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9439927 General Volume II Factor

Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Volume II Factor 2; Past Performance – PWS requires example projects to be complete or 75% completed of major milestones. However, F2F contracts are typically multi-year contracts with very similar scope each year. Will USACE allow a F2F contract to be used to demonstrate past performance with only 2 years or more of completed contract years?

On: Oct 06 2021.

Government Response. . No, the POL Tanks Lead is not required to possess a Class A Operator certification for this contract. On: Oct 28 2021 Government Response. . No, the POL Tanks Lead is not required to possess a Class A Operator certification for this contract. On: Oct 28 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9439957 General Section 5.2.2.2 Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Section 5.2.2.2 Media Specific Experience; Air Quality – Does this requirement apply to personnel supporting the Air Quality program (onsite and offsite) or just the Contractor Lead? Similar to the requirements for Wastewater/Stormwate r and POL Tanks.

On: Oct 06 2021.

Government Response. . All personnel must be qualified. On: Oct 25 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9439961 General Section 2.1.6 Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Section 2.1.6 Equipment Purchase / Maintain, EC – JBMDL – Can bidders consider the list of equipment to maintain listed in 2.1.6 as inclusive to what requires maintenance?

On: Oct 06 2021.

Government Response. . The government furnished equipment at HW facilities to be considered for maintenance is listed in Table 4. On: Oct 25 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9439962 General Table 1 and Section 2.2.3

Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Table 1 and Section 2.2.3 indicate IHMP supplies are only necessary at Hanscom AFB. However, Attachment 2 Price Proposal Spreadsheet indicates the government expects IHMP Supplies pricing for Hanscom, JBMDL, and Rome Labs. Which is correct?

On: Oct 06 2021.

Government Response. . IHMP Supplies are only necessary for Hanscom. An updated price proposal spreadsheet will be provided. On: Oct 25 2021

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9439964 General Section 2.3.2 Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Section 2.3.2 -SAM, Air – JBMDL & HAFB – Do any of these tests require the use of a specific subcontractor?

On: Oct 06 2021.

Government Response. . No. The Contractor shall provide qualified personnel/subcontractors who specializes in air emissions testing and maintenance to perform the emissions testing and monitoring. On:

Oct 25 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9439974 General Section 2.3.2 Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Section 2.3.2 -SAM, Air – JBMDL & HAFB. The PWS states, "The contractor shall measure, sample, analyze, test and monitor media as required by permit regulation or rule. The contractor is responsible for complying with SAM requirements of permits in effect during the period of performance even when permits or rules are added, modified, updated, or replaced. The contractor shall provide all required services and supplies to support SAM requirements at the installation. Emission sources may include boilers, generators, Combined Heat and Power Units, tanks, fire pumps, and various fugitive areas. At times, source opacity readings, sulfur testing, Reasonably Available Control Technology (RACT) testing, Emissions Compliance Testing (Stack Testing), Vapor Recovery Testing, Relative Accuracy Test Audits (RATAs), Annual Source testing, CEMS data collection, evaluation of RATA results/report(s)Emi ssions Compliance Testing (Stack Testing) will be required IAW base permits by a certified contractor." The section goes on to present Tables 16 and 17. Of which, these tables do not present tasks related to opacity readings, Stack Testing, or CEMS data collection.

Question: How many sources test can be expected over the lifetime of the contract, and how often will the AQ PM direct the contractor to perform said tests?

On: Oct 06 2021.

Government Response. . For HAFB: Approximately Forty (40) tests will be required over the lifetime of the contract. The sources which require testing on an annual basis include: AAFES, the Aero Club, the Motor Pool; the CHP CoGen, and the four (4) CHP boilers. For JBMDL: Approximately Six (6) tests will be required over the lifetime of the contract. The sources which require testing on an annual basis include:

Lakehurst Boiler #2 (E23), Boiler #3 (E125), and the replacement boiler at B362 (103MMBtu/hr) . On: Oct 28 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9439982 General Section 2.3.2 Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Section 2.3.2 -SAM, Air – JBMDL & HAFB. The PWS states, "The contractor shall measure, sample, analyze, test and monitor media as required by permit regulation or rule. The contractor is responsible for complying with SAM requirements of permits in effect during the period of performance even when permits or rules are added, modified, updated, or replaced. The contractor shall provide all required services and supplies to support SAM requirements at the installation. Emission sources may include boilers, generators, Combined Heat and Power Units, tanks, fire pumps, and various fugitive areas. At times, source opacity readings, sulfur testing, Reasonably Available Control Technology (RACT) testing, Emissions Compliance Testing (Stack Testing), Vapor Recovery Testing, Relative Accuracy Test Audits (RATAs), Annual Source testing, CEMS data collection, evaluation of RATA results/report(s)Emi ssions Compliance Testing (Stack Testing) will be required IAW base permits by a certified contractor." The section goes on to present Tables 16 and 17. Of which, these tables do not present tasks related to opacity readings, Stack Testing, or CEMS data collection.

Question: How many opacity tests/observations should be expected throughout the lifetime of the contract?

On: Oct 06 2021.

Government Response. . For HAFB: None. The Continuous Opacity Monitoring Systems (COMS) at the CHP cover this requirement.

For JBMDL: Approximately 540. There are monthly visible emission checks (not Method 9) required for twelve (12) sources in the Dix area and three (3) sources in the McGuire area. On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9439983 General Section 2.3.2 Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Section 2.3.2 -SAM, Air – JBMDL & HAFB. The PWS states, "The contractor shall measure, sample, analyze, test and monitor media as required by permit regulation or rule. The contractor is responsible for complying with SAM requirements of permits in effect during the period of performance even when permits or rules are added, modified, updated, or replaced. The contractor shall provide all required services and supplies to support SAM requirements at the installation. Emission sources may include boilers, generators, Combined Heat and Power Units, tanks, fire pumps, and various fugitive areas. At times, source opacity readings, sulfur testing, Reasonably Available Control Technology (RACT) testing, Emissions Compliance Testing (Stack Testing), Vapor Recovery Testing, Relative Accuracy Test Audits (RATAs), Annual Source testing, CEMS data collection, evaluation of RATA results/report(s)Emi ssions Compliance Testing (Stack Testing) will be required IAW base permits by a certified contractor." The section goes on to present Tables 16 and 17. Of which, these tables do not present tasks related to opacity readings, Stack Testing, or CEMS data collection.

Question: Is the contractor expected to be EPA Method 09 certified?

On: Oct 06 2021.

Government Response. . Yes, the contractor is expected to be EPA Method 09 certified. On: Oct 27 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9439984 General Section 2.3.2 Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Section 2.3.2 -SAM, Air – JBMDL & HAFB. The PWS states, "The contractor shall measure, sample, analyze, test and monitor media as required by permit regulation or rule. The contractor is responsible for complying with SAM requirements of permits in effect during the period of performance even when permits or rules are added, modified, updated, or replaced. The contractor shall provide all required services and supplies to support SAM requirements at the installation. Emission sources may include boilers, generators, Combined Heat and Power Units, tanks, fire pumps, and various fugitive areas. At times, source opacity readings, sulfur testing, Reasonably Available Control Technology (RACT) testing, Emissions Compliance Testing (Stack Testing), Vapor Recovery Testing, Relative Accuracy Test Audits (RATAs), Annual Source testing, CEMS data collection, evaluation of RATA results/report(s)Emi ssions Compliance Testing (Stack Testing) will be required IAW base permits by a certified contractor." The section goes on to present Tables 16 and 17. Of which, these tables do not present tasks related to opacity readings, Stack Testing, or CEMS data collection.

Question: How many Stack Tests can be anticipated?

On: Oct 06 2021.

Government Response. . Annual RATA/Source/Emissions compliance testing will be required at HAFB each year (5 tests) and up to three (3) tests for JBMDL. On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9439985 General Section 2.3.2 Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Section 2.3.2 -SAM, Air – JBMDL & HAFB. The PWS states, "The contractor shall measure, sample, analyze, test and monitor media as required by permit regulation or rule. The contractor is responsible for complying with SAM requirements of permits in effect during the period of performance even when permits or rules are added, modified, updated, or replaced. The contractor shall provide all required services and supplies to support SAM requirements at the installation. Emission sources may include boilers, generators, Combined Heat and Power Units, tanks, fire pumps, and various fugitive areas. At times, source opacity readings, sulfur testing, Reasonably Available Control Technology (RACT) testing, Emissions Compliance Testing (Stack Testing), Vapor Recovery Testing, Relative Accuracy Test Audits (RATAs), Annual Source testing, CEMS data collection, evaluation of RATA results/report(s)Emi ssions Compliance Testing (Stack Testing) will be required IAW base permits by a certified contractor." The section goes on to present Tables 16 and 17. Of which, these tables do not present tasks related to opacity readings, Stack Testing, or CEMS data collection.

Question: Is the contractor responsible for CEMS data collection and processing?

On: Oct 06 2021.

Government Response. . Yes, the contractor is responsible for CEMS data collection and processing.

On: Oct 28 2021

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9439987 General Section 2.4 Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Section 2.4. ¬ The PWS states, "This task may include gathering copies of permits, decomposing permit requirements into required actions, and developing/implement ing facility-specific inspection checklists."

Question: Will checklists need to be developed and/or maintained under this project for JBMDL, Hanscom, Rome, and New Boston?

On: Oct 06 2021.

Government Response. . Yes, Development and maintenance of checklists will be required for JBMDL.

On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9439988 General Section 2.4 Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Section 2.4. ¬ The PWS states, "This task may include gathering copies of permits, decomposing permit requirements into required actions, and developing/implement ing facility-specific inspection checklists."

Question: How many checklists have already been developed by the installation and have the checklists been loaded into APIMS?

On: Oct 06 2021.

Government Response. . Draft APIMS specific checklists are under development for HAFB and JBMDL.

On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9439989 General Section 2.4 Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Section 2.4. ¬ The PWS states, "This task may include gathering copies of permits, decomposing permit requirements into required actions, and developing/implement ing facility-specific inspection checklists."

Question: Is the contractor expected to utilize the Compliance Module within APIMS to formulate of new checklists and/or incorporate existing checklist that are not currently within the Compliance Module?

On: Oct 06 2021.

Government Response. . Yes, the contractor is required to utilize the Compliance Module within APIMS to formulate of new checklists and/or incorporate existing checklist that are not currently within the Compliance Module On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9439990 General Section 2.4 Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Section 2.4. ¬ The PWS states, "These services shall include, but are not limited to, bi-weekly status meetings, performing AQ monitoring; data entry support, database management, recurring recordkeeping and compliance reporting activities associated with applicable National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAPs) and Operating Permit activities..." and concludes with citing the CDRL A001AQ02. This CDRL is specifically associated to a monthly "AQ Activities Report".

Question: Is the contractor required to submit meeting agendas and minutes for the bi-weekly status calls?

On: Oct 06 2021.

Government Response. . Yes, is required to submit meeting agendas and minutes for the bi-weekly status calls. On: Oct 27 2021 Government Response. . Yes, is required to submit meeting agendas and minutes for the bi-weekly status calls. On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9439991 General Section 2.4 Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

8. Section 2.4. ¬ The PWS states, "These services shall include, but are not limited to, bi-weekly status meetings, performing AQ monitoring; data entry support, database management, recurring recordkeeping and compliance reporting activities associated with applicable National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAPs) and Operating Permit activities..." and concludes with citing the CDRL A001AQ02. This CDRL is specifically associated to a monthly "AQ Activities Report".

Question 2: What CDRL is used to account for meeting agendas and minutes?

On: Oct 06 2021.

Government Response. . There is no CDRL assigned; however meeting minutes are required by PWS section 4.6. On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9439993 General Section 2.4 Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Section 2.4. ¬ The PWS states, "These services shall include, but are not limited to, bi-weekly status meetings, performing AQ monitoring; data entry support, database management, recurring recordkeeping and compliance reporting activities associated with applicable National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAPs) and Operating Permit activities..." and concludes with citing the CDRL A001AQ02. This CDRL is specifically associated to a monthly "AQ Activities Report".

Question: In what ways does the AQ Activities Report differ in content from information that would be otherwise be communicated in the monthly CPSMR?

On: Oct 06 2021.

Government Response. . It does not differ. On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9439994 General Section 2.4 Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Section 2.4. ¬ The PWS states, "The contractor shall be available on-site to provide air quality support Monday through Friday during normal working hours (see Section 5.7). Three on-site support will be necessary at a total of two locations: one at JBMDL and two at HAFB. Air Quality support is detailed in subsections below. Daily support applies to Sections 2.4.1 with assistance to tasks outlined in Sections 2.4.2 – 2.4.5." What are the expectations during the employees' absentee due to sick or annual leave?

On: Oct 06 2021.

Government Response. . The expectation of the government is that the contractor will provide reachback support. On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9439995 General Section 2.4.1 Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Section 2.4.1 – The PWS states, "The contractor shall provide environmental compliance recordkeeping for all air quality permitting sources of air pollution, support data entry, database management, and recurring compliance reporting activities associated with applicable NESHAPs and Title V activities such as fuel usage, generator/boiler run times, and actual emissions."

Question: Can the government provide clarity on what is meant by "recordkeeping for all air quality permitting sources of air pollution?"

On: Oct 06 2021.

Government Response. . Tracking of monthly data, alerting the AQ PM on delinquent shops, data collected, validated and entered into APIMS, calculate emissions and operating parameter values (e.g., hours of operation, blast media/coating throughput, etc.) to check for compliance with permit and rule requirements, preparation of monthly report forms and supporting documentation in accordance with permits

Page 5 of 39ProjNet: Logged In User and applicable regulations including fuel usage, generator run times, vehicle inspection and maintenance program (i.e., ECARS), monitoring, recordkeeping, data management, and results from source testing specifically for hazardous air pollutants, or other air-related requirements in accordance with the NESHAPs.

Please refer to Tables 18 and 19 for recurring deliverables. On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9439996 General Section 2.4.1 Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Section 2.4.1 – The PWS states, "The contractor shall provide environmental compliance recordkeeping for all air quality permitting sources of air pollution, support data entry, database management, and recurring compliance reporting activities associated with applicable NESHAPs and Title V activities such as fuel usage, generator/boiler run times, and actual emissions."

Question: Can the government provide clarity on what specific recurring compliance reporting activities are required associated with Title V activities?

On: Oct 06 2021.

Government Response. . Tracking of monthly data, alerting the AQ PM on delinquent shops, data collected, validated and entered into APIMS, calculate emissions and operating parameter values (e.g., hours of operation, blast media/coating throughput, etc.) to check for compliance with permit and rule requirements, preparation of monthly report forms and supporting documentation in accordance with permits and applicable regulations including fuel usage, generator run times, vehicle inspection and maintenance program (i.e., ECARS), monitoring, recordkeeping, data management, and results from source testing specifically for hazardous air pollutants, or other air-related requirements in accordance with the NESHAPs.

Please refer to Tables 18 and 19 for recurring deliverables. On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9439997 General Section 2.4.1 Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Section 2.4.1 – The PWS states, "The contractor shall provide environmental compliance recordkeeping for all air quality permitting sources of air pollution, support data entry, database management, and recurring compliance reporting activities associated with applicable NESHAPs and Title V activities such as fuel usage, generator/boiler run times, and actual emissions."

Question: Will the contractor support only permitted sources or are non-permitted sources also the responsibility of the contractor with regards to recordkeeping and field validations?

On: Oct 06 2021.

Government Response. . The contractor will be responsible for supporting both permitted sources and non-permitted sources with regards to record keeping and field validation. On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9439998 General Section 2.4.1 Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Section 2.4.1 – The PWS states, "The contractor shall review compliance recordkeeping relevant to HAFB Co-Gen Plant CEMS, gas cylinder QA/QC reports, RATA, and Source emission tests." Will the contractor be expected to create these reports or will this only be an oversight task?

On: Oct 06 2021.

Government Response. . Yes, the Contractor shall submit CEMS data, gas cylinder QA/QC reports, RATA reports, and Source emission reports as required by the permit, the HAFB CEMS OMM and QAP.

On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9439999 General Section 2.4.1 Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

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Section 2.4.1 – The PWS states, "All recordkeeping must be maintained in the APIMS and improved through completing a review of a recently completed Air Emission Inventories, on-hand spread sheets records, and installation field data for mobile and stationary emission sources." AFMAN 32-7002 has removed the requirement of mobile source inventories. IAW with this change from the previous AFI, AFI 32-7001, many of the functionalities in APIMS for tracking mobile sources have been, or will be, removed. In what capacity is the contractor expected to maintain and track mobile source inventories?

On: Oct 06 2021.

Government Response. . The contractor is expected to verify/collect data for all permitted, exempted, and insignificant sources. On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9440000 General Section 2.4.1.1 Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Section 2.4.1.1 mentions that the contractor shall assist in the "...development of a program continuity binder..."

Question: Can the government expand on the contents and expectations of this binder?

On: Oct 06 2021.

Government Response. . Once created, the continuity binder should be updated annually to provide relevant information for the installation AQ program. It should include a Table of Contents, an overview of duties and responsibilities, copies of relevant guidance documents, a breakdown of tasks, installation POCs (and where to obtain monthly data), etc. On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9440002 General Section 2.4.1.1 Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Section 2.4.1.1 mentions that the contractor shall assist in the "...development of a program continuity binder..."

Question: How many updates to this binder are anticipated each contract year?

On: Oct 06 2021.

Government Response. . Annually. On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9440004 General Section 2.4.1.1 Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Section 2.4.1.1 mentions that the contractor shall assist in the "...development of a program continuity binder..."

Question: Will updates be delegated by the AQ PM, or will the contractor be required to manage the binder in its entirety?

On: Oct 06 2021.

Government Response. . The AQ PM will work with the contractor to develop/revise the binder. On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9440006 General Section 2.4.1.1 Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Section 2.4.1.1 – The PWS States, "The contractor shall assist the Installation AQ Program Manager in preparing the monthly compliance reports as required in the Title V Permit reflecting all current assigned requirements." Can the government provide the current amount of reports required for each Title V-permitted installation?

On: Oct 06 2021.

Government Response. . Please refer to Table 18 and Table 19. On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9440008 General Section 2.4.1.1 Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Section 2.4.1.1 – The PWS States, "The contractor shall provide HAFB Combined Heat and Power (CHP) operators with monthly assistance as well as as-needed emergency data consultation on data anomalies or findings of non-compliance. This assistance can range from environmental regulatory training, obtaining record keeping logs, pulling emissions data, assistance with regulatory inquiry responses, to assessing alarms on the DAS, quarterly site visits, and emergency data consultation on data anomalies or findings of non-compliance, quarterly Cylinder Gas Audits.

The precision, accuracy, completeness, and comparability of the data reported by the CEMS are critical to permit compliance."

Question: Will the contractor be responsible for performing and creating a report for the quarterly Cylinder Gas Audits?

On: Oct 06 2021.

Government Response. . Yes, the contractor will be responsible for performing and creating a report for the quarterly Cylinder Gas Audits. On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9440010 General Section 2.4.1.1 Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Section 2.4.1.1 – The PWS States, "The contractor shall provide HAFB Combined Heat and Power (CHP) operators with monthly assistance as well as as-needed emergency data consultation on data anomalies or findings of non-compliance. This assistance can range from environmental regulatory training, obtaining record keeping logs, pulling emissions data, assistance with regulatory inquiry responses, to assessing alarms on the DAS, quarterly site visits, and emergency data consultation on data anomalies or findings of non-compliance, quarterly Cylinder Gas Audits.

The precision, accuracy, completeness, and comparability of the data reported by the CEMS are critical to permit compliance."

Question: What is the expected emergency response time (i.e. 24/7, Monday-Friday 0730- 1630, holidays)?

On: Oct 06 2021.

Government Response. . Monday-Friday 0730- 1630 On: Oct 28 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9440011 General Section 2.4.1.3 Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Section 2.4.1.3 – The PWS States, "If a deviation occurs, additional training will be required at shop level which requires additional record-keeping and/or corrective record keeping. A corrective action plan shall be submitted to AQ PM for review. (CDRL A001AQ06)". Can the government identify how many additional trainings can be expected during a given contract year as a result of unforeseen deviations?

On: Oct 06 2021.

Government Response. . Two (2). The training will be included as part of the Corrective Action Plan stipulated in the annual/semi-annual report package. On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9440012 General Section 2.4.2 Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Section 2.4.2 – The PWS States, "In coordination with AFCEC and the Base AQ Program Manager, and prior to performing the inventories and AEI / PTE updates, the contractor shall perform 100% field verification inspections confirm locations and attributes."

Question: Does this include all insignificant equipment (i.e. all water heaters, furnaces and other non-permitted equipment)?

On: Oct 06 2021.

Government Response. . Yes, this includes all insignificant equipment (i.e. all water heaters, furnaces and other non-permitted equipment). On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9440013 General Section 2.4.2 Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Section 2.4.2 – The PWS States, "In coordination with AFCEC and the Base AQ Program Manager, and prior to performing the inventories and AEI / PTE updates, the contractor shall perform 100% field verification inspections confirm locations and attributes."

Question: Approximately how many sources are located at each installation?

On: Oct 06 2021.

Government Response. . Please refer to the permit. On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9440015 General Volume IV Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Volume IV. Attachment 3 EFT UFC Form 23 Direct Deposit Authorization – Since this is highly confidential information, would USACE allow this to be completed after an offeror was awarded a contract? It does not seem that this is needed at the proposal stage and would only be required from the winning bidder.

On: Oct 06 2021.

Government Response. . Attachment 3 EFT UFC Form 23 Direct Deposit Authorization is not required until award On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9441045 Contracting Page 246 of 293 Section L Section L.3 (A) (2) Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Page 246 of 293, Section L.3 (A) (2) states, "All key personnel must be employed by the prime Offeror, partnering firms, and/or major subcontractors." Is it the government's intent that the key personnel be employed by the prime offeror, partnering firms, and/or major subcontractors at the time of proposal submittal, or on/after contract award?

On: Oct 07 2021.

Government Response. . They must be employed at the time of award. On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9441047 Contracting Page 246 of 293 Section L Section L.3 (A) (2) Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Page 246 of 293, Section L.3 (A) (2) states, "Key personnel are identified as: Program Manager, Project Manager, Hazardous Waste (HW) contract support personnel, Hazardous Materials (HM) personnel, Air personnel, Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO). Include a 1-2 paragraph description of the experience of each key personnel demonstrating required PWS qualifications for the position." PWS Sections 4.7.1.2 and 5.2.2 provide minimum qualifications/exper ience for all key personnel positions except HM personnel. Request the government provide the required minimum qualifications for those positions.

On: Oct 07 2021.

Government Response. . IHMP Support position is to be performed by an engineering technician with sufficient knowledge and qualifications to perform all duties listed in Section 2.2 of the PWS. Additional text regarding HM personnel minimum qualifications has been added to Section 5.2.2.2 of the PWS. On: Oct 27 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9441048 Contracting Page 246 of 293 Section L Section L.3 (A) (2) Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Page 246 of 293, Section L.3 (A) (2) states, "Include a 1-2 paragraph description of the experience of each key personnel demonstrating required PWS qualifications for the position." Is it the government's intent for contractors to

Page 9 of 39ProjNet: Logged In User propose only one (1) employee for each key personnel position per location, or are multiple employees required for key personnel positions at specific locations?

On: Oct 07 2021.

Government Response. . No, key personnel are not limited to one or required to have multiple;

contractor should propose what works best to cover PWS. On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9441050 Contracting Page 186 of 293 Section C Section C.4.7.1.2 Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Page 186 of 293, Section C.4.7.1.2 provides minimum requirements for the Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO).

However, each requirement appears to include choices for the minimums (i.e., "A minimum of [two – five] years of experience..." "Working knowledge of [hazardous waste] [construction] safety procedures..." "[30-hour] [10-hour] OSHA Construction Safety certification..."). Request the government clarify the minimum requirements for this key personnel position.

On: Oct 07 2021.

Government Response. . PWS Section 4.7.1.2 has been updated to clarify requirements. On: Oct 27 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9441053 Contracting Page 196 of 293 Section C Section C.5.7 Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Will the solicitation be revised to add the new Federal Holiday, Juneteenth (19 June)?

On: Oct 07 2021.

Government Response. . Yes, Juneteenth is added to the Federal Holiday list for this solicitation. On:

Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9441054 Contracting Page 250 of 293 Section L Section L.6 Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Page 250 of 293, Section L.6 requires offerors to fill out and submit Section G – Contract Administration Data;

however, the SF 33 does not have Part I, Section G checked, and there is no Section G included with the solicitation. Can the government provide Section G or confirm that it does not need to be completed?

On: Oct 07 2021.

Government Response. . Language referencing Section G in L.6 has been removed. On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9441055 Contracting Page 250 of 293 Section L Section L.6 Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Page 250 of 293, Section L.6 requires offerors to fill out and submit Attachment 4 – Disclosure of Lobbying Activities, SF LLL (Rev. 7-97). If an offeror and teaming partners/subcontract ors have no disclosures to report, is a completed Attachment 4 still required?

On: Oct 07 2021.

Government Response. . Yes, the form is still required. On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9441567 Project Management Page 247 of 293 Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

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Volume 3, (D). For the activity based schedule outlining the WBS, are Level 2 those requirements identified in Table 1, Summary of Tasks? Should this WBS be provided for Base Year only? Should there be separate WBS' by installation?

On: Oct 07 2021.

Government Response. . WBS is needed for the entire contract and should follow bid sheet structure which has breakout by program area and installation. On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9442466 Project Management Vol 1, Factor 1 Section (A) (2) Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Section K requires a 1-2 paragraph narrative for key personnel, but resumes prior to beginning work. For the narrative in particular for HW HM Air, is it acceptable to provide narrative and identification of qualifications for a single employee in those categories to demonstrate the contractor's understanding of the position requirements and ability to fill those roles?

On: Oct 08 2021.

Government Response. . The Offeror shall provide the narrative as described in Section K. Resumes are to be provided prior to starting work to demonstrate qualifications as part of this requirement. If the individual is to be replaced at any point, their replacement would be required to demonstrate comparable qualifications via the process established in PWS Section 5.2.2.6. On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9444646 General Site Visit Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Can the site visit attendees be provided?

On: Oct 11 2021.

Government Response. . Yes, the list of attendees is now posted with the solicitation. On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9445176 Project Management Pages 245-247 of 293 Technical and Management Approach

Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

To address all of the information in the PWS and Technical and Management approach, 25 pages seems inadequate.

Will the page count be increased?

On: Oct 11 2021.

Government Response. . The page limit will not be changed. On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9445177 Other 1. 2.3.3 - SAM, NPDES/ Other Wastewater

Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

a. Does HAFB have a wastewater discharge permit associated the wastewater monitoring specified in Section 2 of the HAFB WW-SW Sampling and Analysis Plan (SAP)? If so, could you please provide?

b. Wastewater reporting is not detailed in the HAFB WW-SW SAP but is required under the PWS. Could you please provide the MADEP required report template and/or a past example of the report?

c. Please confirm that wastewater sampling and associated reporting are only required for JBMDL-Lakehurst, as specified in the JBMDL WW-SW SAP.

d. Wastewater reporting is not detailed in the JBMDL WW-SW SAP but is required under the PWS. Please confirm that JBMDL wastewater reporting includes only completing the Discharge Monitoring Reports and Waste

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Characterization Forms (WCF) via the NJDEP Electronic Monitoring Report Form (MRF) at the intervals required by the WW permit and SAP. Will any other reports be required for JBMDL records? Any additional reporting required for Whole Effluent Toxicity (WET) Report?

On: Oct 11 2021.

Government Response. . a. Hanscom's wasterwater discharge permit has been provided. See the Hanscom Low Flow Low Pollutant Permit. The base requires the sampling detailed in the provided SAP to be able to demonstrate compliance with the permit. The permit does not specify the sampling.

b. Wastewater reporting is not required for the Hanscom Low Flow Low Pollutant Permit. Sampling and analysis with data reported to the base and AFCEC is required. The new MSGP permit requires sampling for PAH that will fall in FY24. Reporting will be required as specified in the permit. This reporting is new and there is no past example or template at this time.

c. At this time wastewater sampling and analytical reports are only required for Lakehurst, as specified in the JBMDL WW-SW SAP.

d. At JBMDL wastewater reporting is accomplished by base personnel and collection of wastewater samples is performed by base personnel. This contract will supply sampling containers, sample analyses and analytical reports that provide the necessary data for base personnel to complete all permit required reporting including WET at the intervals required by the WW permit and SAP. On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9445178 Other 2.3.4 - SAM, Storm Water Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Stormwater reporting is not detailed in the JBMDL WW-SW SAP but is required under the PWS. Please confirm that JBMDL stormwater reporting includes only completing the Discharge Monitoring Reports submissions to the EPA NetDMR system. If any other reports will be required under this task for the purpose of JBMDL internal records, please identify what they should include.

On: Oct 11 2021.

Government Response. . Stormwater reporting at JBMDL is accomplished by base personnel. Collection of stormwater samples will be accomplished by base personnel. This contract will supply sampling containers, analyses and analytical reports that provide the necessary data for base personnel to complete all permit required reporting. On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9445179 Other 2.5.3.2 – Plan Update, SWMP for JBMDL

& HAFB

Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

HAFB SMWP is scoped under Section 2.5.3.2 of the PWS and again in Section 2.5.3.4 of the PWS. Which section should the HAFB SWMP be scoped under?

On: Oct 11 2021.

Government Response. . Annual, minor updates of the SWMP are expected under 2.5.3.4. A major SWMP update associated with a new permit would be accomplished under this optional section 2.5.3.2 On:

Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9445180 Other 2.5.3.4 - Reports, NPDES Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

a. This task is titled "Reports, NPDES" but also includes fieldwork. Please confirm that both fieldwork and reporting should be included under this task.

b. Please confirm this section pertains to requirements of the MS4 permit only. This section does not apply to MSGP requirements, correct?

c. This section of the PWS specifies that the "contractor will provide reports, educational messages, training, written programs, mapping, outfall screening, SWPPPs, procedures and documentation to meet requirements and schedules of the MS4 permit and Section 3 of the SWMP." For the technical approach and costing, will the contractor be relied on to develop or update all materials specified in the current SWMP every year? If not all, approximately how many

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d. A copy of the HAFB SWMP was provided, but could you please provide a copy of the HAFB MS4 permit?

e. The PWS specifies that on-site travel is anticipated for data collection, training, and outfall screening.

i. Is on-site travel expected associated with public education/outreach and involvement (MCM 1 and MCM 2)?

ii. Does HAFB have an IDDE map showing outfalls to be screened for the MS4 permit? Approximately how many outfalls will need to be screened on an annual basis?

iii. Are BMP inspection fieldwork and/or reporting covered under this task? Approximately how many BMPs will need to be inspected?

iv. How many training sessions (and days) will the contractor be providing?

v. Will training slides need to be updated? To what extent (e.g,. how many presentation, how many slides?)?

vi. Will good housekeeping plans or other documents need to be updated under this section of the PWS?

On: Oct 11 2021.

Government Response. . a. Both fieldwork and reporting should be included under this task.

b. This section pertains to requirements of the MS4 permit only.

c. Not all materials will be required to be developed or updated every year. The MS4 specifies which items are due for development in a specific year of the permit. For example, in the fourth year of the permit (base year of contract) this would include: Street Design and Parking lot report, Green infrastructure report, Retrofit Properties Inventory report and BMP Phosphorus Removal Estimate report (see Attachment 3 of Appendix F of permit).

d. A copy of the HAFB MS4 permit will be provided. It is also available from the EPA website.

https://www.epa.gov/npdes-permits/massachusetts-small-ms4-general-permit

e. The PWS specifies that on-site travel is anticipated for data collection, training, and outfall screening.

i. no

ii. Yes there is a MAP. Initial dry weather screening has been completed. Dry weather screening will require repeating by FY25 (currently 38 outfalls) There are 9 industrial sites requiring quarterly inspections.

iii. Yes, BMP inspection fieldwork is required. BMP numbers may change but approximately 20 BMPs will need to be inspected.

iv. There are 9 industrial areas with personnel requiring annual training. It is estimated that one hour will be required for each area.

v. Yes slides will need to be updated/developed. IDDE training has been developed. Industrial training needs to be developed. Estimate 10 slides with at least one site specific for industrial training.

vi. Yes On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9445182 Other 1) PWS Section 2.3.2 Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

PWS Section 2.3.2 requests RATA and stack testing for JBMDL and Hanscom. Has the cogen at Hanscom begun operation and what year would the stack testing of the cogen need to occur? Would the testing only need to occur once during the contract period? Does the cogen have platforms and stairs that the source testers could utilize to access the stack? For the RACT boiler testing, will Government boiler operators be available to adjust the combustion process while the contractor monitors the emissions?

On: Oct 11 2021.

Government Response. . The CoGen was constructed in 2017 and has been in a "shakedown" period until August 2021. Per the permit, RATA/Source Emissions testing is planned for November 2021. Annual testing for this contract would begin in the fall of 2022. Yes, there are stairs to platforms for utilization. The Government boiler operators will be on-site. On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9445183 Other 2) PWS Section 2.4.2.1 Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

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PWS Section 2.4.2.1 – please provide additional details regarding the scope of work for "SIP Report." What types of vehicles, processes and models have been estimated and used in the past for this activity?

On: Oct 11 2021.

Government Response. . The last SIP written for JBMDL was in 2005. If requested by NJDEP, the revised SIP would be written to preserve the current and future mission capability for JBMDL by proactively planning projected emissions growth and conforming to the current SIP/General Conformity requirements of the Clean Air Act. Examples of activities would include: New mission support, general area sources, non-road mobile sources, upgrades to weapons systems, facility construction/upgrades. On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9445184 Other 3) PWS Table 20 Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

How many General Operating Permit applications should we assume per facility for costing purposes?

On: Oct 11 2021.

Government Response. . 25 for JBMDL; 5 for HAFB On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9445185 Other Title V Renewal Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

Do the facilities possess an existing, NJDEP-approved modeling protocol and AERMOD facility-wide air dispersion model that can be used for any enhanced risk assessment and the Title V renewal?

On: Oct 11 2021.

Government Response. . No, not at this time. On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9445186 Other Ft Dix Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

With the understanding that Fort Dix is within an Environmental Justice area as defined by the NJDEP, should the Contractor provide an estimate to support the enhanced public participation associated with the new regulation?

On: Oct 11 2021.

Government Response. . All requirements, as stated in the PWS, will need to be completed based on the latest regulatory requirements. The PWS acknowledges that regulations can change and this contract requires that the Contractor's proposal reflect the latest regulations even when some of the reference documentation may reflect prior regulatory requirements. On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9445187 Other Slide 25 Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U)

As noted on Slide 25 of the site visit presentation, the NJDEP has begun requiring facility-wide risk assessments as part of the Title V renewal. As noted elsewhere, the three installations have or are very soon going to submit their Title V renewals. As part of that application package, did the current supplier prepare a dispersion modeling protocol or prepare an air dispersion model (using AERMOD or similar software)? If not, will that be included in the scope of work under the new contract? Furthermore, will the new contractor be required to assist the installation with the current Title V renewal processing? Will the dispersion modeling files and protocol be made available to the new contractor (if they have been produced by the previous contractor).

On: Oct 11 2021.

Government Response. . Yes, this contractor will be required to support these tasks as part of a Title V renewal or modification. The air dispersion models have not been completed to date. On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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9445188 Other PWS Section 2.4 Comment Classification: UNCLASSIFIED (U))

PWS Section 2.4 in the last paragraphs states that "Three on-site support will be necessary at a total of two locations: one at JBMDL and two at HAFB. Air Quality support is detailed in subsections below. Daily support applies to Sections 2.4.1 with assistance to tasks outlined in Sections 2.4.2-2.4.5." Section 2.4.1 is specifically to support JBMDL, HAFP, and Rome. Please confirm that Rome require does not require M-F on-site support and that HAFB requires two on-site support staff.

On: Oct 11 2021.

Government Response. . Rome does not require M-F in-person support. One (1) individual is required for JBMDL and two (2) individuals are required for HAFB. On: Oct 27 2021 Current Request Status: Request Closed

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