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Consolidated Prepatory School Dormitories - USAFA, CO AA70

SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

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DISCHARGES FROM CONSTRUCTION SITES

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PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 REFERENCES (Not Applicable)

1.2 SUBMITTALS

PART 2 PRODUCTS (Not Applicable)

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 GENERAL

3.2 IMPLEMENTATION

3.2.1 Notice of Intent

3.2.2 Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan

3.2.2.1 General

3.2.2.2 Acceptance of SWPPP

3.2.2.3 Notification of Changes

3.2.3 Posting Notice

3.2.4 Inspections and Reporting

3.2.4.1 Inspector Qualifications

3.2.5 Maintenance

3.2.6 Notice of Termination

3.2.7 Retention of Records

3.2.8 Continuation of Expired Permit

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(FEDERAL FACILITIES COLORADO) NPDES PERMIT REQUIREMENTS FOR STORM WATER

DISCHARGES FROM CONSTRUCTION SITES

10/20

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 REFERENCES (Not Applicable)

1.2 SUBMITTALS

Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" designation;

submittals not having a "G" designation are for information only or as otherwise designated. When used, a designation following the "G" designation identifies the office that will review the submittal for the Government. The following shall be submitted in accordance with Section

01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals

Inspector Qualifications

Name and qualifications of all personnel who will be performing inspections on the site.

[*Am-11] Inspection Certification [**Am-11]

PART 2 PRODUCTS (Not Applicable)

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 GENERAL

[*Am-11] Implement the terms and requirements of the Enivornmental Protection Agency's (EPA) 2022 Construction General Permit (CGP) for the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES), https://www.epa.gov/npdes/2022-construction-general-permit-cgp#2022cgp as specified below. [**Am-11] The Contractor shall have day-to-day operational control of those activities which are necessary to ensure compliance with the requirements specified herein. The Contractor shall be responsible for all submissions to the EPA and shall retain the official copy of all documents pertaining to compliance with the permit during construction. The project site is not located in designated critical habitat and there are no known "listed species" located in the project area.

3.2 IMPLEMENTATION

3.2.1 Notice of Intent

The Contractor shall electronically complete and sign a Notice of Intent (NOI) in accordance with the Permit. The Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer's Representative within 24 hours after submitting his

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[*Am-11] Inspection Certification [**Am-11]

[*Am-11] Implement the terms and requirements of the Enivornmental Protection Agency's (EPA) 2022 Construction General Permit (CGP) for the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES), https://www.epa.gov/npdes/2022-construction-general-permit-cgp#2022cgp as specified below. [**Am-11]

NOI. The Contractor shall not submit his NOI to the EPA until his Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan has been accepted by the Government.

After completion of the electronic NOI, a 14-day waiting period begins.

The EPA will give the Contractor authorization that his NOI is in effect after the 14-day waiting period. The Contractor may not begin land disturbance activities until authorized by the Contracting Officer.

3.2.2 Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan

3.2.2.1 General

The Contractor shall each prepare a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) for the project. The SWPPP describe the Conntractor's responsibilities to include all other requirements described in the general permit. [*Am-11] Use the EPA guide "Developing your Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan" located at https://www.epa.gov/npdes/developing-stormwater-pollution-prevention-plan-swppp to prepare the SWPPP. [**Am-11] The Contractor shall include appropriate controls and measures for any off-site support activities covered under the permit. The SWPPP shall describe the nature and location of the activity and a location map and site map shall be included in accordance with the permit. The Contractor shall be responsible for implementing, maintaining and updating the SWPPP (including Site Map) during construction. Unless otherwise indicated, the Contractor shall be responsible for implementing all measures described in the SWPPP. The Contractor shall maintain the following records and attach to the SWPPP:

the dates when major grading activities occur; the dates when construction activities temporarily or permanently cease on a portion of the site; and the dates when stabilization measures are initiated. The SWPPP shall be signed by the Contractor. A copy of the written authorization shall be attached to the SWPPP for any person signing the SWPPP or Inspection Reports other than the person described in the permit. If major changes to the SWPPP are required during construction, the SWPPP shall be recertified by the Contractor.

3.2.2.2 Acceptance of SWPPP

Acceptance of the SWPPP is required prior to the start of construction.

Acceptance is conditional and will be predicated on satisfactory performance during the construction. The Government reserves the right to require the Contractor to make changes to the SWPPP if the Contracting Officer determines that environmental protection requirements are not being met.

3.2.2.3 Notification of Changes

After acceptance of the SWPPP, the Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer in writing of any proposed change. Proposed changes are subject to acceptance by the Contracting Officer.

3.2.3 Posting Notice

[*Am-11] Post copies of each of the NOI's electronically submitted to the EPA using the NPDES eReporting Tool or "NeT" system. Post the [**Am-11] NOI conspicuously near the main entrance of the construction site.

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[*Am-11] Use the EPA guide "Developing your Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan" located at https://www.epa.gov/npdes/developing-stormwater-pollution-prevention-plan-swppp to prepare the SWPPP. [**Am-11]

[*Am-11] Post copies of each of the NOI's electronically submitted to the EPA using the NPDES eReporting Tool or "NeT" system. Post the [**Am-11]

3.2.4 Inspections and Reporting

The Contractor shall be responsible for all inspections required by the general permit. The Contractor shall also prepare and sign all reports summarizing the inspections as required by the general permit. Copies of inspection reports shall be attached to the Contractor's SWPPP and provided to the Contracting Officer's Representative within 24 hours after completion of each inspection. The Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer within 24 hours if an inspection identifies any incidents of non-compliance with the SWPPP and the general permit.

3.2.4.1 Inspector Qualifications

Contractor personnel performing inspections shall be knowledgeable in the principles and practice of erosion and sediment controls and possess the skills to assess conditions at the construction site that could impact storm water quality and to assess the effectiveness of any sediment and erosion control measures selected to control the quality of storm water discharges from the construction site. [*Am-11] Submit the name, qualifications, and inspection certification of all personnel who will be performing inspections on the site.

On or after February 17, 2023, Part 6.3 of the CGP requires that those who wish to be considered a qualified person to conduct inspections under Part 4 of the EPA’s 2022 CGP must, at a minimum, either:

Complete EPA’s construction inspection training course (https://www.epa.gov/npdes/construction-inspection-training-course) or Hold a current valid construction inspection certification or license from a program that, at a minimum, covers principles and practices of erosion control and pollution prevention practices at construction sites; proper installation and maintenance of erosion and sediment controls and pollution prevention practices used at construction sites; and performance of inspections, including the proper completion of required reports and documentation, consistent with Part 4 of the 2022 CGP. [**Am-11]

3.2.5 Maintenance

The Contractor shall be responsible for maintaining all erosion and sediment control measures and other protective measures identified in the SWPPP in an effective operating condition. The Government reserves the right to require the Contractor to perform maintenance on erosion and sediment control measures and other protective measures if the Contracting Officer determines that environmental protection requirements are not being met.

3.2.6 Notice of Termination

The Contractor shall establish a stand of grass in all disturbed areas of the project not otherwise surfaced and shall meet the requirements for "Final Stabilization" as defined in the permit prior to terminating permit coverage. The Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer within 2 working days after final stabilization on all portions of the site has been achieved in accordance the permit. The Contractor shall electronically complete and sign a Notice of Termination (NOT) in accordance with the permit. A copy of the Contractor's NOT and the updated SWPPP shall be furnished to the Contracting Officer within 5 calendar days after final stabilization has been achieved on all portions of the site.

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[*Am-11] Submit the name, qualifications, and inspection certification of all personnel who will be performing inspections on the site.

On or after February 17, 2023, Part 6.3 of the CGP requires that those who wish to be considered a qualified person to conduct inspections under Part 4 of the EPA’s 2022 CGP must, at a minimum, either:

Complete EPA’s construction inspection training course (https://www.epa.gov/npdes/construction-inspection-training-course) or Hold a current valid construction inspection certification or license from a program that, at a minimum, covers principles and practices of erosion control and pollution prevention practices at construction sites; proper installation and maintenance of erosion and sediment controls and pollution prevention practices used at construction sites; and performance of inspections, including the proper completion of required reports and documentation, consistent with Part 4 of the 2022 CGP. [**Am-11]

3.2.7 Retention of Records

After the Contractor submits his NOT, the Government shall be responsible for retaining copies of the SWPPP and all reports in accordance with the permit.

3.2.8 Continuation of Expired Permit

If the current permit expires prior to completion of construction, the Contractor shall comply with the conditions of the new permit.

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USAFA ENVIRONMENTAL STANDARDS

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.0 Scope

a. The USAFA Environmental Standards identify processes necessary to achieve environmental compliance for contracted work done at USAFA. The requirement for compliance resides in the Regulatory Requirement and not with this document. Air Force Instruction 32-7001, Environmental Management (Section 2.33.10) requires USAFA and 10 CES/CEIEC to identify specific environmental requirements that pertain to all contracts and all work performed on behalf of the United State Air Force.

b. These Standards apply to all contracted work on USAFA, regardless of funding source.

c. Information provided in these Standards does not relieve the Contractor or other personnel from responsibility to comply with all state, local, and federal environmental laws, regulations and operating standards during performance of work on the Air Force Academy. This includes Air Force Directives and instruction. USAFA ensures Contractor compliance through periodic inspections of the worksite and any material storage sites maintained by the Contractor on Academy grounds. See Part 5 of this document for a list of regulatory references.

d. Contractors shall cooperate with the government to take corrective action and clean up required by the Contractor’s failure to comply with all state, local, and federal environmental laws, regulations and operating standards during performance of work on the Air Force Academy.

1.1 Environmental Permits, Licenses, Certifications, and Training

a. Contractors shall obtain, at Contractor’s expense, all permits, licenses, certifications, and training required to perform the work stipulated in the contract or in-house design and specifications.

b. Contractors shall prepare all documentation required, including notices of intent and permit applications.

1) Contractors must originate all permit applications applicable to its activities and submit them to the Contracting Officer (CO) for review and approval by USAFA Environmental Office.

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2) The Contracting Officer will return incorrect or incomplete documents for correction and re-submittal during the contract administrative period.

3) Once approved, Contractors shall submit the documents to the appropriate Regulatory agencies.

4) Under no circumstances shall Contractors directly contact the regulatory agency concerning environmental issues for which USAFA may be liable without prior approval from the CO.

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PART 2 – SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

2.0 Hazardous Materials

a. AFMAN 32-7002, Environmental Compliance and Pollution Prevention, Defines HAZMAT as: all items covered under Emergency Planning and Community Right-To-Know Act (EPCRA), (Federal, State or Local) tracking requirement covered under the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, Class I or Class II ODS. It does not include munitions or Hazardous Waste. It does include medical supply items except as exempted under the OSHA HAZCOM Standard, unless the use results in an environmental tracking or reporting requirement.

HAZMAT includes but is not limited to material in the following categories:

• Chemicals

• Gases: Compressed or Liquefied

• Cleaning and Polishing Compounds

• Paints, Dopes, Varnishes and related material

• Preservatives and Sealing Compounds

• Solid Fuels, Dyes, Pest Control Agents

• Liquid Propellants Adhesives

• Fuel Oils and Grease: Cutting, Lubricating, and Hydraulic

Other Materials as determined by the Hazardous Material Management

Process Team.

b. All hazardous materials (HAZMAT) brought on site are subject to pre-approval by the USAFA HMMP Team. AFMAN 32-7002, Environmental Compliance and Pollution Prevention provides approval requirements for contractor used HAZMAT.

c. USAFA may prohibit the use of any HAZMAT it deems to be especially hazardous to human health or the environment or may result in excessive quantities of hazardous waste.

d. If USAFA does not approve use of a HAZMAT, USAFA may recommend a list of suitable substitutes; however, the Contractor retains responsibility for finding an acceptable substitute.

e. USAFA promotes waste minimization through source reduction and pollution prevention practices. The Contractor will take appropriate actions to comply with this policy.

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f. The Prime Contractor will submit AF Form 3952, Chemical/Hazardous Material Authorization Request for all HAZMAT required for each Project. The Prime Contractor will also submit HAZMAT requirements for any subcontractors on the Contract. The approval process requires approximately 10 working days.

1) The Task Description, Block 18, must fully describe each process to be performed.

2) The Contractor must include a list of hazardous materials used in each process, as well as, a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for each HAZMAT.

3) 29 CFR 1910.1200 requires the Contractor to maintain a complete written hazard communication program, including labels and forms of warning for chemicals, an up-to-date hazardous material inventory with copies of SDSs for all materials used on the job site, and employee information and training on hazardous chemicals in their work area.

4) All hazardous materials used on USAFA must be tracked via the Air Force approved tracking system and will be managed via bar code labels in order to comply with EPCRA requirements (40 CFR 350-472).

g. HAZMAT Usage Reports:

1) The Contractor may report HAZMAT used at any time during the execution of the contract or at least monthly to the HAZMART (email is the preferred method).

2) The report shall include a listing of the assigned barcode label numbers, and date used or disposed. This report may be emailed (LG_Hazmat@usafa.af.mil) or hand delivered to the HAZMART.

h. Final HAZMAT Usage Report:

1) The Contractor shall submit a final inventory of all hazardous materials used or disposed since the last hazardous usage report and no later than 10 business days after completion of work.

2) The report shall include a listing of the total quantity of HAZMAT used and a description of its disposition. For example, the Contractor used all of the HAZMAT during contract execution, saved it for future use, or disposed of it as hazardous waste in accordance with Colorado’s hazardous waste regulations. See Section 2.2 for a description of hazardous waste management requirements.

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i. HAZMAT Handling:

1) All hazardous materials must be transported and stored in original containers with manufacturer labels meeting the OSHA HAZCOM requirements found in Title 29 Code of Federal Regulations Part

1910.1200 (29 CFR 1910.1200).

2) All HAZMAT which have been repackaged or dispensed into other than a manufacturer’s original container must be clearly labeled in accordance with OSHA HAZCOM requirements. HAZMAT may not be brought on to USAFA without proper, legible labeling.

3) HAZMAT must be used and stored in areas that are free from obstructions or hazards such as tripping hazards, fire, standing water, or pests. All HAZMAT shall be separated in accordance with OSHA Material Handling requirements (29 CFR 1910.176[c]) and OSHA Hazard Communication requirements (1910.1200[b], and 1910.1200[f]).

4) HAZMAT must be stored in containers in good condition, with no leaks or rust.

5) All unused HAZMAT must be removed when the work is completed or when the material is no longer required. Unused HAZMAT may not be transferred to USAFA or its affiliates without the authorization of the HMMP Team.

2.1 Hazardous Waste

a. In coordination with the Environmental Office, Contractors shall properly identify, characterize, manage, and dispose of all hazardous waste (HW) generated from the Contractor’s actions on USAFA property.

b. Contractors must dispose of all HW through USAFA’s HW management program unless directed otherwise by contract specifications. The USAFA Hazardous Waste Accumulation Site (HWAS) will accept waste produced by contractors for disposal, the waste must be properly packaged IAW Dept. of Transportation (DOT) standards. The HWAS cannot provide HW containers to third-party contractors due to budgeting constraints, also any HW shipped off USAFA by third-party contractors must have someone from the Government sign the Hazardous Waste Manifest IAW AFMAN 32-7002 para. 2.14.7.3.

c. If Contractors anticipate generating HW on site during contract performance, it shall prepare a Hazardous Waste Management Plan (HWMP) describing how it will comply with Colorado Department of Public Health (CDPHE) and Environment regulatory requirements and DoD, Air Force, and USAFA policies and instructions related to HW management.

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1) Contractors may request a copy of USAFA HWMP from the Environmental Office to use as a guide in preparing its HWMP.

2) The Contractor shall submit the HWMP to the CO for approval a minimum of 15 business days prior to commencement of work onsite.

3) The Contractor HWMP shall include the following elements:

Waste descriptions, waste codes, and estimated quantities of specific hazardous wastes that will be generated on site, such as batteries, paints, solvents, aerosol cans and mercury-containing lamps.

Copies of letters appointing Contractor personnel to positions of primary and alternate HW managers.

Copies and descriptions of HW training the Contractor’s personnel have completed. Contractor personnel shall have completed appropriate training that fully satisfies Federal, State, and local regulatory requirements prior to managing HW.

Descriptions of HW storage containers and locations.

d. Contractors, with Environmental Office concurrence, shall determine if wastes generated are hazardous under applicable regulations for listed, characteristic, and universal wastes. The Contractor shall provide the CO and Environmental Office proof of such determination (e.g., SDS, process knowledge and/or analytical results). If Contractors do not have sufficient information to properly characterize a waste as hazardous, then Contractors shall, with Environmental Office concurrence:

1) Arrange for sampling and analysis for proper characterization of the waste.

2) Pay for sampling and analysis costs.

3) Provide the CO and the Environmental Office with documentation of analytical results for each HW generated on site.

e. Contractors shall accumulate HW in compliance with all applicable Federal, state, and local regulations; DoD, AF, and USAFA policies; and in accordance with the Contractor’s (USAFA-approved) HWMP.

1) All containers holding HW shall be in good condition & DOT compliant with stored waste, with no leaks or rust and noted on a Weekly Inspection Sheet.

2) All containers holding HW shall be labeled with the words “Hazardous Waste”, contents, and the identity of the generator (Contractor).

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3) Fluorescent bulbs, batteries, mercury containing thermostats, aerosol cans, and pesticides and other designated Universal Wastes covered under the “Universal Waste Rule” shall be labeled in accordance with Colorado universal waste requirements found in Title 6 Colorado Code of Regulations Section 1007- 3 Part 273 (6 CCR 1007-3 Part 273).

4) Used oil shall be labeled only with the words “USED OIL”, unless it has been contaminated with solvents or other contaminants that would render it

HW.

f. To the maximum extent practical and where cost effective, the Contractor shall recycle HW in accordance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations. Hazardous waste recycling/re-use shall be approved by the Environmental Office prior to start of the activity. Any waste recycled or re-used on or off site, over 100 lbs. shall be reported to the Environmental Office, for Air Force Solid Waste metrics.

g. Only authorized USAFA personnel shall sign uniform HW manifests, land disposal restrictions, and bills of lading IAW AFMAN 32-7002 para. 2.14.9.3.

All manifests for waste generated on site shall list USAFA’s Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) generator identification number.

h. If the Contractor transports any HW off USAFA, it must be licensed to transport HW in Colorado. Transporters of hazardous wastes that operate in Colorado and have a transfer facility are required to obtain an EPA identification number and comply with additional requirements cited at 6 CCR 1007-3, Part 263.

2.2 Spill Prevention and Response Procedure (SPRP) Plan

a. Contractors must develop a SPRP plan if it manages, stores, or uses HAZMAT (including fuels) or generates HW. Below is a list of the minimum requirements for development of a SPRP.

1) Contractor name

2) Mailing address

3) Primary and alternate emergency contacts.

4) Emergency phone numbers, including fax number, if applicable.

5) List of spill prevention and response equipment.

6) Description of HAZMAT and HW managed on site.

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7) Description of HAZMAT and HW storage containers.

8) A map showing locations of HAZMAT and HW containers and spill prevention and response equipment.

9) Description of actions the Contractor will take upon discovery of an incident to contain and clean up spills and dispose of spill residue.

10) Procedures for notification of USAFA after discovery of an incident (Note: Call 911).

11) Description of how the Contractor shall coordinate and complete any required corrective actions.

12) Description of employee hazardous material and spill response training (Training to be provided to employees as required by all applicable Federal, state, and local regulations and copies of employee workplace hazard training program maintained on site at all times).

b. Contractors shall submit the completed SPRP plan to the CO a minimum of 15 business days prior to commencement of work for review and approval.

c. Contractors shall manage, store, and use all HAZMAT and HW (including fuels) in accordance with good engineering practices and implement best management practices in order to prevent spills and releases. Contractors shall report spills to USAFA and execute timely and appropriate actions to contain and cleanup all spills in accordance with the Contractor SPRP plan.

USAFA does not authorize or expect Contractors to provide emergency response or clean up actions beyond the level of training of its employees.

Once a spill or release of a HAZMAT or HW managed, used, or stored by the Contractor has been contained, USAFA shall determine if additional cleanup is required and the extent of the Contractor’s responsibility. Contractors shall be liable for any direct and indirect costs incurred during spill response and clean-up, including but not limited to administrative costs, materials, labor, equipment, shipping, packaging, testing, replacement equipment and materials, and disposal.

2.3 Water Resources

a. Contractors are expected to comply with water resource regulations including, but not limited to, USAFA MS4 permit # COR-042007, Construction General Permit (CGP) # COR-21000F40, National Flood Insurance Program 44 CFR Parts 59, 60, 65, 70, Section 404 and 401 of the Clean Water Act, CDPHE Regulation 32, and CDPS # COG070000. Contractors must coordinate with Environmental to ensure their actions comply with USAFA NPDES permits.

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b. Concerning water resource responsibilities, Contractors shall:

1) Comply with all relevant requirements of storm water, municipal, multisector, and individual NPDES permits held by USAFA.

2) Not discharge wastewater or water (including surface discharges and underground injection) that could impact the quality of the surface water or groundwater of Colorado without prior approval of the Environmental Office.

3) Coordinate with Environmental Office to ensure that non-stormwater discharges are covered by an appropriate permit prior to authorizing the discharges, or determine if permitting is required.

4) Coordinate with the Environmental Office to obtain required permits not already in place at USAFA including permits to cover discharges to surface water, land application discharges that impact groundwater, de-watering discharges, 404 disturbances, and underground injection activities.

5) Apply for a septic system installation permit from CDPHE for septic Systems or holding tanks that receive more than 2,000 gallons per day.

6) Apply for a septic system installation permit from the El Paso County Department of Health for any septic systems or holding tanks.

c. Concerning construction projects that shall disturb one (1) or more acres, Contractors shall put into action the following Construction Oversight Program and Inspection Plan:

1) Review and comply with EPA 2022 NPDES General Permit for Discharges from Construction Activities (COR12000F).

2) The Contractor shall be familiar with CGP compliance requirements and is responsible for complying with SWPPP and CGP terms. The Contractor is required to prepare a signed SWPPP and submit the SWPPP to the USAFA Environmental Office. Once the SWPPP has been approved, the Contractor can file their Notice of Intent (NOI) electronically through EPA Region VIII.

The EPA approval process is a 14-day process. Land disturbing construction activities are not authorized until the NOI is activated after the 14 day period.

3) The Construction Oversight Program and Inspection Plan will oversee compliance with the CGP and site-specific conditions identified within the SWPPP. The program will include construction site inspection criteria, scheduling, responsibilities and procedures to address noncompliance issues.

The Environmental Office will manage the components of the Construction Oversight Program and Inspection Plan.

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4) Upon completion of the construction project with stabilization complete, USAFA Natural Resources, the Environmental Office and representatives from USACE will conduct an onsite project stabilization inspection. Upon approval from these representatives, the Contractor shall file with EPA Region VIII a Construction Permit Notice of Termination (NOT) to close out the CGP.

d. Concerning construction projects that shall disturb less than one acre, Contractors shall:

1) Install perimeter controls or other control measures to prevent sediment from leaving the site.

2) Protect storm drain inlets to prevent sediment from entering active storm drains.

3) Protect large stockpiles.

4) Immediately clean up spills of fuels, lubricants, and other HAZMAT.

5) Coordinate with Environmental Office if the project experiences excessive erosion sediment discharges, or disturbs over an acre.

e. Projects shall be designed to comply with the USAFA NPDES Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit and Energy Independence and Security Act Section 438.

1) Post-construction storm water runoff from project sites shall be restricted to the predevelopment hydrology for projects adding 5,000 square feet of impervious surface or greater. Devices/designs to comply with this condition shall be approved by the Environmental Office.

2) Permanent Water Quality Treatment Devices shall be consistent with criteria presented in the Colorado Springs City/County Storm Water Drainage Control Manual.

f. To ensure compliance with other Clean Water Act requirements, Contractors:

1) Shall not discharge any domestic, construction and/or industrial waste (including any hazardous material or hazardous waste) to the environment, sanitary or storm water sewer system without first securing approval from the Environmental Office. Such materials include, but are not limited to the following:

Glycol-containing wastes drained from heating, ventilation, and air conditioning facilities.

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Cooling tower, chiller solutions, and boiler blow-down.

Fluids generated from in-situ or slip-lining sewer line repairs.

Swimming pool and pool filter backwashing wastewater.

Super-chlorinated solutions from drinking water line or other repairs and replacement.

Septic and holding tank waste.

Oil/water separator residue and grease trap residue.

High-temperature hot water from line replacement or repair.

Any other wastewater that may contain pollutants.

2) Shall not use surface or underground water supplies for any contract-related activities without approval from the Environmental Office.

3) Shall not dispose of dredged or fill materials in wetlands, dispose of excavated materials into Waters of the US, use fill for road crossings, or dispose of similar dredge or fill materials in floodplain areas without a permit obtained in coordination with the Environmental Office.

4) Shall not discharge groundwater to Waters of the State from trenches, pits, etc. during construction without a dewatering permit from EPA or CDPHE.

2.4 Special Pollutants – (Toxics) Asbestos, PCBs, Lead-Based Paint

a. In the design or planning phase of a construction, services, or operations and maintenance project, the Contractor’s architect or engineer shall schedule for a complete survey of the entire project area, in order to determine whether there are hazards associated with asbestos (ACBM), polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), or lead-based paint (LBP). These surveys shall be conducted at the expense of the project. If hazards are identified, necessary abatement and disposal procedures shall be incorporated into contract documents and in all Requests for Proposal. All costs associated with meeting the requirements of the Federal, State, and local regulations are the responsibility of the Contractor unless otherwise noted in contract documentation.

NOTE: Projects which do not require AE design services must also comply with the requirements of CCR 8 and 5 CCR 1001 to determine if asbestos or lead-based paint are present and may be disturbed as a result of Contractor’s actions.

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b. All asbestos surveys/inspections must be conducted in accordance with the requirements of Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 8 Part B – Asbestos, paragraph III.A and IV. C. Personnel conducting the Survey/Inspection shall be certified by the State of Colorado in accordance with paragraph III.A.1.a. Reports documenting the Survey/Inspection shall include as a minimum the information required by the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA).

c. All LBP surveys/inspections must be conducted in accordance with Colorado’s LBP regulations codified at Volume 5, 5 CCR 1001, 1001-23, Regulation 19, EPA’s LBP regulations codified at 40 CFR 745, and the US Department of Housing and Urban Development Guidelines for Evaluation and Control of Lead-based Paint Hazards in Housing.

d. Contractors shall inform the CO, or in the event of an emergency, the Environmental Office, of the presence of asbestos, LBP, or PCBs not previously identified within the project area. The CO shall evaluate the extent to which there are cost impacts to abatement and disposal and take necessary steps to resolve the issue.

e. Contractors shall be responsible for ensuring equipment or materials brought on USAFA do not contain PCBs, asbestos, or LBP. Contractors shall be required to obtain prior approval from the Environmental Office for an exemption to this requirement.

f. Contractors shall test construction debris for lead using the Toxicity Characteristic Leaching Procedure (TCLP) and submit analytical results to the CO or Environmental, as applicable. The Contractor shall use sampling procedures and analytical methods consistent with EPA guidance. The results of the analysis shall be reviewed by the Environmental Office and filed in the project folder.

Disposal of lead-containing material classified as hazardous waste shall be consistent with requirements shown in Section 2.1.

g. If asbestos abatement is required, Contractors shall submit a report documenting the amount and location of asbestos removed in addition to all waste manifests generated during the course of the project, to the CO and the Environmental Office, as applicable.

h. Contractors shall immediately report to the Construction Inspector or Contract Manager, accidental releases of asbestos, PCBs, or LBP that occurred as part of performance of the contract. The Construction Inspector or Contract Manager will report these releases to the CO and the Environmental Office.

i. Copies of all special pollutant and remediation projects must be submitted to the environmental office.

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2.5 Petroleum, Oils, and Lubricants (POLS)

a. The staging of tanks for vehicle and equipment refueling requires the approval of the CO and the Environmental Office.

b. Follow all regulatory guidance from AFMAN 32-1067, Storage Tank Compliance and 7 C.C.R. 1104-14 Storage Tank Compliance.

c. Contractors shall prepare a SPRP Plan according to Section 2.3 and submit it to the CO and Environmental for approval.

d. All fuel and oil storage containers with a capacity of 55 gallons or more must have secondary containment sized to hold the capacity of the largest container in

it. Secondary containment for containers stored outside without cover must include additional freeboard volume for precipitation.

e. Contractors will keep and maintain spill containment materials (i.e. spill kits) near all oil storage areas.

f. During fuel or oil transfers, Contractors must use spill containment devices and have additional spill containment materials available. Potential paths to navigable waters (i.e. storm drains, stormwater channels) near to the transfer area will be completely blocked for the entire duration of the transfer.

g. Contractors shall not apply oil to roadways or other surface areas for dust suppression.

h. Water accumulated in secondary containment with an oil sheen may not be released. The Contractor will coordinate with the Environmental Office for its proper disposal. If the water has no apparent sheen or odor, it can be discharged to the environment. The Contractor will maintain a log documenting every discharge of uncontaminated water to the environment.

i. Above ground POL storage tanks must be Underwriters Laboratory-approved, double-walled tanks meeting requirements of Colorado above ground storage tank regulations (7 C.C.R. 1104-14).

j. Contractors shall comply with the OSHA HAZCOM Standard cited at 29 CFR 1910.1200 and must comply with labels and other forms of warning, SDSs, and training.

k. Contractors shall not conduct routine servicing of vehicles, such as oil changes or brake fluid changes, on USAFA property.

l. Contractors who generate used oil shall comply with Colorado’s used oil management standards (6 CCR 1007-3 Part 279) and must:

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1) Store used oil only in compatible tanks and containers.

2) Keep tanks and containers in good condition and free of leaks.

3) Label tanks and containers with the words “USED OIL”.

4) Stop contain and cleanup spills or releases to the environment.

5) Use a transporter licensed by Colorado to transport used oil when shipping used oil off site.

6) POLs at USAFA is subject to Colorado’s Oil and Petroleum Spill Prevention Requirements (7 CCR 1101-14) including but not limited to the following reporting requirements:

Contractors must report a release of POLs that enters or may enter “Waters of the U.S.” including surface waters, groundwater, dry gullies, or storm sewers leading to surface waters to Environmental immediately.

Contractors must report releases of POLs to land greater than 25 gallons or any oil release to waters of the US to Environmental immediately.

m. Contractors shall not mix used oil with characteristic hazardous waste (e.g.

Gasoline) because the mixing constitutes hazardous waste treatment and requires a permit (6 CCR 1007-3, Part 279.10 (b) (2)(ii)).

n. Contractors storing an aggregate of 1320 gallons or more of oil as defined by 40 CFR 112.2 must prepare and implement a Spill Prevention, Controls, and Countermeasures Plan (SPCC) as required by 40 CFR 112. Only containers 55 gallons or greater will be counted toward the aggregate storage. The Plan must be submitted to and approved by the Environmental Office, and fully implemented before work can begin. All contractors who handle oil will be trained according to 40 CFR 112.7(f).

2.6 Solid Waste

a. Contractors shall complete a monthly Solid Waste Diversion Report for Construction and Demolition (C&D) available from Environmental for any solid waste generated on USAFA, and submit the completed form to the Contracting Office, as described in the submittal register.

b. Prior to start of work, or during the contract administrative period, Contractors shall provide the Environmental Office with a plan identifying the quantity, type and disposal method for any medical waste.

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c. The medical waste plan must address the following issues:

1) Contaminated reusable sharps and other regulated wastes are required to be placed in puncture resistant, color coded, leak proof containers, as soon as possible after use and until properly reprocessed.

2) Specimens of blood or other potentially infectious materials are required to be placed in a container that prevents leakage during collection, handling, processing, storage, transport, or shipping and specific labeling and handling requirements are to be followed (29 CFR 1910.1030[d]).

3) Contractors must also comply with infectious waste packaging, storage and labeling requirements specified in Colorado’s solid waste regulation 6

CCR 1007- 2-13.8.

d. Contractors shall recycle all solid waste where practicable, to include bulky wastes and demolition waste reporting it to Environmental on the Solid Waste Diversion Report for Construction and Demolition (C&D). Solid waste that cannot be recycled must be crushed to minimize the volume of waste.

e. Scrap tires shall only be disposed of at solid waste disposal facilities that are approved to manage scrap tires (6 CCR 1007-2-0.1).

f. Contractors shall store solid wastes only in appropriate containers and keep lids closed to prevent releases to the environment.

1) As identified in the Solid Waste Diversion Report for C&D and to the extent practicable, Contractors shall collect compostable materials (organics, vegetation, grass, wood debris, etc.) and re-use and recycle. Approval to re-use or store materials at the compost site must be received from the Environmental Office prior to the activity.

g. Contractors shall dispose of solid waste only at facilities holding valid regulatory permits to manage the waste. Recycling and re-use facilities on or off the installation shall be approved by the Environmental Office.

2.7 Green Procurement

a. Design Contractors shall complete the design affirmative procurement form available from Environmental, which identifies recycle-content materials that shall be used in the design, and certifies that the Design Contractor has evaluated recycled-content alternatives. This document will be included in the scope of work package prior to 65% design review.

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b. Construction Contractors shall complete the construction affirmative procurement form available from Environmental, which identifies recycle-content materials that shall be purchased for construction, and shall match the design affirmative procurement form list of recycle-content material identified by the Design Contractor. This document shall be completed and returned to Environmental during the administrative period of the contract.

2.8 Air Quality

a. Contractors shall remain in compliance with all Federal, State, local, DoD and Air Force (AFMAN 32-7002) Air Quality requirements.

b. For projects disturbing more than one acre, but less than 25 acres, for less than six months duration, Contractors shall submit a permit application to El Paso County with copies submitted to the Environmental Office. For projects disturbing more than 25 acres, or disturbing an area of any size for a duration longer than six months, the Contractor shall submit an air pollution emission notice (APEN) along with associated fees to CDPHE. A copy of the APEN will be submitted to the Environmental Office.

c. Any equipment or activity that emits or has the potential to emit pollutants or that disturbs solid or liquid materials, which can become airborne, is a source of air pollution that may require a permit. Activities with anticipated air emissions include but are not limited to painting, stripping, cleaning with degreasers or solvents, material hauling, demolition, sand blasting, use of fuel-burning equipment (other than motor vehicles), welding, use of volatile organic compounds or ozone-depleting chemicals (ODCs), and remediation activities.

Contractors shall obtain approval for use of hazardous materials as identified in section 2.0 Hazardous Materials. Incomplete documentation submitted will prolong the administrative period.

d. If air emission estimate for criteria or hazardous air pollutants exceeds threshold levels (as defined by 5 CCR 1001-5: Regulation No. 3) the Contractor shall complete an APEN and/or construction permit applications required by CDPHE, Air Pollution Control Division (APCD). Contractors shall submit the completed APEN(s) and/or construction permit application(s) to CDPHE and provide a copy to the Environmental Office.

e. Contractors shall ensure all company-owned and employee owned gasoline and diesel vehicles which shall be driven on USAFA comply with the emissions inspection requirements of CDPHE 5 CCR 1001-13: Regulation No. 11 (Motor Vehicle Emissions Inspection Program) and 5 CCR 1001-15: Regulation No. 12 (Reduction of Diesel Vehicle Emissions).

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f. Open burning on USAFA is prohibited.

g. Contractors shall create no noxious odors that violate Colorado’s odor emissions regulation (5 CCR 1001-4: Regulation No. 2).

h. Contractors shall ensure any equipment containing ODCs are operated and maintained in accordance with Colorado’s Control of Emission of Ozone- Depleting Compounds requirements (5 CCR 1001-19: Regulation No.15). All Contractors and subcontractor employees servicing ODC containing equipment shall be trained and certified in accordance with Regulation No. 15. Contractors must submit copies of technician and equipment certifications to the Environmental Office prior to start of work. All Class I ODC use is prohibited at USAFA per AFMAN 32- 7002. Any requests for use of Class II ODC must be submitted in writing to the CO for review and approval, otherwise, the use of Class II ODS will be prohibited.

i. Employee certifications and an ODC Service Plan that identifies type of service, ODSs used, and recovery information shall be submitted to the Environmental Office prior to start of work.

j. Contractors shall take active steps to prevent evaporation of all solid or liquid materials that have potential to become airborne including but not limited to fuels, solvents, paints, and other volatile chemicals under the Contractor’s control. All containers holding solid or liquid materials that have potential to become airborne shall be closed at all times, except when adding product to or removing product from the container.

k. Contractors shall fully comply with the conditions of all applicable Colorado Air Pollution Prevention and Control Act and regulations as identified in 5 CCR 1001: Regulations 1-19.

l. When a Fugitive Particulate Control Plan is not required by 5 CCR 1001-3:

Regulation No. 1, Contractors shall perform all fugitive particulate control measures necessary to prevent emissions of over 20 percent opacity or visible emissions that cross USAFA’s property boundaries. Contractors shall maintain a daily log of fugitive particulate emissions that exceed 20 percent opacity or that cause visible emissions. Contractors shall maintain a copy of this log on site at all times and shall make it available for review to the Environmental Office upon request.

m. Contractors shall not utilize cutback asphalt or any coating included in the definition of cutback asphalt as defined at 5 CCR 1001-9: Regulation No. 7 during the months of March through September unless the cutback asphalt is used solely as a penetrating prime coat or if the user can demonstrate to the CDPHE APCD that under the conditions of its intended use, there will be no emissions of volatile organic compounds to the ambient air.

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n. Contractors shall not apply sand or gravel to USAFA roads without obtaining prior written approval from the Environmental Office. Similarly, in-house forces shall not apply sand or gravel to USAFA roads without obtaining prior written approval.

o. Contractors shall properly re-vegetate all disturbed land to prevent fugitive particulate emissions following the completion of work.

p. Contractors shall provide to the Air Quality Manager data plate information (i.e. a photograph) and install date for all new permanent external combustion equipment (boilers, water heaters), internal combustion engine equipment (generators, fire pumps), and equipment with a refrigerant capacity of 50 pounds or more. Data plate information must include, at a minimum, model number, serial number, and manufacture date. For external combustion equipment, provide the rated heat capacity. For internal combustion equipment, provide the rated engine power (not the alternator or genset power). For cooling equipment, provide refrigerant charge for each circuit (for cooling equipment with charge > 50 lbs).

q. When permanent internal combustion engines (generators, fire pumps) will be installed, contractors shall provide to Air Quality Manager certifications or other records that demonstrating the engine’s compliance with the Clean Air Act.

2.9 Natural Resources

a. Fish and Wildlife

1) The federally threatened Preble’s Meadow Jumping Mouse (PMJM) occurs on USAFA, and the base has a Conservation Agreement with the US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) to protect PMJM and mitigate any adverse impact to its habitat. PMJM habitat is generally defined as riparian habitat (woody vegetated streams and drainage ways) and upland areas within 300-feet of the 100-year floodplain of a stream. In accordance with the Conservation Agreement, all activities that will cause habitat disturbance must comply with the following conditions:

Workers shall be instructed by USAFA personnel on procedures that must be followed to limit or prevent habitat impacts within and adjacent to the work area.

Work shall be coordinated with and supervised by USAFA personnel familiar with PMJM and the…