12639522R0048.pdf

SOLICITATION, OFFER,

AND AWARD

2. TYPE OF SOLICITATION

6. PROJECT NO. 4. CONTRACT NO. 5. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUEST NO.

PAGE OF PAGES

CODE 8. ADDRESS OFFER TO

SOLICITATION

(Construction, Alteration, or Repair)

1. SOLICITATION NO. 3. DATE ISSUED

IMPORTANT -- The "offer" section on the reverse must be fully completed by offeror.

9.

INFORMATION

NOTE: In sealed bid solicitations "offer" and "offeror" mean "bid" and "bidder."

CALL:

FOR

SEALED BID (IFB)

NEGOTIATED (RFP)

1074094

7. ISSUED BY

USDA APHIS

250 MARQUETTE AVE

SUITE 410

MINNEAPOLIS MN 55401

APHIS-MN-126395

james.g.roloff@usda.gov

a. NAME

JIM ROLOFF

b. TELEPHONE NO. (Include area code) (NO COLLECT CALLS)

612-590-7603

1x 07/20/2022

12639522R0048

10. THE GOVERNMENT REQUIRES PERFORMANCE OF THE WORK DESCRIBED IN THESE DOCUMENTS (Title, identifying no., date)

College of Charleston ALB Outbreak Site Improvements

Offers are solicited only from service-disabled veteran-owned small business concerns. Offers received from concerns that are not service-disabled veteran-owned small business concerns shall not be considered (FAR 52.219-27).

11. The Contractor shall begin performance

12a. THE CONTRACTOR MUST FURNISH ANY REQUIRED PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT BONDS?

award, notice to proceed. The performance period is mandatory negotiable. (See ________________________________________________.)

13. ADDITIONAL SOLICITATION REQUIREMENTS:

a. Sealed offers in original and is not required.is, b. An offer guarantee

c. All offers are subject to the (1) work requirements, and (2) other provisions and clauses incorporated in the solicitation in full text or by reference.

(date). If this is a sealed bid solicitation, offers will be publicly opened at that time. Sealed envelopes containing offers shall be marked to show the offeror's name and address, the solicitation number, and the date and time offers are due.

d. Offers providing less than

12b. CALENDAR DAYSYES NO

(If "YES", indicate within how many calendar days after award in Item 12b.)

10 180 calendar days and complete it within ________________ ________________ calendar days after receiving

08/19/2022

NSN 7540-01-155-3212

x x x x copies to perform the work required are due at the place specified in Item 8 by _____________ ___________________ (hour) local time calendar days for Government acceptance after the date offers are due will not be considered and will be rejected . _________________

STANDARD FORM 1442 (Rev. 4-85)

Prescribed by GSA

FAR(48 CFR) 53.236-1(d)

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17. The offeror agrees to perform the work required at the prices specified below in strict accordance with the terms of this solicitation, if this offer is accepted by the Government in writing within ____________________ calendar days after the date offers are due. (Insert any number equal to or greater than the minimum requirement stated in item 13d. Failure to insert any number means the offeror accepts the minimum in item 13d.)

14. NAME AND ADDRESS OF OFFEROR (Include ZIP Code) 15. TELEPHONE NO. (Include area code)

16. REMITTANCE ADDRESS (Include only if different than item 14.)

CODE FACILITY CODE

AMOUNTS

18. The offeror agrees to furnish any required performance and payment bonds.

19. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF AMENDMENTS

OFFER (Must be fully completed by offeror)

(The offeror acknowledges receipt of amendments to the solicitation -- give number and date of each)

AMENDMENT NO.

DATE.

20a. NAME AND TITLE OF PERSON AUTHORIZED TO SIGN OFFER (Type or print) 20b. SIGNATURE 20c. OFFER DATE

AWARD (To be completed by Government)

21. ITEMS ACCEPTED:

22. AMOUNT 23. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA

24. SUBMIT INVOICES TO ADDRESS SHOWN IN

(4 copies unless otherwise specified)

ITEM 25. OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION PURSUANT TO

CODE 27. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY

CONTRACTING OFFICER WILL COMPLETE ITEM 28 OR 29 AS APPLICABLE

(Contractor is required to sign this document and return (Contractor is not required to sign this document.)

Your offer on this solicitation is hereby accepted as to the items listed. This award consummates the contract, which consists of (a) the Government solicitation and your offer, and (b) this contract award.

No further contractual document is necessary.

30a. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTOR OR PERSON AUTHORIZED TO SIGN (Type or print) 31a. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

30b. SIGNATURE 30c. DATE 31b. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 31c. DATE

BY

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26. ADMINISTERED BY

USDA APHIS

250 MARQUETTE AVE

SUITE 410

MINNEAPOLIS MN 55401

APHIS-MN-126395

JAMES G. ROLOFF

28. NEGOTIATED AGREEMENT 29. AWARD

Contractor agrees to furnish and deliver all items or perform all work requirements identified on this form and any continuation sheets for the consideration stated in this contract. The rights and obligations of the parties to this contract shall be governed by (a) this contract award, (b) the solicitation, and (c) the clauses, representations, copies to issuing office.)

10 U.S.C. 2304(c) 41 U.S.C. 253(c)

STANDARD FORM 1442 (REV. 4-85) BACK

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ITEM NO.

(A)

SUPPLIES/SERVICES

(B)

QUANTITY

(C)

UNIT

(D)

UNIT PRICE

(E)

AMOUNT

(F)

NAME OF OFFEROR OR CONTRACTOR

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CONTINUATION SHEET

REFERENCE NO. OF DOCUMENT BEING CONTINUED PAGE OF

12639522R0048

Tax ID Number: Not Available

DUNS Number: Not Available

This solicitation will result in a firm-fixed price construction contract.

Delivery: 180 Days After Notice to Proceed

Delivery Location Code: APHIS-PPQ-SC-4607

USDA, APHIS, PPQ, SC

4600 Goer Drive, Suite 104

North Charleston SC 29406 US

0001 College of Charleston ALB Outbreak Site

Improvements

NSN 7540-01-152-8067 OPTIONAL FORM 336 (4-86)

Sponsored by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.110

Solicitation 12639522R0048, College of Charleston ALB Outbreak Site Improvements

NOTES TO OFFEROR:

1. Please refer any questions pertaining to this solicitation to Jim Roloff, contracting officer, at james.g.roloff@usda.gov. Additionally, email your proposal to Jim Roloff by the date and time indicated in block 13 on the first page of this solicitation. See proposal evaluation factors for award on pages 38 and 39.

2. The estimated magnitude of this project is $1,000,000 to $5,000,000.

3. The appropriate Department of Labor wage determination for construction shall apply to any resultant contract (see List of Attachments on page 28).

4. USDA is exempt from sales tax: tax ID no. 41‐0696271; tax exempt no. 471640000.

5. Offerors shall submit the following items for award consideration: A signed copy of the Standard Form 1442. Please complete block 14, including vendor name, address, phone number, Federal Tax ID number, and UEI number; block 17, block 19 if applicable; and blocks 20a, 20b, and 20c.

Also, complete paragraph (b) of the provision at 52.209‐7 on page 32. See Proposal Evaluation Factors for Award beginning on page 38 for further information on what to include with your proposal. Any missing or incomplete information may render your proposal unacceptable.

6. A pre‐proposal conference/site visit is scheduled for Aug 2 at 10 a.m. ET. See the provision on page 36 for details. It is highly recommended that offerors attend the site visit as you must take steps reasonably necessary to ascertain the nature and location of the work, and investigate and satisfy yourself as to the general and local conditions which can affect the work or its cost, including but not limited to:

‐ conditions bearing upon transportation, disposal, handling, and storage of materials;

‐ the availability of labor, water, electric power, and roads;

‐ the conformation and conditions of the ground; and ‐ the character of equipment and facilities needed preliminary to and during work performance.

Offerors shall also satisfy itself as to the character, quality, and quantity of surface and subsurface materials or obstacles to be encountered insofar as this information is reasonably ascertainable from an inspection of the site, including all exploratory work done by the Government, as well as from any drawings and specifications made a part of this contract. Any failure of the Contractor to take the actions described and acknowledged in this paragraph will not relieve the Contractor from responsibility for estimating properly the difficulty and cost of successfully performing the work, or for proceeding to successfully perform the work without additional expense to the Government. The Government assumes no responsibility for any conclusions or interpretations made by the Contractor based on the information made available by the Government. Nor does the Government assume responsibility for any understanding reached or representation made concerning conditions which can affect the work by any of its officers or agents before the execution of this contract, unless that understanding, or representation is expressly stated in this contract.

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STATEMENT OF WORK

1.0 Title: Site improvements for Asian Long Horn Beetle (ALB) Infestation

2.0 Location: College of Charleston, 1000 Acre Plantation, 5297 Dixie Plantation Road, Hollywood, SC 29449

3.0 Project Background: In 2020 South Carolina state personnel discovered an outbreak of Asian Long Horned Beetle (ALB) on several parcels of land owned and operated by the College of Charleston and surrounding acreages. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal Plant and Health Inspection Service (APHIS), Plant Protection and Quarantine (PPQ), and Field Operations (FO) met with the University of Clemson to discuss the infestation and methodologies to eradicate the ALB. Note: The University of Clemson is the regulatory entity who represents the state of South Carolina, the College of Charleston, and the Conservation Easement Group that manages the 1,000-acre plantation site. USDA proposes to develop portions of the plantation site near the North Research Station for a temporary base of operations during the eradication process. Personnel that will occupy the site on a consistent basis is about 32 employees: 15 Clemson and 19 PPQ.

4.0 Construction Project Description: The purpose of this Statement of Work (SOW) is to procure construction services to perform site improvements at the College of Charleston site. Site improvements will ensure the required infrastructure is accessible to install and operate two 24’W x 60’L modular trailers and four 8’W x 30’L CONEX storage units. In addition, Contractor shall provide a large shade structure, roughly 36’W x 60’L that will cover the entrances to both the modular units and the storage units. Cover will provide protection during inclement weather. Note: Proposed site is located within hurricane ally.

Contractor shall perform the site improvements as designed under Clark Nexsen, Inc. Solicitation No.

AG-6395-C-16-0115/12639521F0416 dated March 3, 2021. Modifications to the approved design shall be preapproved prior to implementation. Discrepancies between the SOW and the design documents shall be brought to the attention of the CO for resolution prior to commencing work.

4.1 Contractor shall meet with the Government [e.g., Contracting Officer (CO), Project Manager

(PM), National Facility Manager (NFM), etc.] to ascertain a clear understanding of the project scope; address any items that may not be clearly defined in the SOW, establish project boundaries, and address any site security concerns and protocols. Tasks that are unclear shall be confirmed with the CO prior to incurring costs. Contractor shall provide services as identified in the SOW and the design documents. Note: The word “provide(s)” as mentioned in this SOW means to provide and install.

4.2 Contractor shall furnish all plant, labor, materials, services, test equipment/supplies, and equipment i.e., meters, meter base, transformers, fixtures, panels, wires, piping, pumps, etc.

necessary to effectuate completion of this project.

4.3 Coordinate the exact location all equipment with the Government prior to final connection. (A meeting between the Government and Contractor on this is essential.) Tasks include but are not limited to the following:

a. Install new sewer lines, septic, and test

b. Excavate, grade, and restore existing lawn

c. Site preparation i.e., security fencing, site lighting, parking lot, etc.

d. Connect existing utility lines (i.e., electrical, telephone, water, etc.) into new system(s)

e. Backfill lawn, seed and fertilize

f. Install concrete pad(s)

g. Provide canopy

h. Install backup generator and transformer

4.4 Contractor is responsible for obtaining permits from the authority having jurisdiction. Any inspection or permit fees required are the responsibility of the Contractor. Contractor shall ensure that the design has construction approval prior to commencing construction.

a. Documentation of approvals, inspections, permits, etc. obtained from the authority having jurisdiction shall be forwarded to the Government upon project completion. Likewise, meetings with any governing authority shall be documented for Government record.

b. Provide an estimate for the following prior to incurring costs: connecting to the local utility systems such as tap-in fees and capital improvement fees to aid the Government in appropriating funding.

4.5 Additions, alterations, renovations, or repairs to any utility system shall conform to that required for a new system without requiring the existing system to comply with all the requirements of the code, provided the design documents do not specify something differently. Modifications shall be code compliant and not cause an existing system to become unsafe, hazardous, unsanitary, or overloaded. Tasks shall ensure the proper functionality of all utilities i.e., electrical, telephone/data, etc. including the new septic system at the construction locale.

4.6 Upon installation of the plumbing and septic system, test the piping installation in its entirety to ensure the system(s) is working per the design requirements, manufacturer’s recommendations, and to ensure there are no leaks. New plumbing work under this task shall be inspected by the COR to ensure compliance with the design documents.

a. Validate water is being drained into the septic tank and there is no backflow from the absorption area. The entire plumbing system shall be tested to ensure pressure and/or flow is maintained. Please ensure a Government representative is present during system tests. Contractor shall submit written documentation stating that the system is functioning correctly.

b. No piping or drainage system shall be covered, concealed, or put into use until it has been tested and inspected by the COR.

4.7 Contractor shall video the new installation and piping tie-ins to ensure line is clear, functioning properly, and free of defects and bumps. Provide two copies of the video to the NFM.

4.8 Contractor shall repair any sidewalks, roads, grading, etc. damaged during construction at no cost to the Government. Areas shall be repaired to the original condition or better as required by the

PM.

4.9 Prior to construction, the Contractor shall transmit typical shop drawings, product data, material, etc. recommended for installation for Government review and acceptance.

a. Submit shop drawing and product data submittals, test reports, change order requests, safety data sheets, and Requests for Information (RFI) to the Government for review and acceptance prior to construction. Government will have a minimum of 14 days to review and/or respond to each request. Requests received after 2:00 pm EST/EDT will be considered as received the next business day.

b. Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) of all glues, sealants, paints, sprays, etc. used during the installation process. Submit SDS to the Government at contract closeout.

4.10 Contractor to ensure that epoxies, glues, paints, primers, etc. have a low Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) content. Submit safety data sheets and manufacturer’s certificate(s) that certify the VOC content of the products.

4.11 Provide the PM with a minimum of five days prior notification, before disconnecting any utility to ensure the impact to the College of Charleston is minimized.

4.12 Contractor shall have a minimum of five years of experience performing work of this caliber.

4.13 Contractor shall maintain daily reports and a photo journal for project duration and submit the reports as required by the Government.

4.14 During construction, if the Contractor encounters an unusual situation that is not denoted on the design drawings, Contractor shall immediately notify the CO for resolution before proceeding.

a. Document via a photo journal potential conflicts or construction anomalies.

b. Provide construction drawings/sketches for Government review and acceptance of conflict resolution.

c. Contractor shall utilize Trade Professionals to install respective equipment.

d. Contractor shall ensure all equipment impacted by this installation is working correctly prior to contract closeout.

4.15 Conduit fill shall be per the latest National Electrical Code (NEC). Do not overfill conduit. If during construction the Contractor identifies conduit that meets the NEC requirement and/or conduit that has been sized on the drawing but will be overfilled due to the cable size such that future maintenance/removal of wiring is prevented, notify the COR or EPM immediately before proceeding.

4.16 Modify design drawings to reflect actual construction. As-built (red-line) drawings shall be updated regularly and shall remain on site for project duration. Both red-lines and final as-built/constructed drawings shall be submitted to the Government during project closeout.

Coordinate with the DOR in the development of the final as-constructed drawings. Note: Red-line drawings are subject to inspection by the COR at any time. Contractor shall certify that all equipment and associated appurtenances were constructed and installed per the approved design documents and are functioning per the manufacturer’s recommendations.

4.17 Provide a Safety Plan and Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) Plan for Government review and acceptance. QA/QC plan should address project phasing to minimize impact to the University operations. Address and utilize methodologies and preventative measures to mitigate fugitive dust, sediment problems, soil erosion, and noise pollution during construction.

4.18 Develop a Waste Management Plan. Plan should address where and how construction waste is diverted. Include estimated percentages for salvage, recycle, landfill, etc. Maintain records of disposal for submission to the Government at project closeout. Provide tonnage of landfill and recycle disposal inclusive of contact information of disposal sites(s). Submit totals at project closeout.

4.19 Contractor shall maintain a clean construction area for project duration. Maintain all construction debris in covered containers. Remove all debris from site at Contractor expense. Restore area(s) to the same level of clean or better prior to the start of construction. At project completion, clean fixtures and equipment to remove construction dust and debris.

4.20 Coordinate with the COR prior to performing any welding or work requiring hot permits. Weld connections shall have smooth transitions with no sharp or extensive projections. Coordinate with the COR to provide the necessary fire watch.

4.21 Provide for Government review a test report that addresses the following:

a. Concrete mix design

b. Samples for strength, slump, air content, temperature of concrete, time since batch was mixed

c. Curing temperatures

d. Concrete placement

4.22 Proposed Site Layout: Construct gravel parking lots, building foundations, security fencing and the main access gravel road from the county road to the proposed site access. Reference Attachment A “Aerial View – Stono Preserve North Research Station Proposed Parking Area” and Attachment B “Plan View - Proposed Building Layout.”

a. Parking lot is for privately owned vehicles (POV) and government owned vehicles (GOV). Due to the low sandy area, this area may require geodesic cloth or mesh. Soil borings are imperative to determine design layout. Parking lot shall be gravel and large enough to safely accommodate fifty-two (52) cars i.e., 30 POVs and 22 GOVs.

b. Provide two (2) ADA paved parking spaces inclusive of a paved route from the parking area to the concrete slab under the shade canopy.

c. Main access security gate is automatic with cardkey access. Security gates for the other two site access points are manual.

d. Provide security fencing as needed.

e. LED site and security lighting.

f. ADA ramps for access into the modular trailers.

g. Address minor ditching limits, installation of culverts, site drainage, storm water runoff, and minor landscaping/restoration where applicable.

h. Provide storm water runoff and sheet drainage through a small storm sewer system with retention on outflow. Parking lot/site drainage plan is as approved by the University of Clemson and state and local government units.

i. Modular installer is responsible for designing and installing piers/concrete block foundation, anchors and tiedowns for trailers. A/E shall review and approve design based on the geotechnical report.

4.23 Shade Canopy: Provide a shade canopy with a concrete slab. Include a perimeter wall to help minimize rodent/rat access to the site. Shade canopy shall be capable of withstanding hurricane force winds. Contractor shall verify wind load exposure for locale and submit supporting documentation prior to construction. Reference IBC Wind Load Chart and ASCE Wind Speed Map.

a. The roof structure shall be high enough to ensure the front openings of each modular trailer are covered. This will provide protection during inclement weather.

b. Structure shall provide access/cover to the front of four 8’W x30’L CONEX storage containers.

c. Shade canopy shall include LED lighting.

d. Install “Big Ass Fans” or equal.

e. Concrete slab shall be a minimum of six inches thick and support the weight of heavy-duty pickup trucks used to deliver supplies to the storage units. Trucks should have clear access to the units under the canopy.

f. Roof shall be continuous with 26-gauge R-panels or better. Provide a two feet overhang over all structures.

g. Roof panels shall have a factory-painted white baked on finish. Roof and finish shall have a minimum 5-year non-prorated warranty against blistering, flaking, or peeling of the finish. Specify to fabricate sheet metal flashing and trim in shop to the greatest extent possible. Seal joints as required for watertight construction. Rivet joints where necessary for strength.

h. Provide eight external receptacles with in-use covers under the shade canopy.

i. Provide wireless access capability.

j. Provide two yard hydrants/hose bibs. Install one on opposite sides of the shade canopy structure. Equip with lockouts.

4.24 Utilities: Contractor shall determine the most cost-effective method to access the necessary utilities needed at the site. Coordinate with the University of Clemson for any existing utility site maps.

a. Provide a determination of available site utilities within proximity of the proposed construction site, i.e., telephone, data, water, electric, etc. Coordinate utility requirements with local utility companies.

b. Provide IT infrastructure as it relates to connectivity to the buildings. Contractor shall determine the best access points during the design process i.e., at the county road or the adjacent training building. Equip both trailers with telephone/data access inclusive of wireless access. In addition, shade canopy shall have wireless access.

c. Provide electrical service to each modular trailer and the shade canopy. Layout shall include a generator with a manual transfer switch. Generator shall power the site for 48 hours.

d. Provide a septic system to county/state and environmental standards. Coordinate with local approving/permitting officials. Connect water service to the closest public potable water system. Coordinate with the local authority having jurisdictions to ensure the design layout is approved and ready for permitting.

e. Provide low voltage systems (conduits) for gate controls and outside security cameras.

Staff will utilize link passes to access main gate controls.

4.25 Erosion, Runoff and Temporary Dust Control: Address preventative measures to control foreseeable dust, erosion, or sediment problems. Measures to control erosion and other pollutants such as temporary storm drain protection shall be in place. These measures shall be properly designed for implementation during construction.

a. Address minor ditching limits, installation of culverts, site drainage, storm water runoff, and minor landscaping/restoration where applicable.

b. Contractor shall ensure that safety, sheeting, shoring, compacting disturbed load bearing soil; and bracing materials and installation requirements are designed to protect trenching, excavations and adjacent structures, utilities, and property. Utilize effective techniques to prevent soil erosion and standing water.

c. Reseed where required and appropriate.

4.26 Site Survey: Verify existing above ground and below ground on-site utilities and have them marked to aid with construction. Reference Attachment C, “Aerial View - Stono Preserve Entrance Distances.”

a. Contractor is responsible for locating existing utilities at the construction site prior to digging. Contractor shall contact “Dig Tess” or similar entity to mark and identify buried utilities in the project area. Contractor will assume all responsibilities if damage occurs resulting from failure to properly identify site utilities in the construction zone. Damaged utilities whether above or below grade will be repaired at no cost to the Government.

b. Contractor shall not leave any open trench overnight. Excavate only the amount of trenching that can be covered during a normal shift or provide proper coverings as approved by the PM.

4.27 Licenses/Permits: Contractor shall ensure all appointments, licenses, and permits required to construct are obtained. Provide evidence of such permits and licenses to the Contracting Officer.

Contractor is responsible for coordinating with the County Road Commission, state, University of Clemson, and other governing entities to procure all the necessary clearances and approvals required to construct on the site. Incorporate requirements in the design documents as needed.

4.28 All material and equipment shall be new and rated for the environment in which installed. All nuts and bolts, etc. specified in direct contact with corrosive chemicals shall be stainless steel.

a. Coat all nuts and bolts, other than stainless steel, with a rust inhibitor.

b. Fasteners shall be suitable to withstand design loads as recommended by the manufacturer. Exposed heads shall match the color of the sheet metal.

FOR INFORMATION ONLY (Basic requirements for the modular trailers and Conex storage containers are provided for information only to ensure the required infrastructure is in place for final connection by others.)

4.29 Modular Trailers (By Others): Between the two trailers, layout should provide for five private offices and “bull pen” (classroom layout) areas for 27 employees. Color schemes to be determined after contract award.

Modular trailers shall be installed and provided by others under a separate lease contract.

Modular installer is responsible for designing and installing piers, anchors and tiedowns. A/E shall review and approve design based on the geotechnical report.

Interior Finish

A. Paneled walls.

B. 8 ft. ceiling height, T-grid suspended ceiling.

C. Floors: Commercial grade vinyl tile.

Exterior Finish/Frame

A. Roof: Premium standing seam metal with minimum 16” overhang, on all sides. Vented vinyl eve soffit.

B. All lumber shall be pressure-treated.

C. Siding: HARDIPLANK or equivalent fiber-cement panels attached with stainless steel nails. Siding and all unfinished wood trim shall be primed (one coat) and premium exterior grade, 100% acrylic latex paint (two coats). Cap wood trim where possible with vinyl siding.

D. All undercarriage structural steel shall be coated with a premium high-performance primer and paint system to prevent corrosion.

E. Stairs: Heavy duty aluminum construction fastened to 4’W x 8’L x 4”H concrete landing.

F. Jack stands: Heavy duty, hot-dipped galvanized.

G. Anchoring: Steel cross drives and metal straps as required.

Windows/Doors

A. Horizontal aluminum sliding windows w/insect screens, bronze tinted glass.

B. Doors: 3’W x 7’H, minimum. Paint shall be premium exterior grade, semi-gloss finish. Color to be determined after award of contract. Ensure doors meet ADA compliance.

1. Office doors shall be lockable via key access. Coordinate with Government on the number of duplicate keys to provide.

2. Provide heavy duty security exterior doors with door closer, metal frame, aluminum thresholds and seals. Access via keys. Coordinate with the Government on the number of duplicate keys to provide.

Insulation A. No insulation under flooring unless required per code.

B. Ceiling insulation shall be fiberglass batting above T-grid ceiling panels.

C. Walls shall be insulated.

D. Air duct blanket insulation shall conform to the applicable ASTM standard. Provide external duct insulation with a vapor barrier and sufficient R-value to meet the energy code and prevent condensation. Submit supporting documentation.

Restroom

A. Two ADA compliant bathrooms i.e., male and female. Equip bathrooms with the following:

1. One lavatory sink equipped with cold and hot.

2. Electric tankless water heater, 4 GPM (Rheem RTE-13 or equal)

3. Mirror and a single strip fluorescent light above the mirror.

4. GFI duplex receptacle.

5. Exhaust fan with a timer.

6. Soap and paper towel dispenser and disposal.

7. Sanitary napkin trash disposal.

B. Small storage cabinet for cleaning supplies.

Conference/Break Room A. Approx. 6 ft. long wall and base cabinets with countertop. All plywood construction shall have a high-pressure laminate finish.

B. Countertop single compartment stainless steel sink, 16”L x 16”W x 8”D with hot and cold water.

C. Electric tankless water heater, 4 GPM (Rheem RTE-13, or equal).

D. Provide cabinet space for storage.

E. Electric watercooler.

F. Soap and paper towel dispenser G. Hand sanitizer dispenser

Electrical A. LED ceiling lights and occupancy sensors B. Exterior LED lights, one mounted above each exterior entry door. Equivalent

100-watt illumination, automatic photocell activation.

C. Receptacles:

1. Provide two GFI duplex 120 VAC, 20-amp wall outlets (each on dedicated circuit) mounted above countertop, on each side of the sink in the break room/conference room area.

2. Provide one dedicated 120 VAC, 20-amp wall outlet for a refrigerator and one outlet for the water cooler.

3. Provide duplex receptacles as required by code along the interior perimeter walls of the trailers inclusive of a couple of quads.

4. One exterior receptacle on the front and back of each trailer, for a total of two exterior receptacles. Provide in-use covers.

5. Provide a minimum of one receptacle on each wall in the offices and a quad receptacle near the desk area for electronic equipment.

6. Dedicated receptacle for centralized copier/printer.

D. Ground modular trailers per code.

HVAC

A. Provide electric heating ventilation and air conditioner to maintain interior spaces at 75 degrees F, 50% RH.

B. Additive Option No. 1: The air conditioner outdoor unit shall be treated with an anti-corrosion coating, similar or equal to Blygold PoluAl. The cost for this option shall be listed in the proposal as a separate line item. Exterior unit shall be bolted in a protective cage to mitigate theft and vandalism.

IT/Security Requirements: Contractor shall ensure the infrastructure for the IT/Security requirements are in place for later connection.

A. Data conduit: Install conduit, minimum 1” with pull string and terminate above ceiling height in new modular building office and break/conference room.

Coordinate with the Government for specific installation requirements.

B. Provide telephone/data lines for each private office and four telephone/data ports in the two bull pen areas. Ensure trailers have wireless capability. Coordinate with the Government for specific IT installation requirements.

C. Security requirements to be determined.

Fire Equipment: Equip trailers and storage units with fire/smoke detectors and fire extinguishers.

Provide fire extinguishers with the proper enclosures. Enclosures shall be rated for the environment in which maintained.

4.30 CONEX Storage Units (By Others):

a. Four 8’W x 30’L CONEX storage units leased under a separate contract. Two of which are refrigerated trailers.

b. Provide fire extinguishers with proper enclosures.

c. LED lighting and occupancy sensors per code

d. Receptacles: four per Conex unit

e. Shelving and layout: USDA to provide layout after contract award.

f. Anchor and rust proof storage units.

g. Secure storage units with heavy duty pad locks and keys. Coordinate with USDA the number of duplicate keys required.

h. Storage material requirements and type to be determined. Coordinate with the

Government.

5.0 Project Data: As applicable, the following information and design criteria are available for the Contractor’s use to ensure compliance. Version identified may or may not be the latest. Contractor to confirm and reference the latest version prior to incorporating into design documents. Not all project data provided is applicable to this project.

• USDA Facilities Design Standards http://www.afm.ars.usda.gov/ppweb/PDF/242-01M.pdf

• Designated Green Products for Federal Procurement http://www.afm.ars.usda.gov/ppweb/PDF/242-01M.pdf https://sftool.gov/greenprocurement

• 29 CFR Part 1910 Occupational Safety and Health Standards

• 29 CFR Part 1926 Safety and Health Regulations for Construction

• USDA Green Purchasing Affirmative Procurement Program https://www.dm.usda.gov/procuement/toolkit/gpapp.doc

• Preferred Biobased Products found at https://www.biopreferred.gov/BioPreferred/

• Recommended Recycled-Content Construction Material found at https://www.epa.gov/smm/comprehensive-procurement-guideline-cpg-program

6.0 Project Contacts

6.1 APHIS Contracting Officer (CO)

Jim Roloff USDA APHIS MRPBS Acquisition Branch 250 Marquette Avenue, Suite 410 Minneapolis, MN 55401-2329 Tel. No.: (612) 590-7603 Email: James.G.Roloff@usda.gov

6.2 APHIS PPQ Field Operations - Project Manager (PM)

Ralph “Randy” O’Neal Management Analyst 920 Main Campus Drive, Suite 200 Raleigh, NC 20737 Tel. No.: (919) 855-7363 Cell No.: (919) 559-6152 Email: Ralph.W.Oneal@usda.gov

6.3 APHIS PPQ National Facility Manager (NFM)

Kirk F. Richardson

USDA APHIS PPQ

504 Hemlock Street Davison, MI 48423 Tel. No.: (301) 851-2648 Fax No.:

Cell No.: (956) 458-7272/(810) 820-1916

Email: Kirk.F.Richardson@usda.gov

6.4 APHIS Engineering Project Manager (EPM)

Rheta R. Johnson

USDA APHIS MRP AAMD ESB

Room 3A-03.40 4700 River Road, Unit 115 Riverdale, MD 20737 https://sam.gov/opp/7052594ad7cf44cd804e65f04ecd9abf/view https://sftool.gov/greenprocurement https://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owasrch.search_form?p_doc_type=STANDARDS&p_toc_level=1&p_keyvalue=1910 https://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owasrch.search_form?p_doc_type=STANDARDS&p_toc_level=1&p_keyvalue=1926 https://www.dm.usda.gov/procuement/toolkit/gpapp.doc https://www.biopreferred.gov/BioPreferred/ https://www.epa.gov/smm/comprehensive-procurement-guideline-cpg-program mailto:James.G.Roloff@usda.gov mailto:Ralph.W.Oneal@usda.gov mailto:Kirk.F.Richardson@usda.gov

Tel. No.: (301) 851-2638 Cell No.: (301) 440-1623 Email: Rheta.R.Johnson@usda.gov

6.5 APHIS Safety and Health Branch Chief

Timothy Snidow

USDA APHIS MRP ESSD

4700 River Road Riverdale, MD 20737 Tel. No.: (301) 904-0916 Cell No.: (443) 772-4862 Email: Timothy.Snidow@usda.gov

6.6 COR and ALB-SC Program Director

Kimberly Dean

USDA APHIS PPQ

4600 Goer Dr, Ste 104 North Charleston, SC 29406 Tel. No.: (843) 852-8234

Email: kimberly.dean@usda.gov

6.7 College of Charleston Construction Project Manager

Robert Lucas College of Charleston Facilities Management 133 Calhoun St Charleston, SC 29401 Tel. No.: (843) 953-6568 Cell No.: (843) 518-3410 Email: lucasra@cofc.edu

6.8 University of Clemson ALB Program Manager

Haley Ritger Department of Plant Industry Clemson University P.O. Box 969 Hollywood, SC 29449 Tel. No.: (843) 973-8329 Cell No.: (843) 974-5468 Email: hritger@clemson.edu Website: www.clemson.edu/public/alb

7.0 Other Requirements

7.1 Construction drawings/sketches provided by the Contractor shall show all proposed work items. Submittals shall meet the requirements of section 12.0 “Design Submittals.”

Construction drawings/sketches shall meet the requirements of paragraph 10.3 “Compliance with Building Codes.”

7.2 The Contractor shall comply with the latest editions of national codes and regulations including federal, state, and local laws. Contractor shall pull permits as required and as denoted in the SOW. Codes and regulations include, but are not limited to, the following:

https://sam.gov/opp/7052594ad7cf44cd804e65f04ecd9abf/view mailto:Rheta.R.Johnson@usda.gov mailto:Timothy.Snidow@usda.gov mailto:kimberly.dean@usda.gov mailto:lucasra@cofc.edu mailto:hritger@clemson.edu http://www.clemson.edu/public/alb

• International Building Code (IBC)

• National Electrical Code (NEC)

• National Life Safety Code

• Occupational Safety and Health Administration Regulations (OSHA)

• National Plumbing Code

• National Earthquake Hazardous Reduction Program (NEHRP) provisions for seismic requirements in new buildings

• USDA Facilities Design Standards - ARS 242-01M

• Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

7.3 Cost Proposal and Schedule: Based upon this SOW, the Contractor shall prepare an itemized fee proposal and schedule of values for services required to complete the aforementioned project. Fee proposal shall show tasks, the disciplines required, number of hours for each discipline, labor costs for each discipline/trade, material costs, travel costs, etc.

A cover letter shall set forth all assumptions and exemptions made in the development of the fee proposal and indicate the costs for each task. A lump sum proposal without the required breakout is unacceptable.

7.4 Field Investigation and Site Survey: The Contractor shall coordinate with the PM and inform the CO of all scheduled site investigations. Contractor shall investigate proposed construction site to ascertain site conditions prior to commencing construction including interviewing the Government to ensure all requirements are captured and to mitigate rework.

Contractor shall evaluate the capacity of existing utility systems to support new equipment installations.

7.5 Compliance with Building Codes: In accordance with Public Law 100-678, federal agencies must comply with national building codes, local building codes, and zoning ordinances. The Contractor shall comply with the appropriate statutes governing the signing and sealing of engineering reports and drawings. Project design/construction shall comply with “USDA Facilities Design Standards” provided in paragraph 5.0 “Project Data” where applicable.

7.6 Compliance with Local Building Officials: Public Law 100-678 requires federal agencies to offer local building officials the opportunity to review projects for code conformance. The design/construction effort must include coordination efforts with the local building officials including officials at the military base, etc. The federal Government will not pay for reviews.

If the code authority declines to review the project without payment, the Contractor shall document the effort was made to coordinate with the code authority, but that they declined the offer. If the code authority chooses to review design without payment, the Contractor shall coordinate all project submissions with the local code authorities.

7.7 Code Analysis: The Contractor shall submit a certified statement indicating compliance with applicable codes, environmental permitting for the subject project, occupancy classifications, type of construction, etc.

7.8 Meeting Minutes: Contractor shall be responsible for conducting progress meetings and recording any minutes. Contractor shall document and distribute all project meeting minutes three days before the next scheduled meeting. The meeting minutes need only record the date, time, location, attendees, major issues discussed, and conclusions reached. Meetings, if required, are at the discretion of the PM.

a. Contractor shall participate in project meetings at the project site during the construction portion of the contract with the Government. Contractor shall document inspection observations inclusive of punch list items

b. Since this project requires coordination with several outside entities, Contractor shall maintain written documentation of all correspondence and conversations between the Contractor and the authorities having jurisdiction for this project. As must as possible, notify the Government of any scheduled meetings with jurisdictional authorities to allow the option for participation in the meeting.

7.9 Preferred Biobased Products: Construction shall include the use of appropriate preferred biobased products. Contractor shall maintain a list of any biobased products used on the project. Reference the following link https://www.biopreferred.gov/BioPreferred/faces/catalog/Catalog.xhtml

7.10 Recycled-Content Construction Material: Construction shall include the use of appropriate recycled-content construction material. Contractor shall maintain a list of any recycled products used on the project. A list of recommended recycled-content construction material can be found at https://www.epa.gov/smm/comprehensive-procurement-guidelines-construction-products.

7.11 Electronic Files: Drawings/sketches related to this effort will be prepared using computer aided design and drafting (CADD), AutoCAD for Windows, and will be in both .DWG and .PDF formats. Electronic and hard copy formats of the drawings and specifications will be provided to the Government.

7.12 As-Built Drawings: As-built drawings shall be updated at the completion of the contract per the red lines to reflect actual conditions and all additional work items completed under any change order. Final as-built drawings and specifications shall be signed and sealed by a Professional Engineer. Contractor shall coordinate with the Designer of Record for completion of the as-built drawings. Contractor shall surrender the red-lines and as-builts to the Government for record.

7.13 Turnover Final Construction Drawings/Sketches: Electronic and hard copy formats of the drawings and specifications shall be provided to USDA. As-Builts drawings shall be properly dated, labeled, and stamped.

8.0 Equipment Submittals:

8.1 Contractor shall forward equipment submittals in accordance with the submittal schedule.

Each submission shall include drawings/sketches, specifications, and itemized construction costs. Any drawings/sketches developed should show all proposed work items, including but not limited to, installing new equipment or devices, details, elevations, sections, diagrams, etc. needed to fully develop the proposed work. Contractor shall ensure that submittals are identified with the appropriate date, revision number and submittal identifier to avoid confusion. The Contractor shall comply with the appropriate statutes governing the signing and sealing of engineering reports and drawings. It is expected that the Contractor will use professional judgment in determining that enough information is included in each submittal for an effective review.

8.2 Submittal schedule: Upon receipt of the Notice to Proceed, the Contractor shall provide in writing a work schedule that encompasses the performance period and all tasks. Submit https://sam.gov/opp/7052594ad7cf44cd804e65f04ecd9abf/view https://www.biopreferred.gov/BioPreferred/faces/catalog/Catalog.xhtml https://www.epa.gov/smm/comprehensive-procurement-guidelines-construction-products https://www.epa.gov/smm/comprehensive-procurement-guidelines-construction-products schedule in Gantt chart format or equal. Schedule should identify critical path elements and indicate project requirements for each submission and review stage. The number of days indicates the time duration to complete a task upon completion of the preceding task. A minimum of 14 calendar days for review time will be required by the Government. The duration of the contract shall not exceed 180 working days from issuance of the Notice to Proceed.

8.3 Submittal Distribution: The Contractor shall send copies of submittals directly to the following individuals. A copy of the Contractor’s transmittal letter shall be provided to the CO and EPM. Reference section 6.0 “Project Contacts” for respective contact information.

Electronic .pdf and hardcopies equipment submittals

APHIS EMSSD

APHIS Security Contracting Officer

COR

Project Manager National Facility Manager Engineering Project Manager

9.0 Final Document Turnover

Final as-built drawings shall incorporate and address all design changes. Final construction drawings and specifications, including and reports shall be signed and sealed by Professional Architects and Engineers registered to practice in the state where the project is located.

Include all project documents on either CD or thumb drives (TD). Please categorize appropriately. Coordinate with the EPM closeout document requirements. Closeout documents shall be submitted no later than twenty (20) days upon completion of the project.

University of Clemson 2 copies: 1 - arch C-size, typ.; 1 CD/TD College of Charleston 2 copies: 1 - C-size; 1 CD/TD National Facility Manager 2 copies: 1 - C-size; 1 CD/TD Project Manager 2 copies: 1 - C-size; 1 CD/TD Engineering Project Manager 2 copies: 1 - C-size; 1 CD/TD

CLAUSES

Clauses in Full Text

52.204-21 Basic Safeguarding of Covered Contractor Information Systems (Jun 2016)

(a) Definitions. As used in this clause--

“Covered contractor information system” means an information system that is owned or operated by a contractor that processes, stores, or transmits Federal contract information.

“Federal contract information” means information, not intended for public release, that is provided by or generated for the Government under a contract to develop or deliver a product or service to the Government, but not including information provided by the Government to the public (such as on public Web sites) or simple transactional information, such as necessary to process payments.

“Information” means any communication or representation of knowledge such as facts, data, or opinions, in any medium or form, including textual, numerical, graphic, cartographic, narrative, or audiovisual (Committee on National Security Systems Instruction (CNSSI) 4009).

“Information system” means a discrete set of information resources organized for the collection, processing, maintenance, use, sharing, dissemination, or disposition of information (44 U.S.C. 3502).

“Safeguarding” means measures or controls that are prescribed to protect information systems.

(b) Safeguarding requirements and procedures.

(1) The Contractor shall apply the following basic safeguarding requirements and procedures to protect covered contractor information systems. Requirements and procedures for basic safeguarding of covered contractor information systems shall include, at a minimum, the following security controls:

(i) Limit information system access to authorized users, processes acting on behalf of authorized users, or devices (including other information systems).

(ii) Limit information system access to the types of transactions and functions that authorized users are permitted to execute.

(iii) Verify and control/limit connections to and use of external information systems.

(iv) Control information posted or processed on publicly accessible information systems.

(v) Identify information system users, processes acting on behalf of users, or devices.

(vi) Authenticate (or verify) the identities of those users, processes, or devices, as a prerequisite to allowing access to organizational information systems.

(vii) Sanitize or destroy information system media containing Federal Contract Information before disposal or release for reuse.

(viii) Limit physical access to organizational information systems, equipment, and the respective operating environments to authorized individuals.

(ix) Escort visitors and monitor visitor activity; maintain audit logs of physical access;

and control and manage physical access devices.

(x) Monitor, control, and protect organizational communications (i.e., information transmitted or received by organizational information systems) at the external boundaries and key internal boundaries of the information systems.

(xi) Implement subnetworks for publicly accessible system components that are physically or logically separated from internal networks.

(xii) Identify, report, and correct information and information system flaws in a timely manner.

(xiii) Provide protection from malicious code at appropriate locations within organizational information systems.

(xiv) Update malicious code protection mechanisms when new releases are available.

(xv) Perform periodic scans of the information system and real-time scans of files from external sources as files are downloaded, opened, or executed.

(2) Other requirements. This clause does not relieve the Contractor of any other specific safeguarding requirements specified by Federal agencies and departments relating to covered contractor information systems generally or other Federal safeguarding requirements for controlled unclassified information (CUI) as established by Executive Order 13556.

(c) Subcontracts. The Contractor shall include the substance of this clause, including this paragraph (c), in subcontracts under this contract (including subcontracts for the acquisition of commercial items, other than commercially available off-the-shelf items), in which the subcontractor may have Federal contract information residing in or transiting through its information system.

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52.211-10 Commencement, Prosecution, and Completion of Work (Apr 1984)

The Contractor shall be…