B09_Attachment_1_SOW_WARC_Modular_Building_Removal_Rev_1_0001.docx

PERFORMANCE-BASED WORK STATEMENT

Removal and Disposal of Modular Office Building

I. GENERAL INFORMATION

A. Introduction Our mission statement at the USGS Wetland and Aquatic Research Center (WARC) is to provide USGS science to Florida, the Southeastern States, the U.S. Caribbean, and elsewhere in the world. We are also leaders in seeking new and innovative ways to meet the critical need for sound, objective scientific information that can be applied to issues of local to international concern.

B. Background

1. The North Modular Building was purchased and erected in 2012. This building is a single story with a low-slope roof system. Building was used for office space only.

C. Scope

The purpose of this requirement is to demolish and remove this modular structure and recycle all materials possible.

II. WORK REQUIREMENTS

A. Technical Requirements for Modular Building Removal.

1. Building is constructed of 6 modular office buildings to form one structure that is approximately 70’ x 80’ in dimension.

2. Building is wood construction with Hardie Board siding built over steel framing.

3. Building has 6 air conditioning units.

4. Interior of structure is drywall, carpet, and VCT flooring.

5. The building has an existing white, fully adhered, 40 mL thickness, Thermoplastic Polyolefin (TPO) Membrane Roof system.

6. Building will be completely empty of contents upon beginning of demolition.

7. Government will have electric services disconnect and rolled back prior to start of building demolition.

8. Building is located over a service pit. That pit will need to be filled with topsoil and leveled to match existing ground level.

D. Criteria for acceptance of Product or Service:

1. Job acceptance will be based on completion of technical requirements stated in this document.

E. CODES, STANDARDS, AND DEPARTMENTAL PUBLICATIONS. The following manuals, handbooks, industry standards and codes are incorporated by reference.

ASHRAE 110 – Fume Hood Standards OSHA 29 CFR 1910 – Laboratory Flooring Standards Facilities Standards for two public buildings service - GSA PBS-Q100.1 Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards National Electrical Code ICBO Uniform Building Code NFPA, National Fire Codes

Uniform Plumbing Code Uniform Mechanical Code Underwriters Laboratories Fire Resistance Directory Underwriters Laboratories Building Materials Directory

III. SUPPORTING INFORMATION

A. Place of Performance:

Wetland and Aquatic Research Center 7920 NW 71st Street Gainesville, Florida 32653

B. Period of Performance

Contractor will begin work within 20 days of Notice to Proceed and will complete project within 120 calendar days of project initiation.

C. Government Furnished Property (GFP): NONE

D. Special Considerations.

1. Key personnel qualifications:

A. All work under this contract must be performed by personnel who are experienced and qualified to provide professional services.

2. Data Rights, Safety, and Environment:

A. Safety Requirements: Contractor must perform this contract in a safe manner, observing any necessary safety precautions. The contractor will promptly correct any condition, which in the opinion of the Contracting Officer, or his authorized representative, endangers the safety of personnel and/or property during the performance of this contract. Failure to observe this requirement will result in contract termination, with the Contractor liable for any such damages that may occur. The Contractor is obligated to perform a thorough inspection each working day of all areas to assure that all necessary safeguards relative to safety and fire hazards are being taken. Special instructions on biological hazardous areas must always be complied with.

3. Security/Privacy issues:

A. Facilities/Storage Space: Limited facilities and storage spaces will be made available to the contractor without cost to him for new equipment waiting to be installed. Facilities and spaces assigned to the Contractor will be maintained in a clean and sanitary manner. Light, heat, electricity, water, and telephone service as required for the performance of this contract will be made available to the Contractor. The Contracting Officer or his designated representative will have access to the facilities, spaces, and equipment at any time for inspection or for other purposes as required. The areas assigned will be returned at the completion of this contract in the same condition than existed at the beginning of this contract. These facilities will be available for the joint use of the Contractor and Center staff.

B. Damage Reporting: In all instances where Government property or equipment is damaged, a full report of the fact and extent of such damage will be submitted in writing to the Contracting Officer or his authorized representative within twenty-four (24) hours.

Work statement prepared by:

Shane Ruessler Wetland and Aquatic Research Center 7920 NW 71st Street Gainesville, Florida 32653 Phone: 352-264-3505 Email: druessler@usgs.gov

Figure 1. Site Overview

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