W15QKN-23-R-0WDT - Solid Waste Mgmt Services - Fort Devens_MA - SOLICITATION.pdf

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Section SF 30 - BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION

Inquiries concerning all contractual actions after award shall be directed first to the contract administrator. In his/her absence, please contact the contracting officer. Subject line must reference the solicitation/contract number.

Changes: the contract administrator will incorporate all changes and other administrative actions to the contract as directed and authorized by the contracting officer.

Contract Administrator:

Name: Mitchell E Douglas E-mail: mitchell.e.douglas.civ@army.mil

Contracting Officer:

Name: Julie Cameron E-mail: julie.a.cameron.civ@army.mil Office: (609) 784-3342 Customer Primary POC:

Name: George Markt E-mail: george.h.markt.civ@army.mil Office: (978) 615-6098

Performance Location:

Fort Devens, 30 Quebec Street, Box 10 Devens, MA 01434-4479

INSTRUCTION TO OFFERORS

The Army Contracting Command – New Jersey (ACC-NJ) on behalf of the United States Army Garrison (USAG) Fort Devens has a requirement to procure Solid Waste Management Services. This procurement is a total small business set aside in accordance with (IAW) Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 13.5 “Simplified Procedures for Certain Commercial Products and Commercial Services”.

1. This requirement is being solicited under SAM.gov/ as a 100% Small Business Set Aside. All questions shall be in writing. Questions shall be e-mailed to Mitchell Douglas at mitchell.e.douglas.civ@army.mil & Julie Cameron at julie.a.cameron.civ@army.mil .

2. All quotes/offers/proposals shall be in writing. Quotes/offers/proposals shall be e-mailed to Mitchell Douglas at mitchell.e.douglas.civ@army.mil & Julie Cameron at julie.a.cameron.civ@army.mil.

3. It is the offeror’ s responsibility that all offers submitted, regardless of method of submission, are received in this office prior to the time and date for receipt of the offer. All quotes/offers/proposals are due no later than the date specified in the solicitation.

4. FOB Destination, Vendors must include CAGE code, Eunique ID, TIN. Quote should include FOB Destination pricing; freight should not be listed separately.

5. A written notice of award or acceptance of an offer, mailed or otherwise furnished to the successful offeror within the time for acceptance specified in the offer, shall result in a binding contract without further action by either party.

Before the offer's specified expiration time, the Government may accept an offer (or part of an offer), whether or not there are negotiations after its receipt, unless a written notice of withdrawal is received before award.

6. The contractor shall provide Solid Waste Management Services that include, but not limited to, all labor, equipment, transportation, materials, tools, supervision, and other items necessary to provide Solid Waste Management Services, dispose owate at a licensed wate transfer station, at licensed landfills, or incinerated at licensed wate-to-energyu plants located in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and approved and fully permitted by the Department of Environmental Management.

7. Contractors shall quote on all CLINs. CLIN pricing inclusive of labor, labor burden, other direct cost (material, equipment, fees, licenses, shipping, etc), G&A and profit.

8. Line Item pricing should include all applicable taxes, fees, gratuities, commissions, services charges, shipping costs, etc. The federal government is tax exempt.

9. The offeror is reminded it must offer on any issued plans, drawings, and specifications, or certifications as amended. Any deviations, conditions or attachments made by the offeror itself may render the offer nonresponsive and may be cause for its rejection.

10. All representations and certifications to include provision of SAM Eunique Identification. A contractor that is receiving an award resulting from this request for quotation must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM. To register, offerors may log onto: https://www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM/.

11. SAM Eunique ID#:__________________________

12. CAGE(commercial and government entity)code___________________

13. Federal Tax ID __________________

14. This project is small business set aside under NAICS 562111 with the business size standard of $47,000,000.

15. Multiple proposals will not be accepted.

BASIS OF AWARD

a. The Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the technically acceptable responsive responsible offeror able to meet the requirements of the Solicitation, Performance Work Statement (PWS), and with the lowest total aggregate price. Although the Government intends to award without discussions, if the price is not determined to be fair and reasonable, negotiations may commence. Award will be made only after agreement has been reached on fair market price and all terms and conditions for the Solid Waste Management Services requirement in Fort Devens, Massachusetts. The Government reserves the right to seek additional information if required to determine fair and reasonableness.

b. The Government will evaluate offers for award purposes by adding the total price for all options to the total price for the basic requirement. The Government may determine that an offer is unacceptable if the option prices are significantly unbalanced. Evaluation of options shall not obligate the Government to exercise the option(s).

c. The Past Performance Information Retrieval System and Federal Awardee Performance & Integrity Information Systems, as well any other Government-sponsored information available, may be utilized to help make a responsibility determination in accordance with FAR Subpart 9.104.

d. Before the offer's specified expiration time, the Government may accept an (or part of an offer), whether or not there are negotiations after its receipt, unless a written notice of withdrawal is received before award

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

Table of Contents

1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1 Overview

1.2 Deliverables

1.3 Co-mingling Waste

1.4 Outside Normal Duty Hours

2.0 DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

1.0 2.1 Scope

2.1.1 Ordnance

2.1.2 Hazardous Materials

2.1.3 Scavenging

2.2 Schedules

2.2.1 Recycle/Refuse Collection Schedule

2.2.2 Specific Tasks Routes/Schedules Submittals

2.3 Recycle Support

2.3.1 Recyclables Segregation

2.4 Collection Containers

2.4.1 Container Management

2.4.2 Containers and Installation Access

2.4.3 Containers in Field Training Areas

2.4.4 HAZMAT in Containers

2.4.5 Container Approval

2.4.6 Serviceable Containers

2.4.7 Container Lids

2.4.8 Evaluating Containers

2.4.9 Container Replacements

2.4.10 Container Spillage

2.4.11 Complaints

2.4.12 Container Cleaning Schedule

2.5 Collection Vehicles

2.5.1 Vehicle Maintenance

2.5.2 Unserviceable Vehicles

2.5.3 Scales

2.6 Special Events/Tasks

2.6.1 Special Events Planning

2.6.2 Additional Services

2.6.3 Airfields

2.7 Other Events

2.7.1 Storms and Natural Disasters

2.7.2 Inclement Weather Planning

2.7.3 Inclement Weather Delay

2.7.4 Unscheduled Clean-Ups

2.7.5 Examples of Scheduled and Unscheduled Requirements

2.7.6 Emergency Work

2.7.7 Installation Closures

2.8 Reports

2.8.1 Monthly Summary Report

2.8.2 Work Control, Records, and Reports Plan (WCRRP)

2.8.3 Container Condition Report

2.8.4 Weekly Skip Reports

2.8.5 Regulatory Agency Inspections

2.8.6 Other Reports

3.0 GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED MATERIAL (GFM)/PROPERTY (GFP)/EQUIPMENT (GFE)

3.1 Collection Stations

3.2 Container Inventory

3.3 Container Upkeep

3.4 Serialized Containers

3.5 Cubic Yard Capacity

4.0 Contractor-Furnished Property and Services…

5.0 Environmental Protection

6.0 WORK CAPABILITY LEVELS

1.0 General Information.

1.1 Overview. Solid Waste Management is a comprehensive approach to managing non-hazardous solid waste that encompasses green procurement, waste prevention, and disposal programs. The Contractor, partnering with the installation, shall determine and utilize the most cost effective Recycle and Solid Waste Management services, emphasizing innovation and commercial best practices, to maximize diversion. The Contractor shall dispose of all commercial, industrial, and community activity waste in accordance with (IAW) all applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations. The waste shall be disposed of at a Subtitle “D” Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) landfill located in the State of Massachusetts and approved and fully permitted by the Department of Environmental Management. The Contractor shall pay all applicable fees associated with disposal.

1.2 Deliverables. The Contractor shall compile historical data, prepare reports, and submit information as specified by the Deliverables as directed by the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) or Alternate Contracting Officer’s Representative (ACOR).

1.3 Co-mingling Waste. The Contractor shall not co-mingle or transport MSW refuse with off-post generated MSW refuse. Solid waste and recyclables generated (excluding regulated medical or hazardous waste) shall be collected, transported, and disposed of at the direction of the

COR/ACOR.

1.4 Outside Normal Duty Hours. Except for specials events, the Contractor shall not be required to provide services after normal duty hours, weekends and Federal holidays. Services outside of normal duty hours must be authorized by the Contracting Officer (KO).

2.0 Description of Services.

2.1 Scope. The Contractor shall determine the best disposal method for solid waste management to avoid picking up an empty dumpster or container. The disposal method shall be approved by the KO. Municipal solid waste shall be disposed of at a licensed waste transfer station, at licensed landfills, or incinerated at licensed waste-to- energy plants. The Contractor shall empty recycle/refuse containers, compacters, and roll-offs once a week. When requested by the KO or COR, the contractor shall provide roll-off containers for collection of C&D. These roll-off containers shall be in addition to the contractor-provided, permanently located containers list (to be provided at request). The contractor shall place containers at the designated site within 24 hours of notification by the KO or COR. The contractor shall recycle or dispose of all C&D at a recycling facility. The contractor must remove loaded containers or remove and replace them within 24 hours of the request by the KO or COR. When requested by the KO or COR, the contractor shall provide roll-off containers for collection of scrap metal. These roll-off containers shall be in addition to the contractor-provided, permanently located containers list. The contractor shall place containers at the designated site within 24 hours of notification by the KO or COR. The contractor shall recycle or dispose of all scrap metal at a recycling facility. The contractor must remove loaded containers or remove and replace them within 24 hours of the request by the KO or COR. In the event of demand fluctuations, frequency adjustments must be approved by KO. The Contractor shall remove all litter and waste on the ground within a ten (10) foot radius of the container. The Contractor shall track and report to the COR/ACOR all container weights and number of services per week. The Contractor shall perform services IAW approved scheduled routes for pick-up and respond to calls for service when dumpsters reach full before scheduled pick-up. Recyclable items include, but are not limited to, the following:

a. Cardboard

b. Woody debris and wood pallets

c. Plastics

d. Paper

e. Aluminum/tin cans

f. Scrap metal (including brass from expended rounds)

g. Toner cartridges

h. Mattresses

i. Electronics

The KO or COR may also request the contractor to make unscheduled collections and disposals.

For unscheduled requests, the contractor shall respond within 24 hour of notification from the KO or COR.

Mixed Recyclables: The contractor is responsible for bringing mixed recyclables to a material recycling facility (MRF) specifically set up to handle mixed recyclables. These materials will be collected in contractor provided and placed 90-gallon rolling containers (or totes) in the quantities specified (to be provided upon request). Should extra containers and extra locations be added to the recycling route, they will be paid for under the appropriate CLIN. These containers shall have attached hinged lids and be compatible with the material handling systems on special collection vehicles as distinct from vehicles used to handle MSW. Prior to commencement of the contract, the Contractor will provide educational materials for distribution by the Government as to what materials are suitable for single stream recycling and what materials are unsuitable.

Materials not part of the normal waste or recycling stream: (Such as CRTs, mattresses, and tires) found as contaminants in loads will be billed for disposal according to the bid schedule for those items included in this contract. The Government may also segregate and accumulate these items for subsequent disposal at unit costs shown in the bid schedule.

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When requested by the KO or COR, the contractor shall provide roll-off containers for the collection of four (4) or more mattresses. These roll-off containers shall be in addition to the contractor-provided, permanently located containers list. The contractor shall place containers at the designated site within 24 hours of notification by the KO or COR. The contractor shall recycle or dispose of all mattresses at a recycling facility. The contractor must remove loaded containers or remove and replace them within 24 hours of the request by the KO or COR.

The Government shall supply collection containers for MSW. After dumping, the contractor shall reposition containers in specified locations and minimize interference with adjacent parking areas, sidewalks, roadways, overhead utilities, trees, and other potential obstructions. If more than one container is positioned at one collection station, the contractor will place containers as close together as feasible for user convenience and presenting an organized appearance.

The contractor shall provide (18-25) 30-CY roll-off containers and (44-55) 90-gallon rolling containers for recycling at specified locations. The Contractor shall also provide (6-10) front-loading cardboard containers of 6-CY or greater capacity at warehouses and food service locations. At the conclusion of the contract, the contractor shall remove contractor-owned containers.

Maintaining Containers and Collection Area. The contractor shall return all MSW and recycling containers to their original location after servicing, in an upright position with the lids securely in place (closed).

The contractor is responsible for cleaning up any spills, debris, etc., on the ground within ten feet of the container when servicing a location.

The contractor shall collect debris placed at collection stations; for example, tree branches, sacks, cartons, boxes, cans, tied bundles, or other containers. It is intended that the majority of debris will be placed in containers. The contractor shall notify of locations where debris is frequently placed outside of containers so the COR may notify facility managers and, if necessary, the contractor can adjust the container size or pickup frequency with Contracting Officer approval. The contractor shall be responsible for keeping collection areas free of solid waste and debris.

Weighing of Vehicles. All vehicles used in the collection of MSW, C&D, and Metal recyclable materials shall be weighed on state certified vehicle scales and weight slips should show In and Out gross weights for all 30-yard dumpster and 6-yard pickups. For regularly scheduled MSW collections, the contractor will provide a dedicated vehicle. No off-post waste shall be brought onto Devens RFTA due to force protection requirements. For single stream recycling totes, 90 gallon totes, and 6-yard container recycling pickups, estimates of the weight of each recycling stream will be acceptable. Devens RFTA recycling and cardboard should be picked up separately from township or other routes.

The contractor will produce weight receipts for all roll-off loads annotated with the type of material in the container as well as the pickup location at Devens RFTA. The contractor shall submit a monthly report that includes weight tickets that reflect the disposed tonnage figures, date of disposal, and type of vehicle.

Off-Base Disposal. The contractor shall transport and dispose of all waste or recyclables at a permitted or licenses off-base transfer, recycling or disposal site. No materials may be detained or restaged on Devens RFTA. A copy of the operating permit(s)/licenses for the transfer/disposal facility(ies) to which waste and recyclable materials are transported shall be provided to the KO. The contractor shall transport organic and recyclable commodities to an off- base material recovery facility. The contractor is responsible for disposal being in accordance with existing local, state, and federal regulations.

Disposal of Non-Marketable Materials. Disposal of non-marketable materials from processing recyclable materials at an off-base facility shall be the responsibility of the contractor. This includes any recyclable material rejected for any reason. Contractor shall inform the KO or COR what material was rejected and reason for rejection.

2.1 .1 Ordnance. Under no circumstances shall the Contractor knowingly accept ammunition, explosives, or firearms. The Contractor shall immediately report all potentially explosive items or materials to the Provost Marshal’s Office and Explosive Ordnance Disposal.

2.1.2 Hazardous Materials. The Contractor shall not handle asbestos, human remains, or compact military food heaters. The Contractor shall not handle bio-medical (also known as “red bag”) or other hazardous materials.

The Contractor shall report to the COR/ACOR any hazardous materials identified or discovered at the Collection Point.

2.1.3 Scavenging. The Contractor shall prohibit scavenging of materials from the Collection Point. The Contractor shall not salvage materials. The Contractor shall maintain the Collection Point to discourage the harboring, feeding, and breeding of disease vectors.

2.2 Schedules.

2.2.1 Recycle/Refuse Collection Schedule. The Contractor shall coordinate with the COR/ACOR to develop a schedule that minimizes interference with Government business and submit the schedule to the KO for approval. The Contractor's schedule shall cover a 12-month period. The Contractor shall submit the schedules not later than (NLT) ten (10) days prior to contract performance start date and every subsequent option period. The Contractor shall submit changes to the schedule to the KO NLT ten (10) working days prior to the proposed implementation date of any change. The Contractor shall not implement schedules or changes to the work schedule without prior written approval from the KO. The Contractor shall perform all work under the contract IAW the Contractor's schedules. All schedules shall be submitted to the KO for approval.

2.2.2 Specific Tasks Routes/Schedules Submittals. The Contractor shall submit a schedule organized in two (2) hour increments and by days of the week for vehicle routes and collection. The report shall be submitted for KO approval NLT ten (10) business days from the award date of the contract.

The Contractor shall jointly monitor with the

COR/ACOR the fill capacities during the first thirty (30) days of performance and one (1) other time during each performance period. Proposed changes to the schedule or haul route shall be approved by the KO in writing prior to route changes. Estimated container sizes and frequencies are available in Section 7.0 Tables / Technical Exhibits (Table A) and will also be provided upon request. A map of the garrison’s current dumpster locations will be provided upon award of this contract.

2.3 Recycle Support. – NA

2.3.1 Recyclables Segregation. The Contractor shall segregate recyclable materials by commodity type. The Contractor shall load the segregated commodities for transport IAW Department of Transportation (DOT) Standards. The Contractor shall assist in the disposal of non-recyclable items found during the recyclable commodity segregation process.

2.3.1.1 Cardboard. The Contractor shall collect cardboard from troop barracks and other building residents receiving furniture and other items, including cardboard left by Contractors.

2.3.1.2 Bulk Items. The Contractor shall collect and dispose of bulky items (e.g., shipping cartons, scrap lumber, discarded furniture, appliances, toys, wood pallets) placed at collection stations, curb side or outside a refuse container.

2.3.1.3 Hazardous Items. Items such as refrigerators, freezers, and window air conditioner units may contain chlorofluorocarbon (CFC). Items containing CFCs shall be picked up and properly disposed.

2.3.1.4 Scrap Metal Items. Scrap metal roll-offs will be inspected by the COR/ACOR prior to transport. The Contractor shall obtain a stamped DD form 1348-1A, Issue Release/Receipt Document, from the vendor and submit the stamped form to the COR/ACOR.

2.3.1.5 Toner Cartridge. – NA

2.3.1.6 Yard Waste Items. – NA

2.3.1.7 Yard Waste Areas. – NA

2.3.1.8 Brass Deformer. - N A

2.4 Collection Containers.

2.4.1 Container Management. The Contractor shall place, combine, relocate, and remove all recycle/refuse containers and equipment in types and quantities, adequate to collect and deliver after receiving approval from the COR/ACOR. Damages to property or grounds after placing containers shall be repaired by the Contractor at no cost to the Government.

2.4.2 Containers and Installation Access. The Contractor shall place recycle/refuse containers according to standoff distances (Section 7.0 Table B, C, D). In addition, the recycle/refuse collection containers shall be positioned more than fifteen (15) yards from a food establishment’s entrance doors and adjacent entry way.

2.4.3 Containers in Field Training Areas. The Contractor shall provide recycle/refuse containers to support training on ranges. The COR/ACOR will ensure all range and training area roads are accessible prior to collecting, disposing, or relocating containers.

2.4.4 HAZMAT in Containers. The Contractor shall notify the Directorate of Public Works (DPW) Environmental Division immediately after asbestos or other HAZMAT has been identified.

2.4.5 Container Approval. All recycle/refuse collection containers (e.g., bins, totes, or cages) shall be KO approved. Containers must be clearly marked to identify names, telephone numbers, and emergency telephone numbers.

2.4.6 Serviceable Containers. The Contractor shall maintain refuse containers in a serviceable condition. The containers are unserviceable if any one of the following conditions exist:

a. Container does not meet specifications

b. Container is not leak proof (storm water pollution prevention compliant)

c. Container is not enclosed (except for roll-off containers designed to be open)

d. Doors, lids or hardware are missing, damaged, not operational, or do not close in the manner in which they were designed to close

e. Over twenty-five percent (25%) of exposed surface is not a uniform color (painted if container is not molded or composite plastic)

f. Over ten percent (10%) of exposed surface is covered with rust

g. Container exterior is damaged (substantial dents, holes, excessive scratches, burrs, ragged edges that present the container in an undesirable appearance).

2.4.7 Container Lids. All containers shall be equipped with metal lids and locking latches. All solid waste container tops, lids, and doors shall be closed after emptying.

2.4.8 Evaluating Containers. The Contractor shall evaluate the condition of collection recycle/refuse containers on a quarterly basis and provide this information in a report to the COR/ACOR. The report shall include container size, serial number, location, condition rating, number of times cleaned that quarter, number of times painted that quarter, the number of times repaired that quarter, number of dumpsters moved that quarter, total number of serviceable collection containers, and number of collection containers in need of repair.

2.4.9 Container Replacements. Deteriorated solid waste containers shall be replaced or repaired by the Contractor at no cost to the Government. The Contractor shall replace containers within two (2) working days of receiving notification. The Contractor shall furnish replacement containers when containers are removed for cleaning, painting, maintenance, or repair.

2.4.10 Container Spillage. The Contractor shall pick up all spillage resulting from emptying of container and compacting of solid waste, recycle material, or grease in vehicles.

2.4.11 Complaints. Complaints regarding unsanitary conditions due to Contractor negligence shall be corrected by the Contractor within two (2) hours of notification.

2.4.12 Container Cleaning Schedule. The Contractor shall provide the COR/ACOR with a recommended recycling/refuse collection container cleaning schedule NLT ten (10) calendar days after contract award. The

Contractor shall only clean recycling/refuse dumpsters containing food waste, (e.g., containers at dining facilities, cafeterias, etc.) as needed. The Contractor shall provide to the COR/ACOR with a list of refuse collection containers that have received cleaning service each month throughout the Period of Performance (POP). The Contractor shall provide a Monthly Refuse Container Cleaning Schedule that shall include days of service and driver, each container location, container type, cleaning time, and cleaning method. The Contractor shall clean and sanitize recycling/refuse containers as needed to ensure they are clean and odorless.

2.5 Collection Vehicles.

2.5.1 Vehicle Maintenance. Collection vehicles shall be maintained and serviced IAW the manufacturers’ recommendations. The Contractor shall ensure collection vehicles receive periodic safety checks and all irregularities shall be repaired before the vehicle is operated. The Contractor shall remove, all inoperable or unserviceable Contractor- furnished vehicles and equipment, off the installation. The Contractor shall not leave MSW in collection vehicles over twenty-four (24) hours. The collection vehicle operator shall immediately clean up all spills caused during the operation. All operators of Contractor-furnished vehicles shall be licensed by the State and operate IAW installation traffic regulations. The Contractor shall not leave vehicles unattended unless properly locked and secured.

2.5.2 Unserviceable Vehicles. The Contractor shall have serviceable vehicles to ensure completion of contract requirements in the event of breakdowns, repair, or other mechanical problems. Vehicles that are identified as unserviceable shall be repaired or replaced NLT seven (7) calendar days at no additional cost to the Government. The Contractor shall provide maintenance and repair service.

2.5.3 Scales. Collection equipment of the types used for the collection, storage, and transportation of MSW shall meet the standards established by the American National Standards Institute (as of the effective date(s) established in ANSI Z245.1, Safety Standards for Refuse Collection Equipment).

2.6 Special Events/Tasks.

2.6.1 Special Events Planning. The Contractor shall participate in the planning and coordinating of special events. Scheduled special events typically take place installation- wide.

2.6.2 Additional Services. The Contractor shall be required to provide additional containers (up to 6 6yd dumpsters or 3 30yd dumpsters) for collections, or relocate containers for special ceremonies, small construction projects, security, organizational events, unit moves, and to satisfy the Command. Additional services may be required 3-6 times per year.

Relocations shall be accomplished, with the approval from the KO, not more than eight (8) working hours after the verbal request by phone. Major events requiring refuse and recycling support will be planned two (2) weeks in advance and the Contractor shall provide services necessary to support the event. The Contractor shall place recycling and refuse containers at the event or locations for the period of time specified by the COR/ACOR.

2.6.3 Airfields. NA

2.7 Other Events.

2.7.1 Storms and Natural Disasters. The Contractor shall provide additional collection containers or increase frequency of services to manage the temporary demand. The Contractor shall provide additional resources as needed to facilitate returning to full operational capacity.

2.7.2 Inclement Weather Planning. Upon notification of destructive weather by the COR/ACOR to prevent damage to containers, the Contractor shall collect all containers and temporarily relocate them to positions adjacent to buildings or other immovable structures. The Contractor shall provide appropriate tie-downs. The Contractor shall return all refuse/recycle collection containers to normal positions when destructive weather conditions have diminished.

2.7.3 Inclement Weather Delay. If the Contractor determines unsafe weather conditions for continued operations, then the Contractor shall request approval from the KO to suspend services. The Contractor shall suspend collection and disposal operations because of inclement weather only after receiving approval from the KO. The Contractor shall resume operations with KO approval.

2.7.4 Unscheduled Clean-Ups. The Contractor shall remove materials on the ground at collection sites and clean-up unauthorized (illegal) dump sites.

Examples may include abandoned property generated from unit moves or barracks clean-ups. The Contractor shall provide the appropriate containers and labor.

2.7.5 Examples of Scheduled and Unscheduled Requirements. Scheduled requirements include the following: military unit moves, barracks/dormitory clean-ups, Air Show, Armed Forces Day, military unit field exercises, Freedom Fest, Family Day, and Single Soldier Day, recovery operations due to natural causes or man-made causes, and military unit deployments. The Contractor shall provide collection containers to adequately manage the waste volume. Unscheduled events will be coordinated through the COR/ACOR. Upon notification, the Contractor shall provide the required services within five (5) working days.

2.7.6 Emergency Work. The KO may designate a work requirement as an emergency. The Contractor shall respond immediately to emergency work requests. The Contractor shall divert employees, if necessary, to respond to and accomplish emergency work. Emergency work would be necessary for the protection of life, health, or safety. Response time shall not exceed one

(1) hour and work shall commence within two (2) hours upon notification.

The Contractor shall continue working until the work is complete.

2.7.7 Installation Closures. The Contractor shall have a Project Manager, designated as emergency essential, to handle refuse collections during installation closures IAW to DFARS 237.76.

2.7.8 Federal Holidays. For Federal Holidays, the contractor shall provide the service on the next workday.

New Year’s Day - 1 January Martin Luther King Day - 3rd Monday in January President’s Day - 3rd

Monday in February Memorial Day - last

Monday in May Juneteenth – June 19th Independence Day - 4 July Labor Day - 1st

Monday in September Columbus Day - 2nd Monday in October Veterans Day - 11

November Thanksgiving Day - 4th

Thursday in November Christmas Day - 25 December

2.8 Reports.

2.8.1 Monthly Summary Report. The Contractor shall provide a monthly summary report of tonnage landfilled as MSW and materials recycled to include, but not limited to, the following: electronics, bulk metal, paper, cardboard, co-mingled recyclables, Freon, tires, and organics. The monthly summary report shall, at a minimum, identify the alternative waste streams, C&D, organics, stable waste, landfill/transfer station tipping fees, and percent

MSW and recyclable. Each monthly summary report should be available by the 15th of the following month.

2.8.2 Work Control, Records, and Reports Plan (WCRRP). The Contractor shall develop and implement a WCRRP to include all information control procedures necessary to ensure timely and acceptable accomplishment of all contract data requirements; and permit tracking of work in progress. The Contractor shall submit a WCRRP to the KO for approval NLT ten (10) days after contract performance start date, and modifications to the plan NLT seven (7) working days prior to implementation of any changes. The Contractor shall revise, modify, and resubmit the plan for approval annually. The Contractor shall accurately, completely, and legibly prepare and submit the documentation and automated reports to the KO. Reports shall include any supplemental charts, photographs, manufacturer's pamphlets, etc., necessary to complete the report.

2.8.3 Container Condition Report. The Contractor shall evaluate the condition of the collection containers on a monthly basis and provide this information in a quarterly report to the COR/ACOR.

2.8.4 Weekly Skip Reports. The Contractor shall provide a Weekly Skip Report (WSR) to the COR/ACOR listing containers that cannot be serviced because of blocked access, contamination, illegal material, etc. The Contractor shall contact the COR/ACOR within (one) 1 hour after identifying the non-collected container. The Non-Collected Container Report shall contain the service date, truck or route number, driver's name, container location, time container was checked, why it could not be emptied, and comments (for notations such as a description and license number of blocking vehicle). Upon notification by the COR/ACOR, the Contractor shall ensure collection of the refuse collection container NLT four (4) hours following notification.

2.8.5 Regulatory Agency Inspections. The Contractor shall submit a written report of any inspection visit by representative(s) of any regulatory agency and immediately notify the KO. This report shall include the representatives' names, titles, identification numbers, and agencies, reason(s) for the visit, and comments or findings. The Contractor shall submit a copy of all reports received as a result of these visits to the COR/ACOR by the end of the next working day following receipt of the report. Any samples, reports, etc. shall be accompanied by a statement signed by the inspecting regulatory agency representative validating their authenticity.

2.8.6 Other Reports. The Contractor shall provide copies of other reports to the COR/ACOR, such as those reports the Contractor develops to submit to

State Regulators or to support the Contractor's work system, within one (1) working day of completion.

2.8.6.1 Five (5) calendar days prior to start of contract performance, the contractor shall establish initial vehicle routes and collection schedules upon contract award. These are to be submitted to the KO.

2.8.6.2 Five (5) calendar days prior to start of contract performance, the contractor shall provide the names of all recycling and disposal facilities he intends to use during the life of the contract along with any State or Federal certifications, licenses or permits granted to these facilities.

Where waste-to–energy facilities are used, he must provide identification of the ultimate disposal facilities handling the ash or residue. These are to be submitted to the Contracting Officer (KO).

2.8.6.3 The contractor shall provide a singular point of contact to interface with the COR on all orders, inquiries, and complaints.

2.8.6.4 The contractor shall provide legible copies of weight tickets annotated with the point of collection and type of material for all roll-off dumps. The contractor will provide separate weight slips for scheduled weekly MSW pickup rounds and all recycling rounds. Actual weights of all recycled materials will be reported.

2.8.6.5 Upon request of the KO or COR, the contractor will provide reports on the disposition and/or locations of MSW, C&D, and/or recycling picked up from Devens RFTA.

3.0 Government-Furnished Material (GFM)/Property (GFP)/Equipment (GFE).

3.1 Collection Stations. The DPW has designated collection stations. The Contractor may relocate or combine pick-up stations only after receiving approval from the KO.

3.2 Container Inventory. The Contractor shall conduct an inventory of all Government- owned recycle/refuse dumpsters, roll-offs, litter cans, compactors, and tippers. The inventory shall include the container type, size, condition, routine maintenance, repair or replacement date, repair type, location, buildings servicing, and inventory number. The inventory shall be provided within thirty (30) days of the start of each contract year.

3.3 Container Upkeep. The Contractor shall provide routine maintenance, repairs, and replacement to Government-owned vertical compactors, horizontal compactors, vertical balers, horizontal balers, dumpsters, litter cans, shredders, tippers, roll off containers, and roll away cover assemblies.

The Contractor shall coordinate with the COR/ACOR all routine maintenance, repairs, and replacement.

3.4 Serialized Containers. Collection containers provided by the Government will have a number stenciled or painted on them for serialization and identification purposes.

3.5 Cubic Yard Capacity. Proposed capacities of containers based on historical data or estimated workload are indicated (upon request). The Government reserves the right to change the cubic yard capacity at any of the collection sites, reduce or increase the frequency of a collection site, or change the number of collection sites as long as it does not increase the overall tonnage capacity requirement of the individual task order.

4.0 Contractor Furnished Property and Services.

4.1 Property and Services. The contractor shall furnish all labor, facilities, vehicles, equipment, fuel, supplies, materials, and services, except those designated herein as Government-Furnished, required to accomplish all work.

4.2 Equipment Maintenance. The contractor shall maintain all their containers, ensuring they are free of unpleasant odors, dirt, debris, and pests. All containers must remain in good, workable condition, with no leaks and be easily accessible to customers. The contractor shall perform all cleaning, painting, repair and other maintenance tasks off-base. Trucks and trailers used for hauling and collecting shall be free of odor, dirt, debris, and pests. Contractor vehicles and equipment shall not have any waste or equipment leaks such as oil or hydraulic fluid. Should any contractor vehicles or equipment have any leaks, the contractor is responsible for cleanup.

4.3 Identification of Vehicles/Equipment. The Contractor shall maintain legible markings(logo) located on both sides of all Contractor-furnished vehicles and equipment, which shall include, as a minimum, the Contractor’s name (in at least three-inch-high letters), contractor’s telephone number, Contractor assigned vehicle identification number, and the Contractor’s Pest Control I.D. number.

The Contractor shall provide the government a list of all Contractor assigned vehicle identification numbers with a brief description of the vehicle to include make, year, model and color. Any changes to this list during the performance of the contract must be submitted in writing to the Contracting Officer within five working days of the change.

4.4 Vehicle Registrations and Licenses. The contractor’s vehicles, and where required, equipment utilized under the contract, shall be registered and licensed appropriately, prior to being operated under the contract. Operators of equipment and vehicles shall possess a valid operator’s permit to operate contractor-furnished vehicles or equipment for work under the contract.

4.5 Tools and Clothing. The contractor shall provide all tools and clothing, including personal protective clothing and equipment for contractor employees as required by OSHA, EPA, and the State of Massachusetts regulations and label requirements to meet the terms of the contract. The contractor shall provide on vehicles and other work areas, material for spill containment and emergency eye lavage.

4.6 Transportation. Transportation of all items required by the contract shall be the responsibility of the contractor. Government supplied items shall be picked up and transported by the contractor.

5.0 Environmental Protection.

5.1 Under no circumstances will the contractor transport hazardous waste on or off Federal Property. The contractor will not be required to dispose of hazardous waste under this contract. If the contractor discovers hazardous materials in any material left for pickup, he must immediately desist from loading or transporting such material and make an immediate report to the Devens RFTA police at 978-796-3333 and the Fort Devens Environmental Division at 978-615-6104.

5.2 Any release of oil, hazardous waste, or hazardous substance on Devens RFTA shall be reported to the Devens RFTA police at 978-796- 3333 and the Devens RFTA Environmental Division at 978-615-6104.

5.3 Any release of oil or hazardous substance as a result of the contractor’s equipment malfunctioning shall be immediately cleaned up by the contractor. All contractor vehicles will be required to carry spill cleanup equipment for such immediate response. If such a spill occurs the contractor must notify the COR and the Devens RFTA Environmental Division at 978-615-6104. In the event that spills exceed reportable quantity thresholds, they must immediately be reported to both the Devens RFTA police at 978-796-3333 and the Devens RFTA Environmental Division at 978-796-2644.

5.4 Any costs or delays from spills due to equipment malfunction or operation and the necessary cleanup or containment shall be borne by the contractor. The contractor will be responsible for providing replacement vehicles and maintaining pickup schedules.

5.5 The contractor shall be responsible for providing

certification of the proper disposal of spilled materials and absorbents.

5.6 In addition to any required licenses, contractor and subcontractor personnel performing work at Fort Devens shall have sufficient environmental training to be able to recognize and initially respond to conditions that endanger the environment.

5.7 Personnel. The Government and the Contractor understand and agree that the services to be delivered are non-personal services, and both parties recognize and agree that no employer-employee relationships exist between the Government and the Contractor and/or between the Government and the Contractors employees. Contactor personnel performing under this contract shall not be placed in a position where they are employed by a Federal Officer or are under the supervision, direction, or evaluation of a Federal Officer, military or civilian. The Government will neither supervise contractor employees nor control the method by which the contractor performs the required tasks. Under no circumstances will the Government assign tasks to, or prepare work schedules for, contractor employees. It shall be the responsibility of the contractor to manage its employees, and to guard against actions that are of the nature of personal services or give the perception of personal services. If particular actions constitute or are perceived by the contractor to constitute personal services, it shall be the contractor's responsibility to notify the Procuring Contracting Officer (PCO) or Administrative Contracting Officer (ACO) immediately.

6.0 Work Capability Levels.

7.0 Tables / Technical Exhibits

TABLE A - GOVERNMENT SUPPLIED MSW DUMPSTER LOCATIONS

(Scheduled Weekly Pickup)

BUILDING

NO.

STREET ADDRESS

QUANTITY

CAPACITY

(CY)

TOTAL

(CY)

601 62 Queenstown Street 2 6 12

623 42 Givry Street 1 6 6

643 8 Lexington Street 3 6 18

653 22 MacArthur Ave. 1 6 6

657 36 Quebec Street 5 6 30

665 24 Quebec Street 4 6 24

35 10th Mountain Division Rd

17 10th Mountain Division Rd

670 56 MacArthur Ave 1 6 6

671 58 MacArthur Ave 1 6 6

672 53 Quebec Street 2 6 12

673 57 Queenstown St. 2 6 12

674 49 Queenstown St. 1 6 6

23 Quebec St.

680 43 Quebec St. 1 6 6

686 36 MacArthur Ave 1 6 6

688 44 MacArthur Ave 2 6 12

689 50 MacArthur Ave 1 6 6

690 Access Control Point 1 6 6

693 9 Charlestown Street 1 6 6

3412 7 Liberty Street 1 6 6

3413 51 Lovell Street 2 6 12

TABLE B - CONTRACTOR SUPPLIED PREPOSITIONED WASTE & RECYCLING

CONTAINERS AND LOCATIONS (Picked Up on Demand –Returned to Original Position)

BUILDING NO.

STREET ADDRESS

QUANTITY

CAPACITY (CY)

TOTAL

(CY)

3415 2 Liberty Street 1 30 30

3576 Feinberg Street 3 30 90 South Post Jackson Road Entrance 2 30 60 South Post Training Area 10A 1 30 30

TOTALS 7 210

TABLE C - CONTRACTOR SUPPLIED RECYCLING TOTES (90 GALLON

CAPACITY) AND LOCATIONS (Scheduled Biweekly Pickup)

BUILDING NO. STREET ADDRESS QUANTITY

642 8 Lexington Street 3 656 37 Quebec Street 3 657 36 Quebec Street 1 665 24 Quebec Street 1 666 30 Quebec Street 8 672 53 Quebec Street 1 673 57 Queenstown Street 1 677 23 Quebec Street 1 679 31 Quebec Street 1 685 32 MacArthur Ave 1 689 50 MacArthur Ave 1 3415 Liberty Street 1 3413 Lovell Street 3 3416 Liberty Street 2 3574 12 Feinberg Street 1

TABLE D - CONTRACTOR SUPPLIED FRONT LOADING CARDBOARD

CONTAINERS (6 CY) AND LOCATIONS (Scheduled Biweekly Pickup)

BUILDING NO. STREET ADDRESS QUANTITY

657 36 Quebec Street 1 671 58 MacArthur Ave 1

3413 Lovell Street 1 3416 8 Liberty Street 1 3574 12 Feinberg Street 1

665 Saratoga Street (Between Bldg 665/674)

Section SF 1449 - CONTINUATION SHEET

ITEM NO SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

0001 6 Months BASE Solid Waste & Recycling Management

FFP

Solid Waste & Recycling Management: Contractor shall furnish all plant, labor, equipment, materials, transportation, and supervision to provide Integrated Solid Waste and Recycling Weekly and Biweekly Scheduled Pickups of containers listed in Tables A,C and D. Service is to be provided in accordance with the Performance Work Statement entitled "Integrated Solid Waste & Recycling Management Services".

FOB: Destination

PURCHASE REQUEST NUMBER: 0011955224

PSC CD: S205

NET AMT

0002 65 Short Ton

BASE 30 CY C&D

FFP

Contractor shall furnish all plant, labor, equipment, materials, transportation, and supervision to provide pickup and disposal of p repositioned containers listed in Table B or on-demand placement and disposal of additional 30 CY containers containing construction and demolition debris.