1. 20-0033 Repair BPC Gym (B10550) SOW.pdf

Statement of Work 01 March 2021 Repair BPC Gym (B10550) Project No. 20-0033

Table of Contents

1. PROJECT REQUIREMENTS

1.1. PROJECT SUMMARY

1.2. GOVERNMENT TITLES/ROLES

1.3. MANDATORY CRITERIA

1.4. CODES, REGULATIONS AND REFERENCES

1.5. ORDER OF PRECEDENCE

1.6. CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS

2. PROJECT DESIGN/BUILD PHASES AND SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

2.3. DESIGN ANALYSIS

2.4. CALCULATIONS

2.5. DRAWINGS

2.6. SPECIFICATIONS

3. DESIGN / BUILD SUBMITTALS

3.1. DESIGN SUBMITTAL PHASES

3.2. CONSTRUCTION SUBMITTALS

3.3. AS-BUILT SUBMITTALS

4. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

4.1. GENERAL

4.2. REVIEW PERIODS

5. SCHEDULE

5.1. FORMAT

5.2. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

5.3. SAMPLE SCHEDULE

6. ON SITE CONSTRUCTION

6.1. GENERAL

6.2. SITE INFORMATION SIGNAGE

6.3. SAFETY PLAN

6.4. QUALITY CONTROL PLAN

6.5. MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS

7. STANDARD PRODUCT

7.1. MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

7.2. TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS

8. NON-RESTRICTIVE SPECIFICATIONS

8.1. GENERAL

9. PROHIBITED MATERIALS

9.1. GENERAL

10. BASE REQUIREMENTS

10.1. WASTE

10.2. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS

10.3. SUB-CONTRACTOR COORDINATION

10.4. SECURITY AND PARKING

10.5. VEHICULAR TRAFFIC

10.6. SANITARY PROVISIONS

10.7. POLLUTION ABATEMENT

10.8. FIRE PREVENTION

10.9. SAFETY FEATURES

10.10. SITE ACCESS

10.11. BCE WORK CLEARANCE REQUEST

10.12. EXCAVATIONS FOR UTILITIES

10.13. PRESERVING HISTORICAL AND ARCHAEOLOGICAL FINDS

11. GOVERNMENT FURNISHED ITEMS AND SERVICES

11.1. GENERAL

11.2. LAYDOWN YARD

11.3. GOVERNMENT PROVIDED DESIGN

12. CONTRACTOR FURNISHED ITEMS AND SERVICES

12.1. GENERAL

12.2. FIELD OFFICE

12.3. SAFETY BRIEFINGS

12.4. CONTRACTOR ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT

13. CONDITIONS OF WORK

13.1. BASE REGULATIONS

14. INSPECTIONS/QUALITY CONTROL/WORKMANSHIP/TESTING

14.1. PREPARATORY INSPECTION

14.2. PRELIMINARY AND FINAL INSPECTIONS

14.3. WORKMANSHIP

14.4. TESTING

15. EXISTING WORK AND RESTORATION OF DAMAGE CAUSED BY CONTRACTOR

15.1. GENERAL

16. PROTECTION OF LAND RESOURCES

16.1. GENERAL

17. WARRANTY

17.1. GENERAL

18. SITE / CIVIL

18.1. LOCATION OF PROJECT

18.2. SITE DESCRIPTION

18.3. ANTITERRORISM/FORCE PROTECTION

18.4. GENERAL

18.5. DIVISION 31 EARTHWORK

18.6. DIVISION 32 EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

18.7. DIVISION 33 UTILITIES

18.8. CODES AND REFERENCES

18.9. CONCRETE EQUIPMENT PADS

19. ARCHITECTURAL

19.1. GENERAL

19.2. DIVISION 01 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

19.3. DIVISION 02 EXISTING CONDITIONS

19.4. DIVISION 04 MASONRY

19.5. DIVISION 05 METALS

19.6. DIVISION 07 THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

19.7. DIVISION 08 OPENINGS

19.8. DIVISION 09 FINISHES

19.9. DIVISION 10 SPECIALTIES

19.10. DIVISION 12 FURNISHINGS

19.11. CODES AND REFERENCES

20. STRUCTURAL

20.1. GENERAL

20.2. DIVISION 03 CONCRETE

20.3. STRUCTURAL INSPECTIONS

21. MECHANICAL

21.1. GENERAL

21.2. DIVISION 21 FIRE SUPPRESSION

21.3. DIVISION 22 PLUMBING

21.4. DIVISION 23 HEATING, VENTILATING, AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC)

21.5. DIVISION 25 INTEGRATED AUTOMATION/ CONTROL

21.6. CODES AND REFERENCES

21.7. TESTING AND BALANCING

21.8. MECHANICAL INSPECTION

21.9. FACTORY STARTUP

22. ELECTRICAL

22.1. GENERAL

22.2. DIVISION 26 ELECTRICAL

22.3. CODES AND REFERENCES

22.4. CABLING

22.5. POWER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM

22.6. ELECTRICAL IDENTIFICATION

22.7. ELECTRICAL INSPECTIONS

22.8. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TESTING

23. COMMUNICATIONS

23.1. GENERAL

23.2. DIVISION 28 ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

23.3. CODES, REGULATIONS AND REFERENCES (FIRE DETECTION)

24. ATTACHMENTS

25. EXHIBITS

1. PROJECT REQUIREMENTS

1.1. Project Summary

1.1.1. This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the minimum requirements for a complete Design/Build project to repair the BPC Gym (B10550) as described herein. This project is to include the design, engineering, consultant coordination, procurement, logistical planning and construction required to allow the GOVERNMENT to maintain a complete and usable BPC Gym facility upon completion of the project.

1.1.1.1. The GOVERNMENT provided drawings and SOW included in this Solicitation Package are schematic in nature and do not represent a complete project. The Government makes no representation regarding the accuracy or completeness of these documents. It shall be the DESIGN/BUILD CONTRACTOR who completes the required engineering and takes responsibility for the final design of this project.

1.1.1.2. The CONTRACTOR’s design/build submittals shall further develop and define all engineering requirements identified during periodic submittals and reviews, coordinating the information supplied in this SOW, providing a complete and fully operational BPC Gym when completed.

1.1.2. A summary of this project is identified as follows:

1.1.2.1. Site Requirements:

1.1.2.1.1. The CONTRACTOR shall design, construct and, connect existing electrical service to the new sunshade as part of Repair BPC Gym (B10550) facility as described herein and as shown on Civil Drawing Sheet C-1.1.

1.1.2.1.2. The CONTRACTOR shall design (paving, grading, and drainage) and execute the rough and final grading of the site as described herein and as shown on Civil Drawing Sheet C-1.1.

1.1.2.1.3. The CONTRACTOR shall coordinate with the GOVERNMENT on relocation of the existing rock barrier.

1.1.2.1.4. The CONTRACTOR shall design foundations of adequate size and strength as described herein and as shown on Civil Drawing Sheet C-1.1.

1.1.2.1.5. The CONTRACTOR shall prepare an overall site plan indicating but not limited to the extent of demolition, construction, location of temporary fences, laydown yard and temporary facilities.

1.1.2.2. Exterior Requirements:

1.1.2.2.1. The CONTRACTOR shall design and construct all Cast-In-Place concrete pads as described herein and as shown on Civil Drawing Sheet C-1.1.

1.1.2.3. Interior Space Requirements:

1.1.2.3.1. The CONTRACTOR shall design, furnish and install all building systems including walls, flooring, ceilings, doors, mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, electrical systems, and other associated equipment as described herein and shown on all drawing attachments.

1.1.2.3.2. The CONTRACTOR shall provide interior and exterior painting for entire facility as described herein and shown on all drawing attachments.

1.1.2.3.3. During construction, the CONTRACTOR shall allow facility shutdown of designated space while remaining spaces are fully operational.

1.1.2.3.4. The CONTRACTOR shall not be permitted to perform tasks of a subsequent phase or move on to the next phase until all the requirements of the current phase have been met, approved by the CO and an NTP has been issued.

1.1.2.4. Mechanical Requirements:

1.1.2.4.1. The CONTRACTOR shall provide extensive phase of documentation of the existing HVAC condition of B10550. The existing chillers, pumps, humidifiers, AHU-1 thru AHU-5, and ducting system serving the BPC Gym requires investigation. Mechanical requirements shall be in accordance UFC 3-410-01, Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning Systems, International Mechanical (IMC), as described herein and as shown on Mechanical Drawing Sheets M-1.0 and M-2.0.

1.1.2.4.2. The CONTRACTOR shall provide a final report prior to start of work for final approval by the GOVERNMENT.

1.1.2.4.3. The CONTRACTOR shall bring existing facility to desired cooling set points, moisture levels, and required heating and cooling levels in accordance to but not limited to UFC 3-410-01, Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning Systems and International Mechanical Code (IMC).

1.1.2.5. Plumbing Requirements:

1.1.2.5.1. The CONTRACTOR shall design, furnish, and install all plumbing fixtures, associated domestic water supply and electric water heaters in accordance with UFC 3-420-01, Plumbing Systems, International Plumbing Code (IPC), as described herein and as shown on Plumbing Drawing Sheets P-1.0.

1.1.2.5.2. The CONTRACTOR shall design, furnish, and install all new pool system and associated fixtures such as, shut off valve, pumps with backflow preventer, and piping support as described herein and as shown on Plumbing Drawing Sheets P-1.0.

1.1.2.5.3. The CONTRACTOR shall design, furnish, and install a new saline-chlorination unit with automated controls in accordance to manufacturer recommendations and as described herein.

1.1.2.6. Electrical Requirements:

1.1.2.6.1. The CONTRACTOR shall furnish and install service feeders, electrical distribution system and lighting system in accordance with UFC Series 3- 500 ELECTRICAL, NFPA 70 National Electric Code, as described herein and as shown on Electrical Drawing Sheets E-1.0, E-2.0, E-2.5, E-4.0, and E-4.1.

1.1.2.7. Fire Protection Requirements:

1.1.2.7.1. The CONTRACTOR shall secure the services of a certified fire protection engineer to, adjust, test and balance, and repair as required to existing fire suppression system. The CONTRACTOR shall provide hydraulic calculations and ensure automatic sprinklers our connected to the fire alarm detection system (see 1.1.2.8 Communications Requirements) in accordance with UFC 3-600-01, Fire Protection Engineering for Facilities, NFPA 13.

1.1.2.7.2. The CONTRACTOR to perform a complete inspection, testing and upgrade (if required) of existing system. The CONTRACTOR to issue a final report prior to start of work for final approval by the GOVERNMENT.

1.1.2.8. Communications Requirements:

1.1.2.8.1. The CONTRACTOR shall secure the services of a certified fire protection engineer to demolish existing fire detection system and design, furnish, and install a new fire detection system to include but not limited to all smoke and heat detectors, pull stations, alarm/strobes and fire alarm control panel, and fire alarm transmitter in accordance with NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code.

1.1.2.8.2. The CONTRACTOR shall secure the services of a registered fire protection engineer to design the layout for complete coverage (interior, exterior) of a facility MNS to only include peripheral components and devices.

Peripherals to include all necessary and required panels, amber alert strobes, speakers, combination strobe/speakers, audio amplifiers, booster panels, battery units, etc.

1.1.2.8.3. The CONTRACTOR shall interface the installation into the FACP and MNCP as a complete facility FAS and MNS. Interface shall include panel supervision and all necessary programming modifications within FACP and

MNCP.

1.1.2.8.4. The CONTRACTOR shall interface and provide expanded capability of the MNS to broadcast wide area announcements within the facility via the giant voice (GV) system. Contractor shall provide giant voice interface by Acoustic Technology (ATI) Mass Alert Software (MAS) or equal.

1.1.2.8.5. The CONTRACTOR shall test and fully commission the MNS for final acceptance. MNS system shall be capable of broadcasting real time messages and pre-recorded messages from the GV, system, local operating consoles and remote operating consoles.

1.2. Government Titles/Roles

1.2.1. The CO shall be the only entity to direct the CONTRACTOR and act on behalf of the government. All references within this document to “the GOVERNMENT” refer to the CO. On occasions, the CO may appoint a Contracting Officer Representative (COR) to act on their behalf for specific tasks. Additionally, the CO may designate a Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative (COTR) to provide government Quality Assurance and Inspection. Typically the COTR may be referred to as the BCE, Project Manager (PM), or Construction Manager (CM).

1.3. Mandatory Criteria

1.3.1. The Solicitation Package documents provide mandatory design criteria. Mandatory design criteria consists of schematic drawings, specifications, and other requirements which shall not be altered or modified for proposal, design and/or construction except for adjustments addressing coordination issues or cost reduction proposals.

1.4. Codes, Regulations and References

1.4.1. All design, fabrication of component systems and construction work shall adhere to the most current American, Qatari and International building codes and References.

These Building Codes and References include but are not limited to the following:

• Air Force Engineering Technical Letters (AFETL)

• Air Force Instructions (AFI) / Air Force Manual (AFMAN)

• American Concrete Institute (ACI)

• American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)

• American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)

• International Building Code (IBC)

• International Electro-technical Commission (IEC)

• International Fire Code (IFC)

• International Mechanical Code (IMC)

• International Plumbing Code (IPC)

• KAHRAA MAA Regulations

• National Electric Code (NEC)- NFPA 70

• National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

• Qatari Construction Specifications (QCS)

• Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC)

• Unified Facility Guideline Specifications (UFGS)

1.4.2. The most stringent code shall apply in all cases. Deviations from the codes can only be approved by the Contracting Officer (CO) in writing.

1.4.3. Project Electrical Installation:

1.4.3.1. All electrical work must be performed by a KAHRA MAA approved licensed CONTRACTOR. The Prime CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for the hiring of an approved KAHRA MAA CONTRACTOR to carry out electrical systems' construction.

1.4.3.2. The CONTRACTOR shall supply with its proposal, a copy of the CONTRACTOR’s KAHRA MAA certificate.

1.4.4. All work shall be in compliance with AFMAN 91-203, Air Force Consolidated Occupational Safety Instruction, latest edition 11 December 2018 and the Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements Manual (EM 385-1-1, 2014 Version).

1.5. Order of Precedence

1.5.1. In case of conflict, duplication, or overlap of design criteria specified in the documents referenced in this section, the following order of precedence shall be followed:

• General written design requirements within RFP narrative

• General guidance from referenced publications herein

• Drawings

1.5.2. The GOVERNMENT shall be the final arbiter for conflicts and interpretation of the SOW, Codes and Regulations.

1.6. Contractor Requirements

1.6.1. Design/Build CONTRACTOR Requirements:

1.6.1.1. GOVERNMENT provided drawings and SOW are schematic in nature and do not represent a complete project. The Government makes no representation regarding the accuracy or completeness of these documents. It shall be the DESIGN/BUILD CONTRACTOR who completes the required engineering and takes responsibility for the final design for the project. The CONTRACTOR’s design/build submittals shall further develop and define all requested building information and engineering requirements identified during all periodic submittals and reviews, coordinating the information supplied in this SOW providing a complete and fully operational BPC Gym.

This project shall be designed and built by a single DESIGN/BUILD CONTRACTOR.

The CONTRACTOR may be a single firm or a team of firms that includes registered Architects and Engineers either employed by or subcontracted to the CONTRACTOR. Licensing jurisdiction of Architects and Engineers of record shall be verifiable under the provisions of Article (7) of the Law No. (19) for the year 2005, Regulating the Practice of Engineering Professions (the “Engineering Law”) published by the State of Qatar, Ministry of Municipality and Urban Planning.

1.6.1.2. Overview of Engineering Law rules: Pursuant to Article 7 of the Engineering Law, no engineer may practice without enrolment in the “Register of Engineers” and no engineering consultancy may be undertaken without enrolment in the “Register of Local Engineering Consultancy Offices” or “Register of International Engineering Consultancy Offices”.

1.6.1.3. Enrollment in these three registers is considered as a license to practice in the field of engineering.

1.6.1.4. The CONTRACTOR shall submit proof of Engineer’s registration with the solicitation response.

1.6.1.5. The CONTRACTOR shall serve as Architect/Engineer-of-Record, whether the CONTRACTOR utilizes services of licensed architects and engineers employed by its firm or subcontracts with independent architectural and/or engineering firm(s).

1.6.1.6. The CONTRACTOR is encouraged to develop and submit cost savings proposals for innovative design alternatives as the project design evolves. All alternatives must be approved by the CO prior to incorporation into the project.

1.6.1.7. The CONTRACTOR shall be solely liable for design errors and/or omissions and shall be insured as the A/E firm against design errors and omissions.

1.6.1.8. The Contractor shall maintain in accordance with Qatari Law, an Annual Contractors All Risk Insurance policy covering all civil works projects.

1.6.1.9. A list of the available drawings is identified under Section 24, Attachments. The information is to be used for reference only and the CONTRACTOR shall be responsible to verify all information and include additional items required to provide a complete and fully operational BPC Gym. All construction, delivery, and products must meet the requirements of the project scope and facility management.

1.6.1.10. The CONTRACTOR shall familiarize him/herself with all material, fabrication, installation and performance criteria, recommendations and standards publications.

These publications are found in each Unified Facility Guide Specification (UFGS) section, Part 1 General, 1.1 References.

1.6.1.11. The CONTRACTOR shall familiarize him/herself with the Al Udeid Air Base Architectural Building and Sign Standards.

2. PROJECT DESIGN/BUILD PHASES AND SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

2.1. Project Phases

2.1.1. Each Project shall be apportioned into four (4) definable phases. Two (2) of which require an NTP be issued by the CO prior to the CONTRACTOR proceeding to subsequent phases. The phases are as follows:

2.1.1.1. Administrative

2.1.1.1.1. The CONTRACTOR shall make application for and receive a base access pass for each member of the Administrative, Design, Consultant, Construction and Commissioning team member required to provide the GOVERNMENT with a complete and usable facility.

2.1.1.1.2. The CONTRACTOR shall coordinate base access for the required personnel with its construction schedule to avoid delays in the Period of Performance

(POP).

2.1.1.1.3. The CONTRACTOR shall not be permitted to perform tasks of a subsequent phase until all the requirements of this phase have been met, approved by the CO and an NTP has been issued for the next phase.

2.1.1.2. Design/Materials: NTP Required.

2.1.1.2.1. The CO shall issue a NTP for the Design and Long Lead Materials submittals.

2.1.1.2.2. The CONTRACTOR shall prepare and submit for review a Construction Document, Shop Drawing and Product submittal schedule.

2.1.1.2.3. Lead times longer than 30 days shall be identified on the submittal schedule and sufficient schedule time shall be granted for their procurement.

2.1.1.2.4. The CONTRACTOR shall prepare a design appropriate to the Preliminary (65%) complete Construction Documents requirements as described herein.

2.1.1.2.5. The CONTRACTOR shall not be permitted to proceed to the Final (95%) Construction Document phase until all the requirements of this phase have been met, and approved by the CO.

2.1.1.2.6. The CONTRACTOR shall prepare a design equivalent to Final (95%) complete Construction Documents requirements as described herein.

2.1.1.2.7. Each design submittal shall be presented in its entirety. Individual drawings and/or discipline specific submittals shall not be accepted.

2.1.1.2.8. The CONTRACTOR shall update the Project Schedule reflecting work completed and notify the CO if any projected delays or modification to the schedule are required.

2.1.1.2.9. The CONTRACTOR shall not be permitted to perform tasks of a subsequent phase until all the requirements of this phase have been met, approved by the CO and an NTP has been issued for the next phase.

2.1.1.3. Construction: NTP Required.

2.1.1.3.1. The CONTRACTOR shall obtain a Base Civil Engineer Work Clearance Request (AF Form 103) from the CO or designated representative at the pre-construction conference prior to commencement of site work.

2.1.1.3.2. The CONTRACTOR shall apply for and maintain active dig permits during excavation activities and when required by the project. The CONTRACTOR shall have a copy of the dig permit present onsite during all excavation activities. If the CONTRACTOR damages a utility, the CONTRACTOR shall contact the CO or designated representative immediately.

2.1.1.3.3. The CONTRACTOR shall obtain a Welding, Cutting and Brazing Permit (AF Form 592) prior to commencement of all hot work and when required as part of the Scope of Work Hot work includes, but is not limited to, welding, cutting, brazing operations and the use of tar kettles. The CONTRACTOR shall ensure that controls are in place to protect adjacent work centers as applicable (e.g. UV shielding, local exhaust ventilation, warning signs, etc.)

The CONTRACTOR shall submit their completed AF Form 592 to the CO or designated representative for approval and coordination. The Fire Prevention office is the POC for all AF Form 592 Hot Work Permits located at Fire Station 1 (B10130). The CONTRACTOR shall update the Project Schedule reflecting work completed and notify the CO if any projected delays or modification to the schedule are required.

2.1.1.3.4. The CONTRACTOR shall not be permitted to perform tasks of a subsequent phase until all the requirements of this phase have been met, approved by the CO.

2.1.1.4. Project Closeout/Post Construction:

2.1.1.4.1. The CONTRACTOR shall schedule and perform all inspections, tests, start-up and commissioning operations as described herein prior to acceptance of the work by the GOVERNMENT.

2.1.1.4.2. The CONTRACTOR shall make available to the CO all test results prior to the acceptance of the work by the GOVERNMENT.

2.1.1.4.3. The CONTRACTOR shall prepare and deliver to the CO a letter of warranty for workmanship and defective materials as described herein.

2.1.1.4.4. The CONTRACTOR shall prepare and deliver to the CO a complete As-built document package as described herein.

2.2. Submittal Requirements

2.2.1. Each Interim Design Submittal shall include:

• Design Analysis (See section 2.3)

• Manufacturers’ information (See paragraph 2.2.5)

• Calculations (See section 2.4)

• Drawings (See section 2.5)

• Specifications (See section 2.6)

2.2.2. All items required for submission shall be accompanied with a USAF Form 3000 and shall indicate the submittal number as it corresponds to the submittal schedule, content and media. Soft submittals shall be converted to Microsoft Word or Adobe Portable Format (PDF) and transmitted to the CO by email. Hard submittals (samples or mock-ups) shall be of a size sufficient to determine its material content and color.

Whenever possible, hard submittals shall be accompanied by manufacturer’s literature.

2.2.3. Review Comments: Copies of all previous design phase review comments and the actions assigned to them shall be included with each submission of the design analysis.

2.2.4. Meeting Minutes: The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for keeping minutes of all meetings, calls and emails with the GOVERNMENT and its representatives. Meeting Minutes shall be delivered to the Government within five (5) calendar days of the meeting date. The government shall have five (5) calendar days to either comment or accept the meeting minutes as transmitted.

2.2.5. Manufacturers’ Information: Consists of catalog cuts, manufacturer's safety data sheets (SDS), and color selections for all materials and equipment. Manufacturer’s information shall be included in the Design Analysis (DA) submittal. Manufacturer’s information in the DA may also be used as construction submittals with approval of the GOVERNMENT.

2.3. Design Analysis

2.3.1. The Design Analysis is a written explanation of the project design which is expanded and revised for each submission. The Design Analysis contains a summary of the Basis of Design including building occupancy and the construction classification; also include design criteria furnished by the GOVERNMENT including letters, codes, references, and pertinent design research.

2.3.2. The Design Analysis contains analyses, such as life-cycle cost analyses, of each major building system and material and a constructability analysis. The justification of each major selection and design decision is to be stated clearly.

2.4. Calculations

2.4.1. Design calculations, computerized and manual, are to be included in the Design Analysis. Narrative descriptions of design solutions are to be included as well. Written material may be illustrated by diagrams and sketches to convey design concepts.

2.4.2. The CONTRACTOR shall provide, at a minimum:

2.4.2.1. Structural, Fire, Plumbing, Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC), Lighting, Power and all other calculations necessary to demonstrate the design shall function properly.

2.5. Drawings

2.5.1. Comply with the following computer aided drafting (CAD) deliverable standards:

2.5.2. Comply with DoD A/E/C CAD Standards latest version, publication ERDC/ITL TR-09-2

2.5.2.1. Provide drawings using AutoCAD 2009 or later files in electronic format for each submittal.

2.6. Specifications

2.6.1. The CONTRACTOR shall provide a Project Manual (Specifications) for each Material and Activity required to install said material.

2.6.2. Only Unified Facilities Guide Specification (UFGS) available at www.wbdg.org are to be used on this project unless otherwise noted. These guide specifications contain notes with design information to the specifier and designer. The A-E shall examine these notes and check the drawings and other submittal data to be sure that they are coordinated with the specifications. SpecsIntact is the preferred software for preparing specifications. Software is available at http://specsintact.ksc.nasa.gov.

Where a specification is not available in UFGS format, CONTRACTOR may use a commercial or in-house specification formatted to comply with the UFGS format.

3. DESIGN / BUILD SUBMITTALS

3.1. Design Submittal Phases

3.1.1. Preliminary Design Submittal (65% Design Submittal):

3.1.1.1. The Preliminary Design Submittal shall reflect a 65% complete design effort including a Design Analysis, Manufacturers Information, Calculations, Drawings, and Specifications required to document the work, incorporating the Concept Design Submittal Review Comments and Responses.

3.1.2. Preliminary Design Submittal Requirements:

3.1.2.1. Design Analysis: See Section 2.3.

http://specsintact.ksc.nasa.gov/

3.1.2.2. Civil: Include Survey, Geotechnical Report and address grading, paving, drainage and improved earthen pad.

3.1.2.3. Architectural: Relevant regulations, code analysis, facility use, and construction description.

3.1.2.4. Structural: Relevant regulations, proposed, basic load design criteria and description of substructure and superstructure.

3.1.2.5. Building Services (Mechanical): Relevant regulations, design criteria, system descriptions for mechanical, plumbing, fire protection and other systems.

3.1.2.6. Electrical: Relevant regulations, design criteria, system descriptions for power, lighting, grounding, lighting protection, electrical services.

3.1.2.7. Communications: Only Outside Plant requirements apply.

3.1.2.8. Equipment and Material cut sheets and color selections

3.1.2.9. Specifications: Provide UFGS sections edited with strike out to show what text has been deleted.

3.1.2.10. Provide Preliminary Design drawings to include but not be limited to the following:

3.1.2.10.1. Civil:

• Survey: CONTRACTOR shall survey the site to locate all existing conditions on the site.

• Site location map and location plan showing geographic location of project relative to existing facilities, roads, streets, etc.

• Demolition plans at a legible scale showing quantities, locations and type of materials to be removed and added.

• Site plan: All roads, parking, sidewalks and loading zones

• Grading plan: showing all topographic and grading information

• Utilities Plan: showing connections, routing and capacities of all utilities

• Details: all civil engineering details required to complete the installation of the work

• Geotechnical Report

3.1.2.10.2. Architectural:

• Key plan showing the location of the project within an existing facility if the project is maintenance, repair or renovation.

• New floor plans at a legible scale showing dimensions and functional arrangements of all areas. It shall include exits and utility spaces properly related to exterior access, service areas, etc.

• Reflected Ceiling plans: showing all ceiling mounted devices including lighting, fire, mechanical, electrical, and communications.

• Roof plan

• Exterior elevations

• Interior details: at a minimum include enlarged plans, fixture mounting elevations, and partition details.

• Schedules: at a minimum provide an opening schedule listing all doors, windows, openings, louvers and hardware.

3.1.2.10.3. Mechanical:

• Plans showing features such as locations and capacities of mechanical equipment, heating and cooling loads for each room, and plumbing fixture locations.

• Schedules of mechanical equipment at a minimum including HVAC units, fans, and louvers.

3.1.2.10.4. Plumbing:

• Plans showing features such as locations and capacities of plumbing equipment and devices.

• Isometric diagrams of plumbing, sanitary, domestic water, process water, and gasses.

• Schedules of plumbing equipment at a minimum including fixtures and other devices.

3.1.2.10.5. Electrical:

• Plans showing features such as location, capacity and space requirements of major equipment, lighting, power and communications.

• Schedules of electrical components at a minimum including lighting, power devices panel schedules.

• One line diagrams

3.1.2.10.6. Communications:

• Schedules of communications components.

• One line diagrams

3.1.2.11. Schedule of Material Submittals: Provide a detailed list of submittals that shall be provided during construction.

3.1.2.12. Construction Schedule: Provide an updated Construction Schedule.

3.1.3. Acceptance of the Technical Proposal does not imply acceptance of the Preliminary Design Phase Submittal. CONTRACTOR may be required to revise and resubmit the design concept based on review comments by the GOVERNMENT.

3.1.4. Contractor responses to Government review comments shall be noted in the appropriate location on the Comment Matrix and crossed referenced to the revised drawing which will be clouded and annotated with the corresponding Comment Matrix item number.

3.1.5. Final Design Submittal (95% Design Submittal):

3.1.5.1. The Final Design Submittal shall reflect a 95% complete design effort including a signed and sealed Design Analysis, Manufacturers Information, Calculations, Drawings, and Specifications required to document the work incorporating the Preliminary Design Submittal Review Comments and Responses.

3.1.6. Final Design Submittal Requirements:

3.1.6.1. Design Analysis: See Section 2.3

3.1.6.1.1. The Design Analysis submitted for review shall be in its final form. The Design Analysis shall include all backup material previously submitted and revised as necessary.

3.1.6.1.2. All design calculations shall be included.

3.1.6.1.3. All material cut sheets and color selections shall be included.

3.1.6.1.4. The Design Analysis shall contain all explanatory material giving the design rationale for all design decisions which would not be obvious to an engineer reviewing the final drawings and specifications.

3.1.6.1.5. The annotated Design Checklist shall be included signed by the A/E verifying that each item on the list has been checked.

3.1.6.2. Drawings

3.1.6.2.1. The contract drawings submitted for review shall include the drawings previously submitted which have been revised and completed as necessary. The A/E is expected to have completed all constructability and coordination checks and have the drawings in a ready-to-construct condition.

3.1.6.2.2. The drawings shall be complete at this time, incorporating all design review comments generated by the Preliminary design review.

3.1.6.2.3. The drawings shall contain all the details necessary to assure a clear understanding of the work throughout construction.

3.1.6.3. Specifications

3.1.6.3.1. The specifications submitted for review shall be in final form, including all specification sections required for the design.

3.1.6.3.2. The identification of all aspects of the project that must be addressed in the Special Clauses, or Contract Clauses to be used for the proposed project, shall also accompany this submittal.

3.1.7. Acceptance of the Technical Proposal does not imply acceptance of the Preliminary Design Phase Submittal. The CONTRACTOR may be required to revise and resubmit the design concept based on review comments by the GOVERNMENT.

3.1.8. Contractor responses to Government review comments shall be noted in the appropriate location on the Comment Matrix and crossed referenced to the revised drawing which will be clouded and annotated with the corresponding Comment Matrix item number.

3.2. Construction Submittals

3.2.1. The Air Force (AF) Schedule of Material Submittals Form (FORM 66) shall be provided to the CONTRACTOR upon award of this contract. The provided AF FORM 66 is dependent upon the CONTRACTOR’s proposed systems, materials, and construction processes and therefore should be considered as only a guideline for minimum requirements.

3.2.2. The CONTRACTOR shall prepare and submit a Submittal Schedule for GOVERNMENT review to de-conflict other installation events and construction projects, escort requirements and GOVERNMENT onsite quality control points.

3.2.3. Lead times longer than 30 days shall be identified on the submittal schedule and sufficient schedule time shall be granted for their procurement.

3.2.4. Construction Submittals shall include (but not limited to):

• Shop Drawings

• Product Data

• Samples

• Design Data

• Test Reports

• Certificates

• Manufacturer’s Instructions

• Manufacturer’s Field Reports

• Operation and Maintenance Data

• Closeout Submittals

3.2.5. Each submittal is to be complete and in sufficient detail to allow ready determination of compliance with contract requirements.

3.2.6. Each submittal shall include CONTRACTOR’s, Manufacturer’s or Fabricator’s drawings;

descriptive literature including (but not limited to) catalog cuts, diagrams, operating charts or curves; test reports; test cylinders; samples; O&M manuals (including parts list); certifications; warranties and other such required submittals.

3.2.7. Submittal items from general catalogs shall have the specific item individually identified by highlighting, or arrows. Submittals shall be concise, referenced to codes, and readily identifiable upon initial review.

3.2.8. Material or equipment items for which a capacity, sizing, or rating calculation is required shall be accompanied with detailed technical calculations supporting the submitted material. Units utilized in calculations shall be identical to catalog data provided as part of the material submittal for ready inspection of alignment between the data and the calculated requirement. All input assumptions shall be clearly identified as part of the calculation procedure. Where computerized calculations software is utilized, the input data file along with hand calculations verifying base scenario shall be included with the submittal.

3.2.9. Each Submittal (Final Calculations, Drawings and Specifications) shall be stamped and signed by the registered Professional Engineer responsible for the design.

3.2.10. All items meeting the above criteria shall be submitted for GOVERNMENT review. It is the CONTRACTOR’s responsibility to identify additional items for GOVERNMENT review in writing before construction operations begin or procurement of the specific material, equipment, schedule, or process.

3.2.11. The CONTRACTOR shall make all corrections required by the GOVERNMENT and promptly furnish a corrected submittal in the form and number of copies specified for the initial submittal. After the GOVERNMENT approves a design submittal, the GOVERNMENT shall not consider any re-submittal for the purpose of substituting materials or equipment unless accompanied by an explanation of why a substitution is necessary and benefits the GOVERNMENT.

3.2.12. A minimum of 20 Calendar days shall be scheduled for GOVERNMENT review, approval or rejection of the CONTRACTOR’s Submittals.

3.2.13. If the submittal is not approved, the CONTRACTOR shall revise and resubmit in ten

(10) calendar days. Once the resubmittal is provided, the GOVERNMENT has ten (10) calendar days to review and approve.

3.2.14. The CONTRACTOR shall prepare and submit with each resubmittal a written response matrix. The response matrix shall include the review comment and the CONTRACTOR’s response including location on drawing where resolution is located.

3.2.15. This submittal procedure shall be followed until the submittal is approved by the

GOVERNMENT.

3.2.16. The CONTRACTOR may propose alternate procedures, methods and /or type of materials; however, alternate proposals must meet the minimum requirements outlined within this SOW and approved by the GOVERNMENT.

3.2.17. All materials shall be new, no refurbished or used materials are allowed without prior GOVERNMENT approval unless material is provided by the GOVERNMENT.

3.2.18. All construction material (including long lead items), fabrication shop drawings and erection procedures shall have to be reviewed and approved for construction prior to beginning of work unless directed otherwise by the CO.

3.3. As-Built Submittals

3.3.1. As-Built Drawings shall be maintained at the work site at all times and shall record all changes and hidden or subsurface data discovered or emplaced during construction.

All changes that transpired during the contract shall be included on this copy in ink and shall be neat, legible, reproducible and consistent with the drawings’ drafting standards.

3.3.2. The draft As-Built drawings shall be available to the CO during the final inspection.

3.3.3. Provide the completed As-Built Documentation package to the CO within ten (10) days after occupancy by the GOVERNMENT. As-Built Submittals shall be transmitted to the CO in Digital Format. Any variance from this requirement must be approved by the

CO.

3.3.4. As-Built Submittal shall reflect 100% complete design and construction documentation including a signed and sealed Design Analysis, Manufacturers Information including Warrantees, Calculations, Drawings, Specifications Operating Instruction and O&M manuals required to document the work incorporating the Final Design Submittal Review Comments and Responses and all changes to the work made during Construction.

3.3.5. As-built Drawings will be submitted in Both Portable Document Format (PDF) and AutoCAD (DWG) formats.

3.3.6. See UFGS Section 01 33 00 Submittal Procedures for additional information.

4. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

4.1. General

4.1.1. The CONTRACTOR shall provide a recommended total period of performance (POP) for this project in calendar days inclusive of Administrative, Design, and Construction activities with The GOVERNMENT approval.

4.1.2. The CONTRACTOR shall not postpone or interrupt work performance unless official notice is provided by the CO. If a GOVERNMENT employee, other than the CO, directs work stoppage, it is the CONTRACTOR’s responsibility to notify the CO immediately of the name, rank, and organization of the employee directing work stoppage.

4.1.3. The CONTRACTOR shall prepare and submit for approval, a construction schedule recommended total period of performance (POP) for this project in calendar days inclusive of Administrative, Design, and Construction activities if previous construction schedule falls 5% behind the GOVERNMENT approved schedule. Updated construction schedule to include plan to crash schedule at no cost to the GOVERNMENT within 7 days from CO request.

4.2. Review Periods

4.2.1. The CONTRACTOR shall incorporate the GOVERNMENT review periods into their schedule.

4.2.2. Government Review Periods:

4.2.2.1. Preliminary (65%) Design Submittal Review: Twenty (20) calendar days

4.2.2.2. Final (95%) Design Submittal Review: Twenty (20) calendar days

4.2.2.3. Other Submittals: Twenty (20) calendar days

4.2.3. The CONTRACTOR shall perform its own Independent Technical Review (ITR) prior to the submittal of work to the GOVERNMENT for its Review.

4.2.4. The CONTRACTOR shall not receive time extensions in the event submittals are rejected and require resubmittal.

5. SCHEDULE

5.1. Format

5.1.1. The CONTRACTOR shall prepare and submit for approval, a Critical Path Method (CPM) Master Schedule listing all items and activities associated with this project, inclusive of all GOVERNMENT furnished items and information, submittals for major items, long lead procurement activities, drawing revisions and facility shutdowns using a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) based on the Construction Specification Institute (CSI) format. All tasks required under the SOW shall be included in the WBS. The CONTRACTOR shall utilize MICROSOFT PROJECT scheduling software and AF Form 3064, Contract Progress Schedule, to build and maintain the Master Schedule. The CONTRACTOR shall maintain the same schedule format throughout the contract.

5.2. Minimum Requirements

5.2.1. The CONTRACTOR shall perform planning, scheduling and reporting functions utilizing Gantt Charts, Critical Path Analysis, Resource Histograms and Look Ahead Schedules.

Items within the project schedule shall have predecessor and successor activities to support a full CPM overview. Items in the schedule shall be resource loaded with the manpower required.

5.2.2. Baseline Schedule: The CONTRACTOR shall save a baseline schedule and show actual start and finish dates for activities verses the baseline.

5.2.3. The CONTRACTOR shall provide a schedule of projected work for approval. The CONTRACTOR shall bring a proposed progress schedule to the pre-construction conference.

5.2.4. Due to Force Protection concerns at Al Udeid Air Base (AUAB), The CONTRACTOR may experience delays of up to four (4) hours while gaining access to the base. The CONTRACTOR shall account for such possible delays. All documented GOVERNMENT delays in excess of four (4) hours shall be reviewed with the CO for possible time extensions.

5.2.5. Normal daytime working hours shall be adhered to. Normal hours are from 07:00 hours to 17:00 hours Saturday through Thursday. If the CONTRACTOR wishes to work at night time, on weekends, during recognized Holidays, or during other unscheduled times, they must first get permission from the CO. The CONTRACTOR shall provide a written request to the CO to work outside normal duty hours at least 72 hours in advance, and is not guaranteed as approved.

5.2.6. The CONTRACTOR shall account for Qatari recognized National Holidays (including National Day and National Sports Day), all US Federal Holidays, and religious holidays (Eid al Fitr, Eid al Adha, Ramadan, etc.), if expected as non-work days regardless of the start and end dates. The CONTRACTOR understands, and agrees, that the performance period for this contract includes any and all non-productive time attributable to the contractor’s observance of these holidays.

5.3. Sample Schedule

5.3.1. The following is a suggested internal design schedule and is subject to modification by the CONTRACTOR to suit their particular method of operation. Overall time constraints are required and cannot be changed except by contract modification.

Prospective bidders are required to submit a complete schedule for design and construction that meets or exceeds the GOVERNMENT’S overall time goals for each definable project phase.

5.3.2. Design/ Build Schedule :

• Contract Award (upon written notification)

• Administrative Notice to Proceed

• Pre-design Meeting

• Design/Materials Notice to Proceed

• Preliminary Design Submittal

• Submittal Review within 20 days following Preliminary Design Submittal.

• Final Design Submittal

• Submittal Review within 20 days following Final Design Submittal

• Final Corrections

• Construction Notice to Proceed

• Building Substantial Completion

• Testing and Balancing

• Final Walk Through

• GOVERNMENT Occupancy

• As Built Documentation package

• Closeout Documents

6. ON SITE CONSTRUCTION

6.1. General

6.1.1. The CONTRACTOR shall only be given access to the installation for construction activities to include pre-construction activities, mobilization, construction activities and demobilization. Construction shall not be permitted to start until Final Design Submittal has been received and approved for construction by the GOVERNMENT.

6.2. Site Information Signage

6.2.1. The CONTRACTOR shall fabricate and install a “Site Information Sign” at the entrance to the jobsite as follows.

6.2.2. Sign surface shall be sized to fit the required information listed below. The sign surface shall be minimum 12mm thick Exterior Grade Plywood fastened to 2 each 89mm x 89mm pressure treated posts. Posts shall be buried a minimum 1000mm into the ground.

6.2.3. Sign surface shall be painted with one coat exterior primer and two coats gloss white enamel.

6.2.4. The sign shall contain the following information in Black Lettering, 50mm in height, centered on the sign surface

FULL PROJECT NAME

PROJECT NO. ALUA YY-####

CONTRACTOR NAME

6.3. Safety Plan

6.3.1. The CONTRACTOR shall prepare a Health and Safety Plan (HSP) or Accident Prevention Plan (APP) in accordance with USACE EM 385-1-1 Appendix A. The CONTRACTOR shall maintain written certification that the approved HSP/APP has been reviewed with all personnel that work at the project site prior to their mobilization. The Safety Plan shall also address construction operations that increase risk for personnel in and around the site including, but not limited to, excavating for utility trenches, hand digging, traffic diversions, road blockages and signage, lighting and barricades during limited visibility timeframes. USACE EM 385-1-1: If the CONTRACTOR does not have an electronic copy of the manual, one can be provided by the GOVERNMENT. The

CONTRACTOR should request in writing to the CO and specify the version(s) needed.

The GOVERNMENT has available 2 versions -- 2008 English and 2003 Arabic versions.

6.4. Quality Control Plan

6.4.1. The CONTRACTOR is responsible for Quality Control and shall establish and maintain an effective Plan to track procedures for reviewing, certifying, and managing all tasks necessary to deliver a complete and usable facility that complies with the contract documents. The system shall cover all construction operations, both on site and off site, and shall be keyed to the proposed construction sequence.

6.5. Material Safety Data Sheets

6.5.1. Material Safety Data Sheets (SDS) are required for all hazardous materials brought on to the installation and to be used on site during construction and shall be managed IAW the 379 Environmental Management Plan (379 EMP).

6.5.2. Furnish a SDS, OSHA Form 20 or accepted equivalent, for each hazardous or potentially hazardous material or chemical utilized by the CONTRACTOR. This includes solvents and treated materials, such as preservative treated wood (SDS for the preservative) or fungicide treated rubber goods (SDS for fungicide). The CO or their designated representative must approve all materials prior to installation.

7. STANDARD PRODUCT

7.1. Materials and Equipment

7.1.1. Materials and equipment shall be standard products from a manufacturer regularly engaged in the manufacture of such products which are of similar material, design and workmanship.

7.1.2. All products installed shall be new and free from defects, unless specifically directed and approved by the CO.

7.1.3. All purchased and installed equipment must comply with and bear label of the certifications issued by Underwriter’s Laboratory (UL), European Conformity (CE), and ISO 9001-2000 unless otherwise noted.

7.2. Technical Instructions

7.2.1. Technical instructions pertaining to the use or installation of products, materials, or equipment involved in the execution of work under this contract are furnished in response to a requirement stipulated herein, and form a part of these specifications as though specifically set forth herein In the event of conflict between the specifications or drawings and technical instructions, the CONTRACTOR shall bring such conflict to the attention of the CO for resolution before proceeding with the work involved. Upon request, the GOVERNMENT shall provide to the CONTRACTOR all technical instructions that cannot be widely reproduced upon request.

8. NON-RESTRICTIVE SPECIFICATIONS

8.1. General

8.1.1. References in the design specifications of this SOW to equipment, material, articles, or patented processes by trade name, make, or catalog number shall be regarded as establishing a standard of quality and shall not be construed as limiting competition.

The CONTRACTOR, at its option, may recommend the use any equipment, material, article, or process that, in the judgment of the CO, is equal to or exceeding the requirement of these specifications, unless otherwise specifically provided in this

SOW.

9. PROHIBITED MATERIALS

9.1. General

9.1.1. The CONTRACTOR shall certify that products do not contain mercury, hexavalent chromium, toluene, chlorinated solvents, hydrolysable chlorine derivatives; ethylene based glycol ethers and their acetates, nor carcinogen. When tested, the lead content shall not exceed 0.06% by weight of the dry film and the test for chromium content shall be negative.

9.1.2. All electronic devices including but not limited to, cellular phones, data collectors, and calculators are prohibited on the job site unless express authorization is obtained from Security Forces.

10. BASE REQUIREMENTS

10.1. Waste

10.1.1. The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for the collection and disposal of all debris, rubble, residue and waste material generated in the performance of work under this contract. The CONTRACTOR shall legally and properly remove and dispose of all such materials from the installation. The CONTRACTOR is not permitted to deposit materials in base trash collection containers or on base locations without prior approval of the CO.

10.2. Hazardous Materials

10.2.1. Materials classified as hazardous by U.S. and Qatari environmental rules, regulations, or laws, shall be handled for disposal in accordance with those rules, regulations, or laws (e.g., 379 EMP, Final Governing…