1. AUAB 20-0052 & 21-0037 SOW.pdf

STATEMENT OF WORK 16 February 2021 Repair Runway and Taxiway Markings Project No. 20-0052 & 21-0037

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

2.1. DESIGN ANALYSIS

2.2. SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

2.3. CALCULATIONS

2.4. DRAWINGS

2.5. 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. AUAB COORDINATION

10.5. SECURITY AND PARKING

10.6. VEHICULAR TRAFFIC

10.7. SANITARY PROVISIONS

10.8. POLLUTION ABATEMENT

10.9. FIRE PREVENTION

10.10. SAFETY FEATURES

10.11. SITE ACCESS

10.13. TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION FENCING

10.14. 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 32 EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

18.6. CODES AND REFERENCES

18.7. CONCRETE EQUIPMENT PADS

19. ARCHITECTURAL

20. STRUCTURAL

21. MECHANICAL

22. ELECTRICAL

23. COMMUNICATIONS

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 Airfield Runway Markings of Al Udeid Air Base (AUAB) and Repair Taxiway Markings of Al Udeid Air Base (AUAB) 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 Airfield Runway and Taxiway 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 Airfield Runway and Taxiway 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 and paint, repaint and/or obliterate Runway and Taxiway Markings in accordance with UFC 3-260-4 and ‘Triangle K’ marking as describe herein, and as shown on the Site Plan Drawing Sheet C-2.0 to C-3.2

1.1.2.1.2. The CONTRACTOR shall repair/seal pavement cracking of Airfield Runway and Taxiway in accordance with UFC 3-270-01 and as describe herein and as shown on the Site Plan Drawing Sheet C-2.0 to C-3.2

1.1.2.1.3. The CONTRACTOR shall remove all rubber residue from work surfaces that will interfere with airfield marking process.

1.1.2.1.4. 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.

1.1.2.1.5. The CONTRACTOR shall prepare a Foreign Object Debris (FOD) mitigation plan for all projects as designated on or around flight operations. This plan shall include but not limited to:

• Provide employee training.

• Identify potential problem areas and actions.

• Provide the tools for employees to prevent FOD incidents.

• Assist management in proper planning.

• Coordination of corrective actions.

• Establish a climate of “Continuous Awareness”.

• Use the lessons learned by the industry to reduce costs and improve safety.

1.1.2.1.6. Potential FOD is the condition where foreign object debris may cause damage/or failure should the product be put into use. Examples include but are not limited to:

• Metal or wire clippings, solder balls and debris lying in the vicinity or electrical terminals, circuitry, connectors, components, etc.

• Tools, hardware, or debris left in the vicinity, or in a migratory path or a path of an aircraft’s control system or engine inlets.

• Debris lying on runways, ramps and taxiways.

• Propeller exhaust, jet exhaust and tilt-rotor downwash blast.

• Inclement weather.

• Ice and salt.

• Birds and other animals, items damaged by animals.

• Electro-Static Discharge (ESD).

• Construction debris.

• Contaminated or dirty service equipment such as funnels, hydraulic test stand connectors, grease gun nozzles, etc.

• Improperly installed or secured operational or test equipment.

• Fluid leaks.

• Protective covers, line caps, electrical connector protectors and barriers not removed before component installation.

• Personal items such as badges, hats, pins, pens, pencils, cell phones, pagers, pocket lights, knives, etc. normally carried loose on a person or in their pockets.

1.1.2.1.7. For additional information, refer to the codes and industry recommendations:

• National Aerospace Standard NAS 412 Dated October 1997

• AFI 21-101, ACCI 21-101

• OPNAV 4790.2

• ISO-9000/9001

• AS9100

• NAFPI Guideline Rev. C, dated May 1997

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.

1.3.2. The CONTRACTOR shall provide one proposals: one for the entirety of the inner runway 16L/34R described in the SOW and Drawings.

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. Service and Design Control Application (SDCA) and KAHRA MAA Approvals:

1.4.3.1. The Design/Build Contractor (CONTRACTOR) will obtain building permit(s) and approvals, to include, SDCA approvals of the design documents from the Host Nation (HN) GOVERNMENT agencies and Qatari Armed Forces (QAF). This is a critical element of the CONTRACTOR’s schedule and should be coordinated early in order to meet the contract Period of Performance (POP).

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 Airfield Runway and Taxiway Marking.

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. Enrolment 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 Airfield Runway and Taxiway Marking. 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.

1.6.1.12. Field Verification. The CONTRACTOR will field verify and coordinate all of the information contained herein. Field verify all dimensions, GOVERNMENT provided information, and assumptions on site. Dimensions appearing on the drawings describe preliminary information only and will not be used for fabrication of equipment and/or the purchase of components for installation.

2. PROJECT DESIGN/BUILD PHASES AND SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

2.1. Design Analysis

2.1.1. Each Interim Design Submittal will include:

• Design Analysis (See Sub-section 2.2)

• Manufacturers’ information (See paragraph 2.1.5)

• Drawings (See Sub-section 2.4)

• Specifications (See Sub-section 2.5)

2.1.2. All items required for submission will be written to recordable CD’s, write protected and duplicated for a total of Four (4) identical copies. Each of the four (4) CD’s will have folders labeled: Drawings, Individual Specifications (files in MS Word, and Adobe Portable Format, PDF), Project Timeline, Comment Responses, etc. with the appropriate uncompressed files saved to the corresponding folder.

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

2.1.4. Meeting Minutes: The CONTRACTOR will be responsible for keeping minutes of all meetings, calls and email with the GOVERNMENT and its representatives. Minutes will be included in the Design Analysis submittal.

2.1.5. Manufacturers’ Information: Consists of catalog cuts, manufacturer's data sheets, (SDS), and color selections for all materials and equipment. Manufacturer’s information will 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.

2.2. Submittal Requirements

2.2.1. The Design Analysis is a written explanation of 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.

2.2.2. 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.

2.3. Calculations

2.3.1. 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. Drawings

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

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

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

2.5. Specifications

2.5.1. Only Unified Facilities Guide Specification (USGS) 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 will 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 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.

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

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.

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

3.1.2.3. Equipment and Material cut sheets and color selections

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

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

3.1.2.5.1. 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

• Haul Route: Site map show laydown, haul route, ECPs, etc.

• Construction Phasing Plan: For Airfield Manager approval.

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

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

3.1.2.7. 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 material cut sheets and color selections shall be included.

3.1.6.1.3. 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.

3.1.6.1.4. 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. 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; 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

Not Applicable Section

4. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

4.1. General

4.1.1. The GOVERNMENT recommended total period of performance (POP) for this project is 180 calendar days inclusive of Administrative, Design, and Construction activities.

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

• 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, 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 Standards for U.S. Forces in Qatar (FGS-Q)).

10.2.2. Hazardous Materials used for Construction Activities:

10.2.2.1. Materials classified as hazardous by U.S. or Qatari environmental rules, regulations, or laws, shall be handled in accordance with those rules, regulations, or laws In accordance with the 379 EMP and AFMAN 33-363, Hazardous Materials Management, the CONTRACTOR shall submit for approval SDSs for those materials considered hazardous to the CO PRIOR to the hazardous material ENTERING the installation. All hazardous material shall be stored in a safe and environmentally responsible manner within construction sites and laydown yards.

10.2.2.2. The CONTRACTOR shall submit Material Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for those materials considered hazardous to the CO prior to the hazardous waste leaving the installation and shall be managed IAW the 379 Hazardous Waste Management Plan (Annex B of the 379 EMP). The CONTRACTOR is responsible for all such materials that are residue from CONTRACTOR furnished supplies and materials brought to the job site by the CONTRACTOR, and for all such materials identified herein or by the drawings.

10.3. SUB-CONTRACTOR Coordination

10.3.1. The CONTRACTOR shall coordinate the work of all sub-CONTRACTORs and shall ensure the coordination of the work between the various trades.

10.4. AUAB Coordination

10.4.1. CONTRACTOR to coordinate all construction sequences with the Airfield Manager.

10.5. Security and Parking

10.5.1. The CONTRACTOR shall follow existing security and parking procedures and instructions applicable to AUAB.

10.5.2. The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for the physical security of all materials, supplies, and equipment, including property that he is utilizing.

10.5.3. The GOVERNMENT shall not be held liable for delays prior to the CONTRACTOR reaching the CONTRACTOR entrance and notification that he is ready to proceed through the gate.

10.6. Vehicular Traffic

10.6.1. The CONTRACTOR shall comply with the local laws and regulations, to include USAF regulations, regarding the safe operation of equipment in and around roadways associated with the construction site. The CONTRACTOR owned and/or operated vehicles violating speeding, parking or traffic regulations on AUAB may be removed from the installation at the CONTRACTOR’s expense.

10.6.2. The CONTRACTOR shall coordinate with the CO or designated alternate to ensure proper warnings to motorists are posted and adequate traffic control is used when vehicles are present. USACE Safety Manual, EM 385-1-1, provides minimum requirements for temporary traffic controls.

10.6.2.1. The CONTRACTOR shall address known traffic impedances within the site/location drawing and the safety plan. Coordinate submittal dates per the AF Schedule of Material Submittals Form.

10.6.2.2. Signs, warning lights, barricades, and other traffic control devices shall be provided by the CONTRACTOR. Warning lights shall be operational at all times during non-daylight hours. Barricades shall be highly luminescent and clearly visible at night. Signs shall also be highly luminescent, blaze orange in color with Black English lettering, and clearly visible and readable from at least 15 m (50 ft.) away.

10.6.2.3. Temporary traffic control signs (warning and hazard signs) shall be furnished and installed, at the discretion of the CO, by the CONTRACTOR while projects are underway. These warning signs shall be placed near the beginning of the work site and well ahead of the work site for alerting approaching traffic from both directions. Paving and painting equipment shall be marked with large warning signs indicating slow-moving equipment in operation.

10.6.3. Road Diversions/Closures

10.6.3.1. The CONTRACTOR shall notify the CO at least 14 days prior to work if construction shall impact traffic on the roadways. The CONTRACTOR shall state in writing the exact dates of the road closure, duration of closure and provide a traffic diversion map showing the location of the diversion (if available), closure, posting of signage, phasing plan (if applicable), and other pertinent information for the impedance.

10.7. Sanitary Provisions

10.7.1. The CONTRACTOR shall provide temporary toilets that satisfy Qatari health requirements for the use of project personnel. Location, type, proposed maintenance, etc. shall be approved by the CO prior to placing toilets. Temporary toilets shall be removed immediately upon completion of the project. The contractor shall not use any government toilet facilities.

10.8. Pollution Abatement

10.8.1. The CONTRACTOR shall perform work in accordance with USAF and local environmental regulations, i.e., the 379 Pollution Prevention Plan, to minimize pollution, degradation, and exploitation of the environment. The CONTRACTOR shall also, to the maximum extent practicable, prevent, control, and abate environmental pollution by supporting regional pollution abatement programs and by accelerating corrective measures to meet established standards and criteria.

10.9. Fire Prevention

10.9.1. The prevention of fire is imperative during construction projects. The CONTRACTOR is responsible for enforcing fire safety in his work area.

10.9.2. The CONTRACTOR must report all fires to the USAF Fire Department. Attempt to extinguish the fire only if it is safe to do so. Go to the nearest phone and notify the Fire Department at 911 (Cell Phone 4458-9511). Have someone meet the Fire Department upon arrival to provide additional information.

10.9.3. The CONTRACTOR shall have serviceable fire extinguishers readily available at all times.

10.9.4. Burning of trash and rubbish at the construction site is strictly prohibited.

10.9.5. The CONTRACTOR may not use gasoline or diesel fuel for cleaning parts or surfaces.

10.9.6. Electrical extension cords may be used on a temporary basis to power tools and equipment. Do not overload extension cords. Frayed, cut, or spliced extension cords are strictly prohibited.

10.10. Safety Features

10.10.1. References

10.10.1.1. All work shall be in compliance with AFMAN 91-203, Air Force Consolidated Occupational Safety Instruction.

10.10.1.2. At all times, the construction site and laydown yard (if applicable) may be inspected by the CO or designated representative for fire, safety, environmental or public health discrepancies. All discrepancies noted shall be fixed immediately. If discrepancies cannot be fixed immediately, the CONTRACTOR shall remove the items from the installation.

10.11. Site Access

10.11.1. The CONTRACTOR shall acquire base Badges and Passes in accordance with base requirements.

10.11.1.1. The contractor shall follow security procedures and instructions applicable to Al Udeid Air Base. Contractor personnel working on Al Udeid shall hold a current Qatari Pass necessary to gain access through Al Udeid. Additionally, each contractor employee needing base access must be registered in the Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) in order to be allowed to come on base.

10.11.1.1.1. Contractor management staff shall ensure that all employees’ and subcontract employees’ visas and passports remain current during the life of the contract. At no time shall contractor management staff permit personnel currently issued a pass to hold visas or passports that expire during the performance period.

10.11.1.1.2. Once this contract is awarded, the contractor shall keep pass paperwork current and submit it at least 60 days prior to the requirement for base access, or as specified in section L, and at least 30 days prior to the expiration of any pass or in the event than any person has an expiring visa or passport during the period of performance.

10.11.1.1.3. The contractor is solely responsible for the submission and approval of passes and the U.S. Government will consider extensions to performance periods based on delays obtaining passes for access to the base on a case by case basis.

10.11.1.2. The contractor is responsible for providing the Contracting Officer with a list of company personnel that will be used to execute the contract. The list must contain the following information on each person:

• Company name and telephone number

• The length of time or time period during which the individual will require a pass/access

• Name of individual(s)

• Nationality

• IGAMA

• Passport number & visa expiration date

• Date of Birth (DOB)

• DBIDS Access Card (DAC) expiration date

10.11.1.3. When the work site is located within a restricted or controlled area, the contractor may experience delays due to compliance with entrance/exit requirements of restricted/controlled areas and established Free Zones.

An Entry Authority List (EAL) with the above information will be routed for approval IAW local guidance and provided to 379 ECES/Wing Escort Program Manager and the 379 ESFS/S-5OS, Physical Security. This EAL will be updated as necessary when personnel working within the project area change to include personnel that have been relieved or removed from the work project.

10.11.2. The CONTRACTOR has been afforded 60 days in addition to the period required to perform all prescribed work herein (see Para 3.1.1.). The CONTRACTOR shall proceed with pursuing base access for all necessary employees and SUB-CONTRACTORS immediately upon NTP. The CONTRACTOR may be held responsible for any delays that occur as a result of delayed initiation of the base access process.

10.11.3. The CONTRACTOR will be escorted in accordance with base requirements. Upon entry through the Al Udeid Gate, contractor personnel are required to be in the presence of a military escort while on Al Udeid at all times. Escorts shall be provided by the U.S.

Air Force. The contractor shall comply with escort directions. Initially the contractor shall notify the designated Project Manager 48 hours in advance of any revised personnel/escort requirements. The contractor shall notify the designated PM 48 hours in advance of any change in time that the escorts shall meet the contractor and/or when the number of contract workers increases or decreases. The contractor will not be able to start work until escort arrangements are made. The U.S. Air Force shall not be liable for delays caused by the contractor’s failure to follow the above notification requirements.

10.11.4. Before entry through the Al Udeid Gate, contractor personnel and vehicles shall process through the search area.

10.11.5. Material, including but not limited to concrete, asphalt emulsions, and other time critical materials will require search and surveillance by the U.S. Air Force personnel from the point of origin to the search area. The contractor shall notify the designated Project Manager ten (10) days in advance of the scheduled delivery. The contractor shall immediately notify the Project Manager of changes. Changes shall require an additional five (5) days for U.S. Government personnel coordination. The U.S. Air Force shall not be liable for delays resulting from the contractor’s failure to follow the above notification requirements or supplier/contractor delivery changes.

10.11.6. Tanker truck/trailer cargo compartments shall allow for a complete visual inspection.

All tanks and the baffled sections shall have a minimum 3 ft / .91-meter diameter visual inspection port. Equipment not meeting the above requirements shall not be allowed entry onto Al Udeid Air Base. The U.S. Air Force shall not be liable for delays caused by equipment not meeting the above requirements.

10.11.7. The contractor shall be responsible for safeguarding all U.S. Government property for the contractor use. At the close of each work period, U.S. Government facilities, equipment and material shall be secured.

10.12. BCE Work Clearance Request

10.12.1. The CONTRACTOR will 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.

10.13. Temporary Construction Fencing

10.13.1. Temporary construction fencing and secure site access is required around all work sites.

10.13.2. Site shall be secured during all non-working hours from unauthorized access.

10.13.3. The location and layout of the temporary construction fencing shall be annotated on the site/work plan and approved per the AF Schedule of Material Submittals Form prior to installation.

10.13.4. See Section 18.6, Temporary Construction Fence, Division 32, Exterior Improvements for further instructions.

10.14. Preserving Historical and Archaeological Finds

10.14.1. All items having any apparent historical or archaeological interest which is discovered in the course of any construction activities shall be carefully preserved.