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DRAFT Performance Work Statement (PWS) Sewer Camera Assessment

(DRAFT PWS SUBJECT TO CHANGE BEFORE RFQ)

30 April 2019

Part 1

1.0 General Information

1.1 Background……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…2

1.2 Scope………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...2

1.2.1 Required Standard of Workmanship………………………………………………………………………………2

1.2.2 Period of Performance……………………………………………………………………………………………………3

1.2.3 Hours of Operation…………………………………………………………………………………………………………3

1.2.4 Federal Observed Holidays…………………………………………………………………………………………….3

1.2.5 Place of Performance……………………………………………………………………………………………………..4

1.2.6 Access to Job Site……………………………………………………………………………………………………………4

1.2.7 Worksite Appearance and Security…………………………………………………………………………………4

1.2.8 Job Conditions………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..4

1.3 Contract Requirements

1.3.1 Base Year Requirements…………………………………………………………………………………………………4

1.3.2 Option Year two (2) Requirements…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………5

1.3.3 Option Year three (3) Requirements………………………………………………………………………………6 Part 2

2.0 Contractor Requirements

2.1 Contractor Personnel…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………6

2.2 Safety…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………7

2.3 Internal Controls………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..8

2.4 Smoking Policy……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………8

2.5 Personal/Contractor-Owned Property………………………………………………………………………………………………..8

2.6 Government-Furnished Property and Services……………………………………………………………………………………8

2.7 Security Considerations………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………8

2.8 Government Contractor Relationships……………………………………………………………………………………………….9

2.9 Environmental Requirements………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…10 Part 3

3.0 Deliverables and Submittal Procedures

3.1 Deliverables

3.1.1 OPSEC Standing Operating Procedure (SOP)/Plan…………………………………………………………16

3.1.2 Accident Prevention Plan (APP)…………………………………………………………………………………….16

3.1.3 Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA)……………………………………………………………………………………..16

3.1.4 Video…………………………………………………………………………..……………………………………………….16

3.1.5 Determination of Findings Report………………………………………………………………………………..16

3.2 Submit Procedures……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………16 Part 4

4.0 References

4.1 Industry Criteria……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….17

4.2 Military Criteria………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..18

4.3 Precedence……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Part 5

5.0 Attachment/Technical Exhibit Listing

5.1 Exhibit A – Base Year Sewer Sections………………………………………………………………………………………………18

5.2 Exhibit B – Option Year two (2) Sewer Sections………………………………………………………………………………18

5.3 Exhibit C – Option Year three (3) Sewer Sections…………………………………………………………………………….18

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)

U.S. Army Garrison Adelphi Laboratory Center Site-Wide Sewer Camera Inspection 27 March 2019

Part 1

GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1 BACKGROUND: The U.S. Army Research Laboratory (ARL) is a Government laboratory that conducts scientific, technical, and analytical research to provide innovative solutions for the current and future Army. The laboratory’s diverse assortment of unique facilities and dedicated workforce provides excellent integrated research and analysis in the Army. As a Government research laboratory, ARL is responsible for basic, exploratory, and advances research. Its mission is to create and sustain weapons-oriented basic, exploratory, and advanced technologies; to identify and eliminate technological barriers limiting development of future armament systems; and to establish and maintain expertise essential in solving technological problems in current military armament systems. Any references throughout this Performance Work Statement to Army Regulation (AR), Code of Federal Regulation (CFR), Department of Defense (DoD), or Maryland Occupational Safety Health (MOSH) or Adelphi Laboratory Center (ALC) regulations can be found at the following internet addresses:

http://www.army.mil/usapa/epubs/ http://www.access.gpo.gov/nara/cfr/cfr-table-search.html http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives/ http://www.dllr.state.md.us/labor/pub.html http://apg-intra.apg.army.mil/apg/MRMD/html/ppm.html

1.2 SCOPE: The contractor, as an independent contractor not as an agent of the Government, shall be required to inspect and assess the site-wide sewer lines in accordance to the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) specifications and standards. All efforts performed shall be recorded on a DVD that records the sewer lines specified from manhole-to-manhole, showing the contractor has labeled the manhole with manhole identification that will be provided by the Contracting Officer Representative (COR). While recording, the contractor shall identify and document deficiencies per WSSC standards. The contractor shall also submit a determination and findings report that states the condition of the pipes as well as a recommendation on repairs and costs as outlined in PWS paragraph 3.1.5.

1.2.1 Required Standard of Workmanship: All services shall be rendered by or supervised directly by individuals fully qualified in the relevant profession, trade or field, and holding any licenses required by law. Unless otherwise specified, work under this contract shall meet or exceed the requirement identified by Section 200 of the Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (those specifications can be found at http://www.wbdg.org/ffc/dod).

1.2.2 Period of Performance: The period of performance shall be for one (1) Base Period of six (6) months and two (2) 6-month option years. The period of performance is planned as follows:

1.2.3 Hours of Operation: The Contractor is responsible for conducting business, between the hours of 0700-1600 Eastern Standard Time (EST), Monday through 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. ARL Security with prior coordination with the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) will make arrangements for any work being performed outside of normal business hours in advance at the request of the Contractor. The Contractor employees must use caution and drive at posted/safe speeds to not endanger anyone or damage any vehicles in the parking lots or internal roads when performing work under this Performance Work Statement.

1.2.4 Federal Observed Holidays: The Contractor shall not be required to work on the following Federal holidays when the post will be closed. When such holidays fall on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is considered a holiday. When such holidays fall on a Sunday, the following Monday is considered a holiday.

*Holidays, which have no designation as a firm day, may not necessarily be observed on the date shown.

1.2.5 Place of performance: The work to be performed under this Contract will be performed at the U.S. Army Garrison, Adelphi Laboratory Center, 2800 Powder Mill Road, Adelphi, Maryland 20783-1145.

1.2.6 Access to Job Site: ALC – For work performed on the Army Research Lab facility the secure, the Contractor personnel entering the area shall, at minimum, have a photographic security badge or have an escort with a badge. One (1) person with a security badge may escort up to five (5) persons, provided all remain together and within sight of the escort. Immediately after contract award, the Contractor shall submit badge applications for their employees to the Contracting Officer Representative (COR). Forms may be obtained from the ARL Security Office. All personnel and equipment entering secure areas are subject to applicable local and federal regulations.

1.2.7 Worksite Appearance and Security: The contractor shall maintain the worksite such that debris and trash are consistently removed and properly disposed. The Contractor shall ensure this is done by daily cleanups at the end of the work shift. The Contractor shall secure their tools and materials. The Contractor shall ensure that the building’s exterior doors and windows are always clear of debris to allow to the building interior.

1.2.8 Job Conditions: All work vehicles shall be registered in accordance with the installation regulations. Registered vehicles will be allowed to enter the post gate without being searched or as determined at the discretion of the gate guard. All drivers registered or not, shall be licensed, and able to furnish two forms of official photo identification (ID). No illegal aliens are permitted on any military property. Each individual employed under the contract shall be a citizen of the United States of America, or an alien who has been lawfully admitted for permanents residence as evidenced by a Permanent Resident Card (USCIS I-551).

1.3 CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS:

1.3.1 Base Year Requirements:

1.3.1.1 Work shall be conducted around the following buildings: 200, 202, 203, 204, 205, and 207 (see Attachment 1, Exhibit A).

1.3.1.2 Work shall be conducted on the following roads: South Avenue, Floral Drive, North Avenue, Glenmore Drive, and Diamond Road.

1.3.1.3 The contractor shall provide all management, supervision, labor, equipment and materials necessary to perform a sewer assessment in accordance with WSSC specifications and standards.

1.3.1.4 Prior to the start of work, the contractor shall clean the pipes of debris in accordance with WSSC standards.

1.3.1.5 The contractor shall record all progress on video camera. The contractor shall identify, and document deficiencies per WSSC standards.

1.3.1.6 The contractor shall label manholes. The recording shall show that the contractor has labeled the manhole with manhole identification that will be provided by the COR.

1.3.1.7 The contractor shall create a Determination of Findings report (See section 3.1.5) to be provided to the COR prior to project completion that includes all of the contractor’s findings of deficiencies, recommendations of repairs, and cost of recommended repairs.

1.3.2 Option Year Two (2) Requirements:

1.3.2.1 Work shall be conducted around the following buildings: 102, 103, 104, 106, 107, and 112 (See Attachment 2, Exhibit B).

1.3.2.2 Work shall be conducted on the following roads: Glenmore Drive and South Avenue

1.3.2.3 The contractor shall provide all management, plant, supervision, labor, equipment and materials necessary to perform a sewer assessment in accordance with WSSC specifications and standards.

1.3.2.4 Prior to the start of work, the contractor shall clean the pipes of debris in accordance with WSSC standards.

1.3.2.5 The contractor shall record all progress on video camera. The contractor shall identify and document deficiencies per WSSC standards.

1.3.2.6 The contractor shall label manholes. The recording shall show that the contractor has labeled the manhole with manhole identification that will be provided by the COR.

1.3.2.7 The contractor shall create a Determination of Findings report as outlined in (See section 3.1.5) to be provided to the COR prior to project completion that includes all of the contractor’s findings of deficiencies, recommendations of repairs, and cost of recommended of repairs.

1.3.3 Option Year Three (3) Requirements:

1.3.3.1 Work shall be conducted around the following buildings: Scale Model FAC, Radiology Facility, Aurora Facility, and Administration building (See Attachment 3, Exhibit C).

1.3.3.2 Work shall be conducted on the following roads: Change Road, Floral Drive, and Aurora Drive

1.3.3.3 The contractor shall provide all management, plant, supervision, labor, equipment and materials necessary to perform a sewer assessment in accordance with WSSC specifications and standards.

1.3.3.4 Prior to the start of work, the pipes should be cleaned of all debris. The contractor shall clean the pipes of debris in accordance with WSSC standards.

1.3.3.5 The contractor shall record all progress on video camera. The contractor shall identify and document deficiencies per WSSC standards.

1.3.3.6 The contractor shall label manholes. The recording shall show that the contractor has labeled the manhole with manhole identification that will be provided by the COR.

1.3.3.7 The contractor shall create a Determination of Findings report (See section 3.1.5) to be provided to the COR prior to project completion that includes all of the contractor’s findings of deficiencies, recommendations of repairs, and cost of recommended of repairs.

Part 2 Contractor Requirements

2. CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS:

2.1 CONTRCTOR PERSONNEL:

2.1.1 Contractor Personnel: The Contractor shall provide personnel to fulfill the requirements outlined in this PWS upon start of performance under this contract . Prior to working on this project, the Contractor shall provide the COR with a list of employees who will be working under this contract (See PWS 3.1.3). The list shall be submitted at the beginning of work and updated with any changes. All contractor personnel shall be able to speak, read, write, and understand English. The Contractor, not the Government, is responsible for management and quality control actions to meet the terms of the contract. Contractor employees will work independently based on the PWS and not under the direction of the Contracting Officer or COR or ALC Government Representative.

2.1.2 Removal of Personnel: The Contractor shall remove any employee from the job site for reasons of misconduct, for purposes of security, or any employees found to be, or suspected of being, under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or any incapacitating agent(s). The removal of a Contractor employee from the job site does not alleviate the Contractor of the requirement to provide sufficient personnel to perform the services as required by this contract.

2.1.3 Conflict of Interest: The Contractor shall not employ any person whose employment under this contract could in any way result in a conflict of interest with the Government or another Contractor effort.

2.1.4 ARL Security Badge/Camera Pass:

2.1.4.1 Unescorted access into restricted areas of ARL shall be granted to Contractor personnel upon receipt of a Visit Authorization Request (VAR) listing a favorably completed investigation or a security clearance. Upon termination of the Contractor employee, the Contractor shall ensure the No-Escort Badge for ARL is returned to the COR.

2.1.4.2 All Contractor personnel working at the site shall request in writing on company letterhead through the COR, a Security Badge/Camera Pass; if the mission requires photographs, all photographs are required to be reviewed by the ARL-APG Operations Security (OPSEC) Officer. Contractor personnel will be issued a photographic security badge upon receipt of a VAR listing a favorably completed investigation or a security clearance, who shall work on-site at least 2-3 days per week; and have at least 90-days remaining on their contract. Contractor personnel(s) shall present verification of their employment, valid vehicle registration card per vehicle, and a valid U.S. driver’s license from all personnel. ARL regulations are clear that identification badges shall be prominently worn by all personnel at all times while on Government property. The Contractor employee shall return the Security Badge/Camera Pass to the Access Control/Badging Office, Building 205, upon termination or contract completion.

2.1.5 Security Training: All Contractors shall attend the ARL security briefing for new employees as well as other required security training on an annual basis. Contractors shall attend the first class scheduled after their arrival.

2.2 SAFTEY:

2.2.1 The Contractor shall comply with all applicable parts of UFGS SECTION 01 35 26 GOVERNMENT SAFETY REQUIREMENTS and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Safety and Health Requirements Manual, Engineers Manual (EM) 385-1-1.

2.2.2 The Contractor shall submit an Accident Prevention Plan as outlined in PWS paragraph 3.1.2 in accordance with Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS) SECTION 01 35 26 GOVERNMENT SAFETY REQUIREMENTS.

2.2.4 The Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) must meet the qualifications of EM 385-1-1. The SSHO can also be the Contractor Quality Control (CQC) Systems Manager and the supervisor as long as the individual meets the qualifications of each position.

2.2.5 Record of Accidents or Incident: According to 29 CFR, Part 1904, Army Regulation (AR) 385-40, and Aberdeen Proving Ground Safety and Occupational Health Program (APGR) 385-4, the Contractor shall report accidents resulting in injury, death, or damage to Government property, supplies, and equipment immediately to the COR or Government representative.

2.2.6 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Protective equipment, including personal protective equipment for eyes, face, head, and extremities, protective clothing, respiratory devices, and protective shields and barriers, shall be provided, used, and maintained by the Contractor in a sanitary and reliable condition wherever it is necessary by reason of hazards of processes or environment, chemical hazards, radiological hazards, or mechanical irritants encountered in a manner capable of causing injury or impairment in the function of any part of the body through absorption, inhalation or physical contact. The Contractor shall provide training to each employee who is required by to use PPE. Each such employee shall be trained to know at least the following: when PPE is necessary; what PPE is necessary; how to properly don, doff, adjust, and wear PPE; the limitations of the PPE; and, the proper care, maintenance, useful life, and disposal of the PPE as it relates to this contract PWS.

2.2.7 The Contractor shall ensure that all Contractor personnel working on site at ALC wear personal protective equipment including protective footwear, gloves, hearing protection, and safety glasses in accordance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Regulation No. 29 CFR 1910. The Contractor shall ensure that substitution of items relating to personal protective equipment (PPE) must be approved by the ALC safety office.

2.3 INTERNAL CONTROLS: The Contractor shall safeguard Government resources according to Army Regulations (AR) 11-2.

2.4 SMOKING POLICY: Department of Army policy is to provide a smoke free working environment. Smoking is permitted outside in authorized locations only. Smoking is prohibited within fifty (50) feet of building entrances and near open windows and vents. Further compliance can be found in AR 600-63 that establishes policies governing smoking in Government facilities.

2.5 PERSONAL/CONTRACTOR-OWNED PROPERTY: The Contractor shall ensure that personal property or Contractor-owned property brought on any ARL installation is clearly marked to preclude misidentification as Government property. Additionally, the Contractor shall ensure that personal property or Contractor-owned property meets safety specifications as set forth by OSHA, Maryland Occupational Safety Health (MOSH), and AR 385. The Contractor shall ensure that all personal property or Contractor-owned property is removed from ARL when contract services are completed.

2.6 GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED PROPERTY AND SERVICES:

2.6.1 Government Furnished Storage Area: The Government shall provide, prior to the start of performance, 4 spaces for parking of equipment on the Government project site.

2.6.2 Fire and Police Protection: ALC is serviced by Prince George’s and Montgomery Counties emergency services. The emergency telephone number is "911".

2.7 SECURITY CONSIDERATIONS:

2.7.1 Installation Access: All vehicles and personnel are subject to search and seizure of contraband or unauthorized Government property according to AR 190-13.

2.7.2 ARL Photographic Security Badges: Photographic security badges will be issued to Contractor personnel upon receipt of a written request from the COR/TM after the FBI Check or security clearance has been verified by the ARL Security Officer.

2.7.3 The following applies to all information associated with this program that is assigned a distribution statement in accordance with DoD Directive 5230.24, Distribution Statements on Technical Documents or is considered to be Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)/Sensitive Unclassified Information (SUI).

2.7.3.1 Distribution of information/reports of this contract shall be limited to personnel associated with this contract.

2.7.3.2 For Official Use Only Information: Safeguard in accordance with contract DD Form 254, DoD Contract Security Classification Specification.

2.7.3.3 Documents/material indicated as unclassified/sensitive, which are no longer needed, shall be destroyed by shredding or tearing each page into pieces to preclude reconstruction and placed into regular trash containers.

2.7.4 The Contractor shall provide an initial OPSEC SOP/Plan to the COR within ten (10) calendar days of contract award, to be reviewed and approved by the responsible Government OPSEC officer as outlined in PWS paragraph 3.1.1. This plan will include a process to identify critical information, where it is located, who is responsible for it, how to protect it and why it needs to be protected. The Contractor shall implement OPSEC measures as ordered by the commander. In addition, the Contractor shall have an identified, certified Level II OPSEC coordinator per AR 530-1.

2.8 GOVERNMENT-CONTRACTOR RELATIONSHIPS:

2.8.1 The Government and the Contractor understand and agree that the services to be delivered under this contract by the Contractor to the Government are non-personal services and the parties recognize and agree that no employer-employee or master-servant relationships exist or will exist under the contract between the Government and the Contractor and/or between the Government and the Contractor’s employees. It is therefore in the best interest of the Government to afford the parties a full and complete understanding of their respective obligations.

2.8.2 Contractor personnel under this contract shall not:

2.8.2.1 Be placed in a position where they are appointed or employed by a Federal Officer, or are under the supervision, direction, or evaluation of a Federal Officer, Military or Civilian.

2.8.2.2 Be placed in a staff or policy making position.

2.8.2.3 Be placed in a position of command, supervision, administration or control over Department of Army (DA) Military or Civilian personnel, or personnel of other Contractors, or become a part of the Government organization.

2.8.2.4 Be used for the purpose of avoiding manpower ceilings or other personnel rules and regulations of DA or the Civil Service Commission.

2.8.2.5 Be used in administration or supervision of military procurement activities.

2.9 ENVIORNMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

2.9.1 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 regulation, and policy. 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 the Contracting Officer Representative (COR).

2.9.2 Compliance with Green Procurement Requirements: The Contractor shall follow Federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Comprehensive Procurement guidelines (www.epa.gov/cpg) and Army Contracting Command Quick Guide (https://acc.aep.army.mil/accaps/ACCMAP/Documents/Quick-guide-for-Sustainable-Procurement.docx) for acquisition of building materials and products and select materials that have a long life cycle; the least toxic materials; recyclable materials; materials that are resource-efficient; materials with the maximum recycled content; materials harvested on a sustained yield basis; and no products causing the least pollution during their manufacture, use or reuse.

2.9.3 Compliance with License and Certifications Requirements: The Contractor shall obtain all license and certifications 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 specifications of this contract. All required licenses and certifications required by Federal, State, and Local environmental laws and/or regulations shall be considered a contract deliverable upon award.

2.9.4 Notification of Federal and State Regulators: The Contractor shall immediately notify 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.

2.9.5 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.

2.9.6 Reporting Noncompliance: The Contractor shall immediately report any nonconformance and/or noncompliance with applicable Federal, State, or Local environmental laws, Army and installation environmental regulations or policies to the COR.

2.9.7 Verification of National Environmental Policy Act Documents: The Contractor shall obtain from the COR a copy of AMC’s National Environmental Act Policy and 32 CFR 651 which addresses actions to be taken by Contractor. These documents include but are not limited to the analysis-associated decision document of an Environmental Impact Statement and Record of Decision; Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact or Notice to Proceed (NTP); or Record of Environmental Consideration on the proposed contract actions prior to commencement of such actions.

2.9.8 Conformance with Environmental Management System: The Contractor shall take the necessary actions to identify, monitor, and control those contract operations and activities that pose risk of contamination, or can negatively impact the natural and/or human environment.

2.9.9 Competency Training for Contractor Personnel: The Contractor shall not allow personnel to perform any activities and/or tasks on AMC installations without proper and adequate qualifications or job competency training. In the event of any identified noncompliance, the Contractor shall, if requested, provide proof of contact personnel training or qualification (individual name, training/qualification type, training/qualification certificate, and date of training/qualification) to perform those contract activities associated with the identified noncompliance.

2.9.10 Generation of Solid Waste: The Contractor shall remove from the installation and dispose of all solid waste generated, which cannot be recycled to an approved and permitted off-post disposal facility.

2.9.10.1 The Contractor shall make every effort to divert construction, demolition debris, and all other solid waste to comply with the Army Integrated Solid Waste Management Policy.

2.9.10.2 Prior to removing any waste from the installation for disposal, the Contractor shall coordinate with the installation Qualified Recycling Program (QRP) Manager and COR to arrange for recyclable materials to be removed and diverted from the waste stream.

2.9.10.3 The Contractor shall submit in writing the quantities of waste removed and recycled to the COR on a monthly basis. The submittal shall include the date of disposal/recycling, the disposal/recycling facility, the types of material disposed/recycled and the quantities of material disposed/recycled by weight.

2.9.10.4 The Contractor shall establish a program to promote cost-effective waste reduction in all operations and facilities covered by the contract. This includes collection, separation, and processing products or other materials recovered from solid waste streams for use in the form of raw materials.

2.9.10.5 The Contractor shall make maximum effort to reduce and prevent waste.

2.9.11 Prevention of Storm Water Pollution: The Contractor shall perform, track, participate, implement, and comply with storm water pollution prevention minimum control measures, protocols, and best management practices (BMP) and ensure that water quality standards are not violated in accordance with all regulations and policies as applicable to the Pollutant Discharge Elimination System general permit requirements. Applicable permits include:

2.9.11.1 The installation’s Small Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Permit.

2.9.11.2 The Multi-Sector General Permit for Storm Water Discharges Associated with Industrial Activities (MSGP); and

2.9.11.3 All Construction Activity Storm Water permits minimum control measures include, but not limited to:

2.9.11.3.1 Public Education and Outreach on Storm Water Impacts

2.9.11.3.2 Public Involvement and Participation

2.9.11.3.3 Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination

2.9.11.3.4 Construction Site Storm Water Run-off Control

2.9.11.3.5 Post Construction Storm Water Management in New Development and Redevelopment

2.9.11.3.6 Pollution Prevention/Good Housekeeping for Municipal Operations Contractors will comply with the MSGP permit when the activity is identified as a permitted industrial activity. BMP’s include, but are not limited to:

2.9.11.3.6.1 Practicing spill prevention and good housekeeping

2.9.11.3.6.2 Installing and managing erosion and sediment control.

2.9.11.3.6.3 Meeting the requirement of the MS4 permit

2.9.11.3.7 The Contractor shall obtain permit coverage for construction activities disturbing over one (1) acre of land (total acreage is cumulative across all portions of the project). BMP’s include, but are not limited to:

2.9.11.3.7.1 Preparing and implementing a site-specific Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) as outlined in the permit and prior to any soil disturbance.

2.9.11.3.7.2 Installing and managing erosion and sediment control.

2.9.11.3.7.3 Make available, upon request, permit associated documentation.

2.9.11.3.7.4 Practicing spill prevention and good housekeeping.

2.9.11.3.7.5 Meeting the requirements of the MS4 permit.

2.9.11.3.7.6 Schedule inspections and provide corrective actions for noted deficiencies.

2.9.12 Storm Water Management Low Impact Design/Development (LID): The Contractor shall perform, track, participate, implement, and comply with Section 438 of the Energy Independence and Security Act; Executive Order 13514; and the Department of the Army (DOA) memorandum (2010) for full implementation of low impact design/development (LID) techniques to restore predevelopment hydrology to the maximum extent technically feasible for both new and renovation construction projects regardless of size. The support of LID, Contractors will adhere to installation landscape codes and the guidance found in the Installation Design Guide concerning Low Impact Design/Development for storm water management. The following LID practices include, but are not limited to:

2.9.12.1 Restoring predevelopment hydrology to the maximum extent technically feasible.

2.9.12.2 Promoting natural removal of pollutants such as nutrients, oil and grease, and sediments from storm water.

2.9.123 Managing rainfall at the point where it falls.

2.9.12.4 Meeting the requirements of the MS4 permit.

2.9.12.5 Important Note: Utilization of permanent retention/detention ponds is prohibited without authorization from the Installation Planning Division.

2.9.13 Use of Pesticides: The Contractor shall submit the type and quantity of regulated pesticides to be applied, the application purpose, and location to the COR for approval ten (10) working days prior to the initial application. The Contractor shall submit the actual quantities applied (DD1532 or equivalent) to the COR within two (2) working days (48 hours) after each approved application. The Contractor shall utilize Integrated Pest Management (IPM) technology and procedures in strict compliance with all applicable Federal, State, Army, and installation regulations, to include the installation’s integrated pest management plan. Pesticide applicators shall be certified and licensed in accordance with the State where work is being performed and/or Department of Defense regulations. The Contractor shall provide evidence of personnel licenses and certifications to the Contracting Officer and the COR prior to the initial application of pesticides. Only those pesticides registered with the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and approved by Army Material Command Pest Management Consultant shall be utilized and then only in struck accordance with product labeling. The installation reserves the right to prohibit and limit the amount and type of pesticides used.

2.9.17 Protection of Work Site Resources: The Contractor shall confine all activities to areas defined by the drawings and specifications. Prior to the beginning of any work, the Contractor shall identify any land resources to be preserved within the work area. Except in areas indicated on the drawings or specified to be cleared, the Contractor shall not remove, cut, deface, injure, or destroy land resources including trees, shrubs, vines, grasses, topsoil, and landforms. The Contractor shall provide effective protection for land and vegetative resources at all times. Prior to site clearing and grubbing, the Contractor shall coordinate harvesting of saleable timber with the COR. Contractor shall notify the COR if any trees are required to be disposed or removed. The Contractor is not authorized to remove or dispose of any tree greater than six (6) inches in diameter unless permission has been granted in writing by the COR.

2.9.14 Prevention of Spills: The Contractor shall adopt the Installation’s Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures Plan (SPCC) if transporting, processing, storing, or in any way managing hazardous waste, hazardous material, petroleum-oils-lubricants, or other restricted items. In case of a spill, the person in control of the spill site or their designated representative shall take appropriate action to protect workers and bystanders; contain the spill (if it can be done safely); secure the spill site; restrict ignition sources; and immediately contact the installation Fire and Emergency Services.

2.9.15Protection of Sensitive Areas: The Contractor shall comply with all installation designated sensitive and/or off-limit area restrictions. Sensitive areas are generally demarked indicating what activities (e.g., driving, digging, foot traffic) are prohibited. The Contractor shall also adhere to the following installation sensitive areas requirements:

2.9.15.1 Cultural Resources Sites: Do not excavate, remove, damage, or otherwise deface any archeological resource located on public lands.

2.9.15.2 Endangered Species Habitats: Do not initiate any action that may disturb, endanger, or damage to any degree the habitat of a threatened and/or endangered species.

2.9.15.3 Wetlands: Do not excavate or take any action that could fill or damage any wetland unless working under a project specific US Army Corps of Engineers 404 permit. Wetlands include streams, riparian areas, bogs, marches, and swamps.

2.9.16 Corrective Action for Noncompliance: The Contractor shall when given a verbal and/or written notice of environmental noncompliance or nonconformance by the COR, take immediate correction action. Failure or refusal to comply promptly may be grounds for the Contracting Officer to invoke the appropriate contractual remedies. This may cause all or part of the work to be stopped immediately until satisfactory corrective action has been taken.

2.9.17 Noise: The Contractor shall make the maximum use of low-noise emission products, as certified by the EPA. Blasting or use of explosives will not be permitted without written permission from the Contracting Officer, and when only during the designated times. Pile-driving operations shall be coordinated through the COR.

2.9.18 Mercury: Mercury is prohibited, unless specified otherwise, and with the exception of mercury vapor lamps and fluorescent lamps. Dumping of mercury-contained materials and devices such as mercury vapor lamps, florescent lamps, and mercury switches, in rubbish containers is prohibited. Remove without breaking, pack to prevent breakage, and transport out of the activity in an unbroken condition for disposal as directed. Immediately report to the COR instances of breakage or mercury spillage. Clean mercury spill area to the satisfaction of the Contracting Officer. Cleanup of a mercury spill shall not be recycled and shall be managed as a hazardous waste for disposal.

2.9.19 Universal Waste / e-Waste Management: Universal waste including but not limited to some mercury containing building products such as florescent lamps, mercury vapor lamps, high pressure sodium lamps, CRTs, batteries, aerosol point containers, electrical equipment containing Poly Chlorinated Biphenyl (PCB)s, and consumed electronic devices, shall be managed in accordance with applicable environmental law and installation instructions.

2.9.20 Pollution Prevention / Hazardous Waste Minimization: Minimize the use of hazardous materials and the generation of hazardous waste. Consult with the Environmental Office for suggestions and to obtain a copy of the Installation’s pollution prevention/hazardous waste minimization plan for supporting waste minimization goals.

Part 3

DELIVERABLES AND SUBMITAL PROCEDURES

3.1 Deliverables:

3.1.1 OPSEC Standing Operating Procedure (SOP)/Plan: The Contractor shall provide one (1) initial OPSEC SOP/Plan to the COR within ten (10) calendar days of contract award by email, to be reviewed and approved by the responsible Government OPSEC officer. The Government will review and return the initial submission with comments/input within fifteen (15) calendar days after receipt. The Contractor shall provide one (1) final copy of the OPSEC SOP/Plan to the COR by email for Government approval NLT fifteen (15) calendar days after receiving comments/input. See section 2.7.4 of the PWS for more information regarding the OPSEC SOP/Plan requirements.

3.1.2 Accident Prevention Plan (APP): The Contractor shall provide one (1) draft by email of their Accident Prevention Plan to the COR within fourteen (14) calendar days of notice of contract award. The Government will review and return the submission with comments/input within fifteen (15) calendar days after receipt. If the government comments on the APP, the Contractor shall provide two (2) revised copes by email of the Accident Prevention Plan to the COR for Government approval NLT fifteen (15) calendar days after receipt of the government comments. Work cannot proceed without an accepted APP. See section 2.2.2 of PWS for more information regarding the Accident Prevention Plan requirements.

3.1.3 Contractor Personnel: The Contractor shall provide personnel to fulfill the requirements outlined in this PWS upon start of performance under this contract. Prior to working on this project, the Contractor shall provide one (1) email submittal to the COR with a list of employees who will be working under this contract. The list shall be updated monthly with any changes. See section 2.1.1 of PWS for more information regarding the OPSEC SOP/Plan requirements.

3.1.4 Video: The Contractor shall provide one (1) DVD recording of the state of the pipes and identify deficiencies per WSSC standards to the COR. The video should also include the completion of the Contractor labeling manholes with an identification provided by the COR. See section of 1.2 PWS for more information regarding the OPSEC SOP/Plan requirements.

3.1.5 Determination of Findings: The Contractor shall submit one (1) written report that includes all of the contractor’s findings of deficiencies, recommendations or repairs, and cost of recommended of repairs to the COR by email.

3.2 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES: The Contractor shall follow preparation, submittal register and database, variances, and scheduling in accordance with Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS) SECTION 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES. Approval or disapproval of submittals including samples shall follow UFGS SECTION 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES.

Part 4

REFERENCES

4 REFERENCES: The publications referenced represent the most significant starting criteria for the work. In turn, these publications reference other codes, standards, or manuals that may be of assistance to the designers and where applicable shall be assumed to be all inclusive in the development of the design. Applicable design and construction criteria references are listed below. Criteria will be taken from the most current references as of the date of issue of the contract. This list is not intended to include all criteria that may apply or to restrict design and construction to only those references listed.

4.1 Industry Criteria: This project will conform to all applicable standards, codes, and other publications published by the following associations. Other industry criteria listed in the military criteria might not be listed below but still applies if applicable.

· American National Standards Institute (ANSI)

· American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)

· American Water Works Association (AWWA) Standards

· National Association of Sewer Service Companies (NASSCO)

· National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)

· Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

· U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

· Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) Sewer Inspection Specifications

4.2 Military Criteria: The project will conform to the following criteria. Certain design impacts and features due to these criteria are noted for the benefit of the Offeror. However, all requirements of the referenced criteria will be applicable, whether noted or not, unless otherwise specified herein.

· DoD Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC)

· DoD Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS)

· USACE Engineering and Construction Bulletins (ECB)

· USACE Engineering Manuals (EM)

· Army Regulation (AR) 420-1: Army Facilities Management

· Aberdeen Proving Ground Installation Design Guidelines (IDG)

· Technical Criteria for the Installation Information Infrastructure Architecture (I3A)

4.3 Precedence: In the event of conflict between References and/or Applicable Military Criteria, the most stringent requirement will apply unless otherwise specifically noted in the contract.

Part 5

ATTACHMENT/TECHNICAL EXHIBIT LISTING

5.1 Exhibit A - Base Period - Sewer Sections

5.2 Exhibit B - Option Period One (1) – Sewer Sections

5.3 Exhibit C - Option Year Period (2) – Sewer Sections

Contracting Officer:

Legal Advisor:

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