Typhoon Green Waste Recovery
ID: FA5270-25-Q-A0011Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA5270 18 CONS PKAPO, AP, 96368-5199, USA

NAICS

Landscaping Services (561730)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- LANDSCAPING/GROUNDSKEEPING (S208)
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking sources for the Typhoon Green Waste Recovery project at Kadena Air Base in Okinawa, Japan. The procurement aims to identify contractors capable of providing comprehensive green waste and natural debris collection and removal services following typhoon events, ensuring safety and compliance with established service standards. This initiative is critical for effective waste management and recovery operations on military installations, particularly in response to natural disasters. Interested parties must submit their responses, including company details and qualifications, to A1C Ruoqing Qi by 1600 Japan Standard Time on January 22, 2025, as this is a sources sought notice for market research purposes only.

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    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for a contractor to provide green waste and natural debris collection, removal, and disposal services at Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan. The contractor must gather fallen trees, branches, and natural debris affecting safety and specified locations. Collection activities are monitored to ensure at least 90% adherence to service standards, with periodic reviews by the Contracting Officer Representative (COR). Services must be conducted daily from 0700 to 1900, and the contractor must follow Japanese road laws and meet strict insurance requirements. Security protocols require proper identification for all personnel, with background checks possible for base access. The contractor is responsible for documenting the weight and disposal fees for collected waste and must use the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) system for invoicing, subject to vendor validation by COR. The document serves as a critical operational guide for contractors seeking federal RFPs related to waste management on military installations, emphasizing compliance, performance thresholds, and safety protocols.
    The Typhoon Green Waste Recovery 2025 Performance Work Statement outlines the services required for the collection and removal of green waste and natural debris following typhoon events at Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan. The contractor will handle the cutting, trimming, collecting, and disposing of downed trees and other debris, focusing on predefined areas such as Area 16, Military Family Housing, and the Recycle Center. Collection will occur from Monday to Saturday, between 0700 and 1700 hours. The contract specifies the necessary qualifications for contractor personnel, including language proficiency in English and adherence to security protocols and traffic laws. Required insurance, in excess of Japanese law, includes automobile property damage and bodily injury coverage. Contractors must ensure that employees comply with identification and vehicle regulations for base access. The contractor is responsible for documenting and reporting the weight of the collected debris. By adhering to this Performance Work Statement, the project showcases the government's commitment to effective waste management and safety in military installations during emergency recovery operations.
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