Dugway Proving Ground Environmental Support / Central Hazardous Waste Services - RFP Amendment 0001

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This document outlines the requirements for Environmental Support Services at US Army Dugway Proving Ground (DPG), UT. The primary objective is to ensure the highest quality services for the management of hazardous and non-regulated waste streams, ensuring full compliance with DPG's RCRA Part B Permit, Title V Permit, and all applicable Federal, State, and Army regulations. It also aims to execute necessary monitoring, sampling, analysis, and reporting for Groundwater, Underground Storage Tanks (USTs), and TSCA-regulated materials to maintain DPG's compliance.

The scope of work includes:

• Hazardous and Non-Regulated Waste Management
• Pick-up and Transportation of Waste and Materials
• Sampling Procedures, Laboratory, and Analytical Methods
• Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) Management
• Container Management
• Management of 90-day Storage Sites and Satellite Accumulation Points (SAPs)
• Solid Waste and Hazardous Waste Management Unit (SWMU/HWMU) operations
• Central Hazardous Waste Storage Facility (CHWSF) and Related Equipment Inspections
• RCRA Assistance Inspections
• Dugway Thermal Treatment Facility (DTTF) Inspections
• Manifest Generation and Management
• Transportation and Disposal of Waste and Materials Off-Site
• Formal and Informal Training of Generators
• Used Oil Management
• RCRA Technical Management
• CAA Technical Management
• Universal Waste Management
• Groundwater Monitoring, Sampling, Data Validation, and Reporting
• Underground Storage Tank (UST) Management
• Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Compliance Support

The period of performance includes a 30-day phase-in period, an 11-month base period, and four (4), 12-month option periods.

• Quality Control (QC): Contractor must establish and maintain an effective QC system, including a Quality Control Plan (CQCP).
• Quality Assurance (QA): Government will evaluate contractor performance, potentially developing a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP).
• Federal Holidays: Services are not required on specified Federal holidays.
• Hours of Operation: Normal workdays are Monday through Thursday, 0700-1730, with on-call support required outside these hours.
• Place of Performance: Work to be performed at DPG.
• Type of Contract: Fixed-price contract.
• Security Requirements: Includes physical security, key control, lock combinations, Anti-Terrorism (AT) and Operations Security (OPSEC) training, Information Assurance (IA) training, and personnel security.
• Contractor Personnel Conduct: Must comply with all local policies and procedures, and maintain a professional appearance.
• Government/Contractor Relationship: Services are non-personal; no employer-employee relationship exists.
• Contractor Travel: Anticipated for thermal disposal witnessing at off-site facilities.
• Data Rights: Government has unlimited rights to all documents/material produced.
• Safety: Contractor must propose a Safety and Health Plan and determine the need for an Accident Prevention Plan (APP). Contractor is responsible for employee safety and health.
• Insurance: Legally required insurance, Comprehensive General Liability, and Automobile Liability are required.
• Project Management and Coordination: Contractor is responsible for integrating and coordinating all activities.
• Deliverables: Various reports, plans, and certificates are required throughout the contract period.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This document outlines the training requirements for hazardous waste generators and designated personnel, including DPG personnel, tenant personnel, and contractor personnel as required by DPG's Permit.

Formal Training:

• The contractor will provide formal training courses. Historically included courses are:
  • 40 Hour HAZWOPER (2-4X annually, classroom for 25-30 individuals)
  • 8 Hour HAZWOPER Refresher (4-6X annually, classroom for 100-110 individuals)
  • 8 Hour HAZWOPER Supervisor (1-2X annually, classroom for 10-15 individuals)
  • DOT (1-2X annually, classroom for 15-20 individuals)
  • RCRA CHWSF and Contingency Plan (1-2X annually, classroom and online for 15-20 individuals)
  • RCRA Igloo G and Contingency Plan (1-2X annually, classroom and online for 45-50 individuals)
  • RCRA DTTF and Contingency Plan (1-2X annually, classroom and online for 15-20 individuals)
  • RCRA QA Program Plan (1-2X annually, classroom and online for 75-80 individuals)
  • RCRA SAP Generator (5X annually, on-site for 80-100 individuals)
  • RCRA CCTF Generator (4X annually, classroom for 80-100 individuals)

Informal Training:

• The contractor will conduct informal training as necessary at the worksite(s) or other locations.
• This training is for updating and guidance to hazardous waste generators to educate in correct procedures, improve current procedures, and meet compliance requirements.
• This is anticipated to require contractor man-hours only and on an infrequent basis.

Training will be provided throughout DPG. Specific locations for informal training may vary.

Training attendees include specified DPG personnel, tenant personnel, and contractor personnel as required by DPG's Permit.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a price proposal spreadsheet (.xlsx) for the opportunity. It outlines the CLIN structure and provides fields for unit prices and total prices for various services and optional events.

• Table 1: CORE SERVICES (SUSTAINMENT & REPORTING): Details CLINs for Phase-In Period, Environmental Support Sustainment, and Service Contract Reporting (SCR) across a base period and four option periods, including a 6-Month Extension of Services (FAR 52.217-8).
• Table 2: OPTIONAL EVENT (GROUNDWATER MONITORING): Details CLINs for Groundwater Monitoring Events across the base period and four option periods.
• Table 3: TOTAL EVALUATED PRICE (TEP) SUMMARY: Intended to summarize the Total Evaluated Price by summing the Core Services Subtotal and the Optional Event Evaluation Price.

Bidders must use this spreadsheet to input their proposed pricing for all CLINs, including the base and option periods. The values entered in this sheet will form the basis of the Total Evaluated Price and are critical for proposal submission and evaluation. Note that all unit prices and total prices are currently listed as 0.0, and the Total Evaluated Price calculation results in an error (#DIV/0!), indicating that specific pricing data needs to be filled in by the bidder.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ) intended to gather feedback on a contractor's performance for a specific contract. It is designed to be completed by a customer or agency that has received services from the contractor.

Section 1: Contract Identification

• Contractor Name, Cage Code, Contract Number, Contract Type
• Competitiveness (Yes/No)
• Period of Performance
• Initial and Current/Final Contract Cost
• Reasons for cost differences
• Description of services provided

Section 2: Customer or Agency Identification

• Customer/Agency Name and Description
• Geographic scope of services

Section 3: Evaluator Identification

• Evaluator's Name, Title, Contact Information
• Duration of evaluator's work on the contract

Section 4: Evaluation

• Performance ratings (Satisfactory, Marginal, Unsatisfactory, Not Applicable) for various aspects including:
  • Technical Performance (Quality, Testing, Data, QC, Hardware/Software Practices, Safety)
  • Program Management (Effectiveness, Cooperation, Problem Resolution, Objectives, Emergencies, Subcontracting, Material Management, Acquisition Management, Innovation, Responsiveness)
  • Transition/Phase-in (Resource/Personnel Transition, Mission Continuity)
  • Employee Retention/Attraction (Hiring, Retention, Compensation)
  • Small and Small Disadvantaged Business Participation
  • Cost Performance (Forecasting, Meeting Costs, Alerting Government, Reporting)
• Space for detailed explanations of Marginal or Unsatisfactory ratings.
• Questions regarding contract termination.

Section 5: Narrative Summary

• Open-ended questions for overall assessment, reservations about future solicitations, and additional comments.

Bidders should be aware that this questionnaire is used to evaluate past performance, which is often a significant factor in contract awards. Understanding the types of questions asked can help contractors prepare for future past performance evaluations and ensure they are meeting customer expectations. The completed questionnaire provides critical feedback on a contractor's ability to meet technical, management, and cost requirements. The contact information for submission is provided for the evaluator.

Other / Unclassified

This document provides information for contractors working at U.S. Army Dugway Proving Ground (DPG). It covers:

• Foreign Visitors/Employees: Procedures for bringing non-U.S. citizens onto the installation, including required pre-arrival information and badge preparation.
• Security Badges and Protective Masks: Contractor responsibility for obtaining and returning security badges and protective masks for their employees and subcontractors. A list of employees requiring these items must be provided.
• Safety and Accident Prevention: Requirements for contractors to adhere to DPG safety rules and take precautions to prevent accidents. Violations may lead to contract termination.
• Location: DPG is located remotely, approximately 90 miles southwest of Salt Lake City, Utah, with some work sites requiring travel up to 150 miles.
• Contractor Access: Access requires voluntary submission of personal data for background checks. Adverse information may result in denial of access. Delays due to background checks are not grounds for claims.
• Cellular Service: Service is extremely limited; AT&T is the only reliable carrier. Contractors must ensure their personnel have adequate communication means.
• Normal Work Hours: DPG operates on a four-day work week (Monday-Thursday, 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM local time), excluding Federal Holidays. Deliveries are accepted between 7:00 AM and 4:30 PM on workdays.
• OSHA Standards: Contractors must comply with OSHA standards, particularly concerning hazardous materials. This includes participation in DPG's hazardous materials management program (EESOH-MIS), tracking materials, barcoding, providing Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and completing required training.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the operational environment, access requirements, safety protocols, and administrative procedures at DPG. It highlights potential logistical challenges (remote location, limited cellular service) and specific compliance obligations (security, safety, hazardous materials management) that will impact contract performance and proposal planning.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an attachment for providing Past Performance References. Offerors must use this form to document their relevant past performance on contracts similar in nature, size, and complexity to the services being procured under this solicitation.

• Recency: Efforts must have been performed within the last three (3) years from the solicitation's issuance date.
• Relevancy: Offerors must detail how the past contracts are relevant to the proposed effort, specifically addressing aspects like work under state-issued environmental permits, large-scale groundwater monitoring, and remote installation operations.
• Quantity: Provide up to three (3) references for the Prime contractor and three (3) for each Major Subcontractor (performing >10% of the effort).
• Contract Reference Data: Includes fields for Contract Number, Award Date, Contract Type, Original and Final Price/Cost Data (with explanation for cost growth), Performance Period/Delivery Schedule (with explanation for delays), and contact information for PCO, ACO, and COR.
• Relevancy and Performance Narrative: Requires a detailed description of why the effort is relevant to the DPG PWS, a summary of technical objectives achieved (including explanations for unmet requirements and corrective actions), and documentation of any negative performance (Cure Notices, Show Cause Letters, CDRs) with corrective actions.

This attachment is critical for bidders to demonstrate their capability and experience. It guides the selection and presentation of past performance information, which is often a significant evaluation factor. The detailed requirements for relevancy and performance narrative help bidders tailor their responses to align with the government's specific concerns for this procurement.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document lists the "90-Day Sites & Locations" relevant to the opportunity. It provides a breakdown of current sites and indicates that the number of sites has been as high as 14.

• 90-Day Sites Breakdown: A list of specific building numbers and their associated names or acronyms (e.g., Bldg. 6676 (CHWSF), Bldg. 1042 (Avery), Bldg. 4563 (Orphan), Bldg. 4251 (Instrumentation), Bldg. 4311/4312 (Ditto), Bldg. 4236 (Ditto), Bldg. 4156, Room #72 (Ditto CCTF), Bldg. 8027 (Ditto MTF), Bldg. 3045 (CARR), Bldg. 3456/3457 (CARR), Bldg. 8222/8228 (DTC)).
• Proximity: All current sites are located within a 15-mile radius.

This information is crucial for bidders to understand the geographical scope and potential operational areas for the opportunity. It may impact logistics, resource allocation, and site-specific requirements outlined in the solicitation or SOW.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This document details the specific assets and deliverables for periodic Groundwater Monitoring Program (GMP) sampling events required by the DPG RCRA Part B Permit.

• Regulated Asset Inventory: Monitoring across four Groundwater Management Areas (GMAs): Carr GMA (35 wells), Ditto GMA (20 wells), English Village GMA (10 wells), and Downrange GMA (4 wells). This includes approximately 70 sampled wells and ~170 total monitoring points for water level network.
• Metrics for a Single, Complete Monitoring Event:
  • Update and Government approval of the Unified Federal Policy-Quality Assurance Project Plan (UFP-QAPP).
  • Approximately 170 Depth-to-Water (DTW) Measurements for groundwater flow conditions.
  • Collection of ~70 Contaminant Sample Sets from required wells.
  • Laboratory Analyses for required parameters, including Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs), Agent Breakdown Products (ABPs), Explosives & Metals, Chloride, Sulfate, Nitrate, and Total Organic Carbon (TOC).
  • Preparation and submission of 4 Field Activity Reports (FARs) (one per GMA), including data validation packages.
  • Preparation and submission of a single, comprehensive multi-volume GMA Evaluation Report summarizing the 5-Year or 10-Year evaluation for all four GMAs.

Not explicitly stated in this document, but implies periodic events over a 5-Year or 10-Year evaluation period.

• Work must be performed in accordance with the UFP-QAPP.
• Laboratory analysis of specific parameters is required.
• Data validation packages are required.
• Multiple report submissions are required (FARs and GMA Evaluation Report).

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This document details the requirements for Underground Storage Tank (UST) and Leaking Underground Storage Tank (LUST) management operations at U.S. Army Dugway Proving Ground.

• Comprehensive management of 13 regulated USTs across five (5) Facility IDs.

• Specific USTs are located at:

  • US Army DPG (5 USTs, 1 in Temp Closure)
  • AAFES Service Station
  • English Village (EV) Motor Pool
  • Ditto Motor Pool (DMP)
  • Security Bldg Ditto 4515

• Primary uses include Emergency Generators, Public Fueling, and GSA Vehicle Fueling.

• Leak Detection: Verification of functionality for 100% of leak detection systems to detect leaks of 0.1 gallons per hour (gph).

• Spill & Overfill Inspections: Visual and functional testing of at least 13 spill buckets and 13 overfill prevention devices to ensure they are clear of liquid/debris and engage at 95% capacity.

• Facility Certification: Completion of all paperwork and fee processing for 5 Utah DERR Facility IDs to secure annual "Certificate of Compliance."

• LUST Site Monitoring: Collection and analysis of groundwater/soil samples at the Ditto Motor Pool LUST site, involving 3 to 8 monitoring wells.

• Monthly Inspections: Execution of 12 monthly "Walk-through" inspections per tank, documenting sensor status, logbooks, and signs of surface release or equipment tampering.

• Not explicitly stated in this exhibit, but operations are at U.S. Army Dugway Proving Ground.

• Management of specific USTs and associated compliance metrics as detailed above.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (No. 2015-5489, Revision No. 28) for the Service Contract Act. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations in the Salt Lake and Tooele Counties, Utah area.

• Lists numerous occupational codes and titles, along with their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates.
• Specifies required fringe benefits, including Health & Welfare rates.
• Includes notes on Executive Orders 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and 13658 (Minimum Wage), outlining contractor obligations.
• Details provisions for vacation and holidays.
• Explains the process for requesting additional classifications and wage rates (conformance process) if a required occupation is not listed.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the labor costs associated with the opportunity. It dictates the minimum wages and benefits that must be paid to service employees working on the contract, directly impacting the cost proposal. Bidders must ensure their proposed wages meet or exceed these requirements.

Other / Unclassified

This document outlines "CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS ANTITERRORISM/OPERATIONS SECURITY" for the "Dugway Proving Ground Environmental Support Services" opportunity. It details various mandatory training and security requirements for contractor employees.

Potential bidders must understand and plan for the following requirements:

• AT Level I Training: All contractor employees requiring access to Army installations/facilities must complete this training within 90 days of contract start or incorporation. Certificates of completion are required.
• Access and General Protection/Security: Employees must provide information for background checks to meet installation access requirements. Compliance with personal identity verification (FAR 52.204-9) is mandatory. Changes in Force Protection Condition (FPCON) may necessitate changes in contractor security processes.
• Common Access Card (CAC): For employees requiring CAC, a favorably adjudicated National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) or equivalent is necessary. CAC issuance is contingent on duties involving physical access to DoD facilities and/or network access.
• iWATCH Training: Employees must be briefed on the local iWATCH program to identify and report suspicious activity. This training must be completed within 90 days of contract award.
• Army Training Certification Tracking System (ATCTS): Employees accessing government information systems must be registered in ATCTS and complete DOD Information Assurance Awareness training.
• OPSEC Program: If a formal OPSEC program is required, the contractor must develop an OPSEC Standing Operating Procedure (SOP)/Plan within 90 days of award, including identification and protection of critical information. A certified Level II OPSEC coordinator is also required.
• OPSEC Training: Employees must complete Level I OPSEC Awareness training within 30 days of reporting for duty and annually thereafter.
• IA/IT Training: Employees working IA/IT functions must complete DoD IA awareness training and comply with specific DoD and Army training requirements within six months of appointment.
• IA/IT Certification: Employees supporting IA/IT functions must hold appropriate certifications as stipulated in DoD 8570.01-M upon contract award.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is the "DPG Visitor Guide" for the U.S. Army Dugway Proving Ground. It serves as a comprehensive resource for newcomers and visitors, providing essential information about the installation and its surrounding areas.

• Welcome Letter: Introduces Dugway Proving Ground and its mission.
• Accommodations: Details on-post lodging (IHG Army Hotels/Desert Lodge, Coyote Run RV Camp) and nearby options in Salt Lake City and Tooele.
• Recreation: Information on national parks in Utah, activities in Tooele County and Salt Lake City, and Utah skiing.
• On-Post Services: Includes details on dining, commissary, post office, religious services, travel, fuel, attire, safety, phone/internet, laundry, health screening, clearances, prohibited items, range control, installation access, retreat, photography, security, and unexploded ordnance (UXO).
• Maps: Provides directions to Dugway Proving Ground and maps of English Village, West Desert Test Areas, Ditto Area, and Dugway's location in Utah.
• Phone Directory: A comprehensive list of facilities, buildings, phone numbers, fax numbers, days open, and hours of operation.

While not a solicitation or SOW, this guide provides critical logistical and operational information for any vendor or contractor planning to visit or work at Dugway Proving Ground. Understanding the installation's layout, available services, access requirements, and points of contact is essential for successful engagement and planning.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation seeks proposals for Environmental Support Services - Sustainment at Dugway Proving Ground, UT. The services include recurring environmental compliance and waste management tasks, groundwater monitoring, and reporting requirements.

• Performance of recurring environmental compliance and waste management tasks as detailed in the Performance Work Statement (PWS) Sections 5.1 through 5.17.

• Routine compliance activities for the RCRA Subtitle I (UST) Program (PWS 5.21) and the TSCA Program (PWS 5.22).

• Groundwater Monitoring Event (Optional) as described in PWS Section 5.19.

• Annual Service Contract Reporting (SCR) requirement (PWS 5.18).

• Phase-in period of 30 days.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) for all CLINs.

• Period of Performance: Base period of 11 months, with four 12-month option periods, plus a potential 6-month extension.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but NAICS code 562112 has a size standard of $47,000,000.00.

• Proposals are due by 10:00 AM MDT on 26 May 2026.

• Submission is electronic via email to amy.m.eilerts.civ@army.mil.

• Evaluation will be based on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection methodology.

• Factors for award: Mission Capability, Past Performance, and Price.

• Mission Capability and Past Performance will be rated Acceptable/Unacceptable.

• Proposals must be technically acceptable and have the lowest evaluated price.

• A site visit is scheduled for 4 May 2026; registration is mandatory by 29 April 2026.

• This acquisition is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• NAICS Code: 562112 Hazardous Waste Collection.

• Small Business Size Standard: $47M.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses by reference, including those related to small business, contract administration, and payment.

• Offerors must comply with cybersecurity requirements, including NIST SP 800-171.

• Detailed proposal submission instructions are provided, including volume structure and page limitations.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a facility diagram that visually represents the layout of buildings and key features within a site. It serves as a reference for understanding the physical environment relevant to the opportunity.

• Buildings: Labeled with numbers (e.g., BUILDING 6673, BUILDING 6672, BUILDING 6674 "PCB", 90-DAY SITE BLDG. 6676).
• Gates: Designated as "GATE" and "MAIN GATE".
• Legend: Explains symbols for: Telephone (P), Fire Extinguisher (X), Evacuation Assembly Point (E), Egress Gate (G), Windsock, Asphalt, and Spill Kit (O).
• Other Features: Includes "SINGLE WIDE" areas, "OFFICE" spaces, and "Regroup Area" locations.

This diagram is crucial for bidders to understand the physical layout of the facilities where work may be performed. It helps in visualizing the scope of operations, potential logistical challenges, and the placement of essential safety and operational equipment. Bidders should review this to assess site access, building locations, and the distribution of critical resources.