Leaking Petroleum Underground Storage Tank (LUST) Cleanup Fund Task Scope of Work (SOW) Document

Purpose of the Document

The Task Scope of Work (SOW) for the Leaking Petroleum Underground Storage Tank (LUST) Cleanup Fund outlines the responsibilities, deliverables, and performance criteria required to manage and remediate contaminated sites funded under the federal program. The SOW serves as a contract reference for state and tribal agencies, private contractors, and other stakeholders involved in the investigation, design, construction, and closure of LUST sites.

Key Objectives

• Identify and assess sites with petroleum releases that pose a threat to human health or the environment.
• Develop remedial action plans (RAPs) that meet EPA and state design standards.
• Execute remedial construction in accordance with approved plans, permits, and schedules.
• Monitor performance and document outcomes to ensure longterm protection.
• Facilitate transparent communication among fund managers, regulators, and affected communities.

Scope of Work Elements

1. Site Screening and Prioritization

Activities: Review historical records, conduct site visits, and evaluate preliminary data (e.g., soil and groundwater samples). Assign a priority ranking based on risk, exposure pathways, and remedial complexity.

2. Investigative Phase

Deliverables: Detailed investigation work plan, field data collection (soil borings, groundwater monitoring wells, vapor surveys), laboratory analysis, and a comprehensive Investigation Report.

3. Remedial Action Planning

Tasks: Develop a Remedial Action Plan (RAP) that includes selected remedial technologies, design specifications, cost estimates, and a schedule. The RAP must receive EPA or authorized state approval before construction.

4. Permitting and Regulatory Coordination

Assist the responsible party in obtaining all necessary permits (e.g., NPDES, air emissions, solid waste disposal) and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and tribal regulations.

5. Construction and Implementation

Scope: Execute remedial actions such as soil excavation, pumpandtreat systems, insitu chemical oxidation, or vapor extraction. Provide progress reports, qualitycontrol documentation, and field verification records.

6. Monitoring and Performance Evaluation

Develop a monitoring plan to assess the effectiveness of the remedy. Collect postconstruction data at defined intervals and compare results against cleanup criteria. Prepare a Performance Evaluation Report.

7. Closure and Documentation

Compile final site closure documentation, including the Closure Report, asbuilt drawings, operation and maintenance manuals, and a sitespecific Institutional Controls (if required). Submit all documents for regulatory acceptance.

8. Financial Management

Track expenditures, prepare quarterly cost reports, and ensure that all work stays within the allocated LUST Cleanup Fund budget. Conduct a final financial audit at project closeout.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Federal Fund Administrator: Provides overall funding guidance, approves RAPs, and ensures compliance with federal statutes.
• State/Territorial LUST Program: Manages the local portion of the program, conducts site screenings, and oversees contract administration.
• Contractor: Performs investigation, design, construction, monitoring, and reporting tasks as outlined in the SOW.
• Regulatory Agencies: Review permits, approve RAPs, and certify closure.
• Community Stakeholders: Receive timely information about site activities and have opportunities for public comment.

Performance Metrics

The following metrics will be used to evaluate contractor performance:

1. Timeliness completion of milestones within the established schedule.
2. Quality conformity of work to approved specifications and standards.
3. Budget Adherence expenditures not exceeding the approved cost baseline.
4. Risk Reduction measurable decrease in contaminant concentrations relative to baseline.
5. Regulatory Acceptance number of permits and approvals obtained without deficiencies.

Reporting Requirements

Regular reporting ensures transparency and enables early identification of issues. Required reports include:

• Monthly Progress Report work performed, schedule status, and any deviations.
• Quarterly Financial Report cost summary, forecast, and justification of expenditures.
• Investigation Report compiled after the investigative phase.
• Remedial Action Plan (RAP) submitted for approval prior to construction.
• Performance Evaluation Report postconstruction monitoring results.
• Final Closure Report comprehensive documentation of all activities and outcomes.

Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC)

All laboratory analyses must be performed by EPAapproved labs using standard methods (e.g., EPA 8260 for VOCs). Field QA/QC includes duplicate samples, field blanks, and chainofcustody procedures. Contractors shall submit a QA/QC plan for review and adopt corrective actions when data fall outside acceptable limits.

Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Requirements

Contractors must develop an HSE Plan that addresses personnel protective equipment, spill prevention, waste handling, and emergency response. All work must comply with OSHA standards, the EPAs Hazardous Waste Regulations, and any applicable state or tribal HSE statutes.

Change Management

Any modifications to the original SOWwhether scope, schedule, or costmust be documented through a formal Change Order. The Change Order requires justification, impact analysis, and approval by both the fund administrator and the state program.

Contact Information

For questions regarding the LUST Cleanup Fund SOW, please contact the program manager at:
Phone: (555) 1234567
Email: lustfund@epa.gov