Attachment 1. Revised_ Chemical Procurement Specification-Anniston IWTP_3-2-20.pdf

CHEMICAL PROCUREMENT SPECIFICATION- ANNISTON IWTP

(Perlite, Anti-Foam, Hydrated Lime, Sodium Bisulfite Solution, Sulfuric Acid Solution, and Ferric Chloride)

Subject: Supply Perlite to the Anniston Army Depot (ANAD) Industrial Wastewater Treatment Plant (IWTP) located at Building 162.

1. SCOPE: The Contractor shall provide particulate Perlite as given within this specification to the ANAD IWTP, Building 162. The plant is located in the Nichols Industrial Complex of ANAD. The Nichols Industrial Complex is located in the Controlled Area of the ANAD.

The estimated annual usage for this chemical is expected to be 16,800 lbs.

Variability in treatment plant influent flow rates may modify this figure.

2. PROCESS DESCRIPTION: Perlite is used at the IWTP to precoat the filter presses prior to process dewatering.

3. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES: Perlite to be supplied shall have the following properties:

Composition: Perlite, amorphous alumina silicate

Density: Packaged 12.5 to 12.9 (12.7 typical) pounds per cubic foot.

Cake 15.1 to 15.5 (15.3 typical) pounds per cubic foot.

Darcy Permeability: 0.88 to 0.92 (0.90 typical)

Specific Gravity: 2.2 to 2.4 (2.3 typical)

140-Mesh Screen Retain: 6.9 to 7.1 (7% typical) Alpine Air Jet Sieve:

cumulative.

Median Particle Size: 31.4 to 35.4 micron (33.4 microns typical)

Median Pore Size: 15.4 to 17.4 microns (16.4 microns typical)

Chemical Properties: SiO2 72.8 to 76.8 (74.8 % typical) Al2O3 12.5 to 16.5 (14.5 % typical) K2O <5.0% (4.9 % typical) Na2O <5.0% (4.4 % typical) Fe2O3 <1.0% (0.6 % typical) CaO <0.5% (0.4 % typical) TiO2 <0.5% (0.1 % typical) MgO <0.5% (0.1 % typical)

Water soluble <0.1 % Loss on Ignition <1.0 %

Deviation from any one of these limits of the properties will result in the chemical not meeting the requirements of this specification.

4. CONTRACTOR’S RESPONSIBILITIES:

a. DELIVERY: The Contractor shall be required to deliver a minimum of two bulk bags of product and a maximum of six bulk bags per delivery within 72 hours of contact by the ANAD Contracting Officer.

I. Bags shall be a “4 panel funnel bottom tote” with the following dimensions: 35 inches L x 42 inches W x 50 inches H with a 28” (71 centimeter) round discharge opening protruding at least 20” (50 centimeter). The height of the bags, including loops, for hoisting up onto the bulk bag unloader may not exceed 66”.

Nominal weight of full bag is 550 pounds, or.

II. Also acceptable: Bags shall be a “4 panel funnel bottom tote” with the following dimensions: 48 inches long X 48 inches high X 44 inches wide” (71 centimeter) round discharge opening protruding at least 20” (50 centimeter). The height of the bags, including loops, for hoisting up onto the bulk bag unloader may not exceed 66”. Nominal weight of full bag is 700 pounds.

III. Bulk bags to be delivered on 4-way entry wooden pallets.

b. SAFETY: The Contractor shall be required to have a copy of the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) and provide a copy to the treatment plant personnel. The Contractor and its personnel shall comply with the MSDS requirements. Appropriate personal protection equipment shall be worn at all times while unloading the Perlite.

c. TRANSFER: The Contractor’s delivery driver shall contact the treatment plant POC at Building 162 upon arrival at ANAD to coordinate off-loading of chemical at the site. The telephone number is (256) 235- 6723 at Building 162. ANAD has a Perlite storage area at Building 162.

This storage area is clearly labeled “PRECOAT STORAGE.” No transfer shall occur without the presence of appropriate ANAD personnel.

Subject: Supply Anti Foam to the Anniston Army Depot (ANAD) Industrial Wastewater Treatment Plant (IWTP) located at Building 162.

1. SCOPE: The contractor shall provide anti-foam in accordance with this specification to the ANAD IWTP, Building 162. The plant is located in the Nichols Industrial Complex of ANAD. The Nichols Industrial Complex is located in the Controlled Area of ANAD. The estimated annual usage for this chemical is expected to be 4,125 gallons (This is based on use of 10% Hydrophobic Silica).

Variability in anti-foam properties and treatment plant influent flow rates may modify this figure. Contractor is to submit a one liter sample for bench testing.

2. PROCESS DESCRIPTION: Anti foam is used at the IWTP to reduce foam produced by hydrocarbon and metal laden wastewater streams generated from the steam cleaning, paint stripping, chemical cleaning and metal plating of battle vehicles and associated components. The treatment process consists of equalization, precipitation, coagulation, clarification, and filtering. Product will be evaluated for effectiveness prior to selection.

3. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES: Anti foam to be supplied shall pH 6.0-9.0 S.U.

Freezing Point Near 32 degrees F

Grade must be acceptable for use in treated wastewater discharged to surface waters.

Deviation from any one of these limits of the properties will result in the chemical not meeting the requirements of this specification.

a. DELIVERY: The Contractor shall be required to deliver a minimum of 275 gallons of solution (1 full tote) within 72 hours of contact by the ANAD Contracting Officer. The Contractor shall be capable of supplying multiple tote shipments (maximum of 4 per delivery).

b. SAFETY: The Contractor shall be required to have a copy of the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) and provide a copy to the treatment plant personnel. The Contractor shall comply with the MSDS requirements. Chemical splash-proof goggles or face shield shall be worn during any handling of spills and residual quantities of anti-foam in the anti-foam storage area.

c. TRANSFER: The driver shall contact the treatment plant

POC at Building 162 upon arrival at ANAD to coordinate off-loading of chemical at the site. The telephone number is (256) 235-6723 at Building

162. ANAD has an anti-foam storage area at Building 162. Tote deliveries shall only occur with ANAD personnel present.

Subject: Supply Hydrated Lime (Calcium oxide) to the Anniston Army Depot (ANAD) Industrial Wastewater Treatment Plant (IWTP) located at Building 162.

1. SCOPE: The contractor shall provide particulate hydrated lime as given within this specification to the ANAD IWTP, Building 162. The plant is located in the Nichols Industrial Complex of ANAD. The Nichols Industrial Complex is located in the Controlled Area of ANAD. The estimated annual usage for this chemical is expected to be 200 tons.

Variability in treatment plant influent flow rates may modify this figure.

2. PROCESS DESCRIPTION: Lime is used at the IWTP to pH adjust hydrocarbon and metal laden wastewater streams generated from the steam cleaning, chemical cleaning and metal plating of vehicles and associated components. The treatment process consists of equalization, precipitation, coagulation, clarification, and filtering.

3. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES: Lime to be supplied shall

Calcium Oxide > 90 %

Magnesium Oxide < 5 %

Calcium Carbonate < 3 %

Silicon Dioxide < 2 %

Water < 1 % pH, 12.4 @ 25 oC (sat’d sol.)

Specific Gravity 1.432 @ 63.5oF (40% sol.)

Boiling Point 2850 degrees C

Deviation from any one of these limits of the properties will result in the chemical not meeting the requirements of this specification.

minimum of 40,000 lbs. of hydrated lime and a maximum of 100,000 lbs. hydrated lime per delivery by bulk truck within 72 hours of contact by the ANAD Contracting Officer.

b. SAFETY: The Contractor shall be required to have a copy of the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) and provide a copy to the treatment plant personnel. The Contractor shall comply with the MSDS requirements. Contractor shall provide at his expense, chemical splash-proof goggles or face shield that shall be worn during (1) the transfer of the tanker contents to the ANAD bulk storage silo, (2) connecting and disconnecting of transfer hoses, (3) handling of spills and residual quantities of hydrated lime in the hoses.

c. TRANSFER: The Contractor’s delivery driver shall contact the treatment plant POC at Building 162 upon arrival at ANAD to coordinate off-loading of the chemical at the site. The telephone number is (256) 235-6723 at Building 162. ANAD has one storage silo at the IWTP. This 50-ton steel storage silo is vented through a dust collector to the atmosphere and clearly labeled “LIME SILO.” Lime shall be pneumatically conveyed to the top of the 50’ tall lime silo and vented through a dust collection system on top of the silo. The fill lines are 2-inch with quick-connect fittings. The distance from the transfer fittings to the closest truck parking area may be greater than 20’. Up to 40’ of transfer hose is recommended to be stored on the delivery vehicle. No transfer shall occur without the presence of designated ANAD personnel.

d. DISCONNECTING: When the material transfer is complete, the

Contractor will turn off the transfer air blower and close the tank and truck valves. The Contractor shall then disconnect at the tank connection and allow the hose to drain into the fill line drain containment. The Contractor shall have a bucket to catch any residual hydrated lime solids in the hose and hose connection at the truck, preventing any leakage by capturing it in the bucket. The Contractor (with permission) and/or treatment plant personnel can pour captured material from disconnection into a bucket for onsite disposal in treatment process. The on-site disposal and bucket cleaning (rinsing) must supervised by ANAD authorized personnel.

Subject: Supply Sodium Bisulfite Solution (nominal 40% by weight Sodium Bisulfite) to the Anniston Army Depot (ANAD) Industrial Wastewater Treatment Plant (IWTP) located at Building 162.

1. SCOPE: The contractor shall provide aqueous Sodium Bisulfite in accordance with this specification to the ANAD IWTP, Building 162. The plant is located in the Nichols Industrial Complex of ANAD. The Nichols Industrial Complex is located in the Controlled Area of ANAD. The estimated annual usage for this chemical is expected to be 21,600 gallons. Variability in treatment plant influent flow rates may modify this figure.

2. PROCESS DESCRIPTION: Sodium Bisulfite is used at the IWTP to treat hydrocarbon and metal laden wastewater streams generated from the steam cleaning, chemical cleaning and metal plating of battle vehicles and associated components. The treatment process consists of equalization, precipitation, coagulation, clarification, and filtering.

3. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES: Sodium Bisulfite to be supplied shall have the following properties:

Sodium Bisulfite 38 - 42%

Water 58 - 62% pH, 40% Solution 4

Specific Gravity 1.33 @ 25oC (40% sol.)

Freezing Point 45 degrees F (40% sol.)

Boiling Point 219 degrees F (40% sol.)

Deviation from any one of these limits of the properties will result in the chemical not meeting the requirements of this specification.

a. DELIVERY: The Contractor shall be required to deliver a low-end nominal volume of 1,800 gallons of solution (1/2 full tanker truck) and a high-end nominal volume of 3,500 gallons within 72 hours of contact by the ANAD Contracting Officer. The Contractor shall be capable of supplying varying volumes as directed by ANAD.

b. SAFETY: The Contractor shall be required to have a copy of the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) and provide a copy to the treatment plant personnel. The Contractor shall comply with the MSDS requirements. Chemical splash-proof goggles or face shield shall be worn during (1) the transfer of the tanker contents to the ANAD bulk storage tank, (2) connecting and disconnecting of transfer hoses, (3) handling of spills and residual quantities of Sodium Bisulfite in the hoses.

c. TRANSFER: The Contractor’s delivery driver shall contact the treatment plant POC at Building 162 upon arrival at ANAD to coordinate off-loading of chemical at the site.. The telephone number is (256) 235-6723 at Building 162. ANAD has one storage tank near Building 162. This 5,000-gallon fiberglass storage tank is vented to atmosphere and clearly labeled “SODIUM BISULFITE STORAGE.” The fill lines are 2-inch with quick-connect fittings. The distance from the transfer fittings to the closest truck parking area may be greater than 20’. Up to 40’ of transfer hose is recommended to be stored on the delivery vehicle. No transfer shall occur without the presence of authorized ANAD personnel.

d. DISCONNECTING: When the material transfer is complete, the Contractor will turn off the transfer pump and close the tank and truck valves. The Contractor shall then disconnect at the tank connection and allow the hose to drain into the fill line drain containment. The Contractor shall have a bucket to catch any residual Sodium Bisulfite in the hose and hose connection at the truck, preventing any leakage by capturing it in the bucket. The Contractor (with permission) and/or treatment plant personnel can pour captured material from disconnection into a bucket for onsite disposal in treatment process. The on-site disposal and bucket cleaning (rinsing) must supervised by authorized ANAD personnel.

SUBJECT: Supply Sulfuric Acid Solution (nominal 93% by weight Sulfuric Acid) to the Anniston Army Depot (ANAD) Industrial Wastewater Treatment Plant (IWTP).

1. SCOPE: The Contractor shall provide aqueous Sulfuric Acid as given within this specification to the ANAD GWTP. The plant is located in the Controlled Area of ANAD. The estimated annual usage for this chemical is expected to be 3,000 gallon. Variability in treatment plant influent flow rates may modify this figure.

2. PROCESS DESCRIPTION: Sulfuric Acid is used at the IWTP to pH adjust hydrocarbon and metal laden wastewater streams generated from the steam cleaning, chemical cleaning and metal plating of vehicles and associated components. The treatment process consists of equalization, precipitation, coagulation, clarification, and filtering.

3. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES: Sulfuric Acid to be supplied shall

Sulfuric Acid 92-94%

Water 6-8% pH, 93% Solution Less than 1

Specific Gravity 1.84 @ 60oF (93% sol.)

Freezing Point -21 degrees F (93% sol.)

Boiling Point 529 degrees F (93% sol.)

low-end nominal volume of 1,000 gallons of solution per delivery by bulk truck within 72 hours of contact by the ANAD Contracting Officer. The Contractor shall be capable of supplying varying volumes as directed by

ANAD.

b. SAFETY: The Contractor shall be required to have a copy of the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) and provide a copy to the treatment plant personnel. The contractor shall comply with the MSDS. Appropriate personnel protective equipment and material handling equipment shall be used during the off loading of drums from the delivery truck and during the handling of any residual acid from spills or other incidences.

c. TRANSFER: The driver shall contact the treatment plant POC upon arrival at ANAD to coordinate off-loading of chemical at the site. The telephone number is (256) 235- 6723 at the treatment plant. No transfer shall occur without the presence of ANAD personnel.

SUBJECT: Supply Ferric Chloride Solution (nominal 40% by weight Ferric Chloride) to the Anniston Army Depot (ANAD) Industrial Wastewater Treatment Plant (IWTP) located at Building 162.

1. SCOPE: The Contractor shall provide aqueous Ferric Chloride in accordance with this specification to the ANAD IWTP, Building 162. The plant is located in the Nichols Industrial Complex of ANAD. The Nichols Industrial Complex is located in the Controlled Area at ANAD. The estimated annual usage for this chemical is expected to be 64,000 gallons. Variability in treatment plant influent flow rates may modify this figure.

2. PROCESS DESCRIPTION: Ferric Chloride is used at the IWTP to treat hydrocarbon and metal laden wastewater streams generated from the steam cleaning, chemical cleaning and metal plating of battle vehicles and associated components. The treatment process consists of equalization, precipitation, coagulation, clarification, and filtering.

3. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES: Ferric Chloride to be supplied shall have the following properties:

Ferric Chloride 39-44%

Hydrochloric Acid 1% Max

Water 56-61%

Insoluble Solids 0.5% Max pH, 40% Solution Less than 2

Specific Gravity 1.432 @ 63.5oF (40% sol.)

Freezing Point 30.2 degrees F

Boiling Point 10 degrees C (230 degrees F)

Grade Food Grade low-end nominal volume of 4,000 gallons of solution (1 full tanker truck) within 72 hours of contact by the ANAD Contracting Officer. If requested, the Contractor shall be capable of supplying 2,000 gallons of solution (1/2 tanker truck) shipments.

b. SAFETY: The Contractor shall be required to have a copy of the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) and provide a copy to the treatment plant personnel. The Contractor shall comply with the MSDS. Chemical splash-proof goggles or face shield shall be worn during (1) the transfer of the tanker contents to the ANAD bulk storage tank, (2) connecting and disconnecting of transfer hoses, (3) handling of spills and residual quantities of Ferric Chloride in the hoses.

c. TRANSFER: The driver shall contact the treatment plant POC at Building 162 upon arrival at ANAD to coordinate off-loading of chemical at the site. The telephone numbers are

(256) 235-6723 at Building 162. ANAD has (2) two storage tanks at Building 162. These 8,000-gallon fiberglass storage tanks are vented to atmosphere and clearly labeled “FERRIC CHLORIDE STORAGE.” The fill lines are 2-inch with quick-connect fittings. The distance from the transfer fittings to the closest truck parking area may be greater than 20’. Up to 40’ of transfer hose is recommended to be stored On the delivery vehicle. No transfer shall occur without the presence of ANAD personnel.

d. DISCONNECTING: When the material transfer is complete, the contractor will turn off the transfer pump and close the tank and truck valves. The contractor shall then disconnect at the tank connection and allow the hose to drain into the fill line drain containment. The Contractor shall have a bucket to catch any residual Ferric Chloride in the hose and hose connection at the truck, preventing any leakage by capturing it in the bucket. The Contractor (with permission) and/or treatment plant personnel can pour captured material from disconnection into a bucket for onsite disposal in treatment process. The on-site disposal and bucket cleaning (rinsing) must supervised by ANAD authorized personnel.

General Requirements and Specifications:

1. SPILLS: If a spill occurs, follow the MSDS guidelines and report the incident immediately by dialing 911 on any depot telephone.

2. DOT COMPLIANCE: The Contractor shall comply with Department of

Transportation (DOT) shipping regulations.

3. PERMITS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The Contractor shall, without any additional expense to the government, be responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses and permits, any analytical testing, and for compliance with any regulations in connection with the performance of the work. The Contractor shall also be responsible for all damages to persons and property that occur as a result of his/her fault or negligence. The Contractor shall take proper safety and health precautions to protect all employees and property. The Contractor shall furnish material safety data sheets for each chemical delivered at the time of each delivery, in accordance with the Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200.

4. FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY FOR SPILLS: In the event of a spill caused by the Contractor, the Contractor shall pay all costs and expenses of cleanup of the spill. In the event of soil or water pollution resulting from the Contractor’s transportation, storage or transfer of product, the Contractor shall pay all costs and expenses to remediate that pollution. If required to dispose of spilled material, the Contractor shall provide written documentation that the spilled material was disposed of in a proper manner and in accordance with all applicable regulations.

5. IWTP LOCATION: The IWTP is located on the northwest corner of the

Nichols Industrial Complex in an area with light to medium traffic congestion.

6. WORK SCHEDULE: All work shall be performed during normal depot working hours (0700 to 1630 Monday through Thursday and 0700 to 1530 every other Friday), unless otherwise approved by the contracting officer.

7. APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS AND REGULATIONS: The following document with the latest amendments in effect on the date of this solicitation form a part of this specification:

a. Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, Transportation, with emphasis on Parts 100 thru 199.

8. Compliance with Environmental Laws and Regulations: The contractor shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local environmental laws, statutes, regulations, executive orders, permits, Army regulations (with supplements), as well as Major Subordinate Command (MSC) and installation regulations and policies. The contractor shall immediately report any conflicts between applicable federal, state, local environmental laws, statutes, executive orders, and provisions of Army Regulation 200-1, and any specifications within this contract to DRK and DPW via the COR.

9. Compliance with Green Procurement Requirements: The contractor shall follow

Federal EPA Comprehensive Procurement guidelines (www.epa.gov/cpg) and Army Contracting Command QuickGuide (https://acc.aep.army.mil/accapps/ACCMAP/Documents/Quick-Guide-for-Sustainable- Procurement.docx) for acquisition of building materials and products and shall select materials that have a long life cycle; are the least toxic materials; are recyclable materials;

materials that are resource-efficient; are materials with the maximum recycled content;

are materials harvested on a sustained yield basis; and are products causing the least pollution

10. Compliance with License and Certification Requirements: The contractor shall obtain all license and certification required by Federal, State, and Local environmental laws and regulations necessary to adhere to the specifications of this contract. The contractor shall submit all plans, notifications, reports, submittal documents, and fees required by Federal, State, and Local environmental laws and regulations to the appropriate Federal, State, and Local authority and/or agency as necessary to adhere to the specification of this contract. All required licenses and certifications required by Federal, State, and Local http://www.epa.gov/cpg)

Environmental laws and/or regulations shall be considered a contract deliverable upon award.4. Notification of Federal and State Regulators: The contractor shall immediately notify DRK and DPW via the COR of the arrival on site of any Federal, State, and/or DoD environmental regulator or enforcement agent and/or the receipt of any correspondence from a Federal or State environmental agency.

11. Notification of Federal and State Regulators: The contractor shall immediately notify DRK and DPW via the COR of the arrival on site of any Federal, State, and/or DoD environmental regulator or enforcement agent and/or the receipt of any correspondence from a Federal or State environmental agency.

12. Inspections of Work Sites: The contractor shall submit to potential Federal, State, Army and installation work site environmental regulatory inspections and/or investigations into noncompliance, and fully cooperate with such inspections/investigations by providing the appropriate records and documentation. Environmental regulatory agencies are authorized by law to inspect any work site for environmental compliance with regulatory requirements. If an inspection is conducted, it will not stop or disrupt ongoing contract activities. The inspection will only require the work site environmental officer, or supervisor/manager to answer questions and/or escort the inspector to specific work site areas with the potential to affect environmental quality. Typical environmental work site inspections are conducted in less than 30 minutes with an approximate frequency of one inspection every two months.

13. Reporting Noncompliance: The contractor shall immediately report any non-conformance and/or noncompliance with applicable Federal, State or Local environmental laws, Army and installation environmental regulations or policies to DRK and DPW via the

COR.