Confined Space Assessment - Beltsville MD

Page 1 of 4 United States Department of Agriculture Attachment 1 Performance Work Statement and QASP Confined Space Assessment BARC, Beltsville MD GENERAL INFORMATION 1. Background: BARC contains numerous confined spaces across its 6,400 acre research campus, including utility tunnels, wastewater systems, tanks, silos, pits, and agricultural structures. Many of these spaces present atmospheric, engulfment, mechanical, and structural hazards. To maintain a compliant and effective confined space program, ARS requires an external assessment of its confined space inventory, equipment, and staff training. 2. Scope of Work: 2.1. The Prime Contractor shall provide all personnel, transportation, and supervision necessary to provide a one-time, comprehensive evaluation of all confined spaces to ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA, and USDA requirements. 2.2. The contractor shall perform all work described in this Performance Work Statement in accordance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes. 2.3. This is a performance-based requirement, the contractor shall perform to the requirements and standards as established by this PWS. The labor mix of employees to perform this contract remains the discretion of the Contractor for all services. 2.4. All in scope requirements are Firm Fixed Price. This is not a Time and Materials requirement. 3. Service performance is on site at a USDA Facility, 10300 BALTIMORE AVENUE BLDG 003, RM 121, BARC-WEST, BELTSVILLE MD 20705 4. Period of Performance: 364 calendar days/one year. 5. Invoicing and Payment: 5.1. The "Submit Invoice-to" address for USDA orders is the Department of Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform (IPP). 5.2. All invoices shall be submitted via the electronic Invoice Processing Platform. This is a mandatory requirement initiated by the U.S. Department of Treasury. More information is available at https://www.ipp.gov. The Department of Treasury is the point of contact for all IPP Collector account inquiries. 5.3. Payment is in arrears pursuant to the clause at FAR 52.212-4. Note FAR 52.212-4 (i)(1) Items accepted. Payment shall be made for items accepted by the Government that have been delivered to the delivery destinations set forth in this contract. 5.4. Payment will not be made for service in advance of delivery. 5.5. The invoice cycle shall be no less than monthly. 5.6. Advance invoice approval is not required, as required approval tiers exist in IPP. 6. Definitions: 6.1. CLIN – Contract Line Item, numbered. Established in the solicitation schedule, will start with “0001.” -- 1 of 4 -- 2 6.2. Contracting Officer’s Representative – USDA Employee Location representative appointed by the Contracting Officer to monitor, evaluate, and communicate to the CO the Contractor’s performance in complying with contract requirements in an efficient and timely manner. 6.3. Calendar Days - Every single day on the calendar (12 AM to 11:59 PM), including weekends, holidays, and non-working days. 6.4. ‘Business Days’ – Standard business days 8AM to 5PM Eastern with holiday exceptions as noted: Listed below are official Government holidays: New Year’s Day January 1* Martin L. King Birthday Third Monday in January President's Day Third Monday in February Memorial Day Last Monday in May Juneteenth As Indicated Independence Day July 4* Labor Day First Monday in September Columbus Day Second Monday in October Veterans Day November 11* Thanksgiving Day Fourth Thursday in November Christmas Day December 25* Or when the USDA-ARS facility is closed due to local or national emergencies, administrative closings, or similar government-directed facility closings *In accordance with Federal regulations, if these holidays fall on a Saturday, the holiday will be observed on Friday, if Sunday, holiday will be observed on Monday. CONTRACTOR PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS 7. Technical Requirements/Tasks 7.1. Scheduling 7.1.1. The contractor shall provide a date and time based schedule for the tasks identified in sections 7.2 through 7.5 to the COR within 15 days of contract award. 7.1.2. The contractor shall provide the deliverables identified in section 7.6 no later than 45 calendar days prior to the end date of the period of performance. 7.2. Confined Space Identification and Inventory: 7.2.1. Conduct a full survey of BARC Facilities Unit to identify all confined spaces. 7.2.2. Classify each space as permit-required or non-permit. 7.2.3. Document hazards, configurations, access points, and environmental conditions. 7.3. Equipment Inspection: 7.3.1. Inspect all confined space entry and rescue equipment used by BARC personnel, including: 7.3.1.1. Atmospheric monitors. 7.3.1.2. Ventilation equipment. 7.3.1.3. Retrieval systems. 7.3.1.4. PPE and communication devices. 7.3.2. Verify compliance with OSHA and NFPA standards. 7.3.3. Document deficiencies, calibration issues, and replacement needs. 7.4. Personnel Qualifications and Training Review: -- 2 of 4 -- 3 7.4.1. Review the qualifications, certifications, and training records of all BARC staff who perform confined space entry, attendant, or supervisor duties. 7.4.2. Evaluate compliance with OSHA 1910.146 and USDA/ARS training requirements. 7.4.3. Identify gaps in training, expired certifications, or missing competencies. 7.5. Program Evaluation: 7.5.1. Review existing confined space entry permits, procedures, and documentation. 7.5.2. Assess the effectiveness of hazard assessments, atmospheric testing, and entry controls. 7.5.3. Evaluate rescue planning and emergency preparedness. 7.6. Reporting: 7.6.1. Confined Space Inventory Report: 7.6.1.1. Complete list of all confined spaces identified at BARC. 7.6.1.2. Permit vs. non-permit classification. 7.6.1.3. Hazard profiles and entry considerations. 7.6.2. Equipment Inspection Report: 7.6.2.1. Condition assessment of all confined space entry and rescue equipment. 7.6.2.2. Compliance status. 7.6.2.3. Required repairs, replacements, or upgrades. 7.6.3. Pe…