The document, "BSA Comm, Rev. 23.0; (DATE May 23, 2025)" outlines the General Terms and Conditions for commercial products and services at Brookhaven National Laboratory. It defines key terms like "Agreement" and "BSA," establishes an order of precedence for contract documents, and details various clauses governing the relationship between Brookhaven Science Associates (BSA) and its contractors. Key areas covered include acceptance and modification of agreements, unauthorized obligations, workplace policies, environmental and safety reporting, assignment of agreements, dispute resolution, excusable delays, and termination for convenience or default. The document also addresses payment terms, changes, inspection, taxes, title and risk of loss, warranties, limitation of liability, compliance with laws (including IPv6 for IT acquisitions), patent and copyright indemnity, reporting of royalties, suspect/counterfeit items, applicable law, press releases, executive compensation reporting, employee identification (E-Verify), and numerous FAR and DEAR clauses incorporated by reference, covering diverse topics from gratuities and contingent fees to small business utilization, labor standards, and sustainable acquisition programs.
The Brookhaven Science Associates (BSA) Supplemental Terms and Conditions for Onsite Contractors outlines critical requirements for entities working at Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL). Key provisions include mandatory badging and orientation for all contractor and subcontractor employees, with specific documentation requirements for U.S. and non-U.S. citizens. The document also details a stringent controlled substance and alcohol-free workplace policy, including definitions, program implementation, and potential penalties for non-compliance, such as contract termination. Contractors must also adhere to strict accident and event reporting procedures, vehicle and material inspection protocols, and comprehensive insurance requirements. A significant portion emphasizes compliance with 10 CFR 851 and BSA’s Worker Safety and Health Program, mandating hazard analysis, exposure monitoring, and occupational medicine programs. Finally, it requires disclosure of participation in Foreign Government Talent Recruitment Programs to mitigate risks related to foreign influence and technology transfer.
Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) is issuing a Purchase Order (BNL-0000472660) for a Levante IR fs optical parametric oscillator (OPO), an advanced tool to extend the wavelength coverage of Coherent’s fs laser sources. The purchase is made by Brookhaven Science Associates (BSA), LLC under its Prime Contract with the U.S. Department of Energy. The document outlines general and special quality assurance requirements for suppliers, including adherence to ISO 9001, proper material protection, calibration of measuring equipment, and prevention of counterfeit parts. Specific requirements cover safety for various equipment types, Global Harmonized System compliance for chemicals, and age/shelf-life control. Suppliers must provide chemical and physical test reports, Certificates of Conformance, operating/maintenance manuals, and maintain records for at least three years. Traceability to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM)/Original Component Manufacturers (OCM) is mandated for products not purchased directly from them. The PO also details delivery instructions, payment terms, and contacts for inquiries.