**U.S ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY**

**EXPANDING THE INDUSTRY BASE**

**BLANKET PURCHASE AGREEEMENT**

**[REQUEST FOR QUOTE]{.underline}**

**1. DESCRIPTION**

This is a *Request for Quotation.*

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) intends to award a
five-year, fixed price, blanket purchase agreement (BPA) for emergency
environmental support services.

Due to the emergency nature of this requirement, the Government
anticipates multiple awards under each line item for this BPA as
outlined below.

The North American Classification Standard (NAICS) code for this
requirement is 562910.

Each purchase order issued under the BPA will have a ceiling of no more
than \$5 million.

EPA's Superfund Technical Assessment & Response Team (START), and
Emergency Rapid Response Services (ERRS) contractors and subcontractors
are restricted from submitting quotes to this RFQ.

In support of EPA's small business goals, many of the line items in this
BPA are set-aside for specific small business categories. These line
items are identified accordingly. Those line items not set aside are
open to full and open competition. For the small business set-aside line
items, all vendors selected for award shall be subject to the provisions
set forth in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 52.219-14, Limitation
on Subcontracting.

**2. PURPOSE**

The purpose of the "Expanding the Industry Base" Blanket Purchase
Agreement (BPA) is to provide emergency back-up capacity to the
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in the event that incidents of
national significance substantially deplete the primary resources
available through the Agency's existing emergency response contracts. If
the need arises, EPA will issue orders under this BPA for vendors to
provide services in the areas of expertise listed in this document at
the specified fixed hourly rates.

**3. WORK REQUIREMENTS**

The vendor shall be required to provide personnel with the expertise
outlined below and in Attachment 1 (Areas of Expertise) in order to
perform work as outlined in Attachment 2 (Statement of Work). These
personnel must be provided within 24 hours of notification.

Services may be required 24 hours per day, 7 days a week including
Federal, Local and State holidays or as needed. Personnel may work on
rotational work schedules to maintain coverage.

All personnel shall be able to communicate in English.

All services shall be performed in accordance with the Comprehensive
Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (also
known as CERCLA or Superfund) as amended, the National Oil and Hazardous
Substances Pollution Contingency Plan, and other environmental statutes.
The vendor(s) will provide services to support emergency response
activities related to the release or threat of release of oil, petroleum
products, hazardous substances, weapons of mass destruction, or
pollutants and contaminants that pose an actual or potential threat to
human health or welfare or to the environment.

**4. BPA ORDERING PROCEDURE**

If EPA issues work under this BPA, a purchase order will be the tasking
document to the vendor to provide incident-specific details and mission
requirements. Under this BPA, work may be allocated among multiple
vendors per line item. Allocation of work will be based on a vendor's
availability, capacity, response speed, and equitable distribution among
vendors.

> All EPA regions may order work from this BPA.

**5. INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS**

These instructions are to assist you in submitting information required
to evaluate the reasonableness of your quote. All quotes should be
sufficiently detailed to demonstrate their reasonableness. The burden of
proof for credibility of proposed prices rests with the vendor.

a\. Submissions in response to this RFQ [must clearly]{.underline}
identify the following:

-   Company's legal name and Dun & Bradstreet Number (DUNS**)**

-   Company's socio-economic status (if applicable)

-   The line items for which your company is submitting a quote

b\. Vendors responding to this RFQ shall submit fixed rates for services
inclusive of all costs except travel and other direct costs (ODCs). If
required (e.g., for travel) ODCs will be identified in individual
purchase orders.

c\. Vendors shall submit proposed fixed hourly rates on a daily, weekly,
and monthly basis as shown in the table below. Attachment 1 provides the
education and experience requirements for these categories. In addition,
all personnel must have the appropriate certifications and training
(e.g., HAZWOPER 40 hours of training and necessary annual 8 hour
refresher training).

d\. If desired, vendors may provide quotes for varying levels (e.g.,
senior, mid-level, junior staff) within each line item. Also if desired,
vendors may propose team rather than individuals for various line items.
If vendors choose to propose team rates, they must submit the proposed
team rate(s) and the rationale for those line items.

e\. Vendors shall submit three [relevant]{.underline} references from
current and/or past clients (if expired, expired no longer than two
years ago). Each reference should include the following information:
contract/purchase order number, company name, total dollar value, point
of contact, and brief description of the service performed. This
information will be used to evaluate your firms' past performance
history.

f\. Vendors shall provide descriptions of their relevant technical
expertise and experience in the areas for which it is proposing.

g\. Submissions addressing items a -- f above shall be no longer than 3
pages per line item. Resumes are exempt from this page limitation.

h\. Vendors shall submit responses via one of the following means:

> **E-mail:** Kaps.melissa@epa.gov
>
> **Hand Delivered/Commercial Carriers:**
>
> US EPA
>
> Bid and Proposals Room
>
> Ronald Reagan Building
>
> 6^th^ Floor (3802R)
>
> 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
>
> Washington, DC 20004
>
> **U.S. Mail**
>
> US EPA
>
> Bid and Proposal Room
>
> Ariel Rios Building (3802R)
>
> 1200 Pennsylvania Ave, NW
>
> Washington, DC 20460

**i. Submissions are due no later than 3:00 pm local Washington DC time
on July 21, 2006.**

j\. Required line items:

+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
| L   | EXPERT/                   | Fi  |       |       | SMALL      |
| INE |                           | xed |       |       | BUSINESS   |
| I   | AREA OF EXPERTISE         | Hou |       |       | SET-ASIDE  |
| TEM |                           | rly |       |       | CATEGORY   |
|     |                           | Ra  |       |       |            |
|     |                           | tes |       |       |            |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
|     |                           | A   | B     | C     |            |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
|     |                           | Da  | W     | Mo    |            |
|     |                           | ily | eekly | nthly |            |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
| 001 | Archaeologist             |     |       |       | SMALL      |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
| 002 | Geologist                 |     |       |       | SMALL      |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
| 003 | Hydro-geologist           |     |       |       | SDVOSB     |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
| 004 | Historical/Cultural       |     |       |       | SMALL      |
|     | Property Expert           |     |       |       |            |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
| 005 | Architectural Engineer    |     |       |       | SDVOSB     |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
| 006 | Aviation services and     |     |       |       | N/A        |
|     | expertise (Intra-city     |     |       |       |            |
|     | transport services,       |     |       |       |            |
|     | over-flight services,     |     |       |       |            |
|     | helicopter transport      |     |       |       |            |
|     | services)                 |     |       |       |            |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
| 007 | Telecommunication         |     |       |       | SDVOSB     |
|     | technology expert         |     |       |       |            |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
| ##  | Data Quality Assurance    |     |       |       | SDVOSB     |
| 008 | Expert                    |     |       |       |            |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
| 009 | Inventory Management      |     |       |       | SMALL      |
|     | Hardware and Software     |     |       |       |            |
|     | Expert                    |     |       |       |            |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
| 010 | GIS Mapping Expert        |     |       |       | SDVOSB     |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
| 011 | Accounting (CPA)          |     |       |       | SMALL      |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
| 012 | Biostatistician           |     |       |       | SMALL      |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
| 013 | Meteorologist             |     |       |       | SMALL      |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
| 014 | Ventilation Engineer      |     |       |       | SMALL      |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
| 015 | Air Modeling Expert       |     |       |       | 8(A)       |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
| 016 | Air Monitoring Expert     |     |       |       | 8(A)       |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
| 017 | Water Modeling Expert     |     |       |       | 8(A)       |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
| 018 | Water Monitoring Expert   |     |       |       | 8(A)       |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
| 019 | Waterways Expert (tides,  |     |       |       | SMALL      |
|     | boats, waterways etc.)    |     |       |       |            |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
| 020 | Underwater/Diving/Salvage |     |       |       | SMALL      |
|     | Expert                    |     |       |       |            |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
| 021 | Chemical Analytical       |     |       |       | 8(A)       |
|     | Technology Expert         |     |       |       |            |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
| 022 | Chemical Engineer         |     |       |       | 8(A)       |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
| 023 | Certified Health          |     |       |       | SDVOSB     |
|     | Physicist (Radiological   |     |       |       |            |
|     | Health and Safety Expert) |     |       |       |            |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
| 024 | Asbestos Health Expert    |     |       |       | SMALL      |
|     | (Toxicologist or MD)      |     |       |       |            |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
| 025 | Certified Industrial      |     |       |       | 8(A)       |
|     | Hygienist                 |     |       |       |            |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
| 026 | Public Health Specialist  |     |       |       | N/A        |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
| 027 | Oncologist                |     |       |       | N/A        |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
| 028 | Veterinary Expert         |     |       |       | N/A        |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
| 029 | Inorganic Chemist         |     |       |       | SDVOSB     |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
| 030 | Metallurgist              |     |       |       | N/A        |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
| 031 | Epidemiologist            |     |       |       | N/A        |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
| 032 | Toxicologist              |     |       |       | SMALL      |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
| 033 | Microbiologist            |     |       |       | SMALL      |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
| 034 | Biological Warfare Expert |     |       |       | SMALL      |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
| 035 | Chemical Warfare          |     |       |       | SMALL      |
|     | Technology Expert         |     |       |       |            |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
| 036 | Risk Assessment Expert    |     |       |       | SDVOSB     |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
| 037 | Nuclear Waste Expert      |     |       |       | SDVOSB     |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+
| 038 | Nuclear Weapons Expert    |     |       |       | SMALL      |
+-----+---------------------------+-----+-------+-------+------------+

**6. EVALUATION CRITERIA**\
Multiple awards will be made for each line item to the technically
acceptable, lowest priced vendors having a good past performance
history. Submissions shall be evaluated using the following criteria in
order of descending order of importance.

-   **Technical ability** to respond to the line items identified within
    the context of the statement of work

-   **Price**

-   **Past Performance**

**ATTACHMENT 1**

**EXPANDING THE INDUSTRY BASE**

**MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS**

**1. Archaeologists -**

-   Advanced degree with a specialization in archaeology.

-   Have designed and executed an archaeological study in the form of a
    Master\'s thesis or Doctoral dissertation.

-   Experience in cultural resource consulting.

-   Meet or exceed the qualifications established in the Secretary of
    the Interior's Standards and Guidelines (48 FR Part IV).

2\. **Geologist** -

-   BS degree in Geology and 1-3 years of Geological experience.

-   The ability to work independently in the field as well as prepare
    logs and calculations is important.

-   Skill in GIS and other mapping techniques.

-   Prepared to handle environmental remediation projects and natural
    disaster preparedness as well as investigate natural resources.

3\. **Hydro-geologist** --

-   BA, BS or MS degree in Geology, Hydrology, Hydro-geology or a
    Physical Science

-   At least thirty semester hours of geology.

-   Specialized experience in constructing ground water and surface
    water remediation systems. This experience includes but is not
    limited to: 1) Conducting multimedia assessments to determine extent
    of contamination, 2) Conducting ground water pumping tests and
    aquifer slug testing, 3) Overseeing the development and
    implementation of treatability studies to evaluate treatment
    technologies, 4) Reviewing design and construction plans for
    treatment systems, 5) Overseeing construction of treatment
    systems, 6) Provide expert advice on deployment of containment
    systems for surface and subsurface releases, and 7) Evaluating
    analytical data to determine treatment effectiveness.

4\. **Historical/Cultural Property Expert**

-   B.S. or M.S. degree in architectural history, art history,
    architecture, or a closely related field with a concentration in
    American architecture; or in American history, public history
    historic preservation, American studies.

-   12 months of professional experience in research, writing, teaching,
    interpretation, or other related professional activities.

-   Availability to assist in the preparation of NEPA and CEQA documents

This position will provide identification and evaluation of historic
architectural properties to protect significant cultural resources.
He/she will provide historic resource documentation, archival research,
or photographic documentation. They will also develop technical sections
for and coordinate/manage preparation of environmental assessments, and
other along with conducting literature searches and field studies and
act as an environmental analyst.

5\. **Architectural Engineer** --

-   A degree in engineering

-   6+ years of comprehensive background in the analysis, engineering,
    and design of concrete, steel frame, masonry and composite building
    structures integral to diverse commercial, institutional and
    civic/government building design projects.

-   Be capable of assuming project and/or multiple project leadership
    and associated staff coordination and client/agency liaison.

-   Knowledge and skills to serve as a recognized expert consultant to
    an agency having responsibility for the evaluation of systems in a
    structure as related to safety and appropriate approach to
    decontamination of targeted structure.

The ideal candidate will be a Registered Professional Engineer with
experience in foundation design, wood and steel framing design, soils
information and reviewing inspection results. This position will be
responsible for the evaluation of the performance of architectural
systems during and after hurricanes, earthquakes and other natural
disasters or terrorist attacks.

6\. **Aviation Services** (Intra-city transport services, over-flight
services, helicopter transport services)

-   Provide fix winged and helicopter during an emergency transporting
    personnel, supplies and equipment into and out of the area.

-   Provide licensed pilots able to operate either a private plane or
    helicopter.

-   Basic turbine knowledge as well as know basic aircraft maintenance.

-   The service may be needed at any time and should be on call 24/7 and
    able to travel frequently.

-   The service should be able to operate the aircraft as well as be
    knowledgeable in the design, development and production of the
    aircraft operations

7\. **Telecommunication Technology Expert** --

-   BS degree in Engineering (preferably Electrical Engineering)

-   3+ years of experience in one or more of the following wireless
    communications technologies: GSM, TDMA, iDEN, CDMA, spread spectrum,
    and trunked radio

-   Experience with FCC Rules and regulations, licensing, FAA tower
    sitting guidelines and frequency rebanding for PLMR and public
    safety frequencies.

The person is expected to play an important role in implementing and
maintaining the telecommunications network to support mission critical
voice and data communications. Network equipment includes voice and data
dispatch radio, digital microwave radio, SONET multiplexers, channel
banks, digital cross-connect systems, packet radio networks, multiple
address radio systems fiber optics, and other telecommunications
networks.

8\. **Data Quality Assurance** --

-   BS degree in chemistry, biological, physical sciences or
    mathematics.

-   Experience with field and analytical operations and data
    verification/data validation activities is required.

The person will verify project records, including sample collection,
sample receipt, sample preparation, and sample analysis for accuracy and
completeness, validate data for compliance with project requirements and
summarize data to include QC deviations and potential impacts on
conclusions is necessary.

9\. **Inventory Management Hardware and Software Expert** --

-   BS in Business, Logistics, and/or Systems (with a strong background
    in Statistics).

-   Masters degree in computer science, information systems or logistics
    and supply chain

-   Five years experience in warehousing and stores activities, two of
    which include the development, implementation, and operation of an
    automated inventory control system, and two years of supervisory
    experience.

-   Extended knowledge of operating systems, hardware platforms, project
    management, database tools such as SQL and networking topologies
    especially TCP/IP.

-   Experience with inventory management including replenishment,
    pricing and analysis (or equivalent), JIT a plus.

-   Strong analytical skills and understanding of statistical process
    control are important.

-   Excellent written and oral communication skills are required.

-   Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum
    requirements may be substituted.

The responsibilities for this position include management and
engineering of inventory process and flow.

10\. **GIS Mapping Expert** --

-   BS in environmental science, geography or related field

-   8 or more years of experience working in the GIS field.

-   Must be proficient in ESRI ArcGIS products, digitizing, cartographic
    map production, spatial analysis, geo-database and have a working
    knowledge of the fundamentals of GIS.

Additional skills preferred but not required include programming skills
in any of the following: VB, Java, or Python. Experience or
understanding of biological or other natural resource sciences is
preferred. Additional desirable skills include aerial photographic
interpretation, vegetation classification; familiarity with GIS
hydrology tools. This individual will provide GIS technical services for
a wide variety of projects. The responsibilities of this position will
include the development of GIS datasets, maintenance and updating
existing datasets, development of FGDC compliant metadata, integration
of data from multiple sources and the analysis of GIS data for a variety
of environmental applications.

**11. Accountant --**

-   Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field.

-   Experience with electronic data processing, data management and
    analytical capabilities

This person will prepare, analyze, and verify financial documents.

**12. Biostatistician --**

-   Advanced degree (MS or Ph.D.) in Biostatistics

-   Experience and expertise in the use of statistics in risk analysis
    associated with exposure to environmental chemicals.

-   Experience with data mining and analysis of large data bases, along
    with having knowledge and experience with statistical analysis
    packages

This person serves as the focus for determining the statistical
significance of data received from analysis of contamination and must be
able to select the appropriate methods of statistical test for the
analysis under question.

**13. Meteorologist --**

-   BS in mathematics or physical science

-   At least 20 semester credits in meteorology

-   Experience in analyzing current and expected weather conditions with
    capabilities to predict short range and long range weather changes

-   Understand air quality, pollution problems, and environmental impact

Certifications would be beneficial.

14\. **Ventilation Engineer** --

-   BS in Engineering (but higher is desirable).

-   Professional Engineer certificate of registration

-   Experience with procurement, surveying, costing, balancing,
    programming, designing, installation, refurbishing and upgrading
    HVAC systems for commercial/industrial sector

-   Knowledge and skills necessary to serve as a recognized expert
    consultant to an agency having responsibility for the evaluation of
    HVAC systems in facilities.

-   Acceptable professional record and reputation in the field of
    engineering.

This person serves as a national authority and the Agency's expert in
the field of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system
engineering as it relates to areas (buildings, stadiums, shopping malls,
transportation systems, etc.) impacted by a terrorism incident or
significant emergency. The person will be responsible for making
recommendations on decontaminating HVAC systems including methodology,
application, efficacy, and post-testing.

15\. **Air Modeling Expert**

-   BS/MS in Meteorology, Math, Physical Sciences or related discipline

-   Experience in ambient air modeling 

-   Ability to perform air dispersion modeling using EPA approved air
    models, as well as commercial software packages. 

-   Experience with EPA/NOAA and other agencies emergency response plume
    models and databases such as Cameo and Aloha. 

-   Familiarity with the EPA\'s IMAAC program. 

-   Dispersion, photochemical or receptor modeling is experience
    required.

Ability to integrate air plume contouring data into a Geographical
Information Systems (GIS) format is desirable.  40-hour HAZWopper
certification, First Aid and CPR certification is desirable. 

16\. Air **Monitor**

-   Masters Degree with at least 5 yr experience as a CIH or Bachelors
    degree with 10 yrs experience as a CIH

-   At least 2 yr. emergency response field experience.

Coursework is desirable in the advanced concepts, principles and
practices of environmental science as it relates to meteorology, fluid
dynamics, modeling, and chemical/physical parameters as they pertain to
weather forecasting, air dispersion modeling, surface emission modeling,
and indoor air modeling that enables the employee to serve as a
technical expert in the area of response to environmental episodes or
terrorist activities. This person provides program expertise on
multi-media environmental emergencies in the area of weather forecasting
and air modeling. He/she provides state-of-the-art analytical support
during activations through the use of US EPA's equipment and support
personnel. He/she serves as representative coordinating air modeling
studies as needed to identify impact of sites and remedial activities on
specific population segments via the air pathways.

17\. **Water Modeler** --

-   MS degree in Civil Engineering

-   Experience in water and waste water management.

-   Skilled environmental engineer with in-depth knowledge of drinking
    water system operations, water quality issues, and laboratory or
    field experience.

-   Demonstrated knowledge of environmental engineering principles,
    theories, and practices that enable the person to serve as a
    technical authority in the performance of duties pertaining to
    drinking water systems, including operations, design, and water
    quality.

-   Familiarity with hydraulic-model design, application, and commonly
    used software, such as EPANET, that enable the person to use such
    models in theoretical studies and/or decision-making.

This person will serve as an experienced environmental engineer
conducting and supervising research on drinking water systems security.
 Design, execution and evaluation of laboratory and/or field studies
related to water quality and sensor deployment in drinking water
systems, involving direct interaction with water utility operators.
Provide technical support for hydraulic modeling studies to characterize
water systems and to design and deploy monitoring and surveillance
systems as well as remedial response strategies.

18\. **Water Monitoring Expert** --

BS degree and coursework in Environmental Engineering/Environmental
Science/Civil Engineering/Hydrogeology. Coursework and areas of
expertise may include: water and wastewater treatment, Hydrologic
systems analysis, Physical-chemical processes for water quality control,
environmental transport processes, fluid mechanics of water pollution,
water distribution systems, and hydro-geology.

This person will manage projects related to decontamination of water
systems and water bodies, act as subject matter expert for issues
relating to water contamination and decontamination, provide technical
support to emergency responder community for topics/issues related to
water, wastewater, and water monitoring and decontamination.

19\.       **Waterways Expert** (tides, boats, waterways etc.)

-   BS degree in biological or physical science

-   Understanding of coastal zone environments and the impacts of human
    and natural causes. Experience minimizing damage to fragile
    ecosystems during response and cleanup activities.  

> Oil cleanup experience in wetland/marsh environments would be
> desirable  specialized equipment such as air boats, minimal draft work
> barges/platforms, swamp buggies, amphibious excavators, various types
> of skimmers,  low impact heavy equipment, HDPE floating mats for road
> building, boom deployment experience for containment and absorption of
> oil material, contaminated debris removal experience, possibly
> de-watering equipment and experience, access to tug boats, barges or
> other various open water accessories.  

20\. **Underwater/Diving/Salvage Expert**

-   Able to function in an alien environment typified by cold, darkness,
    currents, entanglement hazards, reduced mobility, dangerous and
    predatory marine life, and the unknown.

-   Completed a basic and recognized SCUBA course and advanced open
    water training.

-   In-water training that includes underwater navigation, salvage, lift
    bags, sonar and locating equipment, in water emergencies, diver
    rescue, and surface supplied diving.

-   Experience in the use of Self Contained Underwater Breathing
    Apparatus (SCUBA) and Surface Supplied Diving (SSD or hard hat).

Divers are subjected to risks on every dive and therefore must be able
to meet the physical and mental demands of the assignment. The duties
are: underwater assessments of ecosystems, reef studies, fish counts,
sediment investigations, ecosystem mapping, underwater investigation of
structures around hydroelectric plants and dams, irrigation canals and
pumping stations; repair and replacement of underwater structures or
equipment, valves, grates, and data collection equipment (temperature
sensors), recovery of submerged objects (lost equipment), placement of
anchoring systems for surface equipment, repair and inspection of the
undersides of boats, piers, and docks, locating, identifying, and
removing hazardous materials from lakes, rivers, and marine environments
and investigating and documenting sites of archeological or historical
significance.

21\. **Chemical Analytical Technology**

-   BS in analytical chemistry

-   5-10 years experience or equivalent.

-   Familiarity with EPA TO 1-15 and EPA 600 series, and NIOSH
    methodologies.

-   40-hr HAZWopper certified and able to perform field activities.

Experience with field deployable instrumentation including gas
chromatography (GC) and GC/mass spectrometry (MS) are required;
experience with InfiCon Hapsite GC/MS is a plus. Familiarity with direct
reading air monitoring and sampling equipment and environmental
screening equipment is desired.

**22. Chemical Engineer**

-   BS in Chemical Engineering (but higher level degree and relevant
    work experience is desired.)

-   Ability to determine hazards, fire and explosion threats, and handle
    procedures for unstable and highly toxic chemicals during
    environmental emergencies (classic or terrorist).

Chemical Engineer will serve by assisting on environmental emergencies
for cleanup, removal and remedial activities for multi-media oil and
hazardous materials spills and incidents. He/she provides
state-of-the-art analytical support during activations through the use
of US EPA's equipment and support personnel. He/she will serve as US
EPA's on-site representative coordinating studies as needed to identify
impact of sites and remedial activities on specific population segments
via the various pathways.

**23. Certified Health Physicist (Radiological Health and Safety
Expert)**

-   Doctoral degree

-   Experience in risk analysis and mitigation, and decontamination of
    radiological release.

-   Certified as a Health Physicist

The person is responsible for reviewing decontamination methods guided
by studies on the concentration, recovery, cultivation, identification,
fate, and transport of these agents. The person also reviews research to
develop appropriate tools for decontamination and exposure monitoring of
the human population and relates human exposures to biological and
chemical agents. He/she should maintain a mastery of advanced
methodologies, principles, practices and tools relating to
decontamination and risk analysis (including assessment, mitigation, and
communication)

**24. Asbestos Health Expert (Toxicologist or MD)**

-   PhD or MD degree.

-   Strong working knowledge of the variety of health effects caused by
    asbestos, the risks associated with mining, working with or
    disposing of asbestos, and ability to communicate on these subjects
    to people from a variety of backgrounds, roles, and educational
    levels.

Prior research related to the health effects of asbestos and/or
subspecialty training in pulmonary medicine is desired.

25\. **Certified Industrial Hygienist**

-   BS degree in Industrial Hygiene (but an advanced degree and relevant
    experience in responding to chemical and hazardous material
    accidents highly desirable.)

-   Certified as an Industrial Hygienist.

The person serves as an Industrial Hygienist and occupational health and
safety expert/advisor on assessment, treatment, decontamination, air
monitoring and sampling techniques and hazards associated with highly
unstable chemicals at uncontrolled hazardous waste sites and
environmental emergencies. Develops and implements novel and advanced
health and safety protocols and analytical programs with state of the
art methodology to address the particular problems associated from
chemical, biological, and radiation releases during environmental
emergencies. Evaluates and reviews health and safety plans/protocols
and/or environmental assessments as required to insure that response
actions produce the least overall impact on the environment and local
populations. The person serves as an occupational health and safety
expert for determining hazards, fire and explosion threats, and handling
procedures for unstable and highly toxic chemicals at hazardous waste
sites and environmental emergencies (classic or terrorist).

26\. **Public Health Specialist**

-   Masters or higher degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Industrial
    Hygiene, medical (i.e., MD or nursing), or health related field

-   Basic training in toxicology, epidemiology, biology and chemistry,
    and mathematical concepts including basic statistical analysis

-   At least 3 years experience in professional activities related to
    causes, impact, and prevention of public health problems including
    endemic and communicable disease, food borne diseases, occupational
    safety and health, and environmental risk assessment for chemical
    exposures.

-   Familiarity with environmental laws such as RCRA and CERCLA.

27\. **Oncologist**

-   MD degree

-   Board certification in internal medicine and hematology/oncology.

-   Subject matter expertise in cancer epidemiology

-   Ability to estimate and communicate cancer risk from environmental
    exposure to carcinogens from a wide variety of sources, including
    potential terrorist attacks.

Research experience highly desired.

28\. **Veterinary Expert**

-   Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (D.V.M. or V.M.D.) degree from a
    4-year program at an accredited college of veterinary medicine and a
    license to practice.

Applicants must submit test scores from the Graduate Record Examination
(GRE), the Veterinary College Admission Test (VCAT), or the Medical
College Admission Test (MCAT). Heavy consideration will be placed on a
candidate's veterinary and animal experience.

29\. **Inorganic Chemist**

-   BS in chemistry

-   5-10 years work experience with a concentration in metal analysis/
    analytical chemistry. 

-   Familiarity with EPA SW-846 and CLP methods for the sampling,
    preparation and analysis of samples for in-organics and metals,
    including AA and/or ICP, MS/ICP instrumentation. 

-   Familiarity with general laboratory QA/QC and GLP protocols. 

Experience with field portable instrumentation for metals analysis,
including field portable X-Ray Fluorescence spectrometry (XRF), is
desirable. A 40-hour HAZWopper certification, First Aid and CPR
certification is also desirable.

30\. **Metallurgist**

-   Bachelor\'s degree in metallurgy, physics, chemistry, or a related
    physical science. (A master\'s or doctoral degree is highly
    desirable.)

-   Series of core competencies, including chemistry, applied physics
    and complex math. Knowledge of welding and joining metals is
    important.

-   Detailed understandings of product design and manufacturing.

The person will provide metallurgical and materials science consulting,
fatigue and fracture mechanics, failure analysis, forensic engineering
and related expertise.

31\. **Epidemiologist**

-   Doctoral degree in epidemiology

-   Previous experience in studying the wide range of health effects
    linked to exposure to environmental exposures

-   Knowledge and familiarity with previous studies on health effects
    related to environmental exposure

The person will be responsible for the selection, design and planning of
epidemiology studies to determine the health effects as the result of
contamination by biological, radiological and chemical hazards after
hurricanes, earthquakes and other natural disasters or terrorist
attacks.

32\. **Toxicologist**

-   PhD in toxicology (board certification as a toxicologist would be
    beneficial.)

-   Experience summarizing toxicity information and providing a health
    assessment of data.

-   Knowledge of laws like the Stafford Act, RCRA, and FIFRA.

-   Be able to provide a worker, health and safety risk assessment based
    on field data.

The person serves as a technical expert and advisor on assessment,
treatment, decontamination and sampling techniques at sites contaminated
by biological, radiological and chemical hazards. He/she is responsible
for collection and evaluation of data to determine the appropriate
decontamination technology and implementation for a particular response.
The person is responsible for reviewing decontamination methods guided
by studies on the concentration, recovery, cultivation, identification,
fate, and transport of contaminants. The person also reviews research to
develop appropriate tools for decontamination and exposure monitoring of
the human population and relates human exposures to biological and
chemical agents.

33\. **Microbiologist**

-   PhD in microbiology with knowledge of methodology related to
    quantization and assessment of biological agents, infection diseases
    and the epidemiology of public health microbiology.

-   Expertise in causes, diagnosis, treatment, and preventions of
    infectious diseases.

-   Be a recognized expert in the human exposure assessment of the
    environmentally transmitted pathogenic microbes with a thorough
    understanding of current research on the basis technology in this
    field.

The person will serve as a technical expert and advisor on assessment
and sampling techniques at sites contaminated by biological hazards. The
person is responsible for evaluating decontamination methods guided by
studies on the concentration, recovery, cultivation, identification,
fate and transport of these agents.

34\. **Biological Warfare Expert**

-   MS or higher in Environmental Science, Public Health, Industrial
    Hygiene, Biology or Microbiology.

-   Basic training in chemistry, toxicology, and mathematical concepts
    including basic statistical analysis.

-   Minimum of 3 years experience in professional activities related to
    the evaluation and risk assessment of biological warfare agents in
    various media.

-   Familiarity with the physical, chemical, and toxicological
    properties of microbiological agents and be familiar with equipment
    and methods for detection, protection, decontamination/ destruction
    and disposal or these agents.

-   Familiarity with various military agencies roles and capabilities
    associated with biological warfare agents.

-   Thorough understanding of the toxicological basis for established
    civilian health criteria for occupational safety and health as well
    as emergency management and environmental cleanup.

35\. **Chemical Warfare Technology Expert**

-   MS or higher in Environmental Science, Public Health, Industrial
    Hygiene, Chemistry, or chemical-engineering related field is
    required.

-   Basic training in biology and chemistry, toxicology, and
    mathematical concepts including basic statistical analysis.

-   Minimum of 3 (preferred 5 or more) years experience in professional
    activities related to the evaluation and risk assessment of chemical
    warfare agents in various media.

-   Familiarity with the physical, chemical, and toxicological
    properties of nerve and blister agents

-   Familiarity with equipment and methods for detection, protection,
    decontamination/ destruction and disposal or these agents.

-   Familiarity with various military agencies' roles and capabilities
    associated with chemical warfare agents.

-   Thorough understanding of the toxicological basis for established
    civilian health criteria for occupational safety and health as well
    as emergency management and environmental cleanup. Familiarity with
    environmental laws such as RCRA and CERCLA.

36\. **Risk Assesser**

-   Doctoral degree in either toxicology or mathematics

-   Experience in risk assessment of environmental contaminates based
    upon principles of toxicology.

-   Established record in toxicology, development and use of risk
    assessment models.

-   Ability to provide a worker with a health and safety risk assessment
    based on field data using the appropriate mathematical modeling.

The person serves as a technical expert and advisor on assessment of
risk at sites contaminated by biological, radiological and chemical
hazards. Responsible for understanding of how health risk assessments
(including exposure and toxicity assessments) are conducted and how risk
information is used in support of a large decontamination effort
involving weaponized biological and non-traditional chemical agent
attacks. This person is responsible for analysis and modeling of
exposure assumptions for adults and children who might be threatened
should they accidentally ingest or inhale biological or chemical
contaminants following a terrorist event or an uncontrolled hazardous
waste site which involved non-traditional chemical and biological
agents.

37\. **Radiation Technician** (alternatively, Health Physics Technician,
or Physical Scientist)

-   BS in physics, health physics, or nuclear medicine.

-   Working knowledge in radiological protection, laboratory operations,
    field sampling techniques, and various radiological instrumentation
    and equipment usage

-   Knowledge of air and water sampling techniques and methods of
    analysis in detecting and determining concentrations of
    radionuclides in air and water.

-   Training in electronics for an operational understanding of
    radiation detection instruments.

The person will conduct radiological field monitoring, sampling, and
assessment activities to support federal response to incidents of
significant radiological release, including terrorist events and
accidental uncontrolled radioactive release. The major portion of the
radiation technician duties is comprised of field activities under the
direction of a Health Physicist or Radiation Safety Officer. These
people also provide support and assistance to other project managers
maintaining field equipment and supplies in a readiness condition for
deployment and use during Emergency Response activities.

38\. **Health Physicist** --

-   Doctoral degree in Health Physics

-   Demonstrated experience in the field of decontamination and risk
    analysis (including risk assessment, risk mitigation techniques and
    risk communication) as it relates to environmental emergencies.

The person plans, develops, and implements the response to radiological
releases and terrorism events with a particular focus on radiological
contamination assessment, decontamination techniques, worker health and
safety, debris transportation and disposition, and risk assessment.
He/she will perform a variety of health physics tasks involving data
collection and analysis, including the development of approaches for the
entire federal response (from the emergency response through final
remediation and release of areas impacted by a radiological emergency).
These approaches include, but are not limited to, the development of
radiation health and safety plans, the collection and analysis of data
collected by monitoring and sampling instrumentation, oversight of
radiological disposal operations, and the coordination of radiological
responses. This individual will conduct risk assessment and projections
based on prevailing and appropriate scientific conventions, and will
make technical recommendations to management.

**ATTACHMENT 2**

**EXPANDING THE INDUSTRY BASE**

**STATEMENT OF WORK**

**INTRODUCTION**

EPA is delegated authority to undertake removal and remedial response
actions with respect to the release or threat of release of oil,
hazardous substances, or pollutants and contaminants. The National
Response Plan (NRP) is the principle federal mechanism for responding to
releases of hazardous substances and oil, utilizing a multi-layered
network of individuals and teams for federal, state and local agencies,
and industry.

EPA=s role under the NRP is to respond to emergencies within its area of
jurisdiction with respect to the release/discharge or threat of
release/discharge of oil, hazardous substances, pollutants,
contaminants, or fire or explosion hazard. Under several federal and
regional contingency plans, EPA has the responsibility for coordinating
all federal, state, local, and private efforts associated with
responding to environmental emergencies. EPA is required to respond to
nuclear, biological, chemical, radiological (NBCR) events as part of a
disaster or counter terrorism/weapons of mass destruction (CT/WMD)
incident. EPA supports states and communities in their preparedness and
response activities. EPA is responsible for conducting evaluations and
cleanups of uncontrolled hazardous substance disposal sites and placing
those that are considered to pose a significant threat to human health
or the environment on the National Priorities List (NPL).

**TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS**

The technical requirements include response, assessment and inspection,
technical support, and data management. Exhibit A, ASpecific Tasks
Lists,@ identifies tasks which may be performed under this requirement.

Task orders issued under this BPA will address one or more of the
following requirements:

**A. RESPONSE ACTIVITIES**

Response activities support EPA=s obligations for the Comprehensive
Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA), Oil
Pollution Act (OPA), Stafford Act, Homeland Security Act of 2002, and
any future laws or regulations pertaining to EPA=s obligations.

The Vendor shall monitor and oversee response activities, workers, and
public safety; be knowledgeable about the Incident Command System (ICS)
and assist Federal, state and local responding agencies with the
implementation of ICS; adhere to appropriate safety procedures and
advise the On-Scene Coordinator (OSC) on Health and Safety matters.

The Vendor shall provide sampling, analytical, field
detection/monitoring and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC)
support, in accordance with applicable methods, procedures and
guidelines; document site conditions and compile information and data in
a clear and concise manner; conduct data management activities to
facilitate documents being readily available for distribution; provide
technical advice, findings, facts, recommendations; suggest technical
options and review technical submissions, including work plans for EPA
and other federal, state and local officials as directed; assist with
coordination and communication between Federal, state and local
responding agencies, and the public; and be proficient in National
Pollution Fund Center (NPFC) Forms.

1\. Emergency Response

> The Vendor shall assist EPA in helping state and local responders plan
> for emergencies; and maintain response capability to respond to
> discharges or threatened discharges as defined in Subparts D and E of
> the NCP.

2.  Counter Terrorism Response

> The vendor shall provide qualified response personnel proficient in
> sampling and analysis of NRCB threats; provide personnel proficient in
> operating/monitoring NRCB equipment and technologies; provide NRCB
> monitoring and testing equipment and supplies; provide appropriate
> level of PPE and decontamination methods; provide EPA with expert
> guidance and recommendations on NRCB response equipment, technologies
> and protocols; assist EPA in coordinating with key federal partners;
> and assist EPA in training first responders and providing resources in
> the event of terrorist incident(s).

3.  Oil Spill Response

> The vendor shall provide technical advice, findings, facts,
> recommendations, and options to the EPA=s Contracting Officer=s
> Representitive (COR); provide technical support to EPA to achieve the
> cleanup or removal of released hazardous substances from the
> environment; support EPA in responding to the release or threat of
> release of oil or petroleum products; be familiar with oil containment
> and recovery techniques for inland and coastal waterways; be familiar
> with Area Plans/Subarea Plans, including sensitive areas; and oversee
> proper placement and deployment of containment boom, skimming and
> recovery operations.

4.  Federal Disaster Response

> The vendor shall provide technical support to EPA in conjunction with
> other federal, state or local agencies in the planning and
> preparedness for natural and man-made disaster response under the FRP
> or other federally adopted national response plans; provide technical
> support to EPA in performing Federal Disaster Assistance surveys of
> damage caused by disasters or assessment of damages to public water or
> sewage treatment facilities or related environmental problems; and
> have response personnel trained in EPA CERCLA assessment procedures
> which support Federal Emergency Management Agency mission assignments
> for EPA disaster response actions.

5.  Fund-Lead Removal

> The vendor shall provide appropriate technical information that
> details strategies to mitigate the threat to human health and the
> environment from hazardous substances; provide EPA with technical
> support in monitoring on-site activities by federal, state, local
> agencies, and vendor(s) (ie ERRS vendor(s); and provide cost oversight
> during fund lead removal actions, including EPA, OPA, and USCG NPFC
> funded responses.

6.  Potential Responsible Parties (PRP)

> The vendor shall be knowledgeable of CERCLA\'107, Potentially
> Responsible Parties (PRP) and Clean Water Act (CWA) (See Exhibit B);
> provide technical and administrative support to EPA for identification
> and notification of PRP related to a release on a site or facility
> (See Exhibit A); assist in preparing PRP objectives for site cleanup
> and work requirements (See Exhibit A); and review PRP work plans,
> monitor work to ensure that the assessment or cleanup activities are
> performed correctly and in accordance with applicable statute(s), the
> NCP, agency goals, and any other relevant law or regulations (See
> Exhibit B).

7.  Minor Containment

> Minor containment responses require all necessary response actions
> completed at the site or provide temporary stabilization prior to the
> mobilization of other responders. A minor containment response usually
> does not exceed 40 hours per assignment. The minor containment is a
> result of CERCLA 104(b) activities (pre-removal and investigatory
> activities) or NCP 300.305 (Phase II activities) for oil spill
> responses.
>
> The vendor shall contain and stabilize minor releases of oil or
> hazardous substances, such as leaking containers (55 gallon drums,
> barrels, and smaller containers), oil discharged to waterways, or
> spills to soil; be capable of deploying sorbent booms in water bodies,
> building small dams to interrupt the flow of contaminants; be capable
> of emergency pumping over packing, hand bailing, or hand excavation;
> identify and advise EPA that a minor containment will either entirely
> address/complete the response or will provide necessary short-term
> stabilization until other responders arrive; and have EPA pre-approval
> for initial minor containment activities and containment activities
> which exceed 40 hours.

8\. Chemical Safety Audits - Accident Investigations

> The vendor shall provide technical support with respect to EPA=s
> authority to investigate chemical accidents pursuant to CERCLA section
> 104 and CAA sections 103, 112, 114, and 307; have the capability to
> arrive on-site within 24 hours of notification by EPA; provide EPA
> with a summary report describing the accident, root cause
> determination, and recommendation for prevention; and review safety
> and accident prevention systems and records of equipment involved in
> accident(s).

**B. ASSESSMENT/INSPECTION ACTIVITIES**

The primary objective of the site assessment phase is to obtain the data
necessary to identify the priority sites posing threats to human health
or the environment. The site assessment phase begins with site discovery
or notification to EPA of possible release of hazardous substances.

**1. Pre-CERCLIS Screening**

> The vendor shall preform pre-CERCLIS screening activities in
> accordance with EPA OSWER Directive 9200.4-05, APre-CERCLIS Screening
> Guidance,@ dated September 30, 1996. Pre-CERCLIS screening is the
> process of reviewing data on a potential site to determine whether the
> site should be entered into CERCLIS for further evaluation.

2\. Removal Assessment

> The vendor shall provide technical support to EPA on removal
> assessment activities; and perform removal assessment activities in
> accordance with EPA OSWER Directive 9360.3-08, ASuperfund Removal
> Procedures/The Removal Response Decision: Site Discovery to Response
> Decision@ dated September 1994, and the NCP.
>
> A removal assessment focuses on determining the potential immediate
> threat a site may pose on human health and the environment. The
> results of this assessment are used by EPA to determine whether a
> removal action or some other response is warranted.

3\. Preliminary Assessment (PA)

> The vendor shall provide technical support to EPA on PA activities;
> review past and present facility waste handling practices and permit
> history; document the presence, quantity, type, or absence of
> uncontrolled or un-contained hazardous substance(s) on-site; document
> releases to the environment; identify pollution disposal pathways;
> determine pathway specific receptors and surrounding population
> density; locate other environmentally sensitive receptors (e.g.,
> wetlands and endangered species); and perform PA activities in
> accordance with EPA OSWER Directive 9345.0-01A, AGuidance for
> Performing Preliminary Assessment Under CERCLA,@ dated September 1991;
> EPA OSWER Directive 9375.2-09FS, AImproving Sites Assessment:
> Abbreviated Preliminary Assessments,@ and the NCP.
>
> A PA is the first step in determining whether a site warrants a
> Superfund response after the site has been entered into CERCLIS. A PA
> focuses on determining/verifying whether a site is eligible for a
> response action under CERCLA and the need for immediate and/or
> long-term response actions.

4\. Site Inspection (SI)

> The vendor shall provide technical support to EPA on SI activities;
> and perform SI activities in accordance with EPA/540-R-92-021,
> AGuidance for Performing Site Inspections Under CERCLA,@ dated
> September 1992.
>
> SI incorporates and builds upon the objectives of the PA and may
> require the collection of samples or the evaluation of existing
> analytical data to evaluate site conditions.

5\. Combined PA/SI

> The vendor shall perform preliminary search and field activities
> outlined in section 4.2, PA and 4.3, SI, simultaneously, in accordance
> with EPA OSWER Directive 9375.2-10FS, AImproving Site Assessment
> Combined Preliminary Assessment/Site Inspection Assessments.@

6\. Site Inspection Prioritization (SIP)

> The vendor shall perform SIP activities, in accordance with EPA OSWER
> Directive 9345.1-15FS, ASite Inspection Prioritization Guidance,@
> dated August 1993, as amended.
>
> The goal of SIP is to gather any additional information necessary
> following the completion of the SI to help set priorities among sites
> for NPL listing or to screen sites from further Superfund attention.

7\. Site Reassessment (SR)

> The vendor shall perform site assessment activities as described in
> sections 4.2(c)and 4.3. of this PWS. A SR represents the gathering and
> evaluation of new information on a site previously assessed under the
> Superfund program to determine whether further Superfund attention is
> needed. A SR serves as a supplement to previous assessment work and
> not a replacement for traditional assessment activities. The scope of
> work for SR activity is flexible but will usually represent a
> component of a traditional site assessment action, PA, SI, and SIP.
> The purpose of this action is to document the expenditure of Superfund
> resources on older sites where EPA has received new information or
> learned that the site conditions have changed.

8\. Expanded Site Inspections (ESI)

> The vendor shall perform ESI activities, in accordance with EPA
> 540-R-92-021, AGuidance for Performing Site Inspections Under CERCLA,@
> dated September 1992. The ESI has a two fold purpose to provide
> additional information required to support preparation of an HRS
> package for NPL listing which requires scoring of the site; and to
> further characterize and define a site for a potential response
> action, i.e. to begin a Remedial Investigation (RI).

9\. Expanded Site Inspections/Remedial Investigation (ESI/RI)

> The vendor shall perform ESI/RI activities. The ESI/RI is used to
> expedite remedial response by gathering site characterization data
> common to both ESI and RI activities in one step, thereby expediting
> the later collection of data when comprehensive RI activities are
> preformed.

11\. Integrated Assessments (IA)

> The vendor shall assess the potential for short or long term clean-up
> actions; and perform IA activity in accordance with EPA OSWER Short
> Sheet 9345.16FS, AIntegrating Removal and Remedial Site Assessment
> Investigations,@ dated September 1993, and Removal Site Evaluation and
> Site Inspection documents referenced in Sections 1(b) Removal
> Assessments and 2(b) Site Inspections. The purpose of an IA is to
> gather data that meet the requirements of both a RA and a SI at the
> same site. The data gathering effort at theses sites may require field
> screening and full Vendor Laboratory Programs (CLP) analysis of
> samples.

**C. TECHNICAL SUPPORT ACTIVITIES**

The requirements under this section include the gathering and analysis
of technical information and related data, the preparation of draft
technical reports and related materials on oil and hazardous substance
investigation, assessment cleanup, disposal technologies, process
activities, operations, problems, and trends.

1\. Multi-media Surveys and Inspections

> The vendor shall provide technical support to EPA for multi-media
> surveys and inspections activities. EPA conducts multi-media surveys
> and inspections at facilities where hazardous substances are managed,
> treated, stored, or disposed. EPA also conducts these activities at
> the release of environmental hazardous substances. These activities
> may support multiple environmental regulations and/or programs.

2\. Treatability Studies

> The vendor shall perform treatability studies in accordance with EPA
> 540-R-92-071A, AGuide for Conducting Treatability Studies Under
> CERCLA,@ and OSWER Directive 9380-.3-10, NTIS Order Number#
> PB93-126787IN; and provide for laboratory, bench, and /or pilot scale
> treatability studies. The treatability study provides waste treatment
> and site specific response data to support the feasibility and use of
> technologies at a site.

3\. Engineering Evaluation and Cost Analysis (EE/CA)

> After EPA issues the EE/CA approval memorandum, the vendor shall
> conduct EE/CA activity in accordance with EPA 540-R-93-057, AGuidance
> on Conducting Non-Time Critical Removal Actions Under CERCLA,@ dated
> August 1993. EE/CA=s are required for non-time critical removal
> actions. The purpose of the Engineering Evaluation and Cost Analysis
> (EE/CA) is to allow public participation in the removal decision
> process, if time permits, and give consideration to alternatives to
> land disposal. The goal of an EE/CA is to identify the objectives of
> the removal action and to analyze various alternatives.

4\. Site Discovery Program

> The vendor shall support EPA=s determination of whether sites require
> additional site assessment activities by collecting, recording, and
> analyzing detailed information about the site; and perform site
> discovery activity in accordance with EPA OSWER Directive 9200.4-05,
> APre-CERCLIS Screening Guidance,@ dated September 30, 1996. The
> purpose of the Site Discovery Program is to determine whether sites
> require additional site assessment activities.

5\. Human Health/Ecological Risk Assessment

> The vendor shall perform human health and ecological risk assessments
> in accordance with relevant guidance. Toxicity values can be sought
> using the Integrated Risk Information System (IRIS), Health Effects
> Summary Tables, and other sources. Risk assessment may include, but is
> not limited to data collection and evaluation, exposure assessment,
> toxicity assessment, and risk characterization.

6\. Administrative Records Support

> The vendor shall provide technical support to EPA for compiling
> information for inclusion in the Administrative Record, as defined in
> Section 113(k) of CERCLA. As Administrative Record included records,
> data, and guidance that EPA used to determine the federal response
> action.

7\. Regional Response Center (RRC) Support

> The vendor shall provide support to the RRC as described under Section
> A, AResponse Activities,@ of this PWS.

8\. Regional Response Team (RRT) Support

> The vendor shall provide technical support to the RRT. The RRT is
> comprised of federal and state entities, as well as representatives of
> the response community, local governmental agencies, and interested
> members of the public.

9\. Enforcement Support

> The vendor shall provide EPA with technical support for government
> enforcement at sites. The primary goal of EPA=s enforcement program is
> to identify PRPs and to obtain voluntary settlement or, if necessary,
> to compel PRPs to implement site cleanups. Once the PRP has agreed to
> take response actions, the goal of the enforcement program is to
> ensure that the assessment or cleanup activities are performed in
> accordance with applicable statute(s), the NCP, and any other relevant
> guidance.

**D. DATA MANAGEMENT SUPPORT**

The vendor shall provide data management support to provide and utilize
hardware and software to provide information technology support in the
form of web applications; Geographical Information Systems (GIS);
Personal Data Assistant (PDA) application development; maintenance of
data applications utilized for inspections, investigations response, and
contingency planning; and be used routinely to enter, track, or retrieve
information and data developed during the performance of the contract.

**Communications Support**

The vendor shall have the capability to communicate and transmit data
both in and from the field. Communications capabilities shall include
radio, cell phone and satellite communication options. Capabilities
shall include both voice and data transmission in and from the field.
Field communications shall include the use of radios suitable for Level
A response activities and the use of repeaters to enhance field radio
transmissions. Data transmission may include exchange of information
within the field and between the field, office, Regional Response
Center, and internet based information management systems such as
WebEOC7, and www.epaosc.net. Data transmission shall utilize the most
efficient means such as dial-up, dsl, high speed cable, wireless, or
satellite transmission. The vendor shall have the ability to transmit
draft data from the field, during an emergency response, within 4 hours
of arrival at the scene.

**E. DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS**

In the course of performing tasks identified in this Performance Work
Statement (PWS), the vendor shall submit all analyses, options,
recommendations, reports, training materials, and any other work
products in draft form for review by the Contracting Officer (CO) or the
Contracting Officer=s Representative (COR) prior to use or distribution.

The vendor shall not publish, release, use, or disclose any work product
generated under this PWS without EPA=s advance written approval;
interpret EPA policies or regulations when conducting any training,
seminars, or presentations; and/or provide any legal advice or legal
interpretations.

The Government will make all final regulatory, policy, and
interpretative decisions resulting from vendor provided advice and
assistance; and will also make all final decisions regarding compliance
determinations, or the violations of an order, law, regulation, etc.

The vendor shall submit documents that demonstrate a good command and
correct usage of the English language (e.g, discussion of facts flow in
a coherent and organized manner); use proper grammar (noun and verb
tense correspond, etc.); and are free of incomplete sentences and
misspelled words.

For deliverables that contain recommendations, the vendor shall explain
or rank policy; explain or rank alternative actions; describe procedures
used to arrive at recommendations; summarize the substance of
deliberation; report any dissenting views; and cite sources relied upon.

The vendor will not provide any legal services to EPA under this
contract without the advance written approval of EPA=s Office of General
Counsel.

**STATEMENT OF WORK**

**APPENDIX 1**

**SPECIFIC TASKS LIST**

This list is **[not]{.underline}** intended to be all inclusive, but it
is a historically based list of tasks supporting the PWS requirements.
For ease of organization, tasks are arranged by the activity where they
have typically occurred first, for example, identification of local and
elected officials could be performed as either a Response or Assessment
activity. Since Response is the first activity in the PWS the task is
listed under Response. This exhibit structure **[does not
preclude]{.underline}** using a task in any other contract activity.

PWS Activities:

RESPONSE

ASSESSMENT

TECHNICAL SUPPORT

DATA MANAGEMENT

RESPONSE Sample Tasks

1.  Identify local and elected officials.

2.  Obtain site access documentation from affected parties.

3.  Collect and document facts regarding the discharge/release or threat
    of discharge/release to include its source and cause.

4.  Analyze the nature, amount, and location of discharged or released
    materials.

5.  Analyze the probable direction and time of travel of discharged or
    released materials.

6.  Analyze whether the discharge is a worst case discharge, in
    accordance with Sec. 300.324 of the NCP.

7.  Identify the pathways to human and environmental exposure.

8.  Analyze the potential risk to human health and the environment posed
    by the release of hazardous substances, contaminants or pollutants,
    and discharge of oil.

9.  Identify the pathway and nexus to navigable waters.

10. Analyze the potential impact on sensitive areas, natural resources,
    and property.

11. Develop options to abate, prevent, minimize, stabilize, mitigate,
    contain, control, eliminate, or remove the release or threat of
    release.

12. Prepare a sampling plan which describes the number, type, and
    location of samples and the type of analyses.

13. Monitor work of other federal vendors.

14. Coordinate with and assist other federal vendors, as directed by
    EPA.

15. Recommend waste disposal options.

16. Review completeness of disposal documentation, such as manifests,
    waste profile data, and other information.

17. Provide site security to prevent unauthorized access of any persons
    or animals to preserve public safety.

18. Provide site communications, for example, radios, repeaters,
    commercially available radio systems, telephones, and pagers.

19. Monitor and measure environmental conditions on a real-time basis
    using qualitative and quantitative instrumentation.

20. Identify site characteristics, for example, populations, sensitive
    environments, site usage, hydrogeological and meteorological
    conditions, and other pertinent site conditions.

21. Identify pollutant dispersal pathways.

22. Identify the extent of contamination, for example, soil, water, air,
    groundwater, sediments, and lagoon sludge.

23. Identify and confirm locations of areas of oil
    deposition/collection.

24. Identify locations for optimal for oil recovery.

25. Identify and develop strategies to protect sensitive areas.

26. Monitor for health and safety compliance.

27. Review and recommend health and safety procedures for response
    activities, such as OSHA levels of protection associated with a
    site.

28. Develop site specific Health and Safety Plans (HSPs) for field
    activities which comply with OSHA and EPA requirements.

29. Develop and submit a site sampling and Quality Assurance Project
    Plan (QAPP) for field activities to ensure the usability of the
    data.

30. Conduct both on-site and/or off‑site environmental sampling
    activities.

31. Provide analytical services to include the following: Contract
    Laboratory Program (CLP) (via sample coordinator); non-CLP
    (including EPA regional laboratory and regional analytical services
    contracts); field screening; and mobile laboratories

32. Perform air monitoring.

33. Perform analytical data validation.

34. Complete and maintain documentation of all vendor actions and costs.

35. Provide information to federal and state natural resource trustees
    to assist the trustees in the determination of actual or potential
    natural resource injuries. Documentation shall provide the
    following: the source and circumstances of the release; the identity
    of responsible parties; the response action taken; an accounting of
    vendor costs incurred in support of EPA response actions; and the
    impacts and potential impacts to the public health and welfare and
    the environment

36. Assist in search and rescue efforts.

37. Perform nuclear/biological/chemical sampling and analysis.

38. Decontaminate equipment and personnel. This includes not only the
    vendor=s but also Government-owned and operated equipment that is
    used exclusively by the Government, as well as any shared equipment.

39. Evaluate appropriate decontamination techniques and recommend
    procedures for setup and implementation.

40. Provide for emergency transportation services.

41. Acquire specialized transportation during emergencies and time
    critical events.

42. Provide transportation of emergency equipment via air and/or land
    support during emergencies and time critical events.

43. Procure office facilities during emergencies and time critical
    events.

44. Report to and work within the incident command structure.

45. Provide minor containment, transport, and disposal actions
    (generally not exceeding 40 hours per assignment).

46. Provide temporary stabilization prior to the mobilization of other
    responders.

47. Coordinate with state and Federal Natural Resource Trustees.

48. Provide cost analysis/information for response alternatives.

49. Document site-specific vendor costs incurred for response actions.

50. Observe and document federal, state, and private actions taken to
    conduct a response action.

51. Obtain permits from federal, state, or local agencies, associated
    with the vendors= response activities.

52. Develop and/or evaluate plans for the remediation of habitats
    affected by the release of hazardous substances and/or other aspects
    of site remediation activities. EPA will evaluate recommendations of
    the vendor and any final plans will be prepared by EPA.

    ASSESSMENT Sample Tasks

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26148. Locate and review existing site, facility, and/or release data.

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1.  Conduct off-site perimeter visual observation of the site.

2.  Conduct site visits to identify all potential hazards. Document site
    conditions with written and visual documentation.

3.  Conduct waste profile analyses.

4.  Assess potential impact to endangered species, historical sites, and
    other cultural resources.

5.  Conduct file reviews, for example, federal, state, and local agency
    records, to obtain background information to analyze releases of
    hazardous substances, pollutants, contaminants, or oil.

6.  Collect or review data such as site management practices,
    information from generators, photographs, historical photographic
    analyses, literature searches, and personal interviews.

7.  Identify active or historical facility processes or operations that
    may contribute to the release or threat of release of hazardous
    substances, pollutants, contaminants, or discharge of oil.

8.  Collect, analyze, and validate data in accordance with EPA standard
    methods for sample collection and analysis.

9.  Review and interpret environmental data.

10. Identify and address data gaps required to meet EPA assessment
    objectives, for example, background levels, applicable or relevant
    and appropriate requirements (ARARs), groundwater information.

11. Install monitoring wells and/or piezometers.

12. Conduct geophysical surveys/investigations.

13. Dispose of investigation derived wastes in accordance with EPA OSWER
    Directive 9345.3-02, AManaging IDW for Site Inspections.@

14. Determine pathway-specific receptors and surrounding population
    density.

15. Locate other environmentally sensitive receptors, for example,
    wetlands and endangered species.

16. Provide recommendations and options regarding the following:

-   identify releases that pose no significant threat to public health
    or the environment

-   whether an immediate threat to public health or the environment
    exists

-   potential need for a removal action

-   further investigation

-   no further action

-   state referral

-   referral to other federal agencies

-   referral to other EPA programs

-   facility actions

-   other actions

18. Collect or develop data to evaluate the release pursuant to the HRS.

19. Collect additional sampling data to adequately develop the HRS
    package.

20. Collect data required to better characterize the release for more
    effective and rapid initiation of the remedial
    investigation/feasibility Study (RI/FS) or response .

21. Generate preliminary HRS score.

22. Analyze site risks regarding whether site contaminants pose a
    current or potential risk to human health and the environment in the
    absence of any response action to include the following:

-   contaminant identification

-   exposure assessment

-   toxicity assessment

-   risk characterization

-   provide information necessary to determine whether or not a response
    is necessary at the site, provide justification for any response
    action proposed, and explain what exposure pathways need to be
    addressed

23\. Provide a hazard ranking system screening in accordance with EPA
OSWER Directive 9345.1-07, AThe Hazard Ranking System (HRS) Guidance
Manual,@ dated November 1992, using the PREScore software.

24\. Report the draft score to the EPA prior to proceeding with the
formal HRS package.

25\. Prepare a draft HRS package according to EPA guidance to include
the following: site summary, PREScore HRS score sheets, documentation
record, figures, maps, and references.

26\. Prepare full HRS documentation packages for review and approval by
EPA.

27\. Upon receipt of EPA=s comments, revise and submit a formal HRS
package.

28\. Update or revise the preliminary HRS Score.

29\. Identify data gaps.

30\. Perform desktop data collection and evaluation to support the
revised score.

31\. Perform analytical sampling.

32\. Conduct site visits and inspections as necessary to identify,
evaluate, and delineate habitat types including wetlands.

33\. Collect, review, and/or analyze topographic, photographic, and
available relevant data from scientific publications, federal, state and
local agencies, and academic institutions to provide support in the
identification of physical and biological factors to be considered in
the determination of areas and resources (physical and biological) that
have potentially been affected by the release of hazardous substances.

34\. Evaluate site data, media, habitats, and ecological relationships
to identify, analyze, and document pathways of contaminant migration and
concentration. This may include the use of computerized information
systems and models.

35\. Collect, preserve, identify, and prepare terrestrial and/or aquatic
biological specimens for population and community analysis. Evaluation
of gross pathology and individual organs and/or cells on a histological
or sub-cellular basis for any pathological changes resulting from the
release of hazardous substances, oil, or petroleum products.

36\. Design, perform, and analyze both field and laboratory
bioassay/toxicity tests on plant, invertebrate and vertebrate species.

TECHNICAL SUPPORT Sample tasks

27696. Locate and review files of waste generator(s), site owner(s),
       site operator(s), and other documents relating to past
       operator(s), for example, deeds, court transcripts.

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1.  Interview site owner(s),operator(s), state/local officials,
    residents, and other interested parties.

2.  Provide a written record of PRP identification efforts to assist EPA
    in determining cost liability.

3.  Identify PRPs.

4.  Analyze the accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of PRP reports.

5.  Document PRP activities and provide negotiation support.

6.  Verify PRP compliance with enforcement orders.

7.  Analyze PRP documents and actions for compliance with enforcement
    actions.

8.  Conduct deed and title searches.

9.  Provide appraisals of real property.

10. Provide financial analysis and corporate research.

11. Develop public information summaries for internet distribution.

12. Disseminate EPA-approved information to the public.

13. Provide expert testimony.

14. Provide health indication sampling and analysis.

15. Provide engineering design products and services.

16. Collect and compile data from spill reports, pollution reports
    (POLREPS) and spill notification phone lines.

17. Provide COR-approved information to the state, local, or natural
    resource trustee agencies.

18. Input data from spill reports.

19. Provide information for Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request
    responses and to evaluate facilities= release history for inclusion
    in COR specified internet websites.

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21. Maintain an electronic emergency information system that contains
    all contingency plans, databases, and geographic information
    necessary to support emergency operations. This system must be
    accessible from field locations via the internet.

22. Provide technical support to EPA for the identification of PRPs
    associated with a site, facility, and/or release.

23. Provide technical and administrative support to EPA for notification
    of PRPs as to their status related to a site, facility, and/or
    release.

24. Provide technical support to EPA in connection with proceedings
    against owners or operators of facilities operating in violation of
    reporting requirements and uncontrolled hazardous substances
    present. Such technical support will include providing background
    technical information to EPA in obtaining an injunction against
    continued use of the site, an order to undertake remedial action, or
    recovery of cost incurred by the government in undertaking such
    action.

25. Provide technical support to EPA in enforcement case development
    support including well drilling and sampling, field sampling,
    geophysical surveys, well inventories and other support to provide
    evidence to support EPA litigation or negotiation with PRPs. Work
    may be undertaken to fill a variety of data gaps related to extent
    of contamination and damages or to augment enforcement investigation
    efforts.

26. Provide technical and administrative support to EPA in the
    development of an enforcement plan.

27. Collect and review available data and background information about a
    site, facility, or release. This shall include information about the
    nature of the waste present, waste management at the site,
    environmental data, and health data. Collection of data also
    includes photographic and cartographic documentation of site
    conditions.

28. Analyze and document the extent of an incident, the potential
    hazards, type of resources needed, and the actions of the PRPs to
    respond.

29. Draft lessons learned reports.

30. Design, develop, prepare, analyze, and report observations of
    planning, training, and drills/exercises to provide options for
    preparedness and operational readiness of the RRT and the response
    community within the region.

31. Analyze responses to discharges of oil and releases of hazardous
    substances, pollutants or contaminants, assess equipment
    availability, readiness, and coordination among RRT member agencies,
    and other public and private agencies.

32. Document and analyze plans and planning efforts for the Regional
    Contingency Plan, Area Plans, and special subject plans.

Provide logistical support for scheduled RRT meetings.

34. Select and reserve meeting space.

35. Arrange site tours and meetings.

36. Develop visual aids to include computer driven presentations.

37. Document technical meeting minutes.

38. Provide a technical summary of the meeting.

39. Attend scheduled RRT meetings.

40. Develop and update the RRT mailing list, an RRT e-mail list, and an
    e-mail group distribution capability to send EPA approved and
    EPA-authorized notices.

41. Accompany the EPA during on‑site facility surveys and inspections at
    sites, facilities or releases where hazardous waste contaminants or
    pollutants are managed, treated, stored or disposed.

42. Record and document compliance with applicable or relevant and
    appropriate federal and state requirements related to environmental
    statutes such as the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act or the
    Clean Water Act (CWA).

43. Compile multi-media checklists to be used at sites, facilities, or
    releases. During the performance of multi-media surveys and
    inspections the vendor may have access to CBI. The vendor shall
    treat all CBI in accordance with the CBI clauses in the contract.

44. Perform literature surveys including the use of the Alternative
    Treatment Technology Information Center (ATTIC), the Superfund
    Innovative Technology Evaluation (SITE) Program, the Record of
    Decision Systems (RODS) database, and the Risk Reduction Engineering
    Laboratory (RREL) Treatability Database. Access to be provided by
    EPA, if necessary.

45. Prepare project planning documents to include the following: work
    plan, field operations plan, health and safety plan, and/or quality
    assurance project plan specifically for treatability study efforts.

46. Perform laboratory, bench, and/or pilot-scale testing of
    established, emerging, and/or innovative technologies.

47. Evaluate the effectiveness and compliance of the tested or proposed
    technologies with federal and state requirements. EPA will review
    all evaluations and make any and all decisions or determinations
    regarding the proposed technologies.

48. Report the findings of the studies to EPA.

49. Oversee and review treatability studies being performed by PRPs.

50. Provide technical and administrative support in the preparation of a
    draft EE/CA approval memorandum. All final EE/CA approval memoranda
    will be prepared by EPA.

51. Provide technical and administrative support in preparing a draft
    EE/CA report, which shall include the following sections: site
    characterization, identification of removal action objectives,
    identification of ARARs, identification and initial screening of
    removal action alternatives, analysis of removal action
    alternatives, comparative analysis, and selection of the removal
    action. While the vendor will analyze the alternative removal
    actions, final decisions, determinations and judgements will be made
    by EPA.

52. Provide technical and administrative support for the preparation of
    a summary of the responses by interested parties.

53. Conduct community interviews to develop an understanding of local
    concerns and desired involvement as part of the development of the
    Community Relations Plan.

54. Prepare a community relations plan in accordance with Community
    Relations in Superfund: A Handbook, January 1992.

55. Provide data management for tracking community relations activities,
    including milestones in community relations plans.

56. Establish and update information repositories at or near the
    facility.

57. Prepare general or site specific fact sheets.

58. Provide support in planning and conducting public meetings and
    technical discussions involving PRPs and the public. This support
    will include the provision of audio-visual aids and reports as
    required by EPA.

59. Assist in planning and conducting public briefings, conferences,
    workshops, community conferences, and training workshops.

60. Write and/or place newspaper notices regarding the availability of
    site-related documents and public meetings.

61. Provide recording/transcript services for public meetings or for the
    administrative record.

62. Prepare studies and reports evaluating the effectiveness of
    community relations efforts and other topics of general interest,
    such as how incineration is perceived, and how to improve on
    communication regarding alternative and innovative technologies.

63. Provide for a complete and operating public information office at
    locations specified by task orders. Such a public information office
    shall be maintained and operated by the vendor to provide the public
    with access to EPA generated informational documents concerning
    sites.

64. Assemble EPA-provided records.

65. Organize, maintain, and duplicate materials.

66. Compile documents for the administrative record.

67. Publicize location of the repository in local newspapers.

68. Coordinate records compilation with state offices and federal
    facilities.

69. Organize and compile records for enforcement cases.

70. Operate government-owned equipment at the direction of the OSC, to
    include vehicles.

71. Maintain and calibrate government equipment in accordance with OSC
    and/or manufacturer=s instructions, to include vehicles.

72. Pick up, transport, and deliver necessary government equipment to
    and from response sites, to include vehicles.

73. Decontaminate equipment operated by the government at a response
    site prior to its being transported away from that location.

74. Collect and summarize all incurred cost documentation in support of
    costs incurred, using existing cost documentation systems and adjust
    media storage to reflect EPA implementation of advances in automated
    methods.

75. Perform an audit of cost documentation based upon EPA provided
    guidance.

76. Produce a documentary audit trail to establish proof of costs
    incurred using existing systems and other documentation guidance.

77. Ensure that the cost document compilation is complete.

78. Provide technical support in developing proof to support allocation
    of non-site specific charges on a site specific basis.

79. Accumulate and verify all costs incurred in connection with a site
    or sites by reconciling all supporting documentation with data in
    agency financial and documentation systems.

80. Provide technical support in reviewing all cost documentation or
    accounting procedures for deficiencies and/or potential sources of
    challenge.

81. Maintain an organized cost package or cost document file that
    includes cost summaries for each cost element claimed together with
    organized supporting documentation.

82. Research state or other federal agency accounting procedures to the
    extent necessary to enable a complete audit of costs incurred by the
    state or other agency in connection with Superfund sites.

83. Review and analyze audits or technical reports for relevance to cost
    claims.

84. Provide technical support in the review of pertinent EPA files and
    documents necessary to substantiate a close-out memorandum. The
    close-out memorandum will be prepared by EPA, with technical support
    from the vendor, when appropriate.

85. Gather documents from EPA that authorized the work and documents
    that provide evidence that work was performed.

86. Provide support in collating, refiling, and organizing the above
    information as needed.

    DATA MANAGEMENT Sample Tasks

    Keep informed of all current/new information technologies and
    provide analysis and evaluation of these technologies in support of
    emergency response activities which include prevention,
    preparedness, and response.

    Provide data input/output services for digital and hard copy formats
    which meets user-defined Data Quality Objectives (DQO) and
    standards.

    Identify and incorporate appropriate DQOs for software and
    application development/maintenance of such programs.

    Develop data dictionary/meta data results for all applications and
    data collected.

    Identify/develop data sort/report generation capabilities
    appropriate for all program support activities.

    Provide data and report analysis for all data collected.

    Provide analysis of data utilization.