Amendment_New_Specification_Sections.pdf

Emergency Bulkhead Repair Caven Point Marine Terminal BULKHEAD

SECTION 01 35 45.00 10

CHEMICAL DATA QUALITY CONTROL

04/06

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 REFERENCES

The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to within the text by the basic designation only.

U.S. ARMY CENTER FOR HEALTH PROMOTION AND PREVENTIVE MEDICINE

(USACHPPM)

USACHPPM Protocol (1993) Sampling Protocol Building Demolition Debris and Buildings Painted with Lead-Based Paint

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS (USACE)

EM 200-1-1 (1994) Environmental Quality -- Validation of Analytical Chemistry Laboratories

EM 200-1-3 (2001) Engineering and Design -- Requirements for the Preparation of Sampling and Analysis Plans

EM 200-1-6 (1997) Environmental Quality -- Chemical Quality Assurance for HTRW Projects

ER 1110-1-263 (1998) Engineering and Design -- Chemical Data Quality Management for Hazardous, Toxic, Radioactive Waste Remedial Activities

U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)

EPA 540/R 94-008 (1999) USEPA Contract Laboratory Program National Functional Guidelines for Organic Data Review

EPA SW-846.3-3 (1999, Third Edition, Update III-A) Test Methods for Evaluating Solid Waste:

Physical/Chemical Methods

U.S. NATIONAL ARCHIVES AND RECORDS ADMINISTRATION (NARA)

40 CFR 261 Identification and Listing of Hazardous Waste

40 CFR 262 Standards Applicable to Generators of Hazardous Waste

40 CFR 268 Land Disposal Restrictions

SECTION 01 35 45.00 10 Page 1

49 CFR 172 Hazardous Materials Table, Special Provisions, Hazardous Materials Communications, Emergency Response Information, and Training Requirements

49 CFR 178 Specifications for Packagings

1.2 ACRONYMS

NOT USED.

1.3 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

NOT USED.

1.4 CHEMISTRY REQUIREMENTS

Chemical Data Quality Control (CDQC) shall be as defined in ER 1110-1-263;

this ER, which integrates USACE guidance on the subject, shall be supplemented by EM 200-1-6 for detail technical guidance on CDQC. Tables and charts defining Design Analysis (DA), ROD, and remedial technology specific chemistry shall be according to or consistent with EM 200-1-3.

1.5 SUBMITTALS

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

submittals not having a "G" designation are for information only. 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 00.00 18 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

SD-03 Product Data

Sampling and Analysis Plan; G, RO

Submit no later than 5 days after receipt of notice to proceed.

SD-06 Test Reports

QA Sample Collection and Analysis Chemistry Data Package

Chemical Data Final Report; G, RO

Each report shall be labeled with the contract number, project name and location.

1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE ELEMENTS

Follow the QA elements necessary to monitor and ensure the quality of chemical data produced.

1.6.1 Laboratory Validation Requirements

Propose the minimum number of laboratories that can attain or have attained U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) validation in accordance with EM 200-1-1 and consistent with contract required chemical data quality.

The Contractor may propose laboratories that shall subsequently be validated by the USACE, or select currently validated USACE laboratories.

SECTION 01 35 45.00 10 Page 2

Identify all proposed project laboratories in the sampling and analysis plan (SAP). If a proposed analytical laboratory cannot meet specified analytical requirements or achieve the required validation, select another laboratory. If not currently validated, the USACE laboratory validation process requires a nominal 120 day process.

1.6.2 QA Sample Collection and Analysis

Collect and transport QA samples to the QA laboratory. Samples for all analyses (except volatiles) shall be taken as splits of homogenized samples. Samples for volatiles shall be collected as discrete duplicates.

Samples shall be collected at a rate of two (2) blank soil samples and two

(2) blank liquid samples as coordinated with the Contracting Officer.

1.7 QUALIFICATIONS

NOT USED.

1.8 COORDINATION MEETING

At the preconstruction conference, the Contractor and the Contracting Officer will discuss the CQC Plan and the SAP. The coordination meeting will be simultaneous to any CQC coordination required unless otherwise indicated or directed. A list of definable features that involve chemical measurements shall be agreed upon. At a minimum, each matrix (soil, water, air, etc.) shall be a definable work feature. Management of the chemical data quality system including project DQO, project submittals, chemical data documentation, chemical data assessment, required sampling and analysis protocols, and minimum data reporting requirements shall be agreed upon. The meeting will serve to establish an interrelationship between the Contractor's chemical data quality management and Government chemical quality assurance requirements. Minutes of the meeting will be documented by the Government and shall be signed by both the Contractor and the Contracting Officer. The minutes will include any or all unresolved chemical issues along with the conditions for resolution and will become a part of the contract file. Air samples shall be collected and analyzed as required by Federal, New Jersey and local laws, rules and regulations.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

Not Used

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Provide chemical sample acquisition, sample analysis, instrumental measurements of chemical parameters for chemical data quality control. An effective chemical data quality control system shall be established that meets the requirements for the chemical measurement DQO applicable to the project. The system shall cover chemical measurements pertaining to and required for Contractor and subcontractor produced chemical data. Control field screening, sampling, and testing in conjunction with remedial activities to meet all DQO; minimize the amount of excavated material requiring temporary storage; prevent dilution of contaminated soils with clean soils; and ensure completion of work within the required time.

SECTION 01 35 45.00 10 Page 3

3.2 QUALITY CONTROL PLAN

QUALITY CONTROL PLAN shall define soil, liquid and air sampling, testing and reporting in compliance with Federal, New Jersey and local laws, rules and regulations.

3.2.1 Additional Requirements

NOT USED.

3.2.2 Chemistry Elements of the CQC Plan

To cover contract related chemical measurements by the Contractor and all subContractors, the CQC Plan shall include the following as a minimum.

3.2.2.1 Qualifications

Names, education, experience qualifications, authorities, and decision-making responsibilities of all chemical quality management and support personnel. The CQC Plan shall contain a copy of a letter from the project QC manager designating and authorizing a Chemical Quality Control Officer and chemical quality control organization staff. The Chemical Quality Control Officer and staff may be part of the Contractor's normal compliment of workers who can be selected to collect and ship samples.

3.2.2.2 Authority and Responsibility

NOT USED.

3.3 SAMPLING AND ANALYSIS PLAN

The SAP shall be prepared in accordance with CDQC requirements and EM 200-1-3. The SAP shall be a single document that contains two distinct elements: FSP and QAPP. Sections of the FSP and QAPP shall be cross referenced. The SAP shall confirm the Contractor's understanding of the contract requirements for chemical data quality control, and shall describe procedures for field sampling and sample submittal for analysis, field chemical parameter measurement, data documentation, data assessment and data reporting requirements. The SAP shall delineate the methods the Contractor intends to use to accomplish the chemical quality control items to assure accurate, precise, representative, complete, legally defensible and comparable data. The SAP shall describe all chemical parameter measurements for all matrices for all phases of the remediation contract.

As a single interrelated document, the SAP shall be provided to field and laboratory personnel. The Contractor may propose original/innovative approaches to chemical parameter measurements for cost reduction and remediation efficiency by abbreviated sampling, contingency sampling and/or contingency analysis, indicator or tracer analysis, onsite analytical services, equivalency or screening methods. The SAP shall clearly identify the Contractor obtained laboratories. Furnish copies of the Government approved SAP to all laboratories and the Contractor's field sampling crew.

The SAP shall address all levels of the investigation with enough detail to become a document which may be used as an audit guide for field and laboratory work.

3.3.1 Field Sampling Plan

The FSP shall contain necessary technical detail and direction for the field personnel to understand sampling and field measurement requirements.

SECTION 01 35 45.00 10 Page 4

The FSP shall provide a comprehensive description and full detail for personnel to perform all onsite activities required to attain project DQO, including: locations of samples, sampling procedures for onsite and offsite chemical analysis, summaries of analyses to be performed on samples, shipment of samples for offsite analyses, performance of onsite and offsite instrumental parameter measurements, data documentation and reporting requirements. As a minimum, the Contractor shall collect two samples of liquid from each pipe still intact that contains liquids and three soil samples at each of the three mooring dolphins. Assume 2 additional samples will be required at each mooring dolphin to show observable changes in color of soils.

3.3.2 Quality Assurance Project Plan

The QAPP shall contain necessary technical detail and direction for field and laboratory personnel to understand project sample analysis, quality control and data reporting requirements, analytical methods, required detection limits, QC requirements, and data validation and reporting requirements.

3.4 CHEMISTRY DATA PACKAGE

The chemistry data package shall contain information to demonstrate that the project's DQO have been fulfilled. The QA function will compare QA sample results to corresponding primary sample results, will assess the Contractor's compliance with the SAP, and will recommend corrective action as necessary.

3.5 CONTROL OF CHEMICAL DATA QUALITY

Contractor chemical data quality control shall ensure that a quality control program is in place that assures sampling and analytical activities and the resulting chemical parameter measurement data comply with the DQO and the requirements of the SAP.

3.6 ANALYTICAL TESTING LABORATORIES

Propose the analytical laboratories to be used for the primary samples analyses. Laboratory validation requirements shall be in accordance with paragraph Laboratory Validation Requirements. The Contractor may utilize its own laboratory or utilize subcontract laboratories to achieve the primary required sample analyses.

3.6.1 Laboratory Analytical Requirements

Provide the specified chemical analyses by the Contractor's laboratory.

Provide chemical analyses to achieve the project DQO for all parameters specified by the methods. To give the USACE programs the greatest flexibility in the execution of its projects, the EPA SW-846.3-3 methods are generally the methods employed for the analytical testing of environmental samples. These methods are flexible and shall be adapted to individual project-specific requirements.

3.6.2 Laboratory Performance

Provide continued acceptable analytical performance and shall establish a procedure to address data deficiencies noted by review and/or quality assurance sample results. Provide and implement a mechanism for providing analytical labs with the SAP or QAPP portion of the SAP, for monitoring the

SECTION 01 35 45.00 10 Page 5 lab's performance and for performing corrective action procedures.

3.7 CHEMICAL DATA FINAL REPORT

The CDFR shall be produced including a summary of quality control practices employed and all chemical parameter measurement activities after project completion. As a minimum, the CDFR shall contain the following:

a. Summary of project scope and description.

b. Summary of any deviations from the design chemical parameter measurement specifications.

c. Summary of chemical parameter measurements performed as contingent measurements.

d. Summary discussion of resulting data including achieving data reporting requirements.

e. Summary of achieving project specific DQO.

f. Presentation and evaluation of the data to include an overall assessment on the quality of the data for each method and matrix.

g. Internal QC data generated during the project, including tabular summaries correlating sample identifiers with all blank, matrix spikes, surrogates, duplicates, laboratory control samples, and batch identifiers.

h. A list of the affected sample results for each analyte (indexed by method and matrix) including the appropriate data qualifier flag (J, B, R, etc.), where sample results are negatively impacted by adverse quality control criteria.

i. Summary of field and laboratory oversight activities, providing a discussion of the reliability of the data, QC problems encountered, and a summary of the evaluation of data quality for each analysis and matrix as indicated by the laboratory QC data and any other relevant findings.

j. Conclusions and recommendations.

k. Appendices containing: (1) Chemistry data package, and (2) Results of the Chemical Quality Assurance Report (CQAR). The CQAR is a Government produced document achieved through the inspection and analysis of QA samples and corresponding project sample data. The CQAR will include review of all QC parameters such as holding times, detection limits, method blanks, surrogate recoveries, matrix spikes and duplicates, and inter-laboratory and intra-laboratory data comparisons.

3.8 DOCUMENTATION

Documentation records shall be provided as factual evidence that required chemical data has been produced and chemical data quality has been achieved. The documentation shall comply with the requirements specified in paragraphs SAMPLING AND ANALYSIS PLAN, CHEMISTRY DATA PACKAGE, and

CHEMICAL DATA FINAL REPORT.

SECTION 01 35 45.00 10 Page 6

3.9 NOTIFICATION OF NON-COMPLIANCE

The Contracting Officer will notify the Contractor of any detected noncompliance with the foregoing requirements. Take immediate corrective action after receipt of such notice.

-- End of Section --

SECTION 01 35 45.00 10 Page 7

SECTION 02 61 13

EXCAVATION AND HANDLING OF CONTAMINATED MATERIAL

02/10

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

NOT USED.

1.2 REFERENCES

The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to within the text by the basic designation only.

ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)

ASTM D1556 (2007) Density and Unit Weight of Soil in Place by the Sand-Cone Method

ASTM D1557 (2009) Standard Test Methods for Laboratory Compaction Characteristics of Soil Using Modified Effort (56,000 ft-lbf/ft3) (2700 kN-m/m3)

ASTM D2167 (2008) Density and Unit Weight of Soil in Place by the Rubber Balloon Method

ASTM D2487 (2011) Soils for Engineering Purposes (Unified Soil Classification System)

ASTM D422 (1963; R 2007) Particle-Size Analysis of Soils

ASTM D5434 (2009) Field Logging of Subsurface Explorations of Soil and Rock

ASTM D6938 (2010) Standard Test Method for In-Place Density and Water Content of Soil and Soil-Aggregate by Nuclear Methods (Shallow Depth)

ASTM D698 (2007e1) Laboratory Compaction Characteristics of Soil Using Standard Effort (12,400 ft-lbf/cu. ft. (600 kN-m/cu. m.))

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS (USACE)

EM 385-1-1 (2008; Errata 1-2010; Changes 1-3 2010;

Changes 4-6 2011) Safety and Health Requirements Manual

SECTION 02 61 13 Page 1

U.S. NATIONAL ARCHIVES AND RECORDS ADMINISTRATION (NARA)

29 CFR 1926 Safety and Health Regulations for Construction

40 CFR 302 Designation, Reportable Quantities, and Notification

1.3 DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The work consists of excavation and temporary storage of approximately 250 cubic yards of contaminated material. Approximate locations of contaminated material are shown on the drawings. Characterization data on the nature and extent of the contaminated material is shown in the report entitled Underground Storage Tank (UST) Closure/Site Investigation Report Caven Point Marine Terminal, Jersey City, New Jersey. Subsurface conditions are shown in the referenced report. Submit a Work Plan as specified below. Notify the Contracting Officer within 24 hours, and before excavation, if contaminated material is discovered that has not been previously identified or if other discrepancies between data provided and actual field conditions are discovered. Required sampling and chemical analysis shall be conducted in accordance with Section 01 35 45.00 10

CHEMICAL DATA QUALITY CONTROL.

1.3.1 Scheduling

Notify the Contracting Officer 15 calendar days prior to the start of excavation of contaminated material. The Contractor shall be responsible for contacting regulatory agencies in accordance with the applicable reporting requirements.

1.3.2 Work Plan

Submit a Work Plan within 15 calendar days after notice to proceed. No work at the site, with the exception of site inspections and surveys, shall be performed until the Work Plan is approved. Allow 15 calendar days in the schedule for the Government's review. No adjustment for time or money will be made if resubmittals of the Work Plan are required due to deficiencies in the plan. At a minimum, the Work Plan shall include:

a. Schedule of activities.

b. Method of excavation and equipment to be used.

c. Shoring or side-wall slopes proposed.

d. Dewatering plan.

e. Storage methods and locations for liquid and solid contaminated material.

f. Borrow sources and haul routes.

g. Decontamination procedures.

h. Spill contingency plan, address releases both at the staging area and in water at Caven point.

SECTION 02 61 13 Page 2

1.3.3 Other Submittal Requirements

NOT USED

1.4 SUBMITTALS

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

submittals not having a "G" designation are for information only. When used, a designation following the "G" designation identifies the office that will review the submittal for the Government. Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00.00 18 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

SD-03 Product Data

Work Plan; G, RO

SD-06 Test Reports

Confirmation Sampling and Analysis; G, RO Sampling of Stored Material; G, RO Sampling Liquid; G, RO

1.5 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

1.5.1 Permits and Licenses

Obtain required federal, state, and local permits for excavation and storage of contaminated material. Permits shall be obtained at no additional cost to the Government.

1.5.2 Air Emissions

Air emissions shall be monitored and controlled in accordance with Federal, New Jersey and local laws, rules and regulations along with VTUST.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 SPILL RESPONSE MATERIALS

Provide appropriate spill response materials including, but not limited to the following: containers, adsorbents, shovels, and personal protective equipment. Spill response materials shall be available at all times when contaminated materials/wastes are being handled or transported. Spill response materials shall be compatible with the type of materials and contaminants being handled. The plan must address spills and releases at both the staging area and at Caven point site.

2.2 BACKFILL

NOT USED

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 SURVEYS

NOT USED.

SECTION 02 61 13 Page 3

3.2 EXISTING STRUCTURES AND UTILITIES

NOT USED.

3.3 CLEARING

Clearing shall be performed to the limits as required at the Staging Area.

3.4 CONTAMINATED MATERIAL REMOVAL

3.4.1 Excavation

Areas of contamination shall be excavated to the depth and extent shown on the drawings and not more than 0.2 ft beyond the depth and extent shown on the drawings unless directed by the Contracting Officer. Excavation shall be performed in a manner that will limit spills and the potential for contaminated material to be mixed with uncontaminated material. An excavation log describing visible signs of contamination encountered shall be maintained for each area of excavation. Excavation logs shall be prepared in accordance with ASTM D5434.

3.4.2 Shoring

If workers must enter the excavation, it shall be evaluated, shored, sloped or braced as required by EM 385-1-1 and 29 CFR 1926 section 650.

3.4.3 Dewatering

NOT USED

3.5 CONFIRMATION SAMPLING AND ANALYSIS

NOT USED

3.6 CONTAMINATED MATERIAL STORAGE

Material shall be placed in temporary storage immediately after excavation.

The following paragraphs describe acceptable methods of material storage.

Storage units shall be in good condition and constructed of materials that are compatible with the material or liquid to be stored. If multiple storage units are required, each unit shall be clearly labeled with an identification number and a written log shall be kept to track the source of contaminated material in each temporary storage unit.

3.6.1 Stockpiles not permited

Stockpiles shall be constructed to isolate stored contaminated material from the environment. Stockpiles shall be constructed to include:

a. A chemically resistant geomembrane liner free of holes and other damage. Non-reinforced geomembrane liners shall have a minimum thickness of 20 mils. Scrim reinforced geomembrane liners shall have a minimum weight of 40 lbs/1000 square feet. The ground surface on which the geomembrane is to be placed shall be free of rocks greater than 0.5 inches in diameter and any other object which could damage the membrane.

b. Geomembrane cover free of holes or other damage to prevent precipitation from entering the stockpile. Non-reinforced geomembrane

SECTION 02 61 13 Page 4 covers shall have a minimum thickness of 8 mils. Scrim reinforced geomembrane covers shall have a minimum weight of 26 lbs/1000 square feet. The cover material shall be extended over the berms and anchored or ballasted to prevent it from being removed or damaged by wind.

c. Berms surrounding the stockpile, a minimum of 12 inches in height.

Vehicle access points shall also be bermed.

d. The liner system shall be sloped to allow collection of leachate.

Storage and removal of liquid which collects in the stockpile, in accordance with paragraph Liquid Storage.

3.6.2 Roll-Off Units

Roll-off units used to temporarily store contaminated material shall be water tight. A cover shall be placed over the units to prevent precipitation from contacting the stored material. Liquid which collects inside the units shall be removed and stored in accordance with paragraph Liquid Storage.

3.6.3 Liquid Storage

Liquid collected from excavations and stockpiles shall be temporarily stored in tanks. Liquid storage containers shall be water-tigh.

3.7 SAMPLING

3.7.1 Sampling of Stored Material

Samples will be collected in accordance with the requirements of the State of New Jersey, and as appropriate for the Contractor's disposal site.

3.7.2 Sampling Liquid

Samples will be collected in accordance with the requirements of the State of New Jersey, and as appropriate for the Contractor's disposal site.

3.7.3 Sampling Beneath Storage Units

Samples from beneath each storage unit shall be collected prior to construction of and after removal of the storage unit. Samples shall be collected in accordance with the requirments of the State of New Jersey Based on test results, soil which has become contaminated above action levels shall be removed at no additional cost to the Government.

Contaminated material which is removed from beneath the storage unit shall be handled in accordance with paragraph Sampling of Stored Material. As directed by the Contracting Officer and at no additional cost to the Government, additional sampling and testing shall be performed to verify areas of contamination found beneath stockpiles have been cleaned up to below action levels.

3.8 SPILLS

In the event of a spill or release of a hazardous substance (as designated in 40 CFR 302), pollutant, contaminant, or oil (as governed by the Oil Pollution Act (OPA), 33 U.S.C. 2701 et seq.), notify the Contracting Officer immediately. If the spill exceeds the reporting threshold, follow the pre-established procedures as described in the Spill Contingency Plan for immediate reporting and containment. Immediate containment actions

SECTION 02 61 13 Page 5 shall be taken to minimize the effect of any spill or leak. Cleanup shall be in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations. As directed by the Contracting Officer, additional sampling and testing shall be performed to verify spills have been cleaned up. Spill cleanup and testing shall be done at no additional cost to the Government.

3.9 BACKFILLING

NOT USED

3.10 DISPOSAL REQUIREMENTS

Offsite disposal of contaminated material shall be in accordance with Section 02 81 00 TRANSPORTATION AND DISPOSAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS.

3.11 CLOSURE REPORT

NOT USED

SECTION 02 61 13 Page 6

SECTION 02 61 13

EXCAVATION AND HANDLING OF CONTAMINATED MATERIAL

02/10

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

NOT USED.

1.2 REFERENCES

The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to within the text by the basic designation only.

ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)

ASTM D1556 (2007) Density and Unit Weight of Soil in Place by the Sand-Cone Method

ASTM D1557 (2009) Standard Test Methods for Laboratory Compaction Characteristics of Soil Using Modified Effort (56,000 ft-lbf/ft3) (2700 kN-m/m3)

ASTM D2167 (2008) Density and Unit Weight of Soil in Place by the Rubber Balloon Method

ASTM D2487 (2011) Soils for Engineering Purposes (Unified Soil Classification System)

ASTM D422 (1963; R 2007) Particle-Size Analysis of Soils

ASTM D5434 (2009) Field Logging of Subsurface Explorations of Soil and Rock

ASTM D6938 (2010) Standard Test Method for In-Place Density and Water Content of Soil and Soil-Aggregate by Nuclear Methods (Shallow Depth)

ASTM D698 (2007e1) Laboratory Compaction Characteristics of Soil Using Standard Effort (12,400 ft-lbf/cu. ft. (600 kN-m/cu. m.))

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS (USACE)

EM 385-1-1 (2008; Errata 1-2010; Changes 1-3 2010;

Changes 4-6 2011) Safety and Health

SECTION 02 61 13 Page 1

U.S. NATIONAL ARCHIVES AND RECORDS ADMINISTRATION (NARA)

29 CFR 1926 Safety and Health Regulations for Construction

40 CFR 302 Designation, Reportable Quantities, and Notification

1.3 DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The work consists of excavation and temporary storage of approximately 150 cubic yards of contaminated material. Approximate locations of contaminated material are shown on the drawings. Characterization data on the nature and extent of the contaminated material is shown in the report entitled Underground Storage Tank (UST) Closure/Site Investigation Report Caven Point Marine Terminal, Jersey City, New Jersey. Subsurface conditions are shown in the referenced report. Submit a Work Plan as specified below. Notify the Contracting Officer within 24 hours, and before excavation, if contaminated material is discovered that has not been previously identified or if other discrepancies between data provided and actual field conditions are discovered. Required sampling and chemical analysis shall be conducted in accordance with Section 01 35 45.00 10

CHEMICAL DATA QUALITY CONTROL.

1.3.1 Scheduling

Notify the Contracting Officer 15 calendar days prior to the start of excavation of contaminated material. The Contractor shall be responsible for contacting regulatory agencies in accordance with the applicable reporting requirements.

1.3.2 Work Plan

Submit a Work Plan within 15 calendar days after notice to proceed. No work at the site, with the exception of site inspections and surveys, shall be performed until the Work Plan is approved. Allow 15 calendar days in the schedule for the Government's review. No adjustment for time or money will be made if resubmittals of the Work Plan are required due to deficiencies in the plan. At a minimum, the Work Plan shall include:

a. Schedule of activities.

b. Method of excavation and equipment to be used.

c. Shoring or side-wall slopes proposed.

d. Dewatering plan.

e. Storage methods and locations for liquid and solid contaminated material.

f. Borrow sources and haul routes.

g. Decontamination procedures.

h. Spill contingency plan, address releases both at the staging area and in water at Caven point.

SECTION 02 61 13 Page 2

1.3.3 Other Submittal Requirements

NOT USED

1.4 SUBMITTALS

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

submittals not having a "G" designation are for information only. When used, a designation following the "G" designation identifies the office that will review the submittal for the Government. Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00.00 18 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

SD-03 Product Data

Work Plan; G, RO

SD-06 Test Reports

Confirmation Sampling and Analysis; G, RO Sampling of Stored Material; G, RO Sampling Liquid; G, RO

1.5 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

1.5.1 Permits and Licenses

Obtain required federal, state, and local permits for excavation and storage of contaminated material. Permits shall be obtained at no additional cost to the Government.

1.5.2 Air Emissions

Air emissions shall be monitored and controlled in accordance with Federal, New Jersey and local laws, rules and regulations along with VTUST.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 SPILL RESPONSE MATERIALS

Provide appropriate spill response materials including, but not limited to the following: containers, adsorbents, shovels, and personal protective equipment. Spill response materials shall be available at all times when contaminated materials/wastes are being handled or transported. Spill response materials shall be compatible with the type of materials and contaminants being handled. The plan must address spills and releases at both the staging area and at Caven point site.

2.2 BACKFILL

NOT USED

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 SURVEYS

NOT USED.

SECTION 02 61 13 Page 3

3.2 EXISTING STRUCTURES AND UTILITIES

NOT USED.

3.3 CLEARING

Clearing shall be performed to the limits as required at the Staging Area.

3.4 CONTAMINATED MATERIAL REMOVAL

3.4.1 Excavation

Areas of contamination shall be excavated to the depth and extent shown on the drawings and not more than 0.2 ft beyond the depth and extent shown on the drawings unless directed by the Contracting Officer. Excavation shall be performed in a manner that will limit spills and the potential for contaminated material to be mixed with uncontaminated material. An excavation log describing visible signs of contamination encountered shall be maintained for each area of excavation. Excavation logs shall be prepared in accordance with ASTM D5434.

3.4.2 Shoring

If workers must enter the excavation, it shall be evaluated, shored, sloped or braced as required by EM 385-1-1 and 29 CFR 1926 section 650.

3.4.3 Dewatering

NOT USED

3.5 CONFIRMATION SAMPLING AND ANALYSIS

NOT USED

3.6 CONTAMINATED MATERIAL STORAGE

Material shall be placed in temporary storage immediately after excavation.

The following paragraphs describe acceptable methods of material storage.

Storage units shall be in good condition and constructed of materials that are compatible with the material or liquid to be stored. If multiple storage units are required, each unit shall be clearly labeled with an identification number and a written log shall be kept to track the source of contaminated material in each temporary storage unit.

3.6.1 Stockpiles not permited

Stockpiles shall be constructed to isolate stored contaminated material from the environment. Stockpiles shall be constructed to include:

a. A chemically resistant geomembrane liner free of holes and other damage. Non-reinforced geomembrane liners shall have a minimum thickness of 20 mils. Scrim reinforced geomembrane liners shall have a minimum weight of 40 lbs/1000 square feet. The ground surface on which the geomembrane is to be placed shall be free of rocks greater than 0.5 inches in diameter and any other object which could damage the membrane.

b. Geomembrane cover free of holes or other damage to prevent precipitation from entering the stockpile. Non-reinforced geomembrane

SECTION 02 61 13 Page 4 covers shall have a minimum thickness of 8 mils. Scrim reinforced geomembrane covers shall have a minimum weight of 26 lbs/1000 square feet. The cover material shall be extended over the berms and anchored or ballasted to prevent it from being removed or damaged by wind.

c. Berms surrounding the stockpile, a minimum of 12 inches in height.

Vehicle access points shall also be bermed.

d. The liner system shall be sloped to allow collection of leachate.

Storage and removal of liquid which collects in the stockpile, in accordance with paragraph Liquid Storage.

3.6.2 Roll-Off Units

Roll-off units used to temporarily store contaminated material shall be water tight. A cover shall be placed over the units to prevent precipitation from contacting the stored material. Liquid which collects inside the units shall be removed and stored in accordance with paragraph Liquid Storage.

3.6.3 Liquid Storage

Liquid collected from excavations and stockpiles shall be temporarily stored in tanks. Liquid storage containers shall be water-tigh.

3.7 SAMPLING

3.7.1 Sampling of Stored Material

Samples will be collected in accordance with the requirements of the State of New Jersey, and as appropriate for the Contractor's disposal site.

3.7.2 Sampling Liquid

Samples will be collected in accordance with the requirements of the State of New Jersey, and as appropriate for the Contractor's disposal site.

3.7.3 Sampling Beneath Storage Units

Samples from beneath each storage unit shall be collected prior to construction of and after removal of the storage unit. Samples shall be collected in accordance with the requirments of the State of New Jersey Based on test results, soil which has become contaminated above action levels shall be removed at no additional cost to the Government.

Contaminated material which is removed from beneath the storage unit shall be handled in accordance with paragraph Sampling of Stored Material. As directed by the Contracting Officer and at no additional cost to the Government, additional sampling and testing shall be performed to verify areas of contamination found beneath stockpiles have been cleaned up to below action levels.

3.8 SPILLS

In the event of a spill or release of a hazardous substance (as designated in 40 CFR 302), pollutant, contaminant, or oil (as governed by the Oil Pollution Act (OPA), 33 U.S.C. 2701 et seq.), notify the Contracting Officer immediately. If the spill exceeds the reporting threshold, follow the pre-established procedures as described in the Spill Contingency Plan for immediate reporting and containment. Immediate containment actions

SECTION 02 61 13 Page 5 shall be taken to minimize the effect of any spill or leak. Cleanup shall be in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations. As directed by the Contracting Officer, additional sampling and testing shall be performed to verify spills have been cleaned up. Spill cleanup and testing shall be done at no additional cost to the Government.

3.9 BACKFILLING

NOT USED

3.10 DISPOSAL REQUIREMENTS

Offsite disposal of contaminated material shall be in accordance with Section 02 81 00 TRANSPORTATION AND DISPOSAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS.

3.11 CLOSURE REPORT

NOT USED

SECTION 02 61 13 Page 6

SECTION 02 65 00

PETROLEUM SOIL REMOVAL

02/10

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 UNIT PRICES

Compensation for removal of contaminated soil and pumpable liquids will be paid as a unit cost. This unit cost includes testing, excavation, stockpiling, transportation and disposal of the contaminated soil.

Assume, for bidding purposes, that soil concrete slabs, and water encountered during the removalare contaminated with petroleum to be handled as specified herein. Wash bituminous pavement and concrete slabs and dispose of as demolition debris. Collect and store wash water. Disposal of contaminated water will be paid for at the contract unit price withe the excavation above.

1.2 REFERENCES

The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to within the text by the basic designation only.

AMERICAN PETROLEUM INSTITUTE (API)

API PUBL 1628 (1996) A Guide to the Assessment and Remediation of Underground Petroleum Releases

API RP 1604 (1996; R 2001) Closure of Underground Petroleum Storage Tanks

API RP 2003 (2008; 7th Ed) Protection Against Ignitions Arising out of Static, Lightning, and Stray Currents

API RP 2219 (2005) Safe Operation of Vacuum Trucks in Petroleum Service

API Std 2015 (2001; R 2006) Safe Entry and Cleaning of Petroleum Storage Tanks

API STD 2217A (2009) Guidelines for Safe Work in Inert Confined Spaces in the Petroleum and Petrochemical Industries

ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)

ASTM D1556 (2007) Density and Unit Weight of Soil in Place by the Sand-Cone Method

SECTION 02 65 00 Page 1

ASTM D2167 (2008) Density and Unit Weight of Soil in Place by the Rubber Balloon Method

ASTM D2487 (2011) Soils for Engineering Purposes (Unified Soil Classification System)

ASTM D4397 (2010) Standard Specification for Polyethylene Sheeting for Construction, Industrial, and Agricultural Applications

ASTM D6938 (2010) Standard Test Method for In-Place Density and Water Content of Soil and Soil-Aggregate by Nuclear Methods (Shallow Depth)

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS (USACE)

EM 200-1-1 (1994) Environmental Quality -- Validation of Analytical Chemistry Laboratories

EM 200-1-3 (2001) Engineering and Design -- Requirements for the Preparation of Sampling and Analysis Plans

EM 200-1-6 (1997) Environmental Quality -- Chemical Quality Assurance for HTRW Projects

EM 200-1-7 (2001) Environmental Quality - Performance Evaluation (PE) Program

EM 385-1-1 (2008; Errata 1-2010; Changes 1-3 2010;

Changes 4-6 2011) Safety and Health Requirements Manual

U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)

EPA 530-R-97-007 (1997) Best Management Practices (BMPs) for Soils Treatment Technologies;, Suggested Operational Guidelines to Prevent Cross-Media Transfer of Contaminants During Cleanup Activities

EPA 600/4-79/020 (1983) Methods for Chemical Analysis of Water and Wastes

EPA SW-846 (Third Edition; Update IV) Test Methods for Evaluating Solid Waste:

Physical/Chemical Methods

U.S. NATIONAL ARCHIVES AND RECORDS ADMINISTRATION (NARA)

29 CFR 1910 Occupational Safety and Health Standards

40 CFR 261 Identification and Listing of Hazardous Waste

40 CFR 262 Standards Applicable to Generators of

SECTION 02 65 00 Page 2

Hazardous Waste

40 CFR 264 Standards for Owners and Operators of Hazardous Waste Treatment, Storage, and Disposal Facilities

40 CFR 265 Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of Hazardous Waste Treatment, Storage, and Disposal Facilities

40 CFR 266 Standards for the Management of Specific Hazardous Wastes and Specific Types of Hazardous Waste Management Facilities

40 CFR 268 Land Disposal Restrictions

40 CFR 279 Standards for the Management of Used Oil

40 CFR 280 Technical Standards and Corrective Action Requirements for Owners and Operators of Underground Storage Tanks (UST)

1.3 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

The work consists of removal, decontamination and disposal of contaminated soil , including but not limited to dewatering (if approved), disposal of contaminated soil, laboratory testing, and providing reports which are required by regulatory agencies. The contaminated soil are at the location of the sit work. Verify the actual conditions prior to submitting a bid.

The site is not a hazardous waste site, but due due to the nature of the materials and hazards present, use specified procedures until closure activities are complete.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

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

submittals not having a "G" designation are for information only. When used, a designation following the "G" designation identifies the office that will review the submittal for the Government. Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00.00 18 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals

Work Plan; G, RO Site safety and health plan; G, RO Excavation and material handling plan; G, RO Field sampling and laboratory testing plan; G, RO Spill and discharge control plan; G, RO Qualifications; G, RO Laboratory Services; G, RO State licensed hazardous waste transporter; G, RO

SD-06 Test Reports

Laboratory and field testing reports; G, RO Contaminated Water Disposal; G, RO.

Soil Examination, Testing, and Analysis; G, RO.

SD-11 Closeout Submittals

SECTION 02 65 00 Page 3

Contaminated soil disposal paperwork; G, RO Contaminated water disposal paperwork; G, RO

Starting and ending dates of reporting period; G, RO

Cumulative quantities of soil excavated; G, RO

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

1.5.1 Qualifications

Substantiate a minimum of 2 years of demolition, contaminated soil handling experience, including subcontractors and personnel employed on the project, and certification by the State of New Jersey Experience shall include removal, transportation, and disposal of petroleum (diesel) contaminated soil, in conformance with the following:

a. API RP 1604

b. 40 CFR 280, State and local regulations and procedures.

c. Applicable safety rules and regulations.

d. not used

e. Handling and disposal of types of wastes encountered in underground tank

f. Excavation, testing, and disposal of petroleum contaminated soils, liquids, and sludge.

g. Project titles, dates performed, owner's names, points of contact for each project with current contact phone numbers.

1.5.2 Laboratory Services

Submit documentation for laboratory services in accordance with local regulatory requirements.

1.5.3 Support Staff

Identify all staff involved for the various components, including personnel collecting and shipping samples, and detail staff member's qualifications.

1.5.4 Preconstruction Conference and Work Plan

Prior to the commencement of work, a preconstruction conference will be scheduled by the Contracting Officer. Prepare and submit a comprehensive Work Plan within 15 days of contract award. The work plan shall conform to the requirements of this specification, API RP 1604, API Std 2015, API RP 2003, API STD 2217A and API RP 2219. Allow 15 days in the schedule for the Government's review and approval. No adjustment for time or money will be made for re-submittals required as a result of noncompliance. No work at the site is allowed, with the exception of site inspections and mobilization, until the Work Plan is approved. As a minimum, include the following in the Work Plan:

SECTION 02 65 00 Page 4

1.5.4.1 Site Safety and Health Plan

Furnish detailed safety, health, and accident prevention provisions and develop a Site Safety and Health Plan (SSHP). Incorporate the requirements of 29 CFR 1910 and EM 385-1-1 into the SSHP. Include current training certification statement for personnel prior to entry into the work site.

Do not commence work until the SSHP is approved by the Contracting Officer. As a minimum, include the following:

a. Health and safety organization, including discussion of distribution of functions and responsibilities.

b. Organization and components of the SSHP.

c. Physical and chemical site hazard identification.

d. Basic toxicology and toxicity information.

e. Discussion of the EZ and CRZ.

f. Protective clothing.

g. Respiratory protection.

h. Air quality monitoring.

i. Personnel exposure guidelines.

j. Decontamination procedures.

k. Basic first aid review.

l. Emergency response and contingency plan.

m. Site entry and exit procedures.

n. Sampling procedures.

1.5.4.2 Excavation and Material Handling Plan

Describe methods, means, equipment, sequence of operations and schedule to be employed in excavation, transport, handling, borrowing source and stockpiling of soil during demolition. Include shoring requirements. 5 days before beginning, submit to the Contracting Officer, for approval, a material handling plan that describes phases of dealing with the contaminated soil and water as it relates to the proposed fill, including methods of excavating, a material handling plan for the contaminated material, soil testing requirements, and water pumping and collection requirements.

1.5.4.3 Field Sampling and Laboratory Testing Plan

Submit a detailed Sampling and Analysis Plan local regulatory requirements

Describe field sampling methods and quality control procedures. Identify laboratory and laboratory methods to be used for contamination testing.

Include sample reports showing sample identification for location, date, time, sample method, contamination level, name of individual sampler, identification of laboratory, and quality control procedures.

SECTION 02 65 00 Page 5

1.5.4.4 Fill and Disposal Plan

Describe methods, means, sequence of operations, and schedule to be employed in the testing, pumping, cleaning, inspecting, and removal, and disposal soil. Include methods to be employed for product, sludge, vapor, and pumpable liquid removal; and storage methods proposed for control of surface water. Also address the following:

a. Treatment Options

b. Identification of waste, contaminated soil transporters and means of transport.

c. Disposal and alternate facilities, disposal or remediation.

d. Decontamination procedures and coordination with SSHP.

1.5.4.5 Spill and Discharge Control Plan

Develop a comprehensive spill and discharge control plan. Consider and provide contingency measures for potential spills and discharges from handling and transportation of contaminated soils and water. A possible source of guidance for assessment and remediation is API PUBL 1628.

1.5.4.6 Site Safety And Health Officer

Identify an individual to serve as the Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) to report problems and concerns regarding health and safety to the Contracting Officer. Provide documentation that the SSHO possesses working knowledge of local and Federal occupational safety and health regulations, and provide training, in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 to Contractor employees in air monitoring practices and techniques. The SSHO shall remain onsite to provide day to day industrial hygiene support, including air monitoring, training, and daily site safety inspections. The SSHO may be assigned other duties, such as project foreman or quality control manager.

1.5.5 Permits and Licenses

As required or as directed by the Contracting Officer, obtain local, state, or federal permits and licenses that directly impact the Contractor's ability to perform the work prior to commencing removal operations.

1.5.6 Statutes and Regulations

Perform removal, and disposal in accordance with 40 CFR 280, 40 CFR 262, 40 CFR 264, and 40 CFR 265 as well as the applicable local, State of New Jersey, and Federal regulations. Transport hazardous material in accordance with Section 02 81 00 TRANSPORTATION AND DISPOSAL OF HAZARDOUS

MATERIALS.

1.6 PROJECT/SITE CONDITIONS

NOT USED.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 BACKFILL MATERIAL

NOT USED

SECTION 02 65 00 Page 6

2.2 PLASTIC SHEETING

Provide plastic sheeting conforming to ASTM D4397.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Furnish labor, materials, necessary permits, laboratory tests, and reports and equipment to remove and dispose of products remaining in the site;

clean and vapor free; excavate fill from the site to within 1 ft of the surrounding bottom or up to 150 cy; sample soil and water to determine if contaminated; dispose of petroleum contaminated soil and water.

3.1.1 Safety Guidelines

Comply with personnel safety guidelines specified in Section 01 35 26 GOVERNMENT SAFETY REQUIREMENTS, and conform to the guidelines as stipulated in the approved SSHP.

3.1.2 Work Zone

Comply with Federal, New Jersey and local rules and regulations.

3.1.3 Onsite Training

Prior to starting onsite work, conduct a health and safety training class directed by the SSHO to discuss the implementation of the SSHP. Notify the Contracting Officer 24 hours prior to beginning the training class.

3.1.4 Personnel Protection

Furnish appropriate personal safety equipment and protective clothing to personnel and ensure that safety equipment and protective clothing is kept clean and well maintained. Furnish three clean sets of personal protective equipment and clothing for use by the Contracting Officer or official visitors as required for entry into the Work Zone.

3.1.5 Respiratory Protection Program

Fully employ respiratory protection program, addressing respirator usage and training, in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 and EM 385-1-1.

3.1.6 Decontamination

As required, decontaminate or properly dispose of personal protective equipment and clothing worn in contaminated areas at the end of the work day. The SSHO is responsible for ensuring that personal protective clothing and equipment are decontaminated before being reissued.

3.1.7 Emergency Response and First Aid Equipment

a. Prior to commencement of work, thoroughly review emergency response and contingency plan in accordance with 29 CFR 1910. In an emergency, take action to remove or minimize the cause of the emergency, alert the Contracting Officer, and institute necessary measures to prevent repetition of the emergency. Equip site-support vehicles with route maps providing directions to the medical treatment facility.

SECTION 02 65 00 Page 7

b. Provide appropriate emergency first aid equipment for treatment of exposure to site physical and chemical hazards. Provide and post a list of emergency phone numbers and points of contact for fire, hospital, police, ambulance, and other necessary contacts. Provide and post a route map detailing the directions to the nearest medical facility.

c. Notify the Contracting Officer of any unforeseen hazard or condition which becomes evident during work.

3.1.8 Burning and Explosives

Use of explosives or burning debris is not allowed. Do not permit ignition sources in the Work Zone.

3.1.9 Protection of Existing Structures and Utilities

Take all necessary precautions to avoid damage to existing structures or their appurtenances that may be affected by work activities. Repair any damage resulting from the Contractor's operations at no expense to the Government.