1282A724Q0013.pdf

SOLICITATION, OFFER,

AND AWARD

2. TYPE OF SOLICITATION

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

PAGE OF PAGES

7. ISSUED BY 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

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

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

CALL:

FOR

SEALED BID (IFB)

NEGOTIATED (RFP)

1113584

JOB CORPS AQM

USDA FOREST SERVICE

1617 COLE BLVD

LAKEWOOD CO 80401

82A7

Brad Higley @ bradley.higley@usda.gov

BRADLEY HIGLEY 800-832-1355

101/30/2024

1282A724Q0013

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

GRO Water Tower

11. The Contractor shall begin performance within

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 75 calendar days and complete it within ________________ ________________ calendar days after receiving

03/28/2024

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. 8/2014)

Prescribed by GSA

FAR(48 CFR) 53.236-1(d)

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

26. ADMINISTERED BY 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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JOB CORPS AQM

USDA FOREST SERVICE

1617 COLE BLVD

LAKEWOOD CO 80401

82A7

BRADLEY B. HIGLEY

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, certifications, and specifications incorporated by reference in or attached to this contract.

copies to issuing office.)

10 U.S.C. 2304(c) 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)

STANDARD FORM 1442 (REV. 8/2014) BACK

Continued...

ITEM NO.

(A)

SUPPLIES/SERVICES

(B)

QUANTITY

(C)

UNIT

(D)

UNIT PRICE

(E)

AMOUNT

(F)

NAME OF OFFEROR OR CONTRACTOR

3 16

CONTINUATION SHEET

REFERENCE NO. OF DOCUMENT BEING CONTINUED PAGE OF

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Delivery: 75 Days After Notice to Proceed

Delivery Location Code: 4826

USDA FOREST SERVICE

GREAT ONYX JOB CORPS CENTER

3115 OLLIE RIDGE ROAD

MAMMOTH CAVE KY 42259 US

0001 Water Tower Painting and Misc Maintenance

0002 Guardrail, Gate, and Landing Construction

FOB: Destination

0003 Cable Safe Climb Installation

FOB: Destination

The "Submit Invoice-to" address for USDA orders is the Department of Treasury's Invoice

Processing Platform (IPP). The contractor must follow the instructions on how to register and submit invoices via IPP as prescribed in the previous communications from USDA and Treasury.

All invoices are to be submitted via the electronic Invoice Processing Platform. This is a mandatory requirement initiated by the U.S.

Department of Treasury and you can find more information at this website https://www.ipp.gov/index.htm. Please make sure that your company has registered at https://www.ipp.gov/vendors/enrollment-vendors.htm to establish your account.

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

Sponsored by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.110

USDA Forest Service Ordering Guide, Version 1.1

PART I—THE SCHEDULE

SECTION B--SUPPLIES OR SERVICES AND PRICES/COSTS

B.1 SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

See attached

SECTION C--DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATIONS/STATEMENT OF WORK

C.1 SCOPE OF CONTRACT

See attached.

C.2 PROJECT LOCATON

Great Onyx Job Corps Center located in Mammoth Cave, KY

C.3 MAGNITUDE OF CONSTRUCTION PROJECT

Under $100,000

C.4 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

See attached

SECTION D--PACKAGING AND MARKING

D.1 and D.2 are included in the Parent IDIQ.

D.3 PACKING AND MARKING

All shipments of materials, equipment and/or supplies shall be addressed to the Contractor and not to the Government.

D.4 PROJECT LABELING FOR OFFICIAL CORRESPONDENCE

The Government singularly identifies each project with a contract number at time of award. The contract number is a unique identifier to purposely and permanently represent an awarded project. The Government issued contract number is to be referenced on all official communication starting upon notice of award. See D.2 in the parent IDIQ.

SECTION E--INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

E.1 CLAUSES

All inspection clauses are included in the Parent IDIQ. The inspection clause which applies to this project is:

52.246-12 Inspection of Construction (AUG 1996)

SECTION F--DELIVERIES OR PERFORMANCE

F.1 CLAUSES

The FAR 52.242-14 Suspension of Work (APR 1984) clause is included in the Parent IDIQ.

52.211-13 Time Extensions (SEP 2000)

52.211-18 Variation in Estimated Quantity (APR 1984)

52.211-10 Commencement, Prosecution, and Completion of Work (APR 1984) The Contractor shall be required to (a) commence work under this contract within 10 days after the date the Contractor receives the notice to proceed, (b) prosecute the work diligently, and (c) complete the entire work ready for use not later than 75 days. The time stated for completion shall include final cleanup of the premises.

F.2 OTHER REQUIREMENTS

SECTION G--CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION DATA

G.1 through G.6 are included in the Parent IDIQ.

G.1 Contracting Staff (Forest Service Addendum to G.1) All communications pertaining to contractual and/or administrative matters under this contract shall be sent to:

Brad Higley at bradley.higley@usda.gov

G.7 OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Post Award Conference A post award conference with the successful offeror is required. It will be scheduled and held within 10 days after the date of contract award. The conference will be held at via teams.

SECTION H--SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

H.1 through H.16 are included in the Parent IDIQ

H.17 OTHER REQUIREMENTS

KEY PERSONNEL

(a) The Contractor shall assign to this contract the following key personnel: __

_Site Superintendent___________________________________________________________.

(b) During the first ninety (90) days of performance, the Contractor shall make no substitutions of key personnel unless the substitution is necessitated by illness, death, or termination of employment. The Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer within 15 calendar days after the occurrence of any of these events and provide the information required by paragraph (c) below. After the initial 90-day period, the Contractor shall submit the information required by paragraph (c) to the Contracting Officer at least 15 days prior to making any permanent substitutions.

(c) The Contractor shall provide a detailed explanation of the circumstances necessitating the proposed substitutions, complete resumes for the proposed substitutes, and any additional information requested by the Contracting Officer. Proposed substitutes should have comparable qualifications to those of the persons being replaced. The Contracting Officer will notify the Contractor within 15 calendar days after receipt of all required information of the decision on substitutions. The contract will be modified to reflect any approved changes of key personnel.

USE OF PREMISES

(a) Before any camp, quarry, borrow pit, storage, detour, or bypass site, other than shown on the drawings, is opened or operated on USDA land or lands administered by the USDA, the Contractor shall obtain written permission from the Contracting Officer. A camp is interpreted to include a campsite or trailer parking area of any employee working on the project for the Contractor.

(b) Unless excepted elsewhere in the contract, the Contractor shall (i) provide and maintain sanitation facilities for the work force at the site and (ii) dispose of solid waste in accordance with applicable Federal, State and local regulations.

ARCHAEOLOGICAL OR HISTORIC SITES

If a previously unidentified archaeological or historic site(s) is encountered, the Contractor shall discontinue work in the general area of the site(s) and notify the Contracting Officer immediately.

CONTROL OF EROSION, SEDIMENTATION, AND POLLUTION

(a) Operations shall be scheduled and conducted to minimize erosion of soils and to prevent silting and muddying of streams, rivers, irrigation systems, and impoundments (lakes, reservoirs, etc.).

(b) Pollutants such as fuels, lubricants, bitumens, raw sewage, and other harmful materials shall not be discharged on the ground; into or nearby rivers, streams, or impoundments; or into natural or man-made channels. Wash water or waste from concrete or aggregate operations shall not be allowed to enter live streams prior to treatment by filtration, settling, or other means sufficient to reduce the sediment content to not more than that of the stream into which it is discharged.

(c) Mechanized equipment shall not be operated in flowing streams without written approval by the Contracting Officer.

INSURANCE COVERAGE

Pursuant to FAR clause 52.228-5, Insurance-Work on a Government Installation, the Contractor will be required to present evidence to show, as a minimum, the amounts of insurance coverage indicated below:

(a) Workers Compensation and Employer's Liability. The Contractor is required to comply with applicable Federal and State workers' compensation and occupational disease statutes. If occupational diseases are not compensable under those statutes, they shall be covered under the employer's liability section of the insurance policy, except when contract operations are so commingled with a Contractor's commercial operations that it would not be practical to require this coverage. Employer's liability coverage of at least $100,000 shall be required, except in States with exclusive or monopolistic funds that do not permit worker's compensation to be written by private carriers.

(b) General Liability. (1) The Contractor shall have bodily injury liability coverage written on a comprehensive form of policy of at least $500,000 per occurrence. (2) The Contractor shall have property damage liability insurance shall be required in the amount of ____*___ per occurrence.

(c) Automobile Liability. The Contractor shall have automobile liability insurance written on a comprehensive form of policy. The policy shall provide for bodily injury and property damage liability covering the operation of all automobiles used in connection with performing the contract. Policies covering automobiles operated in the United States shall provide coverage of at least $200,000 per person and $500,000 per occurrence for bodily injury and $20,000 per occurrence for property damage or loss.

(d) Aircraft Public and Passenger Liability. When aircraft are used in connection with performing the contract, the Contractor shall have aircraft public and passenger liability insurance. Coverage shall be at least $200,000 per person and $500,000 per occurrence for bodily injury, other than passenger injury. Coverage for passenger injury shall be at least $200,000 multiplied by the number of seats or passengers, whichever is greater.

PART II--CONTRACT CLAUSES

SECTION I--CONTRACT CLAUSES

I.1 CLAUSES

All Clauses included in the Parent IDIQ apply to this Task Order, per H.12.2 in the Parent IDIQ. Clauses included below provide additional clarification pertinent to Forest Service requirements and the specific requirement under this Task Order.

Addendum to 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference (FEB 1998) This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es):

Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Clauses:

https://www.acquisition.gov/browse/index/far (FAR clauses begin with 52)

Department of Agriculture Acquisition Regulation (AGAR) Clauses:

https://www.acquisition.gov/agar (AGAR clauses begin with 452)

Deviations to clauses may be viewed at:

https://www.dm.usda.gov/procurement/policy/FARClassDeviations.htm

52.236-21 Specifications and Drawings for Construction (FEB 1997)

Alternate I (APR 1984)

Alternate II (APR 1984)

52.244-6 Subcontracts for Commercial Products and Commercial Services (JAN 2022)

(DEVIATION APR 2020)

52.246-21 Warranty of Construction (MAR 1994)

52.223-9 Estimate of Percentage of Recovered Material Content for EPA-Designated Items (May 2008)

(a) Definitions. As used in this clause— https://www.acquisition.gov/browse/index/far https://www.acquisition.gov/agar https://www.dm.usda.gov/procurement/policy/FARClassDeviations.htm

“Postconsumer material” means a material or finished product that has served its intended use and has been discarded for disposal or recovery, having completed its life as a consumer item.

Postconsumer material is a part of the broader category of “recovered material.”

“Recovered material” means waste materials and by-products recovered or diverted from solid waste, but the term does not include those materials and by-products generated from, and commonly reused within, an original manufacturing process.

(b) The Contractor, on completion of this contract, shall—

(1) Estimate the percentage of the total recovered material content for EPA-designated item(s) delivered and/or used in contract performance, including, if applicable, the percentage of post-consumer material content; and

(2) Submit this estimate to _____________________ [Contracting Officer complete in accordance with agency procedures].

52.228-11 Individual Surety - Pledge of Assets (FEB 2021) (DEVIATION APR 2020)

(a) The Contractor shall obtain from each person acting as an individual surety on a performance bond or a payment bond -

(1) A pledge of assets that meets the eligibility, valuation, and security requirements described in the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 28.203-1; and

(2) Standard Form 28, Affidavit of Individual Surety, [except that the words “being duly sworn, depose and say” on the Standard Form 28 are replaced with the word “affirm” and the Standard Form 28 is not required to be sworn and notarized in block 12].

(b) The Contracting Officer may release a portion of the security interest on the individual surety's assets based upon substantial performance of the Contractor's obligations under its performance bond. The security interest in support of a performance bond shall be maintained—

(1) Contracts for the construction, alteration, or repair of any public building or public work of the Federal Government exceeding $150,000 (40 U.S.C. 3131). Until completion of any warranty period, or for 1 year following final payment, whichever is later.

(2) Contracts subject to alternative payment protection (see FAR 28.102-1(b)(1)). For the full contract performance period plus 1 year.

(3) Other contracts not subject to the requirements of paragraph (b)(1) of this clause. Until completion of any warranty period, or for 90 days following final payment, whichever is later.

(c) A surety's assets pledged in support of a payment bond may be released to a subcontractor or supplier upon Government receipt of a Federal district court judgment, or a sworn statement by the subcontractor or supplier that the claim is correct along with a notarized authorization of the release by the surety stating that it approves of such release. The security interest on the individual surety's assets in support of a payment bond shall be maintained—

(1) Contracts for the construction, alteration, or repair of any public building or public work of the Federal Government exceeding $150,000 which require performance and payment bonds (40 U.S.C. 3131). For 1 year following final payment, or until resolution of all pending claims filed against the payment bond during the 1-year period following final payment, whichever is later.

(2) Contracts subject to alternative payment protection (see FAR 28.102-1(b)(1)). For the full contract performance period plus 1 year.

https://www.acquisition.gov/far/part-28#FAR_28_203_1

(3) Other contracts not subject to the requirements of paragraph (c)(1) of this clause. For 90 days following final payment.

(d) The Contracting Officer may allow the Contractor to substitute an individual surety, for a performance or payment bond, after contract award. The Contractor shall comply with the requirements of paragraph (a) of this clause within the timeframe established by the Contracting Officer.

52.228-15 Performance and Payment Bonds -- Construction (JUN 2020) (DEVIATION

APR 2020)

(a) Definitions. As used in this clause -- “Original contract price” means the award price of the contract; or, for requirements contracts, the price payable for the estimated total quantity; or, for indefinite-quantity contracts, the price payable for the specified minimum quantity. Original contract price does not include the price of any options, except those options exercised at the time of contract award.

(b) Amount of required bonds. Unless the resulting contract price is valued at or below the threshold specified in Federal Acquisition Regulation 28.102-1(a) on the date of award of this contract, the successful offeror shall furnish performance and payment bonds to the Contracting Officer as follows:

(1) Performance Bonds (Standard Form 25, EXCEPT THAT A SEAL IS NOT REQUIRED).

The penal amount of performance bonds at the time of contract award shall be 100 percent of the original contract price.

(2) Payment Bonds (Standard Form 25-A, EXCEPT THAT A SEAL IS NOT REQUIRED).

The penal amount of payment bonds at the time of contract award shall be 100 percent of the original contract price.

(3) Additional bond protection.

(i) The Government may require additional performance and payment bond protection if the contract price is increased. The increase in protection generally will equal 100 percent of the increase in contract price.

(ii) The Government may secure the additional protection by directing the Contractor to increase the penal amount of the existing bond or to obtain an additional bond.

(c) Furnishing executed bonds. The Contractor shall furnish all executed bonds, including any necessary reinsurance agreements, to the Contracting Officer, within the time period specified in the Bid Guarantee provision of the solicitation, or otherwise specified by the Contracting Officer, but in any event, before starting work.

(d) Surety or other security for bonds. The bonds shall be in the form of firm commitment, supported by corporate sureties whose names appear on the list contained in Treasury Department Circular 570, individual sureties, or by other acceptable security such as postal money order, certified check, cashier’s check, irrevocable letter of credit, or, in accordance with Treasury Department regulations, certain bonds or notes of the United States. Treasury Circular 570 is published in the Federal Register or may be obtained from the:

U.S. Department of Treasury Financial Management Service Surety Bond Branch https://www.acquisition.gov/far/part-28#FAR_28_102_1

3700 East West Highway, Room 6F01 Hyattsville, MD 20782 Or via the internet at http://www.fms.treas.gov/c570/.

(e) Notice of subcontractor waiver of protection (40 U.S.C. 3133(c)). Any waiver of the right to sue on the payment bond is void unless it is in writing, signed by the person whose right is waived, and executed after such person has first furnished labor or material for use in the performance of the contract.

52.232-40 Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors (NOV 2021)

(DEVIATION APR 2020)

(a)[(1) In accordance with 31 U.S.C. 3903 and 10 U.S.C. 2307, upon receipt of accelerated payments from the Government, the Contractor shall make accelerated payments to its small business subcontractors under this contract [in accordance with the accelerated payment date established], to the maximum extent practicable and prior to when such payment is otherwise required under the applicable contract or subcontract, [with a goal of 15 days] after receipt of a proper invoice and all other required documentation from the small business subcontractor [if a specific payment date is not established by contract.

(2) The Contractor agrees to make such payments to its small business subcontractors without any further consideration from or fees charged to the subcontractor].

(b) The acceleration of payments under this clause does not provide any new rights http://www.fms.treas.gov/c570/

PART III--LIST OF DOCUMENTS, EXHIBITS, AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS

SECTION J--LIST OF ATTACHMENTS

J.1 ATTACHMENTS

SECTION L--INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS, AND NOTICES TO OFFERORS OR

RESPONDENTS

L.1 PROVISIONS

52.252-1 Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference (FEB 1998) This solicitation incorporates one or more solicitation provisions by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. The offeror is cautioned that the listed provisions may include blocks that must be completed by the offeror and submitted with its quotation or offer. In lieu of submitting the full text of those provisions, the offeror may identify the provision by paragraph identifier and provide the appropriate information with its quotation or offer. Also, the full text of a solicitation provision may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es):

Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Clauses:

https://www.acquisition.gov/browse/index/far (FAR clauses begin with 52)

Department of Agriculture Acquisition Regulation (AGAR) Clauses:

https://www.acquisition.gov/agar (AGAR clauses begin with 452)

Deviations to provisions may be viewed at:

https://www.dm.usda.gov/procurement/policy/FARClassDeviations.htm

52.204-22 Alternative Line-Item Proposal (JAN 2017)

52.211-6 Brand Name or Equal (AUG 1999)

52.215-1 Instructions to Offerors--Competitive Acquisition (NOV 2021)

Addenda to FAR clause 52.215-1, paragraph c: Submission of proposals.

1) Offeror must have an active entity registration at https://www.sam.gov/SAM/ in order to submit an offer.

2) All offers shall include:

a) Price Proposal

i) Signed Standard Form 1442, Solicitation/Offer/Award (Construction, Alteration, Repair), with blocks 14 – 20c completed by the offeror.

ii) Section B - Schedule of Items, All blocks must be completed by the offeror. All Items must be priced.

iii) Acknowledgement of solicitation amendments (if any). This can be accomplished by completing section 19 on the SF-1442 or by submitting the signed SF-30(s) from sam.gov with your price proposal.

iv) Scanned copy of fully executed Bonds https://www.acquisition.gov/browse/index/far https://www.acquisition.gov/agar https://www.dm.usda.gov/procurement/policy/FARClassDeviations.htm https://www.sam.gov/SAM/

52.222-5 Construction Wage Rate Requirements—Secondary Site of the Work (MAY 2014) (a)(1) The offeror shall notify the Government if the offeror intends to perform work at any secondary site of the work, as defined in paragraph (a)(1)(ii) of the FAR clause at 52.222-6, Construction Wage Rate Requirements, of this solicitation.

(2) If the offeror is unsure if a planned work site satisfies the criteria for a secondary site of the work, the offeror shall request a determination from the Contracting Officer.

(b)(1) If the wage determination provided by the Government for work at the primary site of the work is not applicable to the secondary site of the work, the offeror shall request a wage determination from the Contracting Officer.

(2) The due date for receipt of offers will not be extended as a result of an offeror’s request for a wage determination for a secondary site of the work.

52.222-23 Notice of Requirement for Affirmative Action to Ensure Equal Employment Opportunity for Construction (FEB 1999) f(a) The offeror's attention is called to the Equal Opportunity clause and the Affirmative Action Compliance Requirements for Construction clause of this solicitation.

(b) The goals for minority and female participation, expressed in percentage terms for the Contractor's aggregate workforce in each trade on all construction work in the covered area, are as follows:

Goals for minority participation for each trade Goals for female participation for each trade

________12%________________________ _6.9%_______________________

These goals are applicable to all the Contractor's construction work performed in the covered area. If the Contractor performs construction work in a geographical area located outside of the covered area, the Contractor shall apply the goals established for the geographical area where the work is actually performed. Goals are published periodically in the Federal Register in notice form, and these notices may be obtained from any Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs office.

(c) The Contractor's compliance with Executive Order 11246, as amended, and the regulations in 41 CFR 60-4 shall be based on (1) its implementation of the Equal Opportunity clause, (2) specific affirmative actions obligations required by the clause entitled "Affirmative Action Compliance Requirements for Construction," and (3) its efforts to meet the goals. The hours of minority and female employment and training must be substantially uniform throughout the length of the contract, and in each trade. The Contractor shall make a good faith effort to employ minorities and women evenly on each of its projects. The transfer of minority or female employees or trainees from Contractor to Contractor, or from project to project, for the sole purpose of meeting the Contractor's goals shall be a violation of the contract, Executive Order 11246, as amended, and the regulations in 41 CFR 60-4. Compliance with the goals will be measured against the total work hours performed.

https://acquisition.gov/far/current/html/52_222.html#wp1147505

(d) The Contractor shall provide written notification to the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Federal Contract Compliance, U. S. Department of Labor, within 10 working days following award of any construction subcontract in excess of $10,000 at any tier for construction work under the contract resulting from this solicitation. The notification shall list the--

(1) Name, address, and telephone number of the subcontractor;

(2) Employer's identification number of the subcontractor;

(3) Estimated dollar amount of the subcontract;

(4) Estimated starting and completion dates of the subcontract; and

(5) Geographical area in which the subcontract is to be performed.

(e) As used in this Notice, and in any contract resulting from this solicitation, the "covered area" is _Edmondson County, KY________.

Alternative Forms of Security If furnished as security, money orders, drafts, cashier's checks, or certified checks shall be drawn payable to USDA Forest Service.

SECTION M--EVALUATION FACTORS FOR AWARD

SECTION M--EVALUATION FACTORS FOR AWARD

M.1 PROVISIONS

M.2 PROPOSAL EVALUATION

Return the following:

Complete and sign the SF-1442.

• Complete Schedule of Items, Section B

• Required Bonding

M.3 EVALUATION FACTORS

Evaluation will occur as stated in the RFP for the base contract

WATER TOWER LIFE SAFETY 010150 – 1

GREAT ONYX JOB CORPS CCC GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

WATER TOWER LIFE SAFETY

GREAT ONYX JOB CORPS CIVILIAN CONSERVATION CENTER

SECTION 010150

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 – SUMMARY OF WORK

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. Work for this project requires the contractor to be responsible for supplying all labor, materials, equipment, utilities, miscellaneous items, freight and delivery and all necessary valid licenses for the work summarized as follows:

1. Prep and repaint water tower exterior, including hatches, overflow pipes, and similar attachments.

2. Install fall protection required danger sign on ladder guard.

3. Install confined space danger signs on side-wall manway hatches and rooftop entry hatch.

4. Install anti-slip rung covers on existing fixed ladder rungs.

5. Install outlet protection on overflow pipe – 24-mesh stainless steel screen and duckbill or flapper valve.

6. Remove rope backer/oakum and caulk from tank chime/foundation seam, re-seal perimeter with product manufactured for this purpose or injection grout.

7. Tighten tank anchor bolts in accordance with tank manufacturer’s direction and tack weld lock nut in place.

8. Replace hose clamp securing grounding electrode system to tank base with clamp

UL listed for interconnection of copper conductor and carbon steel.

9. Construct landing at top of fixed ladder, tank-top guardrail, and gate system, modify existing walk-through ladder section to accommodate new construction.

10. Remove existing track-style climb device mounted to fixed ladder and replace with a cable safe climb system.

11. Furnish 2 new traveling cable grabs compatible with the cable safe climb system’s listing and cable diameter.

1.2 LOCATION

A. This project is located at the Great Onyx Job Corps Center campus located at Lat/Long:

37.248, -86.234 in Edmonson County, Kentucky. The address is 3115 Ollie Ridge Rd, Mammoth Cave, KY 42259. Driving directions can be obtained by calling the Center at

(270) 286-4514.

1.3 WORK HOURS

WATER TOWER LIFE SAFETY 010150 – 2

A. Work hours for this project are between 8:00 AM-4:30 PM Monday through Friday.

Workers are required to check-in daily at the administrative office.

1.4 USE OF PREMISES

A. Confine constructions operations to immediate area of work. Do not disturb portions of Project site beyond areas in which the Work is indicated.

B. Government will occupy site and buildings during entire construction period. Cooperate with Government during construction operations to minimize conflicts and facilitate Government usage. Perform the work so as not to interfere with Government's day-to-day operations.

C. Keep driveways, parking areas, loading areas and entrances to buildings clear and available to Government, Government's employees, and emergency vehicles at all times.

Do not use these areas for parking or storage of materials. Do not close or obstruct walkways, corridors, or other occupied or used facilities without written permission from Government.

1.5 DEFINITIONS

A. The following terms in any combination relating to the installation of products/materials:

install, furnish, provide, or similar statements; mean that the contractor is responsible for the procurement and installation of the products unless it is specifically designated as either a government furnished item, supply only product, or spare.

1.6 STANDARDS AND CODES

A. All contract work shall adhere to the most recent version of:

1. All the International Code Council Family of codes (ICC) e.g. International

Building Code (IBC), International Fire Code (IFC), and International Mechanical Code (IMC).

2. All National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) codes and Standards e.g. , NFPA 70: National Electrical Code (NEC), NFPA 1: Fire Code, and NFPA 101- Life Safety Code.

3. Architectural Barriers Act Standards (ABA or ABAAS).

4. 29 CFR 1910 and 1926 Standards (OSHA).

5. AWWA D100.

6. Product Manufacturer’s installation instructions.

1.7 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

A. Water tank modifications shall be performed by a contractor or subcontractor with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in steel potable water tank construction and maintenance.

B. When applicable to specific contract work items:

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1. Welding shall be performed by AWS or ASME certified welders.

1.8 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. Smoking is permitted on campus only in the designated smoking area.

1.9 SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

A. Schedule of Items:

1. Provide pricing for all items listed in the Schedule of Items.

2. Contract award will be made for all Base Items.

3. Optional Items may or may not be awarded, depending on funding availability.

B. Base Items (BI):

1. Base Item No. 1 –Water Tower Painting and Miscellaneous Maintenance

a. Measurement: This item is measured as a Lump Sum quantity.

b. Payment: The contract lump sum price as shown in the Schedule of Items includes all materials, equipment, labor, and incidentals to:

b. Prep and repaint water tower exterior, including hatches, overflow pipes, and similar attachments.

c. Install fall protection required danger sign on ladder guard.

d. Install confined space danger signs on side-wall manway hatches and rooftop entry hatch.

e. Install anti-slip rung covers on existing fixed ladder rungs.

f. Install outlet protection on overflow pipe – screen and flapper valve.

g. Remove rope backer and caulk from tank chime, re-seal perimeter with product manufactured for this purpose or injection grout.

h. Tighten tank anchor bolts in accordance with tank manufacturer’s direction and tack weld lock nut in place.

i. Replace hose clamp securing grounding electrode system to tank base with clamp UL listed for interconnection of copper conductor and carbon steel.

c. Deficiencies: 145128.

2. Base Item No. 2 – Guardrail, Gate, and Landing Construction

b. Payment: The contract lump sum price as shown in the Schedule of Items includes all materials, equipment, labor, and incidentals to:

i. Construct landing at top of fixed ladder, tank-top guardrail, and gate system, modify existing walk-through ladder section to accommodate new construction.

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3. Base Item No. 3 – Cable Safe Climb Installation

b. Payment: The contract lump sum price as shown in the Schedule of Items includes all materials, equipment, labor, and incidentals to:

i. Remove existing track-style climb device mounted to fixed ladder and replace with a cable safe climb system.

ii. Furnish 2 new traveling cable grabs compatible with the cable safe climb system’s listing.

1.10 REQUIREMENTS FOR TOWER MAINTENANCE

A. Product, Material, and Installation Requirements.

1. Guardrail system: Furnish and install/construct a 2 (minimum) rail guardrail system with toe-kick around perimeter of domed steel water tank. Guardrail system shall comply with 29 CFR 1910.28 and related guardrail standards. The contractor may submit alternate designs for approval. Welding shall be performed by certified welders; welder shall determine appropriate welding technique and electrode for metals being welded – carbon steel to carbon steel and stainless steel to carbon steel.

a. Steel Pipe: ASTM A53, Schedule 40, hot-dipped galvanized.

b. Steel Plates and Shapes: ASTM A26.

c. Bracket and connectors:

1) Basis of Design Products: Kee Safety (models in drawings),

2) Galvanized steel or cast-iron fitting, manufacturer approved for the intended use and certified for 29 CFR 1910 compliance for structural adequacy.

d. Steel Grate: 19W4 Welded Bar, Galvanized Carbon Steel, Serrated Surface.

e. Self-Closing Guardrail Gate- Exterior Use Rated:

1) Basis of Design Product: Key Safety Model SGNA500PC.

2) Galvanized or stainless steel, 2-Rail Guardrail gate with top matching top of guardrail height. 50,000 cycle rated springs, include stop to prevent outward opening, adjust width to match ladder through section or 24” minimum width, install for clearance over operable tank access hatch.

f. Shop Primer for Galvanized Railings: Primer formulated for exterior use over zinc-coated metal and compatible with finish paint systems indicated.

g. Field apply cold galvanizing or other approved (contractor submitted) rust inhibitive primer protective finish to field welds. Contractor shall verify compatibility of new and existing finishes, primers, and coatings.

h. Miscellaneous Fasteners: Galvanized or stainless steel.

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2. Ladder Safety Systems: Furnish and install the following fixed ladder safety systems.

a. Cable Safe Climb System:

1) ANSI Z359.16 Safe Climb System Manufactured for existing fixed ladder systems.

2) Basis of Design: DBI Sala LAD-SAF.

a) Cable safe climb system attached to center of existing fixed ladder, extending from base of ladder and extending above proposed landing to a tie-off point for transfer from the cable system to tank top safety systems. Include cable guides spaced according to manufacturer’s recommendations. Install and tension according to manufacturer’s requirements.

3) Traveling Cable Grabs: Furnish 2 (each) removable traveling cable grabs compatible with the cable safe climb system cable diameter and type.

a) ANSI Z359.16 and A14.3 compliant.

b) Stainless steel construction.

c) Single user, removeable traveling cable grab w/ automatic fall locking system.

b. Ladder Rung Traction:

1. Basis of Design: Safeguard Technology Anti-Slip Ladder Rung

Covers.

a. Outdoor rated ladder rung traction devices permanently adhered to ladder rungs.

b. Multi-Layer resin system with embedded alumina grit bonded to fiberglass base.

c. Adhesive, SIKAFLEX 252 or other manufacturer adhesive recommended for this application.

d. Size – full width of fixed ladder rungs, contour matched to round bar rung size.

3. Safety Signs: Furnish and install danger signs indicated on drawings, adhere to surface of danger area with compatible adhesive.

a. Standard OSHA Danger Signs.

1) Red Danger area over hazard specific text.

2) Dimensions: 5”x7” or 7”x10”.

3) Material: Laminated plastic or vinyl.

4) Text:

a) DANGER: FALL PROTECTION REQUIRED.

b) DANGER: CONFINED SPACE ENTRY PERMIT REQUIRED.

4. Chime sealant system:

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a. Remove existing chime base caulk and rope backer. Clean, dry, and prepare as required by product manufacturer.

b. Furnish and install chime sealant manufacturer approved for the intended use, materials, and gap sizes.

5. Tank Recoating:

a. Utilize 3,000 psi pressure washing with biodegradable detergent with supplementary wire brushing and scraping in accordance with SSPC #2, as required to thoroughly clean the tank exterior, remove loose paint/primer, and prepare rusted areas for new finishes.

b. Spot prime rusted areas with rust inhibiting primer.

c. Paint the entire tank exterior including hatches, pipes, and other exterior parts with 2 finish coats of a compatible exterior grade 20-year warranted product.

6. Tank Overflow Protection:

a. Furnish and install State of Kentucky approved pipe outlet protections flapper valve or duckbill style outlet. Ensure product provides required ground clearance. Install 24 mesh stainless steel screening in conjunction with valve or duckbill outlet protection device.

PART 2 – PROJECT SCHEDULE

2.1 PROJECT SCHEDULE

ITEM* REQUIRED DUE DATE (calendar days)

Pre-Construction Conference

Within 10 days of Award (virtually)

Notice To Proceed (NTP)

Issued first weekday after Pre-Construction Conference

Bonds 10 days after Award

Action and Informational Submittals

12 days after NTP (CORs have 12 days to return)

Closeout Prior to CO acceptance of project

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Submittals

Contract Release form and final pay request

10 days after CO acceptance of project

* All items above must be included in Contractor’s construction schedule

PART 3 – SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

3.1 DEFINITIONS

A. Action Submittals: Written and graphic information that requires Government approval.

B. Informational Submittals: Written information that does not require Government approval. Submittals may be rejected for not complying with requirements.

3.2 PROCEDURES

A. Contractor Responsibilities

1. Review each submittal and check for compliance with the Contract Documents.

2. Highlight, encircle, or otherwise identify deviations from the Contract Documents on submittals.

3. Include the following information on label or cover sheet for processing and recording action taken:

a. Project name.

b. Date.

c. Name and address of Contractor.

d. Name of manufacturer.

e. Unique identifier, including revision number.

f. Number and title of appropriate Specification Section.

g. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.

h. Date of Contractor’s approval.

i. Statement certifying that submittal has been reviewed, checked, and approved by the Contractor for compliance with the Contract Documents.

4. The Government will not review submittals that do not bear Contractor's approval and will return them without action.

5. Unless additional copies are required for final submittal, and unless the

Contracting Officer (CO) observes noncompliance with provisions of the Contract Documents, initial submittal may serve as final submittal.

6. Submittals must be submitted in electronic PDF format. Submit to CO via email or electronic file transfer site.

7. Only final submittals with mark indicating action taken by Government are to be used for construction.

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8. Submittals not required by the Contract Documents will not be reviewed and may be discarded.

B. Processing Time: Time for review shall commence on CO's receipt of submittal.

1. Initial Review: Government will review initial submittal within 12 calendar days.

Additional time may be needed if processing must be delayed to permit coordination with subsequent submittals. CO will advise Contractor when a submittal being processed must be delayed for coordination.

2. Resubmittals: If resubmittal is necessary, it will be resubmitted within 3 calendar days, and reviewed by the Government within 3 calendar days.

3.3 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Prepare and submit Action Submittals required in the Technical Specifications in this contract, if applicable, and as indicated at the end of this subsection.

B. Collect information into a single submittal for each element of construction and type of product or equipment.

1. Mark up each submittal to show which products and options are applicable.

2. Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Manufacturer's written recommendations.

b. Manufacturer's product specifications.

c. Manufacturer's installation instructions.

d. Manufacturer's catalog cuts.

e. Wiring diagrams showing factory-installed wiring.

f. Compliance with recognized trade association standards.

g. Compliance with recognized testing agency standards.

C. Required Action Submittals

1. Shop Drawings for guardrail system if alternative plan is proposed.

2. Product data and installation instructions for guardrail system including the following:

a. Product data for gate.

b. Product data for rail system materials and hardware.

c. Product data for landing material and anchors.

3. Product data for biodegradable detergent.

4. Paint and Primers including warranty information.

5. Safety/danger signs.

6. Product data for ladder anti-slip rung covers.

7. Product data chime sealant system and application instructions.

8. Product data for overflow pipe outlet protection.

9. Product data on cable safe climb system and installation instructions.

10. Product data on traveling cable grabs.

3.4 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

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A. Prepare and submit Informational Submittals required in the Technical Specifications in this contract, if applicable, and as indicated below:

B. Required Informational Submittals:

1. Accident Prevention Plan.

2. Construction Schedule.

3. Current licensure and/or certifications for individuals indicated in QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE paragraph above or as required in individual technical sections.

3.5 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

A. Prepare and submit Closeout Submittals, as follows:

1. One-Year Warranty on Entire Project as required by FAR 52.246–21

2. Project Record Documents.

PART 4 – TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

4.1 USE OF UTILITIES

A. Utilities: Use of Government existing facilities will be permitted without metering and without payment of use charges, as long as facilities are cleaned and maintained in an acceptable condition. At Substantial Completion, restore these facilities to condition existing before initial use. The following are available for use by the contractor: water, and electrical power services. The following are not available: telephone service. The contractor is expected to provide whatever phone service he deems necessary for the duration of the project.

4.2 SANITARY FACILITIES

A. Sanitary facilities are available for use by the Contractor. Facilities must be cleaned and maintained daily.

4.3 STAGING AND STORAGE

A. Coordinate on-site staging and storage requirements with the Center Point of Contact or the Contracting Officer Representative (COR).

4.4 CONSTRUCTION WASTE DISPOSAL FACILITIES

A. Provide waste-collection containers in sizes adequate to handle waste from construction operations. Containerize and clearly label hazardous, dangerous, or unsanitary waste materials separately from other waste. Use of Government waste containers will not be permitted.

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4.5 SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

A. Environmental Protection: Contractor shall provide protection, operate temporary facilities, and conduct construction in ways and by methods that comply with environmental regulations and that minimize possible air, waterway, and subsoil contamination or pollution or other undesirable effects.

B. Barricades, Warning Signs, and Lights: Comply with the national or state Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) for erecting structurally adequate barricades, paint with appropriate colors, graphics, and warning signs/lights to inform personnel, students, and the public of possible hazards.

C. Fire Protection.

1. Store combustible materials in containers in fire-safe locations.

2. Maintain unobstructed access to fire extinguishers, fire hydrants, fire-protection facilities, stairways, and other access routes for firefighting. Prohibit smoking in hazardous fire-exposure areas.

3. Supervise welding operations, combustion-type temporary heating units, and similar sources of fire ignition.

PART 5 – EXECUTION REQUIREMENTS

5.1 EXAMINATION

A. Before beginning work, examine areas and document existing conditions. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected. Proceeding with the Work indicates acceptance of surfaces and conditions.

B. Field verify all new and existing dimensions affecting the work of this contract before ordering products.

C. Immediately on discovery of the need for clarification of the Contract Documents, submit a request for information to CO. Include a detailed description of problem encountered, together with recommendations for changing the Contract Documents.

5.2 INSTALLATION

A. Locate the Work and components of the Work accurately, in correct alignment and elevation to fit with existing construction.

B. Make vertical work plumb and make horizontal work level.

C. Install per manufacturer's written instructions and recommendations.

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5.3 PROGRESS CLEANING

A. Clean Project site and work areas daily, including common areas. Dispose of materials lawfully.

1. Comply with NFPA 241 requirements for removal of combustible waste materials and debris.

2. Do not hold materials more than 7 days during normal weather or 3 days if the temperature is expected to rise above 80 deg F (27 deg C).

B. Burying or burning waste materials on-site will not be permitted. Washing waste materials down sewers or into waterways will not be permitted.

5.4 PROTECTION OF INSTALLED CONSTRUCTION

A. Provide protection and maintain conditions that ensure installed Work does not get damaged or deteriorated prior to Substantial Completion.

5.5 CORRECTION OF THE WORK

A. Repair or remove and replace defective construction. Restore damaged substrates and finishes.

1. Repairing includes replacing defective parts, refinishing damaged surfaces, touching up with matching materials, and properly adjusting operating equipment.

PART 6 – CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

6.1 SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION

A. Definition of Substantial Completion: The Date certified by the CO when construction is sufficiently complete, in accordance with the Contract Documents, so the Government…