions for Virkon-S: Virkon-S is a disinfectant in the peroxygen (hydrogen peroxide) family. It is 99.9% biodegradable, breaks down to water and oxygen, and is not corrosive at the working dilution (1% solution). Virkon-S is available from Western Chemical (contact number 1-800-283-5292).

1.6.54 Skin Contact: Virkon-S diluted in water according to package directions (1% solution) is not a skin irritant. Skin contact with dry powder may cause skin burns or ulceration. In rare cases for sensitive individuals, skin contact with dry powder may cause an allergic skin reaction. Use rubber gloves when mixing dry powder with water. If skin irritation occurs after accidental contact with dry powder with water. If skin Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for 15–20 minutes. Call a Poison Control Center or doctor for further treatment advice.

1.6.55 Eye Contact: Virkon-S diluted in water according to package directions (1% solution) is not an eye irritant. Eye contact with dry powder may cause eye corrosion or ulceration. Severe eye damage may result if not immediately treated. Always use safety goggles when mixing dry Virkon-S with water. If accidental contact of dry powder with eyes occurs, hold eyes open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 15–20 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present, after five minutes, then continue rinsing eyes. Call a Poison Control Center or doctor for further treatment advice.

1.6.56 Inhalation: Inhalation of this product may cause nose bleeding or irritation of the upper respiratory passages, resulting in coughing, sneezing, runny nose and sore throat. Gross overexposure may cause ulceration of mucous membranes. Use a dust mask when mixing dry powder with water. If accidental inhalation occurs, move the victim to fresh air. If a person is not breathing, call 911 or an ambulance, then give artificial respiration, preferably mouth-to-mouth. Call a Poison Control Center or doctor for further treatment advice.

1.6.57 Ingestion: Ingestion of this product may cause gastritis, with stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache or weakness; possibly progressing to necrosis or hemorrhage with gross overexposure. If accidental ingestion occurs, call the American Association of Poison Control Centers (1-800-222-1222) or doctor immediately for treatment advice. Have person sip a glass of water if able to swallow. Do not induce vomiting unless told to do so by the poison control center or doctor. Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.

1.6.58 Summary: Summarized, wear a dust mask and eye protection when mixing powder. Wear splash proof gear and gloves if spraying and position personnel upwind from the spray. When handling or spraying 1% Virkon-S disinfectant, wear protective equipment (mask, gloves, goggles, splash proof gear, etc.) and use in a well-ventilated area. Follow precautions on the Material Safety Data Sheet.

ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS:

Description of Disinfection Measures:

1.6.59 Clean: Before decontaminating equipment, field staff should visually inspect all equipment for any foreign material, including plant fragments, animals, or sediment. All material should be removed at the site and properly disposed of in an upland area.

1.6.60 Disinfect: Disinfect equipment with 1% solution of Virkon-S with a 10 minute contact time. Virkon -S is a disinfectant/virucide containing potassium peroxymonosulfate and sodium chloride as the active ingredients. Virkon-S has been clinically demonstrated to be effective against viruses, fungi, and bacteria. Virkon-S is non-toxic when used as recommended and 4 degrades quickly in the environment. The Contractors shall apply the Virkon Aquatic 1% Solution to all exposed surfaces that include but not limited to and similarly have made or potentially made contact with all agricultural contaminants such as soil, sand, and dirt; insect infestation; bird or animal by-products; and snails and vegetation. Examples include all exterior exposed surfaces, wheels, tracks, undercarriage, and the exterior and bottoms of containers.

The service location is 2-12 CAV BLDG 44012 Turkey Run rd. Fort Hood, Texas 76544, and will be specified in the salient characteristics document.

1.6.61 Environmental Requirement(s) and Specifications: Contractor shall contain, collect, and dispose of hazardous and non-hazardous wastes and residues generated as a result of this contract, and dispose of all wastes located on Fort Hood at disposal sites authorized by federal, state, and local laws and regulations as follows:

DLA

Disposition Services Bldg 25030 Phone (254) 287-5616 25030 Hell On Wheels Ave Fort Hood, Texas 76544-0210

The service location is 2-12 CAV BLDG 44012 Turkey Run rd. Fort Hood, Texas 76544, and will be specified in the salient characteristics document. Any change to the location, COR will inform the contractor and will change location as necessary at no additional cost to the Army.

1.6.62 Contractor shall conduct any sampling necessary to properly characterize any wastes prior to disposal, and shall properly document all such waste determinations. Work shall be performed in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

1.6.63 Contractor shall take responsibility for the cleanup for spills that may occur from their supplies or equipment during the operation, at no cost to the Government.

1.6.64 Contractor shall allow access to installation personnel to monitor, inspect, and/or sample any products used by or wastes generated by the Contractor. Installation personnel may be required to wear appropriate PPE to perform this task.

1.6.65 Water and Electricity Sources (UNITS and DPW): The unit will ensure that the contractor can set up near a fire hydrant or other government furnished water supply source or ensure access to fill appropriate water tanks to store clean water during the operation and have electricity as detailed in the contractors bid. If shore power is not available at the site, the unit will provide power generator(s) with fuel.

1.6.66 The contractor shall coordinate with Department of Public Works and the Contracting Officer for appropriate usage of fire hydrants.

SOW Prepared by: CPT Cameron Harris Signed 10 JUN 2020